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Apollinaire Theatre Co Presents CURIOUS INCIDENT In The Park
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Winner of 5 Tony Awards including 'Best Play' and 7 Olivier Awards, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time brings Mark Haddon's best-selling novel to thrilling life on stage, adapted by two-time Olivier Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens.
Shakespeare and Company Awarded Arts Midwest And NEA Grants
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Shakespeare & Company is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and from Arts Midwest.
AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Favorite CATAPULT Comes To Worcester
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
'America's Got Talent' finalist Catapult bring their new show, Mouzart & Magic Shadows, to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts on Friday, September 20 at 8pm. Tickets go on sale to members on Tuesday, June 18 at 10 am and to the general public on Tuesday, June 25 at 10 am.
A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN Comes to Worcester
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Experience the music that defined a generation with Janis Joplin and her musical influences when the electrifying hit musical A Night with Janis Joplin comes to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts for two shows on Sunday, September 15 at 2 pm and 7 pm. Tickets go on sale to members on Tuesday, June 18 at 10 am and to the general public on Tuesday, June 25 at 10 am.
The Rose Art Museum Announces It Will Now Be Open Year Round
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
The Rose Art Museum announced today that it will now be open year-round. The announcement coincides with the museum's inaugural summer season, headlined by the first U.S. solo museum presentation of emerging Peruvian artist Maya Watanabe and Into Form, an exhibition featuring rarely seen works and recent additions to the Rose's exceptional post-war and contemporary holdings.
FSPA Alumni Return For HOMECOMING CABARET At The Black Box
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Four alumni of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will return to Franklin for a one-night only "Homecoming Cabaret" on Saturday, June 22 at 8:00 pm at THE BLACK BOX. Madi Asgeirsson ('16), Pat Dutton ('11), Sam Evans ('18), and Katie Gray ('17) will be joined by the ACME Rhythm Section for an evening of entertainment presented in an intimate night-club atmosphere.
Historical Drama CATO & DOLLY Returns To The Old State House
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
The Bostonian Society announces the return of Cato & Dolly to the Old State House, performing three times daily from June 17 - August 11. This original 20-minute play was written by Patrick Gabridge as part of the Through the Keyhole exhibition, and explores life behind the door of Governor John Hancock's 18th century home. Admission to the play and the exhibition are included in the cost of entry to the Old State House museum.
The Shout Syndicate Announces $200K In Grants For Youth Arts Projects In Boston
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
The Shout Syndicate, after two years of fundraising, announced a pilot program of grants to fund youth arts projects at proven creative youth organizations in Greater Boston. Eight grants ranging from $20-25,000 will be announced mid-August for youth projects implemented through the school year: September 2019 through June 2020.
BWW Review: MISS SAIGON at Citizen's Bank Opera House
by David Tompkins - June 15, 2019
Compagnie CNDC-Angers/Robert Swinston Make Jacob's Pillow Debut In Celebration Of Global Merce Cunningham Centennial
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
Jacob's Pillow presents the Pillow debut of Compagnie CNDC-Angers/Robert Swinston as part of the global Merce Cunningham Centennial, July 3-7 in the Ted Shawn Theatre. Under the direction of Robert Swinston, a longtime Merce Cunningham Dance Company member, later assistant to the choreographer, and finally director of choreography, France's National Center for Contemporary Dance/Angers brings three masterworks by Cunningham: Suite for Five, Inlets 2, and How to Pass, Kick, Fall, and Run. This celebratory program also features archival footage of Cunningham performing at Jacob's Pillow. The performance is the anchor event of a week-long exploration of this American master.
BWW Review: YERMA: Tragic Tale of a Woman's Obsession
by Nancy Grossman - June 14, 2019
YERMA, a play with music, adapted and translated by Melinda Lopez from Spanish poet/playwright Federico Garcia Lorca's 1934 work, is receiving its world premiere by the Huntington Theatre Company at the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts. On press night, in the age-old tradition of the show must go on, Lopez was pressed into service to perform in place of the ailing Jacqui Parker, one of the five women who surround the title character as her emotional support community, even as their multiple children are a stinging reminder of her infertility. It is a tragic tale, but one fueled by hope and infused with beautiful flamenco-inspired music and Spanish culture.
Suffrage Celebration Kickoff Event Speakers Announced
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
The Women's Suffrage Centennial Coalition (WSCC) and the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement's Greater Boston Women's Vote Centennial (GBWVC), supported by the Barbara Lee Family Foundation, proudly announce a Boston Suffrage Centennial Kickoff Celebration, launching a year of commemorations celebrating 100 years since the 19th Amendment was adopted in 1920, enabling women to vote. The event takes place Tuesday, June 25, 2019 from 5-7pm at Faneuil Hall, located at One Faneuil Hall Square in Boston. It is free and open to the public, RSVP encouraged: https://suffragekickoff.eventbrite.com. 
Emerson Colonial Theatre Launches Tours of Venue
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
Emerson Colonial theatre announces the launch of guided historical tours of the venue. The commencement of the tours marks the one year anniversary since it reopened its doors in 2018. Guests are invited to immerse themselves in stories of the building's rich history, specifically about the birth of musicals at the Colonial prior to their Broadway bows, admire the famed architecture from the turn of the last century and take a behind-the-scenes look at Boston's oldest continuously operated theatre.
Shakespeare & Company Holds Summer Training Institute
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2019
Shakespeare & Company's Summer Training Institute kicked off last month. The four week program provides young actors, ages 18-25, the opportunity to immerse themselves in the actor/audience acting approach and pedagogy of the Company. The Summer Training Institute is targeted for undergraduate theatre students, recent graduates, and early career acting professionals. This summer the program includes 39 participants from all over the United States, including the South, Midwest, New England, and the West Coast. The program is also hosting international students from Australia and the Marshall Islands.
Photo Flash: The Cape Playhouse Opens THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2019
The Cape Playhouse at the Cape Cod Center for The Arts, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Michael Rader and Executive Producer Joe Grandy, opened its 93rd season last night with Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest directed by Matt Lenz.
A.R.T Announces C1's GREATER GOOD By Kirsten Greenidge
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
Company One Theatre (C1) concludes its 20thseason with the world premiere of Greater Good, written by C1's Obie Award-winning Resident Playwright Kirsten Greenidge. Presented in collaboration with American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University as part of its Breakout series, previews begin Wednesday, July 17, with two press performances Saturday, July 20 at 7pm and Sunday, July 21 at 2pm. Performances continue Wednesdays - Sundays through August 17 at Commonwealth School (151 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston).
GhostLit Repertory Theatre Company Presents Regional Premiere Of PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
GhostLit Repertory Theatre Company, under the leadership of Artistic Directors Caitlin Teeley and Harrison Lang, is proud to present the regional premiere production of the Tony Award-Winning play, Peter and the Starcatcher. 
Paula Plum to Direct STEEL MAGNOLIAS With Hub Theatre Company Of Boston
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
In honor of the 30th anniversary of the smash hit film, Hub Theatre Company of Boston presents the award-winning comedy Steel Magnolias, directed by Paula Plum, Friday, July 19 - Saturday, August 3 at Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave. in Boston's Back Bay. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 pm, and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Tickets to all performances are "Pay-What-You-Can." Donations of toiletries and beauty supplies will be collected at each performance for local women's shelters.
Paul Foster's BALLS Re-Opens At CultureHub
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
CultureHub in association with La MaMa and The Great Jones Repertory Company will present Paul Fosters' 1964 iconic and internationally heralded one-act play, BALLS.
MAME Opens Reagle's 51st Summer Season!
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston opens its 51st summer season with Mame from June 13-23, 2019 starring IRNE and Norton Award winner Leigh Barrett as "Auntie Mame, " an irrepressible 1920's socialite whose New York life is changed forever when her orphaned nephew comes to live with her. Additional featured cast members include Maureen Keiller as 'Vera Charles,' Katie O'Reilly as 'Agnes Gooch', and Mark Linehan as 'Beauregard Burnside'. Directed and Choreographed by Eileen Grace, Music Director Dan Rodriguez, Produced by Robert J. Eagle. 
Chester Theatre's 30th Season Opens Next Week!
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Don't miss the New England Premiere of Conor McPherson's The Night Alive Winner of the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Play
S&Co Presents TWELFTH NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Shakespeare & Company presents William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, directed by Company Artistic Director, Allyn Burrows. This classic showcases a rich, affecting, and deeply funny story of longing, love, and laughter which paints Shakespeare at his peak. Performances run from July 2 to August 4th in the Tina Packer Playhouse.
Fresh Ink Theatre Presents 2019/2020 Season Programming
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
Fresh Ink is pleased to announce six new plays as part of the 2019/2020 season! For our ninth year of developing and producing local new work, Fresh Ink will feature two plays as part of our full development cycle, with each script receiving a reading and workshop before a word premiere production in winter/spring 2020. In addition, we will showcase the work of four additional playwrights as part of our fall Ink Spot Festival, which we continue to expand as a platform for additional script development and a celebration of some of Boston's most exciting local writers.
New Work to Take Center Stage in The Berkshires
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
This spring, Barrington Public Theater-Southern Berkshire County's newest theater company focused on new work and local artistry-announces its inaugural production of the new play, Breakwater, written by the Barrington Public's Artistic Director Jim Frangione.
Cape Playhouse Opens Season With THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Starring Edward Hibbert
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
The Cape Playhouse at the Cape Cod Center for The Arts, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Michael Rader and Executive Producer Joe Grandy, announces the opening of the 2019 summer season with The Importance of Being Earnest written by Oscar Wilde and directed by Matt Lenz, from June 12 through June 22.

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