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Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra Launches Inaugural Season with Music Through Art
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2018
Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra (CCCO), the region's newest professional orchestra, announces Navigations, its inaugural full season of four performances, launching with Music Through Art, an immersive collaboration of art and music, on Sunday, September 30, 3 pm, at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 533 Main Street, Rt. 28, Harwich Port.  The event is a unique partnership with the Guild of Harwich Artists, presenting a program inspired and complemented by visual art.  The orchestra is conducted by Music Director Matthew Scinto.  A reception follows the concert with an opportunity to meet the artists, view their work, and meet the musicians. 
Boston Improv Festival Celebrates 10 Years With Diverse Group Of Up And Coming Artists
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2018
Experience the future of comedy beyond the straight white guy. After a year-long search for underrepresented comedic voices from all over North America, ImprovBoston is set to deliver a laugh-packed week of impactful, top-notch and completely improvised entertainment. The 10th annual Boston Improv Festival , formerly the Boston Comedy Arts Festival, takes aim at comedy homogeneity with 25 shows on 2 stages, a diversity of artists, affordable ticket prices, workshops and more. On the final day, ImprovBoston debuts the world's first roster devoted to improvisers 50 years old or better with the Vintage Improv Festival.
Alyse Alan Louis, Alan H. Green, Ellen Harvey, Ken Marks Lead Barrington Stage Company's Reading Of FALL SPRINGS
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2018
Barrington Stage Company's Musical Theatre Lab (MTL), under the leadership of MTL Artistic Producer William Finn and Artistic Director Julianne Boyd, will present a reading of the new musical, Fall Springs, with music and lyrics by Niko Tsakalakos (Pool Boy, Into the Wild) and book and lyrics by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb (Boom), on August 30 and 31 at the St. Germain Stage.
The Hanover Theatre's THE WIZARD OF OZ is Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2018
The greatest family musical of all time, The Wizard of Oz, travels down the yellow brick road to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts as part of the 10th Anniversary Broadway Series, Thursday, November 8 - Sunday, November 11. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, September 4 at 10 am.
BWW Review: THE BERNSTEIN CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION at Tanglewood Music Center
by Marc Savitt - August 28, 2018
The BERNSTEIN CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION AT TANGLEWOOD concert was one of the largest and most significant performances taking place worldwide in recognition of what would have been Leonard Bernstein's 100th birthday. The unprecedented and unparalleled event marked the climax of Tanglewood's season-long celebration of the Bernstein Centennial.
Shakespeare & Company Presents HIR By Taylor Mac
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2018
Shakespeare & Company presents Obie Award-winning playwright Taylor Mac's dark comedy HIR, directed by Alice Reagan, and featuring long-time Company veterans John Hadden and Elizabeth Aspenlieder. Performances run in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre September 13 - October 7.
Boston Philharmonic Opens 40th Season With Glinka, Dvorak, And Brahms, Feat. Cellist Jonah Ellsworth
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2018
The Boston Philharmonic opens its 40th anniversary season - a season that also marks the 80th birthday of founder and conductor Benjamin Zander - on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in Sanders Theatre at Harvard University with works by Glinka, Dvo?ak, and Brahms. Dvo?ak's Cello Concerto will be performed by Cambridge born and locally trained soloist, Jonah Ellsworth. Mr. Ellsworth is familiar to Boston audiences for previous performances with the BPO and also for his work as a member of the acclaimed Boston Trio. He performed the Dvo?ak Cello Concerto under Zander's direction in Europe several years ago, a performance that was praised for its inwardness and emotional richness. The concert also includes Brahms's First Symphony - a specialty of Mr. Zander's - and Glinka's roof-raising Overture to his opera Ruslan and Lyudmila.
Music Worcester Returns With Four New Shows
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2018
From cutting edge technology to classical music and ballet, The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts partners with Music Worcester in presenting four spectacular performances this season, including Callas in Concert: The Hologram Tour, Bach's Goldberg Variations with Simone Dinnerstein, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy: Visions from Cape Breton and Beyond and Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake performed by the Russian National Ballet. Tickets to all four performances are now on sale to members and go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, September 4 at 10 am.
The Hanover Theatre Honors a Legend When Volkswagen Presents Warren Miller's FACE OF WINTER
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2018
Volkswagen presents Warren Miller's Face of Winter at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts on Friday, November 2 at 8 pm. Tickets go on sale Monday, September 17 at 10 am.
The Phantom of the Opera Silent Film Returns For THT's 10th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2018
Audiences know the Broadway version, now they can see the original. The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts brings back the first silent film played at the theatre after it finished renovations a decade ago. The Phantom of the Opera: Silent film accompanied by the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ returns on Sunday, October 7 at 2 pm. Tickets are on sale now.
WAMC/Northeast Public Radio And BTG Set To Host A Live Debate On 8/28 At The Fitzpatrick Main Stage
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2018
WAMC/Northeast Public Radio and Berkshire Theatre Group will host a live debate among the Democratic candidates for Berkshire County District Attorney on August 28th from 1pm to 2pm at the Fitzpatrick Main Stage in Stockbridge, Mass.
Rachel Lynett, Playwright of WELL INTENTIONED WHITE PEOPLE at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - August 27, 2018
Broadway World had the opportunity to sit down with Rachel after the standing ovation for a performance of WELL INTENTIONED WHITE PEOPLE now in its world premiere run through September 8th at Barrington Stage Company's St. Germain Stage in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
Shen Yun Returns To Hanover Theatre This January
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2018
Experience the wonders of ancient Chinese culture with the world's premier classical Chinese dance and music company when Shen Yun returns to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts for three performances on Saturday, January 19 and Sunday, January 20. Tickets are now on sale.
Huntington Theatre Company Presents SHERLOCK'S LAST CASE
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2018
In the Huntington Theatre Company's revival of Charles Marowitz's mystery play Sherlock's Last Case, alliances are tested, rivalries are raised from the dead, and long-simmering grudges play out in deadly ways. The beloved Sherlock Holmes, his aide de camp Dr. John Watson, and their put-upon landlady Mrs. Hudson - along with the iconic Baker Street flat - come to the Huntington Avenue Theatre Sep. 28 - Oct. 28, 2018, in a production directed by Maria Aitken.
Joe Iconis Takes Over Barrington Stage September 2
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2018
Barrington Stage Company (BSC) will welcome back one of its most popular performers, Joe Iconis, in Joe Iconis and Family Take Over the Mainstage on Sunday, September 2 at 7:00pm.
BE MORE CHILL's Joe Iconis Returns To Barrington Stage
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2018
Barrington Stage Company is welcoming back one of its most popular performers, Joe Iconis, in Joe Iconis and Family Take Over the Mainstage on Sunday, September 2 at 7:00pm.
BWW Review: WELL INTENTIONED WHITE PEOPLE at Barrington Stage Company dares audiences to go beyond getting Woke.
by Marc Savitt - August 27, 2018
The entire ensemble cast (all newcomers to BSC) deliver unquestionably high-quality performances. Each displaying a range of emotion and dynamics as their characters navigate the windy and often choppy waters with such strength and dexterity that there is not even a moment we doubt them, nor the conviction with which they are compelled to do what they believe to be the 'right thing'.
BWW Blog: Back to School - The Age of Instagram
by Student Blogger: Nicole Bates - August 25, 2018
Freshman year of college is challenging and you know what? That's ok!
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for THE BLACK CLOWN at Loeb Drama Center
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2018
Get a first look at rehearsals for The Black Clown at Loeb Drama Center!
Bid Now to Win Orchestra Tickets to HAMILTON in Boston
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2018
Pick your own date for 2 producers' tickets to the smash hit Hamilton in Boston, MA! 
Photo Flash: First Look at Barrington Stage's WELL INTENTIONED WHITE PEOPLE
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2018
Barrington Stage Company presents the world premiere of Well Intentioned White People by Rachel Lynett at the St. Germain Stage. Well Intentioned White People begins previews August 16, with an opening set for August 22, and performances through September 8.
Un-Common Theatre Company Announces Auditions For ANNIE
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2018
The Un-Common Theatre Company is thrilled to announce auditions for their Fall Production of "ANNIE" on Saturday, September 8, 2018, from 1:00 to 4:00pm. Auditions for students currently in grades 2-12 will be held at the South Foxboro Community Center, 382 South Street in Foxboro, MA and are by appointment only. All roles are available.
Tickets On Sale Now for BORROWED CASH: THE BUSTED TOUR at A.R.T.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2018
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.), announcesthat tickets are now on sale to the first production of the 2018/19 A.R.T. Breakout series: Borrowed Cash: the Busted Tour. Performances are Thursday, September 13 - Saturday, September 23, 2018 at OBERON, the A.R.T.'s club theater space at 2 Arrow Street in Cambridge.
Photo Flash: First Look At Peregrine Theatre Ensemble's HAIR in Provincetown
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2018
Peregrine Theatre Ensemble's HAIR finds the poignant heart within a raucous, sweeping show. Through September 7th at Provincetown's Fishermen Hall. Tuesdays through Fridays at 7:30pm. Tickets at www.peregrinetheatre.com. Photo credit: Michael & Suz Karchmer
Ben Cameron to Host Franklin Performing Arts Company Gala
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2018
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents an evening to celebrate Family, Friendship and The Arts. Hosted by Broadway's Ben Cameron, FPAC's Annual Gala takes place on October 6th at 6 PM at THE BLACK BOX.

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