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THE MISS BEHAVE GAMESHOW Comes to Provincetown
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2018
The underground smash hit show that managed to hustle it's way to a Vegas residency is FINALLY coming to P-Town! Hold on tight, the joyfully chaotic world of The Miss Behave Gameshow is a fast, frenzied and downright f***ing fun night of entertainment and is playing the legendary Crown for 2 nights only!
Melody Trucks Band U.S. Tour Kicks Off At Electric Haze
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
The Melody Trucks Band  U.S. Tour kicks off locally at Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St., Thursday, August 2. Showtime: 7:30pm. Tickets $10. Visit http://www.thehaze.com/electric for more info. The band is support that evening for Torus.
Chesterwood To Present Staged Reading Of Harold Holzer's THE LINCOLN FAMILY ALBUM
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
Chesterwood will present a staged reading of "The Lincoln Family Album", written and moderated by noted Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer, on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 5 p.m. in Daniel Chester French's Studio. The presentation is the third program Holzer has written and narrated for Chesterwood and follows the success of previous sold-out performances of Holzer's "Lincoln Speaks."
Berkshire Theatre Group Presents Robert Sherwood's THE PETRIFIED FOREST
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
Four-time Pulitzer Prize-winner Robert E. Sherwood's The Petrified Forestbegins performances, Thursday, August 2 at 7pm, The Fitzpatrick Main Stage (83 East Main Street) in Stockbridge, MA. Opening night is Saturday, August 4 at 8pm. Directed by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner David Auburn (Proof), The Petrified Forest features: David Adkins (Homeland BTG: At Home at the Zoo, The Homecoming) as Alan Squier; Joel Austin(Brilliant Traces) as Lineman 2/Legion Commander; Lauren Baez (West Side Story) as Paula;Rebecca Brooksher (Dying City BTG: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Anna Christie) as Gabby Maple;Joey Collins (The Glass Menagerie BTG: At Home at the Zoo, The Homecoming) as Ruby;Sean Cullen (Michael Clayton, South Pacific) as Jason Maple; Jeremy Davidson (Army Wives, Brothers and Sisters BTG: Quills; Wilder, Wilder, Wilder) as Duke Mantee; Tre' Alexander Dukes (The Piano Lesson) as Pyles; Jennifer Van Dyck (Hedda Gabler BTG:Coastal Disturbances, The Stillborn Lover) as Mrs. Chisholm; Shawn Fagan (Henry IV Part One) as Boze Hertzlinger; Walter Hudson (The Pirates of Penzance BTG: Arsenic and Old Lace, Sylvia) as Mr. Chisholm; John Thomas Waite (Amadeus) as Gramp Maple and Devin White (Last Days of Judas Iscariot) as Jackie. This production is sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union, Greylock Insurance Agency, Red Lion Inn, Massachusetts Cultural Council and The Shubert Foundation.
MRT Premieres ZABEL IN EXILE
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) presents the world premiere reading of Zabel in Exile by R.N. Sandberg, a play about the extraordinary life of Armenian writer, political activist, and feminist Zabel Yessayan, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 12, at the Nancy L. Donahue Theatre, 50 E. Merrimack Street.
The American Led Zeppelin Returns To The Hanover Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
The heart-thumping, high-energy music of Get The Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin returns to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts, Thursday, November 1 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, July 24 at 10 a.m.
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Presents Free Shakespeare On The Common
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler, presents its 23rd season of "Free Shakespeare on the Common:" William Shakespeare's drama Richard III, directed by Steven Maler and starring Faran Tahir. Performances are free of charge, and will take place on the Boston Common, near the Parkman Bandstand.
Photo Flash: Irving Berlin's Family Drops In On A Performance of COMING BACK LIKE A SONG
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
It was a day to "REMEMBER" at the Berkshire Theatre Group on Sunday afternoon July 15,  when the daughter and granddaughters of renowned composer IRVING BERLIN attended a performance of "COMING BACK LIKE A SONG!", which includes many of Berlin's most popular tunes.   
Photo Flash: The Bostonian Society Presents the World Premiere of CATO AND DOLLY
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
The Bostonian Society presents the world premiere of Cato and Dolly, an all-new play by Playwright Patrick Gabridge at Boston's historic Old State House, running through September 29, 2018. The new play, commissioned specifically for the Old State House's Through the Keyhole exhibition, reveals life behind the door of the Hancock House, Governor John Hancock's 18th century Beacon Hill home.
BWW Review: Gloucester Stage Presents N.E. Premiere of CYRANO
by Nancy Grossman - July 17, 2018
Timeless tale re-imagined with contemporary spin by Jason O'Connell and Brenda Withers. Jeremiah Kissel makes GSC debut in title role opposite Andrea Goldman, under the direction of Artistic Director Robert Walsh.
Huntington-Codman Summer Theatre Institute Presents THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
The Huntington-Codman Summer Theatre Institute - a collaborative project of the Huntington Theatre Company Department of Education and Dorchester's Codman Academy Charter Public School - culminates in two public performances of William Shakespeare's The Merry Wives of Windsor on Thursday, July 26 and Friday, July 27 at 7pm at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA.
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival Shares Concert Series Lineup
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF) has 12 concert performances this summer in various towns around Cape Cod including Chatham, Falmouth, and Wellfleet just to name a few. The concerts begin on August 1 with a performance from the world acclaimed Emerson String Quartet, and end on August 24 as the last day of a 3-concert residency from the Grammy winning Parker Quartet.
North Shore Music Theatre Presents The Smash Hit MAMMA MIA! For An Extended Run
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
Audiences will be dancing in the aisles when Bill Hanney's award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) presents their original in-the-round production of the worldwide musical phenomenon, MAMMA MIA! for an extended 4 week run. Performances of MAMMA MIA! begins on Tuesday, August 7 and playing through Sunday, September 2, 2018.
Greater Boston Stage Company Announces Season 19 Special Events Including The Edward Twins and More
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
Greater Boston Stage Company kicks off its Season 19 Special Event line-up of stellar concerts and theatrical events with the always entertaining masters of impersonation, The Edwards Twins, from August 23 - 26, 2018. Direct from Las Vegas, twin brothers Anthony and Eddie Edwards perform 100 superstars with dazzling costumes, LIVE singing, and no gimmicks, just plain talent. Back by popular demand, it's a not-to-be-missed experience.
Photo Flash: First Look at A DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2 at Barrington Stage
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in the Berkshires, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd, presents Lucas Hnath's A Doll's House, Part 2. Previews for A Doll's House, Part 2 begin July 12, with an official opening night on July 15, and performances through July 28 on the Boyd-Quinson Mainstage (30 Union Street).
VIDEO: Barrington Stage Company Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in the Berkshires, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd, presents Lucas Hnath's A Doll's House, Part 2. Previews for A Doll's House, Part 2 begin July 12, with an official opening night on July 15, and performances through July 28 on the Boyd-Quinson Mainstage (30 Union Street).
AN ACT OF GOD Opens In Wellfleet July 25
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater presents David  Javerbaum's comedy An Act of God, running July 25 - August 17. Directed by Daisy Walker, An Act of God stars Lynnette R. Freeman as God, Alexandra Lemus  as The Archangel Gabriel, and David Meyers as The Archangel Michael. Performances are at 8:00 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays, June 29 - July 20. Two preview performances, July 25 and 26, begin at 7:30 p.m.
61 Boston, Everett Teens Participate In Boch Center's Summer Arts Employment Program
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
The Boch Center, one of the nation's leading nonprofit performing arts institutions, announced the launch of this summer's award-winning City Spotlights Leadership Program. During the paid six-week youth employment program, 61 Boston and Everett teens will develop leadership skills through hands-on arts training. This year's participants represent 12 Boston neighborhoods and Everett and 29 Greater Boston schools. To date, the program has employed more than 300 teen leaders.
Cape Rep Theatre Presents Cape Premiere of MAMMA MIA!
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
Cape Rep Theatre continues its 2018 season with the Broadway musical sensation, MAMMA MIA!, music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus, and some songs with Stig Anderson, book by Catherine Johnson, originally conceived by Judy Cramer, August 1 through September 2: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, and Sundays at 2 pm. There is no performance Sunday, August 5th. Tickets are $40. Pay-What-You-Can-Night is the first Friday, August 3. Student Rush tickets also available. Call the box office for details. Cape Rep Indoor Theater. North Side Route 6A E. Brewster. 508.896.1888 or www.caperep.org.
WAM Theatre Gala Features Premiere Of New Girls Ensemble Work
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
The rolling fields of the Berkshire Equestrian Center Richmond, MA, will create the perfect backdrop for WAM Theatre's annual Midsummer Cocktail Party Benefit on Wednesday, July 25, at 5:30pm. A few tickets are still available at all three levels of support - $75 for Allies, $150 for Advocates, and $250 for Activists.
Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of A DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2 at Barrington Stage Co.
by Stephen Sorokoff - July 16, 2018
Barrington Stage Co. presented A Doll's House, Part 2 on the Boyd-Quinson Mainstage last night and BroadwayWorld was there for the opening night curtain call. Check out the photos below!
Paula Poundstone Returns To Provincetown August 11
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2018
Producer Rick Murray welcomes comedian Paula Poundstone back to Provincetown for one performance only, Saturday, August 11 at 8:00 p.m. at Town Hall Auditorium. 
VIDEO: First Look at North Shore Music Theatre's PETER PAN
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2018
PETER PAN, the high-flying Tony© Award-winning musical, follows the adventures of Peter Pan and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, as they visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night. Watch clips from the production in the video below!
Hub Theatre Company Of Boston Presents Lauren Gunderson's THE TAMING
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2018
Hub Theatre Company of Boston will continue its sixth season with the Boston premiere of the politically-charged comedy The Taming by Lauren Gunderson at Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave. in Boston's Back Bay Today, July13 through Saturday, July 28, 2018. Performances are Thursdays, Todays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2 pm. All tickets to all performances are "Pay-What-You-Can." A voter registration drive will be held in conjunction with this production and voter registration forms will be available at each performance. For tickets and more information visit www.hubtheatreboston.org

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