Provincetown Theater Premieres LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION!
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2018
Opening July 16th, the Provincetown Theater is proud to announce the Cape Cod premiere of Terrence McNally's beloved Broadway comedy Love! Valour! Compassion! for a summer-long run at the company's playhouse at 238 Bradford Street, Provincetown, MA 02657. "Frankly, I was stunned when I discovered McNally's masterpiece had never been produced on Cape Cod," says artistic director David Drake. "Long overdue, I'm thrilled and honored to breathe life into this vibrant American classic for our audiences this season."
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2018
Opening July 16th, the Provincetown Theater is proud to announce the Cape Cod premiere of Terrence McNally's beloved Broadway comedy Love! Valour! Compassion! for a summer-long run at the company's playhouse at 238 Bradford Street, Provincetown, MA 02657. "Frankly, I was stunned when I discovered McNally's masterpiece had never been produced on Cape Cod," says artistic director David Drake. "Long overdue, I'm thrilled and honored to breathe life into this vibrant American classic for our audiences this season."
The Fourth Wall Presents FALLEN FROM THE TOY BOX
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
The multi-talented musicians of The Fourth Wall are well-known to Winnipeg Fringe audiences. With sold-out shows at each of the past two festivals (2016, 2017), the trio is often nicknamed 'The Fruit Flies,' after their award-winning variety show Fruit Flies Like a Banana. Fringe fans may be surprised to learn that, rather than return with a new version of the Fruit Flies... format, The Fourth Wall will be bringing a new show to the 2018 festival, entitled Fallen From the Toy Box.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
The multi-talented musicians of The Fourth Wall are well-known to Winnipeg Fringe audiences. With sold-out shows at each of the past two festivals (2016, 2017), the trio is often nicknamed 'The Fruit Flies,' after their award-winning variety show Fruit Flies Like a Banana. Fringe fans may be surprised to learn that, rather than return with a new version of the Fruit Flies... format, The Fourth Wall will be bringing a new show to the 2018 festival, entitled Fallen From the Toy Box.
Get Ready for July 2018 in Provincetown!
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
Several of Provincetown's biggest and best events return this season, including Bear Week, Girl Splash, and Family Week. A delightful mix of wild parties and family fun, July also brings ways to give back to the community with charity events, including the annual 5K WalkRun and GLAD's annual summer party. From women-centered events like Girls Week to family fun at Family Week, there are tons of exciting events to choose from.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
Several of Provincetown's biggest and best events return this season, including Bear Week, Girl Splash, and Family Week. A delightful mix of wild parties and family fun, July also brings ways to give back to the community with charity events, including the annual 5K WalkRun and GLAD's annual summer party. From women-centered events like Girls Week to family fun at Family Week, there are tons of exciting events to choose from.
4 Corners Day Featuring The ZYG 808 Announced in Dorchester
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
Join Soul Poets/LM3 recording artist The ZYG 808 for a live, solo performance of Hip-Hop Jazz at the 4 Corners Day community Celebration. Today, June 30th, 12 pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
Join Soul Poets/LM3 recording artist The ZYG 808 for a live, solo performance of Hip-Hop Jazz at the 4 Corners Day community Celebration. Today, June 30th, 12 pm.
Centastage To Premiere NOIR HAMLET
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
Centastage, Boston's launchpad for new theatrical works by New England playwrights, presents Noir Hamlet, a new full-length play in one act, from June 14 through 30 at the Plaza Black Box Theatre at Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, Boston. Noir Hamlet is written by local playwright John Minigan and directed by Joe Antoun. The production is supported by The Bob Jolly Charitable Trust.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
Centastage, Boston's launchpad for new theatrical works by New England playwrights, presents Noir Hamlet, a new full-length play in one act, from June 14 through 30 at the Plaza Black Box Theatre at Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, Boston. Noir Hamlet is written by local playwright John Minigan and directed by Joe Antoun. The production is supported by The Bob Jolly Charitable Trust.
BWW Review: SHE DID ALL THAT - BETTY FORD: SPEAKING OUT, SAVING LIVES Premieres at Boston Playwrights' Theatre
by Nancy Grossman - June 29, 2018
Premiere of documentary play about the former First Lady takes us back to those saner days of yesteryear, when a Republican forced from office in ignominy was replaced by a decent man who tried to heal the nation. Betty Ford may have been her husband's greatest asset in the two short years they resided in the White House, but her impact rippled through the country for much longer.
by Nancy Grossman - June 29, 2018
Premiere of documentary play about the former First Lady takes us back to those saner days of yesteryear, when a Republican forced from office in ignominy was replaced by a decent man who tried to heal the nation. Betty Ford may have been her husband's greatest asset in the two short years they resided in the White House, but her impact rippled through the country for much longer.
Blue Man Group Boston Announces Finalists For Fifth Annual Drum-Off Competition During The Summer Block Party
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Blue Man Group Boston announced today the five finalists that will perform at their fifth annual Drum-Off competition July 7th at 5:00 pm at the free Summer Block Party at The Lawn on D in Boston.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Blue Man Group Boston announced today the five finalists that will perform at their fifth annual Drum-Off competition July 7th at 5:00 pm at the free Summer Block Party at The Lawn on D in Boston.
Lucie Arnaz Returns To The Crown & Anchor In Provincetown July 23
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Producer Rick Murray welcomes Lucie Arnaz back to Provincetown for one performance only, Monday, July 23 at 8:30 p.m. in the Paramount Theatre at The Crown & Anchor. Ms. Arnaz will be performing her brand new cabaret show, "I GOT THE JOB!: Songs from My Musical Past." Celebrating a life on stage, Arnaz returns to her theater roots looking back at some of the roles she has had on stages throughout the world.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Producer Rick Murray welcomes Lucie Arnaz back to Provincetown for one performance only, Monday, July 23 at 8:30 p.m. in the Paramount Theatre at The Crown & Anchor. Ms. Arnaz will be performing her brand new cabaret show, "I GOT THE JOB!: Songs from My Musical Past." Celebrating a life on stage, Arnaz returns to her theater roots looking back at some of the roles she has had on stages throughout the world.
Batsheva's Young Ensemble And Melbourne-Based Nicola Gunn Come to Jacob's Pillow July 4-8
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
The Young Ensemble performs the Bessie Award-winning Naharin's Virus in the Ted Shawn Theatre at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, July 4-8. The work showcases the "superhumanly spry" (The New York Times) abilities of the Israel-based contemporary dance company, a second branch of Batsheva Dance Company. Batsheva and The Young Ensemble have gained international recognition for their use of the innovative movement research Gaga, developed by Artistic Director Ohad Naharin. With Gaga as their primary tool, The Young Ensemble lets go of the constraints of their technical training and unleashes the "free, exhilarating range of their movement" (The Guardian).
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
The Young Ensemble performs the Bessie Award-winning Naharin's Virus in the Ted Shawn Theatre at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, July 4-8. The work showcases the "superhumanly spry" (The New York Times) abilities of the Israel-based contemporary dance company, a second branch of Batsheva Dance Company. Batsheva and The Young Ensemble have gained international recognition for their use of the innovative movement research Gaga, developed by Artistic Director Ohad Naharin. With Gaga as their primary tool, The Young Ensemble lets go of the constraints of their technical training and unleashes the "free, exhilarating range of their movement" (The Guardian).
Shakespeare & Company Presents Strindberg's CREDITORS
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
Shakespeare & Company presents August Strindberg's dark comedy Creditors, adapted by critically acclaimed playwright David Greig and directed by Nicole Ricciardi of last season's hit show 4000 Miles. In this production of what Strindberg calls his 'most mature work,' three characters must face their past, confronting love, debt, and deception. Performances run from July 19 - August 12 in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
Shakespeare & Company presents August Strindberg's dark comedy Creditors, adapted by critically acclaimed playwright David Greig and directed by Nicole Ricciardi of last season's hit show 4000 Miles. In this production of what Strindberg calls his 'most mature work,' three characters must face their past, confronting love, debt, and deception. Performances run from July 19 - August 12 in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre.
BWW Review: BORN FOR THIS - A NEW MUSICAL: Awake and Sing!
by Nancy Grossman - June 27, 2018
ArtsEmerson presents the New England premiere of BORN FOR THIS - A NEW MUSICAL, based on the life story of Bebe Winans and his sister Cece Winans, offspring of a spiritual, musical Detroit family, who made a huge splash as teenagers on the Praise the Lord network of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker in the 1980s. With a book by Charles Randolph-Wright, Bebe Winans, and Lisa D'Amour, and original music and lyrics by Winans, the majority of which were written for the show, BORN FOR THIS offers a longitudinal view of the Winans journey from music biz hopeful, to fledgling performer, to breakout R&B star, and award-winning (six Grammys) artist. Under the slick direction of Randolph-Wright and music director Steven Jamail, the cast is extraordinary from top to bottom, with Donald Webber Jr. and Loren Lott giving star turns as Bebe and Cece.
by Nancy Grossman - June 27, 2018
ArtsEmerson presents the New England premiere of BORN FOR THIS - A NEW MUSICAL, based on the life story of Bebe Winans and his sister Cece Winans, offspring of a spiritual, musical Detroit family, who made a huge splash as teenagers on the Praise the Lord network of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker in the 1980s. With a book by Charles Randolph-Wright, Bebe Winans, and Lisa D'Amour, and original music and lyrics by Winans, the majority of which were written for the show, BORN FOR THIS offers a longitudinal view of the Winans journey from music biz hopeful, to fledgling performer, to breakout R&B star, and award-winning (six Grammys) artist. Under the slick direction of Randolph-Wright and music director Steven Jamail, the cast is extraordinary from top to bottom, with Donald Webber Jr. and Loren Lott giving star turns as Bebe and Cece.
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival Presents Grammy-Award Winning Harlem Quartet
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music presents the Grammy award-winning dynamic Harlem Quartet in Harlem Returns on Wednesday, August 8, 7:30 pm at First Congregational Church, 650 Main Street, Chatham.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music presents the Grammy award-winning dynamic Harlem Quartet in Harlem Returns on Wednesday, August 8, 7:30 pm at First Congregational Church, 650 Main Street, Chatham.
Heather Headley, CINDERELLA, and More Join MOULIN ROUGE! in Emerson Colonial's Season
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) announces new entertainment offerings that will arrive at the newly refurbished Emerson Colonial Theatre this fall following this summer's world premiere pre-Broadway engagement of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) announces new entertainment offerings that will arrive at the newly refurbished Emerson Colonial Theatre this fall following this summer's world premiere pre-Broadway engagement of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
4 Corners Day Featuring The ZYG 808 Announced in Dorchester
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Join Soul Poets/LM3 recording artist The ZYG 808 for a live, solo performance of Hip-Hop Jazz at the 4 Corners Day community Celebration. Saturday, June 30th, 12 pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Join Soul Poets/LM3 recording artist The ZYG 808 for a live, solo performance of Hip-Hop Jazz at the 4 Corners Day community Celebration. Saturday, June 30th, 12 pm.
Photo Flash: The Cape Playhouse Presents SYLVIA By A.R. Gurney
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The Cape Playhouse very proudly presents, Sylvia, the acclaimed comedy by two-time Pulitzer Prize-nominee A.R. Gurney. Starring Playhouse favorite Jennifer Cody, Michele Pawk, John Dossett, and Stephen Derosa, and directed by Matt Lenz, Sylvia runs June 26-July 7, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The Cape Playhouse very proudly presents, Sylvia, the acclaimed comedy by two-time Pulitzer Prize-nominee A.R. Gurney. Starring Playhouse favorite Jennifer Cody, Michele Pawk, John Dossett, and Stephen Derosa, and directed by Matt Lenz, Sylvia runs June 26-July 7, 2018.
Tom Gold Dance Returns To Berkshires With New Work
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Tom Gold Dance will return to the Berkshires for the fourth consecutive summer with a pair of performances, Friday, July 27 and Saturday, July 28 at TurnPark Art Space, a new cultural, recreational, and exhibition space spread over 16 acres of a former lime quarry in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Featuring artists of New York City Ballet, the St. Louis Ballet, and more, the Company will present a new work by Tom Gold Dance Founder and Director Tom Gold in the Park's outdoor amphitheater.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Tom Gold Dance will return to the Berkshires for the fourth consecutive summer with a pair of performances, Friday, July 27 and Saturday, July 28 at TurnPark Art Space, a new cultural, recreational, and exhibition space spread over 16 acres of a former lime quarry in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Featuring artists of New York City Ballet, the St. Louis Ballet, and more, the Company will present a new work by Tom Gold Dance Founder and Director Tom Gold in the Park's outdoor amphitheater.
Pilobolus And Ephrat Asherie Dance At Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Award-winning Pilobolus returns to the Ted Shawn Theatre with Come To Your Senses, a program about accessing all five senses, June 27-July 1. The "mind-blowing troupe of wildly creative and physically daring dancers" (NY Newsday) guides audiences through a multi-sensory experience alongside repertory classics and new work, including the first all-women trio in the company's history. The Washington Post praises, "Pilobolus embodies a large part of what the best in contemporary dance is all about: discovery."
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Award-winning Pilobolus returns to the Ted Shawn Theatre with Come To Your Senses, a program about accessing all five senses, June 27-July 1. The "mind-blowing troupe of wildly creative and physically daring dancers" (NY Newsday) guides audiences through a multi-sensory experience alongside repertory classics and new work, including the first all-women trio in the company's history. The Washington Post praises, "Pilobolus embodies a large part of what the best in contemporary dance is all about: discovery."
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns For Its 11th Year to The Hanover
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Celebrate the holiday season with the 11th annual production of A Christmas Carol at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for Performing Arts, December 15-23. Generously sponsored by Assumption College and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, this is New England's largest production of the Charles Dickens classic. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the public on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Celebrate the holiday season with the 11th annual production of A Christmas Carol at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for Performing Arts, December 15-23. Generously sponsored by Assumption College and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, this is New England's largest production of the Charles Dickens classic. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the public on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival Presents The Piano Bash
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music offers a unique twist on a piano program in The Piano Bash on Tuesday, August 7, 7:30 pm at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music offers a unique twist on a piano program in The Piano Bash on Tuesday, August 7, 7:30 pm at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit.
New Historic Play CATO AND DOLLY Premieres At Boston's Old State House
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The Bostonian Society announces the world premiere of Cato and Dolly, an all-new live play by Playwright Patrick Gabridge at Boston's historic Old State House, running Friday, July 6 - 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. In addition to viewing the historic door itself, on public view for the first time in decades, visitors to Through the Keyhole will experience the new 20-minute play which offers a glimpse of everyday life behind the Hancock door through the eyes of those who lived there: Cato Hancock, an enslaved person in the Hancock household and Dolly Hancock, John Hancock's wife and First Lady of Massachusetts. Gabridge's powerful site-specific play at the Old State House, Blood On The Snow, had a sold-out run in 2016-2017 and was called "electric and alive" by WGBH's Jared Bowen.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The Bostonian Society announces the world premiere of Cato and Dolly, an all-new live play by Playwright Patrick Gabridge at Boston's historic Old State House, running Friday, July 6 - 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. In addition to viewing the historic door itself, on public view for the first time in decades, visitors to Through the Keyhole will experience the new 20-minute play which offers a glimpse of everyday life behind the Hancock door through the eyes of those who lived there: Cato Hancock, an enslaved person in the Hancock household and Dolly Hancock, John Hancock's wife and First Lady of Massachusetts. Gabridge's powerful site-specific play at the Old State House, Blood On The Snow, had a sold-out run in 2016-2017 and was called "electric and alive" by WGBH's Jared Bowen.
Boston Pops Bring Their Holiday Tradition Back To Worcester
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Joyful sounds of the holiday season will fill The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts when the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and conductor Keith Lockhart return Friday, December 7 at 8 p.m. with their beloved 2018 Holiday Pops Tour, generously sponsored by The Hanover Insurance Group. Tickets are now on sale to members of The Hanover Theatre and go on sale to the public on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Joyful sounds of the holiday season will fill The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts when the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and conductor Keith Lockhart return Friday, December 7 at 8 p.m. with their beloved 2018 Holiday Pops Tour, generously sponsored by The Hanover Insurance Group. Tickets are now on sale to members of The Hanover Theatre and go on sale to the public on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
ELF The Musical Tickets on Sale July 10
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The modern holiday classic ELF The Musical returns to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts as a part of the 10th Anniversary Broadway Series, November 29 - December 2. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The modern holiday classic ELF The Musical returns to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts as a part of the 10th Anniversary Broadway Series, November 29 - December 2. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
THE NUTCRACKER Returns to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
A glorious holiday tradition returns to Worcester when The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts presents its annual production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, Thanksgiving weekend, November 23 through November 25. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the public Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
A glorious holiday tradition returns to Worcester when The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts presents its annual production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, Thanksgiving weekend, November 23 through November 25. Tickets are now on sale to members and go on sale to the public Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
ImprovBoston Introduces The New England Music Improv Experience
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2018
New England's oldest and biggest comedy theater, ImprovBoston brings music improv masters and acts from around the world to Boston for a four-day musical comedy deep-dive at the New England Music Improv Experience (NEMIX). From July 5-8, international music improvisers will immerse audiences in all things music improv. The Experience features workshops, events, and performances featuring talent with credits from The Second City, Blank! The Musical (Off-Broadway), iO, ComedySportz, ImprovBoston, and many more. Laura Hall from the ubiquitous TV show "Whose Line is it Anyway?" headlines the festival.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2018
New England's oldest and biggest comedy theater, ImprovBoston brings music improv masters and acts from around the world to Boston for a four-day musical comedy deep-dive at the New England Music Improv Experience (NEMIX). From July 5-8, international music improvisers will immerse audiences in all things music improv. The Experience features workshops, events, and performances featuring talent with credits from The Second City, Blank! The Musical (Off-Broadway), iO, ComedySportz, ImprovBoston, and many more. Laura Hall from the ubiquitous TV show "Whose Line is it Anyway?" headlines the festival.
Leslie Jordan Cancels, Randy Rainbow Adds Shows For Crown & Anchor's 2018 Cabaret Series
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2018
Leslie Jordan's August 13 & 14 performances at the Crown & Anchor's Paramount Cabaret have been cancelled. Jordan's commitments to a new FOX television series prevent him from travelling to Provincetown this summer. Randy Rainbow, whose August 6 & 7 performances are nearing a sell-out, will add additional performances on August 13 & 14 in place of Jordan.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2018
Leslie Jordan's August 13 & 14 performances at the Crown & Anchor's Paramount Cabaret have been cancelled. Jordan's commitments to a new FOX television series prevent him from travelling to Provincetown this summer. Randy Rainbow, whose August 6 & 7 performances are nearing a sell-out, will add additional performances on August 13 & 14 in place of Jordan.
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