MANY TRUMP REFUGEES IN ONE BODY Makes World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Dorchester resident Lyralen Kaye, SAG/AFTRA is the writer and performer for an upcoming premier production of Many Trump Refugees in One Body. Directed by Caitlin Inglis and held at the Boston Playwright's Theatre, this solo show takes the audience into the experience of immigration and the frantic dance of trying to convince the officials you're worthy to cross the border...permanently.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Dorchester resident Lyralen Kaye, SAG/AFTRA is the writer and performer for an upcoming premier production of Many Trump Refugees in One Body. Directed by Caitlin Inglis and held at the Boston Playwright's Theatre, this solo show takes the audience into the experience of immigration and the frantic dance of trying to convince the officials you're worthy to cross the border...permanently.
BILLY BUDD IN THE BREADBOX Comes to BTG's Garage For School Vacation Week
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) welcomes Billy Budd in the Breadbox,as part of BTG PLAYS!, BTG's year-round education program, at The Garage (located in the Colonial Theatre lobby) during School Vacation week, February 18 through February 24. This event is part of the 10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) welcomes Billy Budd in the Breadbox,as part of BTG PLAYS!, BTG's year-round education program, at The Garage (located in the Colonial Theatre lobby) during School Vacation week, February 18 through February 24. This event is part of the 10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival.
THE PHANTOM OF THE DISCO Opens Thursday at Club Cafe
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
The Daggers' are back with their fourth installment of the Drag Musical Extravaganzas: The Phantom of the Disco! Everyone's favorite cat-lovin', pinot grigio-drinkin', absent-minded Narrator, Elizabeth Battey graces the stage once more to give you the greatest love story ever told. But she's in big trouble, gang! Christine Daae has died and is buried in the back of the discotheque. All Battey is left with is a mannequin dressed as Sarah Brightman and hopes that you, the faithful audience, will sing that famous soprano's part! All drag, part sing-a-long, a mix of Donna Summers and Bee Gees, and Boston Drag-Star Neon Calypso in rollerskates, The Phantom of the Disco promises to be Hot Stuff.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2018
The Daggers' are back with their fourth installment of the Drag Musical Extravaganzas: The Phantom of the Disco! Everyone's favorite cat-lovin', pinot grigio-drinkin', absent-minded Narrator, Elizabeth Battey graces the stage once more to give you the greatest love story ever told. But she's in big trouble, gang! Christine Daae has died and is buried in the back of the discotheque. All Battey is left with is a mannequin dressed as Sarah Brightman and hopes that you, the faithful audience, will sing that famous soprano's part! All drag, part sing-a-long, a mix of Donna Summers and Bee Gees, and Boston Drag-Star Neon Calypso in rollerskates, The Phantom of the Disco promises to be Hot Stuff.
Apollinaire Theatre Company Presents WINTERR SOLSTICE By Roland Schimmelpfennig
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
Schimmelpfennig's play about the failure of liberal intellectuals to confront the historic danger of extremism was written in 2015 in a German context, and it's universal relevance has only become more striking in 2017. Winter Solstice is a portrait of liberal impotence in the face of blind conviction. Will these well-meaning dedicated people take action when facism is entertaining them in their living room?
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
Schimmelpfennig's play about the failure of liberal intellectuals to confront the historic danger of extremism was written in 2015 in a German context, and it's universal relevance has only become more striking in 2017. Winter Solstice is a portrait of liberal impotence in the face of blind conviction. Will these well-meaning dedicated people take action when facism is entertaining them in their living room?
BroadwayWorld Seeks Contributors in Boston!
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
As a Contributing Editor, you will have the opportunity to review the shows of your choice, conduct interviews with local and touring talent, design features of your own choosing for publishing, and work/network with your local theater press reps to bring exposure to the theatrical offerings in your area.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
As a Contributing Editor, you will have the opportunity to review the shows of your choice, conduct interviews with local and touring talent, design features of your own choosing for publishing, and work/network with your local theater press reps to bring exposure to the theatrical offerings in your area.
Wynonna and the Big Noise Are Coming to Indian Ranch
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
Indian Ranch announced that Wynonna & The Big Noise has been added to their 2018 Summer Concert Series for Sunday, July 29, 2018. Tickets go on-sale Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:00AM at www.indianranch.com.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
Indian Ranch announced that Wynonna & The Big Noise has been added to their 2018 Summer Concert Series for Sunday, July 29, 2018. Tickets go on-sale Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:00AM at www.indianranch.com.
Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre Announces Plan to
Grow Dorchester School and Dance for World Community
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
After 32 years of serving as sole choreographer for the ballet troupe he created, Director Jose Mateo is redefining his role within the broader mission of Ballet Theatre of Boston, Inc., (d/b/a Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre).
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
After 32 years of serving as sole choreographer for the ballet troupe he created, Director Jose Mateo is redefining his role within the broader mission of Ballet Theatre of Boston, Inc., (d/b/a Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre).
The Fourth Wall Presents Show Up From NYC
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
BOSTON, MA - Following the recent critically-acclaimed, sold-out run at the 2017 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Show Up, an improvised solo comedy based on the lives of the audience, makes its Boston debut as part of the local performance series 'The Fourth Wall Presents...' This production will feature a unique collaboration with the musicians of The Fourth Wall, who will serve as Marino's opening act and house band.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
BOSTON, MA - Following the recent critically-acclaimed, sold-out run at the 2017 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Show Up, an improvised solo comedy based on the lives of the audience, makes its Boston debut as part of the local performance series 'The Fourth Wall Presents...' This production will feature a unique collaboration with the musicians of The Fourth Wall, who will serve as Marino's opening act and house band.
Irresistible One-Woman Comedy BAD DATES Starts Today
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
The Huntington Theatre Company presents the irresistible comedy, Bad Dates, featuring Haneefah Wood (Cassandra in Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike at the Huntington and Blanche in Fox TV's Grease Live! ), written by Theresa Rebeck (creator of NBC's Smash and the Elliot Norton and IRNE Award-winning play Mauritius, produced at the Huntington in 2006), and directed by Jessica Stone (director of Ripcord and Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike at the Huntington). Performances run from January 26 through February 25, 2018 at the Avenue of the Arts / Huntington Avenue Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
The Huntington Theatre Company presents the irresistible comedy, Bad Dates, featuring Haneefah Wood (Cassandra in Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike at the Huntington and Blanche in Fox TV's Grease Live! ), written by Theresa Rebeck (creator of NBC's Smash and the Elliot Norton and IRNE Award-winning play Mauritius, produced at the Huntington in 2006), and directed by Jessica Stone (director of Ripcord and Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike at the Huntington). Performances run from January 26 through February 25, 2018 at the Avenue of the Arts / Huntington Avenue Theatre.
ArtsEmerson Announces TORREY PINES, A Queer Coming Of Age Adventure By Clyde Petersen
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
ArtsEmerson, Boston's leading presenter of contemporary world theatre, proudly welcomes Clyde Petersen's award-winning Torrey Pines, a queer, coming-of-age road trip like no other. A stop-motion animated film, accompanied by a live band, the production is based on Petersen's true-life story growing up in the nineties when being transgendered wasn't something you could look up on the internet. It runs one week only, February 14 through 17, 2018 at the Emerson Paramount Center's Jackie Liebergott Black Box, located at 559 Washington Street in Downtown Boston. Tickets range from $60-$70 and may be purchased online at www.ArtsEmerson.org, by phone at 617.824.8400, or in person at the box office. Student, senior and group discounts are available.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
ArtsEmerson, Boston's leading presenter of contemporary world theatre, proudly welcomes Clyde Petersen's award-winning Torrey Pines, a queer, coming-of-age road trip like no other. A stop-motion animated film, accompanied by a live band, the production is based on Petersen's true-life story growing up in the nineties when being transgendered wasn't something you could look up on the internet. It runs one week only, February 14 through 17, 2018 at the Emerson Paramount Center's Jackie Liebergott Black Box, located at 559 Washington Street in Downtown Boston. Tickets range from $60-$70 and may be purchased online at www.ArtsEmerson.org, by phone at 617.824.8400, or in person at the box office. Student, senior and group discounts are available.
LONELY PLANET Comes to New Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
New Repertory Theatre and Boston Center for American Performance present Lonely Planet, performed February 3-March 4, 2018 in the BlackBox Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown. Tickets may be purchased by calling the New Rep Box Office at 617-923-8487 or visiting newrep.org. Lonely Planet will be performed in repertory with Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act by Athol Fugard as part of New Rep's Statements of Survival Series.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
New Repertory Theatre and Boston Center for American Performance present Lonely Planet, performed February 3-March 4, 2018 in the BlackBox Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown. Tickets may be purchased by calling the New Rep Box Office at 617-923-8487 or visiting newrep.org. Lonely Planet will be performed in repertory with Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act by Athol Fugard as part of New Rep's Statements of Survival Series.
WAM Theatre Announces New Hires and Board Members
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
WAM Theatre embarks on its ninth season with the announcement of two new members of the WAM Leadership Team and three new members of its Board of Directors. Talya Kingston has been named Associate Artistic Director, and Max Galdos-Shapiro will join WAM as General Manager. Together with Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven and Philanthropy and Outreach Coordinator Gwendolyn Tunnicliffe, they comprise the leadership team at WAM Theatre. Newly appointed to WAM's Board of Directors are Lynn Festa, Wendy Healey, and Arwen Lowbridge.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
WAM Theatre embarks on its ninth season with the announcement of two new members of the WAM Leadership Team and three new members of its Board of Directors. Talya Kingston has been named Associate Artistic Director, and Max Galdos-Shapiro will join WAM as General Manager. Together with Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven and Philanthropy and Outreach Coordinator Gwendolyn Tunnicliffe, they comprise the leadership team at WAM Theatre. Newly appointed to WAM's Board of Directors are Lynn Festa, Wendy Healey, and Arwen Lowbridge.
Abingdon Theatre Co. To Offer Classes In Audition Technique and Script Analysis
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Abingdon Theatre Company (Tony Speciale, Artistic Director; Denise Dickens, Producing Director) has announced its latest Studio Series of intensive classes focusing on audition technique and script analysis. For registration and further information visit abingdontheatre.org or call (212) 868-2055, ext. 1.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Abingdon Theatre Company (Tony Speciale, Artistic Director; Denise Dickens, Producing Director) has announced its latest Studio Series of intensive classes focusing on audition technique and script analysis. For registration and further information visit abingdontheatre.org or call (212) 868-2055, ext. 1.
2018 Tanglewood Season Tickets Go On Sale This Sunday, 1/28
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
The 2018 Tanglewood Season, June 15-September 2, is dedicated to the spirit of Leonard Bernstein on the centennial of his birth, with programs celebrating his iconic stature as one of the great artistic figures of the 20th century and his immeasurable contribution to the Tanglewood festival from 1940 to 1990
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
The 2018 Tanglewood Season, June 15-September 2, is dedicated to the spirit of Leonard Bernstein on the centennial of his birth, with programs celebrating his iconic stature as one of the great artistic figures of the 20th century and his immeasurable contribution to the Tanglewood festival from 1940 to 1990
NEFA Expands National Dance Project; New Initiatives and Increased Core Support Respond to Field Needs
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
The New England Foundation for the Arts announces new grantmaking and field-building elements of the National Dance Project, thanks in part to a $3.9 million three-year grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
The New England Foundation for the Arts announces new grantmaking and field-building elements of the National Dance Project, thanks in part to a $3.9 million three-year grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
The GroovaLottos Move The Crowd at UBC-TV Pre-Grammy Launch
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Upstart Cable and Streaming Network UBC-TV hosted a Pre-Grammy Launch that featured Grammy Nominees The GroovaLottos, along with a host of up and coming Indie talent, got the crowd going.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Upstart Cable and Streaming Network UBC-TV hosted a Pre-Grammy Launch that featured Grammy Nominees The GroovaLottos, along with a host of up and coming Indie talent, got the crowd going.
Andy Grammer Comes to Indian Ranch
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Indian Ranch announced that Andy Grammer has been added to their 2018 Summer Concert Series. Andy Grammer will return to Webster, MA on Saturday, June 23, 2018. Tickets go on-sale Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:00AM at www.indianranch.com.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Indian Ranch announced that Andy Grammer has been added to their 2018 Summer Concert Series. Andy Grammer will return to Webster, MA on Saturday, June 23, 2018. Tickets go on-sale Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:00AM at www.indianranch.com.
BWW Review: Sondheim's ROAD SHOW: Looking For America
by Nancy Grossman - January 23, 2018
The Lyric Stage Company continues to meander through the works of Stephen Sondheim with ROAD SHOW, his most recent collaboration with librettist John Weidman. While not in the upper echelon of Sondheim's works, the score and the Lyric production make it worthwhile. This musical travelogue about the Mizner Brothers, a pair of entrepreneurs and con men who sought their fortunes in escapades from Alaska to New York to Florida in the early 20th century, is the story of their successes, failures, and the art of the deal, fitting right in with our American zeitgeist.
by Nancy Grossman - January 23, 2018
The Lyric Stage Company continues to meander through the works of Stephen Sondheim with ROAD SHOW, his most recent collaboration with librettist John Weidman. While not in the upper echelon of Sondheim's works, the score and the Lyric production make it worthwhile. This musical travelogue about the Mizner Brothers, a pair of entrepreneurs and con men who sought their fortunes in escapades from Alaska to New York to Florida in the early 20th century, is the story of their successes, failures, and the art of the deal, fitting right in with our American zeitgeist.
Berkshire Theatre Group to Celebrate The Grateful Dead with Rev Tor's 7th Annual Dead of Winter Jam
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Berkshire Theatre Group will welcome Rev Tor's 7th Annual Dead of Winter Jam, featuring Rev Tor & Friends celebrating the music of The Grateful Dead, at The Garage (located in The Colonial Theatre lobby) on Thursday, February 15 at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Berkshire Theatre Group will welcome Rev Tor's 7th Annual Dead of Winter Jam, featuring Rev Tor & Friends celebrating the music of The Grateful Dead, at The Garage (located in The Colonial Theatre lobby) on Thursday, February 15 at 8pm.
Shakespeare & Company Announces 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Shakespeare & Company announces its 2018 summer season. Exploring themes of Delight, Deceit, and Desire, the season includes three Shakespeare plays: Macbeth, As You Like It, and Love's Labor's Lost; plus the New England Premiere of Morning After Grace by Carey Crim; Creditors by August Strindberg adapted by David Greig; Heisenberg by Laurence Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens; Mothers and Sons by Tony Award-winning playwright Terrence McNally; and HIR by Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor Mac.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Shakespeare & Company announces its 2018 summer season. Exploring themes of Delight, Deceit, and Desire, the season includes three Shakespeare plays: Macbeth, As You Like It, and Love's Labor's Lost; plus the New England Premiere of Morning After Grace by Carey Crim; Creditors by August Strindberg adapted by David Greig; Heisenberg by Laurence Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens; Mothers and Sons by Tony Award-winning playwright Terrence McNally; and HIR by Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor Mac.
THE PHANTOM OF THE DISCO Will Come to Club Cafe This February
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Love is Dead, but Disco Never Dies! The Daggers' are back with their fourth installment of the Drag Musical Extravaganzas: The Phantom of the Disco! Everyone's favorite cat-lovin', pinot grigio-drinkin', absent-minded Narrator, Elizabeth Battey graces the stage once more to give you the greatest love story ever told. But she's in big trouble, gang! Christine Daae has died and is buried in the back of the discotheque. All Battey is left with is a mannequin dressed as Sarah Brightman and hopes that you, the faithful audience, will sing that famous soprano's part! All drag, part sing-a-long, a mix of Donna Summers and Bee Gees, and Neon Calypso in rollerskates, The Phantom of the Disco promises to be Hot Stuff.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Love is Dead, but Disco Never Dies! The Daggers' are back with their fourth installment of the Drag Musical Extravaganzas: The Phantom of the Disco! Everyone's favorite cat-lovin', pinot grigio-drinkin', absent-minded Narrator, Elizabeth Battey graces the stage once more to give you the greatest love story ever told. But she's in big trouble, gang! Christine Daae has died and is buried in the back of the discotheque. All Battey is left with is a mannequin dressed as Sarah Brightman and hopes that you, the faithful audience, will sing that famous soprano's part! All drag, part sing-a-long, a mix of Donna Summers and Bee Gees, and Neon Calypso in rollerskates, The Phantom of the Disco promises to be Hot Stuff.
Irina Fainkichen and Irina Kotlyar Join Line-Up for THE BLACK BOX Classical Series
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
THE BLACK BOX Classical Series presents 'Spring Mood' this Sunday, January 28, at 4 p.m., featuring violinist Irina Fainkichen and pianist Irina Kotlyar. The program will include music by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Chausson, and Piazzolla. Tea service will be available in the lobby. A suburban hub for great music, THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
THE BLACK BOX Classical Series presents 'Spring Mood' this Sunday, January 28, at 4 p.m., featuring violinist Irina Fainkichen and pianist Irina Kotlyar. The program will include music by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Chausson, and Piazzolla. Tea service will be available in the lobby. A suburban hub for great music, THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.
New England Percussion Ensemble Will Play Franklin Performing Arts Company's Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Franklin Performing Arts Company's annual free Family Concert Series continues this season with the New England Percussion Ensemble on Sunday, February 4 at 1 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street, in downtown Franklin. A treasured FPAC tradition for more than two decades, Family Concert Series events are especially geared to children in length and format and provide young audiences with a fun introduction to the world of live music. Offered free to the public, the special concerts feature talented, professional musicians in an engaging and entertaining way.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Franklin Performing Arts Company's annual free Family Concert Series continues this season with the New England Percussion Ensemble on Sunday, February 4 at 1 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street, in downtown Franklin. A treasured FPAC tradition for more than two decades, Family Concert Series events are especially geared to children in length and format and provide young audiences with a fun introduction to the world of live music. Offered free to the public, the special concerts feature talented, professional musicians in an engaging and entertaining way.
Comedian Richie Redding Headlines COMEDY GARAGE 2/8
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) welcomes comedian, Richie Redding to the $5 Comedy Garage Series on Thursday, February 8 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) welcomes comedian, Richie Redding to the $5 Comedy Garage Series on Thursday, February 8 at 7:30pm.
The Outlaws Return To Indian Ranch With Special Guest Hannah Wicklund & The Steppin Stones
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Indian Ranch announced that The Outlaws will return to Webster, MA on Sunday, June 24th at 2:00PM. Tickets go on-sale this Friday, January 26th at 10:00AM, with a presale for Indian Ranch Insiders Club members on Thursday, January 25th at 10:00AM. Tickets will be available online at www.indianranch.com, , by calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) or at the Indian Ranch Box Office. Hannah Wicklund & The Steppin' Stones will open the show.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Indian Ranch announced that The Outlaws will return to Webster, MA on Sunday, June 24th at 2:00PM. Tickets go on-sale this Friday, January 26th at 10:00AM, with a presale for Indian Ranch Insiders Club members on Thursday, January 25th at 10:00AM. Tickets will be available online at www.indianranch.com, , by calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) or at the Indian Ranch Box Office. Hannah Wicklund & The Steppin' Stones will open the show.
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