Emmanuel Music presents Bach's Rarely Heard Complete Six Cantata Christmas Oratorio
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2017
On December 16 at 8 p.m. in Emmanuel Church, the chorus and orchestra of Emmanuel Music, under the direction of Ryan Turner, will present Bach's rarely heard complete Christmas Oratorio, featuring all six cantatas. Bach's magnificent work traces the events of the Christmas season, from the birth of Jesus to the arrival and worship of the Magi, each celebrated with a distinctive cantata featuring its own vivid sound world pastoral double reeds, introspective strings, noble horns, celebratory trumpets and mighty timpani. The evening begins with the pre-concert talk How Shall I Receive You? by Bach scholar Daniel R. Melamed. For tickets and more information, visit EmmanuelMusic.org.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2017
On December 16 at 8 p.m. in Emmanuel Church, the chorus and orchestra of Emmanuel Music, under the direction of Ryan Turner, will present Bach's rarely heard complete Christmas Oratorio, featuring all six cantatas. Bach's magnificent work traces the events of the Christmas season, from the birth of Jesus to the arrival and worship of the Magi, each celebrated with a distinctive cantata featuring its own vivid sound world pastoral double reeds, introspective strings, noble horns, celebratory trumpets and mighty timpani. The evening begins with the pre-concert talk How Shall I Receive You? by Bach scholar Daniel R. Melamed. For tickets and more information, visit EmmanuelMusic.org.
ArtsEmerson And A.R.T. Announce CITIZEN READ
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
ArtsEmerson and American Repertory Theater invite individuals and groups from the Greater Boston area to sign up for Citizen Read, a 4-part series of dynamic events activating a public dialogue on race and identity in America. From January through March 2018, participants in Citizen Read will engage in works by acclaimed author, poet, playwright, and MacArthur Fellow Claudia Rankine through text, facilitated conversations, and performance, exploring the questions Rankine investigates through her work.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
ArtsEmerson and American Repertory Theater invite individuals and groups from the Greater Boston area to sign up for Citizen Read, a 4-part series of dynamic events activating a public dialogue on race and identity in America. From January through March 2018, participants in Citizen Read will engage in works by acclaimed author, poet, playwright, and MacArthur Fellow Claudia Rankine through text, facilitated conversations, and performance, exploring the questions Rankine investigates through her work.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; Just Two Weeks Left!
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
Un-Common Theatre Announces Auditions For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
The Un-Common Theatre Company is thrilled to announce auditions for their Spring Production of Little Shop of Horrors on Sunday, January 7, 2018, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. The production will feature a cast of 7th through 12th graders and will be performed at the Orpheum Theatre in Foxboro on April 6-8, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
The Un-Common Theatre Company is thrilled to announce auditions for their Spring Production of Little Shop of Horrors on Sunday, January 7, 2018, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. The production will feature a cast of 7th through 12th graders and will be performed at the Orpheum Theatre in Foxboro on April 6-8, 2018.
Cast, Beneficiaries Announced for Shakespeare & Company's MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
In the spirit of the holidays, Shakespeare & Company announces four Berkshire beneficiaries for Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, written by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, directed by Producing Associate Ariel Bock. Post-show collections from each performance will benefit a different local organization, including The Elizabeth Freeman Center, Pittsfield Boys & Girls Club, Hospice Care in the Berkshires, and The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
In the spirit of the holidays, Shakespeare & Company announces four Berkshire beneficiaries for Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, written by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, directed by Producing Associate Ariel Bock. Post-show collections from each performance will benefit a different local organization, including The Elizabeth Freeman Center, Pittsfield Boys & Girls Club, Hospice Care in the Berkshires, and The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts.
A.R.T. Announces Inaugural 'Run AMOC!' Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Producer Diane Borger, announces that it will present the inaugural Run AMOC! Festival, performed by the new American Modern Opera Company (AMOC) December 15 18, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Producer Diane Borger, announces that it will present the inaugural Run AMOC! Festival, performed by the new American Modern Opera Company (AMOC) December 15 18, 2017.
Shakespeare & Company to Host Holiday Reading of MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
Shakespeare & Company presents Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, written by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, and directed by longtime Company member and Producing Associate Ariel Bock. This funny, warm-hearted holiday story, will have a special limited run from December 15 - 17 in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
Shakespeare & Company presents Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, written by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, and directed by longtime Company member and Producing Associate Ariel Bock. This funny, warm-hearted holiday story, will have a special limited run from December 15 - 17 in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to Hanover Theatre for 10th Anniversary Production
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
Celebrate the holiday season with the 10th Anniversary Production of A Christmas Carol at The Hanover Theatre for Performing Arts, December 15 - 23.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2017
Celebrate the holiday season with the 10th Anniversary Production of A Christmas Carol at The Hanover Theatre for Performing Arts, December 15 - 23.
BPDA Approves The Huntington Avenue Redevelopment Project
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) voted this evening to approve the proposed redevelopment of 254-264 Huntington Avenue, which will include the renovation of the Huntington Avenue Theatre and the theatre's support wing as well as a new apartment building next to the theatre. This approval puts in motion a donation by commercial developers QMG Huntington LLC of the historic Huntington Avenue Theatre and its support wing to the Huntington Theatre Company for its ownership in perpetuity.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) voted this evening to approve the proposed redevelopment of 254-264 Huntington Avenue, which will include the renovation of the Huntington Avenue Theatre and the theatre's support wing as well as a new apartment building next to the theatre. This approval puts in motion a donation by commercial developers QMG Huntington LLC of the historic Huntington Avenue Theatre and its support wing to the Huntington Theatre Company for its ownership in perpetuity.
New Year's Eve At Greater Boston Stage Company Announced
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
Greater Boston Stage Company continues its Season 18 Special Event line-up of stellar concerts with What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? A Spectacular Night of Music Starring Mary Callanan and Kathy St. George for two performances only on December 31, 2017, at 7:00pm and 10:00pm.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
Greater Boston Stage Company continues its Season 18 Special Event line-up of stellar concerts with What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? A Spectacular Night of Music Starring Mary Callanan and Kathy St. George for two performances only on December 31, 2017, at 7:00pm and 10:00pm.
Halalisa Singers to Present DRAW THE CIRCLE WIDE: SONGS OF JUSTICE AND INCLUSION in Lexington & Reading
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
The Halalisa Singers presents Draw the Circle Wide: Songs of Justice and Inclusion on Saturday, January 20, 8 pm at Follen Community Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, and on Sunday, January 21, 3 pm, United Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn Street, Reading.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
The Halalisa Singers presents Draw the Circle Wide: Songs of Justice and Inclusion on Saturday, January 20, 8 pm at Follen Community Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, and on Sunday, January 21, 3 pm, United Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn Street, Reading.
Photo Flash: Bedlam's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Celebrates Opening Night at A.R.T.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
American Repertory Theater's production of Bedlam's Sense & Sensibility just celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld has photos from the festivities below!
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
American Repertory Theater's production of Bedlam's Sense & Sensibility just celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld has photos from the festivities below!
Boston Ballet Rings In 2018 With Special NUTCRACKER Performance
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
Continuing a six-year tradition, Boston Ballet celebrates New Year's Eve with a special, one-night-only version of Mikko Nissinen's The Nutcracker. A brass quintet from Boston Ballet Orchestra will kick off the night's festivities with popular holiday tunes and New Year's Eve favorites in a pre-show concert from 6:30 to 6:50 pm.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
Continuing a six-year tradition, Boston Ballet celebrates New Year's Eve with a special, one-night-only version of Mikko Nissinen's The Nutcracker. A brass quintet from Boston Ballet Orchestra will kick off the night's festivities with popular holiday tunes and New Year's Eve favorites in a pre-show concert from 6:30 to 6:50 pm.
Passim Adds Fourth UNDER THE COVERS Performance, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
With three performances already sold out, Club Passim announced the addition of a fourth and final show for the 14th Annual Under the Covers concerts. Featuring Jake Armerding, Rose Cousins, Mark Erelli and Zack Hickman, Under The Covers is an evening of cover songs curated and performed by four of Passim's most beloved artists. Tickets for the fourth show this Today, December 14th at 10:00PM are on sale now at www.passim.org, or by phone at 617-492-7679
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
With three performances already sold out, Club Passim announced the addition of a fourth and final show for the 14th Annual Under the Covers concerts. Featuring Jake Armerding, Rose Cousins, Mark Erelli and Zack Hickman, Under The Covers is an evening of cover songs curated and performed by four of Passim's most beloved artists. Tickets for the fourth show this Today, December 14th at 10:00PM are on sale now at www.passim.org, or by phone at 617-492-7679
WHAT THE DICKENS! Opens with CYDP And David Drummond Tribute
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
Cambridge Youth Dance Program (CYDP) and Producing Director Deborah Mason Dudley present a contemporary dance with a holiday twist, WHAT THE DICKENS!, for six performances December 14 - 17, 2017 at Boston University Dance Theater, 915 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
Cambridge Youth Dance Program (CYDP) and Producing Director Deborah Mason Dudley present a contemporary dance with a holiday twist, WHAT THE DICKENS!, for six performances December 14 - 17, 2017 at Boston University Dance Theater, 915 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston.
Improv Soup presents December Show This Friday!
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
Take a break from the hustle and bustle that goes down this time of year and have a good old belly laugh with the Soupians!! A laugh with a bowl of soup......perfect for this chilly weather!!!!
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
Take a break from the hustle and bustle that goes down this time of year and have a good old belly laugh with the Soupians!! A laugh with a bowl of soup......perfect for this chilly weather!!!!
Lineup Announced for 7th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
The Boston One-Minute Play Festival (#1MPF) returns for The 7th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival!
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
The Boston One-Minute Play Festival (#1MPF) returns for The 7th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival!
NEFA Expands National Theater Project With Funding From Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
New England Foundation for the Arts announces plans to increase the impact of the National Theater Program, with help from a $750,000 two-year grant from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
New England Foundation for the Arts announces plans to increase the impact of the National Theater Program, with help from a $750,000 two-year grant from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation.
Jacob's Pillow Announces Full Season Lineup For Festival 2018
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
Jacob's Pillow announces the full season lineup for Festival 2018, including U.S. company debuts, world premieres, international artists, newly commissioned work, rich historic Festival connections, and the formal presentation of work developed through the organization's growing residency program at the Pillow Lab. Jacob's Pillow is the longest-running dance festival in the United States, a National Historic Landmark, a National Medal of Arts recipient, and has recently expanded to become a year-round center for dance research and development. Festival 2018 opens on June 20, engaging visitors and community members from throughout the region and beyond, on- and off-site, through August 26.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
Jacob's Pillow announces the full season lineup for Festival 2018, including U.S. company debuts, world premieres, international artists, newly commissioned work, rich historic Festival connections, and the formal presentation of work developed through the organization's growing residency program at the Pillow Lab. Jacob's Pillow is the longest-running dance festival in the United States, a National Historic Landmark, a National Medal of Arts recipient, and has recently expanded to become a year-round center for dance research and development. Festival 2018 opens on June 20, engaging visitors and community members from throughout the region and beyond, on- and off-site, through August 26.
Fort Point Theatre Channel Announces 10th Anniversary Party And Exhibit
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
The 23 co-artistic directors of Fort Point Theatre Channel, dedicated to creating and sustaining new configurations of the arts, invite the public to join them in celebration of FPTC's 10th anniversary. From 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 11, 2018, FPTC friends, family, and followers will assemble for free music, dance, spoken words, and visual art, plus food and drink donated by local merchants.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
The 23 co-artistic directors of Fort Point Theatre Channel, dedicated to creating and sustaining new configurations of the arts, invite the public to join them in celebration of FPTC's 10th anniversary. From 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 11, 2018, FPTC friends, family, and followers will assemble for free music, dance, spoken words, and visual art, plus food and drink donated by local merchants.
Passim Adds Fourth UNDER THE COVERS Performance, 12/14
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
With three performances already sold out, Club Passim announced the addition of a fourth and final show for the 14th Annual Under the Covers concerts. Featuring Jake Armerding, Rose Cousins, Mark Erelli and Zack Hickman, Under The Covers is an evening of cover songs curated and performed by four of Passim's most beloved artists. Tickets for the fourth show this Thursday, December 14th at 10:00PM are on sale now at www.passim.org, or by phone at 617-492-7679
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
With three performances already sold out, Club Passim announced the addition of a fourth and final show for the 14th Annual Under the Covers concerts. Featuring Jake Armerding, Rose Cousins, Mark Erelli and Zack Hickman, Under The Covers is an evening of cover songs curated and performed by four of Passim's most beloved artists. Tickets for the fourth show this Thursday, December 14th at 10:00PM are on sale now at www.passim.org, or by phone at 617-492-7679
Daughtry Comes to Worcester This Spring
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Set to hit 30+ cities across the U.S., Daughtry will come to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts on Saturday, March 31 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Set to hit 30+ cities across the U.S., Daughtry will come to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts on Saturday, March 31 at 8 p.m.
Shakespeare & Company Slates 2018 Winter Studio Festival of Plays
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Shakespeare & Company has announced its Winter Studio Festival of Plays on January 13 and 14, 2018. This weekend of staged readings will showcase emerging and established playwrights, and feature Company artists. All performances will take place in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre on the Shakespeare & Company campus in Lenox, Massachusetts.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Shakespeare & Company has announced its Winter Studio Festival of Plays on January 13 and 14, 2018. This weekend of staged readings will showcase emerging and established playwrights, and feature Company artists. All performances will take place in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre on the Shakespeare & Company campus in Lenox, Massachusetts.
Photo Flash: First Look at Bedlam's SENSE & SENSIBILITY at A.R.T.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Bedlam's Sense & Sensibility plays now through January 14, 2018 at American Repertory Theater. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Bedlam's Sense & Sensibility plays now through January 14, 2018 at American Repertory Theater. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
By Popular Demand SKL Presents Coffeehouse Soul Sessions With The GroovaLottos Each Month
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
After an extremely successful pilot launch and multiple inquiries as to when 'that really cool band' would be coming back: SKL Presents - Coffeehouse Soul Sessions will a monthly gathering at the Dedham Square Coffeehouse, starting on January 20th with a Pre-Grammy show. Grammy nominated soul-funk-blues band, The GroovaLottos will be serving as the house band. The sessions will also feature guest artists each month. In November the band was joined by legendary r&b guitarist, Steve Helme.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
After an extremely successful pilot launch and multiple inquiries as to when 'that really cool band' would be coming back: SKL Presents - Coffeehouse Soul Sessions will a monthly gathering at the Dedham Square Coffeehouse, starting on January 20th with a Pre-Grammy show. Grammy nominated soul-funk-blues band, The GroovaLottos will be serving as the house band. The sessions will also feature guest artists each month. In November the band was joined by legendary r&b guitarist, Steve Helme.
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