Reggae Musician Shatta Wale to Arrive in Worcester This Summer
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2017
The Hanover Theatre invites audiences to join reggae musician Shatta Wale for a live concert, July 8 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2017
The Hanover Theatre invites audiences to join reggae musician Shatta Wale for a live concert, July 8 at 8 p.m.
Levitate Music and Arts Festival Announces 2017 Day-by-Day Lineup
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2017
The announcement of this year's "biggest little festival" in Massachusetts just drew lots of attention with a top-tier lineup with headliners including fan-favorites Dispatch and GRAMMY Award-winning Ziggy Marley.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2017
The announcement of this year's "biggest little festival" in Massachusetts just drew lots of attention with a top-tier lineup with headliners including fan-favorites Dispatch and GRAMMY Award-winning Ziggy Marley.
Levitate Music and Arts Festival Announces 2017 Music Lineup
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2017
The 'biggest little festival' in Massachusetts just grew a little bigger. Starting off as a humble friendly barbeque, the Levitate Music and Arts Festival has since grown into a full-fledged weekend-long festival featuring top national touring acts, expecting a draw of over 10,000 fans per day. The fifth year will see the festival running two days: Today, July 8th and Sunday, July 9th.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2017
The 'biggest little festival' in Massachusetts just grew a little bigger. Starting off as a humble friendly barbeque, the Levitate Music and Arts Festival has since grown into a full-fledged weekend-long festival featuring top national touring acts, expecting a draw of over 10,000 fans per day. The fifth year will see the festival running two days: Today, July 8th and Sunday, July 9th.
Provincetown Dramatic Arts 2016 Hit Production of Eugene O'Neill's ANNA CHRISTIE Returns to the Wharf House
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
???????Eugene O'Neill's celebrated Pulitzer Prize winning drama and hit of the 2016 season, is returning to the Wharf House at the Provincetown Marina for 2017. The Provincetown Dramatic Arts production of Anna Christie was selected as one of the Best Plays of 2016 and Sarah MacDonnell was honored as one of the best female performances in her role of Anna (by the Cape Cod Times). The play opens on July 13 and runs Thursday - Sunday until July 30. Margaret Van Sant, Artistic Director of the Provincetown Dramatic Arts, directs.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
???????Eugene O'Neill's celebrated Pulitzer Prize winning drama and hit of the 2016 season, is returning to the Wharf House at the Provincetown Marina for 2017. The Provincetown Dramatic Arts production of Anna Christie was selected as one of the Best Plays of 2016 and Sarah MacDonnell was honored as one of the best female performances in her role of Anna (by the Cape Cod Times). The play opens on July 13 and runs Thursday - Sunday until July 30. Margaret Van Sant, Artistic Director of the Provincetown Dramatic Arts, directs.
Cape Rep Theatre presents BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Cape Rep Theatre continues its 2017 season with the 10-time Tony-winning musical, BILLY ELLIOT, THE MUSICAL, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, music by Elton John, August 2 through August 27: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, and Sundays August 13, 20 and 27 at 2 pm. Tickets are $35-40. Pay-What-You-Can-Night is the first Friday, August 4. 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.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Cape Rep Theatre continues its 2017 season with the 10-time Tony-winning musical, BILLY ELLIOT, THE MUSICAL, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, music by Elton John, August 2 through August 27: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, and Sundays August 13, 20 and 27 at 2 pm. Tickets are $35-40. Pay-What-You-Can-Night is the first Friday, August 4. 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.
People's Light Announces Second Round of the New Play Frontiers Residency & Commission Program
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
People's Light is proud to announce Sanjit De Silva, James Ijames, Deepa Purohit, and Laura Schellhardt as the participating playwrights in the second round of the company's groundbreaking New Play Frontiers Residency & Commission program. The playwrights officially begin the program on July 9, 2017, in conjunction with the final performance of Project Dawn by Karen Hartman, the first New Play Frontiers play to premiere at People's Light. This second round of residencies and commissions, along with the production of Project Dawn, are made possible in part by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
People's Light is proud to announce Sanjit De Silva, James Ijames, Deepa Purohit, and Laura Schellhardt as the participating playwrights in the second round of the company's groundbreaking New Play Frontiers Residency & Commission program. The playwrights officially begin the program on July 9, 2017, in conjunction with the final performance of Project Dawn by Karen Hartman, the first New Play Frontiers play to premiere at People's Light. This second round of residencies and commissions, along with the production of Project Dawn, are made possible in part by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
World-Class Teaching Lineup Announced for Merrimack Repertory Theatre's Young Company
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) announces a world-class lineup of teaching artists for 2017-18 Young Company, the one-of-a-kind youth program that has kids tell their own stories through theatre and stay connected with MRT all year long.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) announces a world-class lineup of teaching artists for 2017-18 Young Company, the one-of-a-kind youth program that has kids tell their own stories through theatre and stay connected with MRT all year long.
Berkshire Theatre Group Receives $12,000 Grant to Support After School Program
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced it is the recipient of a $12,000 grant from Berkshire United Way to support BTG PLAYS! After School Program.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced it is the recipient of a $12,000 grant from Berkshire United Way to support BTG PLAYS! After School Program.
THE PRODUCERS at Priscilla Beach Theatre in August
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Priscilla Beach Theatre (PBT) is pleased to present the musical comedy The Producers, August 3-19, on its historic barn stage. Mel Brook's The Producers is a laugh-out-loud, zany musical featuring a scheming producer and his mousy accountant.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
Priscilla Beach Theatre (PBT) is pleased to present the musical comedy The Producers, August 3-19, on its historic barn stage. Mel Brook's The Producers is a laugh-out-loud, zany musical featuring a scheming producer and his mousy accountant.
MIT Gilbert and Sullivan Players Announces Summer Production of CHESS
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
At the height of the Cold War, an American and Russian grandmaster face off in a battle for international chess supremacy. When the Russian falls in love with the American's chess second, intense rivalry and East-West political intrigue begin to unfold.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
At the height of the Cold War, an American and Russian grandmaster face off in a battle for international chess supremacy. When the Russian falls in love with the American's chess second, intense rivalry and East-West political intrigue begin to unfold.
Magic, Science, Pirates and More Set for Cape Playhouse's Summer 2017 Kids Season
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
The Cape Playhouse has big plans for little theatre goers this summer, as FunDay FriDays! Playhouse for Kids takes the stage. From pirate tales to dogs performing hilarious tricks, puppets, magicians and jugglers, the schedule has something for all kids.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
The Cape Playhouse has big plans for little theatre goers this summer, as FunDay FriDays! Playhouse for Kids takes the stage. From pirate tales to dogs performing hilarious tricks, puppets, magicians and jugglers, the schedule has something for all kids.
Accessibility Dates Announced for ROMEO & JULIET
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) is pleased to continue its Common Access Initiative as part of its 22nd season of FREE SHAKESPEARE ON THE COMMON Romeo & Juliet runs July 19 - August 6 on the Boston Common. Since its founding in 1996, CSC has offered one American Sign Language performance each season.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) is pleased to continue its Common Access Initiative as part of its 22nd season of FREE SHAKESPEARE ON THE COMMON Romeo & Juliet runs July 19 - August 6 on the Boston Common. Since its founding in 1996, CSC has offered one American Sign Language performance each season.
Photo Flash: First Look at CYMBELINE at Shakespeare & Company
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Shakespeare & Company presents Shakespeare's Cymbeline, directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer. This tale of love and passion, produced for the first time on the Company's Mainstage, runs in the Tina Packer Playhouse now through August 6, 2017. The production also marks a personal milestone for Packer, who, after opening her production of Cymbeline, will have directed all 37 plays in the Shakespeare canon. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Shakespeare & Company presents Shakespeare's Cymbeline, directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer. This tale of love and passion, produced for the first time on the Company's Mainstage, runs in the Tina Packer Playhouse now through August 6, 2017. The production also marks a personal milestone for Packer, who, after opening her production of Cymbeline, will have directed all 37 plays in the Shakespeare canon. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Collaborative Performance Offers Rare Rossini Choral Work in Concert
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), in collaboration with Chatham Chorale Chamber Singers, presents A Mass at the Opera, on Friday, August 18, 7:30 pm at First Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet. The performance features 4 vocal soloists and accompaniment by CCCMF Co-Artistic Director Jon Nakamatsu, piano and Donald Enos, organ.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), in collaboration with Chatham Chorale Chamber Singers, presents A Mass at the Opera, on Friday, August 18, 7:30 pm at First Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet. The performance features 4 vocal soloists and accompaniment by CCCMF Co-Artistic Director Jon Nakamatsu, piano and Donald Enos, organ.
Stage 284's Black Box Lab Presents VINCENT
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Vincent Van Gogh cut off his ear, committed suicide and inspired Don McLean to write a song about him ('Starry, Starry Night').
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Vincent Van Gogh cut off his ear, committed suicide and inspired Don McLean to write a song about him ('Starry, Starry Night').
THE MUSIC MAN, Featuring Over 100 Berkshire Youth, Begins Next Month at The Colonial Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) presents the Tony Award-winning The Music Man, directed by Travis G. Daly (BTG: Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Seussical), with music direction by Mark Gionfriddo (BTG: Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Seussical), and choreography by Avital Asuleen (The Queen Bees, The Rat Pack Undead), featuring over 100 talented Berkshire youth. The Music Man runs from July 6 through August 6 at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, MA.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) presents the Tony Award-winning The Music Man, directed by Travis G. Daly (BTG: Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Seussical), with music direction by Mark Gionfriddo (BTG: Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Seussical), and choreography by Avital Asuleen (The Queen Bees, The Rat Pack Undead), featuring over 100 talented Berkshire youth. The Music Man runs from July 6 through August 6 at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, MA.
The Cape Cod Theatre Project presents John Cariani's CUL-DE-SAC, 7/6-9
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Under the direction of Artistic Director Hal Brooks, the Cape Cod Theatre Project has a long history of presenting some of America's best new plays. Audiences are invited to participate in the creation of new works for American theater, many of which go on to off-Broadway, Broadway, or regional engagements.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Under the direction of Artistic Director Hal Brooks, the Cape Cod Theatre Project has a long history of presenting some of America's best new plays. Audiences are invited to participate in the creation of new works for American theater, many of which go on to off-Broadway, Broadway, or regional engagements.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL featuring Kathy St. George Comes to Stoneham Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
???????GFour Productions, winner of 44 Tony Awards and 54 Drama Desk Awards, proudly brings the international hit show Menopause The Musical to Stoneham Theatre for 12 performances Today, July 6 through Sunday, July 16.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
???????GFour Productions, winner of 44 Tony Awards and 54 Drama Desk Awards, proudly brings the international hit show Menopause The Musical to Stoneham Theatre for 12 performances Today, July 6 through Sunday, July 16.
Tony Nominee Michel Bell Joins SHOW BOAT at Reagle Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Tony Award nominee and renowned Broadway actor Michel Bell will make his Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston debut this July!
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Tony Award nominee and renowned Broadway actor Michel Bell will make his Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston debut this July!
Ciaran Sheehan and Sarah Muirhead to Headline SHOW BOAT at Reagle Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Broadway's "Phantom," Ciaran Sheehan, returns to Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston to take on the role of GAYLORD RAVENAL in Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II's 1927 masterpiece Show Boat. Running from July 6-16 for 8 performances only, Show Boat will also star Boston's own Sarah Oakes Muirhead (Sunday in the Park with George) as MAGNOLIA HAWKS.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Broadway's "Phantom," Ciaran Sheehan, returns to Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston to take on the role of GAYLORD RAVENAL in Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II's 1927 masterpiece Show Boat. Running from July 6-16 for 8 performances only, Show Boat will also star Boston's own Sarah Oakes Muirhead (Sunday in the Park with George) as MAGNOLIA HAWKS.
MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000 Kicks Off Live Tour Today in Boston
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
For the first time ever, join Joel Hodgson, creator of the critically acclaimed 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' TV show and its new host Jonah Heston (Jonah Ray) as they bring the first live touring production of 'MST3K' to a city near you on the 'Watch Out for Snakes!' Tour.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
For the first time ever, join Joel Hodgson, creator of the critically acclaimed 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' TV show and its new host Jonah Heston (Jonah Ray) as they bring the first live touring production of 'MST3K' to a city near you on the 'Watch Out for Snakes!' Tour.
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival Concerts to Feature Ancient Flutes and Lectures
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
A world premiere performance of Julian Lampert's 'Quintet for Flute and String Quartet' is featured during Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival's (CCCMF) 38th season during Borromeo and the Ancient Flute, on Tuesday, August 15, 7:30 pm at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
A world premiere performance of Julian Lampert's 'Quintet for Flute and String Quartet' is featured during Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival's (CCCMF) 38th season during Borromeo and the Ancient Flute, on Tuesday, August 15, 7:30 pm at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit.
NSMT Helps Shatter Donation Records For The Musary!
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
Bill Hanney's award winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) and Northshore 104.9 recently teamed up with and The Musary for a unique musical instrument donation drive throughout the run of Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN at North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly, MA. The donation drive resulted in 167 musical instruments and accessories being donated with a total value of $18,530.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
Bill Hanney's award winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) and Northshore 104.9 recently teamed up with and The Musary for a unique musical instrument donation drive throughout the run of Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN at North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly, MA. The donation drive resulted in 167 musical instruments and accessories being donated with a total value of $18,530.
The American Led Zeppelin Returns to Worcester This October
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
???????The heart-thumping, high-energy music of Get The Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin returns to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, Saturday, October 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets are now on sale to theatre members and go on sale to the general public Wednesday, July 11 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
???????The heart-thumping, high-energy music of Get The Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin returns to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, Saturday, October 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets are now on sale to theatre members and go on sale to the general public Wednesday, July 11 at 10 a.m.
Chester Theatre Company to present SKELETON CREW
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) is proud to present Dominique Morisseau's Skeleton Crew in the historic Chester Town Hall, 15 Middlefield Road in Chester, MA, from July 13 - 23, 2017. The production is directed by Awoye Timpo, making her CTC directorial debut. In this 'deeply moral and deeply American play' (The New York Times), Reggie has worked his way up to supervisor at a faltering auto factory. Now he has to decide whether he owes his loyalty to himself, to his bosses, or to long-time family friend Faye and the younger workers on the line, Dez and Shanita. In the spirit of August Wilson's Pittsburgh Cycle, this third play from Morisseau's Detroit Trilogy explores the hard choices facing Americans barely squeezing by. It was named by the New York Times as 'one of six plays that reckon with an anxious America.'
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) is proud to present Dominique Morisseau's Skeleton Crew in the historic Chester Town Hall, 15 Middlefield Road in Chester, MA, from July 13 - 23, 2017. The production is directed by Awoye Timpo, making her CTC directorial debut. In this 'deeply moral and deeply American play' (The New York Times), Reggie has worked his way up to supervisor at a faltering auto factory. Now he has to decide whether he owes his loyalty to himself, to his bosses, or to long-time family friend Faye and the younger workers on the line, Dez and Shanita. In the spirit of August Wilson's Pittsburgh Cycle, this third play from Morisseau's Detroit Trilogy explores the hard choices facing Americans barely squeezing by. It was named by the New York Times as 'one of six plays that reckon with an anxious America.'
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