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Shakespeare & Company to Stage Romantic Readings from the Bard in A LOVERS' SPAT
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2017
Shakespeare & Company has announced Lovers' Spat - Shakespeare's Famous Couple's Encounters on Saturday, February 18 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, February 19 at 2:00 pm.
Stars Set for Billy Porter-Helmed TOPDOG/UNDERDOG at the Huntington
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2017
The Huntington Theatre Company presents the explosive Pulitzer Prize winner Topdog/Underdog by Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Tony, Grammy, and Drama Desk Award winner Billy Porter (The Colored Museum at the Huntington and Lola in Kinky Boots on Broadway). Performances run March 10 - April 9, 2017 at the Avenue of the Arts / BU Theatre.
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston to Present A LITTLE BIT OF IRELAND
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will present "A Little Bit of Ireland" -- a feast of Irish music, folk dancing, and light-hearted comic blarney - for three performances only during St. Patrick's Day weekend, March 11-12th, 2017.  This annual musical celebration of St. Patrick's Day, conceived and directed by Reagle's producing artistic director Bob Eagle, is a heartfelt homage to the Emerald Isle featuring a pinch of Irish tenors, a touch of Riverdance and a rousing visit to an Irish pub. 
Comedian Jimmy Tingle to Present 'HUMOR FOR HUMANITY ... IN THE AGE OF TRUMP'
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
Comedian and commentator Jimmy Tingle offers his satirical yet hopeful take on the people and issues facing the nation in the age of President Trump.
WAM Theatre Seeking Submissions for FRESH TAKES Series
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
WAM Theatre has put out a call for actor and stage manager submissions for Fresh Takes, a series of three play readings that will take place on select Sundays between March and June. Curated by WAM Theatre's Artistic Associate Molly Clancy, Fresh Takes will give a stage to ground-breaking works - which have been successfully presented elsewhere but are new to our Berkshire audiences - that tell women's stories.
Huntington to Host 2017 August Wilson Monologue Competition Boston Regional Finals
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
Huntington Theatre Company's Department of Education presents the 7th annual Boston regional finals of the August Wilson Monologue Competition, celebrating the writing of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright.
HUMOR FOR HUMANITY: JIMMY TINGLE IN THE AGE OF TRUMP at Gloucester Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
Gloucester Stage Company presents Humor for Humanity: Jimmy Tingle in the Age of Trump at 7:30 pm on Saturday, January 28 at Gloucester Stage Company, 267 East Main Street, Gloucester MA. Tickets are $25.
BWW Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! National Tour Starts Here!
by Nancy Grossman - January 23, 2017
With nine Tony Award nominations under its belt, SOMETHING ROTTEN! closed on Broadway on January 1, 2017, and barely took a breather before hitting the road with three of its principal players reprising their roles. Director/choreographer Casey Nicholaw brings Rob McClure, Adam Pascal, and Josh Grisetti on the National Tour that launches in Boston at the Opera House.
Flat Stanley, Mary Poppins and More Set for young company's Winter Festival at Stoneham Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2017
the young company Winter Festival includes four fully-staged productions: family-friendly The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Junior takes us on an incredible adventure all across the globe, while The Emperor's New Clothes teaches us to open our eyes to what's right in front of us! Mary Poppins uses magic, common sense, and a spoonful of sugar to teach the entire Banks family to value one another. Lastly, the dark and edgy Sweeney Todd shows us just how far some will go for those they love.
FPAC Free Family Concert Series Presents Opera for Kids Featuring LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
 The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present Opera for Kids: Little Red Riding Hood on Sunday, February 5, at 2:30 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central Street, in downtown Franklin. This special program is a presentation of FPAC's Family Concert Series and is offered free to the community. A treasured FPAC tradition for more than two decades, Family Concert Series events are geared toward children in length and format and provide young audiences with a fun introduction to the world of live music. The performances introduce audiences of all ages to music of many genres and feature talented, professional musicians in an engaging, entertaining and interactive way.
WAM Theatre to Host Berkshire Event in Solidarity with Women's March
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
A local steering committee, including Kristen van Ginhoven, co-founder and Artistic Director of WAM Theatre, and community members Jayne Benjulian, Lynn Festa and Mary Lincoln, are organizing a free local event in solidarity with the January 21 Women's March on Washington.
Stage 284's STILTSKIN Musical to Debut New Take on the Grimm Fairytale
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
Stiltskin A Musical, developed at Stage 284, will make its World Premiere this winter at The Community House in Hamilton.
Broadway Series and More Highlight January Music Events at the Black Box
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
Broadway's Matthew Scott headlines a one-night-only show at THE BLACK BOX, downtown Franklin's theater, music and event venue. The January 21 concert highlights a full month of music series entertainment to kick off the New Year.  A suburban hub for great music, THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.
Les Bostonades Announces 11th Anniversary Opening Concert, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
 Les Bostonades presents the opening concert of its 11th Anniversary season on Sunday, January 21, 2017 at 3pm, at Gordon Chapel, Old South Church, 645 Boylston Street, Boston MA. This intimate performance features the talents of Les Bostonades' ensemble members Sarah Darling, violin; Michael Unterman, cello; Héloïse Degrugillier, recorder; and Akiko Sato, harpsichord.
STAGE TUBE: Meet the Cast of A.R.T.'s TRANS SCRIPTS, PART I: THE WOMEN
by Stage Tube - January 20, 2017
The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Director Diane Quinn, is currently presenting Trans Scripts, Part I: The Women, written by Paul Lucas and directed by Jo Bonney. Performances run through Sunday, February 5 at the Loeb Drama Center, 64 Brattle St, Cambridge. Click below to go behind the scenes with the cast!
BabsonARTS Announces Spring Programming
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
BabsonARTS announces its roster of programming for the winter and spring of 2017, including a world premiere play, a number of esteemed guest artists, and a range of visual and performing arts events.  All events take place on the campus of Babson College, 231 Forest Street in Wellesley, MA, and are open to the public.
THE BLACK BOX Classical Series to Feature Irina Fainkichen and Irina Kotlyar
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
THE BLACK BOX Classical Series presents "Captivating Artists Performing Romantic Music" on Sunday, January 29, at 4 p.m., featuring violinist Irina Fainkichen and pianist Irina Kotlyar.
ImprovBoston Presents Doubled Over: A Duo Comedy Fest
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
Batman and Robin. Laverne and Shirley. Ernie and Bert. ImprovBoston celebrates signature duos at its second annual Doubled Over: A Duo Comedy Fest, a showcase of Boston's funniest comedy pairs performing improv, sketch, and more.
Gloucester Stage Gets Political!
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
Gloucester Stage Company invites all to a free watch party of the extraordinary Concert For America at 3pmon Today, January 20 at GSC, 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Gloucester Stage will live stream this star studded benefit concert highlighting the diversity and hope that is America at its best from Town Hall in NYC. Some of Broadway's biggest stars are slated to perform including Chita Rivera, Kelli O'Hara, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Betty Buckley, Jessie Mueller Billy Porter, Sharon Gless, Andrea Martin, Bebe Neuwirth, Rosie O'Donnell, Rosie Perez, Lillias White, Judy Gold, Caroline Rhea, Stephanie Mills and Charles Busch.
Old Sturbridge Village Announces Winter Theatrical Experience
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
 Members of the programming staff at Old Sturbridge Village announce an exciting new theatrical experience that the Village will present this winter. In February, Old Sturbridge Village introduces an innovative, new way to experience New England's premier living history museum: Midwinter Mischief.
New Rep Presents Arlekin Players NATASHA'S DREAM
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
New Repertory Theatre presents Arlekin Players: Natasha's Dream, February 14, 20, 21 at 7:30pm in the Black Box Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA. Tickets are $19-$35 and may be purchased by calling the New Rep Box Office at 617-923-8487 or visiting newrep.org. Student and senior discounts are available.
1100 Students Will Gather for 49th Annual Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Western Connecticut State University will host 1,100 students and faculty from colleges and universities in Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts at the Region One festival of the 49th annual Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF), January 31-February 4, 2017. This is the fourth of eight weekly celebrations of excellence and achievement of theater in higher education. Individual participants and full-scale productions are eligible for awards recognizing excellence in the art and craft of theater. Individual awardees and representatives from selected productions will be brought to Washington, D.C., for an expenses-paid trip to the national festival, April 18-22, 2017 at the Kennedy Center. A comprehensive listing of awardees will be announced in mid-March 2017.
BWW Review: They're Ba-a-a-ack: It's Winter Panto-time!
by Nancy Grossman - January 19, 2017
WINTER PANTO 2017: THE PRINCESS & THE PEA is served with a generous portion of political satire. What better villains than orange-haired Queen Clump and her alt-right hand man Stompundstammer? The best jokes go over their heads, but definitely bring the kids to this loosey-goosey fantasy world of fun and frolic.
New Winter Theatrical Performance at Old Sturbridge Village
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Members of the programming staff at Old Sturbridge Village announce an exciting new theatrical experience that the Village will present this winter. In February, Old Sturbridge Village introduces an innovative, new way to experience New England's premier living history museum: Midwinter Mischief.
BILLY ELLIOT Opens Next Week at Wheelock Family Theatre!
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
BILLY ELLIOT runs January 27th - February 26th at Wheelock Family Theatre.

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