BWW Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at New Rep: In the Heights
by Nancy Grossman - December 10, 2016
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is not just a revival; it has the hallmarks of a revival meeting. It inspires the audience with its themes of tradition, community, and family, and, under the direction of Austin Pendleton, is a shofar call to stir the hearts and minds of all who would recall the Holocaust motto, "Never again."
by Nancy Grossman - December 10, 2016
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is not just a revival; it has the hallmarks of a revival meeting. It inspires the audience with its themes of tradition, community, and family, and, under the direction of Austin Pendleton, is a shofar call to stir the hearts and minds of all who would recall the Holocaust motto, "Never again."
FAITHLESS Set for December at Boston Playwrights' Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2016
Boston Playwrights' Theatre (BPT) continues its 2016-17 season with Faithless by Andrew Joseph Clarke. Running from December 8-18, this new drama is directed by Stephen Pick.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2016
Boston Playwrights' Theatre (BPT) continues its 2016-17 season with Faithless by Andrew Joseph Clarke. Running from December 8-18, this new drama is directed by Stephen Pick.
Photo Flash: First Look at A CHRISTMAS CAROL at North Shore Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2016
North Shore Music Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL plays through December 23, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2016
North Shore Music Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL plays through December 23, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
ImprovBoston Welcomes Inspirational Speaker and Author Aaron Wilson to its Mainstage Spotlight Series
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2016
Inspirational Speaker, Founder and CEO of Lead the Baseline, and now Author Aaron Wilson helps individuals discover their talents and builds them as leaders. He'll join the ImprovBoston Mainstage cast on December 22nd for memorable games and hilarious scenes.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2016
Inspirational Speaker, Founder and CEO of Lead the Baseline, and now Author Aaron Wilson helps individuals discover their talents and builds them as leaders. He'll join the ImprovBoston Mainstage cast on December 22nd for memorable games and hilarious scenes.
CIRCUS 1903 to Bring 'The Golden Age of Circus' to Boston Next Spring
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2016
In a world premiere event, the producers of the world's biggest magic show, The Illusionists, have teamed up with the award-winning puppeteers from War Horse, to present a thrilling turn-of-the-century circus spectacular. CIRCUS 1903 -The Golden Age of Circus has all the thrill and daredevil entertainment one would expect from the circus, with an exciting new twist. CIRCUS 1903 -The Golden Age of Circus will play a one- week engagement at the Boch Center Wang Theatre, March 8-12, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2016
In a world premiere event, the producers of the world's biggest magic show, The Illusionists, have teamed up with the award-winning puppeteers from War Horse, to present a thrilling turn-of-the-century circus spectacular. CIRCUS 1903 -The Golden Age of Circus has all the thrill and daredevil entertainment one would expect from the circus, with an exciting new twist. CIRCUS 1903 -The Golden Age of Circus will play a one- week engagement at the Boch Center Wang Theatre, March 8-12, 2017.
Boston Ballet School To Break Ground For New Location In Newton, 12/8
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2016
Boston Ballet will break ground on Boston Ballet School's Newton Studio at 153 Needham Street, Newton, Massachusetts, on Thursday, December 8 at 9 am.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2016
Boston Ballet will break ground on Boston Ballet School's Newton Studio at 153 Needham Street, Newton, Massachusetts, on Thursday, December 8 at 9 am.
'THELMA BEE' Children's Author Erin Petti to Return to ImprovBoston
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2016
Fans of The Goonies, Goosebumps, and Coraline can now escape with The Peculiar Haunting of Thelma Bee. Its author Erin Petti will join the ImprovBoston Mainstage cast on December 8th for fast-paced games and hilarious scenes.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2016
Fans of The Goonies, Goosebumps, and Coraline can now escape with The Peculiar Haunting of Thelma Bee. Its author Erin Petti will join the ImprovBoston Mainstage cast on December 8th for fast-paced games and hilarious scenes.
SpeakEasy Stage Company Will Present HAND TO GOD This Winter
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
From January 6 to February 4, 2017, SpeakEasy Stage Company will proudly present the New England Premiere of HAND TO GOD, the devilishly smart new comedy about good and evil, sex and sin, written by Robert Askins.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
From January 6 to February 4, 2017, SpeakEasy Stage Company will proudly present the New England Premiere of HAND TO GOD, the devilishly smart new comedy about good and evil, sex and sin, written by Robert Askins.
Apollinaire Theatre Company to Stage Darkly Comic Sci-Fi Thriller BRILLIANT ADVENTURES
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
Apollinaire Theatre Company presents Brilliant Adventures by Alistair McDowall, a darkly comic sci-fi thriller of brotherhood, addiction and breaking the laws of physics.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
Apollinaire Theatre Company presents Brilliant Adventures by Alistair McDowall, a darkly comic sci-fi thriller of brotherhood, addiction and breaking the laws of physics.
Winter and Spring Events at Berkshire Theatre Group Announced
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire are excited to announce an exciting variety of musical acts set to perform at The Colonial Theatre this winter and spring.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire are excited to announce an exciting variety of musical acts set to perform at The Colonial Theatre this winter and spring.
Jacob's Pillow Announces 2017 Professional Advancement Programs
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
In the summer of 2017, The School at Jacob's Pillow, a world renowned center for professional dance training will present Professional Advancement Programs in Ballet, Contemporary, Musical Theatre Dance, and a Tap Program led by Michelle Dorrance.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
In the summer of 2017, The School at Jacob's Pillow, a world renowned center for professional dance training will present Professional Advancement Programs in Ballet, Contemporary, Musical Theatre Dance, and a Tap Program led by Michelle Dorrance.
Grand Rapids Symphony's Peter Kjome Appointed as Baltimore Symphony President And CEO
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
Grand Rapids Symphony President and CEO Peter Kjome, who has led the orchestra through its international search for a new Music Director as well as to the successful conclusion of its $40 million Legacy of Excellence Campaign, has been named the new President and CEO of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. He takes up new duties in Baltimore on Feb. 1, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
Grand Rapids Symphony President and CEO Peter Kjome, who has led the orchestra through its international search for a new Music Director as well as to the successful conclusion of its $40 million Legacy of Excellence Campaign, has been named the new President and CEO of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. He takes up new duties in Baltimore on Feb. 1, 2017.
BWW Review: GOING TO SEE THE KID in World Premiere at MRT
by Nancy Grossman - December 06, 2016
Merrimack Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Steven Drukman's GOING TO SEE THE KID, an homage to an icon of "Red Sox Nation." Two Boston Globe reporters journey to Florida to interview an aging and ailing Ted Williams, but learn more about working as a team from each other. It's a feel good, family friendly story that taps into the holiday spirit.
by Nancy Grossman - December 06, 2016
Merrimack Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Steven Drukman's GOING TO SEE THE KID, an homage to an icon of "Red Sox Nation." Two Boston Globe reporters journey to Florida to interview an aging and ailing Ted Williams, but learn more about working as a team from each other. It's a feel good, family friendly story that taps into the holiday spirit.
North Shore Civic Ballet Premieres 12 DANCERS DANCING... A CHRISTMAS IN CAMBRIDGE, 12/16
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2016
he North Shore Civic Ballet (NSCB) will premiere and present new work in the annual '12 Dancers Dancing...A Christmas in Cambridge'. The holiday event will be shown on December 16 and 17 at 8:00 p.m. at the Dance Complex, located at 536 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, Massachusetts, in the Julie Ince Thompson Theater. The program features new dance pieces presented by 18 area Boston dance companies. Original choreography and an array of dance styles and inspirational work will be shown.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2016
he North Shore Civic Ballet (NSCB) will premiere and present new work in the annual '12 Dancers Dancing...A Christmas in Cambridge'. The holiday event will be shown on December 16 and 17 at 8:00 p.m. at the Dance Complex, located at 536 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, Massachusetts, in the Julie Ince Thompson Theater. The program features new dance pieces presented by 18 area Boston dance companies. Original choreography and an array of dance styles and inspirational work will be shown.
Steven Barkhimer and Paula Plum to Star in WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at the Lyric Stage; Cast, Creatives Set!
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2016
The Lyric Stage Company of Boston announces cast & creative team for Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, directed by Scott Edmiston, running January 13 - February 12, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2016
The Lyric Stage Company of Boston announces cast & creative team for Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, directed by Scott Edmiston, running January 13 - February 12, 2016.
BWW Review: Book Passage for MURDER ON THE POLAR EXPRESS
by Nancy Grossman - December 05, 2016
The Gold Dust Orphans' 2016 Christmas show features "The World's Foremost Drag Detective" Shirley Holmes and her sidekick Dr. Jody Watley attempting to solve a series of mysterious deaths in Ryan Landry's MURDER ON THE POLAR EXPRESS. Directed by Larry Coen, it has an impressive roster of veterans and newcomers playing all of your favorite fictional Christmas characters, and a cameo appearance by Rhoda, the dog. Scott Martino's costumes are to-die-for, and Meredith Langton and the GlitterPuss Dancers kick up a (snow)storm.
by Nancy Grossman - December 05, 2016
The Gold Dust Orphans' 2016 Christmas show features "The World's Foremost Drag Detective" Shirley Holmes and her sidekick Dr. Jody Watley attempting to solve a series of mysterious deaths in Ryan Landry's MURDER ON THE POLAR EXPRESS. Directed by Larry Coen, it has an impressive roster of veterans and newcomers playing all of your favorite fictional Christmas characters, and a cameo appearance by Rhoda, the dog. Scott Martino's costumes are to-die-for, and Meredith Langton and the GlitterPuss Dancers kick up a (snow)storm.
American Repertory Theater to Stage TRANS SCRIPTS, PART I: THE WOMEN
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2016
The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Director Diane Quinn, will present Trans Scripts, Part I: The Women, written by Paul Lucas and directed by Jo Bonney. Performances begin on Thursday, January 19 and run through Sunday, February 5 at the Loeb Drama Center, 64 Brattle St, Cambridge.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2016
The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Director Diane Quinn, will present Trans Scripts, Part I: The Women, written by Paul Lucas and directed by Jo Bonney. Performances begin on Thursday, January 19 and run through Sunday, February 5 at the Loeb Drama Center, 64 Brattle St, Cambridge.
Academy Award Nominee Lindsay Crouse and Radio Personality Christopher Lydon Star in One Night Only Performance of A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2016
Gloucester Stage proudly presents a one-night only benefit performance of Dylan Thomas' moving holiday classic, A Child's Christmas in Wales.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2016
Gloucester Stage proudly presents a one-night only benefit performance of Dylan Thomas' moving holiday classic, A Child's Christmas in Wales.
Boston Gay Men's Chorus to Present JINGLE ALL THE WAY Holiday Concert of Reimagined Carols
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2016
Boston Gay Men's Chorus (BGMC) will present Jingle All the Way, a holiday concert of traditional carols reimagined, beloved classic Christmas songs, and contemporary works from Grammy-winning composer Craig Hella Johnson and others -- all wrapped up in BGMC's signature blend of class and camp.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2016
Boston Gay Men's Chorus (BGMC) will present Jingle All the Way, a holiday concert of traditional carols reimagined, beloved classic Christmas songs, and contemporary works from Grammy-winning composer Craig Hella Johnson and others -- all wrapped up in BGMC's signature blend of class and camp.
FPAC Presents Holiday Season Productions
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2016
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) celebrates the holidays with three festive productions. Ring in the season with Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet The Nutcracker, FPAC's original musical Humbug!, and A Glass Slipper Christmas, a holiday panto with a twist on the Cinderella fairy tale.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2016
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) celebrates the holidays with three festive productions. Ring in the season with Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet The Nutcracker, FPAC's original musical Humbug!, and A Glass Slipper Christmas, a holiday panto with a twist on the Cinderella fairy tale.
BWW Review: MURDER FOR TWO Asks Musical Questions
by Nancy Grossman - December 02, 2016
MURDER FOR TWO is a musical whodunit in its Boston premiere at Lyric Stage Company. A pair of versatile actors provide their own piano accompaniment and play a total of thirteen characters between them. Jared Troilo and Kirsten Salpini are a charming and energetic twosome who entertain with song, dance, and shtick.
by Nancy Grossman - December 02, 2016
MURDER FOR TWO is a musical whodunit in its Boston premiere at Lyric Stage Company. A pair of versatile actors provide their own piano accompaniment and play a total of thirteen characters between them. Jared Troilo and Kirsten Salpini are a charming and energetic twosome who entertain with song, dance, and shtick.
The 6th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival Returns: Nasty Women Strike Back!
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
The Boston One-Minute Play Festival (#1MPF) returns with a twist: the sixth annual festival will celebrate the works of all women-identified playwrights and directors, as part of 1MPF's National Women's Initiative. Boston joins New York, Minneapolis, Chicago, South Florida, and other cities including an all women-identified cohort of artists this season. The aim of this program is to get a cohort of women-identified theatremakers in the room, uphold the important themes, ideas, conversations, and dialogues that bubble up to the surface, and hold space for valuable community conversations.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
The Boston One-Minute Play Festival (#1MPF) returns with a twist: the sixth annual festival will celebrate the works of all women-identified playwrights and directors, as part of 1MPF's National Women's Initiative. Boston joins New York, Minneapolis, Chicago, South Florida, and other cities including an all women-identified cohort of artists this season. The aim of this program is to get a cohort of women-identified theatremakers in the room, uphold the important themes, ideas, conversations, and dialogues that bubble up to the surface, and hold space for valuable community conversations.
'THELMA BEE' Children's Author Erin Petti to Return to ImprovBoston
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
Fans of The Goonies, Goosebumps, and Coraline can now escape with The Peculiar Haunting of Thelma Bee. Its author Erin Petti will join the ImprovBoston Mainstage cast on December 8th for fast-paced games and hilarious scenes.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
Fans of The Goonies, Goosebumps, and Coraline can now escape with The Peculiar Haunting of Thelma Bee. Its author Erin Petti will join the ImprovBoston Mainstage cast on December 8th for fast-paced games and hilarious scenes.
OBERON Announces December - January Programming Featuring Sound Society, I.D. Festival, and More
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
OBERON, the American Repertory Theater's (A.R.T.) second stage and club theater venue on the fringe of Harvard Square, announces events to be presented at OBERON during December and January - including OBERON Presents, Visiting Artists, and Usual Suspects.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
OBERON, the American Repertory Theater's (A.R.T.) second stage and club theater venue on the fringe of Harvard Square, announces events to be presented at OBERON during December and January - including OBERON Presents, Visiting Artists, and Usual Suspects.
Phil Vassar Returns to Indian Ranch in 2017
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
Indian Ranch announced that Phil Vassar will return to Webster, MA on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. The announcement comes in conjunction with today's release of Phil's brand new album, American Soul.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
Indian Ranch announced that Phil Vassar will return to Webster, MA on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. The announcement comes in conjunction with today's release of Phil's brand new album, American Soul.
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