Anna Deavere Smith: Doing Time in Education, Now in Rehearsal at the A.R.T.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2016
Urgent and inspiring, Notes from the Field: Doing Time in Education outlines the civil rights crisis currently erupting at the intersection between America's education system and its mass incarceration epidemic. In act one, Anna Deavere Smith introduces the students, parents, teachers, and administrators caught in America's school-to-prison 'pipeline' through her trademark portrait performances.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2016
Urgent and inspiring, Notes from the Field: Doing Time in Education outlines the civil rights crisis currently erupting at the intersection between America's education system and its mass incarceration epidemic. In act one, Anna Deavere Smith introduces the students, parents, teachers, and administrators caught in America's school-to-prison 'pipeline' through her trademark portrait performances.
Americana Theatre Company to Stage GREASE, 7/7-23
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2016
Americana Theatre Company (ATC), Plymouth's professional theatre company, presents Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey's Grease, the 1950's rock musical, from July 7 to 23, on Thursdays at 7 pm and Fridays and Todays at 8 pm at The Spire Center for the Performing Arts, 25 ½ Court Street, Plymouth.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2016
Americana Theatre Company (ATC), Plymouth's professional theatre company, presents Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey's Grease, the 1950's rock musical, from July 7 to 23, on Thursdays at 7 pm and Fridays and Todays at 8 pm at The Spire Center for the Performing Arts, 25 ½ Court Street, Plymouth.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Presents SOME OF A THOUSAND WORDS and ARIAS Company next week
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival 2016 presents the second artistic collaboration of Wendy Whelan and Brian Brooks with live music by string quartet Brooklyn Rider in Some of a Thousand Words, July 27-31.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival 2016 presents the second artistic collaboration of Wendy Whelan and Brian Brooks with live music by string quartet Brooklyn Rider in Some of a Thousand Words, July 27-31.
Photo Flash: First Look at A YEAR WITH FROG & TOAD at Cape Rep's Outdoor Children's Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
Summer starts at Cape Rep's Outdoor Theater with Arnold Lobel's popular children's book characters brought to life in the funny and fun musical, A Year with Frog & Toad. On Tuesdays & Wednesdays now through August 31. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
Summer starts at Cape Rep's Outdoor Theater with Arnold Lobel's popular children's book characters brought to life in the funny and fun musical, A Year with Frog & Toad. On Tuesdays & Wednesdays now through August 31. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Cape Rep Theatre to Present HAIRSPRAY This August
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
Cape Rep Theatre is proud to present the Tony Award winning Broadway musical Hairspray, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman; based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters, August 3rd thru September 3rd: Tuesdays thru Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays August 14, 21 & 28 at 2 pm.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
Cape Rep Theatre is proud to present the Tony Award winning Broadway musical Hairspray, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman; based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters, August 3rd thru September 3rd: Tuesdays thru Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays August 14, 21 & 28 at 2 pm.
Brendan Hughes Returns to Harbor Stage Company
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
The Harbor Stage Company, Cape Cod's artist-run theater by the sea, is very proud to welcome back the visionary writer, director, and tastemaker Brendan Hughes, for a one-night only presentation of his comic lecture, The Pizzicato Effect. Equal parts TED Talk, stand-up routine, and 21st-century tilting at windmills, the lecture deploys visual diagrams, intangible theories, and preposterous arcana in what Hughes describers as "a valiant attempt to double-click on the Universe".
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
The Harbor Stage Company, Cape Cod's artist-run theater by the sea, is very proud to welcome back the visionary writer, director, and tastemaker Brendan Hughes, for a one-night only presentation of his comic lecture, The Pizzicato Effect. Equal parts TED Talk, stand-up routine, and 21st-century tilting at windmills, the lecture deploys visual diagrams, intangible theories, and preposterous arcana in what Hughes describers as "a valiant attempt to double-click on the Universe".
BWW Review: OF MICE AND MEN Amazes at Monomoy
by Kristen Morale - July 21, 2016
Never having seen this on stage but having read the novella some time ago, at the time acknowledging it as one of the most memorable stories I have ever read, seeing Steinbeck's words and emotions transposed on stage by the Monomoy Theatre, bringing to the life this simultaneously sad and touchingly hopeful plot by such talented individuals, really made the impact of Of Mice and Men that much stronger. In my opinion, it enhances this plot to the extent of it being particularly memorable for some time to come for all who are fortunate enough to see this production.
by Kristen Morale - July 21, 2016
Never having seen this on stage but having read the novella some time ago, at the time acknowledging it as one of the most memorable stories I have ever read, seeing Steinbeck's words and emotions transposed on stage by the Monomoy Theatre, bringing to the life this simultaneously sad and touchingly hopeful plot by such talented individuals, really made the impact of Of Mice and Men that much stronger. In my opinion, it enhances this plot to the extent of it being particularly memorable for some time to come for all who are fortunate enough to see this production.
Brian Dennehy Conducts Master Class For Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Fest
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival is excited to announce that Brian Dennehy, one of America's foremost actors, acclaimed for interpreting complex characters on stage and screen, will be sharing his expertise in a Master Acting Class during this year's festival: Beyond Success: Tennessee Williams and Eugene O'Neill.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival is excited to announce that Brian Dennehy, one of America's foremost actors, acclaimed for interpreting complex characters on stage and screen, will be sharing his expertise in a Master Acting Class during this year's festival: Beyond Success: Tennessee Williams and Eugene O'Neill.
Electric Youth Set for Free Summer Concerts in Norfolk and Franklin
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
Following a three-and-a-half week summer concert tour of Austria and Italy, Electric Youth (EY) will perform two free outdoor concerts today, July 21, at 6:30 p.m. at Norfolk Town Hill and on Wednesday, July 27, at 6 p.m. on Franklin Town Common.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
Following a three-and-a-half week summer concert tour of Austria and Italy, Electric Youth (EY) will perform two free outdoor concerts today, July 21, at 6:30 p.m. at Norfolk Town Hill and on Wednesday, July 27, at 6 p.m. on Franklin Town Common.
UNEXPECTED JOY Musical Makes World Premiere Tonight at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater presents the world premiere of UNEXPECTED JOY, starring Sally Mayes, Lacretta, Michele Duffy, and Charity Farrell.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2016
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater presents the world premiere of UNEXPECTED JOY, starring Sally Mayes, Lacretta, Michele Duffy, and Charity Farrell.
The Yard Presents Reggie Wilson/Fist and Heel Performance Group
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
CITIZEN Monday, August 8, 2016 at 7PM at the MV High School Performing Arts Center (PAC) in Oak Bluffs. Tickets: $35 (General); $20 (Seniors/Students/Military); $5 (Children under 12).
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
CITIZEN Monday, August 8, 2016 at 7PM at the MV High School Performing Arts Center (PAC) in Oak Bluffs. Tickets: $35 (General); $20 (Seniors/Students/Military); $5 (Children under 12).
ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK's Annie Golden to Lead Joe Iconis' BROADWAY BOUNTY HUNTER at Barrington Stage
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, Mass., has announced the Musical Theatre Lab world premiere new musical, Broadway Bounty Hunter, running from August 12 through September 4, 2016. The Press Opening is August 19 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, Mass., has announced the Musical Theatre Lab world premiere new musical, Broadway Bounty Hunter, running from August 12 through September 4, 2016. The Press Opening is August 19 at 7:30pm.
WAM Theatre Raises Funds for THE BAKELITE MASTERPIECE, Educational Programs
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
Thunderstorms rumbled through Richmond in the afternoon, but by 6:30 pm it was a picture perfect Berkshire evening on Thursday, July 14. Jugglers and a brass band welcomed the supporters of WAM Theatre as they packed the bucolic grounds of Hilltop Orchards in Richmond to celebrate and support the company's seventh season at the company's successful Stars in the Orchards Benefit Night.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
Thunderstorms rumbled through Richmond in the afternoon, but by 6:30 pm it was a picture perfect Berkshire evening on Thursday, July 14. Jugglers and a brass band welcomed the supporters of WAM Theatre as they packed the bucolic grounds of Hilltop Orchards in Richmond to celebrate and support the company's seventh season at the company's successful Stars in the Orchards Benefit Night.
Photo Coverage: Barrington Stage Company Announces The Creation Of The Wolfson Theater Center
by Stephen Sorokoff - July 20, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd and Managing Director Tristan Wilson, announced the creation of The Wolfson Theater Center, at 122 North Street, Pittsfield, MA. and Broadwayworld was there. The center is made possible through a generous gift from Jessie and Bernard Wolfson, and will serve as the center of BSC operations. Renovations on the building are set to begin in August 2016, with the administrative offices set to relocate in November 2016. BSC's current office space, known as Octagon House (58 Union Street), will be converted into company housing. A.J. Schnopp Jr. Construction Inc., of Dalton, MA, will be the general contractor.
by Stephen Sorokoff - July 20, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd and Managing Director Tristan Wilson, announced the creation of The Wolfson Theater Center, at 122 North Street, Pittsfield, MA. and Broadwayworld was there. The center is made possible through a generous gift from Jessie and Bernard Wolfson, and will serve as the center of BSC operations. Renovations on the building are set to begin in August 2016, with the administrative offices set to relocate in November 2016. BSC's current office space, known as Octagon House (58 Union Street), will be converted into company housing. A.J. Schnopp Jr. Construction Inc., of Dalton, MA, will be the general contractor.
BWW Blog: Michael Hartung - Photos Make Tech Week Look So Glamorous
by Guest Blogger: Michael Hartung - July 20, 2016
You guys. Today our day off. I don't know if I've ever been more thankful to not have to set an alarm in the morning. Granted, I'll be honest in saying that's not the first time I've ever uttered those words, but it's been a long week of tech and previews here at PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Barrington Stage. As I write this, I am sitting outside in a rocking chair (how Berkshires of me, I know), sucking on a Manuka honey lozenge (my dressing-room-mate, Alex Gibson turned me on to them...he's so fancy) and sipping on a nice glass of water. That is how long of a week it's been! So long that I'm drinking water instead of whiskey and about to make myself an Epsom salt bath.
by Guest Blogger: Michael Hartung - July 20, 2016
You guys. Today our day off. I don't know if I've ever been more thankful to not have to set an alarm in the morning. Granted, I'll be honest in saying that's not the first time I've ever uttered those words, but it's been a long week of tech and previews here at PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Barrington Stage. As I write this, I am sitting outside in a rocking chair (how Berkshires of me, I know), sucking on a Manuka honey lozenge (my dressing-room-mate, Alex Gibson turned me on to them...he's so fancy) and sipping on a nice glass of water. That is how long of a week it's been! So long that I'm drinking water instead of whiskey and about to make myself an Epsom salt bath.
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Starring Will Swenson, Opens Tonight at Barrington Stage
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director JuliAnne Boyd and Managing Director TriStan Wilson, presents Gilbert & Sullivan's THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, starring Will Swenson as 'The Pirate King.'
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director JuliAnne Boyd and Managing Director TriStan Wilson, presents Gilbert & Sullivan's THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, starring Will Swenson as 'The Pirate King.'
The Yard Presents Sandglass Theater; Family Friendly Matinee of PUNSCHI
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016
Two second generation performers and puppeteers present their children's entertainment program, Punschi, featuring hand puppets, a miniature circus, and music that is fun for the whole family. The performance consists of two pieces originally conceived by Ines Zeller Bass, Co-founder of Sandglass Theater, now performed by her daughters, Jana Zeller and Shoshana Bass.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016
Two second generation performers and puppeteers present their children's entertainment program, Punschi, featuring hand puppets, a miniature circus, and music that is fun for the whole family. The performance consists of two pieces originally conceived by Ines Zeller Bass, Co-founder of Sandglass Theater, now performed by her daughters, Jana Zeller and Shoshana Bass.
Barrington Stage to Begin Renovations on New Wolfson Theater Center This August
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd and Managing Director Tristan Wilson, announced today the creation of The Wolfson Theater Center, at 122 North Street, Pittsfield, MA.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd and Managing Director Tristan Wilson, announced today the creation of The Wolfson Theater Center, at 122 North Street, Pittsfield, MA.
Photo Coverage: Fyvush Finkel Plays Mr. Finn's Cabaret
by Stephen Sorokoff - July 19, 2016
Fyvush Finkel returned to Mr. Finn's Cabaret at Barrington Stage Company last night and Broadwayworld was there.
by Stephen Sorokoff - July 19, 2016
Fyvush Finkel returned to Mr. Finn's Cabaret at Barrington Stage Company last night and Broadwayworld was there.
Chester Theatre Company and WAM Theatre Partner for Free Reading
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Chester Theatre Company and WAM Theatre are pleased to announce they will be partnering for a free reading of Lauren Gunderson's smart, sly play The Revolutionists, directed by WAM Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven. The reading will take place Thursday, July 28 at 2 p.m. in the intimate setting of Chester's Historic Town Hall, 15 Middlefield Road in Chester, MA. There will be a talkback following the reading.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Chester Theatre Company and WAM Theatre are pleased to announce they will be partnering for a free reading of Lauren Gunderson's smart, sly play The Revolutionists, directed by WAM Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven. The reading will take place Thursday, July 28 at 2 p.m. in the intimate setting of Chester's Historic Town Hall, 15 Middlefield Road in Chester, MA. There will be a talkback following the reading.
THE MAY QUEEN at The Cape Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
The May Queen, the sassy, new office comedy, has its Cape Playhouse premiere as the fourth play in in the historic theatre's 90th anniversary season. Directed by Amanda Charlton, it plays a two week engagement, July 26 - August 6; press night is set for Tuesday, July 26 at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
The May Queen, the sassy, new office comedy, has its Cape Playhouse premiere as the fourth play in in the historic theatre's 90th anniversary season. Directed by Amanda Charlton, it plays a two week engagement, July 26 - August 6; press night is set for Tuesday, July 26 at 7:30 pm.
2016 Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair Set for Back Bay This October
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
The annual fall gathering for booklovers, the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair, will return to the Hynes Convention Center in Boston's beautiful Back Bay, October 28-30, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
The annual fall gathering for booklovers, the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair, will return to the Hynes Convention Center in Boston's beautiful Back Bay, October 28-30, 2016.
Matthew Morrison Joins Broadway at Town Hall Concert Series in Provincetown on August 7th
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Matthew Morrison has been nominated for a Tony Award for "Light in the Piazza" and Emmy and Golden Globe Awards for his starring role in the hit TV series "Glee." He will make his anticipated concert debut in the critically acclaimed Broadway @ Town Hall series, at Provincetown's Town Hall on Sunday, August 7 at 6:30 PM, with Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky as pianist and host. The Broadway @ Town Hall concert series will help raise funds for the Tyler Clementi Foundation. For tickets and information, visit www.ptownarthouse.com, or call 800-838-3006.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Matthew Morrison has been nominated for a Tony Award for "Light in the Piazza" and Emmy and Golden Globe Awards for his starring role in the hit TV series "Glee." He will make his anticipated concert debut in the critically acclaimed Broadway @ Town Hall series, at Provincetown's Town Hall on Sunday, August 7 at 6:30 PM, with Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky as pianist and host. The Broadway @ Town Hall concert series will help raise funds for the Tyler Clementi Foundation. For tickets and information, visit www.ptownarthouse.com, or call 800-838-3006.
Photo Flash: First Look at Maureen Keiller and Will Lyman in OH GOD
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) and Israeli Stage are proud to partner in presenting the Regional Premiere of Oh God by Anat Gov at the historic Town Hall,15 Middlefield Road in Chester, MA, from July 14 through July 24, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Chester Theatre Company (CTC) and Israeli Stage are proud to partner in presenting the Regional Premiere of Oh God by Anat Gov at the historic Town Hall,15 Middlefield Road in Chester, MA, from July 14 through July 24, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW REVIEW: Tamara Tunie in AMERICAN SON at Barrington Stage Company
by Justin J Sacramone - July 17, 2016
Kendra Ellis-Connor is living every mother's worst nightmare. Her son is missing. It's now four o'clock in the morning and she's at the police station trying to get answers. The officer working the nightshift is useless, her ex-husband isn't picking up his phone and the speculations are beginning to consume her. Her son's disappearance and the station's lack of information raise questions. Kendra has a hunch why. Both she and her son are black. American Son, a new play by Christopher Demos-Brown which ran at the Barrington Stage Company from June 17 through July 9, 2016 is a turbulent parable of America's systemic racism.
by Justin J Sacramone - July 17, 2016
Kendra Ellis-Connor is living every mother's worst nightmare. Her son is missing. It's now four o'clock in the morning and she's at the police station trying to get answers. The officer working the nightshift is useless, her ex-husband isn't picking up his phone and the speculations are beginning to consume her. Her son's disappearance and the station's lack of information raise questions. Kendra has a hunch why. Both she and her son are black. American Son, a new play by Christopher Demos-Brown which ran at the Barrington Stage Company from June 17 through July 9, 2016 is a turbulent parable of America's systemic racism.
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