GAME OF SILENCE Star Michael Raymond-James to Lead BTG's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group announces casting for Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, with TV and Film actor, Michael Raymond-James as Brick. Neil Genzlinger (New York Times) suggests that Raymond-James is 'scary good," in NBC's new series Game of Silence, adding that he 'injects a sense of ominous unpredictability into this well-made revenge thriller." In addition, Michael Raymond-James has appeared in hit shows such as, True Blood and Once Upon a Time, as well as the feature films, Black Snake Moan with Justin Timberlake, and Jack Reacher with Tom Cruise.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group announces casting for Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, with TV and Film actor, Michael Raymond-James as Brick. Neil Genzlinger (New York Times) suggests that Raymond-James is 'scary good," in NBC's new series Game of Silence, adding that he 'injects a sense of ominous unpredictability into this well-made revenge thriller." In addition, Michael Raymond-James has appeared in hit shows such as, True Blood and Once Upon a Time, as well as the feature films, Black Snake Moan with Justin Timberlake, and Jack Reacher with Tom Cruise.
Actors' Shakespeare Project Names Kim Dawson as Executive Producer
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2016
Actors' Shakespeare Project (ASP), the Somerville-based itinerant theater company, currently finishing its 12th season (opening Sheridan's comedy The School for Scandal this week), announced it has named Kimberly Dawson as permanent Executive Producer, effective immediately.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2016
Actors' Shakespeare Project (ASP), the Somerville-based itinerant theater company, currently finishing its 12th season (opening Sheridan's comedy The School for Scandal this week), announced it has named Kimberly Dawson as permanent Executive Producer, effective immediately.
BWW Review: MR. BURNS...Static Electricity
by Nancy Grossman - April 14, 2016
MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY defends the thesis that storytelling and making theater may be of great value in times of crisis, but goes awry with its repetitious retelling of an episode of THE SIMPSONS. Director A. Nora Long, a creative design team, and strong acting performances are not enough to put a charge in playwright Anne Washburn's work.
by Nancy Grossman - April 14, 2016
MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY defends the thesis that storytelling and making theater may be of great value in times of crisis, but goes awry with its repetitious retelling of an episode of THE SIMPSONS. Director A. Nora Long, a creative design team, and strong acting performances are not enough to put a charge in playwright Anne Washburn's work.
2016 Breaking Ground Festival Kicks Off This April at Huntington
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2016
The Huntington Theatre Company's 2016 Breaking Ground festival of new plays will be held April 14 - 17 at the Huntington's home for new work, the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2016
The Huntington Theatre Company's 2016 Breaking Ground festival of new plays will be held April 14 - 17 at the Huntington's home for new work, the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA.
New England Premiere of Kurt Vonnegut's GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER to Open at Cape Cod Community College
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2016
While the remarkable and long awaited New England Premier of Kurt Vonnegut's 'God Bless You Mr. Rosewater,' is just a few short weeks away from being played out on Cape Cod Community College's Tilden Arts Center Main Stage.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2016
While the remarkable and long awaited New England Premier of Kurt Vonnegut's 'God Bless You Mr. Rosewater,' is just a few short weeks away from being played out on Cape Cod Community College's Tilden Arts Center Main Stage.
CSC2 to Stage A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Babson
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC), resident theatre at Babson College, announces A Midsummer Night's Dream as the second production by the CSC2 company, an ensemble of young professional actors in residence with CSC for the 2016 season. Directed by CSC Associate Director Adam Sanders, community performances (90 minutes) will be held Friday, May 6, 8:00 pm; and Saturday, May 7 at 3:00 pm (sold-out school matinees May 4 - 10) at the Carling-Sorenson Theatre at Babson College, 231 Forest Street, Wellesley. Tickets to community performances are $20 and general admission. For more information, visit commshakes.org or call OvationTix customer at 866-811-4111.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC), resident theatre at Babson College, announces A Midsummer Night's Dream as the second production by the CSC2 company, an ensemble of young professional actors in residence with CSC for the 2016 season. Directed by CSC Associate Director Adam Sanders, community performances (90 minutes) will be held Friday, May 6, 8:00 pm; and Saturday, May 7 at 3:00 pm (sold-out school matinees May 4 - 10) at the Carling-Sorenson Theatre at Babson College, 231 Forest Street, Wellesley. Tickets to community performances are $20 and general admission. For more information, visit commshakes.org or call OvationTix customer at 866-811-4111.
2016 IRNE Awards Winners Announced - THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, Jessie Mueller in WAITRESS, Abby Mueller in BEAUTIFUL and More!
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
The 20th Annual Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE) Awards were held on April 11 at the Holiday Inn Boston/Brookline. Founded by Beverly Creasey of the Journal Newspapers and Larry Stark of the TheaterMirror in 1997, the IRNE Awards recognize the extraordinary wealth of talent in the Boston theatre community.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
The 20th Annual Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE) Awards were held on April 11 at the Holiday Inn Boston/Brookline. Founded by Beverly Creasey of the Journal Newspapers and Larry Stark of the TheaterMirror in 1997, the IRNE Awards recognize the extraordinary wealth of talent in the Boston theatre community.
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at NSMT's 2016 Season - FUNNY GIRL, MARY POPPINS and More!
by Christina Mancuso - April 13, 2016
North Shore Music Theatre announces its 2016 musicals including FUNNY GIRL, MARY POPPINS, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT, WEST SIDE STORY, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. All individual tickets, 5-Show Subscriptions, 3-Show Trio Packs, 6 Ticket Flex Passes and Gift Certificates are on sale now.
by Christina Mancuso - April 13, 2016
North Shore Music Theatre announces its 2016 musicals including FUNNY GIRL, MARY POPPINS, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT, WEST SIDE STORY, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. All individual tickets, 5-Show Subscriptions, 3-Show Trio Packs, 6 Ticket Flex Passes and Gift Certificates are on sale now.
Actors' Shakespeare Project's THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
Actors' Shakespeare Project closes its record-breaking season with Richard Brinsley Sheridan's clever comedy of manners THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL, directed by Resident Acting Company member Paula Plum with adaptation by RAC member Steven Barkhimer. The show runs tonight, April 13, through May 8, 2016, at Multicultural Arts Center, 41 2nd Street, Cambridge.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
Actors' Shakespeare Project closes its record-breaking season with Richard Brinsley Sheridan's clever comedy of manners THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL, directed by Resident Acting Company member Paula Plum with adaptation by RAC member Steven Barkhimer. The show runs tonight, April 13, through May 8, 2016, at Multicultural Arts Center, 41 2nd Street, Cambridge.
BWW Review: THREESOME at Apollinaire Theatre Company Pulls No Punches
by Nancy Grossman - April 11, 2016
THREESOME blends the personal and the political, as well as comedy and drama, in a powerful and provocative multi-layered story. Artistic Director Danielle Fauteux Jacques pulls no punches and spurs her trio of actors (Alison Meirowitz McCarthy, Mauro Canepa, Geoff Van Wyck) to bravely deliver raw performances.
by Nancy Grossman - April 11, 2016
THREESOME blends the personal and the political, as well as comedy and drama, in a powerful and provocative multi-layered story. Artistic Director Danielle Fauteux Jacques pulls no punches and spurs her trio of actors (Alison Meirowitz McCarthy, Mauro Canepa, Geoff Van Wyck) to bravely deliver raw performances.
Boston Theater Marathon XVIII to be Held in May
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
Boston Playwrights' Theatre (BPT) presents the 18th annual Boston Theater Marathon and the eighth year of The Warm-Up Laps. This year's Boston Theater Marathon features 50 ten-minute plays, by 52 New England playwrights, produced by 50 New England theatres in ten hours.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
Boston Playwrights' Theatre (BPT) presents the 18th annual Boston Theater Marathon and the eighth year of The Warm-Up Laps. This year's Boston Theater Marathon features 50 ten-minute plays, by 52 New England playwrights, produced by 50 New England theatres in ten hours.
Shakespeare & Company to Celebrate The Bard's Birthday This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
Shakespeare festivals around the globe are paying homage to the world's greatest playwright with yearlong celebrations marking the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death. Shakespeare & Company is proud to join this worldwide movement, and will kick off the 2016 Performance Season with a Shakespeare 400 Bard Birthday Celebration. Please join us in the Tina Packer Playhouse on Saturday, April 23 at 7pm, for the Northeast Regional Tour of Shakespeare's Macbeth followed by a post-show reception, with birthday cake.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
Shakespeare festivals around the globe are paying homage to the world's greatest playwright with yearlong celebrations marking the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death. Shakespeare & Company is proud to join this worldwide movement, and will kick off the 2016 Performance Season with a Shakespeare 400 Bard Birthday Celebration. Please join us in the Tina Packer Playhouse on Saturday, April 23 at 7pm, for the Northeast Regional Tour of Shakespeare's Macbeth followed by a post-show reception, with birthday cake.
MIRROR, MIRROR Student Production to Play The Unicorn Theatre, 4/14-15
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group welcomes the student-run, student-acted production Mirror, Mirror directed by high school student Caroline Sprague at The Unicorn Theatre this Thursday, April 14 at 7pm and Friday, April 15 at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group welcomes the student-run, student-acted production Mirror, Mirror directed by high school student Caroline Sprague at The Unicorn Theatre this Thursday, April 14 at 7pm and Friday, April 15 at 7pm.
Winthrop Playmakers to Present THE SHADOW BOX, 4/21-24
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
The Winthrop Playmakers will present the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize for Drama winning play, 'The Shadow Box' by Michael Cristofer, April 21 - 24, 2016. As directed by Nicholas Raponi, this powerful production is being performed at Memorial Hall at Winthrop High School, which will be reconfigured to an intimate black box space onstage. The Winthrop Playmakers are also spotlighting three local organizations associated with topics faced by the families in the play: AIDS Action Committee, Survivors by the Sea, and the Winthrop Council on Aging/Senior Center.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2016
The Winthrop Playmakers will present the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize for Drama winning play, 'The Shadow Box' by Michael Cristofer, April 21 - 24, 2016. As directed by Nicholas Raponi, this powerful production is being performed at Memorial Hall at Winthrop High School, which will be reconfigured to an intimate black box space onstage. The Winthrop Playmakers are also spotlighting three local organizations associated with topics faced by the families in the play: AIDS Action Committee, Survivors by the Sea, and the Winthrop Council on Aging/Senior Center.
BWW Review: Let the Youth Be Told in APA's New Hit SOCIAL SECURITY
by Kristen Morale - April 11, 2016
There are quite a few advantages of getting old, despite what many people may believe: the well-worn worries of youth are whisked away in the leveled way more mature people live their lives, self-dictated rules and personal boundaries are set as people come into their own and emotions are at bay as people gradually accept and even embrace the monotone way in which their lives are lived. Youth can still be kept alive and may even be sought after, but that shouldn't be too strenuous a task, right? Ha, no. After seeing the workings of the Academy of Performing Art's newest production of Social Security, where insecurities run rampant, youth is a perpetual theme in hilarious unforeseen ways and basically nothing is secure, the irony of this show's title alone is bound to excite and surprise anyone one believes that youth cannot be rekindled in the old at heart.
by Kristen Morale - April 11, 2016
There are quite a few advantages of getting old, despite what many people may believe: the well-worn worries of youth are whisked away in the leveled way more mature people live their lives, self-dictated rules and personal boundaries are set as people come into their own and emotions are at bay as people gradually accept and even embrace the monotone way in which their lives are lived. Youth can still be kept alive and may even be sought after, but that shouldn't be too strenuous a task, right? Ha, no. After seeing the workings of the Academy of Performing Art's newest production of Social Security, where insecurities run rampant, youth is a perpetual theme in hilarious unforeseen ways and basically nothing is secure, the irony of this show's title alone is bound to excite and surprise anyone one believes that youth cannot be rekindled in the old at heart.
BWW Review: Tom Stoppard's ARCADIA at Central Square Theatre
by Justin J Sacramone - April 10, 2016
Presidential candidates are not the only ones taking to the debate stage these days. In Tom Stoppard's Arcadia, characters stand and challenge each other, far more diplomatically than our friends running for higher office, on a long list of mathematical, scientific, and philosophical theories. Characters with strong conviction passionately defending those convictions can make for the type of thought-provoking theatre that stays with you long after curtain call.
by Justin J Sacramone - April 10, 2016
Presidential candidates are not the only ones taking to the debate stage these days. In Tom Stoppard's Arcadia, characters stand and challenge each other, far more diplomatically than our friends running for higher office, on a long list of mathematical, scientific, and philosophical theories. Characters with strong conviction passionately defending those convictions can make for the type of thought-provoking theatre that stays with you long after curtain call.
Newton Mayor's Office for Cultural Affairs Presents NEWTON DANCE CONCERT on 5/22
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2016
The City of Newton, is presenting the Newton City Dance Concert, a program of dance companies based in Newton. Participating groups include CreationDance, directed by Helena Froehlich, Dance Currents Inc., directed by Kathy Hassinger, Selmadanse, directed by Joanie Block, and Thaillai Fine Arts Academy, directed by Sunanda Narayanan. This second annual event will present dances which were not seen last year, and will include a number of premiers. Joanie Block and Kathy Hassinger are co-chairs of the event.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2016
The City of Newton, is presenting the Newton City Dance Concert, a program of dance companies based in Newton. Participating groups include CreationDance, directed by Helena Froehlich, Dance Currents Inc., directed by Kathy Hassinger, Selmadanse, directed by Joanie Block, and Thaillai Fine Arts Academy, directed by Sunanda Narayanan. This second annual event will present dances which were not seen last year, and will include a number of premiers. Joanie Block and Kathy Hassinger are co-chairs of the event.
BWW Review: CAN YOU FORGIVE HER? World Premiere at Huntington Theatre Company
by Nancy Grossman - April 09, 2016
Gina Gionfriddo and Peter DuBois team up once again to present the world premiere of her latest play, CAN YOU FORGIVE HER? The playwright's trademark dark humor is on display and performed to a high standard by a stellar cast of five.
by Nancy Grossman - April 09, 2016
Gina Gionfriddo and Peter DuBois team up once again to present the world premiere of her latest play, CAN YOU FORGIVE HER? The playwright's trademark dark humor is on display and performed to a high standard by a stellar cast of five.
FSPA Ensembles to Perform at Disney World Later This Month
by Louisa Brady - April 09, 2016
Twenty-nine local students from the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will travel to Walt Disney World during the April school break to perform for Disney audiences and participate in master classes with Disney performers, choreographers and directors. This is FSPA's 21st year of Disney performances as part of the Disney Performing Arts Program.
by Louisa Brady - April 09, 2016
Twenty-nine local students from the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will travel to Walt Disney World during the April school break to perform for Disney audiences and participate in master classes with Disney performers, choreographers and directors. This is FSPA's 21st year of Disney performances as part of the Disney Performing Arts Program.
Dark Day Players to Present LATE NIGHT LECTURE SERIES at Harvard University
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2016
The Dark Day Players will present LATE NIGHT LECTURE SERIES at Harvard University today, April 9th at 9 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2016
The Dark Day Players will present LATE NIGHT LECTURE SERIES at Harvard University today, April 9th at 9 p.m.
MATT & BEN, Written by Mindy Kaling & Brenda Withers, to Transfer to Davis Square Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2016
LL Production Company's production of Matt & Ben, written by Mindy Kaling (The Office) and Brenda Withers, is moving to Davis Square Theatre this spring. After a continuous sold out run at The Riot Theatre in Jamaica Plain, Matt & Ben will play to the larger theater at 255 Elm Street in Somerville on April 8th and 9th at 10pm. Finally Bostonians will have an answer to the question on everyone's mind: 'How did Matt Damon and Ben Affleck write the screenplay for Good Will Hunting?' It fell from the sky, of course!
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2016
LL Production Company's production of Matt & Ben, written by Mindy Kaling (The Office) and Brenda Withers, is moving to Davis Square Theatre this spring. After a continuous sold out run at The Riot Theatre in Jamaica Plain, Matt & Ben will play to the larger theater at 255 Elm Street in Somerville on April 8th and 9th at 10pm. Finally Bostonians will have an answer to the question on everyone's mind: 'How did Matt Damon and Ben Affleck write the screenplay for Good Will Hunting?' It fell from the sky, of course!
Former MRT Producing Director Dan Schay Dies at 63
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
Former artistic leader of Merrimack Repertory Theatre Daniel Schay, 63, passed away yesterday, April 7. Schay was the Producing Director of MRT from 1982 through 1989. At the time of his death, Schay was the Executive Director of Theater Works in Peoria, AZ. In honor of Schay's work with MRT, the company will be dedicating their production of "Home of the Brave" to Schay.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
Former artistic leader of Merrimack Repertory Theatre Daniel Schay, 63, passed away yesterday, April 7. Schay was the Producing Director of MRT from 1982 through 1989. At the time of his death, Schay was the Executive Director of Theater Works in Peoria, AZ. In honor of Schay's work with MRT, the company will be dedicating their production of "Home of the Brave" to Schay.
A.R.T. & OBERON to Present the TEAM's ROOSEVELVIS
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) and OBERON are pleased to present the TEAM's RoosevElvis, created by Rachel Chavkin, Libby King, Jake Margolin, and Kristein Sieh with Matt Hubbs, Andrew Schneider, and Nick Vaughan, directed by Rachel Chavkin. The production runs May 6-29 at OBERON, 2 Arrow Street, Cambridge.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) and OBERON are pleased to present the TEAM's RoosevElvis, created by Rachel Chavkin, Libby King, Jake Margolin, and Kristein Sieh with Matt Hubbs, Andrew Schneider, and Nick Vaughan, directed by Rachel Chavkin. The production runs May 6-29 at OBERON, 2 Arrow Street, Cambridge.
Boston University Tanglewood Institute Sets 50th Anniversary Programming
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
Boston University Tanglewood Institute (BUTI)-one of the premiere summer training programs for aspiring high school and early college-age musicians-announced its 50th Anniversary events today. The 2016 BUTI summer season, which will take place at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA, June 20-August 13, features expanded concert programming; a new Opera Intensive featuring two full-length performances of Die Fledermaus; a 50th Anniversary Celebration Concert highlighting alumni and featuring new commissions; a new Visiting Artist Residency Program with composer Nico Muhly and pianist Simone Dinnerstein; workshops led by distinguished performers and teachers from Boston University and the Boston Symphony Orchestra including new workshops in violin, viola, and cello; and rich programs of learning and performance. Led by Executive Director Hilary Field Respass, BUTI is the only program of its kind associated with one of the world's great symphony orchestras, the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
Boston University Tanglewood Institute (BUTI)-one of the premiere summer training programs for aspiring high school and early college-age musicians-announced its 50th Anniversary events today. The 2016 BUTI summer season, which will take place at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA, June 20-August 13, features expanded concert programming; a new Opera Intensive featuring two full-length performances of Die Fledermaus; a 50th Anniversary Celebration Concert highlighting alumni and featuring new commissions; a new Visiting Artist Residency Program with composer Nico Muhly and pianist Simone Dinnerstein; workshops led by distinguished performers and teachers from Boston University and the Boston Symphony Orchestra including new workshops in violin, viola, and cello; and rich programs of learning and performance. Led by Executive Director Hilary Field Respass, BUTI is the only program of its kind associated with one of the world's great symphony orchestras, the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Apollinaire Theatre's THREESOME Begins Today
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
Apollinaire Theatre Company presents THREESOME by Yussef El Guindi, directed by Danielle Fauteux Jacques and featuring Alison Meirowitz, Mauro Canepa and Geoff Van Wyck.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2016
Apollinaire Theatre Company presents THREESOME by Yussef El Guindi, directed by Danielle Fauteux Jacques and featuring Alison Meirowitz, Mauro Canepa and Geoff Van Wyck.
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