THE LAST SHIP's Dawn Cantwell and More Set for Boston Theater Company's 2nd Birthday Benefit Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2015
Boston Theater Company celebrates its second birthday tonight, December 8 (doors 7:30pm perf. 8pm) with a benefit concert, FROM BROADWAY TO BOSTON, featuring special guest Dawn Cantwell, seen in Sting's Broadway musical THE LAST SHIP.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2015
Boston Theater Company celebrates its second birthday tonight, December 8 (doors 7:30pm perf. 8pm) with a benefit concert, FROM BROADWAY TO BOSTON, featuring special guest Dawn Cantwell, seen in Sting's Broadway musical THE LAST SHIP.
New Yorker Cartoonist Roz Chast to Speak at New Repertory Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2015
New Repertory Theatre presents the special Spotlight Symposium: 'Can't We Talk about Something More Pleasant? An Evening with Cartoonist Roz Chast,' Monday, April 11, 2016 at 7:30pm in the Charles Mosesian Theater at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2015
New Repertory Theatre presents the special Spotlight Symposium: 'Can't We Talk about Something More Pleasant? An Evening with Cartoonist Roz Chast,' Monday, April 11, 2016 at 7:30pm in the Charles Mosesian Theater at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA.
BWW Review: Gold Dust Orphans Wish You A LITTLE ORPHAN TRANNY CHRISTMAS
by Nancy Grossman - December 07, 2015
Ryan Landry taps into political and cultural hot topics for the Gold Dust Orphans' new holiday extravaganza. Everyone's favorite villainess Mrs. Grinchley returns, but she has competition from Whitey Bulger and Donald Trump for the most evil character in A LITTLE ORPHAN TRANNY CHRISTMAS. The mash-up of ANNIE and GREY GARDENS is ripe for hysterical situations, great singing and dancing, and the usual caution about leaving the children at home.
by Nancy Grossman - December 07, 2015
Ryan Landry taps into political and cultural hot topics for the Gold Dust Orphans' new holiday extravaganza. Everyone's favorite villainess Mrs. Grinchley returns, but she has competition from Whitey Bulger and Donald Trump for the most evil character in A LITTLE ORPHAN TRANNY CHRISTMAS. The mash-up of ANNIE and GREY GARDENS is ripe for hysterical situations, great singing and dancing, and the usual caution about leaving the children at home.
Halalisa Singers to Perform 'Over the Sea to Skye: Songs from Celtic Lands' in January
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2015
The Halalisa Singers, a world music vocal ensemble presents Over the Sea to Skye: Songs from Celtic Lands, on Saturday, January 9, 8:00 pm, at First Parish in Lexington, 7 Harrington Road, and on Sunday January 10, 3 pm at Memorial Church, 26 Concord Road, Sudbury. The ensemble is led by Artistic Director Mary Cunningham and accompanied by Trevor Berens, piano; Ellery Klein, fiddle; Linda LaSalle, harp; and Berit Strong, guitar.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2015
The Halalisa Singers, a world music vocal ensemble presents Over the Sea to Skye: Songs from Celtic Lands, on Saturday, January 9, 8:00 pm, at First Parish in Lexington, 7 Harrington Road, and on Sunday January 10, 3 pm at Memorial Church, 26 Concord Road, Sudbury. The ensemble is led by Artistic Director Mary Cunningham and accompanied by Trevor Berens, piano; Ellery Klein, fiddle; Linda LaSalle, harp; and Berit Strong, guitar.
5th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival Lineup Announced
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2015
The One-Minute Play Festival (Dominic D'Andrea, Producing Artistic Director & Caitlin Wees, Associate Producer), Boston Public Works Theater Company (John Greiner-Ferris, Producer), and Boston Playwrights' Theatre (Kate Snodgrass, Artistic Director) continue their dynamic annual partnership for The 5th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival, with part of the proceeds to benefit new play programing and artist funding at Boston Public Works Theater Company and Boston Playwrights' Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2015
The One-Minute Play Festival (Dominic D'Andrea, Producing Artistic Director & Caitlin Wees, Associate Producer), Boston Public Works Theater Company (John Greiner-Ferris, Producer), and Boston Playwrights' Theatre (Kate Snodgrass, Artistic Director) continue their dynamic annual partnership for The 5th Annual Boston One-Minute Play Festival, with part of the proceeds to benefit new play programing and artist funding at Boston Public Works Theater Company and Boston Playwrights' Theatre.
FPAC Presents THE NUTCRACKER This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2015
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) proudly presents The Nutcracker, bringing special guest artists, world-class musicians and more than 100 area dancers to one suburban stage. FPAC invites audiences to fall under Drosselmeyer's dreamy spell and join Clara and her Nutcracker Prince on a journey full of surprises and wonder. A popular holiday tradition for more than two decades, The Nutcracker remains a highly anticipated and treasured part of the FPAC season. Set to Tchaikovsky's beloved score, the timeless ballet delights the imaginations of audiences young and old with festive magic and colorful splendor. FPAC presents The Nutcracker today, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 6 at 2 p.m. at the Franklin High School auditorium, 218 Oak Street, in Franklin.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2015
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) proudly presents The Nutcracker, bringing special guest artists, world-class musicians and more than 100 area dancers to one suburban stage. FPAC invites audiences to fall under Drosselmeyer's dreamy spell and join Clara and her Nutcracker Prince on a journey full of surprises and wonder. A popular holiday tradition for more than two decades, The Nutcracker remains a highly anticipated and treasured part of the FPAC season. Set to Tchaikovsky's beloved score, the timeless ballet delights the imaginations of audiences young and old with festive magic and colorful splendor. FPAC presents The Nutcracker today, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 6 at 2 p.m. at the Franklin High School auditorium, 218 Oak Street, in Franklin.
2015 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards Update - Marc Geller, Toni Graca Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 04, 2015
Voting has opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Boston Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 27th. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.
by BWW Special Coverage - December 04, 2015
Voting has opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Boston Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 27th. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.
SALUTE TO VIENNA New Year's Concert Coming to Boston
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Celebrate the ageless beauty of Viennese music at Symphony Hall's 4th New Year's Concert. Be swept away by the romance of Strauss waltzes - including the Blue Danube, and melodies from operettas. Enjoy a star-studded European cast of singers, beautifully costumed dancers and the Strauss Symphony of America, conducted by Hungarian conductor Andras Deak.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Celebrate the ageless beauty of Viennese music at Symphony Hall's 4th New Year's Concert. Be swept away by the romance of Strauss waltzes - including the Blue Danube, and melodies from operettas. Enjoy a star-studded European cast of singers, beautifully costumed dancers and the Strauss Symphony of America, conducted by Hungarian conductor Andras Deak.
Tenor Fred VanNess Featured in Reagle Music Theatre's CHRISTMASTIME Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Tenor Fred C. VanNess, Jr. of Beverly, MA will perform as a featured soloist in Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston's musical production CHRISTMASTIME from tonight, December 4-13, 2015 at the Robinson Theatre (617 Lexington St. Waltham, MA, 02452).
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2015
Tenor Fred C. VanNess, Jr. of Beverly, MA will perform as a featured soloist in Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston's musical production CHRISTMASTIME from tonight, December 4-13, 2015 at the Robinson Theatre (617 Lexington St. Waltham, MA, 02452).
THE LAST SHIP's Dawn Cantwell and More Set for Boston Theater Company's 2nd Birthday Benefit
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
Boston Theater Company celebrates its second birthday on Tuesday, December 8 (doors 7:30pm perf. 8pm) with a benefit concert, FROM BROADWAY TO BOSTON, featuring special guest Dawn Cantwell, seen in Sting's Broadway musical THE LAST SHIP.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
Boston Theater Company celebrates its second birthday on Tuesday, December 8 (doors 7:30pm perf. 8pm) with a benefit concert, FROM BROADWAY TO BOSTON, featuring special guest Dawn Cantwell, seen in Sting's Broadway musical THE LAST SHIP.
WHAT to Present Community Reading of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, 12/19
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
Celebrate the holiday through the joy of sharing a classic story, read aloud by friends and neighbors. Inspired by the Moby-Dick Big Read at Plymouth University, UK, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT) invites members of the community to read Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL on December 19 at 2pm on the theater's Julie Harris Stage.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
Celebrate the holiday through the joy of sharing a classic story, read aloud by friends and neighbors. Inspired by the Moby-Dick Big Read at Plymouth University, UK, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT) invites members of the community to read Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL on December 19 at 2pm on the theater's Julie Harris Stage.
Benjamin Evett, Isabel Keating and Jeffrey Binder to Lead THE WHITE CHIP at Merrimack Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
The first of three world premieres scheduled in Merrimack Repertory Theatre's 2015-16 Season is set to open early next month. THE WHITE CHIP is a dark comedy about the science of addiction written by Sean Daniels, MRT's Artistic Director and is based on his own struggles with alcoholism and path to recovery. The autobiographical story will be produced with a creative team that features an impressive list of artists who have many Broadway credits and a total of seven Tony Award nominations and one win between them.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
The first of three world premieres scheduled in Merrimack Repertory Theatre's 2015-16 Season is set to open early next month. THE WHITE CHIP is a dark comedy about the science of addiction written by Sean Daniels, MRT's Artistic Director and is based on his own struggles with alcoholism and path to recovery. The autobiographical story will be produced with a creative team that features an impressive list of artists who have many Broadway credits and a total of seven Tony Award nominations and one win between them.
BWW Review: Laura Nyro's Music Carries On
by Nancy Grossman - December 03, 2015
ONE CHILD BORN: THE MUSIC OF LAURA NYRO is a one-woman cabaret style show that can only be called a labor of love. Co-written by Louis Greenstein and its star Kate Ferber, it grew out of Ferber's own adoration of Nyro since childhood and blossomed into a genuine tribute by including testimonials from a variety of fictional "Nyrotics" whose lives were impacted by the late singer-songwriter.
by Nancy Grossman - December 03, 2015
ONE CHILD BORN: THE MUSIC OF LAURA NYRO is a one-woman cabaret style show that can only be called a labor of love. Co-written by Louis Greenstein and its star Kate Ferber, it grew out of Ferber's own adoration of Nyro since childhood and blossomed into a genuine tribute by including testimonials from a variety of fictional "Nyrotics" whose lives were impacted by the late singer-songwriter.
imaginary beasts to Stage New Take on THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
Hold onto your hats! imaginary beasts sweeps into town like a cyclone this January with a tale full of magic and wonder when they refashion an American classic into a fantasy of technicolor proportions!
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2015
Hold onto your hats! imaginary beasts sweeps into town like a cyclone this January with a tale full of magic and wonder when they refashion an American classic into a fantasy of technicolor proportions!
BWW Review: Tune in to Christmas on the Radio at Stoneham and Merrimack Rep
by Nancy Grossman - December 02, 2015
In a departure from traditional seasonal fare, two local theater companies are bringing us back to the simpler days of yesteryear, staging live radio productions of Christmas shows set in the 1940s. Stoneham Theatre offers the frothy, musical bagatelle CHRISTMAS ON THE AIR while Merrimack Repertory Theatre presents an adaptation of the holiday film classic, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY. Replete with evocative sound effects and on-air commercial messages, both plays invite audience participation for applause and a range of emotional reactions, to replicate a live studio broadcast.
by Nancy Grossman - December 02, 2015
In a departure from traditional seasonal fare, two local theater companies are bringing us back to the simpler days of yesteryear, staging live radio productions of Christmas shows set in the 1940s. Stoneham Theatre offers the frothy, musical bagatelle CHRISTMAS ON THE AIR while Merrimack Repertory Theatre presents an adaptation of the holiday film classic, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY. Replete with evocative sound effects and on-air commercial messages, both plays invite audience participation for applause and a range of emotional reactions, to replicate a live studio broadcast.
Keith Lockhart Talks Christmas at the Boston Pops
by Joseph F. Panarello - December 02, 2015
At this time of the year children all over the world are in a state of excitement. Of course they're all eager for Santa to visit leaving them toys and other gifts, but there are the lights, the animated store windows, the promise of ice skating and the wonderful sounds of Christmas carols in the air. It all puts the wonder in the eyes of the younger ones.
by Joseph F. Panarello - December 02, 2015
At this time of the year children all over the world are in a state of excitement. Of course they're all eager for Santa to visit leaving them toys and other gifts, but there are the lights, the animated store windows, the promise of ice skating and the wonderful sounds of Christmas carols in the air. It all puts the wonder in the eyes of the younger ones.
Matthew Morrison to Perform at American Repertory Theater's Annual Gala
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2015
The American Repertory Theater announced today the details for its annual gala Boundless, to be held on Monday, February 29, 2016 at the Citi Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont Street, Boston.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2015
The American Repertory Theater announced today the details for its annual gala Boundless, to be held on Monday, February 29, 2016 at the Citi Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont Street, Boston.
Tir Na Productions Presents RETURN OF THE WINEMAKER: AN IRISH CHRISTMAS COMEDY, Now thru 12/20
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2015
The townspeople are panicking. The village winemaker has announced that He's leaving town, and He also happens to be the son of God. Contrary to popular belief, Jesus Christ was not born in Bethlehem, but rather the small Irish village of Ballygoura in County Galway.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2015
The townspeople are panicking. The village winemaker has announced that He's leaving town, and He also happens to be the son of God. Contrary to popular belief, Jesus Christ was not born in Bethlehem, but rather the small Irish village of Ballygoura in County Galway.
BCAP/BPT's EXPOSED Opens Next Week
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
The Boston Center for American Performance (BCAP) and Boston Playwrights' Theatre (BPT) co-production of Robert Brustein's political satire Exposed opens next week.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
The Boston Center for American Performance (BCAP) and Boston Playwrights' Theatre (BPT) co-production of Robert Brustein's political satire Exposed opens next week.
WAM Theatre's New Girls Ensemble to Perform, 12/11
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
The public is invited to a free performance by WAM Theatre's new Girls Ensemble on Friday, December 11, 2015 at 7pm in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
The public is invited to a free performance by WAM Theatre's new Girls Ensemble on Friday, December 11, 2015 at 7pm in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox.
Gloucester Stage to Present EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (AND THEN SOME!)
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents the holiday comedy, Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) by Michael Carleton, Jim FitzGerald and John K. Alvarez with original music by Will Knapp from December 3 through December 20 at Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents the holiday comedy, Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) by Michael Carleton, Jim FitzGerald and John K. Alvarez with original music by Will Knapp from December 3 through December 20 at Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER Returns to Citi Shubert Theatre This Week
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
After becoming an instant holiday hit in Boston in a sell-out engagement last season, an original television Christmas classic comes to life again as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical returns to the Citi Performing Arts Shubert Theatre stage, playing this week, December 1 - 6 for 13 performances.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015
After becoming an instant holiday hit in Boston in a sell-out engagement last season, an original television Christmas classic comes to life again as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical returns to the Citi Performing Arts Shubert Theatre stage, playing this week, December 1 - 6 for 13 performances.
FPAC to Host 'TIS THE SEASON Holiday Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2015
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents 'Tis the Season!, an upbeat, jazzy extravaganza featuring members of the Kenny Hadley Big Band, with contemporary arrangements of favorite holiday classics in musical styles ranging from R&B, Motown and gospel to pop, jazz and Broadway. Performances are Saturday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 20 at 2 p.m. at the Franklin High School auditorium, 218 Oak Street. First staged by FPAC in 1995, 'Tis the Season! returns with a large cast of area performers to entertain audiences with great merriment, fanfare and fun. Musical arrangements include Andy Williams' "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" and "Happy Holiday," Quincy Jones' sensational version of the "Hallelujah Chorus," songs from several popular television holiday specials, and many surprises.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2015
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents 'Tis the Season!, an upbeat, jazzy extravaganza featuring members of the Kenny Hadley Big Band, with contemporary arrangements of favorite holiday classics in musical styles ranging from R&B, Motown and gospel to pop, jazz and Broadway. Performances are Saturday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 20 at 2 p.m. at the Franklin High School auditorium, 218 Oak Street. First staged by FPAC in 1995, 'Tis the Season! returns with a large cast of area performers to entertain audiences with great merriment, fanfare and fun. Musical arrangements include Andy Williams' "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" and "Happy Holiday," Quincy Jones' sensational version of the "Hallelujah Chorus," songs from several popular television holiday specials, and many surprises.
Reagle's CHRISTMASTIME Opens Next Friday
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2015
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will present the beloved musical extravaganza ChristmasTime from December 4-13, 2015 at the Robinson Theatre (617 Lexington St. Waltham, MA, 02452).
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2015
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will present the beloved musical extravaganza ChristmasTime from December 4-13, 2015 at the Robinson Theatre (617 Lexington St. Waltham, MA, 02452).
Photo Flash: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Fiddlehead Theatre Co.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2015
Fiddlehead Theatre Company will continue its groundbreaking 21st season with the enchanting fable Disney's The Little Mermaid for an extended run of nine performances from November 27-Dec ember 6, 2015 at The Strand Theatre (543 Columbia Road, Dorchester, MA). BroadwayWorld has photos from the show below!
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2015
Fiddlehead Theatre Company will continue its groundbreaking 21st season with the enchanting fable Disney's The Little Mermaid for an extended run of nine performances from November 27-Dec ember 6, 2015 at The Strand Theatre (543 Columbia Road, Dorchester, MA). BroadwayWorld has photos from the show below!
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