The Black Box to Present Live Music Series Event
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2015
THE BLACK BOX, downtown Franklin's new theater, music and event venue, presents a wide-ranging lineup of live music entertainment this November. Events are slated to feature concerts in genres ranging from classical, jazz and pop to Southern rock, cabaret and children's programming.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2015
THE BLACK BOX, downtown Franklin's new theater, music and event venue, presents a wide-ranging lineup of live music entertainment this November. Events are slated to feature concerts in genres ranging from classical, jazz and pop to Southern rock, cabaret and children's programming.
Huntington Premieres WICKED Book Writer Winnie Holzman's New Play CHOICE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2015
The Huntington Theatre Company presents the world premiere of CHOICE by award-winning playwright Winnie Holzman and directed by Sheryl Kaller (Next Fall on Broadway). The play officially opens tonight, October 28, and continues through November 15, 2015 at the South End / Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2015
The Huntington Theatre Company presents the world premiere of CHOICE by award-winning playwright Winnie Holzman and directed by Sheryl Kaller (Next Fall on Broadway). The play officially opens tonight, October 28, and continues through November 15, 2015 at the South End / Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA.
Tir Na Productions to Present RETURN OF THE WINEMAKER: AN IRISH CHRISTMAS COMEDY, 12/2-20
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 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 - October 27, 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.
Steve Solomon to Bring Holiday Comedy to Regent Theatre, 12/9-20
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2015
The time of year when families gather for reunions, dinners and parties also means the funniest family function around. Peter Fogel arrives in Boston for two weeks only, December 9 to December 20, 2015 in Steve Solomon's 'My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm Home for the Holidays!," playing at the historic Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA.
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2015
The time of year when families gather for reunions, dinners and parties also means the funniest family function around. Peter Fogel arrives in Boston for two weeks only, December 9 to December 20, 2015 in Steve Solomon's 'My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm Home for the Holidays!," playing at the historic Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA.
Photo Flash: First Look at SpeakEasy Stage Company's CASA VALENTINA
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
SpeakEasy Stage Company presents Harvey Fierstein's CASA VALENTINA, directed by Scott Edmiston in its New England premiere, running now through November 21, 2015. Opening night is set for tomorrow, October 27, 2015. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
SpeakEasy Stage Company presents Harvey Fierstein's CASA VALENTINA, directed by Scott Edmiston in its New England premiere, running now through November 21, 2015. Opening night is set for tomorrow, October 27, 2015. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Moonbox Productions to Present BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, 11/20-12/12
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Moonbox Productions, nominated for numerous IRNE and Elliot Norton Awards, is thrilled to present Neil Simon's beloved romantic comedy, Barefoot in the Park, November 20th - December 12th at the Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Theatre, 539 Tremont Street, Boston. Performances are Thursdays at 7:30 pm, Fridays/Saturdays at 8 pm, Sat/Sun matinees 2 pm. Tickets are $35/$30 ($15 student rush ½ hour prior to performance) available at bostontheatrescene.com or by calling 617-933-8600. (*Press performances Saturday November 21 at 8pm and Sunday November 22 at 2pm.)
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Moonbox Productions, nominated for numerous IRNE and Elliot Norton Awards, is thrilled to present Neil Simon's beloved romantic comedy, Barefoot in the Park, November 20th - December 12th at the Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Theatre, 539 Tremont Street, Boston. Performances are Thursdays at 7:30 pm, Fridays/Saturdays at 8 pm, Sat/Sun matinees 2 pm. Tickets are $35/$30 ($15 student rush ½ hour prior to performance) available at bostontheatrescene.com or by calling 617-933-8600. (*Press performances Saturday November 21 at 8pm and Sunday November 22 at 2pm.)
WAM Theatre's HOLY LAUGHTER Opens 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Previews for WAM Theatre's mainstage production of Holy Laughter by Catherine Trieshmann start on Thursday, October 29 and run through Saturday, October 31 at 7:30 pm at the Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center at 36 Linden Street in Pittsfield. Tickets for preview performances are just $18. This developmental workshop production officially opens at the 2 pm performance on Sunday, November 1, and continues performances Fridays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 2 & 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2 pm through November 22. The production is recommended for ages 13 and up.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Previews for WAM Theatre's mainstage production of Holy Laughter by Catherine Trieshmann start on Thursday, October 29 and run through Saturday, October 31 at 7:30 pm at the Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center at 36 Linden Street in Pittsfield. Tickets for preview performances are just $18. This developmental workshop production officially opens at the 2 pm performance on Sunday, November 1, and continues performances Fridays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 2 & 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2 pm through November 22. The production is recommended for ages 13 and up.
Lindsay Crouse to Star in Gloucester Stage's LOVE LETTERS Benefit Performance
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents a one-night only benefit performance of A.R. Gurney's funny and touching modern classic Love Letters starring Gloucester Stage favorites: Academy Award nominee and Gloucester resident Lindsay Crouse, and star of 2015's Sweet and Sad Joel Colodner on November 1 at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents a one-night only benefit performance of A.R. Gurney's funny and touching modern classic Love Letters starring Gloucester Stage favorites: Academy Award nominee and Gloucester resident Lindsay Crouse, and star of 2015's Sweet and Sad Joel Colodner on November 1 at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
A MIGHTY LOVE: A TRIBUTE TO MIGHTY SAM MCCLAIN Comes to Regent Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2015
A Tribute to Mighty Sam McClain is an evening to remember and celebrate the life and music of Mighty Sam McClain, who died at age 71 in June 2015. The fundraiser to benefit homelessness (an issue near and dear to Sam's heart) is set for the Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA on Saturday, Nov 28 at 7:00 PM, the Sat. after Thanksgiving.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2015
A Tribute to Mighty Sam McClain is an evening to remember and celebrate the life and music of Mighty Sam McClain, who died at age 71 in June 2015. The fundraiser to benefit homelessness (an issue near and dear to Sam's heart) is set for the Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA on Saturday, Nov 28 at 7:00 PM, the Sat. after Thanksgiving.
Boston International Kids Film Festival Nov 6-8 at Seaport World Trade Center
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2015
The Boston International Kids Film Festival (BIKFF), now in its third year is taking place November 6-8, 2015 at the Seaport World Trade Center. Designed for moviegoers of all ages, the festival will showcase features, shorts and student-made films from around the world. This year's comedies, fantasies, and documentaries will cover tough topics with extraordinary sensitivity and imagination.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2015
The Boston International Kids Film Festival (BIKFF), now in its third year is taking place November 6-8, 2015 at the Seaport World Trade Center. Designed for moviegoers of all ages, the festival will showcase features, shorts and student-made films from around the world. This year's comedies, fantasies, and documentaries will cover tough topics with extraordinary sensitivity and imagination.
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater's 'THRILL ME' Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2015
Closing their 2015 theater season, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT) presents Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story, with book, music and lyrics by Stephen Doginoff. Thrill Me is a musical theatrical event that recounts the chilling, true story of the legendary duo who committed one of the most infamous and heinous crimes of the twentieth century. Focusing on their obsessive relationship and utilizing Leopold's 1958 parole hearing as a framework, Thrill Me reveals the series of events in 1924 Chicago that led about-to-be law students Leopold and Loeb to be forever remembered as 'the thrill killers.' Thrill Me runs tonight, October 24 through November 8 at WHAT.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2015
Closing their 2015 theater season, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT) presents Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story, with book, music and lyrics by Stephen Doginoff. Thrill Me is a musical theatrical event that recounts the chilling, true story of the legendary duo who committed one of the most infamous and heinous crimes of the twentieth century. Focusing on their obsessive relationship and utilizing Leopold's 1958 parole hearing as a framework, Thrill Me reveals the series of events in 1924 Chicago that led about-to-be law students Leopold and Loeb to be forever remembered as 'the thrill killers.' Thrill Me runs tonight, October 24 through November 8 at WHAT.
BWW REVIEWS: DRY LAND and I AND YOU Delve Deeply into Teen Anguish
by Jan Nargi - October 23, 2015
Unwanted pregnancy and terminal illness haunt the flinty girls at the center of two gritty new plays by playwrights Ruby Rae Spiegel and Lauren Gunderson now receiving their New England premieres at Company One in Boston and Merrimack Rep in Lowell.
by Jan Nargi - October 23, 2015
Unwanted pregnancy and terminal illness haunt the flinty girls at the center of two gritty new plays by playwrights Ruby Rae Spiegel and Lauren Gunderson now receiving their New England premieres at Company One in Boston and Merrimack Rep in Lowell.
Tickets to Huntington Theatre Company's MILK LIKE SUGAR Now on Sale
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Tickets are now on sale online, by phone, and in person for Huntington Playwriting Fellow Kirsten Greenidge's Obie Award-winning Milk Like Sugar, playing January 29, 2016 - February 27, 2016 in the Roberts Studio Theatre at the Huntington's Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA and directed by Huntington Associate Producer M. Bevin O'Gara (Becoming Cuba).
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Tickets are now on sale online, by phone, and in person for Huntington Playwriting Fellow Kirsten Greenidge's Obie Award-winning Milk Like Sugar, playing January 29, 2016 - February 27, 2016 in the Roberts Studio Theatre at the Huntington's Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA and directed by Huntington Associate Producer M. Bevin O'Gara (Becoming Cuba).
Last Call! One Week Left to Nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 23, 2015
Last call! ??This is your last chance to nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW Special Coverage - October 23, 2015
Last call! ??This is your last chance to nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Boston Public Works Theater Company to Stage HARD AND FAST, Opening 11/20
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Boston Public Works Theater Company will present Hard and Fast: a love story by Jess Foster as its first show of its second season. The full-length play will open on November 20, 2015 and continue through to December 5, 2015 at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA (539 Tremont Street, South End, Boston, MA). Tickets from $15-$25 are on sale through BostonTheatreScene.com (617-933-8600) or visit BostonPublicWorks.org.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Boston Public Works Theater Company will present Hard and Fast: a love story by Jess Foster as its first show of its second season. The full-length play will open on November 20, 2015 and continue through to December 5, 2015 at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA (539 Tremont Street, South End, Boston, MA). Tickets from $15-$25 are on sale through BostonTheatreScene.com (617-933-8600) or visit BostonPublicWorks.org.
Tickets to PIPPIN at Boston Opera House on Sale 10/25
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Broadway in Boston has announced that tickets for the highly anticipated upcoming engagement of PIPPIN will go on sale to the public this Sunday, October 25th. Following its acclaimed run at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA this captivating new production comes straight from Broadway where it won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Musical Revival. PIPPIN will play a limited two week run at the Boston Opera House February 2 - 14, 2016 as part of the 2015-2016 Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Broadway in Boston has announced that tickets for the highly anticipated upcoming engagement of PIPPIN will go on sale to the public this Sunday, October 25th. Following its acclaimed run at the American Repertory Theatre in Cambridge, MA this captivating new production comes straight from Broadway where it won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Musical Revival. PIPPIN will play a limited two week run at the Boston Opera House February 2 - 14, 2016 as part of the 2015-2016 Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
BabsonARTS Presents ETHEL's DOCUMERICA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
A meditation on America's relationship to our land, our resources, and ourselves, BabsonARTS will present ETHEL's Documerica, a multimedia concert that melds multiple screen video projections with original music by some of today's top composers and performed with electrifying virtuosity by the indie-classical quartet ETHEL, tonight, October 23, 8 p.m. at Carling-Sorenson Theater 213 Forest Street at Babson College. Tickets are $25 general admission, Babson Faculty/Staff: $10, and college students: $5. For more information visit babsonarts.org or call OvationTix at 866-811-4111.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
A meditation on America's relationship to our land, our resources, and ourselves, BabsonARTS will present ETHEL's Documerica, a multimedia concert that melds multiple screen video projections with original music by some of today's top composers and performed with electrifying virtuosity by the indie-classical quartet ETHEL, tonight, October 23, 8 p.m. at Carling-Sorenson Theater 213 Forest Street at Babson College. Tickets are $25 general admission, Babson Faculty/Staff: $10, and college students: $5. For more information visit babsonarts.org or call OvationTix at 866-811-4111.
Berkshire Theatre Group to Welcome The Wailers in February
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Berkshire Theatre Group presents legendary reggae band The Wailers at The Colonial Theatre on Sunday, February 14 at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Berkshire Theatre Group presents legendary reggae band The Wailers at The Colonial Theatre on Sunday, February 14 at 8pm.
Gloucester Stage Presents World Premiere of A MEASURE OF NORMALCY, Now thru 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents the world premiere of Lucas Baisch's A Measure of Normalcy from tonight, October 22 through November 1 at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents the world premiere of Lucas Baisch's A Measure of Normalcy from tonight, October 22 through November 1 at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
Photo Flash: First Look at Fiddlehead Theatre's WEST SIDE STORY
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2015
Fiddlehead Theatre Company, the resident theatre company of Boston's historic Strand Theatre, opens the company's 21st season with the classic WEST SIDE STORY, now through October 25, 2015. The finest talents direct from the Broadway revival and national and international tours of WEST SIDE STORY bring this masterwork to life on the Strand Stage. The production is costumed and directed by Stacey Stephens, with the original choreography recreated by Wendy Hall, and music director Charles Peltz directs a 22-piece orchestra bringing Bernstein's music to life. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2015
Fiddlehead Theatre Company, the resident theatre company of Boston's historic Strand Theatre, opens the company's 21st season with the classic WEST SIDE STORY, now through October 25, 2015. The finest talents direct from the Broadway revival and national and international tours of WEST SIDE STORY bring this masterwork to life on the Strand Stage. The production is costumed and directed by Stacey Stephens, with the original choreography recreated by Wendy Hall, and music director Charles Peltz directs a 22-piece orchestra bringing Bernstein's music to life. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
FPAC's THE ADDAMS FAMILY Opens This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2015
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents the hit musical comedy, The Addams Family, on October 24 at 7:30 p.m., October 25 at 2:00 p.m., and October 30 at 7:30 p.m., with two shows on October 31 at 2:00 and 8:30. Celebrate a bewitching holiday with a performance before or after Trick or Treating on Halloween; audiences are invited to come dressed in costume, and prizes will be awarded. Part of FPAC's 25th anniversary season, The Addams Family will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, the company's new home and performance venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2015
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents the hit musical comedy, The Addams Family, on October 24 at 7:30 p.m., October 25 at 2:00 p.m., and October 30 at 7:30 p.m., with two shows on October 31 at 2:00 and 8:30. Celebrate a bewitching holiday with a performance before or after Trick or Treating on Halloween; audiences are invited to come dressed in costume, and prizes will be awarded. Part of FPAC's 25th anniversary season, The Addams Family will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, the company's new home and performance venue, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.
Celebrity Series of Boston to Present AN EVENING OF POETRY, 11/21
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2015
(Boston) Celebrity Series of Boston will present poet Billy Collins and singer-songwriter Aimee Mann on Saturday, November 21, 2015, at 8:00pm at Sanders Theatre, Memorial Hall, Harvard University, 45 Quincy Street, Cambridge.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2015
(Boston) Celebrity Series of Boston will present poet Billy Collins and singer-songwriter Aimee Mann on Saturday, November 21, 2015, at 8:00pm at Sanders Theatre, Memorial Hall, Harvard University, 45 Quincy Street, Cambridge.
WAM Theatre Sets HOLY LAUGHTER Events
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2015
As usual, WAM Theatre is offering a variety of audience enrichment events in conjunction with their fall MainStage production. This year's events include a lobby display featuring this year's beneficiaries, talkbacks with the cast and design team and a writing workshop on comedy with the playwright.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2015
As usual, WAM Theatre is offering a variety of audience enrichment events in conjunction with their fall MainStage production. This year's events include a lobby display featuring this year's beneficiaries, talkbacks with the cast and design team and a writing workshop on comedy with the playwright.
Gloucester Stage to Present World Premiere of A MEASURE OF NORMALCY, 10/22-11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents the world premiere of Lucas Baisch's A Measure of Normalcy from October 22 through November 1 at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2015
Gloucester Stage proudly presents the world premiere of Lucas Baisch's A Measure of Normalcy from October 22 through November 1 at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
BWW Review: David Sedaris Brings a Little Night Mirth to Symphony Hall
by Nancy Grossman - October 16, 2015
David Sedaris makes his 11th appearance with the Celebrity Series of Boston, performing before a packed audience at Symphony Hall. His program adheres to a routine format, but there is nothing routine about the subject matter and content of Sedaris' writing, except for the irony, sarcasm and guaranteed mirth it promises.
by Nancy Grossman - October 16, 2015
David Sedaris makes his 11th appearance with the Celebrity Series of Boston, performing before a packed audience at Symphony Hall. His program adheres to a routine format, but there is nothing routine about the subject matter and content of Sedaris' writing, except for the irony, sarcasm and guaranteed mirth it promises.
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