Boston Public Works Unveils Second Season
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2015
For its second season, Boston Public Works Theater Company will present three original plays by member playwrights of the playwright-centric company. All three productions will be produced at the Boston Center for the Arts in the heart of Boston's cultural and arts-centric South End.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2015
For its second season, Boston Public Works Theater Company will present three original plays by member playwrights of the playwright-centric company. All three productions will be produced at the Boston Center for the Arts in the heart of Boston's cultural and arts-centric South End.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Winthrop Playmakers' THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2015
'Let's do the time warp AGAIN!' Back by popular demand and sold out performances last season, the Winthrop Playmakers present a brand new production of Richard O'Brien's 'The Rocky Horror Show' October 8 - 10 and 15 - 17. See the cult classic alive on stage and experience this tale of madness, sex, and rock 'n' roll like never you have before. Directed by Nicholas Raponi and with musical direction by Chris Roppola, this all new production of 'The Rocky Horror Show' features a cast of seventeen Boston-area Transylvanians who invite you into Dr. Frank-n-Furter's laboratory to hear favorite songs like 'Time Warp' 'Damnit Janet' 'Sweet Transvestite' and more.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2015
'Let's do the time warp AGAIN!' Back by popular demand and sold out performances last season, the Winthrop Playmakers present a brand new production of Richard O'Brien's 'The Rocky Horror Show' October 8 - 10 and 15 - 17. See the cult classic alive on stage and experience this tale of madness, sex, and rock 'n' roll like never you have before. Directed by Nicholas Raponi and with musical direction by Chris Roppola, this all new production of 'The Rocky Horror Show' features a cast of seventeen Boston-area Transylvanians who invite you into Dr. Frank-n-Furter's laboratory to hear favorite songs like 'Time Warp' 'Damnit Janet' 'Sweet Transvestite' and more.
Gloucester Stage Extends BLUE
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2015
Due to overwhelming demand Gloucester Stage has extended the New England Premiere of Israel Horovitz's Gloucester Blue through Sunday, October 11. Originally scheduled to close on Sunday, October 3, the additional performances are: Sunday, October 4 at 2pm; Wednesday, October 7 through Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 pm and Saturday October 10 and Sunday October 11at 2pm at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2015
Due to overwhelming demand Gloucester Stage has extended the New England Premiere of Israel Horovitz's Gloucester Blue through Sunday, October 11. Originally scheduled to close on Sunday, October 3, the additional performances are: Sunday, October 4 at 2pm; Wednesday, October 7 through Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 pm and Saturday October 10 and Sunday October 11at 2pm at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
BWW Review: Get Happy at GLOUCESTER BLUE
by Nancy Grossman - September 27, 2015
Gloucester Stage Company presents the New England Premiere of GLOUCESTER BLUE, written and directed by Founding Artistic Director Israel Horovitz. The latest in a series of Gloucester-based plays, this dark, funny play pits a pair of blue collar painters from The Fort section of town against a couple of tony one-percenters from Eastern Point. Esme Allen, Francisco Solorzano, Robert Walsh, and Lewis D. Wheeler pull out all the thrills and comedy along the twisty, turning road to a surprise ending.
by Nancy Grossman - September 27, 2015
Gloucester Stage Company presents the New England Premiere of GLOUCESTER BLUE, written and directed by Founding Artistic Director Israel Horovitz. The latest in a series of Gloucester-based plays, this dark, funny play pits a pair of blue collar painters from The Fort section of town against a couple of tony one-percenters from Eastern Point. Esme Allen, Francisco Solorzano, Robert Walsh, and Lewis D. Wheeler pull out all the thrills and comedy along the twisty, turning road to a surprise ending.
FSPA Hosts Audition Workshop Today
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2015
Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Director Raye Lynn Mercer will lead a How to Audition Workshop today, September 26 from 3-4:30 p.m. in the school's Recital Hall at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin. The workshop is open to the community.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2015
Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Director Raye Lynn Mercer will lead a How to Audition Workshop today, September 26 from 3-4:30 p.m. in the school's Recital Hall at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin. The workshop is open to the community.
Reagle Presents A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2015
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will present a tribute to the genius of Rodgers & Hammerstein with the return of A Grand Night for Singing, this weekend, September 26-27 at the Robinson Theater (617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452).
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2015
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will present a tribute to the genius of Rodgers & Hammerstein with the return of A Grand Night for Singing, this weekend, September 26-27 at the Robinson Theater (617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452).
BWW Review: Huntington Theatre Company's Glamorous A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
by Nancy Grossman - September 25, 2015
The genius of Stephen Sondheim is on display in Huntington Theatre Company's production of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, and Artistic Director Peter DuBois casts a vast array of local actors with a few Broadway veterans for a luminous spectacle. Lavish costumes and lush orchestrations counter a minimalist scenic design, and the singing and acting do justice to one of Sondheim's masterworks.
by Nancy Grossman - September 25, 2015
The genius of Stephen Sondheim is on display in Huntington Theatre Company's production of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, and Artistic Director Peter DuBois casts a vast array of local actors with a few Broadway veterans for a luminous spectacle. Lavish costumes and lush orchestrations counter a minimalist scenic design, and the singing and acting do justice to one of Sondheim's masterworks.
Cast of Huntington's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Performs National Anthem at Red Sox/Orioles Game Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2015
The entire cast of the Huntington Theatre Company's production of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC will perform the National Anthem tonight, September 25, 2015, at Fenway Park before the televised Red Sox versus Orioles game at 7:10pm. Old Town Trolley will transport the cast from Fenway Park to the BU Theatre immediately following the Anthem for the evening's 8pm performance.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2015
The entire cast of the Huntington Theatre Company's production of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC will perform the National Anthem tonight, September 25, 2015, at Fenway Park before the televised Red Sox versus Orioles game at 7:10pm. Old Town Trolley will transport the cast from Fenway Park to the BU Theatre immediately following the Anthem for the evening's 8pm performance.
Huntington to Screen MY SO-CALLED LIFE Pilot with Creator Winnie Holzman, 10/1
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2015
The Huntington Theatre Company presents a special free screening of the pilot episode of MY SO-CALLED LIFE in the Wimberly Theatre at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA on Thursday, October 1 at 7:30pm. The evening will include a post-screening discussion with MY SO-CALLED LIFE creator and CHOICE playwright Winnie Holzman and WBUR's Robin Young, co-host of the nationally-broadcast HERE AND NOW.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2015
The Huntington Theatre Company presents a special free screening of the pilot episode of MY SO-CALLED LIFE in the Wimberly Theatre at the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA on Thursday, October 1 at 7:30pm. The evening will include a post-screening discussion with MY SO-CALLED LIFE creator and CHOICE playwright Winnie Holzman and WBUR's Robin Young, co-host of the nationally-broadcast HERE AND NOW.
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST National Tour Coming to Boston Opera House in January
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2015
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is returning to Boston. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the Boston Opera House January 6 - 10, 2016. Disney's Beauty and the Beast is part of the 2015-2016 Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2015
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is returning to Boston. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the Boston Opera House January 6 - 10, 2016. Disney's Beauty and the Beast is part of the 2015-2016 Lexus Broadway In Boston Season.
John Waters' Film Star Mink Stole Joins Tenn @ Town Hall in Provincetown This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2015
Mink Stole, popular actress in John Waters' movies, is also joining Keir Dullea and Mia Dillon and the line-up of stars returning to the Festival to be part of Tenn @ Town Hall.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2015
Mink Stole, popular actress in John Waters' movies, is also joining Keir Dullea and Mia Dillon and the line-up of stars returning to the Festival to be part of Tenn @ Town Hall.
Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of Huntington's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2015
The Huntington Theatre Company opened its 2015-2016 season with the Tony Award-winning musical A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, Stephen Sondheim's most romantic and popular work. Performances run through October 11, 2015 at the Avenue of the Arts / BU Theatre. Check out photos from opening night below!
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2015
The Huntington Theatre Company opened its 2015-2016 season with the Tony Award-winning musical A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, Stephen Sondheim's most romantic and popular work. Performances run through October 11, 2015 at the Avenue of the Arts / BU Theatre. Check out photos from opening night below!
Fiddlehead Theatre Company to Open 21st Season with Classic Musical WEST SIDE STORY
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2015
Fiddlehead Theatre Company, the resident theatre company of Boston's historic Strand Theatre, will open the company's 21st season with the classic West Side Story from October 16-25, 2015. The finest talents direct from the Broadway revival and national and international tours of West Side Story will bring this masterwork to life on the Strand Stage.?? The production will be costumed and Directed by Stacey Stephens, original choreography recreated by Wendy Hall, and Music Director Charles Peltz will direct a 22-piece orchestra bringing Bernstein's music to life. Fiddlehead's largest season ever will continue with Disney's The Little Mermaid from November 17-Dec 6; 2015; the hit Broadway sensation RENT from February 5-21, 2016, and the timeless classic Show Boat April 22-May 1, 2016. All productions will take place at The Strand Theatre (543 Columbia Road, Dorchester, MA). To purchase tickets for Fiddlehead's 2015-2016 season, or for more information about group and student discounts visit www.fiddleheadtheatre.com, or call 617-514-6497.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2015
Fiddlehead Theatre Company, the resident theatre company of Boston's historic Strand Theatre, will open the company's 21st season with the classic West Side Story from October 16-25, 2015. The finest talents direct from the Broadway revival and national and international tours of West Side Story will bring this masterwork to life on the Strand Stage.?? The production will be costumed and Directed by Stacey Stephens, original choreography recreated by Wendy Hall, and Music Director Charles Peltz will direct a 22-piece orchestra bringing Bernstein's music to life. Fiddlehead's largest season ever will continue with Disney's The Little Mermaid from November 17-Dec 6; 2015; the hit Broadway sensation RENT from February 5-21, 2016, and the timeless classic Show Boat April 22-May 1, 2016. All productions will take place at The Strand Theatre (543 Columbia Road, Dorchester, MA). To purchase tickets for Fiddlehead's 2015-2016 season, or for more information about group and student discounts visit www.fiddleheadtheatre.com, or call 617-514-6497.
BWW Review: New England Premiere of APPROPRIATE Opens SpeakEasy Stage's 25th Anniversary Season
by Nancy Grossman - September 22, 2015
Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins enjoys ambiguity and messing with traditional concepts and constructs. His 2014 Obie Award-winner for Best New American Play, APPROPRIATE, is a prime example as it defies categorization. He borrows themes and tropes from classic American family dramas, and the ensemble of actors in the SpeakEasy production carve out brilliant individual performances that rival anything one might see on a Broadway stage. M. Bevin O'Gara directs this breathtaking drama.
by Nancy Grossman - September 22, 2015
Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins enjoys ambiguity and messing with traditional concepts and constructs. His 2014 Obie Award-winner for Best New American Play, APPROPRIATE, is a prime example as it defies categorization. He borrows themes and tropes from classic American family dramas, and the ensemble of actors in the SpeakEasy production carve out brilliant individual performances that rival anything one might see on a Broadway stage. M. Bevin O'Gara directs this breathtaking drama.
Moonbox Productions to Host Second Annual Cabaret Fundraiser, 10/19
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
Moonbox Productions, nominated for numerous IRNE and Elliot Norton Awards, kicks-off its sixth season with its second annual, one-night only, company cabaret entitled - Decadence, Debauchery and Divas! The cabaret takes place at Club Oberon, 2 Arrow Street in Cambridge, on October 19th from 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Tickets are $25 and all proceeds and donations benefit Moonbox Productions' mission to produce top quality local theater and to help area non-profits increase the reach and impact of their work.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
Moonbox Productions, nominated for numerous IRNE and Elliot Norton Awards, kicks-off its sixth season with its second annual, one-night only, company cabaret entitled - Decadence, Debauchery and Divas! The cabaret takes place at Club Oberon, 2 Arrow Street in Cambridge, on October 19th from 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Tickets are $25 and all proceeds and donations benefit Moonbox Productions' mission to produce top quality local theater and to help area non-profits increase the reach and impact of their work.
ELF THE MUSICAL to Receive Boston Premiere This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
ELF The Musical makes its Boston debut as the Broadway musical comes to the Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre for a three week engagement, November 17 - December 6, 2015. Presented by the Citi Performing Arts Center and MSG Entertainment, tickets are now on sale at the Citi Center box office, through www.citicenter.org or by calling 800-982-ARTS (2787). Press night is set for Wednesday, November 18 at 7:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
ELF The Musical makes its Boston debut as the Broadway musical comes to the Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre for a three week engagement, November 17 - December 6, 2015. Presented by the Citi Performing Arts Center and MSG Entertainment, tickets are now on sale at the Citi Center box office, through www.citicenter.org or by calling 800-982-ARTS (2787). Press night is set for Wednesday, November 18 at 7:00 pm.
Merrimack Repertory Theatre's I AND YOU to Run 10/7-11/1
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
Merrimack Repertory Theatre is following up on the overwhelming success of the season opener, "The Lion," with a regional premiere directed by the company's new artistic director Sean Daniels. "I and You" by Lauren Gunderson tells the story of two very different teenagers, Caroline and Anthony, who struggle to connect as they work on a school project about Walt Whitman's poetry. Over the course of the play and through a stunning surprise ending, they find that there is more that unites them than divides them. This production marks the New England premiere of the play that won the 2014 Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award, which recognizes new work produced outside of New York.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
Merrimack Repertory Theatre is following up on the overwhelming success of the season opener, "The Lion," with a regional premiere directed by the company's new artistic director Sean Daniels. "I and You" by Lauren Gunderson tells the story of two very different teenagers, Caroline and Anthony, who struggle to connect as they work on a school project about Walt Whitman's poetry. Over the course of the play and through a stunning surprise ending, they find that there is more that unites them than divides them. This production marks the New England premiere of the play that won the 2014 Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award, which recognizes new work produced outside of New York.
Jenn Colella to Headline FPAC's 2015 Gala in October
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents its annual Gala celebration on Saturday, October 3 at 6 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, featuring a special, one-night-only performance by Broadway star Jenn Colella.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents its annual Gala celebration on Saturday, October 3 at 6 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, featuring a special, one-night-only performance by Broadway star Jenn Colella.
RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER Returning to Citi Shubert Theatre, 12/1-6
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 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 December 1 - 6 for 13 performances. Presented by the Citi Performing Arts Center, tickets are now on sale at the Citi Center box office, through www.citicenter.org or by calling (866) 348-9738. Press night is set for Tuesday, December 1 at 7:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 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 December 1 - 6 for 13 performances. Presented by the Citi Performing Arts Center, tickets are now on sale at the Citi Center box office, through www.citicenter.org or by calling (866) 348-9738. Press night is set for Tuesday, December 1 at 7:00 pm.
John Waters' Film Star Mink Stole Joins Tenn @ Town Hall in Provincetown This Week
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2015
Mink Stole, popular actress in John Waters' movies, is also joining Keir Dullea and Mia Dillon and the line-up of stars returning to the Festival to be part of Tenn @ Town Hall.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2015
Mink Stole, popular actress in John Waters' movies, is also joining Keir Dullea and Mia Dillon and the line-up of stars returning to the Festival to be part of Tenn @ Town Hall.
Cast of Huntington's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC to Perform National Anthem at Red Sox/Orioles Game
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2015
The entire cast of the Huntington Theatre Company's production of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC will perform the National Anthem on Friday, September 25, 2015, at Fenway Park before the televised Red Sox versus Orioles game at 7:10pm. Old Town Trolley will transport the cast from Fenway Park to the BU Theatre immediately following the Anthem for the evening's 8pm performance.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2015
The entire cast of the Huntington Theatre Company's production of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC will perform the National Anthem on Friday, September 25, 2015, at Fenway Park before the televised Red Sox versus Orioles game at 7:10pm. Old Town Trolley will transport the cast from Fenway Park to the BU Theatre immediately following the Anthem for the evening's 8pm performance.
New Musical Revue EVOLUTION OF MUSIC to Play The Colonial Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2015
The producers of Romance, Soul & Rock N' Roll, are proud to announce a brand new musical revue: Metamorphosis in Evolution of Music at The Colonial Theatre on October 9 and 10 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2015
The producers of Romance, Soul & Rock N' Roll, are proud to announce a brand new musical revue: Metamorphosis in Evolution of Music at The Colonial Theatre on October 9 and 10 at 7:30pm.
BWW Review: MR. BURNS Brings Fiction to Reality in a Bright New Light at Cape Rep
by Kristen Morale - September 21, 2015
Written by Anne Washburn (who is also the show's lyricist) with a score by Michael Friedman and hereby directed by Philip Hays, Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play makes its appearance on Cape Cod following a successful run at Playwrights' Horizons in New York, and can now begin surprising audiences all over again with its current run. Taking a first glance at the show's poster, one can get a vague idea of what this show is actually about. There are people huddled around what looks like a campfire, their seated forms casting shadows that resemble what appear to be characters from the widely popular cartoon, The Simpsons; only then is the connection made between what Washburn's show might be about and the use of Mr. Burns' name as the titular focus. It seems odd to base an entire show on The Simpsons, but what is even more mind-boggling is how only the workings of a playwright's mind can turn the characters and themes of a cartoon into something more profound and fascinating enough for an audience to simply get.
by Kristen Morale - September 21, 2015
Written by Anne Washburn (who is also the show's lyricist) with a score by Michael Friedman and hereby directed by Philip Hays, Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play makes its appearance on Cape Cod following a successful run at Playwrights' Horizons in New York, and can now begin surprising audiences all over again with its current run. Taking a first glance at the show's poster, one can get a vague idea of what this show is actually about. There are people huddled around what looks like a campfire, their seated forms casting shadows that resemble what appear to be characters from the widely popular cartoon, The Simpsons; only then is the connection made between what Washburn's show might be about and the use of Mr. Burns' name as the titular focus. It seems odd to base an entire show on The Simpsons, but what is even more mind-boggling is how only the workings of a playwright's mind can turn the characters and themes of a cartoon into something more profound and fascinating enough for an audience to simply get.
BWW Review: THE LION Finds His Voice in His Father's Song
by Jan Nargi - September 19, 2015
One man, two chairs, six guitars and 15 songs mark the road from loss to redemption for singer-songwriter Benjamin Scheuer in his haunting autobiographical solo musical THE LION launching its national tour at Merrimack Repertory Theatre in Lowell, Mass.
by Jan Nargi - September 19, 2015
One man, two chairs, six guitars and 15 songs mark the road from loss to redemption for singer-songwriter Benjamin Scheuer in his haunting autobiographical solo musical THE LION launching its national tour at Merrimack Repertory Theatre in Lowell, Mass.
BWW Review: Megan Hilty a Smash at The Shubert
by Nancy Grossman - September 19, 2015
Megan Hilty gave a wicked good performance at the Citi Shubert Theatre last night as she sang her way through her signature songs from the NBC-TV series 'Smash' and selections from her Broadway appearances in WICKED and 9 TO 4 THE MUSICAL. Sirius XM star Seth Rudetsky shined as pianist and host for Broadway @ The Shubert, presented by Mark Cortale to benefit the Boston Gay Men's Chorus.
by Nancy Grossman - September 19, 2015
Megan Hilty gave a wicked good performance at the Citi Shubert Theatre last night as she sang her way through her signature songs from the NBC-TV series 'Smash' and selections from her Broadway appearances in WICKED and 9 TO 4 THE MUSICAL. Sirius XM star Seth Rudetsky shined as pianist and host for Broadway @ The Shubert, presented by Mark Cortale to benefit the Boston Gay Men's Chorus.
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