Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 11/26
By: BWW Special Coverage Nov. 30, 2012
At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we are launching a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'.
Below you'll find a list of the most-read stories in our regional markets for the week of November 26. Browse over to your favorite far-away city/country to see what's making news, see what productions are playing around the country and overseas and get to know new performers! Enjoy this virtual trek around the globe and stay tuned for next week's recap of regional not-to-be-missed news!
Featured Story of the Week:
Appleton, WI
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Atlanta
Christine Pedi Performs American Traditions Competition Concert Fundraiser in Savannah Tonight
by Stephen Hanks
ONE MAN CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to the Aurora Theatre, Now thru 12/16
by Joseph Harrison
Austin
BWW Reviews: San Antonio's Woodlawn Theatre Tells Familiar But Charming CHRISTMAS STORY
by Jeff Davis
BWW Reviews: SANTALAND DIARIES at ZACH Theatre is Naughty and Nice
by Jeff Davis
Australia - Brisbane
KING KONG Musical Eyeing Broadway for 2014? Foxwoods Theater First Choice?
by BWW
Australia - Melbourne
KING KONG Musical Eyeing Broadway for 2014? Foxwoods Theater First Choice?
by BWW
Australia - Perth
KING KONG Musical Eyeing Broadway for 2014? Foxwoods Theater First Choice?
by BWW
Australia - Sydney
KING KONG Musical Eyeing Broadway for 2014? Foxwoods Theater First Choice?
by BWW
Baltimore
Save 50% on BILLY ELLIOT at the Hippodrome in Baltimore!
by Contests
BWW Reviews: THE STRANGE UNDOING OF PRUDENCIA HART at the Shakespeare Theatre Center
by Charles Shubow
Last Chance to Save 50% on BILLY ELLIOT at the Hippodrome; Offer Ends Tomorrow!
by Contests
BWW Reviews: Not in Kansas Anymore: Inge's BUS STOP at Center Stage
by Jack L. B. Gohn
Birmingham
BWW TV: Highlights from the WEST SIDE STORY National Tour!
by BroadwayWorld TV
Boston
Israeli Stage's ULYSSES ON BOTTLES/Birthday Celebration
by Nancy Grossman
BWW Blog: Molly Tynes of A.R.T.'s PIPPIN - Welcome to Cambridge!
by Guest Blogger: Molly Tynes
BWW REVIEW: Pain Runs Deep in Huntington's BETRAYAL
by Jan Nargi
BWW Blog: Molly Tynes of A.R.T.'s PIPPIN - Tech and Thanksgiving
by Guest Blogger: Molly Tynes
Casper
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Central Pennsylvania
BWW Reviews: A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES Visits Open Stage Of Harrisburg
by Marakay Rogers
Chicago
PIPPIN: A Bollywood Spectacular? Why, yes. Yes, it is.
by Paul W. Thompson
BWW TV: First Look at IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE AT THE BIOGRAPH!
by BroadwayWorld TV
A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Goodman Theatre: Classy Holiday Magic, Courtesy of Three Stars
by Paul W. Thompson
STAGE TUBE: Behind The Scenes of Millikin University's MACBETH
by Stage Tube
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for November 28th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson
Ravinia Festival Offers Sneak Peek of 2013 Classical Concert Season
by samantha vega
Cleveland
Playhousesquare Presents Pajanimals: Pajama Playdate, 4/27
by samantha vega
Columbus
BWW Reviews: Nebraska Theater Caravan Packs 30 Years of Tradition Into A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Lisa Norris
BWW Interviews: CATCO is Kids - An Interview with Associate Producing Director Joe Bishara
by Lisa Norris
Comedy
EPIX to Present KEVIN SMITH Marathon, 11/30
by TV News Desk
KYLE KINANE: WHISKEY ICARUS Premieres on Comedy Central Tonight
by TV News Desk
BWW Reviews: THE HABIT Brings Inspired Sketch Comedy to The Bathhouse
by Jay Irwin
Comedy Central's TOSH.0 Blu-ray/DVD Collection Coming 12/21
by TV News Desk
VIDEO: Billy Connolly Tells CONAN He Once Smoked a Bible
by Stage Tube
EPIX Airs JAY & SILENT BOB GO DOWN UNDER Tonight
by TV News Desk
Connecticut
BWW TV: Sneak Peek of Julie Andrews' THE GREAT AMERICAN MOUSICAL at Goodspeed Musicals!
by BroadwayWorld TV
Costa Mesa
BWW Reviews: TEATRO ZINZANNI Orders Up an Awesome Buffet of 'Love, Chaos, and Dinner'
by Michael L. Quintos
Denver
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights from Denver's IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS
by Stage Tube
BWW Interviews: Dixie Longate, Charasmatic Star of DIXIE'S TUPPERWARE PARTY
by Michael Mulhern
Des Moines
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
BWW Reviews: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Proves 'A Tale As Old As Time'
by Brooke Bridenstine
Detroit
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
BWW Reviews: JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL is an Extraordinary Experience
by Katie Laban
BWW Reviews: CHRISTMAS WITH THE RAT PACK - LIVE AT THE SANDS Brings on the Holiday Spirit
by Katie Laban
Fort Lauderdale
STAGE TUBE: Mandy Bruno, Matt Loehr and More Backstage at Maltz Jupiter Theater's THE MUSIC MAN
by Stage Tube
Stephen Bogart to Host Humphrey Bogart Film, 5/2 -5
by Movies News Desk
Ft. Myers/Naples
BWW Reviews: Matt Kopec Makes 'Buddy' His Own in ELF THE MUSICAL
by Justin Cowan
Stephen Bogart to Host Humphrey Bogart Film, 5/2 -5
by Movies News Desk
2012 BWW Ft. Myers/Naples Awards - Nominate Your Favorites!
by BWW
Germany
STAGE TUBE: First Look at ROCKY DAS MUSICAL
by Stage Tube
Houston
BWW Reviews: Stages' PANTO MOTHER GOOSE - A Big Golden Goose Egg of a Theatrical Treat
by David Clarke
BWW Reviews: Houston Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER is Opulent, Charming & Magical
by David Clarke
BWW Reviews: LOVE GOES TO PRESS is Fun, Witty, & Intelligent
by David Clarke
Regional Theater of the Week: Country Playhouse in Houston, TX
by David Clarke
BWW Interviews: Rod Roberts Talks About PETER PAN & Houston's Local Talent
by David Clarke
Country Playhouse's YULETIDE CABARET Promises to be a Mirth Filled Holiday Special, set for 11/30-12/2
by David Clarke
Indianapolis
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes With PLAID TIDINGS at Theatre at the Center
by Stage Tube
Italy
Photo Coverage: SHREK, il musical
by Antonino Pratticò
Spring Awakening arriva in Italia!
by Antonino Pratticò
BWW Reviews: Frankenstein Junior: divertimento 'mostruoso' al Brancaccio di Roma!
by Antonino Pratticò
Jackson, MS
Regional Dance Company of the Week: Tupelo Ballet
by BWW Features
Jacksonville
BWW TV: Highlights from the WEST SIDE STORY National Tour!
by BroadwayWorld TV
Little Rock
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Long Island
BWW Reviews: The Engeman's A CHRISTMAS CAROL - A Ghost Story Of Christmas
by Melissa Giordano
BWW Reviews: Theatre Three's A CHRISTMAS CAROL - Tradition At Its Finest
by Melissa Giordano
Los Angeles
BWW Reviews: TEATRO ZINZANNI Orders Up an Awesome Buffet of 'Love, Chaos, and Dinner'
by Michael L. Quintos
BWW Reviews: Cee Lo Green Brings More 'Smoke and Mirrors' Than Actual 'Voice' to the Agua Caliente
by David Green
BWW Reviews: Poop Jokes And White Snake Songs - ROCK OF AGES Opens at the McCallum Theatre
by David Green
BWW TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 2, Episode 2 - Euan Morton & More!
by OUTSIDE THE BOX
BWW Reviews: Coyote Stageworks Hits All The Right Notes With SOUVENIR
by David Green
Hats Off To The McCallum! The RYDERS IN THE SKY Bring Cowboy Magic To The McCallum
by David Green
BWW Reviews: Ravetch's ONE NOVEMBER YANKEE Bows at NoHo Arts Center
by Don Grigware
BWW Reviews: Circle X's Thrilling BAD APPLES Will Hopefully Have Legs
by Don Grigware
BWW Reviews: DOMA's AVENUE Q Best of the Season
by Don Grigware
BWW Interviews: Steve Soloman Brings His Crazy Italian-Jewish Family HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS at The McCallum Theatre
by David Green
STAGE TUBE: ANYTHING GOES Cast Taps on GOOD DAY LA!
by Stage Tube
Actress Loretta Swit Talks About One November Yankee and Other Theatrical Roles
by Don Grigware
BWW Interviews: Denise Devin on the Evolution of a Limecat
by Ellen Dostal
Louisville
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Minneapolis
STAGE TUBE: Promo - CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Flies Into the Orpheum Theatre
by Stage Tube
Montana
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Montreal
BWW Reviews: THE EXONERATED - An Extremely Moving Piece on the Innocent of Death Row; Plays Montreal's Espace 4001
by Meghan Pearson
Nashville
Photo Coverage: First Night Robe Presented to Irvin, Holder, Waldrep and Stokes
by Jeffrey Ellis
Playhouse Nashville Seeks Actors for Staged Readings at Street Theatre Company
by Jeffrey Ellis
Netherlands
Author Russell Shorto to Collaborate On Musical About Dutch Origins of New York
by Dutch Reporter
New Jersey
Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of Paper Mill Playhouse's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy
BWW Interviews: Chris O'Connor from Mile Square Theatre
by Gregory G. Allen
Regional Opera Company of the Week: Boheme Opera, NJ
by BWW Features
New Orleans
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Norfolk
Richmond Shakespeare Presents A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES, Now thru 12/23
by 30 Days of NYMF 2012
Last Chance to Save 50% on BILLY ELLIOT at the Hippodrome; Offer Ends Tomorrow!
by Contests
Omaha
BWW Interview with Billy Elliot's Richard Hebert
by Analisa Swerczek
BWW Reviews: BILLY ELLIOT Will Have You Dancing the Night Away
by Cole Snider
Orlando
BWW TV: Highlights from the WEST SIDE STORY National Tour!
by BroadwayWorld TV
Philadelphia
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
STAGE TUBE: Walnut Street Theatre's THE MUSIC MAN - Highlights!
by Stage Tube
Philippines
BWW Interviews: Mariano, Aguilos Talk RAMA HARI
by Oliver Oliveros
Exclusive Stage Tube: Go, Farr, Santos et al. Pay Tribute to MISS SAIGON
by Oliver Oliveros
Why LES MISERABLES Brought Tears to My Eyes
by Oliver Oliveros
Pittsburgh
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
THE SPEED QUEEN, Directed by Austin Pendleton, Premieres at Off The Wall, 12/6-8
by Alexandra Strycula
Raleigh
BWW Reviews: SHREK THE MUSICAL Brings Magic to Raleigh
by Larisa Mount
Rhode Island
BWW Reviews: PPAC Presents First-Rate Production of Beloved FIDDLER
by Veronica Bruscini
BWW Reviews: Delightful, Compelling LOST IN YONKERS at 2nd Story Theatre
by Veronica Bruscini
Sacramento
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Salt Lake City
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
San Antonio
BWW Reviews: A CHRISTMAS STORY Brings Cheer to Woodlawn
by Erin Privratsky
BWW Reviews: San Antonio's Woodlawn Theatre Tells Familiar But Charming CHRISTMAS STORY
by Jeff Davis
BWW Interviews: Cathy Rigby Flies Across the Country as PETER PAN
by Kathy Strain
San Diego
BWW Reviews: TEATRO ZINZANNI Orders Up an Awesome Buffet of 'Love, Chaos, and Dinner'
by Michael L. Quintos
Broadway San Diego Cyber Monday Discount!
by E.H. Reiter
Cyber Monday San Diego Theatre Deals!
by E.H. Reiter
San Francisco
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Seattle
BWW Reviews: Technical Magic Shines in Seattle Children’s Theatre’s THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Jay Irwin
BWW Reviews: THE HABIT Brings Inspired Sketch Comedy to The Bathhouse
by Jay Irwin
STAGE TUBE: STU FOR SILVERTON, LYSISTRATA, and More to Play Intiman Theater in 2013
by Stage Tube
BWW Reviews: Seattle Rep's INSPECTING CAROL Delivers Some Laughs But Doesn’t Hold Together
by Jay Irwin
South Bend
BWW Reviews: Despite Stellar Cast, Touring Production of MIRACLE ON 34th STREET Needs a Miracle
by Harmony Wheeler
Spain
¡Ya ha llegado el día! II Edición de los Premios del Público BroadwayWorld Spain ¿Estás preparado?
by Javier A. Gabrielssön
Lista de ganadores de los Premios del Público BroadwayWorld Spain
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez
PHOTO FLASH: Segunda Edición de los Premios BroadwayWorld Spain 2012
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez
‘LA VAMPIRA DEL RAVAL’ arrasa en los PREMIS BUTACA
by Fernando Solla Rosell
Xavier Ribera – Vall impartirá un curso intensivo sobre Sweeney Todd en Madrid
by Laura Pelaez
PHOTO FLASH: Photocall ¡Llegan los invitados al Teatro Alfil!
by Javier A. Gabrielssön
Marta tiene un marcapasos: Se anuncian las fechas de los castings
by Javier A. Gabrielssön
La magia de Disney irrumpe en el Teatro La Latina y allana el terreno a la Navidad
by Nuria Alcalá
BWW TV: Números musicales los Premios del Público BroadwayWorld Spain 2012
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez
BWW TV: Tomas falsas 2011/2012
by Nuria Frutos
St. Petersburg
BWW TV: Highlights from the WEST SIDE STORY National Tour!
by BroadwayWorld TV
Tampa
2012 BWW Tampa Awards - Nominate Your Favorites!
by BWW
Toronto
STAGE TUBE: Stratford's 2012 Shakespeare School Performs 37 Quotes in 2 Minutes
by Stage Tube
BWW Interviews: Reza Jacobs on Acting Up Stage's TAPESTRIES
by Kelly Cameron
BWW Reviews: THE EXONERATED - An Extremely Moving Piece on the Innocent of Death Row; Plays Montreal's Espace 4001
by Meghan Pearson
BWW Seeks Contributors in Toronto!
by BWW
BWW Interviews: LES MISERABLES Alum Randy Graff on Her Toronto Master Class
by Kelly Cameron
BWW TV: Sneak Peek at TERMINUS
by BroadwayWorld TV
Photo Coverage: Acting Up Stage's TAPESTRIES
by Kelly Cameron
UK / West End
Review Roundup: THE MAGISTRATE
by Review Roundups
Fox Searchlight Acquires Rights to Susan Boyle's I DREAMED A DREAM
by Movies News Desk
Review Roundup: John Lithgow-Led THE MAGISTRATE
by Review Roundups
STAGE TUBE: Michael Crawford's ULTIMATE COLLECTION Album TV Commercial
by Stage Tube
Exclusive Stage Tube: Go, Farr, Santos et al. Pay Tribute to MISS SAIGON
by Oliver Oliveros
BWW EXCLUSIVE: VIVA FOREVER Begins Previews Tonight; Sneak Peek at the Songlist!
by BWW
VIVA FOREVER: The Buzz Around The First Preview!
by BWW
First Look: Umbers, Humbley, Gabrielle And Strallen In MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG!
by BWW
LET IT BE Transfers to the Savoy Theatre, Feb 1
by BWW
Review Roundup: KISS ME, KATE at the Old Vic - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups
Review Roundup: Menier Chocolate Factory's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups
Frances Ruffelle to Play Title Role in PIAF at the Curve in Leicester from Feb 22
by BWW
Washington, DC
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Ford's Theatre
by Stage Tube
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Manna Nichols and More in Highlights of Arena's MY FAIR LADY
by Stage Tube
BWW Reviews: Studio's THE ALIENS – Fine Acting of an Uninspired Play
by Jennifer Perry
BWW Reviews: Arena Stage’s MY FAIR LADY – Solid Production But Ultimately Unmemorable
by Jennifer Perry
BWW Reviews: THE STRANGE UNDOING OF PRUDENCIA HART at the Shakespeare Theatre Center
by Charles Shubow
BWW Reviews: Eric Schaeffer's 50th Birthday Concert at the Kennedy Center
by Charles Shubow
Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets to LES MISERABLES at the National Theatre in DC!
by Contests
$59 Orchestra Seating for Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at Kennedy Center, 12/11-1/6
by Contests
Last Chance to Save 50% on BILLY ELLIOT at the Hippodrome; Offer Ends Tomorrow!
by Contests
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