Flashpoint is a drama that depicts the emotional journey into the tough, risk-filled lives of a unique group of the police officers in the Strategic Response Unit (SRU).
The special tactical unit is tasked with extreme situations like hostage rescues, gang busts, defusing bombs and preventing suicide attempts.
Members of a highly-skilled tactical team, they're also trained in negotiating, profiling and getting inside the suspect's head to diffuse the situation and help save lives.
The special tactical unit is tasked with extreme situations like hostage rescues, gang busts, defusing bombs and preventing suicide attempts.
Members of a highly-skilled tactical team, they're also trained in negotiating, profiling and getting inside the suspect's head to diffuse the situation and help save lives.
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BLACK PROPHET DOWN Comes to Alexander Upstairs this October
by Liz Cearns - September 26, 2016
BLACK PROPHET DOWN, a solo theatre piece by Ian Tucker (A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE TALENT SHOW), performed by Brendon Daniels (ROOILAND) with additional dialogue and direction by Bo Petersen (DEAD YELLOW SANDS) will run at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this October....
by Liz Cearns - September 26, 2016
BLACK PROPHET DOWN, a solo theatre piece by Ian Tucker (A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE TALENT SHOW), performed by Brendon Daniels (ROOILAND) with additional dialogue and direction by Bo Petersen (DEAD YELLOW SANDS) will run at the Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre this October....
Dion Johnstone to Star as CORIOLANUS with Patrick Page and More at Red Bull Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2016
Red Bull Theater today announced the cast for William Shakespeare's Coriolanus, the first production of the 2016-'17 season....
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2016
Red Bull Theater today announced the cast for William Shakespeare's Coriolanus, the first production of the 2016-'17 season....
InterAct to Kick Off Season with Award-Winning Play GROUNDED
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Following rave reviews at the Public Theater in New York, as well as an acclaimed run in London (and the announcement that the captivating soul searching drama will soon be produced on the big screen starring Anne Hathaway), InterAct Theatre Company presents the Philadelphia debut of George Brant's ...
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Following rave reviews at the Public Theater in New York, as well as an acclaimed run in London (and the announcement that the captivating soul searching drama will soon be produced on the big screen starring Anne Hathaway), InterAct Theatre Company presents the Philadelphia debut of George Brant's ...
Check Out Comic-Con Trailers from FAMILY GUY, WALKING DEAD & More!
by Caryn Robbins - July 25, 2016
Comic-Con International: San Diego returned to the San Diego Convention Center, beginning with Preview Night on Wednesday, July 20, and running Thursday, July 21 through Sunday, July 24....
by Caryn Robbins - July 25, 2016
Comic-Con International: San Diego returned to the San Diego Convention Center, beginning with Preview Night on Wednesday, July 20, and running Thursday, July 21 through Sunday, July 24....
People's Light Opens Conversations in Fifth Season of COMMUNITY MATTERS
by Rebecca Russo - July 24, 2016
Amid the current fractured national landscape - where political and cultural tensions have many people deeply angered, saddened, and retreating to their own ideological camps - the grassroots reading and discussion series, Community Matters at People's Light aims to spark conversation about relevant...
by Rebecca Russo - July 24, 2016
Amid the current fractured national landscape - where political and cultural tensions have many people deeply angered, saddened, and retreating to their own ideological camps - the grassroots reading and discussion series, Community Matters at People's Light aims to spark conversation about relevant...
IF TRUTH BE TOLD at the Blyth Festival through September
by Rebecca Russo - July 14, 2016
This real life flashpoint is the inspiration for If Truth Be Told, a gripping new play by Beverley Cooper receiving its world premiere this summer at the Blyth Festival from July 27 to September 3 in Blyth's Memorial Hall. Reserve your seats by calling the Box Office at519.523.9300, Toll Free 1.877....
by Rebecca Russo - July 14, 2016
This real life flashpoint is the inspiration for If Truth Be Told, a gripping new play by Beverley Cooper receiving its world premiere this summer at the Blyth Festival from July 27 to September 3 in Blyth's Memorial Hall. Reserve your seats by calling the Box Office at519.523.9300, Toll Free 1.877....
Pride Films and Plays Presents Workshop of New Musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
Pride Films and Plays presents a special workshop of the gorgeous new musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER, with music and lyrics by Jonathan Monro and book by Adam Mathias....
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
Pride Films and Plays presents a special workshop of the gorgeous new musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER, with music and lyrics by Jonathan Monro and book by Adam Mathias....
Orlando Jones Joins Starz's Highly Anticipated Series AMERICAN GODS
by Caryn Robbins - June 15, 2016
Starz and FremantleMedia North America (FMNA) announced today that Orlando Jones (“Madiba,” “Sleepy Hollow”) will play Mr. Nancy in the upcoming adaptation of Neil Gaiman's acclaimed contemporary fantasy novel, AMERICAN GODS....
by Caryn Robbins - June 15, 2016
Starz and FremantleMedia North America (FMNA) announced today that Orlando Jones (“Madiba,” “Sleepy Hollow”) will play Mr. Nancy in the upcoming adaptation of Neil Gaiman's acclaimed contemporary fantasy novel, AMERICAN GODS....
East Lynne to Present RODGERS' ROMANCE, 6/15-7/23
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2016
The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company presents the New Jersey premiere of "Rodgers' Romance" from June 15 - July 23....
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2016
The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company presents the New Jersey premiere of "Rodgers' Romance" from June 15 - July 23....
Pride Films and Plays to Present Workshop of New Musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Pride Films and Plays presents a special workshop of the gorgeous new musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER, with music and lyrics by Jonathan Monro and book by Adam Mathias....
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Pride Films and Plays presents a special workshop of the gorgeous new musical A HISTORY OF SUMMER, with music and lyrics by Jonathan Monro and book by Adam Mathias....
Thom Sesma, Greg Watanabe and More Lead A SINGLE SHARD, Beginning Tonight at People's Light
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2016
People's Light presents the regional premiere of A SINGLE SHARD, a highly theatrical adaptation of Linda Sue Park's Newbery Award-winning novel by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winner Robert Schenkkan....
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2016
People's Light presents the regional premiere of A SINGLE SHARD, a highly theatrical adaptation of Linda Sue Park's Newbery Award-winning novel by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winner Robert Schenkkan....
Azuka Theatre's Philadelphia Premiere of MOTH to Open in May
by Tyler Peterson - April 19, 2016
One night can change everything. Azuka Theatre's 16th season concludes with the Philadelphia Premiere of Declan Greene's Moth. Preview performances begin Wednesday, May 4th, with Opening Night on Saturday, May 7th at 7:00pm....
by Tyler Peterson - April 19, 2016
One night can change everything. Azuka Theatre's 16th season concludes with the Philadelphia Premiere of Declan Greene's Moth. Preview performances begin Wednesday, May 4th, with Opening Night on Saturday, May 7th at 7:00pm....
Radio Legend Presents New Podcast THE GARRY MEIER SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - April 14, 2016
Famed talk show host and radio legend, Garry Meier, is proud to announce the official launch of his new podcast, 'The Garry Meier Show....
by Caryn Robbins - April 14, 2016
Famed talk show host and radio legend, Garry Meier, is proud to announce the official launch of his new podcast, 'The Garry Meier Show....
Thom Sesma, Greg Watanabe and More Lead A SINGLE SHARD at People's Light
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2016
People's Light presents the regional premiere of A SINGLE SHARD, a highly theatrical adaptation of Linda Sue Park's Newbery Award-winning novel by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winner Robert Schenkkan....
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2016
People's Light presents the regional premiere of A SINGLE SHARD, a highly theatrical adaptation of Linda Sue Park's Newbery Award-winning novel by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winner Robert Schenkkan....
EgoPo's MACHINAL Opens 4/22
by Tyler Peterson - March 25, 2016
On April 22, EgoPo presents the opening of Sophie Treadwell's expressionist masterpiece, Machinal. Machinal is directed by Brenna Geffers, whose most recent work with EgoPo includes Eugene O'Neill's The Hairy Ape, and Henrik Ibsen's Lady from the Sea and A Doll's House....
by Tyler Peterson - March 25, 2016
On April 22, EgoPo presents the opening of Sophie Treadwell's expressionist masterpiece, Machinal. Machinal is directed by Brenna Geffers, whose most recent work with EgoPo includes Eugene O'Neill's The Hairy Ape, and Henrik Ibsen's Lady from the Sea and A Doll's House....
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' AN OCTOROON Begins at the Wilma Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2016
What if all of the white actors in your play quit? AN OCTOROON begins tonight, March 16, 2016; and opens today, March 23, 2016....
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2016
What if all of the white actors in your play quit? AN OCTOROON begins tonight, March 16, 2016; and opens today, March 23, 2016....
FSLC Announces Lineup for An Early Clue to the New Direction: Queer Cinema Before Stonewall
by Caryn Robbins - March 14, 2016
The Film Society of Lincoln Center announces the complete lineup for An Early Clue to the New Direction: Queer Cinema Before Stonewall, April 22 - May 1....
by Caryn Robbins - March 14, 2016
The Film Society of Lincoln Center announces the complete lineup for An Early Clue to the New Direction: Queer Cinema Before Stonewall, April 22 - May 1....
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' AN OCTOROON to Play the Wilma Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2016
What if all of the white actors in your play quit? AN OCTOROON begins on Wednesday, March 16, 2016; and opens on Wednesday, March 23, 2016....
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2016
What if all of the white actors in your play quit? AN OCTOROON begins on Wednesday, March 16, 2016; and opens on Wednesday, March 23, 2016....
Alex De La Iglesia's MY BIG NIGHT Heads to Theaters & VOD This April
by Caryn Robbins - January 28, 2016
Breaking Glass Pictures will release Álex de la Iglesia's (Witching & Bitching, The Last Circus) ensemble black comedy MY BIG NIGHT (MI GRAN NOCHE in theaters and VOD April 15, 2016....
by Caryn Robbins - January 28, 2016
Breaking Glass Pictures will release Álex de la Iglesia's (Witching & Bitching, The Last Circus) ensemble black comedy MY BIG NIGHT (MI GRAN NOCHE in theaters and VOD April 15, 2016....
BWW Review: A VERY POINTLESS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
by Roger Catlin - December 08, 2015
Christmas productions come sweet or sour this time or year. It hardly matters which one - everybody seemingly has to do something connected with the holiday. as if it were the only thing that would lure people away from stores, parties and seasonal responsibilities....
by Roger Catlin - December 08, 2015
Christmas productions come sweet or sour this time or year. It hardly matters which one - everybody seemingly has to do something connected with the holiday. as if it were the only thing that would lure people away from stores, parties and seasonal responsibilities....
Pointless Theatre Presents A VERY POINTLESS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
by Sally Henry Fuller - November 09, 2015
Pointless Theatre is thrilled to announce their second production of the 2015-2016 season. This December, audiences entering the Mead Theatre Lab at Flashpoint (916 G Street NW) will discover a winter wonderland with a distinctly Pointless twist: A Very Pointless Holiday Spectacular, The North Pole'...
by Sally Henry Fuller - November 09, 2015
Pointless Theatre is thrilled to announce their second production of the 2015-2016 season. This December, audiences entering the Mead Theatre Lab at Flashpoint (916 G Street NW) will discover a winter wonderland with a distinctly Pointless twist: A Very Pointless Holiday Spectacular, The North Pole'...
2015 Philadelphia Barrymore Awards Winners Announced - Ben Dibble, Liz Filios, THE WHALE and More!
by Christina Mancuso - November 03, 2015
This evening, in a celebration attended by almost 750 theatre artists, staff, critics, and friends, Theatre Philadelphia distributed 26 awards at the 2015 Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre - now in its second successful season since relaunching in fall 2013. The Awards Ceremony was held at ...
by Christina Mancuso - November 03, 2015
This evening, in a celebration attended by almost 750 theatre artists, staff, critics, and friends, Theatre Philadelphia distributed 26 awards at the 2015 Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre - now in its second successful season since relaunching in fall 2013. The Awards Ceremony was held at ...
Rainbow Theatre Project Sets 2015-16 Season
by Tyler Peterson - September 25, 2015
The Rainbow Theatre Project, D.C.'s premier theatre for the LGBTQ community, is pleased to announce their third season. Comprised of a cabaret, three staged readings, a musical revue and two poignant special performances, this season's body of work will highlight, reflect and embrace the LGBTQ exper...
by Tyler Peterson - September 25, 2015
The Rainbow Theatre Project, D.C.'s premier theatre for the LGBTQ community, is pleased to announce their third season. Comprised of a cabaret, three staged readings, a musical revue and two poignant special performances, this season's body of work will highlight, reflect and embrace the LGBTQ exper...
Local Artists Present UNCENSORED Exhibit for Banned Books Week Today
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2015
As we increasingly entrust others with our personal information and data, how can we ensure that our data is safe and protected from abuse and misuse? UNCENSORED: Information Antics, an all media art exhibition, will bring together local DC artists to explore the myriad of roles that data collecti...
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2015
As we increasingly entrust others with our personal information and data, how can we ensure that our data is safe and protected from abuse and misuse? UNCENSORED: Information Antics, an all media art exhibition, will bring together local DC artists to explore the myriad of roles that data collecti...
BWW Review: Powerfully Passionate HIT THE WALL Pulls No Punches
by Gil Kaan - September 20, 2015
The West Coast premiere of Ike Holter's HIT THE WALL vividly illustrates what might have happened that fateful night in 1969 when Stonewall became the flashpoint for what many consider the start of the gay liberation movement. With director Ken Sawyer's inventive staging, the audience becomes almo...
by Gil Kaan - September 20, 2015
The West Coast premiere of Ike Holter's HIT THE WALL vividly illustrates what might have happened that fateful night in 1969 when Stonewall became the flashpoint for what many consider the start of the gay liberation movement. With director Ken Sawyer's inventive staging, the audience becomes almo...
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