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THE RISING to Premiere at Hollywood Fringe Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 02, 2017

Among The Rising's recruits is Rachel, an angelic-looking would-be assassin on a mission to kill Governor Kerry Kale, a man who makes Trump look classy.  In an attempt to get closer to her target, Rachel finds the only person stupid enough to trust her, a sucker, I mean, reporter, Clint. Meanwhile, ...


Warrior Women to Bring CORIOLANUS to Life at Shakespeare in Clark Park
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017

Now, Shakespeare in Clark Park is reimagining the Bard's work with a cast of women warrior's this summer. Directed by SCP Artistic Director Kittson O'Neill (Interact Theatre Company), Coriolanus is set to run July 26 to 30 at 7 pm in Clark Park in West Philadelphia....


Havana Film Festival New York 2017 Closes with Musical Tour-de-Force THE FORBIDDEN SHORE
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2017

The 18th Havana Film Festival New York (www.HFFNY.com) comes to a close with the 8th Havana Star Prize Awards Ceremony followed by the NY premiere of the musical documentary The Forbidden Shore (dir. Ron Chapman) - a portrayal of over 40 exceptional Cuban musicians and artist...


Warrior Women to Bring CORIOLANUS to Life at Shakespeare in Clark Park Photo Warrior Women to Bring CORIOLANUS to Life at Shakespeare in Clark Park
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2017

Now, Shakespeare in Clark Park is reimagining the Bard's work with a cast of women warrior's this summer. Directed by SCP Artistic Director Kittson O'Neill (Interact Theatre Company), Coriolanus is set to run July 26 to 30 at 7 pm in Clark Park in West Philadelphia....


BWW Preview: Take a Bite of DRACULA FOR DUMMYS at the Provincetown Theater
by Kristen Morale - October 08, 2016

Vampires have become such an essential part of American culture, even if they are only fictional beings; from one of the first allusion to them in Polidori's The Vampyre to more modern takes on this age-old creature, it is amazing how vampires have become the talk of the town - the town being in mov...


BWW Interview: Ashley Gilmour Talks MISS SAIGON Tour
by Marianka Swain - June 23, 2017

Ashley Gilmour's previous work includes Link Larkin in Hairspray and the ensemble of the original revival cast of Miss Saigon. Now, he's graduated to playing Chris in the UK and Ireland tour of Boublil and Schonberg's legendary musical, which begins at Curve Leicester on 1 July....


BWW Review: MADAGASCAR-THE MUSICAL at The Growing Stage is Sheer Delight Photo BWW Review: MADAGASCAR-THE MUSICAL at The Growing Stage is Sheer Delight
by Marina Kennedy - May 04, 2018

There's a wonderful and whimsical adventure that you don't want to miss happening now at The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey. MADAGASCAR - A Musical Adventure is a show for the entire family....


Romy Nordlinger's PLACES to Make World Premiere at 59E59 Before Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017

Yonder Window Theatre Company and Parity Productions have announced that writer/performer Romy Nordlinger's Places is among the selected performances for this year's East to Edinburgh at 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director). Places will play 6 performances in ...


World Premiere of KING ELIZABETH Wraps Up Gamm Theatre Season
by Julie Musbach - March 27, 2017

The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) closes its 2016-2017 season with the world premiere of King Elizabeth, a new version of Friedrich Schiller's Mary Stuart, freely adapted and directed by Gamm Artistic Director Tony Estrella. Featuring Gamm Resident Actor Jeanine Kane (Hannah Jarvis in Arc...


Watch Live-Streamed Q&A with DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Ben Platt
by Caryn Robbins - May 22, 2017

Tonight, Tony nominee and star of Broadway's Dear Evan Hansen, Ben Platt, will perform on CBS's LATE SHOW WITH Stephen Colbert. The show airs Monday through Friday at 11:35 PM - 12:37 AM, ET/PT on CBS. Below, check out a live Q&A with THE LATE SHOW!...


Romy Nordlinger's PLACES to Make World Premiere at 59E59 Before Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017

Yonder Window Theatre Company and Parity Productions have announced that writer/performer Romy Nordlinger's Places is among the selected performances for this year's East to Edinburgh at 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director). Places will play 6 performances in ...


BWW Interview: Christopher J. Deaton And Samantha McHenry of DADDY LONG LEGS at Lyric Photo BWW Interview: Christopher J. Deaton And Samantha McHenry of DADDY LONG LEGS at Lyric Stage
by Kyle Christopher West - January 17, 2018

This weekend, DADDY LONG LEGS opens on the historic stage of Dallas' Majestic Theatre, marking Lyric Stage's second performance in their new home. We caught up with the groups' current leading man and leading lady as the pair prepared for their upcoming opening performance. For tickets and more info...


Youth Theatre Company Wings2Fly Announces THE BROTHERS GRIMM SPECTACULATHON As Next P Photo Youth Theatre Company Wings2Fly Announces THE BROTHERS GRIMM SPECTACULATHON As Next Production
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2017

Wings2Fly is a relatively new youth theatre company who has filled a niche for young, up and coming actors....


Ani DiFranco to Play the Eccles Theater This November Photo Ani DiFranco to Play the Eccles Theater This November
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2017

Ani DiFranco is kicking ass and taking names on tour in support of her new album Binary on Righteous Babe Records.  DiFranco's tour stops in Salt Lake City today, November 4th for one show only at the Eccles Theater in downtown Salt Lake City. ...


Romy Nordlinger's PLACES Makes World Premiere at 59E59 Tonight Before Edinburgh Fring Photo Romy Nordlinger's PLACES Makes World Premiere at 59E59 Tonight Before Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2017

Yonder Window Theatre Company and Parity Productions have announced that writer/performer Romy Nordlinger's Places is among the selected performances for this year's East to Edinburgh at 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director). Places will play 6 performances in ...


FOX News Channel to Present Live Election Week Coverage
by Caryn Robbins - November 02, 2016

FOX News Channel (FNC) will provide extensive live coverage leading up to and during Election Day beginning Sunday, November 6th through Wednesday, November 9th....


BWW Interview: HEDWIG Alum, Hannah Corneau, Shares Her Truth, Life Lessons, and Light Photo BWW Interview: HEDWIG Alum, Hannah Corneau, Shares Her Truth, Life Lessons, and Light in New Visual EP
by Courtney Savoia - April 16, 2018

The incredibly talented and inspirational Hannah Corneau, most recently seen playing Yitzhak in the national tour of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, is getting ready to release the first of three videos with her new visual EP, ??? this April! Reflecting on her experiences on stage (Evita at the Marriott ...


THE KENTUCKY DERBY IS DECADENT AND DEPRAVED to Play The Town Hall
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2017

The Town Hall presents 'The Kentucky Derby is Decadent and Depraved,' stage Adaptation of Groundbreaking Story by 'Gonzo Journalism' Legends, Hunter S. Thompson and Ralph Steadman. ...


BWW Interview: Ben Vereen of STEPPIN' OUT LIVE WITH BEN VEREEN at Stockton Symphony
by Courtney Symes - April 24, 2017

When an icon is as approachable, affable and humble as Ben Vereen is, it is easy to see why he has been so successful. The winner of a Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for his role in Pippin, Vereen is, at the age of 70, showing no signs of slowing down. Luckily for us, he is bringing his energy and ...


Jay Mohr and Steve Simeone Come to ComedyWorks This Week Photo Jay Mohr and Steve Simeone Come to ComedyWorks This Week
by A.A. Cristi - August 07, 2017

Comedian, actor, radio host and best selling author, Jay Mohr has been performing stand-up comedy for over three decades....


BWW Review: A Victory of a Performance with ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY!
by Kristen Morale - January 29, 2017

Recently arrived for its off-Broadway premiere at the New Victory Theater is Mo Willems' musical extravaganza 'Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!,: written especially for the little guys in a theater that caters to children of all ages. When not watching their children squeal with laughter, even ...


Melissa Plett to Release Full-Length Studio Album 'Ghost Town' Today Photo Melissa Plett to Release Full-Length Studio Album 'Ghost Town' Today
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2017

Montreal, Canada-based Americana singer-songwriter Melissa Plett is set to release her new full-length studio album on September 1, 2017....


LOCKER ROOM TALK Returns for Traverse Festival 2017
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2017

The Traverse Theatre is thrilled to announce the World Premiere of Locker Room Talk by award-winning playwright and Traverse Associate Artist Gary McNair during Traverse Festival 2017....


Photo Flash: WAR PAINT Cast Members Perform for Seniors at Services & Advocacy for GL Photo Photo Flash: WAR PAINT Cast Members Perform for Seniors at Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders in Midtown
by A.A. Cristi - August 18, 2017

Sing For Your Seniors brought cast members of Broadway hit 'War Paint' to perform for senior members of the LGBT community in SAGE's midtown headquarters on August 10th. They sang numbers from their show and some of their favorite Broadway standards for their enthusiastic audience....


Old Opera House Announces 2017 New Voice Play Festival Finalists
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2017

The Old Opera House has announced the finalists for the Old Opera House's 11th Annual New Voice Play Festival.  ...






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