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VIDEO: On This Day, May 3- Chita Rivera Returns to Broadway in KISS OF THE SPIDER WOM PhotoVIDEO: On This Day, May 3- Chita Rivera Returns to Broadway in KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by A.A. Cristi - May 03, 2018

On this day in 1993, the legendary Chita Rivera returned to Broadway in the musical Kiss of the Spider Woman. ...


BWW Review: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, Menier Chocolate Factory PhotoBWW Review: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Cindy Marcolina - March 23, 2018

Kiss of the Spider Woman has taken the shape of a novel, a play, a film, a musical, and is now being adapted for the stage again by José Rivera and Allan Baker. Directed by Laurie Sansom, Manuel Puig's work becomes a story of acceptance and hope....


Menier Chocolate Factory To Stage A Major New Production Of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN PhotoMenier Chocolate Factory To Stage A Major New Production Of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2018

The Menier Chocolate Factory, in association with Darren Bagert, today announces a major new production of Manuel Puig's ground-breaking novel Kiss of the Spider Woman by Jos Rivera and Allan Baker. Laurie Sansom directs this iconic play, making his Menier debut. The production opens on 21 March, w...


BWW Photo Flash: First Look at Utah Rep's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY PhotoBWW Photo Flash: First Look at Utah Rep's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by Blair Howell - November 28, 2017

Utah Repertory Theater Company stages the Utah premiere production of the Tony-winning BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at the Eccles Theater's Regent Street Black Box in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City Nov. 25-Dec. 10....


BWW Photo Flash: First Look at Utah Rep's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY PhotoBWW Photo Flash: First Look at Utah Rep's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by Blair Howell - November 24, 2017

Take a First Look at Utah Repertory Theater Company's Utah premiere production of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY....


Rockfire Theatre and The Radical Buffoon(s) present MR. BURNS PhotoRockfire Theatre and The Radical Buffoon(s) present MR. BURNS
by A.A. Cristi - September 27, 2017

Rockfire Theatre (Failure: A Love Story, Boom, Abraham Lincoln's Big Gay Dance Party, Cabaret Gameshow Funtime Super Wow!!) and new local company The Radical Buffoon(s) present the regional premiere of Ann Washburn's Mr. Burns: a post electric play directed by Jon Greene (Faustus-Big Easy Award, Sle...


BWW Review: Welk Resort's KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Revival Is a Knockout PhotoBWW Review: Welk Resort's KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Revival Is a Knockout
by Don Grigware - September 18, 2017

Frequently described as a cross between steel and gossamer, Kander and Ebb's musical of Manuel Puig's mind-boggling novel Kiss of the Spider Woman is nothing short of breathtaking when properly produced. Dealing with reality versus illusion (steel, for prison bars and gossamer, the feminine side of ...


Review Roundup: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN at Welk Resort Theatre PhotoReview Roundup: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN at Welk Resort Theatre
by BWW Intern - September 14, 2017

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN revamps a harrowing tale of persecution into a dazzling spectacle that juxtaposes gritty realities with liberating fantasies. The show runs at the Welk Resort Theatre through October 22, and the critics are weighing!...


Rockfire Theatre and The Radical Buffoon(s) present MR. BURNS: A Post Electric Play PhotoRockfire Theatre and The Radical Buffoon(s) present MR. BURNS: A Post Electric Play
by A.A. Cristi - September 06, 2017

Rockfire Theatre (Failure: A Love Story, Boom, Abraham Lincoln's Big Gay Dance Party, Cabaret Gameshow Funtime Super Wow!!) and new local company The Radical Buffoon(s) present the regional premiere of Ann Washburn's Mr. Burns: a post electric play directed by Jon Greene (Faustus-Big Easy Awar...


Photo Flash: Beowulf Boritt Pays 'Hidden' Tribute to Original Designers in PRINCE OF  PhotoPhoto Flash: Beowulf Boritt Pays 'Hidden' Tribute to Original Designers in PRINCE OF BROADWAY Sets
by Caryn Robbins - September 05, 2017

Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt wanted to evoke and pay homage to all the original set designers of Hal Prince's iconic shows. To that end, he hid the names of those original designers within each scene's design....


KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN to Play Welk Resort Theatre PhotoKISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN to Play Welk Resort Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2017

Welk Resort Theatre, located in Escondido at the historic Welk Resort, announces the cast of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, by John Kander and Fred Ebb with book by Terrence McNally. The production is led by award winning director and choreographer, Ray Limon....


KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN to Play Welk Resort Theatre PhotoKISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN to Play Welk Resort Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - July 20, 2017

???????Welk Resort Theatre, located in Escondido at the historic Welk Resort, announces the cast of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, by John Kander and Fred Ebb with book by Terrence McNally. The production is led by award winning director and choreographer, Ray Limon....


Sony Pictures & Dell Team Up on SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING Global Integrated Campaign
by Caryn Robbins - June 21, 2017

When SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING swings into theaters July 7, Dell will be at Sony Pictures' side for all the action. Dell teamed up with Sony Pictures, a long time Dell customer and partner, to take collaborations to the next level with Spider-Man: Homecoming....


ArtsWest Announces 2017-18 Season: I AM
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017

ArtsWest Artistic Director Mathew Wright has announced his third season, running September 2017 through July 2018. Opening with Pulitzer Prize-winner Ayad Akhtar's THE WHO AND THE WHAT, the six-production season will feature five Seattle premieres and a Tony-award winning musical....


Utah Rep to Stage Utah Premiere of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2017

In their tradition of bringing unique shows to the Salt Lake theater community, Utah Repertory Theater Company will present the Utah premiere of the Tony-winning musical Kiss of the Spider Woman from April 21 through May 7....


Brian Stokes Mitchell Cast in New CBS Pilot PERFECT CITIZEN
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2017

According to Deadline, Broadway veteran Brian Stokes Mitchell has been cast as a series regular in the new CBS legal drama, Perfect Citizen....


La Chiusa & Fitzhugh's LOS OTROS Sets Special Events for Spring Run at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2017

As previously announced, Everyman Theatre presents the Baltimore/DC Premiere of Los Otros, a timely new reworking of the musical from Tony Award nominees Michael John LaChiusa (music) and Ellen Fitzhugh (book and lyrics). Los Otros is currently in rehearsal and runs from March 22 through April 23, 2...


KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Best Costume Design Tony Award Up for Auction Today
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017

The 1993 Tony Award for Best Costume Designer, awarded to legendary artist Florence Klotz for Kiss of the Spider Woman, will be auctioned by Nate D. Sanders Auctions today, February 23, 2017....


KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Best Costume Design Tony Award Up for Auction
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2017

The 1993 Tony Award for Best Costume Designer, awarded to legendary artist Florence Klotz for Kiss of the Spider Woman, will be auctioned by Nate D. Sanders Auctions on February 23, 2017....


Night Shade Unveils SECRET OF THE SPIDER at Third Rail
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2017

Third Rail Repertory Theatre is thrilled to present shadow puppetry masters Night Shade for their Portland debut of Secret of the Spider, February 16 to February 19, 2017....


Night Shade Unveils SECRET OF THE SPIDER at Third Rail
by A.A. Cristi - January 31, 2017

Third Rail Repertory Theatre is thrilled to present shadow puppetry masters Night Shade for their Portland debut of Secret of the Spider, February 16 to February 19, 2017....


Judy McLane, Philip Hernandez Cast in Michael John LaChiusa's Reworked LOS OTROS at Everyman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017

Everyman Theatre has cast Judy McLane and Philip Hernandez for its upcoming spring production of Los Otros....


BWW Review: Audience Not Left Hanging in Short North Stage's KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Paul Batterson - November 07, 2016

Spiders and Broadway musicals don't always work well with each other. Witness the mixed fortunes of SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE NIGHT. However, Short North Stage's epic production of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is one of the "can't miss" musicals in the Columbus' fall season....


Stage Legend Chita Rivera Performs Hits from Her Remarkable Career at The Ridgefield Playhouse on 11/20
by A.A. Cristi - November 03, 2016

Chita Rivera is at home on the biggest Broadway stages and at Carnegie Hall - now you can see her perform on the stage at The Ridgefield Playhouse!  Ingersoll Auto of Danbury World Music Series and Ridgefield Magazine Broadway and Cabaret Series presents a one-night-only celebration of the Tony Awa...


Broadway Stars Will Shine on The Ridgefield Playhouse Stage this Season
by A.A. Cristi - October 06, 2016

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp made their debut in Broadway's cultural phenomenon RENT.  Chita Rivera - who has reached legendary status - has starred in Chicago and Kiss of the Spider Woman and many more iconic roles. These talented performers are just a few among a long list of countless stars who ...





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