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The Underground Railroad, a vast network of people who helped fugitive slaves escape to the North and to Canada, was not run by any single organization or person. Rather, it consisted of many individuals -- many whites but predominently black -- who knew only of the local efforts to aid fugitives and not of the overall operation. Still, it effectively moved hundreds of slaves northward each year -- according to one estimate, the South lost 100,000 slaves between 1810 and 1850.

Mendelssohn Choir Of Pittsburgh's Music Director To Step Down Photo Mendelssohn Choir Of Pittsburgh's Music Director To Step Down
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2023

The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh (MCP) has announced that Matthew Mehaffey, the choir's Robert Page Music Director, will be leaving at the end of the 2022-'23 season. During his seven seasons with the choir, Mehaffey expanded its reach through compelling storytelling, unconventional collaboration...
 The World Premiere of A MAROON'S GUIDE TO TIME & SPACE Comes to Houston in May Photo The World Premiere of A MAROON'S GUIDE TO TIME & SPACE Comes to Houston in May
by Stephi Wild - April 20, 2023

The latest new work from Houston writer, actor, and director Candice D’Meza is a multidisciplinary, immersive theatre piece that blends live performance, music, video, and omniscient cosmic forces to travel the future-telling visions and seizure-fever dreams of heroic abolitionist and conductor of t...
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops Announce 2023-2024 Season Featuring Photo Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops Announce 2023-2024 Season Featuring HAMLET, THE FIREBIRD & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 22, 2023

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops announced details for the 2023-24 season, Louis Langrée’s eleventh and final season as Music Director of the Orchestra....
Ars Nova Announces Lineup For 15th Annual ANT Fest Photo Ars Nova Announces Lineup For 15th Annual ANT Fest
by Blair Ingenthron - May 23, 2023

Ars Nova, under the leadership of Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan and Producing Executive Director Renee Blinkwolt, has announced the lineup for its 15th Annual ANT Fest featuring 13 shows, 12 of which will premiere in-person and on Ars Nova Supra with one exclusively premiering on Ars Nova S...
Ars Nova Announces February 2023 Lineup Featuring Rachel Lark & More Photo Ars Nova Announces February 2023 Lineup Featuring Rachel Lark & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2023

Ars Nova has announce details for performances taking place in February 2023. Singer/songwriter, producer, and playwright Rachel Lark takes center stage in Rachel Lark: Anthems & Confessions For A Complicated World on February 3....
Ars Nova Sets March 2023 Lineup Featuring Mayte Natalio, Roderick Woodruff & More Photo Ars Nova Sets March 2023 Lineup Featuring Mayte Natalio, Roderick Woodruff & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 07, 2023

Ars Nova has announced details for performances taking place in March 2023. See performers and how to purchase tickets....
Ars Nova to Present THE CAMP BONFIRE SERIES, Four-Night Festival of New Comedy Photo Ars Nova to Present THE CAMP BONFIRE SERIES, Four-Night Festival of New Comedy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 06, 2023

Ars Nova has announced details for the third edition of The CAMP Bonfire Series, a four-night festival of new comedy works created by the organization’s resident comedy artists....
MOTHER LODE to Return To Carnegie Stage in June Photo MOTHER LODE to Return To Carnegie Stage in June
by Blair Ingenthron - April 27, 2023

Mother Lode, a play by Virginia Wall Gruenert, will return to Carnegie Stage June 3 at 8:00pm and June 4 at 3:00pm. The production stars Linda Haston, and is directed by Ingrid Sonnichsen....
Photos: Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and More Attend Opening Night of THE APP Photo Photos: Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and More Attend Opening Night of THE APPOINTMENT
by Bruce Glikas - January 20, 2023

Lightning Rod Special presents a return engagement of their critically acclaimed musical The Appointment. The production had its opening night recently, and stars attended include Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and more. Check out photos here!...
Station Hope Features a Poet Laureate, a Focus on Jesse Owens, a Local Jazz Club, and Photo Station Hope Features a Poet Laureate, a Focus on Jesse Owens, a Local Jazz Club, and More
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the 10th anniversary of Station Hope on Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm on the grounds of Cleveland’s first authenticated Underground Railroad site St. John’s Episcopal Church at 2600 Church Avenue. Station Hope is a jubilant community event ce...
Now Hiring: Sound Engineer, Costume Personnel & More - BWW Classifieds Photo Now Hiring: Sound Engineer, Costume Personnel & More - BWW Classifieds
by - April 13, 2023

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/13/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry....
Trapper Schoepp Releases 'Devil's Kettle' From New Album 'Siren Songs' Photo Trapper Schoepp Releases 'Devil's Kettle' From New Album 'Siren Songs'
by Michael Major - February 16, 2023

Produced by John Jackson (The Jayhawks, Ray Davies) and Patrick Sansone (Wilco), these recording sessions took place at Cash's historic Cash Cabin in Hendersonville, TN where they recorded with instruments found on the storied grounds – ranging from June Carter Cash’s Steinway piano to an old railro...
Arts Garage in Delray Beach Will Present THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN Next Month Photo Arts Garage in Delray Beach Will Present THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 18, 2023

Marjorie Waldo, President & CEO of Arts Garage, has announced the nonprofit organization's 2022-2023 theater season will conclude next month with another thought-provoking production....
Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for DISNEY'S BEAUTY & THE BEAST at The Muny Photo Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for DISNEY'S BEAUTY & THE BEAST at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - June 11, 2023

Check out a sneak peek video of the first day of rehearsal for Disney's Beauty & the Beast at The Muny, starring Ashley Blanchet, Ben Crawford, Claybourne Elder, Ann Harada, and more!...
MÄLKKI LEADS DVOŘÁK & More Lead Los Angeles' March Theater Top Picks Photo MÄLKKI LEADS DVOŘÁK & More Lead Los Angeles' March Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - March 01, 2023

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's top picks include Mälkki Leads Dvořák and more!...
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati Presents TCT ON TOUR Shows for 2023-24 Season Photo The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati Presents TCT ON TOUR Shows for 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 30, 2023

The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) will present four TCT On Tour productions to audiences around the region – and the country!...
Collingwood Music Festival to Be Held Next Month Photo Collingwood Music Festival to Be Held Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - June 18, 2023

Collingwood Music Festival has announced additional events at the festival, running July 8 – 15....
Palace Theater Hosts 'Harriet Tubman' Play Reading and Discussion For Juneteenth Photo Palace Theater Hosts 'Harriet Tubman' Play Reading and Discussion For Juneteenth
by Stephi Wild - June 02, 2023

On June 19th from 1:30 – 3:30 pm, join the Palace Theater for a captivating Juneteenth event that celebrates the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman through a compelling play reading and thought-provoking follow-up discussion. ...
Playhouse Square To Present Comedy, Concerts And More In February Photo Playhouse Square To Present Comedy, Concerts And More In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 23, 2023

Playhouse Square will welcome unique shows to its stages this February, spanning comedy, music, theatrical performances and more. ...
Collingwood Music Festival Hosts Spring Fundraiser As Ticket Sales Open For 2023 Photo Collingwood Music Festival Hosts Spring Fundraiser As Ticket Sales Open For 2023
by Blair Ingenthron - April 28, 2023

The Collingwood Music Festival has announced that ticket sales are now open for their fourth annual festival. ...
UPCYCLED CINDERELLA - An Imaginative Children's Show is Coming to Little Theatre of M Photo UPCYCLED CINDERELLA - An Imaginative Children's Show is Coming to Little Theatre of Manchester
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 10, 2023

AN IMAGINATIVE CHILDREN'S SHOW UPCYCLED CINDERELLA is coming to Little Theatre of Manchester on April 22!...
THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD Comes to Springfield Ahead of Potential New York Run Photo THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD Comes to Springfield Ahead of Potential New York Run
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2023

Springfield, IL – historically significant as the State Capitol AND the place Abraham Lincoln called home from 1837-1861- when he began his tenure in The White House as one of the most lauded presidents in history-will serve as host for a joyous and riveting new musical love story....
New Arts Center, Theatre Rehearsal Space Opens in Midtown Manhattan Photo New Arts Center, Theatre Rehearsal Space Opens in Midtown Manhattan
by A.A. Cristi - April 21, 2023

A new arts center is opening in midtown Manhattan to provide rehearsal and teaching space for performing arts organizations. Houghton Hall Arts Community offers 17,000 square feet of rehearsal rooms, acting studios, offices, and meeting space to performing arts organizations, teachers, actors, and o...
Northern Liberties Celebrates Black History Month With New Audio Tour and Debut Of WI Photo Northern Liberties Celebrates Black History Month With New Audio Tour and Debut Of WINDOW STORIES
by Stephi Wild - February 02, 2023

Northern Liberties Business Improvement District announces plans to celebrate the neighborhood’s rich history this February. Launching for Black History Month are two new activations, including a new Audio Walking Tour: Northern Liberties Black History and Window Stories, a series of vinyl window cl...
Caramoor Summer Season Opens With Audra McDonald & Orchestra of St. Luke, June 17 Photo Caramoor Summer Season Opens With Audra McDonald & Orchestra of St. Luke, June 17
by A.A. Cristi - June 08, 2023

Caramoor officially opens its 2023 summer season on June 17 with a concert featuring vocalist Audra McDonald, alongside Orchestra of St. Luke's (OSL). ...




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