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J. Everett Prewitt Receives Fifth Award for A LONG WAY BACK
by Christina Mancuso - December 05, 2016
In A Long Way Back, Black soldiers thought to be killed in action mysteriously reappear in Cu Chi, Vietnam. A curious war correspondent uncovers an illegal army mission gone awry. The novel is an intriguing glimpse into the Vietnam War, merging the lives of the soldiers and the reporter as they stru...
by Christina Mancuso - December 05, 2016
In A Long Way Back, Black soldiers thought to be killed in action mysteriously reappear in Cu Chi, Vietnam. A curious war correspondent uncovers an illegal army mission gone awry. The novel is an intriguing glimpse into the Vietnam War, merging the lives of the soldiers and the reporter as they stru...
Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics & The Jones Girls Set for NJPAC
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2016
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics featuring LJ Reynolds, The Jones Girls featuring Shirley Jones, Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, Ted Mills - the voice of Blue Magic - and more! Only NJ appearance of ...
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2016
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics featuring LJ Reynolds, The Jones Girls featuring Shirley Jones, Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, Ted Mills - the voice of Blue Magic - and more! Only NJ appearance of ...
BWW Review: Beth Leavel Boffo @ Birth of The Black Box Broadway Series
by Nancy Grossman - November 21, 2016
Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel launched the Broadway Series at The Black Box at the Franklin Performing Arts Company in a boffo one-night-only concert, accompanied on piano by Musical Director Phil Reno. The star was joined onstage by five young FPAC vocalists who portend a bright future for musical ...
by Nancy Grossman - November 21, 2016
Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel launched the Broadway Series at The Black Box at the Franklin Performing Arts Company in a boffo one-night-only concert, accompanied on piano by Musical Director Phil Reno. The star was joined onstage by five young FPAC vocalists who portend a bright future for musical ...
Norris Theatre to Close Out Election Year with '1776' in Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
The pivotal event in American history will blaze to vivid life at the Norris Theatre in a staged concert performance of the musical, '1776,' November 11-12 at 8 p.m....
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
The pivotal event in American history will blaze to vivid life at the Norris Theatre in a staged concert performance of the musical, '1776,' November 11-12 at 8 p.m....
Norris Theatre to Close Out Election Year with '1776' in Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016
The pivotal event in American history will blaze to vivid life at the Norris Theatre in a staged concert performance of the musical, '1776,' November 11-12 at 8 p.m....
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016
The pivotal event in American history will blaze to vivid life at the Norris Theatre in a staged concert performance of the musical, '1776,' November 11-12 at 8 p.m....
Rivertown Theaters to Bring Politics to the Stage 1776-Style This Fall
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will be the center of the most entertaining political process in history when the Tony Award- winning musical 1776 convenes on the Main Stage November 4 -20, just in time to give voters some relief and diversion from this year's Presid...
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will be the center of the most entertaining political process in history when the Tony Award- winning musical 1776 convenes on the Main Stage November 4 -20, just in time to give voters some relief and diversion from this year's Presid...
Photo Flash: Rivertown Theaters Presents 1776
by A.A. Cristi - November 01, 2016
What better time to celebrate the birth of America's independence than during an election year…..and what better way than with a Tony Award winning musical set in 1776? The turning point in American history blazes to vivid life in our November musical offering, 1776. A funny, insightful and c...
by A.A. Cristi - November 01, 2016
What better time to celebrate the birth of America's independence than during an election year…..and what better way than with a Tony Award winning musical set in 1776? The turning point in American history blazes to vivid life in our November musical offering, 1776. A funny, insightful and c...
Crossroads Theatre Company Presents SOCIAL JUSTICE: GENESIS
by A.A. Cristi - October 31, 2016
During this period of highly charged political campaigns and just a few days prior to Election Day, the Crossroads Theatre Company will present Social Justice: Genesis, an evening of short plays focusing on themes of social justice at 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 4....
by A.A. Cristi - October 31, 2016
During this period of highly charged political campaigns and just a few days prior to Election Day, the Crossroads Theatre Company will present Social Justice: Genesis, an evening of short plays focusing on themes of social justice at 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 4....
Guy Louis, ANNE OF GREEN GABLES and More Set for Meadow Brook Theatre's 2016-17 Children's Series
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016
Meadow Brook Theatre continues to provide children's entertainment for the 9th season. Beginning in October of 2016, the theatre will present 6 shows for children!...
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016
Meadow Brook Theatre continues to provide children's entertainment for the 9th season. Beginning in October of 2016, the theatre will present 6 shows for children!...
Meadow Brook Announces 2016-2017 Children's Series Schedule and Sponsors
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016
Meadow Brook Theatre is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 Children Series Season, sponsored by Genisys Credit Union. Each year, Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) presents a series of performances designed to introduce children to the wonder of theatre and the arts. Now in its 9th year, the Children's Serie...
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016
Meadow Brook Theatre is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 Children Series Season, sponsored by Genisys Credit Union. Each year, Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) presents a series of performances designed to introduce children to the wonder of theatre and the arts. Now in its 9th year, the Children's Serie...
Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics & The Jones Girls Set for NJPAC
by A.A. Cristi - October 20, 2016
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics featuring LJ Reynolds, The Jones Girls featuring Shirley Jones, Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, Ted Mills - the voice of Blue Magic - and more! Only NJ appearance of ...
by A.A. Cristi - October 20, 2016
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, The Dramatics featuring LJ Reynolds, The Jones Girls featuring Shirley Jones, Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, Ted Mills - the voice of Blue Magic - and more! Only NJ appearance of ...
BWW Review: 44 PLAYS FOR 44 PRESIDENTS is an American History Geek's Turn On at CPT...But...
by Roy Berko - October 19, 2016
Yes, in a period of two hours and twenty minutes, plus intermission, 44 plays whoosh across the Cleveland Public Theatre stage. During that time the audience is exposed to all of the United States of America's Presidents. Well, to be honest, there are 45 plays...one, based on the audience vote, an a...
by Roy Berko - October 19, 2016
Yes, in a period of two hours and twenty minutes, plus intermission, 44 plays whoosh across the Cleveland Public Theatre stage. During that time the audience is exposed to all of the United States of America's Presidents. Well, to be honest, there are 45 plays...one, based on the audience vote, an a...
Photo Flash: First Look at The Legacy Theatre's 11th Season Opener 1776
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2016
Before there was Hamilton, there was 1776. This award-winning musical opens the Legacy's eleventh season running now through October 23rd. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!...
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2016
Before there was Hamilton, there was 1776. This award-winning musical opens the Legacy's eleventh season running now through October 23rd. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!...
BWW Review: 1776 THE MUSICAL - A Winning Declaration
by Lynn Beaver - October 10, 2016
Currently playing at The Georgetown Palace Theatre, 1776 THE MUSICAL, has a new concept on the popular, patriotic show that succeeds on every level. Director Clifford Butler has assembled a top notch cast with an added bonus. He chose to blind cast the roles in the musical, making fully half of the ...
by Lynn Beaver - October 10, 2016
Currently playing at The Georgetown Palace Theatre, 1776 THE MUSICAL, has a new concept on the popular, patriotic show that succeeds on every level. Director Clifford Butler has assembled a top notch cast with an added bonus. He chose to blind cast the roles in the musical, making fully half of the ...
Rivertown Theaters to Bring Politics to the Stage 1776-Style This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2016
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will be the center of the most entertaining political process in history when the Tony Award- winning musical 1776 convenes on the Main Stage November 4 -20, just in time to give voters some relief and diversion from this year's Presid...
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2016
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will be the center of the most entertaining political process in history when the Tony Award- winning musical 1776 convenes on the Main Stage November 4 -20, just in time to give voters some relief and diversion from this year's Presid...
Virginia Rep to Open 1776, THE MUSICAL This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of 1776, The Musical, at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street today, September 30, 2016 with two previews on September 28 and 29....
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of 1776, The Musical, at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street today, September 30, 2016 with two previews on September 28 and 29....
The Birth of a Nation! The Alpha Players to Present 1776 This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2016
Come and witness the birth of a nation with The Alpha Players and a live orchestra when they present '1776' at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 7, 8 & 9, 2016....
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2016
Come and witness the birth of a nation with The Alpha Players and a live orchestra when they present '1776' at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 7, 8 & 9, 2016....
BWW Review: The Engeman's 1776
by Melissa Giordano - September 28, 2016
In seeing the Tony winning Sherman Edwards/Peter Stone musical 1776, we get an interesting account of the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration Of Independence. It is actually uncanny - and kind of funny - how this story still resonates today; petty arguing amongst congress and how div...
by Melissa Giordano - September 28, 2016
In seeing the Tony winning Sherman Edwards/Peter Stone musical 1776, we get an interesting account of the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration Of Independence. It is actually uncanny - and kind of funny - how this story still resonates today; petty arguing amongst congress and how div...
Photo Flash: First Look at Jamie LaVerdiere, David Studwell and More in 1776 at the Engeman
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2016
The John W. Engeman Theater presents 1776 now through Sunday, November 6, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!...
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2016
The John W. Engeman Theater presents 1776 now through Sunday, November 6, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!...
CPCC Theatre Announces Cast of 1776
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2016
CPCC Theatre has announced its cast for 1776 the Musical....
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2016
CPCC Theatre has announced its cast for 1776 the Musical....
CPCC Theatre to Kick Off 2016-17 Season with 1776: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2016
Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) Theatre is excited to kick off its 2016-2017 performance season with "1776: The Musical," September 23 to October 2, in its Pease Auditorium....
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2016
Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) Theatre is excited to kick off its 2016-2017 performance season with "1776: The Musical," September 23 to October 2, in its Pease Auditorium....
Jamie Laverdiere, David Studwell and More Star in 1776, Starting Tonight at the Engeman Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2016
The John W. Engeman Theater presents 1776. Performances begin tonight, September 22, at 8:00pm and run through Sunday, November 6, 2016....
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2016
The John W. Engeman Theater presents 1776. Performances begin tonight, September 22, at 8:00pm and run through Sunday, November 6, 2016....
Meadow Brook Announces 2016-2017 Children's Series Schedule and Sponsors
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2016
Meadow Brook Theatre is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 Children Series Season, sponsored by Genisys Credit Union. Each year, Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) presents a series of performances designed to introduce children to the wonder of theatre and the arts. Now in its 9th year, the Children's Serie...
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2016
Meadow Brook Theatre is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 Children Series Season, sponsored by Genisys Credit Union. Each year, Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) presents a series of performances designed to introduce children to the wonder of theatre and the arts. Now in its 9th year, the Children's Serie...
Jamie Laverdiere, David Studwell and More to Star in 1776 at the Engeman Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2016
The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for 1776. Performances begin on Thursday, September 22 at 8:00pm and run through Sunday, November 6, 2016....
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2016
The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for 1776. Performances begin on Thursday, September 22 at 8:00pm and run through Sunday, November 6, 2016....
The Birth of a Nation! The Alpha Players to Present 1776 This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2016
Come and witness the birth of a nation with The Alpha Players and a live orchestra when they present '1776' at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 7, 8 & 9, 2016....
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2016
Come and witness the birth of a nation with The Alpha Players and a live orchestra when they present '1776' at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 7, 8 & 9, 2016....
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