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InDepth InterView: Mandy Gonzalez Talks New Film, ONE NIGHT STAND, Plus WICKED, IN THE HEIGHTS & More
by Pat Cerasaro - January 29, 2013

Today we are talking to a phenomenally talented performer who has starred in a string of contemporary musicals, ranging from replacement gigs in the Broadway productions of Elton John & Tim Rice's AIDA and Stephen Schwartz's WICKED to creating lead roles in Jim Steinman's DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES and L...


Wexner Center Announces Fall Season With Artists From England, Ireland, Brazil & More
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 03, 2009

The Wexner Center's eclectic fall season features performing artists from England, Ireland, Brazil, New York, and elsewhere, including co-commissioned work; films from Turkey, France, Taiwan, and beyond; the sixth annual Zoom: Family Film Fest; and the first U.S. retrospective of the work of infl...


Construction Begins For New Walkway At Berkshire Theatre Festival
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 28, 2010

It's happening now! Many of you have heard us talking about the BTF Master Plan (now the BTF GREEN plan) for the past several years. While it's been underway since 2008, the first really visible signs of change are taking place on the BTF campus this spring....


Polarity Ensemble Presents PEER GYNT at DCA Storefront Theater 11/15-12/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 01, 2011

Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with the DCA Theater, presents the Chicago premiere of Peer Gynt, a zany, high-energy translation by prolific poet Robert Bly of this rarely-produced Henrik Ibsen classic....


'Buffy' Star Tom Lenk Is New 'Franz' In ROCK OF AGES 9/14
by Charlie Piane - August 31, 2009

Entertainment Weekly is reporting that 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' star Tom Lenk will join five-time Tony nominated hit musical, ROCK OF AGES on Sept. 14. Lenk will star as 'Franz,' the son of a German developer who wants to demolish the Sunset Strip (including LA's favorite rock club). The actor ori...


No Child...: A Captive Audience
by Michael Dale - July 28, 2006

Nilaja Sun's completely absorbing and exceptionally performed solo play, based on her experiences teaching in some of New York's toughest public schools, is easily one of the best offerings currently available in any New York theatre...


BWW Interviews: MARY POPPINS' 'Bert,' Gavin Lee
by Joseph Harrison - April 23, 2010

When Mary Poppins flies into London to help out the Banks family, a familiar face is there to greet her with open arms. Her trusted friend and cohort, the chimney sweep and fun-loving Bert, is ready to help Mary share her magic with this family in need. When Mary Poppins, the award winning Broadway...


Fall Festivals and Open Houses Announces For The Baltimore Area
by Robert Lawlor - October 14, 2010

The Baltimore Metro area is blessed with an array of independent schools, each with its own unique approach to education. Choosing the right school for your child requires information....


Brian d’Arcy James Begins Engagement at 54 BELOW Tonight
by Kelsey Denette - June 26, 2012

Tonight, Tuesday, June 26, Tony Award nominee Brian d'Arcy James launches his New York City solo concert debut with his show "Under The Influence" at 54 Below. New York knows him from Broadway's Time Stands Still, Next to Normal, Shrek, The Lieutenant of Inishmore, The Apple Tree, Dirty Rotten Scoun...


Geffen Playhouse Presents Nottage's RUINED, 9/15
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2010

Lynn Nottage's Pulitzer Prize winning play Ruined, a powerful portrayal of the triumph of the human spirit in the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo, opens at the Geffen Playhouse on September 15. Ruined, a co-production with Seattle's Intiman Theatre, is the most acclaimed play of 2009 garnering...


BWW Interviews: Ben Vereen Comes to Toronto
by Kelly Cameron - October 17, 2011

Broadway legend Ben Vereen comes to Toronto for one very special night, this Thursday October 20th at The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. Mr. Vereen will be performing songs from his new album, Steppin' Out, as well as paying tribute to many iconic singers from the past century. BWW ...


Reggie Workman's Sculptured Sounds Presents THE HAPPENING 2010 At St. Peter's Church
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 08, 2010

Reggie Workman's Sculptured Sounds presents THE HAPPENING 2010 @ Saint Peter's Church, Jan. 8, 5:30 - 11pm...


Philly Urban Arts Festival Presents 43 Shows in 21 Days, Opens 9/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 22, 2010

The brisk, colorful autumn season is an ideal time to experience the spectrum of performances happening now at the Philly Urban Theatre Festival....


Chicago Dramatists Welcomes Six New Resident Playwrights
by Steve Leary - September 24, 2008

Chicago Dramatists has appointed six new playwrights to its Resident Playwright program, Artistic Director Russ Tutterow announced today. The new Residents in this 30th anniversary season are Mary Ruth Clarke, Cheryl Coons, Christopher De Paola, Sarah Gubbins, David Scott Hay, and Jon Steinhagen. ...


stageFARM To Present 'Spin' Starting 10/3
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2008

In the spirit of last season's acclaimed VENGEANCE, the Off-Broadway theatre company the stageFARM (Carrie Shaltz, Founder / Executive Director and Alex Kilgore, Artistic Director) will present the world premiere of SPIN, a series of new short plays commissioned on the timely topic by Adam Rapp, G...


The Brick Theater Presents THE TOO SOON FESTIVAL
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 20, 2010

From June 4th to July 3rd, 2010 The Brick Theater, Inc. proudly presents THE TOO SOON FESTIVAL...


London Calling: Sheik and Sater on SPRING AWAKENING ... the Film!
by Eddie Varley - March 31, 2009

London Calling with Champagne Charlie - Dateline: Spring Awakening - BW EXCLUSIVE - The Film in pre production now!...


London Calling: Sheik and Sater on SPRING AWAKENING ... the Film!
by Eddie Varley - March 31, 2009

London Calling with Champagne Charlie - Dateline: Spring Awakening - BW EXCLUSIVE - The Film in pre production now!...


An Interview with Leo Ash Evens
by Nick Orlando - July 31, 2006

Leo Ash Evens is making his Ravinia Festival debut this August as Tulsa in Gypsy, alongside Patti LuPone. He has performed the role of Tulsa twice before, most recently in Houston, TX opposite Andrea McArdle. Evens made his international debut in Moscow, as Billy Lawlor in 42nd Street....


Kilgore and Cabnet Direct 'Spin' At Cherry Lane
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2008

Alex Kilgore and Evan Cabnet are set to direct the world premiere of the stageFARM's newest work, SPIN, which begins performances on Friday, October 3, at The Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce Street). ...


Backstreet Boys Announce GMA Reunion Concert
by Caryn Robbins - July 17, 2012

The Backstreet Boys have announced today that all five members of the group will reunite for a performance on ABC's GOOD MORNING AMERICA as part of the morning show's Summer Concert Series on August 31....


Geffen Playhouse Presents Nottage's RUINED, 9/15
by Nicole Rosky - September 02, 2010

Lynn Nottage's Pulitzer Prize winning play Ruined, a powerful portrayal of the triumph of the human spirit in the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo, opens at the Geffen Playhouse on September 15. Ruined, a co-production with Seattle's Intiman Theatre, is the most acclaimed play of 2009 garnering...


Valerie 'Rhoda' Harper as Prime Minister Meir Starts Oct. 18!
by Beau Higgins - October 10, 2005

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BWW INTERVIEWS: The Cast Of PARADISE FOUND - Part One, Jim Poulos And Judy Kaye
by Carrie Dunn - April 25, 2010

Harold Prince and Susan Stroman will direct an all-American cast in the world premiere of Paradise Found at the Menier Chocolate Factory. Based on the novel The Tale of the 1002nd Night by Viennese author Joseph Roth, Paradise Found previews from 19 May. And we've been catching up with them! Here's ...


Rapp and Schultz Among Writers in World Premiere of SPIN
by Faetra Petillo - September 03, 2008

the stageFARM (Alex Kilgore, Artistic Director and Carrie Shaltz, Founder / Executive Director) has announced the line-up of plays that will comprise the world premiere of SPIN, a series of new short plays (commissioned on the timely topic) by Adam Rapp, Gina Gionfriddo, Judith Thompson, Elizabeth M...






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