At a book signing for his big bestseller, Reggie Howarth encounters a former student from teaching days at a women's prison. Intelligent and beautiful, Teresa's presence scares him to the bone. She claims he stole her life story, which is almost akin to taking her life, and she wants it back. A struggle begins as the ex-
Anchorage Opera Performs BOUND in February 2026
by Stephi Wild - December 09, 2025
Anchorage Opera will present Bound, a contemporary chamber opera by composer Huang Ruo with a libretto by Bao-Long Chu, in a short run at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts’ Sydney Laurence Theatre....
Alisa Rosenthal to Present Encore Of BIG HONOR STUDENT ENERGY at Newport Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 05, 2025
Fresh off a wild run at the Minnesota Fringe Festival, Chicago-based comedian and Evanston native Alisa Rosenthal is returning home for one last performance of her hit storytelling hour 'Big Honor Student Energy'. ...
Lineup Set for 2025 Emerging Writers Group Spotlight Series at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed the line-up today for the Emerging Writers Group’s Spotlight Series, a collection of free performances where members of the current cohort present their full-length plays. Learn more!...
Review: SHOWIN' UP BLACK at Cleveland Public Theatre
by Roy Berko - March 07, 2025
In a recent email Cleveland Public Theatre’s Executive Artistic Director, Raymond Bobgan stated, “At Cleveland Public Theatre, we believe in the power of art to transform, heal, and build community. In these times of uncertainty, fear, anxiety, and division, we remain steadfast in our mission to...
Pa'lante Theater Company And The Bushnell To Present Afro Latino Film Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 13, 2024
Pa'lante Theater Company, in collaboration with The Bushnell, has revealed the dates and lineup of the nearly-40 films featured in The 2nd Annual Afro Latino Film Festival. ...
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at Riffe Center Studio 1
by Paul Batterson - October 29, 2024
Sometimes you can tell a lot about a production even before you enter the theatre. For example, the Columbus Children’s Theatre placed a large fishbowl of Kleenex packets in the lobby for attendees of its musical, NEXT TO NORMAL....
Nina Arianda and J.K. Simmons to Star in Ensemble Cast of 109 BILLION FOLLOWERS
by Josh Sharpe - October 08, 2024
Oscar-winner J.K. Simmons and Tony winner Nina Arianda have joined the ensemble cast of 109 BILLION FOLLOWERS, which begins filming this November in New York City. Learn more about the film which is described as a magical realism dramedy from writer, director, and producer Ela Thier....
Kelly Jeanne Pittman Releases New Book UNLEASHING HAPPINESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 07, 2024
Kelly Jeanne Pittman's debut memoir, Unleashing Happiness: How I Helped Free My Child from Anxious Thoughts, offers hope and practical solutions for parents dealing with their child's intense emotions and daily battles. Learn how to purchase. ...
Interview: Kelly Jenrette Doesn't Draw LINES IN THE DUST
by Gil Kaan - November 05, 2023
Collaborative Artists Bloc & Support Black Theatre will West Coast premiere Nikkole Salter’s Lines in the Dust November 4, 2023 at the Matrix Theatre. Desean K. Terry directs the cast of Kelly Jenrette, Erica Tazel and Tony Pasqualini, with Kelly and Erica playing the dual roles of Beverly and Den...
Alisa Rosenthal's BIG HONOR STUDENT ENERGY To Play 2023 Gotham Storytelling Festival At Under St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 27, 2023
Alisa Rosenthal presents 'Big Honor Student Energy' written and directed by Alisa Rosenthal at the 2023 Gotham Storytelling Festival on 11/11 at UNDER St. Marks....
FRIGID New York to Present the 12th Annual Gotham Storytelling Festival at UNDER St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 26, 2023
FRIGID New York will present the 12th Annual Gotham Storytelling Festival, featuring some of the most cutting-edge storytellers in New York City. Learn how to purchase tickets!...
OUR LADY OF COMMON SORROWS Premieres at Cleveland Public Theatre
by Stephi Wild - September 19, 2023
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the highly anticipated World Premiere of Our Lady of Common Sorrows by Jaiie Dayo Aliya. Learn more about the play and how to get tickets here!...
Director Tamika Miller's HONOR STUDENT to Screen at Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 02, 2023
Get ready for a thrilling experience! Join director Tamika Miller at the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF) to watch the award-winning film 'Honor Student.' This gripping thriller tackles important social issues and promises to leave a lasting impact. ...
Cleveland Public Theatre Launches 'Making Waves' 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - July 20, 2023
Cleveland Public Theatre’s (CPT) Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan has announced the 2023/2024 Season “Making Waves.” Learn more about the full lineup here!...
Composer Huang Ruo Conducts BOUND, A True Story Of Navigating Life As A Second-Generation Immigrant
by Blair Ingenthron - April 27, 2023
Seattle Opera closes its 2022/23 season with the West Coast premiere of Bound, a new chamber opera from composer Huang Ruo and librettist Bao-Long Chu that premiered at Houston Grand Opera in 2014....
Seattle Bound Presents BOUND, Based On A True Story, Explores The Contradictions Of The Immigrant Experience
by A.A. Cristi - December 14, 2022
Continuing its commitment to new works and today's stories, Seattle Opera presents Bound, a chamber opera by composer Huang Ruo and librettist Bao-Long Chu. Based on true events, Bound tells the story of Diane Tran, a 17-year-old honor student who spent a night in jail in 2012 for truancy when she m...
Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for New ANNIE National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 01, 2022
Leapin’ Lizards! The full cast and creative team has been announced for the all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award®-winning musical ANNIE. In the title role of Annie is Ellie Pulsifer, a 12-year-old actress from South Florida, making her tour debut. ...
Casting Announced For Weeks Four and Five of The Blank Theatre's 30th Annual Young Playwrights Festival
by Stephi Wild - July 25, 2022
Casting has been announced for weeks four and five of The Blank Theatre's 30th Annual Young Playwrights Festival. Being presented as digital shorts, the final three of 12 winning plays by young playwrights aged 15–19 will be available to stream on Vimeo July 22– August 11....
City Theatre's SUMMER SHORTS Returns! for 25th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - May 09, 2022
City Theatre and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County present the 25th Silver Anniversary season of SUMMER SHORTS, featuring a program of new short comedies, dramas and mini-musicals as well as fresh revivals of past Festival favorites written by the country's best ...
Sadie Stanley, Griffin Gluck & More to Lead CRUEL SUMMER Season Two
by Michael Major - April 21, 2022
Executive produced by Emmy® Award nominee Jessica Biel and Michelle Purple (“The Sinner,” “Candy”) through Iron Ocean Productions and from studio eOne, the first season of “Cruel Summer” was a critical and ratings smash, making it Freeform’s most-watched series in network history....
Virginia Arts Festival Announces Complete Cast For THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Stephi Wild - March 23, 2022
The cast is comprised of established Broadway artists and local rising stars. Part of the Virginia Arts Festival's 25th Anniversary Season, the new production is led by Conductor Rob Fisher, the Festival's Artistic Advisor of Musical Theater & American Songbook and Stage Director Matt Kunkel....
Virginia Arts Festival Announces Complete Cast For THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by A.A. Cristi - March 22, 2022
The Virginia Arts Festival has announced the complete cast for The Sound of Music, co-produced by the Festival and the Virginia Opera May 13-15 at the Harrison Opera House. ...
New Discovery+ Series REMIX MY SPACE WITH MARSAI MARTIN Spotlights Bedroom Makeovers
by Michael Major - December 14, 2021
Remarkable young people who have made a lasting positive impact in their communities will get the surprise of a lifetime when actress Marsai Martin shows up in their backyard, school or local park with news that she and her team will give them a personalized bedroom makeover in the new discovery+ se...
Disney+ Wraps Production on CHANG CAN DUNK
by Michael Major - December 02, 2021
“Chang Can Dunk” follows Chang, a 16-year-old, Asian American high school student in the marching band, who bets the school basketball star that he can dunk by Homecoming. The bet leads the 5’ 8' Chang on a quest to find the hops he needs to dunk in order to impress his crush, Kristy, and gain...
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for MONSTER on Netflix
by Sarah Leiber - April 06, 2021
The film follows his dramatic journey from a smart, likeable film student from Harlem attending an elite high school through a complex legal battle that could leave him spending the rest of his life in prison....
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