Narrated by two-time Oscar nominee Jeremy Renner (The Hurt Locker, The Town), this three-night event series features gripping dramatic scenes, stunning CGI visuals and interviews with contemporary leaders, including John McCain, Colin Powell, John Major and David Miliband, along with noted historians from around the world. The World Wars is a mini-series event that takes viewers on an epic and groundbreaking ride through the bloodiest century in history.
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STAGE TUBE: On This Day 4/4- FOLLIES
by Nicole Rosky - April 04, 2012
Today in 1971, Follies opened at the Winter Garden Theatre, where it ran for 522 performances. Follies is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Goldman. The story concerns a reunion in a crumbling Broadway theatre, scheduled for demolition, of the past performers of...
by Nicole Rosky - April 04, 2012
Today in 1971, Follies opened at the Winter Garden Theatre, where it ran for 522 performances. Follies is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Goldman. The story concerns a reunion in a crumbling Broadway theatre, scheduled for demolition, of the past performers of...
Pianist Shai Wosner To Perform Ullmann's 'The Coronet' with Wolfgang Holzmair at 92Y, 1/23
by Kelsey Denette - December 13, 2011
Pianist Shai Wosner will perform songs based on a theme of war by composers Ullmann, Mahler and Debussy in the Kaufmann Concert Hall at the 92nd Street Y on Monday, January 23, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Part of the 92nd Street Y's multi-disciplinary series Will to Create, Will to Live: The Music of Terezi...
by Kelsey Denette - December 13, 2011
Pianist Shai Wosner will perform songs based on a theme of war by composers Ullmann, Mahler and Debussy in the Kaufmann Concert Hall at the 92nd Street Y on Monday, January 23, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Part of the 92nd Street Y's multi-disciplinary series Will to Create, Will to Live: The Music of Terezi...
The Theatre @ Boston Court Announces PLAY/ground New Play Festival
by Kelsey Denette - November 16, 2011
The Theatre @ Boston Court announces PLAY/ground, the annual New Play Festival December 10-11, 2011 at Boston Court Performing Arts Center in Pasadena, CA. Literary Managers Aaron Henne and Emilie Beck, in concert with Artistic Directors Jessica Kubzansky and Michael Michetti, have selected five pla...
by Kelsey Denette - November 16, 2011
The Theatre @ Boston Court announces PLAY/ground, the annual New Play Festival December 10-11, 2011 at Boston Court Performing Arts Center in Pasadena, CA. Literary Managers Aaron Henne and Emilie Beck, in concert with Artistic Directors Jessica Kubzansky and Michael Michetti, have selected five pla...
TV: Highlights from THE BLUE FLOWER Starring Kudisch, Arcelus & Wicks
by Nicole Rosky - November 11, 2011
Second Stage Theatre opened THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz on November 9. Check out performance highlights from the new show below!...
by Nicole Rosky - November 11, 2011
Second Stage Theatre opened THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz on November 9. Check out performance highlights from the new show below!...
Photo Coverage: Marc Kudisch, Sebastian Arcelus & More Open THE BLUE FLOWER at Second Stage
by Peter James Zielinski - November 10, 2011
Second Stage Theatre opened THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, last night, November 9. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the after party and brings you photo coverage below....
by Peter James Zielinski - November 10, 2011
Second Stage Theatre opened THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, last night, November 9. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the after party and brings you photo coverage below....
THE BLUE FLOWER, Featuring Sebastian Arcelus, Marc Kudisch, Teal Wicks, et al., Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2011
Second Stage Theatre (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director) has announced the complete cast for its upcoming production of the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER: Sebastian Arcelus (Buddy in Elf, Wicked, Jersey Boys), Marc Kudisch (Three-time Tony Award nominee for 9 to 5, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Thoroughly ...
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2011
Second Stage Theatre (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director) has announced the complete cast for its upcoming production of the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER: Sebastian Arcelus (Buddy in Elf, Wicked, Jersey Boys), Marc Kudisch (Three-time Tony Award nominee for 9 to 5, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Thoroughly ...
Photo Flash: First Look at Second Stage's THE BLUE FLOWER
by Nicole Rosky - November 01, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews began on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser Theatr...
by Nicole Rosky - November 01, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews began on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser Theatr...
Gary Griffin Directs FOLLIES at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2011
Gary Griffin is directing Chicago Shakespeare Theatre's first production of the 2011-12 season, FOLLIES. The production will play today through November 6. For additional information, visit: www.chicagoshakes.com....
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2011
Gary Griffin is directing Chicago Shakespeare Theatre's first production of the 2011-12 season, FOLLIES. The production will play today through November 6. For additional information, visit: www.chicagoshakes.com....
TV: Inside Rehearsal with Arcelus, Kudisch & THE BLUE FLOWER Company
by Jessica Lewis - September 29, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser T...
by Jessica Lewis - September 29, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser T...
Photo Coverage: Marc Kudisch, Teal Wicks, Sebastian Arcelus & THE BLUE FLOWER Company Meets the Press
by Walter McBride - September 28, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser T...
by Walter McBride - September 28, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser T...
FREEZE FRAME: THE BLUE FLOWER's Sebastian Arcelus & Marc Kudisch Meet the Press
by Walter McBride - September 27, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser T...
by Walter McBride - September 27, 2011
Second Stage Theatre will present the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER written by Jim Bauer and Ruth Bauer, with choreography by Chase Brock and direction by Will Pomerantz, this fall. Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 12 and officially open on Wednesday, November 9 at Second Stage's Tony Kiser T...
Sebastian Arcelus, Marc Kudisch, Teal Wicks, et al. Set for Second Stage Theatre's THE BLUE FLOWER
by Kelsey Denette - September 08, 2011
Second Stage Theatre (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director) has announced the complete cast for its upcoming production of the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER: Sebastian Arcelus (Buddy in Elf, Wicked, Jersey Boys), Marc Kudisch (Three-time Tony Award nominee for 9 to 5, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Thoroughly ...
by Kelsey Denette - September 08, 2011
Second Stage Theatre (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director) has announced the complete cast for its upcoming production of the new musical THE BLUE FLOWER: Sebastian Arcelus (Buddy in Elf, Wicked, Jersey Boys), Marc Kudisch (Three-time Tony Award nominee for 9 to 5, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Thoroughly ...
Thrillpeddlers Presents Shocktoberfest 12: FEAR OVER FRISCO
by Kelsey Denette - September 06, 2011
Thrillpeddlers announces their anticipated annual Halloween season extravaganza Shocktoberfest 12: FEAR OVER FRISCO - A Trio of Noir-Horror Plays by Eddie Muller. This 12th annual festival of Grand Guignol horror theatre and black comedies, plays Thurs., Fri., and Sat. at 8:00 pm from Sept. 23 thr...
by Kelsey Denette - September 06, 2011
Thrillpeddlers announces their anticipated annual Halloween season extravaganza Shocktoberfest 12: FEAR OVER FRISCO - A Trio of Noir-Horror Plays by Eddie Muller. This 12th annual festival of Grand Guignol horror theatre and black comedies, plays Thurs., Fri., and Sat. at 8:00 pm from Sept. 23 thr...
Works by Paula Vogel, Paul Weitz, Jim & Ruth Bauer Set for 2nd Stage in 2011-2012
by Jessica Lewis - June 23, 2011
Following a critically acclaimed season which included the World Premiere of Lynn Nottage's hit comedy, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark, Second Stage Theatre has announced three of the four mainstage productions in the company's upcoming 33rd season....
by Jessica Lewis - June 23, 2011
Following a critically acclaimed season which included the World Premiere of Lynn Nottage's hit comedy, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark, Second Stage Theatre has announced three of the four mainstage productions in the company's upcoming 33rd season....
Gary Griffin to Direct FOLLIES at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - February 23, 2011
Gary Griffin is set to direct Chicago Shakespeare Theatre's first production of the 2011-12 season, FOLLIES. The production will play October 4 through November 6. For additional information, visit: www.chicagoshakes.com....
by Nicole Rosky - February 23, 2011
Gary Griffin is set to direct Chicago Shakespeare Theatre's first production of the 2011-12 season, FOLLIES. The production will play October 4 through November 6. For additional information, visit: www.chicagoshakes.com....
Museum of Modern Art Announces Upcoming Film Screenings
by Sarah Moore - February 18, 2011
Accompanying the gallery exhibition of the same name, this series explores the influence of music on contemporary art practices, focusing on New York in the 1980s and 1990s and the birth of 'remix culture.' These films and videos examine the birth of hip-hop; new articulations of feminism; AIDS acti...
by Sarah Moore - February 18, 2011
Accompanying the gallery exhibition of the same name, this series explores the influence of music on contemporary art practices, focusing on New York in the 1980s and 1990s and the birth of 'remix culture.' These films and videos examine the birth of hip-hop; new articulations of feminism; AIDS acti...
MoMA Announces Their Upcoming Film Schedule
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2011
On Line: Drawing and Film January 12-February 6 Held in conjunction with the gallery exhibition On Line: Drawing Through the Twentieth Century, this series presents films from MoMA's collection by artists whose work redefines the very parameters of drawing through an investigation of the line, both...
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2011
On Line: Drawing and Film January 12-February 6 Held in conjunction with the gallery exhibition On Line: Drawing Through the Twentieth Century, this series presents films from MoMA's collection by artists whose work redefines the very parameters of drawing through an investigation of the line, both...
RECOVERED VOICES Released on Blu-Ray, 11/16
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2010
LA Opera's productions of rarely performed works as part of the Company's Recovered Voices series conducted by Music Director James Conlon were filmed for release on DVD and Blu-ray. The 2008 double-bill of Alexander Zemlinsky's Der Zwerg (The Dwarf) and Viktor Ullmann's Der zerbrochene Krug (The Br...
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2010
LA Opera's productions of rarely performed works as part of the Company's Recovered Voices series conducted by Music Director James Conlon were filmed for release on DVD and Blu-ray. The 2008 double-bill of Alexander Zemlinsky's Der Zwerg (The Dwarf) and Viktor Ullmann's Der zerbrochene Krug (The Br...
One Night with Fanny Brice Opens at TACT 11/5
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2010
Fanny Brice was a unique American performer, and undeniably a great one. She conquered burlesque, vaudeville, the Ziegfeld Follies, radio and films, introduced hit songs that are still cabaret classics today, and excelled at sketch comedy and dancing. ...
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2010
Fanny Brice was a unique American performer, and undeniably a great one. She conquered burlesque, vaudeville, the Ziegfeld Follies, radio and films, introduced hit songs that are still cabaret classics today, and excelled at sketch comedy and dancing. ...
RECOVERED VOICES Released on Blu-Ray, 11/16
by Nicole Rosky - November 01, 2010
LA Opera's productions of rarely performed works as part of the Company's Recovered Voices series conducted by Music Director James Conlon were filmed for release on DVD and Blu-ray. The 2008 double-bill of Alexander Zemlinsky's Der Zwerg (The Dwarf) and Viktor Ullmann's Der zerbrochene Krug (The Br...
by Nicole Rosky - November 01, 2010
LA Opera's productions of rarely performed works as part of the Company's Recovered Voices series conducted by Music Director James Conlon were filmed for release on DVD and Blu-ray. The 2008 double-bill of Alexander Zemlinsky's Der Zwerg (The Dwarf) and Viktor Ullmann's Der zerbrochene Krug (The Br...
A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/Capital Area Theatres – November 2010 Offerings
by Joel Markowitz - November 01, 2010
As the leaves are turning into a rainbow of colors, and we await the first snowflakes to fall, DC theatergoers are anticipating Arena Stage's first two productions in their new Mead Center, while Harry Connick, Jr. introduces children to a friendly elf, and Snow White and a red rose and a guy named ...
by Joel Markowitz - November 01, 2010
As the leaves are turning into a rainbow of colors, and we await the first snowflakes to fall, DC theatergoers are anticipating Arena Stage's first two productions in their new Mead Center, while Harry Connick, Jr. introduces children to a friendly elf, and Snow White and a red rose and a guy named ...
Guggenheim Announces Public Programs for Chaos and Classicism
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 28, 2010
A full schedule of educational programs is being presented in conjunction with Chaos and Classicism: Art in France, Italy, and Germany, 1918-1936, the first exhibition in the United States to focus on the vast transformation in European culture between the world wars and to examine its manifestation...
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 28, 2010
A full schedule of educational programs is being presented in conjunction with Chaos and Classicism: Art in France, Italy, and Germany, 1918-1936, the first exhibition in the United States to focus on the vast transformation in European culture between the world wars and to examine its manifestation...
Thrillpeddlers Presents THE FORSAKEN LABORATORY, 10/21-31
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2010
Thrillpeddlers is proud to announce a premiere groundbreaking collaboration between themselves and Vigor Mortis - Brazil's Premiere Grand Guignol Theatre. This play marks the joining of two of the finest Grand Guignol Theatre Companies working today as part of Thrillpeddlers premiere Artist In Resid...
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2010
Thrillpeddlers is proud to announce a premiere groundbreaking collaboration between themselves and Vigor Mortis - Brazil's Premiere Grand Guignol Theatre. This play marks the joining of two of the finest Grand Guignol Theatre Companies working today as part of Thrillpeddlers premiere Artist In Resid...
Thrillpeddlers Welcomes Mortis at Hypnodrome Theatre, 10/21-31
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2010
Thrillpeddlers is proud to announce a premiere groundbreaking collaboration between themselves and Vigor Mortis - Brazil's Premiere Grand Guignol Theatre. This play marks the joining of two of the finest Grand Guignol Theatre Companies working today as part of Thrillpeddlers premiere Artist In Resid...
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2010
Thrillpeddlers is proud to announce a premiere groundbreaking collaboration between themselves and Vigor Mortis - Brazil's Premiere Grand Guignol Theatre. This play marks the joining of two of the finest Grand Guignol Theatre Companies working today as part of Thrillpeddlers premiere Artist In Resid...
Thrillpeddlers Presents THE FORSAKEN LABORATORY, 10/21-31
by Nicole Rosky - October 19, 2010
Thrillpeddlers is proud to announce a premiere groundbreaking collaboration between themselves and Vigor Mortis - Brazil's Premiere Grand Guignol Theatre. This play marks the joining of two of the finest Grand Guignol Theatre Companies working today as part of Thrillpeddlers premiere Artist In Resid...
by Nicole Rosky - October 19, 2010
Thrillpeddlers is proud to announce a premiere groundbreaking collaboration between themselves and Vigor Mortis - Brazil's Premiere Grand Guignol Theatre. This play marks the joining of two of the finest Grand Guignol Theatre Companies working today as part of Thrillpeddlers premiere Artist In Resid...
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