THE CHURCH Artist Residency & Performance Space Presents THE NIGHT THEY LIT UP WRIGLEY
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2019
A serendipitous meeting at a Cooperstown bar between Rita Meyer's daughter Laura Moellering and THE CHURCH producers Jamie Leonard and Pamela Rapp led to this fresh take on Connie Lane's 1987 play: The Night They Lit Up Wrigley, which will open on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 8pm with further performances on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2019
A serendipitous meeting at a Cooperstown bar between Rita Meyer's daughter Laura Moellering and THE CHURCH producers Jamie Leonard and Pamela Rapp led to this fresh take on Connie Lane's 1987 play: The Night They Lit Up Wrigley, which will open on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 8pm with further performances on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.
Bridge Street Theatre Presents A Free Screening Of THE ADVENTURES OF PRINCE ACHMED
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2019
This one's not just for the Kids! Bridge Street Theatre in Catskill continues its Free Summer Movie Matinee Series this Saturday July 6th with a real gem - German animator Lotte Reiniger's exquisite "The Adventures of Prince Achmed" (1926). Based on tales from the Arabian Nights, the film tells the story of the handsome and dashing Prince Achmed, who is tricked by a wicked sorcerer into mounting a magical flying horse. The prince foils the sorcerer's evil intent and soars headlong into a series of exciting adventures, joining forces with Aladdin and the Witch of the Fiery Mountains, doing battle with the sorcerer's army of monsters and demons, and falling in love with the beautiful Princess Peri Banu.
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2019
This one's not just for the Kids! Bridge Street Theatre in Catskill continues its Free Summer Movie Matinee Series this Saturday July 6th with a real gem - German animator Lotte Reiniger's exquisite "The Adventures of Prince Achmed" (1926). Based on tales from the Arabian Nights, the film tells the story of the handsome and dashing Prince Achmed, who is tricked by a wicked sorcerer into mounting a magical flying horse. The prince foils the sorcerer's evil intent and soars headlong into a series of exciting adventures, joining forces with Aladdin and the Witch of the Fiery Mountains, doing battle with the sorcerer's army of monsters and demons, and falling in love with the beautiful Princess Peri Banu.
Little Radical Theatrics Presents BRIGADOON
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2019
From the composers of 'Camelot' and 'My Fair Lady', Lerner and Loewes Brigadoon is the enchanting and beloved Broadway and West End musical that inspired the classic MGM film, and numerous productions all over the world and is one of the longest running musicals in Broadway history! Featuring such standards as 'Almost Like Being in Love,' 'Come to Me, Bend To Me,' and 'Heather on the Hill,' Brigadoon is a timeless, romantic classic which vividly brings the mystery and magic of the Scottish highlands to life.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2019
From the composers of 'Camelot' and 'My Fair Lady', Lerner and Loewes Brigadoon is the enchanting and beloved Broadway and West End musical that inspired the classic MGM film, and numerous productions all over the world and is one of the longest running musicals in Broadway history! Featuring such standards as 'Almost Like Being in Love,' 'Come to Me, Bend To Me,' and 'Heather on the Hill,' Brigadoon is a timeless, romantic classic which vividly brings the mystery and magic of the Scottish highlands to life.
ACQUANETTA And GRACE AND MERCY Announced At Bard SummerScape
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
The 2019 Bard SummerScape festival presents a pair of important new dance and theater works next month. On July 5-7, Evidence, A Dance Company and its founder and artistic director, Ronald K. Brown, make their festival debut with the world premiere of Grace and Mercy. A new SummerScape commission, this two-part program pairs Grace (live), a 20th-anniversary version of Brown's soulful masterpiece Grace, now danced entirely to live music performed by Peven Everett, Gordon Chambers, and others, with the world premiere of Mercy, Brown's new companion piece, which is set to a brand-new score written and performed live by ten-time Grammy-nominee Meshell Ndegeocello.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
The 2019 Bard SummerScape festival presents a pair of important new dance and theater works next month. On July 5-7, Evidence, A Dance Company and its founder and artistic director, Ronald K. Brown, make their festival debut with the world premiere of Grace and Mercy. A new SummerScape commission, this two-part program pairs Grace (live), a 20th-anniversary version of Brown's soulful masterpiece Grace, now danced entirely to live music performed by Peven Everett, Gordon Chambers, and others, with the world premiere of Mercy, Brown's new companion piece, which is set to a brand-new score written and performed live by ten-time Grammy-nominee Meshell Ndegeocello.
Announcing Former YES Frontman Jon Anderson's 1000 HANDS Tour At Patchogue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
Grammy Award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Jon Anderson, brings a full retrospective of his hits to the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Saturday, July 27 at 8pm. Ticket prices range between $59 - $89, plus applicable fees. A special Backstage VIP Meet & Greet is available for an additional $125. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
Grammy Award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Jon Anderson, brings a full retrospective of his hits to the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Saturday, July 27 at 8pm. Ticket prices range between $59 - $89, plus applicable fees. A special Backstage VIP Meet & Greet is available for an additional $125. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
Passing Strange's Stew and Heidi Rodewald
by Dan Dwyer - June 27, 2019
Stew and Heidi Rodewald of the band The Negro Problem and the songwriter team who created the Tony, Drama Desk and Obie-winning musical Passing Strange are hitting the road with a new act called Staged Dives, which they're previewing at the Ancram Opera House in Columbia County, New York June 28 and 29 before bringing it to Joe's Pub in August. They talked with Dan Dwyer of Off Script about the new show and their twenty-year collaboration.
by Dan Dwyer - June 27, 2019
Stew and Heidi Rodewald of the band The Negro Problem and the songwriter team who created the Tony, Drama Desk and Obie-winning musical Passing Strange are hitting the road with a new act called Staged Dives, which they're previewing at the Ancram Opera House in Columbia County, New York June 28 and 29 before bringing it to Joe's Pub in August. They talked with Dan Dwyer of Off Script about the new show and their twenty-year collaboration.
GREASE Returns To The Mac-Haydn Stage For Three-Week Run
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
The Mac-Haydn Theatre presents the Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey fan-favorite Grease, running July 4 through July 21.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
The Mac-Haydn Theatre presents the Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey fan-favorite Grease, running July 4 through July 21.
Franklin Stage Company Presents New Play, POSESSING HARRIET
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
A new play, Possessing Harriet, by Kyle Bass, will be presented by Franklin Stage Company, July 12th-28th, in their historic home, Chapel Hall.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
A new play, Possessing Harriet, by Kyle Bass, will be presented by Franklin Stage Company, July 12th-28th, in their historic home, Chapel Hall.
Al Hirschfeld Foundation and Redhouse Arts Center Bring Arts Curriculum to Central New York Schools
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has announced a new partnership with Redhouse Arts Center (Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster, Artistic Director; Samara Hannah, Executive Director) in Syracuse, to bring a new and innovative visualperforming arts curriculum to schools throughout the region. Based on Al Hirschfeld's life and work, this visionary curriculum engages K-12 students in a variety of arts activities. Developed in conjunction with the New York City Board of Education, Syracuse is the first region outside of New York City to utilize the curriculum, serving as a pilot to bring the Arts Education Initiative to underserved communities around the country. Funded in Syracuse by the Slutzker Family Foundation, the curriculum will be taught by Redhouse teachers at Redhouse's Summer Camps. Additionally, the two organizations are also developing opportunities to bring this curriculum in to schools across Central New York this Fall.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has announced a new partnership with Redhouse Arts Center (Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster, Artistic Director; Samara Hannah, Executive Director) in Syracuse, to bring a new and innovative visualperforming arts curriculum to schools throughout the region. Based on Al Hirschfeld's life and work, this visionary curriculum engages K-12 students in a variety of arts activities. Developed in conjunction with the New York City Board of Education, Syracuse is the first region outside of New York City to utilize the curriculum, serving as a pilot to bring the Arts Education Initiative to underserved communities around the country. Funded in Syracuse by the Slutzker Family Foundation, the curriculum will be taught by Redhouse teachers at Redhouse's Summer Camps. Additionally, the two organizations are also developing opportunities to bring this curriculum in to schools across Central New York this Fall.
Hangar Theatre Co's KIDDSTUFF Series Continues with LILY PLANTS A GARDEN
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2019
The Hangar Theatre Company continues their KIDDSTUFF season with Lily Plants a Garden by Jose Cruz Gonzalez, with performances from July 4 through July 6.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2019
The Hangar Theatre Company continues their KIDDSTUFF season with Lily Plants a Garden by Jose Cruz Gonzalez, with performances from July 4 through July 6.
Galerie Gmurzynska New York Extends Louise Nevelson – Wood Assemblages from the 1970's until July 27
by Sarah Hookey - June 26, 2019
Galerie Gmurzynska New York presents an exhibition of Louise Nevelson's iconic monochromatic wood assemblages alongside her rarely seen collages. These works will be on view at 39 East 78th Street, 3rd floor, from May 2nd to July 27, 2019.
by Sarah Hookey - June 26, 2019
Galerie Gmurzynska New York presents an exhibition of Louise Nevelson's iconic monochromatic wood assemblages alongside her rarely seen collages. These works will be on view at 39 East 78th Street, 3rd floor, from May 2nd to July 27, 2019.
FLMTF Announces Cast Of GRAND HOTEL
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2019
Opening on July 10th at the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (FLMTF) is the song and dance spectacular, Grand Hotel. The show runs through July 31 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Emerson Park.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2019
Opening on July 10th at the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (FLMTF) is the song and dance spectacular, Grand Hotel. The show runs through July 31 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Emerson Park.
Ron Carter, Javon Jackson, The Baylor Project And Spanish Harlem Orchestra Headline 19th Jazz In The Valley Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2019
Once a year, in mid-August,TRANSART & Cultural Services fills Waryas Park in Poughkeepsie with art, food, and the music of living legends of the jazz art-form. This year, TRANSART continues this time-tested tradition with the 19th annual Jazz in the Valley. The non-profit organization - dedicated to promoting awareness of the art, history, and popular culture of people of African ancestry - presents two stages of world-class jazz on Sunday, August 18, from Noon-6pm. Gates open at 11 AM, and the event is rain or shine.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2019
Once a year, in mid-August,TRANSART & Cultural Services fills Waryas Park in Poughkeepsie with art, food, and the music of living legends of the jazz art-form. This year, TRANSART continues this time-tested tradition with the 19th annual Jazz in the Valley. The non-profit organization - dedicated to promoting awareness of the art, history, and popular culture of people of African ancestry - presents two stages of world-class jazz on Sunday, August 18, from Noon-6pm. Gates open at 11 AM, and the event is rain or shine.
Photo Flash: Lyons and Pakchar's BEAU At Adirondack Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
Composing team Douglas Lyons (Beautiful) and Ethan D. Pakchar's latest musical, Beau, will bow at The Adirondack Theatre Festival August 3-9th.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
Composing team Douglas Lyons (Beautiful) and Ethan D. Pakchar's latest musical, Beau, will bow at The Adirondack Theatre Festival August 3-9th.
ADK Shakespeare Returns To Tread The Boards This Summer
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
After a year of suspended operations, the Adirondack Shakespeare Company returns with a week of performances this summer from July 31-August 4. This year's festival season is centered around magic, mystery, and mischief. A company of 8 professional actors will perform festival favorites Macbeth and A Midsummer Night's Dream from the shores of Lake George and Schroon Lake to an idyllic farm in Essex.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
After a year of suspended operations, the Adirondack Shakespeare Company returns with a week of performances this summer from July 31-August 4. This year's festival season is centered around magic, mystery, and mischief. A company of 8 professional actors will perform festival favorites Macbeth and A Midsummer Night's Dream from the shores of Lake George and Schroon Lake to an idyllic farm in Essex.
BWW Review: LEGALLY BLONDE is a Fabulously Fun Musical at Cortland Repertory Theatre
by Natasha Ashley - June 23, 2019
Omigod you guys! Cortland Repertory Theatre is now entertaining audiences with the super-fun musical comedy Legally Blonde at their picturesque summer location at the Little York Pavilion in Preble, New York. It is a fabulously fun musical directed by Trey Compton and a wonderful summer treat covered in pink sprinkles for the summer.
by Natasha Ashley - June 23, 2019
Omigod you guys! Cortland Repertory Theatre is now entertaining audiences with the super-fun musical comedy Legally Blonde at their picturesque summer location at the Little York Pavilion in Preble, New York. It is a fabulously fun musical directed by Trey Compton and a wonderful summer treat covered in pink sprinkles for the summer.
Margaret Cho's FRESH OFF THE BLOAT Tour Announced At Patchogue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts presents Five time Grammy & Emmy nominated comedian Margaret Cho in her 'Fresh Off The Bloat' Tour on Friday, July 19 at 8pm. Ticket prices range between $39 - $69, plus applicable fees. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts presents Five time Grammy & Emmy nominated comedian Margaret Cho in her 'Fresh Off The Bloat' Tour on Friday, July 19 at 8pm. Ticket prices range between $39 - $69, plus applicable fees. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Announced At Patchogue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts presents the award-winning hit comedy show Celebrity Autobiography starring Susan Lucci, Rachel Dratch, Ralph Macchio, Julia Macchio, Eugene Pack and Dayle Reyfel on Sunday, July 14 at 7pm. Ticket prices range between $29 - $59, plus applicable fees. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts presents the award-winning hit comedy show Celebrity Autobiography starring Susan Lucci, Rachel Dratch, Ralph Macchio, Julia Macchio, Eugene Pack and Dayle Reyfel on Sunday, July 14 at 7pm. Ticket prices range between $29 - $59, plus applicable fees. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
LEONID & FRIENDS Chicago Tribute Announced At Patchogue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts presents the Moscow-based, Chicago tribute band Leonid & Friends on Friday, July 26 at 8pm. Ticket prices range between $25 - $55, plus applicable fees. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts presents the Moscow-based, Chicago tribute band Leonid & Friends on Friday, July 26 at 8pm. Ticket prices range between $25 - $55, plus applicable fees. Purchase online, by phone or at the box office. For more information, visit PatchogueTheatre.org, call the Patchogue Theatre Box Office at 631-207-1313, or stop by 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY.
Second Annual Ithaca One-Minute Play Festival Announced
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
The 2ND ANNUAL ITHACA ONE-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL (#1MPF) returns to Ithaca for its second year, in partnership with the Kitchen Theatre Company. The 2nd Annual Ithaca One-Minute Play Festival runs for three performances only; July 13th at 8pm, and July 14th at 3pm & 7pm. All performances are at the Kitchen Theatre (417 W StateMLK, Jr. St). Tickets, priced at $20, are available at kitchentheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
The 2ND ANNUAL ITHACA ONE-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL (#1MPF) returns to Ithaca for its second year, in partnership with the Kitchen Theatre Company. The 2nd Annual Ithaca One-Minute Play Festival runs for three performances only; July 13th at 8pm, and July 14th at 3pm & 7pm. All performances are at the Kitchen Theatre (417 W StateMLK, Jr. St). Tickets, priced at $20, are available at kitchentheatre.org.
Photo Flash: First Look at CRT's LEGALLY BLONDE
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
For the second production in their 48th annual season of professional summer theatre, Cortland Repertory Theatre presents the blockbuster stage musical version of the hit Reese Witherspoon movie Legally Blonde. Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the MGM film, the movie was adapted for the stage by Heather Hach, with music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
For the second production in their 48th annual season of professional summer theatre, Cortland Repertory Theatre presents the blockbuster stage musical version of the hit Reese Witherspoon movie Legally Blonde. Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the MGM film, the movie was adapted for the stage by Heather Hach, with music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin.
Chenango River Theatre Presents INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
A memory play in the vein of Neil Simon's Brighton Beach Memoirs, Chenango River Theatre is proud to produce the world premiere of the unforgettable comedy Incident At Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
A memory play in the vein of Neil Simon's Brighton Beach Memoirs, Chenango River Theatre is proud to produce the world premiere of the unforgettable comedy Incident At Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
The Random Farms Kids' Theater Presents MATILDA
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
The Random Farms Kids' Theater will present Matilda at The Tarrytown Music Hall, July 26 - August 3, 2019. This family-friendly musical has an approximate running time of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
The Random Farms Kids' Theater will present Matilda at The Tarrytown Music Hall, July 26 - August 3, 2019. This family-friendly musical has an approximate running time of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Programming Announced Opera Saratoga 2019 Summer Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Opera Saratoga's Artistic and General Director, Lawrence Edelson announced today updated casting and additional events to be featured as part of the company's 2019 Summer Festival, beginning May 25th, 2019 and running through July 14th, 2019. In addition to the three previously announced productions of The Daughter of the Regiment, the world premiere of Ellen West, and Hansel and Gretel, Opera Saratoga will present a new series of master classes; a community symposium on
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Opera Saratoga's Artistic and General Director, Lawrence Edelson announced today updated casting and additional events to be featured as part of the company's 2019 Summer Festival, beginning May 25th, 2019 and running through July 14th, 2019. In addition to the three previously announced productions of The Daughter of the Regiment, the world premiere of Ellen West, and Hansel and Gretel, Opera Saratoga will present a new series of master classes; a community symposium on
THE WEDGE Announced At The Cherry Artspace
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
The Hangar Theatre Company's The Wedge series features FREE cutting edge performances at The Cherry ArtSpace, 102 Cherry Street in Ithaca.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
The Hangar Theatre Company's The Wedge series features FREE cutting edge performances at The Cherry ArtSpace, 102 Cherry Street in Ithaca.
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