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Pay Tribute To The Oldest African American Holiday At Philipsburg Manor
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2018
Drumming, dancing, and dramatic vignettes are highlights for visitors who attend Celebrate Pinkster at Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow, NY, today, May 19, from 10am-5pm.
NPR To Be Honored With I-3 Award At Mirror Awards Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018
Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications will honor NPR with the i-3 award for impact, innovation and influence at the 12th annual Mirror Awards ceremony June 14 in New York City. Event tickets and tables may be purchased online. Follow on Twitter at #Mirrors18.
Purchase College Commencement To Celebrate Distinguished Alumni Jay O. Sanders And Latrice Walker
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018
Purchase College, SUNY will hold its 46th annual commencement ceremony today, May 18, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, NY. 
Comedy RIPCORD Opens Chenango River Theatre's 12th Season
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
Cantankerous Abby is forced to share her room at the Bristol Place Senior Living Facility with Marilyn, a chipper new arrival.  A sunny room on the upper floor is preferred real estate, so Abby begins scheming ways to get rid of Marilyn (short of just strangling her with her own hands!). The mismatched roommates make a seemingly harmless bet that soon escalates into a dangerous game of comic one-upmanship.   
Comedy Superstar Sebastian Maniscalco Adds Second Show By Popular Demand At Mohegan Sun Arena
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
Sebastian Maniscalco has added another date to his "Stay Hungry" international tour stop at Mohegan Sun Arena. The comedy star will now be live in the Arena for back-to-back 8:00pm shows slated for Friday, November 2nd and Saturday, November 3rd.
BWW Review: DIRTY DANCING Comes to Life at the Landmark Theatre
by Natasha Ashley - May 17, 2018
The classic story of Dirty Dancing by Eleanor Bergstein comes to life on a national tour now playing Syracuse's Landmark Theatre.
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat Announces 2018 Writers, Including Tony, Emmy, Jonathan Larson, And Kleban Winners
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
Founding Executive Director Kathy Evans announced the 19 writers of 9 new musicals in this summer's Rhinebeck Writers Retreat. This year's writers include 2018 Jonathan Larson winners Andrew Farmer and Andrew Butler, 2018 Kleban winner Amanda Yasnowitz, Tony-winner Ken Davenport, 2018 Lucille Lortel winner for Outstanding Musical (KPOP) Max Vernon, Emmy winner Doug Katsaros, Obie winner Erin Courtney, and the writers of the podcast musical 36 questions who are developing their next musical, Chris Littler and Ellen Winter.
Stephen Schwartz To Perform Songs From Wicked At Oz-stravaganza
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
It was confirmed this week that Stephen Schwartz, composer/lyricist of WICKED, has added music to his personal appearance at the annual OZ-Stravaganza! WIZARD OF OZ Festival in Chittenango, NY, on Saturday, June 2nd. His on-stage, free-to-the-public interview was announced earlier this month, but Mr. Schwartz has now offered to perform songs from the score of WICKED during that presentation. Schwartz, a three-time 'Oscar' and four-time 'Grammy' Award winner, will appear as the headliner of the 6:30 p.m. event at Chittenango High School, 150 Genesee Street. (Doors open at 6:15.)
Mary Dimino Kicks Off 2018 Summer Series at Union Grove Distillery
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
Union Grove Distillery presents the 2018 Summer Series starting with performances on Saturday May 19th, and comedy workshops on Sunday May 20th. Slated to headline the Summer Series is award-winning comedian and television actress Mary Dimino.
Quick Silver Theater Company Announces 3rd Annual POC Summit
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
Quick Silver Theater Company's 3rd annual POC Summit. Quick Silver Theater Company is an award - winning New York based collective dedicated to amplifying the allied voice, individual potential and overall presence of underrepresented and marginalized communities throughout the American theatrical landscape. Founded in 2013 by Tyrone Henderson and Lizan Mitchell, QST aims to shine a light on our common humanity, reflecting back to us our depth and complexity and elevating our lives to a height worthy of art.
Cortland Repertory Theatre Box Office Open For Summer Business
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
The Cortland Repertory Theatre Box Office will open for all summer ticket sales for their 47th annual season starting on Monday, May 21st. The Box Office is located at 24 Port Watson Street in downtown Cortland, and is open Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, and on Saturdays from noon - 6:00 PM. Once performances begin at the Little York Pavilion, the Box Office at that location is open 90 minutes before show time, on performance days only.
American Idol and America's Got Talent Stars Play The Paramount
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
THE PARAMOUNT, the 1,600 seater Theatre in Huntington, New York is presenting two Long Island natives, America's Got Talent Finalist Sal 'The Voice' Valentinetti & American Idol's Eric Anthony Lopez this Sunday, May 20th at 7pm.
FLMTF/MGR to Launch Global Outreach Initiative 'The Legacy Project'
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
In recognition of its 60th A­­­nniversary, the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival/Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Inc. announces a new global outreach initiative designed to recognize its storied alumni and the scope of its legacy.
Casita Maria Center For Arts Announces Annual Young Artist Showcase
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education is proud to present 'There's No Place Like Home,' the 1st annual Young Artist Showcase celebrating the greatness and self-expression found within all Casita Maria program participants. This multi-disciplinary exhibition will include over 200 artworks created during the 2017-2018 after school-year.
The Playgroup Presents BETTER THAN MONEY
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
The Playgroup, LLC is happy to announce the return of popular playwright Joe Feinstein with an insightful comedy, BETTER THAN MONEY. WW II is over, but WW III is just starting for the Noodlemans. The well laid plans of the mother, Gussie, veer in unexpected directions in the face of the secret desires of the rest of the family.
Joaquín Gallegos to Play Music From New Album Featuring Bárbara Martínez
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Joaquin Gallegos is a professional flamenco guitarist from Santa Fe, New Mexico, where there a very deep-rooted tradition of flamenco. He will be playing music from his second album, 'Nuevos Comienzos', modern flamenco guitar compositions based in the flamenco tradition but steeped in jazz harmonies and rhythmic complexities.
Hudson Stage to Perform a Staged Reading of NO SPRING CHICKEN
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
All she wants is a baby. 'No Spring Chicken' is a refreshing and heartfelt comedy about one 40-year-old's effort to achieve, survive, and (without medication) complete a healthy pregnancy, to fulfill her life's wish to have a child. "Hobey's sense of humor weaves the play's contrasting elements- hilarity, raw emotion, graphic detail, darker fears- into a consistent whole. " Washington Post
Lagond Music Opens Its Doors To The Community With Adult Jam Sessions For Musicians
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2018
Lagond Music School extends its reach beyond its student body and into the local music community by providing weekly adultjam nights and a place for musicians to congregate. The highly accredited, not-for-profit academy, well-known for its dedication to music education and nurturing an innovative and dynamic approach to performance, welcomes practicing and professional musicians of every skill level to bring their instruments and participate in these ongoing interactive sessions.
RBTL's Announces 20th Annual Stars of Tomorrow Recognition Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
RBTL hosted the 20th annual Stars of Tomorrow Recognition Ceremony, presented by Palmer's Direct To You Market, Sponsored by WROC Channel 8, on Thursday, May 10th, at RBTL's Auditorium Theatre in Rochester. Stars of Tomorrow is a program that celebrates high school musical theatre productions in the greater Rochester area in true Tony Award fashion. The ceremony was hosted by WHAM 1180's Joe Lomonaco, and Nicolette Hart, Broadway actress and back-up singer for Bette Midler.
DELIVERY: A Triptych Crushes The Patriarchy With An Electric Beat
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
From The Functional Shoes comes a glimpse into three different worlds and the strange threads that bind them. Three women fail to get the message across, plastic animals come to life, teenagers get left out of history books, and fresh new, original music is created and distorted in this funny, hyper-aware, and delightfully abstract hour-long triptych. Delivery: A Triptych runs for one weekend only at The Tank, May 10th-13th at 9:30pm. Buy your tickets here.
Lyra Presents The Cast Of SALTY
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
Salty follows a pen of cheeky penguins and a flock of zookeepers on a bittersweet journey to what might be the end of the world. Johnson's new play picks up years from now at one of the world's few remaining conservation zoos.
Female Telling of the Story Of Matt And Ben To Conclude Kitchen Theatre Company's 2017-2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
Kitchen Theatre Company concludes its 2017-2018 Season with a female-led production of Matt & Ben by Mindy Kaling and Brenda Withers, a comedy about friendship, fame, and two well known public figures. Performances of Matt & Ben begin at the Kitchen Theatre Company in The Percy Browning Performance Space on May 27 and run through June 10.
Syracuse University Drama Announces 2018/2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
The Syracuse University Department of Drama announced the six plays and musicals that will make up the 2018/2019 season. With an emphasis on contemporary work, the season addresses a variety of current issues and concerns as experienced from intimately personal points of view. The season celebrates stories of consequence, while at the same time investigating and challenging the process, implications and impact of storytelling itself.
Join The BWW Central New York on Stage Facebook Group
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce we're launching a new Facebook Group for the Central New York Theatre community, bringing together performers, audience members, theatre groups, and more to create a local space for discussion and networking.
Penguin Rep Theatre Opens 2018 Season With NY Premiere Of RELATIVITY By Mark St. Germain
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
Penguin Rep Theatre, the award-winning professional Equity theatre under the leadership of founding artistic director Joe Brancato and executive director Andrew M. Horn, opens its 41st season with the New York premiere of Relativity, a new play by Mark St. Germain about Albert Einstein, the most famous scientist who ever lived, beginning Friday, May 18.

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