BWW Reviews: WICKED Brings Magic to The Landmark Theatre
by Josh Austin - December 01, 2012
It's not hard to realize why WICKED remains a huge favorite for theatergoers and even for those with a less musical inclination.
by Josh Austin - December 01, 2012
It's not hard to realize why WICKED remains a huge favorite for theatergoers and even for those with a less musical inclination.
Mark Poloncarz Announced as a Guest Star in Upcoming HOLIDAY GUYS at MusicalFare Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
For its EXCLUSIVE 5 PERFORMANCE RUN of THE HOLIDAY GUYS in HAPPY MERRY HANU-MAS! starring Broadway actors Jeffry Denman and Marc Kudisch, MusicalFare Theatre is pleased to announce that the following "Guest Stars" will be appearing in the production, with Erie County Executive, Mark Poloncarz participating on Opening Night.
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
For its EXCLUSIVE 5 PERFORMANCE RUN of THE HOLIDAY GUYS in HAPPY MERRY HANU-MAS! starring Broadway actors Jeffry Denman and Marc Kudisch, MusicalFare Theatre is pleased to announce that the following "Guest Stars" will be appearing in the production, with Erie County Executive, Mark Poloncarz participating on Opening Night.
Merry-Go-Round Playhouse’s Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival Declared a Success
by Kelsey Denette - November 26, 2012
The inaugural season of the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse's Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival was a success, according to Festival organizers. The Festival, held in Auburn, N.Y., included nine musicals and played a significant role in shaping 20 new musicals during the 2012 season. Downtown Auburn also saw a boost in activity as patrons visited restaurants and spent time in the city.
by Kelsey Denette - November 26, 2012
The inaugural season of the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse's Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival was a success, according to Festival organizers. The Festival, held in Auburn, N.Y., included nine musicals and played a significant role in shaping 20 new musicals during the 2012 season. Downtown Auburn also saw a boost in activity as patrons visited restaurants and spent time in the city.
2012 BWW Central NY Regional Awards - LIVE Update - 11/26!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 26, 2012
Voting is now underway for the Central NY Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below.
by BWW Special Coverage - November 26, 2012
Voting is now underway for the Central NY Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below.
Syracuse Stage's WHITE CHRISTMAS Begins Run Today!
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Syracuse Stage presents White Christmas, based on the Paramount Pictures film with Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin and Book by David Ives and Paul Blake. The production is directed by Paul Barnes with musical direction by Christopher Drobny and choreography by David Wanstreet. White Christmas runs November 23 - December 30. Get a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Syracuse Stage presents White Christmas, based on the Paramount Pictures film with Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin and Book by David Ives and Paul Blake. The production is directed by Paul Barnes with musical direction by Christopher Drobny and choreography by David Wanstreet. White Christmas runs November 23 - December 30. Get a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal in the photos below!
Vassar Drama Department Presents LYSISTRATA, 12/6-8
by Kelsey Denette - November 21, 2012
The Vassar Drama department will present three performances of Aristophanes' comedic satire about war and sex, Lysistrata, directed by guest artist Ianthe Demos, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, December 6, 7, and 8, at 8:00pm, in the Martel Theater of the Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film. Demos, a 2000 Vassar graduate, co-founded the critically acclaimed One Year Lease theater company (OYL) in 2001 and their work has been widely praised by the New York Times and New York magazine among other outlets. Reservations are required for these free public performances, and can be made by calling the Drama department box office at (845) 437-5599 or emailing boxoffice@vassar.edu. A seating chart for the Martel Theater can be viewed online at http://www.tix.com/Images/MARTEL1.gif.
by Kelsey Denette - November 21, 2012
The Vassar Drama department will present three performances of Aristophanes' comedic satire about war and sex, Lysistrata, directed by guest artist Ianthe Demos, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, December 6, 7, and 8, at 8:00pm, in the Martel Theater of the Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film. Demos, a 2000 Vassar graduate, co-founded the critically acclaimed One Year Lease theater company (OYL) in 2001 and their work has been widely praised by the New York Times and New York magazine among other outlets. Reservations are required for these free public performances, and can be made by calling the Drama department box office at (845) 437-5599 or emailing boxoffice@vassar.edu. A seating chart for the Martel Theater can be viewed online at http://www.tix.com/Images/MARTEL1.gif.
ITHT Welcomes Carole Demas: In Concert, 12/2
by Kelsey Denette - November 19, 2012
ITHT is has announced the triumphant return of the incredibly gifted actress and singer, Carole Demas in a concert created to benefit Irvington Town Hall Theater. Star of Broadway, television, cabaret, concerts and more, Ms. Demas, best known as the originator of 'Sandy' in Broadway's Grease, was Luisa in NYC's The Fantasticks, introduced the title role in Stephen Schwartz's The Baker's Wife and starred in TV's iconic Magic Garden, PBS's Great Performances and other shows.
by Kelsey Denette - November 19, 2012
ITHT is has announced the triumphant return of the incredibly gifted actress and singer, Carole Demas in a concert created to benefit Irvington Town Hall Theater. Star of Broadway, television, cabaret, concerts and more, Ms. Demas, best known as the originator of 'Sandy' in Broadway's Grease, was Luisa in NYC's The Fantasticks, introduced the title role in Stephen Schwartz's The Baker's Wife and starred in TV's iconic Magic Garden, PBS's Great Performances and other shows.
2012 BWW Central NY Regional Awards - LIVE Update - 11/19!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 19, 2012
Voting is now underway for the Central NY Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 19, 2012
Voting is now underway for the Central NY Awards and continues until December 31, 2012. Winners will be announced in early January. Check out the live standings below!
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Syracuse Stage's WHITE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
Syracuse Stage presents White Christmas, based on the Paramount Pictures film with Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin and Book by David Ives and Paul Blake. The production is directed by Paul Barnes with musical direction by Christopher Drobny and choreography by David Wanstreet. White Christmas runs November 23 - December 30. Get a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
Syracuse Stage presents White Christmas, based on the Paramount Pictures film with Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin and Book by David Ives and Paul Blake. The production is directed by Paul Barnes with musical direction by Christopher Drobny and choreography by David Wanstreet. White Christmas runs November 23 - December 30. Get a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal in the photos below!
Brian Dykstra Premieres New Work at the Kitchen Theatre, 11/28-12/16
by Kelsey Denette - November 16, 2012
And now for something completely different! The next offering on the Kitchen Theatre's 22nd Main Stage season is a world premiere by award winning playwright, actor and HBO Def Poet Brian Dykstra*. A solo performance that combines standup comedy with storytelling, rabble rousing and down-home preaching, Brian Dykstra Selling Out runs November 28th to December 16th at the Kitchen Theatre in downtown Ithaca. Previews are November 28, 29, and 30, Opening Night is December 1st, and performances continue through December 16, 2012.
by Kelsey Denette - November 16, 2012
And now for something completely different! The next offering on the Kitchen Theatre's 22nd Main Stage season is a world premiere by award winning playwright, actor and HBO Def Poet Brian Dykstra*. A solo performance that combines standup comedy with storytelling, rabble rousing and down-home preaching, Brian Dykstra Selling Out runs November 28th to December 16th at the Kitchen Theatre in downtown Ithaca. Previews are November 28, 29, and 30, Opening Night is December 1st, and performances continue through December 16, 2012.
Skidmore College Department of Theater Presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
The Skidmore College Department of Theater has announced its Fall 2012 mainstage production, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by William Shakespeare, directed by Doug Seldin. Performances are tonight, November 16-18 and November 29-December 2. All shows are in the Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater at 8:00pm except Sunday matinees at 2:00pm.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
The Skidmore College Department of Theater has announced its Fall 2012 mainstage production, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by William Shakespeare, directed by Doug Seldin. Performances are tonight, November 16-18 and November 29-December 2. All shows are in the Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater at 8:00pm except Sunday matinees at 2:00pm.
Voting Open for 2012 BWW Central NY Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW - November 06, 2012
After a record number of nominations, and careful proofing by our local editor, Josh Austin, we are VERY excited to announce that voting has begun for this year's BWW Central New York Awards.
by BWW - November 06, 2012
After a record number of nominations, and careful proofing by our local editor, Josh Austin, we are VERY excited to announce that voting has begun for this year's BWW Central New York Awards.
Rochester Community Players Add Extra Show Of THE TEMPEST, Closing 11/11
by Patrick Nugent - November 05, 2012
This is the last weekend of performance of THE TEMPEST, by William Shakespeare, the current production of The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players, and due to popular demand they have added an extra show on November 11th.
by Patrick Nugent - November 05, 2012
This is the last weekend of performance of THE TEMPEST, by William Shakespeare, the current production of The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players, and due to popular demand they have added an extra show on November 11th.
BWW Reviews: MOTHERHOOD: THE MUSICAL Delivers the Labor Pains of Being a Mom
by Josh Austin - November 04, 2012
As the lights went down, the audience heard: "You won't have to cook, clean or fold any laundry for the next 90 minutes." As the title flaunts, MOTHERHOOD: THE MUSICAL is indeed about the joys, woes and bladder control problems that entails being a mom.
by Josh Austin - November 04, 2012
As the lights went down, the audience heard: "You won't have to cook, clean or fold any laundry for the next 90 minutes." As the title flaunts, MOTHERHOOD: THE MUSICAL is indeed about the joys, woes and bladder control problems that entails being a mom.
Photo Flash: First Look at Downstairs Cabaret Theatre's MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2012
Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, in collaboration with GFOUR Productions (producers of Menopause the Musical and winners of more than 30 Tony Awards), has announced what promises to be Rochester's next hit musical: MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL, running now through November 18. Get a first look at the cast onstage in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2012
Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, in collaboration with GFOUR Productions (producers of Menopause the Musical and winners of more than 30 Tony Awards), has announced what promises to be Rochester's next hit musical: MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL, running now through November 18. Get a first look at the cast onstage in the photos below!
THE PIPER, HOPE AND GRAVITY and THE GOD GAME Win Capital Rep and Proctors' Next Act New Play Summit
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2012
After a call for new work that resulted in submissions of more than 120 plays, Capital Repertory Theatre and Proctors announce the winning selections for the inaugural NEXT ACT NEW PLAY SUMMIT.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2012
After a call for new work that resulted in submissions of more than 120 plays, Capital Repertory Theatre and Proctors announce the winning selections for the inaugural NEXT ACT NEW PLAY SUMMIT.
Hudson Stage Company Presents STONES IN HIS POCKETS, 11/2-17
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2012
Hudson Stage Company announces its Fall Mainstage Production: STONES IN HIS POCKETS by Marie Jones, the Irish comedy-drama about two local extras in a movie being filmed in Ireland and a cavalcade of the delightful and touching characters involved in it. Winner of 2 Olivier awards. Directed by Dan Foster, Denise Bessette and Olivia Sklar, Producers.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2012
Hudson Stage Company announces its Fall Mainstage Production: STONES IN HIS POCKETS by Marie Jones, the Irish comedy-drama about two local extras in a movie being filmed in Ireland and a cavalcade of the delightful and touching characters involved in it. Winner of 2 Olivier awards. Directed by Dan Foster, Denise Bessette and Olivia Sklar, Producers.
STUDENT CENTER: St. Bonaventure University Senior Destined for Career in Design
by Mary Best - November 01, 2012
Do you know what it takes to make a functional rod puppet? What about a giant batch of fake blood? Senior Emily West knows how to make both those and more as part of her many skills showcased through her set, costume and prop designs as a dedicated member of St. Bonaventure University Theater. And now, Emily plans to pursuer her passion post-grad.
by Mary Best - November 01, 2012
Do you know what it takes to make a functional rod puppet? What about a giant batch of fake blood? Senior Emily West knows how to make both those and more as part of her many skills showcased through her set, costume and prop designs as a dedicated member of St. Bonaventure University Theater. And now, Emily plans to pursuer her passion post-grad.
Troika Entertainment Presents WEST SIDE STORY Tonight, 10/29
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2012
Casting has been announced for Troika Entertainment's tour of WEST SIDE STORY, the breathtaking revival based on Arthur Laurent's Broadway direction. The tour kicks off at the Clemens Center in Elmira, NY tonight, October 29, 2012.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2012
Casting has been announced for Troika Entertainment's tour of WEST SIDE STORY, the breathtaking revival based on Arthur Laurent's Broadway direction. The tour kicks off at the Clemens Center in Elmira, NY tonight, October 29, 2012.
Downstairs Cabaret Theatre Presents MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL, Now thru 11/18
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2012
Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, in collaboration with GFour Productions (producers of Menopause the Musical and winners of more than 30 Tony Awards), has announced what promises to be Rochester's next hit musical: MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2012
Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, in collaboration with GFour Productions (producers of Menopause the Musical and winners of more than 30 Tony Awards), has announced what promises to be Rochester's next hit musical: MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL.
Photo Flash: First Look at Kitchen Theatre's OPUS
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2012
The Kitchen Theatre Company's 22nd Season continues with a play about a renowned string quartet. Equal parts mystery, romance, and backstage drama, Opus by Michael Hollinger runs October 17th to November 11th at the Kitchen Theatre in downtown Ithaca. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2012
The Kitchen Theatre Company's 22nd Season continues with a play about a renowned string quartet. Equal parts mystery, romance, and backstage drama, Opus by Michael Hollinger runs October 17th to November 11th at the Kitchen Theatre in downtown Ithaca. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below.
Photo Flash: Blackfriars Theatre Presents MELANIE AND THE RECORD MAN
by Kelsey Denette - October 25, 2012
Melanie And The Record Man will finish its run on October 28, with a 2pm matinee. Ticket prices are $45, all seats, all shows.
by Kelsey Denette - October 25, 2012
Melanie And The Record Man will finish its run on October 28, with a 2pm matinee. Ticket prices are $45, all seats, all shows.
CRT Hosts Halloween Trivia Night and Costume Contest Tonight, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2012
Who sat in the pumpkin patch waiting for the Great Pumpkin? Which actor played the Frankenstein monster in Mel Brooks' "Young Frankenstein"? Who haunted Ichabod Crane? Do you know your ghosts and ghouls? Then mark your calendars for Cortland Repertory Theatre's Halloween themed Trivia Night and Costume Contest! This fund raiser, in support of CRT's Youth Programs, will be held tonight, October 24th, upstairs at the Dark Horse Tavern, 96 Main Street in Cortland.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2012
Who sat in the pumpkin patch waiting for the Great Pumpkin? Which actor played the Frankenstein monster in Mel Brooks' "Young Frankenstein"? Who haunted Ichabod Crane? Do you know your ghosts and ghouls? Then mark your calendars for Cortland Repertory Theatre's Halloween themed Trivia Night and Costume Contest! This fund raiser, in support of CRT's Youth Programs, will be held tonight, October 24th, upstairs at the Dark Horse Tavern, 96 Main Street in Cortland.
The Emelin Announces Upcoming Events
by Kelsey Denette - October 23, 2012
The Emilin has announced the following upcoming events.
by Kelsey Denette - October 23, 2012
The Emilin has announced the following upcoming events.
Skidmore College Department of Theater Presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Beginning 11/16
by Kelsey Denette - October 23, 2012
The Skidmore College Department of Theater has announced its Fall 2012 mainstage production, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by William Shakespeare, directed by Doug Seldin. Performances are November 16-18 and November 29-December 2. All shows are in the Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater at 8:00pm except Sunday matinees at 2:00pm.
by Kelsey Denette - October 23, 2012
The Skidmore College Department of Theater has announced its Fall 2012 mainstage production, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by William Shakespeare, directed by Doug Seldin. Performances are November 16-18 and November 29-December 2. All shows are in the Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater at 8:00pm except Sunday matinees at 2:00pm.
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Hello, Dolly!
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Joe Turner's Come and Gone
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Mystic Pizza
Capital Repertory Theatre (7/10 - 8/9) | |
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Suffs
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Disney's Frozen The Broadway Musical
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Spamalot
West Herr Auditorium Theatre (1/13 - 1/18) | |
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Wicked
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Dolly West's Kitchen by Frank McGuinness
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