BWW Review: Mesmerizing HOW TO BE A RESPECTABLE JUNKIE in World Premiere at Dobama
by Roy Berko - June 18, 2017
Newspapers and television are filled with stories of drug overdoses, excessive prescriptions for opioids, and dependency on drugs due to PTSD, pain and depression. Obituaries note an increasing number of young people dying because of overdosing. Hands are wrung, mea culpas chanted, and social service centers pontificate, but the siege continues.
by Roy Berko - June 18, 2017
Newspapers and television are filled with stories of drug overdoses, excessive prescriptions for opioids, and dependency on drugs due to PTSD, pain and depression. Obituaries note an increasing number of young people dying because of overdosing. Hands are wrung, mea culpas chanted, and social service centers pontificate, but the siege continues.
BWW Review: “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” less than it should be at Blank Canvas
by Roy Berko - June 13, 2017
Comedian Steve Martin has written a thought-provoking, clever script which gets a less than stellar production at Cleveland's Blank Canvas. It's not bad, just not what it could be.
by Roy Berko - June 13, 2017
Comedian Steve Martin has written a thought-provoking, clever script which gets a less than stellar production at Cleveland's Blank Canvas. It's not bad, just not what it could be.
BWW Review: ROCK OF AGES Rocks, Really Rocks, at Cain Park
by Roy Berko - June 11, 2017
If you are a fanatic for rock and roll, especially from the genre's golden age, you will absolutely love "Rock of Ages." "Oh Sherrie," "The Search is Over," as you'll think it's "Just like Paradise" and believe that you are in "Heaven," having "Nothin' But a Good Time," which is pretty darn good!
by Roy Berko - June 11, 2017
If you are a fanatic for rock and roll, especially from the genre's golden age, you will absolutely love "Rock of Ages." "Oh Sherrie," "The Search is Over," as you'll think it's "Just like Paradise" and believe that you are in "Heaven," having "Nothin' But a Good Time," which is pretty darn good!
PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE Opens This Weekend at Blank Canvas Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2017
Picasso at the Lapin Agile is a magical look into an imagined conversation between two minds that had a powerful impact on the shape of the 20th century and those lucky enough to have been there to witness it in a neighborhood bar in Paris in 1903.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2017
Picasso at the Lapin Agile is a magical look into an imagined conversation between two minds that had a powerful impact on the shape of the 20th century and those lucky enough to have been there to witness it in a neighborhood bar in Paris in 1903.
John Cleese Set for 'HOLY GRAIL' Event at Playhouse Square's State Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Living comedy legend, John Cleese, is heading in your general direction for a live and truly unforgettable evening of conversation and audience Q&A on Wednesday, September 27th at the State Theatre. Absurd and/or ridiculous questions only, please.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Living comedy legend, John Cleese, is heading in your general direction for a live and truly unforgettable evening of conversation and audience Q&A on Wednesday, September 27th at the State Theatre. Absurd and/or ridiculous questions only, please.
Mamai's 2017 Season at Playhouse Square to Continue with THE TESTAMENT OF MARY
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Mamai's 2017 Season at Playhouse Square continues with the Regional Premiere of Colm Toibin's THE TESTAMENT OF MARY!
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Mamai's 2017 Season at Playhouse Square continues with the Regional Premiere of Colm Toibin's THE TESTAMENT OF MARY!
Young Playwrights Invited to BARNSTORMERS WORKSHOP at Clague this Summer
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Clague Playhouse is seeking young playwrights for the new summer offering, CLAGUE BARNSTORMERS: WORKSHOP FOR ASPIRING YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS. Aspiring young playwrights in grades 7-10 are invited to join us for the workshop, running July 10-21, 2017. This workshop has been made possible with the generous help of a grant from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture (CAC).
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Clague Playhouse is seeking young playwrights for the new summer offering, CLAGUE BARNSTORMERS: WORKSHOP FOR ASPIRING YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS. Aspiring young playwrights in grades 7-10 are invited to join us for the workshop, running July 10-21, 2017. This workshop has been made possible with the generous help of a grant from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture (CAC).
BWW Review: REALLY REALLY, Thought Provoking, Inciting, Well-Conceived at Beck Center for the Arts
by Roy Berko - June 03, 2017
"Really Really" is "murder" mystery without a dead body, but still asks, "Who did it?" It's a must see for anyone interested in thoughtful and well-conceived theater.
by Roy Berko - June 03, 2017
"Really Really" is "murder" mystery without a dead body, but still asks, "Who did it?" It's a must see for anyone interested in thoughtful and well-conceived theater.
Cleveland Public Theatre announces 17/18 Season: STAND
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan announces the 2017/2018 season, which delivers on CPT's mission of raising consciousness and nurturing compassion through theatre that is daring, relevant and socially-conscious.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan announces the 2017/2018 season, which delivers on CPT's mission of raising consciousness and nurturing compassion through theatre that is daring, relevant and socially-conscious.
Photo Flash: First Look at RED ASH MOSAIC at Cleveland Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the world premiere of Red Ash Mosaic, created by Raymond Bobgan and Cleveland Core Ensemble and directed by Raymond Bobgan. Red Ash Mosaic is onstage now through June 17th, 2017, in CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the world premiere of Red Ash Mosaic, created by Raymond Bobgan and Cleveland Core Ensemble and directed by Raymond Bobgan. Red Ash Mosaic is onstage now through June 17th, 2017, in CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Interplay Presents PLEASE DON'T ASK ABOUT BECKET Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Interplay Jewish Theatre announces two staged readings of Please Don't Ask About Becket, by L.A. playwright Wendy Graf. Performances are on Sunday, July 9, at 2 p.m.; and Monday, July 10, at 7 p.m. The readings are hosted by Dobama Theatre, 2340 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Interplay Jewish Theatre announces two staged readings of Please Don't Ask About Becket, by L.A. playwright Wendy Graf. Performances are on Sunday, July 9, at 2 p.m.; and Monday, July 10, at 7 p.m. The readings are hosted by Dobama Theatre, 2340 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights.
Cleveland Play House Announces HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN to Take the Stage in 2018
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Internationally acclaimed virtuoso pianist Hershey Felder (Broadway's George Gershwin Alone and Maestro Bernstein) will tickle the ivories as one of the most popular and prolific songwriters of the 20th century in Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Internationally acclaimed virtuoso pianist Hershey Felder (Broadway's George Gershwin Alone and Maestro Bernstein) will tickle the ivories as one of the most popular and prolific songwriters of the 20th century in Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin.
Cesear's Forum Presents Ionesco's THE LEADER as Performance Benefit
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2017
Cesear's Forum, Cleveland's small non-profit professional theatre company, is pleased to announce a performance benefit entitled; Eugene Ionesco's THE LEADER and other anecdotes by Christine Howey.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2017
Cesear's Forum, Cleveland's small non-profit professional theatre company, is pleased to announce a performance benefit entitled; Eugene Ionesco's THE LEADER and other anecdotes by Christine Howey.
Cain Park Opens 2017 Season with ROCK OF AGES
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2017
The City of Cleveland Heights announces the regional premiere of ROCK OF AGES will be produced in the Alma Theater June 8-25 as part of Cain Park?s 2017 season. Newly appointed Cain Park Theater Artistic Director Joanna May Hunkins will direct, with music direction by Jordan Cooper. ROCK OF AGES is a Tony-nominated Broadway musical that features a book by Chris D'Arienzo, arrangements and orchestrations by Ethan Popp and the classic rock hits of bands including Bon Jovi, Styx, Journey, Whitesnake, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, and others.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2017
The City of Cleveland Heights announces the regional premiere of ROCK OF AGES will be produced in the Alma Theater June 8-25 as part of Cain Park?s 2017 season. Newly appointed Cain Park Theater Artistic Director Joanna May Hunkins will direct, with music direction by Jordan Cooper. ROCK OF AGES is a Tony-nominated Broadway musical that features a book by Chris D'Arienzo, arrangements and orchestrations by Ethan Popp and the classic rock hits of bands including Bon Jovi, Styx, Journey, Whitesnake, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, and others.
Casting Announced for AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at Cleveland's Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2017
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, the most awarded new musical of 2015 and winner of four Tony Awards, will play Cleveland's Playhouse Square for a three-week engagement, June 20 - July 9, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2017
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, the most awarded new musical of 2015 and winner of four Tony Awards, will play Cleveland's Playhouse Square for a three-week engagement, June 20 - July 9, 2017.
Humorist David Sedaris Returns to Cleveland, 10/27
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2017
America & NPR's pre-eminent humorist, DAVID SEDARIS, is the literary world's rock star! He's admittedly self-absorbed and neurotic, prefers to refer to himself as a "lucky typist" rather than a "writer," but the validity in Sedaris' success is in how others describe him: "this century's answer to Mark Twain," "Garrison Keillor's evil twin," "comic literature's answer to The Rolling Stones," and New York Magazine calls Sedaris "the most brilliantly witty New Yorker since Dorothy Parker."
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2017
America & NPR's pre-eminent humorist, DAVID SEDARIS, is the literary world's rock star! He's admittedly self-absorbed and neurotic, prefers to refer to himself as a "lucky typist" rather than a "writer," but the validity in Sedaris' success is in how others describe him: "this century's answer to Mark Twain," "Garrison Keillor's evil twin," "comic literature's answer to The Rolling Stones," and New York Magazine calls Sedaris "the most brilliantly witty New Yorker since Dorothy Parker."
Women's Committee of The Cleveland Orchestra Receives League of American Orchestras Award
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2017
At this year's League of American Orchestras National Conference, the Volunteer Council of the League will present the Women's Committee of The Cleveland Orchestra (WCCO) with a Roundtable Award in the annual Gold Book competition.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2017
At this year's League of American Orchestras National Conference, the Volunteer Council of the League will present the Women's Committee of The Cleveland Orchestra (WCCO) with a Roundtable Award in the annual Gold Book competition.
Cleveland Public Theatre to Host 2017-18 Season Announcement Party this Friday
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan will announce the theatre's 36th season on Friday, June 2 at 10:00pm in CPT's Storefront Studio following the opening night performance of Red Ash Mosaic. The 2017/2018 Season Announcement Party is free and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan will announce the theatre's 36th season on Friday, June 2 at 10:00pm in CPT's Storefront Studio following the opening night performance of Red Ash Mosaic. The 2017/2018 Season Announcement Party is free and open to the public.
BWW Review: MASSACRE (SING TO YOUR CHILDREN) at Convergence-Continuum
by Roy Berko - May 27, 2017
"Massacre (Sing to Your Children)" is an abstract play whose meaning will depend on an individual's views of the world, and their willingness to search for the author's intent and purpose. This is a script and production for playgoers who like to probe for ideas with no need for clarity of ideas or outcomes.
by Roy Berko - May 27, 2017
"Massacre (Sing to Your Children)" is an abstract play whose meaning will depend on an individual's views of the world, and their willingness to search for the author's intent and purpose. This is a script and production for playgoers who like to probe for ideas with no need for clarity of ideas or outcomes.
THE MUSIC MAN, Other Home-Grown Family Fun Set for Summer in Wayne County
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017
Are you looking for a great place to vacation with your family this summer? Does a stress-free trip where you don't have to wait in long lines or spend a fortune sound good to you? Then you might want to check out the fun family adventures Wayne County, Ohio has to offer.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017
Are you looking for a great place to vacation with your family this summer? Does a stress-free trip where you don't have to wait in long lines or spend a fortune sound good to you? Then you might want to check out the fun family adventures Wayne County, Ohio has to offer.
New CIM Class Sets High Bar with Most Diverse in School History
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017
When 130 of the most talented classical music students in the world arrive at the Cleveland Institute of Music on August 28, 2017 - competition laureates and performance veterans from esteemed ensembles as the La Scala Opera, the Interlochen Arts Academy and the New World Symphony among them - a profound milestone will also be surpassed: students of color will represent an historic 10 percent of the incoming class.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017
When 130 of the most talented classical music students in the world arrive at the Cleveland Institute of Music on August 28, 2017 - competition laureates and performance veterans from esteemed ensembles as the La Scala Opera, the Interlochen Arts Academy and the New World Symphony among them - a profound milestone will also be surpassed: students of color will represent an historic 10 percent of the incoming class.
RAIN Celebrates Sgt. Pepper 50th Anniversary with Concert Salute
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2017
June 1 will mark the 50th anniversary release of The Beatles' iconic album, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and for the first time ever,
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2017
June 1 will mark the 50th anniversary release of The Beatles' iconic album, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and for the first time ever,
Paula Poundstone to Return for Intimate Playhouse Square Show This Fall
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Heralded as one of our country's foremost comics, PAULA POUNDSTONE's quick-thinking, unscripted approach to comedy makes for a perfect fit as a regular panelist on NPR's #1 show, the screwball weekly news quiz show WAIT WAIT...DON'T TELL ME! (heard locally on WCPN and WKSU), where she holds the record for game losses. 'The others cheat,' she says magnanimously, 'you wouldn't think NPR would put up with that.'
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Heralded as one of our country's foremost comics, PAULA POUNDSTONE's quick-thinking, unscripted approach to comedy makes for a perfect fit as a regular panelist on NPR's #1 show, the screwball weekly news quiz show WAIT WAIT...DON'T TELL ME! (heard locally on WCPN and WKSU), where she holds the record for game losses. 'The others cheat,' she says magnanimously, 'you wouldn't think NPR would put up with that.'
Announcing the 2017 Dazzle Awards Recipients
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
With the aim of inspiring performance and recognizing the importance of musical theater and arts education in Northeast Ohio high schools, Playhouse Square proudly held its second annual Dazzle Awards ceremony on Saturday, May 20. The Dazzle Awards are affiliated with the National High School Musical Theatre Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
With the aim of inspiring performance and recognizing the importance of musical theater and arts education in Northeast Ohio high schools, Playhouse Square proudly held its second annual Dazzle Awards ceremony on Saturday, May 20. The Dazzle Awards are affiliated with the National High School Musical Theatre Awards
Cleveland Public Theatre presents RED ASH MOSAIC
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to announce the world premiere of Red Ash Mosaic, created by Raymond Bobgan and Cleveland Core Ensemble and directed by Raymond Bobgan. Red Ash Mosaic is onstage May 25th through June 17th, 2017, in CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to announce the world premiere of Red Ash Mosaic, created by Raymond Bobgan and Cleveland Core Ensemble and directed by Raymond Bobgan. Red Ash Mosaic is onstage May 25th through June 17th, 2017, in CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre.
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