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Liminis Theater Presents World Premiere of GIVE THE MAP by Robert Hawkes
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2016
The first scene of King Lear goes badly for the old man, as we know. But what the heck was he expecting, anyway? This one-act prologue to Shakespeare's version of the tale seeks to answer that very question, as the King and his Fool try desperately to control events that have not even happened yet. An old man tries to retire from public life with what he considers to be the dignity befitting his station, and sets himself up to fail. Along the way, we encounter memory, grief, denial, the power of language, clowning, fooling, and the invisibility of numbers.
THE GRINCH is Coming to Steal Christmas in Cleveland!
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2016
Playhouse Square is proud to present the Cleveland premiere of Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at the Connor Palace, December 6-11, 2016. Hailed by The New York Times as "100 times better than any bedside story," this classic holiday musical will enchant adults and children alike. Tickets are on sale now!
Blank Canvas Theatre Presents CABARET in the Musical's 50 Year Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2016
The musical CABARET turns 50 this year, and its latest production hits the Blank Canvas Theatre stage.
The O'Jays and Stephanie Mills to Perform at Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2016
Fans of Northeast Ohio R&B icons, The O'Jays, will be able to jump onboard that Love Train when tickets go on sale Sat., Nov. 19 at 11 am for the January 28, 8 pm O'JAYS and STEPHANIE MILLS concert at Playhouse Square's State Theatre.
BWW Review: BODYTRAFFIC (Dance Cleveland)
by Roy Berko - November 15, 2016
A near sold-out audience rose as one following the BODYTRAFFIC dance concert at the Ohio Theatre. They had witnessed a variety of creative, well-executed, serendipitous dance numbers.
Finding Dory Makes a Splash as Part of Disney On Ice Presents FOLLOW YOUR HEART
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2016
Disney•Pixar's record-breaking animated feature Finding Dory makes a splash this January in Disney On Ice presents Follow Your Heart, produced by Feld Entertainment.  The action-packed adventure also brings Disney•Pixar's Inside Out to the icy stage for the first time, together with other beloved Disney characters. Tickets are on sale November 15th for Cleveland.
AN AFTERNOON OF BALLET Presented By Canton Youth Symphonies, 11/20
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2016
"In the United States, it is rare for professional orchestras and ballet companies to have the chance to perform with each other. For a youth orchestra to get to do so is almost unheard of."  These are the words of Rachel Waddell, Associate Conductor of the Canton Symphony Orchestra and Music Director of the Canton Youth Symphonies as she prepares her youth ensembles for their first concert of the 2016-17 season on November 20 at 4:00pm at Umstattd Performing Arts Hall.  The Canton Youth Symphony and Canton Youth Symphony Advanced Orchestra will welcome members of Ballet Le Reve of Canal Fulton to perform with them.
BWW Review: WEST SIDE STORY at Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre Program
by Roy Berko - November 14, 2016
WEST SIDE STORY, the Jerome Robbins (concept development), Leonard Bernstein (Music), Arthur Laurents (book), and Stephen Sondheim (lyrics), had an interesting road from idea to Broadway production to revivals. The script is now in production by the Baldwin Wallace Department of Theatre and Dance and the Conservatory of Music's Musical Theatre Program.
A CHRISTMAS STORY to Return to Cleveland Play House for the Holidays
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
The most popular show in Cleveland Play House history is back just in time for the holidays! A Christmas Story will once again delight Cleveland audiences with its nostalgic tale of little Ralphie Parker and his ultimate Christmas wish.
The Snowman Returns to Cleveland this Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2016
Join us on the magical adventure of a little boy and his imaginary friend, The Snowman! The holiday classic returns to the stage...    
Spotlight on Bill Rudman, Artistic Director, Musical Theater Project and Footlight Parade
by Roy Berko - November 10, 2016
Bill Rudman, Artistic Director of the Musical Theater Project who hosts the radio show 'Footlight Parade' and often co-hosts the MTP live performances, has had an interest in musical theater since he was five and his parents let him stay up late to watch Mary Martin in Peter Pan on television. As Rudman said in a recent interview, 'That did it!'
Clague Playhouse Celebrates the Holidays with PLAID TIDINGS
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
Clague Playhouse continues its 89th season with the festive Forever Plaid holiday musical, Plaid Tidings. Running November 18-December 18, 2016, everyone's favorite 1960's male quartet will bring the harmonies of the season to the Clague stage.
Canton Symphony Orchestra Presents MASTERWORK 3 SEASONINGS, 11/19
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
It is appropriate that the next MasterWorks concert to be performed by the Canton Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is titled "Seasonings".  Not only are we in the midst of the changing seasons, but we are approaching that time of year when kitchens are full of the robust aromas of well-seasoned comfort foods.  The concert program on November 19, 2016 at 8:00pm at Umstattd Performing Arts Hall at the Zimmermann Symphony Center may not offer savory tidbits, but it promises to spice up the night with delicious sounds!  The concert is sponsored in part by Danbury Senior Living.
Liminis Theater Presents World Premiere of GIVE THE MAP by Robert Hawkes
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2016
The first scene of King Lear goes badly for the old man, as we know. But what the heck was he expecting, anyway? This one-act prologue to Shakespeare's version of the tale seeks to answer that very question, as the King and his Fool try desperately to control events that have not even happened yet. An old man tries to retire from public life with what he considers to be the dignity befitting his station, and sets himself up to fail. Along the way, we encounter memory, grief, denial, the power of language, clowning, fooling, and the invisibility of numbers.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to Playhouse Square for 28th Year
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016
The stage of the Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square will glow with good spirits and time-honored tradition when Great Lakes Theater (GLT) presents its twenty-eighth annual production of Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol, running November 26 - December 23, 2016.
Voting Now Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - November 07, 2016
Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting will run through December 31. Winners will be announced in early January!
BWW Review: ANNAPURNA at None Too Fragile
by Roy Berko - November 07, 2016
Ulysses, a former college professor and well-published poet, has been living off the grid for over twenty years. His wife and son assumed he was dead.
BWW Review: RASHEEDA SPEAKING at Karma
by Roy Berko - November 07, 2016
As the lights come up on Joel Drake Johnson's RASHEEDA SPEAKING at Karamu, a shadow of a woman can be seen through the textured door window of a doctor's office.
Shaker Theatre Arts & Music Departments Present URINETOWN, THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
Shaker Theatre Arts and Music Departments proudly present the Fall Musical, Urinetown, playing December 1-3 at 7 pm, in the Large Auditorium at 15911 Aldersyde Drive, Shaker Heights, OH 44120.
WordStage Literary Concerts Presents RICHARD WAGNER'S VISIT TO ROSSINI – PARIS 1860
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
In 1860 Wagner went to Paris to arrange a performance of his new opera, Tannhauser at the Paris Opera.  While there he made the obligatory visits to the great composers living in and around the city.  His visit to Rossini was memorable as the older Bel Canto school composer had reportedly made some very disparaging remarks about Wagner's music, so Wagner went with more than a bit of trepidation.  These rumors proved to be false and what ensued was an afternoon of an exchange of musical ideas and reminiscences about their careers and accomplishments, in which they shared opinions on and cited influences of a number of the great composer of their era.  All this was recorded by the Parisian musician and journalist, Edmond Michotte.
BWW Review: FINDING NEVERLAND at CONNOR PALACE
by Roy Berko - November 03, 2016
Peter Pan has had quite a life. Since his conception by J. M. Barrie, the boy who refused to grow up has been associated with books, plays, films, costumes, art work, a television series, and music, as well as having his name given to a race horse, a food product, a bus line, an emergency health rescue service, a psychological syndrome, and a rock band.
Cast Announced for Cleveland Premiere of KISS KISS BANG BANG
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
Blank Canvas Theatre's Factory Series presents KISS KISS BANG BANG by Stuart Hoffman and directed by Jacqi Loewy. This Cleveland premiere will run from November 10 - 13.
The Musical Theater Project Presents ALMOST LIKE BEING IN LOVE: THE SONGS OF LERNER & LOEWE
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
The Musical Theater Project will produce "Almost Like Being in Love: The Songs of Lerner and Loewe" on Sunday, November 20 (2pm) at the Hanna Theater at Playhouse Square.
Ohio Dance Theatre Presents THE NUTCRACKER In Collaboration With Verb Ballets, 12/16-18
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
A holiday tradition returns when Ohio Dance Theatre in collaboration with Verb Ballets present The Nutcracker at the Stocker Arts Center running December 16-18, 2016. A wonderful ballet for the entire family, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to ring in the holiday season. From the elaborate party scene to the lavish grace of the Dew Drop Fairy, the full stage production is sure to enchant audiences of all ages. 
Cleveland Comedy Festival Back for 9th Year of Laughs!
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
Back for its 9th year, The Cleveland Comedy Festival returns to Playhouse Square November 16-20 with: comedy performances and contests (spotlighting 48 of the funniest up-and-coming comedians from all over the U.S.), free comedy happy hours and a sneak preview of the comics of tomorrow, as kids ages 10 -17 “graduate” from their four-week stand-up comedy classes.

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