BWW Reviews: Must See, Thought Provoking, Entertaining EINSTEIN, at Actors' Summit
by Roy Berko - January 19, 2015
Brian Zoldessy, one of the area's most awarded actors, seems to be making a career of bringing real people to life. He was Ned Weeks, the AIDS activist in Ensemble's THE NORMAL HEART, Sigmund Freud, the recognized father of Psychoanalysis in Actors' Summit's FREUD'S LAST SESSION, and now he's reincarnating the renowned physicist, Albert Einstein. He won both Cleveland Critics Circle and Times Tribute Theatre awards for the former two roles, and the odds are he'll be receiving similar recognition for his most recent portrayal.
by Roy Berko - January 19, 2015
Brian Zoldessy, one of the area's most awarded actors, seems to be making a career of bringing real people to life. He was Ned Weeks, the AIDS activist in Ensemble's THE NORMAL HEART, Sigmund Freud, the recognized father of Psychoanalysis in Actors' Summit's FREUD'S LAST SESSION, and now he's reincarnating the renowned physicist, Albert Einstein. He won both Cleveland Critics Circle and Times Tribute Theatre awards for the former two roles, and the odds are he'll be receiving similar recognition for his most recent portrayal.
2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Winners Announced - Betsy Mugavero, Anthony Covatta, Pat Miller & More!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 12, 2015
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 60 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2014 Cleveland winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 12, 2015
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 60 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2014 Cleveland winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
Cain Park to Stage GODSPELL During 2015 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2015
The City of Cleveland Heights and Cain Park 2015 Theater Artistic Director Ian Hinz announce that GODSPELL will open Cain Park's 2015 season in the Alma Theater June 12-28 (preview June 11). Hinz and Joanna May Hunkins, associate director of The Musical Theater Project, will co-direct this family-friendly musical with music direction by Jordan Cooper and choreography by Katie Nabors Strong.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2015
The City of Cleveland Heights and Cain Park 2015 Theater Artistic Director Ian Hinz announce that GODSPELL will open Cain Park's 2015 season in the Alma Theater June 12-28 (preview June 11). Hinz and Joanna May Hunkins, associate director of The Musical Theater Project, will co-direct this family-friendly musical with music direction by Jordan Cooper and choreography by Katie Nabors Strong.
Beck Center and BW Music Theatre to Present DOGFIGHT, 2/6-3/15
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2015
Beck Center for the Arts is pleased to again partner with the Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre program to present the heartbreaking and hauntingly beautiful Dogfight, February 6 through March 15, 2014 in the intimate Studio Theater. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are now on sale.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2015
Beck Center for the Arts is pleased to again partner with the Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre program to present the heartbreaking and hauntingly beautiful Dogfight, February 6 through March 15, 2014 in the intimate Studio Theater. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are now on sale.
Musical Theater Project's OVER THE RAINBOW: THE SONGS OF HAROLD ARLEN to Play Cuyahoga Community College's Eastern Campus Performing Arts Center, 1/18
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2015
The Musical Theater Project celebrates the 75th anniversary year of The Wizard of Oz by saluting the composer behind the music in "Over the Rainbow: The Songs of Harold Arlen," to be presented at Cuyahoga Community College's Eastern Campus Performing Arts Center on Sunday, January 18, 2015 at 3pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2015
The Musical Theater Project celebrates the 75th anniversary year of The Wizard of Oz by saluting the composer behind the music in "Over the Rainbow: The Songs of Harold Arlen," to be presented at Cuyahoga Community College's Eastern Campus Performing Arts Center on Sunday, January 18, 2015 at 3pm.
Convergence-Continuum 2015 Season to Include ISAAC'S EYE, WOLVES, and More
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2014
Starting Feb 12 and running through Dec 19, convergence-continuum will present a jam-packed season of innovative, cutting-edge theatre at the intimate Liminis theater in Cleveland's historic Tremont neighborhood.
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2014
Starting Feb 12 and running through Dec 19, convergence-continuum will present a jam-packed season of innovative, cutting-edge theatre at the intimate Liminis theater in Cleveland's historic Tremont neighborhood.
Last Chance to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2014
It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2014
It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!
Time is Ticking to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - December 19, 2014
Time is ticking on your last chance to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 19th. Voting closes at the end of the year!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 19, 2014
Time is ticking on your last chance to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 19th. Voting closes at the end of the year!
Final Two Weeks of Voting for the BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards - Pat Miller Leads!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 13, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
by BWW Special Coverage - December 13, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
Tickets to THE SING-OFF LIVE! at PlayhouseSquare's Connor Palace on Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2014
The Sing-Off, NBC's No. 1 rated a cappella music competition, returns to the road this February for its second national The Sing-Off Live! Tour. The tour makes its Cleveland stop at PlayhouseSquare's Connor Palace Tues., March 24 at 7:30 pm. Tickets go on sale beginning at 11 am on Fri., Dec. 12 at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 or the Ticket Office. (General ticket prices are $5, $35, $30 & $10 Smart Seats. ***See below for VIP ticket package information.)
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2014
The Sing-Off, NBC's No. 1 rated a cappella music competition, returns to the road this February for its second national The Sing-Off Live! Tour. The tour makes its Cleveland stop at PlayhouseSquare's Connor Palace Tues., March 24 at 7:30 pm. Tickets go on sale beginning at 11 am on Fri., Dec. 12 at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 or the Ticket Office. (General ticket prices are $5, $35, $30 & $10 Smart Seats. ***See below for VIP ticket package information.)
Cleveland Hospital Fundraiser to Feature TV Stars Kathy Garver and Paul Petersen
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2014
Classic TV stars Kathy Garver ("Family Affair") and Paul Petersen ("The Donna Reed Show") are among special guests scheduled to appear at a 1960s-themed holiday fundraiser for UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital in Cleveland on Sunday, December 14.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2014
Classic TV stars Kathy Garver ("Family Affair") and Paul Petersen ("The Donna Reed Show") are among special guests scheduled to appear at a 1960s-themed holiday fundraiser for UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital in Cleveland on Sunday, December 14.
BWW Reviews: Funky, Fun, HIGH FIDELITY, A MUSICAL at Blank Canvas
by Roy Berko - December 09, 2014
Pat Ciamacco, artistic director at Blank Canvas, has a 'thing' for off-beat musicals. Sure, he produced 'Hair' and 'Godspell,' but it's more likely that what you'll see mounted on his stage are 'Beach Blanket Party,' 'Debbie Does Dallas,' and 'Texas Chainsaw Musical.' I'm surprised he's missed out on 'Bullshot Crummond,' 'Dance of the Vampires,' 'Expresso Bongo,' 'Hands on a Hard Body, and, of course, 'The Rocky Horror Show.'
by Roy Berko - December 09, 2014
Pat Ciamacco, artistic director at Blank Canvas, has a 'thing' for off-beat musicals. Sure, he produced 'Hair' and 'Godspell,' but it's more likely that what you'll see mounted on his stage are 'Beach Blanket Party,' 'Debbie Does Dallas,' and 'Texas Chainsaw Musical.' I'm surprised he's missed out on 'Bullshot Crummond,' 'Dance of the Vampires,' 'Expresso Bongo,' 'Hands on a Hard Body, and, of course, 'The Rocky Horror Show.'
STOMP Coming to PlayhouseSquare in January
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2014
STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returns to Cleveland at PlayhouseSquare; January 16-18, 2015. From its beginnings as a street performance in the UK, STOMP has grown into an international sensation over the past 20 years, having performed in more than 50 countries and in front of more than 24 million people.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2014
STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returns to Cleveland at PlayhouseSquare; January 16-18, 2015. From its beginnings as a street performance in the UK, STOMP has grown into an international sensation over the past 20 years, having performed in more than 50 countries and in front of more than 24 million people.
Tickets to THE SING-OFF LIVE! at PlayhouseSquare's Connor Palace On Sale 12/12
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2014
The Sing-Off, NBC's No. 1 rated a cappella music competition, returns to the road this February for its second national The Sing-Off Live! Tour. The tour makes its Cleveland stop at PlayhouseSquare's Connor Palace Tues., March 24 at 7:30 pm. Tickets go on sale beginning at 11 am on Fri., Dec. 12 at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 or the Ticket Office. (General ticket prices are $5, $35, $30 & $10 Smart Seats. ***See below for VIP ticket package information.)
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2014
The Sing-Off, NBC's No. 1 rated a cappella music competition, returns to the road this February for its second national The Sing-Off Live! Tour. The tour makes its Cleveland stop at PlayhouseSquare's Connor Palace Tues., March 24 at 7:30 pm. Tickets go on sale beginning at 11 am on Fri., Dec. 12 at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 or the Ticket Office. (General ticket prices are $5, $35, $30 & $10 Smart Seats. ***See below for VIP ticket package information.)
BWW Reviews: MARY POPPINS Continues the Happy Holiday Tradition at Beck
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
Like retail stores, local theatres realize that they need a big December holiday season to make enough profits to sustain themselves for rest of the year.
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
Like retail stores, local theatres realize that they need a big December holiday season to make enough profits to sustain themselves for rest of the year.
BWW Reviews: CPT's AMERICAN FALLS is an Existentialist Tale of Hearing and Destruction
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
The existentialists ask, 'What does it mean to exist? What is our purpose in being?' 'American Falls,' Miki Johnson's drama which showcases eight people living in a small town-six alive, two dead-is an existentialist exercise.
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
The existentialists ask, 'What does it mean to exist? What is our purpose in being?' 'American Falls,' Miki Johnson's drama which showcases eight people living in a small town-six alive, two dead-is an existentialist exercise.
BWW Reviews: New Cast Brings Added Cheer to A CHRISTMAS STORY at Cleveland Play House
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
Little did I realize as I stood many years ago, as an extra, in front of Higbee's Department Store in downtown Cleveland at 3 AM, that I was participating in the filming of what would become one of the most popular winter holiday movies of all times.
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
Little did I realize as I stood many years ago, as an extra, in front of Higbee's Department Store in downtown Cleveland at 3 AM, that I was participating in the filming of what would become one of the most popular winter holiday movies of all times.
BWW Reviews: A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS - A Massive and Impressive Undertaking at Dobama
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
Pulitzer Prize winner Paula Vogel is noted for crafting play scripts which impact directly on the lives of people. A review of her works illustrates that she writes about issues that need to be expressed (AIDS, sexual abuse, prostitution, degradation of the individual), she favors writing about emotional circumstances which she expresses in narrative structures, and her works contain theatrical requirements that make for better viewing, than reading.
by Roy Berko - December 08, 2014
Pulitzer Prize winner Paula Vogel is noted for crafting play scripts which impact directly on the lives of people. A review of her works illustrates that she writes about issues that need to be expressed (AIDS, sexual abuse, prostitution, degradation of the individual), she favors writing about emotional circumstances which she expresses in narrative structures, and her works contain theatrical requirements that make for better viewing, than reading.
Photo Flash: First Look at Beck Center's MARY POPPINS, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2014
Beck Center for the Arts presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, December 5, 2014 through January 4, 2015 on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Please note early curtain times. A special performance will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 18. Two performances (2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.) will be held on Saturdays, December 13, 27 and January 3. A matinee-only will be held on Saturday, December 20. Tickets are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2014
Beck Center for the Arts presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, December 5, 2014 through January 4, 2015 on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Please note early curtain times. A special performance will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 18. Two performances (2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.) will be held on Saturdays, December 13, 27 and January 3. A matinee-only will be held on Saturday, December 20. Tickets are on sale now.
Beck Center's MARY POPPINS Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2014
Beck Center for the Arts presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, tonight, December 5, 2014 through January 4, 2015 on the Mackey Main Stage.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2014
Beck Center for the Arts presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, tonight, December 5, 2014 through January 4, 2015 on the Mackey Main Stage.
BWW Reviews: It's That Time of Year - Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at State Theatre
by Roy Berko - December 04, 2014
The holiday season is upon us. Many local theatres are geared to make your days merry and bright. Curtains have or will shortly go up on the likes of 'A Christmas Carol,' 'A Christmas Story,' and 'Santaland Diaries.' Even The Key Bank Broadway series is ringing in the season with a holiday musical, 'Irving Berlin's White Christmas.'
by Roy Berko - December 04, 2014
The holiday season is upon us. Many local theatres are geared to make your days merry and bright. Curtains have or will shortly go up on the likes of 'A Christmas Carol,' 'A Christmas Story,' and 'Santaland Diaries.' Even The Key Bank Broadway series is ringing in the season with a holiday musical, 'Irving Berlin's White Christmas.'
Unwrap the Latest Voting Update for the BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards - Will Crosby Leads!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 04, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
by BWW Special Coverage - December 04, 2014
Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
Richard J. Fasenmyer Foundation Pledges $10 Million to Campaign for PlayhouseSquare
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
The Richard J. Fasenmyer Foundation has made a $10 million commitment to Advancing the Legacy, The Campaign for PlayhouseSquare, the largest gift to the campaign to date.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
The Richard J. Fasenmyer Foundation has made a $10 million commitment to Advancing the Legacy, The Campaign for PlayhouseSquare, the largest gift to the campaign to date.
BWW Reviews: Farcical HOUNDS OF BASKERVILLES at Actors' Summit
by Roy Berko - December 02, 2014
There's a moor, a diabolical hound, a maiden, a man who dies of a heart attack (well, maybe), a butler who carries around a tray of plastic food and wears an obvious fake beard, an attempt to perform CPR on an obvious stuffed dummy, men in a sauna wearing towels over their suits, men dressed as women, and lots of doors slamming.
by Roy Berko - December 02, 2014
There's a moor, a diabolical hound, a maiden, a man who dies of a heart attack (well, maybe), a butler who carries around a tray of plastic food and wears an obvious fake beard, an attempt to perform CPR on an obvious stuffed dummy, men in a sauna wearing towels over their suits, men dressed as women, and lots of doors slamming.
BWW Reviews: THE NUTCRACKER - Orchestra and Chorus Superb, Short Version and Dancing Proficient
by Roy Berko - December 01, 2014
From 1981 until about 2000, Cleveland audiences were enchanted with Dennis Nahat, the then artistic-director of Cleveland Ballet, later the Cleveland San Jose Ballet' s version of 'The Nutcracker.' Often starring the wunderkinds of the company, Karen Gabay and Raymond Rodriguez, the production was filled creativity, gorgeous costumes and scenery, enveloping story telling, and general wonder.
by Roy Berko - December 01, 2014
From 1981 until about 2000, Cleveland audiences were enchanted with Dennis Nahat, the then artistic-director of Cleveland Ballet, later the Cleveland San Jose Ballet' s version of 'The Nutcracker.' Often starring the wunderkinds of the company, Karen Gabay and Raymond Rodriguez, the production was filled creativity, gorgeous costumes and scenery, enveloping story telling, and general wonder.
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