BWW Reviews: VENUS IN FUR, Seduction Without Sex at Cleveland Play House
by Roy Berko - November 11, 2013
A psychiatrist, who is credited with naming the act of sadomasochism, stated, 'I feel justified in calling this sexual anomaly 'Masochism,' because the author Sacher-Masoch frequently made this perversion, which up to his time was quite unknown to the scientific world as such, the substratum of his writing.' Yes, this is the same Leopold Sacher-Masoch who is the author of VENUS IN FURS, which is the subject of David Ives VENUS IN FUR, now in production at the Cleveland Play House.
by Roy Berko - November 11, 2013
A psychiatrist, who is credited with naming the act of sadomasochism, stated, 'I feel justified in calling this sexual anomaly 'Masochism,' because the author Sacher-Masoch frequently made this perversion, which up to his time was quite unknown to the scientific world as such, the substratum of his writing.' Yes, this is the same Leopold Sacher-Masoch who is the author of VENUS IN FURS, which is the subject of David Ives VENUS IN FUR, now in production at the Cleveland Play House.
Cleveland Play House Extends VENUS IN FUR Through 11/30
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2013
Cleveland Play House's (CPH) smart and sexy comedy Venus in Fur, currently running in the Second Stage at PlayhouseSquare, has extended its run for three additional performances due to high audience demand. The production, which was previously scheduled to close on Nov. 24th, will now have additional performances on Friday, Nov. 29th at 7:30 p.m. and two performances on Saturday, Nov. 30th at 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. respectively. This Tony-nominated play by celebrated playwright David Ives is directed by CPH's newly appointed artistic director, Laura Kepley. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased by calling 216-241-6000 or by visiting www.clevelandplayhouse.com. This production of Venus in Fur is sponsored by Ambiance, The Store for Lovers.
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2013
Cleveland Play House's (CPH) smart and sexy comedy Venus in Fur, currently running in the Second Stage at PlayhouseSquare, has extended its run for three additional performances due to high audience demand. The production, which was previously scheduled to close on Nov. 24th, will now have additional performances on Friday, Nov. 29th at 7:30 p.m. and two performances on Saturday, Nov. 30th at 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. respectively. This Tony-nominated play by celebrated playwright David Ives is directed by CPH's newly appointed artistic director, Laura Kepley. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased by calling 216-241-6000 or by visiting www.clevelandplayhouse.com. This production of Venus in Fur is sponsored by Ambiance, The Store for Lovers.
PlayhouseSquare to Present 25th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL Production, 11/30-12/22
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2013
The stage of the Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare will glow with good spirits and time-honored tradition when Great Lakes Theater (GLT) presents its twenty-fifth anniversary production of Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol, running November 30 - December 22, 2013. The production has delighted more than 625,000 people in its history, making it one of northeast Ohio's most-loved and best-attended holiday events.
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2013
The stage of the Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare will glow with good spirits and time-honored tradition when Great Lakes Theater (GLT) presents its twenty-fifth anniversary production of Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol, running November 30 - December 22, 2013. The production has delighted more than 625,000 people in its history, making it one of northeast Ohio's most-loved and best-attended holiday events.
Beck Center's 65th Youth Theater Season Kicks Off with THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2013
Beck Center Youth Theater presents the first production of their 65th anniversary season, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, tonight, November 7-10, 2013, on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 8 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. A special student matinee performance is 10 a.m. today, November 7. Tickets are now on sale.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2013
Beck Center Youth Theater presents the first production of their 65th anniversary season, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, tonight, November 7-10, 2013, on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 8 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. A special student matinee performance is 10 a.m. today, November 7. Tickets are now on sale.
AMERICA'S GOT TALENT LIVE Tour Plays State Theatre at PlayhouseSquare Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2013
Headlining the America's Got Talent Live tour, coming to PlayhouseSquare's State Theatre November 6 at 7:30 pm will be Season 8 winner, Kenichi Ebina, who mesmerized America with his unique dance performances that combine illusions, mime, special effects, sound, light and video.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2013
Headlining the America's Got Talent Live tour, coming to PlayhouseSquare's State Theatre November 6 at 7:30 pm will be Season 8 winner, Kenichi Ebina, who mesmerized America with his unique dance performances that combine illusions, mime, special effects, sound, light and video.
Beck Center's 65th Youth Theater Season to Kick Off With THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN, 11/7
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2013
Beck Center Youth Theater presents the first production of their 65th anniversary season, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, November 7-10, 2013, on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 8 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. A special student matinee performance is 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 7. Tickets are now on sale.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2013
Beck Center Youth Theater presents the first production of their 65th anniversary season, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, November 7-10, 2013, on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 8 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. A special student matinee performance is 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 7. Tickets are now on sale.
BWW Reviews: BLACK CAT LOST at Theater Ninjas
by Roy Berko - November 04, 2013
Theater Ninja is a nomadic theatre company which has no permanent home and appears in store fronts, art spaces, and churches. It was founded in 2006 with the goal of developing innovative, nontraditional theatrical experiences. As founder Jeremy Paul explains, 'We are a risk-taking company.'
by Roy Berko - November 04, 2013
Theater Ninja is a nomadic theatre company which has no permanent home and appears in store fronts, art spaces, and churches. It was founded in 2006 with the goal of developing innovative, nontraditional theatrical experiences. As founder Jeremy Paul explains, 'We are a risk-taking company.'
Clevelander Roe Green honored by Dramatists Guild
by Roy Berko - November 04, 2013
On October 10, at the Dramatists Guild Fund annual gala at the Edison Ballroom in New York, Cleveland's Roe Green, Founder and President was honored for her patronage of the arts. The event was hosted by television and Broadway actor Michael Urie, and featured such legendary theatre elite as Stephen Schwartz, Ben Vereen, Bernadette Peters and Stephen Sondheim.
by Roy Berko - November 04, 2013
On October 10, at the Dramatists Guild Fund annual gala at the Edison Ballroom in New York, Cleveland's Roe Green, Founder and President was honored for her patronage of the arts. The event was hosted by television and Broadway actor Michael Urie, and featured such legendary theatre elite as Stephen Schwartz, Ben Vereen, Bernadette Peters and Stephen Sondheim.
CHICAGO to Return to PlayhouseSquare, Feat. John O'Hurley and More, Jan 7-12
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2013
CHICAGO returns to PlayhouseSquare for ONE WEEK ONLY, January 7-12, 2014 as part of the U.S. Bank Star Performance Series. Producers Barry and Fran Weissler announce that the suave, debonair, award-winning actor and star of stage, TV & film, John O'Hurley will return to the road to reprise the role of Billy Flynn at PlayhouseSquare in Cleveland.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2013
CHICAGO returns to PlayhouseSquare for ONE WEEK ONLY, January 7-12, 2014 as part of the U.S. Bank Star Performance Series. Producers Barry and Fran Weissler announce that the suave, debonair, award-winning actor and star of stage, TV & film, John O'Hurley will return to the road to reprise the role of Billy Flynn at PlayhouseSquare in Cleveland.
Playhouse South Presents 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL, Now thru 11/16
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2013
Playhouse South, Inc. presents 9 to 5: The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2013
Playhouse South, Inc. presents 9 to 5: The Musical.
The Cleveland Orchestra Seeks Nominations for Eleventh Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2013
The Cleveland Orchestra, in cooperation with the City of Cleveland and the Greater Cleveland Partnership, through the Commission on Economic Inclusion, is currently accepting nominations for the eleventh annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award, which will be presented at the Orchestra's Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Concert at Severance Hall on Sunday, January 19, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. Awards will be presented in three categories in recognition of the services and achievements of an adult, a youth, and a business or organization that have positively impacted Cleveland in the spirit of the teachings and example of Dr. King.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2013
The Cleveland Orchestra, in cooperation with the City of Cleveland and the Greater Cleveland Partnership, through the Commission on Economic Inclusion, is currently accepting nominations for the eleventh annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award, which will be presented at the Orchestra's Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Concert at Severance Hall on Sunday, January 19, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. Awards will be presented in three categories in recognition of the services and achievements of an adult, a youth, and a business or organization that have positively impacted Cleveland in the spirit of the teachings and example of Dr. King.
BWW Reviews: Engrossing, Impressive, Compelling COCK at Dobama
by Roy Berko - October 28, 2013
COCK, Mike Bartlett's compelling script, under the meticulous and creative direction of Corey Atkins, and some of the very best acting seen on a local stage, is an absolutely must see production. It's an A+ experience.
by Roy Berko - October 28, 2013
COCK, Mike Bartlett's compelling script, under the meticulous and creative direction of Corey Atkins, and some of the very best acting seen on a local stage, is an absolutely must see production. It's an A+ experience.
Olmsted Performing Arts Hosts a 'Boo-tiful Halloween Party' Today
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2013
Here, ye! Here, ye! Cinderella has invited all the princesses of the kingdom to her palace for a Boo-tiful Halloween Party tonight, October 27th at 7pm!
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2013
Here, ye! Here, ye! Cinderella has invited all the princesses of the kingdom to her palace for a Boo-tiful Halloween Party tonight, October 27th at 7pm!
Beck Center Youth Theater to Open Season with THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN, 11/7-10
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2013
Beck Center Youth Theater presents the first production of their 65th anniversary season, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, November 7-10, 2013, on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 8 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. A special student matinee performance is 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 7. Tickets are now on sale.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2013
Beck Center Youth Theater presents the first production of their 65th anniversary season, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, November 7-10, 2013, on the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 8 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. A special student matinee performance is 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 7. Tickets are now on sale.
Beck Center Honors Terry Stewart at 80th Anniversary Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2013
September 2013 marks the beginning of Beck Center for the Arts' landmark 80th season, and Beck Center certainly has cause to celebrate. From humble beginnings as Lakewood Little Theater in 1933, the organization has grown to be one of the largest arts organizations in Northeast Ohio, serving nearly 60,000 constituents annually with dynamic theater, arts education, exhibits and outreach programming. Tonight, October 19, 2013, Beck Center will host a gala,Spotlight, to honor the past and look forward to the next 80+ years of creating art experiences in Northeast Ohio. The festivities will include a special presentation to honor Terry Stewart, retired President & CEO of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2013
September 2013 marks the beginning of Beck Center for the Arts' landmark 80th season, and Beck Center certainly has cause to celebrate. From humble beginnings as Lakewood Little Theater in 1933, the organization has grown to be one of the largest arts organizations in Northeast Ohio, serving nearly 60,000 constituents annually with dynamic theater, arts education, exhibits and outreach programming. Tonight, October 19, 2013, Beck Center will host a gala,Spotlight, to honor the past and look forward to the next 80+ years of creating art experiences in Northeast Ohio. The festivities will include a special presentation to honor Terry Stewart, retired President & CEO of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum.
Cleveland Play House's VENUS IN FUR to Open 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2013
) The critically acclaimed seductive comedy Venus in Fur will take Cleveland Play House's (CPH) stage from Nov. 1st through Nov. 24th in the Second Stage at PlayhouseSquare. Hailed by The New York Times as "seriously smart and very funny," Venus in Fur promises to have audiences looking at the audition process in a whole new light. This Tony-nominated play by celebrated playwright David Ives will be directed by CPH's newly appointed artistic director, Laura Kepley. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased by calling 216-241-6000 or by visiting www.clevelandplayhouse.com. This production of Venus in Fur is sponsored by Ambiance, The Store for Lovers.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2013
) The critically acclaimed seductive comedy Venus in Fur will take Cleveland Play House's (CPH) stage from Nov. 1st through Nov. 24th in the Second Stage at PlayhouseSquare. Hailed by The New York Times as "seriously smart and very funny," Venus in Fur promises to have audiences looking at the audition process in a whole new light. This Tony-nominated play by celebrated playwright David Ives will be directed by CPH's newly appointed artistic director, Laura Kepley. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased by calling 216-241-6000 or by visiting www.clevelandplayhouse.com. This production of Venus in Fur is sponsored by Ambiance, The Store for Lovers.
BWW Reviews: CWRU/CPH MFA Prodction of TWELFTH NIGHT Goes Somewhat Awry
by Roy Berko - October 17, 2013
The Case Western Reserve/Cleveland Play House MFA Acting Program's class of 2014 has some excellent actors who should do well in their professional pursuits. Their production of TWELFTH NIGHT has some performance highlights, but the students appear to have been done a disservice by what could be declared a misdirected version of TWELFTH NIGHT. Maybe they can use the experience to learn the necessity of consistency of intent and directing execution.
by Roy Berko - October 17, 2013
The Case Western Reserve/Cleveland Play House MFA Acting Program's class of 2014 has some excellent actors who should do well in their professional pursuits. Their production of TWELFTH NIGHT has some performance highlights, but the students appear to have been done a disservice by what could be declared a misdirected version of TWELFTH NIGHT. Maybe they can use the experience to learn the necessity of consistency of intent and directing execution.
Ensemble Theatre's TheatreCLE Presents ALL THIS INTIMACY, VOODOO MACBETH, LIZARD PLAY and More in 2013-14
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2013
For Ensemble Theatre's 34th consecutive season 'Love' is all the Mainstage season needs while The Playground Theatre births its theatrical 'Second Season'. Ensemble also introduces TheatreCLE Summer (on the main stage) andTheatreCLE on tour!
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2013
For Ensemble Theatre's 34th consecutive season 'Love' is all the Mainstage season needs while The Playground Theatre births its theatrical 'Second Season'. Ensemble also introduces TheatreCLE Summer (on the main stage) andTheatreCLE on tour!
PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre Hosts THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE! Today
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2013
PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre will host The Price is Right Live! today, October 16th at 4 and 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2013
PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre will host The Price is Right Live! today, October 16th at 4 and 7:30 pm.
The Cleveland Orchestra and Lakewood Collaborate to Present The Cleveland Orchestra at Home in Lakewood May 17-24, 2014
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2013
The Cleveland Orchestra and Lakewood announce a new partnership that will present The Cleveland Orchestra at home in Lakewood, a week of activities and performances from May 17-24, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2013
The Cleveland Orchestra and Lakewood announce a new partnership that will present The Cleveland Orchestra at home in Lakewood, a week of activities and performances from May 17-24, 2014.
BWW Reviews: Farcical Funny Musical Blood Bath at Blank Canvas
by Roy Berko - October 15, 2013
As audience members smilingly walked out of Blank Canvas's THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MUSICAL! covered with spatterings of stage blood, I could only think that something appears to have gone off-course in Cleveland theatre. On stage at local venues are the blood revenge musical, SWEENEY TODD, as well as the story of the maniacal murderous RICHARD III. Then there is the burning up of a boy and the live burial of his mother in LILIES at convergence continuum. Now, I had just seen a psycho killer who uses a chainsaw, knives, hammers and baseball bats to bludgeon his victims. Victims who sing gleefully about their demise.
by Roy Berko - October 15, 2013
As audience members smilingly walked out of Blank Canvas's THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MUSICAL! covered with spatterings of stage blood, I could only think that something appears to have gone off-course in Cleveland theatre. On stage at local venues are the blood revenge musical, SWEENEY TODD, as well as the story of the maniacal murderous RICHARD III. Then there is the burning up of a boy and the live burial of his mother in LILIES at convergence continuum. Now, I had just seen a psycho killer who uses a chainsaw, knives, hammers and baseball bats to bludgeon his victims. Victims who sing gleefully about their demise.
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE Plays PlayhouseSquare Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2013
So You Think You Can Dance, the eleven-time Primetime Emmy Award winning show that sparked America's fascination with dance, is set to captivate audiences again this fall live on tour. Celebrating its landmark 10th season, So You Think You Can Dance's Top 10 finalists will make their way across North America and will be coming to the State Theatre for ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY tonight, October 15 at 8 p.m.! The season 10 tour line-up includes: Aaron Turner, Amy Yakima, 'Fik-Shun,' Hayley Erbert, Jasmine Harper, Jenna Johnson, Makenzie Dustman, Nico Greetham, Paul Karmiryan, and Tucker Knox.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2013
So You Think You Can Dance, the eleven-time Primetime Emmy Award winning show that sparked America's fascination with dance, is set to captivate audiences again this fall live on tour. Celebrating its landmark 10th season, So You Think You Can Dance's Top 10 finalists will make their way across North America and will be coming to the State Theatre for ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY tonight, October 15 at 8 p.m.! The season 10 tour line-up includes: Aaron Turner, Amy Yakima, 'Fik-Shun,' Hayley Erbert, Jasmine Harper, Jenna Johnson, Makenzie Dustman, Nico Greetham, Paul Karmiryan, and Tucker Knox.
BWW Reviews: LILIES, a Tale of Misguided Love at Convergence Continuum
by Roy Berko - October 14, 2013
French Canadian playwright Michel Marc Bouchard's LILIES, with the subtitle 'the Revival of a Romantic Drama,' is a moralistic melodrama which is now in production at convergence-continuum. The author's best known work, it was recognized in 1992 as the best Canadian play. It was transformed into the movie LILIES, which won the Genie (the equivalent of the American Oscar) for the best film of 1996.
by Roy Berko - October 14, 2013
French Canadian playwright Michel Marc Bouchard's LILIES, with the subtitle 'the Revival of a Romantic Drama,' is a moralistic melodrama which is now in production at convergence-continuum. The author's best known work, it was recognized in 1992 as the best Canadian play. It was transformed into the movie LILIES, which won the Genie (the equivalent of the American Oscar) for the best film of 1996.
BWW Reviews: Beethovan and ALS Cross Paths in the Thought-Provoking 33 VARIATIONS at Beck Center
by Roy Berko - October 14, 2013
One of the major questions musicologists have asked for years is why the brilliant Ludwig van Beethoven devoted four years of his life to writing 33 variations of what is considered to be a very mediocre waltz by Anton Diabelli.
by Roy Berko - October 14, 2013
One of the major questions musicologists have asked for years is why the brilliant Ludwig van Beethoven devoted four years of his life to writing 33 variations of what is considered to be a very mediocre waltz by Anton Diabelli.
BWW Reviews: RICHARD III and SWEENEY TODD - An Impressive Duo of Bloodbaths at Great Lakes Theater
by Roy Berko - October 11, 2013
RICHARD is a finely crafted production and is a perfect compliment to SWEENEY TODD as the partners of the ' maniacs gone wrong' duet that comprises Great Lakes Theatre's fall 2013-2014 season. Go see both!
by Roy Berko - October 11, 2013
RICHARD is a finely crafted production and is a perfect compliment to SWEENEY TODD as the partners of the ' maniacs gone wrong' duet that comprises Great Lakes Theatre's fall 2013-2014 season. Go see both!
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