Photo Flash: First Look at Great Lakes Theater's BLITHE SPIRIT
by Tyler Peterson - February 24, 2013
Great Lakes Theater (GLT), Cleveland's Classic Company, commences the second half its 2013-14 season with Noel Coward's comedy, Blithe Spirit. The production is performed in the company's revolutionary and audience-friendly home at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare, February 22 - March 10. 2013. Charles Fee, GLT's Producing Artistic Director, directs the production. Check out a first look at Blithe Spirit below!
by Tyler Peterson - February 24, 2013
Great Lakes Theater (GLT), Cleveland's Classic Company, commences the second half its 2013-14 season with Noel Coward's comedy, Blithe Spirit. The production is performed in the company's revolutionary and audience-friendly home at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare, February 22 - March 10. 2013. Charles Fee, GLT's Producing Artistic Director, directs the production. Check out a first look at Blithe Spirit below!
BWW Reviews: SONS OF THE PROPHET, Thought Provoking, Funny, But flawed at Dobama
by Roy Berko - February 23, 2013
by Roy Berko - February 23, 2013
BWW Reviews: PSYCHO BEACH PARTY a Camp Challenge for Blank Canvas
by Roy Berko - February 23, 2013
Who wrote THEODORA, SHE BITCH OF BYZANTIUM, TIMES SQUARE ANGEL, or VAMPIRE LESBIANS OF SODOM? Don't know? You are not alone. These, and more escapist romps with similar bizarre names, are the products of Charles Louis Busch, an American actor, playwright and female impersonator. Many of his works, including PSYCHO BEACH PARTY, which is now in production at Blank Canvas Theatre, were written specifically as vehicles for Busch and his camp style of acting.
by Roy Berko - February 23, 2013
Who wrote THEODORA, SHE BITCH OF BYZANTIUM, TIMES SQUARE ANGEL, or VAMPIRE LESBIANS OF SODOM? Don't know? You are not alone. These, and more escapist romps with similar bizarre names, are the products of Charles Louis Busch, an American actor, playwright and female impersonator. Many of his works, including PSYCHO BEACH PARTY, which is now in production at Blank Canvas Theatre, were written specifically as vehicles for Busch and his camp style of acting.
MorrisonDance Celebrates 15th Season, 5/4, at PlayhouseSquare
by Kelsey Denette - February 22, 2013
On Saturday, May 4th at 7 pm at PlayhouseSquare's Ohio Theatre, one of Cleveland's very own dance companies will share a selection of favorites from over 50 original pieces of choreography.
by Kelsey Denette - February 22, 2013
On Saturday, May 4th at 7 pm at PlayhouseSquare's Ohio Theatre, one of Cleveland's very own dance companies will share a selection of favorites from over 50 original pieces of choreography.
Student Center Review: Lot of Show in Ohio University's LYSISTRATA
by BWW Special Coverage - February 22, 2013
Sex, geriatric catfights and penis puns were aplenty at The Ohio University School of Theater and School of Dance's production of 'Lysistrata'.
by BWW Special Coverage - February 22, 2013
Sex, geriatric catfights and penis puns were aplenty at The Ohio University School of Theater and School of Dance's production of 'Lysistrata'.
Cleveland Premiere of PSYCHO BEACH PARTY Plays Blank Canvas Theatre, Now thru 3/9
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2013
Blank Canvas Theatre presents The Cleveland Premiere of Psycho Beach Partyb y Charles Busch, directed by Patrick Ciamacco, tonight, February 22 - March 9, running Today & Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2013
Blank Canvas Theatre presents The Cleveland Premiere of Psycho Beach Partyb y Charles Busch, directed by Patrick Ciamacco, tonight, February 22 - March 9, running Today & Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 7pm.
Individual Tickets Go On Sale Today for THE BOOK OF MORMON at PlayhouseSquare
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2013
The producers of the First National Tour of the new musical THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, announced today that single tickets will go on sale for the Cleveland engagement today, Feb. 22 at 8AM. Tickets begin at $35 and will be available at The PlayhouseSquare Ticket Office (1519 Euclid Avenue in downtown Cleveland) exclusively from 8 - 9 AM on Friday, Feb. 22. After 9AM, tickets will be released for sale online at www.PlayhouseSquare.org or by calling 216-241-6000. THE BOOK OF MORMON is part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at PlayhouseSquare.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2013
The producers of the First National Tour of the new musical THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, announced today that single tickets will go on sale for the Cleveland engagement today, Feb. 22 at 8AM. Tickets begin at $35 and will be available at The PlayhouseSquare Ticket Office (1519 Euclid Avenue in downtown Cleveland) exclusively from 8 - 9 AM on Friday, Feb. 22. After 9AM, tickets will be released for sale online at www.PlayhouseSquare.org or by calling 216-241-6000. THE BOOK OF MORMON is part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at PlayhouseSquare.
BLITHE SPIRIT Opens Tonight at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2013
Great Lakes Theater (GLT), Cleveland's Classic Company, commences the second half its 2013-14 season with Noel Coward's comedy, Blithe Spirit. The production will be performed in the company's revolutionary and audience-friendly home at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare, tonight, February 22 - March 10. 2013. Charles Fee, GLT's Producing Artistic Director, directs the production.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2013
Great Lakes Theater (GLT), Cleveland's Classic Company, commences the second half its 2013-14 season with Noel Coward's comedy, Blithe Spirit. The production will be performed in the company's revolutionary and audience-friendly home at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare, tonight, February 22 - March 10. 2013. Charles Fee, GLT's Producing Artistic Director, directs the production.
BWW Review: Cleveland Play House's THE DEVIL'S MUSIC - An Entertaining Bio-Concert
by Roy Berko - February 21, 2013
THE DEVIL'S MUSIC is a very entertaining evening of theatre, highlighted by the performance of Miche Braden, but is somewhat burdened by the format of the script.
by Roy Berko - February 21, 2013
THE DEVIL'S MUSIC is a very entertaining evening of theatre, highlighted by the performance of Miche Braden, but is somewhat burdened by the format of the script.
Lake Ridge Academy Presents XANADU, Now thru 2/23
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2013
Roller disco mania meets Mt. Olympus as the Upper School proudly presents Xanadu. This hit Broadway musical is based on the cult classic movie of the same name, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time - the first roller disco (Hey, it's 1980!). But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2013
Roller disco mania meets Mt. Olympus as the Upper School proudly presents Xanadu. This hit Broadway musical is based on the cult classic movie of the same name, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time - the first roller disco (Hey, it's 1980!). But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds.
FELA! Comes to PlayhouseSquare, 4/2-4
by Kelsey Denette - February 19, 2013
Producers Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter, Will & Jada Pinkett Smith and Ruth & Stephen Hendel have announced that Grammy Award-winning recording artist and former member of Destiny's Child Michelle Williams will play the role of Sandra Isadore, activist and love interest to Fela Kuti in the national tour of the hit Award-winning Broadway musical Fela!, coming to Cleveland for three performances ONLY at PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre, April 2-4, 2013. Tickets are on sale now!
by Kelsey Denette - February 19, 2013
Producers Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter, Will & Jada Pinkett Smith and Ruth & Stephen Hendel have announced that Grammy Award-winning recording artist and former member of Destiny's Child Michelle Williams will play the role of Sandra Isadore, activist and love interest to Fela Kuti in the national tour of the hit Award-winning Broadway musical Fela!, coming to Cleveland for three performances ONLY at PlayhouseSquare's Palace Theatre, April 2-4, 2013. Tickets are on sale now!
Cleveland Premiere of PSYCHO BEACH PARTY to Play Blank Canvas Theatre, 2/22-3/9
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2013
Blank Canvas Theatre presents The Cleveland Premiere of Psycho Beach Partyb y Charles Busch, directed by Patrick Ciamacco, February 22 - March 9, running Friday & Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2013
Blank Canvas Theatre presents The Cleveland Premiere of Psycho Beach Partyb y Charles Busch, directed by Patrick Ciamacco, February 22 - March 9, running Friday & Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 7pm.
Brett Mitchell Appointed Assistant Conductor of The Cleveland Orchestra
by Kelsey Denette - February 15, 2013
The Cleveland Orchestra announced today the appointment of Brett Mitchell as Assistant Conductor of The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director of the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra. The appointment is for a two-year term. Appointed by Franz Welser-Most, Mr. Mitchell joins the Orchestra's conducting staff in September, at the beginning of the 2013-14 season at Severance Hall.
by Kelsey Denette - February 15, 2013
The Cleveland Orchestra announced today the appointment of Brett Mitchell as Assistant Conductor of The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director of the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra. The appointment is for a two-year term. Appointed by Franz Welser-Most, Mr. Mitchell joins the Orchestra's conducting staff in September, at the beginning of the 2013-14 season at Severance Hall.
BWW Reviews: BLUE MAN GROUP Nothing But Fun, Fun, Fun at Palace Theatre
by Roy Berko - February 15, 2013
Ian, my thirteen year old grandson, who I often bring along to judge whether theatre productions are both appropriate and will be enjoyable for kids, just kept repeating, 'That was fun,' as we returned to our car for the trip home.
by Roy Berko - February 15, 2013
Ian, my thirteen year old grandson, who I often bring along to judge whether theatre productions are both appropriate and will be enjoyable for kids, just kept repeating, 'That was fun,' as we returned to our car for the trip home.
Lake Ridge Academy Presents XANADU, 2/21
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2013
Roller disco mania meets Mt. Olympus as the Upper School proudly presents Xanadu. This hit Broadway musical is based on the cult classic movie of the same name, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time - the first roller disco (Hey, it's 1980!). But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2013
Roller disco mania meets Mt. Olympus as the Upper School proudly presents Xanadu. This hit Broadway musical is based on the cult classic movie of the same name, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time - the first roller disco (Hey, it's 1980!). But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds.
Cleveland Play House Opens THE DEVIL'S MUSIC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2013
After breaking box office records in the summer of 2012 with One Night With Janis Joplin, Cleveland Play House keeps right on rocking and resurrects The Empress of Blues in The Devil's Music: The Life and Blues of Bessie Smith. Singer/actor/musician Miche (pronounced 'Mickey') Braden, nominated for a 2012 Drama Desk Award for the role, brings the defiant energy and musical brilliance of this Red Hot Mamma to life on the stage in this soulful musical.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2013
After breaking box office records in the summer of 2012 with One Night With Janis Joplin, Cleveland Play House keeps right on rocking and resurrects The Empress of Blues in The Devil's Music: The Life and Blues of Bessie Smith. Singer/actor/musician Miche (pronounced 'Mickey') Braden, nominated for a 2012 Drama Desk Award for the role, brings the defiant energy and musical brilliance of this Red Hot Mamma to life on the stage in this soulful musical.
AN EVENING WITH THE CAST AND CREATORS Updated Lineup Announced for Tonight's Panel
by Kelsey Denette - February 14, 2013
AN EVENING WITH THE CAST AND CREATORS has announced a new lineup for tonight, Thursday, February 14 panel discussion at PlayhouseSquare, featuring Walking Dead cast members Laurie Holden (Andrea), Michael Rooker (Merle) and Lauren Cohan (Maggie) in addition to executive producer Greg Nicotero. Actor Norman Reedus, who was originally scheduled to appear on the panel, is no longer be able to attend.
by Kelsey Denette - February 14, 2013
AN EVENING WITH THE CAST AND CREATORS has announced a new lineup for tonight, Thursday, February 14 panel discussion at PlayhouseSquare, featuring Walking Dead cast members Laurie Holden (Andrea), Michael Rooker (Merle) and Lauren Cohan (Maggie) in addition to executive producer Greg Nicotero. Actor Norman Reedus, who was originally scheduled to appear on the panel, is no longer be able to attend.
Ohio State's School of Music Presents Mozart's Requiem, 3/3
by Kelsey Denette - February 13, 2013
For the first time in over a decade, Ohio State's School of Music presents Mozart'sRequiem Mass in D Minor at 3 pm Sunday, March 3 in Mershon Auditorium, 1871 North High St. Conducted by Robert Ward, director of choral activities, the powerful piece will bring together Ohio State's Chorale, Symphonic Choir, Men's Glee Club, Women's Glee Club, and Symphony Orchestra. In all, the performance will feature 252 vocalists and 35 orchestra members.
by Kelsey Denette - February 13, 2013
For the first time in over a decade, Ohio State's School of Music presents Mozart'sRequiem Mass in D Minor at 3 pm Sunday, March 3 in Mershon Auditorium, 1871 North High St. Conducted by Robert Ward, director of choral activities, the powerful piece will bring together Ohio State's Chorale, Symphonic Choir, Men's Glee Club, Women's Glee Club, and Symphony Orchestra. In all, the performance will feature 252 vocalists and 35 orchestra members.
SISTER ACT Stops at PlayhouseSquare March 5-17
by Kelsey Denette - February 12, 2013
SISTER ACT is coming to Cleveland this March for a limited engagement! SISTER ACT is part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at PlayhouseSquare.
by Kelsey Denette - February 12, 2013
SISTER ACT is coming to Cleveland this March for a limited engagement! SISTER ACT is part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at PlayhouseSquare.
2013 Porthouse Theatre Academy Now Taking Applications
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
The Porthouse Theatre Academy is a musical theatre summer intensive program for high school graduates intending to enroll at Kent State University's School of Theatre and Dance as a theatre major.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
The Porthouse Theatre Academy is a musical theatre summer intensive program for high school graduates intending to enroll at Kent State University's School of Theatre and Dance as a theatre major.
Wind Symphony Plays Severance Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
The Ohio State University Wind Symphony - a nationally recognized student ensemble -- presents Made in America in Cleveland's historic Severance Hall at 7:30 pm tonight, February 12.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
The Ohio State University Wind Symphony - a nationally recognized student ensemble -- presents Made in America in Cleveland's historic Severance Hall at 7:30 pm tonight, February 12.
DOUBLE HEART World Premiere Launches at Great Lakes Theater Today
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) will launch the world premiere of DOUBLE HEART: The Courtship of Beatrice and Benedick, a free hour-long touring production scheduled to visit twenty-one neighborhood venues throughout northeast Ohio, to kick off the company's 2013 series of Surround outreach programming.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) will launch the world premiere of DOUBLE HEART: The Courtship of Beatrice and Benedick, a free hour-long touring production scheduled to visit twenty-one neighborhood venues throughout northeast Ohio, to kick off the company's 2013 series of Surround outreach programming.
Baldwin Wallace University's NEXT TO NORMAL to Play Beck Center, 3/1-4/21
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2013
After last season's highly acclaimed Spring Awakening, Beck Center for the Arts partners once again with Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre program to present three-time Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical, Next to Normal, March 1 through April 21, 2013 in the intimate Studio Theater. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. There are no performances on Sundays, March 31 or April 14.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2013
After last season's highly acclaimed Spring Awakening, Beck Center for the Arts partners once again with Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre program to present three-time Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical, Next to Normal, March 1 through April 21, 2013 in the intimate Studio Theater. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. There are no performances on Sundays, March 31 or April 14.
BWW Reviews: None Too Fragile's A BEHANDING IN SPOKANE...Not for the Language Police!
by Roy Berko - February 11, 2013
Sean Derry, the artistic director of none too fragile theater, is known for his love of off-the-wall scripts and characters. He fears no plots, language or the macabre. In Martin McDonagh, the author of none too fragile's latest brain teaser, A BEHANDING IN SPOKANE, he has met his mate.
by Roy Berko - February 11, 2013
Sean Derry, the artistic director of none too fragile theater, is known for his love of off-the-wall scripts and characters. He fears no plots, language or the macabre. In Martin McDonagh, the author of none too fragile's latest brain teaser, A BEHANDING IN SPOKANE, he has met his mate.
High School in the Spotlight: Sylvania Northview High School
by BWW Special Coverage - February 11, 2013
BroadwayWorld's High School Center is proud to showcase high school performance programs around the country in our weekly feature of 'High School in the Spotlight'. Today, BWW's Student Center is thrilled to feature the theatre program at Sylvanian Northview High School in Ohio! Read up about the program below, their upcoming productions and see videos from past shows!
by BWW Special Coverage - February 11, 2013
BroadwayWorld's High School Center is proud to showcase high school performance programs around the country in our weekly feature of 'High School in the Spotlight'. Today, BWW's Student Center is thrilled to feature the theatre program at Sylvanian Northview High School in Ohio! Read up about the program below, their upcoming productions and see videos from past shows!
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
The Dinner Detective Cleveland (1/24 - 1/24) | |
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Speech & Debate
Studio Theater (5/29 - 6/28) | |
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Two Trains Running
Beck Center for the Arts (2/27 - 3/29) | |
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Seussical
Near West Theatre (2/6 - 2/22) | |
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Murder On The Orient Express
La Comedia (1/15 - 2/15) | |
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Arsenic & Old Lace
Weathervane Playhouse, Akron (4/30 - 5/24) | |
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PARADE
Weathervane Playhouse, Akron (6/18 - 7/19) | |
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