Tom Sparough Stars In A VISIT FROM THE SPACE PAINTER 2/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2009
The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts Saturday Morning Children's Series continues with Tom Sparough - A Visit from the Space Painter! Saturday, February 28, 2009 @ 11:00 am FOR TICKETS Call 513 241 6550 or log on to: http://www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com The marvelous, magical juggling of Tom Sparough, the Space Painter, entrances all ages. He literally juggles everything from Tic Tacs to beanbag chairs! His persona is somewhere between Mr. Rogers and The Mad Hatter. Tom's wacky romp through ball, club, plate, and hat juggling is one of a kind. It includes the outrageous juggling of small human beings. Don't worry though, they get crash helmets.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2009
The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts Saturday Morning Children's Series continues with Tom Sparough - A Visit from the Space Painter! Saturday, February 28, 2009 @ 11:00 am FOR TICKETS Call 513 241 6550 or log on to: http://www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com The marvelous, magical juggling of Tom Sparough, the Space Painter, entrances all ages. He literally juggles everything from Tic Tacs to beanbag chairs! His persona is somewhere between Mr. Rogers and The Mad Hatter. Tom's wacky romp through ball, club, plate, and hat juggling is one of a kind. It includes the outrageous juggling of small human beings. Don't worry though, they get crash helmets.
Showboat Majestic Holds THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS Auditions
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2009
The Showboat Majestic will hold auditions for a brilliant musical about musicals, at the following dates and times: Monday, March 16, 2009 6:30 - 9:00 pm and Wednesday, March 18, 2009. 6:30 - 9:00 pm Potential callbacks, March 19, 2009 at 6:30 pm Auditions will be held aboard the Showboat Majestic - 435 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Cast consists of: Two Men and Two Women - 20 - 50 years of age. Must be Singer/Actors who dance or move well.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2009
The Showboat Majestic will hold auditions for a brilliant musical about musicals, at the following dates and times: Monday, March 16, 2009 6:30 - 9:00 pm and Wednesday, March 18, 2009. 6:30 - 9:00 pm Potential callbacks, March 19, 2009 at 6:30 pm Auditions will be held aboard the Showboat Majestic - 435 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Cast consists of: Two Men and Two Women - 20 - 50 years of age. Must be Singer/Actors who dance or move well.
GLTF Announces Exciting Shows Of 2009-2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2009
Charles Fee, Producing Artistic Director of Great Lakes Theater Festival (GLTF), announced plans for the company's ambitious forty-eighth season to Festival Members earlier this week. Scheduled to run from September through May, GLTF's 2009-10 season will feature a Fall Repertory, the Festival's annual holiday classic and a Spring Repertory. In the fall (September 24-November 1, 2009), the Festival will present Rupert Holmes' Tony Award-winning solve-it-yourself musical, The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Drood) in rotating repertory with Shakespeare's enchanting comedy, Twelfth Night. GLTF's annual production of Charles Dickens' holiday classic, A Christmas Carol (December 4-December 23, 2009), originally adapted and directed by Gerald Freedman, will mark the midpoint of the Festival's 48th season. GLTF will round out its 2009-10 season with a Spring Repertory (April 8-May 16, 2010) by pairing Keythe Farley and Brian Flemming's outrageous Off-Broadway hit Bat Boy: The Musical with Shakespeare's magical masterpiece, A Midsummer Night's Dream.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2009
Charles Fee, Producing Artistic Director of Great Lakes Theater Festival (GLTF), announced plans for the company's ambitious forty-eighth season to Festival Members earlier this week. Scheduled to run from September through May, GLTF's 2009-10 season will feature a Fall Repertory, the Festival's annual holiday classic and a Spring Repertory. In the fall (September 24-November 1, 2009), the Festival will present Rupert Holmes' Tony Award-winning solve-it-yourself musical, The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Drood) in rotating repertory with Shakespeare's enchanting comedy, Twelfth Night. GLTF's annual production of Charles Dickens' holiday classic, A Christmas Carol (December 4-December 23, 2009), originally adapted and directed by Gerald Freedman, will mark the midpoint of the Festival's 48th season. GLTF will round out its 2009-10 season with a Spring Repertory (April 8-May 16, 2010) by pairing Keythe Farley and Brian Flemming's outrageous Off-Broadway hit Bat Boy: The Musical with Shakespeare's magical masterpiece, A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Spamalot Returns to Cleveland with Richard Chamberlain as King Mar 31 - Apr 5
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2009
RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN reigns as King in the National Tour of Monty Python?s SPAMALOT . Richard Chamberlain wears the crown of King Arthur when he takes the stage at PlayhouseSquare, part of The U.S. Bank Star Performance Series for a one week engagement March 31 through April 5, 2009.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2009
RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN reigns as King in the National Tour of Monty Python?s SPAMALOT . Richard Chamberlain wears the crown of King Arthur when he takes the stage at PlayhouseSquare, part of The U.S. Bank Star Performance Series for a one week engagement March 31 through April 5, 2009.
Cesear's Forum Receives $5,000 Funding To Continue Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 12, 2009
Cesear's Forum, one of Cleveland's small professional theatre companies, has received strategic development funding from the George Gund Foundation and the Ohio Arts Council in the amounts of $3,000.00 and $2,000.00 respectively. The combined grants will further governance stratagems in a consultancy with Janus Small & Associates, a community service management firm that specializes in working with local civic and non-profit organizations.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 12, 2009
Cesear's Forum, one of Cleveland's small professional theatre companies, has received strategic development funding from the George Gund Foundation and the Ohio Arts Council in the amounts of $3,000.00 and $2,000.00 respectively. The combined grants will further governance stratagems in a consultancy with Janus Small & Associates, a community service management firm that specializes in working with local civic and non-profit organizations.
Six Questions with HAIRSPRAY star Matthew Ragas
by Robert Taylor - February 06, 2009
The current touring cast of Broadway's recently-closed hit musical Hairspray never has to worry about being without love. Indeed, the show has been welcomed with open arms and standing ovations in Canada, China, Japan and, of course, all over the United States. This weekend, the show will introduce Cleveland to the nicest kids in town when it arrives at the Palace Theatre for five performances?from February 6-8.
by Robert Taylor - February 06, 2009
The current touring cast of Broadway's recently-closed hit musical Hairspray never has to worry about being without love. Indeed, the show has been welcomed with open arms and standing ovations in Canada, China, Japan and, of course, all over the United States. This weekend, the show will introduce Cleveland to the nicest kids in town when it arrives at the Palace Theatre for five performances?from February 6-8.
Paul Anthony Stewart Stars In CRIME AND PUNISHMENT 2/27-3/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 05, 2009
Emmy-nominated Paul Anthony Stewart stars as Raskolnikov in a gripping 90-minute adaptation of Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment at The Cleveland Play House. In addition to numerous New York and regional theatre roles, Stewart, who was nominated for his recurring role on 'Guiding Light,' recently appeared on Broadway in the revivals of Fiddler on the Roof and Cyrano - The Musical. Performed with only three actors, the adaptation of Crime and Punishment by Marilyn Campbell and Cut Columbus is being helmed by the acclaimed director of the 2005 Play House production of I Am My Own Wife, Anders Cato. Crime and Punishment begins in the Drury Theatre at The Cleveland Play House on Friday, February 27 and runs through Sunday, March 22, 2009. Tickets are on sale now at The Cleveland Play House box office by calling 216.795.7000 ext 4 or online at www.clevelandplayhouse.com. Crime and Punishment is presented in promotional partnership with National City and Baker & Hostetler.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 05, 2009
Emmy-nominated Paul Anthony Stewart stars as Raskolnikov in a gripping 90-minute adaptation of Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment at The Cleveland Play House. In addition to numerous New York and regional theatre roles, Stewart, who was nominated for his recurring role on 'Guiding Light,' recently appeared on Broadway in the revivals of Fiddler on the Roof and Cyrano - The Musical. Performed with only three actors, the adaptation of Crime and Punishment by Marilyn Campbell and Cut Columbus is being helmed by the acclaimed director of the 2005 Play House production of I Am My Own Wife, Anders Cato. Crime and Punishment begins in the Drury Theatre at The Cleveland Play House on Friday, February 27 and runs through Sunday, March 22, 2009. Tickets are on sale now at The Cleveland Play House box office by calling 216.795.7000 ext 4 or online at www.clevelandplayhouse.com. Crime and Punishment is presented in promotional partnership with National City and Baker & Hostetler.
Six Questions With HAIRSPRAY Star Brooklynn Pulver
by Robert Taylor - February 05, 2009
Despite closing recently on Broadway, Hairspray's beat is nowhere near stopping. The critically lauded tour is still going strong and bringing a little of the swingin? sixties to Cleveland?s Palace Theatre from February 6-8.
by Robert Taylor - February 05, 2009
Despite closing recently on Broadway, Hairspray's beat is nowhere near stopping. The critically lauded tour is still going strong and bringing a little of the swingin? sixties to Cleveland?s Palace Theatre from February 6-8.
Dance It Out With Jump Back Ball- ROCKIN UNDER THE SEA
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 02, 2009
PlayhouseSquare Partners announce Cleveland's party of the year, the 18th Annual Jump Back Ball (JBB), Rockin' Under the Sea. This unforgettable night on the town will be Saturday, February 28th, 2009 from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m at PlayhouseSquare in the State Theatre on Euclid Avenue. (VIP Party begins one-hour prior to the event at 6:30 p.m.) LEAVE YOUR FLOATATION DEVICES AT HOME... Buy your tickets today to Jump Back Ball, Rockin' Under the Sea - one of the 'hottest' annual events in town. After years of sell-out crowds, PlayhouseSquare Partners continue to strive in creating an atmosphere that takes the idea of a benefit to the next level or this year, below sea level. Among the 400 strong Partners membership roster, you'll find the who's who among Northeast Ohio civic and business leaders. It's a MUST be seen at event; guests come early and leave late - there is no other celebration like it!
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 02, 2009
PlayhouseSquare Partners announce Cleveland's party of the year, the 18th Annual Jump Back Ball (JBB), Rockin' Under the Sea. This unforgettable night on the town will be Saturday, February 28th, 2009 from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m at PlayhouseSquare in the State Theatre on Euclid Avenue. (VIP Party begins one-hour prior to the event at 6:30 p.m.) LEAVE YOUR FLOATATION DEVICES AT HOME... Buy your tickets today to Jump Back Ball, Rockin' Under the Sea - one of the 'hottest' annual events in town. After years of sell-out crowds, PlayhouseSquare Partners continue to strive in creating an atmosphere that takes the idea of a benefit to the next level or this year, below sea level. Among the 400 strong Partners membership roster, you'll find the who's who among Northeast Ohio civic and business leaders. It's a MUST be seen at event; guests come early and leave late - there is no other celebration like it!
National Shakespeare Finals To Be Held At Playhouse Square
by Robert Taylor - February 01, 2009
Cleveland, OH ? In partnership with Great Lakes Theater Festival, the PlayhouseSquare Arts Education Department is hosting the Cleveland Branch Finals of the annual English-Speaking Union?s (ESU) National Shakespeare Competition on Saturday, February 28. Students from 37 Northeast Ohio schools are participating. Cleveland City Councilman Joe Cimperman will deliver the event?s keynote address at 9:00 a.m. ?We are so pleased to be partnering with PlayhouseSquare and Great Lakes Theater Festival on this project,? stated John Rampe, president of the Cleveland Branch of the English-Speaking Union. The winning student from the Cleveland Branch Finals will travel to the National Shakespeare Competition in New York City in April. The winner of that competition receives a full scholarship to the British American Drama Academy?s Midsummer Conservatory Program in Oxford, England. The Shakespeare Competition has been the primary educational program of the ESU Cleveland Branch for more than 20 years. Started with 500 students in New York City schools in 1983, the ESU?s Shakespeare Competition is now a national curriculum-based program that has helped almost 250,000 high school students develop their understanding of Shakespeare -- the beauty and scope of his language as well as the timeless themes embodied in his works -- and their ability to communicate that understanding. Currently the program reaches 16,000 students and 2,000 teachers annually via competitions run by 60 ESU branches across the United States. ?We are excited to bring the Shakespeare Competition to PlayhouseSquare,? said Colleen Porter, director of arts education at PlayhouseSquare. ?It offers yet another avenue for young people to experience the power of live theater and we are especially proud to connect them with the expertise of Great Lakes Theater Festival.? The participating schools include Beachwood High School, Beaumont School, Benedictine High School, Berea High School, Brecksville-Broadview Hts. High School, Brush High School, Carl Shuler, Cleveland Hts. High School, Cleveland School of the Arts, Cuyahoga Hts. High School, East High School, Fairview High School, Garrett Morgan, Gilmore Academy, Glenville High School, Hathaway Brown School, Hawken School, Holy Name High School, Independence High School, James Ford Rhodes High School, John Adams High School, Lakewood High School, Laurel School, Lincoln West High School, Magnificat High School, Mayfield High School, Midpark High School, Normandy High School, North Olmsted High School, Shaker Hts. High School, St. Edward High School, St. Ignatius, St. Joseph Academy, Success Tech Academy, Warrensville High School, Westlake High School and Whitney Young High School. PlayhouseSquare places incredibly strong emphasis on arts education and believes that it is essential to improving the quality of life in our community. Through a variety of workshops and classes designed for people of all ages, the PlayhouseSquare Arts Education Department offers avenues to discovery, appreciation and development in and through the performing arts, connecting participants with national and international artists in unique and meaningful ways. PlayhouseSquare initiates collaboration among educators, artists and other community organizations, and actively forms mutually beneficial partnerships with local arts organizations to create and present arts education experiences of the highest quality. Always striving to fulfill its role as an asset to the Northeast Ohio community, PlayhouseSquare is an active leader in advocating arts education both locally and within the performing arts industry.
by Robert Taylor - February 01, 2009
Cleveland, OH ? In partnership with Great Lakes Theater Festival, the PlayhouseSquare Arts Education Department is hosting the Cleveland Branch Finals of the annual English-Speaking Union?s (ESU) National Shakespeare Competition on Saturday, February 28. Students from 37 Northeast Ohio schools are participating. Cleveland City Councilman Joe Cimperman will deliver the event?s keynote address at 9:00 a.m. ?We are so pleased to be partnering with PlayhouseSquare and Great Lakes Theater Festival on this project,? stated John Rampe, president of the Cleveland Branch of the English-Speaking Union. The winning student from the Cleveland Branch Finals will travel to the National Shakespeare Competition in New York City in April. The winner of that competition receives a full scholarship to the British American Drama Academy?s Midsummer Conservatory Program in Oxford, England. The Shakespeare Competition has been the primary educational program of the ESU Cleveland Branch for more than 20 years. Started with 500 students in New York City schools in 1983, the ESU?s Shakespeare Competition is now a national curriculum-based program that has helped almost 250,000 high school students develop their understanding of Shakespeare -- the beauty and scope of his language as well as the timeless themes embodied in his works -- and their ability to communicate that understanding. Currently the program reaches 16,000 students and 2,000 teachers annually via competitions run by 60 ESU branches across the United States. ?We are excited to bring the Shakespeare Competition to PlayhouseSquare,? said Colleen Porter, director of arts education at PlayhouseSquare. ?It offers yet another avenue for young people to experience the power of live theater and we are especially proud to connect them with the expertise of Great Lakes Theater Festival.? The participating schools include Beachwood High School, Beaumont School, Benedictine High School, Berea High School, Brecksville-Broadview Hts. High School, Brush High School, Carl Shuler, Cleveland Hts. High School, Cleveland School of the Arts, Cuyahoga Hts. High School, East High School, Fairview High School, Garrett Morgan, Gilmore Academy, Glenville High School, Hathaway Brown School, Hawken School, Holy Name High School, Independence High School, James Ford Rhodes High School, John Adams High School, Lakewood High School, Laurel School, Lincoln West High School, Magnificat High School, Mayfield High School, Midpark High School, Normandy High School, North Olmsted High School, Shaker Hts. High School, St. Edward High School, St. Ignatius, St. Joseph Academy, Success Tech Academy, Warrensville High School, Westlake High School and Whitney Young High School. PlayhouseSquare places incredibly strong emphasis on arts education and believes that it is essential to improving the quality of life in our community. Through a variety of workshops and classes designed for people of all ages, the PlayhouseSquare Arts Education Department offers avenues to discovery, appreciation and development in and through the performing arts, connecting participants with national and international artists in unique and meaningful ways. PlayhouseSquare initiates collaboration among educators, artists and other community organizations, and actively forms mutually beneficial partnerships with local arts organizations to create and present arts education experiences of the highest quality. Always striving to fulfill its role as an asset to the Northeast Ohio community, PlayhouseSquare is an active leader in advocating arts education both locally and within the performing arts industry.
PlayhouseSquare Hosts ESU Shapkespeare Competition 2/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 30, 2009
In partnership with Great Lakes Theater Festival, the PlayhouseSquare Arts Education Department is hosting the Cleveland Branch Finals of the annual English-Speaking Union's (ESU) National Shakespeare Competition on Saturday, February 28. Students from 37 Northeast Ohio schools are participating. Cleveland City Councilman Joe Cimperman will deliver the event's keynote address at 9:00 a.m. 'We are so pleased to be partnering with PlayhouseSquare and Great Lakes Theater Festival on this project,' stated John Rampe, president of the Cleveland Branch of the English-Speaking Union.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 30, 2009
In partnership with Great Lakes Theater Festival, the PlayhouseSquare Arts Education Department is hosting the Cleveland Branch Finals of the annual English-Speaking Union's (ESU) National Shakespeare Competition on Saturday, February 28. Students from 37 Northeast Ohio schools are participating. Cleveland City Councilman Joe Cimperman will deliver the event's keynote address at 9:00 a.m. 'We are so pleased to be partnering with PlayhouseSquare and Great Lakes Theater Festival on this project,' stated John Rampe, president of the Cleveland Branch of the English-Speaking Union.
SPRING AWAKENING Comes To Cleveland For 18 Performances
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 29, 2009
Broadway's most talked about new musical and the biggest Tony Award-winner in years is coming to Cleveland. Spring Awakening, the 8-time Tony Award? winning Broadway musical, will open at PlayhouseSquare's PalaceTheatre and play for 16 performances, March 3-15. Spring Awakening is part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at PlayhouseSquare. Spring Awakening swept the 2007 Tony Awards? winning eight out of its eleven nominations, including Best Musical, Best Director (Michael Mayer), Best Book (Steven Sater), Best Choreography (Bill T. Jones), Best Orchestrations (Duncan Sheik), Best Lighting Design (Kevin Adams), Best Featured Actor (John Gallagher Jr.).
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 29, 2009
Broadway's most talked about new musical and the biggest Tony Award-winner in years is coming to Cleveland. Spring Awakening, the 8-time Tony Award? winning Broadway musical, will open at PlayhouseSquare's PalaceTheatre and play for 16 performances, March 3-15. Spring Awakening is part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at PlayhouseSquare. Spring Awakening swept the 2007 Tony Awards? winning eight out of its eleven nominations, including Best Musical, Best Director (Michael Mayer), Best Book (Steven Sater), Best Choreography (Bill T. Jones), Best Orchestrations (Duncan Sheik), Best Lighting Design (Kevin Adams), Best Featured Actor (John Gallagher Jr.).
Dee Hoty Featured At Cleveland Play House Annual Gala 6/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 26, 2009
The Cleveland Play House is excited to announce that Dee Hoty, a three-time Tony Award? nominated actress, will be the featured entertainer at their Annual Gala on Saturday, June 6, 2009. Born and raised in Lakewood, Ohio, Hoty began her professional career at The Cleveland Play House as a member of the repertory company (1975 and 1976). The evening begins at 6:30pm and will include complimentary valet parking, a cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres, dinner, silent and live auction, entertainment and dancing. Hoty earned Tony Award? nominations for her starring roles in Footloose, The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public, and The Will Rogers Follies. She recently starred on Broadway in Mamma Mia! and continued on the national tour in eight major U.S. cities. She can be heard on the original recordings of City of Angels, The Will Rogers Follies, The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public, and Footloose, and on the 2CD set of Stephen Sondheim's Follies from the Papermill Playhouse production. She is also featured on the video/DVD of My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies. Other Broadway shows include City of Angels, Me and My Girl, Big River, The Five O'Clock Girl and Shakespeare's Cabaret. A favorite of Tommy Tune's, Hoty starred opposite him in the recent U.S. tour of Doctor Dolittle. She also appeared with Stacy Keach in the first national tour of Barnum. Her New York nightclub and cabaret appearances include the Russian Tea Room, Rainbow and Stars and the Metropolitan Room with Larry Gatlin.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 26, 2009
The Cleveland Play House is excited to announce that Dee Hoty, a three-time Tony Award? nominated actress, will be the featured entertainer at their Annual Gala on Saturday, June 6, 2009. Born and raised in Lakewood, Ohio, Hoty began her professional career at The Cleveland Play House as a member of the repertory company (1975 and 1976). The evening begins at 6:30pm and will include complimentary valet parking, a cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres, dinner, silent and live auction, entertainment and dancing. Hoty earned Tony Award? nominations for her starring roles in Footloose, The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public, and The Will Rogers Follies. She recently starred on Broadway in Mamma Mia! and continued on the national tour in eight major U.S. cities. She can be heard on the original recordings of City of Angels, The Will Rogers Follies, The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public, and Footloose, and on the 2CD set of Stephen Sondheim's Follies from the Papermill Playhouse production. She is also featured on the video/DVD of My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies. Other Broadway shows include City of Angels, Me and My Girl, Big River, The Five O'Clock Girl and Shakespeare's Cabaret. A favorite of Tommy Tune's, Hoty starred opposite him in the recent U.S. tour of Doctor Dolittle. She also appeared with Stacy Keach in the first national tour of Barnum. Her New York nightclub and cabaret appearances include the Russian Tea Room, Rainbow and Stars and the Metropolitan Room with Larry Gatlin.
NaTasha Yvette Williams to Star in Cleveland Play House's 'Mahalia: A Gospel Musical'
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2009
Returning to Cleveland after acclaimed performances in The Color Purple on Broadway and Gone with the Wind in London?s West End, NaTasha Yvette Williams takes the stage in the lead role of The Cleveland Play House production of Mahalia: A Gospel Musical. Since 1997, when she performed in The Play House production of (I Could) Stop On a Dime and Get Ten Cents Change, Williams has also played in several Broadway national tours and performed her gospel music all over the world. Kent Gash, Associate Artistic Director of The Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA, is directing Williams in this musical tribute to the most celebrated gospel singer of all time. Mahalia: A Gospel Musical begins in the Bolton Theatre at The Cleveland Play House on Friday, January 30 and runs through Sunday, February 22, 2009. Tickets are on sale now at The Cleveland Play House box office by calling 216.795.7000 ext 4 or online at www.clevelandplayhouse.com. Mahalia: A Gospel Musical is presented in promotional partnership with Time Warner Cable and The Kulus Foundation. The media sponsor for Mahalia: A Gospel Musical is 107.3 FM The Wave WNMV.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2009
Returning to Cleveland after acclaimed performances in The Color Purple on Broadway and Gone with the Wind in London?s West End, NaTasha Yvette Williams takes the stage in the lead role of The Cleveland Play House production of Mahalia: A Gospel Musical. Since 1997, when she performed in The Play House production of (I Could) Stop On a Dime and Get Ten Cents Change, Williams has also played in several Broadway national tours and performed her gospel music all over the world. Kent Gash, Associate Artistic Director of The Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA, is directing Williams in this musical tribute to the most celebrated gospel singer of all time. Mahalia: A Gospel Musical begins in the Bolton Theatre at The Cleveland Play House on Friday, January 30 and runs through Sunday, February 22, 2009. Tickets are on sale now at The Cleveland Play House box office by calling 216.795.7000 ext 4 or online at www.clevelandplayhouse.com. Mahalia: A Gospel Musical is presented in promotional partnership with Time Warner Cable and The Kulus Foundation. The media sponsor for Mahalia: A Gospel Musical is 107.3 FM The Wave WNMV.
Cleveland Playhouse Lays Off Five Senior Staffers
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 15, 2009
According to Cleveland.com the Cleveland Play House has laid off five of its senior staff members in an effort to reduce costs and maintain high-quality productions. The Play House will also lessen the amount of shows they will be putting on. All five shows remaining on the 2008-09 lineup will be produced. With more than twelve Broadway shows closing this month alone, these announcements comes as no great surprise. Wednesdays cuts will reduce payroll costs. The playhouse still employs about 50 people year round with more or less coming on as the shows are being produced. These cuts will trim the Play House budget to about 6 million.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 15, 2009
According to Cleveland.com the Cleveland Play House has laid off five of its senior staff members in an effort to reduce costs and maintain high-quality productions. The Play House will also lessen the amount of shows they will be putting on. All five shows remaining on the 2008-09 lineup will be produced. With more than twelve Broadway shows closing this month alone, these announcements comes as no great surprise. Wednesdays cuts will reduce payroll costs. The playhouse still employs about 50 people year round with more or less coming on as the shows are being produced. These cuts will trim the Play House budget to about 6 million.
Carousel Closing Sparks Continued Drama, Just Not On Stage
by Eddie Varley - January 11, 2009
The official web site of Akron's Carousel Dinner Theatre confirmed various published reports that the 35-year Summit County institution would go out of business on Sunday after closing its final show, 'All Shook Up'.
by Eddie Varley - January 11, 2009
The official web site of Akron's Carousel Dinner Theatre confirmed various published reports that the 35-year Summit County institution would go out of business on Sunday after closing its final show, 'All Shook Up'.
Carousel Dinner Theatre To Close Doors After 35 Years
by Eddie Varley - January 02, 2009
The official web site of Akron's Carousel Dinner Theatre has confirmed various published reports that the 35-year Summit County institution will go out of business on Sunday after closing its current show, 'All Shook Up,' on Saturday night.
by Eddie Varley - January 02, 2009
The official web site of Akron's Carousel Dinner Theatre has confirmed various published reports that the 35-year Summit County institution will go out of business on Sunday after closing its current show, 'All Shook Up,' on Saturday night.
Enter to Win Tickets to DANCING WITH THE STARS on Tour in 37 Cities!
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2008
We are giving away 6 pairs of tickets to EACH city on the ENTIRE Dancing With the Stars National Tour! Enter below for your chance to win.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2008
We are giving away 6 pairs of tickets to EACH city on the ENTIRE Dancing With the Stars National Tour! Enter below for your chance to win.
The Armonk Players Present LEND ME A TENOR
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2008
The Armonk Players Present LEND ME A TENOR by Ken Ludwig.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2008
The Armonk Players Present LEND ME A TENOR by Ken Ludwig.
The Armonk Players Present LEND ME A TENOR
by Faetra Petillo - October 30, 2008
The Armonk Players Present LEND ME A TENOR by Ken Ludwig.
by Faetra Petillo - October 30, 2008
The Armonk Players Present LEND ME A TENOR by Ken Ludwig.
FAMILY GUY SINGS! Confirmed For Carnegie Hall 11/24, 11/25
by Faetra Petillo - October 29, 2008
Family Guy Sings!, a new stage show featuring the entire cast of Seth MacFarlane's Emmy Award-winning animated television series 'Family Guy,' promises to bring the house down at New York's legendary Carnegie Hall on Monday, November 24 & Tuesday, November 25.
by Faetra Petillo - October 29, 2008
Family Guy Sings!, a new stage show featuring the entire cast of Seth MacFarlane's Emmy Award-winning animated television series 'Family Guy,' promises to bring the house down at New York's legendary Carnegie Hall on Monday, November 24 & Tuesday, November 25.
CHICAGO Star Usher Announces 'Ladies Only' Fall Tour
by Faetra Petillo - October 21, 2008
Grammy-Award winning superstar Usher has officially announced his plans for the fall -- a 'ladies only' tour titled, 'One Night Stand.'
by Faetra Petillo - October 21, 2008
Grammy-Award winning superstar Usher has officially announced his plans for the fall -- a 'ladies only' tour titled, 'One Night Stand.'
Schreiber to Host New Globe Theater Shakespeare Gala Featuring Light, Plunkett, Sanders and More 10/27
by Faetra Petillo - October 20, 2008
On Monday, October 27th, at 8:00pm the New Globe Theater presents SHAKESPEARE IN THE BRAVE NEW WORLD (from the Colonies to Bart Simpson) at NYU Skirball Center.
by Faetra Petillo - October 20, 2008
On Monday, October 27th, at 8:00pm the New Globe Theater presents SHAKESPEARE IN THE BRAVE NEW WORLD (from the Colonies to Bart Simpson) at NYU Skirball Center.
Cleveland Play House's Season to Include NOISES OFF, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, and CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
by Faetra Petillo - October 16, 2008
The Cleveland Play House will present the following productions throughout their 2008-09 season:
by Faetra Petillo - October 16, 2008
The Cleveland Play House will present the following productions throughout their 2008-09 season:
Princess Grace Foundation Award Winners Unveil Fabergé Egg
by Reynard Loki - October 15, 2008
Today one of Princess Grace's most treasured possessions, the Imperial Blue Serpent Egg by Peter Carl Fabergé (created in 1887) was unveiled as a highlight of the upcoming exhibition Artistic Luxury: Fabergé, Tiffany, Lalique, premiering at the Cleveland Museum of Art on October 19.
by Reynard Loki - October 15, 2008
Today one of Princess Grace's most treasured possessions, the Imperial Blue Serpent Egg by Peter Carl Fabergé (created in 1887) was unveiled as a highlight of the upcoming exhibition Artistic Luxury: Fabergé, Tiffany, Lalique, premiering at the Cleveland Museum of Art on October 19.
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