Tickets On Sale Thursday For CRIME JUNKIE PODCAST LIVE
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Crime Junkie feels like you are sitting in a room with your best friends, Ashley & Brit, talking about true crime. Now it's a chance for fans of Crime Junkie Podcast to join Ashley and Brit for real as the Crime Junkie Podcast Live makes a stop at Playhouse Square's Connor Palace Fri., June 26 at 8 pm. Tickets go on sale Thurs., Feb. 27 at 10 am at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 and at the Box Office.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Crime Junkie feels like you are sitting in a room with your best friends, Ashley & Brit, talking about true crime. Now it's a chance for fans of Crime Junkie Podcast to join Ashley and Brit for real as the Crime Junkie Podcast Live makes a stop at Playhouse Square's Connor Palace Fri., June 26 at 8 pm. Tickets go on sale Thurs., Feb. 27 at 10 am at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 and at the Box Office.
BWW Review: PARADE Showcases Southern Anti-Semitism and Political Corruption on Stage at Kent State
by Roy Berko - February 24, 2020
It is totally appropriate in this era of increased activity by White Supremist groups and rising anti-Semitism, that Kent State University's Musical Theatre program stage 'PARADE,' with book by Alfred Uhry and music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown.
by Roy Berko - February 24, 2020
It is totally appropriate in this era of increased activity by White Supremist groups and rising anti-Semitism, that Kent State University's Musical Theatre program stage 'PARADE,' with book by Alfred Uhry and music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown.
Chazz Palminteri to Bring One-Man Show A BRONX TALE to the Mimi Ohio Theater at Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Academy Award-nominated actor/writer/director CHAZZ PALMINTERI brings his personal story to life in his one-man show A BRONX TALE heading into the Mimi Ohio Theater at Playhouse Square March 22 for one 7 pm performance. (Tickets on sale at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 and the Ticket Office for $79, $59.50 & $49.50.)
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Academy Award-nominated actor/writer/director CHAZZ PALMINTERI brings his personal story to life in his one-man show A BRONX TALE heading into the Mimi Ohio Theater at Playhouse Square March 22 for one 7 pm performance. (Tickets on sale at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 and the Ticket Office for $79, $59.50 & $49.50.)
ROCK OF AGES at The Renaissance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Renaissance Theatre will present Broadway's biggest celebration of the music of the '80s on March 7-8 and 14-15, 2020 with its production of Rock of Ages. Rock of Ages is part of the Richland Bank Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Renaissance Theatre will present Broadway's biggest celebration of the music of the '80s on March 7-8 and 14-15, 2020 with its production of Rock of Ages. Rock of Ages is part of the Richland Bank Broadway Series.
Chloë Agnew Returns to Celtic Woman Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
Chloë Agnew, an original member of CELTIC WOMAN, the most successful all-female group in Irish history, has rejoined the group as a special guest artist for CELEBRATION - THE 15th ANNIVERSARY TOUR. The tour will visit more than 80 North American cities including Cleveland at Playhouse Square on April 10. Tickets are now on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
Chloë Agnew, an original member of CELTIC WOMAN, the most successful all-female group in Irish history, has rejoined the group as a special guest artist for CELEBRATION - THE 15th ANNIVERSARY TOUR. The tour will visit more than 80 North American cities including Cleveland at Playhouse Square on April 10. Tickets are now on sale now.
The Cleveland Orchestra Has Announced Updates to its Festival, CENSORED: ART & POWER
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Cleveland Orchestra announces updates to its festival, Censored: Art & Power, taking place in spring 2020. The festival is centered around the Orchestra's performances of Alban Berg's opera Lulu on May 16, 19, and 22, 2020, and seeks to spark discussion about the role of art in society, government censorship, and prejudice - using as a starting point Nazi Germany's oppression and weaponization of the arts by labelling groups and styles 'Degenerate Art & Music.' As a central theme within the Orchestra's 2019-20 season, the festival features a variety of collaborative presentations surrounding the opera performances.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Cleveland Orchestra announces updates to its festival, Censored: Art & Power, taking place in spring 2020. The festival is centered around the Orchestra's performances of Alban Berg's opera Lulu on May 16, 19, and 22, 2020, and seeks to spark discussion about the role of art in society, government censorship, and prejudice - using as a starting point Nazi Germany's oppression and weaponization of the arts by labelling groups and styles 'Degenerate Art & Music.' As a central theme within the Orchestra's 2019-20 season, the festival features a variety of collaborative presentations surrounding the opera performances.
Michael Tilson Thomas Will Receive Honorary Doctorate From Cleveland Institute Of Music
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Cleveland Institute of Music announced yesterday that acclaimed conductor, composer and educator Michael Tilson Thomas will be awarded an honorary doctorate at the school's 95th Commencement Ceremony in Kulas Hall on Saturday, May 16 at 10am EDT. Attendance is by invitation only, but a live stream will be available via cim.edu. Yesterday's announcement was given at a special MTT-led rehearsal of the CIM Orchestra at Severance Hall, home of The Cleveland Orchestra, which MTT also conducts February 20-23.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Cleveland Institute of Music announced yesterday that acclaimed conductor, composer and educator Michael Tilson Thomas will be awarded an honorary doctorate at the school's 95th Commencement Ceremony in Kulas Hall on Saturday, May 16 at 10am EDT. Attendance is by invitation only, but a live stream will be available via cim.edu. Yesterday's announcement was given at a special MTT-led rehearsal of the CIM Orchestra at Severance Hall, home of The Cleveland Orchestra, which MTT also conducts February 20-23.
Ensemble Theatre Continues Its 40th Anniversary Season With KINDERTRANSPORT
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Ensemble Theatre continues its 40th Anniversary Season::Dedicated to Ensemble Founder Lucia Colombi, this season will focus on 'Making Her Story'!All shows are written by women, directed by women, and starring women, celebrating the immeasurable contribution of women to theatre everywhere!
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Ensemble Theatre continues its 40th Anniversary Season::Dedicated to Ensemble Founder Lucia Colombi, this season will focus on 'Making Her Story'!All shows are written by women, directed by women, and starring women, celebrating the immeasurable contribution of women to theatre everywhere!
National Geographic Live Will Present CORAL KINGDOMS AND EMPIRES OF ICE at Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
National Geographic Live, National Geographic's touring speaker series, and Playhouse Square are proud to present 'Coral Kingdoms and Empires of Ice' with David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes, a team of National Geographic underwater photographers. The event will take place at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at the Mimi Ohio Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
National Geographic Live, National Geographic's touring speaker series, and Playhouse Square are proud to present 'Coral Kingdoms and Empires of Ice' with David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes, a team of National Geographic underwater photographers. The event will take place at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at the Mimi Ohio Theatre.
BWW Review: SLEUTH - a Mystery With Lots of Twists, Turns and Humor, Intrigues at Great Lakes Theater
by Roy Berko - February 16, 2020
by Roy Berko - February 16, 2020
Photo Flash: Cleveland Public Theatre Presents BREAKOUT SESSION (OR FROGORSE)
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Cleveland Public Theatre is proud to present the world premiere of Breakout Session (or Frogorse) by Nikkole Salter, directed by CPT's Associate Artistic Director & Director of Production Beth Wood, onstage in CPT's James Levin Theatre from February 22 through March 14, 2020. Breakout Session (or Frogorse) was commissioned by CPT with funding from the National New Play Network (NNPN).
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Cleveland Public Theatre is proud to present the world premiere of Breakout Session (or Frogorse) by Nikkole Salter, directed by CPT's Associate Artistic Director & Director of Production Beth Wood, onstage in CPT's James Levin Theatre from February 22 through March 14, 2020. Breakout Session (or Frogorse) was commissioned by CPT with funding from the National New Play Network (NNPN).
CINDERELLA Dance Production Announced At Beck Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Beck Center for the Arts is elated to present the upcoming 2020 Dance Production, Cinderella. Choreographed by Associate Director of Dance Education Melanie Szucs, this ballet follows the traditional Brothers Grimm storyline with a few exciting twists. Cinderella features a compilation of music and a special excerpt from Giselle, performed by the Dance Workshop with choreography by Marius Petipa and music by Adolphe Adam.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Beck Center for the Arts is elated to present the upcoming 2020 Dance Production, Cinderella. Choreographed by Associate Director of Dance Education Melanie Szucs, this ballet follows the traditional Brothers Grimm storyline with a few exciting twists. Cinderella features a compilation of music and a special excerpt from Giselle, performed by the Dance Workshop with choreography by Marius Petipa and music by Adolphe Adam.
Boney James Returns To Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Grammy-nominated Playhouse Square fan favorite BONEY JAMES is credited with virtually creating the genre of a?oeurban jazz,a?? as a major force in Contemporary & Smooth Jazz and R&B.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Grammy-nominated Playhouse Square fan favorite BONEY JAMES is credited with virtually creating the genre of a?oeurban jazz,a?? as a major force in Contemporary & Smooth Jazz and R&B.
Playhouse Square to Host Exclusive Engagement of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2020
In honor of the 50th Anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice's groundbreaking rock opera, Playhouse Square and Work Light Productions have announced that the National Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar will be presented in live theatrical surround sound exclusively for Cleveland audiences. An additional 22 Northeast Ohio strings players will combine with the 11-piece ensemble of touring musicians to create an epic 33-piece orchestra fit for the birthplace of Rock & Roll.
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2020
In honor of the 50th Anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice's groundbreaking rock opera, Playhouse Square and Work Light Productions have announced that the National Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar will be presented in live theatrical surround sound exclusively for Cleveland audiences. An additional 22 Northeast Ohio strings players will combine with the 11-piece ensemble of touring musicians to create an epic 33-piece orchestra fit for the birthplace of Rock & Roll.
BWW Review: BW/Beck's THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS is Both Compelling and Uneven
by Roy Berko - February 09, 2020
The Scottsboro Boys were nine African American teenagers, ages 13 to 20, falsely accused in Alabama of raping two white-women on a train in 1931.
by Roy Berko - February 09, 2020
The Scottsboro Boys were nine African American teenagers, ages 13 to 20, falsely accused in Alabama of raping two white-women on a train in 1931.
CLUE Starring John Treacy Egan Has Set the Record as the Highest Grossing Production in Cleveland Play House History
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2020
The Cleveland Play House (CPH) production of Clue: A New Comedy has set the record as the highest grossing production in CPH history, also breaking the single ticket sales record just two days after opening on January 31. The all new production continues at CPH through February 23, 2020, before launching a national tour in the fall of 2021.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2020
The Cleveland Play House (CPH) production of Clue: A New Comedy has set the record as the highest grossing production in CPH history, also breaking the single ticket sales record just two days after opening on January 31. The all new production continues at CPH through February 23, 2020, before launching a national tour in the fall of 2021.
Photo Flash: Cleveland Public Theatre Presents AND THEN WE MET...
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2020
Cleveland Public Theatre presents Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi's مسرح كليفلاند العربي world premiere production وبعدها التقينا And Then We Met… onstage February 13 through 16, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2020
Cleveland Public Theatre presents Masrah Cleveland Al-Arabi's مسرح كليفلاند العربي world premiere production وبعدها التقينا And Then We Met… onstage February 13 through 16, 2020.
THE CHOIR OF MAN Returns To Playhouse Square For A Musical Pub Crawl February 16
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2020
THE CHOIR OF MAN, the worldwide smash, runaway hit of numerous music festivals is returning to Playhouse Square after their previous 2018 sellout! Playhouse Square's Mimi Ohio Theatre hosts the multi-talented cast of nine handsome blokes Sun., Feb. 16 at 7 pm. (Tickets: $49; $39; $29 at the Ticket Office, playhousesquare.org or 216-241-6000.)
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2020
THE CHOIR OF MAN, the worldwide smash, runaway hit of numerous music festivals is returning to Playhouse Square after their previous 2018 sellout! Playhouse Square's Mimi Ohio Theatre hosts the multi-talented cast of nine handsome blokes Sun., Feb. 16 at 7 pm. (Tickets: $49; $39; $29 at the Ticket Office, playhousesquare.org or 216-241-6000.)
BWW Review: IF/THEN, In Spite Of Wonderful Score Is Frustrating At Lakeland Civic Theatre
by Roy Berko - February 04, 2020
IF/THEN is a musical with score by Tom Kitt and libretto by Brian Yorkey who also collaborated on the multi-award winning NEXT TO NORMAL, which laid the foundation for a major change in the American musical theatre-the development of musical dramas. IF/THEN is now on stage at Lakeland Civic Theatre.
by Roy Berko - February 04, 2020
IF/THEN is a musical with score by Tom Kitt and libretto by Brian Yorkey who also collaborated on the multi-award winning NEXT TO NORMAL, which laid the foundation for a major change in the American musical theatre-the development of musical dramas. IF/THEN is now on stage at Lakeland Civic Theatre.
Review Roundup: CLUE at Cleveland Play House Starring John Treacy Egan - What Did the Critics Think?
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2020
Cleveland Play House presents the new high-spirited, madcap mystery Clue: A New Comedy, based on the popular 1985 Paramount Pictures film and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2020
Cleveland Play House presents the new high-spirited, madcap mystery Clue: A New Comedy, based on the popular 1985 Paramount Pictures film and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game.
BWW Review: Compelling INTIMATE APPAREL at Ensemble
by Roy Berko - February 03, 2020
Lynn Nottage is an African American multi-prize-winning playwright. A rare and important theatrical voice, she is noted for her lyric and powerfully expressive use of language and her examining the plight of marginalized people.
by Roy Berko - February 03, 2020
Lynn Nottage is an African American multi-prize-winning playwright. A rare and important theatrical voice, she is noted for her lyric and powerfully expressive use of language and her examining the plight of marginalized people.
BWW Review: “CLUE” is a farcical delight at Cleveland Play House
by Roy Berko - February 03, 2020
'CLUE' is a stage play of murder and blackmail, based broadly on the Hasbro board game, and the Paramount motion picture of the same name, has gone through several adaptations. The latest, by Sandy Rustin, with additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price, is now on stage at Cleveland Public Theatre.
by Roy Berko - February 03, 2020
'CLUE' is a stage play of murder and blackmail, based broadly on the Hasbro board game, and the Paramount motion picture of the same name, has gone through several adaptations. The latest, by Sandy Rustin, with additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price, is now on stage at Cleveland Public Theatre.
Beck Center For The Arts Youth Theater Produces MOCKINGBIRD
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2020
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Beck Center for the Arts Youth Theater is pleased to produce Mockingbird. This limited engagement runs February 28 through March 8, 2020 in the Studio Theater. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $12 for adults, and seniors, and $10 for students (18 and under). Group and student discounts are available. Tickets are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2020
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Beck Center for the Arts Youth Theater is pleased to produce Mockingbird. This limited engagement runs February 28 through March 8, 2020 in the Studio Theater. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $12 for adults, and seniors, and $10 for students (18 and under). Group and student discounts are available. Tickets are on sale now.
Teatro Público De Cleveland & Cleveland Public Theatre Present MARISOL By José Rivera
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) and Teatro Público de Cleveland (TPC) are proud to present Marisol, by José Rivera, translated by Aurora Lauzardo and Waldemar Burgos, and directed by Julia Rosa Sosa. The play will be performed in Spanish with English subtitles and will run March 5 a?" 21 in CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) and Teatro Público de Cleveland (TPC) are proud to present Marisol, by José Rivera, translated by Aurora Lauzardo and Waldemar Burgos, and directed by Julia Rosa Sosa. The play will be performed in Spanish with English subtitles and will run March 5 a?" 21 in CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre.
Comedian Trey Kennedy Has Announced His ARE YOU FOR REAL? Tour Coming Spring 2020
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Social media star, writer, actor, musician - and, did we mention, comedian? Trey Kennedy has announced The Are You For Real? Tour coming this spring. Presented by LiveNation and Premier Productions, the tour will offer the best of Kennedy's live comedy performances in historic and popular theaters nationwide.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2020
Social media star, writer, actor, musician - and, did we mention, comedian? Trey Kennedy has announced The Are You For Real? Tour coming this spring. Presented by LiveNation and Premier Productions, the tour will offer the best of Kennedy's live comedy performances in historic and popular theaters nationwide.
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SpongeBob Squarepants
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RENT
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Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®
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