Cleveland Play House Presents World Premiere of JACKED by Idris Goodwin
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Cleveland Play House joins forces with StageOne Family Theatre of Louisville, KY to co-develop and workshop the new hip-hop play Jacked! written by Idris Goodwin, inspired by Jack and the Beanstalk. Designed and developed for children, Jacked! fuses storytelling and poetry with hip-hop and break-beat music to encourage a dialogue about substance abuse and the overwhelming effects the opioid epidemic is having in our communities. Directed by Pamela DiPasquale, Jacked! is the newest artistic component included in Cleveland Play House's KeyBank Classroom Matinee Touring Program. The one-act play has toured elementary schools and community centers in Ohio since August 2019 and will transfer to Kentucky in February 2020.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Cleveland Play House joins forces with StageOne Family Theatre of Louisville, KY to co-develop and workshop the new hip-hop play Jacked! written by Idris Goodwin, inspired by Jack and the Beanstalk. Designed and developed for children, Jacked! fuses storytelling and poetry with hip-hop and break-beat music to encourage a dialogue about substance abuse and the overwhelming effects the opioid epidemic is having in our communities. Directed by Pamela DiPasquale, Jacked! is the newest artistic component included in Cleveland Play House's KeyBank Classroom Matinee Touring Program. The one-act play has toured elementary schools and community centers in Ohio since August 2019 and will transfer to Kentucky in February 2020.
Join The Revolution In Firestone's Black Box with Lauren Gunderson's Comedy THE REVOLUTIONISTS
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Four fierce women lose their heads in Lauren Gunderson's irreverent, girl-powered comedy, The Revolutionists, set during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror. Performances of The Revolutionists will be held at 7:00 p.m. on December 13 and 14 and at 2:00 p.m. on December 14 and 15, 2019, in the Black Box Theatre at Firestone CLC. General admission tickets to The Revolutionists are $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. All tickets are available online and at the door on the night of performance.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Four fierce women lose their heads in Lauren Gunderson's irreverent, girl-powered comedy, The Revolutionists, set during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror. Performances of The Revolutionists will be held at 7:00 p.m. on December 13 and 14 and at 2:00 p.m. on December 14 and 15, 2019, in the Black Box Theatre at Firestone CLC. General admission tickets to The Revolutionists are $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. All tickets are available online and at the door on the night of performance.
New Years Eve Event with The Cleveland Pops Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra under the direction of Carl Topilow, will be bringing in 2020 with music from the past 100 years at the hottest concert and party in Cleveland! Enjoy a two-hour Pops concert with worldwide performer Connor Bogart O'Brien! Which will then be followed by a Roaring Twenties party complete with dancing to The No Name Band, costumes, photo opportunities, cash bars and a fabulous midnight balloon drop! To top it all off, a $250 cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best 20s costume of the night with second and third place cash prizes as well!
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra under the direction of Carl Topilow, will be bringing in 2020 with music from the past 100 years at the hottest concert and party in Cleveland! Enjoy a two-hour Pops concert with worldwide performer Connor Bogart O'Brien! Which will then be followed by a Roaring Twenties party complete with dancing to The No Name Band, costumes, photo opportunities, cash bars and a fabulous midnight balloon drop! To top it all off, a $250 cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best 20s costume of the night with second and third place cash prizes as well!
2020 Blossom Music Festival to Include LORD OF THE RINGS In Concert
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 03, 2019
Next summer at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, experience The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in concert with The Cleveland Orchestra. This 2020 Blossom Music Festival movie concert includes the film shown on large screens, with its Academy Award® and Grammy®a?"winning score by composer Howard Shore performed live by The Cleveland Orchestra. Concert tickets go on sale Tuesday, December 10, 2019 a?" just in time for holiday gift shopping a?" through the Severance Hall Ticket Office, online at clevelandorchestra.com, or by calling Cleveland Orchestra Ticket Services at 216-231-1111 or 1-800-686-1141.
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 03, 2019
Next summer at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, experience The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in concert with The Cleveland Orchestra. This 2020 Blossom Music Festival movie concert includes the film shown on large screens, with its Academy Award® and Grammy®a?"winning score by composer Howard Shore performed live by The Cleveland Orchestra. Concert tickets go on sale Tuesday, December 10, 2019 a?" just in time for holiday gift shopping a?" through the Severance Hall Ticket Office, online at clevelandorchestra.com, or by calling Cleveland Orchestra Ticket Services at 216-231-1111 or 1-800-686-1141.
Great Lakes Theater to Grant One Young Actor's Special Wish During A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) is creating even more magic this holiday season by granting the wish of one remarkable young actor during A Christmas Carol. A Special Wish Cleveland contacted Great Lakes Theater earlier this year to help make one wish recipient's desire of being an actor come true. Excited to make this dream a reality, everyone at GLT jumped in to make it possible to have Amelia, the special wish recipient, as part of the cast in our upcoming production of A Christmas Carol.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) is creating even more magic this holiday season by granting the wish of one remarkable young actor during A Christmas Carol. A Special Wish Cleveland contacted Great Lakes Theater earlier this year to help make one wish recipient's desire of being an actor come true. Excited to make this dream a reality, everyone at GLT jumped in to make it possible to have Amelia, the special wish recipient, as part of the cast in our upcoming production of A Christmas Carol.
December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Cleveland Awards!
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
BWW Review: Brilliant EVERY BRILLIANT THING a must see at Cleveland Play House
by Roy Berko - November 30, 2019
by Roy Berko - November 30, 2019
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE At Theatre In The Circle
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2019
Theatre in the Circle has a special gift for Northeast Ohio this holiday season with the regional premiere of It's A Wonderful Life, with original music and lyrics by Bill Corcoran, TIC's Artistic Director, and a script adapted by the late Dudley Saunders, noted playwright.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2019
Theatre in the Circle has a special gift for Northeast Ohio this holiday season with the regional premiere of It's A Wonderful Life, with original music and lyrics by Bill Corcoran, TIC's Artistic Director, and a script adapted by the late Dudley Saunders, noted playwright.
WINTERTIDE At Gordon Square To Bring Performances, Merriment, And Shopping To Arts District
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
WINTERTIDE at Gordon Square, now in its fourth year, features an expanded main stage, complete with a beer garden, fire pits and s'mores, and pop-up performances (musical, interactive, and visual) throughout the Gordon Square Arts District's storefronts, theatres, and streetscape. The free Kid Zone at Near West Theatre includes hands-on activities and photos with Santa, and a free trolley whisks you to Cleveland Bazaar's handmade holiday market at 78th Street Studios and back.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
WINTERTIDE at Gordon Square, now in its fourth year, features an expanded main stage, complete with a beer garden, fire pits and s'mores, and pop-up performances (musical, interactive, and visual) throughout the Gordon Square Arts District's storefronts, theatres, and streetscape. The free Kid Zone at Near West Theatre includes hands-on activities and photos with Santa, and a free trolley whisks you to Cleveland Bazaar's handmade holiday market at 78th Street Studios and back.
Playhouse Square Announces Holiday Concerts
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
YANNI's up-close-and-personal a?oePure Yannia?? tour lands at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre Dec. 3 at 8 pm. One of the most celebrated composers and multi-gold and platinum-selling artists of our time will give fans an intimate look at his songs, his writing process and his inspirations with Pure Yanni. The show presents Yanni and his music in its purest form, on the piano and spotlight his understanding and interaction with different cultures as well as his experience planning and performing in mega shows in some of the most revered places on earth. His concert will be up-close and personal and include a live Q&A with the audience. No two evenings of this concert are ever alike.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
YANNI's up-close-and-personal a?oePure Yannia?? tour lands at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre Dec. 3 at 8 pm. One of the most celebrated composers and multi-gold and platinum-selling artists of our time will give fans an intimate look at his songs, his writing process and his inspirations with Pure Yanni. The show presents Yanni and his music in its purest form, on the piano and spotlight his understanding and interaction with different cultures as well as his experience planning and performing in mega shows in some of the most revered places on earth. His concert will be up-close and personal and include a live Q&A with the audience. No two evenings of this concert are ever alike.
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Cleveland Awards!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
BWW Review: Impressive, Startling, Educational LIVE BODIES FOR SALE at Playwrights Local
by Roy Berko - November 24, 2019
by Roy Berko - November 24, 2019
Photo Flash: First Look At The Cast of A XMAS CUENTO REMIX At Cleveland Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) and Teatro Público de Cleveland (TPC) present the National New Play Network (NNPN) Rolling World Premiere of A Xmas Cuento Remix, by Maya Malan-Gonzalez, composition and arrangements by Emiliano Valdez and Daniel Valdez, directed by Holly Holsinger. The play will be performed in English with some Spanish by TPC ensemble members and will run December 5 – 21, 2019 in CPT's James Levin Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) and Teatro Público de Cleveland (TPC) present the National New Play Network (NNPN) Rolling World Premiere of A Xmas Cuento Remix, by Maya Malan-Gonzalez, composition and arrangements by Emiliano Valdez and Daniel Valdez, directed by Holly Holsinger. The play will be performed in English with some Spanish by TPC ensemble members and will run December 5 – 21, 2019 in CPT's James Levin Theatre.
The Verb Ballets Center For Dance Announces Holiday Open House
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
The Verb Ballets Dance For Everyone program offers an array of dance and fitness classes for adults and teens throughout the year. As our special holiday gift to all new and existing adult/teen students please join us for our Open House on Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 8:30-1:30pm featuring free dance and fitness classes. The Verb Ballets Center for Dance is located at 3558 Lee Road in Shaker Heights behind The Dealership. All classes are drop-in based, but students are encouraged to register online at www.verbballets.org to save their spot!
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
The Verb Ballets Dance For Everyone program offers an array of dance and fitness classes for adults and teens throughout the year. As our special holiday gift to all new and existing adult/teen students please join us for our Open House on Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 8:30-1:30pm featuring free dance and fitness classes. The Verb Ballets Center for Dance is located at 3558 Lee Road in Shaker Heights behind The Dealership. All classes are drop-in based, but students are encouraged to register online at www.verbballets.org to save their spot!
Theatre In The Circle Presents IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Theatre in the Circle has a special gift for Northeast Ohio this holiday season with the regional premiere of It's A Wonderful Life, with original music and lyrics by Bill Corcoran, TIC's Artistic Director, and a script adapted by the late Dudley Saunders, noted playwright.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Theatre in the Circle has a special gift for Northeast Ohio this holiday season with the regional premiere of It's A Wonderful Life, with original music and lyrics by Bill Corcoran, TIC's Artistic Director, and a script adapted by the late Dudley Saunders, noted playwright.
DISNEY DANCE UPON A DREAM Is Coming To Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
The all-news DISNEY DANCE UPON A DREAM TOUR, starring singer/actress/dancer MACKENZIE ZIEGLER, makes its Cleveland stop at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre March 26 for one 7 pm show. This original production features reimagined songs of Disney classics including Beauty and the Beast, Moana and Cinderella.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
The all-news DISNEY DANCE UPON A DREAM TOUR, starring singer/actress/dancer MACKENZIE ZIEGLER, makes its Cleveland stop at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre March 26 for one 7 pm show. This original production features reimagined songs of Disney classics including Beauty and the Beast, Moana and Cinderella.
Shadow Of The Run Team Brings New Immersive Pop-up To Bedford, January 2020
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Shadow of the Run LLC Co-Founders Beth McGee, Adam Kern, Christine Woods and Ben Needham announced that their Immersive Theatre project RAILROADED: A SHADOW OF THE RUN STORY will premiere in a limited engagement January 9th-12th, 2020 in the City of Bedford.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Shadow of the Run LLC Co-Founders Beth McGee, Adam Kern, Christine Woods and Ben Needham announced that their Immersive Theatre project RAILROADED: A SHADOW OF THE RUN STORY will premiere in a limited engagement January 9th-12th, 2020 in the City of Bedford.
Cain Park to Produce LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL and SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
The City of Cleveland Heights announces LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL (June 11-28, 2020) and SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM (August 6-16, 2020) will be produced in the Alma Theater as part of Cain Parkʼs 82nd season. Cain Park Theater Artistic Director Joanna May Cullinan directs both with musical direction by Jordan Cooper and choreography by Imani Jackson for Legally Blonde The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
The City of Cleveland Heights announces LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL (June 11-28, 2020) and SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM (August 6-16, 2020) will be produced in the Alma Theater as part of Cain Parkʼs 82nd season. Cain Park Theater Artistic Director Joanna May Cullinan directs both with musical direction by Jordan Cooper and choreography by Imani Jackson for Legally Blonde The Musical.
Michael Cavanaugh Will Perform The Music Of Billy Joel And Elton John
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Cleveland native Michael Cavanaugh, announced his hometown performance that is set to take place at the Mimi Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square on January 10, 2020. During the concert, the Cleveland community will quickly understand why Reuters named Cavanaugh Entertainer of the year. He is set to perform the greatest hits of Sir Elton John and Billy Joel including Piano Man, Movin' Out, Crocodile Rock, Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man, Benny and the Jets, and more.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Cleveland native Michael Cavanaugh, announced his hometown performance that is set to take place at the Mimi Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square on January 10, 2020. During the concert, the Cleveland community will quickly understand why Reuters named Cavanaugh Entertainer of the year. He is set to perform the greatest hits of Sir Elton John and Billy Joel including Piano Man, Movin' Out, Crocodile Rock, Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man, Benny and the Jets, and more.
Cleveland Play House Presents EVERY BRILLIANT THING
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Cleveland Play House (CPH), takes audiences on a journey through grief, healing, falling in love, and (re)discovering all that life has to offer in Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe. Performances run from November 23rd - December 22nd in the Helen Theatre at Playhouse Square. Directed by CPH Artistic Director Laura Kepley, he cast includes Tarah Flanagan and Alex Brightwell in alternating performances. Tickets range from $25-$97 and can be purchased by phone at 216.241.6000 or online at clevelandplayhouse.com. Cleveland Play House is proud to recognize sponsors Anne Marie and Bill Warren, and Nancy Hancock Griffith.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Cleveland Play House (CPH), takes audiences on a journey through grief, healing, falling in love, and (re)discovering all that life has to offer in Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe. Performances run from November 23rd - December 22nd in the Helen Theatre at Playhouse Square. Directed by CPH Artistic Director Laura Kepley, he cast includes Tarah Flanagan and Alex Brightwell in alternating performances. Tickets range from $25-$97 and can be purchased by phone at 216.241.6000 or online at clevelandplayhouse.com. Cleveland Play House is proud to recognize sponsors Anne Marie and Bill Warren, and Nancy Hancock Griffith.
The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Concert Programs Celebrating The Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
The Cleveland Orchestra's annual Christmas Concerts are a local tradition, and Severance Hall is a dazzling wintertime destination for families and friends across Northeast Ohio. On Friday, December 13, this year's series of a dozen concerts conducted by Richard Kaufman begins amidst the holiday splendor of Severance Hall, featuring The Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra Chorus, Cleveland Orchestra Children's Chorus, Cleveland Orchestra Youth Chorus Chamber Ensemble, Blossom Festival Chorus, and three guest choruses a?" Wooster Chorus from The College of Wooster, Cleveland State University Chorale, and Ursuline College Choir.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
The Cleveland Orchestra's annual Christmas Concerts are a local tradition, and Severance Hall is a dazzling wintertime destination for families and friends across Northeast Ohio. On Friday, December 13, this year's series of a dozen concerts conducted by Richard Kaufman begins amidst the holiday splendor of Severance Hall, featuring The Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra Chorus, Cleveland Orchestra Children's Chorus, Cleveland Orchestra Youth Chorus Chamber Ensemble, Blossom Festival Chorus, and three guest choruses a?" Wooster Chorus from The College of Wooster, Cleveland State University Chorale, and Ursuline College Choir.
Cleveland Pops Will Have New Years Eve Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra under the direction of Carl Topilow, will be bringing in 2020 with music from the past 100 years at the hottest concert and party in Cleveland! Dance the night away with The Pops, worldwide performer Connor Bogart and The No Name Band! Enjoy a two-hour concert followed by a roaring twenties party complete with costumes, photo opportunities, cash bars and a fabulous midnight balloon drop! To top it all off, a $250 cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best 20s costume of the night!
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra under the direction of Carl Topilow, will be bringing in 2020 with music from the past 100 years at the hottest concert and party in Cleveland! Dance the night away with The Pops, worldwide performer Connor Bogart and The No Name Band! Enjoy a two-hour concert followed by a roaring twenties party complete with costumes, photo opportunities, cash bars and a fabulous midnight balloon drop! To top it all off, a $250 cash prize will be awarded to the person with the best 20s costume of the night!
Iliza Shlesinger Returns To Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Iliza Shlesinger announces The Forever Tour, kicking off January 24 and making worldwide stops through 2020 (including engagements in Australia, Vietnam, Thailand, the UK, Hungary, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Finland, Norway and Ireland. Iliza returns to Playhouse Square Thurs., March 5 for one 7 pm performance in the Connor Palace Theatre. (Her two 2018 Playhouse Square performances were complete sellouts!)
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Iliza Shlesinger announces The Forever Tour, kicking off January 24 and making worldwide stops through 2020 (including engagements in Australia, Vietnam, Thailand, the UK, Hungary, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Finland, Norway and Ireland. Iliza returns to Playhouse Square Thurs., March 5 for one 7 pm performance in the Connor Palace Theatre. (Her two 2018 Playhouse Square performances were complete sellouts!)
The Cleveland Orchestra Embarks On Tour To Vienna, Paris, Linz, And Abu Dhabi In Spring 2020
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2019
In March and April 2020, The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Möst embark on their twentieth international tour together, with seven performances scheduled in three cities across Europe (Vienna, Paris, and Linz), and four concerts in the United Arab Emirates as the first U.S. orchestra to perform at the Abu Dhabi Festival.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2019
In March and April 2020, The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Möst embark on their twentieth international tour together, with seven performances scheduled in three cities across Europe (Vienna, Paris, and Linz), and four concerts in the United Arab Emirates as the first U.S. orchestra to perform at the Abu Dhabi Festival.
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