THE BOOK OF MORMON Announces Lottery At Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, is pleased to announce a lottery ticket policy for the National Tour, which begins Friday, September 6 in the Connor Palace at Playhouse Square and plays a limited 1.5 week engagement through September 15. In Cleveland, the production will conduct a pre-show lottery at the ticket office, making a limited number of tickets available at $25 apiece.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, is pleased to announce a lottery ticket policy for the National Tour, which begins Friday, September 6 in the Connor Palace at Playhouse Square and plays a limited 1.5 week engagement through September 15. In Cleveland, the production will conduct a pre-show lottery at the ticket office, making a limited number of tickets available at $25 apiece.
BWW Review: “Shakespeare's R&J” is Bard light at convergence continuum
by Roy Berko - August 31, 2019
by Roy Berko - August 31, 2019
BWW Review: BWU's Musical Theatre Program And The Cleveland Orchestra Create An Enchanted Evening
by Roy Berko - August 27, 2019
What happens when you meld together performers from the 'top destination for any student who wants to study musical theatre,' one of the leading orchestras in the world, and a recognized classic of the American theater lexicon? You get a production starring past and present Baldwin Wallace University's Music Theatre program (supplemented by a few guests), the Cleveland Orchestra (under the baton of Andy Einhorn), and 'South Pacific' by Rogers and Hammerstein.
by Roy Berko - August 27, 2019
What happens when you meld together performers from the 'top destination for any student who wants to study musical theatre,' one of the leading orchestras in the world, and a recognized classic of the American theater lexicon? You get a production starring past and present Baldwin Wallace University's Music Theatre program (supplemented by a few guests), the Cleveland Orchestra (under the baton of Andy Einhorn), and 'South Pacific' by Rogers and Hammerstein.
BWW Review: LOBBY HERO at Blank Canvas Asks, 'What is the Moral Thing to Do?”
by Roy Berko - August 24, 2019
Kenneth Lonergan is noted for writing about decent people who are unexpectedly challenged by issues of ethics. In his 'Lobby Hero,' now on stage at Blank Canvas, the 2016 Oscar winner for 'Manchester by the Sea' specifically asks, 'What happens when emotions come in conflict with principles.'
by Roy Berko - August 24, 2019
Kenneth Lonergan is noted for writing about decent people who are unexpectedly challenged by issues of ethics. In his 'Lobby Hero,' now on stage at Blank Canvas, the 2016 Oscar winner for 'Manchester by the Sea' specifically asks, 'What happens when emotions come in conflict with principles.'
THE MUSIC MAN And JULIUS CAESAR Open Great Lakes Theater 58th Season
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2019
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) will commence its 2019-20 season at the Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square with a Fall Repertory that features the Tony-winning Broadway musical classic, The Music Man and Shakespeare's epic political tragedy, Julius Caesar. The productions will be performed in rotating repertory September 27 a?" November 10, 2019. Victoria Bussert will direct The Music Man and Julius Caesar will be directed by Sara Bruner. The Music Man (Book, Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson / Story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey) is presented through special arrangement with MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, www.MTIShows.com.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2019
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) will commence its 2019-20 season at the Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square with a Fall Repertory that features the Tony-winning Broadway musical classic, The Music Man and Shakespeare's epic political tragedy, Julius Caesar. The productions will be performed in rotating repertory September 27 a?" November 10, 2019. Victoria Bussert will direct The Music Man and Julius Caesar will be directed by Sara Bruner. The Music Man (Book, Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson / Story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey) is presented through special arrangement with MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, www.MTIShows.com.
Ensemble Theatre Opens Its 40th Anniversary Season With BY THE BOG OF CATS
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Loosely based on Euripides' tragedy Medea, this is the prophetic tale of Hester Swane, an Irish Traveller, who attempts to come to terms with a lifetime of abandonment in a world where all whom she has loved have discarded her.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Loosely based on Euripides' tragedy Medea, this is the prophetic tale of Hester Swane, an Irish Traveller, who attempts to come to terms with a lifetime of abandonment in a world where all whom she has loved have discarded her.
Cleveland Pops Hosts G-Clef Gala Honoring Joseph and Anthony Russo
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra's 23rd Anniversary Celebration will be held on Saturday, October 19th at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown Hotel. The Orchestra has invited movie and television moguls Joseph and Anthony Russo to be the honorees for the prestigious event.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
The Cleveland Pops Orchestra's 23rd Anniversary Celebration will be held on Saturday, October 19th at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown Hotel. The Orchestra has invited movie and television moguls Joseph and Anthony Russo to be the honorees for the prestigious event.
INTO THE BREECHES! Kicks Off Season at CPH
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Cleveland Play House opens its 2019-2020 season with the celebratory, heart-felt comedy Into The Breeches! written by George Brant. Directed by CPH Artistic Director Laura Kepley, the uplifting, laugh-out-loud comedy runs from September 14th through October 6th in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Cleveland Play House opens its 2019-2020 season with the celebratory, heart-felt comedy Into The Breeches! written by George Brant. Directed by CPH Artistic Director Laura Kepley, the uplifting, laugh-out-loud comedy runs from September 14th through October 6th in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
Clague Playhouse Presents AN EVENING WITH MARY ANN WINKOWSKI, GHOST WHISPERER
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Clague Playhouse presents 'An Evening with Mary Ann Winkowski, Ghost Whisperer' on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Clague Playhouse presents 'An Evening with Mary Ann Winkowski, Ghost Whisperer' on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.
BWW Review: None Too Fragile Has New Home—High Quality of Productions Still the Same!
by Roy Berko - August 18, 2019
by Roy Berko - August 18, 2019
A COMEDY OF TENORS Opens Clague Playhouse's 92nd Season
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2019
One hotel suite, four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends, and a soccer stadium filled with screaming fans. What could possibly go wrong?
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2019
One hotel suite, four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends, and a soccer stadium filled with screaming fans. What could possibly go wrong?
Great Lakes Theater Seeks Child Actors for A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2019
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) is seeking child actors of all cultures and backgrounds, ages seven to thirteen, for the company's production of A Christmas Carol. Rehearsals will begin on November 12th; with performance dates scheduled from November 29th through December 22nd. Children auditioning for A Christmas Carol may not be fourteen years of age until December 24, 2019 or later.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2019
Great Lakes Theater (GLT) is seeking child actors of all cultures and backgrounds, ages seven to thirteen, for the company's production of A Christmas Carol. Rehearsals will begin on November 12th; with performance dates scheduled from November 29th through December 22nd. Children auditioning for A Christmas Carol may not be fourteen years of age until December 24, 2019 or later.
Tickets For The 2019-20 Broadway In Akron Series & RIVERDANCE On Sale Tuesday
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Playhouse Square is pleased to announce that single tickets for the 2019-2020 Broadway in Akron Season will go on sale August 20th, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., including a limited engagement of Riverdance a?" The 25th Anniversary World Tour at E.J. Thomas Hall in April 2020. Single tickets will be available in-person at the E.J. Thomas Hall Ticket Office, online at broadwayinakron.com, or by phone at 330-253-2488. Group orders of 10 or more may be placed by calling 800-888-9941.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Playhouse Square is pleased to announce that single tickets for the 2019-2020 Broadway in Akron Season will go on sale August 20th, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., including a limited engagement of Riverdance a?" The 25th Anniversary World Tour at E.J. Thomas Hall in April 2020. Single tickets will be available in-person at the E.J. Thomas Hall Ticket Office, online at broadwayinakron.com, or by phone at 330-253-2488. Group orders of 10 or more may be placed by calling 800-888-9941.
Firestone Theatre Announces New Theatre Season
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Firestone Theatre's new season of plays and musicals sets the bar pretty high with a variety of student opportunities and outstanding guest directors.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Firestone Theatre's new season of plays and musicals sets the bar pretty high with a variety of student opportunities and outstanding guest directors.
BWW Review: THE LION KING at State Theatre, Cleveland
by Roy Berko - August 12, 2019
There is an old adage in the theater that an audience should not leave a musical theater production whistling sets and costumes. In other words, it should be the music and story-line that are most important.
by Roy Berko - August 12, 2019
There is an old adage in the theater that an audience should not leave a musical theater production whistling sets and costumes. In other words, it should be the music and story-line that are most important.
CPT Presents PANDEMONIUM 2019: ALCHEMY
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents Pandemonium 2019a?"CPT's annual benefit and theatrical spectaculara?"on Saturday, September 7, 2019, from 7:00pm through midnight. The Pandemonium 2019 theme is a?oeAlchemy.a??
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents Pandemonium 2019a?"CPT's annual benefit and theatrical spectaculara?"on Saturday, September 7, 2019, from 7:00pm through midnight. The Pandemonium 2019 theme is a?oeAlchemy.a??
Live Recording of Podcast THE 85 SOUTH SHOW Comes to Connor Palace
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
The last few years, the 85 South Show has been shaking up the podcasting scene with improvs and freestyles by some of the fastest rising comedic talent from the South.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
The last few years, the 85 South Show has been shaking up the podcasting scene with improvs and freestyles by some of the fastest rising comedic talent from the South.
Jerry Seinfeld Adds Second Show at Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Playhouse Square and JS Touring announced today that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will return to Playhouse Square on Friday, October 11, 2019 with a second show at 9:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, August 16 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Playhouse Square and JS Touring announced today that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will return to Playhouse Square on Friday, October 11, 2019 with a second show at 9:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, August 16 at 10 a.m.
Wendy Williams Kicks Off Highly Anticipated WENDY WILLIAMS & FRIENDS' FOR THE RECORD...UMM HMMM! TOUR
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2019
Never to be defined by what life dictates, but rather dictate to life where it will lead her, Wendy Williams is finally living her best life and living it through laughter with her Wendy Williams & Friends Presents FOR THE RECORD...Umm Hmmm! Comedy Tour.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2019
Never to be defined by what life dictates, but rather dictate to life where it will lead her, Wendy Williams is finally living her best life and living it through laughter with her Wendy Williams & Friends Presents FOR THE RECORD...Umm Hmmm! Comedy Tour.
Mavis Staples Comes to Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will honor the powerful voice of soul and gospel by bestowing on Hall of Fame Inductee Mavis Staples the new Rock Hall Honors award, sponsored by Klipsch Audio and PNC Bank. A career celebration and full night of music from Mavis takes place at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, September 20, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will honor the powerful voice of soul and gospel by bestowing on Hall of Fame Inductee Mavis Staples the new Rock Hall Honors award, sponsored by Klipsch Audio and PNC Bank. A career celebration and full night of music from Mavis takes place at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, September 20, 2019.
Broadway & Film Star Austin Pendleton Stars In GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS At Beck Center
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
Beck Center for the Arts is ecstatic to announce Austin Pendleton (My Cousin Vinny, The Muppet Movie, Finding Nemo, and Actors' Equity Association member/AEA), will play the role of Shelley a?oeThe Machinea?? Levene in Beck Center for the Arts' production of David Mamet's Glengarry Glen Ross. William Roudebush, a former Artistic Director of Beck Center directs this production of Glengarry Glen Ross, 1984 Pulitzer Prize winner and 2005 Tony Award Winner for Revival Play. The New York Times states, a?oe'Glengarry' was built for speed. Much of the beauty of this play comes from its revved-up rhythms.a??
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
Beck Center for the Arts is ecstatic to announce Austin Pendleton (My Cousin Vinny, The Muppet Movie, Finding Nemo, and Actors' Equity Association member/AEA), will play the role of Shelley a?oeThe Machinea?? Levene in Beck Center for the Arts' production of David Mamet's Glengarry Glen Ross. William Roudebush, a former Artistic Director of Beck Center directs this production of Glengarry Glen Ross, 1984 Pulitzer Prize winner and 2005 Tony Award Winner for Revival Play. The New York Times states, a?oe'Glengarry' was built for speed. Much of the beauty of this play comes from its revved-up rhythms.a??
Amit Peled Named Music Director Of CityMusic Cleveland
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2019
CityMusic Cleveland announces the appointment of Music Director Amit Peled, effective with the 2019-2020 season. In 2019-20, the Israeli-American cellist, conductor, and pedagogue will conduct two, five-concert series
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2019
CityMusic Cleveland announces the appointment of Music Director Amit Peled, effective with the 2019-2020 season. In 2019-20, the Israeli-American cellist, conductor, and pedagogue will conduct two, five-concert series
BWW Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Porthouse (Kent State University)
by Roy Berko - July 28, 2019
Meredith Wilson's 'The Music Man' is one of American musical theatre's most produced shows. Professional, community and educational theatres stage the show on a regular basis. The songfest, which is as American as apple pie and a Fourth of July fireworks display, is now on stage at Porthouse Theatre.
by Roy Berko - July 28, 2019
Meredith Wilson's 'The Music Man' is one of American musical theatre's most produced shows. Professional, community and educational theatres stage the show on a regular basis. The songfest, which is as American as apple pie and a Fourth of July fireworks display, is now on stage at Porthouse Theatre.
Michael Frayn's COPENHAGEN Comes to Cesear's Forum
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2019
Based on a true 1941 meeting in occupied Denmark, Cesear's Forum is offering Michael Frayn's drama COPENHAGEN, in a limited six-week September/October engagement, at Kennedy's Down Under, Playhouse Square, Cleveland, Ohio.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2019
Based on a true 1941 meeting in occupied Denmark, Cesear's Forum is offering Michael Frayn's drama COPENHAGEN, in a limited six-week September/October engagement, at Kennedy's Down Under, Playhouse Square, Cleveland, Ohio.
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