Cleveland Institute Of Music Seats Most Competitive, Most Diverse Class In School History
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
When 162 of the world's most talented classical music students arrive at the Cleveland Institute of Music next fall, they will represent the most competitive and accomplished incoming class in CIM's storied history. They will also be the most racially diverse: African American, Latinx and Native Hawaiian students will be an historic 17 percent of the incoming class.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
When 162 of the world's most talented classical music students arrive at the Cleveland Institute of Music next fall, they will represent the most competitive and accomplished incoming class in CIM's storied history. They will also be the most racially diverse: African American, Latinx and Native Hawaiian students will be an historic 17 percent of the incoming class.
THE PROMETHEUS PROJECT To Conclude Cleveland Orchestra's Centennial Season
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Most announce further details of the The Prometheus Project festival. The festival will take place May 10-13 and May 17-19 at Severance Hall and is dedicated to the exploration of the music of Ludwig van Beethoven. Franz Welser-Most offers a renewed interpretation and perspective on these groundbreaking works, rooted in a studied understanding of the composer's philosophy of politics and art. Following the Cleveland performances, The Prometheus Project will be presented on tour, May 24-28 at Vienna's Musikverein and June 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 at Tokyo's Suntory Hall. A complete calendar listing of Cleveland, Vienna, and Tokyo dates can be found at the end of this release.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Most announce further details of the The Prometheus Project festival. The festival will take place May 10-13 and May 17-19 at Severance Hall and is dedicated to the exploration of the music of Ludwig van Beethoven. Franz Welser-Most offers a renewed interpretation and perspective on these groundbreaking works, rooted in a studied understanding of the composer's philosophy of politics and art. Following the Cleveland performances, The Prometheus Project will be presented on tour, May 24-28 at Vienna's Musikverein and June 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 at Tokyo's Suntory Hall. A complete calendar listing of Cleveland, Vienna, and Tokyo dates can be found at the end of this release.
CPH Glitz Glam & Grooves with 2018 Benefit The Disco Ball
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
Cleveland Play House (CPH) is all about glitz, glam and groove at its Annual Benefit, The Disco Ball, on June 2, 2018 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square. Cleveland Play House is proud to announce KeyBank as the presenting sponsor of the event. Co-Chairs for the Benefit are Sally Stewart and Craig Buffie, and 2018 Centennial Star Award recipients Jean and Walter Kalberer will be honored.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
Cleveland Play House (CPH) is all about glitz, glam and groove at its Annual Benefit, The Disco Ball, on June 2, 2018 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square. Cleveland Play House is proud to announce KeyBank as the presenting sponsor of the event. Co-Chairs for the Benefit are Sally Stewart and Craig Buffie, and 2018 Centennial Star Award recipients Jean and Walter Kalberer will be honored.
CPT Announces Pandemonium 2018 Honoree and Theme
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to honor Rick Chiricosta (chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Medical Mutual of Ohio) with the 2018 PAN Award, recognizing all the accomplishments he and Medical Mutual have achieved in the Greater Cleveland community.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to honor Rick Chiricosta (chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Medical Mutual of Ohio) with the 2018 PAN Award, recognizing all the accomplishments he and Medical Mutual have achieved in the Greater Cleveland community.
Photo Flash: Cleveland Play House Packs Punch With THE ROYALE
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
Cleveland Play House (CPH) sets up the boxing ring and goes back to one of the biggest fighting events of the 20th Century with The Royale. Written by Emmy Award nominated TV writer, producer, and playwright, Marco Ramirezbrings forth a vocabulary in The Royale that expresses the narrative through physical motion and percussion. The Royale, sponsored in part by Robert Paul & Margaret Kennedy, will be performed in the Outcalt Theatre from May 5th - May 27th under the direction of CPH Associate Artistic Director Robert Barry Fleming.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
Cleveland Play House (CPH) sets up the boxing ring and goes back to one of the biggest fighting events of the 20th Century with The Royale. Written by Emmy Award nominated TV writer, producer, and playwright, Marco Ramirezbrings forth a vocabulary in The Royale that expresses the narrative through physical motion and percussion. The Royale, sponsored in part by Robert Paul & Margaret Kennedy, will be performed in the Outcalt Theatre from May 5th - May 27th under the direction of CPH Associate Artistic Director Robert Barry Fleming.
Blossom Picnic Contest Back For Its Second Year 7/15
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
The Cleveland Orchestra announces the second year of the Blossom Picnic Contest, to be held on July 15 on the evening of the concert Schumann's Spring Symphony. Have a flair for cooking, design, or hosting a fun party? Compete for prizes before the concert by showcasing your best picnic food and presentation! Judges will include local celebrities and members of The Cleveland Orchestra. This is your chance to meet the musicians. Registration is now open! To register, fill out the form at this link: http://bit.ly/blossompicnic2018.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
The Cleveland Orchestra announces the second year of the Blossom Picnic Contest, to be held on July 15 on the evening of the concert Schumann's Spring Symphony. Have a flair for cooking, design, or hosting a fun party? Compete for prizes before the concert by showcasing your best picnic food and presentation! Judges will include local celebrities and members of The Cleveland Orchestra. This is your chance to meet the musicians. Registration is now open! To register, fill out the form at this link: http://bit.ly/blossompicnic2018.
Cirque Du Soleil's CORTEO On Sale May 18th
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
Corteo, the latest Cirque du Soleil arena production, embarks on a new journey throughout North America. The show will visit Cleveland at Quicken Loans Arena, from November 15 to 18, 2018 for a limited run of six performances. This unique production, directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, first premiered in Montreal under the Big Top in April 2005. Since then, the show has been a great success and has amazed 8 million people in 64 cities in 19 countries on four continents.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
Corteo, the latest Cirque du Soleil arena production, embarks on a new journey throughout North America. The show will visit Cleveland at Quicken Loans Arena, from November 15 to 18, 2018 for a limited run of six performances. This unique production, directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, first premiered in Montreal under the Big Top in April 2005. Since then, the show has been a great success and has amazed 8 million people in 64 cities in 19 countries on four continents.
BWW Review: BEEHIVE Rocks Great Lakes Stage as it Tells a Tale of Change
by Roy Berko - May 07, 2018
Jukebox musicals contain a story, wrapped around a series of pre-written songs. Think 'Mama Mia,' 'Jersey Boys,' 'Buddy-The Buddy Holly Story,' 'On Your Feet,' and the present Broadway hit, 'Escape to Margaritaville.'
by Roy Berko - May 07, 2018
Jukebox musicals contain a story, wrapped around a series of pre-written songs. Think 'Mama Mia,' 'Jersey Boys,' 'Buddy-The Buddy Holly Story,' 'On Your Feet,' and the present Broadway hit, 'Escape to Margaritaville.'
Photo Flash: First Look at Great Lakes Theater's BEEHIVE – THE '60s MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2018
Great Lakes Theater (GLT), Cleveland's Classic Company, concludes its 2018-19 season with Off Broadway's groovy retro-hit revue, Beehive - The '60s Musical. The production will be performed in the company's intimate home at the Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square, May 4-20, 2018. Victoria Bussert directs. Beehive - The '60s Musical was created by Larry Gallagher.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2018
Great Lakes Theater (GLT), Cleveland's Classic Company, concludes its 2018-19 season with Off Broadway's groovy retro-hit revue, Beehive - The '60s Musical. The production will be performed in the company's intimate home at the Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square, May 4-20, 2018. Victoria Bussert directs. Beehive - The '60s Musical was created by Larry Gallagher.
VERB BALLETS Returns To DanceWorks 2018
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre presents Verb Ballets in, Fresh Inventions, at DanceWorks 2018 May 17-19, 2018 with vibrant performances that highlight bold artistry through the dancer's creative lens. Fresh Inventions is built on the talent of company members and provides the opportunity to tap into a new realm of artistic development by experiencing the choreographic side of creation. Verb Ballets presents premieres of new works by Verb Ballets' Associate Director, Richard Dickinson, MFA, company dancers Kate Webb, Michael Escovedo, Lieneke Matte and trainee, Jocelyn Magons.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre presents Verb Ballets in, Fresh Inventions, at DanceWorks 2018 May 17-19, 2018 with vibrant performances that highlight bold artistry through the dancer's creative lens. Fresh Inventions is built on the talent of company members and provides the opportunity to tap into a new realm of artistic development by experiencing the choreographic side of creation. Verb Ballets presents premieres of new works by Verb Ballets' Associate Director, Richard Dickinson, MFA, company dancers Kate Webb, Michael Escovedo, Lieneke Matte and trainee, Jocelyn Magons.
CPT To Receive Building Bridges Program Award Through The Doris Duke Foundation For Islamic Art
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to receive a Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Arts' Building Bridges 2017/2018 Grants Program award, alongside 14 US-based organizations working to strengthen relationships among Muslim and non-Muslim neighbors through arts and cultural projects.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to receive a Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Arts' Building Bridges 2017/2018 Grants Program award, alongside 14 US-based organizations working to strengthen relationships among Muslim and non-Muslim neighbors through arts and cultural projects.
Cleveland Public Theatre Presents STATION HOPE 2018- A Celebration of Hope, A Dialogue for Change
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to announce CPT's fifth annual Station Hope event on Saturday, May 5, from 6:30 - 10:00pm on the grounds of St. John's Episcopal Church, 2600 Church Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. Station Hope is a jubilant community event celebrating Cleveland's social justice heritage and exploring contemporary struggles for freedom and equity. Engage with over 250 artists and 50+ community and professional arts & culture organizations from across Northeast Ohio as they envision, interrogate, and seek out hope on the grounds of Cleveland's first authenticated Underground Railroad site, St. John's Episcopal Church. Audiences explore the historic properties while viewing works of theatre, music, storytelling, and dance inspired by the most important issues of our time. Station Hope is free, family-friendly, and open to all.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to announce CPT's fifth annual Station Hope event on Saturday, May 5, from 6:30 - 10:00pm on the grounds of St. John's Episcopal Church, 2600 Church Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. Station Hope is a jubilant community event celebrating Cleveland's social justice heritage and exploring contemporary struggles for freedom and equity. Engage with over 250 artists and 50+ community and professional arts & culture organizations from across Northeast Ohio as they envision, interrogate, and seek out hope on the grounds of Cleveland's first authenticated Underground Railroad site, St. John's Episcopal Church. Audiences explore the historic properties while viewing works of theatre, music, storytelling, and dance inspired by the most important issues of our time. Station Hope is free, family-friendly, and open to all.
Playhouse Square Announces Nominees For Third Annual Dazzle Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2018
With the aim of recognizing the importance of musical theater and arts education in Northeast Ohio high schools, Playhouse Square proudly hosts the Dazzle Awards presented by Patricia and John Chapman, affiliated with the Broadway League Foundation's National High School Musical Theatre Awards ("The Jimmy Awards").
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2018
With the aim of recognizing the importance of musical theater and arts education in Northeast Ohio high schools, Playhouse Square proudly hosts the Dazzle Awards presented by Patricia and John Chapman, affiliated with the Broadway League Foundation's National High School Musical Theatre Awards ("The Jimmy Awards").
BWW Review: BWU/Square's “Tick, Tick…Boom!' rocks and delights at The Helen
by Roy Berko - May 01, 2018
The story of Jonathan Larson's death before the first scheduled preview of the off-Broadway performance of his 'Rent' has become theater history.
by Roy Berko - May 01, 2018
The story of Jonathan Larson's death before the first scheduled preview of the off-Broadway performance of his 'Rent' has become theater history.
BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROL KING MUSICAL Returns to Playhouse Square June 5-17
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2018
Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing announce that the Tony & Grammy Award-winning Broadway hit Beautiful-The Carole King Musical, about the early life and career of the legendary and groundbreaking singer/songwriter, will return by popular demand to the Connor Palace at Playhouse Square for two weeks, June 5-17. Tickets are available now starting at $10.00.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2018
Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing announce that the Tony & Grammy Award-winning Broadway hit Beautiful-The Carole King Musical, about the early life and career of the legendary and groundbreaking singer/songwriter, will return by popular demand to the Connor Palace at Playhouse Square for two weeks, June 5-17. Tickets are available now starting at $10.00.
BWW Review: ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART TWO Continues Tony Kushner's Saga at Ensemble
by Roy Berko - April 29, 2018
Tony Kushner, the award winning author of 'Angels In America Parts One and Two,' says of his work, 'The question I am trying to ask is how broad is a community's embrace? How wide does it reach?'
by Roy Berko - April 29, 2018
Tony Kushner, the award winning author of 'Angels In America Parts One and Two,' says of his work, 'The question I am trying to ask is how broad is a community's embrace? How wide does it reach?'
Ensemble Concludes Its 38th Season With ANGELS IN AMERICA: PERESTROIKA
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2018
In the second part of Tony Kushner's epic, set in 1980's New York City, a gay man is abandoned by his lover when he contracts the AIDS virus, and a closeted Mormon lawyer's marriage to his pill-popping wife stalls. In the midst of the AIDS crisis and a conservative Reagan administration, New Yorkers grapple with life and death, love and sex, heaven and hell.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2018
In the second part of Tony Kushner's epic, set in 1980's New York City, a gay man is abandoned by his lover when he contracts the AIDS virus, and a closeted Mormon lawyer's marriage to his pill-popping wife stalls. In the midst of the AIDS crisis and a conservative Reagan administration, New Yorkers grapple with life and death, love and sex, heaven and hell.
IN THE BLOOD Opens At Convergence-Continuum, 5/18
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
Convergence-continuum presents IN THE BLOOD by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks. . In a modern riff on The Scarlet Letter, Hester La Negrita, a homeless mother of five, lives with her kids on the tough streets of the inner city. Her kids, played by adult actors, double as five other people in her life: ex-boyfriend, social worker, doctor, best friend and minister. While Hester's kids fill her life with joy (comical moments amid the harsh world of poverty) the adults only hold her down. Can anything stop the play's tragic end?
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
Convergence-continuum presents IN THE BLOOD by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks. . In a modern riff on The Scarlet Letter, Hester La Negrita, a homeless mother of five, lives with her kids on the tough streets of the inner city. Her kids, played by adult actors, double as five other people in her life: ex-boyfriend, social worker, doctor, best friend and minister. While Hester's kids fill her life with joy (comical moments amid the harsh world of poverty) the adults only hold her down. Can anything stop the play's tragic end?
CPT Presents Annual Contemporary Dance Series DANCEWORKS 2018
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan is proud to present DanceWorks 2018, an annual showcase of contemporary dance. DanceWorks 2018 features six companies from the Northeast Ohio region including local favorites Verb Ballets, MorrisonDance, Inlet Dance Theatre, Oberlin Dance Project, Marquez Dance Project, and Double-Edge Dance.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan is proud to present DanceWorks 2018, an annual showcase of contemporary dance. DanceWorks 2018 features six companies from the Northeast Ohio region including local favorites Verb Ballets, MorrisonDance, Inlet Dance Theatre, Oberlin Dance Project, Marquez Dance Project, and Double-Edge Dance.
2018 Star-Spangled Spectacular Celebrates 100 Years Of Community Support For The Cleveland Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2018
Today, The Cleveland Orchestra announced program details for the 29th annual, free community concert in downtown Cleveland, which will take place rain or shine on Friday, July 6 at 9:00 p.m. This year's Star-Spangled Spectacular brought to you by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture and sponsored by KeyBank will be held on the spacious Mall B, located at 300 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, between the Global Center for Health Innovation and Cleveland Public Auditorium. In addition to celebrating our nation's birthday, this year's concert celebrates The Cleveland Orchestra's 100th anniversary, concludes the Orchestra's special Around the Region Celebration, and thanks the Northeast Ohio community for a century of support.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2018
Today, The Cleveland Orchestra announced program details for the 29th annual, free community concert in downtown Cleveland, which will take place rain or shine on Friday, July 6 at 9:00 p.m. This year's Star-Spangled Spectacular brought to you by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture and sponsored by KeyBank will be held on the spacious Mall B, located at 300 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, between the Global Center for Health Innovation and Cleveland Public Auditorium. In addition to celebrating our nation's birthday, this year's concert celebrates The Cleveland Orchestra's 100th anniversary, concludes the Orchestra's special Around the Region Celebration, and thanks the Northeast Ohio community for a century of support.
Cleveland Orchestra and Baldwin Wallace University Announce Unique Residency Partnership for 2018-19
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2018
The Cleveland Orchestra and Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music have announced a special residency partnership for the 2018-19 season and academic year. This collaborative residency will provide educational opportunities for Baldwin Wallace music and arts administration students led by Cleveland Orchestra musicians, conductors, and administrative staff.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2018
The Cleveland Orchestra and Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music have announced a special residency partnership for the 2018-19 season and academic year. This collaborative residency will provide educational opportunities for Baldwin Wallace music and arts administration students led by Cleveland Orchestra musicians, conductors, and administrative staff.
Cleveland Public Theatre Selected To Receive Network Of Ensemble Theaters (NET) 2017/2018 Exchange Grant
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to receive a Network of Ensemble Theaters (NET) 2017/2018 Exchange Grant with sister theatre Mondo Bizarro (New Orleans, LA). NET/TEN Exchange Grants build on and deepen existing relationships through shared activity and peer-to-peer learning.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2018
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to receive a Network of Ensemble Theaters (NET) 2017/2018 Exchange Grant with sister theatre Mondo Bizarro (New Orleans, LA). NET/TEN Exchange Grants build on and deepen existing relationships through shared activity and peer-to-peer learning.
BWW Review: The Musical Theater Project and Jewish Federation put the spotlight on Israeli's 70thanniversary with “Milk and Honey”
by Roy Berko - April 24, 2018
Many know Cantor Kathy Wolfe Sebo as a superlative cantor. Few know, however, that she didn't start out to make the religious life her career.
by Roy Berko - April 24, 2018
Many know Cantor Kathy Wolfe Sebo as a superlative cantor. Few know, however, that she didn't start out to make the religious life her career.
BWW Feature: Cleveland Broadway Connections: BWU MUSICAL THEATRE SHOWCASES, ARACA, and More!
by Roy Berko - April 24, 2018
Several times a year I go to review some of what's on stage on Broadway. This year, I expanded the experience by accompanying the Baldwin Wallace University Musical Theatre program's fifteen seniors.
by Roy Berko - April 24, 2018
Several times a year I go to review some of what's on stage on Broadway. This year, I expanded the experience by accompanying the Baldwin Wallace University Musical Theatre program's fifteen seniors.
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