Cleveland Orchestra presents 38th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Concert This January
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
The Cleveland Orchestra's 38th annual free concert in celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. takes place at Severance Hall on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. conducted by Music Director Franz Welser-M st. The concert is free, however tickets are required. Information on how to request tickets is included below. This concert is sponsored by KeyBank and supported by a grant from the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
The Cleveland Orchestra's 38th annual free concert in celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. takes place at Severance Hall on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. conducted by Music Director Franz Welser-M st. The concert is free, however tickets are required. Information on how to request tickets is included below. This concert is sponsored by KeyBank and supported by a grant from the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation.
BWW Review: URINETOWN, Bad Title, Fun Show, Flushed With Success @ Blank Canvas
by Roy Berko - December 06, 2017
'Urinetown: The Musical' opened on Broadway in 2001, but its path from lyricist Greg Kotis traveling Europe, encountering a pay toilet, getting an idea for a story, joining with Mark Hollman, writing the lyrics together, Hollman writing the music, previewing the show at the New York's Fringe Festival, and getting it on Broadway, was filled with pitfalls. Mainly, producers were turned off by the title.
by Roy Berko - December 06, 2017
'Urinetown: The Musical' opened on Broadway in 2001, but its path from lyricist Greg Kotis traveling Europe, encountering a pay toilet, getting an idea for a story, joining with Mark Hollman, writing the lyrics together, Hollman writing the music, previewing the show at the New York's Fringe Festival, and getting it on Broadway, was filled with pitfalls. Mainly, producers were turned off by the title.
BWW Review: “THE LITTLE MERMAID” Goes Under The Sea Again at the Beck Center
by Roy Berko - December 04, 2017
Yes, Beck Center has decided to recycle 'The Little Mermaid,' last year's holiday production so that more children of all ages can follow Ariel, the daughter of King Triton, the master of the sea, in her search for 'a world in which I feel truly realized on my own terms.'
by Roy Berko - December 04, 2017
Yes, Beck Center has decided to recycle 'The Little Mermaid,' last year's holiday production so that more children of all ages can follow Ariel, the daughter of King Triton, the master of the sea, in her search for 'a world in which I feel truly realized on my own terms.'
BWW Review: “The game's afoot” as “The Baker Street Irregulars” snoop @ Dobama
by Roy Berko - December 03, 2017
In October of 1978 Will Eisner published 'A Contract with God and Other Tenement Stories.' The fictional tale ushered in a new venue, the graphic novel, using the drawing media to tell tales.
by Roy Berko - December 03, 2017
In October of 1978 Will Eisner published 'A Contract with God and Other Tenement Stories.' The fictional tale ushered in a new venue, the graphic novel, using the drawing media to tell tales.
Photo Flash: First Look - Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Makes a Splash at Beck Center
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Join us under the sea again for Beck Center's critically acclaimed production of The Little Mermaid. Last year, this production was winner of Cleveland Critics Circle 2016 Theater Awards for Best Musical Direction, Best Projection Design, and the Rising Star Award, and recognized for Best Musical Production, Best Lighting Design, and Best Choreographer. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Join us under the sea again for Beck Center's critically acclaimed production of The Little Mermaid. Last year, this production was winner of Cleveland Critics Circle 2016 Theater Awards for Best Musical Direction, Best Projection Design, and the Rising Star Award, and recognized for Best Musical Production, Best Lighting Design, and Best Choreographer. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards; CAMEO's Next to Normal Leads Best Musical!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
THE CHASTE GENIUS AND HIS DEATHRAY GUN Coming to convergence-continuum
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Convergence-continuum presents the world premiere of THE CHASTE GENIUS AND HIS DEATHRAY GUN by Cleveland playwright Christopher Johnston.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Convergence-continuum presents the world premiere of THE CHASTE GENIUS AND HIS DEATHRAY GUN by Cleveland playwright Christopher Johnston.
Canton Museum of Art Calls for International Mail Art for World Fair Event
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
'What do you love about where you live?' This is the prompt from Canton Museum of Art's (CMA) latest community mail art project which celebrates different cultures and traditions from around the world.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
'What do you love about where you live?' This is the prompt from Canton Museum of Art's (CMA) latest community mail art project which celebrates different cultures and traditions from around the world.
Photo Flash: A Bawdy, Boozy, Over-the-Top First Look at THE LOUSH SISTERS Holiday Show at CPT
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the return of The Loush Sisters - a martini-loving, naughty-but-nice-comedic duo - in their latest original show, The Loush Sisters get HARD for the Holidays (Yippie-Kai-Yay Mother-Loushers). The production is onstage now through December 17 at CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the return of The Loush Sisters - a martini-loving, naughty-but-nice-comedic duo - in their latest original show, The Loush Sisters get HARD for the Holidays (Yippie-Kai-Yay Mother-Loushers). The production is onstage now through December 17 at CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
17th Annual ELVIS BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE Announced
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
In 1953 a young Parker Machinist Shop worker wandered into Memphis Recording Service and paid $3.98 to record two songs as a belated birthday gift for his mother. Two years later the entire country would be buying his recordings, and Elvis Presley's $3.98 original recording would come to be worth thousands.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
In 1953 a young Parker Machinist Shop worker wandered into Memphis Recording Service and paid $3.98 to record two songs as a belated birthday gift for his mother. Two years later the entire country would be buying his recordings, and Elvis Presley's $3.98 original recording would come to be worth thousands.
Cleveland Pops Orchestra Announces New Year's Eve Celebration
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
The Cleveland POPS Orchestra with Carl Topilow will welcome 2018 with their 22th annual celebration at Severance Hall. The two-hour concert starts at 9:00 p.m. and consists of an exciting and wildly popular evening of Rock-and-Roll classics performed by singing sensation Connor Bogart O'Brien. The vocal artist, has performed all over the world on cruise ships and with numerous symphony orchestras. His popularity and reputation is growing among Northeast Ohio concert goers. O'Brien has been featured with Cleveland POPS in numerous shows from Severance Hall and PlayhouseSquare to Lakeside Chautauqua and venues throughout the Northeast Ohio region..
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
The Cleveland POPS Orchestra with Carl Topilow will welcome 2018 with their 22th annual celebration at Severance Hall. The two-hour concert starts at 9:00 p.m. and consists of an exciting and wildly popular evening of Rock-and-Roll classics performed by singing sensation Connor Bogart O'Brien. The vocal artist, has performed all over the world on cruise ships and with numerous symphony orchestras. His popularity and reputation is growing among Northeast Ohio concert goers. O'Brien has been featured with Cleveland POPS in numerous shows from Severance Hall and PlayhouseSquare to Lakeside Chautauqua and venues throughout the Northeast Ohio region..
Fred Willard to Join the 10th Annual CLEVELAND COMEDY FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Playhouse Square will again play host to 18 comedy performances during the annual CLEVELAND COMEDY FESTIVAL Nov. 29 Dec. 3 this year celebrating the Festival's 10th anniversary. Playhouse Square's Outcalt Theatre and Kennedy's will be the sites for the events, featuring comedians from all across the U.S. Events include: a variety of performances as well as free comedy happy hour; a comedy class graduation performance; comedy contest finals and the Festival feature presentation, An Evening with Fred Willard.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Playhouse Square will again play host to 18 comedy performances during the annual CLEVELAND COMEDY FESTIVAL Nov. 29 Dec. 3 this year celebrating the Festival's 10th anniversary. Playhouse Square's Outcalt Theatre and Kennedy's will be the sites for the events, featuring comedians from all across the U.S. Events include: a variety of performances as well as free comedy happy hour; a comedy class graduation performance; comedy contest finals and the Festival feature presentation, An Evening with Fred Willard.
Ensemble Theatre Opens THE LITTLE PRINCE on Friday!
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
This play (with music) tells the story of a world-weary and disenchanted Aviator whose sputtering plane strands him in the Sahara Desert and a mysterious, regal 'little man' who appears and asks him to 'Please, sir, draw me a sheep.' During their two weeks together in the desert, the Little Prince tells the Aviator about his adventures through the galaxy, how he met the Lamplighter and the Businessman and the Geographer, and about his strained relationship with a very special flower on his own tiny planet.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
This play (with music) tells the story of a world-weary and disenchanted Aviator whose sputtering plane strands him in the Sahara Desert and a mysterious, regal 'little man' who appears and asks him to 'Please, sir, draw me a sheep.' During their two weeks together in the desert, the Little Prince tells the Aviator about his adventures through the galaxy, how he met the Lamplighter and the Businessman and the Geographer, and about his strained relationship with a very special flower on his own tiny planet.
Beck Center for the Arts Warms Winter Hearts
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
The holiday season can be stressful for many, but it's a time that should be filled with family and fun. Beck Center has created a great lineup of events to warm winter hearts with the arts! From magical theater and dance performances on tour, to an exhibition tradition and original youth theater, there's sure to be something memorable for people of all ages this holiday season.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
The holiday season can be stressful for many, but it's a time that should be filled with family and fun. Beck Center has created a great lineup of events to warm winter hearts with the arts! From magical theater and dance performances on tour, to an exhibition tradition and original youth theater, there's sure to be something memorable for people of all ages this holiday season.
Miche Braden and Chaz Hodges to Star in MARIE AND ROSETTA at Cleveland Play House
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
Cleveland Play House (CPH) has announced the triumphant return of Miche Braden to CPH, where she will star as Sister Rosetta Tharpe alongside CPH newcomer Chaz Hodges as Marie Knight in the Atlantic Theater production of Marie and Rosetta.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2017
Cleveland Play House (CPH) has announced the triumphant return of Miche Braden to CPH, where she will star as Sister Rosetta Tharpe alongside CPH newcomer Chaz Hodges as Marie Knight in the Atlantic Theater production of Marie and Rosetta.
On Sale Today - MEN ARE FROM MARS/WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS at Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
The Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus LIVE!, is a one-man fusion of theater and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom. This show returns to Playhouse Square's Hanna Theatre Fri., Feb. 2 at 8 pm & Sat., Feb. 3 at 4 & 8 pm. Tickets go on sale today at 11 am at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 & the Ticket Office, priced at $59.. For more information, visit playhousesquare.org.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
The Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus LIVE!, is a one-man fusion of theater and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom. This show returns to Playhouse Square's Hanna Theatre Fri., Feb. 2 at 8 pm & Sat., Feb. 3 at 4 & 8 pm. Tickets go on sale today at 11 am at playhousesquare.org, 216-241-6000 & the Ticket Office, priced at $59.. For more information, visit playhousesquare.org.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to Playhouse Square for 29th Year
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2017
The stage of the Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square will glow with good spirits and time-honored tradition when Great Lakes Theater (GLT) presents its twenty-ninth annual production of Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol, running November 25 - December 23, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2017
The stage of the Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square will glow with good spirits and time-honored tradition when Great Lakes Theater (GLT) presents its twenty-ninth annual production of Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol, running November 25 - December 23, 2017.
Joe Bonamassa to Take the Stage at Playhouse Square This Fall
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2017
Joe Bonamassa, the two-time GRAMMY-nominated blues-rock guitar icon comes to Playhouse Square in support of his latest studio album, Blues of Desperation (J&R Adventures). Tickets for the Playhouse Square presentation on November 25 are $179, $149, $125, $99 and $89.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2017
Joe Bonamassa, the two-time GRAMMY-nominated blues-rock guitar icon comes to Playhouse Square in support of his latest studio album, Blues of Desperation (J&R Adventures). Tickets for the Playhouse Square presentation on November 25 are $179, $149, $125, $99 and $89.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards; CAMEO's NEXT TO NORMAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
A CHRISTMAS STORY to Return to Cleveland Play House for the Holidays
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2017
Everyone's favorite characters from Cleveland Street are back for their 10th production with Cleveland Play House (CPH) during the 2017 holiday season.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2017
Everyone's favorite characters from Cleveland Street are back for their 10th production with Cleveland Play House (CPH) during the 2017 holiday season.
Jim Brickman Celebrates 20 Years of Christmas Concerts at the Southern
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2017
Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman brings the songs and sounds of the season to Columbus as part of his 2017 holiday tour, A Joyful Noise.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2017
Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman brings the songs and sounds of the season to Columbus as part of his 2017 holiday tour, A Joyful Noise.
Cleveland Play House FESTIVAL OF TREES Returns
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2017
Cleveland Play House (CPH) is bringing back a holiday favorite this year with Festival of Trees - All Spruced Up! and a new Wreath Raffle. Special thanks to presenting sponsor Dominion Energy, the Allen Theatre lobbies will shine brightly once more with spectacular trees masterfully decorated by local designers. This family-friendly event is free, open to the public, and sure to provide amusement for all.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2017
Cleveland Play House (CPH) is bringing back a holiday favorite this year with Festival of Trees - All Spruced Up! and a new Wreath Raffle. Special thanks to presenting sponsor Dominion Energy, the Allen Theatre lobbies will shine brightly once more with spectacular trees masterfully decorated by local designers. This family-friendly event is free, open to the public, and sure to provide amusement for all.
Cleveland's Very Own Variety Circus Theatre Filled with Professional Misbehavers WIZBANG!
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to present Pinch and Squeal's WIZBANG!, originated by Jason and Danielle Tilk, featuring multiple acts performed by world-class variety performers, onstage December 8 and 9, 2017, in CPT's James Levin Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2017
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to present Pinch and Squeal's WIZBANG!, originated by Jason and Danielle Tilk, featuring multiple acts performed by world-class variety performers, onstage December 8 and 9, 2017, in CPT's James Levin Theatre.
BWW Review: O'Neill's THE HAIRY APE opens Ensemble's 28th season
by Roy Berko - November 20, 2017
Ensemble Theatre is opening its 28th season, entitled 'We the People,' with O'Neill's 'The Hairy Ape.' The script fits into the theatre's selection of plays that 'celebrates the diversity and dynamics of the population that makes up this 'great nation' while also speaking to the challenges we still face in 2017!'
by Roy Berko - November 20, 2017
Ensemble Theatre is opening its 28th season, entitled 'We the People,' with O'Neill's 'The Hairy Ape.' The script fits into the theatre's selection of plays that 'celebrates the diversity and dynamics of the population that makes up this 'great nation' while also speaking to the challenges we still face in 2017!'
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards; CAMEO's NEXT TO NORMAL Leads as Best Musical!
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
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