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MAMMA MIA! to Play Columbus's Palace Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2015
Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Palace Theatre March 3-8.
MAMMA MIA! National Tour to Play Palace Theatre, 3/3-8
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2015
Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Palace Theatre March 3-8. Inspired by the storytelling magic of ABBA's songs from "Dancing Queen" and "S.O.S." to "Money, Money, Money" and "Take a Chance on Me," MAMMA MIA! is a celebration of mothers and daughters, old friends, and new family found.
BWW Reviews: ANYTHING GOES a First-Rate Production at the Ohio Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - February 04, 2015
Cole Porter's classic musical comedy, ANYTHING GOES, sailed into the Ohio Theatre during its revival tour, transporting us to a 'De-Lovely' time of legendary Broadway standards such as 'I Get a Kick Out of You', 'You're the Top', 'It's De-Lovely', 'Blow, Gabriel, Blow', and of course, 'Anything Goes'.
The Acting Company to Bring MACBETH to the Southern, 3/11
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2015
The Acting Company's sleek, accessible, and characteristically bloody production of Shakespeare's Macbeth is the perfect production for first timers as well as Shakespeare buffs.
ANYTHING GOES National Tour Comes to the Ohio Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2015
The national tour of ANYTHING GOES, the new Broadway revival of Cole Porter's timeless classic musical theatre masterpiece, will make its Columbus premiere tonight, February 3-8 as part of the PNC Broadway in Columbus Series.
Lincoln Theatre Offers Free Artist Production Development Workshop Today
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2015
Through the generous support of KeyBank, the Lincoln Theatre will host a free, one-day informational workshop today, January 31, for local artists, arts organizations, and individuals interested in developing their performing arts product for the stage.
Columbus Children's Theatre to Present HEALERS IN THE FOREST, 2/12-22
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2015
Columbus Children's Theatre presents the regional premiere of Healers in The Forest, February 12th-22nd, at Columbus Children's Theatre located at 512 Park Street.
BWW Interviews: Flores Finds Common Thread with ANYTHING GOES Character
by Paul Batterson - January 28, 2015
The more he plays Luke, the Chinese convert and reformed gambler in the musical ANYTHING GOES, the more Roy Flores discovers how much he and his character have in common.
Standing Room Only Theatre Company to Present HAIR, 3/6-15
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2015
Standing Room Only Theatre Company staged in the Van Fleet Theatre, Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215.
BWW Reviews: CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE Brings Magic to Columbus Stage
by Amanda Etchison - January 26, 2015
The Ohio Theatre's gilded halls were transformed into a dazzling display of majesty and mystery in Columbus Symphony's performance of 'Cirque de la Symphonie' on Saturday, Jan. 24.
Columbus Symphony Orchestra Performs CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2015
Cirque de la Symphonie is a unique and elegant fusion of cirque and orchestra, adapting the stunning artistry of cirque with the majesty of a full symphony orchestra. Conducted by Stuart Chafetz, the program will feature works from the world's greatest composers while showcasing some of the most accomplished veterans of exceptional cirque programs from across the globe, including aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers, and strongmen.
BWW Reviews: Short North Stage Shoots, Scores With THE GREAT ONE
by Paul Batterson - January 22, 2015
The audience for the Jan. 21 premiere of THE GREAT ONE looked decidedly different than most of the opening night spectators at the Short North Stage. About 40 percent of the viewers for the one-act musical, written by Scott Hunt and J.J. Tiemeyer, came to the downtown theater donning hockey sweaters and sweatshirts and even broke into a chant of 'Let's Go Jackets' before the beginning of the play.
BWW Interviews: Columbus Immersive Theater Heats Up with PSYCHO BEACH PARTY
by Amanda Etchison - January 20, 2015
With lazily leaning palm trees, fluffy beach towels and sunbathing teenagers in 1960s-era bikinis, the frigid stage of Columbus' Garden Theater is transformed into the sun-kissed surf and sand of a Malibu beach town in Charles Busch's "Psycho Beach Party."
BWW Blog: CCT Celebrates the Success of INTO THE WOODS JR at the Junior Theatre Festival
by BWW Special Coverage - January 18, 2015
Perfect. Exhilarating. Incredible. Unbelievable. These are just a few of the one-word descriptions the young actors in Columbus Children's Theatre's (CCT) Summer Youth Performance Conservatory used to describe their feelings after yesterday's adjudicated performance of Into the Woods Jr. at the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, Georgia. Another word was "sad." Sad that the adjudication was the final time this group would perform together.
Photo Coverage and Blog: Director Ryan Scarlata Shares JTF By the Numbers
by BWW Special Coverage - January 17, 2015
On behalf of Columbus Children's Theatre (CCT), I must say we are so excited to return to the Junior Theatre Festival (JTF)this year. The festivities officially begin at 8:15am Saturday morning, but I thought I would share some interesting CCT and JTF facts - by numbers!!
BWW Blog: CCT Goes INTO THE WOODS at JTF - Kids' Perspectives
by BWW Special Coverage - January 17, 2015
During our free time this morning, we were walking by the main stage area where the doors were closed and the security was tight. We could hear the roar of Lion King music and voices rehearsing inside. Although they wouldn't let us in, we stood outside in awe for a moment. As we walked away, we spotted a door around the corner that was cracked open. I took four JTF students inside. We sat in the back row - probably 100 rows from the stage and just watched these incredibly talented children sing thier hearts out.
Lincoln Theatre to Offer Free Artist Production Development Workshop, 1/31
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2015
Through the generous support of KeyBank, the Lincoln Theatre will host a free, one-day informational workshop on Saturday, January 31, for local artists, arts organizations, and individuals interested in developing their performing arts product for the stage.
SPANK! THE FIFTY SHADES PARODY to Play Southern Theatre, 2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2015
This whip-smart comedy takes on the naughty fun of the best-selling book and highly-anticipated movie and brings it to outrageous life with musical numbers, steamy performances highlighting the famous hunk and his grey tie, and lots of hilarious surprises. The performance will offer pre-show cocktails, as well as the opportunity to take photos with the star himself. It's a riotous night of fun that will leave your inner goddess breathless.
BWW Reviews: NEWSIES Delivers Another Win for the Buckeye State
by Christina Mancuso - January 14, 2015
Fresh off a National Championship victory, Buckeye fans celebrated at the Ohio Theatre with the rousing, energetic cast of Disney's NEWSIES.
ANYTHING GOES National Tour Coming to Ohio Theatre, 2/3-8
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2015
The national tour of ANYTHING GOES, the new Broadway revival of Cole Porter's timeless classic musical theatre masterpiece, will make its Columbus premiere February 3-8 as part of the PNC Broadway in Columbus Series.
2014 BroadwayWorld Columbus Winners Announced - Jenna Lee Shively, Mark Mann, Matt Slaybaugh & More!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 12, 2015
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 60 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2014 Columbus winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
Imagine Productions Presents DREAMGIRLS, Running 2/20-3/8
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2015
Imagine Productions of Columbus will present Dreamgirls, Book and Lyrics by Tom Eyer, Music by Henry Krieger, Original Broadway Production Directed and Choreographed by Michael Bennett, Produced on Broadway by Michael Bennett, Robert Avian, Geffen Records and The Shubert Organization from February 20 - March 8, 2015 at Wall Street Night Club. Directed by James Blackmon.
AMERICAN IDIOT Opens 2/12 at Shadowbox Live
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2015
Shadowbox Live has announced their next musical production, Green Day's American Idiot, opening February 12th at the Shadowbox Live Building at 503 S. Front Street!
Photo Flash: Happy 80th Birthday, Elvis! ELVIS LIVES to Hit the Palace Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2015
Featuring winners from Elvis Presley Enterprises' annual, worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, the national hit theatrical Elvis Lives is an unforgettable multi-media and live musical journey across Elvis' life. The three Elvis tribute artists, each representing Elvis during different stages in his career, will be joined by a live band, back-up singers and dancers, an Ann-Margret tribute artist, and a display of iconic imagery made available from the Graceland archives. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the show!
CCT's Summer Youth Performance Conservatory Presents Its Student Showcase, 1/10 - Proceeds Support the Jr. Theatre Festival in Atlanta
by Christina Mancuso - January 08, 2015
Columbus Children's Theatre's 2014 Summer Youth Performance Conservatory presents its Student Showcase on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 7:30pm at the McConnell Arts Center, 777 Evening Street, Worthington, Ohio.

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