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Photo Flash: First Look at New Players' SCAPIN
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2012
Bill Irwin and Mark O'Donnell's SCAPIN, adapted from Molière and directed by Tim Browning is now playing at the New Players Theater through July 22. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production photos below.
CAPA Silent Film Screeing Offers Free Antique Car Show, 7/12 & 13
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2012
Today and Friday, July 12 and 13, CAPA will offer a nostalgic return to the late 1920s with the CAPA Summer Movie Series' premiere of silent film Robin Hood starring Douglas Fairbanks and a free antique car show.
Peabo Bryson to Perform With the Columbus Symphony, 7/21
by Kelsey Denette - July 10, 2012
Over the course of a career spanning more than 40 years, the two-time Grammy winner has amassed a fan base, critical acclaim, Gold albums, and an avalanche of awards. From ballads of sweet soul music such as "Feel the Fire" and "I'm So Into You" to the chart-topping hits such as "If Ever You're in My Arms Again" and "Can You Stop the Rain" to the Oscar-winning duet collaborations with Celine Dion ("Beauty and the Beast") and Regina Belle ("A Whole New World"), Bryson has proven himself the consummate vocal professional.
Columbus Jazz Musicians to be Inducted Into Lincoln Theatre Walk of Fame
by Kelsey Denette - July 06, 2012
Two Columbus jazz legends will take their place on the Lincoln Theatre Walk of Fame in an induction ceremony on Saturday, July 28, sponsored by the State Auto Insurance Companies. The ceremony is free and open to the public. Doors will open at 6:45pm, and the program will begin at 7pm.
Columbus Symphony's Popcorn Pops Concert Cancelled
by Kelsey Denette - July 05, 2012
Due to the extreme heat, the Columbus Symphony has cancelled Symph-o-ny-Doo-Dah, its Popcorn Pops concert for kids scheduled for Friday, July 6, in the interest of patron safety.
DISTANT WORLDS: MUSIC FROM FINAL FANTASTY Makes Its Columbus Debut 8/25
by Kelsey Denette - July 05, 2012
CAPA and Attila Glatz Concert Productions present 'Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy,' the international concert phenomenon featuring Nobuo Uematsu and Masashi Hamauzu's stirring music from the award-winning, role-playing video game, Final Fantasy.
Dennis Deyoung Joins the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, 7/14
by Kelsey Denette - July 03, 2012
Dennis DeYoung, former singer and songwriter of Chicago-based rock group Styx, will perform for one night only at the 2012 Nationwide Insurance Picnic with the Pops on July 14, at the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion at the Columbus Commons. DeYoung will perform with his five-piece band, guest Broadway vocalists, and and the Columbus Symphony in a unique, symphonic rock experience that combines the impact of a live orchestra with the edge of a rock band, bringing new power and feeling to such classics as "Lady," "Babe," "Come Sail Away," "Mr. Roboto," "Grand Illusion," "Lorelei," "Suite Madame Blue," "Rockin' the Paradise," "Don't Let It End," plus many more including solo works and new music.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, 6/28-7/29
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2012
Actors' Theatre of Columbus tackles The Merchant of Venice as its mid-summer offering in order to let audiences decide Shakespeare's intent for Shylock themselves. John S. Kuhn, Artistic Director of Actors' Theatre, who is also playing the role of Shylock, promises a nuanced performance from all of the actors in this production, which runs June 28 through July 29.
CAPA Silent Film Screeing to Offer Free Antique Car Show, 7/12 & 13
by Kelsey Denette - June 26, 2012
On Thursday and Friday, July 12 and 13, CAPA will offer a nostalgic return to the late 1920s with the CAPA Summer Movie Series' premiere of silent film Robin Hood starring Douglas Fairbanks and a free antique car show.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, 6/28-7/29
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2012
Actors' Theatre of Columbus tackles The Merchant of Venice as its mid-summer offering in order to let audiences decide Shakespeare's intent for Shylock themselves. John S. Kuhn, Artistic Director of Actors' Theatre, who is also playing the role of Shylock, promises a nuanced performance from all of the actors in this production, which runs June 28 through July 29.
BWW Reviews: Idina Menzel Makes Stunning Columbus Debut
by Lisa Norris - June 24, 2012
Idina Menzel marked her Columbus debut last night, with the Columbus Symphony's Picnic with the Pop's series at the new Bicentennial Pavilion. Opening to a crowd of over 7,000 people on a perfect summer night.
Photo Flash: First Look at Weathervane's LEADING LADIES!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2012
Weathervane Playhouse and Newark Metropolitan Hotel present Ken Ludwig's LEADING LADIES, now playing through June 23rd. We have a first look at the production photos below!
Fright Nite Friday with Fritz Set for 7/6
by Kelsey Denette - June 20, 2012
Local TV and radio legend Fritz the Nite Owl will host this year's "Fright Nite Friday" double feature at the CAPA Summer Movie Series. Patrons will have the chance to meet Fritz in the Ohio Theatre lobby for photos and autographs. He'll also introduce both films-Dracula's Daughter (1936) and Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943)-as they make their Series premiere.
Columbus Symphony to Perform THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN, 7/7
by Kelsey Denette - June 18, 2012
The Columbus Symphony will perform The Music of Led Zeppelin at the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion on July 7.
Bill Maher Comes to Columbus Tonight, 6/16
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2012
For 20 years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television. First on "Politically Incorrect" (Comedy Central, ABC), and for the last 10 years on "Real Time" (HBO), Maher's combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him 27 Emmy nominations.
Buddy Valastro's THE CAKE BOSS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour Set for Columbus 12/4
by James T Harding - June 11, 2012
Celebrate the holidays with Buddy Valastro, star of TLC's "Cake Boss" and America's favorite baker, when he brings a special live holiday show for the entire family to the Palace Theatre on December 4. Sharing the holiday traditions and stories from his family at Carlo's Bakery, Buddy presents an all-new show full of holiday spirit and jingle bell rock. Demonstrating the techniques that have made him the most famous cake artist in the country, Buddy will share behind-the-scenes stories from his hit TV show, answer audience questions, and will bring several lucky members of the audience on stage for cupcake and cake decorating. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 15, at 10am.
Idina Menzel to Perform Live with the Columbus Symphony, 6/23
by Kelsey Denette - June 07, 2012
Tony Award-winning actress, singer, and songwriter Idina Menzel, star of Broadway's Wicked and the original stage production of Rent, will perform her brand new live show with the Columbus Symphony on Saturday, June 23, as part of the 2012 Nationwide Insurance Picnic with the Pops season.
BWW Review: MEMPHIS ‘Tears Down the House’ at the Ohio Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - June 01, 2012
"Everyone want[ed] to be black" on Tuesday Night at the Ohio Theatre as MEMPHIS came to town and literally tore down the house. From its onset, MEMPHIS was clearly a liberating celebration in every sense of the word. Its jumping and jiving, soulful, high energy rock-n-roll, powerful singing, and endearing story take you on a nonstop whirlwind from start to finish.
MEMPHIS Comes to Columbus, Opening 5/29
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2012
MEMPHIS, the 2010 Tony® Award-winner for Best Musical, opens at the Ohio Theatre on May 29 for a limited engagement.
Shadowbox Live Presents BACK TO THE GARDEN Tonight, 5/27
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2012
Shadowbox Live's original musical documentary about the Woodstock Festival, Back to the Garden was the troupe's most popular musical to date. It was extended multiple times, running for an entire year.
Charline von Heyl, Matt PorterField et al. Receive 2012-13 Wex Artist Residency Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2012
The Wexner Center has announced the 2012-13 Artist Residency Awards recipients: in visual arts, painter Charline von Heyl; in film, Matt Porterfield; and in performing arts, two ensemble groups-Bebe Miller Company and Palissimo, both dance theater companies. Check out a video about the residency program here.
Picnic with the Pops to Kick Off 6/15 With Three Dog Night
by Kelsey Denette - May 24, 2012
On June 15, the Columbus Symphony launches the 29th season of the Nationwide Insurance Picnic with the Pops in its new downtown home at the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion in the Columbus Commons.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents ROBIN HOOD, Now thru 6/24
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2012
Actors' Theatre of Columbus will begin their 31st season with an exciting swashbuckling world premiere of Robin Hood in German Village's Schiller Park. The park will be transformed into Sherwood Forest beginning tonight, May 24th.
Actors' Theatre Hosts Tent Dinner Before Premiere of ROBIN HOOD Tonight, 5/24
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2012
Actors' Theatre of Columbus will be transforming German Village's Schiller Park into Sherwood Forest for its Annual Tent Dinner this evening, May 24th. In the offing is the world premiere of Robin Hood, of English folklore fame, which was written for Actors' Theatre by local playwright Philip J. Hickman.
Shadowbox Live to Present BACK TO THE GARDEN, 5/27
by Kelsey Denette - May 21, 2012
Shadowbox Live's original musical documentary about the Woodstock Festival, Back to the Garden was the troupe's most popular musical to date. It was extended multiple times, running for an entire year.

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