BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Starring Toledo Native Sara Sheperd Plays the Palace in March
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
The North American tour will welcome Toledo native Sara Sheperd (Carole King), James D. Gish (Gerry Goffin), Sara King (Cynthia Weil), Ryan Farnsworth (Barry Mann), Matt Loehr (Don Kirshner), and Rachel Coloff (Genie Klein) to the company.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2022
The North American tour will welcome Toledo native Sara Sheperd (Carole King), James D. Gish (Gerry Goffin), Sara King (Cynthia Weil), Ryan Farnsworth (Barry Mann), Matt Loehr (Don Kirshner), and Rachel Coloff (Genie Klein) to the company.
Todd Snider Plays The Davidson Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
Musicians don't often reinvent their sound 18 albums into a celebrated career, but Todd Snider's 2021 release, First Agnostic Church of Hope and Wonder, is an arrival after years of searching. This Americana singer/songwriter incorporates elements of folk, rock, blues, alternative country, and even funk into his signature, award-winning sound.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2022
Musicians don't often reinvent their sound 18 albums into a celebrated career, but Todd Snider's 2021 release, First Agnostic Church of Hope and Wonder, is an arrival after years of searching. This Americana singer/songwriter incorporates elements of folk, rock, blues, alternative country, and even funk into his signature, award-winning sound.
SCOTT BRADLEE'S POSTMODERN JUKEBOX Comes to the Southern Theatre in March
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox, the time-twisting musical collective known for putting “pop music in a time machine,” is set to make the '20s roar again with The Grand Reopening Tour, performing some of modern music's biggest hits in the classic styles of bygone eras. Bradlee's generation-spanning arrangements are brought to life by an ensemble of multi-talented singers and musicians, making for one of the most thrilling live music experiences of this or any other time period.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox, the time-twisting musical collective known for putting “pop music in a time machine,” is set to make the '20s roar again with The Grand Reopening Tour, performing some of modern music's biggest hits in the classic styles of bygone eras. Bradlee's generation-spanning arrangements are brought to life by an ensemble of multi-talented singers and musicians, making for one of the most thrilling live music experiences of this or any other time period.
Lincoln Theatre To Receive $100,000 Grant From The National Endowment For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2022
---The Lincoln Theatre has been approved to receive an American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic. The Lincoln is recommended to receive $100,000 to support pandemic recovery efforts, and will use these funds to assist with costs for safety and health equipment, utilities, artist fees, and marketing and promotional costs that encourage attendance and participation. In total, the NEA will award grants totaling $57,750,000 to 567 arts organizations in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and Washington, DC.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2022
---The Lincoln Theatre has been approved to receive an American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic. The Lincoln is recommended to receive $100,000 to support pandemic recovery efforts, and will use these funds to assist with costs for safety and health equipment, utilities, artist fees, and marketing and promotional costs that encourage attendance and participation. In total, the NEA will award grants totaling $57,750,000 to 567 arts organizations in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and Washington, DC.
Audra Mcdonald To Play The Mccoy Center In February
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2022
Audra McDonald has been awarded a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards, and an Emmy, receiving a National Medal of Arts and named one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people in 2015. A Juilliard-trained soprano, McDonald maintains a major career as a Grammy-winning recording and concert artist.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2022
Audra McDonald has been awarded a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards, and an Emmy, receiving a National Medal of Arts and named one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people in 2015. A Juilliard-trained soprano, McDonald maintains a major career as a Grammy-winning recording and concert artist.
The Columbus Symphony Welcomes the Return of Cellist Pablo Ferrández at the Ohio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2022
Music Director Rossen Milanov and the Columbus Symphony welcome back International Tchaikovsky Competition prizewinner Pablo Ferrández to interpret Dvořák’s famous cello concerto. The program will also include Bartók’s brilliant Concerto for Orchestra and Adolphus Hailstork’s joyous “Fanfare on Amazing Grace,” displaying the virtuosity of Columbus Symphony’s musicians.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2022
Music Director Rossen Milanov and the Columbus Symphony welcome back International Tchaikovsky Competition prizewinner Pablo Ferrández to interpret Dvořák’s famous cello concerto. The program will also include Bartók’s brilliant Concerto for Orchestra and Adolphus Hailstork’s joyous “Fanfare on Amazing Grace,” displaying the virtuosity of Columbus Symphony’s musicians.
Tickets Now On Sale For The 2022 CAPA MARQUEE AWARDS at The Ohio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2022
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) today announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2022 CAPA Marquee Awards presented by American Electric Power Foundation. This in-person event at the Ohio Theatre on Tuesday, May 10, is the culmination of CAPA's year-long, educational program designed to celebrate, support, and advocate for high school musical theatre education throughout central Ohio.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2022
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) today announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2022 CAPA Marquee Awards presented by American Electric Power Foundation. This in-person event at the Ohio Theatre on Tuesday, May 10, is the culmination of CAPA's year-long, educational program designed to celebrate, support, and advocate for high school musical theatre education throughout central Ohio.
BWW Review: BWW REVIEWS: ALTAR BOYZ at Garden Theater
by Paul Batterson - January 24, 2022
Director/choreographer Dionysia Williams describes the 90-minute musical as a “perfect love letter to the late 1990s/early 2000 boy bands”
by Paul Batterson - January 24, 2022
Director/choreographer Dionysia Williams describes the 90-minute musical as a “perfect love letter to the late 1990s/early 2000 boy bands”
Guest Conductor and Pianist William Eddins Will Lead the Columbus Symphony in GERSHWIN'S RHAPSODY IN BLUE
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2022
Guest conductor William Eddins leads the Columbus Symphony in an exciting program he curated himself, performing as both conductor and piano soloist in Gershwin's ever-popular Rhapsody in Blue and Beethoven's triumphant Symphony No. 5. The program also includes Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson's Sinfonietta No. 1.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2022
Guest conductor William Eddins leads the Columbus Symphony in an exciting program he curated himself, performing as both conductor and piano soloist in Gershwin's ever-popular Rhapsody in Blue and Beethoven's triumphant Symphony No. 5. The program also includes Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson's Sinfonietta No. 1.
Photos: Inside Short North Stage's ALTAR BOYZ VIP OPENING NIGHT GALA
by Jerri Shafer - January 22, 2022
Boy Band heaven arrives at Short North Stage on January 20th! The Altar Boyz is full of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular dancing, and irreverent humor. This spoof about a heavenly guy-group is adored by audiences and critics alike. After a hit Off- Broadway run and cult following all over the country, Altar Boyz finally comes to Columbus! With an extraordinary mix of side-splitting songs convincing enough to be played on MTV, uncontrollable laughs and lighthearted fun, this award-winning and totally original new musical is 90 minutes of pure delight! Altar Boyz tells the holy inspiring story of 5 small-town boys - Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham (the group’s token Jewish member) - trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. Their pious pop act, including lyrics like 'Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait' and 'Jesus Called Me On My Cell Phone,' will “altar” your mind! Catch these boyz in action January 20th through February 13th. Showtimes are 7pm Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and 2pm on Sundays. Tickets range From $39 - $54 with student rush tickets available for $20 at the door. Group discounts available. Visit www.cbusarts.com for more information.
by Jerri Shafer - January 22, 2022
Boy Band heaven arrives at Short North Stage on January 20th! The Altar Boyz is full of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular dancing, and irreverent humor. This spoof about a heavenly guy-group is adored by audiences and critics alike. After a hit Off- Broadway run and cult following all over the country, Altar Boyz finally comes to Columbus! With an extraordinary mix of side-splitting songs convincing enough to be played on MTV, uncontrollable laughs and lighthearted fun, this award-winning and totally original new musical is 90 minutes of pure delight! Altar Boyz tells the holy inspiring story of 5 small-town boys - Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham (the group’s token Jewish member) - trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. Their pious pop act, including lyrics like 'Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait' and 'Jesus Called Me On My Cell Phone,' will “altar” your mind! Catch these boyz in action January 20th through February 13th. Showtimes are 7pm Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and 2pm on Sundays. Tickets range From $39 - $54 with student rush tickets available for $20 at the door. Group discounts available. Visit www.cbusarts.com for more information.
PUNCH BROTHERS Bring Hell On Church Street To The Southern Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2022
Punch Brothers are mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Gabe Witcher. Their accolades include a Grammy for best folk album for their 2018 release, All Ashore, and praise from the media. The band is touring in support of their 2022 release, Hell on Church Street—a reimagining of bluegrass great Tony Rice's landmark album, Church Street Blues.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2022
Punch Brothers are mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Gabe Witcher. Their accolades include a Grammy for best folk album for their 2018 release, All Ashore, and praise from the media. The band is touring in support of their 2022 release, Hell on Church Street—a reimagining of bluegrass great Tony Rice's landmark album, Church Street Blues.
The Columbus Symphony Presents 'Michael Cavanaugh: Music Of The Great Singer/Songwriters'
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
Grammy and Tony-nominated Michael Cavanaugh, “the new voice of the American Rock and Roll songbook” (Billboard), performs the greatest hits of iconic singer/songwriters such as James Taylor, Simon and Garfunkel, Neil Diamond, Paul Simon, Elton John, Billy Joel, and many more in a special Valentine's weekend concert event.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2022
Grammy and Tony-nominated Michael Cavanaugh, “the new voice of the American Rock and Roll songbook” (Billboard), performs the greatest hits of iconic singer/songwriters such as James Taylor, Simon and Garfunkel, Neil Diamond, Paul Simon, Elton John, Billy Joel, and many more in a special Valentine's weekend concert event.
COME FROM AWAY Plays The Ohio Theatre in February
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
CAPA and PNC Broadway in Columbus are thrilled to present the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, at the Ohio Theatre February 8-13 for its Columbus debut. Tickets are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
CAPA and PNC Broadway in Columbus are thrilled to present the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, at the Ohio Theatre February 8-13 for its Columbus debut. Tickets are on sale now.
Abbey Theater Of Dublin Presents World Premiere Production Of Herb Brown's THE DUCHESS
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present the world premiere production of the play 'The Duchess,' written by Central Ohio playwright, author and retired Ohio Supreme Court Justice Herb Brown.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2022
The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present the world premiere production of the play 'The Duchess,' written by Central Ohio playwright, author and retired Ohio Supreme Court Justice Herb Brown.
Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's DEARLY DEPARTED
by Jerri Shafer - January 13, 2022
In the Baptist backwoods of the Bible Belt, the beleaguered Turpin family proves that living and dying in the South are seldom tidy and always hilarious. Despite their earnest efforts to pull themselves together for their father’s funeral, the Turpins’ other problems keep overshadowing the solemn occasion. Performances run January 15th thru the 30th, 2022 at Little Theatre Off Broadway, 3981 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio. For reservations/more info visit: http://www.ltob.org or call 614-875-3919.
by Jerri Shafer - January 13, 2022
In the Baptist backwoods of the Bible Belt, the beleaguered Turpin family proves that living and dying in the South are seldom tidy and always hilarious. Despite their earnest efforts to pull themselves together for their father’s funeral, the Turpins’ other problems keep overshadowing the solemn occasion. Performances run January 15th thru the 30th, 2022 at Little Theatre Off Broadway, 3981 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio. For reservations/more info visit: http://www.ltob.org or call 614-875-3919.
Columbus Symphony Seeks Nominations For 2022 Music Educator Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Columbus Symphony is currently accepting online nominations for their annual Music Educator Awards, honoring individuals making a difference in our community through their dedication to music education and efforts to promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for music education.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2022
The Columbus Symphony is currently accepting online nominations for their annual Music Educator Awards, honoring individuals making a difference in our community through their dedication to music education and efforts to promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for music education.
THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! To Parody Classic 'Golden Girls' Moments With Puppetry at The Lincoln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
From Sophia's get-rich-quick schemes to Rose's tales from St. Olaf to Blanche's insatiable hunt for men and the Fountain of Youth to Dorothy's daily struggle to make sense of her life, devoted fans will fondly remember these four girls from Miami and first-timers will be joyfully introduced to the brilliance of the beloved television series.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2022
From Sophia's get-rich-quick schemes to Rose's tales from St. Olaf to Blanche's insatiable hunt for men and the Fountain of Youth to Dorothy's daily struggle to make sense of her life, devoted fans will fondly remember these four girls from Miami and first-timers will be joyfully introduced to the brilliance of the beloved television series.
Winners Announced For The BroadwayWorld 2021 Columbus Awards
by BWW Awards - January 10, 2022
Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Awards - January 10, 2022
Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Classic Albums Live To Perform Creedence Clearwater Revival's CHRONICLE, VOL. 1 at The Lincoln
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
Certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America, Creedence Clearwater Revival's Chronicle, Vol. 1 (1976) is a compilation that includes all the super group's charted megahits including “Bad Moon Rising,” “Down on the Corner,” “Proud Mary,” and “I Heard It Through the Grapevine.”
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
Certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America, Creedence Clearwater Revival's Chronicle, Vol. 1 (1976) is a compilation that includes all the super group's charted megahits including “Bad Moon Rising,” “Down on the Corner,” “Proud Mary,” and “I Heard It Through the Grapevine.”
LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO Return With Their All-Male Classical Ballet and Comedy Fusion This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2022
The world's foremost all-male comic ballet company, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo was founded in 1974 by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view of traditional, classical ballet in parody form and “en travesti” (males performing female roles).
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2022
The world's foremost all-male comic ballet company, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo was founded in 1974 by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view of traditional, classical ballet in parody form and “en travesti” (males performing female roles).
The Columbus Symphony's Annual Russian Winter Festival Wraps Up With TCHAIKOVSKY & RACHMANINOFF
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2022
Conducted by Music Director Rossen Milanov, the Columbus Symphony's 7th annual Russian Winter Festival offers a program that celebrates the great Russian composers through the virtuosity and talents of the Columbus Symphony musicians.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2022
Conducted by Music Director Rossen Milanov, the Columbus Symphony's 7th annual Russian Winter Festival offers a program that celebrates the great Russian composers through the virtuosity and talents of the Columbus Symphony musicians.
JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT Will Play The Palace Theatre in January
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2021
One of the most respected and celebrated songwriters of his generation, Jason Isbell possesses an incredible penchant for identifying and articulating some of the deepest, yet simplest, human emotions, turning them into beautiful songs of the everyday human condition with thoughtful, heartfelt, and sometimes brutal honesty.
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2021
One of the most respected and celebrated songwriters of his generation, Jason Isbell possesses an incredible penchant for identifying and articulating some of the deepest, yet simplest, human emotions, turning them into beautiful songs of the everyday human condition with thoughtful, heartfelt, and sometimes brutal honesty.
Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theatre's LES MISERABLES Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 27, 2021
This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - December 27, 2021
This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theater of Dublin's LES MIS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 20, 2021
Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - December 20, 2021
Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Photos: First Look At VPCT's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2021
The Victoria Players Children’s Theater will return to the stage with their production of It’s a Wonderful Life this weekend, December 17-19, 2021. Featuring a cast of thirty-five actors ranging in ages from 5-16, the play adapted by Doug Rand is the classic retelling of the beloved Christmas story.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2021
The Victoria Players Children’s Theater will return to the stage with their production of It’s a Wonderful Life this weekend, December 17-19, 2021. Featuring a cast of thirty-five actors ranging in ages from 5-16, the play adapted by Doug Rand is the classic retelling of the beloved Christmas story.
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