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Magician/Comedian Justin Willman Comes to The Davidson
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Magician/comedian and Critics' Choice nominee Justin Willman has cemented himself as one of today's most prolific entertainers with his Netflix magic series, a?oeMagic for Humans with Justin Willman,a?? that quickly became one of the outlet's most-streamed shows. Incorporating a disarming demeanor into street magic and mind-boggling social experiments, he has made multiple appearances on a?oeThe Tonight Show,a?? a?oeEllen,a?? and a?oeConan.a??
Photo Coverage: First look at A Night of Broadway's THE SECRET GARDEN
by Jerri Shafer - September 27, 2019
A Night of Broadway: The Secret Garden a Semi-Staged Concert Fundraiser for the Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Org. A Night of Broadway was founded 5 years ago by Shane Trace & Cassandra Taylor as a way to raise money for the Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization (BRAVO), which is a Division of Equitas Health. This year the tradition continues, but in a new and exciting way as we perform a semi-staged version of The Secret Garden! This musical is filled with a star studded cast of local Central Ohio talent! BRAVO works to eliminate violence perpetrated on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking through prevention, education, advocacy, violence documentation, and survivor services. For more information about BRAVO visit: http://bravo.equitashealth.org/ Performances run September 27th thru the 29th, 2019 at The Garden Theater, 1187 North High St., Columbus, Ohio 43201. For reservations/more info visit: http://www.shortnorthstage.org/
Photo Coverage: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE
by Jerri Shafer - September 26, 2019
A chilling and mystifying study in mounting terror in which a small group of 'psychically receptive' people are brought together in Hill House, a brooding, mid-Victorian mansion known as a place of evil and 'contained ill will.' Led by the learned Dr. Montague, who is conducting research in supernatural phenomena, the visitors have come to probe the secrets of the old house and to draw forth the mysterious powers that it is alleged to possessa?"powers which have brought madness and death to those who have lived therein in the past. Performances run September 27th thru October 13th, 2019 at Little Theatre Off Broadway, 3981 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio. For reservations/more info visit: http://www.ltob.org or call 614-875-3919.
Black Violin Brings IMPOSSIBLE To The Palace
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Comprised of violists Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus, both classically trained, Black Violin adds DJ SPS and drummer Nat Stokes for its 2019 Impossible Tour. With a unique blend of classical and hip-hop music, often described as a?oeclassical boom,' the group strives to overcome stereotypes and encourage people of all ages, races, and economic backgrounds to join together to break down cultural barriers.
CSO's THE ROMANTIC CELLO Presents Torres, Elgar, And Brahms At The Ohio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
CSO Music Director Rossen Milanov and the musicians of the Columbus Symphony feature guest cellist Pablo Ferrández in a performance of Elgar's Cello Concerto, showcasing the intimate voice of the cello in one of its most glorious and moving embodiments. The program will also include the sparkling orchestration of Torres' Tres Pinturas Velazqueñas, an aural reflection of three of the most famous paintings by Diego Velázquez, and conclude with Brahms' rarely performed masterwork, Symphony No. 3.
Photo Coverage: First look at Hilliard Arts Council's THE STINKY CHEESEMAN
by Jerri Shafer - September 20, 2019
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales, by John Glore, contains many of your favorite storybook fables. However, in this adaptation of the book by John Scieszka and Lane Smith's quintessential children's book of the same name, the story lines somehow get derailed. Everything from “Chicken Little” to “The Gingerbread Man” gets a complete makeover. Fun music and barnyard animals, colossal cow pies, and enough stinky cheese to pollute the entire audience. Performances September 20th thru the 29th, 2019 at the Hilliard Arts Council, 5425 Center Street, Hilliard, Ohio 43026. For performance times and more information visit: http://hilliardartscouncil.org/
BWW REVIEWS: DEAR EVAN, Thanks For Everything. Sincerely, Columbus.
by Paul Batterson - September 19, 2019
As it did at the Tony Awards, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, the 2017 award winner for Best Musical, rolls into Columbus on the tails of HAMILTON, the 2016 Tony Award winner which played in the Ohio Theatre in the Spring. Although the style of music and subject manner are hard to compare, there are many similarities between the two. The most striking of these unlikely storylines for a musical with HAMILTON taking the life of America's founding father Alexander Hamilton while DEAR EVAN HANSEN confronts many of the problems facing teens and parents currently. Like HAMILTON, DEAR EVAN HANSEN gets style points for originality with a powerful message and memorable score that stays with you for days.
Assia Ahhatt To Invite Young Violinists From The Urban Strings Columbus Youth Orchestra To Perform At Concert
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2019
World-class Ukrainian violinist and performer Assia Ahhatt will present her new live show, 'A Music Extravaganza' to audiences in Columbus on October 3, 2019 at Lincoln Theatre, as part of her US and world tour. Assia's latest show and album 'A Music Extravaganza' was produced by 16 time Grammy winning producer Humberto Gatica, directed by awarded-winning producer Gene Bortnick and recorded at the Opera House of Kiev in Ukraine. The show has been featured nationwide on PBS stations throughout summer 2019 and will continue with airings this fall.
Kenny G Comes to the Palace
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2019
With global sales totaling more than 75 million, Grammy and American Music Award winner Kenny G is the biggest-selling instrumental musician of all time. To add to his accolades, he has both the best-selling instrumental album of all time with Breathless, and the best-selling Christmas album of all time with Miracles. Never one to rest idle, Kenny G continues to tour, performing for adoring fans around the world.
Photo Coverage: First look at Evolution Theatre Company's CABARET
by Jerri Shafer - September 19, 2019
In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920's draw to a close, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the CABARET. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, CABARET explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Cliff, a young American writer newly arrived in Berlin, is immediately taken by English singer Sally Bowles. Meanwhile, Fräulein Schneider, proprietor of Cliff and Sally's boarding house, tentatively begins a romance with Herr Schultz, a mild-mannered fruit seller who happens to be Jewish. Performances are September 18th thru September 28th, 2019 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets or more information, visit: http://evolutiontheatre.org/
MEAN GIRLS Makes Its Ohio Debut at The Ohio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2019
CAPA and Broadway in Columbus are thrilled to bring the first national Broadway tour of Mean Girlsa?'the record-breaking new musical comedy produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson, Sonia Friedman, and Paramount Pictures that is based on the hit filma?'to the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.) October 22-27 as part of the PNC Broadway in Columbus 2019-20 season. Mean Girls features a book by nine-time Emmy Award winner Tina Fey, based on her screenplay for the film, music by three-time Emmy Award winner Jeff Richmond, and lyrics by two-time Tony Award nominee Nell Benjamin. Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw directs and choreographs.
CAPA'S SPOOK OUT MOVIE MAGIC Presents Disney's HOCUS POCUS
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2019
As part of its year-long 50th anniversary celebration, CAPA presents Spook Out Movie Magic, a special Halloween event at the Ohio Theatre featuring a screening of Disney's Hocus Pocus, pre-show and intermission entertainment from CAPA organist Clark Wilson on the a?oeMighty Mortona?? theatre organ, and a Hocus Pocus-themed costume competition to win CAPA gift certificates.
BWW reviews: NPAC presents a sweltering performance of KISS ME KATE
by Paul Batterson - September 16, 2019
The second act of the Northland Performing Arts Center & Vaud-Villities Production of KISS ME KATE opens with Cole Porter's classic 'Too Darn Hot.' It turned out to be a fitting anthem for the evening production. The temperatures hit in the high 80s-90s mark on the thermometer and the performance of the 22-member cast made the shirts of the audience sit to the back of their chairs.
CAPA MARQUEE AWARDS Announces 19 High Schools To Participate In 2019-20 Program
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) today announced the 19 local high schools that have been selected to participate in the 2019-20 CAPA Marquee Awards. Designed to celebrate, support, and advocate for high school musical theatre education throughout central Ohio, the program debuted in the 2018-19 school year with 10 participating high schools. Nearly doubling participation in its sophomore year, musical theatre students from the 19 participating high schools will be invited to attend free master classes and talk-back opportunities with touring Broadway cast members and local/touring talent in their chosen field of interest throughout the 2019-20 season.
Photo Coverage: First look at Gallery Players' DRIVING MISS DAISY
by Jerri Shafer - September 12, 2019
Set in Atlanta, 1948, this Pulitzer Prize winning play and Academy Award winner for Best Picture is the uplifting story of Daisy, a retired Jewish schoolteacher, and her African-American chauffeur, Hoke. As different as they first seem, their time together reveals a deep affection for each other, born in part from their shared experiences as minorities in a post-war South that simmers with violence. By turns hilarious and deeply moving, the relationship between Daisy and Hoke is a testament to the life-altering power of friendship. One-act play appropriate for middle school and up. Performances are Sept 14th thru the 22nd. Gallery Players, 1125 College Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43209. Please visit jccgalleryplayers.org to get specific show times and purchase tickets.
AN EVENING WITH GEORGE WINSTON Comes to The Lincoln
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2019
For more than 40 years, George Winston has inspired fans and musicians alike with his singular solo acoustic piano songs. Now touring in support of his 2019 release and 15th solo piano album, Restless Wind, Winston repurposes for the modern listener stunningly relevant works by musical greats such as Sam Cooke, The Doors, Stephen Stills, George and Ira Gershwin, Country Joe McDonald, and more. Restless Wind captures Winston's incomparable melodic language where piano textures and tones set the stage for vivid renderings of classic compositions.
MadLab Announces THE SPARE ROOM
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
MadLab's world premiere production of The Spare Room by Dakota C. Hill will take place Fridays and Saturdays October 11th a?" October 26th, 2019, with a special preview performance on Thursday, October 10, at MadLab, 227 N. 3rd St., in Columbus.
Photo Coverage: First Look at Curtain Players' LEADING LADIES
by Jerri Shafer - September 09, 2019
In this hilarious comedy by the author of Lend Me A Tenor and Moon Over Buffalo, two English Shakespearean actors, Jack and Leo, find themselves so down on their luck that they are performing 'Scenes from Shakespeare' on the Moose Lodge circuit in the Amish country of Pennsylvania. When they hear that an old lady in York, Pennsylvania is about to die and leave her fortune to her two long lost English nephews, they resolve to pass themselves off as her beloved relatives and get the cash. The trouble is, when they get to York, they find out that the relatives aren't nephews, but nieces! Romantic entanglements abound, especially when Leo falls head-over-petticoat in love with the old lady's vivacious niece, Meg, who's engaged to the local minister. Meg knows that there's a wide world out there, but it's not until she meets 'Maxine and Stephanie' that she finally gets a taste of it. Performances run Sept 6th thru Sept 22nd at Curtain Players, 5691 Harlem Road, Galena, Ohio 43021. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: http://curtainplayers.org
Columbus Symphony Opens 2019-20 Pops With THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2019
Experience Tim Burton's timeless holiday classic all over again as the Columbus Symphony performs Danny Elfman's classic score live to picture. The Nightmare Before Christmas follows the earnest-but-misguided adventures of Jack Skellington, Halloween Town's beloved Pumpkin King, as he attempts to kidnap Santa Claus and take over the Christmas holiday. Rated PG.
AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS Comes to The Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
CAPA and WCBE present An Evening with David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor will be appearing for one night only at the Palace Theatre on Sunday, October 20, following the release of his newest book and New York Times #1 Best Seller, Calypso. This is a unique opportunity to see the best-selling humorist in an intimate setting. As always, Sedaris will offer a selection of all-new readings and recollections, as well as a Q&A session and book signing.
Jesse Cook Performs At The Lincoln
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
Extraordinarily gifted and versatile, guitarist and composer Jesse Cook creates music so boundless that multiple labelsa?"including jazz, world, and flamencoa?"are required to adequately describe his dynamic sound. Yet, his music is utterly accessible which explains global album sales exceeding two million, and consistently sold-out shows across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and beyond. Cook has released 10 genre-defying albums, garnering eleven Juno nominations (Canada's Grammy) and one win for Free Fall (2001).
Anthony Focuses on role, Cartoon Network as He Takes Lead in DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Paul Batterson - September 03, 2019
When Stephen Christopher Anthony first saw the show DEAR EVAN HANSEN, he marveled at the performance of Benjamin Platt, his former cast mate in THE BOOK OF MORMON, in the title role. Platt went on to win the 2017 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his portrayal of Hansen.
CSO's AMERICAN FESTIVAL Offers Works Inspired By Moving Moments In US History
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Five guest soloists and the Columbus Symphony Chorus join CSO Music Director Rossen Milanov and the musicians of the Columbus Symphony for The American Festival, performing Paul Moravec and Mark Campbell's monumental oratorio Sanctuary Road based on the writings of William Still, a conductor on the Underground Railroad who helped almost 800 slaves escape to freedom. The program also includes a concert version of Gershwin's American classic, Porgy and Bess.
PEPPA PIG LIVE! Comes To The Palace
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2019
Peppa Pig, George, and their friends are back with a brand-new live show, Peppa Pig's Adventure. The latest rendition of Peppa Pig Live!, one of the most successful family theater tours in North American history, will visit US cities coast-to-coast including Columbus on Tuesday, October 8, at the Palace Theatre. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, April 5.
MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000 LIVE Comes To The Davidson
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2019
The award-winning TV comedy a?oeMystery Science Theater 3000a?? (MST3K) is coming to Columbus with an all-new, live show featuring Joel Hodgson, the original host and creative vision behind the beloved TV and Netflix comedy series for more than three decades, in his final live tour. Produced by Alternaversal LLC, Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: The Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour will feature the never-before-screened film No Retreat, No Surrender.

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