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MadLab Theatre Presents FINE (NOT FINE)
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2019
MadLab Theatre presents a play about the effects of mental illness entitled FINE (NOT FINE). This will be a presentation made up of letters from you, the general public, about your experiences with mental illness. The purpose of this play is help normalize these issues as well as provide a catharsis for those that may be suffering.
The Dancing Wheels Company Opens 39th Season With Lincoln Theatre Debut
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2019
Considered one of the premier arts and disabilities organizations in the US, The Dancing Wheels Company is a professional, physically integrated dance company that unites the talents of dancers both with and without disabilities. Dancing Wheels will open its 39th season with a one-night-only, first-ever performance at the Lincoln Theatre, presenting Connections & Intersections, a program featuring select works from the company's vast repertoire that explores humanity and relationships.
DOUBLE DARE LIVE! Comes to Columbus
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2019
Charlie Blum Entertainment/CB Entertainment and Red Tail Productions LLC, in partnership with Nickelodeon, announce additional new tour dates for Nickelodeon's Double Dare Live stage show. Following a successful fall 2018 tour, Double Dare Live -- featuring original host Marc Summers and his beloved sidekick Robin Russo a?" announced six weeks of tour dates which launched March 26 in Lancaster, PA. The tour continues with engagements in the fall and winter, including the Palace Theatre, December 16. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, August 30, at 10:00 a.m. and are available in-person at the CAPA Ticket Center (39 E. State St.), online at www.capa.com, or by phone at (614) 469-0939 or (800) 982-2787.
Columbus Symphony Announces Lineup For 2019-20 Pops
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2019
The Columbus Symphony announces its roster for the 2019-20 Pops Series. Both subscriptions and single tickets will go on sale Wednesday, August 28, at 10am.
Photo Coverage: First look at Evolution Theatre Company's WHO KILLED JOAN CRAWFORD?
by Jerri Shafer - August 22, 2019
In Michael Leeds new murder-mystery comedy, on a dark stormy night, five men arrive at a cabin for a famous soap star's surprise birthday party. Each guest has been asked to dress as the birthday boy's favorite actress, Joan Crawford, in one of her signature roles - and the results aren't pretty, in more ways than one. As they wait for the star, the five 'Joans' begin drinking and dishing, soon dark secrets emerge and then there's one less Joan ... and then there are four…then three…then…? All this leads to a shocking and unforeseen ending. Featuring: David Bahgat as Gene Harlow, Frank Barnhart as Harvey Goldberg, Ralph Scott as Stewart Fry, David Allen Vargo as Leo Lawrence, Lane Schlicher as David Hoch, Stewart Jamison as Trick Rogers. Performances are August 21st thru the 31st, 2019 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets, visit: http://www.evolutiontheatre.org/
Photo Coverage: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway's YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU
by Jerri Shafer - August 16, 2019
The Sycamore family, (and their friends) are a madcap group of eccentrics, marching to the beat of their own drum, with pride and joy. When young Alice Sycamore becomes engaged to her company's VP, Tony Kirby, the Sycamore clan must straighten up to meet the new in-laws. Performances run August 9th thru August 25th, 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.
McCoy To Host National Geographic Adventure Filmmaker Bryan Smith In CAPTURING THE IMPOSSIBLE
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
Join filmmaker Bryan Smith on the edge of what's possible in extreme filmmaking. Descend the deepest canyon in the South Pacific, traverse the length of the Alaska Range by paraglider, and climb the ice of Niagara Falls. His passion for storytelling combined with his reputation for capturing the impossible make for an unforgettable presentation.
Comedian Anjelah Johnson Brings Her TECHNICALLY NOT STALKING Tour To The Southern
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2019
Comedian and actress Anjelah Johnson-Reyes has become an audience and critic favorite, conquering the live stage, online, TV, and film with her energized blend of comedy that The Las Vegas Review Journal described as, a?oea??an exclamation point incarnate.a?? She has appeared on FOX's a?oeMadTV,a?? ABC's a?oeUgly Betty,a?? HBO's a?oeCurb Your Enthusiasm,a?? and NBC's a?oeSuperstore,a?? as well as several feature films including Our Family Wedding and Moms' Night Out.
Josh Ritter & The Royal City Band Play The Southern For One Night Only
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Dubbed one of the greatest living songwriters by Paste Magazine, Americana singer, songwriter, and musician Josh Ritter and his amazing band routinely sell out legendary venues across the country, including Nashville's Ryman and NYC's Beacon. He is now touring in support of his 2019 release, Fever Breaks, which has spent weeks on top of the Americana radio chart.
Nick Lowe's QUALITY ROCK & ROLL REVUE Starring Los Straitjackets Comes To The Davidson
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
The Quality Rock & Roll Revue features soulful rock and roll songs from throughout Nick Lowe's careera?"including his biggest hitsa?"as well as selections from two recent EPs recorded with Los Straitjackets. Los Straitjackets provide backup for Nick as well as perform a short segment of their own instrumental surf guitar twangers.
Cirque Musica's HOLIDAY WISHES Goes On Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
CAPA and The Cultural Arts Center Partner To Present PASOS DE ARTE 2019
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2019
As a kickoff to Festival Latino 2019, CAPA and the Cultural Arts Center, with additional support from the Columbus Museum of Art and Our Lady of Guadalupe Center at Catholic Social Services, have partnered to present Pasos de Arte 2019, a visual art exhibit that explores the richness of the Latino culture through the work of Ohio-based Latino artists. Pasos de Arte will run August 9-September 14 at the Cultural Arts Center's Main Gallery (139 W. Main St.). Admission is free.
National Tour Of MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Plays The Southern
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2019
GFour Productions, winners of 56 Drama Desk and 44 Tony Awards, and CAPA are proudly bringing the international hit show, Menopause The Musical, to Columbus September 20 and 21. This groundbreaking celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived a?oeThe Change,a?? is a laughter-filled, 90-minute production that gets audience members out of their seats and singing along to parodies from classic pop songs of the '60s, '70s and '80s.
EMBer Women's Theatre Presents TERMS OF ENDEARMENT
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2019
Ember Women's Theatre's production of Terms of Endearment, adapted for the stage by Dan Gordon, based on the screenplay by James L. Brooks, will take place Fridays and Saturdays, September 13th - 28th 2019, at MadLab Theatre, 227 N. 3rd St, in Columbus. Admission is $20 for all patrons.
Jazz Guitarist Pat Metheny Brings His Side-eye Project To The Southern
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
Jazz guitarist Pat Metheny has won countless polls and awards in his more than 40-year career, including 20 Grammy Awards, three gold records, and induction into the Downbeat Hall of Fame. Often performing more than 100 shows per year, Side-Eye is a platform designed by Metheny to showcase a rotating cast of new and upcoming musicians that have caught his attention. This edition of Side-Eye will feature James Francies (keyboard, piano) and drummer Marcus Gilmore.
Photo Coverage: The Lancaster Playhouse Presents MY EMPERORS NEW CLOTHES by Larry Shue
by Jerri Shafer - July 29, 2019
Everyone is familiar with the timeless story by Hans Christian Andersen, but the present version abounds in delightful differences. The action takes place in the kingdom of Mango-Chutney, in which a one-man army named Pony, an Emperor known as the wisest man in the world, Princess Farthingale and host of colorful characters live. The Emperor, decides he must have the most beautiful clothes in the world, and offers half of the state treasury to the weaver who comes up with the finest cloth. Being as wise as he is, he also announces that he will give the other half of the treasury plus the hand of his daughter, Princess Farthingale to anyone who can make him believe that something is real when actually it is not. While it is touch and go for a while, all ends happily and in a burst of song as the villains are routed, the Princess united with her true love, and the Emperor saved by the cheerfully vocal intercession of the enthralled audience. Next performance in Saturday August 3 and Sunday August 4, 2pm at Fountain Square in Lancaster. Corner of Broad and Main Street. For more information visit: https://www.thelancasterplayhouse.org/
The McCoy Center Announces 2019-20 Marquee Series
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2019
Through the generous support of the Lbrands Foundation, New Albany's Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts today announced the season lineup for its 2019-20 Marquee Series.
Columbus Symphony Chorus To Hold 2019-20 Season Auditions
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019
The Columbus Symphony Chorus will hold auditions for the 2019-20 season at the Ohio Theatre, Room 1 on the lower level, on Monday and Tuesday, August 12 and 13, at 6:30 pm daily.
Columbus Children's Theatre Presents BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2019
Do you have what it takes to win? CCT presents the regional premiere of Bring It On: The Musical in two different locations! The premiere weekend from August 8-10, 2019 will be performed at Eastmoor Academy High School, and the weekends following from August 16-25, 2019 will be performed at The Garden Theatre.
Photo Coverage: First look at Ohio University Lancaster's LEGALLY BLONDE The Musical!
by Jerri Shafer - July 20, 2019
SHOWS: Sunday, July 21, 2 PM & 7 PM, Lancaster Festival Shows, Thursday, August 1, 7 PM, Friday, August 2, 7 PM, Saturday, August 3, 7 PM, Sunday, August 4, 2 PM. The box office opens one hours before show. ONLINE TICKET SALES: https://commerce.cashnet.com/oul-theatre 'A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, “LEGALLY BLONDE The Musical,” follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!' Book by Heather Hach, Music and Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin, Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture. 'LEGALLY BLONDE The Musical' is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
MadLab Announces Young Writers 2019
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
MadLab's Young Writers Short Play Festival, featuring a collection of ten short plays written by 10 area high school students, will take place July 12 - 27, 2019 at MadLab, 227 N. 3rd St., in Columbus. Admission is $18 for the general public, $15 for students and seniors and $13 for MadLab members. Tickets are available online at www.madlab.net.
Photo Coverage: THE VIEW UPSTRAIRS at the Columbus Performing Arts Center
by Jerri Shafer - July 19, 2019
The View UpStairs is an interpretive account of a true event: a notoriously unsolved arson fire that took place at a gay bar called the Up Stairs Lounge on the ragged edge of the famous French Quarter. Thirty-two lives were claimed in that bar on the night of June 24, 1973 when an arsonist lit a spark that destroyed a trailblazing establishment—a place apart that had transcended barriers of straight and gay, male and female, black and white. Through the fantasia of musical theatre, The View UpStairs will do the impossible. This musical will convey you alongside Wes, our modern-day “millennial influencer” protagonist, into the bar before it burned. There, you will see the Up Stairs Lounge in a way that historians like myself can only yearn for: joyous, full of the revelry of men and women crooning beside the piano and, as yet, untouched by its tragic fate. You will hear the laughter and feel the love that commingled before all the screams. Performances are July 17 thru the 27th, 2019 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets, visit: http://www.evolutiontheatre.org/
Photo Coverage: First Look at Worthington Community Theatre's TARZAN
by Jerri Shafer - July 19, 2019
Washed up on the shores of West Africa, an infant boy is taken in and raised by gorillas who name him Tarzan. Apart from striving for acceptance from his ape father, Tarzan's life is mostly monkey business until a human expedition treks into his tribe's territory, and he encounters creatures like himself for the first time. Tarzan struggles to navigate a jungle, thick with emotion, as he discovers his animal upbringing clashing with his human instincts. Performances are July 19th thru the 28th at the Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington, 777 Evening St., Worthington, Ohio. For more information, visit https://worthingtoncommunitytheatre.com/#. Purchase tickets through the McConnell Arts Center.
Photo Coverage: Inside New Vision Dance Co.'s FULL BLOOM
by Jerri Shafer - July 16, 2019
FULL BLOOM by New Vision Dance Co. (NVD) celebrated 6 years of concert dance at the Garden Theater. The audience enjoyed an experience of a bouquet of dance onstage with Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop and Tap creations. Guest artists/collaborators include sculptor Sara Hahn, Starr Foster Dance from Richmond, VA, Jessica Gould, Lisa Glover, 'Piper & Poppy', Katherine Burkman, Chad Goodwin and recording artist Mario Spinetti. Featuring choreography by Artistic Director Melissa Gould, Jonathon Hill, Dan Kiley and Michael Musarra. Performances were held July 12 & 13th, 2019 at the Garden Theatre. Save the date, NVD's next show is "Come dance with me, a tribute to the Rat Pack". October 12th, 2019 at the McCoy in New Albany. For more information, visit: http://www.newvisiondanceco.org/ You can also support NVD by voting every day now thru August 9th for the company to be awarded through a contest for FCBank's 10 Fantastic Charities at https://survey.app.do/10fantasticcharities-2578745/i263dK0Y
Curtain Players Sets Season 57, Tickets Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2019
Curtain Players has announced its 2019-2020 season and has opened sales for season subscriptions, flex passes, and individual tickets for six productions.

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