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Tony-Winning HAMILTON Star Renée Elise Goldsberry To Headline Westport Country Playhouse Gala
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2022
Multi-award-winning Broadway star Renée Elise Goldsberry, perhaps best known for her role as Angelica Schuyler in the musical “Hamilton,” will headline Westport Country Playhouse's 2022 Gala, “Back to the Playhouse!,” on Saturday evening, September 17.
Sacred Heart University Community Theatre Presents August Films
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
The SHU Community Theatre presents a month of film programming in August. Check out the full lineup here!
Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Welcomes Arts Writers For Annual National Critics Institute
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center will welcome 16 talented arts and culture writers and critics from across the country to campus for the annual National Critics Institute.
Ann Hampton Callaway Performs The Linda Ronstadt Songbook at The Ridgefield Playhouse, September 18
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
Ann Hampton Callaway, leading champion of the great American Songbook and critically acclaimed Jazz Diva, returns to the cabaret stage with an exciting night of song and story in celebration of one of America's most loved legends, Linda Ronstadt.
Legendary American Folk Singers Peter Yarrow and Noel “Paul” Stookey Return to Ridgefield Playhouse, September 16
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
It's hard to imagine that it was sixty years ago when the iconic trio Peter, Paul & Mary took over the American folk song landscape, paving the way for artists like Bob Dylan and John Denver. 
Pantochino Teen Theatre To Present GREASE In Fairfield
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
​​​​​​​Pantochino Teen Theatre will present the fifties musical knockout, “Grease' at the SHU Community Theatre in Downtown Fairfield. Co-producers Bert Bernardi and Jimmy Johansmeyer have announced three performances, August 12 and 13.
Playhouse On Park To Host Open Mic Night
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
Come to Playhouse on Park for Open Mic Night! The event will take place on Saturday, August 6th from 10:30pm to 1am (after the 8pm performance of PIPPIN, the final production of Playhouse on Park's 13th Main Stage Season). 
Legacy Theatre Playwrights Circle to Present Festival Of New Plays This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2022
On Sunday, July 24th, the Legacy Theatre Playwrights Circle will present a Festival of New Plays featuring work from Circle members Kate Gill, Allan Appel, Laura Thoma, Julie Fitzpatrick, Zeb Appel, Diana Insolio, Toby Armour, and Emma Palzere-Rae.
Comedian Bert Kreischer Brings The Berty Boy Relapse Tour to The Bushnell, October 13
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
Tickets are on sale now for the recently announced sole New England engagement of Bert Kreischer: The Berty Boy Relapse Tour on October 13 at 7:00pm at The Bushnell.
Psychic Medium Angelina Diana is Coming to The Warner Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
The Warner Theatre will welcome Angelina Diana, psychic medium, back to the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre on Friday, October 28 at 8 pm. Angelina Diana has brought messages of hope and inspiration to her clients since 2001.
Long Wharf Theatre Appoints Rachel Alderman as Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
The Tony Award-winning Long Wharf Theatre has announced the appointment of Rachel Alderman as Associate Artistic Director, a leadership position that will further develop the organization’s commitment to producing bold, boundary-breaking theatre. 
Irish Folk Superstars, The High Kings, Bring a Night of Traditional Irish Tunes to The Ridgefield Playhouse, July 30
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
Direct from Dublin, Irish Folk Superstars The High Kings are making their debut at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, July 20, 2022 at 8pm!
Ladysmith Black Mambazo Announced At The Ridgefield Playhouse, August 17
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2022
Discovered by Paul Simon during his trip to South Africa to collaborate with South African musicians while recording “Graceland,” Ladysmith Black Mambazo is returning to the US for their first post-COVID tour, performing at The Ridgefield Playhouse on August 17, 2022, at 8:00pm as part of the HamletHub World Music Series.
Symphony Space's Global Arts at the Palace Theatre Brings Dynamic Cultures To Life For Local Youth
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2022
This summer, dozens of children from across Fairfield and Westchester County explored cultures from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the indigenous peoples of North and South America in a new way - as artists.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For PIPPIN at Madison Lyric Stage
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2022
Madison Lyric Stage presents Stephen Schwartz’s musical comedy Pippin, about a young man’s quest for significance, inside their brand new big-top tent at the Deacon John Grave House in Madison July 21-31.  All new rehearsal photos have been released, check them out here!
GET THE LED OUT is Coming to the Warner Theatre's Oneglia Auditorium in January 2023
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
GET THE LED OUT, a celebration of “The Mighty Zep,” will bring their critically acclaimed show to the historic Warner Theatre’s Oneglia Auditorium (Main Stage) on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 8:00 pm.
The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry Presents THE LION & THE MOUSE This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
As the final performance of its 2022 Summertime Saturday Puppet Show Series, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present The Lion & The Mouse by New York-based WonderSpark Puppets on July 23 at 11 a.m. ET in Betsy Paterson Square.
Cirque Du Soleil Returns To Hartford With CORTEO
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
Corteo, the most enchanting arena production from Cirque du Soleil is back in North America and heading to Hartford, CT, set to charm audiences for the very first time. Hartford is one of the very first stops on the North American tour which will hit multiple cities in the U.S. and Canada. 
MY NAME IS NOT MOM Comes to the Warner Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
My Name is NOT Mom is a hilarious journey through motherhood with internet sensations Tiffany Jenkins, Meredith Masony and Dena Blizzard. After helping millions of fans get through the pandemic, this comic trio shares their take on mothering through the sleepless nights of the toddler years, middle school craziness and trying not to physically attack a high schooler.
Eastbound Theatre Announces Its Annual Program of Original Short Plays In East/West PlayFest 2022
by Grace Cutler - July 11, 2022
Eastbound Theatre, a division of Milford Arts Council, announces its annual program of original short plays, “East/West PlayFest 2022”.
Feature: SUMMER SHAKESPEARE at Connecticut - Various
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - July 10, 2022
The tradition continues!
Review: KIM'S CONVENIENCE at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - July 10, 2022
What did our critic think of KIM'S CONVENIENCE at Westport Country Playhouse?
Playhouse on Park Increases Matinee Offerings for All Main Stage Productions
by Grace Cutler - July 09, 2022
Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc. has added additional 2pm matinee performances to their show schedules.
Photos: Westport Country Playhouse's KIM'S CONVENIENCE
by Grace Cutler - July 09, 2022
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “Kim’s Convenience,” a funny and touching comedy about a Korean family who owns a Toronto convenience store, written by Ins Choi and directed by Nelson T. Eusebio III, from July 5 through July 17. Check out photos!
Added Performance For Castle Craig Players' Sold Out CLUE: ON STAGE
by Grace Cutler - July 08, 2022
Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets, Meriden's Castle Craig Players have added a performance of CLUE: On Stage on Thursday, August 11 at 8pm.

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