Get theatre news and discounts for Connecticut

Connecticut Theatre Newsroom Page 135

Back to Main...
Harlem Quartet Returns To Music Mountain With A Program Featuring African American Masterworks
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2021
This weekend, on Sunday, July 25 at 3 pm, the Harlem Quartet, a Music Mountain favorite, takes the stage to perform a vibrant program of works by Black composers, from William Grant Still and George Walker to Wynton Marsalis and Billy Strayhorn.
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of New Paradigm Theatre's FOOTLOOSE
by Nicole Rosky - July 16, 2021
New Paradigm Theatre loves to share 'Behind the Scenes' footage and this video features the five young stars in Footloose in their callbacks! These young stars were all auditioned through the A-1 auditions and are from all over the US.
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) to be Presented at Cheney Hall
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
An irreverent romp through the Bard's plays, THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) is a worldwide phenomenon, earning the title of London's longest-running comedy after a decade at the Criterion Theatre. Fast paced, witty, and physical, it's full of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike.
Cast Announced For The Connecticut Shakespeare Festival's SNOW WHITE
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
This adaptation of SNOW WHITE is a fresh look at the timeless classic that features a beautiful princess, her evil queen, a huntsman, one magic mirror, and the legendary seven dwarfs – all brought to life by TWO ACTORS! A fairytale world is made before your very eyes with inspiring creativity and dynamic theatricality.
Photos: THE BOYS IN THE BAND Opens at Madison Lyric Stage
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2021
Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company serving the Connecticut shoreline and the Connecticut River valley, will present Mart Crowley’s landmark play The Boys in the Band for eight performances July 22 – August 1.  Both hilarious and poignant, the dark comedy will be presented outdoors under a large tent on the grounds of Madison’s Deacon John Grave House.
Westport Country Playhouse Presents New Work CULTURE SHOCK
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
Westport Country Playhouse's New Works Initiative will present the second play in its 2021 season with a virtual workshop of “Culture Shock,” written by Gloria Majule, and directed by Taylor Reynolds, on Wednesday, July 14.
Student Blog: Crystals for Performers
by Student Blogger: Erika Spondike - July 14, 2021
I am totally new to this, but I think crystals are for everyone. To heck with the gatekeeping of spirituality and abundance! There is so much information out there, and I am so excited to keep educating myself and incorporating what I learn into my creative process as an artist. I think that they're a great tool to focus your energy which is why crystals are perfect for the performer.
FROM GREENWICH WITH LOVE by Mathieu Geffré to Tour Outdoor Festivals This Summer
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
This summer, Greenwich Dance is celebrating love in all its forms with From Greenwich with Love a new work by award-winning choreographer and Rendez-Vous dance artistic director Mathieu Geffré. 
Hartford Stage Achieves Matching Challenge; Surpasses Fundraising Goal
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
The $1,000,000 Challenge match was a major component of the $6 million Raise the Curtain fundraising campaign established to sustain Hartford Stage during the pandemic and provide a foundation for reopening this Fall.
Eastbound PlayFest Returns to the Milford Historical Society This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
Playfest will be offered at 5:00 pm on both July 24th & 25th with July 31st & August 1st as rain dates. Learn more here!
Kimberley Wilson to Present One-Woman Show A JOURNEY
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2021
On Sunday, July 18th at 1:00pm, Kimberley Wilson will present her beautiful one woman show, A JOURNEY outside the Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St, Essex in a show that is free to the public.
Westport Country Playhouse Presents AN EVENING WITH ALI STROKER
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2021
Westport Country Playhouse will present “An Evening with Ali Stroker,” 2019 Tony Award winner for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as Ado Annie in the Broadway production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!, on Saturday July 24, at 8 p.m. 
TheaterWorks Hartford Returns to Live Performances With North American Premiere of WALDEN
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2021
TheaterWorks Hartford, in partnership with Riverfront Recapture, will present the North American premiere of Amy Berryman’s debut play, Walden. Directed by Mei Ann Teo, the production marks a return to in-person events for TheaterWorks Hartford, as well as its first outdoor show in its 35-year history.
BWW Exclusive: Meet Ramone Nelson from New Paradigm Theatre's FOOTLOOSE
by Nicole Rosky - July 13, 2021
New Paradigm Theatre's Artistic Director, Kristin Huffman asked guest interviewer, and Broadway coach, VP Boyle to interview Ramone Nelson about New Paradigm Theatre's  summer's production of FOOTLOOSE (Aug 20 and 21st).
Cast Announced For Playhouse On Park's INTO THE WOODS At The Connecticut Shakespeare Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2021
The production runs July 28 - August 22. Learn more about the show and how to purchase tickets here!
CRY IT OUT to be Presented by The Windham Theatre Guild
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2021
The Windham Theatre Guild will present their first live show for 2021 in Willimantic’s Burton Leavitt Theatre…it’s Cry It Out by Molly Smith-Metzler, opening Friday, July 23rd, 2021.
North American Premiere of Amy Berryman's WALDEN to be Presented by TheaterWorks Hartford
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2021
TheaterWorks Hartford will present the North American premiere of Amy Berryman’s debut play, Walden. Directed by Mei Ann Teo (Jillian Walker’s SKiNFoLK: An American Show) and taking place on a natural, undeveloped site along the Connecticut River, the production marks a return to in-person events for TheaterWorks Hartford.
New Batch of Connecticut Theaters Receive Shuttered Venue Operator Grants
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2021
Theaters, clubs, promoters and other eligible arts businesses can apply for 45% of the gross revenue they made in 2019, to offset financial losses caused last year by the pandemic.
FOOLS OF ANOTHER NATURE to be Presented by The Contemporary Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2021
Fools of Another Nature is an original clown show that follows three fools through a normal day at home as they meet imaginary friends, sleep beside enormous monsters, and fall in love with inanimate objects.
Playhouse on Park Announces 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2021
Playhouse on Park's 2021-22 productions will mark the organization’s 13th Main Stage season! Playhouse on Park offers a wide range of thought provoking, inspiring and thoroughly enjoyable productions that leave audiences often smiling, sometimes crying, and always talking about what they have just experienced.
Jay Rowe Will Perform as Part of MAC In The Park This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2021
Seating circles for 4 are on sale now. Learn more about the performance and how to purchase tickets here!
VIDEO: Sneak Peek at Max Chernin and Celeste Rose in TOGETHER AGAIN as Part of Goodspeed By The River
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2021
The stars of the Goodspeed hit new musical Passing Through, reunite for an exciting evening of song featuring musical theater favorites from the Golden Age to Sondheim to recent Tony-winning hits.
The Ballard Institute Will Present A Virtual Performance Of ANANSI: STORY-TELLER By String Theory Theater Next Week
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2021
String Theory Theater presents a fresh take on the famous trickster spider from West Africa folk tales. Anansi is charged with weaving together all of the stories of life on earth and relaying the stories to the sky gods. Daunted by what seems like a never-ending task, Anansi seeks to simplify his effort with an innovative solution, which leads to unexpected results.
The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue to be Presented at Cheney Hall
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2021
The Corvettes perform the great music of the Doo Wop era with fresh new energy. Their incredibly entertaining show and comical stage antics have left many a happy audience screaming for more!
Pantochino Presents THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL In Fairfield Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2021
The cast includes thirty-three young actors from Milford, Cromwell, Stratford, Orange, Fairfield, West Haven, East Haven, Trumbull, Shelton, Trumbull, Woodbridge, Ansonia, Monroe, Seymour and Madison.

Videos


The Band Perry in Connecticut The Band Perry
Stamford Palace Theatre (1/10 - 1/10) Tracker
THE LION IN WINTER in Connecticut THE LION IN WINTER
DRESSING ROOM THEATRE (1/9 - 1/25) Tracker
URINETOWN in Connecticut URINETOWN
Kweskin Theatre (2/6 - 2/21) Tracker
Water for Elephants – The Musical at William H. Mortensen Hall in Connecticut Water for Elephants – The Musical at William H. Mortensen Hall
William H. Mortensen Hall (6/2 - 6/2)
POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive in Connecticut POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive
Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU (5/1 - 5/10)
RUSH: Fifty Something in Connecticut RUSH: Fifty Something
Mohegan Sun (11/1 - 11/1)
Disney's Fantasia in Connecticut Disney's Fantasia
Stamford Center for the Arts (2/1 - 2/1)
The Sleeping Beauty: International Ballet Stars in Stamford, CT! On February 17, 2026 in Connecticut The Sleeping Beauty: International Ballet Stars in Stamford, CT! On February 17, 2026
The Palace Theatre (2/17 - 2/17)
Native Gardens in Connecticut Native Gardens
Hartford Stage (4/17 - 5/10)
The Cellos of Lumos in Connecticut The Cellos of Lumos
The Westport Library (2/8 - 2/8)
VIEW SHOWS  ADD A SHOW