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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.
VIDEO: First Look at AMBASSADOR OF LOVE as Part of Goodspeed By The River
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2021
Learn more about the performance, which runs through July 18, and purchase tickets here!
Kenny Loggins and Hammer Of The Gods Added To Palace Concert Lineup
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2021
The Palace theater has announced two more new concerts to an already exciting line-up for the fall. Just added are Kenny Loggins on October 10, 2021 at 7pm and Hammer of the Gods The Led Zeppelin Experience on March 12, 2022 at 8pm.
CRY IT OUT LIVE Will Be Performed at The Burton Leavitt Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2021
A comedy with dark edges, Cry It Out takes an honest look at the absurdities of being home with a baby, the power of female friendship, the dilemma of going back to work, and the effect class has on parenthood in America.
STOOPKID STORIES LIVE! Will Be Performed at Summer Theatre New Canaan This Summer
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2021
This new and exciting show is a live adaptation of the hit children's podcast, Stoopkid Stories, written and narrated by Melissa Victor. Victor, also known to her listeners as Melly, started her podcast in January 2020, two months before the Broadway shutdown. It was a way for her to try something new in the midst of audition season, stay creative, and connect with kids.
GODSPELL Will Open Danbury's Musicals At Richter 37th Season This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2021
The 37th season closes out with the 'Stars Out for Richter: A Community Cabaret of Talent' on Friday, August 13.
Castle Craig Players Will Bring YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN To Hubbard Park
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2021
Reprising their roles from Castle Craig's 2014 production of the show are Ian Galligan (as Charlie Brown), Jennifer Del Sole (as Sally) and Arthur Canova (as Linus). They are joined by Nick Ciasullo (as Schroeder), Cessa Fontanez (as Lucy) and Stephen Koehler (as Snoopy).
BWW Review: TINY HOUSE at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - July 03, 2021
Tiny house. Big commotion.
Cast Announced For The Connecticut Shakespeare Festival's SHAKESPEARE 4 KIDS: DREAM SCHEME
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2021
The Connecticut Shakespeare Festival will transport audiences into fantastical worlds of the unknown! Tickets are now onsale. Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
OF MICE AND MEN to Be Presented On-Demand from Westport Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2021
Westport Country Playhouse will add to its 2021 Season lineup the HD video production from its archives, “Of Mice and Men,” by Nobel Prize and Pulitzer Prize-winning author John Steinbeck, streaming on demand, Monday, September 13 through Sunday, September 26.
Palace Theater Looking For 2ND ACT Story Tellers
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2021
If you do and can tell it in an engaging way in front of a live audience, then the Palace Theater in Waterbury would like to hear from you. The Palace Theater is currently looking for presenters for its innovative speaker's series 2ND ACT that features stories by people of a certain age (50+) telling their story about their second acts.   
Westport Country Playhouse And WSHU Public Radio Partner For SPECIAL DELIVERY Radio Play
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2021
Westport Country Playhouse Radio Theater, a free-of-charge broadcast series, in partnership with WSHU Public Radio, will present the new audio play combining humor and suspense, “Special Delivery,” on Saturday, July 10, at 1:06 p.m. (following a news update at top of the hour), with a rebroadcast on Sunday, July 11, at 4:06 p.m.
The Ivoryton Playhouse to Reopen in July With Mask Mandate Removed
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2021
The Ivoryton Playhouse will open its doors for a 5 play season on July 8, 2021 now with the mask mandate removed as per new AEA recommendations. Covid-19 Safety Manager, Steve Phelan, says: 'We want to assure everyone that we will still be following stringent safety protocols including socially distanced seating, and no concessions will be sold,'
Milford Arts Council Seeks Local Artist Vendors for Pop Up Art Exhibit and Sale 
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
The Milford Arts Council and sponsor, The Milford Bank has announced the return of our Pop Up Art Exhibit. This year The MAC will be doing just one pop up exhibit. This is the time for artists to showcase their work in an outdoor setting while being able to take advantage of the opportunity of having no commission fees taken from their sales. Additionally, local Milford singer-songwriter, Kayte Devlin will perform during the exhibit. 
Westport Country Playhouse's “Story Hour With Jenny” Presents Reading Of WINGS
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
Westport Country Playhouse's “Story Hour with Jenny,” a live, in-person series to engage children, grades K-3, will present an interactive reading of the picture book, “Wings,” about a boy whose appearance makes him the target for school bullies, on Sunday, July 11 , at 11 a.m., on the Playhouse campus.
Rich Dimare to Perform UNDER MY SKIN: A Frank Sinatra Tribute at Cheney Hall
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
Featuring vocalist Rich Dimare, this band will play from a repertoire of over 100 songs from the Rat Pack era. Their knowledge of the Sinatra songbook coupled with their interactions on stage makes this Old Blue Eyes experience unique and something Sinatra lovers won't forget!
BWW Exclusive: Kristin's Korner with the Teen Stars of NPT's FOOTLOOSE
by Nicole Rosky - June 30, 2021
On this edition of Kristin's Korner, Kristin Huffman (Artistic Director of New Paradigm Theatre) interviews the up-and-coming stars who will be playing the leads in NPT's August production of Footloose LIVE! The cast includes: Megan Hasse as Ariel, Ramone Nelson as Ren, Lance Jewett as Chuck, Raul Calderon as Willard, and Erika Spondike as Rusty.
36 Venues Across Connecticut Have Received Shuttered Venue Operator Grants Thus Far
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
Learn more about all of the venues who have received grants thus far, including The Bushnell, The Bijou, Fun Music Productions, Toad's Place, and more!
VIDEO: Watch Highlights From BENNETT & BABS as Part of Goodspeed By The River
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
In an evening filled with classics like “The Way We Were”, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” and “Don’t Rain on My Parade”, you’ll also be enchanted by the stories behind the music. Song after song, hit after hit, Bennett & Babs is a love letter to the American Songbook.
The Ballard Institute and Museum Of Puppetry Presents JUDY SAVES THE DAY
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
To kick off the return of its Summertime Saturday Puppet Show Series, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present Judy Saves the Day by Puppet Showplace Theater resident artist and UConn Puppet Arts alumna Sarah Nolen on July 10 at 11 a.m. ET in Betsy Paterson Square.
The Ballard Institute Presents Its Summertime Saturday Puppet Show Series With In-Person and Virtual Performances
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2021
The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut has announced the return of its Summertime Saturday Puppet Show Series with a mix of virtual and outdoor performances.
BLACK TRANS WOMEN AT THE CENTER to be Presented by Long Wharf Theatre in August
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2021
Upon shuttering its doors at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Long Wharf Theatre reallocated its resources for a planned season of in-person theatre to an emergent season of digital and open-air programming.
VIDEO: First Look at AMBASSADOR OF LOVE as Part of Goodspeed By The River
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2021
Learn more about the performance, which runs through July 18, and purchase tickets here!
Photo Flash: TINY HOUSE at Westport Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2021
Westport Country Playhouse will open its all-virtual 2021 production season with the regional premiere of “Tiny House,” a timely new comedy about downsizing, going green, escaping urban life, and fresh starts, written by Michael Gotch, and directed by Mark Lamos, Playhouse artistic director.
Theater Barn Celebrates A Successful Reopening
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2021
The Ridgefield Theater Barn reopened its doors with a red-carpet splash on June 11, welcoming back patrons and invited guests for the first night of their Evening of One Acts. 

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