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WALTER CRONKITE IS DEAD By Joe Calarco to be Presented at Chenney Hall
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2021
Two opinionated women (one from a 'Red State,' one from a 'Blue') are stuck together in an airport. Check out this insightful comedy by Joe Calarco to find out who is left standing.
The Guthrie Brothers Present SCARBOROUGH FAIR, A Simon & Garfunkel Experience
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2021
Prepare to fall in love again with the music of Simon & Garfunkel. From their first startlingly authentic rendition of 'Sound of Silence,' to their playful version of 'Cecilia,' Jeb Guthrie and Jock Guthrie will have every audience member smiling and singing along.
Westport Country Playhouse Announces New Summer Theater Camp
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2021
Westport Country Playhouse will launch CampWCP, a new, in-person, social justice theater camp for 10 middle school students (6th through 8th grade) with playwright José Casas and the Playhouse's Roz and Bud Siegel director of education Jenny Nelson.
Beach Boys Tribute to be Presented By The Driftwoods at Cheney Hall
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2021
Cheney Hall will welcome back The Driftwoods, East Coast's original Beach Boys tribute band! Last time, the sold-out audience enjoyed covers of hit songs like 'Wouldn't It Be Nice' and 'God Only Knows,' as well as other Beach Boy favorites, including 'Good Vibrations.'
Yale Announces The Winners Of The Inaugural Misty Upham Award For Young Native Actors
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
The Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program has announced the Winners of the Inaugural Misty Upham Award for Young Native Actors.
Single Tickets to Go On Sale in May for Westport Country Playhouse 2021 All-Virtual Season
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
Single tickets for Westport Country Playhouse’s all-virtual 2021 Season will go on sale, beginning Tuesday, May 4, at noon EDT.  The Playhouse’s 2021 Season, from June 15 through December 19, has been reconceived as a diverse entertainment offering that can excel in a virtual environment.
Mauro Sheridan Middle School Will Present COMEDY OF ERRORS on Zoom Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
In October, The Superintendent approved an agreement with Elm Shakespeare Co. to provide an afterschool theater program for students at Mauro Sheridan Interdistrict Magnet School, from October 12, 2020, to June 30, 2021.
New Dates Announced for Melissa Etheridge at Warner Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2021
 New date! The Warner Theatre has announced the MELISSA ETHERIDGE concert originally scheduled for April 2020, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at 8 pm. All original tickets are valid for the new date.   
BWW Review: IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Castle Craig Players
by Sean Fallon - April 25, 2021
During the pandemic, I have greatly missed the consistent high quality live performances from the Castle Craig Players.  I am looking forward to when they will be able to perform live, again, which I hope will be very soon.  In the meantime, I am happy to say that now, online, the Castle Craig Players have performed, recorded, and edited a production for viewing on YouTube.  IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST by Oscar Wilde is a British comedy, excellently performed by a talented cast of actors and actresses who are very consistent with their believable British accents.
LIGHT WARRIORS Brings Live Performance Back to the Bijou Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2021
Live performance will return to the Bijou Theatre with Light Warriors next month. The performance will take place both in person, and streamed online, on May 14, 2021 at 8:00pm.
ACT of Connecticut Announces 2021 Annual Gala: INTO THE WOODS - IN CONCERT Edition
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
ACT of Connecticut has announced its 2021 Annual Gala: INTO THE WOODS - IN CONCERT Edition! This year’s exclusive Gala will be held in-person on both Friday, May 14 and Saturday, May 15, and tickets are on sale now.
Elm Shakespeare Company Announces 'Special Edition' of Summer Shakespeare in Edgerton Park
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
This week, Elm Shakespeare Company announced a 'Special Edition' of Summer Shakespeare in Edgerton Park, a beloved 25-year old tradition for the entire region. The season offers a host of activities both in-person and online that promises something for everyone.  
THE SOUND OF MUSIC to be Presented by Fairfield Center Stage in June
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
Fairfield Center Stage along with partner Fairfield Museum & History Center will present an outdoor musical production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC in downtown Fairfield this June. The show runs one weekend only: June 24-26, 2021 at Fairfield Museum Commons at 370 Beach Rd behind Old Town Hall.
Elm Shakespeare Announces Upcoming Events
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2021
Elm Shakespeare has announced its lineup of upcoming events.
Loren Allred, Michael Dameski and More Announced for Spring For Abilis 70th Anniversary Celebration
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2021
The 70th anniversary celebration Spring for Abilis is scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 6:30 p.m., and will feature a virtual gala packed with comedy, entertainment, singing, dancing and the Abilis' Giving Garden and live auction appeal - plus so much more!
Student Blog: Student Spotlight: Upperclassmen Edition
by Student Blogger: Erika Spondike - April 21, 2021
Bella (MT class of 2022) and Emma (AT class of 2021) are two fantastic actresses with a little more experience under their belts. I was so happy that they took the time to answer these questions for me! And boy, did they have some awesome answers.
Pianist David Korevaar To Perform Free Zoom Recital For Chopin Society Of Connecticut
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
Award-winning pianist David Korevaar will perform a free zoom recital on Sunday, April 25 at 3pm EST for th
BWW Review: THE SOUND INSIDE Reverberates Online at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Derek McCracken - April 20, 2021
Ethical boundaries and emotional bonds fray in playwright Adam Rapp’s THE SOUND INSIDE, a cryptic and creative trope-defying drama exploring a symbiotic and suspenseful Ivy League professor-student friendship. The 90-minute filmed-to-stream production from Producing Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Hartford filmmaker Pedro Bermudez brings the audience to a tense audio-visual threshold where an academic power dynamic morphs into an unconventional space of negotiation, conflict and resolution.     
New Haven Symphony Orchestra Will Perform Concerts at Canal Dock Boathouse This Spring and Summer
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2021
The New Haven Symphony Orchestra (NHSO) returns to live music performances with 14 concerts on the New Haven waterfront between May 21 and July 4.
Photo Flash: First Look At THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Presented by Castle Craig Players
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2021
Meriden's Castle Craig Players have produced a 'Wilde-ly' innovative digital production of 'The Importance of Being Earnest”, which will stream FREE to your home on Friday, April 23 at 8pm! Oscar Wilde’s wildly entertaining comedy sparkles with dazzling wordplay and hilariously unlikely situations.
THE PERILS OF MR. PUNCH to be Presented by The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2021
As part of its 2021 Spring virtual programming, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present The Perils of Mr. Punch by Modern Times Theater on April 24, 2021 at 4 p.m. ET via Zoom.
Central Connecticut State University Dance Education Program Presents Virtual Showcase 'Legends'
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2021
Central Connecticut State University's Dance Education Program presents 'Legends' in collaboration with student dance company Dancentral. 'Legends' is the annual Spring Faculty Dance Showcase and will be livestreamed on April 18th at 3 p.m.
Jessica Kirson And Christine O'leary Will Perform At The Ridgefield Playhouse In May
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2021
Kick off the month of May with a night of laughs when Jessica Kirson and Christine O'Leary take their comedy outdoors at The Ridgefield Playhouse!  The socially distanced stand-up show will take place under the tent on Saturday, May 1 at 4:30pm and is part of the Barts Tree Service Comedy Series. 
Waterbury Area Businesses to Support Dueling Piano Arts Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2021
The Arts & Culture Collaborative, Waterbury Region, is bringing back the fun in fundraising, with the return of the dueling piano sensation, The Flying Ivories, on Thursday, April 29 at 6:30 p.m.
Shubert Theater Partners With Griffin Health to Offer Vaccinations to New Haven Residents
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2021
New Haven’s Shubert Theater is teaming up with Griffin Health’s mobile vaccination team, to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to New Haven residents.

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