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FUNNY BOY Comes to The Ballard Institute
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2025
As part of its 2025 Spring Puppet Forum Series, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry is pleased to host Funny Boy: The Life of Richard Hunt, a Puppet Forum with Jessica Max Stein.
American Theater Group Presents PURLIE Post-Performance Talkback
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2025
American Theater Group (ATG) will present a Talkback session entitled “The Origins of Purlie” following the Fri. March 7th 7pm performance of Purlie at Hamilton Stage in Rahway.
Video: A.J. Holmes & Kuhoo Verma Sing 'Love Is An Act' From NOBODY LOVES YOU
by Michael Major - February 24, 2025
Watch 'Love Is An Act' from NOBODY LOVES YOU - filmed at the sitzprobe for the new musical production at American Conservatory Theater. Watch the new video now!
A CHORUS LINE to be Presented at The Norwalk Conservatory Of The Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
The Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts will present the Tony Award-winning musical A Chorus Line, set to grace the stage of The Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport. Learn how to attend.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - February 24, 2025
On Friday, February 21st, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my all-time favorite musicals, GUYS AND DOLLS wonderfully performed at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT. This musical features music by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, based on characters created by Damon Runyon. Led by director and musical director Liz Muller and enhanced by choreographers Brandy and Michael Bailey, this cast entertained the packed house who all seemed to enjoy this performance, as I did!
Review: TERRA NOVA at Powerhouse Theatre
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - February 24, 2025
Ted Tally’s Obie Award winning play, Terra Nova, tells the compelling story of the ill-fated British expedition based on facts and the letters and journals found on Captain Robert Scott’s frozen body. Briefly, in 1911-12, teams of five Englishmen and five Norwegians competed to get to the South Pole first. Five men did not return home.
Playhouse on Park Will Host the 9th Annual Jewish Playwriting Contest
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
In collaboration with Charter Oak Cultural Center, Mandell JCC, Emanuel Synagogue and the Jewish Plays Project, Playhouse on Park is hosting the 9th Annual Hartford Jewish Playwriting Contest. 
Review: NATIVE GARDENS at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - February 23, 2025
Karen Zacarías’s Native Gardens is a 90-minute one-act that thrives at the proven winner Westport Country Playhouse. Directed with verve by JoAnn M. Hunter, Native Gardens is a funny but meaningful play about harmony in the neighborhood and in nature.
American Arts Players Will Present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Nicole Rosky - February 23, 2025
The American Arts Players will soon present their upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar, the iconic rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. This electrifying reimagining of the classic musical will run from March 28 to April 12 at The Crystal Theater in Norwalk, CT.
Playhouse On Park To Host A Guinness Tasting Event
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
In conjunction with Playhouse on Park's upcoming production of THE IRISH…AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY (Written by Frank McCourt, Directed by Danielle Paccione, on stage March 12th-30th,) the theatre will host a Guinness tasting event led by beer expert and cartoonist Em Sauter.
Photos: Westport Country Playhouse Presents NATIVE GARDENS
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “Native Gardens,” a comedy about well-intentioned neighbors who become feuding enemies, playing February 18 through March 8. Check out photos from the production.
The Ballard Institute to Welcome Back The Gottabees with DON'T MAKE ME GET DRESSED
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
As part of its 2025 Spring Puppet Performance Series, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will bring back the popular Boston-based company The Gottabee. Learn how to attend.
A.C.T. of CT's Posthumous Prodigy Productions Fellowship Applications Now Available
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2025
A.C.T. of CT has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Posthumous Prodigy Productions Fellowship Award, a prestigious initiative honoring the memory of the late Bryan Gallace of Southport, Connecticut.
A.C.T. of CT Now Accepting Applications For The 2025 Posthumous Prodigy Productions Fellowship For Musicians
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - February 20, 2025
A.C.T. of CT  has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Posthumous Prodigy Productions Fellowship Award, a prestigious initiative honoring the memory of the late Bryan Gallace of Southport, Connecticut.
Westport Country Playhouse Will Host an Evening of Cocktails, Fun Tales, and Backstage Tours in March
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present “Get Ready for Theatre People! An Evening of Cocktails, Fun Tales, and Backstage Tours”, in advance of the curtain rising on the Playhouse production of Paul Slade Smith's backstage comedy “Theatre People.'
Westport Country Playhouse to Present Upcoming Sunday Symposium
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Sunday Symposium, 'Planting Our Gardens – A Conversation about Growing Stronger Together,' exploring themes of inclusivity, respect, and equity.
Photos: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF At A Contemporary Theatre of Connecticut
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2025
A.C.T. (A Contemporary Theatre) of Connecticut has released production photos of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, directed by A.C.T. of CT's Grammy nominated Artistic Directed Daniel C. Levine.
The 'Queen Of Kids' Music' Laurie Berkner Returns To Hartford In March
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2025
Legendary children's musician Laurie Berkner will return to Connecticut with a solo 'Greatest Hits Concert” for families at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.
The Bushnell to Present Annual Fundraiser in March
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
The Bushnell will present its annual gala celebration, Ovations 2025: Decade of Decadence. Inspired by The Bushnell's 2024|25 Broadway Season featuring shows rooted in the unforgettable 1980s. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Bushnell Launches Arts In Education Initiative With Homeschool Open House
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2025
This month The Bushnell will welcome homeschool families to learn more about the arts in education opportunities for children from pre-k through ninth grade. Parents will discover what arts education resources the Bushnell programs have to offer.
The University of Hartford, Hartt School Dance Division To Present HORIZONS
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2025
The University of Hartford, Hartt School Dance Division will present, “Horizons” the spring senior dance concert. Performances are March 12, 13, and 14 at 7:30pm in the Edward C. and Ann T. Roberts Theater at the Mort and Irma Handel Performing Art Center.
Cast Set for THE IRISH... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY at Playhouse on Park
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2025
THE IRISH… AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY is an irreverent history of the Irish through the tumultuous 20th and 21st centuries through the eyes Frank McCourt, coming to Playhouse on Park. Learn how to purchase tickets.
TheaterWorks Hartford's Living Room Series to Continue with Kerri Powers
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2025
TheaterWorks Hartford will present the fourth performance in their 24/25 Living Room Concert Series, an intimate music series that brings local musicians, visiting artists, and more, featuring Kerri Powers. Learn how to attend.
Photos: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE: IN CONCERT Rehearsals at Brief Cameo Productions
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2025
Brief Cameo Productions’ concert staging of The Drowsy Chaperone is scheduled to perform in February. Get a first look inside rehearsals here and learn more about the production!  
BACK TO THE FUTURE IN CONCERT Comes to the Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2025
The Palace Theater and the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra (WSO) are joining forces to present the beloved classic sci-fi film, Back to the Future, with live orchestral accompaniment.

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