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The Arc Of Litchfield County Partners With The Warner Theatre On Workshop
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
The Arc of Litchfield County (LARC) has been awarded a grant from Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation to fund a performance and movement workshop at the Warner Theatre.
Performances of 42 STREET Added at Goodspeed Musicals
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Additional performances have been added to the blockbuster tap dancing extravaganza 42nd Street at Goodspeed Musicals.  The toe-tapping crowd-pleaser will run from Sept. 16 – Nov. 6 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, Conn., with extra performances recently added on Tuesday, Oct. 11 and 25 at 2:00 p.m.
Photos: First Look at Madison Lyric Stage's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Madison Lyric Stage is now presenting Edward Albee's dark comedy Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? inside their brand-new tent on the grounds of Madison's Deacon John Grave House, September 16-25. Marc Deaton directs. Check out photos here
Photos: Inside The Westport Country Playhouse's 2022 Gala With Renee Elise Goldsberry, and More!
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Multi-award-winning Broadway star Renée Elise Goldsberry, perhaps best known for her role as Angelica Schuyler in the musical “Hamilton,” headlined Westport Country Playhouse’s 2022 Gala, “Back to the Playhouse!,” on Saturday evening, September 17. Check out photos here!
Westport Country Playhouse Launches Playhouse Mobile Unit
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Westport Country Playhouse is launching its new Playhouse Mobile Unit, a fully-staged play that will travel to young audiences, grades 6 to 10, for a live theatrical performance. The project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Town of Westport's ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funding for the arts.
Sacred Heart University Community Theatre Presents Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
Sacred Heart University Community Theatre presents Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn.
Eric Mintel Quartet to Present CHARLIE BROWN HOLIDAY JAZZ at Cheney Hall
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
Get into the holiday spirit with this festive jazz concert! Come together and enjoy a full evening of music, as the Eric Mintel Quartet brings to life the soundtrack from Charles Schulz's endearing 1965 holiday classic, 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' at Cheney Hall! The event will take place on Friday, December 16. 
Pantochino Opens Season With SCHOOL SPIRITS and ROCKY HORROR
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
Award-winning Pantochino Productions, a professional not-for-profit theatre company in Milford will open its 2022-23 season with two musicals, Richard O’Brien’s  “The Rocky Horror Show” and a new family-friendly Halloween musical, “School Spirits.” The two shows will play in repertory from October 14 through 30 at the MAC, Milford Arts Council on Railroad Avenue in Downtown Milford.
Interview: LIZZIE KLEMPERER now teaches singing lessons in Fairfield County
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - September 18, 2022
Meet Lizzie Klemperer, professional performer, voice teacher, and new Connecticut resident. All three things are important to people in Westchester and Fairfield County who love musical theatre.
Photos: First Look at LADY DAY at Playhouse on Park in Rehearsal
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2022
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL by Lanie Robertson will run at Playhouse on Park September 28 - October 16, 2022. This production will be directed by Broadway veteran Stephanie Pope Lofgren. Check out a first look at rehearsals here.
Stephanie Pope Lofgren to Teach Fosse Dance Master Classes at Playhouse Theatre Academy This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2022
Playhouse Theatre Academy will welcome back Stephanie Pope Lofgren for two exciting Fosse master classes. Stephanie is currently directing Playhouse on Park’s production of LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL, which tells the story of Billie Holiday’s final performance.
Review: THE FANTASTICKS at Powerhouse Performing Arts Center
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - September 17, 2022
What did our critic think of THE FANTASTICKS at Powerhouse Performing Arts Center?
BIG FISH & GOOD WILL HUNTING to be Shown at Nancy Marine Studio Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Movies @ the Warner will present BIG FISH, 9/22 at 7 pm. The following week, the Warner will show GOOD WILL HUNTING, 9/29 at 7 pm. 
Connecticut Ballet Announces Three-Production Season at The Bushnell and Palace Theatre In Stamford
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Connecticut Ballet, under the artistic direction of Brett Raphael, announced the lineup for its 42nd season including the return of its holiday blockbuster: Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker featuring major guest artists from the New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. After opening with the Connecticut Ballet's first-ever production of the beloved classic at The Bushnell's Belding Theatre in Hartford, The Nutcracker heads to The Palace Theatre in Stamford.
Fairfield Center Stage Presents THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Fairfield Center Stage time warps to 1973 with THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW -- MOVIE WITH LIVE FLOOR SHOW: on Friday, October 28th @ 7:30pm and Saturday October 29th at @ 7:30pm at Trevi Lounge, a popular gay bar at 548 Kings Highway Cutoff. Free parking onsite and in vicinity lots.
Hartford Stage Announces The Cast Of Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2022
Hartford Stage has announced the cast of Agatha Christie's indelible murder mystery, The Mousetrap. Directed by Jackson Gay (Make Believe, 2018) performances of this twist-filled thriller will begin on October 13 at the Tony Award-winning theater in downtown Hartford. Opening Night is scheduled for October 21, 2022.
THE GREAT GATSBY to be Presented at Ivoryton Playhouse This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2022
No book has captured the essence of America in the 1920s with such damning insight as F. Scott Fitzgerald’s THE GREAT GATSBY, opening on stage at the Ivoryton Playhouse on Thursday, September 29th.
Long Wharf Theatre Announces Additional Details on Fall Programming Featuring JELLY'S LAST JAM & More
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Long Wharf Theatre announced today additional details for fall programming at 222 Sargent Drive as part of Act 1 of its 2022-2023 season. Dignity, Always Dignity will be presented on September 10 and 11, while performances for Jelly’s Last Jam will take place on September 17 and 18.
East Haven's Cabaret On Main Makes Its Debut This Saturday
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
In 2013, Billy DiCrosta and Neil Fuentes introduced the New Haven Academy of Performing Arts, an ambitious project that sought to mentor young talent from across the state.
Sacred Heart University Community Theatre Presents Robert Klein in November
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
For more than 40 years, Robert Klein has had an acclaimed career in comedy, on Broadway, on television and in film.
'Spike Jonze, Maurice Sendak, And The World Of Puppetry' Online Puppet Forum Released Online This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
As a special Fall Online Puppet Forum event, in conjunction with its current exhibition Swing Into Action: Maurice Sendak and the World of Puppetry, the Ballard Institute will present “Spike Jonze, Maurice Sendak, and the World of Puppetry,” a discussion with the famed director of Where the Wild Things Are, Being John Malkovich, and other acclaimed films
Warner Theatre To Host Special Effects Master Class With Tyler Green
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Education @ the Warner Presents “Special Effects: Cuts & Bruises” with Tyler Green, Saturday, November 5 at 2 pm. Tyler will provide detailed demonstration of his craft, and then guide students through creating realistic cuts and bruises on a fellow classmate. This class is best suited for ages 16 and up. 
Milford Arts Council Kicks Off Eastbound Theatre's 29th Season With THE REALISTIC JONESES
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2022
Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council has announced the first show of its 29th season, The Realistic Joneses by Will Eno. Directed by CJ Nolan, the production opens at The MAC on September 23rd and runs weekends through October 9th.
Little Theatre of Manchester Announces ROCKIN' THE BLUES AWAY
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2022
Little Theatre of Manchester just announced their Rocktober concert event – Rockin' the Blues Away! October 7, three of the hottest local bands will rock the stage, serving up some of the best in blues, country, folk, jazz, classic rock, and more!
ACT Of CT Announces Cast For GUYS AND DOLLS
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2022
ACT (A Contemporary Theatre) of Connecticut has announced the cast for the first production of their 2022-2023 season – GUYS AND DOLLS. The show marks the start to the theater's fifth season. 

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