BWW Reviews: Theatre Out's BOYS WILL BE BOYS, A New Musical
by Michael L. Quintos - October 22, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's sole gay-and-lesbian theater company, has put on, in its short history of existence, a candy-colored selection of campy, outrageous productions through the years. Perhaps its most overtly homo-celebratory yet is its latest offering, the so-gay-it-bleeds-rainbows original new musical BOYS WILL BE BOYS, with performances continuing at the Empire Theater in Santa Ana through November 20. The intermission-less, 75-minute musical revue-a mixture of Broadway parodies, over-the-top high-jinks, funny tunes with an endless pride parade of double-entendres, and even a few touchingly melancholy moments-is a fairly entertaining musical showcase delivered by an ensemble cast of really talented, strong voices.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 22, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's sole gay-and-lesbian theater company, has put on, in its short history of existence, a candy-colored selection of campy, outrageous productions through the years. Perhaps its most overtly homo-celebratory yet is its latest offering, the so-gay-it-bleeds-rainbows original new musical BOYS WILL BE BOYS, with performances continuing at the Empire Theater in Santa Ana through November 20. The intermission-less, 75-minute musical revue-a mixture of Broadway parodies, over-the-top high-jinks, funny tunes with an endless pride parade of double-entendres, and even a few touchingly melancholy moments-is a fairly entertaining musical showcase delivered by an ensemble cast of really talented, strong voices.
Oanh Nguyen Named SCR Producing Associate As part of TCG Future Leaders Grant
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 22, 2010
Chance Theater is pleased to announce that Artistic Director Oanh Nguyen has been named Producing Associate for South Coast Repertory as part of Theatre Communications Group's New Generations Program.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 22, 2010
Chance Theater is pleased to announce that Artistic Director Oanh Nguyen has been named Producing Associate for South Coast Repertory as part of Theatre Communications Group's New Generations Program.
South Coast Rep Presents BECKY SHAW, 10/22-11/21
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2010
A newly married couple finds their own relationship on the rocks after they set up their friends on a date from hell in Gina Gionfriddo's wicked comedy Becky Shaw, a West Coast premiere that will run Oct. 22 through Nov. 21 at South Coast Repertory.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2010
A newly married couple finds their own relationship on the rocks after they set up their friends on a date from hell in Gina Gionfriddo's wicked comedy Becky Shaw, a West Coast premiere that will run Oct. 22 through Nov. 21 at South Coast Repertory.
SCR Presents SIDEWAYS, 11/5-21
by Nicole Rosky - October 20, 2010
Teachers cast spells, cows wander the halls and pigtails speak in the deliriously funny opener of SCR's Theatre for Young Audiences season: Sideways Stories from Wayside School, which runs Nov. 5-21 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.
by Nicole Rosky - October 20, 2010
Teachers cast spells, cows wander the halls and pigtails speak in the deliriously funny opener of SCR's Theatre for Young Audiences season: Sideways Stories from Wayside School, which runs Nov. 5-21 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.
BWW Interviews: South Pacific's CARMEN CUSACK
by Michael L. Quintos - October 19, 2010
American-born singer/actress Carmen Cusack has certainly had a lot of experience playing extraordinary women. Besides turns as Christine on PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and Fantine in LES MISERABLES (both in England), she took on the role of Elphaba in the US National Tour of WICKED. Now she's wowing more audiences across the country in yet another iconic musical theater role: as Nellie Forbush in the First National Tour of the critically-acclaimed Lincoln Center Theater revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, currently on stage at the Orange County Performing Arts Center through October 24. Before the tour arrived in Costa Mesa, Cusack chatted with BroadwayWorld's Michael Lawrence Quintos about her early musical roots, her roles in this landmark musical as well as that other musical that turned her skin green, and her current woes battling a certain miniature critter colony that's been constantly in the headlines.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 19, 2010
American-born singer/actress Carmen Cusack has certainly had a lot of experience playing extraordinary women. Besides turns as Christine on PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and Fantine in LES MISERABLES (both in England), she took on the role of Elphaba in the US National Tour of WICKED. Now she's wowing more audiences across the country in yet another iconic musical theater role: as Nellie Forbush in the First National Tour of the critically-acclaimed Lincoln Center Theater revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, currently on stage at the Orange County Performing Arts Center through October 24. Before the tour arrived in Costa Mesa, Cusack chatted with BroadwayWorld's Michael Lawrence Quintos about her early musical roots, her roles in this landmark musical as well as that other musical that turned her skin green, and her current woes battling a certain miniature critter colony that's been constantly in the headlines.
BWW Reviews: Laguna Playhouse's I LOVED LUCY Shows Idol Worship
by Michael L. Quintos - October 18, 2010
There was one memorably poignant line uttered towards the end of the new play I LOVED LUCY-now playing at the Laguna Playhouse through October 31-that sticks with you: 'Make someone laugh enough, and you will be loved forever.' Perhaps the line best explains why the opening night audience in attendance at the play's world premiere presentation was a bit more forgiving with this rather flawed production: the play's subject, Lucille Ball, truly was loved by many. Even two decades after her passing, this gigantic icon in the entertainment world remains a national treasure, thanks to the eponymous sitcom that showcased her unmistakable comic talents. Unfortunately, this well-meaning but ultimately one-note tribute to a shining star lacks a bit of polish.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 18, 2010
There was one memorably poignant line uttered towards the end of the new play I LOVED LUCY-now playing at the Laguna Playhouse through October 31-that sticks with you: 'Make someone laugh enough, and you will be loved forever.' Perhaps the line best explains why the opening night audience in attendance at the play's world premiere presentation was a bit more forgiving with this rather flawed production: the play's subject, Lucille Ball, truly was loved by many. Even two decades after her passing, this gigantic icon in the entertainment world remains a national treasure, thanks to the eponymous sitcom that showcased her unmistakable comic talents. Unfortunately, this well-meaning but ultimately one-note tribute to a shining star lacks a bit of polish.
OCPAC Hosts Special Benefit Performance Of PETER PAN 10/17
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2010
The 6 p.m. Sunday, October 17 performance of threesixtyº entertainment's spectacular stage production of PETER PAN will be a special fundraising performance to benefit the Festival of Children Foundation, Orange County Museum of Art, South Coast Repertory and Orange County Performing Arts Center. J M Barrie's classic story is being performed at the Center through November 21 in a state-of-the-art theater pavilion.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2010
The 6 p.m. Sunday, October 17 performance of threesixtyº entertainment's spectacular stage production of PETER PAN will be a special fundraising performance to benefit the Festival of Children Foundation, Orange County Museum of Art, South Coast Repertory and Orange County Performing Arts Center. J M Barrie's classic story is being performed at the Center through November 21 in a state-of-the-art theater pavilion.
Costa Mesa Playhouse Presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee 10/16
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2010
Ready to have some F-U-N? Then come to the Costa Mesa Playhouse this fall when the theater presents the hit Broadway musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee October 16 - November 16, 2010.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2010
Ready to have some F-U-N? Then come to the Costa Mesa Playhouse this fall when the theater presents the hit Broadway musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee October 16 - November 16, 2010.
OC's Pacific Symphony presents HALLOWEEN GOES HOLLYWOOD, 10/16
by Michael L. Quintos - October 15, 2010
Take a walk down the red carpet for an early Halloween celebration when Pacific Symphony shines the spotlight on frightfully delightful movie music. Packed with thrills and chills, kids of all ages are invited to come dressed in costume for HALLOWEEN GOES HOLLYWOOD, the first concert of the Symphony's 2010-2011 Family Musical Mornings series, taking place Saturday, Oct. 16, at 10 and 11:30 a.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 15, 2010
Take a walk down the red carpet for an early Halloween celebration when Pacific Symphony shines the spotlight on frightfully delightful movie music. Packed with thrills and chills, kids of all ages are invited to come dressed in costume for HALLOWEEN GOES HOLLYWOOD, the first concert of the Symphony's 2010-2011 Family Musical Mornings series, taking place Saturday, Oct. 16, at 10 and 11:30 a.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Theatre Out Presents BOYS WILL BE BOYS, A New Musical, 10/15-11/20
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, presents the Southern California Premiere of the new musical BOYS WILL BE BOYS from Oct. 15 through Nov. 20 at the Empire Theatre in Santa Ana, CA.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2010
Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre, presents the Southern California Premiere of the new musical BOYS WILL BE BOYS from Oct. 15 through Nov. 20 at the Empire Theatre in Santa Ana, CA.
BWW Reviews: Beautiful SOUTH PACIFIC Revival Sails Into OCPAC
by Michael L. Quintos - October 14, 2010
Though times certainly have changed from when the Greatest Generation showed true heroism in the battlefields of European and Tropical soil, it's staggering to realize that in 2010, racial issues still feel like a haphazardly patched wound reopened. Prejudice, no matter what the decade, still stings. These themes were boldly explored back in 1949, the year the original production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC first wowed audiences. In this new, exquisite, magnificent revival, director Bartlett Sher lets loose an oustanding, revitalized production that is now playing for a two-week engagement at the Orange County Performing Arts Center through October 24. It's a classic beautifully reborn.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 14, 2010
Though times certainly have changed from when the Greatest Generation showed true heroism in the battlefields of European and Tropical soil, it's staggering to realize that in 2010, racial issues still feel like a haphazardly patched wound reopened. Prejudice, no matter what the decade, still stings. These themes were boldly explored back in 1949, the year the original production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC first wowed audiences. In this new, exquisite, magnificent revival, director Bartlett Sher lets loose an oustanding, revitalized production that is now playing for a two-week engagement at the Orange County Performing Arts Center through October 24. It's a classic beautifully reborn.
Pittsinger, Cusack Lead LCT's SOUTH PACIFIC At OCPAC
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2010
Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations announce casting for the National Tour of The Lincoln Center Theater Production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher playing at the Orange County Performing Arts Center October 12 - 24. For more information on the production, please visit www.SouthPacificOnTour.com.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2010
Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations announce casting for the National Tour of The Lincoln Center Theater Production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher playing at the Orange County Performing Arts Center October 12 - 24. For more information on the production, please visit www.SouthPacificOnTour.com.
OC Performing Arts Presents 'Storytime Live!,' 10/30
by Molly Hagan - October 11, 2010
Nickelodeon and Broadway Across America bring Storytime Live! to the Orange County Performing Arts Center for six performances October 30 and 31. In the midst of a 70-city United States tour, Storytime Live! is the first-ever live family theatrical tour featuring characters from four of the current top-rated preschool shows on television: Dora the Explorer, The Backyardigans, The Wonder Pets! and Ni Hao, Kai-lan. Preschoolers and their parents can see their favorite Nick Jr. characters come to life in one action-packed on-stage adventure hosted by Nick Jr.'s Moose A. Moose and Zee.
by Molly Hagan - October 11, 2010
Nickelodeon and Broadway Across America bring Storytime Live! to the Orange County Performing Arts Center for six performances October 30 and 31. In the midst of a 70-city United States tour, Storytime Live! is the first-ever live family theatrical tour featuring characters from four of the current top-rated preschool shows on television: Dora the Explorer, The Backyardigans, The Wonder Pets! and Ni Hao, Kai-lan. Preschoolers and their parents can see their favorite Nick Jr. characters come to life in one action-packed on-stage adventure hosted by Nick Jr.'s Moose A. Moose and Zee.
BWW Reviews: MEGAN MULLALLY & Supreme Music Program at OCPAC
by Michael L. Quintos - October 09, 2010
'As you can tell, we're not really a cabaret. Surprise!' So begins Megan Mullally during the start of her series of concerts at the Orange County Performing Arts Center's Samueli Theater with her band Supreme Music Program. The mostly older crowd expecting jazz standards and showtunes on her return engagement to the Center were treated instead to an eclectic collection of story-songs interpreted by a truly amazing vocalist, backed by an incredible, hard-working band. Shows continue through October 10.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 09, 2010
'As you can tell, we're not really a cabaret. Surprise!' So begins Megan Mullally during the start of her series of concerts at the Orange County Performing Arts Center's Samueli Theater with her band Supreme Music Program. The mostly older crowd expecting jazz standards and showtunes on her return engagement to the Center were treated instead to an eclectic collection of story-songs interpreted by a truly amazing vocalist, backed by an incredible, hard-working band. Shows continue through October 10.
Megan Mullally & Supreme Music Program Kick Off the 10-11 Cabaret Series At OCPAC
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2010
Emmy® Award-winning actress, comedienne and singer Megan Mullally returns to the Orange County Performing Arts Center with her band Supreme Music Program October 7 - 10 to open the 2010-2011 Cabaret Series in Samueli Theater.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2010
Emmy® Award-winning actress, comedienne and singer Megan Mullally returns to the Orange County Performing Arts Center with her band Supreme Music Program October 7 - 10 to open the 2010-2011 Cabaret Series in Samueli Theater.
Orange County Performing Arts Center Presents 2010 – 2011 Cabaret and Jazz Series
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's 2010-2011 Cabaret and Jazz Series are star-studded celebrations of award-winning singers, musicians and artists from Broadway to the Metropolitan Opera, from television to motion pictures and from concert stage to the top clubs in the country.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's 2010-2011 Cabaret and Jazz Series are star-studded celebrations of award-winning singers, musicians and artists from Broadway to the Metropolitan Opera, from television to motion pictures and from concert stage to the top clubs in the country.
Pittsinger, Cusack Lead LCT's SOUTH PACIFIC At OCPAC
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 06, 2010
Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations announce casting for the National Tour of The Lincoln Center Theater Production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher playing at the Orange County Performing Arts Center October 12 - 24. For more information on the production, please visit www.SouthPacificOnTour.com.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 06, 2010
Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations announce casting for the National Tour of The Lincoln Center Theater Production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher playing at the Orange County Performing Arts Center October 12 - 24. For more information on the production, please visit www.SouthPacificOnTour.com.
Photo Flash: Carol Channing Receives Star on Palm Springs Walk of Stars
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 06, 2010
On Saturday, Palm Spring's declared October 2nd, Carol Channing Day as three-time Tony Award and Golden Globe award winner received a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars on Saturday in front of the Azul restaurant and Georgies Alibi (369 N. Palm Canyon Drive).
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 06, 2010
On Saturday, Palm Spring's declared October 2nd, Carol Channing Day as three-time Tony Award and Golden Globe award winner received a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars on Saturday in front of the Azul restaurant and Georgies Alibi (369 N. Palm Canyon Drive).
La Mirada Theatre Presents KNUFFLE BUNNY, 10/24
by Nicole Rosky - October 05, 2010
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts kicks off its 2010-2011 Programs for Young Audiences series with Kennedy Center Theater for Young Audiences On Tour newest national touring production, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical. With music by Grammy Award winning composer Michael Silversher, six-time Emmy Award winning author/illustrator Mo Willems adapts his Caldecott Honor winning children's book Knuffle Bunny into a brand new family musical. Directed by Rosemary Newcott with choreography by Paige Hernandez. The production is recommended for children ages 4 and up. Performances are Sunday, October 24, 2010 at 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.
by Nicole Rosky - October 05, 2010
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts kicks off its 2010-2011 Programs for Young Audiences series with Kennedy Center Theater for Young Audiences On Tour newest national touring production, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical. With music by Grammy Award winning composer Michael Silversher, six-time Emmy Award winning author/illustrator Mo Willems adapts his Caldecott Honor winning children's book Knuffle Bunny into a brand new family musical. Directed by Rosemary Newcott with choreography by Paige Hernandez. The production is recommended for children ages 4 and up. Performances are Sunday, October 24, 2010 at 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.
OCPAC Hosts Special Benefit Performance Of PETER PAN 10/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 05, 2010
The 6 p.m. Sunday, October 17 performance of threesixtyº entertainment's spectacular stage production of PETER PAN will be a special fundraising performance to benefit the Festival of Children Foundation, Orange County Museum of Art, South Coast Repertory and Orange County Performing Arts Center. J M Barrie's classic story is being performed at the Center through November 21 in a state-of-the-art theater pavilion.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 05, 2010
The 6 p.m. Sunday, October 17 performance of threesixtyº entertainment's spectacular stage production of PETER PAN will be a special fundraising performance to benefit the Festival of Children Foundation, Orange County Museum of Art, South Coast Repertory and Orange County Performing Arts Center. J M Barrie's classic story is being performed at the Center through November 21 in a state-of-the-art theater pavilion.
BWW Reviews: SCR's IN THE NEXT ROOM Is a Stimulating Jolt of Laughter
by Michael L. Quintos - October 05, 2010
Summary: Hands down one of the funniest new plays I've seen this year, IN THE NEXT ROOM, or THE VIBRATOR PLAY--with performances continuing through October 17 at the Julianne Argyros Stage--is a giddy, poignant, and often witty modern comedy that was a finalist for this year's Pulitzer Prize. Fresh off its recent Tony Award-nominated production at the Lincoln Center Theatre, this new production of Sarah Ruhl's charming play commissioned by South Coast Repertory is an intellectually satisfying comedy that's surprisingly classy and sophisticated, yet wholly sweet and approachable.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 05, 2010
Summary: Hands down one of the funniest new plays I've seen this year, IN THE NEXT ROOM, or THE VIBRATOR PLAY--with performances continuing through October 17 at the Julianne Argyros Stage--is a giddy, poignant, and often witty modern comedy that was a finalist for this year's Pulitzer Prize. Fresh off its recent Tony Award-nominated production at the Lincoln Center Theatre, this new production of Sarah Ruhl's charming play commissioned by South Coast Repertory is an intellectually satisfying comedy that's surprisingly classy and sophisticated, yet wholly sweet and approachable.
The Laguna Playhouse presents 'I LOVED LUCY', 10/5-10/31
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2010
Comedienne Lucille Ball left an indelible imprint on fans throughout the world, but most saw only the public persona. Now, go behind the scenes and get a glimpse of the personal side of Lucy when The Laguna Playhouse presents the World Premiere of I LOVED LUCY by Lee Tannen, based on his best-selling memoir, October 5 - 31, 2010. The play is directed by Todd Weeks, and stars Broadway actors Diane J. Findlay as Lucille Ball and Jeffry Denman as Lee.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2010
Comedienne Lucille Ball left an indelible imprint on fans throughout the world, but most saw only the public persona. Now, go behind the scenes and get a glimpse of the personal side of Lucy when The Laguna Playhouse presents the World Premiere of I LOVED LUCY by Lee Tannen, based on his best-selling memoir, October 5 - 31, 2010. The play is directed by Todd Weeks, and stars Broadway actors Diane J. Findlay as Lucille Ball and Jeffry Denman as Lee.
UCI Closes 'ABRAHAM AND ISAAC IN JERUSALEM', 10/2
by Michael L. Quintos - October 02, 2010
A modern take on an ancient tale-ABRAHAM AND ISAAC IN JERUSALEM-follows an American college troupe as it takes its medieval English-bible play and all-male choir to the holy city of Jerusalem, hoping to find common ground among the city's Arab and Jewish populations. This new play is written and directed by Robert Cohen, Claire Trevor Professor of Drama. The World Premiere performs on Sept. 29 & 30; Oct. 1 & 2.
by Michael L. Quintos - October 02, 2010
A modern take on an ancient tale-ABRAHAM AND ISAAC IN JERUSALEM-follows an American college troupe as it takes its medieval English-bible play and all-male choir to the holy city of Jerusalem, hoping to find common ground among the city's Arab and Jewish populations. This new play is written and directed by Robert Cohen, Claire Trevor Professor of Drama. The World Premiere performs on Sept. 29 & 30; Oct. 1 & 2.
BROADWAY MEMORIES Fundraiser Led By Foster, Pascal & More At OC Pavilion 10/2
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2010
Broadway Knights is pleased to present Broadway Memories, a fundraiser concert to benefit Alzheimer's Association and Capistrano Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the OC Pavilion in Santa Ana.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2010
Broadway Knights is pleased to present Broadway Memories, a fundraiser concert to benefit Alzheimer's Association and Capistrano Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the OC Pavilion in Santa Ana.
Bandaloop Comes To Segerstrom Hall to Kick Off OCPAC's International Dance Series
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's 2010-2011 Dance Series will begin with three breathtaking FREE performances by one of America's finest contemporary dance companies, San Francisco-based Project Bandaloop.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2010
The Orange County Performing Arts Center's 2010-2011 Dance Series will begin with three breathtaking FREE performances by one of America's finest contemporary dance companies, San Francisco-based Project Bandaloop.
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