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CIRQUE CHINOIS Comes to Bass Concert Hall, 10/10
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2012
Performing Arts Fort Worth welcomes The National Circus of the People's Republic of China, performing "Cirque Chinois," to Bass Performance Hall on Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at 7:30 p.m., as part of the BNSF Popular Entertainment Series. Tickets start at $27.50 and are on sale now.
Dallas Theater Center Participates in Blue Star Theatres Program
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2012
Dallas Theater Center is thrilled to be the only Texas theater company and one of 22 theaters nation-wide to participate in Blue Star Theatres, a collaboration between Theatre Communications Group and Blue Star Families, with leadership support from the MetLife Foundation. This initiative is intended to recognize the contributions of service families and to build stronger connections between the theatre community and military families.
WaterTower Theatre's MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP Free for Addison Residents Today, 9/30
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2012
WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin announced today the second Free Night of Theatre for Addison Residents today, Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. with a performance of The Mystery of Irma Vep.
Bob Hess, Mary Lang, Brandon J. Murphy and More Set for JULIA PASTRANA; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2012
Amphibian Stage Productions today announced casting for its next main stage production, The True History of the Tragic Life and Triumphant Death of Julia Pastrana, the Ugliest Woman in the World by Shaun Prendergast. Bob Hess, Mary Lang, Brandon J. Murphy, Chandler Smith, and Jessica Vera will star in a new production of this powerful play running October 25 through November 18 at the Berlene T. and Jarrell R. Milburn Theatre at 120 South Main Street. This production will be the first in Amphibian's new home in the Near Southside neighborhood of Fort Worth.
Encore Players Perform THE FANTASTICKS This Month At KVPAC, Now thru 10/6
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2012
Classic theatre comes to Katy this month with the incredibly entertaining production of The Fantasticks, directed byElizabeth Mace, at Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center (KVPAC), and performed by Encore Players, Katy's premier community theatre.
Regan Adair and Bryan T. Donovan Star in WaterTower Theatre's THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, Now thru 10/21
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2012
WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin today announced casting details for The Mystery of Irma Vep which will open the 2012-2013 season. The show stars WaterTower Theatre veterans Regan Adair and Bryan T. Donovan.
Photo Flash: First Look at Regan Adair and Bryan T. Donovan in WaterTower's THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2012
WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin presents the second Free Night of Theatre for Addison Residents on Sun., Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. with a performance of The Mystery of Irma Vep.
October 5th Named Lake Worth Playhouse Day
by Kelsey Denette - September 27, 2012
On Tuesday, October 2nd at 6pm at the Lake Worth Commission meeting, Pam Triolo, the Mayor of the City of Lake Worth will proclaim October 5th as Lake Worth Playhouse Day. This is a tremendous honor for the Playhouse to have its own day to kick off the 60th season.
Dallas Opera Opens 2012-13 Season With AIDA
by Kelsey Denette - September 27, 2012
The Dallas Opera is will present the initial production of the 2012-2013 "Pursuits of Passion" Season: Giuseppe Verdi's passionate and moving 19th century masterpiece, AÏDA, one of the most powerful and popular works in the entire opera canon. AÏDA opens on Friday, October 26, 2012 in the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in the Dallas Arts District. The occasion also marks the Dallas Opera's 2012-2013 Season Celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the composer's birth.
Uptown Players Presents Regional Premiere of HELLO AGAIN, 10/5-21
by Kelsey Denette - September 26, 2012
Uptown Players closes its 2012 season with the regional premiere of the adult musical, Hello Again, at the Kalita Humphreys Theater from October 5 through October 21, 2012.
The Lake Worth Playhouse Stonzek Theatre to Screen 3 DAYS OF HAMLET, 10/5-11
by Kelsey Denette - September 26, 2012
The directorial debut of Alex Hyde-White, 3 Days of Hamlet, is a first-person documentary.
LES MIS 25th Anniversary Tour Stops at Bass Concert Hall, Now thru 9/30
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2012
Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's new 25th anniversary production of Les Miserables are on sale for the premiere Fort Worth engagement at Bass Performance Hall. The all new production of Les Miserables features glorious new staging and spectacular reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo.
BWW Reviews: FREUD'S LAST SESSION Ignites Conversation at Theatre Three
by Lauren Smart - September 25, 2012
In FREUD'S LAST SESSION, Mark St. Germain imagines that in the final weeks of his life, the eponymous psychoanalyst summons Lewis to explain "why a man of your intellect, one who shared my convictions, could suddenly abandon truth and embrace an insidious lie."
WaterTower Theatre Names Derek Blount as President of the Board of Directors
by Kelsey Denette - September 25, 2012
WaterTower Theatre has announced the election of Derek Blount as President of the Board of Directors, serving for a third term. WaterTower Theatre also announced the election of a slate of Board Officers including Vice President John Ackley, Secretary Buddy Frazer and Treasurer Katie Myatt.
Circle Theatre Presents GHOST-WRITER, Beginning 10/11
by Kelsey Denette - September 24, 2012
Circle Theatre's 31st Season concludes with Ghost-Writer, the award-winning new drama by Michael Hollinger. This supernatural romance previews Thursday, October 11, at 7:30pm; Friday, October 12, at 8:00pm; and Saturday, October 13 (matinee), at 3:00pm. The production of?cially opens Saturday, October 13, at 8:00pm. The opening night performance will be followed by a post-show party with the cast and crew, sponsored by Oliver's Fine Foods and The Cupcakery.
Performing Arts Fort Worth Welcomes Bill Engvall Tonight, 9/23
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2012
Performing Arts Fort Worth welcomes the return of Texas-bred comedian Bill Engvall to Bass Performance Hall tonight, September 23, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. Tickets start at $38.50 and are on sale NOW.
Dallas Theater Center Presents THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY, 10/19-11/11
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2012
Dallas Theater Center continues its exciting and conversation-provoking 2012-2013 season with the regional premiere of The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity. This unique experience will transport audience members into the thrilling and aggressive world of professional wrestling, complete with a wrestling ring, while weaving a story of power and class in America. The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity runs at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre Friday, October 19 - Sunday, November 11.
BON APPÉTIT! Comes to the Dallas Opera, 2/9
by Kelsey Denette - September 20, 2012
The Dallas Opera has announced that mezzo-Soprano Susan Nicely will portray twentieth-century culinary icon Julia Child in composer Lee Hoiby's BON APPÉTIT! The one-act operetta, with a libretto by Mark Shulgasser and support from The Perot Foundation Education and Community Outreach Programs, is based on two episodes from Julia Child's popular cooking show in which she concocts a chocolate cake.
Dallas Theater Center Extends THE SECOND CITY DOES DALLAS Through 10/6!
by Patrick Nugent - September 19, 2012
Dallas Theater Center is thrilled to announce that the run of THE SECOND CITY DOES DALLAS has been extended through Saturday, October 6th. Due to an overwhelming response, DTC's 2012-2013 season opener will run for an extra week. It is the second extension in a row for DTC at the Wyly.
Texas Performing Arts Presents Grupo Corpo, 10/18-19
by Kelsey Denette - September 17, 2012
By popular demand, Texas Performing Arts presents the two-evening return of Brazil's world-renowned dance company, Grupo Corpo, October 18 & 19 at Bass Concert Hall. Patrons who witnessed their 2009 performance on the Bass Concert Hall stage can attest to the passion, beauty, and originality of this company.
Casa Mañana Presents GREASE, Now thru 9/23
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2012
The smash hit musical Grease comes to Casa Mañana Theatre tonight, September 15 - 23. Tickets are on sale now.
Photo Flash: First Look at Brian McEleney as Trinity Rep's KING LEAR
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2012
Trinity Rep opens its 49th season this month with Shakespeare's sweeping tragedy King Lear, a co-production with The Dallas Theater Center (DTC) and directed by DTC artistic director Kevin Moriarty. When the aging King Lear decides to divide his power between his three daughters, the results are devastating to the family - and the country. Driven by flattery, foolishness, ambition and greed, each generation soon betrays another and even nature itself revolts. King Lear runs through October 21 in Trinity Rep's intimate Dowling Theater. In January 2013, the production will travel to Dallas as part of DTC's 12-13 Season. Get a first look at Brian McEleney as King Lear and the rest of the cast onstage in the photos below!
Zachary James, Broadway's 'Lurch,' Will Join THE ADDAMS FAMILY Tour in Dallas
by Kelsey Denette - September 14, 2012
Full casting has been announced for the upcoming national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, which will make its North Texas premiere October 2-21, 2012, presented by Dallas Summer Musicals at the Music Hall at Fair Park.
Casa Mañana Offers $10 Student Preview Night for GREASE Tonight, 9/14
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2012
Casa Mañana has announced student preview nights for students, as well as faculty and staff, for shows during the 2012 - 2013 Broadway at Casa Mañana season. Tickets are $10 with a valid school ID, limit one per person. The Grease student preview night will take place tonight, September 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Theatre FMPAT/Our Productions Theatre Co. Present PAGEANT PLAY, Now thru 9/23
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2012
Glitz, glamour, kidnapping, money, and really, really small false teeth welcome you to the hilarious, terrifying and surreal world of child beauty pageants to continue the season for Theatre FMPAT/Our Productions Theatre Co. in their new space at the MCL Grand Black Box Theater - tonight, September 13 - 23, 2012, as part of their 20th season.

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