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Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsals for ROSEMARY AND TIME at the Paradise Factory Theatre Main Stageby Stephi Wild - New York City
(01/25/2018) - Rosemary and Time, the mesmerizing new play written by award-winning playwright Jennifer Fell Hayes, opens next week at the Paradise Factory Main Stage in the East Village. The World Premiere is directed by Jennifer's long time collaborator, Kathy Gail MacGowan. Get a first look inside the rehearsal room with the photos below!
Photo Coverage: Friars Club Inaugurates Monthly Comedy Showby Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(01/24/2018) - Humor has always been a major element of the Friars Experience and a new generation of younger comics and audiences are now becoming a part of that history. The club is bringing the brightest young comedians to the place where many jokes and laughs have been heard .The Milton Berle Room of the Friars Club.
Photo Flash: Regeneration Theatre Revives AIDS History Play AS IS
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/22/2018) - n 1985, when As Is first appeared at the Circle Theatre, AIDS was a new moment in time. A pandemic with no cure or reason. AS IS was one of the first plays, and subsequent teleplay, depicting how AIDS was affecting the LGBTQ Community. Its power was also in that it focused on a small group of friends and what it did to them. It proceeded Larry Kramer's The Normal Heart by about a month.
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/22/2018) - n 1985, when As Is first appeared at the Circle Theatre, AIDS was a new moment in time. A pandemic with no cure or reason. AS IS was one of the first plays, and subsequent teleplay, depicting how AIDS was affecting the LGBTQ Community. Its power was also in that it focused on a small group of friends and what it did to them. It proceeded Larry Kramer's The Normal Heart by about a month.
Photo Flash: THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Celebrates 1000 Performances Worldwideby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/22/2018) - The global sensation, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, created by Jonathan Rockefeller, celebrated its 1000th show worldwide this past Sunday at Union Square's DR2 Theatre .
Photo Flash: Meet the Young Vibrant Cast of WHAT I LEFT BEHIND at the Hudson Guild
by Stephi Wild - New York City
(01/22/2018) - Anthony J. Piccione's powerful piece about teen suicide opens this week at the Hudson Guild, 441 W 26th St, New York City on on January 25@ 9pm; January 26 @ 6:15pm and January 28 @ 8:30pm. 'What I Left Behind' explores teen suicide, its impact, and the repercussions it has on those left behind in a story about a young high school student suffering from severe depression brought on by bullying at the hands of classmates, who shocks everyone by taking her own life.
by Stephi Wild - New York City
(01/22/2018) - Anthony J. Piccione's powerful piece about teen suicide opens this week at the Hudson Guild, 441 W 26th St, New York City on on January 25@ 9pm; January 26 @ 6:15pm and January 28 @ 8:30pm. 'What I Left Behind' explores teen suicide, its impact, and the repercussions it has on those left behind in a story about a young high school student suffering from severe depression brought on by bullying at the hands of classmates, who shocks everyone by taking her own life.
Photo Flash: Start 2018 With DIARY OF A MADMAN at John Cullum Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/19/2018) - Amid inclement weather and other January obstacles, Ilia Volok opened the Off-Broadway run of his riveting one-man show, DIARY OF A MADMAN, this past Wednesday to great excitement. His re-imagined version of Nikolai Gogol's dark piece, which won enormous praise during its West Coast tour and garnered great success during its East Coast try-out at New York's Beckman Theatre now is enjoying an Off-Broadway run at the spacious John Cullum Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/19/2018) - Amid inclement weather and other January obstacles, Ilia Volok opened the Off-Broadway run of his riveting one-man show, DIARY OF A MADMAN, this past Wednesday to great excitement. His re-imagined version of Nikolai Gogol's dark piece, which won enormous praise during its West Coast tour and garnered great success during its East Coast try-out at New York's Beckman Theatre now is enjoying an Off-Broadway run at the spacious John Cullum Theatre.
Photo Flash: First Look at Obie Winner Ellen Maddow and Talking Band's FUSIFORM GYRUSby Stephi Wild - New York City
(01/19/2018) - Talking Band will present the world premiere of Fusiform Gyrus - A Septet for Two Scientists and Five Horns, written and composed by OBIE Award winner Ellen Maddow, and directed by Ellie Heyman, running from February 7 - 25, 2018 in a limited engagement at HERE, located at 145 6th Avenue (Enter on Dominick, 1 block south of Spring) in New York City. Previews begin February 7 for a February 13 opening.
Photo Flash: Johanna Telander's KALEVALA THE MUSICAL Concert
by Rebecca Russo - New York City
(01/18/2018) - KALEVALA The Musical is a story of ancient legends told by the spirits of the haunted forest of Kalevala. The musical is adapted from materials of the national epic poem of Finland. Among others, the author of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and The Hobbit, J.R.R.Tolkien has acknowledged the direct influence of Kalevala in his works. The story has been set to an ethereal yet powerful pop, folk, and world music score written by Johanna Telander. The concert will feature performances from composer Johanna Telander, Raissa Katona Bennett (The Phantom of the Opera), Omer Shaish (Radio City Christmas Spectacular), and acclaimed Finnish actress Reeta Vestman, along with Mary Baron, Nicole Corris, Kelly Delaveris, Jennifer Hiemstra, Natsuko Hirano, Markus Kaitila, John Koski, Kristi Roosmaa, Catrina Teruel, and Amanda Yachechak. The band includes David Fletcher, Carol Ma, Arei Sekiguchi, and Christopher Telander, with musical direction by Sean Ferguson.
by Rebecca Russo - New York City
(01/18/2018) - KALEVALA The Musical is a story of ancient legends told by the spirits of the haunted forest of Kalevala. The musical is adapted from materials of the national epic poem of Finland. Among others, the author of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and The Hobbit, J.R.R.Tolkien has acknowledged the direct influence of Kalevala in his works. The story has been set to an ethereal yet powerful pop, folk, and world music score written by Johanna Telander. The concert will feature performances from composer Johanna Telander, Raissa Katona Bennett (The Phantom of the Opera), Omer Shaish (Radio City Christmas Spectacular), and acclaimed Finnish actress Reeta Vestman, along with Mary Baron, Nicole Corris, Kelly Delaveris, Jennifer Hiemstra, Natsuko Hirano, Markus Kaitila, John Koski, Kristi Roosmaa, Catrina Teruel, and Amanda Yachechak. The band includes David Fletcher, Carol Ma, Arei Sekiguchi, and Christopher Telander, with musical direction by Sean Ferguson.
Photo Flash: Met Orchestra Musicians and Manhattan BP Gale Brewer Perform at Harry Belafonte Public Libraryby Stephi Wild - New York City
(01/17/2018) - Members of the MET Orchestra were joined by Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer at The New York Public Library's Harry Belafonte Branch at 203 West 115th Street in Harlem to perform a FREE 'Musical Read-Aloud' for children and families.
Photo Flash: The Associates World Premiere of SHEILA at A.R.T./New York Theatresby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/16/2018) - The Associates proudly present the world premiere of SHEILA, created and written by The Associates, and directed by Jamal Abdunnasir. SHEILA runs from January 12 - 27, 2018 in a limited engagement at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at the A.R.T./New York Theatres, located at 502 West 53rd Street between 10th and 11th Avenues in New York City. Previews begin January 12 for a January 14 opening.
Photo Flash: First Look at ROSEMARY AND TIME at Paradise Factory Main Stageby Stephi Wild - New York City
(01/11/2018) - Award-winning playwright and published author Jennifer Fell Hayes, mesmerizing new play, Rosemary and Time is set to run at the Paradise Factory Main Stage February 2 through February 17, 2018. The limited run is directed by long time collaborator, Kathy Gail MacGowan who has worked extensively in Off and Off-Off Broadway theatre.
Photo Flash: Broadway at Birdland presents Gabrielle Stravelli and Billy Stritch in DOWN FOR DOUBLEby A.A. Cristi - Cabaret
(01/10/2018) - The Broadway at Birdland concert series was proud to present jazz singer Gabrielle Stravelli with singer/pianist Billy Stritch in Down For Double on Monday, January 8.
Photo Flash: First Look at World Premiere of MEMORARE...by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/10/2018) - As previously announced, the critically acclaimed Beautiful Soup Theater Collective will present the world premiere production of Steven Carl McCasland's Memorare this winter. The new drama, featuring an all female ensemble, will bow at St. John's Lutheran Church on Christopher Street in January of 2018. Set to star in the production is Helen Hayes Award-winner Patti Mariano as Sister Mary Cecelia (Broadway: Original Cast of The Music Man, George M!, The Full Monty and more) and newcomer Ashleigh Awusie as Sister Mary Azu (Ain't Never Been Easy). Award-winning director Peter Darney (5 Guys Chillin') directs the limited engagement.
Photo Flash: NYC Premiere Of THE SNOWY DAY... Opens On MLK Day Weekend At St. Luke's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/10/2018) - January 13, 2018, with an added performance on MLK Day, January 15th. Adapted for the stage by Jerome Hairston, with music by Victor Zupanc, the show is inspired by four of Keats' most beloved stories, including the 1963 Caldecott Award-winning The Snowy Day. The show celebrates the wonder of childhood in the city - from making tracks in the freshly fallen snow, to learning how to whistle, to imagining new worlds with a best friend who lives across the hall - these small moments of delight and joy are captured beautifully. Incorporating shadow puppets, songs, mime and humor, the 45 minute show for children will appeal to all ages.
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/10/2018) - January 13, 2018, with an added performance on MLK Day, January 15th. Adapted for the stage by Jerome Hairston, with music by Victor Zupanc, the show is inspired by four of Keats' most beloved stories, including the 1963 Caldecott Award-winning The Snowy Day. The show celebrates the wonder of childhood in the city - from making tracks in the freshly fallen snow, to learning how to whistle, to imagining new worlds with a best friend who lives across the hall - these small moments of delight and joy are captured beautifully. Incorporating shadow puppets, songs, mime and humor, the 45 minute show for children will appeal to all ages.
Photo Flash: Mint Theater Company presents New York Revival of HINDLE WAKESby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/08/2018) - Mint Theater (Jonathan Bank, Producing Artistic Director) will present a rare revival -the first in 95 years! - of Stanley Houghton's Hindle Wakes. Performances will continue through February 17th only, at the Clurman Theater at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street). Opening Night is set for January 18th.
Photo Flash: Beautiful Soup Theater Collective presents the World Premiere of MEMORAREby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(01/05/2018) - As previously announced, the critically acclaimed Beautiful Soup Theater Collective will present the world premiere production of Steven Carl McCasland's Memorare this winter. The new drama, featuring an all female ensemble, will bow at St. John's Lutheran Church on Christopher Street in January of 2018. Set to star in the production is Helen Hayes Award-winner Patti Mariano as Sister Mary Cecelia (Broadway: Original Cast of The Music Man, George M!, The Full Monty and more) and newcomer Ashleigh Awusie as Sister Mary Azu (Ain't Never Been Easy). Award-winning director Peter Darney (5 Guys Chillin') directs the limited engagement.
Photo Flash: Second Annual FEAST Gala Benefits Teens for Food Justiceby Stephi Wild - New York City
(12/22/2017) - Host Mario Batali and attendees Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Karolina Kurkova, and more created a one-of-a-king evening, merging theater and the culinary arts in support of healthy, equitable food access and youth-led food justice. The event was held November 27 at La Sirena by Mario Batali at the Maritime Hotel, 88 Ninth Avenue. Check out photos below!
Photo Flash: ManDoki Soulmates Make US Debut with WINGS OF FREEDOM Concert at Beacon Theatre
by Julie Musbach - New York City
(12/20/2017) - After 25 years of selling out concert halls and arenas throughout Europe, the supergroup ManDoki Soulmates are thrilled to make their US debut, performing their 'Wings of Freedom' Concert at NYC's Beacon Theatre (2124 Broadway, New York, NY) on January 29, 2018 at 8 pm. Hungarian/German producer and drummer Leslie Mandoki leads the group of what he calls 'musical rebels and idealistic freethinkers' as a way of promoting freedom and tolerance all over the world through music.
by Julie Musbach - New York City
(12/20/2017) - After 25 years of selling out concert halls and arenas throughout Europe, the supergroup ManDoki Soulmates are thrilled to make their US debut, performing their 'Wings of Freedom' Concert at NYC's Beacon Theatre (2124 Broadway, New York, NY) on January 29, 2018 at 8 pm. Hungarian/German producer and drummer Leslie Mandoki leads the group of what he calls 'musical rebels and idealistic freethinkers' as a way of promoting freedom and tolerance all over the world through music.
Photo Flash: NYC & Company Foundation's 17th Annual Visionaries & Voices Galaby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(12/19/2017) - Last night, the NYC & Company Foundation held its 17th annual Visionaries & Voices Gala at the new Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City.
Photo Flash: Christine Ebersole and Billy Stritch Return to Birdland with SNOWFALLby Julie Musbach - Cabaret
(12/19/2017) - The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to present the return of Tony Award-winning actress/singer Christine Ebersole and Grammy Award-winning composer/pianist/singer Billy Stritch in Snowfall. After two packed concerts, the duo has one more show coming up on Thursday, December 28 at 6pm.
Guitar Hero Tinsley Ellis Brings Winning Hand to New York!by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(12/18/2017) - Blues-rock guitar wizard, vocalist and songwriter Tinsley Ellis will celebrate the release of his powerful new CD, WINNING HAND, with a live performance on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at City Winery in New York.
Photo Flash: Steve James, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi And More Attend Abacus: Small Enough To Jail Screening At Metrograph Cinemaby Stephi Wild - New York City
(12/17/2017) - On Wednesday night, the screening of Abacus: Small Enough To Jail at Metrograph Cinema in New York was followed by a panel discussion moderated by award-winning documentary filmmaker Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, and featured director Steve James, producer Mark Mitten, and members of the Sung familiy including Vera Sung, Jill Sung and Chanterelle Sung.
Photo Flash: Lighthouse Guild's Music School Performed in Annual Perform-a-Thonby Stephi Wild - New York City
(12/17/2017) - Music and dance students of all ages from Lighthouse Guild's Filomen M. D'Agostino Greenberg Music School performed in its annual perform-a-thon on Dec. 9 and 14th. The two-day event included dance and musical performances of a variety of styles. Funds raised will help keep tuition costs affordable for students who are visually impaired.
Photo Flash: TRUFFLES: JAZZ, MURDER AND DINNER THEATRE Gets 'Bloody' Merry for the Holidaysby BWW News Desk - New York City
(12/12/2017) - TRUFFLES: Jazz, Murder, and Dinner Theatre continues its run for the holidays after a successful fall journey at Swing 46 Jazz and Supper Club and Joe's Pub at the Public. Scroll down for a peek at the cast in action!
Photo Coverage: Andy Cooney Celebrates Christmas at Carnegie Hallby Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(12/12/2017) - Last night at Carnegie Hall Andy Cooney presented the Christmas Celebration . This was the 7th time the show has been performed there.
Photo Flash: Kristin Chenoweth, Anna Chlumsky and More Celebrate Renee Fleming at Met Opera Guild's 83rd Annual Luncheonby BWW News Desk - Broadway
(12/11/2017) - Over 600 opera aficionados - including Honored Guests Martina Arroyo, Candice Bergen, Kristin Chenoweth, Marilyn Horne, James Morris, Diane Sawyer and Teresa Stratas - attended the 83rd Annual Metropolitan Opera Guild Luncheon at Cipriani 42nd Street on Thursday, December 7th. This year's honoree, Ren e Fleming, was acknowledged for her immense contribution to opera and music. BroadwayWorld has photos from the event below!
Photo Flash: The ARK Trio Returns to 'PREformances with Allison Charney' at Merkin Concert Hallby BWW News Desk - New York City
(12/11/2017) - The ARK trio returned to 'PREformances with Allison Charney' Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Music Center on November 27 in NYC. BroadwayWorld has photos from the concert below!
Photo Flash: Doreen Montalvo Hosts Puerto Rico Benefit THIS IS WHAT AN AMERICAN LOOKS LIKEby Julie Musbach - New York City
(12/10/2017) - On Dec 3rd SCOBAR Entertainment,Joseph Macchia and Doreen Montalvo produced a one night benefit concert for Puerto Rico. 'This Is What An American Looks Like' A Concert for Hope and Puerto Rico. The Sold out show featured performers from the hit musicals In The Heights, On Your Feet and Hamilton. Drama Desk Award winner and original cast member of In The Heights and On Your Feet Doreen Montalvo hosted the evening.
Photo Flash: Patrick Dillon Curry Showcases New Musical WATER at The Green Room 42by BWW News Desk - New York City
(12/07/2017) - An enthusiastic audience attended a showcase of Patrick Dillon Curry's songs from the new musical, WATER, at The Green Room 42 on Monday night, December 4. Scroll down for photos from the concert!
Photo Flash: 59E59 Theaters Launches the 2018 Subscription Series with BALLSby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(12/06/2017) - 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director) is thrilled to launch the 2018 Subscription Series with BALLS, written by Kevin Armento and Bryony Lavery and directed by Ianthe Demos and Nick Flint with movement direction byNatalie Lomonte. Produced by One Year Lease Theater Company and Stages Repertory Theatre,BALLS begins performances on Tuesday, January 16 for a limited engagement through Sunday, February 25. Press Opening is Wednesday, January 24 at 7 PM. The performance schedule isTuesday Friday at 7 PM; Saturday at 2 PM & 7 PM; and Sunday at 2 PM. Performances are at 59E59 Theaters (59 East 59th Street, between Park and Madison). Single tickets are $25 - $70 ($25 - $49 for 59E59 Members). Tickets are available by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200 or online atwww.59e59.org.
Photo Flash: Kate Baldwin, Liz Callaway and More Bring Sondheim & Prince to Life in 'Broadway Close Up' Seriesby BWW News Desk - Broadway
(12/05/2017) - In 'A Good Thing Going The Stephen Sondheim & Harold Prince Collaboration,' music director David Loud (original cast of Merrily We Roll Along) traces the rise and fall of a musical theater partnership that created some of the most memorable musicals of all time. BroadwayWorld has photos from the show below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Shanghai Dance Theatre's SOARING WINGS, Coming to Lincoln Center This Winterby BWW News Desk - China
(12/05/2017) - China Arts and Entertainment Group (CAEG) presents the New York premiere of the Shanghai Dance Theatre (SDT) and their production of Soaring Wings, a new dance drama about 'the bird of good fortune,' the crested ibis, and the interdependence between human beings and nature. The production will play the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for three performances only: January 5 and 6 at 8PM, and January 7 at 1PM. BroadwayWorld has a stunning first look at the dancers onstage below!
Photo Coverage: Kristin Chenoweth Gets Her Own Chair and a Standing Ovation at the Friarsby Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(12/05/2017) - Friar Steve Tyrell brought Kirstin Chenoweth to The Monastery last night and Kristen became a Friar as Monk Marvin Scott officiated.
Photo Flash: Mandy Gonzalez, Keegan-Michael Key and More Attend 'Bloomberg 50' Galaby BWW News Desk - Broadway
(12/05/2017) - Last night, Michael R. Bloomberg hosted a gala dinner at Gotham Hall celebrating this year's Bloomberg 50, a new, annual, initiative honoring 50 icons and innovators who have changed the global business landscape in measurable ways over the past year. Keegan-Michael Key was the Master of Ceremonies and the evening featured a special performance by Hamilton's Mandy Gonzalez. BroadwayWorld has photos from the evening below!
Photo Coverage: Alice Ripley & Emily Skinner: UNNATACHED! at Feinstein's/54 Belowby Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Broadway
(12/03/2017) - Back by popular demand after several sold out engagements! New York City - they could never leave you. Alice Ripley and Emily Skinner are UNATTACHED! and ready to tear the paint off the walls of Feinstein's/54 Below with both new material and some of their old favorites. The pair has kicked off their concert series and BroadwayWorld was there to give you the inside look. Check out the photos below!
Photo Coverage: Chita Rivera, Christine Ebersole & More Attend Billy Stritch's 'Lucky To Be Me' at Birdlandby Stephen Sorokoff - Broadway
(12/03/2017) - Stritch hides behind the mantra of Musical Director, Arranger, Songwriter, vocal and piano accompanist for some of the most talented and famous performers on the planet the majority of the times you see him. However, It comes as no surprise to his many fans that when he decides to feature himself and go solo it's an event not to be missed.
Photo Flash: Ms. Foundation for Women Celebrate LAUGHTER IS THE BEST RESISTANCEby A.A. Cristi - New York City
(11/30/2017) - On Wednesday, November 29, the Ms. Foundation for Women hosted Laughter is the Best Resistance, its 22nd Comedy Night at Carolines on Broadway in New York City. Laughter is the Best Resistance, featured standup from leading women comedians in addition to a short performance from Ms. Foundation Founding Mother, Gloria Steinem.
Photo Flash: Aalton Fitzgerald White Thrills at the Harlem School for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(11/29/2017) - Alton Fitzgerald White, the charismatic, multi-talented singer/actor/dancer, and star of Broadway's phenomenal, long-running, The Lion King (2002-2015), was the very special guest of the Harlem School of the Arts, ARTMakers series.
by A.A. Cristi - New York City
(11/29/2017) - Alton Fitzgerald White, the charismatic, multi-talented singer/actor/dancer, and star of Broadway's phenomenal, long-running, The Lion King (2002-2015), was the very special guest of the Harlem School of the Arts, ARTMakers series.
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