WEST SIDE STORY to Open 9/4 at Ogunquit Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
West Side Story, one of the greatest love stories of all time, opens on the Ogunquit Playhouse stage September 4 through September 28. This all new production of the timeless classic, helmed by Broadway veteran director BT McNicholl, mesmerizes audiences of all ages from the first note to the final breath. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway's finest and features beloved American musical theatre classics including "Something's Coming," "Tonight," "America," "I Feel Pretty" and "Somewhere." With a set designed exclusively for the Ogunquit Playhouse by Michael Schweikardt, an extraordinary cast and an iconic score soaring throughout, theatre goers will fall in love with West Side Story all over again.
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
West Side Story, one of the greatest love stories of all time, opens on the Ogunquit Playhouse stage September 4 through September 28. This all new production of the timeless classic, helmed by Broadway veteran director BT McNicholl, mesmerizes audiences of all ages from the first note to the final breath. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway's finest and features beloved American musical theatre classics including "Something's Coming," "Tonight," "America," "I Feel Pretty" and "Somewhere." With a set designed exclusively for the Ogunquit Playhouse by Michael Schweikardt, an extraordinary cast and an iconic score soaring throughout, theatre goers will fall in love with West Side Story all over again.
Mad Horse Theatre Co. to Offer Sneak Peek of 2013-14 Season, 9/12
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Join Mad Horse Theatre Company at their performance space for refreshments and a sneak peek at the upcoming 2013-2014 season. Thursday September 12th from 6-8 pm at the Hutchins School, 24 Mosher Street, South Portland.
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Join Mad Horse Theatre Company at their performance space for refreshments and a sneak peek at the upcoming 2013-2014 season. Thursday September 12th from 6-8 pm at the Hutchins School, 24 Mosher Street, South Portland.
Chelsie Hightower to Replace Shawn Johnson in Ogunquit Playhouse's BALLROOM WITH A TWIST
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre has just announced that due to a family emergency, Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson is unable to perform in Ballroom with a Twist on stage at the Ogunquit Playhouse August 27 to August 31.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre has just announced that due to a family emergency, Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson is unable to perform in Ballroom with a Twist on stage at the Ogunquit Playhouse August 27 to August 31.
THE WITCHES, Camps and More Set for Penobscot Theatre's 2013-14 Dramatic Academy Season
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2013
The Education Department at PTC has announced its upcoming Dramatic Academy Season.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2013
The Education Department at PTC has announced its upcoming Dramatic Academy Season.
POP! Benefit for Ovations Offstage Set for 10/1 at Portland Company Complex
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
POP! (Portland Ovations Presents) is an arts celebration and a silent auction benefit raising money to support Portland Ovations' school- and community-based arts-programs, Ovations Offstage. The party takes place on Tuesday, October 1st at 5:30pm inside The Portland Company Complex at 58 Fore Street, Portland.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
POP! (Portland Ovations Presents) is an arts celebration and a silent auction benefit raising money to support Portland Ovations' school- and community-based arts-programs, Ovations Offstage. The party takes place on Tuesday, October 1st at 5:30pm inside The Portland Company Complex at 58 Fore Street, Portland.
DRIVING MISS DAISY to Close Hackmatack Playhouse's 42nd Season, 8/21-30
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Hackmatack Playhouse has announced their final production of their 42nd season:'Driving Miss Daisy.' The production will run August 21 through August 30.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Hackmatack Playhouse has announced their final production of their 42nd season:'Driving Miss Daisy.' The production will run August 21 through August 30.
Theater at Monmouth's WRITE ON! Festival Finalists Staged Readings Set for Today
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Theater at Monmouth has announced the finalists for the 2013 Write On! Student Playwriting Festival. The Festival is the final destination for the year that was filled with teacher professional development, in-school workshops, curriculum development, and student-written plays.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Theater at Monmouth has announced the finalists for the 2013 Write On! Student Playwriting Festival. The Festival is the final destination for the year that was filled with teacher professional development, in-school workshops, curriculum development, and student-written plays.
Shawn Johnson & Dmitry Chaplin to Lead BALLROOM WITH A TWIST at Ogunquit Playhouse, Begin. 8/27
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre, is thrilled to bring Ballroom with a Twist back to the stage for one week only, August 27 to August 31. This sizzling show is back in Ogunquit by popular demand and stars Olympic gold medalist and Dancing with Stars champion Shawn Johnson, along with Emmy Award nominated choreographer Dmitry Chaplin from Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance. If you can't get enough of Dancing with the Stars, American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, this is your chance to see all your favorite stars live on the Ogunquit stage!
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre, is thrilled to bring Ballroom with a Twist back to the stage for one week only, August 27 to August 31. This sizzling show is back in Ogunquit by popular demand and stars Olympic gold medalist and Dancing with Stars champion Shawn Johnson, along with Emmy Award nominated choreographer Dmitry Chaplin from Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance. If you can't get enough of Dancing with the Stars, American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, this is your chance to see all your favorite stars live on the Ogunquit stage!
BWW Reviews: Lewiston-Auburn Community Little Theatre's SPAMALOT Delivers Laughs
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - August 12, 2013
The Lewiston-Auburn Community Little Theatre, one of Maine's oldest community theatres, is closing its 2012-2013 season with a madcap production of Monty Python's Spamalot. The energetic ensemble directed by John Blanchette and Richard Martin romps through the zany script and songs with elan.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - August 12, 2013
The Lewiston-Auburn Community Little Theatre, one of Maine's oldest community theatres, is closing its 2012-2013 season with a madcap production of Monty Python's Spamalot. The energetic ensemble directed by John Blanchette and Richard Martin romps through the zany script and songs with elan.
BWW Reviews: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is More Than 'Amazing' at The Ogunquit Playhouse
by Scott Moreau - August 12, 2013
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's names have become synonymous with musical theatre. Even if you've never seen a musical on stage or don't care for the art form it's almost a definite that you have at least heard of their works: Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, and Phantom of the Opera. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is yet another highlight of the pair's resume, and having been performed all over the world for nearly 30 years, it has become a beloved favorite of theatre goers. The Ogunquit Playhouse's new production of JOSEPH… will leave no doubt in your mind as to why this musical is so loved.
by Scott Moreau - August 12, 2013
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's names have become synonymous with musical theatre. Even if you've never seen a musical on stage or don't care for the art form it's almost a definite that you have at least heard of their works: Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, and Phantom of the Opera. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is yet another highlight of the pair's resume, and having been performed all over the world for nearly 30 years, it has become a beloved favorite of theatre goers. The Ogunquit Playhouse's new production of JOSEPH… will leave no doubt in your mind as to why this musical is so loved.
FOOTLIGHT FOLLIES Set for Maine State Music Theatre Today
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2013
Maine State Music Theatre presents the Footlight Follies, a show so big it starts outside the theater! This one-night-only cabaret of songs, skits and silliness is set for tonight, August 12 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2013
Maine State Music Theatre presents the Footlight Follies, a show so big it starts outside the theater! This one-night-only cabaret of songs, skits and silliness is set for tonight, August 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Theater at Monmouth Announces WRITE ON! Festival Finalists; Staged Readings Set for 8/15
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2013
Theater at Monmouth has announced the finalists for the 2013 Write On! Student Playwriting Festival. The Festival is the final destination for the year that was filled with teacher professional development, in-school workshops, curriculum development, and student-written plays.
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2013
Theater at Monmouth has announced the finalists for the 2013 Write On! Student Playwriting Festival. The Festival is the final destination for the year that was filled with teacher professional development, in-school workshops, curriculum development, and student-written plays.
BWW Reviews: The East Coast Regional Premiere of MARY POPPINS at Maine State Music Theatre is Magic
by Scott Moreau - August 10, 2013
There's something very special about a story that can instantly make people of any age feel like a child again. Sometimes in the hustle bustle of today's world with so many 'adult' problems, adults forget what it's like to have been a child. MARY POPPINS has been just that kind of story for children of all ages for years, and Maine State Music Theatre's current production of MARY POPPINS will warm your heart and lift your spirits.
by Scott Moreau - August 10, 2013
There's something very special about a story that can instantly make people of any age feel like a child again. Sometimes in the hustle bustle of today's world with so many 'adult' problems, adults forget what it's like to have been a child. MARY POPPINS has been just that kind of story for children of all ages for years, and Maine State Music Theatre's current production of MARY POPPINS will warm your heart and lift your spirits.
Theater at Monmouth to Present Gilbert & Sullivan's PATIENCE, 9/20
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2013
Theater at Monmouth's 44th season continues with the opening of Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera, Patience, or Bunthorne's Bride on Friday, September 20 at 7:30 p.m. The society ladies in the village are mad for aesthetic poets but the poets are in love with Patience, the village milkmaid. The young ladies' military suitors see no point to overblown verses but give it a try to win back the ladies' hearts. Things are touch and go for a while but in the end everyone lands a suitable partner, even if it is only a tulip or lily.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2013
Theater at Monmouth's 44th season continues with the opening of Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera, Patience, or Bunthorne's Bride on Friday, September 20 at 7:30 p.m. The society ladies in the village are mad for aesthetic poets but the poets are in love with Patience, the village milkmaid. The young ladies' military suitors see no point to overblown verses but give it a try to win back the ladies' hearts. Things are touch and go for a while but in the end everyone lands a suitable partner, even if it is only a tulip or lily.
Penobscot Theatre Company Announces 2013-14 Season: GOD OF CARNAGE, THE WOMAN IN BLACK & More!
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2013
Penobscot Theatre Company, Bangor's 40 year-old professional theatre company, invites you to the opening party of its 2013-2014 40th anniversary season.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2013
Penobscot Theatre Company, Bangor's 40 year-old professional theatre company, invites you to the opening party of its 2013-2014 40th anniversary season.
Penobscot Theatre Company's Dramatic Academy to Perform Musical Selections, 8/16-18
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2013
Penobscot Theatre Company's Dramatic Academy proudly presents four productions, featuring more than seventy students: Aristocats Kids, Musical Selections from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, High School Musical On Stage, and RENT: School Edition.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2013
Penobscot Theatre Company's Dramatic Academy proudly presents four productions, featuring more than seventy students: Aristocats Kids, Musical Selections from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, High School Musical On Stage, and RENT: School Edition.
BWW Reviews: You 'Can't Help Falling In Love' with ALL SHOOK UP at The Arundel Barn Playhouse
by Scott Moreau - August 07, 2013
On August 16, 1977 we lost an American music and cultural icon: Elvis Presley. But, he has never truly left us. His memory endures with the vast amounts of music he recorded, the movies he made, and his likeness being used all over the planet. You would be hard pressed to find someone in this world that has never heard of Elvis Presley. With tribute artists performing in his likeness and multiple festivals around the world attracting fans of every age, it's no wonder that his music was lent to a Broadway musical. And just in time for the 36th anniversary of his passing, The Arundel Barn Playhouse's ALL SHOOK UP will help you relive yesteryear and maybe even hear the King's music in a completely new way.
by Scott Moreau - August 07, 2013
On August 16, 1977 we lost an American music and cultural icon: Elvis Presley. But, he has never truly left us. His memory endures with the vast amounts of music he recorded, the movies he made, and his likeness being used all over the planet. You would be hard pressed to find someone in this world that has never heard of Elvis Presley. With tribute artists performing in his likeness and multiple festivals around the world attracting fans of every age, it's no wonder that his music was lent to a Broadway musical. And just in time for the 36th anniversary of his passing, The Arundel Barn Playhouse's ALL SHOOK UP will help you relive yesteryear and maybe even hear the King's music in a completely new way.
BWW Reviews: Freeport Players Romp Through THE 39 STEPS
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - August 05, 2013
On Sunday, August 4, 2013, in Freeport, Maine, the Freeport Players delivered a lively, riotously funny and highly inventive performance of the suspense comedy, The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from the John Buchan novel and Alfred Hitchcock film. Using four actors in multiple roles, a minimalist set, and a vintage radio era sound design, the production directed by Portland Stage's dramaturg, Daniel Burson, romped through the script with delightful insouciance.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - August 05, 2013
On Sunday, August 4, 2013, in Freeport, Maine, the Freeport Players delivered a lively, riotously funny and highly inventive performance of the suspense comedy, The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from the John Buchan novel and Alfred Hitchcock film. Using four actors in multiple roles, a minimalist set, and a vintage radio era sound design, the production directed by Portland Stage's dramaturg, Daniel Burson, romped through the script with delightful insouciance.
LES MISERABLES Plays Hackmatack Playhouse thru Aug 17
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2013
Opening night for 'Les Miserables' must have been a 'high' for everyone associated with Hackmatack Playhouse, Route 236 in Berwick: A sell out show and a standing ovation! 'Les Mis' will go down in history as one of this quaint, real barn, traditional summer theatre's best runs.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2013
Opening night for 'Les Miserables' must have been a 'high' for everyone associated with Hackmatack Playhouse, Route 236 in Berwick: A sell out show and a standing ovation! 'Les Mis' will go down in history as one of this quaint, real barn, traditional summer theatre's best runs.
FOOTLIGHT FOLLIES Set for Maine State Music Theatre, 8/12
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
Maine State Music Theatre presents the Footlight Follies, a show so big it starts outside the theater! This one-night-only cabaret of songs, skits and silliness will be performed Monday, August 12 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
Maine State Music Theatre presents the Footlight Follies, a show so big it starts outside the theater! This one-night-only cabaret of songs, skits and silliness will be performed Monday, August 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Photo Flash: Promo Shots for Maine State Music Theatre's MARY POPPINS, Begin. 8/7
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
Maine State Music Theatre brings the 55th season of professional musical theater to a close with Cameron Mackintosh and Disney's family favorite, Mary Poppins, which flies into the Pickard Theater August 7. Check out a first look at the cast below!
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
Maine State Music Theatre brings the 55th season of professional musical theater to a close with Cameron Mackintosh and Disney's family favorite, Mary Poppins, which flies into the Pickard Theater August 7. Check out a first look at the cast below!
Hackmatack Children's Theater Camp Presents SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR., Now thru 8/10
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
The Hackmatack Children's Theater camp presents SchoolHouse Rock LIVE! Jr on Fridays and Saturdays at 10:00 AM, today, August 2, 3, 9, and 10.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
The Hackmatack Children's Theater camp presents SchoolHouse Rock LIVE! Jr on Fridays and Saturdays at 10:00 AM, today, August 2, 3, 9, and 10.
Andrew Samonsky, Betsy Wolfe & More Set for RED EYE OF LOVE in North Haven, Now thru 8/4
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2013
North Haven Arts and Enrichment will present the world premiere of RED EYE OF LOVE, a new musical comedy. The book and lyrics are by Arnold Weinstein and John Wulp. The music is by Sam Davis.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2013
North Haven Arts and Enrichment will present the world premiere of RED EYE OF LOVE, a new musical comedy. The book and lyrics are by Arnold Weinstein and John Wulp. The music is by Sam Davis.
Hackmatack Playhouse Presents LES MISERABLES, Now thru 8/17
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2013
'Les Miserables' opening night is sold out Today, July 31 but tickets are still available for the remainder of the run with 8:00 PM shows Thursday, August 1, Friday, August 2, Saturday, August 3, Today, August 7, Thursday, August 8, Friday, August 9, Saturday, August 10, Today, August 14, Thursday, August 15, Thursday, August 16, and Saturday, August 17. There are 2:00 PM matinees on Thursdays, August 1, 8, and 15.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2013
'Les Miserables' opening night is sold out Today, July 31 but tickets are still available for the remainder of the run with 8:00 PM shows Thursday, August 1, Friday, August 2, Saturday, August 3, Today, August 7, Thursday, August 8, Friday, August 9, Saturday, August 10, Today, August 14, Thursday, August 15, Thursday, August 16, and Saturday, August 17. There are 2:00 PM matinees on Thursdays, August 1, 8, and 15.
Clay Aiken Leads JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Ogunquit Playhouse, Now trhu 8/25
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse is thrilled to announce that multi-platinum recording artist, American Idol and Broadway star Clay Aiken will portray Joseph in the upcoming production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's beloved family musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on stage today, July 31 through August 25.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse is thrilled to announce that multi-platinum recording artist, American Idol and Broadway star Clay Aiken will portray Joseph in the upcoming production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's beloved family musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on stage today, July 31 through August 25.
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