BWW Reviews: HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES at Hackmatack Playhouse May Leave You Howling at the Moon
by Scott Moreau - June 24, 2013
Similar shows exist elsewhere in our current theatre landscape, in both plays and musical theatre. I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change; Are We There Yet?; Forever Plaid (and pretty much ANY other show conceived by Roger Bean) are examples in musical theatre. Having performed in each one of these shows in my professional career, I can tell you that they are THE MOST challenging shows I have ever been a part of. Yet, on paper, I suppose, some theatres may see these shows as not only a sure-fire money maker, but an easy show to produce. Hackmatack Playhouse is perhaps a victim of the latter.
by Scott Moreau - June 24, 2013
Similar shows exist elsewhere in our current theatre landscape, in both plays and musical theatre. I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change; Are We There Yet?; Forever Plaid (and pretty much ANY other show conceived by Roger Bean) are examples in musical theatre. Having performed in each one of these shows in my professional career, I can tell you that they are THE MOST challenging shows I have ever been a part of. Yet, on paper, I suppose, some theatres may see these shows as not only a sure-fire money maker, but an easy show to produce. Hackmatack Playhouse is perhaps a victim of the latter.
Broadway's John Bolton to Lead Ogunquit Playhouse's YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, Opening 7/10
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse is delighted to announce the casting of John Bolton in the role of Dr. Frederick Frankenstein in this summer's production of Mel Brooks' hysterical musical comedy Young Frankenstein, on stage July 10 through July 27. Mr. Bolton takes the lead in this wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend, based on Mel Brooks' film masterpiece, as he attempts to bring a corpse to life with plenty of scary and hilarious complications.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse is delighted to announce the casting of John Bolton in the role of Dr. Frederick Frankenstein in this summer's production of Mel Brooks' hysterical musical comedy Young Frankenstein, on stage July 10 through July 27. Mr. Bolton takes the lead in this wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend, based on Mel Brooks' film masterpiece, as he attempts to bring a corpse to life with plenty of scary and hilarious complications.
Hackmatack Playhouse Presents THE SOUND OF MUSIC With Sign Language Interpretations, Now thru 7/6
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2013
Hackmatack Playhouse Producer, and owner of the Guptill family homestead in Berwick, Michael Guptill, is always up for a new idea. The barn theatre, Hackmatack Playhouse on Route 9 in Berwick, is home of 42 summers of live theater, a Bison farm, children's theatre camp, a venue for fundraising opportunities, a venue for concerts, comedy, and weddings. So when friend of the family, Arricka Nowland asked if plays could be interpreted for the deaf, Guptill didn't hesitate, 'Yes!'
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2013
Hackmatack Playhouse Producer, and owner of the Guptill family homestead in Berwick, Michael Guptill, is always up for a new idea. The barn theatre, Hackmatack Playhouse on Route 9 in Berwick, is home of 42 summers of live theater, a Bison farm, children's theatre camp, a venue for fundraising opportunities, a venue for concerts, comedy, and weddings. So when friend of the family, Arricka Nowland asked if plays could be interpreted for the deaf, Guptill didn't hesitate, 'Yes!'
Theater at Monmouth Presents New Adaptation of THE VELVETEEN RABBIT, Now thru 8/15
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2013
Theater at Monmouth's summer Family Show opens tonight, June 22 at 7 p.m. with a world premiere production of Margery Williams' The Velveteen Rabbit. Adapted by Dawn McAndrews, Velveteen Rabbit tells the story of a toy Rabbit, given as a gift to a young Boy, who yearns for the day the Boy will choose her so that she can become real.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2013
Theater at Monmouth's summer Family Show opens tonight, June 22 at 7 p.m. with a world premiere production of Margery Williams' The Velveteen Rabbit. Adapted by Dawn McAndrews, Velveteen Rabbit tells the story of a toy Rabbit, given as a gift to a young Boy, who yearns for the day the Boy will choose her so that she can become real.
Good Theater Receives $4,000 Grant in Support of 2013-14 Opener CLYBOURNE PARK
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013
Good Theater, the professional theater in residence at St. Lawrence Arts on Munjoy Hill in Portland, is pleased to announce that the Sam L. Cohen Foundation has awarded the company a grant in the amount of $4,000 for support of the opening show of the 2013-2014 season, Clybourne Park by Bruce Norris.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013
Good Theater, the professional theater in residence at St. Lawrence Arts on Munjoy Hill in Portland, is pleased to announce that the Sam L. Cohen Foundation has awarded the company a grant in the amount of $4,000 for support of the opening show of the 2013-2014 season, Clybourne Park by Bruce Norris.
Steven Dascoulias Plays 'Javert' in Hackmatack Playhouse's LES MISERABLES, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013
Hackmatack Playhouse has announced the return of former Artistic Director Steven Dascoulias who will play the role of Inspector Javert in this summer's production of 'Les Miserables'.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013
Hackmatack Playhouse has announced the return of former Artistic Director Steven Dascoulias who will play the role of Inspector Javert in this summer's production of 'Les Miserables'.
THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Opens Tonight at Hackmatack Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013
4 Actors, 18 characters, over 150 sound cues, and one classic dark and stormy night. Hackmatack Playhouse is ramping up for their opening production of their 42nd Season: 'The Hound of the Baskervilles.' This fast-paced, comedic take on the classic brings some welcome laughs to the 1902 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle crime novel.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013
4 Actors, 18 characters, over 150 sound cues, and one classic dark and stormy night. Hackmatack Playhouse is ramping up for their opening production of their 42nd Season: 'The Hound of the Baskervilles.' This fast-paced, comedic take on the classic brings some welcome laughs to the 1902 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle crime novel.
Ogunquit Playhouse Announces 2013 Children's Season: Disney's BEAUTY & THE BEAST JR., MULAN & More!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre, is thrilled to announce a spectacular lineup of children's theatre productions beginning June 29. The 2013 Children's Theatre season features Disney's fairy tale classics and a contemporary favorite perfect for families and children of all ages. Children's Theatre productions are professionally designed and produced, and feature performances by the talented Playhouse Junior Players Camp students.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre, is thrilled to announce a spectacular lineup of children's theatre productions beginning June 29. The 2013 Children's Theatre season features Disney's fairy tale classics and a contemporary favorite perfect for families and children of all ages. Children's Theatre productions are professionally designed and produced, and feature performances by the talented Playhouse Junior Players Camp students.
BWW Reviews: THE ANDREWS BROTHERS at the Arundel Barn Playhouse
by Scott Moreau - June 19, 2013
Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy. An instantly recognizable song to 99% of the English speaking world. The female group that made the song famous, even more recognizable and beloved: The Andrews Sisters. Champions of the USO, and perhaps the most famous singing group of all time, The Andrews Sisters sold more than 90 million records in their career, and sang to troops all over the world, raising moral and warming hearts from the East Coast to the Pacific Rim. So, you may be asking yourself why the show is called The Andrews Brothers. Ah....the magic of live theatre.
by Scott Moreau - June 19, 2013
Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy. An instantly recognizable song to 99% of the English speaking world. The female group that made the song famous, even more recognizable and beloved: The Andrews Sisters. Champions of the USO, and perhaps the most famous singing group of all time, The Andrews Sisters sold more than 90 million records in their career, and sang to troops all over the world, raising moral and warming hearts from the East Coast to the Pacific Rim. So, you may be asking yourself why the show is called The Andrews Brothers. Ah....the magic of live theatre.
Arundel Barn Playhouse Presents THE ANDREWS BROTHERS, Now thru 6/29
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2013
Ready for a musical escape into a distant decade? Look no further than The Arundel Barn Playhouse as the 2013 Summer Season opens with the New England Premiere of Roger Bean's 40's musical, The Andrews Brothers. It's 1945 on an island in the South Pacific and a USO show is about to be cancelled when the Andrew Sisters fail to appear. It's up to three determined 4F stagehands to go on with the show!
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2013
Ready for a musical escape into a distant decade? Look no further than The Arundel Barn Playhouse as the 2013 Summer Season opens with the New England Premiere of Roger Bean's 40's musical, The Andrews Brothers. It's 1945 on an island in the South Pacific and a USO show is about to be cancelled when the Andrew Sisters fail to appear. It's up to three determined 4F stagehands to go on with the show!
LES MISERABLES to Open at Maine State Music Theatre on 6/26
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2013
Audiences will get their chance to see this explosive production live on stage at Maine State Music Theatre from June 26 through July 13 at the Pickard Theater on the campus of Bowdoin College, Brunswick.. Tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at 207-725-8769 or by visiting the MSMT website at www.msmt.org.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2013
Audiences will get their chance to see this explosive production live on stage at Maine State Music Theatre from June 26 through July 13 at the Pickard Theater on the campus of Bowdoin College, Brunswick.. Tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at 207-725-8769 or by visiting the MSMT website at www.msmt.org.
North Shore Acappella Headlines Benefit Concert at Merrill Auditorium Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2013
NBC Sing-Off crowd-pleasers North Shore Acapella will perform on tonight, June 16, in a concert to benefit Greater Portland Festival of Nations and the Mugadi Foundation. Hosted by Portland's own Odokara-Okigbo, the concert also features local performing groups Zemya, a world music ensemble known for their beautiful, edgy folk harmonies; and the Boy Singers of Maine., a perennial favorite with a 30-year history of bringing Maine's talented young male voices to the stage.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2013
NBC Sing-Off crowd-pleasers North Shore Acapella will perform on tonight, June 16, in a concert to benefit Greater Portland Festival of Nations and the Mugadi Foundation. Hosted by Portland's own Odokara-Okigbo, the concert also features local performing groups Zemya, a world music ensemble known for their beautiful, edgy folk harmonies; and the Boy Singers of Maine., a perennial favorite with a 30-year history of bringing Maine's talented young male voices to the stage.
Penobscot Theatre Hosts Costume-Clad RACE TO THE STAGE 5K Today
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2013
Bangor's first costume 5K! Penobscot Theatre Company announces RACE TO THE STAGE, a 5K road race with a dramatic twist - runners in costume. This first-of-its-kind event, will take place today, June 15, in downtown Bangor, with runners starting at 9:00 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2013
Bangor's first costume 5K! Penobscot Theatre Company announces RACE TO THE STAGE, a 5K road race with a dramatic twist - runners in costume. This first-of-its-kind event, will take place today, June 15, in downtown Bangor, with runners starting at 9:00 a.m.
Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks in Maine
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 14, 2013
With the start of Memorial Day, hordes of summer visitors flock to Maine for an idyllic summer of sailing, swimming, hiking, kayaking, and reveling in the beauty of the rocky coast, serene lakes and mountains, and pine-scented air. But exploring the outdoors is not the only reason to visit the state whose moniker is 'Vacationland.' For theatre lovers there are some excellent opportunities to experience exciting professional and community theatre productions.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 14, 2013
With the start of Memorial Day, hordes of summer visitors flock to Maine for an idyllic summer of sailing, swimming, hiking, kayaking, and reveling in the beauty of the rocky coast, serene lakes and mountains, and pine-scented air. But exploring the outdoors is not the only reason to visit the state whose moniker is 'Vacationland.' For theatre lovers there are some excellent opportunities to experience exciting professional and community theatre productions.
Theater at Monmouth to Present New Adaptation of THE VELVETEEN RABBIT, 6/22-8/15
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2013
Theater at Monmouth's summer Family Show opens June 22 at 7 p.m. with a world premiere production of Margery Williams' The Velveteen Rabbit. Adapted by Dawn McAndrews, Velveteen Rabbit tells the story of a toy Rabbit, given as a gift to a young Boy, who yearns for the day the Boy will choose her so that she can become real.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2013
Theater at Monmouth's summer Family Show opens June 22 at 7 p.m. with a world premiere production of Margery Williams' The Velveteen Rabbit. Adapted by Dawn McAndrews, Velveteen Rabbit tells the story of a toy Rabbit, given as a gift to a young Boy, who yearns for the day the Boy will choose her so that she can become real.
BWW Interviews: Trista Dollison from the Cast of DREAMGIRLS at Maine State Music Theatre
by Scott Moreau - June 13, 2013
Martha and the Vandellas. Gladys Knight and the Pips. Paul Revere and the Raiders. Bill Haley and His Comets. Dianna Ross and the Supremes. The singer in the front always gets the recognition. But, what about the talented singers behind the "star"? What are their hopes and dreams, and do they ever long to be in the spotlight?
by Scott Moreau - June 13, 2013
Martha and the Vandellas. Gladys Knight and the Pips. Paul Revere and the Raiders. Bill Haley and His Comets. Dianna Ross and the Supremes. The singer in the front always gets the recognition. But, what about the talented singers behind the "star"? What are their hopes and dreams, and do they ever long to be in the spotlight?
Snowlion Rep Debuts THE FREAKS CLUB Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2013
A girl with fish-scale skin, a boy who cannot touch, a friend who sees only shadows...The Freaks Club is the funny, touching new musical where 'fish' turns to 'dish,' dreams become nightmares, and what is lost is the key to finding what really matters.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2013
A girl with fish-scale skin, a boy who cannot touch, a friend who sees only shadows...The Freaks Club is the funny, touching new musical where 'fish' turns to 'dish,' dreams become nightmares, and what is lost is the key to finding what really matters.
Ogunquit Playhouse to Donate Portion of MILLIE Ticket Sales to Rotary International
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2013
For the fifth year, the Ogunquit Playhouse is joining the fight to eradicate polio worldwide by hosting Rotary Night at the theatre. The Ogunquit Playhouse will donate a portion of every ticket purchased to Thoroughly Modern Millie for the Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 8:00 p.m. performance to the York Rotary Club. The Playhouse seeks to raise $5,000 to support Rotary International's goal of eliminating worldwide polio.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2013
For the fifth year, the Ogunquit Playhouse is joining the fight to eradicate polio worldwide by hosting Rotary Night at the theatre. The Ogunquit Playhouse will donate a portion of every ticket purchased to Thoroughly Modern Millie for the Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 8:00 p.m. performance to the York Rotary Club. The Playhouse seeks to raise $5,000 to support Rotary International's goal of eliminating worldwide polio.
THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES to Open at Hackmatack Playhouse on 6/21
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2013
4 Actors, 18 characters, over 150 sound cues, and one classic dark and stormy night. Hackmatack Playhouse is ramping up for their opening production of their 42nd Season: "The Hound of the Baskervilles." This fast-paced, comedic take on the classic brings some welcome laughs to the 1902 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle crime novel.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2013
4 Actors, 18 characters, over 150 sound cues, and one classic dark and stormy night. Hackmatack Playhouse is ramping up for their opening production of their 42nd Season: "The Hound of the Baskervilles." This fast-paced, comedic take on the classic brings some welcome laughs to the 1902 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle crime novel.
Year Round Apprenticeship Available at Penobscot Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2013
Penobscot Theatre Company, the nation's most Northeastern year-round professional theatre company, seeks a year round apprentice to assist in production, lighting, carpentry, sound, rigging, costuming, properties, and stage management for the 2013-2014 season.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2013
Penobscot Theatre Company, the nation's most Northeastern year-round professional theatre company, seeks a year round apprentice to assist in production, lighting, carpentry, sound, rigging, costuming, properties, and stage management for the 2013-2014 season.
BWW Reviews: Mad Horse Theatre's TITUS ANDRONICUS Challenges Sensibilities
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 10, 2013
The brutality and barbarism of Shakespeare's early 'revenge' play, Titus Andronicus, make it difficult fare for modern audiences. And yet, as director Stacey Koloski says about her staging at South Portland's Mad Horse Theatre Company: 'Titus Andronicus shows the human cost to the cycle of war and violence.' That the tragedy with all its on-stage atrocities may be 'frighteningly relevant today' does not make the experience any less painful for the spectators. Yet despite its assault on our emotions and senses, the audience at the Mad Horse Theatre cannot help but be gripped and moved by what it witnesses.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 10, 2013
The brutality and barbarism of Shakespeare's early 'revenge' play, Titus Andronicus, make it difficult fare for modern audiences. And yet, as director Stacey Koloski says about her staging at South Portland's Mad Horse Theatre Company: 'Titus Andronicus shows the human cost to the cycle of war and violence.' That the tragedy with all its on-stage atrocities may be 'frighteningly relevant today' does not make the experience any less painful for the spectators. Yet despite its assault on our emotions and senses, the audience at the Mad Horse Theatre cannot help but be gripped and moved by what it witnesses.
BWW Reviews: TITUS ANDRONICUS at the Mad Horse Theatre - You'd Be MAD Not to See This Production
by Scott Moreau - June 10, 2013
I am here to tell you that not only can Shakespeare's work be truly life changing, but it IS accessible, and topical in our present world climate. And a production like the Mad Horse Theatre's stellar presentation of Titus Andronicus proves that to a tee.
by Scott Moreau - June 10, 2013
I am here to tell you that not only can Shakespeare's work be truly life changing, but it IS accessible, and topical in our present world climate. And a production like the Mad Horse Theatre's stellar presentation of Titus Andronicus proves that to a tee.
Arundel Barn Playhouse to Present THE ANDREWS BROTHERS, 6/18-29
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2013
Ready for a musical escape into a distant decade? Look no further than The Arundel Barn Playhouse as the 2013 Summer Season opens with the New England Premiere of Roger Bean's 40's musical, The Andrews Brothers. It's 1945 on an island in the South Pacific and a USO show is about to be cancelled when the Andrew Sisters fail to appear. It's up to three determined 4F stagehands to go on with the show!
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2013
Ready for a musical escape into a distant decade? Look no further than The Arundel Barn Playhouse as the 2013 Summer Season opens with the New England Premiere of Roger Bean's 40's musical, The Andrews Brothers. It's 1945 on an island in the South Pacific and a USO show is about to be cancelled when the Andrew Sisters fail to appear. It's up to three determined 4F stagehands to go on with the show!
BWW Reviews: DREAMGIRLS at Maine State Music Theatre: The dream you won't want to wake up from
by Scott Moreau - June 07, 2013
You know those dreams you have when you wake up suddenly, and all you want to do is fall back asleep and continue the dream? If you are lucky enough to see Dreamgirls at Maine State, you will leave the Pickard Theatre feeling the same way.
by Scott Moreau - June 07, 2013
You know those dreams you have when you wake up suddenly, and all you want to do is fall back asleep and continue the dream? If you are lucky enough to see Dreamgirls at Maine State, you will leave the Pickard Theatre feeling the same way.
Becky Gulsvig & Sally Struthers to Lead Ogunquit Playhouse's THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, Running 6/12-7/6
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre, is thrilled to announce the opening of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Thoroughly Modern Millie on stage June 12 to July 6. Becky Gulsvig, plays small-town girl Millie Dillmount, who heads to New York City in 1922 to start a new life in a city filled with intrigue, jazz and a whole new set of rules for love! Her new flapper lifestyle leads to a series of madcap adventures when she checks into a hotel owned by a dragon-lady villainess audiences are sure to love to hate - played by none other than Ogunquit's favorite, Sally Struthers. This musical-comedy, based on the Mary Tyler Moore, Julie Andrews, Carol Channing film, opened on Broadway in 2002 and garnered six Tony Awards including Best Musical. A new glittering set design, along with the Tony Award-winning costumes and show-stopping dance numbers will be featured in the Ogunquit production. Musical theatre has found a new heroine for the ages - Thoroughly Modern Millie!
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2013
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre, is thrilled to announce the opening of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Thoroughly Modern Millie on stage June 12 to July 6. Becky Gulsvig, plays small-town girl Millie Dillmount, who heads to New York City in 1922 to start a new life in a city filled with intrigue, jazz and a whole new set of rules for love! Her new flapper lifestyle leads to a series of madcap adventures when she checks into a hotel owned by a dragon-lady villainess audiences are sure to love to hate - played by none other than Ogunquit's favorite, Sally Struthers. This musical-comedy, based on the Mary Tyler Moore, Julie Andrews, Carol Channing film, opened on Broadway in 2002 and garnered six Tony Awards including Best Musical. A new glittering set design, along with the Tony Award-winning costumes and show-stopping dance numbers will be featured in the Ogunquit production. Musical theatre has found a new heroine for the ages - Thoroughly Modern Millie!
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