JERSEY BOYS To Open Ogunquit Playhouse 87th Season
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2019
The Ogunquit Playhouse 2019 season kicks off with Jersey Boys! The multi-Tony Award-winning, international sensation that performed to sold-out houses during its run in 2018, is back by popular demand May 15 through June 15. The cast that BroadwayWorld exclaimed to be "the closest you'll ever get to having seen Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons," also returns to the Ogunquit stage - Jonathan Mousset (Frankie Valli), Matt Magnusson (Tommy DeVito), Andy Christopher (Bob Gaudio), and Matthew Amira (Nick Massi).
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2019
The Ogunquit Playhouse 2019 season kicks off with Jersey Boys! The multi-Tony Award-winning, international sensation that performed to sold-out houses during its run in 2018, is back by popular demand May 15 through June 15. The cast that BroadwayWorld exclaimed to be "the closest you'll ever get to having seen Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons," also returns to the Ogunquit stage - Jonathan Mousset (Frankie Valli), Matt Magnusson (Tommy DeVito), Andy Christopher (Bob Gaudio), and Matthew Amira (Nick Massi).
Portland Stage Presents LITTLE FESTIVAL OF THE UNEXPECTED, May 7-11
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
Portland Stage presents 30th Annual Little Festival of the Unexpected Tuesday, May 7 - Saturday, May 11. Sponsored by Coffee By Design. The festival will feature works by the 2018 Clauder Competition Winners Laura Edmondson, John Minigan, and Brendan Pelsue (see more on playwrights below). Anita Stewart, Executive and Artistic Director elaborates "Little Festival is an opportunity for our audience to engage directly with writers and directors working on new plays. I love that we can all participate together in the new play development process.'
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
Portland Stage presents 30th Annual Little Festival of the Unexpected Tuesday, May 7 - Saturday, May 11. Sponsored by Coffee By Design. The festival will feature works by the 2018 Clauder Competition Winners Laura Edmondson, John Minigan, and Brendan Pelsue (see more on playwrights below). Anita Stewart, Executive and Artistic Director elaborates "Little Festival is an opportunity for our audience to engage directly with writers and directors working on new plays. I love that we can all participate together in the new play development process.'
MAMMA MIA Comes to Penobscot Theatre Company This July!
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2019
The smash hit musical MAMMA MIA will play at Penobscot Theatre Company from June 13 to July 14 at the historic Bangor Opera House with evening and afternoon performances.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2019
The smash hit musical MAMMA MIA will play at Penobscot Theatre Company from June 13 to July 14 at the historic Bangor Opera House with evening and afternoon performances.
City Theater in Biddeford Announces CALENDAR GIRLS
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
City Theater In Biddeford presents Calendar Girls written by Tom Firth.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
City Theater In Biddeford presents Calendar Girls written by Tom Firth.
I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Comes to the Gracie Black Box Theatre at Husson University
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
The New England School of Communications at Husson University, and its entertainment production degree program announced today that they'll be performing the hit Broadway musical, I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, in the Gracie Black Box Theatre at Husson University, on April 26 - 28.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
The New England School of Communications at Husson University, and its entertainment production degree program announced today that they'll be performing the hit Broadway musical, I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, in the Gracie Black Box Theatre at Husson University, on April 26 - 28.
Midcoast Youth Theater Presents Maine Premiere of MATILDA
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
Midcoast Youth Theater (MYT) is proud to announce their spring show and Maine's premiere of Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
Midcoast Youth Theater (MYT) is proud to announce their spring show and Maine's premiere of Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical.
I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Announced At The Gracie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
The New England School of Communications at Husson University, and its entertainment production degree program announced today that they'll be performing the hit Broadway musical, I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, in the Gracie Black Box Theatre at Husson University, on April 26 - 28.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
The New England School of Communications at Husson University, and its entertainment production degree program announced today that they'll be performing the hit Broadway musical, I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, in the Gracie Black Box Theatre at Husson University, on April 26 - 28.
FIREFLIES Light Up The Stage At The Public Theatre May 3 – 12
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
From the author of the play Enchanted April, comes a humorous and heartwarming love story for feisty women featuring a cast of Broadway veterans, directed by two-time Tony Award winner, Judith Ivey.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
From the author of the play Enchanted April, comes a humorous and heartwarming love story for feisty women featuring a cast of Broadway veterans, directed by two-time Tony Award winner, Judith Ivey.
The Fire in His Being: Snowlion Repertory Mounts New Musical, MESMERIZED
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 20, 2019
'He said he had this power in his hand, fire in his being that he called animal magnetism,' says Al D'Andrea, director and book author of Snowlion Repertory's new musical, MESMERIZED, which will run from May 3 - May 12, 2019, at the Portland Ballet Studio Theater. D' Andrea, who, together with Snowlion's Producing Director, Margit Ahlin, are the co-founders of this adventurous Maine theatre company, sat down to talk to Broadway World about their new work and about the history of their theatre.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 20, 2019
'He said he had this power in his hand, fire in his being that he called animal magnetism,' says Al D'Andrea, director and book author of Snowlion Repertory's new musical, MESMERIZED, which will run from May 3 - May 12, 2019, at the Portland Ballet Studio Theater. D' Andrea, who, together with Snowlion's Producing Director, Margit Ahlin, are the co-founders of this adventurous Maine theatre company, sat down to talk to Broadway World about their new work and about the history of their theatre.
Mad Horse Theatre Company Presents THE TOMB OF KING TOT
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2019
Maine Mad Horse Theatre Company presents THE TOMB OF KING TOT by Olivia Dufault at Mad Horse Theatre Company, 24 Mosher Street, South Portland, ME. The play alternates between reality and imagination, laugh-out-loud humor and tragedy as cartoonist Jane Haley grapples with death, love and responsibility.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2019
Maine Mad Horse Theatre Company presents THE TOMB OF KING TOT by Olivia Dufault at Mad Horse Theatre Company, 24 Mosher Street, South Portland, ME. The play alternates between reality and imagination, laugh-out-loud humor and tragedy as cartoonist Jane Haley grapples with death, love and responsibility.
Photo Flash: Good Theater Presents LUCKY STIFF
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2019
Get a first look below at Good Theater's production of Lucky Stiff by Lynn Ahrens (book & lyrics) and Stephen Flaherty (music), directed by Brian P. Allen. The production wraps up on April 28 at Good Theater's home the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress Street, Portland.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2019
Get a first look below at Good Theater's production of Lucky Stiff by Lynn Ahrens (book & lyrics) and Stephen Flaherty (music), directed by Brian P. Allen. The production wraps up on April 28 at Good Theater's home the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress Street, Portland.
Portland Stage Presents THE LAST FIVE YEARS By Jason Robert Brown
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2019
Portland Stage presents The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown April 30 through May 19. This hit musical by Tony Award-winning lyricist Jason Robert Brown deconstructs a love affair and marriage between an aspiring novelist and a struggling actress over five years. Told almost entirely through song, this piece moves backward and forward through time weaving the beginning and end of a love affair.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2019
Portland Stage presents The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown April 30 through May 19. This hit musical by Tony Award-winning lyricist Jason Robert Brown deconstructs a love affair and marriage between an aspiring novelist and a struggling actress over five years. Told almost entirely through song, this piece moves backward and forward through time weaving the beginning and end of a love affair.
Ogunquit Playhouse Announces Children's Theatre Camps And Shows
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2019
The Ogunquit Playhouse Children's Theatre Camps are open for enrollment and filling up fast! Register your aspiring thespian today for either the Rising Stars Camp for children ages 5 to 8, Center Stage Camp for children ages 8 to 10, or the Junior Players Camp for ages 10 to 18. These programs offer theatrical training in a supportive and nurturing environment, and no prior training or skill level is required to participate. Each camp session concludes with a staged production in front of an audience.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2019
The Ogunquit Playhouse Children's Theatre Camps are open for enrollment and filling up fast! Register your aspiring thespian today for either the Rising Stars Camp for children ages 5 to 8, Center Stage Camp for children ages 8 to 10, or the Junior Players Camp for ages 10 to 18. These programs offer theatrical training in a supportive and nurturing environment, and no prior training or skill level is required to participate. Each camp session concludes with a staged production in front of an audience.
Mechanics' Hall Names Annie Leahy As Inaugural Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2019
Mechanics' Hall Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Annie Leahy as the organization's inaugural Executive Director. Leahy will start her post on April 22nd. She joins Mechanics' as the organization begins a process of planning for major building and facility improvements that will allow the Hall to present a wide variety of creative and artistic programs which honor the mission of the MCMA - to inspire and enrich the community by promoting ingenuity, creativity, innovation, and the diffusion of useful knowledge.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2019
Mechanics' Hall Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Annie Leahy as the organization's inaugural Executive Director. Leahy will start her post on April 22nd. She joins Mechanics' as the organization begins a process of planning for major building and facility improvements that will allow the Hall to present a wide variety of creative and artistic programs which honor the mission of the MCMA - to inspire and enrich the community by promoting ingenuity, creativity, innovation, and the diffusion of useful knowledge.
Every Year Seems Like an Anniversary: MSMT Previews Its 61st Season
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 15, 2019
'It's always hard to follow an anniversary season, where you've pulled out all the stops for that special celebration,' confides Maine State Music Theatre's Artistic Director, Curt Dale Clark, as he sits down with Broadway World Maine to preview the company's upcoming 61st season. 'It's a bit scary because after the anniversary, then, what next? But the beautiful thing about what we do for a living [in the theatre] is that every year seems like an anniversary. MSMT has carved out a niche here in Brunswick where we pull out all the stops year after year. Our public expects it, and it is pour job to do it!'
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 15, 2019
'It's always hard to follow an anniversary season, where you've pulled out all the stops for that special celebration,' confides Maine State Music Theatre's Artistic Director, Curt Dale Clark, as he sits down with Broadway World Maine to preview the company's upcoming 61st season. 'It's a bit scary because after the anniversary, then, what next? But the beautiful thing about what we do for a living [in the theatre] is that every year seems like an anniversary. MSMT has carved out a niche here in Brunswick where we pull out all the stops year after year. Our public expects it, and it is pour job to do it!'
MAMMA MIA Tickets On Sale Soon At Penobscot Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2019
Tickets to Penobscot Theatre Company's production of the smash hit musical MAMMA MIA will go on sale to the general public, April 22, 2019. The Broadway musical will run from June 13 to July 14 at the historic Bangor Opera House with evening and afternoon performances. 'MAMMA MIA is the perfect kickoff to summer,' said Bari Newport, producing artistic director. 'Nothing says sunshine and beaches more than a Greek Island! And a little disco never hurts, either.'
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2019
Tickets to Penobscot Theatre Company's production of the smash hit musical MAMMA MIA will go on sale to the general public, April 22, 2019. The Broadway musical will run from June 13 to July 14 at the historic Bangor Opera House with evening and afternoon performances. 'MAMMA MIA is the perfect kickoff to summer,' said Bari Newport, producing artistic director. 'Nothing says sunshine and beaches more than a Greek Island! And a little disco never hurts, either.'
MSMT Presents Sensory-Friendly Performances For Children
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2019
Thanks to generous, continuing grants from the Anna-Maria Moggio Foundation and new foundation support from Androscoggin Bank's Greater Giving Program and The Onion Foundation, Maine State Music Theatre will continue its annual sensory-friendly performance series this summer by presenting Snow White and The Little Mermaid.
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2019
Thanks to generous, continuing grants from the Anna-Maria Moggio Foundation and new foundation support from Androscoggin Bank's Greater Giving Program and The Onion Foundation, Maine State Music Theatre will continue its annual sensory-friendly performance series this summer by presenting Snow White and The Little Mermaid.
Photo Flash: Get A First Look A Waterville Opera House's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2019
The Waterville Opera House (WOH) is delighted to be your guide to the land over the rainbow we all know and love -- the magical land of Oz - as they present an unforgettable production of the classic heart-warming musical The Wizard of Oz! Get a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2019
The Waterville Opera House (WOH) is delighted to be your guide to the land over the rainbow we all know and love -- the magical land of Oz - as they present an unforgettable production of the classic heart-warming musical The Wizard of Oz! Get a first look at the cast in action below!
18th Annual Maine Playwrights Festival Showcases Writers From High School To Established Professionals
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2019
Performances for the 2019 Maine Playwrights Festival, the state's most prolific incubator for new plays by local playwrights, have been announced for April 25 through May 4 in Portland. This year's eighteenth annual festival features the world premiere performances of six new plays by Maine playwrights. Public performances will be held at the Studio Theater at Portland Stage (25 Forest Avenue). Festival tickets are available now at www.acorn-productions.org.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2019
Performances for the 2019 Maine Playwrights Festival, the state's most prolific incubator for new plays by local playwrights, have been announced for April 25 through May 4 in Portland. This year's eighteenth annual festival features the world premiere performances of six new plays by Maine playwrights. Public performances will be held at the Studio Theater at Portland Stage (25 Forest Avenue). Festival tickets are available now at www.acorn-productions.org.
Photo Flash: LA Community Theatre's AVENUE Q
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2019
LA Community Theatre's Avenue Q is now on stage! Check out the photos below! This puppet-filled comedy, with music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx and book by Jeff Whitty, Avenue Q is an 'autobiographical and biographical' coming-of-age parable, addressing the issues and anxieties associated with entering adulthood. Winner of the Tony 'Triple Crown' for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is 'part flesh, part felt, and packed with heart.'
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2019
LA Community Theatre's Avenue Q is now on stage! Check out the photos below! This puppet-filled comedy, with music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx and book by Jeff Whitty, Avenue Q is an 'autobiographical and biographical' coming-of-age parable, addressing the issues and anxieties associated with entering adulthood. Winner of the Tony 'Triple Crown' for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is 'part flesh, part felt, and packed with heart.'
Penobscot Theatre Company Presents Maine Premiere Of Tony Award Winning Musical, FUN HOME
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2019
Penobscot Theatre Company presents Maine premiere of Tony Award winning musical, Fun Home April 25 - May 12 Bangor, ME - Penobscot Theatre Company is thrilled to present the five-time Tony Award-winning musical Fun Home.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2019
Penobscot Theatre Company presents Maine premiere of Tony Award winning musical, Fun Home April 25 - May 12 Bangor, ME - Penobscot Theatre Company is thrilled to present the five-time Tony Award-winning musical Fun Home.
Photo/Video: First Look At Maine State Ballet's CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2019
Cinderella is now on stage at Main State Ballet! The age old story of the cinder-girl, is familiar, well-loved and considered the world's most timeless fairy tale. Get swept up in the romance as one of Maine State Ballet's most beloved ballets returns to the stage.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2019
Cinderella is now on stage at Main State Ballet! The age old story of the cinder-girl, is familiar, well-loved and considered the world's most timeless fairy tale. Get swept up in the romance as one of Maine State Ballet's most beloved ballets returns to the stage.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Waterville Opera House's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2019
The Waterville Opera House (WOH) is delighted to be your guide to the land over the rainbow we all know and love -- the magical land of Oz - as they present an unforgettable production of the classic heart-warming musical The Wizard of Oz! Get a first look at rehearsals below!
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2019
The Waterville Opera House (WOH) is delighted to be your guide to the land over the rainbow we all know and love -- the magical land of Oz - as they present an unforgettable production of the classic heart-warming musical The Wizard of Oz! Get a first look at rehearsals below!
Mechanics' Hall To Begin First Friday Performance Series In May
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2019
Mechanics' Hall has announced a new First Friday performance series called Various! Each month will showcase 5 acts and be formatted in the spirit of the art walk such that guests can come and go or stay for the entire hour. Set in the Grand Ballroom, Various! will increase exposure for Maine's many talented performers while providing members of the public with a new art walk destination.
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2019
Mechanics' Hall has announced a new First Friday performance series called Various! Each month will showcase 5 acts and be formatted in the spirit of the art walk such that guests can come and go or stay for the entire hour. Set in the Grand Ballroom, Various! will increase exposure for Maine's many talented performers while providing members of the public with a new art walk destination.
BWW Review: Merry Musical Conclusion to Good Theater's Season
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 01, 2019
In a rare and very welcome bit of programming, the Good Theater has chosen to conclude its seventeenth season not only with a book musical but also with a rarely performed work. Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty's very first collaboration, Lucky Stiff is a delightful farce, based on a wild Monte Carlo caper, brimming with silliness and bursting with wacky characters.
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - April 01, 2019
In a rare and very welcome bit of programming, the Good Theater has chosen to conclude its seventeenth season not only with a book musical but also with a rarely performed work. Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty's very first collaboration, Lucky Stiff is a delightful farce, based on a wild Monte Carlo caper, brimming with silliness and bursting with wacky characters.
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