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9 Liz Callaway Videos We Can't Get Enough Of!
by BWW News Desk on August 06, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

We're looking back at these past performances by Liz Callaway before her Seth Concert this weekend!

Lake Superior Community Theater Cancels JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk on August 06, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Lake Superior Community Theater has announced that it is cancelled its production of Junie B. Jones The Musical.

Follow Our Student Blog Instagram Account!
by BWW News Desk on August 05, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

We're highlighting our student bloggers on Instagram!

Birdland Brings Concert Series To BWW; Von Essen, Vosk, Rockwell, Leung, Szot & More
by BWW News Desk on August 04, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Each concert will kick off with a live premiere event, featuring a special chat (which will include the performer) and will then be on-demand for 30 days on BroadwayWorld Events.

5 Lena Hall OBSESSED Performances We're Obsessed With!
by BWW News Desk on August 03, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Lena Hall's popular series Obsessed is returning next weekend with the music of Alanis Morissette! We're looking back at some of our favorite past performances-- which one is your favorite?

Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Bette Midler's DIVA LAS VEGAS
by Ben Rimalower on August 03, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk about Bette Midler's 1997 HBO special 'Diva Las Vegas,' filmed at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. They also discuss Barbra Streisand, Patti LuPone, Liza Minnelli, Elaine Paige, Tyne Daly, Angela Lansbury, and 'Gypsy.'

VIDEO: Tune in to the Guthrie Theater's Virtual Benefit
by BWW News Desk on August 01, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

The Guthrie Theater announced is presenting its first-ever virtual benefit tonight, August 1.

Hennepin Theatre Trust Announces The 2020 Spotlight Education Honors For Minnesota High School Musical Theater Students
by BWW News Desk on July 29, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Hennepin Theatre Trust announced the six students honored with the 2020 Spotlight Education Triple Threat Award.

Minnesota Opera Reimagines Fall 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk on July 29, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

MN Opera returns this fall with a new, safe, and innovative 2020 Fall Season!

Hennepin Theatre Trust Presents Virtual Benefit Concert CHRISTOPHER JACKSON: LIVE FROM THE WEST SIDE
by BWW News Desk on July 28, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that it is one in a select group of nonprofit arts organizations across the country participating in a livestream concert event, Christopher Jackson: Live from the West Side on Saturday, August 15 at 7 p.m.

Stephanie J. Block, Rachel Bay Jones, & Liz Callaway Will Join Seth Rudetsky For LIVE Concerts
by BWW News Desk on July 28, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Producer Mark Cortale announced today that award-winning stars of the stage and screen Liz Callaway, Stephanie J. Block, and Rachel Bay Jones will join the line-up of talent slated to participate in The Seth Concert Series, the weekly virtual series based on Seth Rudetsky's international Broadway series that began at The Art House in Provincetown.

Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records QuaranStreams Continues with THE FIRST WIVES CLUB!
by Ben Rimalower on July 27, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk about the 1996 hit movie 'The First Wives Club.' In addition to their in-depth analysis of the comedic talents of Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, and Diane Keaton, they also discuss Eileen Heckart, Sarah Jessica Parker, Stockard Channing, Elizabeth Berkley, Timothy Olyphant, Victor Garber, Bronson Pinchot, Dan Hedaya, Lea Delaria, Debra Monk, J.K. Simmons, Kate Burton, Marc Shaiman, and Maggie Smith. Ben and Daniel also share personal stories of when they discovered the film and how it's stayed with them since.

Exclusive: Megan Hilty Sings from Smash; Concert Re-Airs Today!
by BWW News Desk on July 27, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Seth Rudetsky's internationally acclaimed Broadway concert series that first began in Provincetown at The Art House in 2011 is now a weekly virtual series entitled The Seth Concert Series. Megan Hilty's performance as part of The Seth Concert Series, re-airs today at 3 PM ET.

Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company Announces 2020-2021 Season – Theater Six Feet Apart!
by BWW News Desk on July 23, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company announces its 2020-2021 Season a?" Theater Six Feet Apart!

Save 10% On Online Acting, Singing, And Dancing Classes
by BWW Staff on July 23, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

BroadwayWorld and The Institute for American Musical Theatre have joined forces to bring online triple threat classes to students around the world. Now, for a limited time only, you can save 10% with our summer sale! Freshening up those triple threat skills is a great way to get ready to go back to school or get a leg up in the audition room.

9 Megan Hilty Videos We Can't Get Enough Of!
by BWW News Desk on July 23, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Megan Hilty is stopping by The Seth Concert Series this weekend and we wanted to look back at some of our favorite past performances of hers!

Brainerd Community Theater Will Present Two Summer Performances, SH-BOOM and THE MARVELLOUS WONDERETTES
by BWW News Desk on July 23, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Brainerd Community Theater will present two summer performances outdoors this year, Sh-Boom! and The Marvellous Wonderettes.

QUIZ: Create a Broadway Playlist for an Album Recommendation!
by BWW News Desk on July 21, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

From the best opening numbers to that dazzling 11 o'clock number... create a Broadway playlist for an Off-Broadway album recommendation!

Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records QuaranStreams with Instagrammer @dublin_zoetrope!
by Ben Rimalower on July 20, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

In this episode, Ben and Daniel are joined by Instagram sensation @dublin_zoetrope to discuss the 2016 HBO documentary 'Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds.' In addition to Carrie and Debbie, they also discuss Glenn Close, Meryl Streep, Julianne Moore, 'The Hours,' Barbra Streisand, Patti LuPone, and Shirley MacLaine.

Lena Hall Announces OBSESSED: ALANIS MORISSETTE Live Streaming Concert 8/14
by BWW News Desk on July 20, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Lena Hall announced today a new concert, OBSESSED: ALANIS MORISSETTE, coming to BroadwayWorld Events on August 14th at 9PM ET. Audiences will have the option of a VIP concert experience, joining Hall on zoom for the event as well as an additional post show performance/virtual meet & greet.

Theatrical Couple Jen Maren and Peter Simmons Create 30-Minute Show MY FUNNY QUARANTINE and Perform For Family and Neighbors
by BWW News Desk on July 20, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Theatrical husband and wife duo Jen Maren and Peter Simmons created a 30 minute performance, titled a?oeMy Funny Quarantinea??, which features songs, storytelling, improv, pantomime and more.

Fairmont Opera House Presents LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE
by BWW News Desk on July 18, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Civic Summer Theatre is ready to put on a big show! Little House on the Prairie comes to life on the Fairmont Opera House stage. The musical follows the Ingalls family's journey westward and settlement in DeSmet, South Dakota where Ma and Pa Ingalls hoped to make a better life for their children.

Watch Norm Lewis & Seth Rudetsky Live In Concert On Demand
by BWW News Desk on July 22, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Hosted by beloved musical director and Sirius XM Star Seth Rudetsky, Norm Lewis's live concert is now available on demand for a limited time only, through August 5th!

Guthrie Theater Offers Virtual Youth Experiences This Summer
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

The Guthrie Theater has transitioned its full-day, in-person summer camps to virtual youth experiences for students entering grades 3-12. From acting and dance to technical backstage roles, each youth experience is designed to challenge students to work outside their comfort zones, explore their identities and grow as artists and people.

Former Theater Director at Anoka Middle School for the Arts Charged With Sexual Abuse
by BWW News Desk on July 17, 2020 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Jefferson Fietek, a former theater director at Anoka Middle School for the Arts has been charged with sexually abusing four teenage students.