BWW Reviews: Verge Theater's THE NINA VARIATIONS
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 27, 2015
You don't have to be a devotee of Chekhov - you don't even have to be a fan of live theater necessarily - but it clearly helps if you are in the audience for Verge Theater Company's production of Steven Dietz's The Nina Variations, which is sometimes whimsical and oftentimes dramatic in the rich tradition of Russian literature.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 27, 2015
You don't have to be a devotee of Chekhov - you don't even have to be a fan of live theater necessarily - but it clearly helps if you are in the audience for Verge Theater Company's production of Steven Dietz's The Nina Variations, which is sometimes whimsical and oftentimes dramatic in the rich tradition of Russian literature.
BWW Reviews: NEWSIES' National Tour Lands in Music City
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 27, 2015
Christopher Gattelli's superb choreography - spirited and athletic, amazingly theatrical and awe-inspiring - may be reason enough to see Disney's Newsies, the show now ensconced at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall through Sunday, where it's entertaining audiences and eliciting some of the loudest responses we've ever heard in that cavernous space.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 27, 2015
Christopher Gattelli's superb choreography - spirited and athletic, amazingly theatrical and awe-inspiring - may be reason enough to see Disney's Newsies, the show now ensconced at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall through Sunday, where it's entertaining audiences and eliciting some of the loudest responses we've ever heard in that cavernous space.
Nashville Rep Now Accepting Applications for 2015-16 Ingram New Works Playwrights
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2015
Now through June 21, 2015, Nashville Repertory Theatre is accepting applications for playwrights for the 2015-16 Ingram New Works Project.
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2015
Now through June 21, 2015, Nashville Repertory Theatre is accepting applications for playwrights for the 2015-16 Ingram New Works Project.
Introducing THE NASHVILLE THEATER CALENDAR
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 26, 2015
Sometimes it seems there is so much theater happening around us that it's difficult to keep track of it all. Thus, we are happy to present a new feature: The Nashville Theater Calendar, which is a comprehensive listing of theatrical openings,that will be updated each week, for the 2015/16 season.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 26, 2015
Sometimes it seems there is so much theater happening around us that it's difficult to keep track of it all. Thus, we are happy to present a new feature: The Nashville Theater Calendar, which is a comprehensive listing of theatrical openings,that will be updated each week, for the 2015/16 season.
CRITICS' CHOICE: What's Happening This Week?
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 26, 2015
Disney's Newsies will claim Nashville as their own hometown with a weeklong run at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center beginning Tuesday, Osborne and Eppler's Southern Fried Nuptials takes the stage in Woodbury, and local favorite Geoff Davin unveils his latest theatrical creation - Adamenses Huckster…and there's plenty of theater continuing this week to keep you occupied all week long!
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 26, 2015
Disney's Newsies will claim Nashville as their own hometown with a weeklong run at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center beginning Tuesday, Osborne and Eppler's Southern Fried Nuptials takes the stage in Woodbury, and local favorite Geoff Davin unveils his latest theatrical creation - Adamenses Huckster…and there's plenty of theater continuing this week to keep you occupied all week long!
NEWSIES Makes Nashville Debut, 5/26-31
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2015
Disney Theatrical Productions and the Tennessee Performing Arts Center announce that the Tony Award-winning smash hit musical, NEWSIES, will make its Nashville debut with a limited one-week engagement at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall, May 26-31.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2015
Disney Theatrical Productions and the Tennessee Performing Arts Center announce that the Tony Award-winning smash hit musical, NEWSIES, will make its Nashville debut with a limited one-week engagement at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall, May 26-31.
Ingrid Michaelson Previews A SUMMER NIGHT OUT Tour with Live Dress Rehearsal at TPAC
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2015
Before launching her "A Summer Night Out" Tour, indie-pop sweetheart Ingrid Michaelson will offer a preview performance in the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's James K. Polk Theater on Monday, June 1 at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2015
Before launching her "A Summer Night Out" Tour, indie-pop sweetheart Ingrid Michaelson will offer a preview performance in the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's James K. Polk Theater on Monday, June 1 at 8:00 p.m.
Geoff Davin's THE FIRST CHURCH OF MARY... Premieres Next Week
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
Subtitled 'a play about Faith, Narcissism, & Red Velvet Cake,' The First Church of Mary (which is how we will refer to it hereafter) allows Davin to don a wig and heels - 'yet again,' according to the show's press release - to play his newest creation Adamenses Huckster, the protagonist of his 'new play (with mus
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
Subtitled 'a play about Faith, Narcissism, & Red Velvet Cake,' The First Church of Mary (which is how we will refer to it hereafter) allows Davin to don a wig and heels - 'yet again,' according to the show's press release - to play his newest creation Adamenses Huckster, the protagonist of his 'new play (with mus
CRITICS' CHOICE: Memorial Weekend's Best Bets
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
It's the official kick-off to summer, what with the Memorial Day Weekend upon us already - seriously, where did the time go? - and while we're certain your calendar is filled with cookouts, fireworks (we don't save all the sparklers for July 4th do we?) and swimming (if it warms up enough here in frosty Tennessee, where it's in the 50s as I type). But being the theatrical fanatic that we (using either the editorial "we" or the royal "we"…just take your pick) are, we would like to humbly suggest you make your way to the theater in the next few days to get some artistic inspiration.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
It's the official kick-off to summer, what with the Memorial Day Weekend upon us already - seriously, where did the time go? - and while we're certain your calendar is filled with cookouts, fireworks (we don't save all the sparklers for July 4th do we?) and swimming (if it warms up enough here in frosty Tennessee, where it's in the 50s as I type). But being the theatrical fanatic that we (using either the editorial "we" or the royal "we"…just take your pick) are, we would like to humbly suggest you make your way to the theater in the next few days to get some artistic inspiration.
THE FRIDAY FIVE: STARLITE WALTZ's Brooke Gronemeyer & Morgan Robertson
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
Inspired by BroadwayWorld.com's Friday Six, welcome to BroadwayWorld Nashville's latest installment of The Friday Five: five questions designed to help you learn more about the talented people you'll find onstage throughout the Volunteer state. Today, we focus our virtual spotlight on Brooke Gronemeyer and Morgan Robertson, the stars of Starlite Waltz, the latest - and, unfortunately, last - production from GroundWorks Theatre, headed by artistic director Myra Stephens and managing director Jonathan Stephens, who took over the company from founders Sean and Bob O'Connell (2011 First Night Honorees).
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
Inspired by BroadwayWorld.com's Friday Six, welcome to BroadwayWorld Nashville's latest installment of The Friday Five: five questions designed to help you learn more about the talented people you'll find onstage throughout the Volunteer state. Today, we focus our virtual spotlight on Brooke Gronemeyer and Morgan Robertson, the stars of Starlite Waltz, the latest - and, unfortunately, last - production from GroundWorks Theatre, headed by artistic director Myra Stephens and managing director Jonathan Stephens, who took over the company from founders Sean and Bob O'Connell (2011 First Night Honorees).
THE FRIDAY FIVE: THE NINA VARIATIONS' Jaclynn Jutting & Justin Hand
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
Inspired by BroadwayWorld.com's Friday Six, welcome to BroadwayWorld Nashville's latest installment of The Friday Five: five questions designed to help you learn more about the talented people you'll find onstage throughout the Volunteer state. Today, our spotlight focuses on Justin Hand, who plays Treplev, and director Jaclynn Jutting from Verge Theatre's production of Steven Dietz's The Nina Variations, opening tonight at Belmont's Black Box Theatre.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 22, 2015
Inspired by BroadwayWorld.com's Friday Six, welcome to BroadwayWorld Nashville's latest installment of The Friday Five: five questions designed to help you learn more about the talented people you'll find onstage throughout the Volunteer state. Today, our spotlight focuses on Justin Hand, who plays Treplev, and director Jaclynn Jutting from Verge Theatre's production of Steven Dietz's The Nina Variations, opening tonight at Belmont's Black Box Theatre.
BWW Interviews: NEWSIES' Angela Grovey
by Cara Richardson - May 22, 2015
Newsies: The Musical heads to Tennessee Performing Arts Center next week and helps ring in the beginning of summer. Based on the 1992 Disney movie of same name, Newsies: The Musical visits the late 1800s of New York City. Actress Angela Grovey plays Medda Larkin. With an extensive career in film, television, and theatre, Angela took some time out of her busy touring schedule to answer some questions for our readers in the Nashville region.
by Cara Richardson - May 22, 2015
Newsies: The Musical heads to Tennessee Performing Arts Center next week and helps ring in the beginning of summer. Based on the 1992 Disney movie of same name, Newsies: The Musical visits the late 1800s of New York City. Actress Angela Grovey plays Medda Larkin. With an extensive career in film, television, and theatre, Angela took some time out of her busy touring schedule to answer some questions for our readers in the Nashville region.
WOMEN'S WORK 2015: Marilyn Anselmi's MAMA'S GIRLS
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 21, 2015
Two of Nashville's best-known young actors, Lucy Turner and Paige Glasser, lead the cast of Mama's Girls - an original play by Marilyn Barner Anselmi, directed by Vickie Bailey - which is slated for a staged reading as part of Tennessee Women's Theater Project's Women's Work Festival this Friday night, May 22.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 21, 2015
Two of Nashville's best-known young actors, Lucy Turner and Paige Glasser, lead the cast of Mama's Girls - an original play by Marilyn Barner Anselmi, directed by Vickie Bailey - which is slated for a staged reading as part of Tennessee Women's Theater Project's Women's Work Festival this Friday night, May 22.
THE FRIDAY FIVE: Austin Olive & Amie Lara From Circle's SPELLING BEE
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 21, 2015
With so many new productions bowing this week (hence, the Friday 5 on Thursday), the spotlight shines first on Austin Olive and Amie Lara from the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, directed by the talented Joshua Waldrep, and opening tonight at Pearl Cohn Comprehensive High School. It's the last production of the 2014-15 - that's the 65th year - season of Circle Players, the oldest community theatre troupe in Middle Tennessee.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 21, 2015
With so many new productions bowing this week (hence, the Friday 5 on Thursday), the spotlight shines first on Austin Olive and Amie Lara from the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, directed by the talented Joshua Waldrep, and opening tonight at Pearl Cohn Comprehensive High School. It's the last production of the 2014-15 - that's the 65th year - season of Circle Players, the oldest community theatre troupe in Middle Tennessee.
Street Theatre Company to Present DOGFIGHT
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2015
Street Theatre Company, continuing to meet its goal to stage Nashville premieres, opens its second show of the 2015 season with the Off-Broadway musical DOGFIGHT. The show originally opened in New York in 2012 and, after receiving rave reviews and numerous awards, made its way to the London stage in 2014. Following its incredible success, regional theaters in both the United States and Europe will be mounting productions of DOGFIGHT this year.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2015
Street Theatre Company, continuing to meet its goal to stage Nashville premieres, opens its second show of the 2015 season with the Off-Broadway musical DOGFIGHT. The show originally opened in New York in 2012 and, after receiving rave reviews and numerous awards, made its way to the London stage in 2014. Following its incredible success, regional theaters in both the United States and Europe will be mounting productions of DOGFIGHT this year.
CRITICS' CHOICE: What's Coming Up This Week?
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
It's been a busy spring in Tennessee and as we head into summer, you can rest assured that things are only going to get busier - and more interesting. Our advice? Hydrate yourself (drink plenty of water before heading out), dress comfortably (but tasteful) and head out for a night at the theater. You'll be inspired, entertained and possibly even transported to some far-away world of wonder and imagination.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
It's been a busy spring in Tennessee and as we head into summer, you can rest assured that things are only going to get busier - and more interesting. Our advice? Hydrate yourself (drink plenty of water before heading out), dress comfortably (but tasteful) and head out for a night at the theater. You'll be inspired, entertained and possibly even transported to some far-away world of wonder and imagination.
Remembering The Grace and Talent of ARITA TRAHAN
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
Despite knowing that the time would come, I am still staggered by the news of Arita Trahan's passing last weekend. Although she had moved from Nashville some years back - living in Los Angeles and Philadelphia after leaving Tennessee - she always remained a member of our theater family, one of the leading lights among the scores of talented people who have called our city home over the years.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
Despite knowing that the time would come, I am still staggered by the news of Arita Trahan's passing last weekend. Although she had moved from Nashville some years back - living in Los Angeles and Philadelphia after leaving Tennessee - she always remained a member of our theater family, one of the leading lights among the scores of talented people who have called our city home over the years.
Hey, Jef, Here's My Headshot: JUSTIN BOYD
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
Today's actor/subject/model is the hardest working man in Nashville theater - or, at least, the busiest - Justin Boyd, who will be appearing as Van in ACT 1's production of Dog Sees God, directed by Jim Manning. His headshot is by photographer Megan Maddox.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
Today's actor/subject/model is the hardest working man in Nashville theater - or, at least, the busiest - Justin Boyd, who will be appearing as Van in ACT 1's production of Dog Sees God, directed by Jim Manning. His headshot is by photographer Megan Maddox.
COLLEGIATE THEATRICS: Lipscomb's Rebekah Stogner
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
School's out for summer, but that doesn't mean that college theater students are lounging by the pool, waiting for their next big break. Rather, if you're someone like Rebekah Stogner, an acting/journalism major at Nashville's David Lipscomb University, chances are you're preparing for the next audition and getting ready for fall semester.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 19, 2015
School's out for summer, but that doesn't mean that college theater students are lounging by the pool, waiting for their next big break. Rather, if you're someone like Rebekah Stogner, an acting/journalism major at Nashville's David Lipscomb University, chances are you're preparing for the next audition and getting ready for fall semester.
CRITICS CHOICE: Resistance is Futile
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 15, 2015
The weekend is upon us, which means you have just a few hours to figure out a game plan so you don't miss out on all the fun that's happening all around you. We've got the goods on theatrical events this weekend, to save wear and tear on your brain, and we can offer some sound advice: Just do as we say and everything will be fine. Resistance is futile.
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 15, 2015
The weekend is upon us, which means you have just a few hours to figure out a game plan so you don't miss out on all the fun that's happening all around you. We've got the goods on theatrical events this weekend, to save wear and tear on your brain, and we can offer some sound advice: Just do as we say and everything will be fine. Resistance is futile.
Marcus Hummon Premieres FREDERICK DOUGLASS: THE MAKING OF AN AMERICAN PROPHET Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2015
Marcus Hummon, who penned numerous country hits including the Grammy-winning, 'Bless the Broken Road,' and playwright of six award-winning musicals, has announced his newest creation, a concert theatrical adaptation of the great American abolitionist and social reformer, Frederick Douglass.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2015
Marcus Hummon, who penned numerous country hits including the Grammy-winning, 'Bless the Broken Road,' and playwright of six award-winning musicals, has announced his newest creation, a concert theatrical adaptation of the great American abolitionist and social reformer, Frederick Douglass.
The Center for the Arts Presents BONNIE AND CLYDE, Now thru 5/31
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2015
The Center for the Arts presents the musical Bonnie and Clyde May 15 - 31, 2015. Frank Wildhorn's electrifying story of love, adventure and the crimes that captured the attention of the country is fearless in its betrayal of the reckless young lovers.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2015
The Center for the Arts presents the musical Bonnie and Clyde May 15 - 31, 2015. Frank Wildhorn's electrifying story of love, adventure and the crimes that captured the attention of the country is fearless in its betrayal of the reckless young lovers.
Dr. Seuss' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! to Play Grand Ole Opry House, 11/20-12/27
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2015
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is coming to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House November 20 through December 27, 2015 as part of A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Hailed by The New York Times as '100 times better than any bedside story,' this classic holiday musical will enchant adults and children alike.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2015
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is coming to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House November 20 through December 27, 2015 as part of A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Hailed by The New York Times as '100 times better than any bedside story,' this classic holiday musical will enchant adults and children alike.
Nashville Mayoral Candidates Discuss the Arts at Today's Public Forum
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2015
Nashville Arts Coalition and leading community arts organizations will conduct a public forum today, May 14 that engages major Nashville mayoral candidates to discuss their visions for the arts.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2015
Nashville Arts Coalition and leading community arts organizations will conduct a public forum today, May 14 that engages major Nashville mayoral candidates to discuss their visions for the arts.
Street Theatre to Hold Auditions 5/30 for ClassAct Dramatics Youth Show BIG BAD MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2015
Street Theatre Company will be holding auditions for the ClassAct Dramatics youth production, BIG BAD MUSICAL, for ages 7 to 15 on Saturday, May 30, 10-2pm at Tulip Street United Methodist Church in East Nashville.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2015
Street Theatre Company will be holding auditions for the ClassAct Dramatics youth production, BIG BAD MUSICAL, for ages 7 to 15 on Saturday, May 30, 10-2pm at Tulip Street United Methodist Church in East Nashville.
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