THE FRIDAY FIVE: Boman, Delaney & Walker-Hill from SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 24, 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. This week the spotlight shines on Danny Boman, Jake Delaney and Katherine Walker Hill- the stars of Singin' in the Rain, opening tonight at Crossville's Cumberland County Playhouse, directed by Britt Hancock.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 24, 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. This week the spotlight shines on Danny Boman, Jake Delaney and Katherine Walker Hill- the stars of Singin' in the Rain, opening tonight at Crossville's Cumberland County Playhouse, directed by Britt Hancock.
BWW Reviews: Gaslight's THE ANDREWS BROTHERS
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 24, 2015
Perhaps no singing group more aptly captures the spirit of America during World War II than the glorious Andrews Sisters: the sound of Patty, Maxene and Laverne somehow encapsulates the romantic notions of a world at war that still delights audiences and conjures up visions of all-American spirit and spunk. With songs like 'Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,' 'Hold Tight,' 'Three Little Sisters,' and 'Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree,' audiences are immediately taken away to wartime - well, actually, the war's in its waning days (the time is March 1945), but young men are still risking their lives to ensure our liberties while saving the world from the Axis powers.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 24, 2015
Perhaps no singing group more aptly captures the spirit of America during World War II than the glorious Andrews Sisters: the sound of Patty, Maxene and Laverne somehow encapsulates the romantic notions of a world at war that still delights audiences and conjures up visions of all-American spirit and spunk. With songs like 'Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,' 'Hold Tight,' 'Three Little Sisters,' and 'Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree,' audiences are immediately taken away to wartime - well, actually, the war's in its waning days (the time is March 1945), but young men are still risking their lives to ensure our liberties while saving the world from the Axis powers.
Jake Delaney, Katherine Walker Hill and Danny Boman Star in Cumberland County Playhouse's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, Now thru 7/12
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2015
Cumberland County Playhouse announces the return of one of its most popular musicals, Singin' in the Rain.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2015
Cumberland County Playhouse announces the return of one of its most popular musicals, Singin' in the Rain.
Nashville Rep's Ingram New Works Fest to Kick Off 5/6
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2015
Nashville Repertory Theatre's Ingram New Works Festival will feature staged readings of five new plays, including the debut of a new work-in-progress from Pulitzer Prize-winner and Ingram New Works Fellow Donald Margulies. The Festival runs May 6-16, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2015
Nashville Repertory Theatre's Ingram New Works Festival will feature staged readings of five new plays, including the debut of a new work-in-progress from Pulitzer Prize-winner and Ingram New Works Fellow Donald Margulies. The Festival runs May 6-16, 2015.
Street Theatre Company Moves to East Nashville School for 10th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2015
Street Theatre Company, one of Nashville's preeminent professional theaters, has left their Elm Hill Pike home of the last four years to partner with Bailey STEM Magnet Middle Prep School in East Nashville. The company is now in residence at Bailey, and will be performing its 10th Anniversary Season (which consists of four mainstage productions and two children's productions) in the school's intimate auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2015
Street Theatre Company, one of Nashville's preeminent professional theaters, has left their Elm Hill Pike home of the last four years to partner with Bailey STEM Magnet Middle Prep School in East Nashville. The company is now in residence at Bailey, and will be performing its 10th Anniversary Season (which consists of four mainstage productions and two children's productions) in the school's intimate auditorium.
WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Jason Lewis
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 22, 2015
Today, our focus is on one of our favorites: Jason Lewis, who's been in New York City for the past several years but has been able to maintain his connection to Music City through a variety of successful projects, some of which have brought him back to Nashville for another stint.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 22, 2015
Today, our focus is on one of our favorites: Jason Lewis, who's been in New York City for the past several years but has been able to maintain his connection to Music City through a variety of successful projects, some of which have brought him back to Nashville for another stint.
Nashville Mayoral Candidates to Discuss the Arts at 5/14 Public Forum
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2015
Nashville Arts Coalition and leading community arts organizations will conduct a public forum May 14 that engages major Nashville mayoral candidates to discuss their visions for the arts.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2015
Nashville Arts Coalition and leading community arts organizations will conduct a public forum May 14 that engages major Nashville mayoral candidates to discuss their visions for the arts.
Sadie Bo Sommer To Retire From NASHVILLE BALLET After MIDSUMMER...
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 21, 2015
Nashville Ballet company dancer Sadie Bo (Harris) Sommer, who has performed with the organization since 2001, will retire at the end of the current performance season, dancing in her final mainstage performance as Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream for a three-day run April 24-26 at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 21, 2015
Nashville Ballet company dancer Sadie Bo (Harris) Sommer, who has performed with the organization since 2001, will retire at the end of the current performance season, dancing in her final mainstage performance as Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream for a three-day run April 24-26 at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall.
Clarence Brown's 2015-16 Season to Feature SOUTH PACIFIC, THE 39 STEPS & More
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2015
The Clarence Brown Theatre announces its nine-play lineup for the 2015/2016 Season, which includes a gut-busting spoof of a Hitchcock thriller, a Steinbeck classic, two holiday productions, the World Premiere of a CBT-commissioned comedy, a Rodgers and Hammerstein masterpiece, and more! Season subscriptions are on sale now starting at just $115 and can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 865-974-5161.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2015
The Clarence Brown Theatre announces its nine-play lineup for the 2015/2016 Season, which includes a gut-busting spoof of a Hitchcock thriller, a Steinbeck classic, two holiday productions, the World Premiere of a CBT-commissioned comedy, a Rodgers and Hammerstein masterpiece, and more! Season subscriptions are on sale now starting at just $115 and can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 865-974-5161.
COLLEGIATE THEATRICS: Texas A&M's CASEY GILBERT
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 21, 2015
A native of Cypress, Texas, Casey Gilbert came to Nashville to go to school at Belmont University and quickly made a name for herself on local stages. But it seemed, at least to her legions of fans in Music City, that no sooner had she arrived and made herself a home here, she was on her way back to Texas. Of course, there were all sorts of things happening that resulted in that move, not the least of which was a change in college major, family ties and more.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 21, 2015
A native of Cypress, Texas, Casey Gilbert came to Nashville to go to school at Belmont University and quickly made a name for herself on local stages. But it seemed, at least to her legions of fans in Music City, that no sooner had she arrived and made herself a home here, she was on her way back to Texas. Of course, there were all sorts of things happening that resulted in that move, not the least of which was a change in college major, family ties and more.
BWW Review: CPA's MARY POPPINS Flies High in Nashville
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 20, 2015
If writer P.L. Travers, the notoriously protective creator of Mary Poppins, was even half so prickly as we have been led to believe she was - thanks in large part to the screenplay for Saving Mr. Banks, the film retelling of her experiences with Walt Disney, et al, over the film adaptation of her beloved work - it's very easy to imagine how she might cringe at the thought of high school students taking on the musical theater version of her timeless story. However, if she knew in advance that it was being produced by Nashville's Christ Presbyterian Academy, under the direction of an artist as exacting as Paula Flautt, we rather think Miss Travers would be pleased -and without reservation.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 20, 2015
If writer P.L. Travers, the notoriously protective creator of Mary Poppins, was even half so prickly as we have been led to believe she was - thanks in large part to the screenplay for Saving Mr. Banks, the film retelling of her experiences with Walt Disney, et al, over the film adaptation of her beloved work - it's very easy to imagine how she might cringe at the thought of high school students taking on the musical theater version of her timeless story. However, if she knew in advance that it was being produced by Nashville's Christ Presbyterian Academy, under the direction of an artist as exacting as Paula Flautt, we rather think Miss Travers would be pleased -and without reservation.
CRITICS' CHOICE: What's Happening This Week in Nashville
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 19, 2015
Looking for something fun to do in Nashville this week? Have no fear, gentle BWW Nashville readers, our team of writers have done the necessary legwork - we're all about saving you time and helping you make informed decisions about how to spend your entertainment dollar, after all - and we are delighted to present you with our very first Critic's Choice column, filled to the veritable brim with suggestions for great stuff going on around our fair state. Now, get out there and have some fun, y'all! And while you're at it, you'll be doing some good for the community by supporting the arts in the Volunteer State!
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 19, 2015
Looking for something fun to do in Nashville this week? Have no fear, gentle BWW Nashville readers, our team of writers have done the necessary legwork - we're all about saving you time and helping you make informed decisions about how to spend your entertainment dollar, after all - and we are delighted to present you with our very first Critic's Choice column, filled to the veritable brim with suggestions for great stuff going on around our fair state. Now, get out there and have some fun, y'all! And while you're at it, you'll be doing some good for the community by supporting the arts in the Volunteer State!
BWW Reviews: Lipscomb University's Lyrical and Sentimental DANCING AT LUGHNASA
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 17, 2015
Now onstage through this weekend as part of Lipscomb University's theatre department's 2014-15 season, the Beki Baker-directed rendition of Friel's exquisitely written play is brought to life by an impressive cast of eight student actors who are given ample opportunity to show us exactly what they have learned in the classroom. With performances that are richly nuanced and significantly heartfelt, Baker's ensemble bring their characters to the stage, mostly free of artifice and in so doing create a memorable theatrical experience that is affecting and compelling.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 17, 2015
Now onstage through this weekend as part of Lipscomb University's theatre department's 2014-15 season, the Beki Baker-directed rendition of Friel's exquisitely written play is brought to life by an impressive cast of eight student actors who are given ample opportunity to show us exactly what they have learned in the classroom. With performances that are richly nuanced and significantly heartfelt, Baker's ensemble bring their characters to the stage, mostly free of artifice and in so doing create a memorable theatrical experience that is affecting and compelling.
THE FRIDAY FIVE: Adkins, Campbell and Pitt from THE PHILADELPHIA STORY
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 17, 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. This week the spotlight shines on Maggie Pitt, Jaymes Campbell and Susan Adkins - The Philadelphis Story's Tracy Lord and C.K. Dexter Haven and the director of Lakewood Theatre's production opening in Old Hickory this weekend.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 17, 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. This week the spotlight shines on Maggie Pitt, Jaymes Campbell and Susan Adkins - The Philadelphis Story's Tracy Lord and C.K. Dexter Haven and the director of Lakewood Theatre's production opening in Old Hickory this weekend.
Lakewood Theatre Company Stages THE PHILADELPHIA STORY, Now thru 5/3
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2015
Lakewood Theater Company presents its second show of their 2015 season with its production of the classic The Philadelphia Story, beginning tonight April 17, 2015 and running through Sunday, May 3, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2015
Lakewood Theater Company presents its second show of their 2015 season with its production of the classic The Philadelphia Story, beginning tonight April 17, 2015 and running through Sunday, May 3, 2015.
Clarence Brown Theatre Closes 2014-15 Season with THE THREEPENNY OPERA, Now thru 5/3
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2015
A landmark in modern drama which inspired the hits 'Cabaret' and 'Chicago' and which includes one of the most popular songs of the century, 'The Threepenny Opera' plays on the Clarence Brown Theatre Mainstage tonight, April 16 through May 3, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2015
A landmark in modern drama which inspired the hits 'Cabaret' and 'Chicago' and which includes one of the most popular songs of the century, 'The Threepenny Opera' plays on the Clarence Brown Theatre Mainstage tonight, April 16 through May 3, 2015.
BWW REVIEWS: Nashville Rep's Starry VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 15, 2015
Now onstage at TPAC's Andrew Johnson Theatre as the season-ending production from Nashville Repertory Theatre, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike has a lot to say and, for the most part, it does so with vigor and bite. Durang's play somehow remains an artful blending of hilarity and gloom that succeeds on many levels, credit for which is due both writer and director, in this case Nashville's own imaginative visionary aka Nate Eppler.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 15, 2015
Now onstage at TPAC's Andrew Johnson Theatre as the season-ending production from Nashville Repertory Theatre, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike has a lot to say and, for the most part, it does so with vigor and bite. Durang's play somehow remains an artful blending of hilarity and gloom that succeeds on many levels, credit for which is due both writer and director, in this case Nashville's own imaginative visionary aka Nate Eppler.
New Production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, Six Debuts Set for TPAC's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2015
The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) will celebrate its 35th anniversary with a storybook lineup that blends long-awaited returns with six of the hottest Broadway titles in its upcoming 2015-16 HCA/TriStar Health Broadway at TPAC series and Broadway special engagements.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2015
The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) will celebrate its 35th anniversary with a storybook lineup that blends long-awaited returns with six of the hottest Broadway titles in its upcoming 2015-16 HCA/TriStar Health Broadway at TPAC series and Broadway special engagements.
BWW Interviews: Evelyn Pearson of Nashville Repertory Theatre's VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
by Cara Richardson - April 14, 2015
Props master Evelyn Pearson is a wealth of information and insight into the set design, story, and props of the shows that Nashville Repertory Theatre produces. In the midst of tech week and opening weekend, she was kind enough to take some time to answer questions regarding the newest production, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, written by Christopher Durang.
by Cara Richardson - April 14, 2015
Props master Evelyn Pearson is a wealth of information and insight into the set design, story, and props of the shows that Nashville Repertory Theatre produces. In the midst of tech week and opening weekend, she was kind enough to take some time to answer questions regarding the newest production, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, written by Christopher Durang.
BWW REVIEWS: Keeton Theatre's GODSPELL
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Its Vacation Bible School vibe aside, Godspell - the Stephen Schwartz musical from 1971 that grew from a class project at Carnegie Mellon University that most recently was revived on Broadway in 2011 - relates the parables of Jesus Christ in a sprightly, colorful way that can be entertaining and elucidating. Now onstage at The Larry Keeton Theatre, Nashville's theater home for classic musical comedies, Godspell features a winning cast led by Wesley King and Elliott Robinson under the direction of musical theater veterans Jamie London and Ginger Newman.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Its Vacation Bible School vibe aside, Godspell - the Stephen Schwartz musical from 1971 that grew from a class project at Carnegie Mellon University that most recently was revived on Broadway in 2011 - relates the parables of Jesus Christ in a sprightly, colorful way that can be entertaining and elucidating. Now onstage at The Larry Keeton Theatre, Nashville's theater home for classic musical comedies, Godspell features a winning cast led by Wesley King and Elliott Robinson under the direction of musical theater veterans Jamie London and Ginger Newman.
Act Like A GRRRL Fundraiser Set for Darkhorse 4/17-18
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
For two nights only, on April 17 and 18, they will speak, sing, dance, and shape-shift their stories to life as part of GRRRLS NIGHT OUT: an all-star fundraising performance for GRRRL scholarships, to be held at the Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Avenue in Nashville.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
For two nights only, on April 17 and 18, they will speak, sing, dance, and shape-shift their stories to life as part of GRRRLS NIGHT OUT: an all-star fundraising performance for GRRRL scholarships, to be held at the Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Avenue in Nashville.
THE PHILADELPHIA STORY Next Up In Lakewood's 2015 Season
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Lakewood Theater Company presents its second show of the 2015 season with the classic The Philadelphia Story, beginning Friday, April 17, and running through Sunday, May 3.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Lakewood Theater Company presents its second show of the 2015 season with the classic The Philadelphia Story, beginning Friday, April 17, and running through Sunday, May 3.
MARY POPPINS Flies Onstage at Nashville's Christ Presbyterian Academy
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Next week, theater students at Nashville's Christ Presbyterian Academy (CPA) will hit the stage in one of childhood's most beloved stories, penned by P.L. Travers and adapted for the stage: Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins. This musical tale features a family in disrepair; a family in need of rescue that comes in an astonishing form.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Next week, theater students at Nashville's Christ Presbyterian Academy (CPA) will hit the stage in one of childhood's most beloved stories, penned by P.L. Travers and adapted for the stage: Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins. This musical tale features a family in disrepair; a family in need of rescue that comes in an astonishing form.
GODSPELL Onstage at Keeton Theatre Through 4/25
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Godspell features the talents of Wesley King as Jesus, Elliott Robinson in the dual role of John-Judas. Playing themselves as "disciples" are Keeton Theatre regulars Tonya Pewitt, Stella London, Christina Redden, Santyana Harris, plus two newcomers to the Keeton Theatre family: Lisa Graham and Rachel Wilson.
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 10, 2015
Godspell features the talents of Wesley King as Jesus, Elliott Robinson in the dual role of John-Judas. Playing themselves as "disciples" are Keeton Theatre regulars Tonya Pewitt, Stella London, Christina Redden, Santyana Harris, plus two newcomers to the Keeton Theatre family: Lisa Graham and Rachel Wilson.
BWW Interviews: Nashville Repertory Theatre's Nate Eppler
by Cara Richardson - April 10, 2015
Nashville Repertory Theatre began previews tonight for their last production of the 2014-15 season. Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, by Christopher Durang, opens on Saturday night, and I was lucky enough to catch the production's director, Nate Eppler, and ask him some questions about the show.
by Cara Richardson - April 10, 2015
Nashville Repertory Theatre began previews tonight for their last production of the 2014-15 season. Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, by Christopher Durang, opens on Saturday night, and I was lucky enough to catch the production's director, Nate Eppler, and ask him some questions about the show.
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