BWW Review: OPTIMIST at Chateau Neuf - Jumps for Joy, but Struggles a Bit to Find Its Footing
by Christian Ranke - September 25, 2019
On September 27th lengendary songwriter and performer, Jahn Teigen, will turn Seventy. To international readers he may be best known for his contributions to Eurovision song contest, and his role as the executioner in the West End musical a?oeWhich Witch,a?? that is still a hot topic among the musical theater community. But the true power of Jahn Teigen's legacy lays in his songs, which is a huge part of Norwegian culture. They have formed a common bond that, in spite of social background or upbringing, has stood the test of time.
by Christian Ranke - September 25, 2019
On September 27th lengendary songwriter and performer, Jahn Teigen, will turn Seventy. To international readers he may be best known for his contributions to Eurovision song contest, and his role as the executioner in the West End musical a?oeWhich Witch,a?? that is still a hot topic among the musical theater community. But the true power of Jahn Teigen's legacy lays in his songs, which is a huge part of Norwegian culture. They have formed a common bond that, in spite of social background or upbringing, has stood the test of time.
BWW Review: LEGALLY BLONDE at Lillestrøm Kultursenter - An Explosive Pink Energy Bomb
by Ingrid Settem - September 20, 2019
Skedsmo Amateur Theatre (SKAT) is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a brand new production of “Legally Blonde” where the acting and enthusiasm of the performers is truly evident. It is time for the Norwegian musical theatre scene as a whole to be given more attention from politicians, as well as potential sponsors and investors, so that more people could get a chance to see performances like this.
by Ingrid Settem - September 20, 2019
Skedsmo Amateur Theatre (SKAT) is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a brand new production of “Legally Blonde” where the acting and enthusiasm of the performers is truly evident. It is time for the Norwegian musical theatre scene as a whole to be given more attention from politicians, as well as potential sponsors and investors, so that more people could get a chance to see performances like this.
BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Folketeateret - Beautifully Presented Show
by Christian Ranke - September 11, 2019
Scenekvelder have created a masterful production of 'The Sound of Music' first and foremost thanks to a skillful direction by Lars Jacobsen. He has taken a source material which despite the noticeable weakness of its quaintly old-fashioned book, comes across stronger and more modern than I have seen in past productions.
by Christian Ranke - September 11, 2019
Scenekvelder have created a masterful production of 'The Sound of Music' first and foremost thanks to a skillful direction by Lars Jacobsen. He has taken a source material which despite the noticeable weakness of its quaintly old-fashioned book, comes across stronger and more modern than I have seen in past productions.
BWW Review: BORN THIS WAY at Color Line Fantasy - Wonderfully Vibrant Fantasy At Sea
by Christian Ranke - September 04, 2019
The show radiates of creativity and enjoyment. With a highly talented international cast pf performers, good use of front projection and an eclectic song-list that also includes some lesser beautiful lesser known songs in the mix.
by Christian Ranke - September 04, 2019
The show radiates of creativity and enjoyment. With a highly talented international cast pf performers, good use of front projection and an eclectic song-list that also includes some lesser beautiful lesser known songs in the mix.
BWW Review: DOGFIGHT at Riksscenen, Oslo - Outstanding Musical With Tender And Heartfelt Performances
by Christian Ranke - August 26, 2019
DOGFIGHT is a marvelous show. This intimate, carefully written musical had its Scandinavian Premiere on Monday night at Riksscenen in Oslo. It shows what musical theatre really can be in its truest form. You don't need huge scenery and big effects. It all depends on great material, strong performers and an inventive creative team. And this is indeed masterfully performed by a very strong ensemble.
by Christian Ranke - August 26, 2019
DOGFIGHT is a marvelous show. This intimate, carefully written musical had its Scandinavian Premiere on Monday night at Riksscenen in Oslo. It shows what musical theatre really can be in its truest form. You don't need huge scenery and big effects. It all depends on great material, strong performers and an inventive creative team. And this is indeed masterfully performed by a very strong ensemble.
SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE to Make Audiences Swoon at National Theatret
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2019
The dramatic comedy, Shakespeare in Love, will play at National Theatret Nov. 15 through Dec. 30.
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2019
The dramatic comedy, Shakespeare in Love, will play at National Theatret Nov. 15 through Dec. 30.
BWW Previews: DOGFIGHT at Riksscenen, Oslo
by Christian Ranke - August 06, 2019
It has been a long journey for director Renate Stridh in bringing this musical to Norway. On August 26 she will finally present the Scandinavian premiere of Dogfight at Riksscnenen in Oslo. BroadwayWorld caught up with her recently, and had a talk about the production.
by Christian Ranke - August 06, 2019
It has been a long journey for director Renate Stridh in bringing this musical to Norway. On August 26 she will finally present the Scandinavian premiere of Dogfight at Riksscnenen in Oslo. BroadwayWorld caught up with her recently, and had a talk about the production.
ALICE IN WONDERLAND to Play at National Theatret
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
Take a trip down the rabbit hole as Alice in Wonderland plays at National Theatret Oct. 11 through Dec. 31.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2019
Take a trip down the rabbit hole as Alice in Wonderland plays at National Theatret Oct. 11 through Dec. 31.
THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE to Play at Den Norske Opera And Ballett
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
Gaetano Donizetti's opera, The Alcoholic Beverage will play at the Main Stage Aug. 17 through September 1.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
Gaetano Donizetti's opera, The Alcoholic Beverage will play at the Main Stage Aug. 17 through September 1.
Johan Osuldsen - The Face Of Cultural Versatility
by Christian Ranke - July 05, 2019
It is very difficult to tag Johan Osuldsen under one banner. He started out as a dancer and performer, spanning over several decades. Later he became known as a choreographer and director and subsequently directed for television. He is also a composer as well as translator of several musicals (including Stephen Sondheim's 'Company', 'Into the Woods' and Jason Robert Brown's 'The Last Five Years).
by Christian Ranke - July 05, 2019
It is very difficult to tag Johan Osuldsen under one banner. He started out as a dancer and performer, spanning over several decades. Later he became known as a choreographer and director and subsequently directed for television. He is also a composer as well as translator of several musicals (including Stephen Sondheim's 'Company', 'Into the Woods' and Jason Robert Brown's 'The Last Five Years).
MOLDE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL to Kick Off On July 15, 2019
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
The Molde International Jazz Festival will kick off on July 15 and will last through July 20.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
The Molde International Jazz Festival will kick off on July 15 and will last through July 20.
NON-FICTION to Play at Lincoln Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Non-Fiction will play at Lincoln Theater June 21 at 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Non-Fiction will play at Lincoln Theater June 21 at 2 p.m.
LEGALLY BLONDE to Play at Lillestrom Kultursenter
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Omigod you guys! Skedsmo Amateurteates' production of Legally Blonde will run at the Lillestrom Kultursenter Sept. 18-29.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Omigod you guys! Skedsmo Amateurteates' production of Legally Blonde will run at the Lillestrom Kultursenter Sept. 18-29.
Scandinavian Premiere Of DOGFIGHT Will Open in August
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
DOGFIGHT will open in Oslo in August. The 2012 musical, with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul with a book by Peter Duchan is finally getting its Scandinavian premiere.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
DOGFIGHT will open in Oslo in August. The 2012 musical, with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul with a book by Peter Duchan is finally getting its Scandinavian premiere.
BWW Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Ullensaker Kulturhus - The second coming...almost
by Christian Ranke - May 13, 2019
This is my second review of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' in two months, and while the prior was a staged production, this new one at Ullensaker Kulturhus, is a straight up concert. In my opinion it has always worked better as a concert. The Lord agrees with me - Lord Lloyd Webber, that is.
by Christian Ranke - May 13, 2019
This is my second review of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' in two months, and while the prior was a staged production, this new one at Ullensaker Kulturhus, is a straight up concert. In my opinion it has always worked better as a concert. The Lord agrees with me - Lord Lloyd Webber, that is.
BWW Review: DAVID BOWIE'S LAZARUS at Det Norske Teatret - Transfixing Moments of Pure Bowie!
by Christian Ranke - May 11, 2019
It is not easy to interpret what the deeper hidden meaning behind 'Lazarus.' On one hand it feels very much like a theatrical extravaganza, a piece that unfolds in dream logic composed of a series of tableaux of life's many questions, like existentiality, sex, love and death. While other may, understandably, view it as overly pretentious and, minus Bowie's music, not easily accessible.
by Christian Ranke - May 11, 2019
It is not easy to interpret what the deeper hidden meaning behind 'Lazarus.' On one hand it feels very much like a theatrical extravaganza, a piece that unfolds in dream logic composed of a series of tableaux of life's many questions, like existentiality, sex, love and death. While other may, understandably, view it as overly pretentious and, minus Bowie's music, not easily accessible.
BWW Review: (WO)MAN UP 4 at Det Norske Teatret - Hilarious and Moving!
by Christian Ranke - May 07, 2019
Members of the male ensemble of the Norwegian production of THE BOOK OF MORMON has entertained the audiences at Bikuben on three ocations previously, taking inspiration from the Broadway tradition of performing show tunes meant for the opposite sex. While their final round of gender swapping ballistics was not as 'tight' as their last show in November, they yet again demonstrated that a great act does not need to be on the main stage to be captivating.
by Christian Ranke - May 07, 2019
Members of the male ensemble of the Norwegian production of THE BOOK OF MORMON has entertained the audiences at Bikuben on three ocations previously, taking inspiration from the Broadway tradition of performing show tunes meant for the opposite sex. While their final round of gender swapping ballistics was not as 'tight' as their last show in November, they yet again demonstrated that a great act does not need to be on the main stage to be captivating.
Scandinavian Premiere Of DOGFIGHT Will Open in August
by Christian Ranke - April 24, 2019
DOGFIGHT will open in Oslo in August. The 2012 musical, with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul with a book by Peter Duchan is finally getting its Scandinavian premiere.
by Christian Ranke - April 24, 2019
DOGFIGHT will open in Oslo in August. The 2012 musical, with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul with a book by Peter Duchan is finally getting its Scandinavian premiere.
BWW Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at Koppang Kulturhus - Next to Outstanding!
by Christian Ranke - April 18, 2019
231 productions presented NEXT TO NORMAL last month at Koppang, Norway. Considering the fact most performers on that stage had next to no (!) experience doing musicals and this was their debut, I was floored. And what a debut it was. Great performances from everyone on stage, wonderful (full) orchestra and inventive direction!
by Christian Ranke - April 18, 2019
231 productions presented NEXT TO NORMAL last month at Koppang, Norway. Considering the fact most performers on that stage had next to no (!) experience doing musicals and this was their debut, I was floored. And what a debut it was. Great performances from everyone on stage, wonderful (full) orchestra and inventive direction!
BIGGER, BETTER AND BLONDER: LEGALLY BLONDE To Open at Lillestrøm Kultursenter This Fall
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2019
LEGALLY BLONDE will open in Lillestrom on September 18. The musical has been produced numerous times by local groups in Norway in recent years, but producer Lars Christian Wahlberg, who produced Shrek - The Musical last year to great acclaim, has big ambitions for this production. 'This will be the biggest production of Legally Blonde in Norway to date,' he promises.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2019
LEGALLY BLONDE will open in Lillestrom on September 18. The musical has been produced numerous times by local groups in Norway in recent years, but producer Lars Christian Wahlberg, who produced Shrek - The Musical last year to great acclaim, has big ambitions for this production. 'This will be the biggest production of Legally Blonde in Norway to date,' he promises.
BWW Review: YOUNG AT HEART at Wallmans
by Christian Ranke - April 05, 2019
The "blueprint" still works! Wallmans Oslo delivers entertainment in a big way, with a whopping stage show, big voices, tightly performed choreography, lavishing costumes and a huge amount of entertainment.
by Christian Ranke - April 05, 2019
The "blueprint" still works! Wallmans Oslo delivers entertainment in a big way, with a whopping stage show, big voices, tightly performed choreography, lavishing costumes and a huge amount of entertainment.
BIGGER, BETTER AND BLONDER: LEGALLY BLONDE To Open at Lillestrøm Kultursenter This Fall
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2019
LEGALLY BLONDE will open in Lillestrom on September 18. The musical has been produced numerous times by local groups in Norway in recent years, but producer Lars Christian Wahlberg, who produced Shrek - The Musical last year to great acclaim, has big ambitions for this production. 'This will be the biggest production of Legally Blonde in Norway to date,' he promises.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2019
LEGALLY BLONDE will open in Lillestrom on September 18. The musical has been produced numerous times by local groups in Norway in recent years, but producer Lars Christian Wahlberg, who produced Shrek - The Musical last year to great acclaim, has big ambitions for this production. 'This will be the biggest production of Legally Blonde in Norway to date,' he promises.
La Opera Brings THE WILDCAT to Norway This May!
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2019
THE WILDCAT is coming to Norway at La Opera from May 4 to 19, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2019
THE WILDCAT is coming to Norway at La Opera from May 4 to 19, 2019.
VIDEO: The National Theatret Brings LITTLE EYOLF To Norway This May
by Rachel Katz - April 01, 2019
This plays asks the question: are we so concerned with how we should relate to our children that we forget to relate to them?
by Rachel Katz - April 01, 2019
This plays asks the question: are we so concerned with how we should relate to our children that we forget to relate to them?
LIFE IS THE ONLY WAY Playing at National Theatret Through 3/27
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2019
LIFE IS THE ONLY WAY is playing at National Theatret in Norway now through March 27th, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2019
LIFE IS THE ONLY WAY is playing at National Theatret in Norway now through March 27th, 2019.
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