BWW Review: ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE at Dr. Phillips Center Is Far from Paradise
by Aaron Wallace - November 14, 2019
I would never drink on the job, but at ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE, a?oepour me something tall and stronga?? is part of the mandate a?" and the show writers are clearly counting on tequila to carry them through. Margaritaville is an island getaway where the drinks are strong, Jimmy Buffett is god, and every single inhabitant has exactly one personality trait. It's definitely the cheeseburger version of paradise...
by Aaron Wallace - November 14, 2019
I would never drink on the job, but at ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE, a?oepour me something tall and stronga?? is part of the mandate a?" and the show writers are clearly counting on tequila to carry them through. Margaritaville is an island getaway where the drinks are strong, Jimmy Buffett is god, and every single inhabitant has exactly one personality trait. It's definitely the cheeseburger version of paradise...
CFCArts Presents 'TIS THE SEASON! A Holiday Extravaganza!.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2019
Have your jingle bells at the ready! Dashing through the palm trees and into the most wonderful time of the year comes Central Florida Community Arts (CFCArts), proud to bring another holiday spectacular to the Central Florida community with 'Tis the Season! A Holiday Extravaganza.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2019
Have your jingle bells at the ready! Dashing through the palm trees and into the most wonderful time of the year comes Central Florida Community Arts (CFCArts), proud to bring another holiday spectacular to the Central Florida community with 'Tis the Season! A Holiday Extravaganza.
John Mulaney and Pete Davidson are Coming to Orlando
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2019
John Mulaney is an Emmy Award winning writer and comedian. He recently toured the United States with, Kid Gorgeous, which was also released as a Netflix Special in May 2018 and won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Variety Special. Additionally, he has hosted SNL twice, in April 2018 and March 2019. Previously, John starred in the Broadway hit, Oh, Hello on Broadway alongside Nick Kroll. He can most recently be heard in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse which won the Golden Globe for best Animated Feature Film.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2019
John Mulaney is an Emmy Award winning writer and comedian. He recently toured the United States with, Kid Gorgeous, which was also released as a Netflix Special in May 2018 and won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Variety Special. Additionally, he has hosted SNL twice, in April 2018 and March 2019. Previously, John starred in the Broadway hit, Oh, Hello on Broadway alongside Nick Kroll. He can most recently be heard in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse which won the Golden Globe for best Animated Feature Film.
Annie Russell Theatre To Present Improvised Film Noir Show, PRIVATE LIES
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
Set in a murky crime-infused cityscape of Prohibition-era America, Private Lies is a fully improvised long-from theatre experience framed as a serialized detective series. The original production pits Richard Lies, an unlucky Private Eye, against a nefarious underworld in film noir-inspired episodes. In each fully improvised performance, our haunted gumshoe seeks to piece together a random assemblage of clues to solve the a?oecrime of the daya?? while witnesses, suspects, and criminals help and hinder his pursuit of justice.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
Set in a murky crime-infused cityscape of Prohibition-era America, Private Lies is a fully improvised long-from theatre experience framed as a serialized detective series. The original production pits Richard Lies, an unlucky Private Eye, against a nefarious underworld in film noir-inspired episodes. In each fully improvised performance, our haunted gumshoe seeks to piece together a random assemblage of clues to solve the a?oecrime of the daya?? while witnesses, suspects, and criminals help and hinder his pursuit of justice.
TALK RADIO Will Come to Theater On The Edge
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
TOTE ensemble members Marco DiGeorge, Adam Minossora, and Elaitheia Quinn will star alongside a large ensemble cast in Eric Bogosian's 2007 adaptation of Talk Radio. Directed by Allan Whitehead, Talk Radio will run from November 16 through December 8, 2019 at Theater On The Edge.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
TOTE ensemble members Marco DiGeorge, Adam Minossora, and Elaitheia Quinn will star alongside a large ensemble cast in Eric Bogosian's 2007 adaptation of Talk Radio. Directed by Allan Whitehead, Talk Radio will run from November 16 through December 8, 2019 at Theater On The Edge.
The Orlando Premiere Of MATILDA THE MUSICAL Opens Next Friday
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
It's just one week away from the Orlando Regional Premiere of 'Matilda, The Musical' at Theatre South Playhouse. With Productions of 'Matilda' popping up all over the country, what will make this local theater's production stand out? The Producers say, 'Size and concept.' Hillary Brook, the theater's Executive Producer explains, 'Our space is so unique in size and shape, that our 'Matilda' will be an entirely different experience than you will get in a traditional proscenium theater. Intimate moments in this type of show can often get lost in larger houses. Our 99 seat L-Shaped Black Box Theater will allow audiences to feel fully surrounded in Matilda's world and witness a re-telling of this piece with a fresh take on the author's brilliant story.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
It's just one week away from the Orlando Regional Premiere of 'Matilda, The Musical' at Theatre South Playhouse. With Productions of 'Matilda' popping up all over the country, what will make this local theater's production stand out? The Producers say, 'Size and concept.' Hillary Brook, the theater's Executive Producer explains, 'Our space is so unique in size and shape, that our 'Matilda' will be an entirely different experience than you will get in a traditional proscenium theater. Intimate moments in this type of show can often get lost in larger houses. Our 99 seat L-Shaped Black Box Theater will allow audiences to feel fully surrounded in Matilda's world and witness a re-telling of this piece with a fresh take on the author's brilliant story.
Orlando Ballet Partners With Orlando Fringe For 2020 Festival
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
Orlando Fringe and Orlando Ballet announced today that they have entered into a partnership to open the doors of the Ballet's new facility to house three venues in the 2020 Orlando International Fringe Theater Festival.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2019
Orlando Fringe and Orlando Ballet announced today that they have entered into a partnership to open the doors of the Ballet's new facility to house three venues in the 2020 Orlando International Fringe Theater Festival.
Winter Park Playhouse Produces All-Star Cast Production Of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
Just in time for the holidays, The Winter Park Playhouse gives audiences a top-notch professional production of the Broadway revival version of the hit musical You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown November 15 - 24 and December 5 - 15. This heartwarming musical features an all-star cast and won the 1999 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Musical. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Thursday and Saturday matinee performances at 2 p.m. and select Friday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
Just in time for the holidays, The Winter Park Playhouse gives audiences a top-notch professional production of the Broadway revival version of the hit musical You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown November 15 - 24 and December 5 - 15. This heartwarming musical features an all-star cast and won the 1999 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Musical. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Thursday and Saturday matinee performances at 2 p.m. and select Friday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.
Take A Risk On New Works At PLAYFEST 2019
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
The Basel-Kiene Family joins City Beverages in presenting PlayFest. Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's PlayFest 2019 is set for November 1 a?" 3 and 8 a?" 9, 2019 and features seven readings of new plays in development.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
The Basel-Kiene Family joins City Beverages in presenting PlayFest. Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's PlayFest 2019 is set for November 1 a?" 3 and 8 a?" 9, 2019 and features seven readings of new plays in development.
BWW Review: There Will Be Blood at Moonlight Players Theatre's EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL
by Albert Gutierrez - October 28, 2019
There's blood on my program. At first, I thought it was a printing design, but upon further inspection, I realized that, yes, I have blood stains on my program. Normally, I would be concerned, but given that the first three rows at the Moonlight Players Theatre have been designated 'Splatter Zone,' I didn't think much more of it from the safety of my seventh-row seat. Having played out to sold out crowds in its first and second weeks, Moonlight Players' EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL will end its run this coming post-Halloween weekend. But fear not, Deadites, for you can also catch Ash Williams and his boomstick on a special Halloween performance as well. The hugely-popular Off-Broadway musical condenses Sam Raimi's Evil Dead trilogy into a two-act musical that celebrates the films' subversive comedy take on 1980s gore. And it does so with a gusto and a panache that knows just how ridiculous and trope-heavy the source material is.
by Albert Gutierrez - October 28, 2019
There's blood on my program. At first, I thought it was a printing design, but upon further inspection, I realized that, yes, I have blood stains on my program. Normally, I would be concerned, but given that the first three rows at the Moonlight Players Theatre have been designated 'Splatter Zone,' I didn't think much more of it from the safety of my seventh-row seat. Having played out to sold out crowds in its first and second weeks, Moonlight Players' EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL will end its run this coming post-Halloween weekend. But fear not, Deadites, for you can also catch Ash Williams and his boomstick on a special Halloween performance as well. The hugely-popular Off-Broadway musical condenses Sam Raimi's Evil Dead trilogy into a two-act musical that celebrates the films' subversive comedy take on 1980s gore. And it does so with a gusto and a panache that knows just how ridiculous and trope-heavy the source material is.
Orlando Repertory Theatre and Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Have Teamed Up
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2019
Orlando Repertory Theatre ( REP) and Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children worked together to bring a special visitor a?" and a lot of laughs a?" to the rooms of children throughout the Downtown Orlando campus on October 22. Orlando Health Arnold Palmer is a presenting sponsor for the current production of How I Became A Pirate at REP.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2019
Orlando Repertory Theatre ( REP) and Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children worked together to bring a special visitor a?" and a lot of laughs a?" to the rooms of children throughout the Downtown Orlando campus on October 22. Orlando Health Arnold Palmer is a presenting sponsor for the current production of How I Became A Pirate at REP.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL - A Ghost Story of Christmas Comes to Garden Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2019
Can a trio of Christmas spirits change the greedy ways of Ebenezer Scrooge? Directed by Jeremy Seghers, A Christmas Carol-A Ghost Story of Christmas will enchant Central Florida audiences with Michael Wilson's adaptation of the 1843 novel. Garden Theatre guests will enjoy Dickens' classic characters of Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and Jacob Marley alongside a new ensemble of ghosts.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2019
Can a trio of Christmas spirits change the greedy ways of Ebenezer Scrooge? Directed by Jeremy Seghers, A Christmas Carol-A Ghost Story of Christmas will enchant Central Florida audiences with Michael Wilson's adaptation of the 1843 novel. Garden Theatre guests will enjoy Dickens' classic characters of Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and Jacob Marley alongside a new ensemble of ghosts.
OCPS And Orlando Shakes Join Forces To Bring MACBETH To More Students
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2019
Field trip performances of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, sold out within minutes of going on sale. In order to reach more students in the community, Orange County Public Schools is providing Orlando Shakes with the opportunity to use Boone High School's new, 852-seat auditorium. Boone students will see Orlando Shakes' production first at a special Halloween-day performance. Three other performance dates are available to other OCPS schools at a cost per student with bus transportation provided by OCPS.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2019
Field trip performances of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, sold out within minutes of going on sale. In order to reach more students in the community, Orange County Public Schools is providing Orlando Shakes with the opportunity to use Boone High School's new, 852-seat auditorium. Boone students will see Orlando Shakes' production first at a special Halloween-day performance. Three other performance dates are available to other OCPS schools at a cost per student with bus transportation provided by OCPS.
BWW Review: LES MISERABLES Is Surprisingly Strong on Tour, Now at Dr. Phillips Center
by Aaron Wallace - October 24, 2019
It's an incredible production with a cast that slays Misérables. Some will lament the use of projection mapping, but it's relatively minimal and tastefully integrated within giant, imposing, ever-moving physical set pieces that tower above the audience and create an incredible sense of scale. I won't spoil any surprises, but there are a handful of very neat effects on stage, physical and digital alike. And the lighting design is both gorgeous and brave, unafraid to cast characters in shadows and keep things dark for long periods of time when it fits the mood...
by Aaron Wallace - October 24, 2019
It's an incredible production with a cast that slays Misérables. Some will lament the use of projection mapping, but it's relatively minimal and tastefully integrated within giant, imposing, ever-moving physical set pieces that tower above the audience and create an incredible sense of scale. I won't spoil any surprises, but there are a handful of very neat effects on stage, physical and digital alike. And the lighting design is both gorgeous and brave, unafraid to cast characters in shadows and keep things dark for long periods of time when it fits the mood...
Final Week To Submit Nominations For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
This is the final week to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Don't miss your chance to make sure your favorite Orlando Theatres are represented!
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
This is the final week to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Don't miss your chance to make sure your favorite Orlando Theatres are represented!
BWW Review: Theater West End Goes All Out for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND with an In-House Beach and Crazy-Talented Cast
by Aaron Wallace - October 21, 2019
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND comes to life with mounds of sand, full-fledged shacks, an overturned boat that doubles as a platform, a wood-planked bridge, and a running stream of water that curls around the stage in a rock-lined canal. Let me repeat: they built a river that flows through the theatre. It's the most impressive set I've seen here, and that's saying something. At one point, rain falls down from the ceiling all around the stage, as if to replenish the river as it evaporates under Derek Critzer and Jonathan Scaringella's lively light design.
by Aaron Wallace - October 21, 2019
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND comes to life with mounds of sand, full-fledged shacks, an overturned boat that doubles as a platform, a wood-planked bridge, and a running stream of water that curls around the stage in a rock-lined canal. Let me repeat: they built a river that flows through the theatre. It's the most impressive set I've seen here, and that's saying something. At one point, rain falls down from the ceiling all around the stage, as if to replenish the river as it evaporates under Derek Critzer and Jonathan Scaringella's lively light design.
Photo Flash: First Look at MISS NELSON IS MISSING
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2019
Miss Nelson is Missing!, produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, runs from October 17 - November 22, 2019. This musical is based on the book Miss Nelson is Missing and Miss Nelson is Back by Harry Allard and illustrated by James Marshall. Tickets (starting at $15) are available now by phone (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, online at orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2019
Miss Nelson is Missing!, produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, runs from October 17 - November 22, 2019. This musical is based on the book Miss Nelson is Missing and Miss Nelson is Back by Harry Allard and illustrated by James Marshall. Tickets (starting at $15) are available now by phone (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, online at orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).
Winter Springs Performing Arts Provides Relief With URINETOWN
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2019
We can't hold it much longer! Urinetown the Musical at Winter Springs Performing Arts will be flooding the stage with incredible acting, song, & dance November 1 through November 3. Performances are Friday, Saturday at 7pm and Saturday, Sunday at 2pm.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2019
We can't hold it much longer! Urinetown the Musical at Winter Springs Performing Arts will be flooding the stage with incredible acting, song, & dance November 1 through November 3. Performances are Friday, Saturday at 7pm and Saturday, Sunday at 2pm.
BWW Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Casts a Familiar Spell at Dr. Phillips Center
by Albert Gutierrez - October 15, 2019
Picture it, April 2018. Encore Performing Arts has commandeered the stage at The Abbey, a swanky downtown Orlando lounge theatre, to convert it into their spring production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. My friends and I meet up for the Bee, a nice way to finish off a birthday weekend that - for myself at least - began ten hours earlier, 14,000 feet in the air.
by Albert Gutierrez - October 15, 2019
Picture it, April 2018. Encore Performing Arts has commandeered the stage at The Abbey, a swanky downtown Orlando lounge theatre, to convert it into their spring production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. My friends and I meet up for the Bee, a nice way to finish off a birthday weekend that - for myself at least - began ten hours earlier, 14,000 feet in the air.
Two Weeks Left To Nominate For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol Welcomes New Resident Director
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center (1051 Main Street, The Villages, FL 32159) has hired a Director of Educationa?"Nathaniel Niemia?"who will also serve as the Resident Director at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol (806 San Marino Drive, The Villages, FL); effective immediately.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center (1051 Main Street, The Villages, FL 32159) has hired a Director of Educationa?"Nathaniel Niemia?"who will also serve as the Resident Director at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol (806 San Marino Drive, The Villages, FL); effective immediately.
The Impulse Project Presents SING-ATHON FUNDRAISER For Their Upcoming Season
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
The Impulse Project proudly puts on the SING-ATHON FUNDRAISER Cabaret on Thankgsiving week this November to support its next year of artistic endeavors in the Orlando area.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
The Impulse Project proudly puts on the SING-ATHON FUNDRAISER Cabaret on Thankgsiving week this November to support its next year of artistic endeavors in the Orlando area.
BWW Review: The Nonstop Twists and Turns in Garden Theatre's DEATHTRAP Are Both Trick and Treat
by Aaron Wallace - October 14, 2019
DEATHTRAP gets off to a slow start, but by Scene Two - when the third of five characters enters the action - it's off to a fast-paced saga of twists, turns, and fatalities... Hilarity and homicide ensue, but in ways you won't see coming, with so many plot twists and misdirects that even an audience with ESP might gasp, as the Garden's sold-out house did all night long. Well, most of the theater...
by Aaron Wallace - October 14, 2019
DEATHTRAP gets off to a slow start, but by Scene Two - when the third of five characters enters the action - it's off to a fast-paced saga of twists, turns, and fatalities... Hilarity and homicide ensue, but in ways you won't see coming, with so many plot twists and misdirects that even an audience with ESP might gasp, as the Garden's sold-out house did all night long. Well, most of the theater...
CFCArts Expands Programs And Partnerships Through Major New Funding
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2019
With unassuming offices and rented class and performance venues spread throughout four counties, at a glance one might underestimate the impact CFCArts could possibly have on the Central Florida community. However, in the past 9 years, what started out as a small choir has grown to include the country's largest Community Choir and Florida's largest Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing community theatre, performing arts programs for students, a School of the Arts, outreach programs, summer camps, and so much more. Thanks to multiple generous organizations and individual supporters, CFCArts has recently received $450,000 to help continue to grow these programs and reach more people in the Central Florida community.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2019
With unassuming offices and rented class and performance venues spread throughout four counties, at a glance one might underestimate the impact CFCArts could possibly have on the Central Florida community. However, in the past 9 years, what started out as a small choir has grown to include the country's largest Community Choir and Florida's largest Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing community theatre, performing arts programs for students, a School of the Arts, outreach programs, summer camps, and so much more. Thanks to multiple generous organizations and individual supporters, CFCArts has recently received $450,000 to help continue to grow these programs and reach more people in the Central Florida community.
Riverside Theatre Presents BEEHIVE
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2019
Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present the music of an era in Beehive, The 60's Musical. Sponsored by Kathleen A. Blagg and the Donald F. Kelley Trust and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Beehive, The 60's musical performs on the Stark Stage from October 29 a?' November 17, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2019
Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present the music of an era in Beehive, The 60's Musical. Sponsored by Kathleen A. Blagg and the Donald F. Kelley Trust and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Beehive, The 60's musical performs on the Stark Stage from October 29 a?' November 17, 2019.
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