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Brevard Symphony Orchestra and the King Center Hold Open Call for Cultural Arts Showcase
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
The Brevard Symphony Orchestra and the King Center for the Performing Arts announce an open call for their 6th annual Cultural Arts Showcase to be held in Melbourne on September 23, 2018, from noon to 5:00pm.  The Cultural Arts Showcase is a one-day celebration of the performing and cultural arts in Brevard County.  Arts organizations, cultural groups, and artists from the area are invited to participate in this dynamic, family-friendly festival. 
Winter Springs Performing Arts At The Stage Breaks The Spell With Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
Magic takes place at Winter Springs Performing Arts as they gear up to perform their next musical production Disney's Beauty and the Beast playing August 3rd through August 5th. Performances are Friday, Saturday at 7pm and Friday, Sunday at 2pm.
'It's Improvised at the 129' Returns to Dragonfly Studio 129 with Sheryl Remekie Carbonell, John DiDonna, Tracy Frenkel, Beth Marshall, Rob Ward on 7/27
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
For the July edition of their monthly residence at the new Dragonfly Studio 129 in downtown Ocoee, Four First Names improv troupe will welcome some of Central Florida's favorite actors and directors to 'It's Improvised at the 129' on Friday, July 27 at 8:00 p.m.
Mad Cow Finds Cast and Creative for THE LITTLE FOXES
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2018
Mad Cow Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast and creative team of Lillian Hellman's biting American classic The Little Foxes, which will take the Harriett stage Aug. 3-26, 2018 as the ninth production of Mad Cow Theatre's Season 21. 
IN THE HEIGHTS At Orlando Shakes Stars Local And National Latinx Talent
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2018
Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights runs from September 5 - October 7, 2018. Tickets (starting at $30) 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).
FTA Announces Winners Of 2018 New Musical Discovery Series
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
Florida Theatrical Association has announced the winners of the third annual New Musical Discovery Series, a showcase for new musicals to be presented August 24 & 25, 2018 at The Abbey and The MEZZ in downtown Orlando. The staged readings will be open to the public and free of charge.
Cole Porter New Musical Makes World Premiere At Winter Park Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2018
The Winter Park Playhouse continues its tradition of excellence for producing professional musical theatre with a World Premiere as its season opener - Gigolo: The New Cole Porter Revue.  This exceptional new work was featured in the theatre's inaugural Florida Festival of New Musicals last summer, and now takes the stage for its first fully produced run July 27 - August 19.  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.     
Daughtry, Stephen Stills & Judy Collins And Abba Mania Just Announced at King Center
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
The King Center Announces Three New Shows, DAUGHTRY, STEPHEN STILLS & JUDY COLLINS, and ABBA MANIA.
Florida Theatrical Association At The Abbey Presents GOD OF CARNAGE
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
Florida Theatrical Association presents the Tony Award-winning play GOD OF CARNAGE at The Abbey in downtown Orlando September 7 through 16. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.TicketFly.com.
BWW Interviews: Kyle Selig, Victoria Clark, and Betsy Wolfe at THE JIMMY AWARDS Red Carpet
by Clarissa Moon - July 07, 2018
The Jimmy Awards celebrate outstanding high school performers from across the nation. Each year, around 80 students are chosen to participate in a week of workshops and masterclasses in New York City, all culminating in a final showcase at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway.  The event is attended by members of the Broadway community. As one of this year's Student Reporters for the awards, I had the chance to chat with with Kyle Selig (MEAN GIRLS), Victoria Clark (CINDERELLA, THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA), and Betsy Wolfe (FALSETTOS, WAITRESS) on the red carpet.  Take a look!  
Reach New Heights At Orlando Shakes' 30th Anniversary Season Gala
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2018
Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF invites guests to celebrate the opening of their 2018-2019 Season at their 30th Anniversary Season Gala on Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. The evening will feature tastings of Central Florida's finest food and beverages, as well as a silent auction and live entertainment. Remaining tickets range from $150 - $250 per person and may be purchased by calling the Box Office at (407) 447-1700 ext. 1 or in person inside the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street.
CFCArts To Announce New School Of The Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2018
Central Florida Community Arts (CFCArts), a leading arts nonprofit, will host a town hall-style media event entitled Re-Imagine: The Future of CFCArts to announce the launch of its new School of the Arts. This free event will take place August 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Northland Church (530 Dog Track Rd, Longwood FL 32750).
2016 Patrons Pick THE FOREPLAY Comes To The Venue
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2018
The Foreplay, a comedic play by Michael Knight, will be presented by Something Clever Productions, in association with Generation Productions (Heathers, First Date, Hand To God), at The Venue in Orlando, Florida on June 30th and July 1st, 2018.
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Board Of Directors Names Dr. Mary Palmer President
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Board of Directors has named Dr. Mary Palmer President. Palmer, president of Mary Palmer and Associates, LLC., succeeds RK Kelley. Her two-year term begins July 1, 2018.
Mersey Beatles Announce Return Engagement At TheatreZone
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
The Mersey Beatles, who performed two sold out concerts at TheatreZone in Naples, Florida, this past February, will return Feb. 19, 2019, with a new concert tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Beatles' Abbey Road album.
TheatreZone Announces Six Musicals For Its 2018-19 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
TheatreZone, a professional Equity theatre led by veterans of Broadway and Off-Broadway, announces the six musicals it will present during its 2018-19 season, which starts in October 2018.  
2016 Patrons Pick THE FOREPLAY Comes To The Venue
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2018
The Foreplay, a comedic play by Michael Knight, will be presented by Something Clever Productions, in association with Generation Productions (Heathers, First Date, Hand To God), at The Venue in Orlando, Florida on June 30th and July 1st, 2018.
Jillian Gizzi of THE LITTLE MERMAID at Orlando Shakes
by Clarissa Moon - June 23, 2018
This summer, the Orlando Shakes takes audiences under the sea with Brandon Robert's new telling of Hans Christian Anderson's classic fairytale, THE LITTLE MERMAID.  I talked with the little mermaid herself, Jillian Gizzi, about what she's learned from playing Allura, human shoes, and more! 
VIDEO: First Look at Dance Workshop Of The New Original Hip-Hop Musical BUMP IT!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
The contemporary musical inspired by true stories takes its next step combining musical selections from the show's score with choreographer Percy Nelson's artistic vision.
New Dragonfly Studio 129 Officially Opens in Ocoee with Four First Names Improv Team, 6/29
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2018
To officially commemorate the opening of Ocoee, Fla.'s only performance space, the brand-new Dragonfly Studio 129 will be welcoming the acclaimed improve team Four First Names, featuring Richard Regan Paul and Chris Barry for a monthly residency featuring improvised music, scenes, and fun conversations.
Summer Musical Theatre Project Performances Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
King Center for the Performing Arts of Brevard Community College and The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse. Through special arrangements with Music Theatre International (MTI). Under the direction of Anastacia Hawkins-Smith
Orlando REP Announces Its 2018-2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
Orlando Repertory Theatre (Orlando REP), in partnership with UCF, is proud to announce its 2018 - 2019 Season. Orlando REP is Florida's only professional theatre for families and young audiences, and has staged recent box-office hits such as Disney's Newsies The Musical and Madagascar - A Musical Adventure! Orlando REP's 2018 - 2019 is presented by Florida Hospital. 
GIDION'S KNOT Comes to Theater On The Edge
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Local actors Kyrstal Glover and Natalie Bulajic will star in Johnna Adams' 2012 drama Gidion's Knot. Directed by Pam Harbaugh, Gidion's Knot will play for a limited run from June 16 - July 8, 2018 at the emerging Theater On The Edge.
CONQUER Pro Wrestling Combines Wrestling and Theatre in WE DON'T PLAY FIGHT
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
CONQUER Pro Wrestling invites Central Florida residents to "We Don't Play Fight," an original, first-time ever crossover of the arts between theater and live pro wrestling. The production creates a captivating entertainment experience through linking together acting and athleticism. 
Orlando Shakespeare Theater Unveils New Logo And New Name
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF sheds its former name, "Orlando Shakespeare Theater," in favor of "Orlando Shakes" to better represent the theater's mission and diverse body of work. As the theater company has evolved over the last 30 years, the Board of Directors felt that a fresh brand direction was needed to encompass the breadth of the company's productions. The theater's administrative team worked with national firms Arts Consulting Group and Locomotion Creative to complete a year-long process of focus groups and brand research to develop a new look to represent the future of Orlando Shakes.

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