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The Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park Presents Dan Gordon's MURDER IN THE FIRST
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
The Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park presents the Dan Gordon drama, 'Murder in the First', from June 8-18, 2018.
BWW Feature: Thoughts I Had Seeing RENT for the First Time
by Clarissa Moon - June 07, 2018
More than twenty years after its opening on Broadway, RENT has been seen by millions of people and is a favorite among musical theatre lovers. Yet...until recently, I'd never seen it. I knew absolutely nothing about the musical except that it's based on the opera LA BOHEME. As I sat down, it occurred to me that I was probably the only person in the 2,700+ seat theatre that was more familiar with LA BOHEME than RENT. Nevertheless, I was ready to finally check out the musical my friends had been obsessing over for years.
Mad Cow Announces The Cast & Creatives Behind BAD JEWS
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Mad Cow Theatre is delighted to announce the cast and creative team of Joshua Harmon's Bad Jews, a hilariously caustic comedy about family, faith and what you choose to believe, which will take the Zehngebot-Stonerock stage June 15, 2018 as the eighth production of Mad Cow Theatre's Season 21. Mad Cow is excited to bring this edgy comedy to Orlando.
King Center Announces Mary Thrasher Art Gallery Exhibit
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
A collection from area photographer Mary Thrasher, entitled Au Natural, will be on display in the Maxwell C. King Center's Harris Corporation Art Gallery from June 4- August 26. 
New Genres Drive Dr. Phillips Center's 2018/2019 Line-Up
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
They don't sing, dance or play musical instruments. And no one under 30 will recognize their names. But between them, Dan and Phil have more than 10 million YouTube subscribers and their upcoming world tour (yes, we said world tour) is selling out performance halls on four continents.
FTA Announces Increase In Grants And Scholarships
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
Florida Theatrical Association (FTA) has announced they have raised the amount of funds awarded for each of their five grants and scholarships for the 2018 - 2019 Season, due to an increase of donations from the subscribers of Broadway subscriptions in their three markets.  Applications for FTA's grants and scholarships are currently being accepted through October 12, 2018.
Photo Flash: Orlando Shakespeare Dives Into THE LITTLE MERMAID
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF (Orlando Shakes) produces a new adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale The Little Mermaid by Brandon Roberts in the Goldman Theater from June 14 - July 29, 2018. Tickets ($9 - $20) are available now by phone (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, online orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).
Orlando Fringe Breaks Sold Out Show Record
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
The number of shows that had sold out houses set a new record at this year's Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival, Executive Director Alauna Friskics announced today. 
Mad Cow Announces Spanish Reading of THE GLASS MENAGERIE (EL ZOO DE CRISTAL)
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
Mad Cow Theatre, continuing its eagerness to nurture the cultural offering for the growing Hispanic community of Central Florida, features this classic of American dramaturgy through a dramatic reading. The reading, completely in Spanish, is a translation by Leon Mirlas and will be directed by Eliana Stratico.
Winter Springs Performing Arts At The Stage Dance The Days Away With 42ND STREET
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
Show stopping steps ensue at Winter Springs Performing Arts as they gear up to perform their next musical production 42nd Street playing May 31 through June 3. Performances are Today, Friday, Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 2pm.
THE ROOM Parody Musical To Premiere At Orlando Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
There's a new musical that's sure to tear you apart! Following an initial report about a January 2018 premiere, producers announced that OH HI, JOHNNY!- The 'Room-sical' Parody, will push back their premiere to May of 2018 at the Orlando Fringe Festival.
Pegasus PlayLab Shines the Spotlight on Emerging Playwrights
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2018
UCF is launching Pegasus PlayLab, a new summer theatre festival dedicated to developing new plays by emerging playwrights. The festival, which runs June 2-24 and Aug. 23-25 on the UCF campus, comprises three workshops and one fully mounted play
Winter Park Playhouse Musical Director Chris Leavy Premieres Canteen Style Cabaret June 20 And 21
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2018
The Winter Park Playhouse will feature their own very talented Music Director, Christopher Leavy, June 20 and 21 in his newest solo cabaret - As Time Goes By…. which is a nod to the World War II era Stage Door Canteen type sing-a-long show.
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Raises More Than $630,000 Through 25th Anniversary Season Gala Celebration
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2018
The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra announced that it has raised more than $630,000 during its 25th Anniversary Season Gala Celebration, which will be invested in the programming of the organization, helping it to continue to enrich the community and inspire audiences through the power of live music.
Mad Cow Theatre Announces Cast of FUN HOME
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Mad Cow Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast and creative team of Lisa Kron and Jeanine Tesori's Tony Award-winning musical Fun Home, which will take the Harriett stage June 1, 2018 as the seventh production of Mad Cow Theatre's Season 21. 
Winter Springs Performing Arts At The Stage Dance The Days Away With 42ND STREET
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Show stopping steps ensue at Winter Springs Performing Arts as they gear up to perform their next musical production 42nd Street playing May 31 through June 3. Performances are Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 2pm.
CFCArts Symphony Orchestra Presents SYMPHONIC CINEMA: THE SEQUEL
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Central Florida Community Arts, a leading arts nonprofit, is proud to present Symphonic Cinema: The Sequel, performed by the CFCArts Symphony Orchestra with a special appearance by the CFCArts Community Choir. Tickets are now on sale for performances at Calvary Orlando (1199 Clay Street, Winter Park, FL 32789), June 15 at 8 p.m. and June 16 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Local Kids From Title I Schools To Perform Disney Musicals
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2018
Despite a sea of butterflies in their stomachs, 300 squirmy, fresh-faced elementary students will sing, dance and act their hearts out Monday afternoon before a crowd of proud family and friends.
Charlie Ross And Rod Peter Jr. of the ORLANDO FRINGE
by Clarissa Moon - May 20, 2018
The Orlando Fringe Festival is finally here! It began on May 15, and runs until May 28.  I sat down with Canadians Charlie Ross and Rod Peter Jr to talk about the shows they are bringing to the Fringe this year. Charlie will be doing ONE MAN STAR WARS as a fundraiser on May 28, as well as presenting ONE MAN PRIDE AND PREJUDICE and ONE MAN STRANGER THINGS: A PARODY. Charlie and Rod are also the co-writers/stars of 421 IS DEAD: A STORMTROOPER PARODY. 
Tickets On Sale Sat May 19 For Florida Festival Of New Musicals
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
Tickets for the second annual  Florida Festival of New Musicals go on sale Saturday May 19, 2018. The popular festival produced by The Winter Park Playhouse is set for August 23 - 26, 2018. 
JACK KEROUAC - END OF THE ROAD to Play Orlando International Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
Southern Winds Theatre presents Jack Kerouac - End of the Road
THE ROOM Parody Musical To Premiere At Orlando Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
There's a new musical that's sure to tear you apart! Following an initial report about a January 2018 premiere, producers announced that OH HI, JOHNNY!- The 'Room-sical' Parody, will push back their premiere to May of 2018 at the Orlando Fringe Festival.
4U: A SYMPHONIC CELEBRATION OF PRINCE On Sale This Friday
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Live Nation Urban and TCG Entertainment today announced "4U: A Symphonic Celebration of Prince" will come to the Dr. Phillips Center on Sunday, October 7, 2018.  Tickets go on sale this Friday, May 18 at 10 am.
Florida Theatre-Inspired Short Film, 50 WORDS Makes Orlando Debut
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Written, produced, cast, and filmed entirely local to Florida, '50 Words' will screen at the 2018 Saints and Sinners Film Festival, part of MegaCon Orlando at the Orange County Convention Center. Inspired by her experiences in the regional Florida theater-scene, the 28-minute narrative romantic comedy was written, starred in, and produced by Sarasota, Florida-based actor Kathryn Parks. Mark Palmer, award-winning cinematographer and southwest Florida-based owner of Mars Vision Productions directed the film.
JACK KEROUAC - END OF THE ROAD to Play Orlando International Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Southern Winds Theatre presents Jack Kerouac - End of the Road

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