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The Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY Will Perform ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

The Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY has announced its first musical production, the second show in its 2024-2025 season 'Once On This Island” by Lynne Ahrens with music by Stephen Flaherty.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND to be Presented at BTTUNY in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025

The Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY has revealed the second show in its 2024-2025 season will be 'Once On This Island” by Lynne Ahrens with music by Stephen Flaherty. Learn more about the production!

Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY Presents SKELETON CREW By Dominique Morisseau
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023

The Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY (BTTUNY) has announced its upcoming and first production of the 2023-2024 season, “Skeleton Crew” by Dominique Morisseau, directed by Hettie Barnhill.

Danielle Ponder Unveils New Single 'Roll the Credits'
by Michael Major - May 5, 2023

Produced by frequent collaborator Gianluca Buccellati (Lana Del Rey, Arlo Parks, Biig Piig), “Roll the Credits” finds Ponder exploring the sonic evolution of her voice, re-packaging the powerful confidence that underlines her eight-track debut album, Some Of Us Are Brave, released last year.

Video: Solea Pfeiffer Sings Remixed Version of 'I'm A Star' by Scott Alan
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2022

An all new video has been released, featuring remixed version of 'I'm A Star' by Scott Alan, sung by Solea Pfeiffer, with music production by Devin Lewis. The video stars Ilda Mason, and features choreography by Phil Colgan. The video also features Natalie Weiss, Andrew Keenan Bolger, Julia Mattison, Joel Waggoner and a cast of dancers.

VIDEO: Watch Oneika Phillips, Lillias White and More Come Together to Spread Joy with FELA!
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2020

It's been over a decade since Fela! first took Broadway by storm, and still, in 2020, its cast is united and making a difference. Oneika Phillips, who starred in the 2012 return engagement, put out a call to her cast mates to come together for the #DontRush Challenge. 'It evolved into an even more meaningful project with layers of celebration such as aligning with the ten-year anniversary of the show's 11 Tony nominations, including Sahr as Fela and Lillias White as Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti. A decade ago, we were at the height of breaking ceilings and blowing minds on Broadway,' writes Phillips.

Review Roundup: FLY at La Jolla Playhouse - What Did The Critics Think?
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2020

La Jolla Playhouse's Fly is currently playing through March 29 in the Mandell Weiss Theatre! The cast features Storm Lever (Playhouse/Broadway productions of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) as 'Wendy' and Lincoln Clauss (Bat Out of Hell) as 'Peter Pan.' They are joined by Eric Anderson as 'Hook,' Victor E. Chan as 'Boris,' Audrey Cymone as 'Slightly/Jane,' Jeremy Davis as 'Noodler,' Nick Eibler as 'Nibs,' Collin Jeffery at 'Curly,' Nehal Joshi as 'Smee,' Liisi LaFontaine as 'Crocodile,' Isabelle McCalla as 'Tink,' Sean Pope as 'Twins,' David Price as 'Skylights,' Daniel Quadrino as 'Toodles,' Daniel Stewart Sherman as 'Max,' along with ensemble members Hettie Barnhill, Dayna Jarae Dantzler, Victoria Fiore, Shonica Gooden, Amara Granderson, Masumi Iwai, Emily Grace Kersey, Kamille Upshaw and Naomi C. Walley; and Lillith Freund, Jimmy Larkin, Jake Millgard and Alexia Sky as Swings.

Photo Flash: First Look at FLY at La Jolla Playhouse, Starring Storm Lever, Lincoln Clauss, Isabelle McCalla, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2020

La Jolla Playhouse presents the new musical Fly, based on the J.M. Barrie novel Peter and Wendy.

Eric Anderson, Jeremy Davis & More Join FLY at La Jolla Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2020

La Jolla Playhouse has announced the complete cast and creative team for its upcoming musical Fly, based on the J.M. Barrie novel Peter and Wendy, with book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph (Playhouse's Guards at the Taj, Broadway's Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo); music by Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award winner Bill Sherman (music director for Sesame Street; orchestrator for In the Heights); lyrics by Obie Award winner Kirsten Childs (The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin) and Rajiv Joseph, direction by multiple Tony Award-winning producer Jeffrey Seller (Hamilton, Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights), and co-choreographed by three-time Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton, Bandstand) and Stephanie Klemons (In the Heights). Fly will run February 18 - March 29 in the Mandell Weiss Theatre.

Nominees Announced for the 2017 Innovative Theatre Awards; Full List!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2017

On Monday, July 24, 2017, The New York Innovative Theatre Foundation, the organization who for the past 13 years has been dedicated to celebrating Off-Off-Broadway, announced the 2017 nominees at its annual event, The IT Party.

J. Elaine Marcos to Host Broadway Artists Connection's Next 'Open Mic & Mingle'
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2016

The Broadway Artists Connection (BAC) presents Broadway Artists & Friends Open Mic & Mingle hosted by eight time Broadway Veteran & comedian J. Elaine Marcos on Monday, October 10th at 7pm (doors open at 6pm). The evening will be kicked off by a stellar line up of Broadway pros (listed below) followed by selected artists at the legendary Laurie Beechman Theatre, 407 W 42nd St.

ON YOUR FEET!'s Jennifer Sanchez to Host BAC Open Mic & Mingle, 5/23
by Tyler Peterson - May 2, 2016

The Broadway Artists Connection (BAC) presents its eighth Broadway Artists & Friends Open Mic & Mingle hosted by 5 time Broadway Veteran, Jennifer Sanchez (ON YOUR FEET) on Monday, May 23rd at 7pm (doors open at 6pm). The evening will be kicked off by a stellar line up of Broadway pros followed by selected 'aspiring artists & friends' at at the legendary Laurie Beechman Theatre, 407 W 42nd Street.

HAMILTON's Ariana DeBose to Host BAC Open Mic 11/23 at Don't Tell Mama
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2015

The Broadway Artists Connection (BAC) presents its fifth 'Broadway Artists & Friends Open Mic & Mingle' night hosted by HAMILTON cast member Ariana DeBose and kicked off by a stellar line up of Broadway pros at the legendary Don't Tell Mama, Monday, November 23rd at 7pm.

MSA Emerging Choreographers' Showcase Held Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2015

McDonald/Selznick Associates presents the 2015 MSA Emerging Choreographers' Showcase today, February 27, 2015 in New York City featuring the work of choreographers Al Blackstone, Adam Cates, Sean McKnight, and Rachelle Rak. Two performances will take place at the Ailey Citigroup Theater for an invited audience of producers, industry professionals, and guests.

MSA Emerging Choreographers' Showcase to be Held 2/27
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 20, 2015

McDonald/Selznick Associates presents the 2015 MSA Emerging Choreographers' Showcase on February 27, 2015 in New York City featuring the work of choreographers Al Blackstone, Adam Cates, Sean McKnight, and Rachelle Rak. Two performances will take place at the Ailey Citigroup Theater for an invited audience of producers, industry professionals, and guests.

Christina DeCicco, Sean McDermott & More Set for Broadway Artists Connection's Fundraising Event for CAT; Colin Cunliffe to Host
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 4, 2014

The Broadway Artists Connection (BAC) has announced that it will dedicate its annual fundraising event to the Creative Arts Team (CAT) Youth Theatre. The song and dance filled evening featuring over a dozen Broadway artists will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2014 at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, the Lower East Side's cultural landmark for more than 35 years and will be hosted by Broadway Veteran Colin Cunliffe (Pippin, Addams Family, Cry-Baby).

Amalgamate Dance Company Presents ADC's Guest Artist Showcase, 9/14
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 7, 2014

Amalgamate Dance Company presents ADC'S 4th Guest Artist Showcase: See and Be Seen, September 14, 2014. The show is produced by ADC to highlight NYC-based professional dancers. The G.A.S. provides dancers the unique environment to network, hone their craft, and work closely with professional choreographers.

Broadway Sessions to Welcome SPIDER-MAN Cast Members, 11/14
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 11, 2013

BROADWAY SESSIONS is described as an evening of musical performances, games and open mic featuring a new Broadway guest each week. The show is created and hosted by Ben Cameron (Bway Wicked, Aida and Footloose) and features musical director Joshua Stephen Kartes on piano.

Photo Flash: First Look at Eddie Korbich, Bradley Dean and More in DTC's World Premiere of FLY
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 22, 2013

Dallas Theater Center announced the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Fly, a new musical based on J.M. Barrie's novel, Peter Pan. Three-time Tony Award-winning producer Jeffrey Seller (Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights) makes his directorial debut with this production. Check out a first look at the show below!

STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of the World Premiere of FLY
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 19, 2013

Dallas Theater Center announced the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Fly, a new musical based on J.M. Barrie's novel, Peter Pan. Three-time Tony Award-winning producer Jeffrey Seller (Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights) makes his directorial debut with this production. Check out some highlights of the show below!