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Dance Molinari Presents 21st Annual Holiday Hop Show Virtual Edition With Analise Scarpaci, Joshua Turchin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2020

As the world continues to change, and we try to keep the spirit of the holidays alive, Dance Molinari wanted to make sure that the show goes on this year! They will be presenting the 2020 Holiday Hop online, December 21 at 7:00 p.m. (EST) - Links to get tickets to the event will be available on their website.

BWW Reviews: THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND: THE SONGS OF KANDER & EBB at Music Theatre of Connecticut
by Cindy Cardozo - Nov 14, 2014

Music Theatre of Connecticut opened their 28th season with a re-imagined production of The World Goes 'Round: The Songs of Kander & Ebb. With a talented cast of musicians and an uber-talented cast of performers, this show will captivate and delight anyone who loves musical theater.

THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND: THE SONGS OF KANDER & EBB to Open 2014-15 MTC MainStage Season
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 30, 2014

Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's award-winning professional theatre company, opens its 2014/2015 Season with 'The World Goes 'Round: The Songs of Kander & Ebb' is an award-winning celebration of one of Broadway's hottest composing teams, with songs from 'Chicago,' 'Cabaret' and more. Performances are November 7-23. Fridays at8pm, Saturdays at 4pm and 8pm, Sundays at 2pm, at The Melissa & Doug Theatre at The New MTC, 509 Westport Avenue (behind the Jones New York and Nine West Outlet) in Norwalk, CT. Tickets range from $30-$50 ($5 discount for seniors/students) and are available by calling 203.454.3883 or visiting www.musictheatreofct.com

MTC School of Performing Arts Presents Master Class with Broadway's Kevin Duda
by Anna Bencivengo - Oct 1, 2014

Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) School of Performing Arts will be presenting a series of Master Classes for young performers who are interested in learning from Broadway professionals. The first in the series focuses on Musical Theatre Audition Technique, and will feature Kevin Duda, from the original Broadway cast of the musical sensation 'The Book of Mormon' and currently appearing on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning 'Beautiful: The Carol King Musical.' The Master Class will take place on Sunday, October 19 from 10am-12:30pm and will take place at MTC, 509 Westport Avenue (behind Jones New York and Nine West Outlet) in Norwalk, CT. Tuition is $125 per Master Class, and space is extremely limited. To register today or for more information, visit www.musictheatreofct.com or call 203.454.3883.

BWW Reviews: Music Theatre of CT Wraps Season with THE FANTASTICKS
by Lauren Yarger (@LaurenYarger) - Apr 15, 2014

The stage directions for the musical don't say that it should be performed at Music Theatre of Connecticut's 45-seat theater in Westport, but maybe they should. The intimate space and wonderful circus-tent-themed backdrop by scenic designer Carl Tallent are the perfect setting for the one-piano musical.

MTC MainStage Presents THE FANTASTICKS, Now thru 5/4
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2014

Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's award-winning professional theatre company, concludes its 2013/2014 Season with 'The Fantasticks' a musical with book by Tom Jones, music by Harvey Schmidt, lyrics by Tom Jones and based on 'Les Romanesques' by Edmond Rostand. Performances are April 11 - May 4, Todays and Saturdays at 8pm, with matinees Saturdays at 4pm and Sundays at 2pm, at MTC MainStage Studio Theatre, 246 Post Road East (Colonial Green/Lower Level) in downtown Westport, CT. Tickets range from $25-$45 ($5 discount for seniors/students) and are available by calling 203.454.3883 or visiting www.musictheatreofct.com.

MTC MainStage to Present THE FANTASTICKS, 4/11-5/4
by Diana Heisroth - Apr 1, 2014

Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's award-winning professional theatre company, concludes its 2013/2014 Season with 'The Fantasticks' a musical with book by Tom Jones, music by Harvey Schmidt, lyrics by Tom Jones and based on 'Les Romanesques' by Edmond Rostand. Performances are April 11 - May 4, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, with matinees Saturdays at 4pm and Sundays at 2pm, at MTC MainStage Studio Theatre, 246 Post Road East (Colonial Green/Lower Level) in downtown Westport, CT. Tickets range from $25-$45 ($5 discount for seniors/students) and are available by calling 203.454.3883 or visiting www.musictheatreofct.com.

BWW Reviews: LEADER OF THE PACK Closes Totem Pole Playhouse 2013 Season
by Marakay Rogers - Aug 22, 2013

The jukebox musical of Ellie Greenwich hits closes the 2013 season for Totem Pole with the roar of motorcycles and the harmonies of the Shirelles

Photo Flash: Miss NY, ANNIE Orphans and More Perform at West Side YMCA Benefit
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2013

On Monday May 13th, the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater in the historic West Side YMCA played host to a completely sold out crowd for their 3rd annual 'Little Theater, Big Dreams' benefit cabaret. Scroll down for photos from the evening!

Miss NY, ANNIE Orphans and Ryan Kasprzak Set for Tonight's Benefit for West Side YMCA
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2013

The West Side YMCA's Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater will present its 3rd annual benefit cabaret, Little Theater, Big Dreams tonight, May 13th at 7PM. The Off-Broadway hidden gem, located inside the historic West Side Y, will play host to powerful performances from Broadway's brightest up-and-coming stars alongside their own Kids Company, a group of young (6-14 year old) triple-threats-in-training. All proceeds will benefit the on-going youth theatre programs supported by the Y's Strong Kids Campaign.

Miss NY, ANNIE Orphans and Ryan Kasprzak Set for 5/13 Benefit for West Side YMCA
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2013

The West Side YMCA's Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater will present its 3rd annual benefit cabaret, Little Theater, Big Dreams on Monday May 13th at 7PM. The Off-Broadway hidden gem, located inside the historic West Side Y, will play host to powerful performances from Broadway's brightest up-and-coming stars alongside their own Kids Company, a group of young (6-14 year old) triple-threats-in-training. All proceeds will benefit the on-going youth theatre programs supported by the Y's Strong Kids Campaign.

BWW Reviews: Music Theater of CT's COLE Provides Quick Sing Through of Some Tunes
by Lauren Yarger - Apr 26, 2013

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MTC MainStage Presents Cole Porter Revue, COLE, Now thru 5/12
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2013

Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's award-winning professional theatre company, concludes their 2012/2013 Season with Cole: An Entertainment Based on the Words and Music of Cole Porter. The musical revue runs tonight, April 19 - May 12 at MTC Studio Theatre in Westport Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, with matinees Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.

MTC MainStage Presents Cole Porter Revue, COLE 4/19-5/12
by Sally Henry Fuller - Apr 9, 2013

Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's award-winning professional theatre company, concludes their 2012/2013 Season with Cole: An Entertainment Based on the Words and Music of Cole Porter. The musical revue runs April 19 - May 12 at MTC Studio Theatre in Westport Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, with matinees Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.

St. Clement's Presents EASTER MYSTERIES Tonight with Elisabeth DeRosa, Spencer Plachy and More
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2013

Elisabeth DeRosa (Mary Poppins) and Spencer Plachy (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) recently joined the cast of Easter Mysteries, a contemporary oratorio being performed during this year's holy week celebrations at St. Clement's Episcopal Church.

Elisabeth DeRosa and Spencer Plachy to Join EASTER MYSTERIES at St. Clement's Episcopal Chuch; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2013

It was announced today that Elisabeth DeRosa (Mary Poppins) and Spencer Plachy (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) have joined the cast of Easter Mysteries, a contemporary oratorio being performed during this year's holy week celebrations at St. Clement's Episcopal Church.

Exclusive Photos: MARY POPPINS Cast Sings 'Carols For A Cure'
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 20, 2012

CAROLS FOR A CURE is the annual two-disc holiday CD compilation of original songs and holiday classics which benefits BC/EFA. These CDs boast the best voices from the worlds of Broadway, Off-Broadway and national tours. The cast of Broadway's MARY POPPINS was already hard a work this week recording their track for the album. Check out our exclusive photos from their recording session below!

MTC MainStage's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Returns for Two Benefit Performances Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2012

MTC MainStage, Music Theatre of Connecticut's Professional Equity Acting Company, presents an encore of its' Moss Hart Award-Winning production of 'It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.' Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry and directed by MTC MainStage Artistic Director Kevin Connors, this beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. Two benefit performances are today, December 15 at 2pm and 8pm and take place at MTC MainStage Studio Theatre in Westport, CT. All proceeds to benefit Music Theatre of Connecticut and its programming.

MTC MainStage's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Returns for Two Benefit Performances Only, 12/15
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 29, 2012

MTC MainStage, Music Theatre of Connecticut's Professional Equity Acting Company, presents an encore of its' Moss Hart Award-Winning production of 'It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.' Adapted for the stage by Joe Landry and directed by MTC MainStage Artistic Director Kevin Connors, this beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. Two benefit performances are Saturday, December 15 at 2pm and 8pm and take place at MTC MainStage Studio Theatre in Westport, CT. All proceeds to benefit Music Theatre of Connecticut and its programming.

Photo Coverage: MARY POPPINS Records for 'Carols For A Cure'
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 6, 2011

'The 2011 edition of the annual Carols for a Cure album is now in the works. Produced by Rock-it Science Records and currently in it's thirteenth year, purchase of the album benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. This highly anticipated annual holiday release features casts from the current Broadway line-up of shows performing new and traditional holiday music. Broadway's Carols for a Cure offers a 'snapshot' of each season, as the casts and orchestras from each show on Broadway perform their own holiday track. Since 1999, Broadway's Carols for a Cure has featured the creative talents of thousands of Broadway's brightest stars and has raised over $3 million for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.