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Stage and Screen Actor Jack Betts Dies at 96
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that screen and stage actor Jack Betts died at the age of 96. While best known for screen roles, Betts started his career in 1953 in the play Richard III on Broadway.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Milwaukee, WI Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Milwaukee, WI Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Lake Country Playhouse & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Lake Country Playhouse & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards December 5th Standings; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; Lake Country Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Nov 13, 2023

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Ken Martin Named New Clarence Brown Theatre Artistic Director And Head Of The UT Department Of Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2022

Ken Martin will join the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, August 1, 2022, as the new Clarence Brown Theatre artistic director and head of the Department of Theatre in the College of Arts and Sciences. Calvin MacLean, former artistic director and head, retired in August 2021.

KCAT Announces Cast And Crew For NIGHT, MOTHER
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2019

Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting and will soon begin rehearsals for its production of Marsha Norman's Pulitzer Prize-winning a?oe'night, Mother,a?? which will run from January 8th to January 26th, 2020 at the City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Sidonie Garrett, who last directed a?oeA Streetcar Named Desirea?? for Kansas City Actors Theatre in 2016. The production will feature Jan Rogge (a?oeA Lie of the Mind,a?? a?oeMy Old Ladya??) and Cinnamon Schultz (a?oeA Streetcar Named Desire,a?? a?oeSea Marksa??) and will feature scenic design by Ken Martin, costume design by Mary Traylor, lighting design by Shane Rowse, sound design by David Kiehl, properties design by Deb Morgan, and technical direction by Kyle Dyck.

Del Frisco's Restaurant Group Announces Continued Growth
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 1, 2017

Best of 2016 BWW Rhode Island �" Critics' Picks: As Selected by Your Local Reviewers
by Veronica Bruscini - Dec 31, 2016

2016 was a year for imagination and innovation on Rhode Island stages. Here's a look back on some of the productions that stole the spotlight in the Ocean State this season.

SPARTAN: ULTIMATE TEAM CHALLENGE' Prepares for Most Demanding Course Yet, Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2016

As the SPARTAN: ULTIMATE TEAM CHALLENGE' season concludes with the two-hour Today, July 21 telecast (8-10 p.m. ET/PT), the winning teams from past episodes will race against each other on the most demanding Spartan course ever devised.

SPARTAN: ULTIMATE TEAM CHALLENGE' Prepares for Most Demanding Course Yet, 7/21
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 15, 2016

As the SPARTAN: ULTIMATE TEAM CHALLENGE' season concludes with the two-hour Thursday, July 21 telecast (8-10 p.m. ET/PT), the winning teams from past episodes will race against each other on the most demanding Spartan course ever devised.

BWW Review: Ocean State Theatre Stages Inspiring, Uplifting MIRACLE WORKER
by Veronica Bruscini - Apr 2, 2016

Ocean State Theatre Company's staging of THE MIRACLE WORKER, under the direction of Amiee Turner, brings this compelling story to life with dignity and warmth.

T.J. Holmes to Host VH1 Roundtable Discussion LHH: OUT IN HIP HOP, 10/19
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2015

This season, VH1's 'Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood' explores one of the most complex relationships in franchise history.

T.J. Holmes to Host VH1 Roundtable Discussion LHH: OUT IN HIP HOP, 10/19
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 13, 2015

This season, VH1's 'Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood' explores one of the most complex relationships in franchise history.

VH1 Renews K. MICHELLE: MY LIFE for Second Season; Announces New Series
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 27, 2015

VH1's industry-leading "Love & Hip Hop" franchise continues to help define pop culture today.

VH1 to Air LOVE & HIP HOP LIVE: THE WEDDING, 5/25
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2015

You've just snagged an invitation to the wedding of the year as VH1 debuts the network's first-ever LIVE wedding special with 'Love & Hip Hop LIVE: The Wedding,' airing Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th, 2015 at 8:00 PM ET/PT* as a two-hour special episode.

New Hampshire Theatre Awards Set for Tonight
by Daniel Adams - Jan 25, 2014

The New Hampshire Theatre Awards have announced the finalists for both the professional and community productions for 2013. Each year these awards recognize the talent and dedication necessary to produce outstanding theatrical productions across the state.