Mandie Rapoza

Woman In Motion To Present THE 5TH MOVEMENT
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026

Woman in Motion will present THE 5TH MOVEMENT, an evening of dance featuring works by nine choreographers, at The Citigroup Theater at The Ailey Studios, marking the company's fifth season.

Video: COME FROM AWAY at Theatre Raleigh
by Joshua Wright - Apr 15, 2026

Theatre Raleigh has released first look footage of COME FROM AWAY, the beloved musical that runs April 1 through 19, 2026.

Review: Theatre Raleigh's COME FROM AWAY
by Jeffrey Kare - Apr 2, 2026

Come From Away is based on a true story of when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small Canadian town turned into an international sleep-over when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from across the globe, were diverted to Gander's air strip on September 11th, 2001.

Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!

Video: First Look At WHITE CHRISTMAS At Maine Street Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jul 30, 2024

Get a first look at MSMT's enchanting summer production of Irving Berlin’s timeless classic, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Running from July 17 to August 3, this heartwarming musical promises to bring festive cheer to the Pickard Theatre with its captivating performances, dazzling choreography, and unforgettable melodies. 

BWW Q&A: Charis Leos on Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at Maine State Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jul 2, 2024

We spoke to Charis Leos about appearing in Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Maine State Music Theatre!  Charis is a familiar face at MSMT, appearing in dozens of shows over the years,  beginning with Nunsense in 1997. Some favorite MSMT roles include Roz (9 to 5), Rose (Gypsy), Louise (Always, Patsy Cline), Paulette (Legally Blonde), Maggie (42nd Street), Madame Thenardier (Les Miserables), Chaperone (Drowsy Chaperone) and Dolly (Hello, Dolly!).

Review: MSMT's FUNNY GIRL: Bold, Beautiful & Star-Studded
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jun 28, 2024

Maine State Music Theatre’s new production of FUNNY GIRL is a triumph for its star and a coup for the company. Obtaining the first rights to produce the show after the closing of the recent Broadway revival is an unprecedented accomplishment for the theatre’s Artistic Director, Curt Dale Clark.  In addition, the production, itself, is arguably the first FUNNY GIRL anywhere to use the state-of-the art video technology, and perhaps the most thrilling feat of all: not only does the entire cast deliver stunning performances, but Jenna Lea Rosen, who makes her MSMT debut and role debut as Fanny Brice, is unquestionably a superstar. The result is an evening in the theatre that is as exhilarating and spellbinding as any you will see on any stage and an experience not to be missed!

BWW Q&A: Kenny Ingram on FUNNY GIRL at Maine State Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jun 18, 2024

Maine State Music Theatre is the first - and only - regional theatre to be granted the rights to produce Funny Girl since the Broadway National Tour launched. We chat with Kenny Ingram about the upcoming production.

Photos: Go Inside the Opening Night Celebration for MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 9, 2023

Merrily We Roll Along officially opens Tuesday, October 10, but the show held its red-carpet Opening Night celebration on Sunday, October 8. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and and you can check out photos of the cast and creative team here.

BWW Review: Wacky, Wickedly Funny, and Wonderful, MSMT's All-Star Cast Romps in 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jul 21, 2023

Maine State Music Theatre’s new production of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL with Dolly Parton’s pulsating score is a high energy, hilarious madcap misadventure that somehow also manages to ring uncannily true. Both a period piece and a contemporary one, this tale of women in the workplace is propelled by zany humor, but also fueled by the empathetic characters at its core. The trio of women embattled with their narcissistic boss are - as Parton, herself, phrased it “just a step on the boss man's ladder” - and yet they sing and dance their way into our hearts in an evening filled with laughter and warmth.

FRAGMENTS, A LIVE AUDIO STORY Enters Final Weekend Of Live Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2021

The performance art piece Fragments, a live audio story concludes this weekend, with performances on Saturday, May 15th, and Sunday, May 16th, at 6:00pm and 7:30pm on both days.

BWW Review: FRAGMENTS, A LIVE AUDIO STORY is a Quiet, Yet Richly Introspective Experience
by David Clarke - May 7, 2021

It’s been a long road since March 2020, but the world is healing and Mandie Rapoza’s performance art piece, FRAGMENTS, A LIVE AUDIO STORY, is a welcomed and much needed breath of fresh air in a world where in-person art has been almost completely dormant.

FRAGMENTS A LIVE AUDIO STORY To Return For 12 Performances Only
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2021

Featuring a stunning array of live dance, video projections, original composition, and a timeless story, Fragments has been adapted in accordance with current New York State health guidelines.

VIDEO: Olivia Palacios and Mandie Rapoza Present World Premiere of CIRCLES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2021

Olivia Palacios and Mandie Rapoza have released 'Circles'. 'As choreographers, our goal was to create a dance that would visually amplify the powerful impact of Trevor Weston’s music, and continue The Overlook’s pursuit of connecting music with the community.'