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Review: 'A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE' at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Mar 7, 2025

Pulling into the hi-desert with a head of steam, clash and clatter is Tennessee Williams' 1947 Pulitzer Prize winning drama 'A Streetcar Named Desire'.  Theatre 29 has staged a mesmerizing production under the astute direction of Gary Daigneault. The play, featuring Bobbie Breckenridge as the fragile and complex Blanche DuBois, Deacon Ledges as the brutish yet charismatic Stanley Kowalski, and Victoria Shupe as the conflicted Stella Kowalski, offers a compelling exploration of desire, illusion, and the harsh realities of life.

VICTORIOUS Spin-Off Series in Development at Nickelodeon; Daniella Monet to Return
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2025

A spin-off of Nickedlodeon's Victorious is in the works, this time following Daniella Monet's character Trina Vega. The series, tentatively titled Hollywood Arts, will see Trina Vega return to the titular school as a teacher.

Cast Set For A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Jan 24, 2025

This spring Theatre 29 is set to stage a production of the Pulitzer prize winning “A Streetcar Named Desire”. Learn more about the cast here!

Everything You Don't Know About FLOYD COLLINS
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 7, 2024

Lincoln Center Theater is preparing for the Broadway premiere of Floyd Collins- the first major revival since the show's off Broadway premiere in 1996. Since then, the musical has gained a loyal fanbase, but remains largely unknown by musical theatre-loving audiences. What do you need to know...?

Jeremy Jordan, Jason Gotay & Lizzy McAlpine Will Lead FLOYD COLLINS
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 21, 2024

Lincoln Center Theater has found it's cast for the Broadway premiere of FLOYD COLLINS, a musical with book by Tina Landau, music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, additional lyrics by Tina Landau and direction by Tina Landau. Check out who will join Jeremy Jordan as the title character.

Tina Landau Reveals Revised Version of FLOYD COLLINS Coming Soon
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 4, 2021

It was a glorious reunion last night on Stars in the House, as the original company of beloved 1996 musical Floyd Collins reunited. Book writer and director Tina Landau shared exciting news about the musical's future.

BWW Review: SECRET CINEMA PRESENTS STRANGER THINGS
by Jonathan Marshall - Nov 22, 2019

We live in an increasingly fast paced 24-7 society. At the click of a button we can have almost anything imaginable arrive on our doorstep just hours later. We can take in a 3D movie, challenge ourselves in an Escape Room and choose from literally hundreds of TV shows at home or on the move. Theatre and the uniquely intimate experience it provides has prevailed through copious changes in recent times. Most mainstream shows stick to the tradition of having an audience seated in front of a stage upon which actors perform a play. Nothing wrong with that. But how can the medium adapt to reflect our ever changing cravings for something bigger, better and more unique? Enter Fabien Riggall and his game changing concept, Secret Cinema. If this particular experience is anything to go by, it certainly lives up to the hype.

Secret Cinema Will Bring STRANGER THINGS to Life
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2019

Secret Cinema has announced that its second production of 2019 will bring to life the world of critically-acclaimed Netflix original drama series Stranger Things.

Tickets On Sale Tomorrow For Secret Cinema's Summer Production Of William Shakespeare's ROMEO AND JULIET
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2018

Tomorrow, tickets will go on sale for Secret Cinema Presents William Shakespeare's Romeo + Julietits latest immersive film experience which will bring to life Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of the classic Shakespearean love tragedy Romeo and Juliet.

NBC Shares Primetime Schedule for 1/1-1/28
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 3, 2018

Check out what is coming up this month on NBC!

Eastbound Theatre presents 4,000 MILES
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2017

Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council is excited to present the third show of its 23rd season, the compelling piece, 4,000 Miles, by Amy Herzog.

Families of Newtown Victims Honor Their Loved Ones on 60 MINUTES This Sunday
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2017

Scott Pelley returns to Newtown to report on the human impact of the school shooting that took the lives of 20 first-graders and six educators and shocked the nation in December 2012. Pelley's report will be broadcast on 60 MINUTES Sunday, April 16 (7:00-8:00PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Families of Newtown Victims Honor Their Loved Ones on 60 MINUTES This Sunday
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 14, 2017

Scott Pelley returns to Newtown to report on the human impact of the school shooting that took the lives of 20 first-graders and six educators and shocked the nation in December 2012. Pelley's report will be broadcast on 60 MINUTES Sunday, April 16 (7:00-8:00PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Cast of ABC's ROOKIE BLUE to Host Live Twitter Chat, 5/23
by Tyler Peterson - May 21, 2013

Fans of ABC's popular drama series 'Rookie Blue' will be able to submit questions and receive real-time responses from cast members of 'Rookie Blue' during this season's premiere, THURSDAY, MAY 23 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET). Use hashtag #AskRookieBlue to join the conversation.

STAGE TUBE: Broadway Vet Ariana Grande Releases New Music Video
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 15, 2012

Ariana Grande, currently starring in Nickelodeon's 'Victorious', recently released her new single ('Put Your Hearts Up') on December 20. The teen star - who was seen on Broadway in Jason Robert Brown's 13 - released a music video for the single. Check it out below!

Photo Flash: Ariana Grande Celebrates New Single, 'Put Your Hearts Up,' in Times Square!
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 23, 2011

Ariana Grande, currently starring in Nickelodeon's 'Victorious', recently released her new single ('Put Your Hearts Up') on December 20. The teen star - who was seen on Broadway in Jason Robert Brown's 13 - appeared in Times Square's Planet Hollywood in support of the single. Check out photos below!

The Bloody Hollies Release YOURS UNTIL THE BITTER END
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2011

Yours Until the Bitter End is The Bloody Hollies' follow-up to the highly praised Who to Trust, Who to Kill, Who to Love which was released in 2007 on Alive Naturalsound.

The Bloody Hollies to Release New CD On Alive Records, 9/13
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2011

The Bloody Hollies will release their fourth LP, 'Yours Until the Bitter End' on September 13th through Alive Records

The Bloody Hollies Release YOURS UNTIL THE BITTER END
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 9, 2011

Yours Until the Bitter End is The Bloody Hollies' follow-up to the highly praised Who to Trust, Who to Kill, Who to Love which was released in 2007 on Alive Naturalsound.

The Bloody Hollies to Release New CD On Alive Records, 9/13
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 11, 2011

The Bloody Hollies will release their fourth LP, 'Yours Until the Bitter End' on September 13th through Alive Records