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Wilson Center to Honor Claire and Glenn Hackmann at The Big Event
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2017


A shared commitment to the power of the arts will be celebrated on Sat., June 3, 2017, at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (Wilson Center), as Greater Milwaukee philanthropic leaders Claire and Glen Hackmann are honored with the 13th annual EDDY Award. The presentation will take place at The Big Event, which serves as the major channel through which the Wilson Center raises funds for its arts education programs that impact the lives of more than 9,000 students from Southeast Wisconsin each year.

Candoco Dance Company Announces New Dancers
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2017


Candoco Dance Company is pleased to announce Mickaella Dantas and Olivia Edginton have joined the permanent company. The new dancers will join Megan Armishaw, Joel Brown, Jason Mabana, Laura Patay and Toke Broni Strandby and will perform with the ensemble for the first time this Autumn when the company will tour a new work.

YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN to Play the Secret Theatre This May
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2017


Charles Schulz's treasured comic comes to life in the classic musical, 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown.' Following our sold out run of A Charlie Brown Christmas, Secret Theatre Musicals is delighted to bring another fantastic show from the Peanuts canon to the Secret Theatre! The production will run May 3-8, 2017 (3,4,5,6,7,8 @ 7pm Matinees 6 & 7 @ 3pm).

$40 Lottery Ticket Policy Announced for THE BOOK OF MORMON
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2017


The Book of Mormon today announces a ticket lottery, in which a limited number of tickets will be sold by ballot for $40 each on the day of the performance. The show's ticket lottery policy began with the Broadway production, and has continued for all subsequent productions, which include two US National Tours and London's West End. The Book of Mormon is currently in previews at the Princess Theatre. Opening night is Saturday 4 February.

Secret Theatre to Present CABARET
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2017


Following our hit productions of A Chorus Line and almost exactly one year later Secret Theatre Musicals is proud to present superb version of another iconic classic musical, Cabaret and we promise a production to remember!

BOOK OF MORMON Adds $20 January Preview Performance in Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2017


An additional preview was announced today for the upcoming Melbourne production of The Book of Mormon, on Tuesday 17 January at 7pm at the Princess Theatre.

THE GARDEN OF UNEARTHLY DELIGHTS Announces 2017 Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2016


The Garden of Unearthly Delights returns for 2017, with a huge program of over 100 shows across 13 venues, covering live music, circus, visual art, comedy, family, magic, variety and so much more. 

BOOK OF MORMON Extended in Melbourne to April 30
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2016


Due to unprecedented demand, new seats for The Book of Mormon go on sale to the general public today. Bookings for the award-winning musical have now been extended to 30 April 2017 at Melbourne's Princess Theatre.

THE BOOK OF MORMON to Say 'Hello' to Detroit, July 1-13
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2014


Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a record breaking two week run in 2013, returns for a limited engagement at the Detroit Opera House, July 1 through July 13, 2014.

1964 - THE TRIBUTE Celebrates The Beatles at PlayhouseSquare Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2014


Rolling Stone magazine calls 1964 - The Tribute 'the best Beatles tribute on earth!' 1964-The Tribute, has been thrilling audiences around the globe since the early Eighties by taking them on a journey through a quintessential moment in music history that will live forever.

1964 - THE TRIBUTE to Celebrate The Beatles at PlayhouseSquare, 2/21
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2014


Rolling Stone magazine calls 1964 - The Tribute "the best Beatles tribute on earth!" 1964-The Tribute, has been thrilling audiences around the globe since the early Eighties by taking them on a journey through a quintessential moment in music history that will live forever.

Virgil Gibson to Play Grove Theatre, 2/8
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 22, 2014


On Saturday, February 8th, R&B singer Virgil Gibson, former lead singer of the world famous Platters, headlines "Remember the Magic" a concert that brings back the great sounds of the doo-wop era, with tunes like 'Only You,' 'Up On The Roof,' 'In The Still Of The Night,' 'You Send Me,' 'My Girl,' 'Smoke Gets In Your Eyes' and many more. The former lead singer of The Rivingtons ('Papa Oom Mow Mow') and Paul Robi's Platters in the '60s and '70s, Gibson's repertoire also includes gospel, country and pop. Elvis Tribute performers Chris Luna and Jacob Roman will also appear.

bergenPAC Presents Beatles Tribute 1964 Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2013


Since the early 80's, 1964…THE TRIBUTE has been thrilling audiences all over the globe with what Rolling Stone Magazine has called the 'Best Beatles Tribute on Earth '. 1964 …THE TRIBUTE takes their audiences on a musical journey to an era in rock history that will live in all of our hearts forever. They are hailed by critics and fans alike as the most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute in the world. Choosing songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era, 1964 astonishingly recreates an early 60's live Beatles concert, with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles, and onstage banter. Over 25 years of researching and performing have made 1964 masters of their craft. Come see why 1964…THE TRIBUTE is the definitive Beatle show! 1964 will perform at bergenPAC today August 8, 2103 at 8:00 p.m.

bergenPAC to Present Beatles Tribute 1964, 8/8
by Devin MacDonald - Jul 15, 2013


Since the early 80's, 1964…THE TRIBUTE has been thrilling audiences all over the globe with what Rolling Stone Magazine has called the "Best Beatles Tribute on Earth ". 1964 …THE TRIBUTE takes their audiences on a musical journey to an era in rock history that will live in all of our hearts forever. They are hailed by critics and fans alike as the most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute in the world. Choosing songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era, 1964 astonishingly recreates an early 60's live Beatles concert, with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles, and onstage banter. Over 25 years of researching and performing have made 1964 masters of their craft. Come see why 1964…THE TRIBUTE is the definitive Beatle show! 1964 will perform at bergenPAC on Thursday August 8, 2103 at 8:00 p.m.

Impro Melbourne Presents CELEBRITY THEATRESPORTS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2013


Celebrating its 25th year at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Impro Melbourne presents the standout festival favourite, Celebrity TheatresportsTM. Putting Australia's favourite celebrities on the spot is the name of the game, as Impro Melbourne's top players join them for a family show with a difference. This show is on for one night only.

BWW REVIEW: BOOK OF MORMON IS GOD AWFUL
by Jan Nargi - Apr 11, 2013


'The Book of Mormon' may be outrageous, irreverent, and puerile in the extreme, but the most offensive thing about this insipid show is its insulting lack of wit.

Impro Melbourne to Present CELEBRITY THEATRESPORTS, April 20
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2013


Celebrating its 25th year at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Impro Melbourne presents the standout festival favourite, Celebrity TheatresportsTM. Putting Australia's favourite celebrities on the spot is the name of the game, as Impro Melbourne's top players join them for a family show with a difference. This show is on for one night only.

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