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Date of Death: October 06, 1989 (81)

Birth Place: Lowell, MA, USA

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Review: THE HOUSE OF PATRICK at Vincent Victoria Presents
by Brett Cullum - Jul 13, 2023


It fuses music, fashion shows, and simply fun lively scenes that turn THE HOUSE OF PATRICK into a … well… house party! The energy is high, and the show is a ton of fun.

Tony Winning Lyricist and Songwriter Sheldon Harnick Dies at Age 99
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2023


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Sheldon Harnick, lyricist known for Fiddler on the Roof, Fiorello!, She Loves Me, and many more, has died at age 99.

Laguna Playhouse To Present LISTEN TO THE SEVENTIES, CARNEY MAGIC, and More This August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023


LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE has announced six special productions this summer.

Martha Graham Dance Company to Present GRAHAM100, A Three-Season 100th Anniversary Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2023


The Martha Graham Dance Company will present GRAHAM100—The First and The Future, a three-season 100th anniversary celebration of Martha Graham’s work and legacy to begin September 2023 and continue throughout 2026.

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, ON YOUR FEET! & More Set for the Grand 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023


The Grand Opera House has unveiled its 2023-2024 Broadway in Wilmington season at The Playhouse on Rodney Square.

Classic Theatre Festival Reveals 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023


Following its award-winning 2022 season re-launch, the Classic Theatre Festival - which produces hits from the golden age of Broadway and the London Stage - has announced a summer season in downtown Ottawa.

David Ellenstein Named Artistic Director & Bill Kerlin Named Managing Director of Laguna Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2023


North Coast Repertory Theatre’s Artistic Director David Ellenstein, and Managing Director Bill Kerlin, have been named Laguna Playhouse’s new Artistic and Managing Directors respectively, effective immediately.

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

Island City Stage to Present LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION!, DIE! MOMMY DIE!, and More in 12th South Florida Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2023


An award-winning audience favorite, big Broadway dreams, a pulp fiction musical, a neurotic family drama and murderous mayhem will share the spotlight during Island City Stages thrilling 12th South Florida Season beginning October 12!

National Recording Registry Inducts Jackie DeShannon's 'What The World Needs Now Is Love'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 22, 2023


With a luminous kaleidoscope of iconic hits telescoping a versatile musical career, singer-songwriter Jackie DeShannon is celebrating induction into the National Recording Registry via The Library of Congress for her classic 1965 recording of 'What the World Needs Now is Love,' written by the illustrious team of Burt Bacharach and Hal David.

Joe Spano & More to Star in Rolling Southern California Premiere of THE REALISTIC JONESES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2023


Laguna Playhouse announced, in association with Gare St. Lazare, Ireland and the Rubicon Theatre Company, Faline England, Sorcha Fox, Conor Lovett and Joe Spano starring in the rolling Southern California premiere of THE REALISTIC JONESES, written by Will Eno and directed by Judy Hegarty-Lovett.

The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati Embarks On Campaign To Purchase The Historic Emery Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2023


The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) has embarked on a campaign to purchase, restore, and reimagine the historically significant Emery Theater. This partnership will revitalize the theatre, a treasured cultural asset, and provide a permanent home for The Children's Theatre in Cincinnati's vibrant urban core.  

Sharon McNight to Present SURVIVING CABARET at The Green Room 42 in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Tony Award-nominee Sharon McNight in “Surviving Cabaret,” a storied look back at the last forty years of notable performances, on Thursday, April 13 and Saturday, April 15, both at 7:00 PM.

Independent Theatre Celebrates 40 Years Of Bringing Theatrical Gems To The Adelaide Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2023


From the anguish of a faded southern belle to a comedic romp through Shakespeare’s love life, Independent Theatre is bringing theatrical gems to the stage as it celebrates its ruby anniversary.

Edinburgh Fringe Hit BEAK SPEAKS Opens In London This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2023


Beak Speaks, a masterclass with the self-proclaimed Queen of the Fringe, makes its London debut at the Hen and Chickens Theatre from 21 March having previously delighted Edinburgh Fringe audiences.

Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival to Honor Angela Lansbury, Denise Dowse, and More at 2023 Gala
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 4, 2023


The 30th Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) will honor seven women for their exceptional career and life achievements in the Opening Night Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony on March 23, 2023 at 8:00 pm, preceded by a reception at 6:30 pm, at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre.

Review: HEDY! THE LIFE & INVENTIONS OF HEDY LAMARR at Sarasota Jewish Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - Feb 24, 2023


What did our critic think of HEDY! THE LIFE & INVENTIONS OF HEDY LAMARR at Sarasota Jewish Theatre?

Cumberland Theatre's 35th Season Continues With Hollywood Classic THE WISDOM OF EVE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2023


The Cumberland Theatre will continue their 35th Anniversary Season with the stage version of the classic film All About Eve on Friday, March 10th.

Review: Kiki Ball-Change Captures Hearts With MY FUNNY VALENTINE at The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - Feb 16, 2023


Kiki is one smart cookie.  

The Best Movies About Plays and Backstage Stories
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2023


Whether it’s a musical, drama, horror, or comedy, BroadwayWorld is pulling back the curtain on some of the best movies about backstage stories!

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