BWW Review: BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE at GoodspeedOpera House
by Joseph Harrison
- Jul 19, 2019
There's an old saying from W.C. Fields that says 'Never work with animals or children'. This quote is often assumed to mean that a performer should avoid this, as children and animals can be quite unpredictable and/or unreliable. But based on what I saw on stage during Goodspeed Musicals' latest production of the new musical BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE, I think W.C. Fields may have issued this warning because said animals and children just might steal the show right out from under you. In its second production of the season, Goodspeed has opted to mount a relatively new work and introduce audiences to the heartwarming story of two 'Strays', a girl and her dog, on the very same stage where another girl and her dog (ANNIE) premiered 43 years ago. The result? A touching musical that delivers an important message delivered by a strong cast led (yes, led) by an extremely loveable (and talented) canine.
Photo Flash: Rosie's Theater Kids Hold Annual PASSING IT ON
by Julie Musbach
- Mar 26, 2019
Founder Rosie O'Donnell and Artistic & Executive Director Lori Klinger of Rosie's Theater Kids recently held PASSING IT ON: An Evening of Mentorship on Sunday, March 24 at 7:00 PM at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College. Get an inside look at the event below!
Photo Coverage: It's Puppy Love- Go Inside 18th Annual Broadway Barks!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon
- Aug 1, 2016
BROADWAY BARKS just held their 18th annual star-studded dog and cat adoption event to benefit New York City animal shelters and adoption agencies. Founded by Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore, Broadway Barks featured a slew of celebrities from the hottest shows on Broadway.
BWW Review: BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE at Delaware Theatre Company
by Mark Brainard
- Apr 24, 2015
When the title of the musical is followed by 'based on the book/film...', there tends to be one of two reactions- excitement (LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, MARY POPPINS, RAGTIME) or dread (SISTER ACT, GHOST, CARRIE). And while the Broadway-bound BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE, now playing through May 10th at the Delaware Theatre Company, does not quite reach the level of LA CAGE or RAGTIME, it's hard to resist the feel-good charm bubbling off the stage.
Broadway-Bound BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE Extends at Delaware Theatre Company, Thru 5/10
by Christina Mancuso
- Apr 17, 2015
Delaware Theatre Company opened the new musical, BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE, on April 8th,with Book and Lyrics by Nell Benjamin (Broadway's LEGALLY BLONDE: the musical), Music by Duncan Sheik (Broadway's SPRING AWAKENING), and directed by Marcia Milgrom Dodge (Broadway's RAGTIME). It has now extended its run at DTC through May 10th.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Delaware Theatre Company's BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE
by Matt Smith
- Mar 4, 2015
A new Broadway-bound musical based on the award-winning children's novel by Kate DiCamillo, BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE is poised to become the first Broadway musical starring a live dog as the main character! A gentle, warm and enthralling story about the intimate friendship between a young girl and her dog, WINN DIXIE shows how the smallest act of kindness can ripple into a celebration of community. Was there a family pet that taught you how to love and forgive? Tickets will sell fast for this show-the only way to guarantee seats is to subscribe. Young and old, alike, will find their lives changed...because of Winn Dixie. Check out a sneak peek at the cast and creatives in rehearsal below!
Photo Flash: Who Will Walk the Plank? PETER PAN LIVE! Weekend Twitter Roundup!
by TV News Desk
- Nov 30, 2014
NBC's PETER PAN LIVE! producer Neil Meron took to Twitter over the holiday weekend to post behind-the-scenes photos of the musical's last rehearsals before its big December 4th debut. Scroll down for a round-up of all the backstage antics, including a couple Thanksgiving Day shots!
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