Ethan Van Slyke News

Forestburgh Playhouse Celebrates 75 Years With The Diamond Anniversary Revue

by Stephi Wild — July 6, 2021

Directed and Choreographed by Chaz Wolcott (Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Me and My Girl, Kiss Me Kate, Crazy For You and Mary Poppins), with musical direction by T.

Photo Flash: Ben Fankhauser, Original Broadway Cast Member of NEWSIES, Attended NEWSIES at Arena Stage

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 23, 2019

Ben Fankhauser, the Original “Davey” in Disney's Newsies on Broadway, came to see Disney's Newsies at Arena Stage, running until December 29.

BWW Review: DISNEY'S NEWSIES at Arena Stage

by Kelle Long — November 15, 2019

Despite being set in 1899, NEWSIES feels marvelously modern.

Photo Flash: Take a Look at Photos From Opening Night of NEWSIES at Arena Stage

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 15, 2019

In the summer of 1899, the newsboys of New York City took on two of the most powerful men in the country — Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst — and won.

VIDEO: NEWSIES' Chaz Wolcott Takes Over Instagram!

by Linnae Medeiros — November 11, 2019

We seized the day yesterday thanks to Chaz Wolcott taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at a two-show day of Arena Stage's production of Newsies! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy.

NEWSIES' Chaz Wolcott Takes Over Instagram Sunday!

by Linnae Medeiros — November 9, 2019

The world will know that Chaz Wolcott is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at Arena Stage's production of Newsies this Sunday, November 10th! Be sure to seize the day and follow along throughout the day for a look behind the scenes at a two-show day with Jack, Davey, Katherine, and all of

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For NEWSIES At Arena Stage

by Alan Henry — October 30, 2019

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presents Disney's Tony Award-winning musical Newsies, an inspiring story about kids who fight for what is right at the turn of the century, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman and book by Harvey Fierstein.

Photo Flash: Inside First Rehearsal For Arena Stage's NEWSIES

by Stephi Wild — October 2, 2019

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presents Disney's Tony Award-winning musical Newsies, an inspiring story about kids who fight for what is right at the turn of the century, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman and book by Harvey Fierstein.

Partial Cast and Creative Team Announced For Disney's NEWSIES at Arena Stage

by Stephi Wild — September 5, 2019

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces casting for Disney's Tony Award-winning musical Newsies, an inspiring story about kids who fight for what is right at the turn of the century, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman and book by Harvey Fierstein.

Photo Flash: Arena Stage 2019-2020 Season Preview

by A.A. Cristi — August 28, 2019

Arena Stage Artistic Director Molly Smith and Executive Producer Edgar Dobie announce the 2019/20 lineup for the company's 70th season.

BWW Review: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at NextStop Theatre Company

by Jack Read — June 4, 2019

Certain shows are practically foolproof bets for audiences.

2017 Helen Hayes Award Winners Announced!

by Alan Henry — May 15, 2017

BroadwayWorld has a full list of the Helen Hayes Awards winners updating LIVE below! Named for actor Helen Hayes - a Washington native and legendary First Lady of the American Theatre - the Helen Hayes Awards celebrates excellence in professional theatre throughout the Washington region and has beco

Photo Flash: Arena Stage Opens Suspenseful, Starry Production of WATCH ON THE RHINE

by Julie Musbach — February 11, 2017

Arena Stage announces full casting for Lillian Hellman's Watch on the Rhine, winner of the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best Play.

2017 Helen Hayes Award Nominations Announced; COME FROM AWAY Nabs 14 Nominations

by A.A. Cristi — February 6, 2017

The 2017 Helen Hayes Award nominations were announced tonight.

Marsha Mason-Led WATCH ON THE RHINE Starts Tonight at Arena Stage

by BWW News Desk — February 3, 2017

Arena Stage presents Lillian Hellman's Watch on the Rhine, winner of the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best Play.

Photo Flash: WATCH ON THE RHINE Meets the Press at Arena Stage - Marsha Mason and More!

by BWW News Desk — January 3, 2017

Arena Stage's upcoming production Watch on the Rhine hosted a meet & greet on the first day of rehearsal today, January 3.

Marsha Mason to Star in Lillian Hellman's WATCH ON THE RHINE at Arena Stage; Cast Complete!

by BWW News Desk — December 14, 2016

Arena Stage announces full casting for Lillian Hellman's Watch on the Rhine, winner of the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best Play.

BWW Review: Iyona Blake Shines in CAROLINE, OR CHANGE at Creative Cauldron

by Barbara Johnson — May 9, 2016

Change takes many forms in CAROLINE, OR CHANGE: dramatic historical change, personal change, pocket change.

Creative Cauldron to Stage Award-Winning Musical CAROLINE, OR CHANGE

by Tyler Peterson — April 7, 2016

Creative Cauldron presents the award-winning musical Caroline, or Change, with book and lyrics by Tony Kushner (Pulitzer Prize, Angels in America), score by Jeanine Tesori (Tony Award, Fun Home), and directed by Creative Cauldron Artistic Associate Matt Conner.

Photo Flash: Jeff McCarthy, Kyle Coffman and More Celebrate OLIVER! Opening at Arena Stage

by BWW News Desk — November 16, 2015

Molly Smith directs her 30th production as Artistic Director of Arena Stage with a gritty and relevant take on the Tony Award-winning musical OLIVER!, blending the chaotic worlds of 19th-century Victorian London with 2015 London.