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THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is The Inaugural Production Of Core Theatre Group, Hudson Valley's Newest Professional Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2023

The Hudson Valley's newest Professional Theatre Company, Core Theatre Group (CTG), founded by Broadway vets and Warwick locals Jessica McRoberts, Pat McRoberts, Paul Loesel and Chuck Ragsdale, announce their first production following company launch with inaugural cabaret fundraiser on Friday, July 14, 2023. 

5 curiosidades que no sabías sobre CHICAGO
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Aug 16, 2023

Descubre algunos datos poco conocidos sobre la producción que regresa a Madrid el próximo 6 de octubre de la mano de SOM Produce.

El Teatro Musical Que Viene: Temporada 2023/2024
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Aug 10, 2023

Repasamos los espectáculos que llenarán las carteleras en España en la nueva temporada.

Do Broadway Actors Ever Play Multiple Roles in the Same Show?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jul 29, 2023

This time, the reader question was: How many different roles has one actor been contracted to play in the same Broadway production?

Review: CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - Jul 28, 2023

What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre?

CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF to Play at Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Beginning This Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023

Call Fosse at the Minskoff, a 90-minute solo play written and performed by Mimi Quillin, and directed by Tony Award nominee Michael Berresse, will play at Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Company.

The Gateway's Annual Fundraiser SHAKE THE SHORE To Honor Diane Giattino
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2023

The Gateway's Annual Fundraiser, SHAKE THE SHORE, will take place at The Gateway in Bellport on July 29 at 6 PM. The evening will honor Bellport's Diane Giattino and will feature a performance by The Gateway Alum, Nick Sanchez of Broadway's Hamilton, as well as, a special appearance by two-time Olympic Medalist, Nancy Kerrigan – star of The Gateway's Holiday Spectacular on Ice.

Mimi Quillin's CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF Directed by Michael Berresse to Premiere at Vassar College
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023

Get ready for the premiere of Mimi Quillin's CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF! Directed by Michael Berresse, this solo play promises to captivate audiences. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic at Powerhouse Theater Season.

Interview: Nicole Helfer of A CHORUS LINE at San Francisco Playhouse Finally Gets Her Chance on Another Go at a Dream Role
by Jim Munson - Jun 22, 2023

BroadwayWorld talks to Nicole Helfer, who is both choreographing and starring as Cassie in San Francisco Playhouse's new production of 'A Chorus Line' running June 22 to September 9.

Cast of CHICAGO Set at Dingbat Theatre Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2023

After a brief hiatus, Dingbat Theatre Project is returning with their upcoming production of the Broadway smash-hit, CHICAGO!

New Musical and Play Workshops, Free Readings & More Set for Vassar College's 37th Powerhouse Theater Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023

Vassar College has announced the lineup for the 37th Powerhouse Theater Season. The annual summer season brings together some of todayʼs most influential theatrical voices and welcomes the next generation of theater artists as members of the renowned Powerhouse Theater Training Program.

Judi Mark Comes to Don't Tell Mama This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023

Judi Mark comes to Don't Tell Mama next week with Merely Marvelous, the Songs of Gwen Verdon. Performances are Wednesday May 17, 2023 at 7pm and Wednesday May 24, 2023 at 7pm.

Review: CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA
by R. Scott Reedy - May 11, 2023

What did our critic think of CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA?

Video: Patrick Pacheco Opens Up About Putting Pen to Paper with Chita Rivera
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - May 9, 2023

She was born Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero—until the entertainment world renamed her. But Dolores—the irreverent side of the sensual, dark and ferocious Chita—was always present center stage, and was influential in creating some of Broadway most iconic and acclaimed roles, including Anita in West Side Story‚ the part that made her a star—Rosie in Bye Bye, Birdie, Velma in Chicago, and Aurora in Kiss of the Spider Woman. In this video, watch as co-author Patrick Pacheco chats with Richard Ridge about the new memoir!

Rian Keating to Bring TIME STAMPS to Guild Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2023

Rian Keating will bring his acclaimed 2022 MAC Award-winning Time Stamps:  Life Fragments in Story and Song to the Guild Hall on May 25th at 7pm with Darryl Curry at the piano.  

MAC Winner Rian Keating Returns with TIME STAMPS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023

Reknowned cabaret storyteller Rian Keating will return to the stage of the Episcopal Actors’ Guild Hall on May 25th to perform his 2022 MAC Award-winning Time Stamps:  Life Fragments in Story and Song to benefit the charitable programs of the EAG and NYC’s professional performing artists in need.

Exclusive: Broadway Legend (and Author) Chita Rivera Unpacks Her Life in the Theatre
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 25, 2023

She was born Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero—until the entertainment world renamed her. But Dolores—the irreverent side of the sensual, dark and ferocious Chita—was always present center stage, and was influential in creating some of Broadway most iconic and acclaimed roles, including Anita in West Side Story‚ the part that made her a star—Rosie in Bye Bye, Birdie, Velma in Chicago, and Aurora in Kiss of the Spider Woman. In this video, watch as Broadway legend Chita Rivera chats with Richard Ridge about her new memoir!

Review: CHICAGO at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - Apr 5, 2023

What did our critic think of CHICAGO at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis? Chicago is celebrating 25 dazzling years and it has returned to Memphis! It is certainly a fan favorite, with exhilirating dancing and an iconic story that is known around the world. The 1975 musical with music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Ebb and Bob Fosse, is the 2nd longest running Broadway musical (thanks to the 1996 revival), behind fan favorite Phantom of the Opera.

23 Theater Books for Your Spring 2023 Reading List
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2023

Need a great book  to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 23 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.

Recap the Recent Works of Thomas Kail
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2023

Thomas Kail is returning to Broadway to direct the new revival of Sweeney Todd, which is now in previews and officially opens on March 26. Here are just a few of his projects from the past decade, that you may or may not have known about!

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