Jesse Warkentin News

Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Music Theatre Of Wichita

by Paula Makar — August 4, 2024

On July 31, 2024, I had the privilege of seeing an incredibly scintillating production of MatildaThe Musical, presented by Music Theatre Wichita in the Century II Concert Hall.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Wichita Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

by BWW Awards — December 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Wichita Awards; DREAMGIRLS, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Roxy's Downtown & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards December 5th Standings; RIDE THE CYCLONE Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — December 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards; THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Leads Best Play!

by BWW Awards — November 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens at City Springs Theatre Company in December

by Stephi Wild — November 24, 2023

This December, City Springs Theatre Company (CSTC) brings the nostalgic, Broadway spectacular Irving Berlin's White Christmas to Atlanta-area audiences, with additional performances already in place to meet the demand for this holiday classic.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards; DREAMGIRLS Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — November 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards; Roxy's Downtown Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

by BWW Awards — November 13, 2023

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

The North Carolina Theatre Announces Cast of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL

by A.A. Cristi — September 19, 2023

NCT announces cast for BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical in Raleigh, NC.

JERSEY BOYS Comes to Casa Mañana

by Stephi Wild — August 22, 2023

Casa Mañana opens its 2023-24 Broadway Season with Jersey Boys, the long-running Broadway musical that tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Comes to Casa Mañana in March

by Stephi Wild — February 28, 2023

Casa Mañana presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, sponsored by Frank Kent Cadillac.

Sarah Bockel Will Lead Regional Premiere of BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical; Full Cast Announced

by Stephi Wild — August 31, 2022

Ogunquit Playhouse has announced casting for the Regional Premiere of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (September 15–October 30, 2022).

BWW Review: GREASE at Music Theatre Wichita At The Capitol Federal Amphitheater In Andover, KS

by Paula Makar — September 22, 2021

Oh, those summer nights! What a treat to sit under the stars on a cool evening and watch Grease! I felt like I was at a drive-in.

BWW Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Roxy's Downtown

by Paula Makar — August 12, 2021

If you want to have some serious fun this weekend, make sure you book your seats for this colorful, creative, and clever production of Little Shop of Horrors at Roxy's Downtown.

BWW Feature: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Roxy's Downtown

by Paula Makar — August 7, 2021

Little Shop of Horrors is now onstage at Roxy’s Downtown! Directed and Choreographed by Tom Frye, with Musical Direction by Jesse Warkentin, this classic piece by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman reminds us that in your quest to better yourself and your situation, beware the dangers all around you.