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BWW Review: The Classic SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at The Engeman
by Melissa Giordano - May 23, 2018


Singin' In The Rain, the classic Tony nominated musical based on the wildly famous MGM film, is certainly a must see among theatre attendees. With a Screenplay by Betty Comden & Adolph Greene and Music by Naico Herb Brown & Arthur Freedes, the incarnation at Northport's John W. Engeman Theatre will surely have you leaving the theatre with a smile. Running through July 1st, closing out their dazzling 11th season, the delightful incarnation is strongly directed by Engeman vet Drew Humphrey.

Photo Flash: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Dances Into The John W. Engeman Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2018


The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. Performances begin on Thursday, May 17 at 8:00pm and run through Sunday, July 1, 2018.

Photo Coverage: The Cast of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Celebrates Opening Night
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 20, 2018


Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's golden age. It's 1927 and Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are the toast of Tinseltown - until 'talkies' come on the scene. Of course, you remember Gene Kelly splashing his way through the famous MGM film - the greatest movie musical ever made. BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the opening night after party. Check out photos below!

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of John W. Engeman Theater Northport's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 20, 2018


Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's golden age. It's 1927 and Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are the toast of Tinseltown - until 'talkies' come on the scene. Of course, you remember Gene Kelly splashing his way through the famous MGM film - the greatest movie musical ever made. But have you seen it live?

Rex Smith, Alison Arngrim, Paul Kreppel and More Head to Sharon Playhouse for Summer Season
by Julie Musbach - May 9, 2018


Sharon Playhousein Sharon, CT under the new management team of Artistic Director Alan M-L Wager and Managing Director Robert Levinstein, announced today the complete casting and creative teams for its 2018 mainstage summer season.

SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Comes to The John W. Engeman Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2018


The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. Performances begin on Thursday, May 17 at 8:00pm and run through Sunday, July 1, 2018.

Riverside Theatre Adds Performance Of GYPSY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2018


Riverside Theatre's production of Gypsy, adds an additional performance. Gypsy runs March 6-25, 2018 on the Stark Stage and is sponsored by Bobbie Olsen with additional support from Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers' Group

Jacquelyn Piro Donovan and Bob Walton Will Lead GYPSY at Riverside Theatre
by Alan Henry - Feb 1, 2018


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, presents one of Broadway's greatest musicals, Gypsy. Presenting sponsor for Gypsy is Bobbie Olson with additional support from Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers' Group. Gypsy plays the Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre from March 6 - 25, 2018.

Photo Coverage: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Riverside Theatre
by Leah Windahl - Jan 19, 2018


Riverside Theatre presents Rupert Holmes' 1985 musical THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, which opened January 16th and runs through February 4th!

VIDEO: Meet the Cast of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Riverside Theatre
by Alan Henry - Jan 9, 2018


Meet the cast of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, running January 16th through February 4th at Riverside Theatre!

Casting Announced for Florida Riverside Theatre's Immersive THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2017


Florida's Riverside Theatre has announced casting for its upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Mystery of Edwin Drood

Riverside Theatre Presents THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Julie Musbach - Dec 20, 2017


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present the hilarious and interactive musical, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, performing on the Waxlax Stage from January 16 February 4, 2018. The Mystery of Edwin Drood is sponsored by Dick & Rosemary Haverland, Dick & Stephanie Solar, Gail Williams and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group.

Review Roundup: ANNIE at the John W. Engeman Theatre - What Did The Critics Think?
by BWW Intern - Nov 17, 2017


ANNIE runs at the John W. Engeman Theatre December 31, and the critics are weighing in!

Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 11/17 - MARGARITAVILLE, LES MIS, WAITRESS and More!
by BWW Special - Nov 17, 2017


BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature BIG FISH, SISTER ACT, HAND TO GOD and more!

BWW Review: ANNIE at The Engeman
by Melissa Giordano - Nov 15, 2017


The holiday offering from the exquisite John W. Engeman Theatre of Northport, Long Island, is an excellent production of the classic Tony winning musical Annie. Marking the half-way point of the Engeman's dazzling 11th season, this production is superbly directed by Antoinette DiPietropolo who also serves as Choreographer. Now I know you're probably thinking: Another production of Annie? Well, when you have a cast as remarkable as this, it definitely warrants another visit.

Photo Flash: It's a Hard Knock Life! First Look at Presley Ryan and More in ANNIE at the Engeman
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2017


The John W. Engeman Theater presents ANNIE, running now through Sunday, December 31, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Presley Ryan, Lynn Andrews and George Dvorsky to Lead ANNIE at the Engeman Theater
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2017


The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for ANNIE.

Presley Ryan, Lynn Andrews and George Dvorsky to Lead ANNIE at the Engeman Theater
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2017


The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for ANNIE.

Riverside Theatre presents HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2017


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, starts its 44th season with the celebrated musical featuring the music of American Icon, Hank Williams, in Hank Williams: Lost Highway. Presenting sponsors for Hank Williams: Lost Highway are Ted & Dawn Michael with additional support from Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers' Group. Hank Williams: Lost Highway plays the Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre from October 24 through November 12, 2017.

Review Roundup: GYPSY at The Engeman Theatre
by Alan Henry - Sep 26, 2017


GYPSY will play through October 29 at the Engeman Theatre, and the critics are weighing in!

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