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BWW Review: KINKY BOOTS at The John W. Engeman Theater
by Shelley Dean - May 24, 2022


Don't miss out on this dazzling performance of KINKY BOOTS running now through July 3rd. This is one show you won't want to miss.

Photos: The Cast of KINKY BOOTS at The John W. Engeman Theater Celebrates Opening Night
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 22, 2022


The John W. Engeman Theater celebrated opening night of their production of KINKY BOOTS on Thursday, May 19, 2022. The show runs now through Sunday, July 3, 2022. KINKY BOOTS is the freshest, most fabulous, feel-good musical and the winner of every major award, including the Tony Award for Best Musical! With songs by Grammy and Tony winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper and book by Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein, this 'dazzling, sassy, and uplifting musical takes you from the floor of a men's shoe factory to the glamorous catwalks of Milan! This joyous story, inspired by true-life events, is the ultimate fun night out. Come experience the energy, joy, and laughter of this dazzling show!

Photos: The Cast of KINKY BOOTS Takes Curtain Call Bows
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 23, 2022


The John W. Engeman Theater celebrated opening night of their production of KINKY BOOTS on Thursday, May 19, 2022.

KINKY BOOTS Comes to The John W. Engeman Theater
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2022


KINKY BOOTS is the freshest, most fabulous, feel-good musical and the winner of every major award, including the Tony Award for Best Musical! With songs by Grammy and Tony winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper and book by Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein, this 'dazzling, sassy, and uplifting musical takes you from the floor of a men's shoe factory to the glamorous catwalks of Milan! This joyous story, inspired by true-life events, is the ultimate fun night out. Come experience the energy, joy, and laughter of this dazzling show!

BWW Review: ROCK OF AGES at John W. Engeman Theatre
by Melissa Giordano - Feb 18, 2022


The John W. Engeman Theatre certainly has another hit with their current offering of Rock Of Ages. Running through March 13th at the exquisite Northport venue, this Tony nominee celebrates all things 80’s with some of music’s greatest songs making up the score. Created by Chris D’Arienzo, there are several story lines woven throughout this raucous musical directed by Igor Goldin.

VIDEO: First Look at ROCK OF AGES at The John W. Engeman Theater
by Alan Henry - Feb 15, 2022


The John W. Engeman Theater presents ROCK OF AGES. Performances began on Thursday, January 27, 2022, and run through Sunday, March 13, 2022. 

Photos: Inside Opening Night of ROCK OF AGES at the John W. Engeman Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2022


The five-time Tony Award®-nominated Broadway musical smash ROCK OF AGES tells the story of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock 'n' roll romance on the Sunset Strip. But when the bar where rock reigns supreme is set to be demolished, it's up to these wannabe rockers and their band of friends to save the day - and the music. 

Photos: First Look at ROCK OF AGES at The John W. Engeman Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2022


The John W. Engeman Theater presents ROCK OF AGES. Performances began on Thursday, January 27, 2022, and run through Sunday, March 13, 2022. 

The John W. Engeman Theater Presents ROCK OF AGES
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2022


The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for ROCK OF AGES. Performances begin on Thursday, January 27, 2022, and run through Sunday, March 13, 2022. Please note this is a change from the originally scheduled opening date of January 13, 2022. 

ROCK OF AGES Comes to The John W. Engeman Theater This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2022


The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for ROCK OF AGES. Performances begin on Thursday, January 27, 2022, and run through Sunday, March 13, 2022. Please note this is a change from the originally scheduled opening date of January 13, 2022. 

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Barrington's A CROSSING Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021


This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Barrington Stage's A CROSSING Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021


Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Riverside Theatre Presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's CAROUSEL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2021


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, presents a Rodgers & Hammerstein classic and one of Broadway's great musicals, Carousel. Sponsored by Bill & Laura Frick and Bobbie Olsen and is presented by Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Carousel performs on the Stark Stage from January 4-23, 2022.   and Sundays at 2pm.

BWW Review: MAN OF LAMANCHA at Mac-Haydn Theatre Makes a Delightful Return
by Marc Savitt - Aug 31, 2021


A moving tale about a man's refusal to give up his impossible dream, inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' masterpiece Don Quixote. Powerful, brutal, hilarious, and heartbreaking, MAN OF LA MANCHA celebrates the perseverance of someone who refuses to relinquish his ideals or his passion. The celebrated score includes 'The Impossible Dream,' 'I, Don Quixote,' and 'Dulcinea.'

MAN OF LA MANCHA to Make its Return to the Mac-Haydn Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2021


The Mac-Haydn Theatre's own 'Impossible Dream' continues with the long-awaited return of Man of La Mancha, presented August 26 through September 5. A moving tale about a man's refusal to give up his impossible dream, inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' masterpiece Don Quixote.

Sundog Theatre to Present Live Performances of THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2021


Live theatre is coming back to Staten Island. After a year of remote virtual performances, Sundog will offer outdoor performances of the comedy “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)” beginning June 19.

BWW Feature: Support Your Local Artist The Mom And Pop Way
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 12, 2020


These are tough times. There is no telling when they will get better. Many are choosing to do their shopping, holiday or other, buy patronizing the craftspeople who find themselves out of work at their usual career: show business. Take a look at what these talented folks have to offer, aside from their performance skills.

Riverside Theatre presents LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Rebecca Russo - Jan 30, 2020


Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, presents a Jerry Herman classic and one of Broadway's great musicals, La Cage aux Folles. Sponsored by Ted & Dawn Michael and The O'Haire Group a?" Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and presented by Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, La Cage aux Folles performs on the Stark Stage from March 10-29, 2020. 

BWW Review: DISNEY THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Argyle Theatre
by Anthony Hazzard & Scott Stolzenberg - Jan 28, 2020


Babylon's shores are brimming and bubbling with beautiful brine now that Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' and half the ocean washed up on the stage of the Argyle Theatre. Ariel, Ursula, King Triton, and a mix of maritime mavens present the classic underwater adventure based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen and the Disney film.

VIDEO: First Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID at the Argyle Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2020


Long Island's newest year-round professional theatrical venue, The Argyle Theatre, presents the hit Broadway musical Disney's The Little Mermaid with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and book by Doug Wright.

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