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SCERA Center for the Arts to Present Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2021

SCERA Center for the Arts is mounting Disney’s “Freaky Friday: The Musical” which will begin – of course – on a Friday. Playing February 5-20, the hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt show highlights a musical score by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, a duo that shares a Pulitzer Prize for their musical talents.

SCERA's Theatre For Young Audiences Invites Audiences to Willy Wonka's Imaginative Journey
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2016

SCERA is inviting its audiences to take a charming candy-filled journey to see Willy Wonka and his amazing chocolate factory when SCERA favorite Shawn Mortensen takes the reins-most likely made of licorice-and stars in the one hour Theatre for Young Audiences version of Roald Dahl's "Willy Wonka" beginning Oct. 17 and running through November 4, with shows on Monday and Fridays evenings at 7:00pm.

BWW Interviews: Andrew Abrams on Bringing GYPSY to Madison
by Angie Stanton - Jun 10, 2016

Capital City Theatre (CCT) is presenting GYPSY this week at the Overture Center featuring a stellar cast from Broadway, Chicago and Madison. In its sophomore year, CCT has proven its chops with last year's stunning production of VIOLET. I had the opportunity to sit down with Artistic Director and one of the founding members, Andrew Abrams to talk GYPSY, CCT, & more.

2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards - Last Week to Vote!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 24, 2015

Happy Holidays! It's the last week to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!

2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards Update - Kevin McAllister Big Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 18, 2015

Time is running out to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!

2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards Update - Kevin McAllister in Big Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 11, 2015

Voting is fully underway for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 11. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.

2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards Update - Kevin McAllister, Terry Christopher Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 4, 2015

Voting has opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 27th. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.

2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards Update 11/27 - Kevin McAllister, Jim DeVita Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Nov 27, 2015

Voting has opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Madison Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 27th. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.

MTM to Host First Festival of New Musicals
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 1, 2015

M?TM, a small professional theatre company entering its tenth anniversary season, will close out 2015 with a series of free readings of musicals at locations intended to set the tone for each piece. The readings are not formally ticketed, but it is recommended that patrons make a reservation online at w?ww.mtmadison.com/festival-of-new-musicals.html.?No credit card is needed. Walk-ups will still be welcome without reservations.

BWW Reviews: Guido and the Ladies Who Torment Him - NINE
by Amanda Finn - Jul 25, 2015

Luisa's husband makes movies. That is the simplest way to describe NINE (the musical based on the 1963 film 8 ½ by Federico Fellini) which follows the story of Guido Contini an Italian director who tries desperately to overcome his recent failings as a filmmaker. Overwhelmed by his desire to have it all, Guido finds himself tormented as well as inspired by the women in his life. Raised in the staunch Catholic way, Guido is well acquainted in the concept of morality, but can't seem to keep himself from straying from the women who love him.

Music Theatre of Madison to Stage NINE in July
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 24, 2015

Music Theatre of Madison (MTM) will present the Tony Award winning musical Nine on July 23 (Preview), 24, 25, 30 (Pay What You Can performance), 31 and August 1. Performances will be held at The Brink Lounge, 701 E. Washington Ave at 7:30pm each evening. Tickets are $20 and available online at www.mtmadison.com or by phone via Brown Paper Tickets at 1­800­838­3006.

BAFTA Names New Intake For UK-Wide Skills Development Program
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2014

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has today announced the names of over 200 individuals, selected by an industry jury, to take part in the BAFTA Crew initiative

BroadwayWorld Madison Awards Update 11/22 - Space Voyage Takes a Huge Lead!
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 22, 2013

Voting is now underway for Madison! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.

STAGE TUBE: Featured Interviews and Behind the Scenes of CATS at the Gateway in Bellport
by Stage Tube - Dec 18, 2012

The Gateway in Bellport puts on its production of the Broadway Classic, Cats. Check out the video below of By Video Journalist Waldo Cabrera.

SCERA's Acting Up Presents BYE BYE BIRDIE 3/23-4/7
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2012

"Bye, Bye Birdie," the energetic satire inspired by the Elvis Presley phenomenon that rocked American culture in the '50s, will play the SCERA Center of the Arts March 23-April 7 on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30pm.

SCERA's Acting Up Presents BYE BYE BIRDIE 3/23-4/7
by Harmony Wheeler - Mar 13, 2012

"Bye, Bye Birdie," the energetic satire inspired by the Elvis Presley phenomenon that rocked American culture in the '50s, will play the SCERA Center of the Arts March 23-April 7 on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30pm.

Shout! The Mod Musical Plays Meadow Brook Theatre 4/20-5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011

The 60s was a great time for music…especially if you were a girl in England. The five-woman cast of "Shout! The Mod Musical" takes audiences back in time and across the ocean with favorite songs like, "Downtown," "To Sir With Love," and "Goldfinger" that will have you wanting to sing and dance along.

Shout! The Mod Musical Plays Meadow Brook Theatre, Closes 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011

The 60s was a great time for music…especially if you were a girl in England. The five-woman cast of "Shout! The Mod Musical" takes audiences back in time and across the ocean with favorite songs like, "Downtown," "To Sir With Love," and "Goldfinger" that will have you wanting to sing and dance along.

Shout! The Mod Musical Plays Meadow Brook Theatre 4/20-5/15
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2011

The 60s was a great time for music…especially if you were a girl in England. The five-woman cast of "Shout! The Mod Musical" takes audiences back in time and across the ocean with favorite songs like, "Downtown," "To Sir With Love," and "Goldfinger" that will have you wanting to sing and dance along.

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