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Broadway's Future Songbook Series to Highlight Work by Lauren Taslitz and Danny Ursetti
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 6, 2022

The Broadway's Future Songbook Series - produced and hosted by John Znidarsic -  continues its 2022 season on Monday, April 25th at 6PM. The free evening will spotlight the songs of the acclaimed writing team of Lauren Taslitz and Danny Ursetti - highlighting their new musical, Mimosa. This special concert will be held in the Bruno Walter Auditorium at the  New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center - 111 Amsterdam  Avenue. 

VIDEO: Lauren Taslitz and Danny Ursetti Premiere 'Built For Joy' Music Video Featuring Keri René Fuller and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2020

To mark the occasion of their now postponed Lincoln Center concert as part of the Broadway's Future Songbook Series, musical theater writers Lauren Taslitz and Danny Ursetti have released a music video for their song 'Built for Joy.'

The Green Room 42 Presents #LOVESTORY A New Musical
by Julie Musbach - Jan 29, 2019

The Green Room 42 presents #LoveStory A New Musical as part of their New Works Series on Thursday, February 7th at 9:30pm. In an unforgettable reimagining of the 2015 Fringe Festival Favorite, extended by popular demand, join us on a journey of finding #love in the Twenty First Century!

Photo Flash: Westchester Broadway Theatre Presents SISTER ACT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2018

SISTER ACT, based on the Touchstone Motion Picture, tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva, whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she won't be found - a Convent! Disguised as a nun and under the suspicious watch of the Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, sisterhood and music.

Photo Flash: Westchester Broadway Theatre Presents SISTER ACT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2018

SISTER ACT, based on the Touchstone Motion Picture, tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva, whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she won't be found - a Convent! Disguised as a nun and under the suspicious watch of the Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, sisterhood and music.

Westchester Broadway Theatre Presents SISTER ACT
by Julie Musbach - Mar 27, 2018

SISTER ACT, based on the Touchstone Motion Picture, tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva, whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she won't be found - a Convent! Disguised as a nun and under the suspicious watch of the Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, sisterhood and music.

Photo Flash: First Look at New York Regional Premiere of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Opening Tonight
by Julie Musbach - Dec 22, 2017

The White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) is proud to the present the first New York professional production of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME onstage from December 22 January 14.

New York Regional Premiere Of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Cast Announced
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2017

The White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) presents the first New York professional production of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME onstage from December 22 January 14.

Venture INTO THE WOODS With Village Theatre
by Rebecca Russo - Aug 28, 2017

Kicking off Village Theatre's 2017-2018 Season is the Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning musical, Into the Woods. "Happily ever after" will be just the beginning in this musical collision of the original Grimm fairytales. When Cinderella, Jack, Rapunzel, Little Red, and more venture into the woods after their heart's desire, they get a lot more than they bargained for. As princes seduce and giants roam the land, stories get intertwined and the plot thickens. With a jaw-dropping design team and a stellar cast of Village Theatre favorites, Into the Woods is sure to take you "into the woods, to get the thing, that makes it worth the journeying."

Tara Llewellyn's SEAMS & SONGS to Return to New York City This Month
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2017

A revamping of the one woman show starring Tara Llewellyn entitled Seams & Songs: The Chronicles of a Wardrobe-Supervising Actress will show at 53 Above @ Broadway Comedy Club today, June 28th at 7pm.

Tara Llewellyn's SEAMS & SONGS to Return to New York City This Month
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2017

A revamping of the one woman show starring Tara Llewellyn entitled Seams & Songs: The Chronicles of a Wardrobe-Supervising Actress will show at 53 Above @ Broadway Comedy Club on Wednesday, June 28th at 7pm.

ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION Finds Full Company at 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 4, 2017

Joining Broadway star Cortney Wolfson and Disney star Stephanie Renee Wall onstage this summer in the world premiere production of Romy and Michele's High School Reunion at The 5th Avenue Theatre is a sensational cast that's the coolest thing since the invention of Post-its!

Seattle Opera Premieres Bilingual Children's Opera
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2017

Bring the whole family to see Cinderella en España-a universal rags-to-riches tale that explores the beauty of kindness and the ugliness of mistreating others. Seattle Opera will offer its new Spanish/English performance at both its annual Frost Fest on Feb. 4 at Cornish Playhouse, and onMarch 19 at Kirkland Performance Center; ultimately, the production will tour more than 40 elementary schools statewide.

Seattle Opera Premieres Bilingual Children's Opera
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2017

Bring the whole family to see Cinderella en España-a universal rags-to-riches tale that explores the beauty of kindness and the ugliness of mistreating others. Seattle Opera will offer its new Spanish/English performance at both its annual Frost Fest on Feb. 4 at Cornish Playhouse, and onMarch 19 at Kirkland Performance Center; ultimately, the production will tour more than 40 elementary schools statewide.

NCTC Stages Aaron Posner's MY NAME IS ASHER LEV, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2016

New Century Theatre Company (NCTC) opens its 2016 season at 12th Avenue Arts with NY NAME IS ASHER LEV today, April 20. The production runs through May 21, Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays-Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 4pm.

NCTC to Present Aaron Posner's MY NAME IS ASHER LEV
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2016

New Century Theatre Company (NCTC) will open its 2016 season at 12th Avenue Arts with NY NAME IS ASHER LEV, running April 20-May 21.

BWW 2015 Seattle Critic's Choice Awards (Jay's Picks)
by Jay Irwin - Jan 4, 2016

Dear Readers, I hope you've all fared well over the holidays and had a good time with your families. It's been a tumultuous year with lots of great theater for us to take in. And so I'm pleased to share with you some of the best things I saw this past year and the ones that I felt worthy of getting my Critic's Choice Awards for 2015. So settle in and allow me to expound on all the amazing I saw over the year. The envelope please.

Photo Flash: First Look at TARZAN at White Plains Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Dec 17, 2015

TARZAN, THE STAGE MUSICAL will play the White Plains Performing Arts Center tomorrow, December 18, through January 10, and is directed by Jeremy Quinn with music direction by Stephen Ferri and choreography by Lexie Fennell Frare. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

TARZAN Opens Tonight at WPPAC
by BWW News Desk - Dec 18, 2015

The White Plains Performing Arts Center's upcoming production of Tarzan, The Stage Musical plays the New York venue tonight, December 18, through January 10.

BWW Interview: Stephen Ferri of TARZAN at White Plains Performing Arts Center
by Kathryn Kitt - Dec 17, 2015

In this day and age of constant human brutality and tragedy, the story of TARZAN reminds us of what's really important, especially at the holidays, the unconditional love of true family, whether biological or chosen. And although we all 'look' different, under the skin we are just the same. Disney's TARZAN is victorious in bringing to the stage a well-known story with unforgettable melodies and heart-pumping music perfect for the entire family! - Jeremy Quinn, Director

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