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Arena Stage to Honor Baayork Lee

by Julie Musbach — October 10, 2019

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater will present the American Artist Award to Tony Award-winning actress, choreographer, director and author Baayork Lee.

Palo Alto Players Presents A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL

by Julie Musbach — October 9, 2019

Palo Alto Players continues its 2019-20 season with A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL, the 2013 Tony-nominated musical based on the 1983 beloved film that follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams.

BWW Interview: Adam Pascal of THE MUSIC MAN at 5-Star Theatricals

by Cary Ginell — October 11, 2019

In Part 2 of our interview with Adam Pascal, Adam talks about two traumatic Broadway experiences: going on with 'Rent' right after the sudden death of Jonathan Larson and having to do 'Aida' two days after the 9/11 tragedies.

Joe Mantello to Receive the Mr. Abbott Award

by Julie Musbach — October 8, 2019

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), today announced that acclaimed Director Joe Mantello will be honored with the a?oeMr.

BWW Feature: BALLROOM at CV Rep Theater

by Kay Kudukis — October 5, 2019

Signature Theatre Announces Casting And Creative Team For A CHORUS LINE

by Alan Henry — October 1, 2019

Signature Theatre announced today the full cast and creative team for A Chorus Line with music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Edward Kleban and book by James Kirkwood Jr.

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of A CHORUS LINE at TUTS?

by Stephi Wild — September 25, 2019

Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) presents the first show in its 2019/20 Season, A Chorus Line.

Darlinghurst Theatre Company Presents Reimagined A CHORUS LINE

by Stephi Wild — September 23, 2019

a?oeBlood, sweat and tears don't date,a?? says director and choreographer Amy Campbell, who will be bringing to life a thrilling reimagining of one of the most iconic dance spectacles of our time a?" A CHORUS LINE.

BWW Review: A CHORUS LINE Kicks Off Roxy Regional Theatre's 37th Season In Style

by Jeffrey Ellis — September 19, 2019

Now onstage at Clarksville's Roxy Regional Theatre, in a production that is respectful of the material and with emotions reverberating through a heart so true that one is likely to be caught up in a very particular moment in theatrical time, A Chorus Line resonates as deeply in 2019 as it did in 197

CVRep To Premier Re-imagined Revival Of BALLROOM

by Julie Musbach — September 17, 2019

The Coachella Valley Repertory (CVRep) has announced it will debut a new, re-imagined version of the 1978 Broadway musical BALLROOM with book by Jerome Kass, music by Billy Goldenberg, and lyrics by Alan and Marilyn Bergman.

BWW Interview: Actress Sarah Bowden Talks A CHORUS LINE at Theatre Under The Stars

by Natalie de la Garza — September 14, 2019

Sarah Bowden swings by Houston to play the coveted role of 'Cassie' in the Theatre Under the Stars season-opening production of A CHORUS LINE.

BWW Review: A CHORUS LINE Razzle Dazzles At TUTS!

by Brett Cullum — September 13, 2019

Director Julie Kramer and choreographer Jessica Hartman have stayed true to the 1975 vision, but also managed to make it more energetic and faster paced.

A CHORUS LINE To Kick Off Season 37 At The Roxy Regional Theatre

by Stephi Wild — August 28, 2019

Clarksville's oldest professional theatre is high-stepping into Season 37 of live entertainment on the corner of Franklin and First in Historic Downtown Clarksville with a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway chorus audition.

Firestone Theatre Announces New Theatre Season

by Julie Musbach — August 13, 2019

Firestone Theatre's new season of plays and musicals sets the bar pretty high with a variety of student opportunities and outstanding guest directors.

Broadway Press Agent Bob Ullman Passes Away at 97

by Nicole Rosky — August 8, 2019

Robert ('Bob') Ullman (left), the legendary theatre press agent, whose career included Ethel Merman and Mary Martin: Together on Broadway, A Chorus Line (from workshop to Public Theater to Broadway), Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne in The Visit, Lauren Bacall in Cactus Flower, The Dining Room, Driving

VIDEO: Get A First Look At 42ND STREET At The Ordway Center For The Performing Arts

by Alan Henry — August 1, 2019

The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is thrilled to present the Ordway Original production of '42nd Street' which began performances on July 23 and continues for 24 performances through Aug.

Summer Flashback: A CHORUS LINE Opens on Broadway!

by Linnae Medeiros — July 26, 2019

A five, six, seven, eight! The legendary original production of A Chorus Line celebrates the 44th anniversary of its opening night this week.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Comes To The Gateway

by A.A. Cristi — July 19, 2019

The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will charm audiences at The Gateway with its Tony, Grammy and Academy Award winning Best Score, including 'My Favorite Things,' 'Do-Re-Mi,' 'Climb Ev'ry Mountain,' 'Edelweiss' and the title song, 'The Sound of Music.

Global Roundup 7/19 - Jenn Colella PETER PAN, PRINCE OF EGYPT, SIX & More!

by BWW Special — July 19, 2019

BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more.

BWW REVIEW: The Inaugural SYDNEY CABARET FESTIVAL Opens In Style With An ALL STAR GALA

by Jade Kops — July 7, 2019

Sydney Cabaret Festival Artistic Director Trevor Ashley opened the inaugural SYDNEY CABARET FESTIVAL with a delightful amuse-bouche of performances at the ALL STAR GALA.