Shed is a new dance-theatre piece from the acclaimed, Yorkshire based multi-disciplinary company Northern Rascals. It uses digital art, spoken word and contemporary dance performance to raise awareness of the mental health issues young people face.
World premiere musical A WONDERFUL WORLD has a wonderful lead in James Monrie Iglehart as Louis Armstrong. Iglehart embodies the acclaimed vocalist and trumpeter completely; he nails Armstrong’s signature raspy voice and vocals and larger-than-life presence, but he’s also a master at embodying the role’s emotions. He’s a joy to watch in every moment he’s onstage, even as Aurin Squire’s book charts both Armstrong’s successes and his more human mistakes. In terms of framework, A WONDERFUL WORLD surprisingly reminded me of Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’s SIX. The musical starts and ends with Armstrong’s four wives: Daisy Parker (Khalifa White), Lil Hardin (Jennie Harney Fleming), Alpha Smith (Brennyn Lark), and Lucille Wilson (Ta’rea Campbell). Each of the musical’s four parts is centered around one of Armstrong’s wives. While the musical piqued my interest in Armstrong’s biography as a whole, I think this framework meant the timeline on his route to fame was incredibly condensed. And the musical certainly conveys that Armstrong was quite the philanderer; Squire’s book and Christopher Renshaw’s direction and conception don’t shy away at all from the fact that Armstrong cheated on each of his past wives with the next one.
As with many of Miller’s plays, the success of The Crucible depends on the strength of the cast. The cast at Carlisle Theatre does not disappoint—they deliver an intense performance that really dives into the tumultuous emotions of the characters. This hard-hitting, beautifully designed, and well-acted production is one you won’t want to miss.
Watch the all-new MIGRATION trailer featuring 'Out of the Woods (Taylor’s Version)' here!
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Get all of the detail here!
The American Cinematheque announced the lineup of official selections and events for the debut of PROOF: Proof of Concept Film Festival, taking place October 20-22. The innovative new film festival will present a dozen thematically curated programs featuring 42 official selections, filmmaking labs and panels – all taking place at the Culver Theater.
Fall in love all over again with Pretty Woman The Musical coming to Boston from Feb 27 - Mar 3, 2024. Get your tickets now for this unforgettable experience!
Dance Makers Collective celebrate their ten-year anniversary with BIG DANCE 2.0. An evening of bite sized dance work that delves into many issues of the day.
Previous tour highlights this year include her once-in-a-lifetime “Echoes Through The Canyon” weekend as well as a series of stadium shows with P!NK. Looking ahead, Carlile’s “Girls Just Wanna Weekend” will return to Mexico in January featuring performances by Carlile, Janelle Monae, Sarah McLachlan, Lucius, Allison Russell and many more.
The Wallace Theater presents Jekyll & Hyde the Musical just in time for Halloween! With themed costume nights, ticket tiers, bar services and concessions, it is your only stop for spooky revelry.
Black Theatre United (BTU) announced today a star-studded lineup of honorary co-chairs for its upcoming inaugural Gala on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, which includes Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Cookie Johnson, Al Roker & Deborah Roberts, Blair Underwood, Congresswoman Ayanna Presley, Tommi A. Vincent and Troy Vincent Sr.
Experience the brilliance of Tony Award-winning actor Bill Irwin as he performs 'On Beckett' at Two River Theater from December 7 - 10, 2023. Don't miss this intimate one-man show that brings Samuel Beckett's words to life. Tickets available now.
A Wonderful World, A New Musical about the Life and Loves of Louis Armstrong recently played at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans. See photos from opening night below!
BroadwayWorld sat down with star James Monroe Iglehart while the production played its first pre-Broadway engagement in New Orleans to chat about bringing Louis' story to life, the care that goes into telling stories through musicals, and if he can play a certain instrument.
Breaking the Binary Theatre has revealed the initial cast members for the second annual Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival, featuring seven evenings of work fully created and developed by transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ (TNB2S+) theatre artists.
Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated opening night for the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis. Check out what the critics had to say!
An all new line-up comprising new Australian works, a big Broadway hit and a world premiere book adaptation will form State Theatre Company South Australia’s 2024 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS First National Tour comes to Segerstrom Hall for two weeks, from October 17-29, 2023.
Tickets are now available for the Circus Arts Conservatory's 2023-2024 season, featuring Circus Sarasota 2024, Cirque des Voix®, Windjammers, and more. Don't miss out on these incredible performances!
'SPIES FOR THE POPE' is a picaresque spy story set during the Thirty Years War. Theater for the New City presents this intriguing play by Douglas Lackey, directed by Alexander Harrington. Catch the show from Nov 9-26, 2023, at Theater for the New City.
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