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BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature FOLLIES, GYPSY, GHOST, and More!

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is seeking potential travelers to embark on the exhilarating journey of its nearly 50 years of innovative theatre with its fall gala TheatreWorks Around the World. Established in Palo Alto in 1970, TheatreWorks has grown over the past 47 years into one of the largest theatre companies in the Bay Area, and one of the nation's leading presenters of new works. In celebration of TheatreWorks' mark on the map, this thrilling expedition will include delectable food, wine, an original show, and an exceptional benefit auction to support TheatreWorks' ongoing mission of theatre excellence. TheatreWorks Around the World will take place Saturday, November 4 at the Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club, 2900 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park.  Proceeds from the one-night-only experience will benefit TheatreWorks' continued mission to bring the arts to Bay Area audiences. For tickets ($385 for individuals, $4,300 to $15,000 for tables and sponsorship) or more information visit https://www.theatreworks.org/special-events/tw-around-the-world/ or call 650-463-7112.

An evening of lively conversation and powerful presentations by three celebrated artists of our time will take place today, September 6 at 6:30PM at SVA Theatre (333 West 23rd Street).

Actress and Emmy award-winning commentator Nancy Giles (CBS News Sunday Morning) curates / hosts 'The Mosquito' her free, fast and furious monthly variety show with stand-ups, sit-downs,  storytelling and music at the Dixon Place Lounge on Manhattan's Lower East Side on Monday, September 18th at 7:30pm.

Work Light Productions has announced the complete cast for the National Tour of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL.

Binyumen ("Ben") Schaechter and Dan Kael's IT HELPS TO SING ABOUT IT returns to the Metropolitan Room this month.

Single tickets are on sale for Opera Santa Barbara's 2017-18 season, which will open with a sumptuous production of Jules Massenet's sultry Manon starring celebrated soprano Sarah Coburn on November 3 and 5, followed by a frolicsome staging of Gioachino Rossini's enduring comic masterwork The Barber of Seville on March 2 and 4. Ranging in price from $29 to $204, tickets can be purchased at www.granadasb.org or by calling 805-899-2222. Performances will take place at the Granada Theatre, 1214 State Street in downtown Santa Barbara.

An evening of lively conversation and powerful presentations by three celebrated artists of our time will take place on Wednesday, September 6 at 6:30PM at SVA Theatre (333 West 23rd Street).

To live like a legend... sometimes you have to fight like a bitch. The country is at war, and the Senate cannot keep the peace within its own walls--- let alone on the battlefield. Enter Coriolanus: the country's most famous badass warrior. She returns home to face the greatest battle yet: to win the love of the people & run for office--- or face the dangerous consequences of defying society's expectations. CORIOLANUS, the rarely produced play by William Shakespeare about politics, power, and pride, is packed with daring physical combat and deliciously vicious language.

BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature Chicago, Kill Local, 42nd Street, and More!

Broadway stars Rachel York and Rich Allegretto turn up the heat at Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston, starring in 42nd Street from August 3-13, 2017! 42nd Street closes out the company's 49th summer season at the Robinson Theatre (617 Lexington St. Waltham, MA, 02452). Tickets can be purchased at www.reaglemusictheatre.comby calling 781-891-5600, or at the theatre box office.

Have you ever seen a tandem telling or live, three-way story creation? When storytellers get together, incredible and unpredictable things happen. You can even be a part of the show with a live telling of your own short story! We laugh, cry and reveal new things about ourselves and each other when we share our stories, so be a part of Sandwich: A Storytelling Show at Unexpected Productions' Market Theater in Seattle. Co-produced with DKLG Productions.

Kaufman Music Center will host a diverse 2017-18 season at Merkin Concert Hall, highlighting Broadway musicals with celebrations of the fruitful partnership between STEPHEN SONDHEIM and HAROLD PRINCE, the musicals of LEONARD BERNSTEIN and JERRY HERMAN, and performances by Tony winner KAREN ZIEMBA and KATE BALDWIN.

Songfinch, a personalized gifting company specializing in music, partners with Susan G. Komen to produce an original soundtrack of eight songs to uplift people living with breast cancer and supporters everywhere.

The cast and crew can hardly contain their excitement as the world of Jane Austen is coming to life this Thursday at Lee Street theatre! 

A Classic Theatre announces the return of A Tea with Zora and Marjorie by Tallahassee playwright Dr. Barbara Speisman for a limited run on July 15 & 16.

Subscription sales have begun for Opera Santa Barbara's 2017-18 season, which will open with a sumptuous production of Jules Massenet's sultry Manon on November 3 and 5, followed by a sprightly staging of Gioachino Rossini's enduring comic masterwork The Barber of Seville on March 2 and 4.

Travel back to a time of dazzling balls and dashing romance with the Center for Faith and the Arts' St. Thomas Players' production of Pride & Prejudice opening July 20 at Lee Street theatre! 

JAMBALAYA, THE MUSICAL is a rollicking, contemporary musical set on the shores of the lush Louisiana Bayou. A high-energy, electrifying tale with pathos, comedy and heart, the music extends from Broadway Rock to Zydeco, Cajun and Hip Hop. A 'coming-of-age' story with fiery music, sizzling dance, magic, mysticism and a cast of colorful characters.

Sparks of a different sort are flying at Lee Street theatre with the premier of Pride & Prejudice on July 20th! What better way to compliment the fireworks than with tickets to see the Center for Faith and the Arts' St. Thomas Players' production of Pride & Prejudice?