Ovation News

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Present ROCKET CITY This Month

by Blair Ingenthron — October 15, 2023

North Coast Repertory Theatre will present a staged reading of Rocket City by Mark Saltzman, directed by David Ellenstein, on October 23, 2023 at 7:30pm.

Director Shirley Jo Finney Passes Away at 74

by Blair Ingenthron — October 14, 2023

The theater community mourns the passing of celebrated director Shirley Jo Finney, who passed away after battling cancer.

Playwrights' Theatre Of East Hampton to Present Concert Staging Of A MILONGA FOR GABRIEL ISSACS

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 13, 2023

Join in for a concert staging of the new comedy with music 'A Milonga for Gabriel Issacs' on October 21 at 7:30 p.

Review: David Dean Bottrell's DEAR MR. BOTTRELL, I CANNOT POSSIBLY ACCEPT THIS A Love Letter To The Art Of Storytelling

by Stephen Mosher — October 13, 2023

With storytelling like this, who needs Mother Goose?

Stephanie J. Block To Receive Sarah Siddons Society Award At The Arts Club Of Chicago

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 12, 2023

The Sarah Siddons Society will present its 2023 Award to Tony Award-winner Stephanie J.

The Acting Company to Present Annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 12, 2023

The Acting Company will present their annual Louanna O.

MOBY DICK, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and More Set For Wilton's Music Hall 2024 Spring Season

by Stephi Wild — October 11, 2023

Wilton’s Music Hall has announced its 2024 spring season, following on from a stellar year of world class theatre and music productions spanning every genre from musicals to opera to cabaret.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Off-Broadway

by Bruce Glikas — October 11, 2023

EXORCISTIC presented by HRS Productions and Orgasmico Theatre, premiered on October 8th and officially opened on October 10.

Judy Gold, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 10, 2023

Don't miss the one-night-only benefit performances of 'The Post-Roe Monologues' on November 6th.

Review Roundup: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Revival Officially Opens; What Did the Critics Think?

by Stephi Wild — October 10, 2023

Read the reviews for the revival of Merrily We Roll Along, which officially opens tonight, following Sunday night's opening celebration!

Photos: Get a First Look at EXORCISTIC at The Box

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 9, 2023

Get a first look at EXORCISTIC at The Box with exclusive photos.

Photos: Go Inside The Los Angeles Philharmonic's Gala CELEBRATING FRANK GEHRY

by Blair Ingenthron — October 7, 2023

This historic event, which marked the 20th anniversary of the iconic venue, featured Gustavo Dudamel and special guests, including the LA Phil’s Creative Chair for Jazz Herbie Hancock, dancer and choreographer Lucinda Childs, GRAMMY Award-winning R&B singer H.

Review: Paula Vogel's Stunning INDECENT at American Stage

by Peter Nason — October 7, 2023

What did our critic think of Paula Vogel's INDECENT at American Stage?

Review: CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND from ACT Theatre And The 5th Avenue Theatre

by Jay Irwin — October 6, 2023

Dear Readers, last night I discovered at “Cambodian Rock Band”, the latest collaboration of ACT and the 5th Avenue Theatre, that I am officially a cranky old man.

SPRING AWAKENING, THURGOOD, & More - Check Out This Week's Top Stage Mags

by Team BWW — October 6, 2023

Each week, we'll be highlighting the top virtual show programs from BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag! This week includes productions from Ovation Musical Theatre, Celebration Arts, and Fredonia Performing Arts Company.

Keen Company Will Honor Kathleen Chalfant at Annual Gala This Month

by Stephi Wild — October 6, 2023

Keen Company kicks off its 2023–2024 season by honoring legendary actress and passionate advocate Kathleen Chalfant at Keen's 24th Annual Benefit Gala.

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