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Steppenwolf Theatre Company to Host Two Visiting Companies as Part of LookOut

Steppenwolf Theatre Company will host two bold visiting companies as part of LookOut, a year-round series that presents the work of artists and companies across genre and form. Steppenwolf's 1700 Theatre will be the home to two productions from impressive Chicago storefront theatres next year: First Floor Theater and Definition Theatre.

BWW Review: GHOST QUARTET Transcends Theatre In This Hauntingly Evocative Production

It's a circular story that's both deeply complex and utterly simple. It's a puzzle that reveals itself, side by side and track by track, slowly and then all at once. There are moments of chaos, dissonance, and fury which battle with the quiet, solemn, tranquil ones. It's laden with feeling and will keep you guessing until the last light goes out; GHOST QUARTET isn't your typical night at the theatrea?"it's a fully sensory experience.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At GHOST QUARTET in Toronto

This fall, Crow's Theatre raises the curtain on their biggest season to date, presenting an unmissable pairing of shows produced in partnership with two of the city's most enterprising independent theatre companies. As the pace of life accelerates and our day-to-day interactions, our lives, even art itself is moved into the ephemeral digital realm, Crow's Theatre's season-opening shows invite audiences to slow down, gather in the dark, and enjoy two distinct productions that celebrate the live experience.

BWW Feature: SEASON OPENING at Summerstage Vienna

The Vereinigte Bühnen Wien got together to celebrate the traditional Season Opening at the summerstage, Oswald Schellmanns In-Location in the heart of the city. Artistic Director Christian Struppeck talked about the upcoming CATS Opening and and was looking forward to set a new record. Cast and Orchestra just finished the 'Sitzprobe'. AD Struppeck is really passionate, when he is talking about this production. Something really special to expect from the Vienna CATS. The hand-picked cast is a mix of well known artists and some fresh faces. A relaxing get together during the stressful rehearsals. It is less than 3 weeks until Opening Night.

Marky Monday Releases New Album ADVENTURES IN SPACE

Marky Monday (Mark William Pezzelato) Children's Entertainer, YouTube host and author has just released his new album “Adventures in Space.”  “Adventures in Space” is a children's rock musical, with songs like Zero Gravity transporting young audiences on a journey exploring the wonders of space and friendship building.  Marky Monday performs original music with positive messages of love, respect, creativity & diversity.   The popular children's Artist is humbled by the comparison to Icons Fred Penner & Mr. Dress Up.  

Trace Releases MAKE ME LAUGH via Ultra Music

LA-based songstress TRACE made quite the splash with her debut single of the year 'All My Friends.' Premiering on Consequence of Sound and later launching an exclusive profile with Harper's BAZAAR, the singer-songwriter is showing no signs of slowing down as she prepares to release her new EP in the fall. There's something about TRACE that makes you want to stop and listen, and it's just that allure that landed her Refinery29's list of artists to watch this year. Today she releases her new single 'Make Me Laugh' via Ultra Music across all streaming services. Under The Radar premiered the track yesterday, admiring TRACE's diverse array of influences, '...steady boom-bap beat with skittering electronics filling the backdrop. Equal parts PBR&B and vintage singersongwriter, the track deftly mixes the elements of electronica and soul.'

Fred Penner Performs In Toronto For All Ages

THE COAL MINE THEATRE is delighted to present something fresh and fun this summer for East Enders young and...not so young! Canadian legend and icon FRED PENNER performs four shows for kids of all ages in the intimacy of the Coal Mine. With his audience just a few feet away, Mr. Penner will play some of his most beloved songs in Toronto's most popular Off-Off Broadview Theatre, July 9 - July 10.

BWW Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN - Georgetown Palace Crew Soars

The fascinating autobiography CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, by Frank Abagnale, Jr., first made into a movie starring Tom Hanks and Leonardo DiCaprio is now a musical adventure. Debuting on Broadway in 2011 to mixed reviews. As a character study the story is engrossing, but as the basis for a musical, it's problematic. While it has some great moments of comedy with a touch of drama and lots of jazzy 60's music, there are certainly better crafted musicals around.

BWW Review: INDECENT Comes to the JCC CenterStage

Indecent, currently playing at JCC's CenterStage Theatre, is one of the company's most ambitious productions to date because of its cultural significance, its significance in Jewish history, and the fact that this is its first time being staged in the Rochester area. And not unimportantly, it's also just a really entertaining piece of theatre.

Stories On Stage Presents I LOVE A MYSTERY

Stories on Stage presents 'I Love a Mystery' today, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.at The Nomad Playhouse, 1410 Quince Ave., Boulder, CO 80304 and again on Sunday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204. Single tickets are $15-$28 and available online at www.storiesonstage.org or by calling 303-494-0523.

Stories On Stage Presents I LOVE A MYSTERY

Stories on Stage presents 'I Love a Mystery' on Saturday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.at The Nomad Playhouse, 1410 Quince Ave., Boulder, CO 80304 and again on Sunday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204. Single tickets are $15-$28 and available online at www.storiesonstage.org or by calling 303-494-0523.

BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL: From Brainiacs to Musical Maniacs

SCHOOL OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL is bursting with kids, all of them bursting with talent. Based on the 2003 movie starring Jack Black, the stage version is the brainchild of Andrew Lloyd Webber, a guy who knows a thing or two about creating successful musicals. Nominated for four 2016 Tony Awards, the show ran for more than three years on Broadway, a little over a year in London, and the national tour has been on the road since September, 2017. It's a feel good musical with a happy ending, something to lighten up the winter doldrums.

Canadian Alliance of Film & Television Costume Arts & Design Awards Winners Announced

Joanna Syrokomla and Cynthia Amsden, Co-Chairs of the Canadian Alliance of Film & Television Costume Arts & Design (CAFTCAD) Awards are very pleased to announce the official winners of this evening's gala. The CAFTCAD Awards congratulate the nominees and the winners and thank the team who worked diligently to make this evening possible, the generosity of the sponsors, as well as all the costumers who submitted their designs. We look forward to the 2020 CAFTCAD Awards.

BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL at National Theatre

Every kid with a performer's heart deserves to experience three things in their childhood: access to an incredible arts program, a passionate mentor, and a really great Andrew Lloyd Webber musical. For me, that was the Springfield (Missouri) Little Theatre, Beth D., and The Phantom of the Opera. I wish for all of today's youth to find the arts and an inspiring mentor. As for Webber for this generation, there is School of Rock The Musical, which actually touches on all of the above. The tour is visiting the National Theatre in Washington, DC this month and packs the biggest dreams and highest professionalism into the tiniest bodies.

BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL Brings a Rocking Time To Broadway Grand Rapids, With It's Impressive Young Musicians!

School of Rock - The Musical is based on the movie by the same name originally staring Jack Black is currently playing at DeVos Performance Hall until January 13thin Grand Rapids. Andrew Lloyd Webber added some songs and made it a musical. One part that people find hard to believe is that the kids in the show must be able to play the instruments live. The kids can sing and dance, but it is taken to another level when they are playing instruments better than most adults can perform live on stage, show after show, some of them learning their instruments in only a few years or specifically for their audition for this show!

Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Madison Awards!

It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

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