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Jack Willis Returns as President Lyndon Baines Johnson in THE GREAT SOCIETY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2017

Robert Schenkkan's The Great Society, the second half of the epic drama about President Lyndon Baines Johnson, makes its Washington, D.C. debut at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, following the theater's critically acclaimed 2016 run of All the Way. Kyle Donnelly returns to Arena Stage to helm this political thrill ride that shines a bright, clear light on a pivotal moment in American history (New York Times). Chronicling LBJ's second term as he seeks to maintain his relationship with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and complete a raft of impossibly ambitious social policy projects, The Great Society runs February 2-March 11, 2018 on the Fichandler Stage.

DOWNTON ABBEY's Penelope Wilton, 'BAKE OFF' Host Mel Giedroyc and More Read Children's Stories Starting Tonight at The Print Room
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2017

The Print Room at the Coronet in Notting Hill Gate presents WINTER'S TALES, reviving the simple pleasure of children's story-telling in a magical Christmas setting from tonight 6 December to Monday 18 December.

Tickets On Sale Now For RIPCORD And JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH At Omaha Community Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2017

Tickets for two upcoming shows, Ripcord and James and the Giant Peach, are now on sale through the Omaha Community Playhouse box office.

Bid Today to Win a Backstage Tour and Four Tickets to 'CHOCOLATE FACTORY'
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2017

'Tis the season to change the world! Bid to win four tickets and a backstage tour to Roald Dahl's, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on Broadway! Plus, you will receive a gift card for $400 to Maialino for four people.

DOWNTON ABBEY's Penelope Wilton, 'BAKE OFF' Host Mel Giedroyc and More to Read Children's Stories at The Print Room
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017

The Print Room at the Coronet in Notting Hill Gate will present WINTER'S TALES, reviving the simple pleasure of children's story-telling in a magical Christmas setting from Wednesday 6 December to Monday 18 December.

The Carnegie to Sweeten January with WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2017

This January The Carnegie will take audiences on a fantasy ride into the land of pure imagination as it continues its 2017-18 Theatre Series with Roald Dahl's WILLY WONKA, playing weekends January 18-28, 2018.

BWW Review: MATILDA Schools 'Em All
by Vince Vicentuan - Nov 25, 2017

As far as our fickle adult memory is concerned, there could be very few child roles in major Broadway and West End musicals that captured our hearts: Annie, Oliver, Mary Lennox, and Dorothy. Matilda is the latest welcome addition.

NewArts' A CHRISTMAS CAROL Features Broadway's Graeme Malcolm and 112 Newtown-Area Locals
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2017

NewArts, a nonprofit organization based in Newtown, CT and Walnut Hill Community Church of Bethel, CT, are proud to present their second annual version of A Christmas Carol a production created by a team that includes six Tony Award-winners. The production features more than 130 local performers and stage technicians of all ages and Broadway's Graeme Malcolm.

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR. Comes to the Warner this February
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2017

Roald Dahl's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR. will be performed on the Warner Theatre Main Stage February 24 and 25, 2018 featuring the students of the Warner Theatre Center for Arts Education! A boy and his insect friends take an amazing journey across the ocean! Based on one of Roald Dahl's most poignantly quirky stories, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR. is a brand new take on this masterpeach of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.

Breaking: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Will Close Up Shop; National Tour Will Launch in Fall 2018
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 15, 2017

There are nine remaining weeks to see the new musical Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The final performance will be on Sunday, January 14, 2018 after playing 27 previews and 305 regular performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street).

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to Newtown, CT
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2017

NewArts, a nonprofit organization based in Newtown, CT and Walnut Hill Community Church of Bethel, CT, are proud to present their second annual presentation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol a production created by a team that includes six Tony Award-winners. The production features more than 120 local performers and stage technicians of all ages.

'HANSEL & GRETEL' to Bring Holiday Treat Back to VPAC
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2017

Hansel & Gretel: A Wickedly Delicious Musical Treat is back by popular demand on Sunday December 3 at 3:00pm at Valley Performing Arts Center (The Soraya) after a sold-out performance earlier in the year.

Join GANGSTA GRANNY On A Madcap Adventure At Storyhouse In Chester
by BWW News Desk - Nov 6, 2017

Watch out! The cabbage-crunching, criminal mastermind Gangsta Granny is coming to Storyhouse Chester next spring.

Rebecca Ferguson in Talks to Star in Untitled Patricia Neal and Roald Dahl Project with Hugh Bonneville
by Emily Bruno - Nov 2, 2017

Rebecca Ferguson has been in talks to to portray Patricia Neal in an untitled Patricia Neal and Roald Dahl Project, as reported by Deadline. Hugh Bonneville has previously been linked to the role of Dahl. The film is set to begin principal photography in 2018.

VIDEO: NY1 Team Gets 'Wonka-Fied' for Annual Halloween Parade
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2017

In preparation of tonight's broadcast of the event, the on-air team at NY1 got 'Wonka-fied,' donning the colorful costumes from the hit Broadway musical, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY.

VIDEO: Christian Borle & CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Cast Perform Medley on THE VIEW
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2017

On today's THE VIEW, Tony Award winner Christine Borle and the cast of Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY performed a medley of songs, including 'The Candy Man.' Check out the appearance below!

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre 2018 Season to Feature PETER PAN, AS YOU LIKE IT, and More
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2017

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre have today announced details of their 2018 season, which includes Peter Pan, As You Like It, Dinosaur World Live, Little Shop of Horrors, and The Turn of the Screw, a co-production with English National Opera.

DVR Alert: Cast of Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Performs on THE VIEW Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2017

Today, Oct. 31, the cast of Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY will perform on ABC's THE VIEW.

Less Than Two Weeks Until Christmas In Leicester Square Opens
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2017

Christmas in London will start in earnest in just two weeks, with Christmas in Leicester Square opening on 10th November with a unique programme of festive entertainment.

Lost in Translation Circus Adds Extra HOGWALLOPS Dates
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2017

Lost in Translation's ever popular family show The Hogwallops has just announced new dates for October 2017.

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