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Bianca Del Rio Brings DEAD INSIDE Stand-Up Comedy Tour to Raleigh in February
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2023
Bianca Del Rio has officially announced her new North American stand-up comedy tour titled “Dead Inside.” The tour will take the Drag Race icon to 60 different locations across the United States and Canada, including a stop in Raleigh at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on February 21, 2024.
Hillside Drama Reschedules Season Opener LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2023
Hillside Drama in Durham, NC announces the rescheduling of their season opener, Little Shop of Horrors, due to theater renovations. The new dates are January 19-21, 2024. Tickets purchased for the other dates will be honored during the January shows.
Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at PlayMakers Repertory Company
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2023
The opening of William Shakespeare's critically acclaimed play Much Ado About Nothing opens November 18 at PlayMakers Repertory Company. 
Review: FUNNY GIRL National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
by Jeffrey Kare - November 08, 2023
Funny Girl is a semi-biographical musical that follows real-life actress, singer, and comedian Fanny Brice. The story explores her humble beginnings as a struggling stage performer who dreams of making it big with the famed Ziegfeld Follies as well as her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein. Through it all, Fanny defies the odds and becomes one of the greatest stars of her generation. Following out-of-town tryouts in Boston and Philadelphia, the original production starring Barbra Streisand opened on March 26th, 1964 at the Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway.
Review: Norm Lewis at Theatre Raleigh
by Jeffrey Kare - November 04, 2023
Within the past few months, Theatre Raleigh has brought Broadway stars Norbert Leo Butz, Rachel Bay Jones, and Ariana DeBose down to the Triangle area for one-night-only concert performances. On November 3rd, they brought down Tony-nominated actor Norm Lewis to their De Ann S. Jones Theatre.
Composer Paola Prestini's THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA to Make World Premiere in November
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2023
The first-ever operatic adaptation of Hemingway’s novel about suffering and perseverance, directed by Karmina Šileclo.
Raleigh Little Theatre Names Michele Weathers as Executive Producer
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2023
The Raleigh Little Theatre Board of Directors has announced the selection of Michele Weathers as the new Raleigh Little Theatre Executive Producer. In this role, Weathers will oversee the artistic and administrative functions of the organization.
KevOnStage And That Chick Angel Bring HERE'S THE THING Tour To The Martin Marietta Center For The Performing Arts In March
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2023
KevOnStage and That Chick Angel are bringing their 'Here's The Thing' tour to the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in March. Join them for a hilarious live version of their podcast, filled with music, comedy, and utter hilarity.
Max Chernin, Sean Allan Krill & More to Star in ELF THE MUSICAL at The North Carolina Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2023
Don't miss the Broadway studded cast of Elf: The Musical at the North Carolina Theatre. Follow Buddy's hilarious journey as he spreads Christmas cheer and helps New Yorkers remember the true meaning of Christmas. Get your tickets now!
Photos: First Look at Raleigh Little Theatre's MISERY
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2023
Raleigh Little Theatre is presenting Misery by William Goldman, based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, in RLT’s intimate Gaddy-Goodwin Theatre. Get a first look at photos!
Durham Performing Arts Center Welcomes Six Millionth Guest
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2023
Last night, DPAC welcomed its six millionth guest at a performance of Broadway's most electrifying new musical, MJ.  In celebration of DPAC reaching this attendance milestone, the six millionth guest received tickets to all ten of the hit Broadway shows that are a part of the Truist Broadway at DPAC and WRAL's Greatest Hits of Broadway seasons thru July 2024. 
BULL DURHAM Will Debut In Durham For Theatre Raleigh's 2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2023
'Bull Durham, The Musical,' an adaptation of the 1988 hit movie about the Durham Bulls minor league baseball team, will debut in the Triangle as part of Theatre Raleigh's 2024 season.
Black Nativity Durham to Return To The Stage; Tickets Are On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2023
One of Durham's Top Holiday Traditions, Black Nativity Durham, presented by Triangle Performance Ensemble, will return to the stage December 15 - 17, 2023. Get all the details here!
Photos: First Look at PlayMakers Repertory Company's Production Of MISERY
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2023
The psychological thriller opens this weekend at PlayMakers Repertory Company in Chapel Hill. Check out production photos here!
Experience the Thrills of Stephen King's MISERY on Stage at Raleigh Little Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2023
Experience the thrills of Stephen King's Misery on stage at RLT. Raleigh Little Theatre presents Misery by William Goldman, based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, in RLT's intimate Gaddy-Goodwin Theatre. The production runs October 20 - November 5 and is directed by Sean A. Brosnahan.
Review: MJ National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
by Jeffrey Kare - October 12, 2023
MJ is a jukebox/biographical musical that follows the life and career of singer Michael Jackson. Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, this show offers a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson into legendary status.
Asase Yaa's Arts Outreach Program to Partner with 19 Schools for Hip Hop Kingdom Program in the 2023-2024 School Year
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2023
Learn about Asase Yaa's Arts Outreach Program's exciting partnership with 19 schools for the Hip Hop Kingdom program in the 2023-2024 school year. Discover how students will explore the historical and cultural influences of Hip Hop while participating in a tailored theater curriculum. Plus, find out about the appointment of the new Managing Director, Kwesi Nkroma.
Review: North Carolina Theatre's BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
by Jeffrey Kare - October 11, 2023
Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of Carole King when she was starting out as a teenage songwriter at 1650 Broadway in the 1960s. Back then, she was writing songs in collaboration with her husband at the time, Gerry Goffin, for so many different musical acts such as Bobby Vee, The Drifters, The Shirelles, Little Eva, The Chiffons, The Beatles, and The Monkees. That was all before she went on to become one of the most successful singer-songwriters in music history.
The Uproar Presents A Hellishly Funny Halloween Sketch Show, October 12- 15
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2023
The Uproar Presents A Hellishly Funny Sketch Show! Triangle Sketch Comedy will be haunting Theatre Raleigh Studios this weekend only.
MISERY to Open at PlayMakers Rep This Spooky Season
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2023
Get ready for spine-tingling suspense as PlayMakers Rep presents MISERY. Don't miss this must-see production that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Book your tickets now for a thrilling experience this spooky season.
Ali Siddiq's I GOT A STORY TO TELL TOUR is Coming To The Martin Marietta Center For The Performing Arts In March
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2023
Don't miss Ali Siddiq on his 'I Got A Story To Tell' Tour as he brings his unique style of stand-up comedy to the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in March. Get your tickets now and prepare to laugh your socks off!
Mark Normand Brings YA DON'T SAY Tour to Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2023
Mark Normand has announced 28 new dates in 2024, extending his first national theatre tour, Ya Don’t Say Tour, which includes a stop in Raleigh at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts February 24, 2024. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
Wendell Tabb's STATE OF URGENCY is Going on Tour
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2023
Legendary Hillside High School retired drama director Wendell Tabb announced that his show Wendell Tabb's State of Urgency is going on tour. State of Urgency is a play about a community impacted by gun violence. The show was first produced in 2021 as a call to action in response to gun violence in the City of Durham.
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts Launches Independent Media Publishing Arm, UNCSA Media
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), with generous support from the Thomas S. Kenan Institute for the Arts, has launched its first-ever media publishing arm, UNCSA Media, a mission-driven recording label that will feature the creative projects of faculty and alumni from UNCSA across all disciplines and offer curricular opportunities for students to gain practical career skills in intellectual property and entrepreneurship.
Nominations Open For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards
by BWW Awards - September 28, 2023
Nominations are now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards. The 2023 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023.

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