Richard III Revival 2019 - Articles Page 5

Opened: March 13, 2019
Closing: March 31, 2019

Richard III - 2019 - West End History , Info & More

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John Haidar directs Tom Mothersdale as Shakespeare’s most notorious and complex villain, Richard III. This inventive new staging is a co-production between Headlong, Alexandra Palace and Bristol Old Vic with Royal & Derngate Northampton and Oxford Playhouse.

After decades of civil war, the nation hangs in the balance. Enter Richard, Duke of Gloucester, to change the course of history. Richard was not born to be a king, but he’s set his sights on the crown. So begins his campaign of deceit, manipulation and violence – and he’s killing it.

Yet, behind his ambition lies a murderous desire to be loved.

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Atlantic Theater Company to Present MIXFEST (WRIT)UAL MIX: TRADITIONS OF THE DIASPORA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2023


oin Atlantic Theater Company's The Judith Champion MixFest as they showcase the best of traditional diaspora music. Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of cultural heritage and experience a melodic journey through the rich traditions of the diaspora. Don't miss this unifying event that brings together diverse musical talents on one stage.

Disney's THE LION KING Begins Its Reign At Proctors In Two Weeks
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2023


Casting has been announced for the Schenectady engagement of Disney's The Lion King. Schenectady's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the MainStage at Proctors from Wednesday, August 2 to Sunday, August 13. The press opening night is Thursday, August 3 at 8 p.m.

Chicago Shakespeare Welcomes New Artistic and Executive Leadership to Drive Innovation and Creativity in Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023


Chicago Shakespeare is welcoming new artistic and executive leadership, who are set to bring fresh ideas, innovation, and creativity to the theater scene. Prepare to be amazed by the exciting changes happening at Chicago Shakespeare.

World Premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell & More Set for Soho Rep 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023


Get ready for an incredible season of theater at Soho Rep, featuring world premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell, and more. Find out what exciting productions are coming up and experience the groundbreaking work of these talented artists.

The 2023 Obie Awards Announce Judges & Eligibility
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 12, 2023


The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO) has announced its 2023 panel of judges and eligibility details for The Obie Awards. Now in its 67th year, the annual event, celebrating the best of Off and Off Off Broadway, is co-chaired by Obie-winning director David Mendizábal and veteran theater critic Melissa Rose Bernardo.

Cast Set for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2023


The cast has been revealed for Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at Shakespeare & Company, directed by Artistic Director Allyn Burrows and staged August 1 through September 10, opening Friday, August 4 outdoors at the New Spruce Theatre.

LADY OF THE CAMELLIAS is Now Playing at the Hamburg Ballet
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023


LADY OF THE CAMELLIAS is Now Playing at the Hamburg Ballet. Performances run through July 7, 2024.

Photos: First Look At THE 39 STEPS At The Stephen Joseph Theatre Scarborough
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2023


A revival of a hugely popular production of The 39 Steps can be seen at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre this summer. The show played to packed houses at the North Yorkshire theatre in 2018. The revival is a co-production with Keswick’s Theatre by the Lake. See photos of the production below!

Laura Dawkes and Jammy Kasongo Join the West End Cast of FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2023


 Laura Dawkes and Jammy Kasongo have joined the company of Frozen in London as Anna and Kristoff.

Felicity Huffman & William H. Macy to Star in THE GUYS at Theatre Aspen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2023


Emmy Award winners Felicity Huffman and William H. Macy will star in Theatre Aspen’s production of Anne Nelson’s The Guys. Learn how to purchase tickets!

RAGTIME: The Symphonic Concert & More Set for 2023 Tanglewood Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2023


One of the country’s premier summer music festivals, Tanglewood has been the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra since 1937; events for the 85th season begin on Thursday, June 22.

Alex Brightman and Colin Donnell Join THE SHARK IS BROKEN on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2023


Two-time Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman will star as Richard Dreyfuss opposite Colin Donnell as Roy Scheider, joining Ian Shaw in The Shark Is Broken on Broadway. Check out all of the details!

Lorna Courtney, Crystal Lucas-Perry, NaTasha Yvette Williams & More Set for BROADWAY CELEBRATES JUNETEENTH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2023


The Broadway League’s Black to Broadway Initiative has revealed the performers for this year’s Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth concert taking place on Sunday, June 18th from 11:00am – 12:30pm (rain or shine).

Cast Set for THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at The Kennedy Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2023


The cast has been revealed for the The Play That Goes Wrong Washington, D.C. production coming to The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for a limited three-and-a-half week engagement.

Shakespeare & Company Reveals THE CONTENTION (HENRY VI, PART 11) Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


The cast has been revealed for The Contention (Henry VI, Part II) at Shakespeare & Company, directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer and staged June 17 through July 15, opening Saturday, June 24.

Work by Dominique Morisseau, Sarah Ruhl & Dave Malloy Set for Signature Theatre Winter/Spring 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


Signature Theatre has revealed its Winter/Spring 2024 season, with work from resident playwrights Dominique Morisseau, Sarah Ruhl, and Dave Malloy.

Sam Palladio and Lizzie Wofford to Join OKLAHOMA! in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


New cast members will join the West End transfer of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Maggie Siff, Pico Alexander & More to Star in ORPHEUS DESCENDING at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023


Theatre for a New Audience will present Tennessee Williams’ Orpheus Descending, July 9–August 6 at Polonsky Shakespeare Center. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Handel's Judas Maccabaeus, and Dvorak's Requiem & More Set for American Symphony Orchestra 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023


The American Symphony Orchestra has announced its 62nd season featuring four full-orchestra programs at Carnegie Hall, Manhattan’s Riverside Church, and more.

THE LION KING to Return to Philadelphia for 4-Week Summer Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023


Disney Theatrical Productions, along with the Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization, is celebrating the eagerly-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King for a 4-week summer engagement at the Academy of Music on the Kimmel Cultural Campus.

New York Theatre Workshop Reveals 2050 Fellows, New Company-in-Residence and Artistic Department Expansion
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023


New York Theatre Workshop has announced the artists selected for the 2023/24 Season 2050 Artistic Fellowship.

THE LION KING North American Tour to Welcome Back Syndee Winters as 'Nala'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023


The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome back Syndee Winters as “Nala” from August 22 through October 29, 2023. Learn how to purchase tickets to The Lion King!

Full Cast Revealed For the West End Run of DR SEMMELWEIS, Starring Mark Rylance
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023


Mark Rylance returns to the West End this summer in Dr Semmelweis opening at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 11 July, with previews from 29 June, and running until Saturday 7 October.

BTG Reveals Casting For MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and PHOTOGRAPH 51
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2023


Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) have announced casting for two of its summer 2023 shows: Million Dollar Quartet, a three-time Tony Award–nominated once-in-a-lifetime musical evening back by popular demand with some of the same cast as 2017 and Photograph 51, an intriguing portrait of the race to discover the mysteries of the DNA double helix. 

Lorraine Hansberry Statue Will Be on Display in Los Angeles This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2023


Today, The Lorraine Hansberry Initiative announced their plans for programming in Los Angeles that will take place during the summer, including two special installations of sculptor Alison Saar’s statue of Hansberry at Gloria Molina Grand Park from June 14th – June 30th and at the A C Bilbrew Library from July 7th – July 31st.

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