Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre to Present HARRIET'S RETURN: Based Upon The Legendary Life Of Harriet Tubman
by Julie Musbach - Jan 15, 2018
At a time when the USA is waffling on its commitment to honor Harriet Tubman with her image on the 20 dollar bill, Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre will present 'Harriet's Return: Based Upon the Legendary Life of Harriet Tubman,' written and performed by Karen Jones Meadows. The production takes audiences on a deeply personal, high energy journey into the private and public life of this famed Underground Railroad conductor, spiritual icon, revolutionary, and entrepreneur, whose life spanned nine decades and still influences the consciousness of people throughout the world. The production is directed by Clinton Turner Davis and will take stage February 8 to March 4 at Castillo Theatre, 543 West 42nd Street.
HARRIET'S RETURN Based On Harriet Tubman Comes to New Federal Theatre/Castillo
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2018
At a time when the USA is waffling on its commitment to honor Harriet Tubman with her image on the 20 dollar bill, Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre will present 'Harriet's Return: Based Upon the Legendary Life of Harriet Tubman,' written and performed by Karen Jones Meadows. The production takes audiences on a deeply personal, high energy journey into the private and public life of this famed Underground Railroad conductor, spiritual icon, revolutionary, and entrepreneur, whose life spanned nine decades and still influences the consciousness of people throughout the world. The production is directed by Clinton Turner Davis and will take stage February 8 to March 4 at Castillo Theatre, 543 West 42nd Street.
Music, Musicals, Art and More Slated for The Grand's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 24, 2016
As a premier entertainment showplace for acclaimed international stars, iconic American artists, and celebrated regional performers, The Grand 1894 Opera House continues to produce an annual performing arts season that delivers 'living in the moment' entertainment experiences that capture the imagination of its audiences. Its 2016-2017 Performing Arts Season will include many such memorable events.
Review Roundup: LIVES OF THE SAINTS Opens Off-Broadway
by Review Roundups - Feb 24, 2015
Lives of the Saints, a world premiere collection of delightfully funny and unforgettable short plays by David Ives (All in the Timing, Venus in Fur) and directed by Tony Award winner John Rando (All in the Timing, On The Town, Urinetown), opens tonight, February 24, at Primary Stages at The Duke on 42nd Street. Let's see what the critics had to say...
New York Innovative Theatre Foundation Announces 2014 IT Awards Nominees
by Louisa Brady - Jul 22, 2014
On Monday, July 21, 2014, The New York Innovative Theatre Foundation, the organization who for the past 10 years has been dedicated to celebrating Off-Off-Broadway, announced the 2014 nominees at its annual event. Celebrating ten years and thousands of nominees, the IT PARTY took place at XL Night Club, 512 West 42nd Street.
BWW's Top Quebec Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Quebec in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
United Solo Calls for Artist Submissions
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 1, 2011
Highly experienced performers and emerging new talents are invited to submit their solo pieces to United Solo, the world's largest solo theatre festival. From openly solicited submissions, the Festival will select local and international productions and will present them October 20 - November 20, 2011 at Theatre ROW on 42nd Street in New York City. The anticipated range of solo shows is vast and includes improv, storytelling, dance, puppetry, multimedia, stand-up, magic, tragedy, comedy, and other forms of solo performance.Highly experienced performers and emerging new talents are invited to submit their solo pieces to United Solo, the world's largest solo theatre festival. From openly solicited submissions, the Festival will select local and international productions and will present them October 20 - November 20, 2011 at Theatre ROW on 42nd Street in New York City. The anticipated range of solo shows is vast and includes improv, storytelling, dance, puppetry, multimedia, stand-up, magic, tragedy, comedy, and other forms of solo performance.
THE FANTASTICKS Original Backers Reap 24,000-percent Return on Investment
by Jeff Dennhardt - May 2, 2010
Two backers of the original production of THE FANTASTICKS have reaped a 24,000-percent return on their original investment. The production, which began its run in 1960 and and closed in 2002, will still produce income for the family, Marjorie and Malcolm Gray, until 2020 based on the terms of the original contract, which states the backers will receive money for 18 years following the shows final performance.
Off-Broadway Kicks-Off 20@20 at Bloomingdale's Feb.25
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2008
Beginning Monday, February 25 at 5:30 PM, catch performances from some of today's hottest Off-Broadway productions including Altar Boyz, Forbidden Broadway, Celia, JUMP, Perfect Crime and Fabulous Divas of Broadway. Performances begin at 5:30PM and take place on the balcony just off the main floor of Bloomingdales
20@20 Returns! Off-Bway Discounts Feb.25 - March 9
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2008
For two weeks only, Off-Broadway will offer tickets for only $20 twenty minutes before show time. '20at20' is now a bi-annual celebration of NY's best shows, in the tradition of Restaurant Week! Running Tuesday Febuary 25 through Sunday March 9.