Review Roundup: JOHN CULLUM: AN ACCIDENTAL STAR; Streaming Now
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2021
Vineyard Theatre, Goodspeed Musicals, and Irish Repertory Theatre in association with Jeff Berger present John Cullum: An Accidental Star, which premiered on April 8 and will be available for streaming on demand through April 22. Check out what the critics had to say!
BWW Review: Broadway's John Cullum Delights in Streamed AN ACCIDENTAL STAR
by Roy Berko - Apr 11, 2021
This and other personal tales are the core of John Cullum: An Accidental Star. Stories about the golden days of the American musical and his friendships with the likes of Richard Burton, Robert Goulet, and Julie Andrews, told in his home-style manner, is interspersed with songs from shows in which he appeared.
JOHN CULLUM: AN ACCIDENTAL STAR to be Streamed in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2021
Vineyard Theatre, Goodspeed Musicals, and Irish Repertory Theatre in association with Jeff Berger, have announced John Cullum: An Accidental Star, which will premiere April 8 and will be available for streaming on demand through April 22. Two live watch party events will take place April 8 at 7:00 pm EDT and April 17 at 2:00 pm EDT.
Photo Flash: Get a First Look at Asolo Repertory Theatre's CAMELOT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2021
Asolo Repertory Theatre will stream its concert production of Lerner and Loewe's Camelot from April 5 - 11. The winner of four Tony Awards, Lerner and Loewe's classic 1960 musical defined an age when integrity, courage, and goodness prevailed as the ideals of humankind.
Student Blog: Lolita, My Love: How a Script Killed a Score
by Student Blogger: Drew Eldridge - Mar 15, 2021
In my opinion, the show was in a constant state of confusion. John Barry's score was extremely 70's jazz-funk inspired. The songs were all akin to pop songs, except for a small few. Lerner's lyrics were quite good, but with a lackluster score they became bland. The script was the biggest problem.
Asolo Rep Presents 'The Creation of CAMELOT' Zoom Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2021
Brush up on your Arthurian knowledge with celebrated musical theatre historian and graphic designer Charles Troy for an in-depth digital (via Zoom) exploration into the creation of the Tony Award-winning musical sensation Camelot. Guests will also have the opportunity to learn more about Asolo Rep's upcoming concert version, running March 17 - 31.
Celebrating Women's History Month: Women in Theatre Through the Decades: 1960s-1970s
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2021
With Women in Theatre Through the Decades, we will be highlighting the vital role that women have played in theatre history, showcasing those who paved the way and who continue to make history today. This week, we are highlighting the accomplishments of women in theatre throughout the 1960s and the 1970s!
Asolo Rep Announces Casting for CAMELOT Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2021
Asolo Rep has announced casting for its upcoming production of Lerner and Loewe's Camelot. This concert production of David Lee's adaptation previews March 17 and 18, opens March 19 and runs through March 31 on Asolo Rep's outdoor Terrace Stage, located on the front steps of the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
BWW Blog: Ranking Lerner and Loewe Collaborations
by Student Blogger: Joey Tabasco - Nov 13, 2020
If you ask any theatre kid about the Golden Age of Musical Theatre, the first two people who come to mind are none other than Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II.
VIDEO: On This Day, October 1- Happy Birthday, Julie Andrews!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2020
Julia Elizabeth Wells was born on October 1, 1935, in England. Her mother, Barbara Ward (Morris), and stepfather, both vaudeville performers, discovered her four-octave singing voice and immediately started her singing career, performing in music halls throughout her childhood and teens. At age 20, her stage career began in a London Palladium production of Cinderella.
The 101 Greatest Showtunes from 1920-2020
by Peter Nason - Mar 19, 2020
How do we make a list of the 101 greatest show tunes from the past 100 years? Well, we did the near-impossible task. Check out our full list here!
LEGALLY BLONDE, ASSASSINS and More Announced for Porchlight Music Theatre's 2020 - 2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2020
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced its 26th season that includes the 2020 - 2021 Mainstage, Porchlight Revisits and New Faces Sing Broadway series. Porchlight's Mainstage and Porchlight Revisits return to the Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn Street with its annual fundraising concert Chicago Sings Andrew Lloyd Webber launching the season taking place at the Museum of Contemporary Arts, 220. E. Chicago Ave.
World Premiere Musical PRIDE & PREJUDICE Rings In The Holidays At TheatreWorks
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2019
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley rings in the holidays with the new musical Pride and Prejudice, the 2019 Tony-winning company's 70th World Premiere. Based on Jane Austen's iconic novel, this engaging work features book, music, and lyrics by Paul Gordon, whose musicals include TheatreWorks favorites Jane Austen's EMMA, Daddy Long Legs, and the Tony-nominated Broadway musical Jane Eyre. Pride and Prejudice follows delightfully liberated Lizzie Bennet and dashing, disdainful Mr. Darcy as they discover the irresistible power of love. A favorite from TheatreWorks's 2018 New Works Festival, this brand new musical romantic comedy will be directed by TheatreWorks's Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley.
Janus Concert Series Explores Iconic Camelot Love Triangle With Female-Identifying Lancelot
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2019
Janus Concert Series (Artistic Director - Kaitlin Galetti) kicks off their sophomore season with a full concert production of Lerner and Loewe's beloved musical Camelot. The production is Directed by Jennifer Cox and Music Directed by Sarah Jenks. Three performances will take place on September 13, 14 and 15 in Kittler Hall on the campus of St. Benedict Parish Preparatory School.