based on the play Der Besuch der alten Dame (The Visit) by Friedrich Dürrenmatt
Claire was driven from her hometown in disgrace when she was 17, betrayed by her lover. Many years (and seven husbands) later, she returns (beautifully dressed, but with a wooden leg) to her now-impoverished stomping grounds and offers to save the town. The price? Nothing less than the life of Schell.
The Public Theater, in partnership with Central Park Conservancy and the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation and Cultural Affairs, yesterday broke ground on the final phase of construction for a revitalization of the 61-year-old Delacorte Theater in Central Park. Check out photos of what the revitalized space will look like!
The Verdi Chorus’ 40th Anniversary season continues with its landmark Fall 2023 Concert 40! for two performances only.
Two Bay Area creative forces will come together this holiday season when Ebenezer Scrooge and his Dickensian world take over one of the most beautiful public arts centers this side of the Atlantic in Silicon Valley Shakespeare's production of A Christmas Carol at the Montalvo Arts Center!
Harbourfront Centre presents the Toronto premiere of legendary Canadian choreographer Louise Lecavalier's Stations, November 23-25, 2023 at 7:30pm at Fleck Dance Theatre as part of its international contemporary dance series, Torque.
The Festival of Arts of Laguna Beach has announced the recent acquisition of two new pieces from talented, longtime Festival exhibiting artists to its Permanent Art Collection.
Immerse yourself in the compelling story of 'Mother (and Me)' at the Fringe Festival 2023. Discover the blend of humor and heart as you witness a Broadway performer's journey through middle age and her mother's battle with dementia. Find out how to get tickets and more.
Join three-time cancer survivor Valerie David as she takes the stage in her internationally acclaimed solo show, The Pink Hulk: One Woman's Journey to Find the Superhero Within. Don't miss this empowering performance at Seattle Public Theater during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Join the Players Theatre Short Play Festival for a spooky weekend of original short plays. Week 1 winner announced - 'The Algorithm' explores the dangers of social media. Get your tickets now!
Get ready to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Classical Theatre of Harlem with their exciting 2024 season lineup. From the magical fairytale comedy 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' to free outdoor 'Shakespeare in the Park' performances, CTH is bringing the arts to New York City.
Join in at the annual Only Make Believe Gala as they honor Brooke Shields and celebrate the milestone of serving 100,000 children since 1999. Featuring performances by J Harrison Ghee, Jessica Vosk, A.J. Shively, and more. Tickets available now.
Read about the hiring of former casting executive Dana Theodoratos as the Head of Talent at The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute. Learn about her role in developing the Institute's top talent and her plans for an industry-wide professional guest speaker series.
Get into the holiday spirit with Phoenix Chorale's latest Christmas album, featuring an enchanting collection of festive songs. Available for purchase on October 13th.
Watch footage from rehearsals of Alicia Keys's HELL'S KITCHEN at the Public Theater, featuring Shoshana Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon, and More!
Broadway at the Eccles announced today that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Salt Lake City will go on sale Friday, October 6.
A new production of award-winning playwright David Ireland's Ulster American is headed to Riverside Studios this year, starring Woody Harrelson, Andy Serkis, and Louisa Harland. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
PNC Broadway in Kansas City has announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! will go on sale Friday, October 6 at 10:00 a.m. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
Join The Classical Theatre of Harlem and Tony, Emmy, & Grammy Nominee Brandon Victor Dixon for Here For The Holidays, a concert with an open bar at Ginny's Supper Club (Red Rooster) on December 18th at 8:00 p.m.
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank on October 6. Get event and ticket information here!
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup And David Shenk Present THE MOVING MEMORY PROJECT: FILL IN THE BLANK, a festival devoted to memory and forgetting. The festival features original dance works, visual art installation, and live music.
Palm Beach Opera has announced the world-class cast for its 2024 Season, which features Puccini’s “Tosca,” Offenbach’s “The Tales of Hoffman,” and for the first time in 15 years, Bellini’s “Norma,” all beginning in January next year. Learn more about the cast and the full season here!
Between Sacramento and San Francisco are many small towns dotting the Interstate 80 corridor. Farmland eventually turns to the bay, which has inspired many songs such as “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” and “(Sittin’ On) the Dock of the Bay.” Maybe not as well known is one such town, Vallejo, whose biggest draw now is its Six Flags amusement park. For one talented musician, though, Vallejo is everything. Shawn Raiford is a philanthropic saxophone genius whose music has been climbing the smooth jazz charts. His latest single, a love letter to his hometown, has been described as containing “warm melodies and intimate harmonies” that “float atop a soulful midtempo groove.” BroadwayWorld recently spoke with Shawn about his new single, his dedication to serving, and the beauty of Vallejo.
Get the latest news on the appointment of Dave Stinson as the new Director of Touring at Bond Theatrical. Find out more about his role in leading touring productions for the company and what this means for future shows.
Shane Peterman, Producing Artistic Director has announced that WaterTower Theatre is continuing our dedication to the development of new Music Theatre works with a workshop of a new musical SAY GOODNIGHT by Steve Dorff, John Bettis, and Rick Hawkins.
The world’s number one touring ABBA tribute returns to the Palace Theater in Waterbury on Thursday, November 2, 2023. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
El Monstero, the definitive U.S. Pink Floyd Experience, has announced their annual winter shows at The Pageant in The Loop. Learn more about the upcoming performances and find out how to get tickets here!
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