BWW Interview: Lola Boutée on THE DOLLFACE DAMES In Person And On Demand
by Shari Barrett - Aug 12, 2021
I first discovered the Dollface Dames troupe of high-class, Burlesque entertainers in 2017 and have enjoyed their show-stopping style of entertainment at several venues around town since then. But 2020 brought on major changes for all in-person entertainment, so how have the Dollface Dames been keeping their unique brand of Burlesque available to audiences during the shutdown and what's next for them? To find out, I spoke with Lola Boutée who founded the group in 2008.
BWW Interview: Director Caitlin Lopez on Ophelia's Jump Productions' Twelfth Night
by Shari Barrett - Jul 17, 2021
Director Caitlin Lopez, the Associate Artistic Director of Ophelia's Jump Productions (OJP) who also serves as Improv Director for the company elaborates, 'Twelfth Night tells the story of Viola who has washed up on the shores of the vibrant and uninhibited Illyria after a shipwreck. In this modern queer fairytale, she and a cast of colorful characters all must discover what it means to truly love and embrace their heart's desires.' I decided to speak with Caitlin about both her directing and appearing in the production, as well as her background with the history of OJP.
BWW REVIEW: THE UNDERPANTS Is A Fabulously Funny Farce Centred On Events Following The Failing Of Foundation Garments
by Jade Kops - Nov 3, 2019
Anthony Gooley (Director) delivers a delightfully entertaining expression of Steve Martin's play THE UNDERPANTS.
BWW Interview: John Austin Explores the RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN at Arena Stage
by Benjamin Tomchik - Oct 11, 2019
Lately John Austin's career seems to have two constants, exploring society's most topical issues and doing so at Arena Stage.
Photo Flash: First Look at AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at Mercury Theatre Colchester
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2019
First production images are released today of Ain't Misbehavin' - now playing at Mercury Theatre Colchester until Saturday 30 March. The production then transfers to Southwark Playhouse from Friday 19 April to Saturday 1 June, as the first London revival in almost 25 years.
BWW REVIEW: PIGALLE Blends Disco And Parisian Cabaret For An Entertaining Easy Night Out
by Jade Kops - Jan 11, 2019
PIGALLE, the latest circus cabaret creation from director Craig Ilott makes it's Sydney debut in the beautiful Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent for Sydney Festival.
BWW REVIEW: Hedonism And The Heady Days Of The 1920's Come Alive In THE WILD PARTY
by Jade Kops - Nov 17, 2018
Michael J. LaChiusa (music, lyrics and book) and George C. Wolfe's (book) musical interpretation of Joseph Moncure March's once scandalous 1928 poem THE WILD PARTY is an escapist night of deliciously dark debauchery. The latest production from Little Triangle Theatre is a feast for the senses with fabulous music combining with brilliant choreography and creative costuming.
BWW Review: Spend a Day Filled with Artistic Delights at Art Festivals and THE PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS in Laguna Beach
by Shari Barrett - Jul 31, 2018
For the past several summers, I have attended the Festival of Arts and The Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach. But this year, I also decided to also visit two other art festivals along Laguna Canyon Road rather than spend any time cruising the town as I had done before. The full-day of exploring all the artistic delights on display this year at all three locations left me dazzled by all the talent on display, while wishing I had lot of extra income to purchase and bring home many of the awe-inspiring items that caught my fancy. But the real highlight of the day was viewing the abundance of 'local color' on display in this summer's 'Under the Sun' themed Pageant of the Masters.
Photo Flash: The Stars Gather Under The Stars For the Great Jose Iturbi at The Hollywood Bowl
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2018
On Thursday, July 12th, Hollywood maven and powerhouse, Donelle Dadigan, (Co-Founder of the Jose Iturbi Foundation/President & Founder of The Hollywood Museum, Chairman of The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce) invited a select group of VIPs for an evening of dinner and a concert at The Hollywood Bowl as the Los Angeles Philharmonic presented an evening of Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No.2 under the stars with Behzod Abduraimov on piano and conductor, Gustavo Dudamel.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with DESCRIBE THE NIGHT
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2018
Hampstead Theatre presents the UK premiere of Rajiv Joseph's Describe the Night.
Photo Coverage: The Will & Anthony Nunziata Florida Tour Lands at The RRAZZ ROOM
by Stephen Sorokoff - Mar 24, 2018
They are a whirl wind of songs and comedy and the the eye of the Will & Anthony entertainment hurricane made landfall at The RRAZZ Room in Boca Raton last night and Broadwayworld was there. Check out the photos.
BWW REVIEW: Packemin's Production Of SHREK THE MUSICAL Is A Fun Filled Polished Production
by Jade Kops - Feb 4, 2018
The heart-warming story of acceptance and friendship comes to life in Packemin Productions' staging of SHREK THE MUSICAL.
BWW REVIEW: The World Premiere Of THE UNBELIEVABLES at The Sydney Opera House Delivers Exactly What It Says On The Package
by Jade Kops - Dec 21, 2017
Circus, cabaret, vaudeville and comedy combine in the World Premiere of THE UNBELIEVABLES.
Photo Coverage: Atlantic Theater Company Celebrates Opening Night of DESCRIBE THE NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - Dec 6, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) presents the New York premiere of Pulitzer Prize finalist and Lortel and Obie Award winner Rajiv Joseph's (Guards at the Taj) play Describe the Night, directed by Giovanna Sardelli (Animals Out of Paper).
Photo Coverage: The Friars, A Yiddish Theatre, and City Village Cinema Bring Christmas Cheer to NYC Kids
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 2, 2017
In 1904 the Friars started meeting, and in 1918 The Yiddish Art Theatre was founded. How symbolic that the Yiddish Theatre, now a City Village Cinema movie house was the scene of The Friars Sunshine Committee's annual morning of Christmas cheer for New York City Children. The kids are entertained by clowns, are given their early Christmas presents by some famous Friars, and the theatre staff makes sure they have unlimited popcorn while enjoying a movie.
Photo Flash: First Look at Danny Burstein, Rebecca Naomi Jones & more in Atlantic Theater Company's DESCRIBE THE NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) presents the New York premiere of Pulitzer Prize finalist and Lortel and Obie Award winner Rajiv Joseph's (Guards at the Taj) play Describe the Night, directed by Giovanna Sardelli (Animals Out of Paper).
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for Rajiv Joseph's DESCRIBE THE NIGHT at Atlantic Theater Company
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 23, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) will present the New York premiere of Pulitzer Prize finalist and Lortel and Obie Award winner Rajiv Joseph's (Guards at the Taj) play Describe the Night, directed by Giovanna Sardelli (Animals Out of Paper).
Photo Flash: Rita Moreno Visits Closing Night of CHICO'S ANGELS
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2017
Chico's Angels' stage/musical show Chicas are 4Ever closed its first two-week run this past Sunday. Chico's Angels got a big surprise from EGOT winner Rita Moreno, who attended Sunday's final performance. Moreno is an Oscar winner, two-time Emmy winner, Grammy winner and Tony winner and is currently starring in the hit Netflix show, ONE DAY AT A TIME. Scroll down for photos!
Photo Flash: The Theatre Group at SBCC presents HIGH SOCIETY
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2017
The Theatre Group at SBCC opens the 17/18 season with Cole Porter's sparkling musical, HIGH SOCIETY, July 12-29 in the Garvin Theatre.
Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for ANASTASIA
by Walter McBride - Apr 25, 2017
The stage adaption of the animated classic, ANASTASIA opened on Broadway just last night at the Broadhurst Theatre. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and we're taking you to the red carpet below!
Photo Coverage: From St. Petersburg to Paris to New York City- ANASTASIA Arrives on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - Apr 25, 2017
What started as a 1997 animated movie with music by composers Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens is now a full-blown Broadway musical that's been twenty years in the making. Last night, Anastasia opened at the Broadhurst Theatre, and after the curtain came down, the company celebrated at the Marriott Marquis. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special night and we're taking you inside the after party below!
Photo Coverage: ANASTASIA Gets a Royal Welcome on Broadway- Inside the Opening Night Bows!
by Walter McBride - Apr 25, 2017
The hotly anticipated stage adaption of the animated classic, ANASTASIA opened on Broadway just last night at the Broadhurst Theatre. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and we're taking you inside the curtain call below!
Photo Flash: Lily Tomlin Visits Broadway's ANASTASIA
by Julie Musbach - Mar 25, 2017
ANASTASIA is among the latest to hit Broadway, starting previews just this week on March 23; however, the show is already drawing in familiar faces. On Friday night, the company was visited by GRACE AND FRANKIE star Lily Tomlin who got the star treatment with a trip backstage to visit with the cast and composers Lynn Aherns and Stephen Flaherty. Check out the photos below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Cate Blanchett & Company in THE PRESENT on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 9, 2017
Andrew Upton's new adaptation ofAnton Chekhov's first play, Platonov,The Present opened just last night at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) for a limited engagement through Sunday, March 19, 2017. THE PRESENT features the Sydney Theatre Company cast of 13, each making their Broadway debut, including Cate Blanchett (Anna) and Richard Roxburgh (Mikhail).
Photo Coverage: Cate Blanchett & Company Celebrate Opening Night of THE PRESENT!
by Walter McBride - Jan 9, 2017
Andrew Upton's new adaptation ofAnton Chekhov's first play, Platonov,The Present opened just last night at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) for a limited engagement through Sunday, March 19, 2017. THE PRESENT features the Sydney Theatre Company cast of 13, each making their Broadway debut, including Cate Blanchett (Anna) and Richard Roxburgh (Mikhail).
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