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BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST ALBUMS of the Rock and Rap Era (1950-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 16, 2020


The Beatles! Rihanna! Michael Jackson! Johnny Cash! Kanye West! The Rolling Stones! Aretha Franklin! Bob Dylan! Miles Davis! Nirvana! BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest albums from the rock and rap era (1950-2020); see if your favorites made the grade!

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

150+ Musicals That You Can Stream Now!
by Team BWW - Jun 26, 2025


Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.

BWW Review: NOT QUITE JERUSALEM, Finborough Theatre
by Laura Fuller - Mar 8, 2020


Paul Kember's Not Quite Jerusalem received huge critical acclaim following its premiere at the Royal Court in 1980. Forty years on, the Finborough Theatre have chosen to revive the play as part of their own 40th anniversary celebrations.

Third Man Records Announces Two Redd Kross Vinyl Reissues
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 4, 2020


Third Man Records is excited to announce reissues of Redd Kross' two beloved 1990s albums, Phaseshifter (1993) and Show World (1997). The 180-gram vinyl-only reissues, which come on the heels of their amazing 2019 album Beyond The Door and after 40 years as a band, will mark the first-ever North American vinyl pressings of either album. Look out for the reissues via Third Man and in indie record stores on March 27. Pre-order Phaseshifter HERE and Show World HERE.

River City Community Players Presents MAKING GOD LAUGH By Sean Grennan
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2020


River City Community Players presents Making God Laugh by Sean Grennan, with performances February 28 - March 8, 2020 (Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 pm, Sunday afternoons at 2:30 pm, a talk-back discussion after the March 1 performance) at Chamberlayne Actors Theatre, 319 N. Wilkinson Road in Richmond.  

BWW Review: MADAM BUTTERFLY, Bristol Old Vic
by Kerrie Nicholson - Feb 17, 2020


Founded in 2009, OperaUpClose's mission is to create 'innovatively staged, unintimidating, and crucially high quality English Chamber re-imaginings of well known work and premieres of new operas'. With 29 operas to date, a mix of classics and contemporary work, and an Olivier Award in 2011, there's no denying the hard work and success they've had in introducing opera, a seemingly formidable art form, to new audiences.

GREAT WHITE WAY: RACE AND THE BROADWAY MUSICAL (2nd Ed.) Now Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2020


Broadway musicals are one of America's most beloved art forms and play to millions of people each year. But what do these shows, which are often thought to be just frothy entertainment, really have to say about our country and who we are as a nation?

Philip Ridley's THE BEAST OF BLUE YONDER Will Launch at Southwark Playhouse This April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2020


In 1930's Hollywood Tex Maverick is casting his new film, Terrorland. He's not after a star. Just someone who can scream.

San Francisco International Arts Festival Has Published Schedule of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2020


San Francisco International Arts Festival has shared the full schedule for the 2020 Festival that will run at the Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture from May 19 - 31.

The History of the Best Musical Theater Album Grammy Award
by Abigail Charpentier - Jan 26, 2020


Theater fans tend to highlight certain events throughout the year, moments where the work being produced in theaters, mostly on Broadway, has a chance to shine and become known to greater audiences. The Tony Awards in June and the Thanksgiving Day Parades in November usually draw the most attention, but the Grammy Awards each winter also brings this pleasure to theater fans.

Tales from the West Side: An In-Depth Look at the Evolution of WEST SIDE STORY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2020


Go inside the creation and 63-year evolution of the musical theatre masterpiece, West Side Story.

City Winery Releases January 2020 Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2019


City Winery Chicago has released its schedule (1200 W. Randolph St) for the month. All City Winery Chicago events are open to all ages and start at 8:00 p.m., unless noted.  Tickets can be purchased by calling 312-733-WINE (9463) or by visiting www.citywinery.com/chicago.

City Winery Chicago Releases Upcoming Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2019


City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces two-time Grammy-winning jazz saxophonist Ernie Watts with Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues, Chicago's own Miki Howard, and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Friday, November 8 at noon. Tickets will be available at citywinery.com/chicago.

Children's Theatre Company Has Announced Settlement of Lawsuits
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2019


Children's Theatre Company announced the settlement of all 16 lawsuits brought against Children's Theatre Company by individuals who were sexually abused by former employees in the 1970's and 1980's.

BWW Interview: Fra Fee Talks TRANSLATIONS
by Rona Kelly - Oct 30, 2019


Following an incredible journey with The Ferryman through to Broadway, Fra Fee returns to London for Translations this year.

BWW Interview: Stunt Coordinator Charlie Croughwell Talks The Laundromat and Back to the Future
by Brooke Yunis - Oct 23, 2019


39-year veteran stunt coordinator, Charlie Croughwell, speaks with us about his work on the new film The Laundromat and how he got his start in Back to the Future.

Little Theatre of Norfolk Presents ONE SLIGHT HITCH
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2019


When people hear Little Theatre of Norfolk is presenting comedy One Slight Hitch, by Lewis Black, the common response is, 'Lewis Black, the comedian?' Yes. Lewis Black, the comedian, wrote a play.

Martine Gutierrez's CIRCLE Announced At Performance Space New York
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2019


Performance Space New York continues The Stages Seriesa?"rethinking the dominant form and aesthetics that have informed the stage for centuriesa?"with Martine Gutierrez's Circle (November 20, 22-23).

BWW Review: FAME, Peacock Theatre
by Charlotte Downes - Sep 13, 2019


Billed as the 'definitive 30th anniversary tour', Nick Winston's production of Fame - now playing at the Peacock Theatre - is celebrating the stage adaptation of the 1980 film. It's had seven West End productions in that time, and Winston wants to appeal to three decades' worth of fans who have encountered the story through film, television or theatre.

BWW Review: Larry Shue's THE NERD at Stage West Community Playhouse
by Peter Nason - Sep 7, 2019


W. Paul Wade and Devin Devi stand out in a show that needs so much more energy.

New Date Announced For Reading Of THE MEMORY SHOW Benefitting The Alzheimer's Association
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2019


Directed by Johanna McKenzie Miller, Cindy Gold and Cassie Slater star in The Memory Show - A tale of mother and daughter and their struggle to make sense of their relationship when faced with disease and hardship. The Memory Show combines evocative and powerful contemporary music with a humorous, touching and heartfelt examination of colliding perceptions, truths, desires and memories that are inherent in familial relationships.

Shoshana Bean, Krysta Rodriguez, New Musicals And More Announced At Feinstein's/54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2019


This Month, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

Cindy Gold And Cassie Slater To Star In Benefit Reading Of THE MEMORY SHOW
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2019


Directed by Johanna McKenzie Miller, Cindy Gold and Cassie Slater star in The Memory Show - A tale of mother and daughter and their struggle to make sense of their relationship when faced with disease and hardship. The Memory Show combines evocative and powerful contemporary music with a humorous, touching and heartfelt examination of colliding perceptions, truths, desires and memories that are inherent in familial relationships.

Center Stage Jackson Announces 2019-20 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2019


Center Stage Jackson has announced its 2019-2020 Season!

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