New Off-Broadway Immersive Theater Experience TAMMANY HALL to be Presented at SoHo Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2021
Tammany Hall, a new, site-specific, immersive theater experience created and directed by Darren Lee Cole (Fleabag, Killer Joe) and Alexander Wright (The Great Gatsby, the UK's longest running immersive show), begins performances October 15 at New York's SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street). Opening night is Election Night, Tuesday, November 2. Learn all about the show.
Liz Callaway, Sierra Boggess, Kelli O'Hara, WRITE OUT LOUD and More Announced for September at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2021
Next month, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
EGOT Winner Jonathan Tunick to be Honored at Sharon Playhouse's THE SOUND OF BROADWAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2021
On Saturday, October 2nd, the Sharon Playhouse will present a star-studded and glittering salute to EGOT recipient and Broadway’s Uber Maestro, the great Jonathan Tunick. The evening is conceived and directed by Alan M-L Wager and supported by a 27-piece orchestra with appearances by Broadway Guest Stars and Broadway Special Guests.
Photos: First Look at the National Theatre's THE NORMAL HEART
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2021
A new virus is infecting gay men across New York City. As the rising death toll is ignored by government and the medical establishment, fear and confusion turns to rage and division. Using this anger, writer and activist Ned Weeks sets out to unite the community in their fight for recognition and right to survive.
BLUFF - a Brand-New Musical Comedy Written Exclusively For Radio is Coming Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2021
Brand-new musical comedy Bluff, written exclusively for radio by Matt Cavendish and Ed Zanders is available to download on Monday 18 October, following a full studio recording with West End cast and musicians at Masterchord Studios London. The full radio-play, complete with foley sound effects, is designed to take the listener on a vivid journey through a larger-than-life world, accompanied by a live studio orchestra.
Jump Encore! Announces Full Cast and Crew For INTO THE WOODS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2021
The newly expanded Jump Encore! has announced its full cast and creative team for their inaugural production of Into the Woods! Jump Encore! has been producing children's productions for the last 8 years as part of Jump Dance Company in Lakewood Ranch.
Colin Donnell to Lead New Peacock Thriller IRREVERENT
by Michael Major - Sep 22, 2021
Irreverent is a fish out of water drama that follows criminal mediator Paulo Keegan (Donnell) as he flees the United States after a mediation gone wrong and assumes the identity of Reverend Mackenzie “Mack” Boyd.
Carlos Hipólito y María Lavalle se unen en concierto
by Angeles Diaz - Sep 22, 2021
María Lavalle y Carlos Hipólito cantan EL MISMO AMOR, LA MISMA LLUVIA en el Teatro de la Abadía.
Amigos desde hace tiempo, ambos intérpretes han concebido este recital que presentan en el Teatro de la Abadía de Madrid los días 5 y 6 de octubre y en el que Hipólito debuta como cantante de concierto. Tras esta actuación, el 29 de noviembre repetirán en el Teatro Real de la capital de España.
2021-22 Concert Season Begins At The Royal Conservatory Of Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2021
Over 90 concerts in uniquely curated series, including Quiet Please There's a Lady on Stage and TD Jazz Concerts: Jazz From Around the World to piano, vocal, chamber, and string concerts, featuring the world's top musicians, are planned for 2021.22.
THE STORY OF MY LIFE Comes to The Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2021
Evolution Theatre Company, Dublin's only professional theater company, brings to the stage Broadway performer Matt Clemens, and award-winning actor Joe Bishara, Theater Supervisor for the City of Dublin, Abbey Theater in a tour de force performance of the two-person musical, THE STORY OF MY LIFE, by Neil Bartram and Brian Hill.
VIDEO: Jodie Steele and Liam Doyle Takeover Our Instagram for HEATHERS Day
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 2, 2021
How very! Heathers cast members Jodie Steele (Heather Chandler, West End) and Liam Doyle (Kurt Kelly, UK tour) took over our Instagram on September 1 to share behind-the-scenes looks at both productions. Between performances, they also went live to chat all things Heathers!
BWW Interview: Laura Benanti On Performing As Herself, Scripted Characters & Melania
by Gil Kaan - Sep 17, 2021
Laura Benanti, Tony Award winner and one of Broadway’s favorite leading ladies, will be debuting at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in their Cabaret Series September 23rd, 24th and 25th. Including songs from her self-titled CD in her set list, Laura will certainly wow the Samueli Theatre audience. Had the chance to throw out a few inquiries to the enchanting Ms. Benanti.
Regresa a Madrid OPENING DOORS, un homenaje a los musicales de Sodheim
by Angeles Diaz - Sep 16, 2021
El próximo sábado 18 de septiembre se reestrena en la Sala Clamores de Madrid el espectáculo OPENING DOORS, una antología musical que, a través de la obra de Stephen Sondheim, cuenta la historia de tres jóvenes actores que se abren paso en el mundo del teatro musical.
Soho Rep. Announces 2021-22 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2021
Soho Rep. today announced a robust 2021-22 season with which it will reopen its home at 46 Walker Street. The company welcomes full-capacity in-person audiences back for the first time since late 2019 with the presentation of works-in-progress from the Writer/Director Lab, a signature program of the theater for over two decades.
LOVE & OTHER STORIES: AN ORIGINAL DANCE NARRATIVE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2021
Love & Other Stories is an original dance narrative premiering on Sunday, September 26th at Snug Harbor Cultural Center (Staten Island). Directed, choreographed, and conceived by Ariana Andretta, the show follows four young women and their separate journeys in their quest to define love.
Casting Announced For INTO THE WOODS at ZACH Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2021
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine and Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick, Into the Woods will be brought to life outdoors on The People's Plaza using ZACH's architecture and natural environment in surprising ways as part of the ZACH360 experience.
BWW Interview: Robert Yacko - Singing With Kritzerland & Many, Many Others
by Gil Kaan - Sep 1, 2021
Kritzerland celebrates their eleventh anniversary of producing monthly shows with KRITZERLAND’s 115th September 12, 2021 at Feinstein’s at Vitello’s. Had the chance to talk to Robert Yacko, a Kritzerland staple on his long relationship with Kritzerland, as well as on fun stuff on his resume.
Breton Follies Presents RECLAMATION Choreographic World Premiere At The Jefferson Market Library
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 2, 2021
Breton Follies Productions presents the world premiere of RECLAMATION, a new choreographic work directed, choreographed, and performed by Breton Tyner-Bryan (Winner World London IFF, Madrid IFF, Barcelona IFF) at the Jefferson Market Library Garden Formerly The Women's House of Detention, in collaboration with Allan Berube Prize winning writer and historian Hugh Ryan .
BWW Review: MELISSA ERRICO SINGS HER NEW YORK Is a Love Letter at 54 Below
by Ricky Pope - Oct 17, 2021
At its heart, MELISSA ERRICO SINGS HER NEW YORK is not a show about New York, or songs about New York, although both of those things are prominently featured. Rather it is about one woman's lifelong experience of New York City, with all of the dreams, obsessions, joys, heartbreaks, terror, and rapture that come with living, working, and loving in the world's most exciting and most irritating city. It is about a woman who made the short journey from Long Island with nothing but some dance shoes, a voice, and a dream and acquired a home, friends, a career, a husband, and a family, along with a journal full of memories and experiences. In short, a life.
Highlighting Iconic Set Designers from Broadway Past
by Team BWW - Oct 16, 2021
Who are some of Broadway's greatest set designers? Which scenic designers have won the most Tony Awards? Read more about some of the greatest behind the scenes employees of Broadway and study up on ten iconic set designers from Broadway history.
Opus Two Celebrates Sondheim/Bernstein at Feinstein's/54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2021
The acclaimed Opus Two violin-piano duo returns to Feinstein's/54 Below on Tuesday, November 23 at 7pm for an unforgettable tribute to Stephen Sondheim featuring the New York premiere of A Little Night Music: Suite for Violin and Piano and celebration of the release of their world premiere recording of the same name on Bridge Records (4010).
Theatre 7 Presents NOISES OFF Beginning This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2021
It's all fun and games until someone gets a fish in the face! Join Theatre 7 for this hilarious backstage farce brimming with slapstick comedy, slamming doors, falling trousers, and flying sardines!
Photos: First Look at RECLAMATION From Breton Follies Productions
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2021
Breton Follies Productions presents the world premiere of RECLAMATION, a new choreographic work Directed, Choreographed, and Performed by Breton Tyner-Bryan (Winner World London IFF, Madrid IFF, Barcelona IFF) at the Jefferson Market Library Garden Formerly The Women’s House of Detention.
Northern Kentucky University's School of the Arts to Present NOISES OFF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2021
Northern Kentucky University's School of the Arts will continue its 21/22 Theatre + Dance season with Michael Frayn's 'Noises Off,' running from Oct. 14-24, 2021 at NKU's Corbett Theatre. 'Noises Off' is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company.
WHITE CHRISTMAS UK Tour Announces Casting
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2021
A timeless romantic comedy to warm hearts of all ages, WHITE CHRISTMAS features the classic songs “Blue Skies”, “Sisters”, “I Love A Piano”, “Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep)” and the most famous festive song of all… “White Christmas”.