Casting Announced for Black Button Eyes Productions' WHISPER HOUSE
by Rebecca Russo - Oct 31, 2019
Black Button Eyes Productions is pleased to announce casting for its Chicago premiere of WHISPER HOUSE, featuring music and lyrics by Duncan Sheik (Spring Awakening), book and additional lyrics by Kyle Jarrow (Spongebob Squarepants Musical), with direction by Artistic Director Ed Rutherford, music direction by Micky York and choreography by Derek Van Barham.
BWW Blog: Diversifying The Critical Landscape and Letting Young People Have Theatrical Spaces
by Student Blogger: Stina Pinsky - Oct 25, 2019
A few weeks ago I saw The Lightning Thief. Usually when a show opens, I don't read the reviews. But in this case I decided to read the first one I saw. And by the end I had very clearly reminded myself why I never read reviews. This show's reviews are just one part of a wider problem: the field of theater criticism as a whole. We need to completely revamp the way that theater is reviewed and the way that theater reviews can bring down a show.
Ryan McCartan, Brian Stokes Mitchell and More at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2019
Next week, 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.
Sundance Institute Theatre Program: An All-Women Cohort To Convene At MASS MoCA Lab
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2019
Sundance Institute's Theatre Program will support three ambitious new works for the stage, and their four women creators, at this year's two-week Theatre Lab at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCA). The Lab, which runs from November 10 to November 24th, will feature the concentrated and abundant time and resources, including individual casting from a dedicated acting company and daily rehearsals, that has long been a signature of Sundance's Labs.
Grand Dance Drama L'AMOUR IMMORTEL Returns For Third Triumphant Run in Hong Kong
by Marianka Swain - Nov 28, 2019
Following its box-office success in 2015, and touring performances in Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Taipei for 4 years, the Hong Kong Dance Company (HKDC) is bringing back its award-winning grand dance drama L'Amour Immortel to Hong Kong Cultural Centre Grand Theatre from 6 to 8 December 2019. Originally an adaptation of Hong Kong film icon Tsui Hark's most emblematic film A Chinese Ghost Story, L'Amour Immortel has won three Hong Kong Dance Awards 2016, including Outstanding Performance by a Female Dancer, Outstanding Performance by a Male Dancer and Outstanding Set Design for Dance.
FROZEN Cast, Joe Iconis & Family, Norm Lewis And More Hit The Feinstein's/54 Below Stage In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 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.
Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards Announce Third Round of 2019 Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2019
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, has announced the recipients of the third round of the 2019 Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards. The awards, totaling $415,000, allow 9 productions extra time for the development and rehearsal of new plays with the entire creative team, hoping to extend the life of the world premiere play after its first run.
Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For GUYS AND DOLLS at Sheffield Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2019
Sheffield Theatres presents Guys and Dolls, starring Natalie Casey (Miss Adelaide), Darragh Cowley (Lt Brannigan), Dafydd Emyr (Big Jule), Jacob Fisher (Harry the Horse), Adrian Hansel (Benny Southstreet), Dawn Hope (General Cartwright), Kadiff Kirwan (Sky Masterson), TJ Lloyd (Nicely-Nicely Johnson), Matthew Malthouse (Rusty Charlie), Martin Marquez (Nathan Detroit), Ross McLaren (Angie the Ox), Garry Robson (Arvide Abernathy), and Alex Young (Sarah Brown) with Shaquille Brush (Havana Boy), Frances Camier (Havana Girl), Charlotte Coggin, Adam Denman, Emily Dunn, Tash Holway, Samantha Hull, Kate Playdon and Anthony Starr.
Gideon Glick Will Take Over Role Of Seymour In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS in January
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2019
Tony Award nominee Gideon Glick (To Kill A Mockingbird, Significant Other) will take over the role of a?oeSeymoura?? in Little Shop of Horrors beginning January 21, for seven weeks through March 8, 2020 at the Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street). Tickets for the newly-added weeks are on sale today, at Telecharge.com.
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Chicago Awards!
by BWW - Nov 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
BWW Review: ArtsWest's HEAD OVER HEELS Certainly 'Got the Beat'!
by Jay Irwin - Nov 25, 2019
Back in 2018, a little show came along to Broadway called a?oeHead Over Heelsa??. All I knew was that it was the story of Sir Philip Sydney's a?oeArcadiaa?? with the songs of the 80's pop group, The Go-Go's. OK, another jukebox musical, we'll see. Then I went to NY and it didn't quite make the list of shows I was seeing. But after I found out more about it, like it was touting having the first trans woman originating a principal role on Broadway. Cool. Maybe I'll see it next time. And then it closed. Well, now ArtsWest has picked it up for its Seattle Premiere and I find that the show itself also speaks to homosexuality and gender identities beyond the binary, but not in a documentary or preachy way. Plus, it's a ton of fun. All of which makes me kick myself for not seeing it when I had the chance. But it's here now and ArtsWest nails it!
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Atlanta Awards!
by BWW - Nov 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
Monumental Theatre Company Announces 2020 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2019
Following its sold-out run of Be More Chill in 2019, the Helen Hayes Award-winning Monumental Theatre Company will be producing three musicals for the upcoming 2020 season: Head Over Heels, The Drowsy Chaperone and Songs for a New World.
GRAMMYS: Who Will Be Nominated for Best Musical Theater Album?
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 19, 2019
Tomorrow morning The Recording Academy® will announce nominees for the 62nd GRAMMY Awards, beginning at approximately 8:20 a.m. ET. Recording Academy president/CEO Deborah Dugan and chair of the board of trustees Harvey Mason Jr. will announce the nominees in select categories in a live-streamed press conference at Studio 43 at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City. CBS host Gayle King will be joined by 2020 Grammys host Alicia Keys in a simulcast sharing the additional categories on CBS This Morning.
Hayley Kiyoko Releases New Single 'L.O.V.E Me'
by Stage Tube - Nov 15, 2019
Boundary-breaking pop star Hayley Kiyoko is back with a new single “L.O.V.E Me” available now via Atlantic Records at all DSPs and streaming services. The infectious and upbeat track shows Kiyoko's playful side as she begs for her crush's love and attention over a beat you can't help but dance to.
A VERY GOLDEN GIRLS CHRISTMAS Will Come to The Ringwald Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2019
Opening November 22nd, 2019 at The Ringwald Theatre in Ferndale, A Very Golden Girls Christmas: An Unauthorized Parody is a delightful mash-up of some of your favorite episodes of the beloved sit-com. This holiday, spend an evening with Rose, Blanche, Sophia, and Dorothy!
54 SINGS KE$HA Will Come to Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2019
FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents 54 Sings KE$HA on November 10th at 9:30pm. a?oeYour Love Is Our Druga?? at 54 Sings Ke$ha! Come get a?oeSleazya?? for a one night only party that is sure to a?oeBlowa?? off the roof at Feinstein's/54 Below. We are a?oePrayinga?? you come a?oeParty At A Rich Dude's Housea?? with us as we pay tribute to the artist who defined our college years and shaped us into the a?oeAnimalsa?? we all are today and honor the one and only a?oeCrazy Beautiful Lifea?? that is Ke$ha!
BWW Readers Recall Their Most Memorable Theatre Experiences!
by Linnae Medeiros - Nov 1, 2019
We asked, and you answered! We recently asked BroadwayWorld readers to name their most memorable theatre experiences, whether in the audience or on stage. Now we've gathered some of the standout answers for you to enjoy, with answers involving Hamilton, The Prom, Head Over Heels, and more. Head down memory lane with these responses!
Weston Playhouse Theatre Company Presents A WESTON WINTER CABARET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2019
Weston Playhouse Theatre Company announces A Weston Winter Cabaret, back for its third year at Walker Farm. Join Weston Young Company alumni on December 13 & 14 at 7:30 pm for two fabulous evenings filled with the songs of the season. This fun, festive show directed by special guest Cabaret Maestro Tim Fort is sure to get you into the holiday spirit! This event is a benefit for the Weston Young Company Program.
BWW Interview: Beth Leavel Opens Up About Getting Into the Mind of Miranda Priestly
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2019
Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel will play the iconic Miranda Priestly in the new musical, The Devil Wears Prada and the role of the wide-eyed assistant, Andy Sachs, will be played by Taylor Iman Jones (Groundhog Day, Head Over Heels). The Pre-Broadway World Premiere of the new musical will open at Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre from July 13-August 15, 2021 for a limited run prior to a Broadway engagement. The production had previously been announced to play in Chicago next year at a different venue.
Kokandy Productions Announces Chicago Premiere of New Musical HUNDRED DAYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2019
Kokandy Productions has announced the Chicago premiere of the bold new musical HUNDRED DAYS, featuring music and lyrics by The Bengsons, and book by The Bengsons and Sarah Gancher. Making its Chicago debut after successful runs at La Jolla Playhouse and New York Theatre Workshop, Hundred Days will be helmed by director/performer Lucky Stiff. Casting will be announced shortly. HUNDRED DAYS will play March 6 - April 12, 2020 at The Chopin Theatre, 1543 W Division St. in Chicago. Tickets will be available at www.kokandyproductions.com, or in person at The Chopin Theatre box office. The press opening is Friday, March 13 at 8 pm.
Kate Baldwin, Kyle Selig, Telly Leung, and More Set For ASTEP Christmas Concert
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2019
Artists Striving to End Poverty is celebrating its Eleventh Annual New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit ASTEP, taking place on Monday, December 9 at 7:00 PM at Joe's Pub at The Public in New York City. A special auction through Charitybuzz will feature exclusive experiences from Moulin Rouge, Jagged Little Pill, Hadestown in addition to Hamilton, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Mean Girls, and so many more!
HBO Max Greenlights GENERATION to Series
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 5, 2019
HBO Max has greenlit the half-hour dramedy, Generation, which marks the streamer's first pilot to get a full series order. The series is created by 18-year old Zelda Barnz and her father Daniel Barnz who also directs. Executive produced by Lena Dunham and Ben Barnz, Generation is a dark yet playful half-hour following a group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.
BWW Flashback: Meet the Stars of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA the Musical!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 4, 2019
As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday,Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel will play the iconic Miranda Priestly in the new musical, The Devil Wears Prada and the role of the wide-eyed assistant, Andy Sachs, will be played by Taylor Iman Jones (Groundhog Day, Head Over Heels).
Breaking: Beth Leavel and Taylor Iman Jones Will Lead THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Musical; Chicago Premiere Pushed to 2021
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 3, 2019
Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel will play the iconic Miranda Priestly in the new musical, The Devil Wears Prada and the role of the wide-eyed assistant, Andy Sachs, will be played by Taylor Iman Jones (Groundhog Day, Head Over Heels). The Pre-Broadway World Premiere of the new musical will open at Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre from July 13-August 15, 2021 for a limited run prior to a Broadway engagement. The production had previously been announced to play in Chicago next year at a different venue.
Photo Flash: Broadway Dreams Showcase in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2019
Broadway Dreams welcomed more than 70 of their top students from around the world to come together at NYC's The Angel Orensanz Foundation to perform for the industry's top professionals. The evening featured performances and work set by Broadway Dreams' faculty members including, Founder and President Annette Tanner, Matthew Scott, Spencer Liff, Nicholas Rodriguez, Christopher Hanke, Mimi Scardulla, Victor Jackson, Tyler Hanes, and Luke Hakins. Students travel from U.S. cities including Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Charlotte, and Washington D.C., and from countries including Russia, Brazil, New Zealand, and Canada.
The Best Cyber Monday Theater Ticket Deals in the San Francisco Bay Area
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2019
Let's face it: You probably have enough stuff. While deals on vacuums and toothbrushes can feel satisfying in the moment, wouldn't you rather get tickets to an unforgettable theatrical experience? That's where we come in. This Cyber Monday (i.e. today!) deals on theater tix are so good they feel like a steal. Whether it's a show you've been planning to see forever, or a deal that's just too good to pass up, today's the day to buy those tickets.
Paul McCartney's HIGH IN THE CLOUDS to be Adapted by Netflix and Gaumont
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 10, 2019
Netflix and Gaumont are producing a new animated feature from iconic songwriter, author and filmmaker, Paul McCartney titled HIGH IN THE CLOUDS based on the popular children's adventure novel of the same title by McCartney and Geoff Dunbar, and Philip Ardagh.