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Review: BASKERVILLE - A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at ARTS Theatre
by Barry Lenny - Mar 22, 2024

A familiar story that has been given a comic twist.

Red Bull Theater Announces SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2022 Featuring Larissa FastHorse, Stephen Adly Guirgis & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2022

Red Bull Theater today announced the eight world premieres in this year’s Short New Play Festival 2022. This in-person event is the latest installment of Red Bull’s renowned annual new play festival of classically inspired ten-minute plays.

Westport Country Playhouse to Stream Archival Shows MAN OF LA MANCHA and OF MICE AND MEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2021

Westport Country Playhouse has selected two HD videos from its archives of performances captured live on stage for streaming on demand. The Playhouse’s 2018 production of “Man of La Mancha,” the Tony Award-winning musical following Don Quixote’s quest for “The Impossible Dream,” will stream on-demand from Monday, August 23-Sunday, September 5.

LAST SUMMER AT BLUEFISH COVE Directed by Cynthia Nixon and Produced by Ellen DeGeneres is Heading to Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2020

Producers Harriet Newman Leve, Ellen DeGeneres, Portia de Rossi, Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner have announced a 2020 Broadway bound production of Last Summer at Bluefish Cove.

PEARL ETERNITY Will Play the Huntington Avenue Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2020

Pearl Eternity (PearlTheShow.com), a Broadway style dance-theatre spectacular, inspired by the life of Pearl S. Buck, the first woman to win both the Nobel and the Pulitzer Prizes, will play the Huntington Avenue Theatre (264 Huntington Avenue) on Saturday, January 11 at 8pm. The story, focusing on the substantial influence Pearl had on both Chinese and Western cultures, will be brought to life through choreography by Daniel Ezralow (Ezralow Dance Company, Spiderman: Turn Off The Dark, Cirque du Soleil's LOVE, MOMIX, Sochi Olympics Opening Ceremony, Academy Awards), a new score composed by Jun Miyake (collaborations with Robert Wilson, Pina Bausch, David Byrne and Oliver Stone), story by Zhang Bing, produced by Angela Tang, dazzling visuals, and a company of 20 dancers. The show premiered to great acclaim at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Fun Facts About All 41 Broadway Theatres
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2019

What makes a Broadway theatre? Technically any venue with 500 seats or more, located along Broadway in New York City's Theatre District is a Broadway theatre, and the art that is produced in these special places is widely considered the highest form of theatrical entertainment in the world. Today, forty-one theatres are technically Broadway houses, each with their own rich history. Below, we're giving you the scoop on the life of every one of them!

Stage Directors & Choreographers Foundation Announces Annual Gala
by Julie Musbach - Sep 19, 2018

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the independent, not-for-profit affiliate of SDC, Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, today announced unique plans for its 2019 award evening, which will feature original choreographic pieces resulting from a special commissioning program, with the application period now open. SDCF also announced that Victoria Traube would receive a special 'Mr. Abbott' Award at the event, to be held March 25 at the French Institute Alliance Francaise (FIAF).

Michael Morpurgo Joins The Marlowe as Patron of Creative Opportunities Fund
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2017

Michael Morpurgo has been announced as Patron of The Marlowe's Creative Opportunities Fund.

Freeform Announces 'Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas' Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 21, 2016

Put down the dish towel, stop the cooking and cleaning and come get filled up on Freeform's annual “Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas” programming celebration, starting Thanksgiving Day

The Film Society of Lincoln Center Announces MY FIRST FILM FEST
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2016

The Film Society of Lincoln Center Announces MY FIRST FILM FEST, which aims to bring the excitement and vibrancy of the festival experience to young movie lovers, November 3-8.

THE FULL MONTY Now on Stage through August 14 in Wisconsin
by Rebecca Russo - Jul 29, 2016

 Peninsula Players Theatre, America's Oldest Professional Resident Summer Theatre and Door County's professional theatrical icon, continues its 81st season throughAugust 14 with the lively, uplifting pop-rock musical that takes it all off, 'The Full Monty' with book by Terrence McNally and music and lyrics by David Yazbek.   'The Full Monty.'   'The Full Monty' contains adult themes, language and nudity.

FLY, Inspired by the Tuskegee Airmen, Comes to New Victory Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2016

From training to combat, experience the anguish, fears and triumphs of a brotherhood who fought for freedom abroad -- and at home. FLY, directed by Ricardo Khan, co-founder and former artistic director of Crossroads Theatre Company, and choreographed by Hope Clarke (A Free Man of Color; Jelly's Last Jam; Caroline, or Change) and Omar Edwards (Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk), tells the heroic tale of the Tuskegee Airmen through the eyes of four courageous young men.

FLY, Inspired by the Tuskegee Airmen, Coming to New Victory Theater This March
by BWW News Desk - Feb 24, 2016

From training to combat, experience the anguish, fears and triumphs of a brotherhood who fought for freedom abroad -- and at home. FLY, directed by Ricardo Khan, co-founder and former artistic director of Crossroads Theatre Company, and choreographed by Hope Clarke (A Free Man of Color; Jelly's Last Jam; Caroline, or Change) and Omar Edwards (Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk), tells the heroic tale of the Tuskegee Airmen through the eyes of four courageous young men.

GK ArtsCenter to Present Gelsey Kirkland Ballet's STEALING TIME
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 17, 2016

Interrobang Theatre Project is pleased to conclude its 2015-16 Season, exploring "Unnatural Disasters," with the Midwest premiere of the psychological drama THE NORTH POOL by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph, directed by Co-Artistic Director James Yost*, playing May 27 - June 26, 2016 at The Athenaeum Theatre (Studio 2), 2936 N. Southport Ave. in Chicago. Tickets are currently available at www.interrobangtheatre.org, by calling (773) 935-6875 or in person at The Athenaeum Theatre Box Office. The press opening is Sunday, May 29 at 2 pm.

World Premiere of New Dance Play PEARL Set for Lincoln Center's Koch Theatre, 8/27-30
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 8, 2015

Pearl, a new multi-cultural dance play inspired by the life of Pearl S. Buck, the first woman to win both the Nobel and the Pulitzer Prizes, will have its world premiere at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for 4 performances only, August 27-30th. The story, focusing on the substantial influence Pearl had on both Chinese and Western cultures, will be brought to life through new choreography by Daniel Ezralow (Ezralow Dance Company, MOMIX, Sochi Olympics Opening Ceremony, Academy Awards), a new score composed by Jun Miyake (collaborations with Robert Wilson, Pina Bausch, David Byrne and Oliver Stone), dazzling visuals and a company of 30 dancers.

Little Children Dream of God: Read, Watch, Do
by Roundabout Theatre Company - Mar 31, 2015

Immerse yourself in the world of Little Children Dream of God with our recommended reading, watching and doing lists.

In Performance Video: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU's James Earl Jones
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 30, 2014

Today's New York Times In Performance video features James Earl Jones in the Broadway revival of Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman's 1936 comedy YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU.

YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU Extends Broadway Run Through February 22
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 29, 2014

Producers of You Can't Take It With You, the Pulitzer Prize-winning revival by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, just announced the critically acclaimed show will extend its engagement throughSunday, February 22, 2015.

ANYTHING GOES Plays the The Hobby Center, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2014

The national tour of ANYTHING GOES, the new Broadway revival of Cole Porter's timeless classic musical theatre masterpiece, will make its Houston premiere today, October 14-19 as part of the 2014-2015 Season of Broadway at the Hobby Center.

RadioTheatre's 6th Annual H.P. Lovecraft Festival & Lovecraft Film Festival Kicks Off Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2014

Now in its 10th Season, RadioTheatre (Nominated for a Drama Desk Award, 13 New York Innovative Theatere Awards; Winner of 2 NYIT Awards; Nom. 5 times Best Performance Group) will present in repertory the cult horror classics: THE DUNWICH HORROR, THE SHADOW OVER INNSMOUTH, THE CALL OF CTHULHU, THE BEAST IN THE MOONLIGHT, FROM BEYOND, THE MOON POOL, THE STATEMENT OF RANDOLPH CARTER, and DAGON, live, onstage, complete with award-winning sound design and original orchestral scores, in their latest version of THE H.P. LOVECRAFT FESTIVAL an ongoing tribute to the Grandmaster of 20th Century American Horror himself, H.P. Lovecraft (1890-1937)…in a LIMITED NYC ENGAGEMENT October 2-28 at THE KRAINE THEATER, NYC (85 East 4th Street between 2nd Avenue and Bowery). More info and photos available at www.radiotheatrenyc.com.

Tickets Go on Sale 8/24 for ANYTHING GOES at The Hobby Center This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2014

The national tour of ANYTHING GOES, the new Broadway revival of Cole Porter's timeless classic musical theatre masterpiece, will make its Houston premiere October 14-19 as part of the 2014-2015 Season of Broadway at the Hobby Center. Individual tickets will be on sale beginning Sunday, August 24 at 10:00 a.m.

RadioTheatre's 6th Annual H.P. Lovecraft Festival & Lovecraft Film Festival to be Held 10/2-28
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 18, 2014

Now in its 10th Season, RadioTheatre (Nominated for a Drama Desk Award, 13 New York Innovative Theatere Awards; Winner of 2 NYIT Awards; Nom. 5 times Best Performance Group) will present in repertory the cult horror classics: THE DUNWICH HORROR, THE SHADOW OVER INNSMOUTH, THE CALL OF CTHULHU, THE BEAST IN THE MOONLIGHT, FROM BEYOND, THE MOON POOL, THE STATEMENT OF RANDOLPH CARTER, and DAGON, live, onstage, complete with award-winning sound design and original orchestral scores, in their latest version of THE H.P. LOVECRAFT FESTIVAL an ongoing tribute to the Grandmaster of 20th Century American Horror himself, H.P. Lovecraft (1890-1937)…in a LIMITED NYC ENGAGEMENT October 2-28 at THE KRAINE THEATER, NYC (85 East 4th Street between 2nd Avenue and Bowery). More info and photos available at www.radiotheatrenyc.com.

Adopt a Kitten From Broadway's YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2014

Producers of the upcoming Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman's Pulitzer Prize-winning play You Can't Take It With You and The Humane Society of New York are pleased to announce a new partnership to support the adoption of kittens that will be used in the show. The kittens will be replaced periodically throughout the run as they outgrow their roles.

Johanna Day, Will Brill, Fran Kranz & More Join Cast of YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU Broadway Revival
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 18, 2014

Producers of the upcoming Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman's Pulitzer Prize-winning play You Can't Take It With You announce more cast members for the production which begins rehearsals on Monday, July 21st. The cast will include: Will Brill (Act One) as Ed Carmichael, Fran Kranz (Death of a Salesman) as Tony Kirby, Johanna Day (August: Osage County) as Mrs. Kirby, Nick Corley (The Mystery of Edwin Drood), Austin Durant (War Horse) and Joe Tapper (Witnessed By The World, 59 E 59) as the three G-Men as well as Barrett Doss, Ned Noyes, Pippa Pearthree as understudies. The complete and final cast list will be announced next week.

BWW Reviews: Likeable Frenemies in St. Germain's SCOTT AND HEM at CATF
by Jack L. B. Gohn - Jul 12, 2013

'Every good story's a war story,' says a character in Scott and Hem in the Garden of Allah, premiering at the Contemporary American Theater Festival. That certainly seems to be playwright Mark St. Germain's approach in imagining a 1937 encounter between writers F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway.

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