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THE MANOR Returns To Greystone Hall In West Chester
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2021


Greystone Hall and the Colonial Playhouse of Delaware County present the 2021 production of The Manor, a two-act play by Kathrine Bates, directed by Sam Barrett.  Inspired by a true story from the 1920''s, the play was designed to be performed in the Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills where those events took place.

BWW Review: Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at George Street Playhouse Charms
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 4, 2021


There’s so much to like about the George Street Playhouse (GSP) season opener, Dear Jack, Dear Louise. This is a love story that will please audiences of all ages. Written by Ken Ludwig and directed by the Playhouse’s Artistic Director, David Saint, the charismatic two-hander checks all the boxes for a top show with the finest writing, excellent direction, and wonderful acting.

The New Orleans Ballet Association Announces 2021-2022 Main Stage Dance Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2021


The New Orleans Ballet Association has announced its 2021-2022 Main Stage Dance Season at the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts. NOBA's collection of vibrant, sumptuous, captivating dance offerings represent the best and brightest of what the dance world has to offer today.

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts Announces 2021-2022 Season of Special Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2021


La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts Producing Artistic Director BT McNicholl will welcome you home to a very special return season of truly exhilarating events at the newly renovated theatre! Won’t it be amazing to once again laugh together at the unmistakable comedy of the one-and-only JAY LENO and the always hilarious MARGARET CHO?

The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Announces 2021-2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2021


The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center has announced an exciting 2021-22 season of intimate concerts, live and with an in-person audience, in the Rose Studio: New Milestones, Rose Studio Concerts and The Art of the Recital, as well as a new season of its popular lecture series Inside Chamber Music and more.

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Announces Return to Alice Tully Hall for 2021-22 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2021


The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center has announced its long-awaited return to live concerts in Alice Tully Hall for the 2021-2022 Season with 30 concerts, comprising more than 94 unique works, 14 of which have never before been presented by CMS on the Alice Tully Hall stage.

Theater Stories: CURIOUS INCIDENT, THE BAND'S VISIT, THE INHERITANCE and More About the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2021


Today's Theater Stories features the Ethel Barrymore Theatre! Learn about Ethel Barrymore herself, shows to have graced the theatre's stage, including An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin, Chaplin, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, The Band's Visit, The Inheritance, and many more!

History Of The American Musical: Doug Anderson's Online Class Series Begins March 8
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2021


Town Hall Theater will present THT Artistic Director Doug Anderson's “A History of the American Musical” four-class series, beginning Monday, March 8th.

The Old Globe Announces Upcoming Programming, Featuring a World Premiere Musical by Michael John LaChiusa & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2021


As the world catches glimpses of a return to normalcy and dares to imagine a time when we can once again gather together in our theatre spaces, The Old Globe will produce a hybrid of digital and in-person offerings that encompasses a broad range of thrilling theatre created by a diverse group of major talents.

Conejo Players Theatre Presents LAST TRAIN TO NIBROC
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2021


Conejo Players Theatre Presents LAST TRAIN TO NIBROC, Jan. 22 - 24, 2021. Written by Arlene Hutton. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatist Play Services. Directed by Elena Mills, produced by Beth Eslick.

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Announces Winter Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2020


The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center has announced its Winter 2021 Digital Season, with 26 new digital offerings, available for free, from January 14 to March 26, 2021.  CMS introduces a new online schedule in January, with concerts premiering Thursday evenings and educational and conversational programs premiering on Monday evenings.

What to Watch on HBO Max in December
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 30, 2020


The best gift isn’t under the Christmas tree, it’s on HBO Max! Celebrate Christmas Day with Wonder Woman 1984, starring Gal Gadot, when it flies onto the platform the same day it hits theaters around the country.

Florida Theatrical Association Presents Wanzie's 1970's CHRISTMAS EVE RADIO HOUR
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2020


Florida Theatrical Association Presents Wanzie's 1970's CHRISTMAS EVE RADIO HOUR at The Abbey in downtown Orlando December 20th for two performances, at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com.

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, October 23- with Next On Stage, Shoshana Bean and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 23, 2020


Today (October 23) in live streaming:The next round of Next On Stage, Shoshana Bean sings, and so much more!

BWW Interview: Artie Olaisen - Cabaret Connoisseur Keeping The Craft In The Light
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 22, 2020


Every year Artie Olaisen produces the Cabaret Gala for The Dallas Children's Theater, bringing some of the industry's brightest lights to a town that, one time, boasted a scene but that, now, could use some TLC and attention to revitalize the club and concert industry.

Learn About Jewish Suffragists at A New Zoom Event From The Braid/Jewish Women's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2020


In three weeks it will be time to vote, and women can now cast their ballots because of the hard-fought right that suffragists won for all women one hundred years ago. 

One Night Records To Open UK's First Socially Distanced Immersive Live Music Event LOCKDOWN TOWN
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2020


It's just one week to go until the a?oesecret cinema for musica??, One Night Records, opens its doors for the very first time on Friday, 2 October 2020.

CAREFULLY TAUGHT, A Celebration Of Golden Age Musical Theatre, Will Benefit The Facing History School
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2020


On September 30, 2020 at 8 pm EDT, the stars of Broadway, TV, film, dance, and opera unite for a night of celebration of the Golden Age of Musical Theatre to raise money for The Facing History School.

An Other Theater Company Presents COVID-Safe Drive In Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2020


Even though COVID-19 interrupted An Other Theater Company's plans for their 2020-2021 season, they're metaphorically re-opening their doors for the heartwarming Last Train to Nibroc next month!

Tickets on Sale 20 August For DOCTOR WHO: TIME FRACTURE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2020


Immersive Everywhere today revealed further details for Doctor Who: Time Fracture, a new immersive theatrical event from the team behind The Great Gatsby, the UKa??s longest running immersive show.

BWW Exclusive: THE 101 GREATEST PROTEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - with Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, John Lennon, Kendrick Lamar & More
by Peter Nason - Jun 18, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest protest songs from 1939-2020. See if your favorite songs or artists made the list!

Black Box PAC/Ma'ayanaot Drama Society Goes Online
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2020


Some of the most intensely dedicated theater students at Black Box Studios / Black Box Performing Arts Center are the many young women of the Ma'ayanot Yeshiva HS Drama Society, now in it's 8th and - of course - most unique season.

BWW Interview: At Home With Dorian Woodruff
by Stephen Mosher - May 11, 2020


The reigning king of cabaret elegance talks with Stephen Mosher about style, musicianship, education and jewelry.. a lot of jewelry.

The 101 Greatest Musical Theatre Characters (1940-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best musical theatre characters from 1940-2020; see if your favorites are on our list of the best characters from Broadway musicals.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 7, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest theatrical works (non-musical) from 1920-2020; see if your favorites made the list!

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