SIX THE MUSICAL Finds New Cast For Australian Run
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
SIX THE MUSICAL has announced a new Australian cast for its upcoming return, with seasons at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre, Theatre Royal Sydney, and QPAC's Playhouse Theatre featuring six queens including Sarah Murr, Mia Paris Scalise, and Lorinda May Merrypor.
Helen Shute Appointed CEO of English National Opera and London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
English National Opera announced Helen Shute, current CEO of Rambert, as its new Chief Executive Officer. She will also lead London Coliseum Limited, succeeding Jenny Mollica, who steps down after six years.
Short Attention Span Theatre to Showcase New Plays in Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Short Attention Span Theatre will present an evening of six new short plays at the Gilded Saloon in Edinburgh on April 1, 2026. The event features a lineup of award-winning writers, including a Carnegie-nominated author and a newly published novelist. The plays, which cover genres from comedy to horror, offer a unique theatrical experience ahead of the main Fringe season. This showcase highlights the talents of established and emerging writers, providing a platform for innovative and diverse sto
Young Texas Artists to Host 2026 BACH, BEETHOVEN & BARBECUE Gala in Conroe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Arts nonprofit Young Texas Artists pulling out all the stops to celebrate its home state. The 2026 Bach, Beethoven & Barbecue gala will be a grand, boot-stomping salute to Texas.
Cast Announced for Third Season of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Tour; First Look!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023
The complete cast has been announced for the third touring season of the First National Tour of tTo Kill a Mockingbird. Learn more about the cast and check out all new photos here!
BWW Review: BALLETX ~ EXUBERANCE AND EXTRAORDINARY TECHNIQUE at Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Oct 23, 2021
For me, an exciting evening in the theater and in the world of ballet. The name Ballet'X' connotes a modern term denoting non-gendered, non-binary, and inclusivity. I instantly discerned that this company was on top of the latest consciousness, and has incorporated not only this, but the latest trend of mixing forms of dance together, the latest in staging and technology, and superbly trained young, up-and-coming dancers. The program for the evening consisted of three new works, by three diverse, world-renowned choreographers, all set on the dancers in the company. This young company, based in Philadelphia, is amazingly together with an eclectic repertoire, presenting a clean, fully executed array of interesting choreography and interpretations.
BWW Feature: Changing Narratives in Dance; A Conversation with Misty Copeland and Dada Masilo
by Valerie-Jean Miller - May 27, 2021
Informative, Inquisitive, Inclusive, Invigorating, Illuminating, Interesting and Introspective. That’s how I would describe the Insightful Conversation between Misty Copeland and Dada Masilo, which was Curated and Produced by The Music Center, with Dance Media and Dance Magazine..
Review: LINDA VISTA Offers a Comically Unsettling Look at the Contemporary Dating Scene
by Shari Barrett - Jan 19, 2019
Now being presented by Center Theatre Group at the Mark Taper Forum, directed by Dexter Bullard who also helmed the Steppenwolf production, LINDA VISTA features actor Ian Barford who has originated four roles in Letts' canon of plays, and has remained friends with the playwright for 30 years. But no doubt Letts' very contemporary and biting social commentary on the immaturity of men when it comes to dealing with women and adult life will no doubt upset many in the audience when it becomes apparent Wheeler will never be ready to grow up. After all, it seems the older he gets, the younger he wants to become even when his body won't go along with the idea. It's comically unsettling and all too real when it comes to the contemporary dating scene.
BWW REVIEW: Sydney Theatre Company's Annual Piece of Political Satire Takes To The Larger Stage With THE WHARF REVUE: DEJÀ REVUE
by Jade Kops - Nov 16, 2018
In its 18th year, Sydney Theatre Company's annual political parody rises to new levels of creative brilliance with THE WHARF REVUE: DEJÀ REVUE.
Photo Flash: International City Theatre Presents A SPINTERED SOUL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2018
"Think of these memories as sharp slivers embedded in the soul."International City Theatre presents a gripping drama about war refugees haunted by the death of their loved ones - and by memories of the things they had to do to survive.A Splintered Soul by Long Beach-based playwright Alan L. Brooks opens Oct. 19 atInternational City Theatre in the Long Beach Performing Arts Center. Two low-priced previews take place Oct. 17 and Oct. 18.
Photo Flash: TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Celebrates the Holidays with AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2017
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley celebrates the holiday season with a riotous escapade, Around the World in 80 Days. Taking place in an 1870s alive with danger, romance, and comic surprises, fearless adventurer Phileas Fogg and his faithful valet circle the globe in an unheard-of 80 days. In the hilariously theatrical style of The 39 Steps, five actors portray dozens of characters in a thrilling race against time and treachery, recreating one of the greatest adventures of all time. Full of stampeding elephants, raging typhoons, and runaway trains, Around the World in 80 Days, adapted by the award-winning playwright Mark Brown, offers an imaginative and ingenious expedition for the whole family. Directed by TheatreWorks Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley, Around the World in 80 Days will be presented November 29 December 31, 2017 (press opening: December 2) at the Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for THE WIZARD OF OZ at Sheffield Theatres
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2017
The technicolour classic that takes the whole family to the Emerald City and back again. Join Dorothy and all her friends for this glorious technicolor production of the timeless classic, The Wizard of Oz. Skip along the yellow brick road and journey through munchkin land all the way to Oz, carried along by all your favourite tunes, including Over the Rainbow and We're Off to See the Wizard, in this festive family spectacular.
Photo Flash: First Look at AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2017
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley celebrates the holiday season with a riotous escapade, Around the World in 80 Days. Taking place in an 1870s alive with danger, romance, and comic surprises, fearless adventurer Phileas Fogg and his faithful valet circle the globe in an unheard-of 80 days. In the hilariously theatrical style of The 39 Steps, five actors portray dozens of characters in a thrilling race against time and treachery, recreating one of the greatest adventures of all time. Full of stampeding elephants, raging typhoons, and runaway trains, Around the World in 80 Days, adapted by the award-winning playwright Mark Brown, offers an imaginative and ingenious expedition for the whole family.Directed by TheatreWorks Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley, Around the World in 80 Days will be presented November 29 December 31, 2017 (press opening: December 2) at the Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
Photo Coverage: COMPANY & HELLO DOLLY Tie For Best Musical at Berkshire Theatre Critics Awards
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 7, 2017
Critics J. Peter Bergman and Macey Levin once again hosted the ceremony, which saw top honors for Best Play go to the Berkshire Theatre Group's production of David Auburn's Lost Lake, and a tie between Barrington Stage Company's production of Stephen Sondheim's Company and the Mac-Haydn Theatre's production of Hello, Dolly! for Best Musical.
Review: It's Easy to See Your Own Crazy Family in IN-LAWS, OUTLAWS AND OTHER PEOPLE (That Should Be Shot)
by Shari Barrett - Nov 6, 2017
No doubt, each of us has those out-of-kilter family members everyone makes fun of for their quirks and strange behaviors when the family gets together for the holidays. After all, don't we all laugh at movies, TV shows and plays designed to make fun of those types of people to make us realize we are not alone in our trying times with our own families? Such is the case in Steve Franco's timely holiday comedy IN-LAWS, OUTLAWS AND OTHER PEOPLE (that Should Be Shot), being presented by Theatre Palisades and brilliantly directed by Ria Parody Erlich so that each bad habit of the strange Douglas family is brought to life thoroughly by her 15 talented actors each and every moment they are onstage, whether speaking or not. Running through December 10, this dysFUNctional family holiday comedy will leave you quite merry with laughter!
Review: The 2017 PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS Takes Audience on The Grand Tour of Europe
by Shari Barrett - Aug 11, 2017
For those who have never attended THE PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS live show or its sister event THE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS in Laguna Beach, you are missing a wonderful treasure of not only art but theatrical spectacle during which historical works of arts are brought to life with real people stepping in to portray the characters in each piece of art, be it a painting, sculpture, or promotional advertisement for artistic spectacles taking place all over the world. Each person is costumed to perfectly represent the characters being portrayed, making each presentation a wonder of creativity and awe.
Photo Flash: Michael Moore Steps Into the Broadway Spotlight in TERMS OF MY SURRENDER
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 7, 2017
Academy Award-winning filmmaker, best-selling author, and political icon Michael Moore makes his Broadway debut in The Terms of My Surrender. The limited 12-week engagement is currently in previews at Broadway's Belasco Theatre (111 W 44th Street) with an official opening night set for Thursday, August 10, 2017.
BWW Review: Summer Audiences Can Chill Out With Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS at the Alley Theatre
by Gary Laird - Jul 27, 2017
Chill out. Alfred Hitchcock's THE 39 STEPS is at the Alley.
Photo Flash: THE ASSIGNMENT Kicks Off with Meet and Greet and Design Presentation
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 30, 2017
Houses on the Moon Theater Company (Emily Joy Weiner, Co-Founder & Artistic Director; Kevin Connor, Managing Director) will present two world premiere productions in repertory developed through company workshops: The Assignment, a new original play by Camilo Almonacid, directed by Emily Joy Weiner, is a co-production with Rhymes Over Beats (Patrick Blake, Artistic Director; Cate Cammarata, Associate Artistic Director), and will be performed in repertory with gUN COUNTRY, curated by Jeffrey Solomon and Emily Joy Weiner,written, developed and performed by Houses On The Moon company members and directed by Jenna Worsham.
BWW Review: COMPANY Musically Examines the Benefits and Pitfalls of Marriage
by Shari Barrett - Mar 6, 2017
Over the years, I have seen many productions of COMPANY and am pleased to tell you the current production at the Morgan-Wixson in Santa Monica is by far the best one I have ever seen thanks to the brilliant direction and fabulous casting done by Kristin Towers-Rowles, herself a triple-threat performer who could no doubt shine in any of the musical's roles herself. The entire revival is perfect in all aspects including musical direction by Daniel Koh, the glorious 70s costumes designed by Michael Mullen, the fabulous multi-level New York-inspired set designed by William Wilday, evocative, attention-focusing lighting designed by Donny Jackson, and the fun choreography by Jaime Pierce, which all combine to make this the perfect introduction to Sondheim's body of work.
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