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Game of Thrones Limited Edition Single Malt Scotches Available Now At Cask Cartel
by Marina Kennedy - Jan 19, 2019


Sold out pretty much everywhere in the United States, to declare that there is a demand for the official Games of Thrones Collection of single malt scotches would be an extreme understatement. The good news is there's still time as Cask Cartel has all eight Game of Thrones single malt scotches still available for the show's hardcore fans. Anyone who would like to enjoy the eighth and final season of The Game of Thrones, with their official scotch, or complete their personal collection needs to act fast or end up very sadly disappointed.

BWW Album Review: FOLLIES (2018 National Theatre Cast Recording) Touches the Sublime
by David Clarke - Jan 19, 2019


Once one of the costliest flops in Broadway history, FOLLIES is now highly regarded as a true classic in musical theater canon. The well-reviewed National Theatre revival, which ran through January 3, 2018, is scheduled to return to the West End this spring, and the sumptuously lush FOLLIES (2018 National Theatre Cast Recording) is now available digitally.

Austin's The Black Drumset Announce New Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 18, 2019


Austin-based band The Black Drumset will release their new album Charged on March 8. The album is available to pre-order now at Bandcamp. This week the band revealed the official video for 'There's A Shark In The Boat,' the first single from Charged. The video premiered at New Noise Magazine and can also be shared at YouTube. About the song The Black Drumset's Brian Willey told New Noise Magazine, 'The song title is inspired by the feeling of suddenly realizing there is real danger in a situation and you've got to focus and take immediate action to avoid disaster. Humans are really good at denying danger until its too late. The lyrics are written in the language of an interpersonal relationship, but its really about a dangerously divided society.'

BWW Interview: Tony Winner and Grammy Nominee Lindsay Mendez on Her Return to 54 Below and WICKED Past
by Paul Smith - Jan 19, 2019


A Broadway show, Tony Award, Grammy nomination and now a return visit to Feinstein's/54 Below, Lindsay Mendez has had a whirlwind of a year.

BWW REVIEW: History, Homeland and Healing Is Presented In The Wonderful New Australian Work COUNTING & CRACKING
by Jade Kops - Jan 16, 2019


Connection across continents, time and cultures plays out in S. Shakthidhran's bold new play COUNTING & CRACKING.

Photo Coverage: The Cast of THE FERRYMAN Celebrate Their 100th Show on Broadway!
by Monroe George - Jan 16, 2019


Today, the Broadway clan of The Ferryman celebrated their 100th Broadway performance. City Cakes baked up a giant goose shaped cake to celebrate the milestone! Check out the cast and their cake below!

Music Theatre International Awarded Damages In Complaint Against Willful Infringer Theaterpalooza
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2019


Music Theatre International (MTI) has been awarded $450,000 plus attorney's fees by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia for its complaint against Theaterpalooza Community Theater Productions, Inc. 

Photo Flash: First Look at BEWILDERNESS at PlayMakers Repertory Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2019


PlayMakers Repertory Company proudly presents "Bewilderness," a PlayMakers commission and the second production in its 2018/19 PRC2 Kenan Stage series. Written and directed by Zack Fine, "Bewilderness" invites us into the upside-down, creatively chaotic world of a playwright inspired by and obsessed with the great American philosopher, Henry David Thoreau. In this madcap comedy, the famous cabin on Walden Pond plays host not only to Thoreau, but also to his brother, his mother, Ralph Waldo Emerson, some singing doctors, and a wisecracking woodchuck.

NBCUniversal's Bluprint Debuts Writing Flagship Category And New DIY Content To Jump Start The New Year
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 8, 2019


As millions look to make (and keep) resolutions and set new goals to better themselves in the New Year, Bluprint – NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment's state-of-the-art digital lifestyle learning platform and streaming service – is providing thousands of creative options to make 2019 the year to start creating or reconnecting with a favorite activity.

NBCU Cable Entertainment's Bluprint Launches Expanded E-Commerce Platform
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 8, 2019


Bluprint, NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment's state-of-the-art lifestyle learning service, today announced the expansion of its e-commerce and retail platform. The launch of the online store makes Bluprint the premier destination for creativity and self-expression, offering an extensive breadth of high-quality edu-tainment and editorial content, and a companion e-commerce site all in one convenient hub. Bluprint, formerly Craftsy, boasts more than 4,000 hours of original content across 22 categories, ranging from sewing, quilting and knitting, to cooking, art, photography, home decor, yoga, and more. The e-commerce platform will offer curated supplies and kits that support many of these creative endeavors.

Three Brothers Bakery Celebrates a Sweet New Year with Milestone Anniversary in 2019
by Marina Kennedy - Jan 6, 2019


January marks the start of a sweet 2019, as Three Brothers Bakery looks forward to commemorating their 70th anniversary. Three Brothers Bakery opened in Houston on May 8, 1949 and will roll out a series of specials and promotions throughout the year to celebrate. Mardi Gras also begins this month, on January 6, so customers can begin placing their orders for the bakery's famous King Cakes.

Marinda Anderson, Genevieve Angelson, and Dan Daily Join Cast of THE CAKE
by Julie Musbach - Jan 4, 2019


Complete casting has been announced for the New York premiere of The Cake, written by Bekah Brunstetter

Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards
by Alan Henry - Jan 4, 2019


We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!

Review: BWW's Shari Barrett Selects Her Favorite Plays in 2018
by Shari Barrett - Jan 2, 2019


The month marks the start of my 7th year as a reviewer for Broadway World Los Angeles. With awards season in full bloom each January, many people ask me what my favorite shows were for the previous year. Since I see 3-5 shows per week, that is a difficult and time-consuming task for me to accomplish. But for 2018, I decided to go back through all the 188 reviews/articles I wrote for every show I saw and selected my top shows month-by-month. And what fun it was to go back and select one photo from each of the top 39 shows I selected.

Ten Times New York Theatre Tackled Political and Social Issues in 2018
by Michael Dale - Dec 31, 2018


Sure, Broadway is traditionally known for its glitz and glamour, but New York audiences have never shied away from socially relevant theatre, either. And while controversial issues are more frequently discussed Off-Broadway, 2018 saw a great many political and social themes brought up throughout Manhattan's stages. So here are Ten Times New York Theatre Tackled Political and Social Issues in 2018

Celebrate Elvis' Birthday at Graceland
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 26, 2018


Music fans from around the world will travel to Elvis Presley's Graceland® next week to celebrate the King of Rock 'n' Roll's 84th birthday. Numerous events are scheduled for January 5-8, 2019, including The Auction at Graceland, events with Elvis' good friend Jerry Schilling, a special 'birthday bash' in the Elvis Presley's Memphis entertainment and exhibit complex, the annual Birthday Proclamation on the front lawn of the Graceland mansion and a performance by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. Fans will also have the opportunity to see the Medal of Freedom recently awarded to Elvis. Many of the birthday celebration events will be held at The Guest House at Graceland, the new AAA Four Diamond-rated resort hotel located just steps from Graceland. For a complete day-by-day schedule visit Graceland.com. Highlights include:

Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards!
by BWW Staff - Dec 24, 2018


It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

BWW Interview: Wil Love and Carl Schurr, Veteran Actors Of The Everyman Theatre
by Charles Shubow - Dec 26, 2018


I have been a huge fan of both Wil Love and Carl Schurr for many years. They are currently both performing in Everyman Theatre's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST which ends its run Dec. 30, 2018. They have become two patriarchs of the Baltimore theatre scene. Since their meeting at Center Stage in 1971, they have performed, produced, and adapted hundreds of performances both regionally and nationally. Now in their 10th year as Resident Company Members at Everyman Theatre, Wil and Carl have plenty of war stories and advice to share. I connected with these two venerable performances to learn more about their story.

Backstage Bite with Katie Lynch: Two Cindy Lou Whos Get in the Christmas Spirit with Grinch-Inspired Cake Pops!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 21, 2018


In this episode, Katie is joined in the kitchen by  not one, but two Cindy Lou Whos from How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Mackenzie Mercer and Avery Sell! Check out the recipe for Katie's Fuzzy Grinch Finger Cake Pops below!

Stealing the Spotlight: Counting Down the Best Musical Moments of 2018
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 31, 2018


How do we love thee, 2018? Let us count the ways! Twelve musicals opened on Broadway in 2018, making way for dozens of jaw-dropping performances from seasoned veterans, fresh faces, and everyone in between.

Experience The Magic Of The Holiday Season At Tulalip Resort Casino
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2018


The 2018 Holiday Season is in full swing and Tulalip Resort Casino is hoping to be first on everyone's list as their "Home Away from Home" during the most wonderful time of the year. During the holidays, guests can indulge in irresistible food and beverage specials throughout the Resort.

The Old Globe to Present the Sixth Annual POWERS NEW VOICES FESTIVAL
by Julie Musbach - Dec 17, 2018


The Old Globe today announced it will present the sixth annual Powers New Voices Festival, a weekend of readings of new American plays by some of the most exciting voices writing for the American theatre today, playing January 18-20, 2019.

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Berkshires Awards!
by BWW Staff - Dec 17, 2018


There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Immersive, Limited Engagement Of William Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT Comes To Long Island City This January
by Julie Musbach - Dec 12, 2018


Queens-based Rude Grooms (www.rudegrooms.com) announced details for their production of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, led by actor-manager Montgomery Sutton (Twelfth Night at Shakespeare's Globe; Much Ado About Nothing with Rude Grooms), produced in partnership with Long Island City Artists at the Plaxall Gallery and sponsored by Mikkeller Brewing NYC. The show runs January 4-6 at the Plaxall Gallery (5-25 46th Avenue, LIC) at 7:30pm, with a Twelfth Night Party beginning at 6:30pm each night for VIP ticket holders featuring a variety of musical guests to be announced in the coming days. Tickets are limited and on sale now at rudegrooms.com.

VICTORIA & ALBERT: THE WEDDING Premieres 1/13 and 1/20 on PBS
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 12, 2018


VICTORIA & ALBERT: THE WEDDING, a new two-part series hosted by popular Royal historian Lucy Worsley, premieres Sundays, January 13 and 20, 2019, 10:00-11:00 p.m. (check local listings) on PBS. A BBC Studios production for PBS, this entertaining series provides an insider's look into the elaborate planning that went into one of the most famous weddings of all time: the romantic 1840 union of Queen Victoria and her consort Prince Albert. With the help of a team of experts, Lucy oversees the meticulous recreation of the most important elements of the wedding celebration, scouring history books, archives, newspapers and even Victoria's own diaries for details. The perfect accompaniment to the latest season of MASTERPIECE's hit series 'Victoria,' VICTORIA & ALBERT: THE WEDDING is a unique celebration of an enduring love that captured the imagination then and now - and a wedding that set the standard for generations of future brides everywhere.

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