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All Star Productions to Present BABES IN ARMS
by Tyler Peterson - May 18, 2016


Continuing our commitment to producing revivals of rarely produced Musicals, we are proud to announce that our next show will be the first UK Staging in almost 15 years of the original version of BABES IN ARMS.

Gwen Taylor to Star in NIGHT MUST FALL UK Tour, Aug. 19
by Christina Mancuso - May 16, 2016


The Original Theatre Company and Salisbury Playhouse in association with Eastbourne Theatres will present the national tour of Emlyn Williams's psychological thriller, NIGHT MUST FALL, directed by Luke Sheppard and starring Gwen Taylor as Mrs Bramson.  The tour will begin at Devonshire Park Theatre in Eastbourne on 19 August, with a National press night on Wednesday 7 September at Salisbury Playhouse.

Could Lady Gaga Join Bradley Cooper in A STAR IS BORN Remake?
by Tyler Peterson - May 2, 2016


With Beyonce officially no longer attached, Warner Bros. is once more on the hunt for the female lead in its long-gestating remake of A STAR IS BORN.

The Auditorium Theatre to Present CHICAGO RHYTHM FEST as Part of 'STOMPING GROUNDS'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2016


The Auditorium Theatre presents Chicago Rhythm Fest, the culminating performance of Chicago Human Rhythm Project's two-month, citywide festival STOMPING GROUNDS, on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 7:30PM.

Bridge Street Theatre to Welcome Pianist Roy Eaton in I REMEMBER MAMA
by BWW News Desk - Apr 21, 2016


Acclaimed classical pianist Roy Eaton brings his artistry to Catskill's intimate Bridge Street Theatre Speakeasy on Sunday afternoon May 8th in a program designed especially for Mother's Day called "I Remember Mama".

Canton Symphony Presents 44th Annual Kinder Concert Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2016


The Canton Symphony Orchestra (CSO) will present its 44th annual Kinder Concert, titled 'Touch the Brightest Star' today, April 13, at 9:45 and 10:45am and tomorrow, April 14, at 9:45am in the Great Court of Canton's Cultural Center for the Arts.

Amas Musical Theatre Honors Tony Winner Priscilla Lopez at Gala Benefit Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 28, 2016


Amas Musical Theatre, New York City's award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, celebrates its 47th Anniversary at a gala benefit tonight, Monday, March 28th, 2016 at the Baruch Performing Arts Center(East 25th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues). Honorary Chair for the event is Tony Award winning actress, singer and dancer Donna McKechnie.  The master of ceremonies for the evening is noted theatre journalist Peter Filichia.

Pinter's BETRAYAL, NOT ABOUT NIGHTINGALES & More Set for Raven Theatre's 2016-17 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 24, 2016


For its 2016-17 season, the 33-year-old Raven Theatre Company will again bring new plays and playwrights to Chicago audiences along with revivals of classic and lesser-known works by masters of modern drama. Michael Menendian, producing artistic director, today announced a lineup that includes the early Tennessee Williams play Not About Nightingales and Pinter'sBetrayal as well as the Midwest premieres of Richard Greenberg's recent Broadway hit The Assembled Parties and Red Velvet by Lolita Chakrabarti, one of the U.K.'s most acclaimed new playwrights, and the world premiere of Sycamore - a drama of contemporary family life set in the Midwest by New York-based playwright Sarah Sander.

George M. Cohan and Eugene O'Neill: Two Irish-Americans Who Helped Define Broadway
by Michael Dale - Mar 17, 2016


A St. Patrick's Day toast to the Father of the American Musical Comedy and The Father of the American Drama.

Canton Symphony Presents 44th Annual Kinder Concert, 4/13
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 15, 2016


The Canton Symphony Orchestra (CSO) will present its 44th annual Kinder Concert, titled “Touch the Brightest Star” onApril 13 at 9:45 and 10:45am and on April 14 at 9:45am in the Great Court of Canton's Cultural Center for the Arts.  The full-orchestra concert is designed to engage and educate children in grades Pre-K through First and will be conducted by CSO Associate Conductor Dr. Rachel L. Waddell. 

Catalina Bar & Grill to Present Alexis Gershwin in GERSHWIN SINGS GERSHWIN, 3/22
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2016


Catalina Bar & Grill will present singer ALEXIS GERSHWIN, the niece of the iconic American composer and lyricist, GEORGE & IRA GERSHWIN, in a 75-minute musical journey and salute to her uncle's music in a show entitled 'GERSHWIN SINGS GERSHWIN,' backed by The Gershwin Singers & Band, under the musical direction of Steven Applegate, to be presented One Night Only on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 8:30 p.m. at Catalina Bar & Grill; 6725 West Sunset Boulevard (just east of North Highland Avenue); Los Angeles, CA 90028. There is $20 Cover Charge, plus dinner or a two-drink minimum per person. Valet Parking is available.

Galeca Names Top-Ten Movies About the Academy Awards in Prep for Sunday's Oscars
by Louisa Brady - Feb 27, 2016


Flashback Friday! The Board of the Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association, which is comprised of over 140 film and TV journalists and/or critics nationwide, had fun last February picking its choices for the very best (or at least dishiest) movies through the years that have somehow included the Academy Awards ® in their storylines (note: GALECA is not affiliated with the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences). Let's revisit GALECA's Top 10 Movies That Costar Oscar ®, ranked from 1 to 10 below, shall we? 

Cyndi Lauper & More Featured on Willie Nelson's Gershwin Tribute Album, Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2016


Legacy Recordings has just released SUMMERTIME: WILLIE NELSON SINGS GERSHWIN, available today, February 26, 2016.

Mirvish Theatre Announces 2016-17 Season ft North American Premieres of 'STRICTLY BALLROOM' & 'MRS HENDERSON'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 16, 2016


David Mirvish has announced today the 14 shows in the 2016 - 2017 Mirvish Theatre Season. There will be seven shows in the Mainstage Subscription Series, three in the Off-Mirvish Subscription Series, and four bonus shows not on subscription.

MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS Transfers to the West End Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2016


Following a sell-out season at the Theatre Royal Bath this summer, MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS opens at the Noel Coward Theatre tonight 9 February 2016, for a strictly limited season, with a press night on Tuesday 16 February 2016.

VIDEOS: Five Broadway Songs That Confronted American Audiences On Racism
by Michael Dale - Jan 18, 2016


Five moments when Broadway songwriters risked shocking and angering patrons with discomforting truths.

Cyndi Lauper & More Featured on Willie Nelson's Gershwin Tribute Album; Out 2/26
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 15, 2016


Legacy Recordings today announced forthcoming release of Summertime: Willie Nelson Sings Gershwin on Friday, February 26, 2016.

Kraft HockeyvilleTM USA in Search of America's Most Passionate Hockey Communities
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 4, 2016


Today the puck officially drops on Kraft HockeyvilleTM USA 2016 at the 2016 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic featuring the Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins broadcast on NBC at 1 p.m. ET.

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 1/2-1/3/2016
by - Jan 3, 2016


Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, January 3, 2016 - Sunday, January 3, 2016.

Julian Ovenden Signs New Record Deal!
by Carrie Dunn - Dec 16, 2015


Star of Downton Abbey and regular on the West End and Broadway stage, Julian Ovenden has signed a new record deal with East West Records (home to artists including Alexander Armstrong, Hugh Laurie, Simply Red and The Corrs).

Beyonce Will Not Star in Bradley Cooper's Remake of A STAR IS BORN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 14, 2015


Despite reports to the contrary, Bradley Cooper insisted that Beyonce will not star in the highly anticipated remake of A STAR IS BORN.

Canton Symphony Orchestra to Present Sixth Annual SYMPHONYLAND Series, 1/13
by Matt Smith - Dec 8, 2015


CANTON, OHIO (December 15, 2015) – After six years bringing music to children ages 3 to 6 years, the SymphonyLand Series is going strong!  Presented by the Canton Symphony Orchestra (CSO) and sponsored in part by The Hoover Foundation, SymphonyLand trios introduce children to the instruments of the orchestra in an interactive format created specifically to engage young listeners.  The series begins with the string trio on Wednesday January 13 and Saturday January 16 at 10am and 11am each day in Foundation Hall of the Zimmermann Symphony Center (2331 17th Street NW, Canton).

Donmar Warehouse Announces 2016 Spring Season - World Premiere of ELEGY, Revival of FAITH HEALER and More!
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 1, 2015


Donmar Warehouse Announces the 2016 Spring Season!

Lee Greenwood to Perform 'God Bless the USA' at Redskins-Saints Game, 11/15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2015


Academy of Country Music Award-winning artist, Lee Greenwood, will perform his iconic, patriotic song 'God Bless the USA' prior to kick off Sunday, Nov. 15 at FedExField, presented by ACM Lifting Lives.

Lee Greenwood to Perform 'God Bless the USA' Prior to Sunday's Kickoff at FedEX Field
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2015


Academy of Country Music Award-winning artist Lee Greenwood will perform his iconic, patriotic song “God Bless the U.S.A.” prior to kickoff Sunday, Nov. 15 at FedExField, presented by ACM Lifting Lives®.

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