The Witch 1989

Opened: October 28, 1989
Closing: December 03, 1989

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The Wardrobe Ensemble To Present BABETTE COLE'S PRINCESS SMARTYPANTS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024


Experience the roar of BABETTE COLE'S PRINCESS SMARTYPANTS as it takes the stage.

THE BOY & THE HERON Coming to Max Under New Deal With Studio Ghibli
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2024


Max and GKIDS renew their exclusive multiyear U.S. licensing deal for the Studio Ghibli catalogue, extending their partnership to bring beloved animated films to audiences. As part of the deal, Max will be the future home of the Oscar-winning and Golden Globe-winning film “The Boy and the Heron,” later this year.

Everything New On Max This March: What's Coming & Going
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024


Discover the latest additions coming to Max this March. Stay updated on the newest releases and must-watch shows. Plus, find out what titles are leaving in March. Get ready to stream your favorites!

FAN EXPO Philadelphia To Return With Lopez, Gunn, Day, McKenzie Among First Stars
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024


FAN EXPO Philadelphia returns with a star-studded lineup including Mario Lopez, Sean Gunn, Felicia Day, Ben McKenzie, and more.

HeIsTheArtist Releases Remix EP On Valentine's Day
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2024


The EP begins with a vintage cinematic cover of Judy Garland's 'I'm Always Chasing Rainbows' and HeIsTheArtist's original song 'Mi Amor,' which pays homage to 'The Wizard of Oz' and 'The West Side Story.' These songs also introduce the overarching theme of the EP - showing empathy towards those who wish for a different life.

The Coolidge Corner Theatre Announces Winter / Spring 2024 Lineup Of Weekly Kids' Shows
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2023


The Coolidge Corner Theatre (‘the Coolidge') has announced the winter/spring 2024 lineup of its weekly Kids' Shows. Sure to delight all ages, the new season launches on Sunday, January 7 at 10:30am with a live performance by The Stacey Peasley Band.

What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023


Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'

Photos: First Look at UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH at Southwark Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2023


Check out photos of Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch at Southwark Playhouse!

Review: UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH, Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 15, 2023


Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch, written by Robyn Grant and Daniel Foxx with music by Tim Gilvin, tells the “true” story of Ursula, starting from her childhood and ending with what happens after The Little Mermaid (both 1989 and 2023).

What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.

MAKE ME GORGEOUS!, The Story Of LGBTQ+ Trailblazer Kenneth Marlowe, To Open In NYC During Transgender Awareness Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2023


Discover the inspiring true story of Kenneth 'Mr. Madam' Marlowe and his impact on the LGBTQ+ community. Make Me Gorgeous! opens in NYC this November during Transgender Awareness Week, don't miss it!

Find Out What Halloween Horror Is Coming to Peacock This October
by Michael Major - Sep 18, 2023


No tricks, just treats. With over 500 titles to explore, Peacock has something to get everyone in the Halloween spirit. Please see below for new and recently added titles as well as a scary line-up of seasonal content. Check out what TV episodes, movies, documentaries, specials and more you can stream on Peacock this October!

BEST IN DRAG SHOW Comes to the Orpheum Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023


The Best in Drag Show 2023, the most fun, fabulous, fearless, farcical fundraiser of the year, returns to the Orpheum Theatre stage on Sunday, October 1st at 7pm. Learn more about the event and find out how to get tickets here!

UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH Announces London Run and UK Tour
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 10, 2023


Critically acclaimed musical parody Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch is set to return this December following its highly successful 2022 UK tour. With an original hot pop soundtrack and trademark filthy humour, the production will splash into Southwark Playhouse Elephant for 10 weeks this winter before swimming across the UK through to summer 2024.

WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT to Launch UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2023


Discover the latest updates on the highly anticipated UK tour of WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT. Find out when and where the show will be taking place, and get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure with your favorite characters. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of this beloved children's show live on stage.

Interview: Chatting With Taavon Gamble, Director and Choreographer of Reagle Music Theatre's Staging of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 25, 2023


There was “The Summer of ’42,” then “The Summer of ’69,” but this is definitely the summer of Taavon Gamble.

Kate Burton & More to Star in DIAL M FOR MURDER at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2023


Westport Country Playhouse will stage a new adaption of the classic suspense thriller of blackmail and revenge, “Dial M for Murder,” July 11 through July 29.

Performance Space New York to Present I WANNA BE WITH YOU EVERYWHERE, Envisioned by and for Disability Communities
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2023


Organized by desire and need, and nurtured by Arika, Amalle Dublon, Jerron Herman, Carolyn Lazard, Park McArthur, Alice Sheppard and Constantina Zavitsanos—IWBWYE, I wanna be with you everywhere is returning this summer.

THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to Broadway Palm
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023


 This summer, Broadway Palm is going under the sea with Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID playing July 7 through August 12, 2023. This full-scale, stage production is based on the popular 1989 animated film of the same name that quickly became a Disney favorite. 

Jodi Benson Defends THE LITTLE MERMAID Lyric Changes For New Film
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023


Jodi Benson, the original voice of Ariel in the 1989 animated film version of The Little Mermaid, is defending the lyric changes in the upcoming 2023 live action remake. Earlier this year, composer Alan Menken revealed that lyrics in 'Poor Unfortunate Souls' and 'Kiss the Girl' had been updated to reflect a modern day Disney princess.

Review Roundup: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Live Action Remake Swims Into Theaters
by Michael Major - May 22, 2023


'The Little Mermaid' stars Halle Bailey (Chloe x Halle, 'The Color Purple') as Ariel; Tony Award winner Daveed Diggs ('Hamilton,' 'Snowpiercer') as the voice of Sebastian; Melissa McCarthy ('Bridesmaids') as Ursula; Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric; and more. Find out what critics thought and read The Little Mermaid reviews now!

Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs Will Lead Film Adaptation of Memoir THE SALT PATH, Directed by Marianne Elliott
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2023


Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs will lead an upcoming film adaptation of Raynor Winn’s memoir The Salt Path.

Video: Original LITTLE MERMAID Star Jodi Benson Praises Halle Bailey at LA Premiere
by Michael Major - May 9, 2023


Jodi Benson, the original voice of Ariel in Disney's 1989 version of The Little Mermaid, praised the live-action film's star, Halle Bailey, at last night's LA premiere. As the stars of the new film attended the blue carpet event, cameras caught a sweet moment between Benson and Bailey embracing. Watch the video now!

Interview: Sharon McNight of SURVIVING CABARET: 40 YEARS OF STORIED SONGS at The Green Room 42
by Michael Walters - Apr 9, 2023


The diva returns to New York with a new show full of Music and Laughs.

FUENTA OVEJUNA to be Presented at Theatre for a New Audience in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2023


Theatre for a New Audience will present the Off-Broadway premiere in English of the great Spanish author Lope de Vega’s Fuente Ovejuna (1612), translated by the late British poet, novelist, and playwright Adrian Mitchell.

The Witch FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Witch have there been?
The Witch has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1989.

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