The Plays of William Shakespeare- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 17, 2024
Looking to brush up your Shakespeare? Though they were written over 400 years ago, the his plays continue to enthrall readers and theater enthusiasts alike. Let BroadwayWorld be your guide to insights and appreciation for the enduring brilliance of the Bard's literary legacy.
Review: THE DUCHESS OF MALFI, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
by Debbie Gilpin - Mar 1, 2024
“Sometimes the Devil doth preach.” In a winter season that has arguably gone too light on Shakespeare, it is nonetheless fitting that the final production is a brand new version of John Webster’s bloody tragedy. Dominic Dromgoole’s production opened the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse ten years ago, and now Rachel Bagshaw is on board to direct it on its return to the replica Jacobean theatre.
Jessica Chastain & Al Pacino to Lead New Shakespeare Film LEAR REX
by Michael Major - Feb 28, 2024
Jessica Chastain and Al Pacino are starring in a new film adaptation of Shakespeare’s King Lear. Bernard Rose will write and direct Lear, Rex…, a new adaptation of the classic Shakespeare play. Pacino is attached to play the title character, with Chastain as Goneril. Further casting will be announced at a later date.
AMADEUS Comes to Monte Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
Gloucester Productions will present a 2024 staging of Peter Schaffer's gripping classic play Amadeus, starring Alan Committie as Salieri.
Photos: First Look at BILLY ELLIOT at Paramount Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 17, 2024
Paramount Theatre is ringing in 2024 with a new production of the coming-of-age tale Billy Elliot: The Musical, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork. Performances run through March 24, 2024. Check out production photos here!