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Interview: Jessica Penzias, Book Writer of New Musical FROM THE MIXED UP FILES OF MRS. BASIL E. FRANKWEILER
by Neil Shurley - August 03, 2022
The joy of sharing this timeless story with a group of people is what fuels our creative process.
Columbia Children's Theatre Presents MATILDA The Musical Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2022
Columbia Children's Theatre presents Matilda the Musical next month. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, this Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of Matilda, a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers.
Interview: Playwright Kareem Fahmy Discusses DODI & DIANA, Debuting at South Carolina New Play Festival
by Neil Shurley - July 26, 2022
'There are parts of her story that people choose to leave out because it DOESN'T fit into the narrative they want to tell about her.'
DISNEY ON ICE Returns to Bon Secours Wellness Arena in November
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2022
The celebration of the century comes alive in Disney On Ice presents Let's Celebrate! This monumental ice-skating spectacular returns to Bon Secours Wellness Arena from November 23-27.
Interview: Marcus Paul James of AIN'T TOO PROUD at Peace Center
by Neil Shurley - July 24, 2022
AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS follows the beloved Motown group's journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, ultimately landing them 42 Top Ten Hits.
Interview: Glenda Manwaring, Director of CHILDREN OF EDEN at Mill Town Players Simpsonville
by Neil Shurley - July 20, 2022
This musical is entertaining, fun, and joyous
Event Recap: Playwright Kate Hamill Launches the South Carolina New Play Festival
by Neil Shurley - July 18, 2022
'I'm interested in creating works that are surprising, irreverent, and inherently theatrical.'
Review: AIDA Glows at Glow Lyric Theatre
by Neil Shurley - July 17, 2022
This stripped-down AIDA literally glows with life.
Interview: Christopher Rose, Director of HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY at Mill Town Players
by Neil Shurley - July 16, 2022
'We all know pain, sorrow, hurt and loneliness. Hank Williams knew these things intimately.'
Interview: Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett Tell the Stories Behind the Shows in a new Cabaret for South Carolina New Play Festival
by Neil Shurley - July 14, 2022
'We’re just excited to be a part of a process that helps promote and foster new art.' West Hyler, Executive Artistic Director of the inaugural South Carolina New Play Festival, wants to tell you a story.
Interview: Mill Town Players Executive Artistic Director Will Ragland Opens Two Shows in One Weekend
by Neil Shurley - July 12, 2022
On July 22, their most recent season concludes with a production of HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY in their home space, the historic Pelzer Auditorium. But July 22 also sees the opening of a brand new season at their new second location, the Simpsonville Arts Center. For their premiere prodcution in the space, MTP presents CHILDREN OF EDEN.
Interview: Artistic Director Jenna Tamisiea Elser Opens Up About Glow Lyric Theatre's 2022 SUMMER FESTIVAL SEASON
by Neil Shurley - July 11, 2022
'This season is really focusing on acknowledging history'
Interview: Playwright Samantha Miller Opens Up About DRAGONSOUL OFFLINE
by Neil Shurley - July 10, 2022
'I can't wait to see the audience react.'
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Comes to at The Warehouse Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2022
Six middle schoolers vie for the glory of being the undisputed Spelling Bee Champion in the outrageous and fun musical comedy, THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, with book by Rachel Sheinkin and music and lyrics by William Finn.
Digital Lottery Announced For HAMILTON at The North Charleston Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2022
Producer Jeffrey Seller and Best of Broadway announce a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance (July 13) in North Charleston at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center.  
Maddie Tisdel, Director of HEAD OVER HEELS at Proud Mary Theatre Company
by Neil Shurley - June 26, 2022
Expect cross dressing, deceit, and general campy comedic hijinks.
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT is Coming to North Charleston Performing Arts Center in December
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
Relive the timeless love story of Baby and Johnny at North Charleston Performing Arts Center with Dirty Dancing in Concert, celebrating the film’s 35th anniversary on a full-size cinema screen with a band and singers live on stage.
The Royal Comedy Tour is Coming to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Royal Comedy tour, featuring Sommore, Bruce Bruce, Lavell Crawford and Tony Rock, is coming to North Charleston Performing Arts Center at 8 PM. on October 15.
The Royal Comedy Tour is Coming to Bon Secours Wellness Arena
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Royal Comedy tour, featuring Sommore, Bruce Bruce, Lavell Crawford and Tony Rock, is coming to Bon Secours Wellness Arena at 8 p.m. on Nov. 5.
Cola Concerts To Bring Old Crow Medicine Show To Township Auditorium, September 10
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2022
For nearly a quarter century this self-described “monkey wrench gang of old-time string band musicians” has consistently delivered high-caliber, crowd-enchanting performances across North America.
BWW Review: APPROPRIATE Digs Up Family Secrets at Warehouse Theatre
by Neil Shurley - June 13, 2022
This play is not to be missed.
Centre Stage Will Present CLUE This July
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Centre Stage will present Clue this summer, based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin, with additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price.
'Harry Houdini' Returns To Greenville This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
On Friday, June 10th at 7:30 pm under the tent at Greenville Tech, located at 800 E. Faris Road near the corner with S. Pleasantburg, Larry Bounds, an historical interpreter dressed in costume will bring Houdini to life and speak in Houdini's own words.
Actor Peter Matthew Smith Opens Up About 'The Greatest Job There Is' - Playing King George III in HAMILTON
by Neil Shurley - June 05, 2022
I caught up with Peter Matthew Smith by phone and asked him to tell us more about playing King George III, the musical's regal comic relief. 'It's a non-stop festival for your ears and eyes.'
South Carolina New Play Festival Announces 2022 Titles
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
The South Carolina New Play Festival announced the shows for the city-wide performing arts festival in Greenville, South Carolina, August 12-14. The festival will feature readings of Kate Hamill's The Scarlet Letter, directed by Shelley Butler, Kareem Fahmy's Dodi and Diana, directed by Adrienne Campell-Holt, Adam Ben-David, Christyn Budzyna, and Jessica Penzias' musical From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, directed by West Hyler, and Samantha Miller's Dragonsoul Offline. The festival will end with a cabaret from Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett.

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