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The NiA Company's BR'ER RABBIT Hops Back on the Stage at Columbia Children's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2015
After a well-received limited engagement run in October of 2013, Columbia Children's Theatre (CCT), is thrilled to welcome Columbia's NiA Company and their production of Br'er Rabbit back onto the Mainstage June 12-21. Show times are Friday June 12 at 7:00 p.m.; Saturdays (June 13 & 20) at 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m.; and Sundays (June 14 & 21) at 3:00 p.m. 
LARRY'S FAVORITE THINGS Brings Fun and Funds to Trustus Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2015
Trustus Theatre's Executive Director continues his roster of zany annual fundraisers tonight, June 4th at 7 pm at the Music Farm, this year with 'Larry's Favorite Things.' In the tradition of hosting his faux funeral, family reunion and a bizarre wedding, followed by last year's 'Larry's Bring Your Own Dinner Dinner Theatre.'
BILL W. AND DR. BOB Begins Tonight at Trustus Side Door Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2015
Bill W. and Dr. Bob is an absorbing play by Samuel Shem and Janey Surrey about the men who created Alcoholics Anonymous in the early twentieth century. The AA movement has brought a system of support and hope to millions of addicts in recovery. This production explores how these men recognized their addiction to alcohol, what effect it was having on their lives and their families' lives, and how they started building a system that would promote effective recovery.
BILL W. AND DR. BOB to Play Trustus Side Door Theatre, 5/29-6/13
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2015
Bill W. and Dr. Bob is an absorbing play by Samuel Shem and Janey Surrey about the men who created Alcoholics Anonymous in the early twentieth century. The AA movement has brought a system of support and hope to millions of addicts in recovery. This production explores how these men recognized their addiction to alcohol, what effect it was having on their lives and their families' lives, and how they started building a system that would promote effective recovery.
LARRY'S FAVORITE THINGS Brings Fun and Funds to Trustus Theatre, 6/4
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2015
Trustus Theatre's Executive Director continues his roster of zany annual fundraisers June 4th at 7 pm at the Music Farm, this year with 'Larry's Favorite Things.' In the tradition of hosting his faux funeral, family reunion and a bizarre wedding, followed by last year's 'Larry's Bring Your Own Dinner Dinner Theatre.'
Magician John Tudor Teaches Magic Workshop at Columbia Children's Theatre Today
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2015
He's magical!  He's mystical!  And your child can be too, when Columbia Children's Theatre (CCT) presents John Tudor's Magic Workshop for Kids, today, May 9, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.  
Columbia Children's Theatre to Celebrate 10th Anniversary, 5/17
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2015
Columbia Children's Theatre (CCT) is going to party like it's 2005! It's free and the public is invited to help celebrate a decade of the finest live theatre for families in the Midlands at Heathwood Park, 800 Abelia Rd., Sunday, May 17 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. The party is sponsored by the Goings Law Firm.
Shannon Lee Jones Stars in GYPSY, Beginning Tonight at Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2015
Backstage drama Gypsy, to take the stage at the Award Winning Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.
Magician John Tudor to Teach Magic Workshop at Columbia Children's Theatre, 5/9
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2015
He's magical!  He's mystical!  And your child can be too, when Columbia Children's Theatre (CCT) presents John Tudor's Magic Workshop for Kids, Saturday May 9, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.  
Shannon Lee Jones to Star in GYPSY at Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 4/29
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2015
Backstage drama Gypsy, to take the stage at the Award Winning Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.
Shakespeare Rep 'Legacy Season' to Feature ROMEO AND JULIET, TRAPEZIUM, and More
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2015
In commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, Shakespeare Rep has announced its 2015-16 Legacy Season. A year-long celebration of Shakespeare's enduring influence as a dramatist, the Legacy Season will feature four productions and a series of events honoring Shakespeare's life, work and the history of Shakespearean performance in the Lowcountry.
TRAPEZIUM, HAMLET & More Set for Shakespeare Rep's 2015-16 Legacy Season
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2015
In commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, Shakespeare Rep has announced its 2015-16 Legacy Season.  A year-long celebration of Shakespeare's enduring influence as a dramatist, the Legacy Season will feature four productions and a series of events honoring Shakespeare's life, work and the history of Shakespearean performance in the Lowcountry.
PLAYER KING Runs This Weekend at USC Lab Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2015
The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance will present Player King: A Play In (And Out Of) Verse, a comedy written and directed by student Ryan Stevens, this weekend, April 23-26 at the Lab Theatre.
Columbia Children's Theatre Stages SKIPPYJON JONES, Now thru 4/19
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2015
Columbia Children's Theatre (CCT), the Midlands' only professional theatre for families and young audiences, will present the whimsical musical adaptation of Judith Schachner's popular children's book Skippyjon Jones and the Cirqure de Ole? April 10 - 19. Show times are tonight, April 10 at 7:00 p.m.; Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. All shows are held at Columbia Children's Theatre on the 2nd level of Richland Mall, 3400 Forest Drive. Tickets are $10.00 for children three years of age through adult. The 7:00 p.m. performances on Saturday evenings will have a special ticket price of $5.00 for everyone. Advance tickets can be purchased securely online at www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com. For more information contact CCT at 803-691-4548.
PLAYER KING to Run 4/23-26 at USC Lab Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2015
The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance will present Player King: A Play In (And Out Of) Verse, a comedy written and directed by student Ryan Stevens, April 23-26 at the Lab Theatre.
Columbia Children's Theatre to Stage SKIPPYJON JONES, 4/10-19
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2015
Columbia Children's Theatre (CCT), the Midlands' only professional theatre for families and young audiences, will present the whimsical musical adaptation of Judith Schachner's popular children's book Skippyjon Jones and the Cirqure de Ole? April 10 - 19. Show times are Friday, April 10 at 7:00 p.m.; Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. All shows are held at Columbia Children's Theatre on the 2nd level of Richland Mall, 3400 Forest Drive. Tickets are $10.00 for children three years of age through adult. The 7:00 p.m. performances on Saturday evenings will have a special ticket price of $5.00 for everyone. Advance tickets can be purchased securely online at www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com. For more information contact CCT at 803-691-4548.
Centre Stage to Hold Auditions for SWINGIN' COUNTRY
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2015
Centre Stage will be holding auditions for their season summer concert, SWINGIN' COUNTRY, Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 7pm. Centre Stage is located at: 501 River Street
BWW Reviews: TAPE at Threshold Repertory Theatre
by haydn haring - March 26, 2015
Stephen Belber's TAPE is not for the faint of heart. It's gritty and unyielding and raw, but what makes the story exciting is the way that each characters secrets are revealed over the course of the whole play. The language employed is not delicate- it is very human, which allows the reality of the events described to retain a very strong grip.
BWW Reviews: THE UNDERPANTS at Charleston Stage Company
by haydn haring - March 19, 2015
There are hidden agendas, passionate poets and scandalous undergarments galore in Charleston Stage Company's production of THE UNDERPANTS, running now through March 22! Originally titled 'Die Hose' and written by Carl Sternheim in the early 20th Century, this version has been adapted by funny-man Steve Martin for a modern audience. At first I was disenchanted by the title, but considering that we aren't talking about our 21st century ideas of lingerie and that the 'pants' in question are more like pantaloons, I was able to move on from that.
Ashleigh Hackett to Headline 27th Annual Kids Fair in Charleston This Sunday
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
Gearing up for the release of ?'Can You Feel It,' the follow-up single and video to her debut release 'Let's Go!', multi-talented 9-year-old singer and multi-talented performer Ashleigh Hackett (www.ashleighhackett.com) will headline at the 27th Annual Kids Fair in Charleston, S.C. March 22.
Spoleto Festival USA Unveils 2015 Poster by Italian Artist Ugo Nespolo; Kicks Off 5/22
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2015
A bright and bold poster designed by Italian artist Ugo Nespolo was unveiled by General Director Nigel Redden as the official 2015 Spoleto Festival USA poster today. Nespolo is the set and costume designer for Spoleto Festival USA's production of Francesco Cavalli's opera Veremonda l'amazzone di Aragona, which will have its American premiere-and first performances in over 350 years-at this year's Festival, running May 22 through June 7 in Charleston, South Carolina.
BWW Reviews: BLOOD AND GIFTS at Woolfe Street Playhouse
by haydn haring - March 17, 2015
I don't usually enjoy sitting through bleak plays. I prefer to be uplifted by the end. Woolfe Street Playhouse's production of BLOOD AND GIFTS by JT Rogers is not uplifting, but somehow kept me glued in my seat and somberly invested for its duration. A violently charged drama, the story takes place during the conflict over Afghanistan in the 1980's, involving the US, Great Britain, Soviet Russia, Pakistan and Iran. Seeing a story of such political relevance acted out live, offered a truly chilling experience, like seeing events on the news happening in real time.
Columbia Children's Theatre Presents HAIRSPRAY JR.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2015
The 50's are out and change and hairspray are in the air! Columbia Children's Theatre (CCT) will present its YouTheatre production of Hairspray Jr. March 20 - 23 with shows Friday at 7:00 pm, Saturday at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm, and Sunday at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
Trustus Theatre to Stage GODSPELL
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2015
Trustus Theatre is bringing Godspell to the Thigpen Main Stage this spring with an updated score and contemporary staging. This revival promises to show audiences a new side of this classic musical from 1971. Under the direction of Dewey Scott-Wiley and with the choreography of Caroline Lewis Jones, this production pits the sterility of an electronic world against the vibrancy and color of humanity to portray the gospel according to Matthew. The Trustus production also boasts a contemporized score that incorporates rock and even hip-hop into the well-known tunes from this popular musical. Godspell opens Friday March 20th at 8:00pm and runs through April 11th, 2015. Special Saturday matinees start at 2:00pm. Tickets may be purchased at www.trustus.org.
BWW Reviews: THE HISTORY BOYS at WOOLFE STREET PLAYHOUSE
by haydn haring - March 02, 2015
It won't stop raining. Whenever I'm at Woolfe Street, we stand outside, rain or shine and talk. Before a show, on breaks, during intermission and after. We usually discuss the play in question, whether it is a performance or rehearsal. Most of us have worked together. If we haven't worked together, then we've seen each other perform. And we're all local. We're talking about more theatre. There's something ancient about it, especially when its raining. That area of downtown Charleston reminds me a lot of London- kind of industrial- with the cold and the smell of rain. Whenever I'm there (or in any theater really) I feel like I'm a part of something lasting, something bigger than myself. Sierra- the stage manager- usually calls us inside and so it goes. Anyway, its familiar. And its raining.

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