American Stage Presents August Wilson's THE PIANO LESSON thru 3/3
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2013
American Stage Theatre Company presents the sixth installment in its August Wilson Century Cycle and the first play in its 2012-2013 Spring Mainstage Series: August Wilson's THE PIANO LESSON. The production is currently playing and runs through March 3, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2013
American Stage Theatre Company presents the sixth installment in its August Wilson Century Cycle and the first play in its 2012-2013 Spring Mainstage Series: August Wilson's THE PIANO LESSON. The production is currently playing and runs through March 3, 2013.
Stageworks Theatre to Stage Reading of BELLINI AND THE SULTAN: A COMEDY IN ISTANBUL, 3/19
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2013
Stageworks Theatre presents the Florida premiere production in a staged reading format of Bellini and the Sultan: A Comedy in Istanbul by local playwright Ed Stevens, one of the 2013 winners of Stageworks' Breaking New Ground Playwrights Competition. The Competition is part of Stageworks' landmark program to encourage and nurture new works of theater, which includes Stagewrights, the company's longstanding bi-monthly playwriting workshop and its highly successful TampaWorks evening of plays about the Tampa Bay area.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2013
Stageworks Theatre presents the Florida premiere production in a staged reading format of Bellini and the Sultan: A Comedy in Istanbul by local playwright Ed Stevens, one of the 2013 winners of Stageworks' Breaking New Ground Playwrights Competition. The Competition is part of Stageworks' landmark program to encourage and nurture new works of theater, which includes Stagewrights, the company's longstanding bi-monthly playwriting workshop and its highly successful TampaWorks evening of plays about the Tampa Bay area.
Kate Young to Star in freeFall's BERNADA ALBA; Full Cast Announced!
by Kelsey Denette - February 18, 2013
The full cast has been announced for Bernarda Alba, based on the The House of Bernarda Alba by Federico Garcia Lorca and adapted into a new musical by Michael John LaChiusa (The Wild Party). This exciting musical adaptation opens at freeFall Theatre in St. Petersburg, FL on March 15.
by Kelsey Denette - February 18, 2013
The full cast has been announced for Bernarda Alba, based on the The House of Bernarda Alba by Federico Garcia Lorca and adapted into a new musical by Michael John LaChiusa (The Wild Party). This exciting musical adaptation opens at freeFall Theatre in St. Petersburg, FL on March 15.
Broadway Theatre Project Welcomes Guest Artist Jay Binder for 2013 Season, 7/7-28
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2013
Jay Binder, C.S.A of Binder Casting who has cast more than 50 Broadway shows, will be joining Broadway Theatre Project's 2013 season once again this year as a guest artist.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2013
Jay Binder, C.S.A of Binder Casting who has cast more than 50 Broadway shows, will be joining Broadway Theatre Project's 2013 season once again this year as a guest artist.
BWW Review: AN EMPTY PLATE AT THE CAFE DU GRAND BOEUF - a Bountiful Feast
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 17, 2013
...'AN EMPTY PLATE'...is a FIVE STAR production! And the cast is supurb!
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 17, 2013
...'AN EMPTY PLATE'...is a FIVE STAR production! And the cast is supurb!
Asolo Rep and FSU/Asolo Conservatory to Reveal 2013-14 Season, 3/18
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2013
The 2012-2013 Season may still be going strong, but the spotlight shifts to the first official announcement of the 2013-2014 Season by Asolo's own Michael Donald Edwards, Producing Artistic Director for Asolo Rep, and Greg Leaming, Associate Producing Artistic Director for Asolo Rep and Director of the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training. Join the theatre as it previews the upcoming season-the second year of Asolo Rep's American Character Project-and get a first-hand explanation of the vision behind the selection of plays from the artistic leaders of the theatre themselves. As Asolo Rep prepares to enter its 55th year as Florida's premiere professional theatre, eager arts lovers will fill the house to be the first in Sarasota to learn of the offerings. The event also marks the last chance for early subscribers to take advantage of already lower subscription prices if they renew before the shows are announced to the public.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2013
The 2012-2013 Season may still be going strong, but the spotlight shifts to the first official announcement of the 2013-2014 Season by Asolo's own Michael Donald Edwards, Producing Artistic Director for Asolo Rep, and Greg Leaming, Associate Producing Artistic Director for Asolo Rep and Director of the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training. Join the theatre as it previews the upcoming season-the second year of Asolo Rep's American Character Project-and get a first-hand explanation of the vision behind the selection of plays from the artistic leaders of the theatre themselves. As Asolo Rep prepares to enter its 55th year as Florida's premiere professional theatre, eager arts lovers will fill the house to be the first in Sarasota to learn of the offerings. The event also marks the last chance for early subscribers to take advantage of already lower subscription prices if they renew before the shows are announced to the public.
AIN'T RETIREMENT GRAND! The Musical Returns to Venue Theatre, 3/8-24
by Emily Stubbs - February 14, 2013
AIN'T RETIREMENT GRAND! the musical that broke all attendance records at Venue Theatre is returning again by popular demand, March 8 - March 24, 2013.
by Emily Stubbs - February 14, 2013
AIN'T RETIREMENT GRAND! the musical that broke all attendance records at Venue Theatre is returning again by popular demand, March 8 - March 24, 2013.
Stageworks in the Channel District Proudly Presents CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION, 3/7-3/24
by Samantha Vega - February 14, 2013
5 strangers. 6 weeks. Seduction. Sorrow. War. It's reality TV for the soul. In this hilarious and touching play by Annie Baker, we catch glimpses of the poignant drama that animates ordinary lives in a small town acting workshop
by Samantha Vega - February 14, 2013
5 strangers. 6 weeks. Seduction. Sorrow. War. It's reality TV for the soul. In this hilarious and touching play by Annie Baker, we catch glimpses of the poignant drama that animates ordinary lives in a small town acting workshop
Asolo Rep Hosts Anti-Valentine's Day Party in Connection with GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2013
In a season filled with bold choices, Asolo Rep again goes against the grain by offering a February 14th performance of the season's most unromantic play, Glengarry Glen Ross, and pairing it with an Anti-Valentine's Day Party.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2013
In a season filled with bold choices, Asolo Rep again goes against the grain by offering a February 14th performance of the season's most unromantic play, Glengarry Glen Ross, and pairing it with an Anti-Valentine's Day Party.
BWW Review: NUNSENSE A-MEN! -
a Blessing in Disguise!
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 13, 2013
'NUNSENSE A-MEN!' is a spoof, full of 'campy'NON'sense and 'NON'-stop fun! And that is exactly what you will see in this intimate production by M.A.D. Theatre of Tampa.
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 13, 2013
'NUNSENSE A-MEN!' is a spoof, full of 'campy'NON'sense and 'NON'-stop fun! And that is exactly what you will see in this intimate production by M.A.D. Theatre of Tampa.
Surfside Players to Present LOVE, SEX AND THE I.R.S., 3/8-24
by Kelsey Denette - February 13, 2013
Surfside Players will present the crowd-pleasing farce Love, Sex and the I.R.S., by William Van Zandt and Jane Millmore, directed by Troy Jones. Tax season is upon us, and if you're looking for ways to score a refund, here's an example of what NOT to do. Jon Trachtman and Leslie Arthur, out-of-work musicians rooming together in New York, are listing each other as married on tax returns to save money. The day of reckoning comes when the I.R.S. informs the 'couple' they're going to be investigated by a Mr. Spinner. Leslie masquerades as a housewife, aided by Jon's fiancee, Kate. Complicating matters further, Leslie and Kate are having an affair behind Jon's back, Jon's mother drops in unexpectedly to meet her son's fiancee, and Leslie's ex-girlfriend shows up demanding to know why Leslie has changed and won't see her anymore…
by Kelsey Denette - February 13, 2013
Surfside Players will present the crowd-pleasing farce Love, Sex and the I.R.S., by William Van Zandt and Jane Millmore, directed by Troy Jones. Tax season is upon us, and if you're looking for ways to score a refund, here's an example of what NOT to do. Jon Trachtman and Leslie Arthur, out-of-work musicians rooming together in New York, are listing each other as married on tax returns to save money. The day of reckoning comes when the I.R.S. informs the 'couple' they're going to be investigated by a Mr. Spinner. Leslie masquerades as a housewife, aided by Jon's fiancee, Kate. Complicating matters further, Leslie and Kate are having an affair behind Jon's back, Jon's mother drops in unexpectedly to meet her son's fiancee, and Leslie's ex-girlfriend shows up demanding to know why Leslie has changed and won't see her anymore…
Asolo Rep to Host Anti-Valentine's Day Party in Connection with GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, 2/14
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
In a season filled with bold choices, Asolo Rep again goes against the grain by offering a February 14th performance of the season's most unromantic play, Glengarry Glen Ross, and pairing it with an Anti-Valentine's Day Party.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2013
In a season filled with bold choices, Asolo Rep again goes against the grain by offering a February 14th performance of the season's most unromantic play, Glengarry Glen Ross, and pairing it with an Anti-Valentine's Day Party.
Lake Worth Playhouse Names Burt Reynolds First Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
by Kelsey Denette - February 12, 2013
The stage of the historic Lake Worth Playhouse was transformed into a formal dining room on Saturday evening, February 9, in honor of the Theater's 60th anniversary. Sitting at the head of the table, entertaining the happy guests gathered about him, was none other than mega star and Palm Beach County resident Burt Reynolds.
by Kelsey Denette - February 12, 2013
The stage of the historic Lake Worth Playhouse was transformed into a formal dining room on Saturday evening, February 9, in honor of the Theater's 60th anniversary. Sitting at the head of the table, entertaining the happy guests gathered about him, was none other than mega star and Palm Beach County resident Burt Reynolds.
Gary Valentine Set for Side Splitters Comedy Club, 2/14-16
by Kelsey Denette - February 11, 2013
Gary Valentine got his start in show business on the stand up comedy stage. After an appearance at the Montreal Comedy Festival, he left his native New York for heavier traffic in Los Angeles. There, he quickly landed spots on various talk shows including, "The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn," "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and the "Tonight Show with Jay Leno", among others. He's been headlining comedy clubs and theaters for the past fifteen years.
by Kelsey Denette - February 11, 2013
Gary Valentine got his start in show business on the stand up comedy stage. After an appearance at the Montreal Comedy Festival, he left his native New York for heavier traffic in Los Angeles. There, he quickly landed spots on various talk shows including, "The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn," "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and the "Tonight Show with Jay Leno", among others. He's been headlining comedy clubs and theaters for the past fifteen years.
BWW Reviews: SALUTE! to DRINKING HABITS
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 11, 2013
...add to this 7 more, over the top, zany characters, in a story with a ridiculous plot, and you have a hilarious farce, called 'Drinking Habits' now playing at the Carrollwood Players.It is just plain FUN!
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 11, 2013
...add to this 7 more, over the top, zany characters, in a story with a ridiculous plot, and you have a hilarious farce, called 'Drinking Habits' now playing at the Carrollwood Players.It is just plain FUN!
Asolo Rep Celebrates THE HEIDI CHRONICLES' 25th Anniversary with Interactive Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2013
Happy Birthday, Heidi Holland! Asolo Rep will present a special evening of interactive theatre to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The Heidi Chronicles tonight, February 11, 2013 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2013
Happy Birthday, Heidi Holland! Asolo Rep will present a special evening of interactive theatre to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The Heidi Chronicles tonight, February 11, 2013 at 7 p.m.
FST's WRITE A PLAY Touches Lives in Kiryat Yam Israel
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2013
Deep in the heart of Israel, a city perched on the Mediterranean receives immigrants of all kinds, from Africa to Eurasia. The diversity within the city is immense but assimilating immigrant refugees into the greater culture of Israel presents many challenges. Recently the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee and FST joined forces to bring a very special program to the children of Kiryat Yam. 'We are all in this together, for the children' was the running theme of the WRITE A PLAY trip to Kiryat Yam, Israel last month.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2013
Deep in the heart of Israel, a city perched on the Mediterranean receives immigrants of all kinds, from Africa to Eurasia. The diversity within the city is immense but assimilating immigrant refugees into the greater culture of Israel presents many challenges. Recently the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee and FST joined forces to bring a very special program to the children of Kiryat Yam. 'We are all in this together, for the children' was the running theme of the WRITE A PLAY trip to Kiryat Yam, Israel last month.
Franki Valli Brings His Trademark Falsetto to the Van Wezel Feb. 11th
by Samantha Vega - February 07, 2013
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons is one of those quintessential groups that truly defines an era of Americana. They will be at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on February 11, 2013, to transport you back to the 1960s with those wonderful harmonies and classic lyrics that permeate pop music, generation after generation.
by Samantha Vega - February 07, 2013
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons is one of those quintessential groups that truly defines an era of Americana. They will be at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on February 11, 2013, to transport you back to the 1960s with those wonderful harmonies and classic lyrics that permeate pop music, generation after generation.
M.A.D. Theatre Presents NUNSENSE, Now thru 2/17
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2013
M.A.D. Theatre, Tampa's 'Music, Acting, Dance' company, presents NUNSENSE -A-Men! tonight, February 7-17, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2013
M.A.D. Theatre, Tampa's 'Music, Acting, Dance' company, presents NUNSENSE -A-Men! tonight, February 7-17, 2013.
A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Opens at the Manatee Players, 2/21-3/17
by Samantha Vega - February 06, 2013
Stephen Sondheim's hilarious musical A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM opens at the Manatee Players on February 21 and runs through March 17! This will be the last show at the Riverfront Theater before the opening of the new Manatee Performing Arts Center in March.
by Samantha Vega - February 06, 2013
Stephen Sondheim's hilarious musical A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM opens at the Manatee Players on February 21 and runs through March 17! This will be the last show at the Riverfront Theater before the opening of the new Manatee Performing Arts Center in March.
Maltz Jupiter Theatre Announces 2013/14 Season
by Kelsey Denette - February 05, 2013
The 2013/14 season will begin with Dial M for Murder, a thrilling murder mystery filled with suspense, jealousy, blackmail and backstabbers. We continue with Annie, the Tony Award-winning musical celebrating America's favorite comic-strip orphan - just in time for the holidays! Next up is A Chorus Line, the poignant and inspiring Tony Award-winning hit musical that follows the audition process of theatre "gypsies" as they try to land a job in a Broadway show. Then join us for Other Desert Cities, the Tony-nominated new drama that follows a young novelist as she returns home to Palm Springs for the holidays and threatens to expose family secrets. Our incredible season ends with the beloved Tony Award-winning phenomenon The King and I, sure to leave you whistling a happy tune!
by Kelsey Denette - February 05, 2013
The 2013/14 season will begin with Dial M for Murder, a thrilling murder mystery filled with suspense, jealousy, blackmail and backstabbers. We continue with Annie, the Tony Award-winning musical celebrating America's favorite comic-strip orphan - just in time for the holidays! Next up is A Chorus Line, the poignant and inspiring Tony Award-winning hit musical that follows the audition process of theatre "gypsies" as they try to land a job in a Broadway show. Then join us for Other Desert Cities, the Tony-nominated new drama that follows a young novelist as she returns home to Palm Springs for the holidays and threatens to expose family secrets. Our incredible season ends with the beloved Tony Award-winning phenomenon The King and I, sure to leave you whistling a happy tune!
Asolo Rep to Celebrate THE HEIDI CHRONICLES' 25th Anniversary with Interactive Theatre, 2/11
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2013
Happy Birthday, Heidi Holland! Asolo Rep will present a special evening of interactive theatre to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The Heidi Chronicles on February 11, 2013 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2013
Happy Birthday, Heidi Holland! Asolo Rep will present a special evening of interactive theatre to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The Heidi Chronicles on February 11, 2013 at 7 p.m.
BWW Reviews: HIT AT THE HOT SPOT - Naughty but Nice
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 04, 2013
'Hit at the Hot Spot', is the title of the current offering, at St. Petersburg Nights, the 'only Russian restaurant and lounge in Tampa Bay.' I assure you, this is certainly a 'one of a kind' venue and show.
by Jimmy Ferraro - February 04, 2013
'Hit at the Hot Spot', is the title of the current offering, at St. Petersburg Nights, the 'only Russian restaurant and lounge in Tampa Bay.' I assure you, this is certainly a 'one of a kind' venue and show.
freeFall's Tandem Series to Continue with THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE, Now thru 2/13
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2013
The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe is a tour through the galaxy guided by a self-proclaimed crazy person, Trudy, who collects data about life on earth with the help of her 'space chums.'
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2013
The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe is a tour through the galaxy guided by a self-proclaimed crazy person, Trudy, who collects data about life on earth with the help of her 'space chums.'
FreeFall's Tandem Series Presents Jonelle Meyer THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE
by Samantha Vega - January 31, 2013
The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe is a tour through the galaxy guided by a self-proclaimed crazy person, Trudy, who collects data about life on earth with the help of her 'space chums.' Trudy uses her umbrella hat (her own invention) to place herself in the minds and bodies of her hosts, transmitting snatches of their lives and then sharing them with the audience.
by Samantha Vega - January 31, 2013
The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe is a tour through the galaxy guided by a self-proclaimed crazy person, Trudy, who collects data about life on earth with the help of her 'space chums.' Trudy uses her umbrella hat (her own invention) to place herself in the minds and bodies of her hosts, transmitting snatches of their lives and then sharing them with the audience.
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