BWW Review: Andrea Lepcio's STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR at American Stage - Is It a Love Story or a Thriller?
by Peter Nason - June 04, 2018
It's quite entertaining with a stellar cast, but does it work overall?
by Peter Nason - June 04, 2018
It's quite entertaining with a stellar cast, but does it work overall?
BWW Previews: HOSTED BY BROADWAY'S SPIDERMAN, THE BROADWAY STAR OF THE FUTURE AWARDS SHOWCASE IS at Straz Center For The Performing Arts
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 01, 2018
For this year's showcase on June 3, 25 schools and 42 high school performers are nominated. Among the nomination categories are Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Actor, Outstanding Actress, Outstanding Supporting Performer, Outstanding Director, Outstanding Musical Director, Outstanding Choreographer, Outstanding Orchestra, Outstanding Technical Achievement and additional special acknowledgement awards. Winners in the Best Actor and Actress category are performing in the Broadway Star of the Future Award Showcase at the Straz Center this Sunday in Ferguson Hall.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 01, 2018
For this year's showcase on June 3, 25 schools and 42 high school performers are nominated. Among the nomination categories are Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Actor, Outstanding Actress, Outstanding Supporting Performer, Outstanding Director, Outstanding Musical Director, Outstanding Choreographer, Outstanding Orchestra, Outstanding Technical Achievement and additional special acknowledgement awards. Winners in the Best Actor and Actress category are performing in the Broadway Star of the Future Award Showcase at the Straz Center this Sunday in Ferguson Hall.
BWW Previews: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL - IT'S GETTING HOT at Straz Center For The Performing Arts
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 31, 2018
Hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain - oh my. You can either cry or laugh about it, and Cindy Williams, internationally beloved TV, stage and screen icon is hoping you will choose the latter. Returning to the Straz Center for the Performing Arts on June 27, GFour Productions' Menopause the Musical brings Cindy to the stage as herself to help tell the tale every woman will eventually succumb to - "The Change."
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 31, 2018
Hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain - oh my. You can either cry or laugh about it, and Cindy Williams, internationally beloved TV, stage and screen icon is hoping you will choose the latter. Returning to the Straz Center for the Performing Arts on June 27, GFour Productions' Menopause the Musical brings Cindy to the stage as herself to help tell the tale every woman will eventually succumb to - "The Change."
Showbiz Whiz Brings Broadway To Barn
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2018
The Barn Theatre, a non-profit playhouse that has called a renovated mid-20th century rose barn their home for nearly 48 years, is breaking box office records this season. This spring the theatre's volunteer board of directors celebrated their 40th consecutive mainstage production that performed to a completely sold out run.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2018
The Barn Theatre, a non-profit playhouse that has called a renovated mid-20th century rose barn their home for nearly 48 years, is breaking box office records this season. This spring the theatre's volunteer board of directors celebrated their 40th consecutive mainstage production that performed to a completely sold out run.
Cast Announced For FreeFall's THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2018
What happens when you put four musical theatre actors together and have them tell the same classic melodrama (I can't pay the rent!!) as scored by musical theatre heavyweights Jerry Herman, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Sondheim, Kander & Ebb and Rodgers & Hammerstein? You get the hilarious musical comedy spoof, THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS THE MUSICAL!!
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2018
What happens when you put four musical theatre actors together and have them tell the same classic melodrama (I can't pay the rent!!) as scored by musical theatre heavyweights Jerry Herman, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Sondheim, Kander & Ebb and Rodgers & Hammerstein? You get the hilarious musical comedy spoof, THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS THE MUSICAL!!
BWW Review: ENJOY A FUN, “SPIRITED” PRODUCTION at Early Bird Dinner Theater
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 29, 2018
Three escapees from an unforgiving hot yoga class, also coined as 'Lucifer's sweatshop,' find themselves becoming unlikely friends in Jones, Hope and Wooten's The Savannah Sipping Society at Early Bird Dinner Theatre. Later joined by a new fourth initially-a-frenemy, the four ladies, transplants to Savannah, share laughter, heartache, fun adventures, and multiple libations and way too much fromage.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 29, 2018
Three escapees from an unforgiving hot yoga class, also coined as 'Lucifer's sweatshop,' find themselves becoming unlikely friends in Jones, Hope and Wooten's The Savannah Sipping Society at Early Bird Dinner Theatre. Later joined by a new fourth initially-a-frenemy, the four ladies, transplants to Savannah, share laughter, heartache, fun adventures, and multiple libations and way too much fromage.
Photo Flash: First Look at A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE at Tampa Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2018
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2018
BWW Review: HAT TRICK THEATRE PRESENTS AN EXISTENTIAL EXPERIENCE at Murray Theatre At Ruth Eckerd Hall
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 25, 2018
The premise of Waiting for Godot was simple. Two bums in a desolate landscape. A tree. Odd visitors. The lack of an over-dressed stage, sans an incredible screen for setting sun and luminous moon, made all eyes affixed to the talented actors.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 25, 2018
The premise of Waiting for Godot was simple. Two bums in a desolate landscape. A tree. Odd visitors. The lack of an over-dressed stage, sans an incredible screen for setting sun and luminous moon, made all eyes affixed to the talented actors.
American Stage Presents STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2018
American Stage continues its 2017-18 Season 'WE THE PEOPLE' with STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR written by Andrea Lepcio and directed by Jim Sorensen (directorial debut in St. Petersburg). This Florida premiere is the first play discovered through American Stage's 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival. STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR will have 5 cast members featuring Jordan Mann, Joe Joseph*, Chris Jackson, Mari Vial-Golden*, and Angela Bond*.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2018
American Stage continues its 2017-18 Season 'WE THE PEOPLE' with STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR written by Andrea Lepcio and directed by Jim Sorensen (directorial debut in St. Petersburg). This Florida premiere is the first play discovered through American Stage's 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival. STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR will have 5 cast members featuring Jordan Mann, Joe Joseph*, Chris Jackson, Mari Vial-Golden*, and Angela Bond*.
American Stage Presents STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
American Stage continues its 2017-18 Season 'WE THE PEOPLE' with STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR written by Andrea Lepcio and directed by Jim Sorensen (directorial debut in St. Petersburg). This Florida premiere is the first play discovered through American Stage's 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival. STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR will have 5 cast members featuring Jordan Mann, Joe Joseph*, Chris Jackson, Mari Vial-Golden*, and Angela Bond*.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
American Stage continues its 2017-18 Season 'WE THE PEOPLE' with STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR written by Andrea Lepcio and directed by Jim Sorensen (directorial debut in St. Petersburg). This Florida premiere is the first play discovered through American Stage's 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival. STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR will have 5 cast members featuring Jordan Mann, Joe Joseph*, Chris Jackson, Mari Vial-Golden*, and Angela Bond*.
BWW Previews: WOMEN TELL STORY OF THE GREAT WAR at Carrollwood Players Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 22, 2018
More than 100 years later, World War 1 still brings the emotion of a proud and patriotic nation who sent her young sons across the globe to defend freedom and protect liberty for the entire world. Coming to The CWP Black Box on May 25-27 is The Great War - A WWI Musical Revue.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 22, 2018
More than 100 years later, World War 1 still brings the emotion of a proud and patriotic nation who sent her young sons across the globe to defend freedom and protect liberty for the entire world. Coming to The CWP Black Box on May 25-27 is The Great War - A WWI Musical Revue.
BWW Review: So Many Kids Having the Times of Their Lives On the Stage, and Actually Flying, in Arts in Motion's PETER PAN
by Peter Nason - May 20, 2018
It's as cute as a puppy using a Teddy Bear as a pillow.
by Peter Nason - May 20, 2018
It's as cute as a puppy using a Teddy Bear as a pillow.
BWW Review: SLICES OF LIFE Debut at One Act Weekend at Carrollwood Players Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 19, 2018
Out of the hundreds of submissions received, eight short plays were selected for their Florida debut at Carrollwood Players Theatre's One Act Weekend, May 18-20. Produced by Victoria Richards and David Fraga, One Act Weekend was like going to a taste testing before a wedding. You get to sample a bunch of different flavors to decide your favorite.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 19, 2018
Out of the hundreds of submissions received, eight short plays were selected for their Florida debut at Carrollwood Players Theatre's One Act Weekend, May 18-20. Produced by Victoria Richards and David Fraga, One Act Weekend was like going to a taste testing before a wedding. You get to sample a bunch of different flavors to decide your favorite.
BWW Previews: No More Waiting, Godot Opens at Ruth Eckerd Hall
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 17, 2018
Imagine waiting for a stranger, not knowing when or if he will arrive, but when he does, circumstances will surely improve. Presented by Ruth Eckerd Hall's in-house theatre company, Hat Trick Theatre, Waiting for Godot is the surrealistic play often described as nothing happening, twice.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 17, 2018
Imagine waiting for a stranger, not knowing when or if he will arrive, but when he does, circumstances will surely improve. Presented by Ruth Eckerd Hall's in-house theatre company, Hat Trick Theatre, Waiting for Godot is the surrealistic play often described as nothing happening, twice.
BWW Previews: After 15 Years, Ballet Nacional de Cuba Returns To The Straz Center For The Performing Arts
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 17, 2018
When esteemed Ballet Nacional de Cuba performs Giselle at The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, it will be a wonderful reunion for Ivonne Lemus, Ballet Mistress for Next Generation Ballet. In her youth in Cuba, Ivonne was selected to train with the acclaimed company founded by legendary prima ballerina Alicia Alonso.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 17, 2018
When esteemed Ballet Nacional de Cuba performs Giselle at The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, it will be a wonderful reunion for Ivonne Lemus, Ballet Mistress for Next Generation Ballet. In her youth in Cuba, Ivonne was selected to train with the acclaimed company founded by legendary prima ballerina Alicia Alonso.
West Coast Players Presents GEMINI
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
West Coast Players will present Gemini by Albert Innaurato, directed by Tom Costello, June 1-17.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
West Coast Players will present Gemini by Albert Innaurato, directed by Tom Costello, June 1-17.
Washington And Eisenstadt Present Bring Literature To Life With An Original Adaptation Of SPOON RIVER Anthology
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Washington and Eisenstadt Present are bringing literature to life with 'Spoon River', playing June 8-9 at The Studio at The Carrollwood Cultural Center. This original stage adaptation of the poetry collection by Edgar Lee Masters, published in 1916, is about the secrets which form or lives, as revealed in death.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Washington and Eisenstadt Present are bringing literature to life with 'Spoon River', playing June 8-9 at The Studio at The Carrollwood Cultural Center. This original stage adaptation of the poetry collection by Edgar Lee Masters, published in 1916, is about the secrets which form or lives, as revealed in death.
West Coast Players' Presents Staged Reading of FREUD'S LAST SESSION
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2018
West Coast Players will present a staged reading of Freud's Last Session, by Mark St. Germain, directed by Mary Kay Cyrus, with Richard Coppinger as Sigmund Freud and Mark William Myers as C.S. Lewis, today, May 12.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2018
West Coast Players will present a staged reading of Freud's Last Session, by Mark St. Germain, directed by Mary Kay Cyrus, with Richard Coppinger as Sigmund Freud and Mark William Myers as C.S. Lewis, today, May 12.
Lindberg Comes To The Fringe
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2018
'Fake News' and 'America First' may be part of the current political news, but this is not the first time these terms were tossed about. A world-famous celebrity may be leading a political movement, but that has happened before. Racism and xenophobia may be finding popular acceptance today, but these ideas were pushed years ago. In fact, these elements from today's world can all be found in the life of the famous pilot Charles Lindbergh and they are brought to life again in 'Charles Lindbergh: A Life of Flight' a one-man show with Chris Jackson, as the pilot, being presented at this year's Tampa Fringe Festival with performances May 4 through May 12.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2018
'Fake News' and 'America First' may be part of the current political news, but this is not the first time these terms were tossed about. A world-famous celebrity may be leading a political movement, but that has happened before. Racism and xenophobia may be finding popular acceptance today, but these ideas were pushed years ago. In fact, these elements from today's world can all be found in the life of the famous pilot Charles Lindbergh and they are brought to life again in 'Charles Lindbergh: A Life of Flight' a one-man show with Chris Jackson, as the pilot, being presented at this year's Tampa Fringe Festival with performances May 4 through May 12.
American Stage Presents STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2018
American Stage continues its 2017-18 Season 'WE THE PEOPLE' with STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR written by Andrea Lepcio and directed by Jim Sorensen (directorial debut in St. Petersburg). This Florida premiere is the first play discovered through American Stage's 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival. STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR will have 5 cast members featuring Jordan Mann, Joe Joseph*, Chris Jackson, Mari Vial-Golden*, and Angela Bond*.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2018
American Stage continues its 2017-18 Season 'WE THE PEOPLE' with STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR written by Andrea Lepcio and directed by Jim Sorensen (directorial debut in St. Petersburg). This Florida premiere is the first play discovered through American Stage's 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival. STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR will have 5 cast members featuring Jordan Mann, Joe Joseph*, Chris Jackson, Mari Vial-Golden*, and Angela Bond*.
Photo Flash: Photo Flash: American Stage Presents THE PRODUCERS
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2018
American Stage in the Park brings Mel Brooks' classic cult comedy to Demens Landing! Winner of a record twelve Tony Awards including 'Best Musical', The Producers sets the standard for modern, outrageous humor. The story centers around down-on-his-luck Broadway producer, Max Bialystock (Matthew McGee), and his mild-mannered accountant, Leo Bloom (James LaRosa), who come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, bilking their backers out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The Producers skewers Broadway traditions and takes no prisoners as it proudly proclaims itself an 'equal opportunity offender!' Contains some mature content. Parental guidance is suggested.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2018
American Stage in the Park brings Mel Brooks' classic cult comedy to Demens Landing! Winner of a record twelve Tony Awards including 'Best Musical', The Producers sets the standard for modern, outrageous humor. The story centers around down-on-his-luck Broadway producer, Max Bialystock (Matthew McGee), and his mild-mannered accountant, Leo Bloom (James LaRosa), who come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, bilking their backers out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The Producers skewers Broadway traditions and takes no prisoners as it proudly proclaims itself an 'equal opportunity offender!' Contains some mature content. Parental guidance is suggested.
Norwegian Cruise Lines Partners With Broadway Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
Now entering its 28th year, Broadway Theatre Project (BTP), a program described by Playbill as "The world's most prestigious musical theatre arts education program for high school and college students", welcomes Robert Dean Hertenstein, Senior Director of Entertainment Production for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings to the visiting faculty this summer.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2018
Now entering its 28th year, Broadway Theatre Project (BTP), a program described by Playbill as "The world's most prestigious musical theatre arts education program for high school and college students", welcomes Robert Dean Hertenstein, Senior Director of Entertainment Production for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings to the visiting faculty this summer.
Winners Announced For Thirteeth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2018
The 2018 Ten-Minute Play Festival Best Play: "The Card Game" by Michael Bille, with actors Neil Levine and Richard LeVene; Runner-Up Play: "Cliche" by Keith Whalen, with actors Andrea Dovner, Ashley Strand and Harry Lipstein; and Audience Favorite Play: "Death of Honor' by Bernard Yanelli, with actors Tom Aposporos, Shawn Cacciola and James Kassees.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2018
The 2018 Ten-Minute Play Festival Best Play: "The Card Game" by Michael Bille, with actors Neil Levine and Richard LeVene; Runner-Up Play: "Cliche" by Keith Whalen, with actors Andrea Dovner, Ashley Strand and Harry Lipstein; and Audience Favorite Play: "Death of Honor' by Bernard Yanelli, with actors Tom Aposporos, Shawn Cacciola and James Kassees.
BWW Previews: Ventriloquist Darci Lynne Farmer Brings Award-Winning Talent To Straz Center For The Performing Arts
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 06, 2018
Darci Lynne Farmer has accomplished more in thirteen years than most complete in a lifetime. She overcame powerful shyness by using puppets and ventriloquism to allow an audience to hear her beautiful voice. She stood on a stage in front of millions and watched as judge Mel B hit the golden buzzer during her flawless performance of George Gershwin's "Summertime" with puppet Petunia, sending her to the live show of America's Got Talent.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 06, 2018
Darci Lynne Farmer has accomplished more in thirteen years than most complete in a lifetime. She overcame powerful shyness by using puppets and ventriloquism to allow an audience to hear her beautiful voice. She stood on a stage in front of millions and watched as judge Mel B hit the golden buzzer during her flawless performance of George Gershwin's "Summertime" with puppet Petunia, sending her to the live show of America's Got Talent.
BWW Review: Starship Boobieprize and STAR CHIX Soars into Dunedin Community Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 06, 2018
If you're expecting dramatic works like Jekyll & Hyde, The Miracle Worker, or The Tempest (though there was some unexpected Shakespeare - 'cause why not), then you didn't read the title on the playbill. This was a 120-minute journey into the unknown... a galaxy far, far away on Starship Boobieprize.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 06, 2018
If you're expecting dramatic works like Jekyll & Hyde, The Miracle Worker, or The Tempest (though there was some unexpected Shakespeare - 'cause why not), then you didn't read the title on the playbill. This was a 120-minute journey into the unknown... a galaxy far, far away on Starship Boobieprize.
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