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DATES PRODUCTION 3/25/2025 - 3/25/2025 Dear Evan Hansen (Non-Equity) (2024) 2/12/2024 - 2/12/2024 The Cher Show (Non-Equity) (2024) 4/22/2019 - 4/22/2019 Rent (Non Eq) (2016) 11/9/2017 - 11/9/2017 Dirty Dancing (2014) 2/15/2016 - 2/15/2016 Once (2016) 5/5/2015 - 5/5/2015 I Love Lucy Live on Stage (2014) 1/22/2015 - 1/22/2015 Million Dollar Quartet (2011) 4/22/2014 - 4/23/2014 We Will Rock You (2013) 4/22/2014 - 4/23/2014 We Will Rock You (unknown) 1/16/2014 - 1/16/2014 Shatner's World: We Just Live in It (2014) 9/7/2012 - 9/7/2012 American Idiot (2012) 5/3/2012 - 5/3/2012 Young Frankenstein (2009)
News
New Cast Set For National Tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
Casting has been announced for the next season of the Olivier Award-winning production of Regents Park Open Air Theatre’s Jesus Christ Superstar. Learn more about the non-equity tour here, and find out who is leading the cast!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
Casting has been announced for the next season of the Olivier Award-winning production of Regents Park Open Air Theatre’s Jesus Christ Superstar. Learn more about the non-equity tour here, and find out who is leading the cast!
CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC Will Launch Third North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2019
The five world-class illusionists who make up the mind-bending theatrical production of Champions of Magic are back on tour in 2019, following sold-out shows across the globe, rave reviews and a run in London's West End. Catch this incredible show for the whole family as they begin their third North American tour on October 16, 2019 at the Stranahan Theatre in Toledo.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2019
The five world-class illusionists who make up the mind-bending theatrical production of Champions of Magic are back on tour in 2019, following sold-out shows across the globe, rave reviews and a run in London's West End. Catch this incredible show for the whole family as they begin their third North American tour on October 16, 2019 at the Stranahan Theatre in Toledo.
STORMING HEAVEN: THE MUSICAL & THE 39 STEPS Headline WVPT's Summer 2019 Season
by Julie Musbach - Apr 29, 2019
After being voted West Virginia's Theatre of the Year in the 2018 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) is thrilled to announce their new summer season: Storming Heaven: The Musical (June 6-9, 11-16) and Patrick Barlow's The 39 Steps (June 26-30).
by Julie Musbach - Apr 29, 2019
After being voted West Virginia's Theatre of the Year in the 2018 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) is thrilled to announce their new summer season: Storming Heaven: The Musical (June 6-9, 11-16) and Patrick Barlow's The 39 Steps (June 26-30).
STORMING HEAVEN: New Musical Based On West Virginia Novel Receives Staged Reading In Morgantown
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2019
West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) is collaborating with New York City composers, country music artist Tracy Lawrence, and West Virginia author Denise Giardina to develop Storming Heaven: The Musical. Their work will conclude with a staged reading of the musical at 7:30pm today, January 19 in the Gladys G. Davis Theatre (WVU Creative Arts Center) in Morgantown. This is a non-ticketed event, free, and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2019
West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) is collaborating with New York City composers, country music artist Tracy Lawrence, and West Virginia author Denise Giardina to develop Storming Heaven: The Musical. Their work will conclude with a staged reading of the musical at 7:30pm today, January 19 in the Gladys G. Davis Theatre (WVU Creative Arts Center) in Morgantown. This is a non-ticketed event, free, and open to the public.
STORMING HEAVEN: THE MUSICAL Pre-Broadway Work Shop at the WEST VIRGINIA PUBLIC THEATRE on January 19th!
by Richard Allen - Jan 14, 2019
Storming Heaven, the acclaimed novel by West Virginia based writer Denise Giardina released in 1987, is being made into a musical and will have a pre-Broadway staged reading in Morganton, WV thanks to a collaboration with the West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT).
by Richard Allen - Jan 14, 2019
Storming Heaven, the acclaimed novel by West Virginia based writer Denise Giardina released in 1987, is being made into a musical and will have a pre-Broadway staged reading in Morganton, WV thanks to a collaboration with the West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT).
STORMING HEAVEN: New Musical Based On West Virginia Novel Receives Staged Reading In Morgantown
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2019
West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) is collaborating with New York City composers, country music artist Tracy Lawrence, and West Virginia author Denise Giardina to develop Storming Heaven: The Musical. Their work will conclude with a staged reading of the musical at 7:30pm on Saturday, January 19 in the Gladys G. Davis Theatre (WVU Creative Arts Center) in Morgantown. This is a non-ticketed event, free, and open to the public.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2019
West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) is collaborating with New York City composers, country music artist Tracy Lawrence, and West Virginia author Denise Giardina to develop Storming Heaven: The Musical. Their work will conclude with a staged reading of the musical at 7:30pm on Saturday, January 19 in the Gladys G. Davis Theatre (WVU Creative Arts Center) in Morgantown. This is a non-ticketed event, free, and open to the public.
West Virginia Public Theatre's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Opens At The WVU Creative Arts Center!
by Richard Allen - Dec 15, 2018
West Virginia Public Theatre's production of the holiday classic It's A Wonderful Life begins performances this evening and will run until December 20th at the WVU Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV.
by Richard Allen - Dec 15, 2018
West Virginia Public Theatre's production of the holiday classic It's A Wonderful Life begins performances this evening and will run until December 20th at the WVU Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV.
West Virginia Public Theatre Presents IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2018
West Virginia Public Theatre presents It's a Wonderful Life December 14-16 and 19-20.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2018
West Virginia Public Theatre presents It's a Wonderful Life December 14-16 and 19-20.
West Virginia Public Theatre Presents Broadway Classic A HATFUL RAIN
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2018
Following their packed performances of musical comedy Peter and the Starcatcher, West Virginia Public Theatre brings another piece of Broadway to North-Central West Virginia: Directed by WVPT Artistic Director Jerry McGonigle, A Hatful of Rain tells the powerful story of American war hero Johnny Pope as he faces new battles on the home front. Michael V. Gazzo's play premiered on Broadway in 1955, and was adapted into a popular film starring Don Murray and Eva Marie Saint in 1968. Considered shocking and groundbreaking at the time in its unflinching portrayal of issues such as veteran health care scandals and opioid abuse, this classic drama seems even more relevant today.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2018
Following their packed performances of musical comedy Peter and the Starcatcher, West Virginia Public Theatre brings another piece of Broadway to North-Central West Virginia: Directed by WVPT Artistic Director Jerry McGonigle, A Hatful of Rain tells the powerful story of American war hero Johnny Pope as he faces new battles on the home front. Michael V. Gazzo's play premiered on Broadway in 1955, and was adapted into a popular film starring Don Murray and Eva Marie Saint in 1968. Considered shocking and groundbreaking at the time in its unflinching portrayal of issues such as veteran health care scandals and opioid abuse, this classic drama seems even more relevant today.
West Virginia Public Theatre Presents Broadway Classic A HATFUL RAIN
by Julie Musbach - Jun 11, 2018
Following their packed performances of musical comedy Peter and the Starcatcher, West Virginia Public Theatre brings another piece of Broadway to North-Central West Virginia: Directed by WVPT Artistic Director Jerry McGonigle, A Hatful of Rain tells the powerful story of American war hero Johnny Pope as he faces new battles on the home front. Michael V. Gazzo's play premiered on Broadway in 1955, and was adapted into a popular film starring Don Murray and Eva Marie Saint in 1968. Considered shocking and groundbreaking at the time in its unflinching portrayal of issues such as veteran health care scandals and opioid abuse, this classic drama seems even more relevant today.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 11, 2018
Following their packed performances of musical comedy Peter and the Starcatcher, West Virginia Public Theatre brings another piece of Broadway to North-Central West Virginia: Directed by WVPT Artistic Director Jerry McGonigle, A Hatful of Rain tells the powerful story of American war hero Johnny Pope as he faces new battles on the home front. Michael V. Gazzo's play premiered on Broadway in 1955, and was adapted into a popular film starring Don Murray and Eva Marie Saint in 1968. Considered shocking and groundbreaking at the time in its unflinching portrayal of issues such as veteran health care scandals and opioid abuse, this classic drama seems even more relevant today.
West Virginia Public Theatre Presents Broadway Hit PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by Julie Musbach - Jun 7, 2018
Opening West Virginia Public Theatre's summer season on June 1 is Broadway smash-hit, Tony Award-winning Peter and the Starcatcher! Presented for the first time in Morgantown, this family-friendly musical upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). From marauding pirates and jungle tyrants to unwilling comrades and unlikely heroes, Peter and the Starcatcher playfully explores the depths of greed and despair... and the bonds of friendship, duty and love.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 7, 2018
Opening West Virginia Public Theatre's summer season on June 1 is Broadway smash-hit, Tony Award-winning Peter and the Starcatcher! Presented for the first time in Morgantown, this family-friendly musical upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). From marauding pirates and jungle tyrants to unwilling comrades and unlikely heroes, Peter and the Starcatcher playfully explores the depths of greed and despair... and the bonds of friendship, duty and love.
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY to Tour The U.S. This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2018
The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will open its U.S. tour in Idaho Falls, ID on September 28 and will play in more than 35 U.S. cities from coast to coast. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous "The Concert in Central Park" reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance. Go to www.thesimonandgarfunkelstory.com for on sale dates and ticket information.
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2018
The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will open its U.S. tour in Idaho Falls, ID on September 28 and will play in more than 35 U.S. cities from coast to coast. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous "The Concert in Central Park" reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance. Go to www.thesimonandgarfunkelstory.com for on sale dates and ticket information.
Colin Hay to Play NYC Album Release Show 3/18
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2017
Fierce Mercy is an epic, cinematic step forward from singer-songwriter Colin Hay, most beloved for his intimate, confessional live shows but most widely known for being an influential and celebrated frontman. The range of artists who have chosen to cite him as a muse or who have found themselves on stage with him in the past year spans the genre landscape from heavy metal, to Americana, to Cuban rhythms and beyond. His inclusion as a playlist favorite from the likes of Metallica to The Lumineers reflects his continuing relevance and broad appeal.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2017
Fierce Mercy is an epic, cinematic step forward from singer-songwriter Colin Hay, most beloved for his intimate, confessional live shows but most widely known for being an influential and celebrated frontman. The range of artists who have chosen to cite him as a muse or who have found themselves on stage with him in the past year spans the genre landscape from heavy metal, to Americana, to Cuban rhythms and beyond. His inclusion as a playlist favorite from the likes of Metallica to The Lumineers reflects his continuing relevance and broad appeal.
New ONCE National Tour Hits the Road in Philadelphia Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2016
Beloved folk/indie blend Broadway musical ONCE will, once more, hit the road.
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2016
Beloved folk/indie blend Broadway musical ONCE will, once more, hit the road.
New ONCE National Tour Will Hit the Road in 2016; Leads Announced!
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 16, 2015
With its first national tour wrapped, beloved folk/indie blend Broadway musical ONCE will, once more, hit the road.
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 16, 2015
With its first national tour wrapped, beloved folk/indie blend Broadway musical ONCE will, once more, hit the road.
Pittsburgh Symphony Joins Igudesman & Joo for SCARY CONCERT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2015
PITTSBURGH – Experience a concert that is both bone-rattling and sidesplitting when Igudesman & Joo return to perform the conductor-less “Scary Concert” with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at Heinz Hall tonight, October 31 and the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theater at West Virginia University on November 2.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2015
PITTSBURGH – Experience a concert that is both bone-rattling and sidesplitting when Igudesman & Joo return to perform the conductor-less “Scary Concert” with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at Heinz Hall tonight, October 31 and the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theater at West Virginia University on November 2.
Pittsburgh Symphony to Join Igudesman & Joo for SCARY CONCERT, 10/31
by Matt Smith - Oct 16, 2015
PITTSBURGH – Experience a concert that is both bone-rattling and sidesplitting when Igudesman & Joo return to perform the conductor-less “Scary Concert” with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at Heinz Hall on October 31 and the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theater at West Virginia University on November 2.
by Matt Smith - Oct 16, 2015
PITTSBURGH – Experience a concert that is both bone-rattling and sidesplitting when Igudesman & Joo return to perform the conductor-less “Scary Concert” with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at Heinz Hall on October 31 and the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theater at West Virginia University on November 2.
Melissa Etheridge to Play Mesa Arts Center, 12/9
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 22, 2014
Academy Award and GRAMMY winning artist Melissa Etheridge will take the stage for the Melissa Etheridge: This Is M.E. U.S. tour to perform songs from her new album, This is M.E., which is being released by ME Records on September 30. She will also be singing some of her greatest hits like 'Come to My Window', 'I'm The Only One' and 'I Want to Come Over'. The tour will include a performance in Mesa Arts Center's Ikeda Theater on Tuesday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 22, 2014
Academy Award and GRAMMY winning artist Melissa Etheridge will take the stage for the Melissa Etheridge: This Is M.E. U.S. tour to perform songs from her new album, This is M.E., which is being released by ME Records on September 30. She will also be singing some of her greatest hits like 'Come to My Window', 'I'm The Only One' and 'I Want to Come Over'. The tour will include a performance in Mesa Arts Center's Ikeda Theater on Tuesday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Holly Williams Plays The Bijou Theatre, 4/24
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 22, 2013
Acclaimed Nashville-based singer-songwriter Holly Williams will keep to The Highway in support of her third album, which continues to garner accolades and is out now on her own Georgiana Records imprint. With U.S. headlining dates throughout April, Williams is slated to play the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and Strawberry Music Festival in May and goes on to open for John Prine in June and John Hiatt in July. A full list of tour dates is below.
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 22, 2013
Acclaimed Nashville-based singer-songwriter Holly Williams will keep to The Highway in support of her third album, which continues to garner accolades and is out now on her own Georgiana Records imprint. With U.S. headlining dates throughout April, Williams is slated to play the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and Strawberry Music Festival in May and goes on to open for John Prine in June and John Hiatt in July. A full list of tour dates is below.
Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT Begins New Tour Dates, 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2012
Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT, the two-time Tony Award®-winning Broadway hit, begins its new tour dates starting tonight, August 29, 2012 at the North Charleston PAC in North Charleston, SC, followed by additional tour dates listed below.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2012
Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT, the two-time Tony Award®-winning Broadway hit, begins its new tour dates starting tonight, August 29, 2012 at the North Charleston PAC in North Charleston, SC, followed by additional tour dates listed below.
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