VIDEO: First Look at Signature Theatre's AFTER MIDNIGHT, Streaming Now
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2021
Signature Theatre is now streaming its production of After Midnight, beginning today, June 13 and running through August 4, 2021. This exhilarating song and dance extravaganza is set to the swinging sounds of Duke Ellington, Jimmy McHugh, Dorothy Fields, Harold Arlen and more and framed by the poems of Langston Hughes.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2021
Signature Theatre is now streaming its production of After Midnight, beginning today, June 13 and running through August 4, 2021. This exhilarating song and dance extravaganza is set to the swinging sounds of Duke Ellington, Jimmy McHugh, Dorothy Fields, Harold Arlen and more and framed by the poems of Langston Hughes.
BWW Review: AFTER MIDNIGHT at Signature Theatre
by Russell Smouse - June 13, 2021
After Midnight at Signature Theatre is a revue featuring the music of Harold Arlen, Dorothy Fields, Jimmy McHugh, and DC’s own Duke Ellington, and is set around the poems of Langston Hughes. The show features some of DC’s finest talent including Nova Y. Payton (a Signature regular) and Hamilton star Christopher Jackson as well as a stacked and extremely enthralling ensemble. With direction by Jared Grimes and music direction by Mark G. Meadows, the show proved to be a roaring success with over-the-top performances, fabulous design, and swinging music.
by Russell Smouse - June 13, 2021
After Midnight at Signature Theatre is a revue featuring the music of Harold Arlen, Dorothy Fields, Jimmy McHugh, and DC’s own Duke Ellington, and is set around the poems of Langston Hughes. The show features some of DC’s finest talent including Nova Y. Payton (a Signature regular) and Hamilton star Christopher Jackson as well as a stacked and extremely enthralling ensemble. With direction by Jared Grimes and music direction by Mark G. Meadows, the show proved to be a roaring success with over-the-top performances, fabulous design, and swinging music.
LaChanze and Terrence Mann to Star in Reading of BIG COUNTRY at Signature Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2021
Signature Theatre has announced a private reading of the new musical Big Country. The reading stars LaChanze (Broadway’s Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, The Color Purple) as Addie Moore and Terrence Mann (Broadway’s Tuck Everlasting, Pippin) as Louis Waters. The reading on June 11 is closed to the public.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2021
Signature Theatre has announced a private reading of the new musical Big Country. The reading stars LaChanze (Broadway’s Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, The Color Purple) as Addie Moore and Terrence Mann (Broadway’s Tuck Everlasting, Pippin) as Louis Waters. The reading on June 11 is closed to the public.
VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek at Washington National Opera's RETURN VICTORIOUS! Virtual Celebration
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2021
Virtual attendees also have access to exclusive interviews, featuring David M. Rubenstein and the Honorable Selwa “Lucky” Roosevelt, and WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello in conservation with Martina Arroyo and Marilyn Horne.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2021
Virtual attendees also have access to exclusive interviews, featuring David M. Rubenstein and the Honorable Selwa “Lucky” Roosevelt, and WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello in conservation with Martina Arroyo and Marilyn Horne.
The AMA to Present 'No Ocean Between Us: Art of Asian Diasporas in Latin America & The Caribbean'
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
The AMA | Art Museum of the Americas of the Organization of American States (OAS) will present No Ocean Between Us: Art of Asian Diasporas in Latin America & The Caribbean, 1945–Present, an exhibition that explores Asian migration to Latin America and the Caribbean and its influence on modern and contemporary art.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
The AMA | Art Museum of the Americas of the Organization of American States (OAS) will present No Ocean Between Us: Art of Asian Diasporas in Latin America & The Caribbean, 1945–Present, an exhibition that explores Asian migration to Latin America and the Caribbean and its influence on modern and contemporary art.
Shuttered Venue Operators Call on Small Business Administration to Release Grant Funds
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
APAP, NATO, NIVA, NITO, PAMAC, and the Performing Arts Alliance called on SBA and SBA Administrator Isabel Guzman to immediately fully fund all Shuttered Venue Operators Grant eligible entities and to immediately resolve interagency issues that have proven a barrier to funding for SVOG applicants, which are suffering deeply.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
APAP, NATO, NIVA, NITO, PAMAC, and the Performing Arts Alliance called on SBA and SBA Administrator Isabel Guzman to immediately fully fund all Shuttered Venue Operators Grant eligible entities and to immediately resolve interagency issues that have proven a barrier to funding for SVOG applicants, which are suffering deeply.
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsal For Signature Theatre's AFTER MIDNIGHT
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2021
Signature Theatre will present After Midnight, running June 13 – August 4, 2021. This exhilarating song and dance extravaganza is set to the swinging sounds of Duke Ellington, Jimmy McHugh, Dorothy Fields, Harold Arlen and more and framed by the poems of Langston Hughes.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2021
Signature Theatre will present After Midnight, running June 13 – August 4, 2021. This exhilarating song and dance extravaganza is set to the swinging sounds of Duke Ellington, Jimmy McHugh, Dorothy Fields, Harold Arlen and more and framed by the poems of Langston Hughes.
BWW Review: Will on the Hill and Far Away at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Timothy Treanor - June 08, 2021
“What’s past is prologue” Prospero says in The Tempest, but when the present passes into the past what’s left is Will on the Hill and Far Away, the earnest and frequently successful effort by Congressmen to do Shakespeare funny. In this annual exercise, designed to raise funds for arts education, members of both Houses, as well as various other political luminaries (Washington is crawling with them), put themselves in preposterous situations which magically turn out well, just as characters in the Bard’s plays often do.
by Timothy Treanor - June 08, 2021
“What’s past is prologue” Prospero says in The Tempest, but when the present passes into the past what’s left is Will on the Hill and Far Away, the earnest and frequently successful effort by Congressmen to do Shakespeare funny. In this annual exercise, designed to raise funds for arts education, members of both Houses, as well as various other political luminaries (Washington is crawling with them), put themselves in preposterous situations which magically turn out well, just as characters in the Bard’s plays often do.
BWW Review: IN THE MOMENT: A DRAWING DANCE at The Kennedy Center's Digital Stage
by Alexander C. Kafka - June 08, 2021
'In the MOment: A Drawing Dance' will inspire its intended audience of 4-and-ups with its delightfully sleek, bouncy, playful universe of human movement and green-screen geometric exploration.
by Alexander C. Kafka - June 08, 2021
'In the MOment: A Drawing Dance' will inspire its intended audience of 4-and-ups with its delightfully sleek, bouncy, playful universe of human movement and green-screen geometric exploration.
Seth Rudetsky, James Wesley, LaChanze & More to Take Part in Americans For The Arts' 2021 Annual Convention
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2021
Americans for the Arts will host its virtual Annual Convention June 8-11, 2021. Through 24 sessions, over 800 participants will gather to better understand how the nonprofit arts field can build an equitable arts, culture, and creative economy together as we reemerge and rebuild from the pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2021
Americans for the Arts will host its virtual Annual Convention June 8-11, 2021. Through 24 sessions, over 800 participants will gather to better understand how the nonprofit arts field can build an equitable arts, culture, and creative economy together as we reemerge and rebuild from the pandemic.
Theatre Life with Debbie Allen
by Elliot Lanes - June 05, 2021
Debbie Allen is one of those arts types that simply doesn’t fit into one category. I think it is safe to say she is an all-around goddess of the arts. Her list of achievements includes being directed by Bob Fosse and Jerome Robbins, directing Cat on a Hot Tin Roof on Broadway, choreographing the Oscars, being an executive producer and actress on the long running Grey’s Anatomy, and running a dance academy that bears her name.
by Elliot Lanes - June 05, 2021
Debbie Allen is one of those arts types that simply doesn’t fit into one category. I think it is safe to say she is an all-around goddess of the arts. Her list of achievements includes being directed by Bob Fosse and Jerome Robbins, directing Cat on a Hot Tin Roof on Broadway, choreographing the Oscars, being an executive producer and actress on the long running Grey’s Anatomy, and running a dance academy that bears her name.
BWW Review: A SURPRISE PROGRAM by the NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - June 04, 2021
The biggest surprise about the surprise program at the Kennedy Center by the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction fo Gianandrea Noseda may have been that it was happening at all.
by Roger Catlin - June 04, 2021
The biggest surprise about the surprise program at the Kennedy Center by the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction fo Gianandrea Noseda may have been that it was happening at all.
Ford's Theatre Announces BIPOC Playwriting Initiative- The Lincoln Legacy Commissions
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Ford's Theatre today announced the launch of The Lincoln Legacy Commissions—a new play development initiative for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) playwrights that explores racial history and social justice in the United States and gives voice to lesser-known historical figures and their contributions to American life. Playwrights Pearl Cleage, Rickerby Hinds, Nambi E. Kelley, Dominic Taylor and Charlayne Woodard comprise the inaugural writers of The Lincoln Legacy Commissions.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Ford's Theatre today announced the launch of The Lincoln Legacy Commissions—a new play development initiative for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) playwrights that explores racial history and social justice in the United States and gives voice to lesser-known historical figures and their contributions to American life. Playwrights Pearl Cleage, Rickerby Hinds, Nambi E. Kelley, Dominic Taylor and Charlayne Woodard comprise the inaugural writers of The Lincoln Legacy Commissions.
2021 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Award and Scholarship Recipients Announced
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced the national awardees of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, which was held virtually in convenings for each discipline that began on March 8, 2021 and continued through May 22, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced the national awardees of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, which was held virtually in convenings for each discipline that began on March 8, 2021 and continued through May 22, 2021.
Washington Concert Opera Presents Bellini's I PURITANI
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Washington Concert Opera has announced the official premiere of their digital production of Vincenzo Bellini's I Puritani.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Washington Concert Opera has announced the official premiere of their digital production of Vincenzo Bellini's I Puritani.
Student Blog: Voices of the Students (Part Two!)
by Student Blogger: Leah Packer - June 02, 2021
I reached out to other theatre students from both my department and other colleges and asked them: what's the best piece of theatrical advice you've ever received? Their answers are insightful, funny, and filled with love for their craft. Absorbing them almost felt like hitting the reset button, helping me re-align and focus on what I love and want to accomplish in theatre. Read on for their words of wisdom!
by Student Blogger: Leah Packer - June 02, 2021
I reached out to other theatre students from both my department and other colleges and asked them: what's the best piece of theatrical advice you've ever received? Their answers are insightful, funny, and filled with love for their craft. Absorbing them almost felt like hitting the reset button, helping me re-align and focus on what I love and want to accomplish in theatre. Read on for their words of wisdom!
Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO Commends the Biden Administration's Proposed Federal Arts Funding Levels
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2021
President Joe Biden released his administration’s budget which included $201 million in funding for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for FY2022, $177.5 million in funding for the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) for FY2022, and more.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2021
President Joe Biden released his administration’s budget which included $201 million in funding for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for FY2022, $177.5 million in funding for the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) for FY2022, and more.
BWW Review: LUTHER'S TRUMPET at Mason Arts At Home And George Mason University's School Of Theater
by Rachael F. Goldberg - May 31, 2021
'Luther's Trumpet' is a fair production with an interesting premise - some parts are more intriguing than others, so the overall impression leaves a little more to be desired. But those electric moments when Luther confronts his adversaries and his stirring speech at the show's close definitely elevate it beyond that 'fair' evaluation into something fascinating.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - May 31, 2021
'Luther's Trumpet' is a fair production with an interesting premise - some parts are more intriguing than others, so the overall impression leaves a little more to be desired. But those electric moments when Luther confronts his adversaries and his stirring speech at the show's close definitely elevate it beyond that 'fair' evaluation into something fascinating.
The John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts Announces Art Contest For Young Artists
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
As part of the If These Halls Could Talk exhibit, the Kennedy Center will invite young artists (ages 14-26) from across the United States to reflect on the legacy of John F. Kennedy by submitting all-original, creative portraits of the Center's namesake.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
As part of the If These Halls Could Talk exhibit, the Kennedy Center will invite young artists (ages 14-26) from across the United States to reflect on the legacy of John F. Kennedy by submitting all-original, creative portraits of the Center's namesake.
THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES to be Presented at Riverside Center
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
Broadway's Best is back in Virginia at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts with The Marvelous Wonderettes live onstage from June 2 through July 11! This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts!
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
Broadway's Best is back in Virginia at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts with The Marvelous Wonderettes live onstage from June 2 through July 11! This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts!
Hylton Performing Arts Center Announces 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
The Hylton Performing Arts Center announced a full lineup of indoor and outdoor programming for the 2021-2022 season during a pre-recorded video announcement for subscribers and Friends of the Hylton Center Thursday, May 27 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
The Hylton Performing Arts Center announced a full lineup of indoor and outdoor programming for the 2021-2022 season during a pre-recorded video announcement for subscribers and Friends of the Hylton Center Thursday, May 27 at 7 p.m.
Shakespeare Theatre Company Announces 2021/22 Season Featuring ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME & More
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
Shakespeare Theatre Company's Artistic Director SIMON GODWIN announced the Company's 2021/22 Season in a virtual townhall meeting for season subscribers, donors, Board members, and STC staff. The Tony theatre will resume live performances in September with a season that will showcase 'vivacious stories, audaciously shared' explains Godwin.
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
Shakespeare Theatre Company's Artistic Director SIMON GODWIN announced the Company's 2021/22 Season in a virtual townhall meeting for season subscribers, donors, Board members, and STC staff. The Tony theatre will resume live performances in September with a season that will showcase 'vivacious stories, audaciously shared' explains Godwin.
Opera Lafayette Presents FÊTE DE LA MUSIQUE Free 12 Hour Classical Music Marathon
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
Opera Lafayette is introducing Fête de la Musique - 12 hours of FREE original classical performances online Sunday, June 20, 2021. From 8 AM until 8 PM, Opera Lafayette will feature music from Bach, Forqueray, and Roussel, behind-the-scenes views into the creation of a production, family-friendly musical programming, as well as performances.
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
Opera Lafayette is introducing Fête de la Musique - 12 hours of FREE original classical performances online Sunday, June 20, 2021. From 8 AM until 8 PM, Opera Lafayette will feature music from Bach, Forqueray, and Roussel, behind-the-scenes views into the creation of a production, family-friendly musical programming, as well as performances.
Theatre Life with Beth Hylton
by Elliot Lanes - May 27, 2021
Today’s subject Beth Hylton is currently living her theatre life performing on your TVs and computer screens as the sole performer in Round House Theatre’s latest streaming production of Throw Me on the Burnpile and Light Me Up. The show is available for viewing through June 13th.
by Elliot Lanes - May 27, 2021
Today’s subject Beth Hylton is currently living her theatre life performing on your TVs and computer screens as the sole performer in Round House Theatre’s latest streaming production of Throw Me on the Burnpile and Light Me Up. The show is available for viewing through June 13th.
Student Blog: A Strange Loop: Interviews with the Cast
by Student Blogger: Leah Packer - May 26, 2021
Student blogger Leah chats with John-Andrew Morrison, James Jackson Jr, and Jason Veasay, three of the fabulous cast members in A Strange Loop! 'While I cannot wait to get my tickets to any productions that open first, one of the shows I'm most looking forward to seeing is A Strange Loop'
by Student Blogger: Leah Packer - May 26, 2021
Student blogger Leah chats with John-Andrew Morrison, James Jackson Jr, and Jason Veasay, three of the fabulous cast members in A Strange Loop! 'While I cannot wait to get my tickets to any productions that open first, one of the shows I'm most looking forward to seeing is A Strange Loop'
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