BWW Review: NSO POPS: DIANA ROSS - MUSIC BOOK 2020 at Kennedy Center
by Brandon Horwin - January 10, 2020
There are certain artists whose names immediately fall in the 'legend' category and Diana Ross is one of them. Though no proof is needed, she is even a Kennedy Center Honoree, Grammy Award Winner, Tony Award Winner, and Oscar and Golden Globe Nominee. Her career spans over 50 years and dates back to the Motown era, as one of the most famous acts during that time. I was watching a Motown special a couple of weeks ago and Motown founder, Berry Gordy commented that 'Diana Ross and the Supremes' were the 'number one act' for Motown during its success period. Diana Ross is back in 2020 and dazzling more than ever before at seventy-five years old lighting up the Kennedy Center Stage with grace and incredible vocals.
by Brandon Horwin - January 10, 2020
There are certain artists whose names immediately fall in the 'legend' category and Diana Ross is one of them. Though no proof is needed, she is even a Kennedy Center Honoree, Grammy Award Winner, Tony Award Winner, and Oscar and Golden Globe Nominee. Her career spans over 50 years and dates back to the Motown era, as one of the most famous acts during that time. I was watching a Motown special a couple of weeks ago and Motown founder, Berry Gordy commented that 'Diana Ross and the Supremes' were the 'number one act' for Motown during its success period. Diana Ross is back in 2020 and dazzling more than ever before at seventy-five years old lighting up the Kennedy Center Stage with grace and incredible vocals.
Brian Ganz's 10th Anniversary “Extreme Chopin” Quest Comes to The Music Center at Strathmore
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
Internationally acclaimed pianist Brian Ganz celebrates a decade into his sojourn of performing the complete works of Frédéric Chopin with a?oeChopin: The Growth of Geniusa?? at The Music Center at Strathmore at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
Internationally acclaimed pianist Brian Ganz celebrates a decade into his sojourn of performing the complete works of Frédéric Chopin with a?oeChopin: The Growth of Geniusa?? at The Music Center at Strathmore at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020.
Theater J to Present NATHAN THE WISE for Their Upcoming 30th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
Theater J Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director Jojo Ruf announce Nathan the Wise for Theater J's upcoming 30th Anniversary Season. Written by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing and adapted by Michael Bloom, Nathan the Wise runs February 24 - March 14, 2021. Adam Immerwahr directs, and Mitchell Hebert stars as Nathan.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
Theater J Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director Jojo Ruf announce Nathan the Wise for Theater J's upcoming 30th Anniversary Season. Written by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing and adapted by Michael Bloom, Nathan the Wise runs February 24 - March 14, 2021. Adam Immerwahr directs, and Mitchell Hebert stars as Nathan.
The Kennedy Center Presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
With a mix of exhilarating premieres, new productions, and retuning favorites, the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) marks its annual Kennedy Center engagement with seven performances on the Opera House stage from February 4a?"9. Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, the company has had a long-standing impact on the world of modern dance and a unique role in celebrating the African American cultural experience. The company's performances include premieres from esteemed choreographer Donald Byrd and Ailey dancer and first-ever resident choreographer Jamar Roberts that shine a spotlight on social issues. The engagement will see three D.C. debuts; two new productions; and two company premieres, along with Alvin Ailey's American masterpiece Revelations, which will be performed as the finale for all seven programs.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2020
With a mix of exhilarating premieres, new productions, and retuning favorites, the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) marks its annual Kennedy Center engagement with seven performances on the Opera House stage from February 4a?"9. Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, the company has had a long-standing impact on the world of modern dance and a unique role in celebrating the African American cultural experience. The company's performances include premieres from esteemed choreographer Donald Byrd and Ailey dancer and first-ever resident choreographer Jamar Roberts that shine a spotlight on social issues. The engagement will see three D.C. debuts; two new productions; and two company premieres, along with Alvin Ailey's American masterpiece Revelations, which will be performed as the finale for all seven programs.
National Philharmonic to Commence 2020 With Mozart's JUPITER SYMPHONY Featuring Shaham
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2020
The new year commences with two performances of Mozart's 'Jupiter Symphony,' and featuring international pianist Orli Shaham on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, at 3 p.m. at The Music Center at Strathmore.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2020
The new year commences with two performances of Mozart's 'Jupiter Symphony,' and featuring international pianist Orli Shaham on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, at 3 p.m. at The Music Center at Strathmore.
Shakespeare Theatre Company Announces Casting For THE AMEN CORNER By James Baldwin
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2020
Shakespeare Theatre Company is delighted to announce the full cast of The Amen Corner, James Baldwin's classic parable of passion and perseverance, which will grace the stage at Sidney Harman Hall (610 F St. NW) from February 11-March 15, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2020
Shakespeare Theatre Company is delighted to announce the full cast of The Amen Corner, James Baldwin's classic parable of passion and perseverance, which will grace the stage at Sidney Harman Hall (610 F St. NW) from February 11-March 15, 2020.
Prologue Theatre Continues Second Season With Craig Wright's RECENT TRAGIC EVENTS
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Recent Tragic Events, Craig Wright's quirky and compelling story that follows a succession of bizarre coincidences and explores the spectrum of fate and free will, also examines Prologue Theatre's season question a?oeWhere do we look to find ourselves?a??
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Recent Tragic Events, Craig Wright's quirky and compelling story that follows a succession of bizarre coincidences and explores the spectrum of fate and free will, also examines Prologue Theatre's season question a?oeWhere do we look to find ourselves?a??
New Jewish Play Prizes Announced By Theater J
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Theater J, the nation's premier professional Jewish theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director Jojo Ruf, announces two new national Jewish play prizes.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Theater J, the nation's premier professional Jewish theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director Jojo Ruf, announces two new national Jewish play prizes.
The Arcanists in Co-Production With Science Art Fusion Have Announced Live Comedy Game Show THE INTERNET: LIVE!!1'
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
The Arcanists in co-production with Science Art Fusion (ScienceAF) announce the launch of inventive live comedy game show, The Internet: LIVE!!1. In it, player-performers bring web content to life with a series of hilarious, impossible challenges inspired by memes, viral videos, and internet culture of yore, happening in the heart of Clarendon's night life at The G.O.A.T. Sports Bar.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
The Arcanists in co-production with Science Art Fusion (ScienceAF) announce the launch of inventive live comedy game show, The Internet: LIVE!!1. In it, player-performers bring web content to life with a series of hilarious, impossible challenges inspired by memes, viral videos, and internet culture of yore, happening in the heart of Clarendon's night life at The G.O.A.T. Sports Bar.
BWW Review: LE CABARET DE CARMEN at IN Series
by Rachael Goldberg - January 07, 2020
IN Series' 'Le Cabaret de Carmen' is a haunting, beautiful spin on the popular tragedy. It's a unique and thoughtful retelling, with a wonderful cast and production team, and is entrancing from its languid opening to its dramatic finale.
by Rachael Goldberg - January 07, 2020
IN Series' 'Le Cabaret de Carmen' is a haunting, beautiful spin on the popular tragedy. It's a unique and thoughtful retelling, with a wonderful cast and production team, and is entrancing from its languid opening to its dramatic finale.
Arena Stage Announces Additional Playwrights To Join Power Plays Initiative
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces four additional commissioned playwrights as a part of Power Plays, an ambitious initiative commissioning and developing 25 new plays and musicals from a diverse mix of writers, composers and lyricists over the course of 10 years. Playwrights Lauren Yee, Zack Zadek, Emily Feldman and Karen Zacarías join previously commissioned playwrights with projects underway, including Eduardo Machado, whose Power Play Celia and Fidel, a perceptive and authentic look at Fidel Castro's most trusted confidant and political partner, Celia Sánchez, enjoys its world premiere in Arena's Arlene and Robert Kogod Cradle, February 28 through April 12, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces four additional commissioned playwrights as a part of Power Plays, an ambitious initiative commissioning and developing 25 new plays and musicals from a diverse mix of writers, composers and lyricists over the course of 10 years. Playwrights Lauren Yee, Zack Zadek, Emily Feldman and Karen Zacarías join previously commissioned playwrights with projects underway, including Eduardo Machado, whose Power Play Celia and Fidel, a perceptive and authentic look at Fidel Castro's most trusted confidant and political partner, Celia Sánchez, enjoys its world premiere in Arena's Arlene and Robert Kogod Cradle, February 28 through April 12, 2020.
Studio Theatre Has Named Reginald L. Douglas as New Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Studio Theatre and Artistic Director David Muse have announced that Reginald L. Douglas will join the organization as its new Associate Artistic Director later this month. Douglas comes to Studio from City Theatre Company in Pittsburgh, where he has served as Artistic Producer since 2015.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2020
Studio Theatre and Artistic Director David Muse have announced that Reginald L. Douglas will join the organization as its new Associate Artistic Director later this month. Douglas comes to Studio from City Theatre Company in Pittsburgh, where he has served as Artistic Producer since 2015.
Theatre Life with John Bell
by Elliot Lanes - January 06, 2020
Today's subject John Bell is currently living his theatre life as the musical director for the Bartlett Sher directed touring production of My Fair Lady which plays in the Opera House at the Kennedy Center now through January 19th.
by Elliot Lanes - January 06, 2020
Today's subject John Bell is currently living his theatre life as the musical director for the Bartlett Sher directed touring production of My Fair Lady which plays in the Opera House at the Kennedy Center now through January 19th.
BWW Review: Brave Spirits Opens its Epic History Rep with a Strong 'Richard II'
by Andrew White - January 06, 2020
One of D.C.'s finer classical companies, Brave Spirits, has embarked on a two-year repertory of William Shakespeare's history plays. Leading off this ambitious project is Charlene V. Smith's razor-sharp production of a?oeRichard II.a?? Smith has assembled a cast that is assured in its understanding of Shakespeare's language; more importantly, she has nurtured some of the most creative, nuanced readings of the Bard's famous speeches I have ever heard.
by Andrew White - January 06, 2020
One of D.C.'s finer classical companies, Brave Spirits, has embarked on a two-year repertory of William Shakespeare's history plays. Leading off this ambitious project is Charlene V. Smith's razor-sharp production of a?oeRichard II.a?? Smith has assembled a cast that is assured in its understanding of Shakespeare's language; more importantly, she has nurtured some of the most creative, nuanced readings of the Bard's famous speeches I have ever heard.
Photo Flash: A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS Begins Rehearsals At Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces the company for A Thousand Splendid Suns, adapted for the stage by Ursula Rani Sarma and based on the 2007 New York Times bestselling novel by Khaled Hosseini (Kite Runner).
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces the company for A Thousand Splendid Suns, adapted for the stage by Ursula Rani Sarma and based on the 2007 New York Times bestselling novel by Khaled Hosseini (Kite Runner).
Shakespeare Theatre Company Has Announced Casting For TIMON OF ATHENS
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced casting for Artistic Director SIMON GODWIN's directorial debut at the Theatre-a restaging of his recent acclaimed production of Timon of Athens, a co-production with Theatre for a New Audience (TFANA), produced in association with The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC). Timon of Athens will be onstage at the Michael R. Klein Theatre at the Lansburgh starting February 20 and running until March 22, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced casting for Artistic Director SIMON GODWIN's directorial debut at the Theatre-a restaging of his recent acclaimed production of Timon of Athens, a co-production with Theatre for a New Audience (TFANA), produced in association with The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC). Timon of Athens will be onstage at the Michael R. Klein Theatre at the Lansburgh starting February 20 and running until March 22, 2020.
Tenor Anthony Kearns Headlined 'Fourth Annual Holiday Cocktails And Songs Of The Season' In Washington, D.C.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
On Thursday night before Christmas 2019, the Phoenix Hotel in downtown Washington DC was the scene of the 'Fourth Annual Holiday Cocktails and Songs of the Season' celebration, featuring international celebrity tenor, Anthony Kearns.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2020
On Thursday night before Christmas 2019, the Phoenix Hotel in downtown Washington DC was the scene of the 'Fourth Annual Holiday Cocktails and Songs of the Season' celebration, featuring international celebrity tenor, Anthony Kearns.
BWW Review: NEW YEAR'S EVE TRIBUTE TO ARETHA FRANKLIN at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - January 03, 2020
Some of Aretha Franklin's greatest performances happened at the Kennedy Center - chief of which may have been a 2015 performance of '(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman' at the Kennedy Center Honors that made Barack Obama shed a tear in the Presidential box.
by Roger Catlin - January 03, 2020
Some of Aretha Franklin's greatest performances happened at the Kennedy Center - chief of which may have been a 2015 performance of '(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman' at the Kennedy Center Honors that made Barack Obama shed a tear in the Presidential box.
Photo Flash: Arena Stage NEWSIES Grants Teen's Wish to Perform
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
In partnership with Make-A-Wish®, Arena Stage invited Alexandra to perform in a special performance of the musical Disney's Newsies at the Mead Center for American Theater (1101 Sixth Street, SW) on Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
In partnership with Make-A-Wish®, Arena Stage invited Alexandra to perform in a special performance of the musical Disney's Newsies at the Mead Center for American Theater (1101 Sixth Street, SW) on Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 2 p.m.
Creative Cauldron to Present PASSPORT TO THE WORLD
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
Creative Cauldron presents Passport to the World, January 4-February 1 a musical tour of the world in our intimate cabaret space, with a diverse musical line up specially curated by Ken Avis and Lynn Veronneau of the Wammy Award-winning jazz samba group Veronneau. Enjoy blues, jazz, Latin, fusion, bluegrass, folk and a musical experience only the well-travelled know. Our 9th installment of the “Passport to the World” concert series promises another first rate music festival that allows you to explore the world without ever leaving Falls Church. All Passport to the World concerts are presented at Creative Cauldron, 410 S Maple Avenue, Falls Church VA.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
Creative Cauldron presents Passport to the World, January 4-February 1 a musical tour of the world in our intimate cabaret space, with a diverse musical line up specially curated by Ken Avis and Lynn Veronneau of the Wammy Award-winning jazz samba group Veronneau. Enjoy blues, jazz, Latin, fusion, bluegrass, folk and a musical experience only the well-travelled know. Our 9th installment of the “Passport to the World” concert series promises another first rate music festival that allows you to explore the world without ever leaving Falls Church. All Passport to the World concerts are presented at Creative Cauldron, 410 S Maple Avenue, Falls Church VA.
The Company of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Ford's Theatre Raised +$83k for D.C.'s Bright Beginnings
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
Ford's Theatre Society announced that audiences and the company of A Christmas Carol raised $83,388.91 for Bright Beginnings during performances of this season's A Christmas Carol. Over the last 11 years, the company has raised more than $919,988 for Washington-area charities, aiding thousands within the D.C.-area who experience homelessness and hunger.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
Ford's Theatre Society announced that audiences and the company of A Christmas Carol raised $83,388.91 for Bright Beginnings during performances of this season's A Christmas Carol. Over the last 11 years, the company has raised more than $919,988 for Washington-area charities, aiding thousands within the D.C.-area who experience homelessness and hunger.
Photo Flash: Ken Ludwig and More at Arena Stage's LETTERS AROUND ARENA
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
This past holiday season, Arena Stage partnered with Support Our Soldiers' Letters From Home Campaign. They called it Letters Around Arena and asked their audiences, employees and artists to writer a letter to active duty American Soldiers.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2020
This past holiday season, Arena Stage partnered with Support Our Soldiers' Letters From Home Campaign. They called it Letters Around Arena and asked their audiences, employees and artists to writer a letter to active duty American Soldiers.
Reston Community Players Presents Ken Ludwig's THE GAME'S AFOOT
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2019
Reston Community Players continues its theme of murderous comedy as its 53rd season continues with Ken Ludwig's The Game's Afoot (or Holmes for the Holidays). The award-winning production that combines murder with nonstop laughter runs January 17-February 1 at the Reston Community Center.
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2019
Reston Community Players continues its theme of murderous comedy as its 53rd season continues with Ken Ludwig's The Game's Afoot (or Holmes for the Holidays). The award-winning production that combines murder with nonstop laughter runs January 17-February 1 at the Reston Community Center.
Brian Ganz Brings 'Chopin: The Growth of Genius' to The Music Center at Strathmore
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019
Internationally acclaimed pianist Brian Ganz celebrates a decade into his sojourn of performing the complete works of Frédéric Chopin with a?oeChopin: The Growth of Geniusa?? at The Music Center at Strathmore at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. The entire concert will be marked by Ganz's signature a?oemusical gardeninga??: Ganz will showcase Chopin's growth as a composer by showing how early waltzes, polonaises, nocturnes, and marches demonstrate the seed of his genius, followed by more mature examples of the same genres. This is the first time Ganz has employed this technique for the course of an entire performance.
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2019
Internationally acclaimed pianist Brian Ganz celebrates a decade into his sojourn of performing the complete works of Frédéric Chopin with a?oeChopin: The Growth of Geniusa?? at The Music Center at Strathmore at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. The entire concert will be marked by Ganz's signature a?oemusical gardeninga??: Ganz will showcase Chopin's growth as a composer by showing how early waltzes, polonaises, nocturnes, and marches demonstrate the seed of his genius, followed by more mature examples of the same genres. This is the first time Ganz has employed this technique for the course of an entire performance.
Review Roundup: The National Tour of THE BAND'S VISIT
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2019
The first national tour of The Band's Visit is now making its way across the country! After a mix-up at the border, an Egyptian Police Band is sent to a remote village in the middle of the Israeli desert. With no bus until morning and no hotel in sight, these unlikely travelers are taken in by the locals. Under the spell of the desert sky, their lives become intertwined in the most unexpected ways. THE BAND'S VISIT celebrates the deeply human ways music, longing and laughter can connect us all.
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2019
The first national tour of The Band's Visit is now making its way across the country! After a mix-up at the border, an Egyptian Police Band is sent to a remote village in the middle of the Israeli desert. With no bus until morning and no hotel in sight, these unlikely travelers are taken in by the locals. Under the spell of the desert sky, their lives become intertwined in the most unexpected ways. THE BAND'S VISIT celebrates the deeply human ways music, longing and laughter can connect us all.
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