Jennifer Schwed, Doug Bradshaw, And Charlie Barnett of 19: THE MUSICAL at National Museum Of Women In The Arts
by Rachael Goldberg - November 18, 2019
'19: The Musical' is the brainchild of Through the 4th Wall co-founders, Jennifer Schwed and Doug Bradshaw. Both DC natives, Schwed and Bradshaw conceived the idea of a musical about the passage of the 19th Amendment in 2016, and, along with Composer Charlie Barnett, have been overseeing workshops and concert performances for the last two years. Now, the team is preparing for the premiere of the full production, to be staged at the National Museum of Women in the Arts November 25-27.
by Rachael Goldberg - November 18, 2019
'19: The Musical' is the brainchild of Through the 4th Wall co-founders, Jennifer Schwed and Doug Bradshaw. Both DC natives, Schwed and Bradshaw conceived the idea of a musical about the passage of the 19th Amendment in 2016, and, along with Composer Charlie Barnett, have been overseeing workshops and concert performances for the last two years. Now, the team is preparing for the premiere of the full production, to be staged at the National Museum of Women in the Arts November 25-27.
BWW Review: NO EXIT at Live Garra Theatre
by Rachael F. Goldberg - November 18, 2019
'No Exit' itself is a wonderful source material, and it was intriguing to hear Live Garra Theatre's plans to update and add an escape room element to the famous play. I walked into this show excited to see a new, modern twist on one of my favourite plays. Instead, I walked out incredibly disappointed.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - November 18, 2019
'No Exit' itself is a wonderful source material, and it was intriguing to hear Live Garra Theatre's plans to update and add an escape room element to the famous play. I walked into this show excited to see a new, modern twist on one of my favourite plays. Instead, I walked out incredibly disappointed.
NMPA Hires Kerry Mustico
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
The National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) today announced that Kerry Mustico has been hired as SVP, Legal & Business Affairs. Kerry was previously Senior Counsel at Oppenheim + Zebrak, LLP, where she focused on copyright, trademark and internet-related litigation as well as anti-piracy and anti-counterfeiting enforcement strategies. She also specialized in counseling clients on privacy and data protection issues.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
The National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) today announced that Kerry Mustico has been hired as SVP, Legal & Business Affairs. Kerry was previously Senior Counsel at Oppenheim + Zebrak, LLP, where she focused on copyright, trademark and internet-related litigation as well as anti-piracy and anti-counterfeiting enforcement strategies. She also specialized in counseling clients on privacy and data protection issues.
VIDEO: First Look at The National Ballet of Canada's THE SLEEPING BEAUTY at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2019
Canada's esteemed ballet company returns with The Sleeping Beauty. The performance plays Jan. 30a?"Feb. 2. The Sleeping Beauty is the romantic tale of a princess cursed to sleep for 100 years, danced to Tchaikovsky's gorgeous music.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2019
Canada's esteemed ballet company returns with The Sleeping Beauty. The performance plays Jan. 30a?"Feb. 2. The Sleeping Beauty is the romantic tale of a princess cursed to sleep for 100 years, danced to Tchaikovsky's gorgeous music.
BWW Review: DISNEY'S NEWSIES at Arena Stage
by Kelle Long - November 15, 2019
Despite being set in 1899, NEWSIES feels marvelously modern. It is sharp, slick, and explosive. Even if, like me, you saw the bright new production of NEWSIES on Broadway in 2012, the Arena Stage setting is instantly memorable. Being emerged in the theater-in-the-round is like the difference between seeing a beloved film on the big screen and walking into the middle of the action in the Disney theme parks.
by Kelle Long - November 15, 2019
Despite being set in 1899, NEWSIES feels marvelously modern. It is sharp, slick, and explosive. Even if, like me, you saw the bright new production of NEWSIES on Broadway in 2012, the Arena Stage setting is instantly memorable. Being emerged in the theater-in-the-round is like the difference between seeing a beloved film on the big screen and walking into the middle of the action in the Disney theme parks.
The Keegan Theatre Announces Holiday Lineup
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
The Keegan Theatre announces its lineup for the 2019 holiday season, including its beloved holiday tradition, AN IRISH CAROL, written by Dublin native and Keegan company member Matthew J. Keenan opening on December 12, a Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA production for families, THE MAGICAL PI?'ATA, an original Mexican play with music featuring a book and lyrics by Karen Zacarías and music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma, opening on December 14, and the return of the beloved DC horn-and-percussion band The Harry Bells for a one-night-only holiday concert, Keegan's Greetings.
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
The Keegan Theatre announces its lineup for the 2019 holiday season, including its beloved holiday tradition, AN IRISH CAROL, written by Dublin native and Keegan company member Matthew J. Keenan opening on December 12, a Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA production for families, THE MAGICAL PI?'ATA, an original Mexican play with music featuring a book and lyrics by Karen Zacarías and music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma, opening on December 14, and the return of the beloved DC horn-and-percussion band The Harry Bells for a one-night-only holiday concert, Keegan's Greetings.
Photo Flash: Take a Look at Photos From Opening Night of NEWSIES at Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
In the summer of 1899, the newsboys of New York City took on two of the most powerful men in the country — Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst — and won. Inspired by true events, the Broadway smash hit is a testament to the power of standing up and speaking out. The Tony Award-winning musical features fan-favorites like “Carrying the Banner,” “King of New York” and “Seize the Day.” Newsies is “a winning, high-energy musical” (Entertainment Weekly) just in time for the holidays and perfect for the whole family.
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2019
In the summer of 1899, the newsboys of New York City took on two of the most powerful men in the country — Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst — and won. Inspired by true events, the Broadway smash hit is a testament to the power of standing up and speaking out. The Tony Award-winning musical features fan-favorites like “Carrying the Banner,” “King of New York” and “Seize the Day.” Newsies is “a winning, high-energy musical” (Entertainment Weekly) just in time for the holidays and perfect for the whole family.
BWW Review: Folger Theater's AMADEUS a Descent in to the Dark Side of Musical Genius
by Andrew White - November 15, 2019
The setting for Richard Clifford's production of Amadeus, Peter Shaffer's classic, modern revenge tragedy could not be more skillfully assembled, and Clifford has created a taut, compelling evening for Folger audiences that remind us how shockingly contemporary the play's themes are.
by Andrew White - November 15, 2019
The setting for Richard Clifford's production of Amadeus, Peter Shaffer's classic, modern revenge tragedy could not be more skillfully assembled, and Clifford has created a taut, compelling evening for Folger audiences that remind us how shockingly contemporary the play's themes are.
BWW Review: AIRNESS at Keegan Theatre
by Brandon Horwin - November 15, 2019
'What does air guitar teach us? Everything we need to rock, is already inside us' is a line that the character of Golden Thunder delivers midway through this fun and fresh play. It's a line that sums up this play for me: air guitarists competing nationally and internationally, doing so because they love it, and making relationships, helping and sometimes finding out more about each other and themselves along the way.
by Brandon Horwin - November 15, 2019
'What does air guitar teach us? Everything we need to rock, is already inside us' is a line that the character of Golden Thunder delivers midway through this fun and fresh play. It's a line that sums up this play for me: air guitarists competing nationally and internationally, doing so because they love it, and making relationships, helping and sometimes finding out more about each other and themselves along the way.
National Philharmonic Gets Festive With HOLIDAY SINGIN' POPS
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
The holiday season is in full swing at the National Philharmonic with a?oeHoliday Singin' Popsa?? on Friday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at The Music Center at Strathmore. Guest conductor and local Washington talent Luke Frazier will lead the National Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorale, as well as Broadway stars and international talents Ali Ewoldt (Phantom of the Opera); Hilary Morrow (Birdland Jazz Club); Kevin Rose, international vocalist; and Addalie Burns, an eight-year-old tap dancer, in an evening of holiday hits.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
The holiday season is in full swing at the National Philharmonic with a?oeHoliday Singin' Popsa?? on Friday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at The Music Center at Strathmore. Guest conductor and local Washington talent Luke Frazier will lead the National Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorale, as well as Broadway stars and international talents Ali Ewoldt (Phantom of the Opera); Hilary Morrow (Birdland Jazz Club); Kevin Rose, international vocalist; and Addalie Burns, an eight-year-old tap dancer, in an evening of holiday hits.
Updated Schedule Announced For HEARTSPACE: A Performance Residency
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
THE EARTH, THAT IS SUFFICIENT, a year-long, iterative, transnational, ensemble-driven performance project exploring the precarity of human relationships to extraction, consumption and power, culminates in the HEARTSPACE residency and transdisciplinary performance at the Anacostia Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
THE EARTH, THAT IS SUFFICIENT, a year-long, iterative, transnational, ensemble-driven performance project exploring the precarity of human relationships to extraction, consumption and power, culminates in the HEARTSPACE residency and transdisciplinary performance at the Anacostia Playhouse.
BWW Review: EDWARD ALBEE'S OCCUPANT at Theater J
by Rachael F. Goldberg - November 14, 2019
'Occupant' is a beautiful, intimate piece about a fascinating woman, presented in a clever and engaging manner. Every element of the production is thoughtful, and it's thoroughly enjoyable to settle in for an evening with Louise and her part-admiring, part-critical interviewer.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - November 14, 2019
'Occupant' is a beautiful, intimate piece about a fascinating woman, presented in a clever and engaging manner. Every element of the production is thoughtful, and it's thoroughly enjoyable to settle in for an evening with Louise and her part-admiring, part-critical interviewer.
Folger Consort Presents GLORIA!: A BAROQUE ITALIAN CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Folger Consort, the early music ensemble in residence at the Folger Shakespeare Library, celebrates the holiday season with seven concerts of Gloria!: A Baroque Italian Christmas December 13 through December 18, 2019 in the nave of St. Mark's Episcopal Church on Capitol Hill.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Folger Consort, the early music ensemble in residence at the Folger Shakespeare Library, celebrates the holiday season with seven concerts of Gloria!: A Baroque Italian Christmas December 13 through December 18, 2019 in the nave of St. Mark's Episcopal Church on Capitol Hill.
Voting Now Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Washington DC Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Washington DC Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Washington DC Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
BWW Review: MARK MORRIS DANCE GROUP: PEPPERLAND at The Kennedy Center
by Rachael Goldberg - November 14, 2019
The knowledge that Mark Morris Dance Group's 'Pepperland' is based on the Beatles' a?oeSgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Banda?? album sets the expectation for a bright, vivid performance that's just edging into trippy. For the most part, the show lives up to that expectation, but with some twists.
by Rachael Goldberg - November 14, 2019
The knowledge that Mark Morris Dance Group's 'Pepperland' is based on the Beatles' a?oeSgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Banda?? album sets the expectation for a bright, vivid performance that's just edging into trippy. For the most part, the show lives up to that expectation, but with some twists.
Protege Of Itzhak Perlman, Randall Goosby, to Debut at The Kennedy Center Terrace
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Brilliant 23-year-old American violinist Randall Goosby won First Prize in the 2018 YCA International Auditions and five special awards. He just performed with his mentor Itzhak Perlman and the Grand Rapids Symphony. Program includes a work by William Grant Still inspired by the Harlem Renaissance.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Brilliant 23-year-old American violinist Randall Goosby won First Prize in the 2018 YCA International Auditions and five special awards. He just performed with his mentor Itzhak Perlman and the Grand Rapids Symphony. Program includes a work by William Grant Still inspired by the Harlem Renaissance.
NEWSIES Will Receive Six Show Extension For Run at Arena Stage
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
The Tony Award-winning musical, Disney's Newsies, will receive an additional six performances during its run at Arena Stage. Under the direction of Molly Smith, choreography by Parker Esse and music direction by Laura Bergquist, the production now runs through December 29, 2019 in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
The Tony Award-winning musical, Disney's Newsies, will receive an additional six performances during its run at Arena Stage. Under the direction of Molly Smith, choreography by Parker Esse and music direction by Laura Bergquist, the production now runs through December 29, 2019 in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage.
BWW Review: AGNES OF GOD at Factory 449
by Rachael Goldberg - November 13, 2019
Factory 449's 'Agnes of God' is an emotional, intimate play that speaks to inner struggles. With a sharp script and an exceptional cast, it's an insightful and aching performance that is both enjoyable and heartbreaking to watch.
by Rachael Goldberg - November 13, 2019
Factory 449's 'Agnes of God' is an emotional, intimate play that speaks to inner struggles. With a sharp script and an exceptional cast, it's an insightful and aching performance that is both enjoyable and heartbreaking to watch.
Baritone Gordon Hawkins Will Sing the Role of The Reverend in Washington National Opera's BLUE
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Baritone Gordon Hawkins will sing the role of The Reverend in Washington National Opera's upcoming co-commissioned production of Tazewell Thompson and Jeanine Tesori's Blue, March 15a?"28, 2020. Hawkins replaces the previously-announced Lester Lynch, who has withdrawn for personal reasons.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Baritone Gordon Hawkins will sing the role of The Reverend in Washington National Opera's upcoming co-commissioned production of Tazewell Thompson and Jeanine Tesori's Blue, March 15a?"28, 2020. Hawkins replaces the previously-announced Lester Lynch, who has withdrawn for personal reasons.
BWW Review: WHITE PEARL at Studio Theatre
by Benjamin Tomchik - November 12, 2019
Studio Theatre's production is frustrating since both the creative and acting components of this production are stellar. The real outrage is not what happens onstage, but what doesn't. And for that, the blame lies solely with the playwright Anchuli Felicia King.
by Benjamin Tomchik - November 12, 2019
Studio Theatre's production is frustrating since both the creative and acting components of this production are stellar. The real outrage is not what happens onstage, but what doesn't. And for that, the blame lies solely with the playwright Anchuli Felicia King.
BWW Review: THE HAVEL PROJECT: VANĚK UNLEASHED & PROTEST at Alliance For New Music-Theatre
by Roger Catlin - November 12, 2019
Before he became the last president of Czechoslovakia - and the first president of the Czech Republic -- the famous Eastern European freedom fighter Václav Havel was a playwright. His works before the revolution spoke to issues arising from Soviet rule, as did the plays that followed it.
by Roger Catlin - November 12, 2019
Before he became the last president of Czechoslovakia - and the first president of the Czech Republic -- the famous Eastern European freedom fighter Václav Havel was a playwright. His works before the revolution spoke to issues arising from Soviet rule, as did the plays that followed it.
BWW Review: A CHORUS LINE at Signature Theatre
by Elliot Lanes - November 12, 2019
I am often asked what my all time favorite Broadway musical is. I always reply A Chorus Line. I consider it to be a perfect musical in every way. The show's original director/choreographer Michael Bennett captured the heart and soul of the dancer so beautifully in what I consider to be his masterwork. Marvin Hamlisch's music and Edward Kleban's lyrics were and still are one of the most inventive theatre scores ever written. James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante's book (based off of taped interviews of Broadway dancers conducted by Bennett) frame the songs to sheer perfection. Paul's monologue in the show is actually based on Dante's true story.
by Elliot Lanes - November 12, 2019
I am often asked what my all time favorite Broadway musical is. I always reply A Chorus Line. I consider it to be a perfect musical in every way. The show's original director/choreographer Michael Bennett captured the heart and soul of the dancer so beautifully in what I consider to be his masterwork. Marvin Hamlisch's music and Edward Kleban's lyrics were and still are one of the most inventive theatre scores ever written. James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante's book (based off of taped interviews of Broadway dancers conducted by Bennett) frame the songs to sheer perfection. Paul's monologue in the show is actually based on Dante's true story.
Music and Dance Collaboration THE DAY is Coming to the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Distinguished artists Maya Beiser, cello, Wendy Whelan, dancer, Lucinda Childs, choreographer, and David Lang, composer, bring their new evening-length music and dance collaboration, The Day, to the Kennedy Center for two nights only, December 6 & 7, in its D.C. premiere.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Distinguished artists Maya Beiser, cello, Wendy Whelan, dancer, Lucinda Childs, choreographer, and David Lang, composer, bring their new evening-length music and dance collaboration, The Day, to the Kennedy Center for two nights only, December 6 & 7, in its D.C. premiere.
Stand-Up Silver Spring Is Back At Post 41
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Stand-Up Silver Spring is everybody's favorite local comedy spot. Come on out for the hilarious Franqi French (StandUpNBC) along with Hannah Trav (Philly's Phunniest), Davine Ker (MOTH StorySlam) and Bria Beddoe. Guaranteed laughs at the very chill and supremely hospitable Post 41. You need to laugh? They make it happen!
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Stand-Up Silver Spring is everybody's favorite local comedy spot. Come on out for the hilarious Franqi French (StandUpNBC) along with Hannah Trav (Philly's Phunniest), Davine Ker (MOTH StorySlam) and Bria Beddoe. Guaranteed laughs at the very chill and supremely hospitable Post 41. You need to laugh? They make it happen!
BWW Review: LOVERS' VOWS at We Happy Few
by Roger Catlin - November 11, 2019
Kudos to We Happy Few artistic director Kerry McGee for researching 'obsessively' the works of female playwrights of the 17th and 18th century, and for finding one in particular that can speak to modern audiences with some verve and relevance.
by Roger Catlin - November 11, 2019
Kudos to We Happy Few artistic director Kerry McGee for researching 'obsessively' the works of female playwrights of the 17th and 18th century, and for finding one in particular that can speak to modern audiences with some verve and relevance.
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