Monday, April 3, 2017 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Deadly Funny – a new brand of Australian comedy by Arts Review

Aboriginal stand-up is a small, but increasingly recognisable, element of Australia’s comedy scene. Melbourne’s International Comedy Festival first held its Deadly Funny competition in …

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 11:58PM

Mark Cofta’s theater picks: Local stage stars today and tomorrow by Mark Cofta

College theater programs end their seasons, while the busy Philadelphia season offers popular puppets (for grown-ups), a princess (for kids), and innovative improv.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 11:54PM

Stage review: Lea Salonga sings Broadway, Disney and pop at Trust Cabaret by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Lea Salonga came to Pittsburgh with a song list that had her shaking her head and apologizing.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 11:49PM

Red Carpet Roundup: Richard Ridge Chats Up the Stars at Opening Night of AMELIE by BroadwayWorld

The new Broadway musical,Amelieopened tonightat theWalter KerrTheatre. Tony nomineePhillipa Sooreturns to Broadway in thenew musical based on the beloved five-time Oscar-nominated film. Rich…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42PM

McKeever/Zoetic’s ‘After,’ GableStage’s ‘Royale’ Top Winners At 41st Carbonells by Bill Hirschman

Michael McKeever, a beloved and prolific figure in local theater, set a record Monday when he won his eighth Best New Work at Monday's Carbonell Awards for the scorching drama After, but he …

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 11:31PM

Complete List Of Carbonell Awards 2016 And Statistics by Bill Hirschman

All the winners, nominees and statistics for the 41st anniversary Carbonell Awards presented Monday.

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 11:31PM

MICF: David O’Doherty – Big Time by Arts Review

I felt a bit emotional the morning after David O’Doherty’s MICF show Big Time. Having seen and enjoyed his work before, that’s not what I was expecting. O’Doherty plays on your mind …

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 11:18PM

MICF: Soap by Arts Review

For some years now, tours of circus-based extravaganzas have been (at least) an annual feature of Australia’s arts scene. Following stints at Adelaide Fringe, the Brisbane Festival, and th…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 11:00PM

Review: Amélie

Phillipa Soo stars in this musical adaptation of the popular 2001 French film.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘The Prisoner of Zenda’ at Hedgerow Theatre by Tim Dunleavy

There are few adventure stories as durable as The Prisoner of Zenda. Anthony Hope’s 1894 novel – the story of a well-meaning Englishman who looks exactly like a European king, and who po…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:53PM

Call Answered: Adrienne Truscott: THIS at New York Live Arts by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: I am beyond thrilled to sit down with writer/comedian Adrienne Truscott. After seeing her one-woman show "Asking For It," a show about the rules & rhetoric about rape, com…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 10:48PM

Amélie review – a creme brulee of a musical: cloying and far too sweet by Alexis Soloski

The Walter Kerr Theatre, New YorkThe Pam MacKinnon-directed adaptation of the whimsical 2001 film struggles to deliver the goods, hemmed in by a saccharine songbook and passionless plotIn Am…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:48PM

MICF: Steve Hughes by Arts Review

A while ago Steve Hughes amused on a short spot on Live At The Apollo taking the piss out of modern music. I thought maybe the promise that “Hughes tells it like it is” would make hi…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 10:45PM

Review: Amelie by Brian Scott Lipton

Phillipa Soo steals the show in Amelie.

SOURCE: cititour.com at 10:42PM

Review: ‘Amélie’ Is Easy to Listen To, but Never Really Sings by Ben Brantley

This mild-mannered musical adaptation of the famously divisive 2001 French film is unlikely to inspire similarly passionate responses.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:24PM

Cabaret announces full Melbourne Cast by Arts Review

Following a sell-out season in Sydney, The Kit Kat Club is returning to Melbourne in all its decadence for a new Australian revival of Cabaret playing at The Athenaeum Theatre from 27 April…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 10:18PM

Broadway leading lady Kelli O'Hara to perform Trust Cabaret concert in September by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Kelli O’Hara, a six-time Tony Award nominee and a winner in 2015 for “The King and I,” will headline a Trust Cabaret special concert Sept. 25 at the August Wilson Center, part of the 2…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 10:08PM

'Amelie' review: Phillipa Soo shines in weirdly original show

The Broadway season has many openings left before the late-April cutoff, but it seems safe to say that none is likely to be weirder than "Amelie." Given the bushels of imagination in directo…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 10:06PM

Amelie review at Walter Kerr Theatre, New York – ‘full of charm’ by Mark Shenton

Following the triumphant opening of An American in Paris in the West End, Broadway is now offering this modest, whimsical portrait of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:00PM

Broadway Review: ‘Amelie’ Starring Phillipa Soo by Gordon Cox

The only thing remotely Parisian about “Amelie” is the use of a bilious shade of green reminiscent of the outdoor pissoirs one used to see all over Paris. Hardly the image to tak…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Amélie by Sandi Durell

  by Michael Bracken     You know you’re in trouble when ten minutes into a show you’re looking at a man with talking goldfish covering his head, especially when five minu…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:56PM

Artbank Melbourne on the move to bigger premises by Arts Review

After more than a decade operating out of a showroom and office in Armadale, Artbank will this year take up residence in a large-scale new, purpose-designed warehouse space in Down Street, C…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 09:39PM

Stephen K Amos: 'I want you to laugh and then I pull the rug from under your feet' by Simon Miraudo

The British comedian talks Trump, marriage equality and why he’s telling golliwog jokes in his show at the Melbourne international comedy festivalStephen K Amos is back in Australia after …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:36PM

Broadway Review: ‘Hamilton’s Phillipa Soo Leads A Sweet, Tuneful ‘Amélie’ by Jeremy Gerard

Amélie, Jean-Pierre Jeunet's good-natured 2001 film, was produced for an estimated $10.7 million and has grossed $132 million to date. That’s not bad for a sentimental fantasy about a…

SOURCE: Deadline at 09:25PM

Garth Drabinsky: As If We've Never Said Goodbye by Marc Hershberg

While Garth Drabinsky is prepared to make his resurgent return, he might not receive a warm welcome back on Broadway.

SOURCE: Forbes at 09:22PM

Film Review: Speech & Debate

Stephen Karam's 2007 play is now a movie.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00PM

'Amelie, A New Musical': Theater Review

Original 'Hamilton' star Phillipa Soo steps into the pixie boots of Audrey Tautou in this whimsical musical version of 'Amelie,' the 2001 French fairy tale by Jean-Pierre Jeunet. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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RICHARD SKIPPER CELEBRATES E. Y. “YIP” HARBURG ON THE FAMED LYRICIST’S BIRTHDAY, APRIL 8 by Nitelifeexchange

To celebrate the 121st birthday of lyricist E.Y. “Yip” Harburg, Richard Skipper has assembled a brunch time cabaret tribute to the legendary lyricist, to be staged at the Laurie Beechman…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 08:50PM

How to Hamlet, or Hamleting Hamlet – a response by Amelia Parenteau

One of TRE’s greatest distinctions as a New York company (in my opinion) is that they are always playing onstage

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 08:48PM

DEXTEROUS DISASTER by Toby Zinman

If you re up for a night of pratfalls and calamities, this play is a riot.

SOURCE: Theater News Online at 08:12PM

Bobbi-Lea chats with the wonderful cast of My Fair Lady – Video Interview by Bobbi-Lea Dionysius

My Fair Lady’s 60th Anniversary production of Lerner and Lowe’s iconic musical is currently playing in Brisbane’s QPAC Lyric Theatre as part of the Australian tour. To mark this moment…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:09PM

The musical 'Amelie' gets lost in translation: Broadway review by Christopher Kelly

"Hamilton"'s Phillipa Soo can't salvage a muddled adaptation of the 2001 French film "Amelie"

SOURCE: NJ.com at 08:07PM

Theater Review: Amélie and the Limits of Whimsy by Jesse Green

To my knowledge, Zeno’s paradox has never been recruited as a plot point and thematic touchstone in a Broadway musical before Amélie, the wistful new show starring Phillipa Soo that…

SOURCE: Vulture at 08:06PM

Review Roundup: AMELIE's Broadway Dreams Come True Tonight! - Updating Live by Review Roundups

Amelie is an extraordinary young woman who lives quietly in the world, but loudly in her mind. She covertly improvises small, but surprising acts of kindness that bring joy and mayhem. But w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06PM

Gary Austin, Who Founded the Groundlings Improv Troupe, Dies at 75 by Liam Stack

A sought-after teacher, Mr. Austin helped change the shape of American comedy and gave many big names in comedy their start.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:02PM

Theatre Review: ‘Midwestern Gothic’ at Signature Theatre by John Connor Buckley

Depravity in a young girl’s heart shakes everything apart in Signature Theatre’s production of “Midwestern Gothic.” This brand-new dark comedy-musical based on the book by Ro…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:00PM

C'est triste, Broadway's 'Amelie' can't recapture the movie's charm by Chris Jones

To make a cinephile smile, merely mention "Amelie." Who can recall the French film from Jean-Pierre Jeunet, the one in which Audrey Tautou stars as a young woman who overcomes her own enfanc…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Parv Bancil: What have multicultural arts policies done for us? by Parv Bancil

I recently spoke to a young British Muslim playwright about the attention he was suddenly getting from a few mainstream theatres and TV companies. He is one of many plucked from the north of…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:36PM

Amélie Theater review by David Cote

Adaptation is an ancient and noble art, but some things simply work better on film. Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s swoony-cartoony movie, with its saturated reds and greens, manic angles and surreal…

SOURCE: Time Out at 07:29PM

AMELIE - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Charm used to be the glue that held musicals together, but today it's largely unappreciated, if not outright scorned, as antithetical to big products and big budgets that can't (or shouldn't…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:29PM

Read What Critics Had to Say About Broadway’s Amélie by Ryan McPhee

The musical, based on the film of the same name, is headlined by Phillipa Soo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:19PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Nicholas Christopher of Miss Saigon by Broadway.com

Nicholas Christopher stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Miss Saigon and more with Beth Stevens.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:02PM

‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’ return to Netflix on April 14 could be key to Emmy success by Charles Bright

After an immensely successful Kickstarter effort, “Mystery Science Theater 3000” will return with new episodes set to stream on Netflix beginning April 14. Along with much anticipa…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 07:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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New York Times strikes again as review for British farce goes wrong by Philip Boroff

Broadway plays struggle while musicals sell well ahead of Tony Award nominations

SOURCE: Crain's at 06:56PM

Meet the two college students behind the 'Hamilton' memes by Usatoday College, Usatoday College

"Every action’s an act of creation"        

SOURCE: college.usatoday.com at 06:53PM

Interview: Logan Vaughn, Director of ‘A Human Being Died That Night’ at Mosaic Theater Company by Barbara Trainin Blank

MD Theatre Guide: This is your directorial debut at Mosaic. What drew you to this particular theatre company? Logan Vaughn: I met Ari Roth (founding artistic director) at a directing worksho…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:53PM

Girl Power On Broadway As Sara Bareilles And Bette Midler Break House Records by Lee Seymour

Meanwhile, Willy Wonka and his Oompa Loompas started strong.

SOURCE: Forbes at 06:47PM

Sacramento juvenile hall gets its own Kings mural

More than 200 people spent last Friday volunteering and beautifying the Sacramento Youth Detention Facility for Cesar Chavez National Day of Service, including muralist Anthony Padilla. The …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 06:25PM

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 4/3/2017

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld.com for 432017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:02PM

People You Should Know . . . Ian Poake by Zack Calhoon

Ian Poake is an actor from the suburbs of Philadelphia who now resides in Brooklyn with his wonderful girlfriend and two cats. He helps Lisa (said girlfriend) run acclaimed young indie theat…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 06:02PM

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Phillipa Soo by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony nominee for Hamilton now stars in the new musical Amélie on Broadway, but do you know as much about the leading lady as you think?

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:01PM

Review: Pike St.

Woolly Mammoth brings a slice of Manhattan to Washington, D.C.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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The Fans Have Spoken! Here's Which Songwriters You Would You Like to See Star in Their Own Broadway Musicals by Lindsey Sullivan

Waitress' Tony and Grammy-nominated composer Sara Bareilles officially took her first Broadway bow on March 31. Bareilles taking on the lead role in her own musical has us inspired in ma…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

Wicked's Michael Campayno Spills The Truth About Ice Cream and Underwear with Never Have I Ever by Broadway.com

Wicked's Michael Campayno spills the truth about ice cream and underwear in the latest Never Have I Ever.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

Lucy, the latest short opera from UrbanArias (review) by Susan Galbraith

UrbanArias has gone wild! The company that pushes boundaries, reconceiving opera that is short, smart and fast, has given us an opera about a chimpanzee. Luckily, the chimpanzee, which we le…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 05:48PM

League of Professional Theatre Women Present 2017 Awards by Lauren Yarger

Carol Hall receives the Lifetime Achievement Award. Daryl Roth and Theresa Rebeck kick off the LPTW Awards and Mingle.Josephine Abady Award winner Lileana Blaine-Cruz. Presented by Bran…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 05:48PM

Review: Come Back, Little Sheba by Mark Dundas Wood

William Inge’s Come Back, Little Sheba (1950) seems to owe much to the plays of his friend and mentor (and probable sex partner) Tennessee Williams—and in particular to 1944’s The Glas…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 05:39PM

Broadway Box Office: Bette Midler, Sara Bareilles Break Records; ‘Charlie’ Starts Strong by Gordon Cox

“Hello, Dolly!” — but goodbye, house records. The ultra-hot revival led by Bette Midler broke the record for biggest week in the Shubert Theater with just seven performance…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:25PM

Dave Chappelle review – an outrageous white-knuckle ride by Brian Logan

Hammersmith Apollo, LondonChappelle kicks off with gleeful, scorching indelicacy, but his cock-of-the-walk comedy doesn’t always match his considerable charisma You’d think it was a rock…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:24PM

Review: A Hectic ‘Vanity Fair,’ Starring That Nasty Woman by Alexis Soloski

Kate Hamill and Eric Tucker, the team behind 2014’s “Sense and Sensibility,” are back with a breathless “Vanity Fair” adaptation at the Pearl Theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:18PM

Review: Gabriel, Richmond Theatre by Katie Walsh

In Nazi occupied Guernsey, Jeanne Becquet is faced with the hard task of protecting her exuberant and dysfunctional family with her Jewish daughter in-law Lily and daughter Estelle. With the…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:12PM

Review: Vanity Fair at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

hackeray's epic story given the stylish Bedlam treatment at the Pearl Theater

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 05:04PM

From Lost Soul in London to Glory Off Broadway by Laura Collins-Hughes

After a lonely upbringing, Obi Abili made his way to acting. Now he’s winning raves off Broadway in the title role of “The Emperor Jones.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:02PM

The Dating Game Returns in SIGNIFICANT OTHER Singles Contest by BroadwayWorld

Significant Other, the new American play by Joshua Harmon is calling for submissions to help a lucky bachelor or bachelorette find their own Significant Other.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02PM

Dance with ON THE TOWN's Chip Abbott to Benefit Actors' Equity's 2017 Falat Basket Project by BroadwayWorld

The Actors' Equity Foundation willhost a series of donation dance classes to benefit its annual Falat Basket Project.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02PM

Broadway Breakup- SIGNIFICANT OTHER Sets Final Dates, Tickets on Sale Through July by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Significant Otheris now entering its final weeks of performances on Broadway. Tickets are available through July 2.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02PM

Theater News: Max von Essen to Star in The Dreyfus Affair at BAM

Drama, history, and music combine in this new multimedia production by the Ensemble for the Romantic Century.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: Quincy Tyler Bernstine to Star in Intimate Apparel at McCarter Theatre Center

Lynn Nottage's drama rounds out the New Jersey theater's 2016-17 season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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EXCLUSIVE: The Broadway Community Gathers to Rally Support for the NEA

On April 3, members of the Broadway community gathered to voice their support of the NEA and arts funding.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

What Did Audra McDonald Do When She Met Beyoncé? by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth has a close encounter with Josh Groban during The Great Comet, Audra McDonald meets Queen Bey, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:52PM

DIVA Celebrates the DIVAs with Brianna Thomas by Sandi Durell

    by Marilyn Lester   As the name might imply, the all female DIVA Jazz Orchestra has been swinging a mighty sound for 24 years, most of them under the leadership of drum vi…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:48PM

Joshua Harmon's Significant Other Sets Final Performance Date on Broadway by Broadway.com

Significant Other, Joshua Harmon's new play about the struggles of remaining single as your friends marry off, will play its final performance on July 2. Significant Other began pre…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

Total Mayhem Ensues In 'The Game That Goes Wrong' At The Opening Night of The Play That Goes Wrong by Broadway.com

Insanity, destruction and debauchery! The Red Carpet Challenge takes a turn for the worst at the opening night of The Play That Goes Wrong.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

Odds & Ends: Brady Bunch’s Eve Plumb to Lead Family Ties Musical; Younger Announces Return Date & More by Andy Lefkowitz

Brady Bunch’s Jan to Play Elyse in Family Ties Musical In the cool casting of the day, stage veteran Eve Plumb, who created the role of Jan in TV classic The Brady Bunch, will ste…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

Broadway Grosses: Bette Midler-Led Hello, Dolly! Revival Excels at Broadway Box Office by Andy Lefkowitz

The new Broadway revival of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman’s musical classic Hello, Dolly! proved a strong performer at the Shubert Theatre box office in the week ending April 2. The…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

What's Playing on Broadway: April 3-9 , 2017 by BroadwayWorld

Below, BroadwayWorld brings you this weekly listing of Broadway shows and their show times for the week of April 3-9, 2017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:48PM

Sweat by David Kaufman

"Sweat" is a classic, “well-made”--or carefully constructed--play, with a focus on the dwindling work for people in the middle of the country, prompting them to install Trump in the Whit…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 04:34PM

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 4/3

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS - read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 4/2/…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:31PM

Women Rock Broadway Box Office As Sara Bareilles, Bette Midler Break Records by Jeremy Gerard

Women stars are the talk of the town as Broadway rolls into the final four weeks of openings before the April 27 Tony Awards deadline. Leading the way are Bette Midler, breaking house record…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:19PM

Dave Chappelle, Ricky Gervais and comedy's 'ironic bigotry' problem by Brian Logan

The onstage returns of Ricky Gervais and Dave Chappelle have both brought criticism of their jokes about trans people. Can their approach of tackling taboos with a sledgehammer ever work or …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:18PM

A classic well told: “Of Mice and Men” in Holmdel, NJ by Philip

Some years ago I picked up a 1939 edition of John Gassner’s “20 Best Plays of the American Theatre” at the Cincinnati Public Library’s Buck-a-Book sale. Among the titles are some tha…

SOURCE: sceneonstage.com at 04:11PM

Tony Awards nominations to be announced by Jane Krakowski and Christopher Jackson on May 2 by Paul Sheehan

Nominations for the 71st annual Tony Awards will be revealed on May 2 by two Broadway talents who have found fame on television: “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” scene-stealer Jane …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 04:00PM

Theater News: Martín Zimmerman's Seven Spots on the Sun to Open at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater

The play rounds out the cast set for its New York premiere.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

New musical 'Geeze' a curious excursion into aging by James Hebert

The new musical “The Geeze and Me” delves into a litany of indignities that can come with age, from night sweats to incontinence to loss of sleep from contemplating that irreversible con…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 04:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Cast set for 'Parade' at Writers Theatre by Morgan Greene

Casting is complete for "Parade," the final show in Writers Theatre's season, the Glencoe company announced Monday. Patrick Andrews will star as Leo Frank, with Brianna Borger as Lucille Fr…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:52PM

Clue Stage Adaptation Will Star Sally Struthers and Erin Dilly by Adam Hetrick

The world-premiere play based on the cult film will begin performances May 2 at the Bucks County Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:48PM

People You Should Know . . . Margaret Dunn by Zack Calhoon

Margaret Dunn is a dramaturg and creative producer specializing in new play development.  In her 16 years in professional theater, she has had the privilege of working along side some o…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 03:48PM

VIDEO: Kate Walsh Talks Forgetting Her Lines in Off-Broadway's IF I FORGET! by TV News Desk

Actress Kate Walsh spoke about starring in the Off-Broadway play IF I FORGET on today's LIVE with Kelly, telling Kelly Ripa and guest co-host Scott Wolf about the time she completely forgot …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42PM

Florence Lacey to Star in World Premiere Musical KALEIDOSCOPE at Creative Cauldron by BroadwayWorld

Creative Cauldron announces the world premiere of Kaleidoscope, a new musical written by Matt Conner and Stephen Gregory Smith, starring Broadway's Florence Lacey.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42PM

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 4/3 by BroadwayWorld

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 422017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42PM

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 4/2/17 by BroadwayWorld

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 422017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42PM

Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls! Step Right Up, Some Circuses are Coming to Town by Lauren Yarger

"Peanut" with Ringmaster Willy Whipsnade (David Williamson) and a friend.The Circus is coming to town.Circus 1903, produced by the team that brought us The Illusionists, brings an old-f…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 03:38PM

‘Hello, Dolly! Shatters Shubert Theatre House Record by Newsdesk

WOW WOW WOW, FELLAS! “HELLO, DOLLY!” STARRING BETTE MIDLER SHATTERS THE (NINE-PERFORMANCE) HOUSE RECORD AT BROADWAY’S SHUBERT THEATRE IN JUST SEVEN PERFORMANCES DOLLY! TAKES IN $ 1,965…

SOURCE: StageLight Magazine at 03:31PM

The Atlanta Film Festival Puts Diversity First

The city once deemed the Coca-Cola capital is now on the map for something besides sugar water. Atlanta, the third busiest city in the United States for film and television productions and h…

SOURCE: Backstage at 03:30PM

Theatre Review: ”Tis Pity She’s a W***e’ at Brave Spirits Theatre by Norah Dick

Sitting down in the performance space of Brave Spirits Theatre before last Friday night’s performance of “’Tis Pity She’s a W***e,” I smiled to hear Soft Cell’s “Tainted Love�…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:22PM

Interview: Betsy Morgan on the Challenges of Playing Two Roles in the Immersive New Production of “Sweeney Todd” by Ariana Starr

Sweeney Todd, arguably one of the most loved shows in the musical theater canon, has returned to New York this season in a completely revamped, immersive production, helmed by UK based Tooti…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 03:22PM

Kristin Chenoweth Finalizes Spring Concert Lineup by Robert Viagas

More concert dates have been announced for the Tony- and Emmy-winning actor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

Nilaja Sun channels a village in her solo show ‘Pike St.’ by Nelson Pressley

She vividly plays all the characters as a storm bears down on New York’s Lower East Side.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:12PM

April Editor's Picks: This Month's 10 Must-See Plays & Musicals in NYC

It's no joke, these shows are the real deal and you don't want to miss any of them.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:05PM

One-Man 'Leonard Pelkey' Brightens Hartford Stage by Christopher Arnott

There's nothing "absolute" about "The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey." James Lecesne's one-man show makes a series of interesting choices. It tells a tragic story, but in broad comic …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 03:04PM

Sweat - “torn from the headlines” episodic, often preachy docu-drama moves to Broadway by Oscar E. Moore

Taking place in a bar where everybody knows your name, your habits (good and bad), your favorite brew, your birthday, and who is supplying the drugs and using.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 03:02PM

Photo Flash: Kevin Kline-Led Present Laughter Releases 1st Photos

Opening night is set for April 5.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Want to Start a Successful Youtube Series? Tyler Mount Offers His Top 5 Tips by Playbill Staff

Learn how to get vlogging right and keep fans coming back in today’s episode of Playbill’s The Tyler Mount Vlog.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:59PM

The Compass Podcast Welcomes Sarah Kirkham by Adam Hetrick

Leah Walsh hosts the podcast, where industry professionals share their unique artistic journeys.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:58PM

PARAMOUR Soars Into Final Two Weeks on the Great White Way by BroadwayWorld

Cirque du Soleil Theatrical's smash production of Paramour, the organization's first show created specifically for Broadway begins its final two weeks.There are only 16 performances remainin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast of The New Group's THE WHIRLIGIG by Walter McBride

TheNew Groupwill present Hamish Linklater's The Whirligig, starring Dolly Wells,Noah Bean,Norbert Leo Butz,Jon DeVries,Alex Hurt,Zosia Mamet,Jonny OrsiniandGrace Van Patten. This world premi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

Emily Skinner and Stephanie J. Block Will Sing Out at Broadway Unplugged by Robert Viagas

Scott Siegel’s series reminds audiences how all shows once sounded.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM

Christopher Jackson and Jane Krakowski Reveal the 2017 Tony Nominations in Live Webcast on May 2

The nominations announcement, sponsored by IBM, will be webcast live on TonyAwards.com, and covered by "CBS This Morning."

SOURCE: Tony Awards at 02:48PM

Florence Lacey Will Star in Premiere of New Musical Kaleidoscope by Andrew Gans

The Matt Conner-Stephen Gregory Smith musical will make its debut in Virginia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:46PM

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast of Vineyard Theatre's CAN YOU FORGIVE HER? by Walter McBride

Vineyard Theatrewill present the New York premiere of two-time Pulitzer Prize-finalistGina Gionfriddo's CAN YOU FORGIVE HER, directed byPeter DuBoisSONS OF THE PROPHET, BECKY SHAW. CAN YOU F…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

BWW Interview: Rheaume Crenshaw's GROUNDHOG DAY Marathon by Naomi Serviss

The Broadway adaptation of the film about a recurring day in Punxsutawney is a blur of clever set changes and a virtual obstacle course for the cast.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

PRESENT LAUGHTER's Tedra Millan and BILLIONS' Sam Gilroy to Host Ducdame Ensemble's SHAKESPEARE SINGS by BroadwayWorld

Ducdame Ensemble founding members Tedra Millan PRESENT LAUGHTER, THE WOLVES and Sam Gilroy Showtime's BILLIONS are set to co-host SHAKESPEARE SINGS on Sunday April 23, 2017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

Jim Stanek and Eve Plumb to Headline World Premiere Stage Adaptation of FAMILY TIES in Dayton by BroadwayWorld

The Human Race Theatre Company HRTC announces the cast and creative team for its 30th anniversary season closer, the world premiere comedy Family Ties, written by Daniel Goldstein The Song o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Patrick Page and More for Rajiv Joseph's ARCHDUKE at the Ahmanson by BroadwayWorld

Rehearsals have begun for Center Theatre Group's production of 'Archduke.' Written by Rajiv Joseph, the world premiere of 'Archduke' begins previews April 25, opens May 7 and continues throu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

Photo Coverage: Opening Night Goes Right! THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Celebrates Broadway Arrival! by Jennifer Broski

The play within the play might have gone oh, so wrong last night, but opening night couldn't have gone more right at the Lyceum Theatre. Following their first official Broadway curtain call,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

Billy Porter, Taran Killam, Brandon Victor Dixon Sign on for Bryan Terrell Clark's LIVE IN THE LIVING ROOM Concert by BroadwayWorld

On Sunday, April 9th at 730pm Tony winner Billy Porter, along with Hamilton stars Taran Killam and Brandon Victor Dixon join the lineup of singers for Bryan Terrell Clark's LIVE IN THE LIVIN…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

Call Answered: Sally Schwab: Adventures in Babysitting, The Marvelous Wonderettes, NEWSical The Musical by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: For over 10 years I have been hooked on Sally Schwab's glorious vocals! Sally is bringing back her one woman show "Adventures in Babysitting," for three performances only, whi…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 02:35PM

Arthur Miller’s THE PRICE: Designer Statements by Roundabout

DEREK MCLANE — SET DESIGN The Price takes in the late 1960s and, interestingly, Arthur Miller said that this play was his response to the Vietnam War. The setting is located in an attic a…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 02:31PM

Queer Icon Freddie Mercury Gets New Life Through Polish-Born Performer by Justin Moran

Michael Mustofreddie mercuryMichael MustoKuba Ka has optioned the rights to Lesley-Ann Jones’ book An Intimate Biography of Freddie Mercury, and it doesn’t take a genius to see why; when…

SOURCE: Out at 02:26PM

Queer Icon Freddie Mercury Gets New Life Through Polish-Born Performer by Michael Musto

Kuba Ka has optioned the rights to Lesley-Ann Jones' book An Intimate Biography of Freddie Mercury, and it doesn't take a genius to see why; when made up properly, the Polish-born performer …

SOURCE: Out at 02:26PM

The Play That Goes Wrong Opening Night on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The original West End cast reprises their performances in New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM

Onstage This Week: April 3-10 by American Theatre Editors

From Czechoslovakia to Ireland, from satirical novels to contemporary romances, it is another drama-filled week.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:24PM

The Revolution Will Not Be Hashtagged: A misguided Joan of Arc at the Public Theatre by Sara Holdren

Truly, it’s all about that banner: hanging there in all its Instagrammable glory, its purpose seems to be to absolve Joan of Arc’s creators of all artistic and political rigor for the ne…

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 02:12PM

Snaps for Opening Night: The Play That Goes Wrong’s Charlie Russell Gets Glam by Ruthie Fierberg

As the British farce from producer J.J. Abrams opens on Broadway, the actor goes from funny to fabulous for the opening-night festivities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM

Photo Flash: Amber Tamblyn and Cast of Can You Forgive Her? Meet the Press

Gina Gionfriddo's new play is directed by Peter DuBois.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Review: Vanity Fair

William Thackeray's novel comes to the stage in a carnivalesque production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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World Premiere of Cleo to Detail Infamous Love Affair Behind Cleopatra by Olivia Clement

The comedy will debut at the Alley Theatre as part of the newly announced 2017–2018 season, along with Rajiv Joseph’s Describe the Night.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:57PM

Film Review: “Frantz” — The Changeable Color of Grief by Arts Fuse Editor

Frantz explores the complicated emotions generated by the aftermath of a catastrophic war.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:54PM

Bette Midler to Be Honored With Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater Award by Andy Lefkowitz

The Drama League will honor Bette Midler with the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater Award at the 2017 Drama League Awards, set for May 19 at the Marriott Marquis Times Square. Cu…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:54PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Miguel Cervantes of Hamilton by Broadway.com

Broadway.com hits the road to chat with Miguel Cervantes, currently starring in the Chicago production of Hamilton.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:54PM

Here's a First Look at Kevin Kline, Cobie Smulders & More in Broadway's Present Laughter by Broadway.com

Kevin Kline is simply divine in Noël Coward's classic comedy Present Laughter. Take a look at the production shots, and then go see the cast bringing their A-game to the St. Ja…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:54PM

Review: Tejas Verdes, Ugly Duck by Dan Rubins

Director Emily Louizou has found the perfect space for Tejas Verdes, Fermín Cabal’s 2004 collection of seven haunting monologues surrounding the disappearance, torture, and death of a you…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:54PM

James Snyder revisits his a cappella roots with In Transit by Serena

James Snyder returns to Broadway with the ground breaking new musical In Transit. We spoke to him about what it’s like to originate his third role on Broadway & advice he has for aspiring …

SOURCE: broadwaywiz.com at 01:46PM

Periphery as Center: the Independents from Budapest / A periféria mint központ. Budapesti függetlenek by [email protected] (ramona)

By Anikó Varga. In the first post of the series, Budapest-based curator and theatre critic Anikó Varga gives us an overview of the young independent theatre field from the capital. / A sor…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 01:42PM

Nilaja Sun’s Pike St. at Woolly Mammoth (review) by Marshall Bradshaw

Nilaja Sun’s latest solo-performance, Pike St., calls back to her upbringing in the Lower East Side to invoke a rich cast of characters, but is held back by a design choice and brief dur…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 01:36PM

Murphy’s Law: ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ by Matthew Wexler

By Samuel L. Leiter A bit of advice: if you’re going to see The Play That Goes Wrong make sure you visit the facilities first. Otherwise you’re going to have a hard time not peeing in yo…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:31PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Kevin Kline & Company in PRESENT LAUGHTER on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

Present Laughter, starring Academy Award and two-time Tony Award winner Kevin Kline in his triumphant return to Broadway, plays at the St. James Theatre 246 West 44th Street. Directed by Ton…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:31PM

Tony Nominee Max von Essen to Lead ERC's THE DREYFUS AFFAIR at BAM by BroadwayWorld

Celebrating its 16th season, the critically-acclaimed Ensemble for the Romantic Century ERC returns to BAM Fisher with a two-week run of The Dreyfus Affair.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:31PM

NEWS: Full cast announced for Olivier-nominated Our Ladies transfer by Press Releases

Full cast is announced today for the West End run of Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour, which transfers to the Duke of York's Theatre this May.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:31PM

EgoPo Classic Theater presents Brenna Geffers’s ‘Anna’ by Mark Cofta

EgoPo Classic Theater premieres a magical adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina, putting the big novel onstage in a big way. Mark Cofta reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 01:21PM

In the Moment: An Interview with Peter Meineck, Founder of Aquila Theatre, On Their Production of Our Trojan War by David Siegel

Let me not then die ingloriously and without a struggle, but let me first do some great thing that shall be told among men hereafter. ― Homer, The Iliad, ‘Book 22’ (Tr. R. Fagl…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:14PM

Features: 9 best stagey things to watch on screen this April

Our guide to the best things to watch online, on TV or at the cinema this month

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:12PM

Features: Top 5 theatre openings: 3 - 9 April

From shows starring Damian Lewis to Amanda Abbington, we round up the best openings this week

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:12PM

SWEAT – Blood, threats and fears by Oscar E Moore

Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage along with her longtime director Kate Whoriskey did extensive research in 2011 traveling to Reading Pennsylvania interviewing locals – especially factory…

SOURCE: Oscar E. Moore at 01:02PM

SEA FRET – Old Red Lion Theatre by Ian Foster

Designer Rūta Irbīte converts the stage into a section of the Suffolk coastline that writer Tallulah Brown grew up around and under Simon Gethin Thomas' sun-bright lighting and Daniel Balf…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Norbert Leo Butz, Zosia Mamet, and More at First Day of Rehearsal for The Whirligig

Hamish Linklater's new play is directed by Scott Elliott.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Jane Krakowski and Christopher Jackson to Host Tony Awards Nominations Announcement

The pair of 2016 nominees will kick off Tony season on May 2.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at noon (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Ians McKellen & McDiarmid headline Park Theatre winter season by Press Releases

Ian McKellen and Ian McDiarmid headline Park Theatre's new winter 2017 season, which also features a never-before-seen play by Kevin Elyot and revivals of Daisy Pulls It Off and Joe Orton's …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:54PM

Dazzling Jewels at the Royal Opera House, London

Balanchine’s three dance movements were, like the gems that inspired them, flawless

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:53PM

Jane Krakowski, Christopher Jackson to Announce Tony Nominations

The nominees for Broadway's top honors of the 2016-17 season will be revealed on May 2. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:50PM

Review: Natives, Southwark Playhouse by Lydia Lakemoore

Natives is a new written piece by Glenn Waldron that follows three teenagers on one day of their lives – their fourteenth birthday. Coldly but aptly named A, B, and C, these characters col…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 12:48PM

New York Philharmonic, Barbican, London: string-playing excellence

The orchestra’s London residency was launched with a programme of Bartók and Mahler

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:46PM

15 Off-Broadway Shows Not to Miss Through April 15 by Olivia Clement

The list includes world premieres, classic revivals, and Tony-winning stars and directors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:40PM

Marisa Merz: The Sky Is a Great Space, Met Breuer, New York — a revelatory retrospective

This show of the Italian artist’s work brings her out of the shadows

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:39PM

Hello, Dolly! Star Bette Midler Will Be Honored by the Drama League by Andrew Gans

The stage and screen star will be presented with the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39PM

Dreyfus Affair Returns to BAM with Max von Essen, Mark Evans by Sandi Durell

      Celebrating its 16th season, the critically-acclaimed Ensemble for the Romantic Century (ERC) returns to BAM Fisher with a two-week run of The Dreyfus Affair –  T…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 12:38PM

Shabaka and the Ancestors, Jazz Café, London — spiritual warmth

An imposing performance from the ensemble led by jazz saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:36PM

HELLO, DOLLY!'s Bette Midler Will Be Honored with Special 2017 Drama League Award by BroadwayWorld

Put on your Sunday clothes The Drama Leaguewill honor Grammy- and Emmy Award-winning, icon Bette Midler with the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater Award at this year's 83rd Annual…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:36PM

Reimagined MACBETH, 360-Degree WILD PARTY, World Premieres and More Set for DCPA's 2017-18 Lineup by BroadwayWorld

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts DCPA hasannounced the 39th season of their Tony-Award winning Theatre Company and the largest season to date for their unconventional line of progra…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:36PM

Skin Deep: Renée Elise Goldsberry Wears Her Face by Bee Shapiro

When it comes to makeup, the Tony Award-winning actress likes to err on the side of less.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:36PM

Tips for YouTubers | THE TYLER MOUNT VLOG

On today's episode I give you all the inside tips on how to start your very own YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE TO THE TYLER MOUNT VLOGCONTACT TYLER:ONLINE:►Instagram: @TylerGMount`…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM

Darren Criss, Laura Osnes & More Broadway Faves Step Out for Speech & Debate's Big Screen Premiere by Broadway.com

Speech & Debate hits theaters on April 7, and the Broadway.com staff could not be more stoked. There's no argument—you'll definitely want to take a look at the film's g…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:24PM

London Dreamgirls, Starring Amber Riley, Sets May Release Date for Double-Disc Cast Album by Andy Lefkowitz

The U.K. premiere of Dreamgirls, directed by Tony winner Casey Nicholaw, has set a release date for its two-CD original cast recording from Sony Music Masterworks. It will be available …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:24PM

Looks Like They're Doing Something Right! See Pics from The Play That Goes Wrong's Broadway Opening by Broadway.com

The Olivier-winning The Play That Goes Wrong officially opened on Broadway on April 2 at the Lyceum Theatre. Despite the mishaps, the opening had quite the starry red carpet. Take a loo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:24PM

The Arts on the Stamps of the World — April 3 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:24PM

Christopher Jackson & Jane Krakowski to Announce 2017 Tony Award Nominations by Andy Lefkowitz

The 2017 Tony Awards nominations announcement will be co-hosted by Hamilton Tony nominee Christopher Jackson and Tony winner Jane Krakowski. The announcement is set to take place May 2 at 8:…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:24PM

A fresh and creepy Midwestern Gothic at Signature Theatre (review) by Alan Katz

If you get too weirded out by the second song in Signature’s newest world premiere musical, Midwestern Gothic, where out-of-work mechanic Red takes Polaroids of his stepdaughter Stina in …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:24PM

Lerner and Loewe’s The Day Before Spring to be revived for first time since 1950s by Tim Bano

A recently unearthed musical by My Fair Lady writers Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe will receive its first full performance since

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:21PM

Veanne Cox, Gregory Wooddell and Rachel Zampelli to Lead David Ives's Revamped SCHOOL FOR LIES at STC by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award-nominee David Ives and STC Artistic Director Michael Kahn, the team that created the award-winning French 'trilogy' of The Liar, The Heir Apparent and The Metromaniacs, will unite…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

CAGNEY Marks One Year Off-Broadway This Week; Broadway Run in the Works by BroadwayWorld

The company of Cagney, the hit musical about Hollywood's tough guy in tap shoes, will celebrate oneyear of performances at The Westside Theatre on Tuesday, April 4.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Daryl Eisenberg, Ally Beans Team to Create New NYC Casting Office by BroadwayWorld

Casting professionals, Daryl Eisenberg, CSA and Ally Beans announced today that they will be combining their talents to create a new casting office Eisenberg Beans Casting.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

“Unsilenced” at LATW Fest by Laura Ann Tull

Hosted by Karen A. Clark and Barbara Roberts, Unsilenced on March 26, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Electric Lodge in Venice Beach closed out the

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:12PM

The Band, New Musical Featuring Music of Take That, to Open in Manchester by Mark Shenton

The show features winners of a TV reality competition.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:08PM

The Missing Light review at the Old Vic, London – ‘delightful animation’ by Heather Neill

On days when Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are not wandering in confusion among the clouds on their Old Vic set, the stage transforms

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:03PM

IN TRANSIT – Broadway by Simon Parris

New Broadway musical In Transit is doubly unique, winning points for both its originality and for being an entirely performed a cappella. It is a time of extremes on Broadway. Sunset Bouleva…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

NPR Sets Launch of ‘Up First’ Morning Podcast by Brian Steinberg

NPR has a new “Morning Edition” at the ready. Starting Wednesday, April 5th, the public broadcaster will release “Up First,” a ten-minute daily news podcast culled f…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:00PM

Casting announced for Nazi euthanasia play by Tim Bano

Casting has been announced for Stephen Unwin’s All Our Children at Jermyn Street Theatre in London. The play, based on historical events,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Sarah Steele, Betsy Wolfe, and More Celebrate Speech & Debate Premiere

Dan Harris directs the film adaptation of Stephen Karam's play.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Culture minister Matt Hancock launches Culture Is Digital project by Giverny Masso

Culture minister Matt Hancock has launched a new project called Culture Is Digital, which will facilitate a conversation between government and the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:48AM

Interviews: Cressida Carre: Hostility towards gender swapping comes from a place of fear

Director Cressida Carre on why she decided to helm an all-female version of Laura Wade's play Posh

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:48AM

Balanchine's Jewels: the product-placement ballet that became a masterpiece by Judith Mackrell

With its shameless courting of wealthy New York, George Balanchine’s plot-free ballet Jewels was initially seen as tacky. But its magical synthesis of ballet history means it has endured f…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:48AM

Jim Caruso and Billy Stritch Plan ‘Extreme Open Mic’ Party April 12 by Robert Viagas

Caruso brings this special edition of his New York show Jim Caruso’s Cast Party back to Florida.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:47AM

Christopher Jackson and Jane Krakowski to Announce 2017 Tony Award Nominations by Ryan McPhee

The announcement will be made live from Lincoln Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:44AM

Robert Lepage is finally directing at the Stratford Festival by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Celebrated Quebec auteur will stage Shakespeare’s Coriolanus in 2018.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:44AM

Scott Ellis appointed artistic director of London’s Theatre N16 by Georgia Snow

London fringe venue Theatre N16 has appointed Scott Ellis as artistic director, replacing Jamie Eastlake, who founded the company. Eastlake will become

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:43AM

DCPA announces 14-production lineup for 2017-18 theatre season by Dylan Owens

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts has shared its 2017-18 lineup, kicking off its 14-production season with a Shakespearean classic and closing with an experimental show set in the st…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 11:42AM

Olivia Wilde to make her Broadway debut in play of ‘1984’ by Mark Kennedy

A new stage adaptation of George Orwell’s chilling dystopic novel “1984” will star Olivia Wilde, making her Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:42AM

Olivia Wilde to make her Broadway debut in play of '1984' by ,

Wilde will star in new stage adaptation of George Orwell's chilling dystopic novel.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 11:39AM

Jane Krakowski and Christopher Jackson Will Announce 2017 Tony Nominations by BroadwayWorld

The American Theatre Wing's 71st Annual Tony Awards will return to a historic venue, Radio City Music Hall, in 2017. The awards will air live on Sunday, June 11, 2017, 800-1100 PM, ETdelayed…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:31AM

Sara Bareilles makes record-breaking Broadway debut in ‘Waitress’ singing her Tony-nominated songs by Paul Sheehan

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles made her Broadway debut in the musical “Waitress” last Friday (March 31). Fans flocked to see her take on the role of the tit…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:30AM

Live London Cast Recording of Dreamgirls Sets Release Date by Adam Hetrick

The double album was recorded live at the Savoy Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM

We’re Hiring! Are You The Next HowlRound Fellow? by [email protected] (ramona)

By HowlRound. We're looking for the next HowlRound fellow!

SOURCE: HowlRound at 11:26AM

Olivia Wilde will make Broadway debut in ‘1984’ by Rachel Desantis

Olivia Wilde will make her Broadway debut in the New York run of "1984," a stage adaptation of George Orwell's iconic dystopian novel.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 11:22AM

‘Cagney’ Celebrates A Year at the Westside Theatre by Newsdesk

The company of Cagney, the hit musical about Hollywood’s tough guy in tap shoes, will celebrate one year of performances at The Westside Theatre on Tuesday, April 4. On April 3, 2016, …

SOURCE: StageLight Magazine at 11:20AM

‘Hello, Dolly!’ Shatters Shubert Theatre Box Office Record by Matthew Wexler

The new Broadway production of Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler has just, in its third week of preview performances, shattered the house record for the highest weekly gross of any show in…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:18AM

Tom Sturridge to Lead 1984 at Broadway's Hudson Theatre Alongside Olivia Wilde & Reed Birney by Broadway.com

Tony nominee Tom Sturridge will join Olivia Wilde in her Broadway debut alongside Tony winner Reed Birney in 1984 on Broadway. Sturridge will portray Winston Smith, with Wilde as Julia …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:18AM

Billy Elliot Tony Winner Lee Hall’s Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour Announces West End Cast by Andy Lefkowitz

Casting is set for the West End transfer of Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour, adapted by Lee Hall from Alan Warner’s novel The Sopranos. As previously announced, previews begin May 9 wi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:18AM

Natives review at Southwark Playhouse, London – ‘grindingly formulaic’ by Fergus Morgan

Glenn Waldron’s new play, Natives, interleaves the stories of three teenagers on their 14th birthday, tracking their movements as they slowly and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:15AM

REVIEW: Sea Fret, Old Red Lion Theatre ✭✭✭ by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Sea Fret captures the human story behind this disintegration of homes and ways of life. While the narrative lacks clarity and drive at some points, the play confirms Brown as …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 11:13AM

Blood Knot, directed by Joy Zinoman, at Mosaic Theater (review) by Tim Treanor

This early Athol Fugard play lacks the laser-like focus of his best work, but it packs a powerful punch and stubbornly refuses to do the expected, and at Mosaic Theater, they’re playin…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:12AM

Photo Coverage: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Takes Mishap-Free Opening Night Bows! by Walter McBride

The Mischief Theatre production ofThe Play That Goes Wrong, the Olivier Award winning West End comedy, which officially began performances Thursday, March 9, openedon Broadway last night, Ap…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

Exclusive Podcast: Go 'Behind the Curtain' with Director, Producer, Actor Don Scardino by Behind The Curtain

Yes, he has directed some of entertainment's greatest comedians, including Tina Fey, Steve Carrell, Alec Baldwin, and Jim Carrey, BUT its onstage where Don Scardino first made a name for him…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

Photo Flash: Christine Taylor and Ella Olivia Stiller Swipe Their MetroCards at IN TRANSIT by BroadwayWorld

Christine Taylor and her daughter, Ella Olivia Stiller, both swiped their MetroCards this weekend at Broadway's IN TRANSIT. Check out an exclusive photo of the pair with the the cast below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

Podcast Episode 115 – EIGHT Time Tony Nominated Broadway Director, Scott Ellis.

Take a look at Scott Ellis’ IBDB page, and you’ll be quick to say, “I want that career.  How do I get it?” Listen to this podcast, and you’ll hear that Scott d…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:04AM

Olivia Wilde to make her Broadway debut in play of '1984' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- A new stage adaptation of George Orwell's chilling dystopic novel "1984" will star Olivia Wilde, making her Broadway debut....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 11:01AM

HONK! – Union Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Ok, so there is something you all need to know about me. I have a bird phobia – which makes being in London surrounded by pigeons occasionally difficult – so you would be right in questi…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM

Theater News: Stephen Colbert, Rami Malek, and More Welcome The Play That Goes Wrong to Broadway

The new comedy is presented by Mischief Theatre alongside Kevin McCollum and J.J. Abrams.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: Tom Sturridge, Olivia Wilde, and Reed Birney to Star on Broadway in 1984

The stage adaptation of George Orwell's dystopian novel will run at the Hudson Theatre this spring.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Olivia Wilde to Make Broadway Debut in ‘1984’ by Gordon Cox

Olivia Wilde will make her Broadway debut in “1984,” starring alongside Tom Sturridge and Reed Birney in the production that opens in June. Wilde (“Vinyl,” “Hou…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:48AM

Olivia Wilde, Tom Sturridge, Reed Birney to Lead '1984' on Broadway

The limited engagement — which marks Wilde's Broadway debut — begins performances on May 18 at the Hudson Theatre.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:44AM

Julia Stiles Looks Back at ‘Wicked’ and Ahead to ‘Riviera’ by Geoffberkshire

In the early 2000s, Julia Stiles was a teen movie superstar with lead roles in such sleeper hits as “10 Things I Hate About You” and “Save the Last Dance.” But her first mention in V…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:30AM

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with Gently Down the Stream Star Christopher Sears

Christopher Sears talks co-starring in Gently Down the Stream, performing in the subway, and recording his debut album.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:30AM

WATCH: Meet Jessica Lang Dance - a Meet the Dance Company film

Meet Jessica Lang Dance, where beauty and specificity beckon anyone who watches.

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 10:24AM

Breaking News: Tom Sturridge,?Olivia Wilde?& Reed Birney Will Lead 1984 on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

ProducersSonia FriedmanandScott Rudinannounced today that TonyAward nomineeTom Sturridge,Olivia Wildein her Broadway debut, and TonyAward winnerReed Birneywill lead the cast of the Broadway …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

John Oliver Calls Out Jeff Sessions For Using a Lady Gaga Quote to Argue Against Marijuana by Hunter Harris

Is Jeff Sessions a little monster? Once upon a time, the attorney general used a Lady Gaga quote to argue against medical marijuana. “This drug is dangerous, you cannot play with it, it’…

SOURCE: Vulture at 10:23AM

Darren Criss, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, and More Celebrate the Premiere of Speech and Debate April 2 by Marc J. Franklin

The film version of Tony winner Stephen Karam's 2007 breakthrough premiered at the American Airlines Theatre April 2.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM

Sheila Bond, Tony-Winning Actor, Dies at 90 by Andrew Gans

The singer, actor, and dancer won a Tony for her performance in the 1952 musical Wish You Were Here.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM

VIDEO: First Listen - Constantine Maroulis Shares New Single 'All About You' by BroadwayWorld

American Idolseason 4 contestant and Tony Award nomineeConstantine Maroulis has releasedhis newest single, 'All About You.'Written with Sam Hollander, the new tune is inspired by the singer'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG! by Walter McBride

The Mischief Theatre production ofThe Play That Goes Wrong, the Olivier Award winning West End comedy, which officially began performances Thursday, March 9, openedon Broadway last night, Ap…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

Photo Coverage: Stephen Karam's SPEECH & DEBATE Celebrates NYC Premiere! by Walter McBride

The Broadway community celebrated the red carpet premiere ofSPEECH amp DEBATE featuring Janeane Garofalo, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Kal Penn, Roger Bart, and Jeremy Rowley last night, April 2.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

THE POETRY OF EXILE – White Bear Theatre by Laura Kressly

You can be who you want to be, right? Rob, a driving instructor in modern day Romford, believes himself to be an 8th century Chinese poet from the Tang Dynasty.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Monday, April 3, 2017 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Review: The Play That Goes Wrong at curtainup.com/ by Simon Saltzman

this British farce glows with antic performances

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 09:48AM

William Wordsworth review at Theatre by the Lake – ‘poignant and striking’ by Stephen Longstaffe

Nicholas Pierpan’s new play is structured around a striking sequence of images. It opens with poet William Wordsworth alone on a summit,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:42AM

Theatre News: London Musical Theatre Orchestra offers audience chance to conduct

The orchestra will perform a special concert at St Albans Cathedral

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:36AM

GRACE NOTES: Monday, April 3, 2017 by Susan Grace

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Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine- featuring Edie Falco by Little Known Facts W/ Ilana Levine

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, …

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VIDEO: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Cast & Creatives Talk Show's 'Optimistic Message' on NBC by TV News Desk

On yesterday's Sunday TODAY, Joe Fryer spoke with the show's stars Ben Platt and Rachel Bay Jones, as well as composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and writer Steven Levenson about the show'…

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Holy Cabooses! HELLO, DOLLY! Shatters Shubert Theatre House Record In Just 7 Performances by BroadwayWorld

The new Broadway production of Hello, Dolly starring Bette Midler has just, in its third week of preview performances, shattered the house record for the highest weekly gross of any show in …

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Photo Coverage: Opening Night of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At The Paper Mill Playhouse by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, presents the smash hit musical Million Dollar Quartet with book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, original concept by…

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Careers Clinic: Should I shave during a headshot shoot? by John Byrne

Apologies in advance if this is a stupid question. I have saved up enough for a proper headshot session, and I want

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HONK! – Union Theatre by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

It is springtime and in a rural farm, the feathered inhabitants are getting ready to meet the new generation. For Ida (Ellie Nunn) this means sitting for hours on end on the nest while her p…

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Soulpepper’s Spoon River makes being dead sound good by Trish Crawford

Theatre company adds vocal ringers like Alana Bridgewater and Jackie Richardson to cast for Toronto and New York runs.

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Livestreaming Robbie McCauley ‘n Company: A Convening in Performance—Emerson College, Boston—Thurs, April 6-Fri, April 7 by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. Multimedia theatre company Sleeping Weazel , in cooperation with Emerson College’s Performing Arts Department and Office of the Arts, presents Robbie McCauley ‘n Company…

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Initial casting announced for Take That musical The Band by Tim Bano

Initial casting and plot details have been announced for Take That jukebox musical The Band. Rachel Lumberg and Faye Christall will play

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Theatre News: The Wipers Times to embark on UK tour

Ian Hislop and Nick Newman's play is currently running at the Arts Theatre in the West End

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Echo's End review – everyday lives shattered by war's contradictions by Michael Billington

Salisbury PlayhouseA rural Wiltshire community during the first world war is depicted with quiet poetry in Barney Norris’s play on childhood friendship and adult expectationBarney Norris i…

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And Scene #1 - SHOWdown - West Side Story vs The Music Man by Andscenepod, Michael Salerno

Welcome to the first episode of the And Scene Theater Podcast!  This week, Act 1 brings you some News & Notes from around the theater world.  Act 2 is our first SHOWdown, pitting West …

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Poll: Is the Olivier Awards right to drop the publicly voted audience award? by The Stage

This year, the Olivier Awards will not have an audience award category, the only prize to be voted for by the public.

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Park Theatre announces autumn 2017 season by Georgia Snow

Kathy Burke is to direct a new comedy by Sam Bain at London’s Park Theatre, as part of its autumn 2017 season.

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LPTW Salutes Award Winners by Sandi Durell

    by Sandi Durell   From Carol Hall to Liesl Tommy; Linda Cho to Lileana Blain-Cruz; Jess Chayes to Emily Simoness – the best of all categories of creatives were laude…

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BWW's On This Day - April 3, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on April 3 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

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Neil Patrick Harris to Host & Executive Produce New NBC Game Show GENIUS JUNIOR by TV News Desk

No stranger to young geniuses, Neil Patrick Harris hosts NBC's exciting new game show GENIUS JUNIOR, which celebrates the brightest children in America.

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Don’t Let Esoteric Details Dissuade You; Let Dramaworks’ Arcadia Swirl Around You by Bill Hirschman

Palm Beach Dramaworks' production of Arcadia is Tom Stoppard's love letter to the miracle of human intelligence’s pursuit of learning -- with a gentle jab at the hubris of those who are so…

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REVIEW ROUND-UP: Don Juan in Soho at Wyndham’s Theatre by Emma Clarendon

David Tennant stars in this West End premiere production written and directed by Patrick Marber – but what have critics had to say about it?

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Jewels, Royal Opera House, London, review: Marianela Nuñez leads the ballet with radiant authority by Zoë Anderson, Zoë Anderson

George Balanchine's ballet was inspired by the beauty of the gem stones he saw in the New York store of jewellers Van Cleef & Arpels and the music of Fauré, Stravinsky and Tchaikov…

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Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Fleabag announced for Edinburgh Fringe by Giverny Masso

Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Fleabag and Fagin’s Twist from Avant Garde Dance Company have been announced as part of the British Council’s Showcase programme

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Echo’s End review at Salisbury Playhouse – ‘arrestingly perceptive’ by Fergus Morgan

Barney Norris’ new play Echo’s End, like so much First World War drama before it, is infused with an august Rupert Brooke

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Review: Review: I Capuleti e i Montecchi (Asylum, Peckham)

Romeo and Juliet meets Reservoir Dogs in a bold reimagining of Bellini's opera

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Review: Review: Echo's End (Salisbury Playhouse)

Barney Norris' new play explores the impact of empire on British life

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Theatre News: New Park Theatre season announced

The already announced Ian McKellen will join the world premiere of Twilight Song and Gyles Brandreth in a family production of Hamlet

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Northern Stage Edinburgh project enlists theatres in Hull, Leeds and Manchester by Thom Dibdin

Northern Stage is teaming up with theatres in Hull, Leeds and Manchester for its Edinburgh Festival Fringe programme at Summerhall this year.

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Tributes paid to ‘showbiz legend’ variety promoter Duggie Chapman by Michael Quinn

Tributes have been paid to the child actor turned leading variety promoter and producer Duggie Chapman, who died on April 1, a

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Playwrights to get 2.4% average pay rise in rewritten ITC contracts by Georgia Snow

Playwrights working on Independent Theatre Council contracts will see their payments increase by an average of 2.4% thanks to a new agreement.

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Concert Review: ‘The Firebird and Other Heroic Tales’ at the Gordon Center by Pamela Steinik

Combine the Columbia Orchestra and Towson University Community Dance, and you have an afternoon full of the best of the arts. “The Firebird and Other Heroic Tales” at the Gordon Center …

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Stephanie J. Block, Emily Skinner, and Max Von Essen Lead 15th Annual BROADWAY UNPLUGGED by BroadwayWorld

This will be the fifteenth year in a row in which producer Scott Siegel is presenting an all-star cast singing famous Broadway show tunes the way they were originally performed on the Great …

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SPEECH AND DEBATE – Trafalgar Studios by Ian Foster

An opportunity to see this play in dress rehearsal was snaffled away from me at the last minute so stubbornly, I'd opted not to see it. But the offer of a friend's spare ticket and the good …

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Interview: Director Michael Blakemore revisits The Life at Southwark Playhouse

He has been in the business for almost 70 years, but Michael Blakemore is back at the helm of THE LIFE, a Broadway show he first tackled more than 20 years ago and is now receiving its long-…

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Unity Theatre, Liverpool, unveils £845k refit plan by Tim Bano

Liverpool’s Unity Theatre has revealed plans for an £845,000 redevelopment, including a new entrance and performance space. The Build Unity Better project

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Dance trailblazers split £20k bursary fund by Giverny Masso

Bursaries totalling more than £20,000 have been awarded to six dance entrepreneurs to develop new projects, which include London’s first company dedicated

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The Play That Goes Wrong review at Lyceum Theatre, New York – ‘deliriously funny’ by Mark Shenton

Shows don’t get more right from going wrong. The Play That Goes Wrong has been turning the stuff of disaster into a

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Lifted by Beauty: Adventures in Dreaming review at Rhyl town centre – ‘inspired’ by Roger Foss

This National Theatre Wales collaboration with the residents of Rhyl begins with a guided stroll through the town centre taking in short

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Theatre News: 42nd Street original cast - where are they now?

The musical returns to Theatre Royal Drury Lane this month

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Theatre News: Dates for new Take That musical The Band officially announced

The show is to embark on a UK tour in September

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Review: The Poetry of Exile, White Bear Theatre by Josephine Balfour-Oatts

Previously known for works such as Basildon (2009), Bridlington (2015) and Playground (2016), writer Peter Hamilton returns to The White Bear Theatre in Kennington with his most recent play:…

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Review: Don Juan in Soho, Wyndham’s Theatre by Annie Starkey

Soho serves once more as the backdrop for this new version of Patrick Marber’s previous ‘loose adaptation’ of Moliere’s tragicomedy Don Juan. Not much has changed since 2006’s vers…

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THE KID STAYS IN THE PICTURE – Royal Court by Laura Kressly

The American dream is a tantalising thing. Even the grubbiest kid from New York, the son of a nobody dentist, can become a film star and producer. This is Robert Evans’ story, the man resp…

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WATCH: Jon Robyns, Simon Lipkin & Giles Terera's hilarious #AlsoRecognised Awards video

Ahead of the Olivier Awards on Sunday, we're sending big congrats to Charlie Stemp, Jon Robyns, Simon Lipkin, Giles Terera and other #StageFaves who've been #AlsoRecognised in the online awa…

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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A Hazy View: A View on The View UpStairs, a New Musical by Bart Greenberg

The View UpStairs is, unfortunately, a hazy one. There is much to enjoy in this new musical playing at the Lynn Redgrave Theater at Culture Project, but there are some serious flaws as well,…

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NEWS: Take That musical The Band announces major UK tour dates by Press Releases

Tim Firth’s new musical THE BAND, with the music of Take That will have a major UK tour, beginning at Manchester Opera House on 8 September 2017

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WATCH: Take That launches The Band musical! Is it touring near you?

THE BAND is off to a fan-frenzy start - taking £2 million in the first two hours of its touring on-sale today! Check out our video and photos from the Take That musical's secret launch yest…

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Today on Broadway: Monday, April 3, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: The Critics Review “The Play that Goes Wrong” and “The Hairy Ape,” Bucks County Announces “Clue” Cast, and Theresa Rebeck Writes about “Smas…

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Review: Review: Honk! (Union Theatre)

Stiles and Drewe's take on The Ugly Duckling is revived in its 20th anniversary year

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Handlebards: The cycling Shakespeare troupe geared for success by Paul Vale

When it comes to design, a tour stretches not only the imagination of a designer, but also their ingenuity and resourcefulness. Set

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The Green Room: What are the challenges of touring? by Thomas Hescott

Meet our panel: We have given our panellists pen-names and used stock images but their biographies reflect their real career details… Sam

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CHINGLISH – Park Theatre by Ian Foster

Riffing on the chuckles that come from mistranslated menus and signs (I swear, it is one of my favourite things to do in touristy abroad), Chinglish follows the efforts of an American busine…

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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‘La Traviata’ at Royal Opera House, London by Blouin Artinfo

Royal Opera House, London presents Richard Eyre’s production of Giuseppe Verdi’s famous opera, ‘La Traviata’ from June 14 through July 4, 2017. ‘La Traviata’ is one of the m…

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Talk by Arts Review

The relationships that bind modern journalism, the justice system and the political establishment all come under acerbic scrutiny as Sydney Theatre Company presents the world premiere season…

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‘Carmen’ at Opéra Bastille, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Opéra Bastille, Paris, presents 'Carmen', an opera  in four acts with music by Georges Bizet and libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy, being staged on select dates throug…

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‘Weekend of Romantic Music’ at Amphithéâter Bastille, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Amphitheater Bastille, Paris, presents 'Weekend of Romantic Music', a chamber music concert, on April 8-9,2017.The music concert will be presented by Hélène Pierrakos with the musicians of…

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‘Milos Forman’ at Babylon, Berlin by Blouin Artinfo

Babylon, Berlin, will host a film festival celebrating the works of Milos Forman, from April 5-19, 2017.The festival will witness screening of the movies of Milos Forman across different gen…

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‘DOK TAIWAN’ at Babylon, Berlin by Blouin Artinfo

Babylon, Berlin, presents 'DOK Taiwan', a first of its kind Taiwanese Film Festival from April 4-7, 2017.The film festival will feature two Taiwanese film directors and screening of five bra…

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Jude Law on stage: from smirking schoolboy to deadly drifter – in pictures by Guardian Staff

Over a quarter of a century, Jude Law has blazed through a succession of challenging and controversial theatre productions on the way to his latest role as a lover with murder on his mind in…

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INTERVIEW: Tom Williams from A Door In A Wall by Daniel Perks

A Door In A Wall started with this style of treasure hunt format and quickly grew to become one of London’s foremost in immersive puzzle solving. Director Tom Williams and a group of frien…

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Le Gateau Chocolat: “I’m always in some kind of exhausting drag.” by Maddy Costa

Maddy Costa talks to alternative cabaret star Le Gateau Chocolat about puncturing drag stereotypes, making work about depression, and surviving in a world where “We have to keep fighting f…

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BWW Morning Brief April 3rd, 2017 - AMELIE, MISCAST and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news AMELIE brings her whimsical world to Broadway, and an all-star lineup takes the stage for MCC's 2017 MISCAST gala

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All aboard for Bochum: the German town where Starlight Express has run nonstop since the 80s by Chris Cox

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s smash musical with singing, rollerskating trains opened in a Westphalian warehouse in 1988 and never closed. Can it transport a superfan back to his childhood?“This…

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Dance Academy: it's time to rediscover this lovable, refreshing TV series for teens | Cassie Tongue by Cassie Tongue

As the spin-off movie hits cinemas, we celebrate the series about ballet dancers coming of age that was really about showing compassion for misfitsDance Academy was the show with biggest hea…

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You Want To Be A Non-Profit? You Have To Start Acting Like One by Joe Patti

You know how they say you need to dress for the job you want rather than the job you have? In much the same way, this is true for pursuing non-profit status. A few years back Ellis Carter li…

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Kyall Shanks by Arts Review

Who is Kyall Shanks? I am a professional contemporary dancer, currently based in Melbourne. I originally started dancing in 2009 with a NSW based youth company called fLiNG Physical Theatre,…

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San Diego Theater Review: ON THE 20TH CENTURY (Cygnet Theatre Company) by Milo Shapiro

A LONG RIDE ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY In today’s world of seeing T-shirts in fancy restaurants, it’s almost difficult to envision that, once upon a time, people would dress to the nines f…

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MICF: Impromptunes – The Bachela-la-la by Arts Review

The oxymoron of the ‘Reality Dating’ TV genre, including shows such as The Bachelor and spinoff The Bachelorette, is ripe for a good piss-take. Melbourne troupe Impromptunes …

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BWW Review: Brit-Farce THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Literally Brings Down The House by Michael Dale

All the context you'll need to deal with at the Lyceum's latest offering, Britain's Mischief Theatre import, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, is right there in the title. Forgoing pesky details li…

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Mark Shenton’s week: Is gay theatre back on form? by Mark Shenton

Everyone has their own personal favourite theatres – last week, for instance, I listed some of my favourite places to see musicals,

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Robin Paley Yorke: 5 tips for sight-impaired theatre practitioners by Susan Elkin

Robin Paley Yorke, 24, has been sight impaired in one eye since an accident when he was 17. He trained on Rose

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Catherine Hoffman: ‘I cover myself in chocolate and wrestle rats – it’s about class’ by Tim Bano

Catherine Hoffman’s work spans live art, comedy, punk gig and theatre. She talks to Tim Bano about touring her latest show, Free

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Why Hotel California marked a watershed for rock

And why The Eagles’ opaque lyrics make more sense today than ever

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Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 4/2-4/3/2017

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Monday, April 3, 2017 - Monday, April 3, 2017.

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FULL-CONTACT FARCE by Robert Cashill

Big, loud, silly chaos ensues in this play within a play.

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The Play That Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong Broadway, Lyceum Theatre Reviewed by Gabriella Steinberg BOTTOM LINE: A hysterical, and predictable, experience that will have you laughing until you're exhausted.…

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Theatrefolk New Play Feature: The Perils of Modern Education by Matthew Webster by Lindsay Price

Welcome to our New Play Feature. Today we look The Perils of Modern Education, of which there are many! From standardized theatre tests that call for an exact number of steps in a scene, to …

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Olivia Wilde to make her Broadway debut in play of '1984' by Associated Press

NEW YORK — A new stage adaptation of George Orwell's chilling dystopic novel "1984" will star Olivia Wilde, making her Broadway debut.Producers Sonia Friedman and Scott Rudin said Monday …

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Special Reports: 5 Classic Dramas That Deserve Sequels

A Doll's House now has a sequel, so why not The Glass Menagerie?

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Opening Night: Phillipa Soo and Adam Chanler-Berat Return to Broadway as Amélie Opens

The new musical is written by Daniel Messé, Nathan Tysen, and Craig Lucas.

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"Riverdale" Cast Geeks Out at WonderCon by Young Hollywood

"Riverdale" Cast Geeks Out at WonderCon YH is hanging out with the cast of "Riverdale" at WonderCon as they get ready to meet their devoted fans! We chat with Cole Sprouse, K.J. Apa, Lili Re…

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Monday, April 3, 2017 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘The Broken Heart’ at Quintessence Theatre Group by Walter Bilderback

It’s unlikely you will be familiar with John Ford’s The Broken Heart. Like most early 17th century playwrights not named Shakespeare, Ford’s works are rarely performed: he’s know…

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Review: ‘Luft Gangster’ at the Sheen Center by Deb Miller

Developed out of a conversation playwright and lead actor Lowell Byers had with his cousin Lou Fowler – a Sergeant in the US Army Air Corps during World War II – upon their firs…

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AMELIE Dreams Her Way to Broadway Tonight- Meet the Company! by Stephanie Wild

The new Broadway musical, Amelieopens today, April 3, at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Meet the cast before they take their opening bows below

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Dreamers Abound! Amelie, Starring Phillipa Soo & Adam Chanler-Berat, Opens on Broadway by Andy Lefkowitz

Amélie, the new musical based on the beloved Oscar-nominated film, opens tonight at Broadway's Walter Kerr Theatre. With a book by Tony nominee Craig Lucas, music by Daniel Mess&e…

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Review: Hilarious “The Play That Goes Wrong” Opens with George Stephanopolous in Surprise Role by Roger Friedman

First off: “The Play that Goes Wrong” goes very right and went very well tonight opening at the Lyceum Theater on Broadway. Categories: Featured Theater(Read more...)

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Daniel's Husband by Doug Marino

Who on earth WOULDN'T want to marry (Ryan Spahn).... um... i mean Daniel Bixby?  In Michael McKeever's play now in previews at the Cherry Lane Theatre, that would be Daniel's partner, M…

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New Musical Amélie Opens on Broadway April 3 by Playbill Staff

Hamilton Tony nominee Phillipa Soo stars in the musical adaptation of the Oscar-nominated film.

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Schools of the Stars: Where Amélie Cast and Creators Went to College by Sarah Jane Arnegger

Where the cast and creative team of the Broadway musical Amélie pursued their college studies.

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Can Theatre Solve the U.S. Great Divide? by Ruthie Fierberg

In a time when the nation feels fractured, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel has an answer.

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Steppenwolf Theatre Company Is About to Produce a Season Like You’ve Never Seen Before by Thomas Connors

In its 2017-2018 season, the Chicago theatre company invests in three diverse, controversial world-premiere plays.

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Indecent’s Paula Vogel’s Powerful Message to Our Divided Nation

In this Playbill exclusive series, acclaimed playwright, Paula Vogel, addresses various topics in Indecent, from immigration to Jewish identity to the use of music in the production.

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Where the Beauty Queens Duelled  by Judith Thurman

“Let’s start the tour at Frank Campbell,” Lindy Woodhead suggested, from the back seat of a limo. Woodhead—blond, vivacious, and ample—is the author of “War Paint,” a joint bio…

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