Ooh la la! Frenchy Jen Fellman by Sandi Durell

  Jen Fellman brings April in Paris to New York on a Blustery Spring Night       By Myra Chanin   Mon Dieu! Jen Fellman’s All-American parents may have come to th…

Perversion by Darryl Reilly

If only there were perversion in "Perversion." Instead, it’s a tedious, mélange of the absurdist styles of Jean Genet, Eugène Ionesco, Jules Feiffer and Dr. Seuss. There’s the eerie …

Coming Up This Week in Theatre - 4/8/2017

BroadwayWorld.com's Upcoming Events calendar for the week - updated on 482017.

La Campana Sommersa (New York City Opera) by Joel Benjamin

This production was a co-effort with Fondazione Teatro Lirico di Cagliari whose orchestra joined forces with the New York City Opera Orchestra under the baton of Ira Levin who brought out ev…

Concert Review: Berlioz’s “Symphonie fantastique” with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at Strathmore, featuring violinist Ray Chen by Brett Dodson

Virtuosity was on full display at Strathmore Thursday evening for the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s performance of Berlioz’s “Symphonie fantastique” and Paganini’s “Violin Conce…

Theatre Review: ‘A Raisin in the Sun’ at Arena Stage by Maria Materise

Arena Stage’s production of “A Raisin in the Sun,” directed by Tazewell Thompson brings new life to an old classic. Set in the 1950s, “A Raisin in the Sun” explores themes of hope,…

Review: Destiny of Desire (Goodman Theatre) by Catey Sullivan

With Goodman Theatre's Destiny of Desire, playwright Karen Zacarias might have invented a new theatrical genre. The unabashedly histrionic production is part Greek tragedy, part frantic sex …

Fracked! Alistair Beaton on his anti-fracking satire by Alistair Beaton

The playwright explains the genesis of his fiery comedy starring Anne Reid and James BolamIf you’d asked me five years ago whether I might one day write a comedy about fracking, I’d have…

Casting change in Paramount's 'Jesus Christ Superstar' by Morgan Greene

Evan Tyrone Martin will play the title role in the Paramount Theatre's upcoming production of "Jesus Christ Superstar," the Aurora company announced Saturday. Martin, previously announced as…

Review: ‘A Bright New Boise’ at Silver Spring Stage by Susan Brall

A Bright New Boise by Samuel D. Hunter lit up the floorboards at Silver Spring Stage on Friday, April 7, 2017.  Produced by Andrea Spitz and directed by Matt Ripa, some will find it a comed…

Globe director Dominic Dromgoole swaps stage for screen by Dalya Alberge

After 10 years at the Globe, Dominic Dromgoole will direct and produce films, following in the footsteps of Stephen Daldry and Sam MendesA former director of the Globe theatre in London is t…

Artist Shimon Attie gets 'Lost' on the Mississippi River by Calvin Wilson St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Shimon Attie's exhibition at the St. Louis Art Museum was inspired by the river and 'Huckleberry Finn.'

Photo Flash: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Has a Snozztastic Two Show Day, the Suave Fellas of BANDSTAND Settle in, and More Saturday Intermission by BroadwayWorld

It's Saturday, and that means it's time for what has become one of the theatre community's most beloved traditions- BroadwayWorld's 'Saturday Intermission Pics' roundup This week CHARLIE AND…

Director, Designer, & Performer Resign Over Failure to Diversify Casting by Julie Musbach

Calgary Opera is in the beginningsteps of staging SOUTH PACIFIC, and the casting process has caused an uproar within the production. According to The Globe and Mail, special advisor to the c…

VIDEO: Ana Viillafane Teases Netherlands Production of ON YOUR FEET by BroadwayWorld

A new production of Broadway musical ON YOUR FEET will open at the Beatrix Theater Utrecht October 18. Ana Villafae posted a rehearsal video on Instagram teasing the exciting production. Che…

Review: A Fluffy Heart by Michael Block

By Michael BlockInspired by the 2001 French film of the same name, Amelie has been given the musical theater treatment. With book by Craig Lucas, music by Daniel Messe, and lyrics by Nathan …

Amélie Review: Phillipa Soo to the rescue by Jonathan Mandell

Judging from the last few minutes of “Amélie,” when the two adorable eccentrics Amélie and Nino finally kiss, the new musical feels like a charming and almost traditional romantic come…

A Life Behind Bars by Jk Clarke

      by Steve Nardoni   Toward the end A Life Behind Bars, a compelling, comedic, but chilling one-man autobiographical show (directed by Tanya Moberly), playing every o…

Some Like It Pop Special Series- ‘Making a Musical’ episode 1.2: ‘Invisible: The Musical’- Why is There Not Scotch Involved? by Matt Tamanini

In the second episode of the six-part “Making a Musical” series, Jennifer McHugh discusses the process of getting “Invisible: The Musical” from idea to production wit…

Olivier Awards 2017 – What To Expect by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo We've put together a guide for theatre fans to give you an idea of what to expect at this year's Olivier Awards which are being held tomorrow. WHERE ARE THE OLIVIER AWARDS BE…

Come From Away Celebrates Cast Recording Release at Barnes and Noble April 7 by Marc J. Franklin

The album was released digitally March 10 and the CD was released online and in stores March 24.

Review: ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ at The Lyceum Theatre by Richard Seff

The Lyceum Theatre on Broadway is playing host to a most unusual guest.. It has brought in the Cornley University Drama Society’s production of The Murder at Haversham Manor and because of…

Chicago Theater Review: MARY POPPINS (Mercury) by Lawrence Bommer

A SPADEFUL OF SUGAR As the supplicating ballad puts it, “Let’s hope she will stay.” Not just the quintessentially “practically perfect” nanny, Mary Poppins is a kind of cosmic cure…

Magic is possible in masterful '887': review by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

Robert Lepage's 887 represents the permeable barrier that we all hold with our inner children.

BWW TV Exclusive: SUBWAY STORIES with IN TRANSIT's James Snyder! by BroadwayWorld TV

Do you have your own crazy subway story CLICK HERE to tell us all about it via video or essay and enter for a chance to win free dinner at Thalia 828 8th Ave and two tickets to see IN TRANSI…

The smart and entertaining ‘True Crime’ will keep you guessing: review by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Torquil Campbell’s “True Crime,” an intense and artful one-man show, is playing at Streetcar Crowsnest until April 15.

Inside The Rock and Vin Diesel’s ‘Furious’ feud by Merle Ginsberg

When the cast of “The Fate of the Furious” — the eighth film in the “Fast and the Furious” franchise — hit CinemaCon to preview footage for theater owners in Las Vegas on March 2…

A Look At Some Success Stories And Services Of Nine9 The UnAgency by Rino16

Success Story #1 From Nine9, Troy B Troy B. is a male African American dancer, singer and aspiring actor who has managed to break through into the film industry with the help of Nine9 The Un…

Mobilizing Bodies: Dance & Disability at 92Y, Petronio at The Joyce, & Work Up 3.1 at Gibney by Maura Donohue

3 shows from this past week: Edisa Weeks curates at 92nd St. Y Fridays at Noon, Stephen Petronio's 3rd season of Bloodlines, and Gibney's emerging artist program

Review: ‘Pygmalion’ at The British Players by Mark Ludder

I envy the folks lucky enough to have attended the opening night performance of George Bernard Shaw’s brand new play Pygmalion in 1913. They were afforded an unfiltered observation of cla…

Blog: Why rural theatre is thriving by Jack Bond

Audience numbers for professional shows in rural UK venues are growing, according to new figures from the National Rural Touring Forum (NRTF). Jack Bond, who works for the organisation, alon…

Re-reviewing two American classics by Ian Foster

"It's an honour just to be nominated..." Come award season, these words are often heard but you do have to wonder what it feels like to be the only member of a four person ensemble that isn'…

The Disney-Movie Endings They Didn’t Show You by Anna Fitzpatrick

“Beauty and the Beast”

‘Anything Goes,’ a musical comedy staging at Main Stage Theater, Toronto by Blouin Artinfo

Main Stage Theater, Toronto presents the musical comedy ‘Anything Goes.’ The show will be staged from May 25 through May 28, 2017.'Anything Goes' is far from a mere boy meets girl love s…

Dobama Theatre's 2017-18 season puts the accent on the homegrown talent of Eric Coble and George Brant by Andrea Simakis

Dobama Theatre's 2017-18 season features artificial intelligence, kid detectives, a female desert warrior and pill-popping lovers.

THIS JOINT IS JUMPIN’ – The Other Palace by Emma Clarendon

Combined with wonderful music such as ‘Thief in the Night’, ‘This Joint is Jumpin’ and ‘Handful of Keys’, the production sweeps audiences effectively right back to the age of jaz…

Countdown to the 2017 #OlivierAwards: Our fave stuff on social, 8 April

Just hours to go until this year's Olivier Awards, which take place this Sunday 9 April. The 2017 Oliviers aren't just the biggest ever - held for the first time at the Royal Albert Hall and…

VIDEO: Original ANASTASIA Songstress Liz Callaway Performs 'Journey to the Past' by Stage Tube

Broadway's Liz Callaway recently hit Chicago for a concert series focused around her album 'The Essential Liz Callaway.' Prior to her performances, she made a stop at Chicago Tonightwhere sh…

Gently Down the Stream - Starring Harvey Fierstein by Oscar E. Moore

A three character genteel and romantic/historical menage a trois fairy tale featuring Gabriel Ebert and Christopher Sears.

Review: Expensive Shit at Soho Theatre by Arjun Sajip

Arjun Sajip reviews a story of how one woman's dreams go down the pan, set against a backdrop of legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti's music. The post Review: Expensive Shit at Soho Theat…

BWW TV: The Comedy Continues Inside Opening Night of PRESENT LAUGHTER! by Tv - Opening Night Special

After the curtain came down Wednesdaynight at the St. James Theatre, the laughter subsided and the company of Present Laughter celebrated a triumphant opening night at Gotham Hall. BroadwayW…

Behind the scenes: What are the #OlivierAwards team doing the day before?

On a sunny day in London the day before the 2017 Olivier Awards, what are the crew who make theatre's biggest night of the year doing? Working very very hard. Here's a little Twitter moment …

The Tony Talk Podcast, Episode 3: The Pulitzer Effect by Broadway & Me

And we're off: the awards season has officially begun. Nominations for the Lucille Lortel Awards, which honor off-Broadway productions, were announced this week. And since lots of shows run …

Book Feature: The Decibel Diaries — A Journey Through Rock in 50 Concerts by Jason M. Rubin

A journal that is part travelogue, part music history, and part meditation on the evolution of our culture through the often-bloodshot eyes of one man.

EXPENSIVE SHIT – Soho Theatre by Aleks Sierz

It’s hot. Real hot. And you’re dancing, just lost in music. You’re at the legendary Shrine nightclub in Lagos, where Afrobeat star Fela Kuti is king. It’s 1994. And it’s hot. Sweat…

Theater News: The Women of Padilla Comes to Two River Theater

Tony Meneses' play begins performances tonight.

MCC’s Annual ‘Miscast’ Gala by Sandi Durell

      MCC Theater’s annual Miscast gala, held at the Hammerstein Ballroom, has become one of the hottest tickets of the theatrical season. The reason: audiences get the …

Tim Pigott-Smith, Actor Who Put Prince Charles on the Throne, Dies at 70 by Michael Paulson

Mr. Pigott-Smith was playing Willy Loman in a production of “Death of a Salesman” that was about to open.

Thomas Wolfe on Vaudeville by Trav S.D.

‘Tis well to remember sometimes in this forum that not everyone loved vaudeville back in the day. Some were too elitist, “Victorian”, or bigoted — any number of thing…

A BRONX TALE – Broadway by Simon Parris

Filling the gap for New York baby boomers left by the closure of mega hit Jersey Boys, ambitious new musical A Bronx Tale has entertaining moments but struggles to overcome the unusual mixtu…

London Theater Review: ‘Consent’ by Nina Raine by Gordon Cox

Modern classics don’t come along very often. “Consent” is, without a shadow of a doubt, just that: an intricately constructed philosophical drama that does for love, law and la…

Change Shouldn’t Be Wishful Thinking / A változás nem lehet csak hiú ábránd by [email protected] (adewunmi)

By Edit Győrik, Vince Zrinyi Gál. Finally, we would like to present the sole representatives of community theatre in Hungary: Koma Base, who took up a very important role in the life of a …

The Arts on the Stamps of the World — April 8 by Doug Briscoe

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

GENTLY DOWN THE STREAM – the return of Harvey Fierstein by Oscar E Moore

  Can a 62 year old gay expatriate ex-cocktail pianist lounging around in a book lined London flat find true love – finally find his soul mate – again – after so many heartbre…

BWW's On This Day - April 8, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on April 8 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

WATCH: Perry O'Bree reminds you of the #OlivierAwards nominations

One day to go! Here's #StageFaves blogger Perry O'Bree to remind you of the key musical nominations in the 2017 Olivier Awards and what to look out for tomorrow...

Joshua Harmon's Significant Other, Starring Gideon Glick, Sets April Closing Date by Broadway.com

It's the last dance for Joshua Harmon's Significant Other. The play, directed by Trip Cullman and starring Gideon Glick will take its final bow on April 23. At the tim…

42ND STREET – West End by Break A Leg

So much hype surrounded this production of 42nd Street and it didn’t disappoint. From the moment the conductor raised his baton the stage and auditorium was alive with the sound of tap sho…

Empathy on Stage: The Collector and Anonymous in Dublin by HowlRound

By Laura Marriott. Laura Marriott explores Daniel Wade’s The Collector and Mark Richardson’s Anonymous , two recent productions in Dublin that explore contemporary social issues.

Art, music and theatre now under the same roof in the Catherine Dower Performing and Fine Arts Center by Amy Porter

You need to be logged in to see this part of the content. Please Login to access. → The post Art, music and theatre now under the same roof in the Catherine Dower Performing and Fine …

Emma Stone responds to prom invite from teen who staged ‘La La Land’ opening number [WATCH] by Paul Sheehan

Stuck for a prom date, Jacob Staudenmaier a 17-year-old from Phoenix, AZ decided to ask Emma Stone, who hails from his hometown. To get the attention of this Oscar champ, he recreated R…

Review: Finders Keepers at Park Theatre by Daniel Perks

This joyful show for Deaf and hearing families is inspired by the story of Moses. The post Review: Finders Keepers at Park Theatre appeared first on Exeunt Magazine.

Arizona teen asks Emma Stone to prom 'La La Land' style by USA Today

REVIEW: Miss Nightingale, The Vaults ✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves Treading similar terrain as the recently seen ‘Mrs Henderson Presents', it has an infectious score, well-written dialogue, and a story that revolves around more than on…

The Nuyorican Poets Café, A Cauldron for Poetry And Politics by Manuel Betancourt

It embodies the belief that anyone can take the stage and interpret one of the most accessible art forms and "reveal poetry as a living art."

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Posh at Pleasance Theatre by Emma Clarendon

This brand new all-female production of Laura Wade’s hit play directed by Cressida Carre has officially opened at the Pleasance Theatre. But what have critics been making of it?

Features: My Top 5 Showtunes: Marc Pickering

The actor tells us the musical numbers he couldn't live without

Day One at Buzzcut Festival by Laura Kressly

The DIY/anarchist vibe is strong – a hand painted banner stretches across the front of the building and the ornate hall used as a the cafe/bar/community hub/place for announcements is simi…

Review: Girl in the Machine at Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh by Andrew Edwards

Watching the world come to a standstill: Andrew Edwards reviews Stef Smith's new play about technology and human connections. The post Review: Girl in the Machine at Traverse Theatre, Edinbu…

THIS JOINT IS JUMPIN’ – The Other Palace by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

Brought to London for the first time by producer Hoagy B Carmichael, This Joint is Jumpin’ is an exuberant homage to Fats Waller, the famous jazz pianist, composer, and virtuoso talent of …

Tim Pigott-Smith: from The Jewel in the Crown to King Charles III by Jasper.rees

The actor played pillars of the establishment, but there was much more to him than that It is the fate of a certain type of well-spoken classically trained actor to wear the livery of the En…

My workout: ‘Ballet has given me strength’ by Daniel Masoliver

Lauren Hibbert, 32, on why she loves to danceI have always loved to dance. It’s a brilliant way to keep fit: it’s so much fun and doesn’t even feel like exercise. I’ve had lessons si…

Lord of the Flies showing that a tribal approach can lead to a greater good by Arts Review

Set in a deserted theatre instead of an island, the Sir Matthew Bourne’s adaptation of the classic Lord of the Flies examines the descent from civilisation to savagery through dance. Lord …

The Popular Mechanicals by Arts Review

Following their riotous reception in 2015, the original cast of State Theatre Company South Australia’s The Popular Mechanicals have headed east to remount the show for Sydney Theatre Com…

Why I love… Julie Andrews by Bim Adewunmi

Her voice is the happiest sound you’ll ever hear, like the best of summer holidaysI’m a screen addict, so a fair chunk of my childhood memories are intimately tied up in film. Around the…

Casting Challenge: Not Enough Actors! by Kerry Hishon

Our next casting challenge is the exact opposite of our last post. What happens when you have fewer actors than named parts in the script? This can be a great acting challenge for students, …

Paloma San Basilio & Raul Di Blasio at Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles by Blouin Artinfo

Paloma San Basilio & Raul Di Blasio will be performing at Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles, on April, 30, 2017.Latin music superstars Paloma San Basilio and Raul Di Blasio, join their talents …

‘Born In China’ at El Capitan Theatre, Los Angeles by Blouin Artinfo

The documentary, ‘Born In China’, will be screened at The El Capitan Theatre, Los Angeles, from April 21 through April 30, 2017.The documentary is directed by Lu Chuan and casts John Kra…

Review: ‘ AMÉLIE’ at The Walter Kerr Theatre by Richard Seff

Based on a charming French film, Amélie the musical begins with a narrator letting us know we’re going to be in Paris and its surroundings for the next 90 minutes, and as he and the music…

MICF: Arj Barker – Organic by Arts Review

American Arj Barker is a frequent visitor to Australia. This year he presents a second crop of his 2016 show Organic. I found one aspect of his show particularly nutritious. It’s almost ex…

Puccini’s ‘Turandot’ at Royal Opera House, London by Blouin Artinfo

Royal Opera House, London, presents Giacomo Puccini’s last opera, ‘Turandot’, in performance from July 5 through July 16, 2017. Princess Turandot has sworn that no man shall marry…

Theatre Lab Hosts 24-Hour Project To Aid New Play Festival by Bill Hirschman

The future of the 24-Hour Theatre Project – a popular fund-raiser that cemented the theater community’s solidarity – seemed endangered when its founders, the Amadeos, announced they wo…

16 Shows Fred Ebb Brought to Broadway by Hannah Vine

The late Chicago and Cabaret lyricist Fred Ebb was born April 8, 1928.

Spend a Two Show Day at Sunday in the Park With George by Hannah Vine

Claybourne Elder shows us what it's like to do a double-duty day at the newly renovated Hudson Theatre.

How Laura Linney Got Cynthia Nixon a Dream Role by Mark Peikert

Three-time Tony nominee Linney and Tony winner Nixon tackle two roles on alternating nights in The Little Foxes.

What’s Hot in London: April 8–14 by Mark Shenton

Oslo will transfer to the National, and see what critics thought of the revivals of 42nd Street and The Goat .