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Monday, March 4, 2019

First Look: Curran’s ‘The Jungle’ by Matthew Wexler

The Curran presents the highly-anticipated west coast premiere of "The Jungle," co-directed by Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin. The post First Look: Curran’s ‘The Jungle’ appeared fir…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:00AM
Friday, March 1, 2019

In Conversation: Becca Blackwell of ‘Hurricane Diane’ by Matthew Wexler

Transgender actor Becca Blackwell discuss gender and sexual identity, and how worlds collide in their starring role in New York Theatre Workshop's "Hurricane Diane." The post In Conversation…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:04PM
Wednesday, February 27, 2019

First Look: Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s 2019 Season by Matthew Wexler

Oregon Shakespeare Festival's 84th season kicks off with Shakespearan classics, Broadway musicals and new works. The post First Look: Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s 2019 Season appeared fi…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:00PM
Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Justin Sayre’s ‘Ravenswood Manor’ Returns to Joe’s Pub by Matthew Wexler

Justin Sayre's camp-horror-soap-opera 'Ravenswood Manor' returns to Joe's Pub for the latest installments in this spooky and sassy series. The post Justin Sayre’s ‘Ravenswood Manor’ …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:13PM
Wednesday, February 20, 2019

A Spellbinding Take on Social Upheaval and Salvation: ‘The Total Bent’ by Matthew Wexler

Chicago's Haven Theatre and About Face Theatre combine forces to present the Midwest premiere of the electric musical, "The Total Bent." The post A Spellbinding Take on Social Upheaval and S…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:52PM
Tuesday, February 19, 2019

‘So in Love’: A Conversation with Kelli O’Hara from ‘Kiss Me, Kate!’ by Matthew Wexler

Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara chats about her latest role in the highly anticipated Broadway revival of "Kiss Me, Kate." The post ‘So in Love’: A Conversation with Kelli O’…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:42PM
Friday, February 15, 2019

Steering Off-Road: Raven Theatre’s ‘How I Learned to Drive’ by Matthew Wexler

Chicago's Raven Theatre presents a revival of Paula Vogel's Pulitzer Prize-winning memory play about the complexities of sexual assault and the family ties that bind. The post Steering Off-R…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:42PM
Tuesday, February 12, 2019

'So in Love': A Conversation with Kelli O’Hara of ‘Kiss Me, Kate!’ by Matthew Wexler

The Broadway legend shares what drew her to Cole Porter’s classic.

SOURCE: ShowTickets.com at 02:39PM

This Isn’t Child’s Play: ‘A Doll’s House, Part 2’ by Matthew Wexler

Sandra Marquez and Yasen Peyankov star in the Chicago premiere of Lucas Hnath's play about what happens when one of Ibsen's most famous characters returns to the life she left behind. The po…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:54AM
Monday, February 11, 2019

Born to Be Mild: ‘My Very Own British Invasion’ by Matthew Wexler

Jerry Mitchell directs and choreographs a jukebox musical about the life of British pop star Peter Noone at Paper Mill Play House. The post Born to Be Mild: ‘My Very Own British Invasi…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:32PM
Sunday, February 10, 2019

Struggling with Strindberg: ‘The Dance of Death’ and ‘Mies Julie’ by Matthew Wexler

Classic Stage Company presents adaptations of August Strindberg's 'Dance of Death' and 'Mies Julie' in repertory. The post Struggling with Strindberg: ‘The Dance of Death’ and &#…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:42PM
Saturday, February 9, 2019

Alice Ripley to Star in One-Woman Show, ‘The Pink Unicorn’ by Matthew Wexler

Alice Ripley is set to star in Elise Forier Edie’s "The Pink Unicorn," a one-woman play about a Christian widow whose 14-year-old daughter announces that she is “gender queer." The post …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:06PM
Thursday, February 7, 2019

Paying the Price for a Higher Purpose: ‘The Trial of the Catonsville Nine’ by Matthew Wexler

Transport Group reimagines this Vietnam War-era play in a mesmerizing new Off-Broadway production directed by Jack Cummings III. The post Paying the Price for a Higher Purpose: ‘The Tr…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:12AM
Wednesday, February 6, 2019

LPTW Talks With Pulitzer-Winning Playwright Lynn Nottage  by Matthew Wexler

Critic Elisabeth Vincentelli chatted with Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage about her career and influences. The post LPTW Talks With Pulitzer-Winning Playwright Lynn Nottage  …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:18PM
Tuesday, February 5, 2019

Interview: Theresa Rebeck’s Discusses Her Directorial Feature Debut by Matthew Wexler

Theresa Rebeck (Photo: Heather Sten) By Lindsay B. Davis On the morning I spoke to Theresa Rebeck, the highly prolific playwright, award-winning television writer, producer,… The post …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:12PM

Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre Celebrates Next Wave of Librettists & Lyricists by Matthew Wexler

2019 Kleban Prize Winners (l to r): Shaina Taub, Charlie Sohne and Sarah Hammond. (Photos provided by Keith Sherman & Associates) By Bobby McGuire Dueling suffragettes,… The post …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:54PM
Friday, February 1, 2019

Recap: Rodgers & Hart at 92Y by Matthew Wexler

Santino Fontana and friends kicked off 92Y's Lyrics & Lyricists series with a tribute to the works of Rodgers & Hart. The post Recap: Rodgers & Hart at 92Y appeared first on T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:32PM
Thursday, January 31, 2019

Brotherly Hate: ‘True West’ by Matthew Wexler

Ethan Hawke and Paul Dano star in the Broadway revival of 'True West,' Sam Shepard's blustery 1980 play about sibling rivalry. The post Brotherly Hate: ‘True West’ appeared first…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:36PM
Wednesday, January 30, 2019

First Look: Encores! ‘Call Me Madam’ at New York City Center by Matthew Wexler

New York City Center presents 'Call Me Madam' as part of their 75th anniversary season, February 6-10. The post First Look: Encores! ‘Call Me Madam’ at New York City Center appea…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:32PM
Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Jessie Mueller and Seth Rudetsky Shine in South Florida by Matthew Wexler

Jessie Mueller headed to the Sunshine State with Seth Rudetsky for a one-night-only concert at Fort Lauderdale's Parker Playhouse.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:42AM
Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Can Comedy Conquer Tribalism? ‘Colin Quinn: Red State, Blue State’ by Matthew Wexler

Comedian Colin Quinn takes a bi-partisan stab at the state of the nation.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:06PM
Thursday, January 17, 2019

Insta-Broadway! 7 Stars Lighting Up the Stage and Social Media by Matthew Wexler

(l to r) Jelani Alladin and Patti Murin in ‘Frozen.’ (Photo: Deen van Meer) By Cleo Aukland Want more of the Broadway stars that you…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:06PM

Review: ‘Bleach’ in Bushwick, Brooklyn by Matthew Wexler

The underground UK hit about a rent boy trying to survive in the big city arrives in Brooklyn in an immersive basement theatre with an audience of 10.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:04AM
Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Broadway’s Lights Dim in Honor of Carol Channing by Matthew Wexler

To commemorate Carol Channing's life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute on Wednesday, January 16 at 7:45 p.m. 

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:48PM

Goodbye, Carol: Remembering Carol Channing by Matthew Wexler

Star of stage and screen Carol Channing died of natural causes at the age of 97. We remember some of her greatest moments.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:24AM
Monday, January 14, 2019

HALFWAY HANGUPS: ‘BLUE RIDGE’ by Matthew Wexler

Set in Southern Appalachia, Marin Ireland stars in 'Blue Ridge,' a pitch-dark comedy about heartbreak, hell-raising and healing by Abby Rosebrock.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:06PM
Friday, January 11, 2019

Sofitel New York Announces ‘Waitress’ Suite by Matthew Wexler

The luxury accommodations serve as an immersive "Waitress" experience, featuring Broadway memorabilia, costumes, signed posters, and a show-themed cookbook.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:42PM
Thursday, January 10, 2019

Boys Will Be Boys: A Trifecta of Burlesque, Cirque and Comedy by Matthew Wexler

It's all hanging out in 2019 with three burlesque/circus troupes strutting their stuff across New York City stages.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:04PM
Wednesday, January 9, 2019

29th Annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre Winners by Matthew Wexler

Sarah Hammond, Shaina Taub, and Charlie Sohne have won the prestigious awards for their work in musical theater.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:24PM
Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Kelli O’Hara Heads to The Town Hall by Matthew Wexler

Kelli O'Hara chats about her upcoming appearance with Seth Rudetsky at The Town Hall.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:32PM
Friday, January 4, 2019

Cloudy Vision: ‘The Girl with the Alkaline Eyes’ by Matthew Wexler

Chase Brock stages a futuristic, full-length narrative dance theater piece.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:48PM

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