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Friday, February 12, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Media Day for Eclipsed by Sandi Durell

  It was Media Day for Eclipsed and Theater Pizzazz’ Louis Deacy was on the pulse of the event as it makes history as African-American lead producers on Broadway, Stephen Byrd an…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:58PM

Review: King Lear (Belarus Free Theatre at Chicago Shakespeare) by Scotty Zacher

Flaws and all, there’s an urgency and a joyous, subversive spirit throughout King Lear. Directed by the adapter, the actors are ferociously committed to the raw physicality of the piece. T…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 10:57PM

We Will Rock You cast announced by Arts Review

Producers of the new Australian production of the worldwide smash hit musical, We Will Rock You have announced their exciting cast ahead of a national tour that starts in Sydney in April …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:11PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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We Will Rock You cast announced by Cassie Tongue

Today at the Oxford Art Factory in Sydney, media gathered to hear the announcement of the cast of We Will Rock You, the musical by Queen and Ben Elton. This is the second outing of the show…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:50PM

Arcadia by Arts Review

Fall in love with the wit, intelligence, chaos and romance in Tom Stoppard’s much-loved Arcadia. Recognised as one of the 20th century’s greatest plays – a cocktail of ravishing come…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:44PM

The Blind Giant is Dancing by Arts Review

Brutality in the workplace, rage in the streets, seething in the home. The vulnerability of political parties when they’ve forgotten why they’re there is explored in Belvoir’s prod…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:18PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Side by Side V-Day Special! Aladdin's James Monroe Iglehart & Susan Blackwell Get Their Hearts On by Broadway.com

Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart gets crafty for love with Susan Blackwell.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:51PM

Review: The Drawer Boy (Redtwist Theatre) by Scotty Zacher

Michael Healey’s writing in the late 90s was inspired by his experiences with The Farm Show. The Drawer Boy is an alternately humorous and poignant memorial to the lives of these people. D…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 08:30PM

Star-Studded American Songbook Gala, Honoring Lorne Michaels, Draws $2.1 Million in Support for LCPA by BroadwayWorld

At last night's star-studded American Songbook Gala honoring Executive Producer Lorne Michaels, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts LCPA raised 2.1 million towards supporting its popular …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:22PM

Prominent performers join Mums 4 Refugees with a strong message: #LetThemStay by Erin James

“There’s a saying that when you become a mother, you become a mother to all children.” Prominent performers, who all happen to be mothers, have come together with the group Mum…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:04PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Daniel Crooks: Phantom Ride by Arts Review

The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) and The Ian Potter Cultural Trust present the world premiere of Phantom Ride – a brand new work by one of Australia’s leading movin…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 07:54PM

Songs of the Sixties at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Sandi Durell

  by Paulanne Simmons     As Scott Siegel, host and producer of The Greatest Pop Songs of All Time – The 1960s, pointed out a Feinstein’s/54 Below on Feb. 11, “We ne…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:50PM

Review: ‘Big Love’ at American University by Bev Fleisher

The cast of American University’s Big Love, written by Charles L. Mee and directed by Isaiah M. Wooden, was masterful in communicating the big and complex issues raised in the play. W…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 07:43PM

HOW YOU GONNA LIVE YOUR DASH – Touring by Thom Dibdin

Arriving at the Traverse for the last three dates of a small Scottish tour, Jenna Watt’s How You Gonna Live Your Dash is an invigorating, flawed and constantly needling hour of live theatr…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:41PM

To Sorkin A Mockingbird: Screenwriter Will Adapt Novel For Broadway by Lynn Neary

How will Aaron Sorkin's rapid-fire dialogue fit with Harper Lee's tale of racism and justice in the South?

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:39PM

Beyond the Rainbow: ‘The Woodsman’ by Matthew Wexler

by Samuel L. Leiter Strangemen & Co.’s The Woodsman, a darkly imaginative prequel to the story most of us know as The Wizard of Oz, is back in New York after several earlier incarnati…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:39PM

Sutton’s Going to Meet Lorelai & Rory, Megan Hilty Gets Fresh & More Lessons of the Week by Ryan McPhee

Happy Friday! We’ve had a wild week on the Great White Way, so take a break from your Frozen dream casting session to catch up on the Lessons of the Week. The past seven days brought u…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:17PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Noises Off's Campbell Scott by Broadway.com

Campbell Scott stops by Broadway.com HQ for a chat with Beth Stevens.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:17PM

The Stars of The Color Purple on the Tracks They'll Wear Out on Their Cast Album & More by Broadway.com

Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo, Danielle Brooks and the stars of The Color Purple on the the songs on their new cast album that will make them cry, hug someone and throw their shoes across t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:17PM

Nell Gwynn, Apollo Theatre by Aleks Sierz

As a subject for drama, theatre history is always popular in the West End. Between Mr Foote’s Other Leg, which has recently closed at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, and Mrs Henderson Present…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:17PM

Cate Blanchett, Emily Blunt, Eddie Redmayne & More Join Presenters Lineup for 2016 OSCARS by TV News Desk

OSCARS producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin announced today a third slate of presenters for the 88th OSCARS telecast. Among the new names are stage and screen star -- and winner last yea…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:09PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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64th Blake Art Prize announced by Arts Review

Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre (CPAC) has announced Yardena Kurulkar from Mumbai, India the winner of the 64th Blake Art Prize for her work, Kenosis. “There was an extremely high calibre…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 06:58PM

People You Should Know . . . Emilie Collyer by Zack Calhoon

 Emilie Collyer writes plays, fiction and poetry, with awards and nominations including: The Good Girl (Winner Best Emerging Writer Melbourne Fringe and Green Room Nomination), Dream Ho…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 06:40PM

People You Should Know . . . Leah Gabriel by Zack Calhoon

Leah Gabriel cofounded Joyseekers Theatre, previously appearing as Natasha in The Lower Depths. She is a member of Titan Theatre's resident acting company, recently seen as Roderigo in their…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 06:40PM

Actor Bear Bellinger: 'Here's How Inequality Works When You're Not Famous' by Michael Dale

The Chicago-based actor writes of inequities those in power would not be aware of if they've never experienced it.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:18PM

BWW TV: What Does It Take to Be in Cirque du Soleil? Find Out In Rehearsals for Broadway-Bound PARAMOUR! by Tv - Press Previews

Cirque du Soleil Theatrical will soon present Cirque du Soleil -PARAMOUR, the organization's first production created specifically for Broadway. PARAMOUR will begin previews on Saturday, Apr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:15PM

BWW Personality Quiz: Which Broadway Character Emulates Your Romantic State This Valentine's Day? by Louisa Brady

This week's quiz will use your preferences in some of Broadway's best love songs to determine which current Broadway character best emulates how your Valentine's Day will go this year. Get s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:15PM

TCG and the Lab at Georgetown Launch Global Theater Initiative by American Theatre Editors

TCG and the Lab team up to create a program to support global citizenship through performance.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:13PM

Saturday Night Fever by Arts Review

Considered one of the most loved dance stories of all time, StageArt brings to Chapel Off Chapel, a brand new production of Saturday Night Fever from 13 February 2016. The date is 1976 and …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 06:08PM

Nell Gwynn review – Gemma Arterton sparkles in chaotic comedy by Michael Billington

Apollo, LondonJessica Swale’s play about the orange-seller turned actor cannily mixes Carry On gags with an explicitly feminist messageIt is tricky to transfer a play from the noisily inte…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:07PM

Review: Estrella Cruz–the junkyard queen (Halcyon Theatre) by Scotty Zacher

Charise Castro Smith's Estrella Cruz balances parody admirably and, in doing so, presents a fun and unusual story about the underworld. Halcyon's production has a lot to offer, and its refre…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 06:07PM

'Cabin in the Sky' review: Strong acting brings lost play to life

New York City Center's Encores! series of semi-staged revivals is fulfilling the part of its mission that meticulously restores forgotten shows we don't need to see beyond its scheduled week…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 06:04PM

REVIEW: Nell Gwynn, Apollo Theatre ✭✭✭ by Emily Hardy

By Emily Hardy If you don’t mind it light, hammy and reminiscent of a drunk uncle, Nell Gwynn is fabulously entertaining. There’s a natty onstage band, snappy songs and even a lesson in …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:01PM

Review: An Act of God

Sean Hayes is heavenly in this brazenly blasphemous comedy.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ at StillPointe Theatre Initiative by Kay-Megan Washington

Over the past several years, StillPointe Theatre Initiative has emerged as “the little theater company that could.” They have become known for two things: staging ambitious works with ve…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:59PM

‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’: Making a Musical on a TV Schedule by American Theatre Editors

Each week the CW series serves up an hourlong musical comedy about its characters' tangled inner lives.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:58PM

Tony Yazbeck on What Matthew Morrison Left Behind & Why There's No Pink Bathtub Backstage at Finding Neverland by Broadway.com

Finding Neverland star Tony Yazbeck on crying audience members, tap-dancing on the record and his plush dressing room at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

Odds & Ends: Andrea Martin Lands Tina Fey Project, James Norton & Kate Fleetwood Set for Bug & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Andrea Martin's Tina Fey Project Two-time Tony winner Andrea Martin, who is currently appearing in Noises Off on Broadw…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

On the Couch with Lisa Roet by Arts Review

Who is Lisa Roet? Visual Artist. What would you do differently to what you do now? Not Much. I’m a fatalist. Who inspires you and why? Creatively Werner Hertzog documentaries. The fine lin…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:50PM

Mike Birbiglia’s hilarious ‘Thank God for Jokes’ is a must-see by Elisabeth Vincentelli

SEE IT The latest entry in the Encores! series of neglected musicals is “Cabin in the Sky,” which in 1940 boasted an all-black cast led by Ethel Waters. Modern, overly PC souls will inst…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:46PM

Spotlight On...Taylor Doherty by Michael Block

Name: Taylor DohertyHometown: Buffalo, NYEducation: Theatre Graduate studies at Bowling Green State and The University at Buffalo, Undergrad English studies at Hilbert College.Favorite Credi…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:36PM

Press pass: All the reviews and news on Matthew Perry’s The End of Longing by Terri Paddock

I wrote last night about my personal response (including misgivings) to Matthew Perry's playwriting debut, and return to the West End stage, in The End of Longing which I saw last week. And …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:36PM

Malefactions by Theasy.com

Malefactions Off Off Broadway, Chinatown Soup, Cradle Theatre Company Reviewed by Antonia Lassar BOTTOM LINE: A powerhouse ensemble wrestles with an introspective tangle of race, class, ge…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 05:34PM

'Barcelona': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Betty Gilpin ('Nurse Jackie') delivers a memorable turn opposite Carlos Leal in Bess Wohl's dramatic two-hander about an encounter between strangers in the Catalan capital. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:31PM

Breathing fresh life into a familiar story: director Jack O'Brien reimagines 'The Sound of Music' by Everett Evans

Of all the classic musicals that composer Richard Rodgers and lyricist Oscar Hammerstein created together, "The Sound of Music," their final collaboration, is the most familiar. Stage reviv…

SOURCE: Houston Chronicle Subscription at 05:23PM

Stars of Vaudeville #951: William Faversham by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of one of the last of great actor/managers William Faversham (1868-1940). I was tempted to include him in our Hall of Hams, but though Faversham was a great dramatic ac…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 05:21PM

The set's the thing: how the stage helped The Secret River come alive by Miriam Cosic

Set designer Stephen Curtis says the best of his work supports the actors and solves problems, but warns in a new essay on his work that it’s also easy to be glib and rely on old tricks ra…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:01PM

'The End of Longing': Theater Review by Leslie Felperin

Matthew Perry wrote and stars in this comedy-drama, world-premiering in London's West End, about four people struggling with love and addiction.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:00PM

Photo Flash: Broadway Valentines: No Matter What You Want to Say, You Can Say It With Lyrics

Whether it's "Shall we dance?" or "I'm 2 hot 4 U."

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Exclusive: BroadwayWorld Will Air New Episodes of BROADWAY'S BACKBONE Podcast! by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is excited to announce that we'll be bringing you new episodes of Broadway's Backbone- a podcast dedicated to the men and woman of the ensemble the chorus of dancers, singers, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:59PM

VIDEO: PIPPIN, Kelli O'Hara, Matthew Broderick, and More Extras You Missed on Facebook This Week! by Sally Henry

Now that the week has come to an end, it's your turn to take a leaf out of Thomas Jefferson's book and say, 'So what'd I miss'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:59PM

Brian d'Arcy James, Laura Dern and Hope Davis Board J.D. Salinger Movie REBEL IN THE RYE by TV News Desk

SOMETHING ROTTEN and SPOTLIGHT star Brian d'Arcy James is among the latest to join Danny Strong's upcoming J.D. Salinger film REBEL IN THE RYE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:59PM

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Illustrates - The Cast of Encores! CABIN IN THE SKY by Ken Fallin

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Below, check out his latest …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:59PM

Stage and Screen Vet Andrea Martin Signs on for NBC Comedy Pilot by TV News Desk

NOISES OFF star Andrea Martin is headed back to the small screen Deadline writes that she will star opposite Kimrie Lewis-Davis in a new NBC comedy written by Tracey Wigfield 30 ROCK, THE MI…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:59PM

Share Your Most Beautiful Day with TUCK EVERLASTING! by BroadwayWorld

Have you ever had a day so beautiful you wish it could last forever Inspired by the moving number sung by Carolee Carmello's character, Mae Tuck-and to celebrate the show's themes-TUCK EVERL…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:59PM

Broadway.com Culturalist Challenge! Which Broadway Stars Would You Like to Have By Your Side in a Disaster? by Broadway.com

The Broadway.com staff is crazy for Culturalist, the website that lets you choose and create your own top 10 lists. Every week, we’re challenging you with a new Broadway-themed to…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:58PM

STAGE TUBE: Randi Zuckerberg and Eric Kuhn Channel GREASE for #MakingMondays by Stage Tube

What happens whentheatre amp tech merge at Jordan Roth's Making Mondays Below, Randi Zuckerberg and Eric Kuhn join forces for'Summer Lovin' 2.0'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:51PM

Actor Prince Amponsah on returning to the stage after a tragic accident by Brad Wheeler

After having his arms amputated, Prince Amponsah returned to the stage last summer. This week he stars in Contempt, a new play about romantic love for the physically disabled

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 04:46PM

Submissions being accepted for Chicago Women's Funny Festival by Morgan Greene

Are you a funny woman in Chicago looking to showcase your comedy chops? Submissions are now being accepted for the 5th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, Stage 773 announced Friday. Th…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:40PM

My Disability Challenges a Major Theatre Aesthetic by HowlRound

By Ricky Young-Howze. Ricky Young-Howze challenges theatre companies to rethink the conventional aesthetic of silent audiences and find creative ways to accommodate audience members with inv…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:37PM

Energetic dance, live from New York and Toronto: review by Michael Crabb

Toronto Dance Theatre’s New York/Toronto Project gives Euro-dance a run for its money.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 04:35PM

Betroffenheit and The Audacity of Hoop: What to do in T.O. this weekend by Brad Wheeler

Brad Wheeler breaks down five things to do around Toronto this week

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 04:35PM

John Lloyd Young Caf Carlyle Soundcheck Features Classic Ballads “Unchained Melody” and “Stardust”

John Lloyd Young returned to Café Carlyle with Yours Truly, his first engagement in NYC since starring in Clint Eastwood’s "Jersey Boys" film. In soundcheck, Young and band ran …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:30PM

CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG – Touring by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

This cast launching the tour has had some changes since leaving the Yorkshire Playhouse where the show was resident over Christmas. I believe they have had just three performances together a…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:22PM

The Crucible Returns and We’re Still Pointing Fingers by HowlRound

By Billy McEntee. Billy McEntee traces the social history connected to Arthur Miller’s The Crucible , which premiered on Broadway in 1953 during the height of McCarthyism.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:20PM

Rebecca Luker, Alysha Umphress and More Took Part in Reading of New Musical Afterland by Ruthie Fierberg

Director Mark Brokaw recently led Broadway notables in a reading of Afterland, a new musical in development.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:15PM

Good to Go Women’s Songwriter Showcase with Amanda Green by Sandi Durell

  The Good to Go Songwriter’s Showcase, a concert celebrating new works-in-process created or co-created by women writers from around the country, will be hosted by Amanda Green,w…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:09PM

In Case You Missed It: Be Still Our “Frozen Hearts,” Disney Announces Its New Musical Premiere by Robert Simonson

This week, Disney announced the coming of its snow queen to Broadway, Harper Lee and Aaron Sorkin join forces for Mockingbird on Broadway, Prodigal Son pr…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:00PM

Review: Cabaret/Broadway In Chicago and Roundabout Theatre Company by Kevin Greene

RECOMMENDED “Welcome to Berlin,” say several cast members to the young American writer arriving from Paris in search of his novel. The time is 1929 and Berlin is in the waning age of the…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 04:00PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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FLASH FRIDAY: Ninety-Two Years Ago Today, Gershwin's RHAPSODY IN BLUE Premieres by Michael Dale

Gershwin's orchestrial jazz creation remains a quintessential piece of American music.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:51PM

Shirley Jones Comes to the Texan for DANCING WITH THE MOVIES by BroadwayWorld

It's the world premiere of the new Dance stage sensation,DANCING WITH THE MOVIES. Hollywood's biggest musical moments recreated and reinvented with a new, exciting twist. The world premiere …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:51PM

Doreen Montalvo and Cast of ON YOUR FEET! to Perform for Charity This March by BroadwayWorld

Joseph Macchia, producer of the award-winning fundraising series, Cabaret Cares, has announced the next event for Help Is On The Way Today - and the talent lineup is amazing

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:51PM

Prodigal Son by Doug Marino

 In likely his most personal work, John Patrick Shanley bring us his own coming of age story in a touching, moving story of his years in attendance at a small private school in New Hamp…

SOURCE: Act Three - The Reviews at 03:51PM

From the Old Fashioned Couple to the Sexy Couple, What You & Bae Should See This Valentine's Day

Last minute Valentine's Day ideas for all kinds of couples.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:31PM

Battling Cancer, Ken Watanabe Delays King And I Return by Chris Luner

While “The Show Must Go On” is one of the most iconic phrases in the theatre world, sometimes the show is slightly delayed. Broadway has seen stars depart productions, cancel ap…

SOURCE: lunerontheatre.com at 03:12PM

West End Transfer Of Motown Kicks Off Run By Extending by Chris Luner

Berry Gordy continues to prove there is truly “No Town Like Motown”. Beginning as a powerhouse label decades ago in America, Motown has worked its way not only onto the charts, …

SOURCE: lunerontheatre.com at 03:12PM

Betty, Please #4: Funny Valentine by Kiff Scholl

Betty, Please. LA theatre, drawn and quartered. #4: FUNNY VALENTINE Please email compliments, complaints and ideas for new cartoons to [email protected].

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 03:12PM

Filichia on Friday: ‘There’s a Little CABIN at Encores!’ by Peter Filichia

It’s an honor to bring Peter Filichia’s column every week on Kritzerland called ‘Filichia on Friday’ to our readers on DCMetroTheaterArts. This Week: There’s a …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:06PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Behind Broadway’s 'Kinky Boots' is a world of clockwork precision by Brad Wheeler

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SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 02:58PM

Frozen isn’t letting it go anytime soon, with a Broadway adaptation announced for Spring 2018 by Michael Paulson, The New York Times

With a sequel in the works and a baby boom in 'Elsa' names, Frozen is not going away anytime soon (sorry, parents)

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 02:57PM

Riverside Theatre Casts Its Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike by Andrew Gans

Florida's Riverside Theatre will present Christopher Durang’s Tony Award-winning comedy Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike Feb. 16-28 on the Waxlax Stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:49PM

Coney Island USA Spring Gala is in 5 Weeks! by Trav S.D.

Filed under: Amusement Parks, Brooklyn, Coney Island, Dime Museum and Side Show, PLUGS, SOCIAL EVENTS Tagged: 2016 Spring Gala, Coney Island USA, Fred Kahl

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 02:37PM

DVR Alert - Cast of Broadway's DISASTER to Perform on NBC's 'Today' by TV News Desk

NBC has announced that the cast of Broadway's DISASTER will perform on 'Today' onFriday, February 26th during the 10 - 11 am hour of the morning show. Be sure to set your DVR's. BWW will bri…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:29PM

Stage 773 now accepting submissions for 5th Annual Chicago Women’s Funny Festival by Michael J. Roberts

Stage 773 Director of Operations Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are happy to announce that they are now accepting applications for the 5th Annual Chicago Women’s Funny Festiva…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:29PM

TimeLine Theatre Announces Expansion of Core Artistic Team and More by Michael J. Roberts

TimeLine Theatre Company announces that Chicago artists Behzad Dabu and Ron OJ Parson have been named Company Members at the theater, effective immediately. Additionally, the theater is wel…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:29PM

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF NELSON ILLUSIONS at Raue Center Feb. 27 by Michael J. Roberts

Experience 90 minutes of the best magical entertainment around when Nelson Illusions visits Raue Center For The Arts at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on February 27, 2016! Nelson Illusions is the larges…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:29PM

TCG and Georgetown's the Lab Launch Global Theater Initiative by BroadwayWorld

Theatre Communications Group TCG, the national organization for theatre, and the Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics the Lab, based in Washington, DC at Georgetown University, are…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:28PM

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: February 6-12 by Nora Dominick

Freaking out over Sutton Foster coming to Gilmore Girls Trying hard to win the onlineHam4Ham Didn't have time to check in on your favorite Broadway stars Well don't worry BroadwayWorld has r…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:28PM

Julie Halston, Claybourne Elder & More Set for Next Week at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Next week, FEINSTEIN'S54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. Scroll down for details

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:28PM

VIDEO: First Look - Bartlett Sher Directs Verdi's 'Otello' on PBS' GREAT PERFORMANCES, 2/21 by TV News Desk

Verdi's late masterpiece based on Shakespeare's tragic drama of jealousy and deceit, OTELLO, airs on THIRTEEN'S Great Performances at the Met Sunday, February 21 at 12 p.m. on PBS. Check loc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:28PM

'Thank You for Coming' at the MCA: You'll be asked, politely, to join in by Laura Molzahn

First my coat and purse were taken. Then the boots had to come off. Finally, I was asked not to haul my pad of paper and pen around but instead to have the true "immersive experience." No no…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:19PM

Stepping into contemporary dancer Crystal Pite’s choreographed life by Marsha Lederman

Crystal Pite has been wowing the international dance world for years, but lately with her five-year-old son in tow

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 02:18PM

Submissions being accepted for Chicago Women's Funny Festival by Morgan Greene

Are you a funny woman in Chicago looking to showcase your comedy chops? Submissions are now being accepted for the 5th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, Stage 773 announced Friday. The …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:12PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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‘The Night Manager’ Trailer: John Le Carré Spy Thriller With Hugh Laurie, Tom Hiddleston & Olivia Colman by Jeremy Gerard

Here’s the first trailer for The Night Manager, a six-part mini-series produced alongside BBC One and The Ink Factory and having its premiere on April 19 at 10 PM ET/PT. An update of J…

SOURCE: Deadline at 01:38PM

Motel Citizen: Backstage at Fiddler on The Roof with Adam Kantor, Ep 2: Cast Recording Day! by Broadway.com

Adam Kantor takes us behind the scenes of the Broadway cast recording of Fiddler on The Roof, cuts loose with his castmates and answers your Twitter questions.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:33PM

First Nighter: Frank Basloe's Please Continue a Top-Drawer Examination of the Primacy of Order-Giving, Guilt and Little Remorse by David Finkle

In the early 1960s, social psychologist Stanley Milgram conducted a series of preliminary experiments with Yale undergraduates prior to a more elaborate version, the results of which are now…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 01:32PM

Cast Set and Rehearsal Underway for “Women Laughing Alone With Salad” at Kirk Douglas Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

The cast is set and rehearsals are underway for the West Coast premiere of Sheila Callaghan’s madcap new play “Women Laughing Alone With Salad,” opening March 13, 2016, at the Center T…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 01:32PM

Something Rotten! Offers Valentines to Hamilton, Fun Home and More by Andrew Gans

The Tony-nominated new musical Something Rotten!, which continues at the St. James Theatre, is getting into the spirit of Valentine's Day.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:27PM

Photo Flash: FUN HOME Has Got You Covered This Valentines Day by BroadwayWorld

Still need a special something for your Broadway-loving Valentine Not to worry- FUN HOME has got you covered. Below, check out some adorable graphics crafted by the team of the reigning Best…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:22PM

UPDATE: Barry Manilow Is Out of Surgery & Doing Well; Grammy Appearance Remains Uncertain by TV News Desk

It was announced on Barry Manilow's official Facebook that the Grammy winningsinger was rushed from Memphis, where he was scheduled to perform, to a Los Angeles hospital on Thursday due to c…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:17PM

Photo Coverage: Inside THE COLOR PURPLE's Cast Album Listening Party! by Walter McBride

THE COLOR PURPLE recently recorded its official cast album, which will be released by Broadway Records on February 19 and can be pre-ordered atAmazon.comand atwww.BroadwayRecords.com. Direct…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16PM

Original Star Mitchell Jarvis to Lead ROCK OF AGES in Las Vegas This Spring by BroadwayWorld

Original rocker Mitchell Jarvis is returning to ROCK OF AGES in Las Vegas this spring.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16PM

SOMETHING ROTTEN! Expresses Love For Their Fellow Broadway Musicals With Personalized Valentines by Michael Dale

No Shakespeare sonnets in these distinctively rotten valentines.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16PM

Playwright Christopher Shinn Will Discuss & Sign His Work at The Drama Book Shop Next Week by BroadwayWorld

The Tony Award-winning Drama Book Shop will welcome playwright Christopher Shinn to the legendary store for a discussion and signing of his work on Friday, February 19th at 500pm.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16PM

Frost/Nixon Is Resonating Life-And-Death Boxing Match by Bill Hirschman

The strength of the acclaimed 2006 play Froist/Nixon is that no one is depicted in pure white hats or black hats. That facet is brought out in the Maltz’s production better than in any ea…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 01:15PM

Casting announced for 'Dreamgirls' at Porchlight by Morgan Greene

Porchlight Music Theatre has announced casting for "Dreamgirls," the Henry Krieger musical about a '60s female singing group and the cost of their growing fame. Donica Lynn will star as Eff…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 01:15PM

Review: A butler's memories in 'Looking Over the President's Shoulder' by Kerry Reid

If British playwright Joe Orton hadn't already used it, "What the Butler Saw" would be a highly apropos title for James Still's 2001 solo play. Instead, he went with "Looking Over the Presid…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 01:12PM

People You Should Know . . . Giacomo Baessato by Zack Calhoon

GIACOMO BAESSATO is a graduate of Circle in the Square Theatre School.  Over the years, Giacomo has accumulated numerous Film and TV credits, most recently The X Files (FOX),O…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 01:10PM

Review: The Music and the Mylar by Michael Block

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the acclaimed musical, the Secret Theatre's production of A Chorus Line reminds us why we love this musical. Between the music from Marvin Hamlisch and Ed…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:10PM

Yale Museums Making Thousands Of Artwork Images Available For Free Downloading by Susan Dunne

Often when people visit museums, they leave wishing they could see a certain piece of art every day. Yale University's art museums are making that easier. Want Van Gogh's "The Night Cafe," o…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 01:07PM

Review: A Number, Lakeside Theatre by Olivia Corbin-Phillip

Caryl Churchill tests the boundaries of playing God in a world obsessed with modification and experimentation. A father’s battle to keep a memory alive turns into a life-changing mistake c…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:04PM

Blogs: Cressida Brown: It was a shock that our show became prime time news

The director explains how she came to creating a piece about the Beaumont estate in London, and why she's revisiting the project ten years later

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:04PM

Review: Interrogation/The Artistic Home by Kevin Greene

RECOMMENDED The ghosts in the Ohio River and the Blue Rose Strangler are omnipresent fears, if only in the imagination of the town of Rising Sun, Indiana. The Harper family, on the other han…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 01:00PM

Theater News: Amanda Green to Host Good to Go Songwriter's Showcase

The concert event will feature new works by women writers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Will & Grace's Sean Hayes Opens An Act of God

Jane Lynch, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and more came to bask in his glory.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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CAP UCLA Presents Anoushka Shankar at Royce Hall April 13 by Michael J. Roberts

Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA is proud to present sitar player and composer Anoushka Shankar at Royce Hall. Anoushka, daughter of the late Ravi Shankar, appears with supporting m…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 12:58PM

Preview: Spontaneous Combustion/Chris Aiken and Angie Hauser by Sharon Hoyer

RECOMMENDED A longstanding collaborator of the renowned Bebe Miller Company (whose namesake performed in Chicago recently as part of the lauded aMID Festival), Hauser teams up here with Smit…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 12:58PM

Sean Hayes, Allison Janney, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and More Celebrate An Act of God in L.A. by Monica Simoes

Allison Janney, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jane Lynch and more celebrate the opening of David Javerbaum's An Act of God in Los Angeles Feb. 10 starring another Emmy winner: …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:57PM

Dancing With The Stars’ MAKS & VAL LIVE ON TOUR: OUR WAY Coming to the Dr. Phillips Center this June by Michael J. Roberts

Maks & Val Live on Tour: Our Way is the thrilling all-new smash hit dance tour of the summer. Maksim and Valentin Chmerkovskiy, the hottest stars of ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Sta…

SOURCE: www.showbiznoflo.com at 12:54PM

International series brings essence of New York to Toronto Dance Theatre by Martha Schabas

The New York/Toronto Project features works of New York-based choreographers Joanna Kotze and Jeanine Durning

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 12:54PM

25 Years After 'Shock Treatment,' Karen Finley Celebrates With Twain House Reading by Christopher Arnott

"I've been privileged in my career," says Karen Finley, "that I can get attention." To those who remember the furor over the National Endowment for the Arts grant given to Finley in 1990, th…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:51PM

TAO: Seventeen Samurai at the McCallum March 9 by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre presents TAO: SEVENTEEN SAMURAI on Wednesday, March 9, at 7:00pm. In this new production for North America, athletic bodies and contemporary costumes meet explosive Taik…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 12:46PM

Your own personal demon: Maria Aberg on her Doctor Faustus double act by Interview By Chris Wiegand

In her RSC version of Marlowe’s satanic drama, Maria Aberg bins the jokes, channels Tom Waits and makes the leads strike matches to see who plays whoIn your version of Christopher Marlowe�…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:34PM

Sea Side Story: Laura Dockrill's salty Romeo and Juliet - video by Guardian Staff

Star Cross’d is the second in the British Council’s series of films for Shakespeare Lives 2016, a global programme celebrating William Shakespeare on the 400th anniversary of his death. …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:34PM

‘Talking Saul’ To Follow ‘Better Call Saul’s Premiere And Season Finale On AMC by Denise Petski

AMC has had success with its Talking Dead aftershow for its blockbuster The Walking Dead, and now it’s hoping for the same with Breaking Bad prequel Better Call Saul. The network said…

SOURCE: Deadline at 12:25PM

Randy Rainbow Bids Farewell to GOP Candidate with Grease Parody (Video) by Robert Viagas

New York blogger Randy Rainbow has turned his satirical sights on Republican presidential candidate Carly Fiorina, who dropped out of the race after a poor showing in the Feb. 8 New Hampshir…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:23PM

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre announces lineup for 2016-17 season by Sara Bauknecht / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre still is in the thick of its 2015-16 season, but the next one is already shaping up to be a good one.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:17PM

Silvestri, Higgins & Cohen's New Musical THE COUNTESS OF STORYVILLE to Premiere at University of Alabama by BroadwayWorld

The University of Alabama Theatre amp Dance just announced that --in association with Tony Award-winning producer Margot Astrachan --it will present the world premiere of the new Broadway-bo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:16PM

BWW Review: LaChanze Heavenly in Encores!'s Terrific CABIN IN THE SKY by Michael Dale

The 1940 musical will most likely never be fully revived, but the Encores concert mounting features a wonderful cast and sweet Vernon Duke music.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

Photo Coverage: Second Stage Celebrates Opening Night of SMART PEOPLE by Walter McBride

Second StageTheatre presentsLydia R. Diamond's play,Smart People, which openedlastnight, February 11, 2016, atSecond StageTheatre'sTony KiserTheatre 305 West 43rd street. BroadwayWorld bring…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

Christian Borle, Celia Keenan-Bolger and More to Join Greg Hildreth in SECOND FIDDLE at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Greg Hildreth in 'Second Fiddle' on Monday, April 4th at 7PM.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Harry Melling, Janie Dee and More in West End's HAND TO GOD by BroadwayWorld

After its phenomenal run on and off Broadway, the critically acclaimed five times Tony Award nominated play HAND TO GOD including Best New Play and Best Director is currently in previews inL…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

STAGE TUBE: Stephen King Shares His Thoughts on MISERY on Broadway by Nora Dominick

Have you ever wanted to know what Stephen King thinks about his own novel MISERY coming to Broadway starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf Well, you don't need to dream any longer Check ou…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

STAGE TUBE: Randy Rainbow Sends Carly Fiorina a GREASE-worthy Farewell by Stage Tube

Carly Fiorina has officially dropped out of the Presidential race, and BroadwayWorld's own Randy Rainbow has something to say about it- GREASE style. Check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

Broadway's BEAUTIFUL, Daughtry Head to the Races at Belmont Stakes by BroadwayWorld

The New York Racing Association announced today that multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated recording artist DAUGHTRY will headline the entertainment lineup for the 2016 Belmont Stakes Racing Fest…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

Review: ‘The Room,’ a Pinter Play That Won’t Be Onstage for Long by Laura Collins-Hughes

The Wooster Group’s production of Harold Pinter’s first play seems doomed not to be seen after Sunday.

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Olney swings for the fences with Moisés Kaufman’s jazzy ‘Carmen’ by Nelson Pressley

The Murderers’ Row of talent lined up for the new “Carmen: An Afro-Cuban Jazz Musical” makes it one of the most anticipated premieres of D.C.’s theater season. Moisés Kaufman (“Th…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:11PM

Amanda Green to Host GOOD TO GO SONGWRITER'S SHOWCASE This Spring by BroadwayWorld

Prospect Theater Company,in partnership with The Good to Go Festival, continues its 201516 IGNITE Series at The TimesCenter 242 W 41st Street, with the GOOD TO GO SONGWRITER'S SHOWCASE, a co…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:10PM

'Thank You for Coming' at the MCA: You'll be asked, politely, to join in by Laura Molzahn

First my coat and purse were taken. Then the boots had to come off. Finally, I was asked not to haul my pad of paper and pen around but instead to have the true "immersive experience." No no…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:09PM

DRESS REHEARSAL – OSO Arts Centre by Laura Kressly

With two shows a day, six days a week for a month and a half, I could keenly feel the anguish of opera troupe The Overtones’ pub booking in AJ Evans’ Dress Rehearsal, even though those d…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:07PM

How Jason Craig and Jessica Jelliffe Juggle Family and Theatre by American Theatre Editors

The couple behind Banana Bag & Bodice inadvertently formed a theatre company together 17 years ago. And they're still going strong.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:07PM

Julia Murney & More to Celebrate Sir Peter Shaffer at Symphony Space This Spring by BroadwayWorld

Julia Murney Wicked, The Wild Party joins Valorie Curry The Following, Twilight, American Pastoral, Sam Underwood Dexter, Homeland, The Following and Fundamental Theater Project in celebrati…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

Photo Flash: First Look at LaChanze, Norm Lewis, and the Starry Cast of Cabin in the Sky

The concert production at City Center is the first offering of the Encores! 2016 season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Joshua Jackson and More Celebrate Opening of Smart People

Kenny Leon directs Lydia R. Diamond's new play at Second Stage Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Look Inside Her Requiem at Lincoln Center

Tony nominees Mare Winningham and Peter Friedman star in Greg Pierce's new drama.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Quizzes: Quiz: Which Broadway Character Couple Are You and Your Significant Other?

Celebrate Valentine's Day by finding out which Broadway couple you most resemble.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Stars Take You Back to Epic 1963-64 Season in “The Great Parade” by Robert Viagas

Performer and interviewer Richard Skipper will host theatre columnist and author Peter Filichia Feb. 13 at the American Popular Song Society in Manhattan. They will discuss Filichia's bo…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:58AM

NEWS: £12,000 prize fund given to develop new musical at Perfect Pitch Awards by Teresa Alexander

A prize fund of £12,000 has been given out to develop a new musical. Perfect Pitch and Theatre Royal Stratford East (TRSE) announced the winners of the 2015/16 Perfect Pitch Award Musical T…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 11:57AM

Aisle View: 'Honey in the Honeycomb' by Steven Suskin

Michael Potts and LaChanze in the Encores! presentation of Cabin in the Sky. Photo: Joan Marcus There's "honey in...

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 11:56AM

‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ To Come to Broadway in 2017-18 by Dei Lewison

To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee’s 1960 novel of a young girl growing up in the segregationist South, will open on Broadway in a new stage adaptation by Aaron Sorkin (The West Wing). …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:54AM

Front and Center This Month by American Theatre Editors

Fairy tales, history both documented and reimagined, and works in translation are recurring themes this month.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:53AM

“Push Da Button”  The Color Purple Cast Gather for Their Cast Album Release by Ruthie Fierberg

Critics are calling it a landmark production, and it's about to hit the airwaves next. Here's what happened at the cast's celebratory launch and listening party.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM

Theatre News: Kerry Ellis and Bonnie Langford announce solo concerts

The Hippodrome Casino in Leicester Square will play host to the two West End stars

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:43AM

Photos: The week in pictures: 5-12 Feb

Gemma Chan, John Partridge and Kerry Ellis make this week's picks

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:43AM

Talley’s Folly from Peter’s Alley (review) by Jeffrey Walker

Some plays are like symphonies or pops concerts, with many players, working in sync to tell a grand story. Others are like chamber music, smaller affairs where the ensemble has to be even mo…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:43AM

Friday Playlist: Celebrate Black History Month on Broadway with Five Hours of Showtunes

80 showstopping songs spanning the history of black performers on Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:37AM

Girl Power: ‘Eclipsed’ Launches 10,000 Girls Campaign by John Vermeer

The cast of Danai Gurira's Eclipsed featuring Lupita Nyong'o meets the press.

SOURCE: Broadway Style Guide at 11:35AM

Doctor Faustus review – devilish ritual and punk cabaret at the RSC by Michael Billington

The Swan, Stratford-upon-AvonOliver Ryan and Sandy Grierson share the roles of the doctor and the demon in Maria Aberg’s darkly inventive, richly psychological productionIt is fascinating …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:27AM

Casting announced for 'Dreamgirls' at Porchlight by Morgan Greene

Porchlight Music Theatre has announced casting for "Dreamgirls," the Henry Krieger musical about a '60s female singing group and the cost of their growing fame. Donica Lynn will star as Effi…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:15AM

'Strictly Ballroom the Musical' Waltzing Into UK for Christmas by Ashley Lee

Baz Luhrmann's musical adaptation of the 1992 cult film will make its UK debut with a new director and adapted book.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:14AM

Adults Only by Ryan Mikita

Directed by Alex Correia, the seven different plays presented each serve a purpose. "The Heart Attack," which opens the show, is solemn yet silly. Taking place in a hospital, Nate Rollins is…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:11AM

It’s O.K. With Ralph Macchio if You Call Him the Karate Kid by Erik Piepenburg

Now 54, the ’80s teen heartthrob returns to the New York stage in a play about growing up Italian-American.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:03AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 2/12/16- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN by Stage Tube

Today in 1946, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 1147 performances. Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a boo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM

Theater News: Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo, Danielle Brooks Celebrate New Color Purple Cast Album

John Doyle's acclaimed production has been immortalized on disc.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Broadway Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 2/12/2016 by BroadwayWorld

Broadway Rush, Lottery amp Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 2122016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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BWW Exclusive: What's the Most Romantic Broadway Love Song Ever? 1000+ Stars Tell Us! by BroadwayWorld

From Neil Patrick Harristo Bernadette Petersto Kelli O'Harato Kristin Chenoweth to Jason Robert Brown to Barbra Streisand to Chita Riverato Nick Jonas, Raul Esparza, Alan Menken, Lena Hall, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:55AM

James Dean Part 2 by Barry

James Dean: Remembering the Screen Legend On What Would Be His 85th Birthday           == Part Two ==     By: Ellis Nassour “Acting is the most lo…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:55AM

Matthew Perry, Lindsay Lohan, Jennifer Mudge and More Celebrate Opening Night of Perry’s The End of by Monica Simoes

Lindsay Lohan was among the guests who joined in the celebration at the Feb. 11 opening performance of London's The End of Longing. Matthew Perry of "Friends" fame wrote and s…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Sojourner: A Different View of the American Dream by Nicole "blackberri" Johnson

Sojourners by playwright Mfoniso Udofia  captures the story of a Nigerian family who has come to America. Their goal is to get their college degrees, have a baby and return to Nigeria. But …

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 10:54AM

The Hollywood Honeymoon Tonight by Trav S.D.

Filed under: Burlesk, Indie Theatre, PLUGS Tagged: Hollywood Honeymoon, Le Poisson Rouge, The Love Show

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:50AM

Review: The End of Longing, Playhouse Theatre by Tal Fox

The End of Longing is so much more than play for Friends fans to go and gush over Matthew Perry. In fact this brilliantly written and oh-so-witty play makes you wonder how Perry’s skil…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 10:50AM

Interview with Laura Benanti by Ted Sod

Education dramaturg spoke with actress Laura Benanti about her career and her role as Amalia in She Loves Me.   TED SOD: Tell us about yourself: Where were you born and educated? When a…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 10:44AM

Love Lines 2016 – original Valentine’s Day cards for theatre lovers by Lorraine Treanor

Thanks to everyone who suggested lines for this year’s series of Valentine’s Day cards, all of which were spoken (or sung) on stages in the Washington area this year. We hope yo…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:40AM

Misty Copeland Transforms Into Degas Dancer in Stunning New Photos by Adam Hetrick

Ballerina and Broadway star Misty Copeland, who appeared in the recent revival of On the Town, steps into the world of Edgar Degas in a series of portraits for Harper's Bazaar.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37AM

Review: The End of Longing at curtainup.com-London by Lizzie Loveridge

Matthew Perry's first play about the Friends generation ten years on .

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 10:35AM

Review:Smart People at curtainup.com by Elyse Sommer

- Lydia R. Diamond's conversation about prejudice is stylishly staged and timely but not quite as smart a satire as it wants to be

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CABIN IN THE SKY - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

It's here at last: The ultimate battle between Heaven and Hell.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 10:35AM

Best Bets: Cupid's Undie Run, Jason Isbell, Dennis DeYoung and more

There's plenty to do this weekend and next week around St. Louis.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 10:34AM

Review: ‘Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles’ at The Merriam Theater in Philadelphia by Deb Miller

From the British Invasion to the Psychedelic Sixties, the Fab Four from Liverpool defined the music and lifestyle of the watershed decade of our post-modern era. Rain: A Tribute to the Beatl…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:31AM

From the Artistic Director about She Loves Me by Todd Haimes

On February 19, She Loves Me, the gloriously romantic musical comedy from librettist Joe Masteroff, composer Jerry Bock, and lyricist Sheldon Harnick being directed by Scott Ellis starts pre…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 10:28AM

Theatre News: National Theatre to host Valentine's fundraiser for UN Refugee Agency

Moving Stories will be held at the Lyttelton Theatre on Valentine's Day

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:27AM

The 10 best things to do this week by The Guide

Judd Apatow’s Love hits Netflix, Fiennes and Swinton make A Bigger Splash, and artists strike a pose at the Tate Modern; here are this week’s cultural highlights ON DEMANDLove Continue r…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:21AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Bette Midler Revisits Fiddler and Her "Sunrise Sunset" Will Give You Chills

It's the YouTube clip we're living for today!

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:15AM

Revival of Show Boat Will Make Believe in London's West End by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Can’t help lovin’ this musical! Daniel Evans’ acclaimed revival of Show Boat will transfer from Sheffield to the West End this spring. The production is scheduled to begin …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:10AM

Must Hear! Hamilton’s Leslie Odom Jr. Drops a Soulful New Single by Robert Viagas

Hamilton's Leslie Odom, Jr., a recording artist on his own before achieving stage stardom playing Aaron Burr in Hamilton, has released a soulful new single, "Good For You" on …

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:10AM

They’re Here! Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo and Co. Celebrate New Color Purple Album With Exclusive by Matthew Blank, Monica Simoes

Take a look at Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo, Danielle Brooks and the cast The Color Purple revival celebrating the release of their new cast album. Everyone came together for a special lis…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:05AM

Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo and Co. Celebrate New Color Purple Album With Exclusive Listening Par by Matthew Blank, Monica Simoes

Take a look at Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo, Danielle Brooks and the cast The Color Purple revival celebrating the release of their new cast album. Everyone came together for a special lis…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:04AM

There’s a Little CABIN at Encores! by Peter Filichia

How nice that Encores! reminds us of its original mission with its current reading-slash-production of CABIN IN THE SKY.

SOURCE: Kritzerland at 10:04AM

Proof "The 100" Gives Zero Fucks

Blood must have blood. Like, a lot of it. MAJOR SPOILERS for the entire series, including the Feb. 11 episode. Jasper got a spear through the chest. "Pilot" (Season …

SOURCE: BuzzFeed at 10:04AM

Oxford’s savage upper-crust boys wreak havoc in ‘Posh’ by Hedy Weiss

The clash of social classes has served as the high-octane fuel for countless British plays, from John Osborne's landmark 1956 work, "Look Back in Anger," to Laura Wade's scathing "Posh," fir…

SOURCE: chicago.suntimes.com at 10:00AM

Review: The Shape of Things/Eclectic Full Contact Theatre by Kevin Greene

You have quite possibly already seen or heard of Neil LaBute’s “The Shape of Things,” a 2001 play that swiftly became the 2003 movie starring Rachel Weisz and Paul Rudd. Th…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 10:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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GRACE NOTES: Friday, February 12, 2016 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:49AM

China Doll Star Lands New Film Role by Andrew Gans

Al Pacino, recently seen on Broadway in David Mamet's China Doll, has landed a role in the new film "Where the White Man Runs Away," according to The Hollywood Reporter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:46AM

VIDEO: Kelsey Grammer Reveals He Lied About His Age to Work at Denny's by TV News Desk

Kelsey Grammer stopped by last night's LATE SHOW to talk about starring in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND, his favorite caviar for snacking, and why he likes Ben Carson.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:44AM

Official: STRICTLY BALLROOM to Cha Cha Into the UK for Christmas by BroadwayWorld

It's official The first UK staging of STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL - based on the much loved film that inspired the world to dance - is to premiere at West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds, on We…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:43AM

VIDEO: Fantasia & IDOL's La'Porsha Knock It Outta the Park with 'Summertime' Duet by TV News Desk

On last night's AMERICAN IDOL, contestant La'Porsha Renae poured her emotions into her duet Fantasia Barrino for a performance of the Ella Fitzgerald classic 'Summertime.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:43AM

Photo Coverage: The COLOR PURPLE Celebrates Release of Cast Album! by Walter McBride

THE COLOR PURPLE recently recorded its official cast album, whichwas released by Broadway Records last month and can be purchased at Amazon.com and atwww.BroadwayRecords.com.Directed by Tony…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:39AM

Review: The Life We Lived, Theatre N16 by Rob Ellis

There’s a great scene in the 2009 rom-com (500) Days of Summer where Joseph Gordon-Levitt goes to a party, hoping to reconcile with his ex-girlfriend. The encounter plays out in split scre…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 09:37AM

Fuse Film Review: “Southbound” — Going Nowhere by Gerald Peary

It’s Twilight Zone eerie, as we embark on an anthology film of connected horror stories all happening on the Lost Highway.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:37AM

VIDEO: First Look - Jessie Mueller in Adorable Trailer for WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL by BroadwayWorld

The highly anticipated new musical WAITRESS, opens Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Broadway's Brooks Atkinson Theatre 256 West 47th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue, with previews starti…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:32AM

Tony-Winning Copenhagen Star Will Be One of Seven Playing Mary Page Marlowe in Tracy Letts Drama by Andrew Gans

Tony winner Blair Brown has joined the cast of Steppenwolf Theatre Company's upcoming production of Tony winner Tracy Letts' Mary Page Marlowe, which will be presented March 31-…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:26AM

This week’s new theatre by Mark Cook & Lyn Gardner

Husbands & Sons | The War Of The Worlds | Hand To God | Betrayal | Chwalfa | HamletDH Lawrence’s early plays A Collier’s Friday Night, The Widowing Of Mrs Holroyd and The Daughter-In…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:22AM

Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch review – a swansong to make you swoon by Sanjoy Roy

Sadler’s Wells, LondonInstead of raging battles of the sexes, the men are gallant and the women dance for sheer pleasure in the choreographer’s final piece, Como el Musguito … There’…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:22AM

This week’s new dance by Judith Mackrell

Birmingham Royal Ballet: The Dream & A Month In The Country | Flamenco Festival LondonBirmingham Royal Ballet joins in 2016’s Shakespeare celebrations with seven Bard-inspired ballets …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:22AM

This week’s new live comedy by James Kettle

Richard Herring: Happy Now? | Lolly Adefope | Adam Hills: Clown HeartThe default position for a stand-up comedian is that of a surly complainer: from Billy Connolly to Josh Widdicombe, gripi…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:22AM

DRESS REHEARSAL – OSO Arts Centre by Johnny Fox

How charming is Barnes? And how posh – even the flats above Londis have chandeliers. Nothing but waves of goodness and gentility, then, as we find the OSO arts and performance space car…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:22AM

REVIEW: Road Show, Union Theatre ✭✭✭ by Matthew Lunn

By Matthew Lunn Stephen Sondheim is, without question, one of the greatest living lyricists, and his contributions to musical theatre will be revered for decades to come. Sadly, Road Show is…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:18AM

That’s What They Wrote and ‘That’swhatshesaid’ by American Theatre Editors

A performance piece used bits of copyrighted plays to critique the portrayal of women in contemporary theatre. Was it fair use or out of bounds?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:17AM

Samantha Bee Vs. The Guys On Late Night, Plus: The Coming Tony Awards Wars? – Gerard & Roth by Jeremy Gerard

EXCLUSIVE: Deadline's Jeremy Gerard and Jujamcyn Theatres majority owner and president Jordan Roth talk about the state of the industry (and whatever else might be on their minds), the onl…

SOURCE: Deadline at 09:14AM

New Version of Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom the Musical Will Bow in Britain by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Brits, are you ready to "Cha Cha Cha?!" After making its world premiere Down Under in 2014, Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom the Musical is heading to the U.K. Based on the m…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:10AM

5 Questions With Gabrielle McClinton by Bryan Buttler

The leading player of Pippin chats about Fosse, Philly, and touring the globe.

SOURCE: www.phillymag.com at 09:09AM

News briefs: Bill would transform Georgia’s music industry, local SXSW entry, Cook takes helm by ArtsATL Staff

Legislation introduced to transform Georgia’s music industry Legislation to offer tax breaks to music-related businesses was introduced this week by State Rep. Bert Reeves (R-Marietta).

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 09:00AM

WAKE UP with BWW 2/12/2016 - Duncan in Neverland, Broadway in Oz and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it This weekend's big news Sandy Duncan flies back to Neve…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00AM

In the Moment: The Hub Theatre’s Emerging Writers Festival by David Siegel

If we in the theater universe want to nurture new and emerging playwrights, I would think the earlier we are there for them, the more likely we can be helpful. Once again, The Hub Theatre is…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Users launch independent TheatreBoard after closure of WhatsOnStage forum by Press Releases

The UK now has a new independent online forum to discuss theatre – TheatreBoard. Following the recent decision by its American parent company to discontinue support for the discussion foru…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:51AM

Kiss Me, Kate Valentine by Lorraine Treanor

Show me more Love Lines The post Kiss Me, Kate Valentine appeared first on DC Theatre Scene.

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:49AM

Night Falls on the Blue Planet Valentine by Lorraine Treanor

The post Night Falls on the Blue Planet Valentine appeared first on DC Theatre Scene.

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:49AM

Ironbound Valentine by Lorraine Treanor

Show me more Love Lines The post Ironbound Valentine appeared first on DC Theatre Scene.

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:49AM

Wild Oats Valentine by Lorraine Treanor

Show me more Love Lines The post Wild Oats Valentine appeared first on DC Theatre Scene.

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:49AM

Shake Loose Valentine by Lorraine Treanor

The post Shake Loose Valentine appeared first on DC Theatre Scene.

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:49AM

You, or Whatever I Can Get Valentine by Lorraine Treanor

The post You, or Whatever I Can Get Valentine appeared first on DC Theatre Scene.

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:49AM

VIDEO: Broadway's Aaron Finley & SiriusXM Host Randi Zuckerberg Duet on GREASE's 'Summer Nights' by TV News Desk

Below, Randi Zuckerberg and Broadway actor Aaron Finley jam out on an amusing and oh-so-true parody song about online dating to the tune of 'Summer Nights' from Grease...just in time for Val…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:44AM

Barry Manilow Rushed to LA Hospital; Cancels Concert - Grammy Appearance Remains Uncertain by TV News Desk

It was announced on Barry Manilow's official Facebook that the Grammy winningsinger was rushed from Memphis, where he was scheduled to perform, to a Los Angeles hospital on Thursday due to c…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:44AM

Fuse Dance Review: Outreachers – CATALYSTS at the Dance Complex, Central Square by Arts Fuse Editor

Women still dominate the dance field as performers and choreographers.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:37AM

Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with JUDY COLLINS by Michael J. Roberts

Michael J. Roberts & Barbara Fitos interview music legend JUDY COLLINS and discuss her music, books and inspirations. Through the generosity of Jerry and Sarah Mathews, the McCallum The…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 08:21AM

Interviews: Samuel James on Screaming Lord Sutch

The actor plays the legendary anarchic figure in James Graham's new show which has just opened in Plymouth

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:21AM

REVIEW: The End Of Longing, Playhouse Theatre ✭✭✭ by Danny Coleman-Cooke

By Danny Coleman-Cooke The End of Longing Playhouse Theatre 3 Stars BOOK TICKETS Imagine an episode of Friends. Except they’re all now in their 30s and 40s, and are plagued by their addict…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:04AM

Tracy Letts’s Bug To Be Revived at West End’s Found111 with TV Star James Norton and Kate Fleetwood by Mark Shenton

Tracy Letts's play Bug is to revived at London's Found111, beginning performances March 24 prior to an official opening March 29, for a run through May 7. It will star James Norton, …

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:01AM

Meet the Cast of The Montgomery Playhouse’s ‘A Grand Night for Singing’: Part 4: Danny Santiago by Joel Markowitz

In Part 4 of a series of interviews with the cast of A Grand Night for Singing at Montgomery Playhouse, meet Danny Santiago. Joel: Please introduce yourself and tell us where we may have se…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Motown extends West End booking until Feb 2017, 200k new tickets released by Press Releases

Following last night’s first preview of the West End production of Motown the Musical, due to public demand, a further 200,000 tickets are released for sale taking bookings at the Shaftesb…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:50AM

Off-Broadway Star Joshua Jackson Stars in New Music Video by MENEW by BroadwayWorld

Award-Winning director Joshua Butler produced and directed the new music video for the Canadian band called MENEW's upcoming single 'Baby You're Like a Drug.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:44AM

BWW's On This Day - February 12, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on February 12 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:43AM

Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 2/12; NCT's GREASE, HAIRSPRAY in Sacramento, StudentsLive in China and More! by BroadwayWorld

What happened all around our Broadway World this week We're featuring the best storiesin Raleigh, Sacramento, China, and more. Check out our top 10 list, which includes NCT's GREASE, HAIRSPR…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:34AM

Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with JUDY COLLINS by Michael J. Roberts

Michael J. Roberts & Barbara Fitos interview music legend JUDY COLLINS and discuss her music, books and inspirations. Through the generosity of Jerry and Sarah Mathews, the McCallum The…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 07:34AM

Video: Exclusive: First listen to new musical Miss Atomic Bomb

The show, starring Catherine Tate, Simon Lipkin and Dean John-Wilson, opens at the St James Theatre in March

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:16AM

Features: What's in my dressing room? - Matt Henry

The Kinky Boots star takes us backstage to find out which items he couldn't live without

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:16AM

Review: Doctor Faustus (Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon)

The RSC's new production runs until August

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:16AM

Theatre News: Motown the Musical announces West End extension

The production is now booking until 18 February 2017

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:16AM

Theatre News: Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom the Musical to open at West Yorkshire Playhouse

Drew McOnie will direct and choreograph the new production

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:16AM

Strictly Ballroom—the Musical Headed to U.K. Stage, Premiering in Leeds in November by Mark Shenton

Strictly Ballroom—the Musical, a stage version of the 1992 Australian film of the same title by Baz Luhrmann, is heading to the U.K. stage, to premiere at West Yorkshire Playhouse …

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:09AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Director's Cut: The Crucible by Digital Theatre

Freelance theatre director Becky Hope explores human relationships, as well as themes of lust and revenge in Yael Farber’s adaptation of The Crucible. Find out more at http://digitaltheatr…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:57AM

Stageflix: 4 Musical Theatre Documentaries for Every Broadway Enthusiast by Taryn Crankshaw

While pursuing my undergraduate career, I was fortunate enough to have found a program that combined my two greatest passions, theatre and film, into one harmonious degree. I graduated with …

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 06:54AM

Exit Lines: Breaking Away by Robert Cashill

Reviewing recent revivals.

SOURCE: Popdose at 06:31AM

Strictly Ballroom waltzes to UK as Baz Luhrmann puts stage musical up for adoption

Baz Luhrmann has contracted hot British choreographer Drew McOnie to direct his 'baby' - the stage musical version of Strictly Ballroom - in Britain and give it a fresh perspective.

SOURCE: Daily Mail at 06:31AM

Sean Hayes plays the Creator with ironic camp in 'An Act of God' at the Ahmanson Theatre by Charles McNulty

God is headlining at the Ahmanson Theatre in the Broadway comedy "An Act of God," but please don't think of this as the Second Coming. This appearance is really more of a tease, an occasion …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 06:31AM

Pre-Broadway version of Disney's "Frozen" coming to Denver by Joanne Ostrow

A pre-Broadway version of Disney's "Frozen" will highlight the Denver Center for the Performing Arts 2016-17 season, the center announced Thursday.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 06:30AM

"Hand to God" among regional premieres in new Curious Theatre season by Joanne Ostrow

Curious Theatre announced its 19th season slate with five plays, including the regional premiere of Robert Askins' "Hand to God."

SOURCE: Denver Post at 06:30AM

Out of the Bronx, into the fire by Terry Teachout

In today’s Wall Street Journal drama column I write about the off-Broadway premiere of John Patrick Shanley’s Prodigal Son and a revival of Terrence McNally’s It’s Only a Play in Cor…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 06:30AM

Theater Review: Smart People Is Probably Better Read Than Seen by Jesse Green

Four Harvard graduates walk into a scene: Valerie, a young African-American actor; Jackson, an African-American surgical intern; Ginny, a Chinese-Japanese-American psychology professor; and …

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:29AM

Off Broadway Review: ‘Smart People’ with Joshua Jackson by Gordon Cox

Four attractive urban professionals cross paths, flirt, make love, wrestle with racial issues and talk their way in and out of romantic relationships without quite committing themselves. Sou…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:29AM

Replay: Bill Monroe and Doc Watson play “Sally Goodin” by Terry Teachout

Bill Monroe and Doc Watson play “Sally Goodin” at the 1990 Delaware Valley Bluegrass Festival: (This is the latest in a series of arts-related videos that appear in this space each Monda…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 06:15AM

Photos: Lindsay Lohan among guests at opening night for The End of Longing

See who came out to support Matthew Perry for his first night

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:09AM

Theatre News: Further cast announced for Luce at Southwark Playhouse

Mel Giedroyc has already been announced as the lead in JC Lee's play

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:09AM

Review Round-Ups: Does Matthew Perry's The End of Longing impress?

The Friends star's play divided the critics at the Playhouse Theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:09AM

Almanac: George Bernard Shaw on poverty by Terry Teachout

“In the millionaire Undershaft I have represented a man who has become intellectually and spiritually as well as practically conscious of the irresistible natural truth which we all abhor …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 06:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom gets UK premiere at West Yorkshire Playhouse by Press Releases

The first UK staging of STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL – based on the much loved film that inspired the world to dance – is to premiere at West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds on Wednesday 30 …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:44AM

Theater Review: 'Smart People'

A clever, if uneven, play about race relations.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 05:44AM

Dual casts for 'Love, Loss' at Nutley Little Theatre opens tonight

Nutley Little Theatre has cast its next production, "Love, Loss and What I Wore," a comedy-drama opening Friday, Feb. 12, 8 p.m. at the NLT Barn, 47 Erie Place, Nutley. The play wi…

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 05:44AM

Auditions set for NLT's 'Glass Menagerie'

Nutley Little Theatre has scheduled auditions for the classic Tennessee Williams drama, "The Glass Menagerie" on Sunday, Feb. 14, and Monday, Feb. 15, 7 p.m. both evenings, at the …

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 05:44AM

Jefferson students perform 'Three Musketeers'

Growing Stage Children's Theatre in Netcong, N.J. held its youth series performance of "The Three Musketeers" (Jan. 21-24).

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 05:44AM

Paulanne Simmons Unscripted by Barry

Thinking Critically     By: Paulanne Simmons When asked, “What’s a critic’s job?” critic and scholar Martin Esslin responded, “A critic is a guide and a friend and a tea…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 05:43AM

Robert Icke's new revolution: a Vanya to blow Chekhovians' samovars by Andrew Dickson

He unleashed a fierce 1984 and brought Aeschylus bang up to date. Now the Almeida’s wunderkind is stripping back a Russian classic with actor Paul RhysSay what you like about his productio…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:30AM

Text of the Day: Owen Sheers on Pink Mist by Aleks Sierz

Random and topical thoughts and quotes gathered by My Theatre Mates contributor Aleks Sierz, first published on www.sierz.co.uk.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:27AM

Show Boat To Open At The New London Theatre April 2016

Having recently completed its run at the Sheffield Crucible, Show Boat opens at the New London Theatre on 9th April 2016. The Oscar Hammerstein II and Jerome Kern musical will…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 05:19AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Sheffield Theatre's The Nap extends

Richard Bean's new play about snooker will run for a further two weeks

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:57AM

Theatre News: Sheffield Crucible's Show Boat transfers to West End

Daniel Evans' production will replace War Horse at the New London Theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:57AM

Theatre News: Casting announced for Bug at FOUND111

War and Peace star Norton returns to the stage after a four year hiatus

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:57AM

NEWS: War and Peace’s James Norton & Kate Fleetwood star in Bug revival by Press Releases

James Norton and Kate Fleetwood star in the 20th anniversary production of Tracy Letts' BUG, which runs for a limited six-week season from 24 March to 7 May 2016, with a press night on 29 Ma…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:51AM

Tor and Lisa at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Jk Clarke

          by Monica Charline Brown   The phrase “dynamic duo” does not even begin to do justice to the performance Tor and Lisa (Tor Hyams and Lisa Rothause…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:48AM

NEWS: Sheffield Show Boat sails into West End’s New London in April, TICKETS ON SALE by Press Releases

Daniel Evans’ five star production of Show Boat will transfer from Sheffield to the West End in the spring of 2016. With booking opening today (12 February 2016), previews begin at the Ne…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:43AM

Tim Minchin asks George Pell to 'come home' in expletive-filled new song by Monica Tan

Minchin says his song about the cardinal, who is due to give evidence to a royal commission about child sex abuse that occurred within his parishes, is also about homeTim Minchin has written…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:34AM

Ray Romano warns viewers not to watch his ‘Vinyl’ nude scene by Andrea Morabito

Everybody may love Raymond, but you’ve never seen Ray Romano like he is in HBO’s new ’70s-era music drama “Vinyl.” As Zak Yankovich, the Queens-bred actor has traded his Italian, f…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 04:20AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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THE END OF LONGING – West End by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

This is the hotly anticipated playwriting debut of a firm Friends favourite Matthew Perry, but is it an evening to beg, borrow or steal a ticket or one that could be missed?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 03:03AM

How To Set Better Marketing Goals by Samantha Teter

I was just having a conversation with colleagues this morning about the importance of having goals. I, personally, work better if I have something to attain and a roadmap to get there. I ran…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM

Theater News: Only One Sophie Makes World Premiere at Illusion Theater

The new musical begins tonight.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00AM

Karen Finley and 'Shock Treatment' Book Mark 25th Anniversary; Local Author Night At RJ Julia by Carole Goldberg

Karen Finley, a writer and performance artist whose work at first shocked and then attracted a wide audience, will appear on Wednesday, Feb. 17, at 7 p.m., at the Mark Twain House & Museum, …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 03:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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The End of Longing, Playhouse Theatre by Marianka Swain

Jack is an alcoholic. Stephanie is a whore. Joseph is stupid. Stevie is a broody neurotic. These identifiers are proudly proclaimed in the first minute of Matthew Perry’s debut play, but i…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 02:44AM

Denver Will Host Pre-Broadway Premiere of Frozen by Chris Luner

Elsa is climbing to the highest mountain to not only “Let It Go”, but try herself out in front of audiences before heading to Broadway. While Chicago has become Broadway’s…

SOURCE: lunerontheatre.com at 02:33AM

Theater News: Victory Gardens Theater Presents World Premiere of Cocked

The new play begins performances tonight.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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“Rock of Ages” at the Woodlawn Theatre by Kurt Gardner

The Woodlawn kicks off its 2016 season with a rocking, rollicking production of the Tony-nominated Broadway musical. Anyone who saw the lackluster film version of Rock

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 01:49AM

Couch Potato by Arts Review

In their first show for 2016, wit incorporated presents the Australian premiere of Couch Potato, Hayley Lawson-Smith’s hilarious take on what makes us tick and how we deal with the unexpec…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:08AM

MTC: Lungs by Anne-Marie Peard

Duncan Macmillan’s 2011 Lungs opens with a young woman–man couple in Ikea talking about having a baby, and a feeling of safe, well-made-play-for-those-who-live in Windsor/Yarraville/Nort…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 01:03AM

Guy Fieri Talks His Kids & Hugs It Out With Tommy Lee at Super Bowl Event by Young Hollywood

Guy Fieri Talks His Kids & Hugs It Out With Tommy Lee at Super Bowl Event YH catches up with the one, the only Guy Fieri at the Suits & Sneakers party in San Francisco during Super Bowl 50 w…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Theater News: Broadway Peter Pan Sandy Duncan to Join Cast of Finding Neverland

Beginning tonight, Duncan will star alongside Tony nominee Tony Yazbeck.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Video Flash: Flashback Friday: Kelli O'Hara and Steven Pasquale Duet a Valentine-Worthy Show Tune

Roses are red, violets are blue, The Bridges of Madison County score is 2 good 2 b true.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Friday, February 12, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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A Lovely, Wonderful Thought: Sandy Duncan Begins Performances in Finding Neverland on Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Believe! Sandy Duncan, who starred as Peter Pan on Broadway in 1979, will take on the role of Madame du Maurier in Finding Neverland on February 12. The three-time Tony nominee replaces Caro…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:42AM

Ryan Scott Oliver and More Set for JASPER IN DEADLAND Album Release at Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight by BroadwayWorld

JASPER IN DEADLAND, featuring music and lyrics by Ryan Scott Oliver, will celebrate the release of its new cast album tonight, February 12, 2016, at Feinstein's54 Below.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37AM

Bernadette Peters Performs with Pacific Symphony in Valentine's Day Concert Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Grammy-, Golden Globe- Drama Desk- and three-time Tony Award-winning actress and singer Bernadette Peters-known for her raw talent and ability to knock the socks off an audience with her glo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37AM

Sandy Duncan Returns to Neverland on Broadway Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Sandy Duncan, the beloved stage and screen actress known for her magical, high-flying, Tony-nominated performance as 'Peter Pan' on Broadway, returns to Neverland.Duncan takes over the role …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37AM

Tim Kang and Sab Shimono Lead Berkeley Rep's AUBERGINE World Premiere, Opening Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Berkeley Repertory Theatre continues its 2015-16 season with the new emotional family drama AUBERGINE, written by Julia Cho and directed by Michael Leibert Artistic Director Tony Taccone. Th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37AM

ARTS IN THE CITY Highlights David Hyde Pierce, King Tut Exhibit & Noche Flamenca This Month by BroadwayWorld

ARTS IN THE CITY - the Emmy-nominated CUNY TV arts series - presents a new February program hosted by Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson from Downtown Brooklyn's New York Transit Museum, a Hidden Ge…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37AM

Public Image, Private Lives: Family, Friends and Self in Photography by Arts Review

Highlighting the close connections between the photographer and subject, Public Image, Private Lives: Family, Friends and Self in Photography delves beneath the surface of familiar (and …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:28AM

Megan Hilty Celebrates Valentine’s Day with New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Tonight by Olivia Clement

Broadway and television actress Megan Hilty is headlining a handful of Valentine's Day weekend concerts with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra this weekend, kicking off Feb. 12 …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

Christine Ebersole, Liz Callaway and Tony Yazbeck Are All Aboard for Starry Broadway on the High Sea by Playbill Staff

Two-time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole, and Tony nominees Liz Callaway and Tony Yazbeck are just a few of the starry guests who have piped aboard Playbill Travel's sixth Broad…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

Sandy Duncan Flies to Broadway’s Neverland Tonight by Adam Hetrick

Sandy Duncan, who was Tony-nominated for her performance in the 1979 revival of Peter Pan, returns to J.M. Barrie's fantasy when she joins the cast of Broadway's Finding Neverlan…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

Danai Gurira’s Familiar Begins at Playwrights Horizons Tonight by Olivia Clement

Performances of Familiar begin Feb. 12 at Playwrights Horizons, the new work by Eclipsed playwright Danai Gurira about tradition and assimilation. The cast features Tamara Tunie fro…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

“Squad” Goals: Glenn Slater Chats Twenty Years of Making Musicals with Alan Menken by Olivia Clement

Lyricist Glenn Slater has been working with Tony and Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken for nearly two decades. With their latest collaboration, A Bronx Tale The Musical, Slater reveals …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

All-Star Cast, Including Betty Buckley, Sutton Foster, Aaron Tveit, Sings Stephen Schwartz Tunes by Andrew Gans

Defying Gravity: The Songs of Stephen Schwartz, featuring two Tony-winning actresses, is presented Feb. 12-13 at Australia's Theatre Royal.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

“Being Gay Was Not an Option”  Joel Grey Welcomes Us Into His Private Life by Harry Haun

On Feb. 16, Broadway legend Joel Grey will release his aptly titled book "Master of Ceremonies: A Memoir" before sitting down for a discussion and performance at the Ridgefield Pla…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19AM

“Squad” Goals: Glenn Slater Chats 20 Years of Making Musicals with Alan Menken by Olivia Clement

Lyricist Glenn Slater has been working with Tony and Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken for nearly two decades. With their latest collaboration, A Bronx Tale The Musical, Slater reveals …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Christine Ebersole, Liz Callaway and Tony Yazbeck Are All Aboard Starry Broadway on the High Seas 6 by Playbill Staff

Two-time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole, and Tony nominees Liz Callaway and Tony Yazbeck are just a few of the starry guests who have piped aboard Playbill Travel's sixth Broad…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Sheffield Production of Kern and Hammerstein’s Show Boat Lines Up West End Transfer to the New Londo by Mark Shenton

A new British production of Kern and Hammerstein's Broadway classic Show Boat first seen at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre last Christmas is to transfer to the West End's New Londo…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

HSO Creates Compelling, Collaborative 'Love Notes' Concert by Jeffrey Johnson

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra has given several impressive concerts over the past several seasons that integrate acting, dancing and/or the work of visual artists, but this one was among t…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM
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