Tuesday, January 21, 2025

‘Our Town’ becomes first Thornton Wilder play to gross over $1 million in a week by Michael Abourizk

For the week ending Jan. 19, the 29 currently running productions grossed $33,372,166.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 06:36PM

Broadway Box Office: ‘Our Town’ Brings in $1M in Closing Week by Caitlin Huston

The revival starred Jim Parsons, Zoey Deutch and Katie Holmes.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:15PM

‘Our Town’ Closes On A High Note While Some Original Cast Members Of ‘Oh, Mary!’ & ‘The Great Gatsby’ Take Final Bows – Broadway Box by Greg Evans

Broadway said a few so-longs last week, with the star-studded Our Town ending its limited run and some original cast members of Oh, Mary! and The Great Gatsby giving way to replacements. Tic…

SOURCE: Deadline at 05:42PM
Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Photos: OUR TOWN's Jim Parsons Receives Sardi's Portrait

Jim Parsons, who is currently starring on Broadway in Our Town, recently received his portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling and you can check out photos here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:57AM
Tuesday, December 31, 2024

General Motors 50th Anniversary Show by American Musical Theater Archives

Cast June Allyson ... Emily Webb (in "Our Town") Don Ameche ... Henry Sylvester Bowdoin Pat Boone ... Young Man at the Mardi Gras Ernest Borgnine ... Himself - Narrator …

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:30PM

The Broadway Shows of 2024 by BroadwayWorld

Measure a year in Broadway shows. Take a look back on the Broadway shows of 2024, including: Prayer for the French Republic, Days of Wine and Roses, Doubt, The Notebook, An Enemy of the Peop…

SOURCE: YouTube at 03:42PM
Sunday, December 29, 2024

Theatre News: The Colonial Players of Annapolis Announces Their 77th Season by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Annapolis, MD  – The Colonial Players, Inc. of Annapolis, Maryland is pleased to announce their forthcoming 77th Season, starting in September 2025. September 2025 Our Town Written by Tho…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:41PM
Friday, December 27, 2024

2024 in Review: Our Favorite Performances by JK

2024 in Review: Our Favorite Performances We were fortunate enough to see 23 different productions in 2024: 20 Broadway, 2 off-Broadway, and 1 regional; these are the shows we considered …

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:30AM
Thursday, December 26, 2024

Cult of Love by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Must you love your immediate family unconditionally if you know they drive you crazy? And must you show up for family gatherings like Christmas if it always evolves into a vicious fighting m…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:46PM

Broadway Shows Closing Soon: ‘Our Town,’ ‘Cult of Love’ and More by Laura Collins-Hughes

Thornton Wilder’s classic, starring Jim Parsons, wraps up, as does Leslye Headland’s angsty family drama. Catch these and other plays while you can.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:02AM
Monday, December 23, 2024

2024 in Review: The Movers and Moments of the Year by JK

Every year, there are huge hits, big flops, news makers and fan favorites, scandals and groundbreaking ideas in the theater scene. And when we pause to review the year just ending, we always…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:42AM
Friday, December 20, 2024

2024 in Review: Our Favorite Design Elements by JK

2024 in Review: Our Favorite Design Elements (6 Categories + 2 Special Citations) We were fortunate enough to see 23 different productions in 2024: 20 Broadway, 2 off-Broadway, and 1 region…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:12AM
Wednesday, December 18, 2024

2024 in Review: Our Favorite Writing and Direction by JK

2024 in Review: Our Favorite Writing & Direction (6 Categories) We were fortunate enough to see 23 different productions in 2024: 20 Broadway, 2 off-Broadway, and 1 regional; these are…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:54AM
Monday, December 16, 2024

Once Again, Broadway’s Fifth Our Town Remains A Worthy Tale Despite Time And Place by Bill Hirschman

As the newest New York production of Our Town proves -- yet again over its 86 years –this acclaimed work is a reliable property whether it’s being done by this Broadway cast led by Jim P…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 08:06AM
Wednesday, December 11, 2024

In ‘Our Town,’ the Characters Are Fictional. The Smells Are Real. by Erik Piepenburg

Backstage at the Broadway play, they’re frying up the aroma of breakfast — part of a long tradition of adding scents to plays and movies.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:06AM
Monday, December 9, 2024

TDF Presents ASL Performance of Our Town on Broadway by TDF

"Let’s keep spreading awareness and opening doors for accessibility so that Deaf and hearing audiences can share the same experiences."—John McGinty, Our Town on Broadway.

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:48PM

Video: Katie Holmes Surprises Zoey Deutch on GMA with OUR TOWN Question

Zoey Deutch recently visited Good Morning America to discuss the new production of Our Town. On the show, her co-star Katie Holmes surprised her with a special video asking her about her exp…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:34PM
Thursday, December 5, 2024

Go Backstage at the Barrymore Theatre with Our Town’s Julie Halston by Broadway.com

Julie Halston, who plays Grover’s Corners' delightfully gossipy Mrs. Soames in the current Broadway revival of Our Town, welcomed The Broadway Show behind the scenes of the production. Fe…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:18PM

Head Backstage at OUR TOWN with Julie Halston by Broadway.com

Welcome to Grover’s Corners! Join Julie Halston for a backstage tour at OUR TOWN.

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM
Wednesday, December 4, 2024

A Gypsy Chat with Audra McDonald, a Magical Walk with Cursed Child's Matthew James Thomas and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

It's a week of Broadway classics and long-running favorites on The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal! See what's in store on the latest episode.  See Audra McDonald, Broadway's latest lege…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:32PM

Hear From Audra McDonald, Julie Halston and More on The Broadway Show! by Broadway.com

The Broadway Show is the only nationally syndicated weekly theater television series. The program features Broadway’s biggest stars, exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes access both …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Going Solo in New York City by JK

Don't miss our Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale! Click HERE. It ends today!! My most recent theater excursion to the Big Apple ended up being a solo trip at the last minute. While it wasn't …

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:32AM
Monday, December 2, 2024

Looking Forward to Winter: December 2024 - February 2025 by JK

Don't miss our Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale! Click HERE. It ends today!! The leaves have fallen, and colder breezes are here. It has even snowed some places! I enjoy the winter months. …

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:36AM
Sunday, December 1, 2024

Broadway Review: “Our Town” at the Barrymore Theatre (Currently On) by David Roberts

“Our Town” by Thorton Wilder is recognized as a classic, and the revival now playing at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on Broadway, directed by Kenny Leon is the perfect example of why it h…

SOURCE: Theatre Reviews Limited at 03:25PM
Friday, November 29, 2024

Video: Katie Holmes Shares OUR TOWN Pre-Show Rituals

Katie Holmes visited The Tonight Show to discuss the new production of Our Town, which is currently running at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. On the show, she shared some of her pre-show ritua…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:27PM
Saturday, November 23, 2024

Kaley Cuoco Surprises ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Co-Star Jim Parsons On Broadway: “Reunited” by Natalie Oganesyan

No Bazinga here: A reunion of The Big Bang Theory cast was in store as Kaley Cuoco recently visited former co-star Jim Parsons on Broadway. In a sweet Instagram Story shared earlier today, t…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:38PM
Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Photos: Paul Giamatti, Holly Hunter & More Visit OUR TOWN on Broadway

On Saturday, November 16th, the cast of the Paramount+ upcoming series “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” took in a performance of Our Town together at the Barrymore Theatre on Broadway. See…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:48PM
Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN

Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM

Broadway Shows to See This Fall: ‘Our Town,’ ‘Gypsy’ and More by Laura Collins-Hughes

A guide to every show on Broadway, including new musicals, Tony winning-dramas, quirky hits and veterans like “Hamilton” and “Chicago.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:18AM
Friday, November 15, 2024

Direction | Kenny Leon | American Theatre Wing's Master Class Series by American Theatre Wing

Dive into the art of direction with Tony Award-winning director Kenny Leon (Purlie Victorious, Our Town)! Join us as Kenny shares his creative process and mentors emerging directors in this …

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:42PM

OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January

TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12AM

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Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
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