Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 12/17

By: Dec. 21, 2012
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At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we are launching a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'.

In this week's edition of 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week', we take you around the country - and beyond - with the most-read theater stories for the week of December 17! Scroll below to see what made news in your area!


Featured Story of the Week:

BWW Reviews: Ross Petty's SNOW WHITE: The Deliciously Dopey Family Musical

by Lauren Gienow, Toronto


Austin

Photo Flash: The Ballet Girls and Boys of BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL
by Kathy Strain

BWW Reviews: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Zach Theatre Glistens with Holiday Charm
by Jeff Davis

BWW TV: Exclusive Interview with Ramin Karimloo - Phantom, New Music, Fans, Family, Texas and Twitter
by Kathy Strain

BWW Reviews: Ballet Austin's THE NUTCRACKER Dances With Grace and Ease
by Jeff Davis

A Chick & A Dude Productions To Open Tenth Anniversary Season With Austin Premier Of A STEADY RAIN, 02/21 - 03/09
by Patrick Nugent


Australia - Brisbane
This Is Your Brain On Musical Theatre - 7 Questions with Lucy Durack
by Jacqueline Bublitz


Australia - Melbourne
This Is Your Brain On Musical Theatre - 7 Questions with Lucy Durack
by Jacqueline Bublitz


Australia - Perth
This Is Your Brain On Musical Theatre - 7 Questions with Lucy Durack
by Jacqueline Bublitz


Australia - Sydney
This Is Your Brain On Musical Theatre - 7 Questions with Lucy Durack
by Jacqueline Bublitz


Baltimore
BWW Reviews: The Pumpkin Theatre's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - This Beast is a Beauty
by Tina Saratsiotis

BWW Reviews: PINOCCHIO Engages All Ages
by Lori Weglein


Boston
BWW Review: HOLIDAY MEMORIES to Warm a Winter's Night
by Nancy Grossman

BWW Reviews: Jim Briggs Portrays Compelling VINCENT van Gogh in the Berkshires
by Larry Murray

BWW Review: John Kolvenbach's HALF 'N HALF 'N HALF World Premiere at MRT
by Nancy Grossman

BWW REVIEW: AN 'OUR TOWN' FOR OUR TIME
by Jan Nargi


Central Pennsylvania
BWW Reviews: Susquehanna Stage Co Presents ANNIE
by Marakay Rogers

BWW Reviews: Open Stage Rings a Sleigh Bell With THE SANTALAND DIARIES
by Marakay Rogers


Charlotte
BWW Interviews: Neil Goldberg Talks Directing CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
by Linda Ann Watt


Chicago
STAGE TUBE: Inside SANDY HACKETT'S RAT PACK CHRISTMAS
by Stage Tube

BREAKING: Norbert Leo Butz-Led BIG FISH to Play 5-Week Engagement at Chicago's Oriental Theatre; Opens 4/21
by BWW

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for December 19th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson

It's the BroadwayWorld Chicago Award Winners! KINKY BOOTS, Porter, REEFER MADNESS, PIAZZA, ICEMAN, Dennehy, SUNDAY, Danieley, Diane Lane, Team StarKid and more!
by Paul W. Thompson


Cleveland
BWW Reviews: Delightful MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING at Actors' Summit
by Roy Berko

Cleveland Critics Circle Announces 2012 Theater Awards
by Roy Berko


Columbus
BWW Seeks Editors in Columbus, OH
by BWW


Comedy
VIDEO: COLBERT REPORT Airs Series Mash Up 'Breaking Abbey'
by TV News Desk

Comedy Central Live Announces INSIDE AMY SCHUMER: THE LIVE TOUR, Beg. 2/28
by TV News Desk


Connecticut
BWW Reviews: CONNetic Dance's NUTCRACKER SUITE & SPICY More Mild Than Wild
by Jacques Lamarre

BWW Reviews: Enjoy Some Christmas Cheer from a Disgruntled Elf in THE SANTALAND DIARIES
by Lauren Yarger


Denver
BWW Interviews: Dorothy Stanley of Denver Center's WHITE CHRISTMAS - Broadway Beginnings and More
by Michael Mulhern


Des Moines
BWW Reviews: Unique Theatrical Experience in WAR HORSE Not to be Missed
by Brooke Bridenstine


Detroit
Michigan State University's Wharton Center Presents A CHRISTMAS CABARET, Now thru 12/16
by Sierra Fox


Fort Lauderdale
STAGE TUBE: Mandy Bruno and the Cast of Maltz Jupiter's THE MUSIC MAN Spoof 'U Can't Touch This'
by Stage Tube


France
STAGE TUBE: SISTER ACT le musical - Le Confessionnal
by Stage Tube


Germany
BWW Review Roundup: ROCKY das MUSICAL
by Marcel Konrath


Houston
LEAVING SAN JACINTO Premieres at The Country Playhouse,2/28-3/3
by samantha vega

BWW Reviews: Houston Ballet's CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP - A Showcase of Exquisite, Astonishing Talents
by David Clarke


Indianapolis
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of FOREVER PLAID, PLAID TIDINGS
by Stage Tube

Regional Theater of the Week: Theatre at the Center, Indianapolis, IN
by BWW Features


Ireland
Nomad Theatre Network and Livin' Dred Theatre Company Present RIDE ON!, Dec 14 & 15
by samantha vega


Italy
BWW Reviews: My Fair Lady, la favola più bella
by Antonino Prattico

BWW Interviews: Stefano Brondi
by Antonino Prattico

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 12/15 - Rugantino
by Antonino Prattico

THE FULL MONTY, dal 29 gennaio a Roma
by Antonino Prattico

Photo Coverage: FANTASMI A ROMA per Telethon, 15 dicembre 2012
by Antonino Prattico

BWW Interviews: 'Fantasmi a Roma' - Cristian Ruiz è Reginaldo
by Nino Prattico


Long Island
Photo Coverage: The Irish Tenors Visit Hurricane Sandy Victims in Breezy Point
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Photo Coverage: Tenor Karl Scully Performs in Bay Shore, NY
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

STAGE TUBE: Featured Interviews and Behind the Scenes of CATS at the Gateway in Bellport
by Stage Tube

BWW Reviews: Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Gateway
by Melissa Giordano


Los Angeles
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Second City's A CHRISTMAS CAROL: TWIST YOUR DICKENS!
by Stage Tube

STAGE TUBE: First Look at Michael Weston, Jeannie Berlin and More in CTG's OTHER DESERT CITIES
by Stage Tube

Photo Coverage: Liza Minnelli with MenAlive in A WINTER SPECTACULAR Opening Night at Segerstrom Hall
by Lily Lim

BWW Interviews: Eden Espinosa on Her Debut Album LOOK AROUND; Release Party Set for Tonight
by David Green

BWW Reviews: A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS - Pasadena Playhouse's New Holiday Tradition
by Ellen Dostal

THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD'S Stephanie Block Featured on Perfect Holiday 'Stocking Stuffer' CD, A VERY BROADWAY CHRISTMAS
by David Green

Neil Berg Brings Cast of Broadway Veterans and 101 YEARS OF BROADWAY to The McCallum Theatre, Jan 2013
by David Green

BWW Reviews: CHRISTMAS MY WAY Is a Real Holiday Audience Pleaser at the El Portal
by Don Grigware

BWW Reviews: Off-Center CHRISTMAS PRESENT at Sacred Fools
by Don Grigware

BWW Reviews: A SONG FOR CHRISTMAS Exudes Genuine Community Spirit
by Don Grigware

Tribute Artist Peter Mac Honored with Golden Halo Award
by Don Grigware

FREEZE FRAME: Judd Hirsch & Tom Cavanagh in Rehearsal for FREUD'S LAST SESSION
by Walter McBride

Kelsey Grammer to Host 65th DGA Awards, Feb 2
by Movies News Desk


Netherlands
Willemijn Verkaik's Green Journey to Broadway
by Dutch Reporter


New Jersey
Regional Dance Company of the Week: Roxey Ballet
by BWW Features


Omaha
BWW Reviews: YESTERDAY AND TODAY Rocks the Omaha Community Playhouse
by Cole Snider


Philippines
STAGE TUBE: ROCK OF AGES' MiG Ayesa Sings 'Wanted Dead Or Alive' in Queens Concert
by Stage Tube

More Photos: Buencamino, Lauchengco-Yulo Take Over THE KING AND I
by Oliver Oliveros


Phoenix
STAGE TUBE: Video Teaser of Peter Fogel in MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH, & I'M HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
by Stage Tube


Raleigh
BWW Seeks Editors in Raleigh, NC
by BWW


Salt Lake City
BWW Reviews: Empress Theatre's THE CHRISTMAS BOX is a Labor of Love
by Tyler Hinton


San Diego
BWW Blog: Steve Blanchard of Old Globe's GRINCH - Thoughts on CT Tragedy
by Guest Blogger: Steve Blanchard

STAGE TUBE: Children with Autism Attend THE GRINCH at The Old Globe
by Stage Tube


San Francisco
BWW Reviews: Curtain Call Performing Arts Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Dec. 21-23
by Linda Hodges


Seattle
BWW Reviews: WISEMEN Returns to ACT with Irreverent Holiday Fun
by Jay Irwin


South Africa
BWW Reviews: Effusive Fun at the Kalk Bay Theatre with FACE THE MUSIC 2
by David Fick

BWW Reviews: So-So Retelling of Kipling's Classic JUST SO STORIES at the V&A Waterfront
by David Fick

BWW Reviews: Passionate KINGDOM OF EARTH Impresses at the Artscape Arena
by David Fick


Spain
Photo Flash: Presentación de Blancanieves Boulevard
by Laura Pelaez

Júlia Jové se incorpora a 'Pegados'
by Roberto Rodriguez

BWW TV: Blancanieves Boulevard se presenta en la Gran Vía
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

Sorteos BWW: Te invitamos a ver 'Los Miserables' en cine
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

BWW TV: Entrevista con los protagonistas de 'Blancanieves Boulevard'
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

El primer musical de Los Clanners invita al público a formar parte del elenco
by Nuria Alcalá

El eco de la música de Mecano vuelve a sonar con fuerza en Madrid
by Nuria Alcalá

'40 El Musical' regresa a la Gran Vía
by Roberto Rodriguez

DON PEPITO aumenta el número de funciones
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

STAGE TUBE: Ensayos de 'La Fuerza del Destino'
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

Lírica, cabaret y tango: 'Amor amor' se presenta en Se Abre el Telón
by Javier A. Gabrielssön

'Over the moon' llega al Almeria Teatre de Barcelona
by Nuria Frutos

Melodías del mundo mágico: un concierto interactivo para escuchar tus canciones favoritas
by Javier A. Gabrielssön

Grease regresa una vez más a Barcelona
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez


St. Louis
Regional Opera Company of the Week: Winter Opera St. Louis
by Scott Frost

BWW Reviews: Terrific WICKED Takes Flight at the Fox Theatre
by Chris Gibson

BWW Reviews: Stunning FULLY COMMITTED by Stray Dog Theatre
by Chris Gibson

BWW Reviews: Imaginary Theatre Company's A GNOME FOR CHRISTMAS Charms
by Chris Gibson


Toronto
BWW Interviews: Thom Allison Talks SHUT UP! IT'S CHRISTMAS!
by Kelly Cameron

BWW Interviews: Anthony Rapp on Love, Loss and WITHOUT YOU
by Kelly Cameron

BWW Reviews: Anthony Rapp's WITHOUT YOU a Triumphant Reminder of Importance of 'No Day But Today'
by Kelly Cameron

BWW Reviews: Ross Petty's SNOW WHITE: The Deliciously Dopey Family Musical
by Lauren Gienow


UK / West End
STAGE TUBE: VIVA FOREVER! World Premiere Footage - Red Carpet, Opening Night Party and More!
by Stage Tube

GREAT EXPECTATIONS To Open in West End, Feb 6
by BWW

BWW Reviews: JULIEN COTTEREAU: IMAGINE TOI, Purcell Room, Southbank Centre, December 13 2012
by Gary Naylor

BWW Reviews: DICK WHITTINGTON, Hackney Empire, December 13th 2012
by Kaite Welsh

BWW Reviews PRIVATES ON PARADE, Noël Coward Theatre, December 10 2012
by Becky Brewis

Photo Coverage: Oliver Thornton and Ben Forster In THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: LES MIS Producer Cameron Mackintosh on the Cast's Vocal Chops, Why Live Singing Works & More!
by BroadwayWorld TV

STAGE TUBE: KISS ME, KATE Comes to The Old Vic
by Stage Tube

Review Roundup: IN THE REPUBLIC OF HAPPINESS - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups

The Creation Of LIFT: A New Musical
by Guest Blogger: LIFT A New Musical

BWW Reviews: KISS ME, KATE, Old Vic, December 19th 2012
by Carrie Dunn


Washington, DC
BWW Reviews: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at The Kennedy Center - Great Music and Dancing, Underwhelming Production
by Jennifer Perry

STAGE TUBE: Audience Reaction of THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS in Washington, DC!
by Stage Tube

BWW Reviews: Theater J's APPLES FROM THE DESERT - Exceptional Production of an Unexceptional Play
by Jennifer Perry




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