Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 1/28
By: BWW Special Coverage Feb. 01, 2013
At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content submitted by our regional contributors from all corners of the globe. Get all your theater news at a glance each Friday with 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'!
Check out the most-read stories below for the week of January 28!
Featured Story of the Week:
Regional Opera Company of the Week: Sarasota Opera
by Scott FrostAlbuquerque
TICK,TICK...BOOM Kicks Off Aux Dog Theatre, 2/8-3/3
by Samantha Vega
Atlanta
THE ADVENTURES OF MIGHTY BUG Buzzes into Center for Puppetry Arts Today
by Joseph Harrison
Austin
BWW Reviews: Solid Cast Deserves More Than Stale Script of DESERT CITIES
by Jeff Davis
Australia - Melbourne
STAGE TUBE: Trailer - THE OTHER PLACE Opens at Arts Centre Melbourne Tonight
by Stage Tube
Baltimore
BWW Reviews: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Hippodrome: It's a Magical World After All
by Tina Saratsiotis
BWW Reviews: ROSE'S DILEMMA
by Maria Varella
BWW Reviews: Everyman Theatre Opens New Theatre with Robust Production of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY
by Charles Shubow
BWW Reviews: THE MOUNTAINTOP at Center Stage - Leave Reality at the Door
by Charles Shubow
BWW Reviews: The Pumpkin Theatre's THE QUEST OF THE ZIZ BIRD
by Tina Saratsiotis
Boston
BWW Reviews: SISTER ACT Makes a Joyful Noise
by Nancy Grossman
BWW Review: Celebrity Series of Boston Presents AN EVENING WITH CHRISTINE EBERSOLE
by Nancy Grossman
Central New York
STAGE TUBE: THE ADDAMS FAMILY's Jennifer Fogarty Discusses Family Troubles and More!
by Stage Tube
Central Pennsylvania
BWW Reviews: FUNNY MONEY Scatters Over Oyster Mill Stage
by Marakay Rogers
BWW Reviews: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks Hershey Theatre
by Marakay Rogers
Chicago
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of NOW AND FOREVER: THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER
by Stage Tube
BWW TV: First Look at Derek Gaspar, Sean Parris and Tim Edward Rhoze in Northlight's THE WHIPPING MAN
by BroadwayWorld TV
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for January 30th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson
STAGE TUBE: NOW AND FOREVER Opens at the Marriott Theatre
by Stage Tube
Cleveland
BWW Reviews: WATER WAYS, Devised Theater at Cleveland Public Theatre
by Roy Berko
Comedy
National Comedy Theatre Expands Into Liberty Station with New Training Center
by E.H. Reiter
Hector Suarez Set for Comedy Central Latin America's First-Ever Latin 'Roast'
by TV News Desk
BRANDX WITH RUSSELL BRAND to Return to FX, 2/7
by TV News Desk
VIDEO: Paul Rudd & Seth Rogen Tease Samsung Super Bowl Ad
by TV News Desk
Connecticut
BWW Reviews: Playhouse on Park's MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS Wilts Under the Spotlight
by Jacques Lamarre
BWW Reviews: Spirit of Broadway's DANI GIRL is Moving, Surprising and Funny
by Jacques Lamarre
BWW Reviews: NEXT TO NORMAL Rides the Mountains in Bridgeport
by Sherry Shameer Cohen
STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes with the ADDAMS FAMILY Tour!
by Stage Tube
STAGE TUBE: Brian Stokes Mitchell and More Talk FROM BROADWAY WITH LOVE Sandy Hook Benefit
by Stage Tube
Costa Mesa
BWW Reviews: Hypnotic Drama WAR HORSE Trots Triumphantly to the OC
by Michael L. Quintos
Dallas
BWW Reviews: DTC, Trinity Rep Bring KING LEAR to Wyly Theatre
by Lauren Smart
TRIUMPH OF LOVE Opens at the Stone Cottage Theatre, 2/7-2/23
by Samantha Vega
Tickets on Sale for Lily Tomlin at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas, 2/10!
by Contests
Des Moines
BWW Reviews: THE BOOK OF MORMON Converts Des Moines Audiences
by Brooke Bridenstine
Detroit
BWW Reviews: BIG RIVER Delights Audiences at Grosse Pointe Theatre Through Feb 2
by Anton Anderssen
Germany
BWW Reviews: Uwe Kroeger und Pia Douwes singen 'Die groeßten Musical Hits'
by Marcel Konrath
Houston
BWW Reviews: TUTS' CAMELOT is Mesmerizingly Regal
by David Clarke
BWW Reviews: A WRINKLE IN TIME - A Splendid, Engaging Adaptation of the Alluring Classic Novel
by David Clarke
BWW Reviews: HGO's DON GIOVANNI's Plot Drags Despite Tremendous Talents
by David Clarke
BWW Reviews: World Premiere of FISHING is Energizing, Fun, and Completely Fresh
by David Clarke
BWW Reviews: Stages' WITTENBERG is Humorous and Intellectually Stimulating
by David Clarke
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - MainStreet Theatre's A WRINKLE IN TIME
by Stage Tube
BWW Interviews: Tanya Burka Talks Being an International Circus Performer, Her Career, Aerial Silks, and QUIDAM
by David Clarke
Italy
BWW Interviews: 'Fantasmi a Roma' - Simona Patitucci è Regina
by Nino Prattico
Jackson, MS
Regional Theater of the Week: Biloxi Little Theatre in Biloxi, MS
by BWW Features
Las Vegas
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET: Sneak Peek At What Looks To Be A Winner
by Ellen Sterling
Mirage Headliner Terry Fator Welcomes Legendary Actor John Ratzenberger
by Samantha Vega
Long Island
Gold Coast Int'l Film Festival to Present DENNEHY BY DONAHUE, 2/16
by Movies News Desk
BWW Reviews: The Engeman's WAIT UNTIL DARK
by Melissa Giordano
Los Angeles
Review: HAPPY FACE SAD FACE Makes Clever and Thought-Provoking Premiere at Elephant Stages' Lillian Theatre
by Shari Barrett
Review: Sophie B. Hawkins Becomes Janis Joplin in ROOM 105 at Macha Theatre
by Shari Barrett
The McCallum Theatre Announces Springtime Trips to New York and London
by David Green
BWW Reviews: Hypnotic Drama WAR HORSE Trots Triumphantly to the OC
by Michael L. Quintos
BWW Reviews: FOREVER PLAID Brings Great Harmony, Hi-Jinx and Wonderful 'Moments to Remember' to the McCallum
by David Green
BWW Reviews: RENT Shares Love Onstage at the Actors Company
by Shari Barrett
BWW Reviews: RENT Shares Love Onstage at the Actors Company
by Shari Barrett
STAGE TUBE: MARY POPPINS' Tyler Merna Performs the National Anthem at the Staples Center in LA
by Stage Tube
BWW Reviews: Annie Abbott Is Living Proof That GIVING UP IS HARD TO DO at Little Victory
by Don Grigware
BWW Reviews: Joe Lupariello Debuts at Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal
by Don Grigware
MEGA STAGE TUBE: Telly Leung, Barrett Foa, and More Sing Kerrigan and Lowdermilk at LA's Upright Cabaret!
by Stage Tube
Photo Coverage: Kerrigan & Lowdermilk's West Coast Debut with Hyland, Benoist, Foa and More!
by LA News Desk
BWW Reviews: THE DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL Heats Ups the Zaphyr Theater
by Shari Barrett
Madison
The Acting Company is Coming to Town
by Caroline Campana
Mexico
Las obras completas de William Shakespeare (abreviadas)
by Giovanna Orive
Miami
Regional Opera Company of the Week: Sarasota Opera
by Scott Frost
Milwaukee, WI
The Acting Company is Coming to Town
by Caroline Campana
Montreal
WISTA Provides Opportunities for Young Artists with LEGALLY BLONDE, Feb 1-9
by Noelle Hannibal
WISTA Provides Opportunities for Young Artists with LEGALLY BLONDE, Now thru Feb 9
by Noelle Hannibal
Movies
Photo Flash: New Poster Art for Disney's OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Michelle Williams as 'Glinda' in OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL
by Movies News Desk
Gold Coast Int'l Film Festival to Present DENNEHY BY DONAHUE, 2/16
by Movies News Desk
THE FILM SOCIETY OF LINCOLN CENTER Announces Lineup for 13th 'Film Comment Selects'
by Movies News Desk
Sony Pictures Classics Acquires North American Rights to BEFORE MIDNIGHT
by Movies News Desk
Open Road May Distribute Ensemble JFK Assassination Flick PARKLAND
by Movies News Desk
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Adds Costume Designers Branch
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: New Trailer - SNITCH, Starring Dwayne Johnson
by Movies News Desk
J.J. Abrams Set to Produce a Third STAR TREK Film
by Movies News Desk
Academy Determines Nominees for AMOUR and Documentary Features
by Movies News Desk
Jude Law to Present at 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: jOBS' Ashton Kutcher, Josh Gad and More Celebrate at Sundance Closing Night
by Movies News Desk
CONFIRMED: J.J. Abrams Will Direct STAR WARS: EPISODE VII
by Movies News Desk
HANSEL AND GRETEL Leads Friday Box Office; MOVIE 43, PARKER Flop
by Movies News Desk
LES MIS Hits $300 Million; To Become Third Highest-Grossing Movie Musical
by Movies News Desk
Hollywood's GYM Bar Hosts MAN'S GAME Film Fundraiser Tonight
by Movies News Desk
2013 Sundance Film Festival Announces Feature Film Awards - BLOOD BROTHER and More!
by Movies News Desk
Kentaro Hagiwara Wins 2013 Sundance/NHK International Filmmaker Award
by Movies News Desk
Anna Paquin, Ellen Page, & Shawn Ashmore to Return for X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST
by Movies News Desk
HANSEL AND GRETEL Takes Tepid Weekend Box Office with $19M
by Movies News Desk
ARGO Takes Top Honor at PGA; Becomes Oscar Favorite For 'Best Picture'
by Movies News Desk
SKYFALL Stunt Performers Win SAG Award for 'Outstanding Action Performance'
by Movies News Desk
BLACK SUNDAY, LISA & THE DEVIL Come to Blu-ray/DVD Today
by Movies News Desk
Film Society of Lincoln Center Announces 2nd Presentation of THE LOST CHILDREN Tonight
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Chloë Grace Moretz as KICK ASS 2's 'Hit Girl'
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Henry Cavill as MAN OF STEEL
by Movies News Desk
JJ Abrams on STAR WARS: EPISODE VII: 'I Want to Do the Fans Proud'
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: New Images of Hugh Jackman as THE WOLVERINE
by Movies News Desk
VERSAILLES '73: AMERICAN RUNWAY REVOLUTION to Be Released on iTunes, 2/12
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - OZ THE GREAT & POWERFUL Super Bowl Spot
by Movies News Desk
ABC to Air HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS, 2/16
by TV News Desk
Comedy Central Announces Multi-Picture Film Package with Open Road Films
by TV News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Poster for New Lenny Kravitz Documentary
by Movies News Desk
108 Media/Paladin Acquires Rights to Musa Syeed's VALLEY OF SAINTS
by Movies News Desk
Fandango Moviegoers Can Now Buy Tickets Using Siri
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: New OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL TV Spot
by Movies News Desk
Paul Giamatti in Talks to Play 'Rhino' in THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2
by Movies News Desk
Disney's Mysterious 1952 Officially Titled TOMORROWLAND
by Movies News Desk
Lucasfilm Foregoes STARS WARS 3D Prequels to Focus on New Trilogy
by Movies News Desk
Tony Kushner to Receive WGAW's 2013 Paul Selvin Award for LINCOLN Screenplay
by Movies News Desk
BWW TV: THE TASTE OF MONEY Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW TV: THE GATEKEEPERS Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW TV: Trailer Released for WAR WITCH
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW TV: ESCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW TV: Trailer Released for NO!
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW TV: Trailer Released for SPRING BREAKERS
by BroadwayWorld TV
MARKED MAN to Premiere at San Diego Black Film Festival, 2/1
by Movies News Desk
SAG Awards to Remain on TBS, TNT Through 2016
by TV News Desk
OUT IN THE OPEN Documentary Out on DVD Today
by Movies News Desk
Robin Milling Hosts Talkback at THE PIZZA BOY Premiere Tonight
by Movies News Desk
Tony Kushner Appears at New-York Historical Society Screening of LINCOLN Tonight
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Vanity Fair's 2013 HOLLYWOOD ISSUE COVER
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: First Look - Ray Liotta Stars in THE DEVIL'S IN THE DETAILS
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: Sneak Peek of Disney's THE LONE RANGER Superbowl Spot
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Poster Art for Disney's THE LONE RANGER
by Movies News Desk
USC Students & Wyoma Films Launch 'Bill Murray Appreciation Day'
by Movies News Desk
THIS IS 40 Coming to Blu-ray/DVD, 3/22
by Movies News Desk
David Koepp to Receive Writers Guild of America's Career Achievement Award
by Movies News Desk
Backyard Travel Releases New Vietnam Tour Film
by Movies News Desk
OSCAR Statuette Coming to a City Near You!
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Poster for THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE
by Movies News Desk
BWW TV: HAVA NAGILA Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV
MGM Secures Rights to Jojo Moyes' Bestselling Novel ME BEFORE YOU
by Movies News Desk
BWW TV: Trailer Released for INTO THE MIND
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW TV: UPSIDE DOWN Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW TV: Trailer Released for THE LAST GLADIATOR
by BroadwayWorld TV
MGM Lands Rights to Jojo Moyes' ME BEFORE YOU
by Movies News Desk
First-Ever Oscar Roadtrip to Kick Off Nationwide Tour in NYC, 2/4
by Movies News Desk
Eva Green Lands Major Role in SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR
by Movies News Desk
Are You Following BWW Movies World Yet on Facebook & Twitter?
by Movies News Desk
Fox Bumps THE HEAT Feat. Bullock & McCarthy to June
by Movies News Desk
Dada Films Picks Up MENTAL Starring Toni Collette
by Movies News Desk
SKYFALL Co-Writers to Pen BARBARELLA Series; DRIVE's Refn to Direct
by TV News Desk
WB Taps Bradley Cooper to Star in THE MAN FROM PRIMROSE LANE
by Movies News Desk
PAUL TAYLOR: DANCEMAKER, SPARKLE, USED CARS and More Set for Film Society of Lincoln Center, Feb 2013
by Movies News Desk
TAKEN 2, THE POSSESSION, PITCH PERFECT and More Make Top 10 Movies-On-Demand for Week of Jan 20
by Movies News Desk
Film Society of Lincoln Center Presents Sneak Peek of Steven Soderbergh's SIDE EFFECTS; Q&A to Follow
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: Josh Gad Confirms BOOK OF MORMON Film
by TV News Desk
HBO's ENTOURAGE Heading to the Big Screen
by TV News Desk
VIDEO: CABARET Cast Reunites in Honor of Fillm's 40th Anniversary
by TV News Desk
VIDEO: First Look - UK Trailer for THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE
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VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for BORGEN Season 2
by Movies News Desk
Title & Storyline Revealed for MUPPETS Sequel!
by Movies News Desk
Sony Pictures Classics Acquires FOR NO GOOD REASON
by Movies News Desk
Steven Spielberg to Receive ACE's 'Filmmaker of the Year Award'
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: First Look - Poster for Bradley Cooper's THE PLACE BEYOND THE PINES
by Movies News Desk
Adam Rosenberg Promoted to EVP, Production for MGM
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL on Cover of 'D23' February Issue
by Movies News Desk
BWW TV: Trailer Released for SOMEBODY UP THERE LIKES ME
by BroadwayWorld TV
Sony Movie Channel Celebrates Academy Awards With 'Oscar-A-Day Promotion'
by TV News Desk
BWW TV: BLESS ME, ULTIMA Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV
Photo Flash: First Look at Disney's THE MUPPETS... AGAIN!
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: Watch Disney's Animated Short PAPERMAN in Its Entirety
by Movies News Desk
Drafthouse Films Acquires Action Film I DECLARE WAR
by Movies News Desk
Will Gluck to Helm ANNIE Remake; Willow Smith No Longer Attached
by Movies News Desk
Zac Efron to Lead Supernatural Drama THE FALLING
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: First Look - Disney's IRON MAN 3 Super Bowl Spot
by Movies News Desk
Katharine McPhee's YOU MAY NOT KISS THE BRIDE Set for DVD Release, 2/5
by Movies News Desk
Cinedigm Acquires Rights to Shaul Schwarz's Documentary NARCO CULTURA
by Movies News Desk
Cinema Audio Society Plans Tribute to Stefan Kudelski at 49th Annual CAS Awards Dinner, 2/16
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: New Poster for IRON MAN 3 Released
by Movies News Desk
Sundance Film Festival Presents MOTHER OF GEORGE Screening and Talkback at Nashville's Belcourt Theatre Tonight
by Movies News Desk
THE HUNGER GAMES Producer Nina Jacobson Speaks at Hollywood Networking Breakfast Today
by Movies News Desk
Sound City Players to Commemorate SOUND CITY Film Premiere Tonight
by Movies News Desk
Meryl Streep Narrates Thirteen's THE 70's - BOLD AND FEARLESS Tonight
by TV News Desk
The Garden Theatre Hosts StarLite Film Festival, Now thru 2/2
by Movies News Desk
BAFTA Announces First Ever 'Theatrical' Release for Nominated Short Films
by Movies News Desk
VIDEO: Paul Rudd & Seth Rogen Tease Samsung Super Bowl Ad
by TV News Desk
Veverka Brothers' New Documentary PASSFIRE Records World's Most Amazing Fireworks
by Movies News Desk
Photo Flash: New Images from Edgar Wright's THE WORLD'S END
by Movies News Desk
Frank Langella to Portray Reagan Advisor in Mike Newell's REYKJAVIK
by Movies News Desk
HISTORY OF THE EAGLES Documentary to Premiere on Showtime, 2/15
by TV News Desk
Relativity Media Acquires Jim Carrey Action Comedy LOOMIS FARGO
by Movies News Desk
Academy to Present Public Events to Celebrate 2012 OSCAR Nominees
by Movies News Desk
Alcon Entertainment Promotes David Fierson to General Counsel
by Movies News Desk
Mark Wahlberg Reveals Details for the Upcoming ENTOURAGE Movie
by TV News Desk
G.I. JOE's Jon Chu May Helm Disney's MATCHED
by Movies News Desk
Dustin Hoffman Dishes on His Directorial Debut in New Issue of AARP
by Movies News Desk
Kenneth Branagh in Talks to Helm Disney's CINDERELLA Remake
by Movies News Desk
Daniel Craig May be Written Out of GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO Sequels
by Movies News Desk
Mark Duplass Signs on for Stephen King's MERCY
by Movies News Desk
Tony Winner Nina Arianda Joins Toni Collette in LUCKY THEM Comedy Film
by Movies News Desk
Original Sountrack to SOUND CITY Released Today
by Movies News Desk
Video Trailer: Zombies Take Over in WARM BODIES - 1
by BWW News Desk
Video Trailer: Zombies Take Over in WARM BODIES, Out Today
by Movies News Desk
Video Trailer: THE HAUNTING IN CONNECTICUT 2, In Theaters Today
by Movies News Desk
MARKED MAN Premieres at San Diego Black Film Festival Today
by Movies News Desk
PAUL TAYLOR: DANCEMAKER, SPARKLE, USED CARS and More Set for Film Society of Lincoln Center, Feb 2013
by Movies News Desk
Former NYC Mayor & 'People's Court' Judge Ed Koch Dies at 88
by TV News Desk
Photo Flash: Hasty Pudding Honors Marion Cotillard as 'Woman of the Year'
by Movies News Desk
Netflix Makes First HOUSE OF CARDS Episode Available to Non-Members, Beg. Today
by TV News Desk
Mark Wahlberg and TED to Present at ACADEMY AWARDS
by Movies News Desk
STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS App Now Available For Free From App Store & Google Play
by Movies News Desk
New Hampshire
New Hampshire Theatre Awards, 1/26
by Daniel Adams
Photo Flash: First Look at New Hampshire Theatre Awards 11
by Daniel Adams
New Jersey
BWW Interviews: Creative Team of 4th Wall Theatre HAVING OUR SAY
by Gregory G. Allen
BWW Interviews: Paper Mill Playhouse's John Treacy Egan Talks LEND ME A TENOR and More
by Gregory G. Allen
STAGE TUBE: Nikkole Salter Talks CARNAVAL, Premiering at Luna Stage Tonight
by Stage Tube
New Orleans
BWW Reviews: Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents AVENUE Q
by Heidi Scheuermann
Norfolk
STAGE TUBE: Stars of Virginia Stage's Broadway-Bound FROG KISS Perform on WGNT
by Stage Tube
Orlando
DAYS OF OUR LIVES Stars Set for Universal Orlando Fan Event
by TV News Desk
Review Roundup: Rock N' Roll Drama STEREOPHONIC Opens On Broadway
The new rock n' roll-centric play Stereophonic brings the drama of the recording studio to life at Broadway’s Golden Theatre, opening tonight! See what the critics had to say!
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Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams To Announce 2024 Drama League Nominations
Broadway stars Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams join forces to announce the 2024 Drama League Nominees, marking a significant event in the theatre industry.
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Eddie Redmayne to Appear on GMA Next Week
Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne on Good Morning America next week! On Thursday April 25, the Cabaret star will be on GMA to talk the new production, which is currently in previews. In Cabaret, he plays 'The Emcee', a role played by Joel Grey in the 1966 and 1987 Broadway productions. At this time, it is unknown if he will be performing a number from the show.
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Photos & Video: Get a First Look at HELL'S KITCHEN on Broadway
Get a first look at photos of Hell's Kitchen on Broadway!
Videos
