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The Underground Railroad, a vast network of people who helped fugitive slaves escape to the North and to Canada, was not run by any single organization or person. Rather, it consisted of many individuals -- many whites but predominently black -- who knew only of the local efforts to aid fugitives and not of the overall operation. Still, it effectively moved hundreds of slaves northward each year -- according to one estimate, the South lost 100,000 slaves between 1810 and 1850.

Mendelssohn Choir Of Pittsburgh's Music Director To Step Down Photo Mendelssohn Choir Of Pittsburgh's Music Director To Step Down
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2023

The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh (MCP) has announced that Matthew Mehaffey, the choir's Robert Page Music Director, will be leaving at the end of the 2022-'23 season. During his seven seasons with the choir, Mehaffey expanded its reach through compelling storytelling, unconventional collaboration...


Taibi Magar to Direct THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL at New York Theatre Workshop Photo Taibi Magar to Direct THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL at New York Theatre Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 20, 2022

New York Theatre Workshop has announced that Obie Award winner and NYTW Usual Suspect Taibi Magar (Help) will direct the previously announced production of The Half-God of Rainfall by Hay Festival Medal for Poetry winner Inua Ellams (Barber Shop Chronicles), part of NYTW’s 2022/23 season....


Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops Announce 2023-2024 Season Featuring Photo Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops Announce 2023-2024 Season Featuring HAMLET, THE FIREBIRD & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 22, 2023

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops announced details for the 2023-24 season, Louis Langrée’s eleventh and final season as Music Director of the Orchestra....


Ars Nova Announces February 2023 Lineup Featuring Rachel Lark & More Photo Ars Nova Announces February 2023 Lineup Featuring Rachel Lark & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2023

Ars Nova has announce details for performances taking place in February 2023. Singer/songwriter, producer, and playwright Rachel Lark takes center stage in Rachel Lark: Anthems & Confessions For A Complicated World on February 3....


Ars Nova Sets March 2023 Lineup Featuring Mayte Natalio, Roderick Woodruff & More Photo Ars Nova Sets March 2023 Lineup Featuring Mayte Natalio, Roderick Woodruff & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 07, 2023

Ars Nova has announced details for performances taking place in March 2023. See performers and how to purchase tickets....


Ars Nova to Present THE CAMP BONFIRE SERIES, Four-Night Festival of New Comedy Photo Ars Nova to Present THE CAMP BONFIRE SERIES, Four-Night Festival of New Comedy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 06, 2023

Ars Nova has announced details for the third edition of The CAMP Bonfire Series, a four-night festival of new comedy works created by the organization’s resident comedy artists....


Lili Reinhart, Carey Mulligan, Dede Gardner & More Announced as Honorees for 2022 WIF Photo Lili Reinhart, Carey Mulligan, Dede Gardner & More Announced as Honorees for 2022 WIF Honors
by Michael Major - September 29, 2022

They will join the women previously announced to receive Crystal Awards—”Abbott Elementary” creator Quinta Brunson, “The Woman King” director Gina Prince-Bythewood, and “Don’t Worry Darling” writer and director Katie Silberman and Olivia Wilde—as well as Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award recipient Micha...


Preview Performances of DES MOINES at Theatre for a New Audience Rescheduled to Due C Photo Preview Performances of DES MOINES at Theatre for a New Audience Rescheduled to Due Covid
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 28, 2022

Due to Covid cases within the company, Theatre for a New Audience is canceling five preview performances of the Off-Broadway premiere of iconic American writer Denis Johnson's Des Moines, directed by Arin Arbus and featuring Johanna Day, Arliss Howard, Hari Nef, Michael Shannon, and Heather Alicia S...


Page 73 Announces Playwriting Fellowship Semifinalists Photo Page 73 Announces Playwriting Fellowship Semifinalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 19, 2022

Page 73 has announced 13 semifinalists for the 2023 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship. The selected playwright will be Page 73’s 20th Fellow, honored during the organization’s 25th anniversary year....


Photos: Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and More Attend Opening Night of THE APP Photo Photos: Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and More Attend Opening Night of THE APPOINTMENT
by Bruce Glikas - January 20, 2023

Lightning Rod Special presents a return engagement of their critically acclaimed musical The Appointment. The production had its opening night recently, and stars attended include Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and more. Check out photos here!...


William Jackson Harper & April Matthis to Star in PRIMARY TRUST World Premiere at Rou Photo William Jackson Harper & April Matthis to Star in PRIMARY TRUST World Premiere at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 29, 2022

Roundabout Theatre Company's world premiere of Primary Trust by playwright Eboni Booth, directed by Knud Adams, will star Emmy Award nominee William Jackson Harper (“The Underground Railroad”) and Obie and Outer Critics Circle Award winner April Matthis (The Piano Lesson)....


Lightning Rod Special to Present Return Engagement of THE APPOINTMENT at WP Theater i Photo Lightning Rod Special to Present Return Engagement of THE APPOINTMENT at WP Theater in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 06, 2022

Lightning Rod Special will present a return engagement of their critically acclaimed musical The Appointment, lead written by Alice Yorke (SPEECH), Eva Steinmetz (SIGN FELT!), Scott R. Sheppard (Underground Railroad Game), and Alex Bechtel (The Light Princess)....


Stephen Colbert, Tom Felton, Constance Wu, George R.R. Martin, & More Join Symphony S Photo Stephen Colbert, Tom Felton, Constance Wu, George R.R. Martin, & More Join Symphony Space 2022-23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 29, 2022

Symphony Space has announced additional programming and participants in its 2022-23 season, an array of live events that bring literature to life, spark conversation, and provide intimate encounters with wide-ranging musical artists....


Arts Garage in Delray Beach Will Present THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN Next Month Photo Arts Garage in Delray Beach Will Present THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 18, 2023

Marjorie Waldo, President & CEO of Arts Garage, has announced the nonprofit organization's 2022-2023 theater season will conclude next month with another thought-provoking production....


NORTH THE MUSICAL Premieres At Chandler Center For The Arts Next Month Photo NORTH THE MUSICAL Premieres At Chandler Center For The Arts Next Month
by Stephi Wild - October 07, 2022

Chandler Center for the Arts brings the premiere of NORTH, a vibrant new musical theater production conceived and created by writer and composer Ashli St. Armant, in November 2022....


MÄLKKI LEADS DVOŘÁK & More Lead Los Angeles' March Theater Top Picks Photo MÄLKKI LEADS DVOŘÁK & More Lead Los Angeles' March Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - March 01, 2023

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. This month's top picks include Mälkki Leads Dvořák and more!...


The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati Presents TCT ON TOUR Shows for 2023-24 Season Photo The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati Presents TCT ON TOUR Shows for 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 30, 2023

The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) will present four TCT On Tour productions to audiences around the region – and the country!...


Disney Releases 'ANDOR: Volume 3 (Episodes 9-12) (Original Score)' Digital Soundtrack Photo Disney Releases 'ANDOR: Volume 3 (Episodes 9-12) (Original Score)' Digital Soundtrack
by Michael Major - December 09, 2022

It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero. The original live action series is created by Tony Gilroy and executive produced by Kathleen Kennedy, Tony Gilroy, Sanne Wohlenberg, Diego Luna and Michelle Re...


Interview: Inside Paul Moravec's 'Method' of Composing A NATION OF OTHERS Photo Interview: Inside Paul Moravec's 'Method' of Composing A NATION OF OTHERS
by Richard Sasanow - November 07, 2022

When Paul Moravec calls himself as “a sort of Method composer,” in describing his work on A NATION OF OTHERS, commissioned for the Oratorio Society of NY, debuting at Carnegie Hall on Nov. 15, he’s likening his writing to the “Method Acting” technique: getting inside the heads of his characters, und...


Playhouse Square To Present Comedy, Concerts And More In February Photo Playhouse Square To Present Comedy, Concerts And More In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 23, 2023

Playhouse Square will welcome unique shows to its stages this February, spanning comedy, music, theatrical performances and more. ...


Ars Nova Announces January 2023 Lineup Featuring SHOWGASM: THE CAMP EDITION & More Photo Ars Nova Announces January 2023 Lineup Featuring SHOWGASM: THE CAMP EDITION & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 13, 2022

Ars Nova has announced complete details for performances taking place in January along with highlights and updates for its Spring 2023 season....


Ars Nova Announces 2023 Residencies Welcoming 13 New Artists and Groups to its Reside Photo Ars Nova Announces 2023 Residencies Welcoming 13 New Artists and Groups to its Resident Artist Community
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 09, 2022

Ars Nova has announced 13 new artists and groups selected for 2023 residencies. Ars Nova’s dynamic slate of artist residencies and commissions supports outside-the-box thinking and encourages innovative, genre-bending work....


UPCYCLED CINDERELLA - An Imaginative Children's Show is Coming to Little Theatre of M Photo UPCYCLED CINDERELLA - An Imaginative Children's Show is Coming to Little Theatre of Manchester
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 10, 2023

AN IMAGINATIVE CHILDREN'S SHOW UPCYCLED CINDERELLA is coming to Little Theatre of Manchester on April 22!...


THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD Comes to Springfield Ahead of Potential New York Run Photo THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD Comes to Springfield Ahead of Potential New York Run
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2023

Springfield, IL – historically significant as the State Capitol AND the place Abraham Lincoln called home from 1837-1861- when he began his tenure in The White House as one of the most lauded presidents in history-will serve as host for a joyous and riveting new musical love story....


Northern Liberties Celebrates Black History Month With New Audio Tour and Debut Of WI Photo Northern Liberties Celebrates Black History Month With New Audio Tour and Debut Of WINDOW STORIES
by Stephi Wild - February 02, 2023

Northern Liberties Business Improvement District announces plans to celebrate the neighborhood’s rich history this February. Launching for Black History Month are two new activations, including a new Audio Walking Tour: Northern Liberties Black History and Window Stories, a series of vinyl window cl...






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