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My Brilliant Friend tells the story of Elena Greco, a now-elderly woman who discovers the most important friend in her life, Raffaella "Lila" Cerullo, seems to have disappeared with a trace. A writer, immersed in a house full of books, Greco turns on her computer and starts writing the story of their tempestuous friendship, starting from the point when Elena met Lila their first year of primary school in 1950.

Set in a dangerous and fascinating Naples, their story goes on to cover more than 60 years of their lives as she tries to describe the mystery of Lila, Elena's brilliant friend and

West End Musical THE GRINNING MAN To Have Australian Premiere Photo West End Musical THE GRINNING MAN To Have Australian Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - February 28, 2024

Vass Productions and Salty Theatre will present the Australian premiere of The Grinning Man at Alex Theatre St Kilda from 2 May. ...
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The ten-song LP explores surviving grief, birth, death, and the innate humanness surrounding a challenging and personal journey to becoming a parent.  It was written, recorded, and produced by Eliza with production assistance from the multitalented producer, engineer and instrumentalist Nick Krill -...
Review: LEGALLY BLONDE at Artscape Is Fun, Frothy and Fierce Photo Review: LEGALLY BLONDE at Artscape Is Fun, Frothy and Fierce
by Jaime Uranovsky - February 11, 2024

LEGALLY BLONDE needs little introduction: based on the cult-classic movie of the early 2000s, the story follows blonde bombshell Elle Woods to Harvard Law School as she attempts to win back her ex-boyfriend, Warner Huntington III.  However, Elle’s love story ends up being about so much more than ‘ge...
a.k. payne, Jasmine Naziha Jones & More Named as Finalists for 2024 Susan Smith Black Photo a.k. payne, Jasmine Naziha Jones & More Named as Finalists for 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 06, 2024

The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed the finalists for this prestigious international award honoring women+ playwrights....
Review: POTUS at CVRep Photo Review: POTUS at CVRep
by Kay Kudukis - March 01, 2024

What did our critic think of POTUS at CVRep? POTUS or Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive, now playing at CVRep, premiered on Broadway at The Schubert Theatre in 2022. I...
GROUNDED by Jeanine Tesori to Open The Metropolitan Opera's 2024–25 Season Photo GROUNDED by Jeanine Tesori to Open The Metropolitan Opera's 2024–25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 21, 2024

The Metropolitan Opera has unveiled the 2024–25 season lineup. Learn about the operas being presented and see how to purchase tickets....
Student Blog: One Show to the Next Photo Student Blog: One Show to the Next
by Student Blogger: Natalie Liew - February 19, 2024

I have never been more attached to a show like You’re A Catch, and if I could go back to that week, I would. I’m currently in another show this week for Winchester’s Performing Arts society and even among a different group, I have several cast members singing songs from You’re A Catch that are just ...
Lauren Davidson to Return to Chelsea Table + Stage in March Photo Lauren Davidson to Return to Chelsea Table + Stage in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 24, 2024

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE presents the return of Lauren Davidson, New York's urban-country maven. ...
Alexander Campbell Becomes Artistic Director Of Royal Academy Of Dance Photo Alexander Campbell Becomes Artistic Director Of Royal Academy Of Dance
by Stephi Wild - February 21, 2024

The Royal Academy of Dance has announced Alexander Campbell as its new Artistic Director. Alexander will begin his tenure in April 2024....
Heartbeat Opera Announces Titles for SPRING FEST 2024 Photo Heartbeat Opera Announces Titles for SPRING FEST 2024
by A.A. Cristi - January 31, 2024

Heartbeat Opera returns to Baruch Performing Arts Center with its Spring Festival from April 2-14, 2024. ...
Jaye Maynard to Honor Blossom Dearie at Chelsea Table + Stage Photo Jaye Maynard to Honor Blossom Dearie at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2024

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present vocalist Jaye Maynard in a special show “Bird Amongst the Blossom: A Tribute to the Blossom Dearie Songbook. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....
SPRING AWAKENING Concert Will Celebrate 15th Anniversary of the Show's Original West Photo SPRING AWAKENING Concert Will Celebrate 15th Anniversary of the Show's Original West End Production
by Stephi Wild - February 01, 2024

A 15th Anniversary Concert will take place for the original West End production of Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik’s Tony, Olivier and Grammy award-winning musical SPRING AWAKENING, based on the play by Frank Wedekind....
Interview: Roslyn Kind is Leading With Her Heart in 'The Look of Love / The Island' Photo Interview: Roslyn Kind is Leading With Her Heart in 'The Look of Love / The Island'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 18, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke with Roslyn Kind to discuss her medley 'The Look of Love' and 'The Island'. The musical artist discusses her career, her philosophy on love, and her new music video in this exclusive interview....
Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents 7 Comedy, Jazz, Chamber Music, & Family Friendly Prog Photo Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents 7 Comedy, Jazz, Chamber Music, & Family Friendly Programs In March
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2024

Sierra Madre Playhouse presents a lineup of seven comedy, jazz, chamber music, and family-friendly programs in March 2024. Don't miss out on these exciting events!...
Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé Photo Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé
by Michael Major - March 08, 2024

Since her film debut in Carrie, Betty Buckley has carved out a lengthy history with horror movies. BroadwayWorld caught up with Buckley to discuss working with Jason Blum on her new film, Imaginary, how she got her start in horror films with Carrie, and how she created her new short film, The Mayfly...
Jane Paknia Shares New Single 'Whirlpool' From Debut LP 'Orchid Underneath' Photo Jane Paknia Shares New Single 'Whirlpool' From Debut LP 'Orchid Underneath'
by Michael Major - February 29, 2024

Singer, synth musician, and composer Jane Paknia will release her debut EP, Orchid Underneath, via Eat Your Own Ears Recordings and Everybody's Records. To herald the EP, she shares a new single “Whirlpool.” Earlier singles included the BBC Radio 6-supported “Glimmers” and “Plasma Princess.”...
Mark MacKillop to Present Fourth Edition of DUETS at Chelsea Table + Stage Photo Mark MacKillop to Present Fourth Edition of DUETS at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 15, 2024

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Mark MacKillop, star of West Side Story, Anastasia and Dirty Dancing, with the fourth installment of his “Duets” series. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films Photo Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - January 21, 2024

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway....
Interview: Roslyn Kind is Leading With Her Heart in 'The Look of Love / The Island' Photo Interview: Roslyn Kind is Leading With Her Heart in 'The Look of Love / The Island'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 18, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke with Roslyn Kind to discuss her medley 'The Look of Love' and 'The Island'. The musical artist discusses her career, her philosophy on love, and her new music video in this exclusive interview....
No Name Pops Performs TIMELESS: A Tribute to The Legacy of Peter Nero in April Photo No Name Pops Performs TIMELESS: A Tribute to The Legacy of Peter Nero in April
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2024

 The No Name Pops has announced 'TIMELESS: A Tribute to The Legacy of Peter Nero,' a concert paying homage to the extraordinary career and musical genius of the legendary Peter Nero....
Review: NEW WORKS COLLECTIVE - 2024 at Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis Photo Review: NEW WORKS COLLECTIVE - 2024 at Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis
by Steve Callahan - March 18, 2024

This was a dream of an evening of opera! It vastly exceeded expectations....
Review: HIR, Park Theatre Photo Review: HIR, Park Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - February 22, 2024

In its basic premise and form, Hir is a very traditional piece of theatre. It follows a typical two-act structure and the whole play takes place in one room with the same four characters. Within this familiar form, however, Mac wreaks havoc on the notion of the nuclear family, exploring what takes p...
Interview: Carolyn Ratteray Honors the Women in Her History with BOTH AND Photo Interview: Carolyn Ratteray Honors the Women in Her History with BOTH AND
by Gil Kaan - January 08, 2024

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by Courtney Symes - January 02, 2024

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