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Interview: 'Everything is Based on Consent': Performers Ross Sands and Manny Tsakanik Photo Interview: 'Everything is Based on Consent': Performers Ross Sands and Manny Tsakanika on Respect, Safety and Boundaries in MAGIC MIKE LIVE
by Kat Mokrynski - January 09, 2024

I had the opportunity to chat with Manny Tsakanika And Ross Sands, two of the performers who have been with Magic Mike Live for the entirety of its five-year run. We discussed what it has been like to see the show grow, what made them want to be a part of it, and what they hope audience members take...
Review: FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Alliance Theatre Photo Review: FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Alliance Theatre
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - February 19, 2024

The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition 20th competition winner FURLOUGH’S PARADISE written by a.k. payne and directed by Tinashe Kajese-Bolden has its world premiere on the Hertz Stage at Alliance Theatre Jan 31 – Mar 3, 2024. ...
Lizzie No Shares 'Halfsies' Feat. Allison Russell And Attacca Quartet Photo Lizzie No Shares 'Halfsies' Feat. Allison Russell And Attacca Quartet
by Michael Major - January 18, 2024

Lizzie No collaborates with Allison Russell and members of Attacca Quartet on new album 'Halfsies.' The album's opening song features Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Allison Russell and strings from members of the Grammy-winning group Attacca Quartet, who deliver a frenetic, inescapable tension tha...
Review: OKLAHOMA! at Center Stage Theatre Photo Review: OKLAHOMA! at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - February 18, 2024

What did our critic think of OKLAHOMA! at Center Stage Theatre?...
Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Announce The 20th Annual EVE OF THE EVE Show At Rhapsody Photo Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Announce The 20th Annual EVE OF THE EVE Show At Rhapsody Theater December 30
by A.A. Cristi - November 13, 2023

One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell will perform their 20th Annual Eve of the Eve show at The Rhapsody Theater, 1328 W. Morse, Friday, December 30th, at 8:30 pm....
Interview: Kelly Jenrette Doesn't Draw LINES IN THE DUST Photo Interview: Kelly Jenrette Doesn't Draw LINES IN THE DUST
by Gil Kaan - November 05, 2023

Collaborative Artists Bloc & Support Black Theatre will West Coast premiere Nikkole Salter’s Lines in the Dust November 4, 2023 at the Matrix Theatre. Desean K. Terry directs the cast of Kelly Jenrette, Erica Tazel and Tony Pasqualini, with Kelly and Erica playing the dual roles of Beverly and Denit...
Industry Pro Newsletter: High Staff Turnover in Pittsburgh, Chicago's Storefront Scen Photo Industry Pro Newsletter: High Staff Turnover in Pittsburgh, Chicago's Storefront Scene Faces a Storefront Crisis
by Alex Freeman - October 10, 2023

This week, we’re looking at a few different crises facing theatres across the globe - from Pittsburgh, a story on staff turnover causing many organizations to raise wages, causing a new kind of financial strain. Data from Colleen Dilenschnieder suggests that many patrons of arts organizations might ...
GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Photo GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - February 24, 2024

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with t...
Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Six - The Siren Photo Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Six - The Siren
by Stephen Mosher - November 06, 2023

Today, we return to The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE SIREN...
Industry Insiders Share Thoughts on the Broadway Season and Hopes for 2024 Photo Industry Insiders Share Thoughts on the Broadway Season and Hopes for 2024
by Team BWW - December 29, 2023

Before the 2024 season begins, BroadwayWorld is taking a pause to reflect on this past year in theatre, surveying dozens of Broadway insiders, from producers to writers; marketing experts to press representatives. Find out what they had to say about 2023......
Interview: Broadway's Newest Power Producer, LaChanze, Talks JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAI Photo Interview: Broadway's Newest Power Producer, LaChanze, Talks JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More
by A.A. Cristi - November 12, 2023

One of Broadway's best, Tony Award-winner LaChanze, has broken the fourth wall and crossing the footlights to perform a new role- producer. Read our interview with this theatrical legend!...
Interview: 'It Brings a Lot of Joy': Actors Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Za Photo Interview: 'It Brings a Lot of Joy': Actors Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Zamit on Returning to PETER PAN GOES WRONG
by Kat Mokrynski - December 14, 2023

BroadwayWorld sat down to chat with some of original Mischief Theatre group - Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill and Nancy Zamit, who are all back in the show on the West End for the festive season....
Award Winning Mark Burnell Releases New Album GOSPEL PIANO Photo Award Winning Mark Burnell Releases New Album GOSPEL PIANO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 11, 2023

Mark Burnell releases his new album 'GOSPEL PIANO,' featuring seven tracks of African American spirituals and gospel music. Hailed as 'silky smooth and highly polished,' Mark's rich and unique style shines through in this instrumental recording. ...
HERE To Be Led By Three Co-Directors in New Leadership Structure Photo HERE To Be Led By Three Co-Directors in New Leadership Structure
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 26, 2024

HERE has unveiled a new leadership structure where the boundary pushing organization will be led by three Co-Directors....
Review: THE CHILDREN at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre Photo Review: THE CHILDREN at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - February 08, 2024

A well-crafted production directed by Corey McMahon...
Broadway Buying Guide: February 5, 2024- Get Tickets to SWEENEY TODD, HADESTOWN and M Photo Broadway Buying Guide: February 5, 2024- Get Tickets to SWEENEY TODD, HADESTOWN and More
by Team BWW - February 05, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 5, 2024....
Rosemary Loar Stars In STING*CHRONICITY At Centenary Stages Fringe Festival Photo Rosemary Loar Stars In STING*CHRONICITY At Centenary Stages Fringe Festival
by A.A. Cristi - October 17, 2023

Centenary Stages Fringe Festival will present Broadway veteran and award winning cabaret artist, Rosemary Loar, in her critically acclaimed show STING*chronicity. ...
Broadway Training Center Of Westchester to Present 2024 Winter Gala in January Photo Broadway Training Center Of Westchester to Present 2024 Winter Gala in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 16, 2023

Broadway Training Center (BTC) Winter Gala 2024 honors Jason & Fiona, Co-Executive Artistic Directors. Enjoy performances, food, auctions, and raffles. ...
Bryan Cranston Reflects on Working With Bill Hayes on DAYS OF OUR LIVES Photo Bryan Cranston Reflects on Working With Bill Hayes on DAYS OF OUR LIVES
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2024

Bryan Cranston recently reflected on his work with the late Bill Hayes in a comment on the actor's obituary on Deadline. Cranston worked with Hayes on Days Of Our Lives, what he describes as one of his first professional acting jobs....
Lost Nation Theater Presents Willem Lange's Telling of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STO Photo Lost Nation Theater Presents Willem Lange's Telling of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STORY, December 19
by A.A. Cristi - December 08, 2023

Willem Lange returns to Lost Nation Theater with his rendition of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Don't miss this ghostly holiday performance!...
Interview: Giselle Gutierrez Talks MRS. DOUBTFIRE THE MUSICAL National Tour at Ohio T Photo Interview: Giselle Gutierrez Talks MRS. DOUBTFIRE THE MUSICAL National Tour at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - October 17, 2023

“I definitely am trying to overcome imposter syndrome,” the Central Florida University sophomore said. “I haven’t been doing theater for very long and I am trying to silence that little voice in my head, saying I’m not good enough to be in the room with these very accomplished people.”...
Review: ONCE MORE, JUST FOR YOU At Seattle Public Theater Photo Review: ONCE MORE, JUST FOR YOU At Seattle Public Theater
by Shelley Dean - February 19, 2024

Seattle Public Theater is currently hosting the world premiere of Maggie Lee’s play, Once More, Just For You, directed by Amy Poisson. With a three-person cast and a homemade time travel machine, this show could be of particular interest to Seattle’s sci-fi fans. ...
Interview: Zachary Reeve Davidson of Coin & Ghost On Directing MAMA MAMA CAN'T YOU SE Photo Interview: Zachary Reeve Davidson of Coin & Ghost On Directing MAMA MAMA CAN'T YOU SEE
by Shari Barrett - November 09, 2023

Zachary Reeve Davidson is the Founding Artistic Director of Coin & Ghost, the group presenting Mama Mama Can’t You See, an explosive new play about human connection and the mythology of war written by ex-Marine Stan Mayer and Cecilia Fairchild. Davidson is directing and choreographing, opening Novem...
Bendigo Fletcher Announce North American Headline Tour Photo Bendigo Fletcher Announce North American Headline Tour
by Michael Major - January 16, 2024

Louisville, KY's Bendigo Fletcher have announced they will embark on a North American headline tour this spring. The 33-city trek kicks off on March 8 in Indianapolis, visits major markets coast-to-coast, and wraps on May 11 in Cincinnati. Check out upcoming tour dates now!...
Review: PORTIA COUGHLAN, Almeida Theatre Photo Review: PORTIA COUGHLAN, Almeida Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - October 18, 2023

Marina Carr’s award-winning play returns to London directed by Carrie Cracknell and starring Conversations with Friends starlet Alison Oliver (who trod the same boards earlier this year in Women, Beware the Devil). A compelling analysis of toxic dysfunction and female pain, Portia Coughlan is a jarr...




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