BWW Review: LBJ Historidrama Compels at Cleveland Play House
by Roy Berko
- Sep 26, 2016
Our nation is in the midst of a national election, and local theatres have responded with a series of plays that examine various foibles and stories of political intrigue. Ensemble is staging former County Commissioner Peter Lawson Jones' THE BLOODLESS JUNGLE (September 15-October 2) about a rising idealistic political star running for a pivotal Congressional seat. The Musical Theater Project is featuring THE CRADLE WILL ROCK (September 21 & September 25), a play about Unionism with political undertones. Cleveland Public Theatre is presenting 44 PLAYS FOR 44 PRESIDENTS (October 6-29), which showcases the life and times of the 44 Presidents of the United States, featuring an all-female cast. And, Cleveland Play House just opened ALL THE WAY (September 17-October 9), a Tony-Award winning drama that examines the power of one person to transform a country.
Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 1/29; Pre-Broadway EMPIRE in L.A., VIOLET in Denver and More!
by BWW Special Coverage
- Jan 29, 2016
This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Milwaukee, Los Angeles, Denver, and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include OF MICE AND MEN at Milwaukee Rep, the pre-Broadway engagement of EMPIRE in Los Angeles, and VIOLET in Denver, just to name a few.
BWW Review: Funny, Throught-provoking THE REALISTIC JONESES at Dobama
by Roy Berko
- Jan 25, 2016
What do Tracy Letts (SUPERIOR DONUTS), Yasmina Reza (GOD OF CARNAGE), Amy Herzog (4000 MILES), and David Adjmi (MARIE ANTOINETTE) have in common. Their names all appear on the best new contemporary playwrights' lists. Many also are names which, if you have been to Dobama during the past couple of years, you have seen their plays produced.
BWW Review: TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE at Playhouse On Park
by Joseph Harrison
- Oct 5, 2015
At the beginning of the premiere production of Playhouse on Park's seventh season, TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE, we learn that we are present for the last class taught by Morrie Schwartz, and that Mitch Albom, the author of the book on which the play is based, will be the sole student. But seated in the audience, I felt that wasn't exactly true. I too, was a student of Morrie's, learning along with Mitch, the life lessons that he conveyed in such a straightforward and loving way.
Playhouse on Park to Open Season with TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 16, 2015
Playhouse on Park is pleased to present Mitch Albom's Tuesdays With Morrie, the first of many dynamic shows included in its Season Seven Main Stage Series. Fans of the touching and unforgettable book will be thrilled to see this story come to life on stage. Opening night is Friday, October 2.
BROADWAY FOR ALL Will Launch 2015 Summer Showcase on 8/2
by Nicole Rosky
- Jul 29, 2015
Broadway For All just announced its 2015 Summer Showcase, held at the Sheen Center (18 Bleecker Street) on Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 8:00pm. All tickets are $30 and can be purchased at broadwayforall.org.
54 Below Concert Celebrates Kent State Alumni and Current Students Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 27, 2015
54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents A Night with Kent State University tonight, March 27, 2015 at 11:30pm. A Night with Kent State University is a one night only concert celebrating the alumni and current students of The Kent State Musical Theatre Program.
Antoinette Comer, Elizabeth Casper & More Set for A NIGHT WITH KENT STATE UNIVERSITY at 54 Below
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 20, 2015
54 BELOW?, Broadway's Supper Club, presents A Night with Kent State University on Friday March 27, 2015 at 11:30pm. A Night with Kent State University is a onenight only concert celebrating the alumni of The Kent State Musical Theatre Program?. The concert will feature performances from artists Antoinette Comer (current cast of Mama Mia!) Elizabeth Casper (Rock of Ages, Hair, Grease), Justin Gentry (Saturday Night Fever), Danny Caraballo (Buddy:The Buddy Holly Story), Colleen Longshaw (Kiss Me, Kate), Sarah Roussos (Hairspray) and others, and will include song selections from Broadway, pop, and Disney favorites. The performance will be directed by John Moauro (Hair) and assistant directed by Chris Richards?, with music direction by Vincent Ester?. Andrew Morton ?stage manages.
54 Below Concert to Celebrate Kent State Alumni and Current Students, 3/27
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 12, 2015
54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents A Night with Kent State University on Friday March 27, 2015 at 11:30pm. A Night with Kent State University is a one night only concert celebrating the alumni and current students of The Kent State Musical Theatre Program.
Breaking News: Full Cast Announced for Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND- Watch Just-Released TV Spot!
by Nicole Rosky
- Feb 2, 2015
Finding Neverland, starring Matthew Morrison, Kelsey Grammer, Laura Michelle Kelly, and Carolee Carmello, will begin previews on Sunday, March 15, 2015 at Broadway's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street), and will open on Wednesday, April 15. Below, check out a just-released television spot for the new musical!
Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of ELF at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Jennifer Broski
- Nov 20, 2014
Based on the 2003 film starring Will Ferrell, Elf has a book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin, music by Matthew Sklar and lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Elf will be directed by Eric Ankrim and choreographed by Josh Rhodes. Elf will run eight times a week at the Millburn, New Jersey, theater from November 26, 2014, through January 4, 2015.
CLEVELAND CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS 2013
by Roy Berko
- Dec 27, 2013
It is the purpose of THE CLEVELAND CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS to recognize outstanding Cleveland area productions, performers, directors and designers who contributed to the professional theatre scene during the 2013 season. For a listing of the theatres considered for 'Best of' and 'Superior Achievement' awards, go to: clevelandtheaterreviews.com
TIMES THEATRE TRIBUTES 2013
by Roy Berko
- Dec 30, 2013
Greater Cleveland is blessed with a vital theatre scene. It is the purpose of the TIMES THEATRE TRIBUTES to recognize theatrical experiences that, in the view of this reviewer, were excellent and deserve recognition.
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