Photos: First look at Red Herring's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
by Jerri Shafer
- May 4, 2022
Casey has just been fired from his Elvis impersonator gig at a Florida dive bar and replaced by a B-level drag show. To make things worse, he’s broke and just found out that his girlfriend is having a baby. After filling in for one of the drag queens one night, he decides to trade in his sequin jumpsuit for a sequin dress. With Miss Tracy’s help, he becomes a star. Along the way, he learns a whole lot about himself and show business in this funny and touching show.
Written by Matthew Lopez, Directed by David Allen Vargo, the Cast includes: Doug Joseph, David Bahgat, Aaron Natarelli, Alicia Hoffman, Bill Hafner, Nick Martin, D.C. Simpson and Maja Jera
The Legend of Georgia McBride performances run May 5 thru May 22, 2022, at Red Herring Theater, 3723 S. High St. Columbus, Ohio. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.redherringtheater.org/
Photos: First look at Red Herring Productions' THE SCHEDULE
by Jerri Shafer
- Feb 16, 2022
Andy is an agent and a fixer in Tinsletown. When one of his clients makes a huge mistake, he has to jump into action to save both of their careers. That’s where the fun begins.
The Schedule, written by Sheldon Gleisser is directed by Michael Garrett Herring. The cast includes: Nick Martin as Denny Monroe, Michael Herring as Andy Zeleznick, Rachel Scherrer as Clementine Folkes, and Julia Cannell as Woman.
The show runs February 17 through March 6, 2022 at Red Herring Theater, 3723 S High ST, Columbus OH 43207. Red Herring Theater values the health and safety of our patrons and our artists, and requires proof of at least one dose of an approved COVID vaccine and the wearing of a mask while at the Theater. For more information about Red Herring Theater Company, the Theater, the 2022 season or any other questions, visit: RedHerringTheater.org or call (614) 723-9116.
BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Adelina Mitchell
by Elliot Lanes
- Jun 21, 2021
Sometimes a young artist makes a big impression on an ornery arts reviewer first time out of the box. Today’s subject Adelina Mitchell did just that to me and my wife a few years ago. More on that later on in the column. Now you can see her incredible talents for yourselves from the comfort of your own home Constellation Theatre Company’s streaming presentation of The Last Five Years. The production is available from June 22nd through July 11th.
THE BAND'S VISIT, JITNEY, And More Nominated for 2020 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi
- Feb 3, 2020
Tonight, at a celebration honoring theatre excellence on stages across the Washington area, theatre artists, administrators, patrons, and special guests gathered in the National Theatre's Helen Hayes Gallery for theatreWashington's announcement of nominees for the 36th Annual Helen Hayes Awards, which will be presented on Monday, May 18 at an event at the Anthem.
Wright State University Theatre Presents ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
by Stephi Wild
- Jan 23, 2020
Wright State University Theatre continues its 45th season in the Herbst Theatre with the classic Ibsen play, An Enemy of the People, running from February 21st a?' March 1st. This drama shocked the world when it premiered nearly a century and half ago, but its story still resonates today with its themes of majority rule vs minority rights, freedom of the press, and a?' for the first time in Western drama a?' the subject of pollution and the environment. Henrik Ibsen, one of the world's most popular and influential playwrights himself, even declared, a?oeI am still uncertain as to whether I should call An Enemy of the People a comedy or a straight drama. It may have many traits of comedy, but it also is based on a serious idea.' This play has been considered one of Ibsen's finest works, coming from the playwright who authored, A Doll's House.
WSU Presents THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by Stephi Wild
- Oct 2, 2019
Wright State University Theatre continues its 54th season in the Festival Playhouse with the family-friendly musical comedy, The Addams Family, running from October 31st a?' November 17th. Toronto Post City proclaimed: a?oeIt will entertain you to death!a?? This Broadway musical inspired by Charles Addams's well-known cartoons is sure to delight audiences of all ages a?' bringing to the stage the beloved, ghoulish American family living in a haunted house with an affinity for all things macabre, featuring an original story: it's every father's nightmare.
Photo Flash: GREASE at Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival
by Alan Henry
- Jun 6, 2019
The Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (FLMTF) proudly launches its 2019 season with the smash hit Grease. The show runs June 5 through June 26 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Emerson Park. Get a first look at production photos!
Sleeping With Sirens Announce U.S. Summer Acoustic Tour; New Song ANOTHER DAY Coming Soon
by Macon Prickett
- Jun 4, 2018
Sleeping With Sirens have announced a U.S. acoustic tour for summer 2018 featuring special guests, The Rocket Summer and Kulick. Beginning on July 8 in Columbus, the 26-date stint will make stops throughout the U.S., including New York City, Chicago, San Francisco, and more. The newly announced shows come after nearly 100 live performances worldwide in the past year, including shows with Good Charlotte and Rise Against. Tickets will be available for purchase on Wednesday, June 6 at 10:00am local at sleepingwithsirens.net/tour.
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