Student Blog: Zodiac Signs of Tony-Nominated Musicals
by Student Blogger: Madison Moore - Mar 22, 2021
The criteria are that these shows have been nominated for Best Musical from the 3rd Tony Awards (the ceremony that started the Best Musical category) in 1949 to the nominations of what will now be the 74th Tony Awards in 2021. I will be determining their signs based upon their Broadway premiere date. With those rules in mind, here we go!
Celebrating Women's History Month: Women in Theatre Through the Decades: 1960s-1970s
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2021
With Women in Theatre Through the Decades, we will be highlighting the vital role that women have played in theatre history, showcasing those who paved the way and who continue to make history today. This week, we are highlighting the accomplishments of women in theatre throughout the 1960s and the 1970s!
BWW Flashback: Remembering the Late Christopher Plummer
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 5, 2021
As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, stage and screen star Christopher Plummer has passed away at the age of 91. Now we've collected some of Plummer's most memorable performances, from Shakespeare to The Sound of Music.
YOU I LIKE: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF JERRY HERMAN Now Available Through February 7
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021
Pasadena Playhouse, The State Theater of California, presents You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman, a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles and many more, now through February 7, 2021 on PlayhouseLive.
The Town Hall Presents Two Streaming Concerts: Mariza and Judy Collins
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2020
The Town Hall has announced two streaming concert events to kick off 2021. The great Judy Collins will film a show onstage at The Town Hall to be broadcast February 12 and Mariza will record a concert in Lisbon, Portugal to be webcast January 29. Tickets to each event are $40 and go on sale December 1.
REELZ Will Premiere a Series of New Music Documentaries
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 18, 2020
REELZ today announced its December 2020 premieres with a music themed lineup of new specials, new episodes of returning original series and the REELZ premieres of music documentaries Queen and Adam Lambert: The Show Must Go On, ZZ Top: That Little Ol' Band from Texas and Keith Richards: You Can't Rock Me.
Bloomingdale School Of Music Presents Virtual Faculty Concert Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2020
Bloomingdale School of Music has announced the Faculty Concert Series as part of the School's Community Music Events on October 9, 23, and 30, 2020 at 7pm via Zoom. The concerts, free and open to the public, feature themes of South American Sounds on October 9, Music With A Voice on October 23, and Musical Imageries on October 30.
Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage Continues 34th Season With RFK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2020
NORWALK, CT - Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's professional award-winning theatre company continues its 34th Season with RFK, the story of Robert F. Kennedy and his growth from husband and father to grieving brother and finally to Democratic Presidential candidate when he was infamously assassinated.
BWW Exclusive: THE BEATLES 101 GREATEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - Ranking the Best of John, Paul, George & Ringo (Including Their Solo Hits)
by Peter Nason - May 12, 2020
BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest Beatles songs, including some of the fab four's solo works. They're all here: 'Twist and Shout,' 'In My Life,' 'Helter Skelter,' 'Imagine,' 'Something,' 'Maybe I'm Amazed,' 'Let It Be.' See if your favorites made the grade!
VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at 'Step In Time' from MARY POPPINS!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2020
In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the greatest dance numbers in musical theater history!
The 101 Greatest Showtunes from 1920-2020
by Peter Nason - Mar 19, 2020
How do we make a list of the 101 greatest show tunes from the past 100 years? Well, we did the near-impossible task. Check out our full list here!
Tony Iommi 'Monkey' 1964 SG Special Replica From Black Sabbath Legend Available Worldwide
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2020
By leveraging its iconic past and leaning into an innovative future, Gibson has set the stage for the next era of shaping sound for present and future generations, genders and genres of music. Gibson is proud to partner with the legendary guitarist of Black Sabbath, Tony Iommi to create the Tony Iommi “Monkey” 1964 SG Special Replica, a limited edition of his beloved 1964 Special SG. The Tony Iommi “Monkey” 1964 SG Special Replica is available worldwide at Authorized Gibson Dealers.
130+ Musicals That You Can Stream Now!
by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021
Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.