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Ages: 12+
Opened: March 5, 2020
Closing: April 05, 2020

A Wonderful World - 2020 - Regional (US) History , Info & More

Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Rd Miami Beach, FL 33139

A world-premiere musical about jazz legend and singular American icon Louis Armstrong, featuring songs recorded and made popular by Armstrong, and original book by Aurin Squire, the multi-talented Opalocka-raised playwright and TV writer (This is Us, The Good Fight), and co-author of last season’s hit Confessions of a Cocaine Cowboy. A Wonderful World, traces Armstrong’s odyssey, the musical genre he helped define, and the complex history of race in America, from the birth of jazz in Armstrong’s native New Orleans to international stardom and the Civil Rights era. Squire focuses his musical drama through the prism of the women in Armstrong’s life. Directed by Drama Desk winner and Tony nominee Christopher Renshaw. Music arranged by Annastasia Victory and Michael O. Mitchell.

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A Wonderful World - 2020 - Regional (US) Articles Page 34

TRW & BMG Join Forces for Musicals Featuring Songs By Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line & More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2019


Lively McCabe Entertainment Co-President Michael Barra proudly announces a slate of three new stage musicals in partnership with licensing agency Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW) and music powerhouse BMG. These initial three projects, all which will have premiere productions in 2020 (TBA), will feature select music from the BMG catalog, as part of their previously announced partnership with Lively McCabe.

SPONGEBOB, THE BAND'S VISIT, And More Announced For AT&T Performing Arts Center 2019/2020 Broadway Series
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2019


The nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center today announced the 2019/2020 season of its Broadway Series, featuring Once on This Island; Bandstand; The Band's Visit; The SpongeBob Musical; An American in Paris and The Color Purple. Season subscribers will also have the option to add Once and Blue Man Group to their season subscription.

Minnesota Orchestra Announces 2019-20 Season Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2019


Music Director Osmo V nsk and the Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra today unveiled plans for the ensemble's 2019-20 season, which runs from September 2019 to June 2020, and includes Classical, Holiday, Live at Orchestra Hall, Chamber Music, Music and Mindfulness, Young People's Concerts, and Sensory-Friendly and Relaxed Family Concerts.

Huntington Theatre Company Announces SWEAT, THE BLUEST EYE, and More in 2019/2020
by Julie Musbach - Mar 26, 2019


Huntington Theatre Company Artistic Director Peter DuBois and Managing Director Michael Maso announce the lineup of their 2019-2020 season, featuring three world premieres, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play, a classic Tony Award-winning comedy by one of the world's most celebrated playwrights, and two adaptations of powerful literary works. 

MEAN GIRLS, COME FROM AWAY, and More Set For SunTrust Broadway's 2019-2020 Season At DPAC
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2019


Direct from New York, Nederlander presents SunTrust Broadway's, 2019 / 2020 Season at DPAC. It's our "Magic of Broadway" Season featuring Disney's ALADDIN, plus seven more incredible productions direct from their hit engagements in New York and London, including the Tony-Winning Best Musical - THE BAND'S VISIT.

Philadelphia Theatre Company Announces 2019-2020 And 45th Anniversary Season
by Julie Musbach - Mar 19, 2019


From the lobby of its home at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre, Philadelphia Theatre Company announced its 45th Anniversary Season last night. Producing Artistic Director Paige Price and Managing Director Emily Zeck announced PTC's slate for 2019-2020, their second producing season at the helm of the theatre. The duo has assembled a line-up of plays that continue the theatre's commitment to seek stories that center around women.

Carousel Theatre for Young People Announces 2019/2020 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2019


On this, World Day of Theatre for Children and Young People, CTYP's Artistic Director Carole Higgins, is thrilled to announce a sparkling 2019/20 Mainstage Playbill of outstanding Theatre for Young Audiences from around the globe.

MEAN GIRLS, ANASTASIA, COME FROM AWAY And More Announced For ASU Gammage 2019-2020 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2019


ASU Gammage has announced its 2019-2020 Desert Financial Broadway Across America -Arizona season. Tempe audiences will come together for a monumental season complete with an electric mix of the hottest shows on Broadway, Valley premieres, Tony Award®-winning shows and the return of a few audience favorites.

BWW Review: Brooklyn's Theater 2020 Makes its Way Into the Woods
by Kristen Morale - Mar 7, 2019


Theater 2020, the only professional theater troupe in Downtown Brooklyn, once again proves itself as a force to be reckoned with with this lovely production of Into the Woods; theirs is a force that brings with it the power and influence a dramatic performance ought to have.

American Blues Theater Announces 2019-2020 Season
by Julie Musbach - Mar 6, 2019


American Blues Theater, under the continued leadership of Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside, announces the lineup for its 2019 - 2020 Season, "Then & Now".

DEAR EVAN HANSEN, THE BAND'S VISIT And More Announced For 2019-20 Season At Hobby Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2019


Mischer Neurosciences Broadway at the Hobby Center announced the lineup of shows for its 2019-2020 Season today. With nine productions including one season option, the season includes a mixture of Blockbuster Tony Award-winners, acclaimed revivals, four market premieres and beloved all-time favorites.

World Premiere Of Mfoniso Udofia's IN OLD AGE Announced At Magic Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2019


Magic Theatre (Loretta Greco, Artistic Director and Cierra Cass, Interim Managing Director) announced today the complete cast of Mfoniso Udofia's World Premiere In Old Age, the Company's first production of 2019. In Old Age will be directed by Victor Malana Maog. Previews begin on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Magic Theatre's Fort Mason location (Fort Mason, 2 Marina Blvd., Building D, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94123), with a press opening on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets range from $15 - $75 and are on-sale now at MagicTheatre.org.

Pennsylvania Ballet Announces 2019-2020 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2019


Today Pennsylvania Ballet announces the 2019-2020 season programming with 12 ballets, featuring three company premieres and five world premieres, including the classic ballet La Bayadere. The company will also pay homage to its roots with an all Balanchine season finale. This new season brings a high-energy, bright and uplifting spirit to the stage.

2019-2020 Meadow Brook Theatre Season Is Announced!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2019


Meadow Brook Theatre's 2019-2020 season has something for everyone with comedies, musicals, a drama and even a whodunit. "We're excited not only to have Michigan premieres during our 54th season, but also to have the world premiere of a brand new musical," said Cheryl Marshall, MBT managing director.  "We've got a wonderfully entertaining lineup and, once again, we're kicking things off with a great event this summer!'

Shakespeare Theatre Company Announces 2019-2020 Season - PETER PAN, MUCH ADO, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2019


Incoming Artistic Director Simon Godwin today announces Shakespeare Theatre Company's 2019-2020 Season. Godwin's debut season highlights his artistic aspirations for the company to create high quality, exciting, inclusive theatre. Godwin states, This is not my season, but ours, everybody's season.

TheatreWorks Announces 50th Season: World Premiere Musical, More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2019


Theatre enthusiasts packed the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts last night to hear Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley and Executive Director Phil Santora of TheatreWorks Silicon Valley reveal the lineup for the company's 50th season, which launches this summer. Kelley's 50th and final season as Artistic Director of TheatreWorks Silicon Valley includes triumphant returns of TheatreWorks favorites, bold premieres developed at the company's annual New Works Festival, and celebrated works from the nation's leading playwrights.

The Naples Players Announce 2019-2020 Season; SHE LOVES ME, CALENDAR GIRLS, and More
by Julie Musbach - Feb 12, 2019


Kicking off their 66th theatre season, The Naples Players (TNP) announce the 2019-2020 theatre season. The upcoming season reaffirms The Naples Players' dedication to providing a superior theatre experience for the community with an exciting combination of Tony Award-winning plays and musicals as well as popular beloved classics and exhilarating new works. 'It's a season about strength and sacrifice' said Bryce Alexander, TNP's Executive Artistic Director. 'It's about the sacrifices we make for love, and the strength that comes from finding our community.'

HAMILTON, SUMMER, and More Announced For 2019-2020 Kravis on Broadway Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2019


The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts' Kravis On Broadway series is making history-with an epic line-up of seven Broadway shows that include multiple Tony Award winners, Kravis Center debuts, and the one hit that continues to captivate the entire world more than any other show in Broadway history.

2019-2020 Kansas City Broadway Series Announced; DEAR EVAN HANSEN, COME FROM AWAY, and More
by Julie Musbach - Feb 4, 2019


The 2019-20 Sabates Eye Centers Kansas City Broadway Series is proud to announce the 2019-20 Kansas City Broadway Series, presented by Broadway Across America and The American Theatre Guild at the Music Hall and Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.  Joining previously announced DEAR EVAN HANSEN and Disney's ALADDIN are COME FROM AWAY, MISS SAIGON, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. There will be a season add-on show that will be announced at a later date.

42ND STREET And More Announced For Chicago Lyric Opera 2019/20 Season!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2019


A season filled with unforgettable music, riveting stories, thrilling singers from around the world, and stirring productions goes on sale by subscription Friday, January 25, at 10am. Six new and new-to-Chicago productions including three Lyric premieres and three performances of the Ring cycle will engage and entertain audiences from late September 2019 through June 2020.

Greenville Theatre Announces Sensational 2019-2020 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2019


Greenville Theatre's Executive Artistic Director Allen McCalla announced the theatre's name modification from GREENVILLE LITTLE THEATRE to GREENVILLE THEATRE on Saturday, January 19. This exciting announcement preceded the unveiling of the theatre's sensational 2019-2020 season. The line-up features 6 MainStage productions, including an impressive four musicals and two comedies. In addition to the MainStage productions, Greenville Theatre will produce two musicals in the cherished Theatre for Young Audiences Series, and will present three tribute shows in the popular Concert Series. A high energy line-up full of blockbusters sure to entertain all season long. 

Adelaide Fringe Wins Bid to Host Fringe World Congress in 2020
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2019


Adelaide has been selected as the host city of the 2020 Fringe World Congress, which will be held to coincide with Adelaide Fringe's epic 60th anniversary.

Norwegian musical adaptation of Bergman's FANNY AND ALEXANDER to open in Linz, Austria in 2020
by Christian Ranke - May 3, 2018


The musical adaptation of the Academy Award-winning movie, directed by Ingmar Bergman in 1982, will have its world premiere in Linz, Austria in 2020 at the Landestheater.

Musical adaptation of Bergman's FANNY AND ALEXANDER to open in Linz, Austria in 2020
by Christian Ranke - May 3, 2018


The musical adaptation of the Academy Award-winning movie, directed by Ingmar Bergman in 1982, will have its world premiere in Linz, Austria in 2020 at the Landestheater.

City-Wide Arts Initiative Statue Stories Chicago Extends Through 2020
by Julie Musbach - May 2, 2018


Thirty of Chicago's statues will continue to chat with visitors and Chicagoans alike through 2020. Statue Stories Chicago, the free, city-wide arts initiative, was funded by The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation and produced by UK-based Sing London.

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