Complete Casting for InsightALT Festival, Opening May 28, Announced

American Lyric Theater (ALT) today announced complete casting forInsightALT, the company's upcoming festival dedicated to providing an intimate, up-close look at its process of creating new operas. (more...)

Cutting Ball Theater Announces 2013-14 Season

San Francisco's cutting-edge Cutting Ball Theater proudly announces the lineup for its 15th season. The season opens in October with the World Premiere of SIDEWINDERS by Basil Kreimendahl, directed by M. Graham Smith, followed by Alfred Jarry's UBU ROI in January, directed by Yury Urnov, in a new translation by Cutting Ball Artistic Director Rob Melrose. RISK IS THIS…THE CUTTING BALL NEW EXPERIMENTAL PLAYS FESTIVAL returns in February with five new works, including two new plays from resident playwright Andrew Saito, in staged readings that push the boundaries of what theater can be. Rounding out the season in April is the American Premiere of Samuel Galett's COMMUNIQUE N°10 in a World Premiere translation, and directed, by Rob Melrose. In addition to the main stage season, Cutting Ball Theater continues its Hidden Classics Reading Series with six new installments. The entire 2013-14 season will be staged in San Francisco at the Cutting Ball Theater in residence at EXIT on Taylor (277 Taylor Street at Ellis). Season memberships on sale May 13; single tickets on sale September 1. For tickets and information, the public may visit cuttingball.com or call 415-525-1205. (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look at Gregory Woodell, Christina Pumariega and More in CST's HENRY VIII

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) announces William Shakespeare's Henry VIII, the first professional Chicago production in 400 years since its debut at Shakespeare's Globe in London. Staged by Artistic Director Barbara Gaines in CST's Courtyard Theater April 30-June 16, 2013, Henry VIII features a celebrated company of artists that includes Gregory Wooddell in the title role and Christina Pumariega as Anne Boleyn. The acting company features an ensemble of veteran CST actors which includes Kate Buddeke, David Darlow, Kevin Gudahl, Scott Jaeck, Ora Jones, David Lively and Mike Nussbaum. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production shots below. (more...)

Miss NY, ANNIE Orphans and Ryan Kasprzak Set for 5/13 Benefit for West Side YMCA

The West Side YMCA's Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater will present its 3rd annual benefit caBaret, Little Theater, Big Dreams on Monday May 13th at 7PM. The Off-Broadway hidden gem, located inside the historic West Side Y, will play host to powerful performances from Broadway's brightest up-and-coming stars alongside their own Kids Company, a group of young (6-14 year old) triple-threats-in-training. All proceeds will benefit the on-going youth theatre programs supported by the Y's Strong Kids Campaign. (more...)

"Blake Pfeil is in Love with a Girl Named… Irene" will be presented at Joe's Pub on Sunday, May 12th. (more...)

MOLLY POPE, OKAY? Plays the Duplex, 5/22

"MOLLY POPE, OKAY?" presents the critically-acclaimed neo-retro caBarettist in an intimate evening with you and the music. She plays it fast and loose with a new set list of eclectic songs and madcap antics. Juxtaposing the heyday of mid-century New York City nightlife with a downtown modern sensibility, she tackles material spanning the 20th century with her signature old-school style. She is joined on piano by the brilliant Brian J. Nash. Okay? (more...)

Ripe Time Benefit, Blake Pfeil and More Set for Joe's Pub, Now thru 5/12

Joe's Pub at the Public Theater has announced its lineup for May 6-12, featuring: Ripe Time Benefit, NYU Tisch, CMA Songwriters Series, Julia Haltigan, Stephane Wrembel, The Fat Man's Daughter, Rabbit & The Hare, Magos Herrera & Sofia Rei, The N'Harmonics, Terry Radigan and Blake Pfeil. (more...)

BWW TV: First Look at Gregory Wooddell, Christina Pumariega and More in CST's HENRY VIII - Highlights!

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) announces William Shakespeare's Henry VIII, the first professional Chicago production in 400 years since its debut at Shakespeare's Globe in London. Staged by Artistic Director Barbara Gaines in CST's Courtyard Theater April 30-June 16, 2013, Henry VIII features a celebrated company of artists that includes Gregory Wooddell in the title role and Christina Pumariega as Anne Boleyn. The Acting Company features an ensemble of veteran CST actors which includes Kate Buddeke, David Darlow, Kevin Gudahl, Scott Jaeck, Ora Jones, David Lively and Mike Nussbaum. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production highlights below. (more...)

InDepth InterView: Rita Moreno Talks New Memoir, Broadway, Hollywood, Upcoming Projects & More

Today we are talking to a legendary triple-threat performer who over the course of her unique career has become one of a select few in show business to have attained the entertainment quadruple crown - Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony, that is; commonly referred to as the EGOT - the exceptionally gifted Rita Moreno. Exploring many aspects of her revealing and absorbing new autobiography RITA MORENO: A MEMOIR, Moreno opens up about her unique and boundary-breaking career in Hollywood and on Broadway, having appearing in three of the greatest movie musicals of all time - SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, THE KING & I and WEST SIDE STORY - as well as in the Mike Nichols classic CARNAL KNOWLEDGE, in addition to an impressive list of TV and theatre credits. Additionally, Moreno reveals her insights into the creative process itself and the strides she made in the industry as the first Latin American actress to win an Academy Award. Plus, memories of starring in Terrence McNally's THE RITZ on Broadway and its subsequent film adaptation, as well as a rich recounting of her time starring in the original West End production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's SUNSET BOULEVARD as the one and only screen icon Norma Desmond. Also, Moreno reveals plans to revisit her one woman show from which sprung her stupendous new book, titled LIFE WITHOUT MAKE-UP, as well as shares her thoughts on Broadway today, remarks upon favorite recent films, shows and performers as well as offers an update on her new family-friendly film MICKEY DEUCE and touched upon her current small-screen role in HAPPILY DIVORCED - and much, much more! (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Dallas - Week of 5/05/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Dallas (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Los Angeles - Week of 5/05/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Los Angeles (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Seattle - Week of 5/05/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Seattle (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Baltimore - Week of 5/05/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Baltimore (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Tampa - Week of 5/05/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Tampa (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Atlanta - Week of 5/05/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Atlanta (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Fort Lauderdale - Week of 5/05/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Fort Lauderdale (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Jared Zirilli Chats with KINKY BOOTS' Jerry Mitchell on 'Broadway Boo's!'

HELL HAS FROZEN OVER and I have somehow gotten THE JERRY MITCHELL to come aboard the Broadway Boo Interview Express! Just receiving Tony nominations for best direction AND choreography for 'KINKY BOOTS', and with a resume' full of Broadway hits, Jerry and I chat about: audition do's and dont's, fire island beach life, goats on tables AND MORE! Enjoy! (more...)

BWW Blog: Kathryn Mowat Murphy - The Day of the Show

There are performers out there who say they love the rehearsal period more than they do the performances. I, on the other hand, am the complete opposite. (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look at CHEMISTRY OF LOVE Premiere at La MaMa

La MaMa presents the World Premiere of Chemistry of Love, written by Jill Campbell and directed by George Ferencz. Chemistry of Love runs now through May 19, 2013 in a limited engagement at La MaMa's First Floor Theatre, located at 74A East 4th Street between 2nd Avenue & the Bowery in New York City. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below! (more...)

This Week in Pictures: April 27-May 3

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK: The Oliviers sweep through London, Megan Hilty sings at NY Pops and Matilda shows off its Revolting Children. (more...)

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