Industry Pro Newsletter: UK Extends Tax Relief, Room Won't Come to Broadway
by Alex Freeman - Mar 20, 2023
While the UK grapples with unruly audiences (not an issue unique to the West End by any means), one critic makes the case that the way we are discussing unruly audiences doesn’t have the best interest of the art form in mind - that it gives it a sense of snobbishness that doesn’t invite more audiences in to enjoy a show.
BAX | Brooklyn Arts Exchange Presents DRAG SHOWCASE: BETWEEN AND BEYOND GENDER
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2023
BAX is has announced its Winter Drag Show featuring participants from Kelindah Schuster aka Theydy Bedbug's class, “Drag Performance: Between and Beyond Gender.” This culminating showcase will feature 15 original performance pieces by emerging experimental drag artists who subvert both gender and genre.
BWW Interview: At Home With Joan Darragh
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 5, 2020
The Invigorated Ingenue brought Joan Darragh back to the cabaret stage and community, where she belongs. Isolation has brought her talents as motivator and baker to the social media. Here, the Ingenue talks with Stephen Mosher about life before and after her return to the stage.
Plays By Women Rock the Strawberry One-Act Festival for Women's History Month
by BWW
News Desk - Mar 13, 2019
Never underestimate the power and talent of a woman. 11 Fearless Women Playwrights will have their plays grace the stage in the Strawberry One-Act Festival with BOLD new ideas that are unapologetic and thought provoking! Beginning with JESSICA MARIE FISHER'S Welcome To Narnia, to JO RODRIGUEZ'S Why We're Here, NATASHA COBB'S Doin' Good and CAROLYN MOSES' Adam's Eve; these women playwrights tackle everything from sexual abuse, identity, empowerment, careers, family and chasing Jibouti forces.
Plays By Women Rock the Strawberry One-Act Festival for Women's History Month
by Julie Musbach - Feb 13, 2019
Never underestimate the power and talent of a woman. 11 Fearless Women Playwrights will have their plays grace the stage in the Strawberry One-Act Festival with BOLD new ideas that are unapologetic and thought provoking! Beginning with JESSICA MARIE FISHER'S Welcome To Narnia, to JO RODRIGUEZ'S Why We're Here, NATASHA COBB'S Doin' Good and CAROLYN MOSES' Adam's Eve; these women playwrights tackle everything from sexual abuse, identity, empowerment, careers, family and chasing Jibouti forces.
Wayback Burgers Spreads Holiday Cheer with Wayback Swag Stocking Stuffers
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 11, 2017
Wayback Burgers, America's Favorite Hometown Burger Joint and one of the nation's fastest growing burger franchises, is bringing the heat this holiday season with cool new stocking stuffers. The stocking swag will feature popular lifestyle/tech item PopSockets, Yo-yos and Gift Cards decked out in the Wayback Burgers brand. It's the perfect way to knock out your holiday shopping as you fill up on the world's best burger and fries.
BWW Interview: Edward Gero On the Current State of the Arts, Judge Scalia, Nixon & Shakespeare Cohort Keach
by Gil Kaan - Apr 7, 2017
John Strand's THE ORIGINALIST had its world premiere in 2015 at The Arena Stage in Washington, D.C. with the titular role of Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia played by the critically acclaimed Edward Gero. Edward reprises his role at The Pasadena Playhouse's starting April 11. I made the most out of the opportunity to put Edward on the stand to cross-examine him on what it means to portray one of the most polarizing judges in U.S. history.
SummerStage Announces Lineup of Free Shows, 8/18-24
by Louisa Brady - Aug 5, 2014
SummerStage continues their summer programming of free concerts. They recently released their lineup of free shows for the week of August 18-24th. See the full details below!
Shen Wei Dance Art's Season Includes World Premiere of Solo for Shen Wei and Revival of MAP, Now thru 5/4
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2014
When Shen Wei decided to present a season at the Judson Memorial Church, today, April 29-May 4, he faced a problem. This famed lover of the grand scale would not be able to hang his set for 'Map' performances, well, not if he wanted his audience seated on all four sides. However, Shen Wei Dance Arts' season, which also features the world premiere of a solo for the choreographer, shows that when there's a will, Shen Wei finds a way.
Shen Wei Dance Art's Season to Include World Premiere of Solo for Shen Wei and Revival of MAP, 4/29-5/4
by Diana Heisroth - Mar 28, 2014
When Shen Wei decided to present a season at the Judson Memorial Church, April 29-May 4, he faced a problem. This famed lover of the grand scale would not be able to hang his set for "Map" performances, well, not if he wanted his audience seated on all four sides. However, Shen Wei Dance Arts' season, which also features the world premiere of a solo for the choreographer, shows that when there's a will, Shen Wei finds a way.
Steve Martin et al. Play HIghline Ballroom in March
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 23, 2011
Highline Ballroom located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue is pleased to announce it's upcoming shows. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.