BWW Reviews: The St. Louis Actors' Studio Hilarious and Moving Production of TALKING HEADSby Chris Gibson - May 25, 2013TALKING HEADS started life as a series of BBC television monologues before it became a play (actually a couple of them), and if you're expecting a rather static work you'll be pleasantly surprised by these compelling, poignant, and sometimes hilarious vignettes. Author Alan Bennett (as both writer and performer he was a member of the famous Beyond the Fringe revue, which included the late Peter Cook and his partner in crime, Dudley Moore) has put together a fascinating career that includes stage plays, screenplays, novels and radio plays, and this particular collection showcases his ability to craft intriguing and engaging situations and characters. The St. Louis Actors' Studio's current production is distinguished by a wonderful cast and fine direction, making it a must-see presentation. (more...)
Redtwist Theatre Announces DARK RED Late Night Series, Begin. with DATES FROM HELL, 5/31by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2013Redtwist Theatre has announced their new DARK RED series, a late-night rotating rep performed on the regular MAIN REDTWIST Season, as well as the upcoming MORE RED Series. (more...)
Jesse Luttrell's BAWDY to Play Stage 72/The Triad Tonightby BWW News Desk - May 25, 2013Jesse Luttrell's wildly successful and ever-changing BAWDY continues to sparkle at Stage 72/The Triad with monthly performances on the last Saturday of every month - including tonight, Saturday, May 25, at 9:30 p.m. (more...)
AISHA is Releasedby BWW News Desk - May 24, 2013Aisha is a pillar of devotion and loyalty who loved being dependent on and devoted to her husband. Having reported volumes of authentic narrations from the Prophet Muhammad and educated many renowned Islamic scholars in Islamic jurisprudence, Qur'anic exegesis, and the life of the Prophet, Aisha exemplifies the intelligence, academic aptitude and proficiency significant in women of contemporary society today. (more...)
Spotlight Theatre Company and Firehouse Theatre Company Open SYLVIA Tomorrowby BWW News Desk - May 24, 2013Spotlight Theatre Company and Firehouse Theatre Company join forces to co-present 'Sylvia' opening May 25 and running through June 29, 2013. Performances are Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 Adult/ $18 for Students/Seniors. Group rates are available. Performances are held at the John Hand Theatre, 7653 E. 1st Place, Denver. (more...)
Perth Theatre Co. to Stage World Premiere of Lachlan Philpott New Play ALIENATION, 6/28-7/31by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2013ALIENATION is a brand new contemporary theatre production from Perth Theatre Company, co- produced with Sydney-based Q Theatre Company which will be performed in the Studio Underground, State Theatre Centre of WA from 28 June to 13 July, followed by the Q Theatre Company season from 13 - 27 July, 2013. (more...)
CT Free Shakespeare 2013 Announces A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Beginning 7/31by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2013This summer, Connecticut Free Shakespeare (CFS) celebrates its 14th season under the stars with William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Performances will take place at 8:00 pm on July 31 to August 4at The American Shakespeare Festival Theater in Stratford, CT as part of Festival! Stratford and from August 7 to August 11in downtown Bridgeport at historic McLevy Green. Actors are courtesy of Actor's Equity Association. (more...)
Scoop: 20/20 on ABC - Friday, May 24, 2013by TV Scoop - May 24, 2013Get all the scoop on 20/20, airing on ABC on Friday, May 24, 2013! (more...)
AUDIO: ONE LIFE TO LIVE's New Theme Feat. Snoop Lion Debutsby TV News Desk - May 24, 2013In light of the ONE LIFE TO LIVE's upcoming special 'Snoop Week,' the show has released its 'Brand New Start' theme song featuring Snoop Lion and IZA. Check it out below! (more...)
BWW Reviews: I WANNA DESTROY YOU: Pet Homosexualsby Duncan Pflaster - May 24, 2013At Hand Theatre Company presents Joshua Conkel's hilarious and provocative new play 'I Wanna Destroy You', which takes and explodes the idea of the pet homosexual/gay best friend. (more...)
Exclusive InDepth InterView Audra McDonald Talks GO BACK HOME Album & PBS Special, MARLENE DIETRICH'S ABC, Upcoming Projects & Moreby Pat Cerasaro - May 24, 2013Today we are presenting a specially-focused InDepth InterView centering upon Audra McDonald's sensational new solo album, GO BACK HOME, which is available now and will be accompanied by a PBS TV special tonight, featuring the five-time Tony Award-winning performer at her very, very best. McDonald and I parse the finer points of GO BACK HOME, analyzing the song selection process itself as well as the meanings behind the myriad masterful musical moments present on the new release and what inspired her exquisite performances of these songs by Broadway's absolute best. McDonald also shares stories and insights into composers covered on GO BACK HOME, including frequent collaborators Stephen Sondheim, Michael John LaChiusa and Adam Guettel as well as Kander & Ebb, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Jule Styne, Comden & Green and many more. In addition to all about GO BACK HOME, McDonald and I also discuss the two brand new compositions on the album originating in the new specially-penned solo musical written expressly for her by LaChiusa, MARLENE DIETRICH'S ABC, and what the future potentially holds for that fascinating stage endeavor and take a look back at her other LaChiusa musicals, MARIE CHRISTINE, SEND (WHO ARE YOU? I LOVE YOU) and specialty material included. Also, McDonald fills us in on her recent and upcoming film appearances, such as last year's RAMPART with Woody Harrelson and the upcoming I FOUGHT THE LAW. Plus, McDonald expresses her enthusiasm for her continuing role as host of LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER, reveals her opinions on the current movie musical renaissance and the popularity of GLEE, as well as clues us in on her iPod favorites, practicing playing the piano to relax and the possibility of even accompanying herself onstage someday, reflections on Laura Nyro and other favorite pop artists, future plans to pursue more Shakespeare onstage (and musings on what parts), the distinct possibility of essaying the title role in GYPSY sometime soon, appearing on the web series IT COULD BE WORSE - and much, much more! (more...)
Audra McDonald Performs Berkshire Solo Concert at The Colonial Theatre, 6/15by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013Audra McDonald will perform her only Berkshire solo performance on June 15 at 8pm at The Colonial Theatre accompanied by pianist Andy Einhorn. (more...)
Met Museum Reopens European Paintings Galleries Today After Renovationsby BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013The Metropolitan Museum of Art's galleries for its world-renowned collection of European Old Master paintings from the 13th through the early 19th century will reopen today, May 23 after an extensive renovation and reinstallation. (more...)
THE PENNY JIVE, MORTIFIED and More Set for A.R.T.'s OBERON, June 2013by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013OBERON, the American Repertory Theater's second stage and club theater venue, continues its mission to bring exciting and original programming. A destination for theater and nightlife on the fringe of Harvard Square, OBERON is the home of the A.R.T.'s hit productions of Pirates of Penzance, The Lily's Revenge, Futurity, The Donkey Show, Cabaret, and Prometheus Bound and Ryan Landry's Rocky Horror Show, OBERON is also a thriving incubator for local and visiting talent. (more...)
THE AMERICANS Ties as FX's Most Watched Freshman Drama in Network Historyby TV News Desk - May 23, 2013 The Americans, the most critically-acclaimed new drama of the year and recipient of four Critics' Choice Television Award nominations, concluded its first season tied for most-watched FX freshman drama ever, and as the #1 most time-shifted drama in FX history. (more...)
Season 3 of VH1 COUPLES THERAPY to Premiere on 6/12by TV News Desk - May 23, 2013Relationships are hard enough, but imagine your relationship being the fodder for the tabloids. Under the intense scrutiny of the publiceye, and all the pressure that comes with fame, it seems couples whose matters of the heart play out in the public eye are calling it quits and throwing in the towel on their relationships. VH1 examines the complicated and often misunderstood world of high-profile relationships with 'VH1 Couples Therapy,' premiering Wednesday, June 12th at 10 PM ET/PT. (more...)
Artist Series Adds New Show MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS LIVE!, 6/8by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE!, the one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up starring Peter Story and based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray, will play Jacksonville's Times-Union Center's Terry Theater on Saturday, June 8th at 8PM for a one-night-only sneak preview show! Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and Marriage to the bedroom. (more...)
Actors' Equity Association Celebrates 100 Years on 5/26by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013Actors' Equity Association ("AEA" or "Equity"), the labor union representing more than 49,000 professional stage actors and stage managers in the US, will commemorate its 100th anniversary on Sunday, May 26. Founded in 1913 by 112 actors, AEA is the oldest performing arts union. For the last century, AEA has stood for excellence and diversity in the American theater, and for fairness, dignity and respect for its members. (more...)
Photo Flash: First Look at Matthew Scott, Sherri L. Edelen and More in Signature's COMPANYby BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013Phone rings. Door chimes. In comes Company, one of legendary composer Stephen Sondheim's most beloved musicals, produced at Signature Theatre for the first time in twenty years and directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. The cast of fourteen, led by Matthew Scott (First You Dream: The Music of Kander & Ebb; Side By Side By Sondheim) in the role of Bobby, features many of Signature's most well-known stars in an enchanting, deeply funny exploration of love and Marriage. BroadwayWorld has a first look below. (more...)
A Noise Within Announces 2013-2014 Seasonby BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013A Noise Within, led by Producing Artistic Directors Geoff Elliott and Julia Rodriguez-Elliott, presents its third season of classic plays in its new Pasadena home, beginning September 7, 2013 with Pericles, Prince of Tyre by William Shakespeare, followed by The Guardsman by Ferenc Molnar, Endgame by Samuel Beckett, Tartuffe by Moliere, Macbeth by William Shakespeare, and concluding with Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge. (more...)
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