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BWW Reviews: THE HISTORY BOYS, Crucible Theatre Sheffield, May 22 2013

It is appropriate that in the year that Sheffield Theatres is wearing The Stage's best regional theatre badge it has been showcasing the region. We have already had archetypal stories of pits and the decline of the steel industry; this time we are at school in Sheffield with Alan Bennett. (more...)

Aurora Theatre Mourns Passing of Founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver

It is with great sadness that Aurora Theatre Company announces the passing of the company's founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver due to complications from a recent stroke. Barbara passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 20 at her Berkeley home, surrounded by family. (more...)

GORILLA Begins Performances Tomorrow at Theatre Row

Scandinavian American Theater Company will present the US Premiere of GORILLA by Rhea Leman. The Danish premiere was just nominated for the 2013 Reumert Award (the Danish equivalent of the Tony Award) for Best Playwrighting. Directed by Ari Edelson, previews begin May 24 at the Lion Theatre at Theatre Row. Opening is slated for May 30. (more...)

Wynton Marsalis and Lincoln Center Orchestra to Play the Kimmel Center, 6/15

Led by legendary trumpeter, composer, and multitalented cultural phenomenon Wynton Marsalis, the versatile Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra celebrates the 25th anniversary of JLCO with Philadelphia performance on Saturday, June 15 at 8 p.m. in Verizon Hall. (more...)

Tammy Minoff's PERENNIAL Begins 6/1 at Sidewalk Studio Theatre

Tammy Minoff (of Los Angeles; Original Casts of "The Will Rogers Follies" and "The Goodbye Girl") will star as Rosemary in the World Premiere of a new play called "Perennial," which marks her debut as a playwright. (more...)

The Seeing Place Theater Will Present ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD in Repertory With HAMLET, Beginning 5/31

The Seeing Place Theater, known for intensely intimate ensemble work, brings 12 actors together for a repertory event like no other - Tom Stoppard's absurdist 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead' paired with its source material, Shakespeare's classic, 'Hamlet', alternating nightly for 5 weeks starting May 31, 2013. (more...)

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 22nd, 2013

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. It's our annual Summer Musical Theater Guide! This week, Part One: Chicagoland. Check out 'The Jungle Book,' 'Kiss Of The Spider Woman,' 'Next To Normal,' 'The Color Purple,' 'Spelling Bee,' 'Cabaret' and a whole lot more! (more...)

Hannibal Buress Signs Overall Deal with Comedy Central

Hannibal Buress is bringing his swagger and laid back, cerebral comedic style to COMEDY CENTRAL in a big way. The #1 brand in comedy has signed Buress to a wide-ranging, multiplatform development deal which includes a recurring role on the upcoming scripted series "Broad City," a commitment for a pilot which Buress will executive produce, and a one-hour original stand-up special, all produced by 3 Arts, as well as a major market, nationwide "COMEDY CENTRAL Live" stand-up tour, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, President, Content Development and Original Programming, COMEDY CENTRAL. (more...)

TWAS to Present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, 6/14-30

Take Wing And Soar Productions, in partnership with Voza Rivers/New Heritage Theatre Group, present TWAS' Tenth Year Anniversary Season main stage production of Oscar Wilde's celebrated comedy, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, directed by Kevin Connell for a limited run at the Poet's Den Theater, from June 14th through 30th, 2013. (more...)

Scoop: ARROW on THE CW - Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Get all the scoop on ARROW, airing on THE CW on Wednesday, June 12, 2013! (more...)

Shakespeare on the Sound to Stage AS YOU LIKE IT, 6/13-30

Connecticut's premier outdoor Shakespeare will present As You Like It, June 13-30, 2013. The show is one of Shakespeare's most beloved and pastoral comedies. Claire Shannon Kelly, currently the Director of Youth Programming for Shakespeare on the Sound and the director of the company's touring educational program, 'Speaking Daggers,' will direct. Kelly previously worked at the Ordway Theater, the Guthrie Theater, the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey and the George Street Playhouse. She is a resident of New Canaan. (more...)

A.C.T.'s Young Conservatory Presents DARLING, A NEW MUSICAL, 6/14-29

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Young Conservatory Director Craig Slaight has announced Darling, A New Musical June 14-29, 2013, at The Theater at the Children's Creativity Museum (221 4th Street, San Francisco). Tickets are $20 and available by calling the A.C.T. Box Office at 415.749.2228 or going online to www.act-sf.org/ycshows. (more...)

Museum of the Moving Image to Build Jim Henson Gallery; Set for Winter 2014-15 Opening

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Museum of the Moving Image, The Jim Henson Legacy, and other officials today announced that the family of Jim Henson has donated nearly 400 puppets, costumes, props, and other objects to the Museum, which will build a new gallery devoted to Henson's important and lasting creative achievements. The project, which has a fundraising goal of $5 million, is anchored by $2.75 million in funding from the City of New York for the construction of the new gallery, which is expected to open to the public in winter 2014-2015. (more...)

OLIVER REED: WILD THING Receives London Premiere at St. James, July 30

Arrow Media, Skullduggery and Seabright Productions present Oliver Reed: Wild Thing by Mike Davis and Rob Crouch, performed by Rob Crouch, and directed by Kate Bannister. It will receive its London premiere at the St. James Theatre Studio with performances beginning July 30, prior to an official opening Aug. 1, for a run through Aug. 18. (more...)

ONE NIGHT STAND Stars Talk Background & Careers

The stars of the phenomenal performing arts-centric documentary ONE NIGHT STAND reveal their earliest theatre memories and share first performance memories in two new special behind-the-scenes videos just released. (more...)

Cast of ABC's ROOKIE BLUE to Host Live Twitter Chat, 5/23

Fans of ABC's popular drama series 'Rookie Blue' will be able to submit questions and receive real-time responses from cast members of 'Rookie Blue' during this season's premiere, THURSDAY, MAY 23 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET). Use hashtag #AskRookieBlue to join the conversation. (more...)

John Mincks to Star in Firehouse Theatre Project's POP!; Full Cast Announced!

Firehouse Theatre Project announces complete casting and the creative team for POP!, a new musical with book and lyrics by Maggie-Kate Coleman and music by Anna K. Jacobs, directed by Jase Smith. Sponsored in part by Yale Repertory Theatre's Binger Center for New Theatre, POP! will play for 18 performances, July 11 - August 10. Opening Night is Friday, July 12. (more...)

The CW's ARROW to Feature Two Main Villains in Season 2?

As reported by TVGuide.com, Arrow's second season on The CW will feature two main villains. (more...)

Mirren Visits Sick Child In Character As The Queen

While a visit from the Queen of England is something few of us could ever dream of experiencing, it would be nearly as big a pipe dream to imagine rubbing elbows with Hollywood and theatre royalty like Helen Mirren - yet, that is precisely the wish that 10-year-old cancer patient Oliver Burton expressed and the starry substitute player he received. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Soulpepper Stages Hilarious BARBER OF SEVILLE

Soulpepper's production of The Barber of Seville is a hilarious night out at the theatre and a hit amongst audiences. (more...)

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