BWW Reviews: The Met's Stirring Production of Poulenc's DIALOGUES DES CARMELITES is 'the Anti-Machine'by Richard Sasanow - May 7, 2013What would the Metropolitan Opera (and its audiences) do without its production of Francis Poulenc's DIALOGUES DES CARMELITES, which opened for the season with Saturday's matinee, May 4? As created in 1977 for its Met premiere by director John Dexter, this CARMELITES is unlike anything else in the company's repertoire--simply designed and a showcase for a brilliant ensemble of female voices. It is a reminder that opera productions can be moving, effective and, yes, thrilling in the most understated ways. (more...)
Chicago Shakespeare Theater Will Open HENRY VIII, 4/30by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2013Chicago 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. (more...)
Gloria Steinem Set for Nick News Special ARE WE THERE YET? , 4/1by TV News Desk - Mar 26, 2013Young girls and boys share their thoughts with activist Gloria Steinem and Linda Ellerbee in a lively discussion about being a woman today in the Nick News with Linda Ellerbee half-hour special, 'Are We There Yet? Women's History, Past, Present, and Future,' premiering Monday, April 1, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon. (more...)
MTC Announces Full Cast for CHOIR BOY; Beltran, Cooper & Moreby BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2013Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director), Barry Grove (Executive Producer), and Mandy Greenfield (Artistic Producer) have just announced full casting for the upcoming world premiere of Tarell Alvin McCraney's CHOIR BOY, the new play featuring gospel music directed by Trip Cullman. (more...)
Christine Lahti and Treat Williams Join the Cast of THE LION IN WINTER at Berkshire Theatre Groupby BWW News Desk - Mar 1, 2013 (more...)
Lyric Stage Company of Boston Presents Moises Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS, Now thru 2/2by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2013The Lyric Stage Company of Boston presents Moises Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS, tonight, January 4 - February 2, 2013. (more...)
Stephen Bogardus, Jeffry Denman, and More Join Classic Stage Company's PASSION- Full Cast Announced!by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2013Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Brian Kulick and Executive Director Greg Reiner, today announced complete casting for the company's upcoming new production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical PASSION, to be directed by John Doyle (director of the acclaimed Broadway revivals of Sondheim's Sweeney Todd and Company). Joining previously announced Melissa Errico (Clara), Judy Kuhn (Fosca) and Ryan Silverman (Giorgio) in the production are Stephen Bogardus (Colonel Ricci), Jeffry Denman (Lieutenant Barri), Jason Michael Evans (Private Augenti), Amy Justman (understudy), Ken Krugman (Lieutenant Torasso), Orville Mendoza (Sergeant Lombardi), Tom Nelis (Doctor Tambourri) and Will Reynolds (Major Rizzoli/Ludovic). PASSION is slated to begin performances on February 8, 2013 at CSC (136 East 13th Street), with an official press opening scheduled for Thursday, February 28, playing a limited engagement through Sunday, April 7. Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at Noon on Thursday, January 3. (more...)
Full Casting Announced for World Premiere of PAPER DOLLSby BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2013Full casting is announced for the World Premiere of Paper Dolls, the second production directed by Indhu Rubasingham as Artistic Director of the Tricycle Theatre. (more...)
Full Cast Announced for PAPER DOLLS at the Tricycle Theatreby BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2013Full casting is announced for the World Premiere of Paper Dolls, the second production directed by Indhu Rubasingham as Artistic Director of the Tricycle Theatre. (more...)
Katori Hall's THE MOUNTAINTOP Comes to Central Square Theater, Now thru 2/3by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2013Underground Railway Theater presents the recent Broadway hit and the 2010 Oliver Award Winner for Best New Play, The Mountaintop by Katori Hall. The Mountaintop is presented in celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Underground Railway Theater's Associate Artistic Director, Megan Sandberg-Zakian, directs The Mountaintop. The press performance for The Mountaintop is Monday, January 14 at 7:30PM. (more...)
Photo Coverage: Benjamin Walker, Andy Mientus & More at Second Stage's Bowling Classic- Part Oneby Walter McBride - Feb 5, 2013Second Stage Theatre just celebrated its annual All-Star Bowling Classic last night, February 4 at Lucky Strike Lanes and Lounge For over 25 years, stars of stage and screen have come out to bowl in support of Second Stage's award-winning seasons and to assist the theatre in its fund-raising efforts. BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities and you can check out the first part of photo coverage below. CLICK HERE to check out part 2! (more...)
Photo Coverage: Bill Pullman, Rebecca Naomi Jones & More at Second Stage's Bowling Classic- Part Twoby Walter McBride - Feb 5, 2013Second Stage Theatre just celebrated its annual All-Star Bowling Classic last night, February 4 at Lucky Strike Lanes and Lounge For over 25 years, stars of stage and screen have come out to bowl in support of Second Stage's award-winning seasons and to assist the theatre in its fund-raising efforts. BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities and you can check out the second part of photo coverage below. CLICK HERE to check out part 1! (more...)
Barnes And Noble Welcomes Tyrese Gibson And Rev Run For A Once In A Lifetime Honest Conversation With Women In NYC, 2/5by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2013For more than a year, Tyrese Gibson and Rev Run have shared tweets to more than 8 million followers for what would become one of the most anticipated literary efforts of the year, Manology. They offer insights on how to weed out the cheaters, manipulators and pimps from the good men. Sometimes their truth isn't pretty and Some Men's behavior can't be changed, but it is better than uncertainty and living a lie. Tyrese and Rev Run believe that no matter how painful or distressing the bold truth might be, if you know it, you can confront it and move past it and finally find happiness in your relationships. (more...)
Philadelphia Theatre Company Announces Winner Of The Second Annual Terrence McNally New Play Awardby BWW News Desk - Feb 23, 2013Philadelphia Theatre Company has announced A. ZELL WILLIAMS as the recipient of the Terrence McNally New Play Award for the research and development of his play The Urban Retreat about a teacher whose writing career has taken a detour at the request of a former student-turned-Hip-Hop superstar. The Terrence McNally New Play Award is a $10,000 cash prize given annually to recognize a new play that celebrates the transformative power of art. The Award will also include a year of development support at PTC, including readings as well as administrative support and networking to help manage the future of the play beyond its time at PTC. (more...)
Katori Hall's THE MOUNTAINTOP Comes to Central Square Theater, 1/10-2/3by BWW
News Desk - Feb 2, 2013Underground Railway Theater presents the recent Broadway hit and the 2010 Oliver Award Winner for Best New Play, The Mountaintop by Katori Hall. The Mountaintop is presented in celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Underground Railway Theater's Associate Artistic Director, Megan Sandberg-Zakian, directs The Mountaintop. The press performance for The Mountaintop is Monday, January 14 at 7:30PM. (more...)
Lyric Stage Company of Boston Presents Moises Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS, 1/4-2/2by BWW
News Desk - Feb 1, 2013The Lyric Stage Company of Boston presents Moises Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS, January 4 - February 2, 2013. (more...)
Katori Hall's THE MOUNTAINTOP Comes to Central Square Theater, 1/10-2/3by BWW News Desk - Dec 28, 2012Underground Railway Theater presents the recent Broadway hit and the 2010 Oliver Award Winner for Best New Play, The Mountaintop by Katori Hall. The Mountaintop is presented in celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Underground Railway Theater's Associate Artistic Director, Megan Sandberg-Zakian, directs The Mountaintop. The press performance for The Mountaintop is Monday, January 14 at 7:30PM. (more...)
Lyric Stage Company of Boston Presents Moises Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS, 1/4-2/2by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2012The Lyric Stage Company of Boston presents Moises Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS, January 4 - February 2, 2013. (more...)
Liars & Believers to Debut ICARUS at the Cambridge YMCA, 5/17-18by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2013Greek mythology meets burlesque, puppetry, and a modern Americana score in the latest original piece from acclaimed ensemble Liars & Believers, creators of last year's gritty hit, 28 Seeds. Minnie's Menagerie, a peculiar Depression-era sideshow, is raking it in with the help of Daedalus's whimsical technology. But when Daedalus's son falls in love with Minnie's daughter, the star attraction, their passion and plans to escape threaten to bring it all crashing down. (more...)
Gloria Steinem Set for Nick News Special ARE WE THERE YET? Tonightby TV News Desk - Apr 1, 2013Young girls and boys share their thoughts with activist Gloria Steinem and Linda Ellerbee in a lively discussion about being a woman today in the Nick News with Linda Ellerbee half-hour special, 'Are We There Yet? Women's History, Past, Present, and Future,' premiering tonight, April 1, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon. (more...)
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