BWW Interviews: ADDAMS FAMILY'S Keleen Snowgren Talks Family and Ties to Texasby Kathy Strain - May 6, 2013Keleen Snowgren was born in Missesota but moved to Texas at a very young age. She considers herself a Yankee Texan and loves to spend time with ther family including her 25 cousins. Keleen shared with us her experiences on the road with a hugely popular new musical, THE ADDAMS FAMILY. (more...)
Danish Arts Council Reveals Details of Jesper Just's Multi-Channel Film and Installationby BWW News Desk - May 6, 2013The Danish Arts Council announces details of Jesper Just's new film and site-specific installation Intercourses, along with the parallel international graphic campaign by design studio Project Projects for the 55th International Art Exhibition of la Biennale di Venezia, June 1 - November 24, 2013. (more...)
Leften Wright's New Book 'The Handbook for Closet Conservatives' is Releasedby BWW News Desk - May 6, 2013New novel, 'The Handbook for Closet Conservatives: How to Succeed in a Liberal World' by Leften Wright, uses wit and humor to encourage readers to not be afraid to say what they think in a liberal world. (more...)
Origin's US Premiere of STOP THE TEMPO Opens 6/2by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2013Origin Theatre Company, artistic director George C. Heslin, presents the US premiere of "Stop the Tempo" by Romanian playwright Gianina Carbinariu, in a theatrically explosive site-specific staging at Arlene's Grocery, 95 Stanton Street, beginning Sunday May 26 at 4pm. Directed by Matt Torney, whose New York credits include shows at HERE, and at 59E59, "Stop the Tempo" plays a limited 4-week engagement through Tuesday June 18. The opening is set for Sunday June 2 at 7pm. (more...)
BWW Reviews: Delany and Weber Star in SCR's Witty World Premiere of THE PARISIAN WOMANby Michael L. Quintos - May 3, 2013In South Coast Repertory's amusingly naughty World Premiere production of Beau Willimon's THE PARISIAN WOMAN (now playing through May 5), 'Body of Proof' star Dana Delany plays Chloe, a morally ambiguous but undeniably tenacious Washington DC housewife with high political aspirations, especially for her husband (Steven Weber) who's seeking to be the next Attorney General. Armed with wit and sexuality, Chloe seduces her way through the intoxicating pursuit of power. (more...)
TBS Development Slate to Include Projects from Spielberg, Carell & Moreby TV News Desk - May 15, 2013TNT and TBS, two of cable's most successful brands, have unveiled an extensive slate of series being developed with some of the industry's best storytellers. (more...)
ROCKIN' IN THE PARK Lineup Announcedby BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013After last year's successful inaugural celebration, the Village of Rosemont announces the return of their free summer concert series, 'Rockin' in The Park.' Expanding upon last year's series, the 2013 festival will be a summer-long concert series, beginning onThursday, June 6 and continuing through Thursday, August 15. The festival, sponsored by WXRT, will feature eleven live bands, fireworks and food and beverage tents on the great lawn in the center of new MB Financial Park at Rosemont, located at 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. (more...)
Cristin Milioti, Tonya Pinkins, Lin-Manuel Miranda and More Set for Joe's Pub, May-June 2013by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2013Joe's Pub at The Public welcomes world premieres, highly-anticipated debuts and the return of many esteemed performers this May and June. Funny girl JULIE KLAUSNER makes her debut with two evenings of cabaret. Legendary downtown performance artist JOHN KELLY returns to premiere Rebel Songs. The 60s-inspired flight attendant PAM ANN returns for five nights in the Cockpit. Elsewhere: Tony Award-winners TONYA PINKINS and LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA, Once star CRISTIN MILIOTI, TAYLOR MAC'S epic exploration of popular music, a special appearance from Justin Vivian Bond, JOEY ARIAS, the greatest rapper in the world, CHAMPAGNE JERRY and more. Read on for more May and June cabaret, comedy, Broadway and musical theater highlights at Joe's Pub at The Public. (more...)
Flying Lotus to Perform at the House of Blues Sunset, 6/1by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2013Hard Events—the world-renowned event and festival producer recognized for landmark festivals such as Hard Summer, Hard Day of the Dead and the three-day electronic music cruise Holy Ship!!!—has teamed up with Los Angeles producer/beatsmith Flying Lotus for a special hometown show. (more...)
48 HOURS to Examine Chef's Suicide in OVER THE EDGE, 5/4by TV News Desk - May 1, 2013 Richard Schlesinger and 48 HOURS investigate the disappearance of the wife of a celebrated top chef and what ultimately drove him to dive off a California cliff in 'Over the Edge,' to be broadcast May 4, 2013 (10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (more...)
Now Playing Onstage in Detroit - Week of 3/31/2013by BWW - Mar 31, 2013Upcoming Shows - Week of 3/31/2013 for Detroit (more...)
Aimbridge Hospitality Proudly Opens The Best Western Premier Petion-Ville, Haiti, The First Full-Service US Brand Hotel In Port-au-Princeby BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2013Dallas-based Aimbridge Hospitality and Haiti-based corporation Carabimmo SA in partnership with U.S.-based Best Western International, are pleased to announce the opening today of the luxury Best Western Premier Petion-Ville, Haiti (http://www.BestWesternPremierHaiti.com). Located within close proximity to the international airport in Port au Prince, Haiti, The Best Western Premier is the first full-service corporate US brand hotel to open in Haiti and the first Best Western Premier in the Caribbean. This $15 million, seven story hotel features 106 elegant guest rooms with three Executive and Imperial suites, 42' flat screen TVs, wireless internet access, versatile meeting facilities, pool, concierge, French inspired restaurant Le Michel, whisky bar,room service, round-the-clock doorman, gym, full-service spa, and private car and van transportation to and from the airport. (more...)
Cleveland Play House Announces 2013-14 Seasonby BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2013Artistic Director Michael Bloom announces the lineup for the 98th consecutive season of Cleveland Play House, the third in its new state-of-the-art theatres at PlayhouseSquare in downtown Cleveland. Two world premieres and great American music highlight the eclectic and contemporary 2013-14 Season. 'Nowhere else will patrons get such a wide variety of entertainment and at such a high level of quality,' reflects Bloom. (more...)
Kate Burton, Tony Estrella, Joseph A. Chazan and Martha Douglas-Osmundson to Receive 2013 Pell Awards Honorsby BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2013Trinity Repertory Company announced today that three local Rhode Island residents will be receiving Pell Awards this year in addition to Kate Burton, who had previously been announced as the recipient of the 2013 Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts. The 17th annual Pell Awards will be held on Monday, June 10, 2013 at Trinity Rep with a reception to follow next door at the Providence Public Library. (more...)
BWW Reviews: Afrobeat, Political Commentary FELA! Rocks the Palace Theatreby Roy Berko - Apr 3, 2013At the conclusion of FELA!, the Afrobeat political awareness musical, now on stage at the Palace Theatre, caskets are carried onto center stage and piled up. On top of the stack of caskets, emblazed with names such as Martin Luther King and Malcolm X and words such as 'freedom,' 'bullying' and 'oppression,' was a vertical box of death entitled, 'Chardon High School.' Yes, FELA! is filled with music, but it is a wrenching tale of genocide, oppression and death, not only in Nigeria, where the show is set, but across the world, including a Cleveland Suburb. (more...)
'Kidpreneurs Parent/Teacher Guide' Debuts to Rave Reviewsby BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2013First, there was 'Kidpreneurs,' a revolutionary book written by brothers Matthew Toren and Adam Toren that teaches even the youngest entrepreneurs about proven business tactics. Since its release in 2009, 'Kidpreneurs' has won the NAPPA Gold Award, was named a best seller on Amazon.com, and has earned accolades in major publications like the Wall Street Journal and more. Now, the book's accompanied Parent/Teacher Guide helps parents and educators utilize 'Kidpreneurs' to lead their budding business experts into even more success. (more...)
Megan Hilty and More Set for Cabaret, Broadway and Comedy Lineup at Joe's Pub, Now thru 7/28by BWW News Desk - Apr 21, 2013Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its cabaret, Broadway and comedy acts today, April 21-July 28, 2013, including: Lindsay Mendez and Michael Holland, Leslie Kritzer, Megan Hilty, Bridget Everett, Song of a Convalescent Ayn Rand, Paul Oakley Stovall and Brad Simmons, NYU Tisch Presents, Blake Pfeil, Storm Large, Nicole Henry, Erin Markey, Joey Arias, Taylor Mac, William Blake, Moments with Ravi, Natalie Joy Johnson, Champagne Jerry, Wau Wau Sisters, The Georges, Pam Ann: Cockpit, Missi Pyle, John Kelly, Tori Scott, Murray Hill and Vagabond Opera. (more...)
Megan Hilty and More Set for Cabaret, Broadway and Comedy Lineup at Joe's Pub, 4/21-7/28by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2013Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its cabaret, Broadway and comedy acts April 21-July 28, 2013, including: Lindsay Mendez and Michael Holland, Leslie Kritzer, Megan Hilty, Bridget Everett, Song of a Convalescent Ayn Rand, Paul Oakley Stovall and Brad Simmons, NYU Tisch Presents, Blake Pfeil, Storm Large, Nicole Henry, Erin Markey, Joey Arias, Taylor Mac, William Blake, Moments with Ravi, Natalie Joy Johnson, Champagne Jerry, Wau Wau Sisters, The Georges, Pam Ann: Cockpit, Missi Pyle, John Kelly, Tori Scott, Murray Hill and Vagabond Opera. (more...)
Barbara Zaragoza Releases THE ESPRESSO BREAKby BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2013Last week, the Public Prosecutor's office continued investigating the large quantity of sludge secretly buried in Sports Park, one of the structures of the former industrial area of Bagnoli, a Suburb of Naples. The waste metals, heavily polluted by hydrocarbons, was buried over the course of a weekend in October 2007. Will renewed fears of trash and waste contamination make tourists stay away this year? (more...)
Midtown Direct Rep Announces THE COTTAGE Reading, 4/21by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2013Midtown Direct Rep will present a reading of the play The Cottage by Sandy Rustin as part of Midtown Direct Rep's recently launched play development series focused on new and innovative American theatre. (more...)
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