The Civil War

Running With Scissors Presents Kyle Daigrepont, Yvette Hargis, Jack Long, Brian Peterson, Lisa Picone, and Dorian Rush in HELL'S BELLES!, 6/7-6/23

Join Running With Scissors as they travel back in time to The Civil War, to the crumbling, dilapidated mansion that houses the French Finishing School for Little Confederate Women. (more...)

Butterfield Books Inc. Celebrates the 15th Anniversary of CULTIVATING HOPE

This summer Butterfield Books Inc. celebrates the fifteenth anniversary of the book Cultivating Hope, the second book in the Planting Dreams series by Kansas author Linda K. Hubalek. (more...)

John L. Dodson Shares with Readers Journal of Civil War Colonel

In his 2012 book, “The Civil War Journals of Col. Homer A. Plimpton 1861 – 1865” (published by Trafford Publishing), John L. Dodson shares the personal journals of Homer A. Plimpton, who joined the 39th Volunteer Regiment of Illinois in 1861 and rose from Private to Colonel of the regiment. (more...)

Newly-Acquired John Singer Sargent Painting Makes Its Debut at the New-York Historical Society, 6/7-9/8

Capturing the spirit of the United States through two centuries of artistic expression, From Colony to Nation: 200 Years of American Painting features more than eighty works dating from 1720 to 1918, drawn from the New-York Historical Society's large holdings of American paintings. On view June 7 through September 8, 2013, the exhibition interweaves art history and American history into a richly textured visual panorama, with subjects ranging from early Colonial portraits to urban Impressionism. The exhibition also highlights the story of the artists, patrons, and collectors whose contributions informed the history of New-York Historical. (more...)

Phil Gutierrez Launches SOLDIERS AND GHOSTS

In “Soldiers and Ghosts: How Josh Simmons Spent His Summer” (published by iUniverse), the first novel in Phil Gutierrez's trilogy about the American Civil War, readers encounter a tale of valor amid the horror of unceasing battle and struggle as the Ghost Army gained recruits at feverish pitch during the darkest days of The Civil War. (more...)

Dewey Roscoe Jones Releases DARK DAYS

In “Dark Days: A Tale of Love Along the Color Line” (published by iUniverse), a novel by the late Dewey Roscoe Jones, readers follow an African American man as he struggles to live and love after The Civil War. It is a story of love, justice, equality, sacrifice and brutality. (more...)

James Black and Elizabeth Bunch to Star in AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE HOLLOW at Alley Theatre; Full Cast Announced!

Beginning in July 2013, the Alley Theatre will produce Agatha Christie's The Hollow during its popular ExxonMobil Summer Chills series. Under the direction of Gregory Boyd, the Alley's resident company of actors will bring to life the colorful cast of characters in Agatha Christie's The Hollow. (more...)

Bay Street Players Launches New Author Program with Elizabeth Ireland

The Bay Street Players will host a series of book signings beginning with mystery writer Elizabeth Ireland and her new book, Death Takes Center Stageon June 15 from 2-5 at the State Theater located at 109 N. Bay Street in downtown Eustis. (more...)

NBC News Correspondent Don Oliver Dies at 76

Veteran NBC correspondent, Don Oliver has died at age 76. During his quarter century with NBC News,Oliver covered several big stories of the day including Vietnam, the civil rights movement and groundbreaking coverage of the environment. (more...)

The Actors Company Theatre Presents SAWBONES at New Play Festival, 6/5-6

SAWBONES, written by Carrie Robbins from stories by RD Robbins MD, will be directed in a staged reading by Pamela Hunt at TACT Studio on June 5 and 6, 2013. (more...)

THE SECRET GARDEN, EMMA and More Set for Windham Theatre Guild's 2013-14 Season

The Windham Theatre Guild has announced its 2013-2014 Main Stage Season of six shows as well as its two SpecialStage Events. Y (more...)

New York Musical Theatre Festival to Present World Premiere of CASTLE WALK, 7/22

NEW YORK MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL (NYMF) and CASTLE WALK THEATRE COMPANY LLC are pleased to announce, as part of the 2013 next link project, the world premiere production of Milton Granger's CASTLE WALK, directed by Richard Stafford. Castle Walk will play a one-week limited engagement at PTC Performance Space (555 West 42nd Street, NY, NY). Performances begin Monday, July 22nd and continue Sunday, July 28th. Opening Night is Monday, July 22nd (8 p.m.). (more...)

Film Legend Barbara Stanwyck & More Coming to TCM CLASSIC FILMS COLLECTIONS, 10/15

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) and Turner Classic Movies (TCM) are adding four new collections to their TCM Greatest Classic Films line, which spotlights some of Hollywood's most legendary actors and actresses in classic cinema. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Gettysburg Community Theatre Presents Wildhorn's THE CIVIL WAR For Battle's 150th Anniversary

Director Chad-Alan Carr and a cast of talented performers tackle Frank Wildhorn's version of The War Between The States and come out far ahead of Wildhorn's book (more...)

Barter Theatre to Kick Off 2013 Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights, 7/5

Barter Theatre announces the finalists for the 13th annual Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights (AFPP) to be held July 5-12 at Barter Stage II. Admission is free. Eight new plays have been selected for Barter's new play festival that is dedicated to giving voice to the stories and playwrights of Appalachia. (more...)

Summer Stages: BWW Top Picks for West Virginia Theater - Classic and Contemporary Summer Theater Choices

From new, contemporary and controversial theater to traditional summer stock musicals to theater under the stars, you can find the show (or shows) to satisfy any summer theater cravings in various locations in West Virginia. The theater seasons and events listed are only five highlights of the many great performances and live theater seasons occurring in West Virginia this summer. (more...)

Blue Day to Open for John Wayne's THE SEARCHERS at The Orpheum, 6/28

The Orpheum's Summer Movie Series welcomes back Blue Day, a local Bluegrass staple, for a special pre-movie concert on Friday, June 28 at 6:30 PM before the 7:00 PM showing of John Wayne in THE SEARCHERS. (more...)

Lincoln Amphitheatre Presents A. LINCOLN: A PIONEER'S TALE, Now Through 6/26

A staged production honoring President Lincoln's Indiana boyhood years runs annually during the month of June. (more...)

NEWSIES' Jeff Calhoun Set for ARTS IN THE CITY, 6/13

Jeff Calhoun, Tony Award-nominated director of the Broadway musical 'Newsies,' is interviewed by LaGuerre-Wilkinson about his discovery of theatre, being mentored by director/choreographer Tommy Tune, the struggles and challenges of a life in the theatre, and the success and ultimate validation of 'Newsies.' (more...)

42ND STREET to Play 6/11-23 at the Barn Theatre

Come on along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway at the Barn Theatre! The glamour, spectacle, and fashion of 1930s Broadway comes to the Barn in 42ND STREET June 11 through 23. (more...)

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