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Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 11/12

By: Nov. 16, 2012
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At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we've launched a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'.

In this week's edition of 'Regional Highlights of the Week', we bring you the most-read stories for the week of November 12. Enjoy and check back next week for another recap!


Featured Story of the Week: 

Review: Centaur Theatre's GOOD PEOPLE is a Love Letter to South Boston by Meghan Pearson (Montreal)

 


Albuquerque

BWW Reviews: LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE - The Santa Fe Production
by Tanya Rubinstein


Austin
Photo Flash: First Look at Trouble Puppet Theater's TOIL AND TROUBLE
by Jeff Davis

BWW Reviews: Austen Comes to Austin in Pristine PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
by Jeff Davis

Photo Flash: First Look at Animal Cracker Conspiracy Puppet Co.'s THE COLLECTOR
by Jeff Davis

BWW Reviews: A Slice of Life and Pie at Mary Moody Theatre's BUS STOP
by Jeff Davis

BWW Reviews: Austin Lyric Opera Presents a Perfect PAGLIACCI
by Jeff Davis

BWW Reviews: Texas State University – San Marcos Offers a Magical INTO THE WOODS
by Jeff Davis


Australia - Melbourne
BWW Reviews: PYGMALION - 5Pounds of Repertory Theatre
by Tim Carney

STAGE TUBE: Opening Night of Geoffrey Rush-Led A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM in Melbourne!
by Stage Tube

BWW Reviews: SALLY! A MUSICAL - An Interpretation of Kern's 1920's Hit Musical
by Tim Carney


Baltimore
BWW Reviews: The Mystery of MARY ROSE
by Brent Englar

Polochick To Lead BSO & Concert Artists of Baltimore Chorale In 30th Anniversary Performance of Handel’s MESSIAH, 12/7
by Patrick Nugent

BWW Reviews: The Strand's INEXCUSABLE FANTASIES Delivers Outrageous Hilarity With No Excuses
by Giordana Segneri

BWW Reviews: This is Your Gothic Life, Mr. Poe
by Tina Saratsiotis


Boston
BWW Blog: Molly Tynes of A.R.T.'s PIPPIN - PIPPIN Gets Political
by Guest Blogger: Molly Tynes

Voting Open for 2012 BWW Boston Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW

BWW Blog: Molly Tynes of A.R.T.'s PIPPIN - Under the Big Top
by Guest Blogger: Molly Tynes

Anthony Bourdain Brings 'Guts & Glory' Tour to Symphony Hall Tonight
by TV News Desk


Central Pennsylvania
BWW Reviews: Muppets, Music, and Mayhem Mark AVENUE Q At York Little Theatre
by Marakay Rogers

BWW Reviews: THE MUSIC MAN Comes To Theatre Harrisburg
by Marakay Rogers


Chicago
STAGE TUBE: Patti LuPone, Ann Hampton Callaway, and More Salute Ravinia Women's Board
by Stage Tube

Brit Parody Duo Bring Hogwarts to Chicago; POTTED POTTER Now Playing Through 12/23
by Tyler Peterson

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for November 14th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson


Cleveland
BWW Reviews: HOW HIS BRIDE CAME TO ABRAHAM
by Roy Berko

BWW Reviews: New BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour Can't Compare to Original
by Vicky Croisant

BWW Reviews: THE WHIPPING MAN Provides a Twisting, Emotional Rollercoaster
by Vicky Croisant


Comedy
VIDEO: Comedy Central's MASH UP,DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART
by TV News Desk

Comedy Central Premieres CHRIS HARDWICK: MANDROID Tonight, 11/10
by TV News Desk

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Jim Breuer's Documentary MORE THAN ME, Airing on Current TV Today
by TV News Desk

Louis CK to Return to HBO in All-New Comedy Special
by TV News Desk

Stephen Colbert Immortalized In Wax At Madame Tussauds Washington D.C.
by TV News Desk

EPIX to Air JAY & SILENT BOB GO DOWN UNDER, 11/30
by TV News Desk

Quotables from SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE’S WEEKEND UPDATE WITH SETH MEYERS
by TV News Desk

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Eric Idle in WHAT ABOUT DICK?, Available for Digital Download Today
by TV News Desk

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Tonight's TOSH.O, BRICKLEBERRY,MASH UP on Comedy Central
by TV News Desk

VIDEO: Highlights from ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE - Week of 11/5
by TV News Desk

LATE SHOW's 'Top Ten 'Beverage Breakthroughs'
by TV News Desk

Comedy Central to Premiere GARY GULMAN: IN THIS ECONOMY, 12/8
by TV News Desk

Comedy Central Renews THE BURN WITH JEFF ROSS
by TV News Desk


Connecticut
Voting Open for 2012 BWW Connecticut Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW

BWW Reviews: It’s a Good Show, CHARLIE BROWN, at Broad Brook Opera House
by Jacques Lamarre

BWW TV: 'Behind the Screams' of Goodspeed's SOMETHING'S AFOOT - Video Blog #7
by BroadwayWorld TV


Denver
BWW Reviews: Ignite Theatre's SWEENEY TODD - Bloody Fun!
by Michael Mulhern

Jewel Headlines Family-Themed Skating Show Today, 11/11
by TV News Desk

BWW Reviews: Denver's Dangerous Theater Presents Fascinating COMFORT IN THE ARMS OF THE DAMNED
by Michael Mulhern


Des Moines
BWW Reviews: STOMP Turns Up The Volume
by Brooke Bridenstine


Detroit
BWW Reviews: SUNSET BLVD Plays at Village Players of Birmingham Through Nov. 18
by Anton Anderssen


Germany
BWW Reviews: SNOWHITE in Bonn
by Marcel Konrath

STAGE TUBE: First Look at WAR HORSE in Berlin
by Stage Tube


Houston
BWW Reviews: THE BEEBO BRINKER CHORNICLES - Fun, Humorous, and Thought-Provoking Pulp Inspired Play
by David Clarke

BWW Reviews: Stages' WINTER WONDERETTES is Sweet, Bubbly Holiday Treat
by David Clarke

BWW Reviews: A LITTLE HOUSE CHRISTMAS is a Feel Good Holiday Show
by David Clarke


Indonesia
BWW Reviews: '1832' at Graha Bakti Budaya Highlights Strong Message of 'Unity in Diversity'
by Salsabila Khairunisa Gunadi


Italy
BWW Interviews: Simona Patitucci
by Antonino Pratticò


Las Vegas
STAGE TUBE: Stars Gather for Cirque du Soleil's ZARKANA Premiere in Las Vegas!
by Stage Tube

BWW TV: Highlights from ZARKANA in Las Vegas!
by BroadwayWorld TV


Little Rock
Regional Theater of the Week: The Weekend Theater in Little Rock, AR
by BWW Features


Long Island
BWW Interviews: A Chat With Director Mark Rampmeyer
by Melissa Giordano

Broadway Sings for Pride Plays Long Island Gay & Lesbian Film Festival Closing Party Tonight
by Movies News Desk

Qurrat Ann Kadwani Performs One-Woman Show in Long Island City, 11/15
by Oliver Oliveros

Qurrat Ann Kadwani Performs One-Woman Show in Long Island City Tonight, 11/15
by Oliver Oliveros


Los Angeles
BWW Reviews: GODSPELL, JR. - A Joyful Celebration from CTGSC
by Ellen Dostal

BWW Reviews: DOMA Theatre Company Moves in to AVENUE Q
by Ellen Dostal

BWW Reviews: Henry Prego's Stimulating Tribute to Frank Sinatra at the Encore Dinner Theatre
by Don Grigware

BWW Reviews: Seaglass Theatre Offers Twisted Christmas Fare
by Don Grigware

BWW Reviews: Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel Graces Stage at Pasadena Playhouse
by Don Grigware

People Helping People Announces 2012 TOUCHING LIVES Award Recipients; Ceremony Set for 11/15
by TV News Desk

2012 TOUCHING LIVES Award Ceremony Set for Today
by TV News Desk

Photo Coverage: Inside the 2012 OVATION AWARDS!
by Lily Lim


Mesa
STAGE TUBE: Mesa Encore Theatre's GUYS & DOLLS - Highlights!
by Stage Tube


Milwaukee, WI
BWW Interviews: Multi-Talented Carmen De La Paz Returns Home for Benefit Concert (11/17/2012)
by Keith Gray

BWW Reviews: ROCK OF AGES – A Rockin' Good Time
by Keith Gray


Minneapolis
BWW TV: First Look at Highlights from CTC's HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
by BroadwayWorld TV


Montreal
Review: Centaur Theatre's GOOD PEOPLE is a Love Letter to South Boston
by Meghan Pearson


Nashville
Boiler Room Theatre Celebrates The Holiday Season With Pair of Shows
by Jeffrey Ellis

Photo Coverage: The First Night Robe is Presented to OUTSIDE PARADISE's Clay Steakley
by Jeffrey Ellis

BWW Reviews: Trio of Leading Ladies Provide the Heart for Keeton Theatre's SWEET CHARITY
by Jeffrey Ellis

BWW Reviews: Feehely's Exquisite OUTSIDE PARADISE Given World Premiere by Actors Bridge and Belmont
by Jeffrey Ellis

STAGE TUBE: Geoff Davin's 'White Beat'
by Jeffrey Ellis

Broadway Leading Man David Elder Has a WHITE CHRISTMAS Homecoming in Nashville
by Jeffrey Ellis

BWW Reviews: WHITE CHRISTMAS: Nostalgic, Sentimental, Romantic AND an Irving Berlin Score
by Jeffrey Ellis

Lipscomb University Theatre to Stage Full Production of LES MISERABLES in November 2013
by Jeffrey Ellis

BWW Reviews: Rhubarb Celebrates Its 10th Season With Revival of BIRDS IN CHURCH
by Jeffrey Ellis

BWW Reviews: Street Theatre Company's MISS SAIGON IN CONCERT: Superb and Moving
by Jeffrey Ellis


New Jersey
BWW TV: Meet the Cast of Paper Mill Playhouse's THE SOUND OF MUSIC- Plus a Performance Preview!
by BroadwayWorld TV

Photo Coverage: Paper Mill Playhouse's THE SOUND OF MUSIC Meets the Press
by Jennifer Broski

BWW Interviews: Bill Bowers at Centenary Stages
by Gregory G. Allen


Philadelphia
Voting Open for 2012 BWW Philadelphia Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Walnut Street Theatre's MUSIC MAN Photo Shoot!
by Stage Tube


Philippines
MISS SAIGON Audition Tips from Other Actresses that Played Kim
by Oliver Oliveros

Disney’s CAMP ROCK Opens Friday, 11/16
by Oliver Oliveros

Disney’s CAMP ROCK Opens Today
by Oliver Oliveros

Stage Tube: Christian Bautista Sings “Tagistis ng Ulan” from RAMA HARI
by Oliver Oliveros

Stage Tube: Young Filipino Pianists Perform for FORTE@40, 11/18
by Oliver Oliveros

Photo Coverage: Disney’s CAMP ROCK Production Photos!
by Oliver Oliveros


Phoenix
MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH, & I'M HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Comes To Herberger Theater
by Patrick Nugent


Pittsburgh
BWW Interviews: William Shatner Reflects on Career, Creativity, and SHATNER'S WORLD: WE JUST LIVE IN IT
by Amy Strycula


Raleigh
Frank Abagnale, Jr. Visits Raleigh to Talk CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
by Larissa Mount

BWW Reviews: SHINING CITY Challenges at Burning Coal Theatre Company
by Larissa Mount

Photo Flash: JERSEY BOYS Tour Holds 'Rock Like a Man' Concert to Benefit BCEFA
by Larisa Mount


Rhode Island
BWW Reviews: 2nd Story Theatre Dazzles With Brilliant AN INSPECTOR CALLS
by Veronica Bruscini

BWW Reviews: The Gamm Theatre Examines Art and Life in RED
by Veronica Bruscini


Salt Lake City
Kristin Chenoweth to Perform New Year's Eve Concert at Eccles Center
by Tyler Hinton

BWW Student Center: University of Utah Tackles 'TIS A PITY SHE'S A WHORE
by Megan Pedersen

BWW Student Center: Hats Off to Westminster College's NOISES OFF!
by Megan Pedersen

BWW Interviews: Local Legend, Director Christopher Clark
by Megan Pedersen

BWW Reviews: LION IN WINTER is Sure to Impress!
by Megan Pedersen

BWW Reviews: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at the Capitol Theatre Is Kooky, Spooky, and a Lot of Fun
by Tyler Hinton

BWW Interviews: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Star Douglas Sills on Reinventing Gomez and Percy
by Tyler Hinton


San Antonio
BWW Reviews: Texas State University – San Marcos Offers a Magical INTO THE WOODS
by Jeff Davis


San Francisco
BWW Interviews: Sean Kelly Talks About A SWINGIN' HOLIDAY
by Harmony Wheeler

BWW Reviews: Phenomenal LION KING, a Must-See Theatrical Event
by Linda Hodges

Voting Open for 2012 BWW San Francisco Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW


Seattle
BWW Reviews: Village Brings the Charm and Heart with FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Jay Irwin


South Africa
BWW Reviews: Diverting and Thought-Provoking SPECIAL THANKS TO GUESTS FROM AFAR at Artscape Arena
by David Fick


South Korea
STAGE TUBE: Frank Wildhorn's RUDOLF Opens in Seoul!
by Stage Tube


Spain
'Niko y los bits', un moderno musical familiar en el Nuevo Apolo
by Roberto Rodriguez

Avance de ‘LA DONA VINGUDA DEL FUTUR’, esperadísima aventura musical de Guille Milkyway, Marc Rosich y Beth Rodergas
by Fernando Solla Rosell

Albert Guinovart y Pau Miró se apuntan al ‘VIATGE A LA LLUNA’ de Xavier Montsalvatge y Josep Maria Espinàs
by Fernando Solla Rosell

Un teatro de Gerona deja las entradas y se pasa a las zanahorias
by Javier A. Gabrielssön

'Don Pepito', un musical familiar basado en el mundo del circo
by Roberto Rodriguez


St. Louis
BWW Reviews: Spirited Radio City Christmas Spectacular at the Peabody Opera House
by Chris Gibson

BWW Reviews: Amusing Staging of MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS by Dramatic License Productions
by Chris Gibson

BWW Reviews: R-S Theatrics Funny and Touching SUICIDE, INC.
by Chris Gibson


St. Petersburg
The Palladium Theatre To Host 2ND ANNUAL ROCK AND ROLL CONCERT TO BENEFIT TOYS FOR TOTS, 11/24
by Patrick Nugent


Toronto
BWW Interviews: The Canuck of LA CAGE - Jeigh Madjus
by Kelly Cameron

Photo Coverage: Annie Lennox, Sarah McLachlan and Angelique Kidjo at HOPE RISING
by Kelly Cameron

Review: Centaur Theatre's GOOD PEOPLE is a Love Letter to South Boston
by Meghan Pearson

BWW Special: The Real Reason Everyone Should See THE NORMAL HEART
by Kelly Cameron


UK / West End
2012 BWW:UK Awards: SWEENEY TODD And MATILDA Continue To Lead The Way!
by Carrie Dunn

STAGE TUBE: Melanie C and Emma Bunton Record 'I Know Him So Well' for STAGES Album
by Stage Tube

See GOODNIGHT MISTER TOM & Receive Free Glass of Champagne & No Booking Fees!
by Contests

Photo Flash: First Look at Mark Rylance in TWELFTH NIGHT
by Patrick Nugent

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Set to Tour the UK Starring Jason Donovan- Opens at Manchester Opera House, Feb 9
by BWW


Washington, DC
Voting Open for 2012 BWW Washington DC Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW

BWW Reviews: Keegan Theatre’s ALL MY SONS – Compelling Drama, Strong Acting
by Jennifer Perry

BWW Reviews: Woolly Turns Reality on Its Head with Metaphorical YOU FOR ME FOR YOU
by Jennifer Perry

NSO Pops: Megan Hilty Sings Sinatra & More, 11/23 & 11/24; Tickets Start at $29!
by Contests





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