Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 9/17
By: BWW Special Coverage Sep. 21, 2012
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 are launching a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'.
Below you'll find a list of the most-read stories in our regional markets for the week of September 17. Browse over to your favorite far-away city/country to see what's making news, see what productions are playing around the country and overseas and get to know new performers! Enjoy this virtual trek around the globe and stay tuned for next week's recap of regional not-to-be-missed news!
Featured Story of the Week: BWW Interviews: Kristin Chenoweth on OVER THE RAINBOW, ALW and Embracing 'Different' by Kelly Cameron (Toronto)
Argentina
BWW TV: Primeros ganadores de los Premios Hugo 2011-2012
by Florencia Nijensohn
BroadwayWorld Argentina te invita a los Premios Hugo
by Florencia Nijensohn
Australia - Brisbane
BWW Reviews: A Rare and Beautiful SOUTH PACIFIC For Australia
by Jacqueline Bublitz
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Reveals Plans to Take JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to US and Australia!
by Stage Tube
Australia - Melbourne
BWW Reviews: 5Pound Theatre's KISS THEM ALL SOUNDLY is New and Gritty
by Tim Carney
BWW Reviews: A Rare and Beautiful SOUTH PACIFIC For Australia
by Jacqueline Bublitz
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Reveals Plans to Take JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to US and Australia!
by Stage Tube
Barassi The Stage Show Kicks Off in Melbourne
by Jacqueline Bublitz
Australia - Perth
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Reveals Plans to Take JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to US and Australia!
by Stage Tube
Australia - Sydney
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Reveals Plans to Take JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to US and Australia!
by Stage Tube
Baltimore
BWW Reviews: ELECTRA - The Young and the Vengeful
by Tina Saratsiotis
BWW Reviews: Everyman Theatre Hits a Home Run with TIME STANDS STILL
by Charles Shubow
BWW Reviews: The Challenge Is Still There In The Color Purple at Toby's
by Jack L. B. Gohn
BWW Reviews: Taking a Stand - GOLDA'S BALCONY at Vagabond Players
by Daniel Collins
Boston
BWW Review: A Melange of Musical Theatre and Opera in THE MIKADO
by Nancy Grossman
BWW REVIEW: MARIE ANTOINETTE Sheds Light on Royal Pain
by Jan Nargi
Photo Coverage: BLOOD BROTHERS Opens at West Springfield's Majestic Theater
by Stephen Sorokoff
Photo Coverage: Amanda McBroom & George Ball Play Barrington Stage Company
by Stephen Sorokoff
Central New York
BWW TV: Scenes from Finger Lakes' SPELLING BEE at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse
by BroadwayWorld TV
BWW Reviews: THE 25TH ANNUAL SPELLING BEE e-n-t-e-r-t-a-i-n-s at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse
by Josh Austin
Central Pennsylvania
Two Weeks In, Totem Pole Campaign Shows Positive Signs
by Marakay Rogers
Robbie Limon Rocks Totem Pole Playhouse Fundraiser Today, 9/16
by Marakay Rogers
BWW Reviews: Marc Robin's GYPSY Shines at Fulton Theatre
by Marakay Rogers
Charlotte
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Jarrod Emick, Lauren Kennedy and More in Flat Rock's ZELDA: AN AMERICAN LOVE STORY - Performance Highlights!
by Stage Tube
CPCC Theatre Kicks Off 2012 Season With GODSPELL, 9/28 - 10/07
by Patrick Nugent
Chicago
BWW TV: Jason Danieley, Carmen Cusack and CST's SUNDAY IN THE PARK Perform at Art Institute of Chicago
by BroadwayWorld TV
STAGE TUBE: Gina Milo, Chris Critelli and More in Scenes from XANADU at Chicago's Drury Lane Theatre!
by Stage Tube
BWW TV: Cast of SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Perform at the Art Institute of Chicago
by BroadwayWorld TV
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for September 19th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson
STAGE TUBE: Gina Milo, Chris Critelli, Rachel Rockwell and More at Drury Lane's XANADU After Party
by Stage Tube
mun2 to Hold Chicago Auditions for REVENTION Guest DJ, 9/29
by TV News Desk
Connecticut
BWW Reviews: A Jolly, and Not-So-Jolly, Holiday with MARY POPPINS
by Lauren Yarger
Photo Coverage: BLOOD BROTHERS Opens at West Springfield's Majestic Theater
by Stephen Sorokoff
Costa Mesa
BWW Reviews: West Coast Premiere of THE BOOK OF MORMON Finally Blesses Southern California
by Michael L. Quintos
BWW Reviews: OC's 3D Theatricals Presents Enjoyable Berlin Revue I LOVE A PIANO
by Michael L. Quintos
Dallas
Dallas Theater Center Extends THE SECOND CITY DOES DALLAS Through 10/6!
by Patrick Nugent
Delaware
Roundabout Theatre Company’s ANYTHING GOES Tour Stops at DuPont Theatre, 10/30 - 11/04
by Patrick Nugent
Denver
BWW Reviews: Equinox Theatre Presents ASSASSINS - Killer Effort!
by Michael Mulhern
NOW PLAYING: Parker Arts Presents New Work SCARLET LETTER...The Musical This Weekend Only (Sept 14-16)!
by Michael Mulhern
STAGE TUBE: IN FOCUS Goes Behind the Scenes of BLOODY BLOODY Andrew Jackson
by Stage Tube
BWW Exclusive: Interview with Kim Staunton - Her Talented Career and August Wilson's Profound Impact!
by Michael Mulhern
BWW Reviews: Curious Theatre Presents THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DIETY - Unexpected Delight!
by Michael Mulhern
Detroit
Spotlight Players Present FROM The Shadows: THE VILLAINS TAKE THE STAGE Cabaret, 10/12-13
by Carly Rosemore
Planet Ant's HAMTOWN RACES brings Hamtramck's changing culture to life from 9/21 to 10/13
by Katie Laban
The Talent of DEATH AND THE MAIDEN is Thrilled to Open Matrix Theatre Company's 22nd season on 9/21
by Katie Laban
Grosse Pointe Theatre's OKLAHOMA! is Fantastic in their Opening Performance
by Katie Laban
DEATH AND THE MAIDEN Opens Matrix Theatre Company's 22nd season Tonight, 9/21
by Katie Laban
Germany
Photo Coverage: ELISABETH feiert Gala-Premiere im Wiener Raimund Theater
by Marcel Konrath
CATS Castchange - Neue Darsteller proben in Köln
by Marcel Konrath
Vom Geist der Weihnacht verzaubert Essen
by Marcel Konrath
Saison-Eröffnung in der Werkstatt in der Staatsoper Berlin im Schillertheater
by Marcel Konrath
Viele prominente Künstler mit Tabaluga auf Tour
by Marcel Konrath
The Rat Pack - Der international umjubelte Bühnenerfolg zurück in Deutschland
by Marcel Konrath
Houston
BWW Reviews: MURDER FOR DUMMIES - Fun Despite Flaws
by David Clarke
BWW Reviews: Black Lab Theatre's BOOM - Bombastically Funny, Exploding With Insight
by David Clarke
BWW Interviews: Kim Tobin and Philip Lehl Talk Studio 101 and Everything Stark Naked Theatre Company
by David Clarke
BWW Interviews: Crystal and Justin O'Brien Chat About LIFE IS A DREAM, Performing Together & Successful Relationships
by David Clarke
Theatre Under The Stars To Present PETER PAN with Cathy Rigby, 12/11- 12/23
by Patrick Nugent
BWW Interviews: Julia Traber Talks MISS JULIE, Studio 101, Strindberg's Legacy & Arts Impact On Politics
by David Clarke
Kansas City
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek of Claybourne Elder, Mary Testa, Wallace Smith in KC Rep's PIPPIN!
by Stage Tube
Long Island
BWW Reviews: TREASURE ISLAND, A MUSICAL ADVENTURE World Premiere - A Wonderful Pirate Tale at Theatre Three
by Melissa Giordano
Performance Space 122 & THE Chocolate Factory To Present ICH, KÜRBISGEIST, 10/25 - 11/10
by Patrick Nugent
Los Angeles
BWW Reviews: West Coast Premiere of THE BOOK OF MORMON Finally Blesses Southern California
by Michael L. Quintos
STAGE TUBE: Idina Menzel Talks THE BOOK OF MORMON at LA Premiere!
by Stage Tube
STAGE TUBE: Rick and Katie Zieff Talk 60th Anniversary Anne Frank: DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL Podcast
by Stage Tube
BWW TV: Star-Studded Red Carpet Arrivals for Pantages' BOOK OF MORMON - Jason Alexander, Don Cheadle, Viola Davis & More!
by Michael Sterling and Jerry Evans
WORST AUDITION EVER Begins Three Month Run at Silverlake's Cavern Club Theater, 9/18
by Sierra Fox
Photo Coverage: Tony Award-Nominee Valarie Pettiford at The Renberg Theatre
by LA News Desk
Brett Ryback Exposes The Kid with the Keys at Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal
by Don Grigware
BWW Reviews: OC's 3D Theatricals Presents Enjoyable Berlin Revue I LOVE A PIANO
by Michael L. Quintos
BWW Reviews: Anthony Skordi is Cautious Yet Focused in ONASSIS World Premiere at Stella Adler Theatre
by Don Grigware
BWW Reviews: Doma Goes to XANADU for Fulfillment of Love and Art
by Don Grigware
BWW Interviews: Cortes Alexander Talks His Challenging Role in Crown City Theatre's DANGEROUS CORNER
by Don Grigware
WORST AUDITION EVER Begins Three Month Run at Silverlake's Cavern Club Theater Tonight, 9/18
by Sierra Fox
Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets to NOVEMBER at the Mark Taper Forum!
by Contests
STAGE TUBE: Meet Hal Linden and the Cast and Creatives of Pasadena Playhouse's UNDER MY SKIN
by Stage Tube
Nashville
BWW Reviews: CAROLINE, OR CHANGE May Be Street Theatre Company's Best Yet
by Jeffrey Ellis
BWW Reviews: Keeton Theatre's LEGALLY BLONDE Is As Good As It Gets
by Jeffrey Ellis
JK Gregg Directs THE CEMETARY CLUB For Franklin's Pull-Tight Players
by Jeffrey Ellis
SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS, Directed By Robyn Berg, Opens Lipscomb Theatre's 2012-13 Season
by Jeffrey Ellis
9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Onstage at The Gaslight Dinner Theatre Through October 13
by Jeffrey Ellis
BWW Reviews: 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Is More Than Just Nostalgic Fun At The Roxy
by Jeffrey Ellis
BWW Reviews: THE MOUNTAINTOP Reveals The Man Behind The Myth With Imagination
by Jeffrey Ellis
POLL: What touring show at TPAC are you most excited to see this season?
by Jeffrey Ellis
Netherlands
LOVE STORY Announced for 2013
by Dutch Reporter
New Jersey
BWW Interviews: Phoenix Productions' Mandy Feiler Talks Playing 'Eliza Doolittle'
by Gregory G. Allen
BWW Interviews: Artistic Director and Goodman Family in 4th Wall's NEXT TO NORMAL
by Caryn Robbins
BWW Reviews: The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Charles Dickens’ OLIVER TWIST
by Gregory G. Allen
NJ Native Janeane Garofalo Stars in BAD PARENTS, Premiering at Montclair Film Festival, 10/3
by Movies News Desk
BWW Interviews: Director Larry Landsman of BCP MUSIC MAN
by Gregory G. Allen
Orlando
STAGE TUBE: Penn & Teller Go Behind the Scenes at 'New(kd) Las Vegas' Haunted House for Halloween Horror Nights 22
by Stage Tube
Philadelphia
BWW Reviews: Walnut Street Theatre's LOVE STORY - Charming Yet Heartbreaking
by Rebecca Goering
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Alexandra Silber, Will Reynolds and More in Walnut Street's LOVE STORY - Performance Highlights!
by Stage Tube
Philippines
Photo Flash: Leo Valdez & Monique Wilson Star in THE KING AND I, Opening Tonight, Sept 15
by Oliver Oliveros
Photo Exclusive: On Stage with Ballet Philippines’ ANTING
by Oliver Oliveros
Review Roundup: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Manila; Show Must Close 10/14
by Oliver Oliveros
Atlantis Productions’ NINE Opens Tonight, 9/21
by Oliver Oliveros
ANG BAGONG HARANA Back for the Third Time, 10/18-28
by Oliver Oliveros
Rhode Island
BWW Reviews: Trinity Rep Opens 2012-13 Season with Compelling KING LEAR
by Veronica Bruscini
Salt Lake City
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Pioneer Theatre's IN THE HEIGHTS with John Herrera, Natalie Toro & More!
by Stage Tube
BWW Reviews: Pioneer Theatre Company's IN THE HEIGHTS is Not to Be Missed
by Tyler Hinton
Student Center: University of Utah's Latest Production is Ripped From the Headlines
by Megan Pedersen
San Diego
BWW Reviews: West Coast Premiere of THE BOOK OF MORMON Finally Blesses Southern California
by Michael L. Quintos
BWW Reviews: OC's 3D Theatricals Presents Enjoyable Berlin Revue I LOVE A PIANO
by Michael L. Quintos
BWW TV: First Look at George Takei, Lea Salonga, Telly Leung and More in The Old Globe's Broadway Bound ALLEGIANCE - Performance Highlights
by Stage Tube
San Francisco
BWW Reviews: San Jose Finds a Rare Pearl in Bizet's THE PEARL FISHERS
by Harmony Wheeler
Seattle
Next 50 Cultural Exchange Tours to Seattle Neighborhoods
by Kelsey Denette
BWW Reviews: Village Theatre's BIG RIVER Has Some Big Talent But Also An Identity Crisis
by Jay Irwin
BWW Reviews: IS HE DEAD? From Theater Schmeater is Funny But Misses Opportunities
by Jay Irwin
BWW Reviews: Omigod You Guys, SMT's LEGALLY BLONDE is Totally Great!
by Jay Irwin
BWW Reviews: ACT's UNCLE HO TO Uncle Sam - One-Note & Filled With Anger
by Jay Irwin
BWW Reviews: Fun But Under Prepared BLOODY BLOODY Andrew Jackson From ArtsWest
by Jay Irwin
South Africa
BWW Reviews: Funny BENCH Fleeces Its Own Intentions at The Kalk Bay Theatre
by David Fick
Spain
Los Premios del Teatro Musical se entregarán el 1 de octubre
by Roberto Rodriguez
SORTEOS BWWS: Te invitamos a 'Primer acto' de Juan Pablo Di Pace
by Javier A. Gabrielssön
Susan Egan ofrecerá una Masterclass en AULES
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez
BWW TV: Evil Dead El musical
by Javier A. Gabrielssön
Susan Egan interpretará un tema de EL ÚLTIMO JINETE en su concierto
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez
BWW Interviews: EVIL DEAD se presenta en Kinépolis
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez
Photo Flash: Presentación de Sonrisas y Lágrimas en Madrid
by Laura Pelaez
St. Louis
BWW Reviews: STAGES St. Louis Puts On Flashy and Stylish MY ONE AND ONLY
by Chris Gibson
St. Paul
Regional Theater of the Week: The Ordway in St. Paul, MN!
by BWW Features
Thousand Oaks
BWW Reviews: West Coast Premiere of THE BOOK OF MORMON Finally Blesses Southern California
by Michael L. Quintos
BWW Reviews: OC's 3D Theatricals Presents Enjoyable Berlin Revue I LOVE A PIANO
by Michael L. Quintos
Toronto
STAGE TUBE: Set Building Time-Lapse for CBC's OVER THE RAINBOW, Premiering Tonight, Sept 16!
by Stage Tube
Photo Coverage: Andrew Lloyd Webber Comes to Toronto for OVER THE RAINBOW
by Kelly Cameron
BWW Interviews: Kristin Chenoweth on OVER THE RAINBOW, ALW and Embracing 'Different'
by Kelly Cameron
Tulsa
STAGE TUBE: Michael Baron and Ashley Wells Announce 2013 Season at the Lyric Theatre
by Stage Tube
UK / West End
BWW Reviews: A BROKEN ROSE, Cockpit Theatre, September 13 2012
by Gary Naylor
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Reveals Plans to Take JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to US and Australia!
by Stage Tube
BWW Reviews: THE SACRED FLAME, Rose Theatre, September 17 2012
by Gary Naylor
BWW TV: Owain Arthur of ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS
by Kate Finburg
BWW TV: Deka Walmsley of Billy Elliot
by Kate Finburg
Save 50% on Great Seats to ZooNation’s SOME LIKE IT HIP HOP
by Contests
GIGGIN4GOOD Charity Concert for Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital Returns to Actors' Church, Covent Garden, Oct 7
by RoBert Gould
Michael Ball, Janie Dee, Jenna Russell and Danielle Hope to Appear at MERCURY MUSICAL DEVELOPMENTS 20TH ANNIVERSARY GALA, Oct 14
by Carrie Dunn
BWW Reviews: The Tiger Lillies PERFORM HAMLET, Queen Elizabeth II Hall, Southbank Centre, September 18 2012
by Gary Naylor
BWW Reviews: WHAT YOU WILL, Apollo Theatre, Sept 18 2012
by Lucy Thackray
Washington, DC
BWW Reviews: Talented Cast Shines in Woolly Mammoth's THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY
by Jennifer Perry
BWW TV: First Look at Shakespeare Theatre's BLACK WATCH - Video Highlights!
by BroadwayWorld TV
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