A HOME WHAT HOWLS (OR THE HOUSE WHAT WAS RAVINE) to Begin Performances at Steppenwolf Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2024 Steppenwolf Theatre presents the world premiere of 'a home what howls (or the house what was ravine)' by Matthew Paul Olmos. ...
Review Roundup: THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks & More; What Did the Critics Think?
by Michael Major - December 19, 2023 Read the reviews for The Color Puprle movie musical! It stars Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks reprising the roles that they previously played on Broadway, plus Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Find out what cri...
Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 12, 2024 xWe spoke with Alexandra Silber about starring in Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson....
Cast Set for Steppenwolf's World Premiere of A HOME WHAT HOWLS (OR THE HOUSE WHAT WAS RAVINE)
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 28, 2023 Get the latest news on the cast announcement for Steppenwolf Theatre's world premiere of A Home What Howls (or The House What Was Ravine) running from February 7 to March 2, 2024 in the Ensemble Theater....
Dances with Robots Releases A Conversation with Catie Cuan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 01, 2023 Join Sydney Skybetter as he sits down with Dr. Catie Cuan, a pioneer in the field of choreorobotics, in this episode of the Dances with Robots podcast. Discover her personal and professional journey and delve into the question of why dance with a robot. Available now on listening platforms....
Mark Bedard, Cecil Blutcher & More to Star in BUST World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2024 Alliance Theatre and Goodman Theatre revealed the cast and creative team of their upcoming world-premiere co-production, BUST. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!...
Peacock Orders Kevin Hart's FIGHT NIGHT: THE MILLION DOLLAR HEIST
by Michael Major - December 13, 2023 Peacock orders limited drama series FIGHT NIGHT: THE MILLION DOLLAR HEIST, starring Kevin Hart, who executive produces alongside Will Packer. Set in Atlanta, the series follows the heavyweight fight and criminal underground heist that introduced the world to the city dubbed “the Black Mecca,” and th...
Janet Ulrich Brooks Leads Cast of Drury Lane Theatre's THE AUDIENCE
by Blair Ingenthron - July 26, 2024 Drury Lane Theatre has announced casting for its production of The Audience. Written by Peter Morgan, writer of the Emmy Award-winning “The Crown,” Drury Lane’s production is directed by Jessica Fisch and runs August 28 – October 20, 2024....
Play On Shakespeare & The Acting Company Announce Casting for 2025 Repertory Tour
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2024 Play On Shakespeare and The Acting Company announced their 2025 repertory tour featuring Christina Anderson's modern verse translation of THE COMEDY OF ERRORS and August Wilson's TWO TRAINS RUNNING....
A Red Orchid Theatre Announces Cast & Crew of IN QUIETNESS
by A.A. Cristi - December 12, 2023 A Red Orchid Theatre has announced the cast and creative team behind the Chicago Premiere of IN QUIETNESS by Anna Ouyang Moench, directed by Ensemble Member dado. ...
Watch the First 10 Minutes of THE COLOR PURPLE With Whoopi Goldberg, 'Mysterious Ways' & More
by Michael Major - January 22, 2024 The first 10 minutes of The Color Purple have been released, featuring Whoopi Goldberg's cameo and the opening number, 'Mysterious Ways.' The video also features Tamela Mann, Halle Bailey, David Alan Grier, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and Deon Cole. It opens with Bailey and Mpasi si...
Meet the Cast of HELL'S KITCHEN, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2024 Hell's Kitchen, the new musical conceived by Alicia Keys, begins previews tonight, March 28, with an opening night set for Saturday, April 20 at Broadway’s Shubert Theatre. Meet the cast of Hell's Kitchen here!...
Review Roundup: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Almeida Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 18, 2024 See what the critics are saying about Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at Almeida Theatre. Read the reviews for the production starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and learn more!...
Photos: First Look at Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024 Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 48th season with the world premiere of Purpose, an epic family drama by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Get a first look at photos. ...
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, HERE WE ARE, & More Receive Artios Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - November 01, 2024 Casting Society has announced nominations in the theatre, television, commercials, short film and short-form series for the 2025 Artios Awards. The awards will be presented in multiple locations on February 12, 2025....
FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - January 17, 2024 GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Gre...
Oprah Will Go Behind THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical In New Max Documentary
by Michael Major - November 27, 2023 The Max Original documentary, provides a behind-the-scenes look into the making of the upcoming movie musical reimagining of “The Color Purple.” Oprah Winfrey will take viewers inside the four-decade phenomenon, exploring the importance of the novel, films and musical, and the ever-evolving conversa...
Photos: THE COLOR PURPLE Character Posters Show New Look at Colman Domingo, Danielle Brooks & More
by Michael Major - December 04, 2023 Ahead of the release of the The Color Purple, check out new character poster photos for the musical movie, featuring Taraji P. Henson as Shug Avery, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi as Young Celie, H.E.R. as Squeak, Colman Domingo as Mister, Corey Hawkins as Harpo, Halle Bailey as Young Nettie, Danielle Brooks ...
The Overtones Release New Christmas Single Ahead of UK Tour
by Josh Sharpe - November 05, 2024 As they prepare to hit the road for their annual The Good Times Christmas Tour, the UK’s top vocal harmony group are getting in the Christmas spirit early, with the release of Turn Your Light On. Listen to it now!...
FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - January 17, 2024 GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Gre...
Photos: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's PURPOSE in Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - March 02, 2024 Check out rehearsal photos for Steppenwolf Theatre Company's world premiere of Purpose, an epic family drama by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad, here!...
Cast Set for HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A NEW MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 15, 2024 From the same creative team as JABARI DREAMS OF FREEDOM, HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, book by Nambi E. Kelley with lyrics, composition, and music direction by Joe Plummer, directed by Daniel Carlton, will tour. Learn how to purchase tickets....
Starz Launches POWER BOOK IV: FORCE Season Three Production in Chicago
by Michael Major - February 22, 2024 As the third spinoff in the “Power” franchise, “Power Book IV: Force” showcases “Tommy Egan,” led by Joseph Sikora, (“Power,” “Ozark”) who cuts ties in New York and heads to Chicago in search of family. One step leads to another and Tommy quickly finds himself in Chicago's ruthless drug game between...
Cast Announced for City Lit's THE HOUSE OF IDEAS, Beginning In August
by A.A. Cristi - July 01, 2024 City Lit has announced the cast for THE HOUSE OF IDEAS, running from August 23 to October 6. The play explores the rise of Marvel Comics and the challenges its creators faced in sharing credit....
Review Roundup: THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks & More; What Did the Critics Think?
by Michael Major - December 19, 2023 Read the reviews for The Color Puprle movie musical! It stars Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks reprising the roles that they previously played on Broadway, plus Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Find out what cri... |