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BWW Review: PLATONIC, White Bear Theatre Photo BWW Review: PLATONIC, White Bear Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - October 02, 2019

Emily (Julia-Maria Arnolds) is heading to a?oethe villagea?? to try to fix things with her boyfriend, who's actually decided not to go with her after all. Daniel (Duarte Bandeira) is a young man on his way back home from the city. Their loneliness and hunger for something more finds fertile ground w...


Other Lives Release New Single 'We Wait' Photo Other Lives Release New Single 'We Wait'
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 06, 2020

Today Other Lives release their new single “We Wait,” the latest preview of their forthcoming new album For Their Love, due out April 24 on ATO Records. It is also the most intimate song frontman Jesse Tabish has ever written. An homage to a tragically lost close friend, “We Wait” finds Tabish confr...


VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Discusses the Creation of SONG & DANCE Photo VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Discusses the Creation of SONG & DANCE
by Stephi Wild - September 20, 2020

Andrew Lloyd Webber took fans through the backstory of his musical Song & Dance in a new video posted to his Twitter. ...


BWW Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Photo BWW Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at North Texas Performing Arts Repertory
by Kathleen Anwar - September 13, 2019

Have you ever wondered where Peter Pan became a lost boy, how Captain Hook lost his hand, or what made the alligator a?oeticka??? Well, North Texas Performing Arts Repertory unraveled a creative tale that fleshes out the backstory of these characters, Neverland, and all the rest....


'TIL KINGDOM COME Filmmakers Talk Trump, Netanyahu & Religion On Tom Needham's SOUNDS Photo 'TIL KINGDOM COME Filmmakers Talk Trump, Netanyahu & Religion On Tom Needham's SOUNDS OF FILM
by A.A. Cristi - February 22, 2021

'TIL KINGDOM COME director Maya Zinshtein and producer Abraham 'Abie' Troen are Tom Needham's special guests on the next SOUNDS OF FILM. ...


BWW Review: ANNABELLE COMES HOME Doesn't Beat a Dead Horse Photo BWW Review: ANNABELLE COMES HOME Doesn't Beat a Dead Horse
by Abigail Charpentier - July 01, 2019

With the Conjuring cinematic universe rapidly expanding since its initial film in 2013, it has seen both commercial successes and mixed reviews. The highly anticipated “Annabelle Comes Home” proves to be a great addition to the franchise in terms of expansion and future possibilities, but is not the...


EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: JENNY BEDE: THE MUSICAL, Just the Tonic Photo EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: JENNY BEDE: THE MUSICAL, Just the Tonic
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 18, 2019

Classically trained in musical theatre, comedian, writer and actor Jenny Bede is tired of waiting around for her perfect role. However, much like nationalism and Greggs, musical theatre is having a bit of a moment. Naturally, Jenny wants in on the action....


Patrick Starrr Single Release 'GO OFF' & BTS Video Live Photo Patrick Starrr Single Release 'GO OFF' & BTS Video Live
by A.A. Cristi - July 23, 2020

Patrick Starrr, top Beauty Guru and YouTube Personality, has released his newest single titled “GO OFF,” a Vogue-esque, techno/club style song perfectly suited to align with the launch of his new beauty brand, ONE/SIZE. ...


Martha Graham Dance Company Will Present GRAHAMDECONSTRUCTED: NOGUCHI/GRAHAM AND CIRC Photo Martha Graham Dance Company Will Present GRAHAMDECONSTRUCTED: NOGUCHI/GRAHAM AND CIRCE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 28, 2020

The Martha Graham Dance Company's Studio Series continues with GrahamDeconstructed featuring Martha Graham's 1963 work Circe. GrahamDeconstructed will take place on Tuesday, February 25, and Wednesday, February 26, at 7pm, at the Martha Graham Studio Theater, 55 Bethune Street (11th floor), in Manha...


Miss Hope Springs Comes to Assembly Rooms Edinburgh Fringe Photo Miss Hope Springs Comes to Assembly Rooms Edinburgh Fringe
by Julie Musbach - July 17, 2019

Recovering showgirl Miss Hope Springs was once the toast of Las Vegas. Now she's down on her luck and highly medicated. Join her, live at the piano, as she dusts off an array of all-original toe-tapping show tunes, finger-snapping pop and heartrending ballads from her fabulous vintage repertoire and...


Pete McKee's EIGHT NEW PAINTINGS Available Until January 1 Photo Pete McKee's EIGHT NEW PAINTINGS Available Until January 1
by Stephi Wild - December 29, 2020

Over the course of 2020, amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, so much has changed for everyone. The characters in Pete McKee's artwork are no exception either. Black lines, which derive from his iconic graphic, pop-art style with roots in cartoon work and illustration, have been removed to allow for a more...


Broadway Rewind: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Takes Flight on Broadway in 2012 Photo Broadway Rewind: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Takes Flight on Broadway in 2012
by Nicole Rosky - July 12, 2020

Today we flashback to 2012, when Peter and the Starcatcher arrived on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, where it played for 319 performances. Based on the 2004 novel Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, the play was adapted for the stage by Rick Elice....


EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: CRYSTAL RASMUSSEN PRESENTS THE BIBLE 2, Underbelly Photo EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: CRYSTAL RASMUSSEN PRESENTS THE BIBLE 2, Underbelly
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 20, 2019

After a swift rise to fame with her Nobel-nominated book Diary of a Drag Queen, DENIM's Crystal is back. Bringing her pages to life through song, dance and writhing around in a children's swimming pool. A tour-de-force show of a lifetime, 108-year-old Crystal reveals how to escape shame, escape the ...


The Second City Will Present Holiday Movie Parody, Deck the Hallmark: A Greeting Card Photo The Second City Will Present Holiday Movie Parody, Deck the Hallmark: A Greeting Card Channel Original
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 30, 2019

Celebrate the holidays at The Second City with a festive, all-new holiday movie parody, Deck the Hallmark: A Greeting Card Channel Original. Under the direction of Annelise Toft, the ensemble members getting you into the spirit this season include Henrik Blix, Jess DeBacco, George Elrod, Bri Fitzpat...


BWW Review: THE KING IN YELLOW, The Lion And Unicorn Theatre Photo BWW Review: THE KING IN YELLOW, The Lion And Unicorn Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - August 23, 2019

The first lethal chamber has just been open in Washington Square. The novelty shakes the young bohemians who, as they address the corruption of art and soul, become entranced by a mysterious book....


Michael Riedel Joins THEATRE GEEKS ANONYMOUS Podcast to Discuss New Book Photo Michael Riedel Joins THEATRE GEEKS ANONYMOUS Podcast to Discuss New Book
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 14, 2020

Theatre Geeks Anonymous has announced that Michael Riedel has joined hosts Ebony Vines and Pamela Shandrow to talk about his new book, Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway which was released on November 10, 2020.  The podcast is available now....


BWW Previews: THE ZOMBIES OF PENZANCE Makes its Oklahoma Premiere at the Burg Theatre Photo BWW Previews: THE ZOMBIES OF PENZANCE Makes its Oklahoma Premiere at the Burg Theatre at Oklahoma City University
by Jessica Vanek - October 30, 2019

BWW Previews: THE ZOMBIES OF PENZANCE Makes its Oklahoma Premiere at the Wanda L Bass School of Music's Burg Theatre at Oklahoma City University...


Artist Pete McKee Unveils Brand New Style In 2020 Photo Artist Pete McKee Unveils Brand New Style In 2020
by Stephi Wild - November 03, 2020

Over the course of 2020, amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, so much has changed for everyone. The characters in Pete McKee's artwork are no exception either. Black lines, which derive from his iconic graphic, pop-art style with roots in cartoon work and illustration, have been removed to allow for a more...


Award-Winning Theatre Department Presents PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Photo Award-Winning Theatre Department Presents PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by A.A. Cristi - February 25, 2020

Santa Susana High School's award-winning theatre department presents its next show of the year. Peter and the Starcatcher will be playing in the highschool's Performing Arts Center (PAC) from March 5th - 7th at select times (See Below). The show is a prequel to the beloved children's story, 'Peter P...


Wake Up With BWW 9/21: Cherry Jones Accepts Her Third Emmy For SUCCESSION, and More! Photo Wake Up With BWW 9/21: Cherry Jones Accepts Her Third Emmy For SUCCESSION, and More!
by Stephi Wild - September 21, 2020

Today's top stories: Cherry Jones accepts her third Emmy Award, Andrew Lloyd Webber discusses the creation of Song & Dance, John Lloyd Young shares his top 10 Broadway performances, and more!...


VIDEO: Watch Jeannie Seely on CIRCLE ALL ACCESS MINUTE Photo VIDEO: Watch Jeannie Seely on CIRCLE ALL ACCESS MINUTE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 20, 2020

She's a 50 year Opry Member! Jeannie Seely talks with CIRCLE ALL ACCESS MINUTE about the excitement of releasing her new album on Curb Records and gives them the backstory of getting Willie Nelson to come on board and sing a duet with her for this new project....


#BWWPrompts: Which Broadway Show Has Your Favorite Ensemble? Photo #BWWPrompts: Which Broadway Show Has Your Favorite Ensemble?
by BWW Prompts - June 22, 2020

We want to hear from you! We're starting #BwayWorldPrompts, where each day we'll be asking our readers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram questions to spark some theater conversation....


Ebony Vines and Pamela Shandrow's THEATRE GEEKS ANONYMOUS Podcast Joins Broadway Podc Photo Ebony Vines and Pamela Shandrow's THEATRE GEEKS ANONYMOUS Podcast Joins Broadway Podcast Network
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 24, 2020

Ebony Vines and Pamela Shandrow of Theatre Geeks Anonymous, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, are pleased to announce they are joining the network with their podcast....


Miss Hope Springs' BIJOU Comes to Edinburgh Fringe Photo Miss Hope Springs' BIJOU Comes to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - July 06, 2019

Recovering showgirl Miss Hope Springs was once the toast of Las Vegas. Now she's down on her luck and highly medicated. Join her, live at the piano, as she dusts off an array of all-original toe-tapping show tunes, finger-snapping pop and heartrending ballads from her fabulous vintage repertoire and...


BWW Review: #MusikalDiRumahAja Finished Strong with LUTUNG KASARUNG's Radiant Energy Photo BWW Review: #MusikalDiRumahAja Finished Strong with LUTUNG KASARUNG's Radiant Energy
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 02, 2020

The sixth and final offering from #MusikalDiRumahAja closes the 6-episode web series on a high note. The Sundanese folktale of Lutung Kasarung was a joy to watch from start to finish, owing to the immaculate cinematography and fun theatricality....






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