Theatre Peckham Announces Second Peckham Fringe
by Stephi Wild - March 27, 2023 Theatre Peckham is bringing Peckham Fringe back for its second year in 2023, hosting 18 productions that will take over the main theatre and studio space for five weeks. Last year's Peckham Fringe was highly successful, with Tatenda Shamiso's No ID going on to run at VAULT Festival and the Royal Cou...
BWW Blog: Tony's Telepathy - Predicting the 2020 Award Winners
by Student Blogger: Maggie Cummins - October 30, 2020 That’s the question I’m asking Broadway two weeks after the announcement of the 2020 Tony nominees....
Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Alhambra Theatre And Dining
by Jordan Higginbotham - June 26, 2022 What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Alhambra Theatre And Dining?The cult classic “Wizard of Oz” opened at the Alhambra Theatre and Dining on Friday night, and if you are looking for a sweet and nostalgic performance to distract you from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this is t...
Signature Theatre Names Emily Shooltz as the Organization's New Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - September 18, 2024 Signature Theatre has announced Emily Shooltz as the organization’s new Artistic Director. Shooltz will step into the role November 1, following a nationwide search for a dynamic candidate with the experience and daring to carry Signature’s mission and unique producing model into the future....
Review: THE PRINCE, Southwark Playhouse
by Cindy Marcolina - September 20, 2022 The Prince is a weird concept. With a flurry of gender theory and top-notch queerness enveloped by sword fights and iambic pentameter, it’s a refreshingly sacrilegious approach to Shakespeare....
Theatre503 Announces 503Five Writers and Forthcoming 2019 Highlights
by Stephi Wild - June 25, 2019 Theatre503's Artistic Director Lisa Spirling announces the 503Five - recipients of the company's pioneering writers' residency, supported by the Carne Trust and Orseis Trust, alongside forthcoming highlights at the venue including:...
Edinburgh 2022: Review: BABY WANTS CANDY, Assembly George Square Studios
by Mark Carnochan - August 26, 2022 While their approach to doing an entirely new show every night means that attending any of their shows is a gamble, you can always expect a show of the highest quality whenever you see Baby Wants Candy....
BWW News: Folger Theatre Announces New Dates for The 2020/21 Season
by Elliot Lanes - April 30, 2020 In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Folger Theatre is altering the programming schedule for its 2020/21 'On the Road' season of plays. In working to ensure the well-being and safety of patrons, Folger Theatre, along with its project partners the National Building Museum and the University of So...
Horizon Showcase Announces England Based Artists Presenting Work As Part Of The Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2021
by Stephi Wild - July 20, 2021 Nine new, tour-ready, performance works are to be presented in a range of digital settings, alongside seven new projects, supported as part of a 'residency' programme, which enables artists to play with new performance ideas across a range of formats and genres....
Lou Gazzara and Joey Pero Release 'O Holy Night' to Help Friend With Brain Cancer
by Stephi Wild - December 18, 2020 American Idol season 2 finalists Lou Gazzara and Broadway actor/trumpet recording artist Joey Pero have released O Holy Night, dedicated to longtime friend and Erie, PA resident Troy Schmidt who is currently battling Glioblastoma or “GBL”, a progressive form of brain cancer....
Michaela Murphy Named Education Director at Bucks County Playhouse, Will Launch Storytelling Series
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017 Acclaimed professional storyteller, actress, teacher, coach, writer and entrepreneur, Michaela Murphy, was recently appointed Director of Education at Bucks County Playhouse....
Story Pirates Announce Biggest Show Of The Year At The Wiltern
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 01, 2022 Kids will direct the action at a full cast Story Pirates show at The Wiltern in Los Angeles on March 13. The highly engaging comedy-improv musical performance benefits the nonprofit Story Pirates Changemakers, which brings literacy programs to schools and under-served communities. ...
Malaika Kegode and Jakabol Begin Rehearsals for OUTLIER at Bristol Old Vic
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2021 Rehearsals begin today for OUTLIER, the first brand-new production of the year to develop from Bristol Old Vic’s Ferment programme. OUTLIER will take place in the Theatre at Bristol Old Vic (12-26 Jun) as the auditorium is transformed into a house party, bringing the audience into the heart of the a...
Review: The Funny Ladies Rule in Musical Theatre West's 9 TO 5 - THE MUSICAL
by Michael Quintos - February 15, 2023 Endearing and earnest, MTW’s new production of 9 TO 5 - THE MUSICAL---which continues performances at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach through February 26---is a pleasing musical comedy (adapted from the hit film) filled with hilarious dialogue, outrageous silliness, and, of course...
Drybar Celebrates FROZEN 2 In-Home Release with Elsa- and Anna-Inspired Hairstyles and Screenings
by Abigail Charpentier - February 11, 2020 In celebration of the in-home release of the No. 1 animated feature film of all time, Disney has partnered with Drybar for an unprecedented collaboration, offering an exciting lineup of nationwide fan festivities. Today through the end of February, fans can visit Drybar shops nationwide where they w...
Kaleidoscope Music And Arts Festival to Include The Flaming Lips, Ghostpoet, Dr. John Cooper Clarke, and More
by Stephi Wild - February 06, 2018 This July Alexandra Palace will welcome a kaleidoscope of music and arts, set high above London within the Park and Palace. Kaleidoscope will play host to huge live performances including appearances from The Flaming Lips, Ghostpoet, Mystery Jets, alongside mesmerising DJ sets from the likes of The ...
BWW Interview: Jake Nice of SLIDE BY at AT&T Performing Arts Center Elevator Project
by Victoria Lee - January 23, 2020 Two local DFW artists are coming together in AT&T Performing Arts Center's next show in the Elevator Project lineup. Slide By is a play written by our very own Thomas Ward and produced and directed by Elevator Project alum, Jake Nice....
Outburst Queer Art Festival Announces 2021 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - October 26, 2021 Over 30 events including immersive orchestral performance, new commissions, live podcasts, art, screenings, talks and poetry showcasing local, national and international queer work in Belfast....
SALT ACTUALLY: A Fundraiser For Salty Theatre Brings Together Artists To Support Independent Theatre
by Stephi Wild - February 03, 2023 Salty Theatre will present an absolutely spectacular lineup of musical theatre and cabaret veterans and stars in the making as they welcome you to Salt Actually: A Fundraiser Concert for Salty Theatre....
BWW Blog: Tony's Telepathy - Predicting the 2020 Award Winners
by Student Blogger: Maggie Cummins - October 30, 2020 That’s the question I’m asking Broadway two weeks after the announcement of the 2020 Tony nominees....
Roundabout Theatre Company Announces REFOCUS PROJECT, SEASON THREE
by Blair Ingenthron - April 27, 2023 Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the third season of The Refocus Project, its multi-year project to elevate and restore marginalized plays to the American canon. This year's series of readings will feature Asian American and Pacific Islander playwrights: Prince Gomolvilas, Velina Hasu Housto...
THE THREE LITTLE PIGGIES Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - October 03, 2023 A joyful, family-friendly retelling of The Three Little Pigs is set to tour the UK from Autumn. Check out the full list of tour dates here!...
BWW Review: Kids Cast Carries NEWSIES at Skylight
by Kelsey Lawler - November 18, 2019 Overall, this is a play about the young having their voices heard. Says Director of this Skylight production, Molly Rhode, a?oeThe Newsboys Strike of 1899 may have been at the turn of the century, but it doesn't feel far away. The way these young people stand up and say, 'Listen to me!' is happening...
National Youth Theatre and The University Of Hull Announce Environmental Project MELT
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2020 On Earth Day, the National Youth Theatre (NYT) in partnership with the University of Hull announces MELT, a major new three-year project exploring climate change and culminating in an outdoor processional piece with a cast of 1000 young people....
Review: The Funny Ladies Rule in Musical Theatre West's 9 TO 5 - THE MUSICAL
by Michael Quintos - February 15, 2023 Endearing and earnest, MTW’s new production of 9 TO 5 - THE MUSICAL---which continues performances at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach through February 26---is a pleasing musical comedy (adapted from the hit film) filled with hilarious dialogue, outrageous silliness, and, of course... |