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The two-night scripted miniseries HOUDINI follows the epic tales of Harry Houdini as he emerges as America

Review: SIDE SHOW at Ashland Productions Photo Review: SIDE SHOW at Ashland Productions
by Jared Fessler - October 10, 2023

What did our critic think of SIDE SHOW at Ashland Productions? 'Side Show,' based on the true story of conjoined twins Violet and Daisy Hilton, who rose to fame during the Depression, offers a poignant portrayal of two women bound at the hip. ...


Robert Cuccioli and Gordon Stanley to Lead HOUDINI AMONG THE SPIRITS Industry Reading Photo Robert Cuccioli and Gordon Stanley to Lead HOUDINI AMONG THE SPIRITS Industry Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 25, 2023

Tony Award-nominee Robert Cuccioli and Gordon Stanley will portray Harry Houdini and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle respectively in Houdini Among the Spirits, a new musical....


ArtsUP! LA Spotlights An All-Blind Cast In THE LAST ILLUSION Photo ArtsUP! LA Spotlights An All-Blind Cast In THE LAST ILLUSION
by A.A. Cristi - July 11, 2024

ArtsUP! LA will present THE LAST ILLUSION, a unique theatrical experience featuring an all-blind cast. This magical performance showcases the talents and creativity of visually impaired artists....


Servant Stage Opens RAGTIME Next Week Photo Servant Stage Opens RAGTIME Next Week
by Stephi Wild - September 09, 2022

Servant Stage has announced the cast and crew for the Broadway musical Ragtime, the biggest production in their 10th anniversary season. ...


Video: THE SIMPSONS Spoofs RAGTIME in 'Henry Ford' Parody Musical Number Photo Video: THE SIMPSONS Spoofs RAGTIME in 'Henry Ford' Parody Musical Number
by Stephi Wild - November 20, 2023

A recent episode of The Simpsons featured a spoof of a song that Broadway fans may recognize! In a scene featuring Mr. Burns at a nuclear power plant, the cartoon program included a parody of 'Henry Ford' from Ragtime....


Friday 5(+1): Getting To Know The New Faces of Nashville Rep's RAGTIME Photo Friday 5(+1): Getting To Know The New Faces of Nashville Rep's RAGTIME
by Jeffrey Ellis - November 12, 2021

Ragtime opened last night, featuring a cast of Nashville stage veterans and a sizable coterie of performers, heretofore unknown to local audiences, who are certain to become fast favorites. Taking a brief respite from their hectic schedules of rehearsals, fittings, photo calls, more rehearsals and g...


Houdini's Famous Trick Will Be Performed By Magician Ben Pratt at Park Theatre Photo Houdini's Famous Trick Will Be Performed By Magician Ben Pratt at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - August 13, 2024

The famed magician and illusionist Harry Houdini will be honored at Jaffrey’s Park Theatre this Friday, August 16. As part of his performance, magician Ben Pratt will feature the famous straightjacket trick Houdini first performed in 1908. ...


Fox Cities P.A.C. to Celebrate Make Music Day With Free Events Photo Fox Cities P.A.C. to Celebrate Make Music Day With Free Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 18, 2021

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center will take part in Make Music Day, a free, worldwide celebration that encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the joy of making music.  Make Music Day is inspired by France's Fête de la Musique, taking place in 1,000 cities across more than 12...


First Comedy Magic Tour In Philadelphia Launches Photo First Comedy Magic Tour In Philadelphia Launches
by Stephi Wild - August 31, 2023

Award-winning magician and native of Philadelphia, Robert Malissa, has launched Philadelphia's first Comedy Magic Tour. ...


Review: RAGTIME at JCC Centerstage Theatre Photo Review: RAGTIME at JCC Centerstage Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - May 08, 2023

JCC Centerstage Theatre's Ragtime is a powerful and moving production, featuring unforgettable performances and intricate choreography. Don't miss this epic tale of worlds colliding in early 20th century New York City, playing until May 21st....


Tours of the Historic New Victory Theater Will Be Offered By Broadway Up Close Photo Tours of the Historic New Victory Theater Will Be Offered By Broadway Up Close
by Stephi Wild - September 05, 2024

New walking tour experiences of the historic New Victory Theater will be offered through Broadway Up Close....


LJR Productions To Present ALL JAZZED UP! Cabaret, November 16 Photo LJR Productions To Present ALL JAZZED UP! Cabaret, November 16
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2023

Join us for an autumnal evening of jazz standards and musical theater songs in All Jazzed Up! Featuring 11 musical numbers, this show will take you on a journey through ballads and upbeat songs that will leave you wanting more. Don't miss this unforgettable performance....


Experience Theatre Project Presents THE RISE OF HOUDINI: RETURN OF THE MASTER Photo Experience Theatre Project Presents THE RISE OF HOUDINI: RETURN OF THE MASTER
by A.A. Cristi - September 29, 2021

Experience Theatre Project, Beaverton's resident immersive theatre company, presents a delectable 1920s-themed experience featuring an authentic 1927 speakeasy cocktail hour with craft cocktails, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages and gourmet hors d'oeuvres, with close-up magic performed by the ...


Broadway DNA Acquires D'ILLUSION: The Houdini Musical and HYPATIA AND THE HEATHENS Photo Broadway DNA Acquires D'ILLUSION: The Houdini Musical and HYPATIA AND THE HEATHENS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024

Broadway DNA acquired two new musicals, D'ILLUSION: The Houdini Musical and Hypatia and the Heathens. Learn more....


Review: HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE, King's Head Theatre Photo Review: HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE, King's Head Theatre
by Gary Naylor - June 05, 2024

New comedies are hard to get right and often land in a highly subjective space, but this one has to be called out as a bit of a dud...


Video: The Kid Critics Learn the Power of Friendship at THE VANISHING ELEPHANT Photo Video: The Kid Critics Learn the Power of Friendship at THE VANISHING ELEPHANT
by Nicole Rosky - October 26, 2023

In this video, watch as Evangeline (10), Lilah (8), and Tess (9) head to the New Victory Theatre to check out The Vanishing Elephant. Curious about what they thought of the show? Find out below!...


Eminem Teams Up With BabyTron and Big Sean for New Song 'Tobey' Photo Eminem Teams Up With BabyTron and Big Sean for New Song 'Tobey'
by Josh Sharpe - July 02, 2024

Only a month after setting the world on fire with “Houdini,” the first single off his new album “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce),” Eminem is back with the follow-up “Tobey.” Featuring fellow Michigan hip-hop stalwarts BabyTron and Big Sean, “Tobey” showcases a different, yet equally familiar...


Broadway Murder Mysteries Extends THE SPIRITS’ SPEAKEASY Photo Broadway Murder Mysteries Extends THE SPIRITS’ SPEAKEASY
by Stephi Wild - October 23, 2024

Broadway Murder Mysteries has announced a one-week extension of their hit immersive experience, The Spirits' Speakeasy, due to demand. ...


HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE Will Embark on UK Tour Photo HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - October 31, 2023

New for 2024 Award-winning theatre company New Old Friends in association with Yvonne Arnaud Theatre present HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE which will open at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford on 08 February and Tour the UK throughout Spring. ...


spit&vigor Theatre Company Postpones Performances Of ECTOPLASM At The Players Theatre Photo spit&vigor Theatre Company Postpones Performances Of ECTOPLASM At The Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 03, 2022

Due to a positive case of Covid-19 among the cast, spit&vigor theatre company has postponed performances for their World Premiere of Ectoplasm, written and directed by Sara Fellini. The play, which was originally scheduled to run January 5-February 6, 2022, will now open on Thursday, January 13 at T...


Tafelmusik to Launch 2021/22 Season with MUSIC & MAGIC Photo Tafelmusik to Launch 2021/22 Season with MUSIC & MAGIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 08, 2021

 Tafelmusik will launche its 2021/22 season with Music & Magic, a mesmerizing digital show that blends two captivating art forms to create a world of illusion and enchantment....


Houdini Musical THE IMPOSSIBLE MAN Will Premiere Next Year Photo Houdini Musical THE IMPOSSIBLE MAN Will Premiere Next Year
by Stephi Wild - November 01, 2024

Broadway star and multiple Drama Desk nominee Ryan Silverman will portray the most famous illusionist and showman of all time, Harry Houdini, in an original musical, The Impossible Man....


Dialogue With Three Chords Begins Residency In Industry City Photo Dialogue With Three Chords Begins Residency In Industry City
by Blair Ingenthron - August 19, 2023

Dialogue with Three Chords (D3C) will present 'A Brooklyn Arcanum 1,' the next installment in their serialized play series at Brooklyn's Industry City. Written by Stephen Gracia and directed by Michael LoPorto, the performance includes two original short plays about séances and apocalyptic magic. ...


MAKE MUSIC DAY Returns To Downtown Appleton With Interactive Music Events In June Photo MAKE MUSIC DAY Returns To Downtown Appleton With Interactive Music Events In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2024

Discover the lineup for the 2024 Make Music Day at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center....


COFFEE AND CEDAR: A PLAY to be Presented at The 30th Annual Orlando International Fri Photo COFFEE AND CEDAR: A PLAY to be Presented at The 30th Annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 30, 2021

 Coffee and Cedar:  A Play, written by D.H. Cermeño, based on his book of the same title will open on Wednesday, May 19th, at 10 pm EST, and run for seven performance during the Orlando Fringe Festival. ...






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