John Craigie Announces Album OPENING FOR STEINBECK
by Macon Prickett - February 09, 2018 With the clarity of vision of a millenial, the old soul of a troubadour, and the timing of a stand-up comedian, John Craigie's live shows have his rapidly growing audiences hanging on every word. The humor that runs throughout his songs and the narratives that accompany them touch on embarrassing iP...
BWW Interview: Jay Paranada is Evil Sidekick Iago in Disney's ALADDIN
by Heidi Scheuermann - October 04, 2018 I remember the first time I saw Disney's Aladdin in the movie theatre as a kid. I was only 4 years old, and I was both mystified, entertained, in love with the music, and terrified. So much wrapped up into one movie! A street rat who at heart is a really good guy, but just a little lost and trying t...
DRY WHITE Comes to The Drama Factory
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2019 Having recovered from his early-onset midlife crisis just in time for Cape Town to almost run out of water, stand-up comic, Nik Rabinowitz decided to explore the recent water crisis for his new show "Dry White", mostly because everyone thought the drought would last forever, which ICYMI - it didn't ...
Industry Interview: Inside the World of Broadway PR with Matt Polk!
by Robert Diamond - January 08, 2018 Who does Broadway turn to to get noticed? Two words: Press agents....
Camp Death to Premiere SLEIGH HARD WITH A VENGEANCE This December
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2017 Camp Death Productions presents the World Premiere of SLEIGH HARD WITH A VENGEANCE by Kevin Michael Fuld, directed by Nathan D. Willard, running December 2-23, 2017 at the Margo Jones Theatre....
BWW Interview: Playwright/Actress Halley Feiffer on Her Long Titles, Collaborations, & Growing Up Funny
by Gil Kaan - September 08, 2017 Halley Feiffer's no stranger to the stage with her latest A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY UNIT AT SLOAN-KETTERING MEMORIAL CANCER CENTER OF NEW YORK CITY already in previews this first week of September at The Geffen Playhouse. A FUNNY THING..., however, will mark Halle...
Time Travel (Musically) with Chicago Kindie Band Future Hits At Symphony Space
by A.A. Cristi - October 27, 2017 In a time-tested manner tested approved by their many Windy City fans, Future Hits combines music and education seamlessly to create a one-of-a-kind kid friendly rock concert. Future Hits' bandleader and Chicago Public Schools teacher, Matt Baron, continues to help children cultivate their love of l...
Sketch Comedy, Indie Music and Dance Come to Symphony Space in October
by A.A. Cristi - September 07, 2017 The acclaimed Upper West Side institution provides a reliable boredom-busting venue for eclectic, all-ages live experiences; the 2017-18 season launches on October 7....
MY FAIR LADY Star Laura Benanti to Make London Concert Debut In 2019
by A.A. Cristi - December 06, 2018 Tony Award-winner Laura Benanti will make her London concert debut this summer! Tony Award-winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti, the highly celebrated stage and screen actress, makes her London debut performance in 2019 at Cadogan Hall, Sloane Square. The show which is produced by...
BWW Interview: The 'Naturally Endearing' Ashley Gardner Carlson to Perform in ANYTHING GOES at Hale Center Theater Orem
by Blair Howell - September 30, 2018 Ashley Gardner Carlson is about to play Reno Sweeney in ANYTHING GOES at Hale Center Theater in Orem, Utah. 'The things they do at Hale Orem are incredible in such an intimate space,' Carlson says. 'It's always impressive.'...
Lightwire Theater's DINO-LIGHT Comes to Symphony Space on March 17: Two Performances
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2018 Lightwire Theater, finalists on NBC TV's "America's Got Talent" and winners of TruTV's "Fake Off," returns to Symphony Space's 'Just Kidding' series with their nationally touring show. Unique and visually dazzling, DINO-LIGHT is praised for its cutting edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance, ...
Sweet Honey In The Rock, John Zorn, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and More Set for Symphony Space's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2017 Symphony Space, one of New York's best-loved cultural destinations, is pleased to announce a new season of lively and diverse programming, running from October 2017 through June 2018. Returning this season are Projects conceived by Artistic Director Andrew Byrne, each uniting Symphony Space's multid...
Symphony Space Announces 2018-19 Just Kidding Season Of Performances For Families
by A.A. Cristi - August 28, 2018 Families who share live performances together create a yearbook full of memories. The newly announced Just Kidding performing arts series at Symphony Space offers a 'Grade A' roster of diverse extracurricular activities designed for young people and their grownups....
2018 Tony Awards - Over 80 of The Nominees React!
by Nicole Rosky - May 01, 2018 We've caught Tony fever here at BroadwayWorld, and it's spreading! Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!...
THE JOSHUA SHOW Comes to Symphony Space
by Stephi Wild - February 13, 2018 A recognized 'Ambassador of Joy' and award-winning puppeteer who has performed with the Broadway national tour of "Avenue Q," Joshua Holden returns to the Just Kidding stage with his newest show (no need to have seen Episode 1!)....
Just Kidding Performance Season Announced at Symphony Space
by A.A. Cristi - August 17, 2017 Symphony Space announces the 2017-18 season launch of Just Kidding on Saturday, October 7 at 11 am and 2 pm with two sketch comedy performances by The Story Pirates, an uproarious experience for the whole family. The troupe features actors who take original stories submitted by children and create...
Camp Death to Premiere SLEIGH HARD WITH A VENGEANCE This December
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017 Camp Death Productions presents the World Premiere of SLEIGH HARD WITH A VENGEANCE by Kevin Michael Fuld, directed by Nathan D. Willard, running December 2-23, 2017 at the Margo Jones Theatre....
DIXIE DREGS Open Up In Q&A as They Prepare For Their National Tour Kicking Off 2/28
by Tori Hartshorn - February 22, 2018 Critically acclaimed six-time GRAMMY®-Award nominated musical virtuososTHE DIXIE DREGS (a.k.a The Dregs) have reunited for their national 'Dawn Of The Dregs' U.S. Tour, which begins February 28 in Clearwater, FL atThe Capitol Theatre. The performances will mark the first time in 40 yearsthe original...
Greenhouse Theater Center Announces BREAKING GROUND FEST Celebrating Chicago Theatre Week
by Julie Musbach - January 18, 2019 The Greenhouse Theater Center celebrates Chicago Theatre Week with its BREAKING GROUND FEST, an eclectic line-up of performances including live music, plays, staged readings, improv, comedy, burlesque and more, playing February 7 - 17, 2019 on multiple stages....
Time Travel (Musically) with Chicago Kindie Band Future Hits At Symphony Space
by A.A. Cristi - October 27, 2017 In a time-tested manner tested approved by their many Windy City fans, Future Hits combines music and education seamlessly to create a one-of-a-kind kid friendly rock concert. Future Hits' bandleader and Chicago Public Schools teacher, Matt Baron, continues to help children cultivate their love of l...
Simon Evans Brings 'Genius 2.0' to Swindon
by Stephi Wild - September 12, 2018 Stand-up veteran Simon Evans, known for his thought-provoking, riveting and ever-so-clever performances, is bringing his wit and wisdom to Swindon Arts Centre on Saturday, 3rd November, as part of his Genius 2.0 tour....
Nik Rabinowitz Hit DRY WHITE Returns To Baxter For Festive Season
by Julie Musbach - October 23, 2018 Following its sold-out run earlier this year, Nik Rabinowitz returns to the Baxter Concert Hall with his hilarious new show DRY WHITE. It will be performed from 18 December to 12 January at 20.30....
Industry Interview: Inside the World of Broadway PR with Matt Polk!
by Robert Diamond - January 08, 2018 Who does Broadway turn to to get noticed? Two words: Press agents....
National Marionette Theatre to Bring PINOCCHIO to Symphony Space
by BroadwayWorld JR - November 20, 2017 Create holiday season family memories with a 'Just Kidding' performance at Symphony Space! On Saturday, December 9 at 11 am and 2 pm, the National Marionette Theatre will present Pinocchio....
John Craigie Releases New Track TALKIN' LEVITICUS BLUES From Upcoming Album Out 3/16
by Macon Prickett - February 22, 2018 Documenting a pair of sold out performances at Mississippi Studios and The Doug Fir late last year, the Portland, OR-based John Craigie will take the unique step of issuing a second live album in his relatively young career with the release of LIVE - Opening For Steinbeck (out March 16). With wry ob... |