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BWW Review: BEEHIVE turns back the clock at Mill Town Players Photo BWW Review: BEEHIVE turns back the clock at Mill Town Players
by Neil Shurley - July 22, 2018

Beehive is a feel-good journey that will get your head bobbing and your toes tapping....


BWW Review: FLORIDA at Urban Arias Photo BWW Review: FLORIDA at Urban Arias
by Molly Korroch - April 11, 2018

The new opera Florida with music by Randall Eng and libretto by Donna Di Novelli, premiered last week at Atlas Performing Arts Center on H Street. With its heavy handed melodrama and awkwardly balanced narrative, Sunday's matinee plodded along (well over Urban Arias' usual 90-minute-or-less promise)...


Robert Cuccioli, Adrienne Eller, and More Join CHARLOTTE SWEET Concert at Feinstein's Photo Robert Cuccioli, Adrienne Eller, and More Join CHARLOTTE SWEET Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below will welcome The Second Act Series back to their stage with a one-night-only concert of the much-loved musical Charlotte Sweet....


BWW Review: CARDBOARD PIANO at The Diversionary Theatre Photo BWW Review: CARDBOARD PIANO at The Diversionary Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - February 15, 2018

THE CARDBOARD PIANO by Hansol Jung, now playing at The Diversionary Theatre through February 25th is a moving play that focuses on a fragile balance between faith and forgiveness....


BWW Review: DUMPSTER FLOWER entertains at Broom Street Theatre
by Scott Rawson - April 09, 2017

Madisons's Broom Street Theatre boasts being one of, if not THE eldest experimental theater in the country. At nearly 50 years old, it is a Madison Staple. Their latest show, Dumpster Flower exemplifies their long-term success....


Periapsis Announces OPEN SERIES 2017
by A.A. Cristi - March 29, 2017

Alison Cook Beatty Dance, joined by guest artists of the New York City dance community, musical ensemble group Tenth Intervention, and composer Dorian Wallace, will perform a 20-minute excerpt of the Second Act of MAHAWAY: Spring Eternal within the Periapsis Open Series. Other collaborative artists ...


Kristen Bell to Star in Musical Comedy FANTASY CAMP for STX Photo Kristen Bell to Star in Musical Comedy FANTASY CAMP for STX
by Macon Prickett - April 12, 2018

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Kristen Bell is attached to star in STXfilm's musical comedy Fantasy Camp, where she will play a flailing junior high school teacher that faces her fears and pursues her dreams while attending a Broadway performing arts camp for adults....


Tally Sessions, Stearns Matthews Round Out Cast of A POUND IN YOUR POCKET at Feinstei Photo Tally Sessions, Stearns Matthews Round Out Cast of A POUND IN YOUR POCKET at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below will present the rarely heard musical A Pound in Your Pocket as part of its popular Second Act Series on Wednesday, January 24th at 7:00pm....


Palace Theater Seeks Submisison Second Act Presenters Photo Palace Theater Seeks Submisison Second Act Presenters
by Julie Musbach - May 14, 2018

Second Act, the new monthly series set to debut in September at Waterbury's Palace Theater, is looking for people who have an inspiring story to share about their own over fifty "Second Act". "We are particularly looking for people who are engaging and charismatic with a story that will inspire othe...


Review Roundup: THE WIZ at See 'Em On Stage Productions Photo Review Roundup: THE WIZ at See 'Em On Stage Productions
by Leah Windahl - March 19, 2018

The reviews are in for See 'Em On Stage Productions' THE WIZ! THE WIZ first opened on Broadway in 1975, winning seven Tony Awards, and was later adapted into a popular film starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson. THE WIZ opened on March 9th and will run through March 25th....


Review: L'IMITATION OF LIFE Doesn't Hold Back Photo Review: L'IMITATION OF LIFE Doesn't Hold Back
by Misha Davenport - April 12, 2018

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Composer Jimmy Horan Presents I CAN SING! To Benefit the NYC Gay Men's Chorus
by Julie Musbach - April 23, 2017

'I Can Sing!' is an evening of original music by Jimmy Horan with special guests Corinna Sowers Adler and Stearns Matthews as well as members of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus.  All proceeds from this performance will go directly to the New York City Gay Men's Chorus.  The evening is produced in...


Collaborative Artists Ensemble to Stage L.A. Premiere of Steve Yockey's AFTERLIFE: A Photo Collaborative Artists Ensemble to Stage L.A. Premiere of Steve Yockey's AFTERLIFE: A GHOST STORY
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2017

Ask Managing Director Steve Jarrard what types of shows his L.A.-based theatre company Collaborative Artists Ensemble has built its well-respected reputation on, he'll say shows that most haven't seen...but should....


Palace Theater Launches 'Second Act' Series with Tom 'The Suit' Forst Photo Palace Theater Launches 'Second Act' Series with Tom 'The Suit' Forst
by Julie Musbach - August 27, 2018

Blues Hall of Fame member, Tom "the Suit" Forst will share his story "From the Boardroom to the Bandstand" in words and music accompanied by his band, when the Palace Theater's new 2ND ACT series debuts Monday September 17 at 6:00pm Tickets for 2ND ACT, the new monthly speaker's series featuring sto...


Palace Theater New Series Second ACT On Sale July 10th Photo Palace Theater New Series Second ACT On Sale July 10th
by Julie Musbach - July 05, 2018

Tickets for Second Act, the new monthly series featuring stories presented by ordinary people doing extraordinary things after mid-life, debuting in September at Waterbury's Palace Theater, go on sale Monday July 10....


Ed Dixon and Sally Ann Triplett to Lead A POUND IN YOUR POCKET at Feinstein's/54 Belo Photo Ed Dixon and Sally Ann Triplett to Lead A POUND IN YOUR POCKET at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017

As previously announced, Feinstein's/54 Below will present the rarely heard musical A Pound in Your Pocket as part of its popular Second Act Series....


Bethe Austin Completes Starry CHARLOTTE SWEET Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below Photo Bethe Austin Completes Starry CHARLOTTE SWEET Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Julie Musbach - December 22, 2017

As previously announced, Feinstein's/54 Below will welcome The Second Act Series back to their stage with a one-night-only concert of the much-loved musical Charlotte Sweet. Complete casting has been announced for the much-anticipated concert. Bethe Austin (Onward Victoria, Whoopee!, Noises Off, Rag...


BWW Review: A Cerebral Tribute to Freaky, Fringe Theatre with Copious Love's THE FOG MACHINE PLAY
by Amelia Reynolds - April 04, 2017

What an inside joke this one was! 'The Fog Machine Play' is a very smart toast to Seattle fringe theatre written and produced by a Seattle fringe theatre company, Copious Love Productions....


BRING BACK BIRDIE Concert Features Two Cut Songs Tonight at Feinstein's/54 Below Photo BRING BACK BIRDIE Concert Features Two Cut Songs Tonight at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series presents the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performance only, tonight, November 1st, starring Broadway's Lenora Nemetz (Gypsy, The Rink, Chicago) as Rose Peterson and Arbender Robinson (Shuffle Along, Les Miser...


BWW Review: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Makes a Splash
by Dylan Shaffer - June 16, 2017

Hold your breath, because the Pittsburgh CLO is about to dive right into the water and take you under the sea! Disney's The Little Mermaid, based closely off the 1989 animated film, returned to the Benedum Center on Tuesday evening and continues with performances running through next week....


BWW Review: THE EFFECT is an Intense, Riveting Experiment at Studio Theatre Photo BWW Review: THE EFFECT is an Intense, Riveting Experiment at Studio Theatre
by Hannah Wing - October 10, 2017

Studio Theatre's production of The Effect explores love and mental health with heart-racing, gut-wrenching gusto....


Patricia Heaton to Star in CBS Comedy Photo Patricia Heaton to Star in CBS Comedy
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 09, 2018

Patricia Heaton is set to star in and executive produce a multi-camera comedy at CBS, according to Variety....


BWW Review: THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Sparkle at Servant Stage Photo BWW Review: THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Sparkle at Servant Stage
by Marakay Rogers - March 29, 2018

The Sixties are back in Lancaster, leading up to a youth production of JUKEBOX SATURDAY NIGHT in May....


VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Upcoming Romantic Comedy SECOND ACT Starring Jennifer Lo Photo VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Upcoming Romantic Comedy SECOND ACT Starring Jennifer Lopez
by Macon Prickett - July 19, 2018

The trailer for upcoming comedy Second Act, starring Jennifer Lopez, has been released. Check it out below and see the film in theaters November 21, 2018. ...


Complete Cast Announced for NUNSENSE: IN CONCERT at 54 Below Photo Complete Cast Announced for NUNSENSE: IN CONCERT at 54 Below
by Julie Musbach - March 01, 2018

The acclaimed Second Act Series, which has presented an array of lesser-heardmusicals in concert, will present the beloved musical comedy Nunsense on Monday, March 19th. The one-night-only concert reading will star an array of former Nunsense cast members, including Helen Hayes Award-winner Patti Ma...






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