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A corrupt politician covers up his daughter Vicky's pregnancy by forcing her to give the baby up for adoption. The newborn is adopted by a loving couple unable to have children, but a year later Vicky, now in college, realizes she was forced into signing the papers and really wants her daughter back. After sneaking into the adoption agency to find out who the adoptive parents are, she takes them to court to fight for custody.

American Stage Presents STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR Photo American Stage Presents STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018

American Stage continues its 2017-18 Season 'WE THE PEOPLE' with STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR written by Andrea Lepcio and directed by Jim Sorensen (directorial debut in St. Petersburg). This Florida premiere is the first play discovered through American Stage's 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival. STRAIT...


New Southern-Style 'Biscuits & Gravy Fixins' Introduced by Kentucky Kernel Photo New Southern-Style 'Biscuits & Gravy Fixins' Introduced by Kentucky Kernel
by Marina Kennedy - June 27, 2018

Featuring Kentucky Kernel's beloved "secret recipe" spices & herbs blend, consumers can now enjoy this southern breakfast classic together in one convenient package Kentucky Kernel (KentuckyKernel.com) has announced the launch of new Southern-Style Biscuits & Gravy Fixins, a conven...


Photo Flash: First Look at HOOKED at Toronto Fringe Photo Photo Flash: First Look at HOOKED at Toronto Fringe
by Stephi Wild - July 09, 2018

Through contemporary and jazz movement, Hooked looks at seven characters and how they function with their own increasingly addictive dependencies. It explores the possibility of a dependency-free world and the ensuing chaos when the characters are left with their own insecurities. What happens when ...


BWW Review: Seattle Children's Theatre's Gala Sparkles with Kelli O'Hara
by Jay Irwin - May 06, 2017

Last night musical theatre nerds around the Seattle area may have felt a disturbance in the force as if there was a diva among us. Well, if you did you can take solace in that you were right however unless you were there you certainly missed out as Broadway's Kelli O'Hara killed it during her perfo...


BWW Blog: The Expression of the Arts Photo BWW Blog: The Expression of the Arts
by Student Blogger: Griffin DeVries - March 02, 2018

According to the Oxford Dictionary, the definition of art is to "The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power." This definition is a tru...


Must-See Musical CHILDREN OF GOD Opens at the Citadel Photo Must-See Musical CHILDREN OF GOD Opens at the Citadel
by Julie Musbach - February 15, 2018

A work of immense beauty in music and story, Children of God is a powerful musical that has drawn national attention for its message of resilience and redemption. Children of God has its share of heartache as it tells the story of an Oji-Cree family torn apart when the children are taken away to a r...


Guest Blog: Eryc Taylor Dance in Mexico - Day Two in the Yucatán Photo Guest Blog: Eryc Taylor Dance in Mexico - Day Two in the Yucatán
by Eryc Taylor - November 17, 2017

Yesterday, we started our day with a visit to the US Consulate in Merida, which has given huge support to our program, as well as to the Merida English Library, which is also helping spread the word about our visit to Mexico. In addition, we visited the beautiful Teatro Jose Peon Contreras, which wi...


VIDEO: Alec Baldwin's Trump Talks Gun Control in SNL's Cold Open Photo VIDEO: Alec Baldwin's Trump Talks Gun Control in SNL's Cold Open
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2018

On last night's Saturday Night Live cold open, President Donald Trump (Alec Baldwin) convenes a bipartisan symposium featuring Vice President Mike Pence (Beck Bennett) and Senator Dianne Feinstein (Cecily Strong) to address gun control....


BWW Blog: Kellie Williams - My Top Five Favorite Things About JULIE'S GREENROOM
by Guest Blogger: Kellie Williams - March 24, 2017

Julie Andrews' new Netflix series, Julie's Greenroom, premiered last Friday. I didn't expect to like it since it is geared toward younger audiences, but I ended up loving it! It features really catchy songs and many important lessons about all the different parts of the arts: from singing as a group...


Book Now For Andrew Scott In SEA WALL At The Old Vic Photo Book Now For Andrew Scott In SEA WALL At The Old Vic
by Marianka Swain - May 25, 2018

Andrew Scott will reprise his role in a special production of Simon Stephens' play Sea Wall as part of the bicentenary celebrations at the Old Vic on 18-30 June. Book tickets now!...


Hugo Weaving Stars in Sydney Theatre Company's THE RESISTIBLE RISE OF ARTURO UI Photo Hugo Weaving Stars in Sydney Theatre Company's THE RESISTIBLE RISE OF ARTURO UI
by Stephi Wild - March 06, 2018

Hugo Weaving will make his much-anticipated return to the Sydney Theatre Company's stage this March in Bertolt Brecht's 1941 classic The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui. STC Artistic Director Kip Williams directs a cast which also includes Mitchell Butel, Peter Carroll, Anita Hegh, and Ursula Yovich....


BWW Review: THE COLOR PURPLE IN CONCERT, Cadogan Hall
by Andrew Tomlins - May 22, 2017

Having premiered on Broadway in 2005, The Color Purple was first seen on the London stage back in 2013 at the Menier Chocolate Factory. The production, directed by John Doyle, subsequently transferred to Broadway, launching British actress Cynthia Erivo to international stardom....


BWW Blog: Kellie Williams - My Top Five Favorite Things About JULIE'S GREENROOM
by Guest Blogger: Kellie Williams - March 24, 2017

Julie Andrews' new Netflix series, Julie's Greenroom, premiered last Friday. I didn't expect to like it since it is geared toward younger audiences, but I ended up loving it! It features really catchy songs and many important lessons about all the different parts of the arts: from singing as a group...


The Players at The Barker Playhouse to Open 109th Season with ECLIPSED Photo The Players at The Barker Playhouse to Open 109th Season with ECLIPSED
by Julie Musbach - October 08, 2017

America's Oldest Little Theatre, The Players at The Barker Playhouse, will open their 109th season with ECLIPSED, Patricia Burke Brogan's fact-based drama about penitents confined to one of Ireland's Magdalene Laundries....


Bravo Bares It All When New Series STRIPPED Premieres Today Photo Bravo Bares It All When New Series STRIPPED Premieres Today
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017

Bravo Media exposes the naked truth behind modern-day America's obsession with material belongings from technology to other creature comforts when STRIPPED premieres Today, December 5 at 10pm ET/PT....


Children's Auditions for Lefra Productions's FIELA SE KIND
by David Fick - November 28, 2016

Lefra Productions is gearing up to stage a theatrical adaptation of Dalene Matthee's beloved novel, FIELA SE KIND, in 2017. This will be the company's third production of FIELA SE KIND, which proved to be widely popular with audiences in its first two stagings....


'Anti-Human Rights & Anti-Environmental Practices of the UN' is Released
by Christina Mancuso - October 31, 2016

SYDNEY, Oct. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ 'Anti-Human Rights & Anti-Environmental Practices of the UN: Misused American Taxes' written by Pallavi Kakoti-McHugh has launched at World Trigger Point....


Dance Magic Dance! Musical Adaptation of Jim Henson's LABYRINTH in Development Photo Dance Magic Dance! Musical Adaptation of Jim Henson's LABYRINTH in Development
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2018

Theatre fans, prepare to head back into Jim Henson's Labyrinth. In a recent interview with Forbes, Brian Henson, CEO of the Henson Company, revealed that a stage adaptation of the classic 80's fairy tale is currently in development....


Important Short Film THE YELLOW WALLPAPER Launches Kickstarter Campaign Photo Important Short Film THE YELLOW WALLPAPER Launches Kickstarter Campaign
by Caryn Robbins - December 16, 2017

THE YELLOW WALLPAPER is a short film adaptation of the 1892 short story written by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. The film is being created by Film and Television students at the Savannah College of Art and Design...


VIDEO: Late Night Hosts Weigh In On OSCAR Nominations & Snubs Photo VIDEO: Late Night Hosts Weigh In On OSCAR Nominations & Snubs
by Caryn Robbins - January 24, 2018

Nominations for the 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS were announced yesterday, including a 21st nod for actress Meryl Streep. Late night hosts were eager to share their thoughts on this year's nominees and more importantly, this year's snubs....


Nick Jonas Drops New Track 'Home' Photo Nick Jonas Drops New Track 'Home'
by Danielle Kfare - October 20, 2017

Nick Jonas is lending his musical talent to the upcoming animated film Ferdinand. He released a new track titled 'Home' on October 20 which was previously previewed in a commercial for the movie....


Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston to Stage THE GONDOLIERS Photo Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston to Stage THE GONDOLIERS
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2017

The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston will be hosting a production of the famous work, The Gondoliers, at the Wortham Theater from July 21st-July 23rd....


Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston to Stage THE GONDOLIERS
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017

The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston will be hosting a production of the famous work, The Gondoliers, at the Wortham Theater from July 21st-July 23rd....


Melville Theatre Presents STOP KISS Photo Melville Theatre Presents STOP KISS
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2017

One moment can change everything - an idea explored in the latest offering from Melville Theatre....


BWW Review: ArtsWest's HIR Takes Gender/Family Issues to an Absurd Level, and That's Photo BWW Review: ArtsWest's HIR Takes Gender/Family Issues to an Absurd Level, and That's Funny?
by Jay Irwin - March 05, 2018

There seems to be a spate of plays getting a lot of critical acclaim these days that take on societal changes and amp them up to an extreme and absurd level. For example, the recent "Straight White Men" that looked at white male privilege. And now we have the gender conformity examining "Hir" by T...






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