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for KING & COUNTRY Announces Summer Tour Photo for KING & COUNTRY Announces Summer Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 25, 2020

Four time GRAMMY® Award winning duo and Curb | Word Entertainment recording artist for KING & COUNTRY is taking its unparalleled live show on the road this summer, and will take some friends along for the ride. The first ever for KING & COUNTRY with Company | Summer Nights Tour will see the groundbr...


Review: MEAN GIRLS at Rochester Broadway Theatre League Photo Review: MEAN GIRLS at Rochester Broadway Theatre League
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - July 06, 2022

What did our critic think of MEAN GIRLS at Rochester Broadway Theatre League? If you're looking for an excuse to don your pink and revisit the jungle of high school cliques, politics, and popularity contests, the Rochester Broadway Theatre League has just the show for you. Playing now until July 10t...


THE BAND'S VISIT, JITNEY, And More Nominated for 2020 Helen Hayes Awards Photo THE BAND'S VISIT, JITNEY, And More Nominated for 2020 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - February 03, 2020

Tonight, at a celebration honoring theatre excellence on stages across the Washington area, theatre artists, administrators, patrons, and special guests gathered in the National Theatre's Helen Hayes Gallery for theatreWashington's announcement of nominees for the 36th Annual Helen Hayes Awards, whi...


Student Blog: A Chat With My Pals Photo Student Blog: A Chat With My Pals
by Student Blogger: Natalie Liew - January 02, 2024

I’m already halfway into my degree. I’m not quite ready for it all to pass me by so fast....


The Bessies Announce Recipients of the 2021 NY Dance and Performance Awards Photo The Bessies Announce Recipients of the 2021 NY Dance and Performance Awards
by Stephi Wild - October 12, 2021

 The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, announced the 2021 Bessie Award recipients tonight at the 37th annual Bessie Awards ceremony, held again this year on the virtual stage....


Burn Bright Launches New Initiative, CONNECT Photo Burn Bright Launches New Initiative, CONNECT
by Stephi Wild - July 07, 2020

Following the success of Burn Bright's digitally commissioned pilot, Better In Person, the empowering not-for-profit led by Tori Allen-Martin and Sarah Henley, is continuing the series with the next instalment which will amplify Black women's voices and stories, alongside launching a new initiative,...


BWW Review: DIANA & ZONEN at DeLaMar Theater | An intimate and gorgeous portrayal of Photo BWW Review: DIANA & ZONEN at DeLaMar Theater | An intimate and gorgeous portrayal of the people behind the Royal titles⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
by Chantal Kunst - September 12, 2021

Diana & Zonen. A royal Black Tie premiere on a sunny Sunday afternoon, DeLaMar Theater Amsterdam....


Review Roundup: MEAN GIRLS Brings its 'Fetch' Tour Back to the Stage; What Are the Cr Photo Review Roundup: MEAN GIRLS Brings its 'Fetch' Tour Back to the Stage; What Are the Critics Saying?
by Stephi Wild - November 09, 2021

Reprising their roles from the 2019-2020 season are Danielle Wade as Cady Heron, Megan Masako Haley as Gretchen Wieners, Jonalyn Saxer as Karen Smith, Mary Kate Morrissey as Janis Sarkisian, Eric Huffman as Damian Hubbard, Adante Carter as Aaron Samuels, Kabir Bery as Kevin G. and Lawrence E. Street...


BWW Interview: Danielle Wade Spills That MEAN GIRLS at Wharton Center is Pink and Fan Photo BWW Interview: Danielle Wade Spills That MEAN GIRLS at Wharton Center is Pink and Fantastical, Yet Universal
by Stefani Chudnow - February 25, 2022

Mean Girls is making its way to East Lansing in 2022 for the first time ever. From March 1st to the 6th, you can catch this Tina Fey-penned musical at Wharton Center....


THE BAND'S VISIT, JITNEY, And More Nominated for 2020 Helen Hayes Awards Photo THE BAND'S VISIT, JITNEY, And More Nominated for 2020 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - February 03, 2020

Tonight, at a celebration honoring theatre excellence on stages across the Washington area, theatre artists, administrators, patrons, and special guests gathered in the National Theatre's Helen Hayes Gallery for theatreWashington's announcement of nominees for the 36th Annual Helen Hayes Awards, whi...


Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Presents World Premiere of THE TASTERS Photo Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Presents World Premiere of THE TASTERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 17, 2019

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago's only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, presents the world premiere of The Tasters by Meghan Brown, directed by RTE member Devon de Mayo. The Tasters runs January 10 a?" February 16, 2020 at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5...


GEORGIANA & KITTY: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY to Open at Northlight Theatre in November Photo GEORGIANA & KITTY: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY to Open at Northlight Theatre in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 02, 2022

Northlight Theatre will continue its 2022–2023 season with Georgiana & Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, directed by Marti Lyons. The production runs November 25 – December 24, 2022....


Burn Bright Launch Fundraising Appeal To Continue Supporting Women Writers Photo Burn Bright Launch Fundraising Appeal To Continue Supporting Women Writers
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2021

One year ago, in the midst of a pandemic, Tori Allen-Martin, Sarah Henley and Tara Finney launched Burn Bright. Seeking to level the playing field, they have supported hundreds of women writers across the UK and Ireland, creating a network of support and offering new opportunities. Burn Bright champ...


Check Out Artwork From the BroadwayWorld Remix Mean Girls Challenge! Photo Check Out Artwork From the BroadwayWorld Remix Mean Girls Challenge!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - August 04, 2020

In BroadwayWorld Remix, we want our readers to make their own art for a particular show. This week's show is Heathers!...


Jesse Tyler Ferguson Attends MODERN FAMILY Daughter Aubrey Anderson-Emmons's School P Photo Jesse Tyler Ferguson Attends MODERN FAMILY Daughter Aubrey Anderson-Emmons's School Play
by Blair Ingenthron - November 06, 2023

We've got pictures as Jesse Tyler Ferguson reunited with his Modern Family TV daughter Aubrey Anderson-Emmon when he attended her high school production of The Burn last week....


The Gift Theatre Announces 2023 Season Featuring the Chicago Premiere of MOTHERS & Mo Photo The Gift Theatre Announces 2023 Season Featuring the Chicago Premiere of MOTHERS & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 22, 2022

 The Gift Theatre has announced its 2023 season, featuring the Chicago premiere of Anna Ouyang Moench’s dark comedy Mothers, directed by Lili-Anne Brown and a revival of Jim Cartwright’s powerful, award-winning drama The Rise and Fall of Little Voice, directed by Devo de Mayo....


Rivendell Welcomes New Ensemble Members Photo Rivendell Welcomes New Ensemble Members
by Stephi Wild - February 09, 2023

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, welcomes eight new ensemble members....


Student Blog: Academic 'Burn Out' is Real… Is the Pressure Cooker Cooking You? Photo Student Blog: Academic 'Burn Out' is Real… Is the Pressure Cooker Cooking You?
by Student Blogger: Mya Bodnick - January 28, 2024

Truthfully, the never-ending hustle of a theatre student is completely reflective of the industry itself. In contrast, at least athletes are provided an off-season where training alters in intensity and cadence as they partake in maintenance and recovery mode. However, a life without breaks is simpl...


BWW Review: MEAN GIRLS at The Fox Theatre St. Louis Photo BWW Review: MEAN GIRLS at The Fox Theatre St. Louis
by Rob Levy - February 25, 2022

Debuting in St. Louis, this touring version of Mean Girls is an exhilarating tale of adolescent angst that celebrates individuality and equality. An altogether enjoyable theatrical experience, Mean Girls sits at the head of the class, sending other film-to-stage musicals to detention....


BWW Review: 39 DEGREES, VAULT Festival Photo BWW Review: 39 DEGREES, VAULT Festival
by Cindy Marcolina - March 12, 2020

Two 39-degree days, opposite sides of the world, same heat, different situation. On the 25th July 2019, record-breaking weather is holding London in its grip; five months later, Australia is burning on New Year's Eve....


Audible Announces Third Emerging Playwrights Fund Class Photo Audible Announces Third Emerging Playwrights Fund Class
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 24, 2020

Audible has announced  its latest Emerging Playwrights Fund class....


for KING & COUNTRY To Reschedule Spring Tour Dates Photo for KING & COUNTRY To Reschedule Spring Tour Dates
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 23, 2020

 Four-time GRAMMY® Award winner and Curb | Word Entertainment recording artist for KING & COUNTRY announce that the duo's upcoming burn the ships | The 2020 Spring Encore tour has been rescheduled to begin in June 2020. for KING & COUNTRY will open the new set of tour dates on June 4th in Tyler, TX,...


International Musical Theatre Festival MTCA Offers Students A Weekend Of Education, P Photo International Musical Theatre Festival MTCA Offers Students A Weekend Of Education, Performance And Masterclass Opportunities
by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2021

In a weekend described by participants as anything but 'virtual', students from schools around the world joined together to celebrate the magic of live theatre in a digital theatrical venue. ...


Interview: English Bernhardt of MEAN GIRLS at National Arts Centre Photo Interview: English Bernhardt of MEAN GIRLS at National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - October 15, 2022

Broadway Across Canada is bringing Mean Girls to Ottawa’s National Arts Centre next week. I met up virtually with English Bernhardt during their current leg of the tour in Massachusetts to chat briefly about the show....


Zach Bryan Comes To The North Charleston Coliseum in May Photo Zach Bryan Comes To The North Charleston Coliseum in May
by Stephi Wild - February 06, 2023

GRAMMY Award-nominated rising country superstar Zach Bryan returns to the road in 2023 for the Burn Burn Burn North American Tour, his biggest tour yet. Throughout the summer, he will headline some of the nation's most popular arenas and amphitheaters coast-to-coast along with festival appearances....






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