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WHAT THE DICKENS?, MEDICAL MAYHEM & More Set for B Street Theatre's 2013-14 School Tour
by Tyler Peterson - September 10, 2013

The B Street Theatre, Sacramento's Resident Professional, New Works Theatre, has announced its 2013-14 School Tour productions. The B Street Theatre School Tour has brought its funny, fast-paced touring productions to schools and organizations serving children and families throughout Northern Califo...


VIDEO: Devin Velez Performs DREAMGIRLS 'Listen' on American Idol
by Caryn Robbins - February 22, 2013

All eyes were on Devin Velez last night when he performed a stunning version of Beyonce's 'Listen' from the soundtrack album of 2006's musical film DREAMGIRLS. As an added surprise, the talented singer suddenly changed to Spanish lyrics midway through the song! Check out the performance below....


West End's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Announces 'Golden Ticket' Work Placement Recipients
by Tyler Peterson - March 17, 2014

Following a demanding assessment day at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Friday 7th March, Ruth Blakey, Kayleigh Chapman, Jenny Milner, Erin Rankin and Lois Taviner have been offered a week-long 'Golden Ticket' paid work placement, working backstage on Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, ...


I'M TAWKIN' HERE: STORYTELLING WITH A NEW YAWK ACCENT to Launch Five Boro Story Project, 4/10
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013

Marking the launch of the Five Boro Story Project, producer Bridget Bartolini, author/performer Michele Carlo, and filmmaker Heather Quinlan have come together to present 'I'm Tawkin' Here: Storytelling with a New Yawk Accent,' a citywide celebration of New York storytellers and musicians....


VIDEO: IDOL's Zoanette Earns Standing 'O' With Lion King's 'Circle of Life'
by Caryn Robbins - February 28, 2013

On last night's AMERICAN IDOL, 20-year-old Zonette Johnson from Tulsa, OK brought the judges to their feet and Nicki Minaj to tears with her stirring rendition of The Lion King's 'The Circle Of Life.' Check out the performance below!...


The Welders' Venturous Theater Fund Receives $10,000 Donation
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014

The Welders-Washington's only playwrights' collective devoted exclusively to developing and producing new plays-has been granted $10,000 in general support by Venturous Theater Fund. The grant, which is open to applicants by invitation only, is offered to artists and organizations who create ambitio...


2013 Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee Back to School Bash Set for 7/26
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2013

The summer is almost over and we are just mere weeks from the first day of school. As kids start preparing for their first day back, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee (BGMCT) has partnered with 3M, Thirty-One Gifts and 102.9 The Buzz to throw an Inaugural Back to School Bash saying goodbye...


Photo Coverage: Remembering Karen Black
by Walter McBride - August 09, 2013

Oscar nominee and Broadway actress Karen Black passed away yesterday, Thursday, August 8, at 74 after a two-year battle with cancer. Below, BroadwayWorld remembers the enigmatic stage and screen star....


VIDEO: Devin Velez Performs DREAMGIRLS 'Listen' on American Idol
by Caryn Robbins - February 22, 2013

All eyes were on Devin Velez last night when he performed a stunning version of Beyonce's 'Listen' from the soundtrack album of 2006's musical film DREAMGIRLS. As an added surprise, the talented singer suddenly changed to Spanish lyrics midway through the song! Check out the performance below....


Staten Island Edition of I'M TAWKIN' HERE Set for Full Cup in Stapleton, 4/17
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2013

Marking the launch of the Five Boro Story Project, producer Bridget Bartolini, author/performer Michele Carlo, and filmmaker Heather Quinlan have come together to present 'I'm Tawkin' Here: Storytelling with a New Yawk Accent,' a citywide celebration of New York storytellers and musicians....


VIDEO: Sterven Tyler Chats New Album on NBC's TODAY
by Caryn Robbins - November 02, 2012

Aerosmith's Steven Tyler and the band appeared on this morning's TODAY show on NBC to chat about their new album 'Music from Another Dimension.' The five-piece band have been together over 40 years. Noted band member Joey Kramer, 'When it comes to playing, we're on the same page.' The band returned ...


Bay Street Theatre Kids School Vacation Theater Camp Runs March 25-29
by Kelsey Denette - March 12, 2013

Bay Street Theatre has announced its upcoming Spring School Vacation Kids Camp, March 25-29. The camp is for ages 8 through 12, and runs from 9am - 3 pm each day at the Bay Street Theatre. Cost is $385 for the five-day camp per child....


IFAC Australian Singing Competition Announces Five Finalists from NSW
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013

On Wednesday 11 September at the Independent Theatre, North Sydney, ten outstanding young opera and classical singers all aged under 26 years sang their hearts out in front of National Adjudicator Emma Matthews to be chosen as one of five finalists who will compete in this year's IFAC Australian Sin...


Jeremy Woodard to Depart ROCK OF AGES; Joey Calveri Takes Over as 'Stacee Jaxx,' Andrew Call Joins Company
by Kelsey Denette - December 06, 2012

Producers of the five-time Tony Award nominated hit musical ROCK OF AGES have announced that Joey Calveri, who currently plays the ensemble role of Joey Primo, will step into the spotlight as wild rock idol Stacee Jaxx beginning Monday, December 17 at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theatre (240 W 44th Stree...


Five More Semifinalists Advance to Top 20 on AMERICAN IDOL
by Caryn Robbins - February 22, 2013

The five guy semifinalists are Charlie Askew, 18, from Little Rock, AR; Curtis Finch Jr., 24, from St. Louis, MO; Paul Jolley, 22, from Palmersville, TN; Elijah Liu, 18, from Rowland Heights, CA; and Devin Velez, 18, from Chicago, IL....


Punch Brothers Return to Columbus, 2/12
by Kelsey Denette - January 10, 2013

Punch Brothers are the New York City-based quintet of mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny and violinist Gabe Witcher. Their new album, Who's Feeling Young Now?, produced and engineered by Jacquire King, contains some of the most exhilaratingl...


Quantum Wellness Healing Center and Spa to Sponsor 37th Annual NYC Big Apple Grapple International Arm Wrestling Championships
by Tyler Peterson - April 22, 2014

The New York Arm Wrestling Association (NYAWA) announced today that Quantum Wellness Healing Center and Spa is sponsoring the 37th Annual NYC Big Apple Grapple International Arm Wrestling Championships and crowning of the 2014 King and Queen of Arms. The event will be hosted and held at Cheap Shots ...


NYC Parks & Battery Conservancy Announce Battery Chair Competition Finalists
by Tyler Peterson - November 18, 2013

NYC Parks and The Battery Conservancy today announced the five Battery Chair Finalists in the first-ever design competition to create a mobile, outdoor chair for New York City's parks. The winning chair design will be announced in June and be awarded a $10,000 prize and, with sponsorship from genero...


GREAT WORK by David Sturt and the O.C. Tanner Institute Out Today
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2013

The challenge of inspiring and accomplishing 'Great Work' just got easier. The O.C. Tanner Institute, a division of O.C. Tanner, the leading global provider of strategic employee recognition solutions, unveils the surprisingly achievable secrets to outstanding workplace success in a new book, Great ...


King Center for the Performing Arts Stages HAIRSPRAY, Now thru 7/21
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2013

King Center for the Performing Arts of Brevard Community College and The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse, through special arrangements with Music Theatre International (MTI) and under the direction of Anastacia Hawkins-Smith, present Broadway's musical comedy hit HAIRSPRAY, tonight, July 19-21, 201...


Five-Star Corinthia Hotel Lisbon Wins Western Europe Region Energy Project of the Year 2013 Award for Its Energy Efficient Hotel Project
by Robert Diamond - September 30, 2013

The five-star Corinthia Hotel Lisbon was named winner of the Western Europe Region Energy Project of the Year for 2013, for its outstanding energy efficient hotel project. Every year the prestigious Association of Energy Engineers Conference honors the important achievements being made in energy by ...


BWW Reviews: AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' Brings Down the House at the Segal Centre
by Meghan Pearson - October 17, 2013

For the first time in 20 years, Ain't Misbehavin': The Fats Waller Musical Show has swung into Montreal, and it does not fail to impress. This sassy and seductive jazz-age production opens the Segal Centre's 2013-2014 season with a bang, featuring a dynamic five-person cast that will get your toes t...


Director's Guild Announces Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Documentaries Nominations
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2014

Directors Guild of America President Paris Barclay today announced the five nominees for the DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Documentaries for 2013....


Black Ensemble Theater Announces 36th Season 'Treasures and Tributes'
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2012

Jackie Taylor, Founder and Executive Director of the Black Ensemble Theater, announces the Black Ensemble Theater's 36th Season of Excellence titled "Treasures and Tributes." The 36th season includes original musicals paying tribute to the Doo Wop era, Curtis Mayfield, Howlin Wolf, and Chicago's Gol...


'The Five-Fold Effect' is Released
by Christina Mancuso - May 14, 2013

Author and business professional Walt Pilcher reveals a revolutionary, faith-based concept to help businesses prosper in his practical new guidebook, "The Five-Fold Effect: Unlocking Power Leadership for Amazing Results in Your Organization" (published by WestBow Press)....






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