Akiva Romer-Segal
Latest News on Akiva Romer-Segal:
LEGALLY BLONDE, LIFE OF PI, and More Set For Citadel Theatre's 2025-26 Season (Jan 28, 2025)
Review: Writers From The Great North Are Eh-Mazing In NORTHERN EXPOSURE at 54 Below (Feb 9, 2023)
See Jennifer Holliday, the Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN & More Next Month at 54 Below (Jan 30, 2023)
LEGALLY BLONDE, LIFE OF PI, and More Set For Citadel Theatre's 2025-26 Season (Jan 28, 2025)
Review: Writers From The Great North Are Eh-Mazing In NORTHERN EXPOSURE at 54 Below (Feb 9, 2023)
See Jennifer Holliday, the Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN & More Next Month at 54 Below (Jan 30, 2023)
BIO
Akiva Romer-Segal is a lyricist who has collaborated with composer Colleen Dauncey on the scores of Rumspringa Break!, Going Under, Bremen Rock City and more. Colleen & Akiva wrote the score to Prom Queen: The Musical, which was the recipient of the 2016 Stage West Pechet Family Musical Award, and was featured at the 2017 NAMT Festival of New Musicals in New York. Colleen & Akiva are alumni of Theatre 20’s Composium, Acting Up Stage’s Noteworthy program, the Johnny Mercer Songwriters Project at Northwestern University, and the Canadian Music Theatre Project at Sheridan College. Their standalone songs have been performed internationally in Cutting Edge Composers (NYC), Blame Canada (NYC, London, Canada), and more. For more info follow them on twitter at @colleenandakiva or visit www.colleenandakiva.com.
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VIDEO: Theatre Calgary Releases New Music Video For Lonny Price Directed THE LOUDER WE GET
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-28 15:13:30
TV Exclusive: CUTTING-EDGE COMPOSERS CORNER- Tamika Sonja Lawrence Sings Romer-Segal & Dauncey's 'Jukebox'
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2015-09-27 15:00:45
TV Exclusive: CUTTING EDGE COMPOSERS CORNER- Derek Klena and Emma Hunton Sing 'It's Been a While'
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-08-23 17:05:12
News
LEGALLY BLONDE, LIFE OF PI, and More Set For Citadel Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
The Citadel Theatre has announced a brand-new season of theatre. From familiar classics to new and groundbreaking scripts, learn more about the 2025/26 Season here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
The Citadel Theatre has announced a brand-new season of theatre. From familiar classics to new and groundbreaking scripts, learn more about the 2025/26 Season here!
Review: Writers From The Great North Are Eh-Mazing In NORTHERN EXPOSURE at 54 Below
by Belle Goodman - Feb 9, 2023
Northern Exposure at 54 Below was an effective example of the best new musical theatre that our northern neighbors have to offer.
by Belle Goodman - Feb 9, 2023
Northern Exposure at 54 Below was an effective example of the best new musical theatre that our northern neighbors have to offer.
See Jennifer Holliday, the Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN & More Next Month at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
John-Andrew Morrison, Matt Saldivar, And More To Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
Paul Alexander Nolan, Chilina Kennedy & More to Star in NORTHERN EXPOSURE at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2023
54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present “Northern Exposure” on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 7:00PM.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2023
54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present “Northern Exposure” on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 7:00PM.
Eclipse Theatre Co. Presents Original Canadian Song Cycle 'TIL THEN
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2022
Eclipse Theatre Company has announced the live presentation of 'TIL THEN, an original Canadian song cycle of 3 stories and 18 new songs by 24 writers including, Chantal Kreviazuk, Leslie Arden, Britta Johnson, Colleen & Akiva, Richard Ouzounian and many more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2022
Eclipse Theatre Company has announced the live presentation of 'TIL THEN, an original Canadian song cycle of 3 stories and 18 new songs by 24 writers including, Chantal Kreviazuk, Leslie Arden, Britta Johnson, Colleen & Akiva, Richard Ouzounian and many more.
The Grand Theatre to Present the World Premiere of GROW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2022
Is the grass always greener on the other side? From April 19 to 30, this age-old question will be theatrically explored as London’s Grand Theatre presents the World Premiere of the Canadian musical comedy GROW.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2022
Is the grass always greener on the other side? From April 19 to 30, this age-old question will be theatrically explored as London’s Grand Theatre presents the World Premiere of the Canadian musical comedy GROW.
Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp Announces Its 109th Summer Season!
by Team BWW - Apr 5, 2022
Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp is the longest running performing arts camp in the country! Founded in 1913, the list of past students and faculty is long, and includes everyone from Julie Harris to Jessica Biel, Stephen Schwartz to Corey Hawkins.
by Team BWW - Apr 5, 2022
Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp is the longest running performing arts camp in the country! Founded in 1913, the list of past students and faculty is long, and includes everyone from Julie Harris to Jessica Biel, Stephen Schwartz to Corey Hawkins.
Segal Centre Presents North American Premiere Of APRIL FOOLS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2022
The Segal Centre is reopening and putting theatre back in the spotlight with the upcoming English-language premiere of April Fools, a pop/rock cabaret musical from Israeli superstar and two-time “Israeli Singer of the Year” Keren Peles.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2022
The Segal Centre is reopening and putting theatre back in the spotlight with the upcoming English-language premiere of April Fools, a pop/rock cabaret musical from Israeli superstar and two-time “Israeli Singer of the Year” Keren Peles.
Musical Theatre Composer Colleen Dauncey Releases New Single 'gotaway'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2021
On August 20th, 2021, Canadian musical theatre composer Colleen Dauncey released her latest solo indie-pop single 'gotaway', co-written with longtime lyrical collaborator Akiva Romer-Segal.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2021
On August 20th, 2021, Canadian musical theatre composer Colleen Dauncey released her latest solo indie-pop single 'gotaway', co-written with longtime lyrical collaborator Akiva Romer-Segal.
Winners Announced For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards! Segal Center, Montreal Theatre Hub & More Take Home Wins!
by BWW Staff - Jan 12, 2021
Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
by BWW Staff - Jan 12, 2021
Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
New Canadian Musical GROW to Release Music Video for 'Grow'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2020
Musical theatre lovers worldwide are invited to tune in for the debut of a brand new music video for “Grow”, the title song from the highly-anticipated original Canadian musical, premiering as of 9 AM EST December 17, 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2020
Musical theatre lovers worldwide are invited to tune in for the debut of a brand new music video for “Grow”, the title song from the highly-anticipated original Canadian musical, premiering as of 9 AM EST December 17, 2020.
Grand Theatre to Present Free, Virtual Un-Opening Night Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2020
On the eve of what would have been the Opening of the Grand's 50th season as a professional theatre company, today the Grand announced some of the talented artists that will be featured as part of its virtual Un-Opening Night Celebration. This one-hour event will be streamed live from 7-8 PM on Thursday, October 22 and is offered at no cost.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2020
On the eve of what would have been the Opening of the Grand's 50th season as a professional theatre company, today the Grand announced some of the talented artists that will be featured as part of its virtual Un-Opening Night Celebration. This one-hour event will be streamed live from 7-8 PM on Thursday, October 22 and is offered at no cost.
VIDEO: THE LOUDER WE GET Releases New Music Video In Celebration of the Graduating Class Of 2020
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2020
On the heels of its sweeping success at Theatre Calgary, the producers and creative team behind the musical The Louder We Get have released a new music video of the exhilarating song 'This Dance Is For You.'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2020
On the heels of its sweeping success at Theatre Calgary, the producers and creative team behind the musical The Louder We Get have released a new music video of the exhilarating song 'This Dance Is For You.'
2020 Johnny Mercer Writers Colony At Goodspeed Participants Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2020
In what has become an annual ritual, a total of 40 established and emerging composers, lyricists, and librettists will converge on the Goodspeed campus from mid-January through mid-February 2020 to participate in the Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Colony at Goodspeed Musicals. The writing teams, representing 15 new musicals, will populate the campus, creating a truly exciting environment for discovery and inspiration.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2020
In what has become an annual ritual, a total of 40 established and emerging composers, lyricists, and librettists will converge on the Goodspeed campus from mid-January through mid-February 2020 to participate in the Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Colony at Goodspeed Musicals. The writing teams, representing 15 new musicals, will populate the campus, creating a truly exciting environment for discovery and inspiration.
GROW Will Be Featured At The Goodspeed Festival Of New Musicals
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2019
The Grand Theatre has announced that Grow, a musical in development through their COMPASS New Play Development program, has been chosen to participate in the esteemed Goodspeed Festival of New Musicals to be held January 17-19th, 2020 in East Haddam, Connecticut. With only three new musicals included in the program, this announcement marks an incredible opportunity for the Grand, and also for the future of new, Canadian theatre. The Festival, which will be celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2020, features students from the Hartt School and the Boston Conservatory performing staged readings of three brand new musicals, along with industry-related seminars, a symposium, and cabaret performances.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2019
The Grand Theatre has announced that Grow, a musical in development through their COMPASS New Play Development program, has been chosen to participate in the esteemed Goodspeed Festival of New Musicals to be held January 17-19th, 2020 in East Haddam, Connecticut. With only three new musicals included in the program, this announcement marks an incredible opportunity for the Grand, and also for the future of new, Canadian theatre. The Festival, which will be celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2020, features students from the Hartt School and the Boston Conservatory performing staged readings of three brand new musicals, along with industry-related seminars, a symposium, and cabaret performances.
Goodspeed Announces FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS 2020 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2019
The lineup has been announced for the 15th Annual Goodspeed Festival of New Musicals.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2019
The lineup has been announced for the 15th Annual Goodspeed Festival of New Musicals.
Casting Announced for Lonny Price-Helmed THE LOUDER WE GET at Theatre Calgary
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2019
Theatre Calgary's Artistic Director Stafford Arima (Allegiance, Broadway; Carrie, Off-Broadway revival; Altar Boyz, Off-Broadway), along with Solo Productions' Mary Young Leckie (Maudie, Mary's Wedding), have just announced the creative team and casting for The Louder We Get, based on the true story of Marc Hall, with book by Kent Staines, lyrics by Akiva Romer-Segal, and music by Colleen Dauncey.
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2019
Theatre Calgary's Artistic Director Stafford Arima (Allegiance, Broadway; Carrie, Off-Broadway revival; Altar Boyz, Off-Broadway), along with Solo Productions' Mary Young Leckie (Maudie, Mary's Wedding), have just announced the creative team and casting for The Louder We Get, based on the true story of Marc Hall, with book by Kent Staines, lyrics by Akiva Romer-Segal, and music by Colleen Dauncey.
Grand Theatre Announces Principal Casting for the Season
by Julie Musbach - Oct 4, 2019
Artistic Director Dennis Garnhum has announced principal casting for the 2019/20 season including Deborah Hay and Mark Uhre in Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS, Gavin Crawford, who takes on all 40 roles in the hilarious FULLY COMMITTED, Rebecca Northan in EVERY BRILLIANT THING and THIS LONDON LIFE, and Alexis Gordon starring as Ma in the North American premiere in ROOM, based on the award-winning novel by Emma Donoghue.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 4, 2019
Artistic Director Dennis Garnhum has announced principal casting for the 2019/20 season including Deborah Hay and Mark Uhre in Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS, Gavin Crawford, who takes on all 40 roles in the hilarious FULLY COMMITTED, Rebecca Northan in EVERY BRILLIANT THING and THIS LONDON LIFE, and Alexis Gordon starring as Ma in the North American premiere in ROOM, based on the award-winning novel by Emma Donoghue.
BWW Interview: Marc Hall And Stafford Arima Talk THE LOUDER WE GET at Theatre Calgary
by Vicki Trask - Aug 30, 2019
The Louder We Get (opening on January 28th 2020 at Theatre Calgary's Max Bell Theatre) tells the true story of Marc Hall and the court case that allowed him to take his boyfriend to prom. Premiering for the first time under its new title (previously Prom Queen), the show will be directed by Lonny Price, choreographed by Sean Cheesman, and feature a cast of 40% local artists.
by Vicki Trask - Aug 30, 2019
The Louder We Get (opening on January 28th 2020 at Theatre Calgary's Max Bell Theatre) tells the true story of Marc Hall and the court case that allowed him to take his boyfriend to prom. Premiering for the first time under its new title (previously Prom Queen), the show will be directed by Lonny Price, choreographed by Sean Cheesman, and feature a cast of 40% local artists.
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