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Kelsey Theatre Kicks Off New Season With ALL TOGETHER NOW! Broadway Musical Revue This Month

Kelsey Theatre will kick off the 2021-2022 season with the Pennington Players' live musical review “All Together Now – A Global Event” celebrating Broadway theatre from Musical Theatre International (MTI).
FUN HOME Comes to Kelsey Theatre

In the sleepy town of Lock Haven, Pa., a family drama is being played out behind the doors of the local funeral home that will have life-changing impacts. Join Pierrot Productions as they present the Tony Award-winning musical "Fun Home" at Mercer County Community College's (MCCC's) Kelsey Theatre Fridays, Sept. 21 and 28 at 8 p.m.; Saturdays, Sept. 22 and 29 at 8 p.m.; and Sundays, Sept. 23 and 30 at 2 p.m.
Pasek & Paul's DOGFIGHT Musical to Play MCCC's Kelsey Theatre

Eddie Birdlace is returning home from Vietnam in 1967 burdened with the emotional scars of war. Pierrot Productions presents the touching rock musical 'Dogfight' at Mercer County Community College's (MCCC's) Kelsey Theatre. Dates and show times are Todays, Nov. 3 and 10 at 8 p.m.; Saturdays, Nov. 4 and 11 at 8 p.m.; and Sundays, Nov. 5 and 12 at 2 p.m.
Pasek & Paul's DOGFIGHT Musical to Play MCCC's Kelsey Theatre

Eddie Birdlace is returning home from Vietnam in 1967 burdened with the emotional scars of war. Pierrot Productions presents the touching rock musical 'Dogfight' at Mercer County Community College's (MCCC's) Kelsey Theatre. Dates and show times are Fridays, Nov. 3 and 10 at 8 p.m.; Saturdays, Nov. 4 and 11 at 8 p.m.; and Sundays, Nov. 5 and 12 at 2 p.m.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at CITY OF ANGELS at MCCC's Kelsey Theatre

Welcome to the CITY OF ANGELS, a musical that mixes the glamorously seductive world of 1940s Hollywood with a fish out of water romantic comedy. Add great songs and Jazz music and it all adds up to a rare theater experience. Join Maurer Productions OnStage as they present CITY OF ANGELS at Mercer County Community College's (MCCC's) Kelsey Theatre Todays, May 6 and 13 at 8 p.m.; Saturdays, May 7 and 14 at 8 p.m.; and Sundays, May 8 and 15 at 2 p.m. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast below!
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at CITY OF ANGELS at MCCC's Kelsey Theatre

Welcome to the CITY OF ANGELS, a musical that mixes the glamorously seductive world of 1940s Hollywood with a fish out of water romantic comedy. Add great songs and Jazz music and it all adds up to a rare theater experience. Join Maurer Productions OnStage as they present CITY OF ANGELS at Mercer County Community College's (MCCC's) Kelsey Theatre Fridays, May 6 and 13 at 8 p.m.; Saturdays, May 7 and 14 at 8 p.m.; and Sundays, May 8 and 15 at 2 p.m. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast below!
Society Hill Playhouse to Host Final Curtain Call with LIBERTY CITY RADIO THEATRE

Society Hill Playhouse (507 S. 8th Street) will host its final curtain call with the world premiere of LIBERTY CITY RADIO THEATRE, today, March 4 and Saturday, March 5, 2016. Crime, noir, romance, screwball comedy and farce - all fuel-injected with laughs in an all-new original show.
Society Hill Playhouse to Host Final Curtain Call with LIBERTY CITY RADIO THEATRE

Society Hill Playhouse (507 S. 8th Street) will host its final curtain call with the world premiere of LIBERTY CITY RADIO THEATRE, on Friday, March 4 and Saturday, March 5, 2016. Crime, noir, romance, screwball comedy and farce - all fuel-injected with laughs in an all-new original show.
AMERICAN HUSTLE, HER, BREAKING BAD & More Among Today's Writers Guild of America Nominees

The winners of the Writers Guild of America awards will be revealed in dual ceremonies today, Feb. 1, in Los Angeles and New York City. Today, the nominees for television, film, video games, and more were announced. Check them out below!
BREAKING BAD, ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK Top Writers Guild Award Nominations

The Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW) and the Writers Guild of America, East (WGAE) have announced nominations for outstanding achievement in television, new media, news, radio, promotional writing, and graphic animation during the 2013 season.
2013 TONYS, ZERO DARK THIRTY Among Winners of WGA Awards

The Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW) and the Writers Guild of America, East (WGAE) last night announced the winners of the 2013 Writers Guild Awards.
2012 TONY AWARDS Among Writers Guild of America Nominations

The Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW) and the Writers Guild of America, East (WGAE) have announced nominations for outstanding achievement in television, news, radio, promotional writing, and graphic animation during the 2012 season. The winners will be honored at the 2013 Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, February 17, 2013, at simultaneous ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York.
Photo Coverage: Broadway Dreams 3rd Annual Benefit Rocks New York City!

The Broadway Dreams Foundation presented their Third Annual New York Benefit Performance at the Florence Gould Hall (55 East 59th Street) on Monday, November 21, 2011. The special evening, which only happens once a year in NYC, got a spontaneous ovation after a non-stop, 100 minute show, which showed off the talents of BDF students and faculty that assembled from across the country to perform and to show the audience what they were about.
Espinosa, Hanes, Jay-Alexander & More Set for BROADWAY DREAMS NYC Benefit Tonight!

The Broadway Dreams Foundation will present their Third Annual New York Benefit Performance at the Florence Gould Hall (55 East 59th Street) on Monday, November 21, 2011 at 7:30 pm. The special evening, which only happens once a year in NYC, will feature performances that combine Broadway favorites with BDF students from cities across the country. Tickets are now on sale by clicking here.
Share a Broadway Dream and Win a Free Broadway Dreams Foundation Summer Intensive!

BroadwayWord is offering a unique opportunity to win a free one-week intensive with Broadway Dreams, in Omaha, Philadelphia, or Atlanta this coming summer. For a chance to win, visit the Broadway Dreams Facebook page and share your Broadway dream. The winner will be announced at next Monday night's THIRD ANNUAL BENEFIT in New York City. Click here to order tickets to the event now!
Espinosa, Hanes, Porter, Jay-Alexander & More Set for BROADWAY DREAMS NYC Benefit 11/21

The Broadway Dreams Foundation will present their Third Annual New York Benefit Performance at the Florence Gould Hall (55 East 59th Street) on Monday, November 21, 2011 at 7:30 pm. The special evening, which only happens once a year in NYC, will feature performances that combine Broadway favorites with BDF students from cities across the country. Tickets are now on sale by clicking here.
Photo Coverage: Broadway Dreams (BDF) Is the Real Deal!

For awhile now, we have been receiving press materials and hearing about The Broadway Dreams Foundation (BDF), but never witnessed the group first-hand. Well, that all changed this past Saturday night, in Philadelphia, when we decided to go to the Kimmel Center and see the 2011 Summer-Intensive weekend showcase, this year titled TRUE COLORS. I can honestly say that our jaws dropped. Directed and hosted by the newest addition to their impressive faculty line-up, Richard Jay-Alexander, the evening was like watching a skillfull PLAYLIST of Broadway 'gold' and 'showstoppers.' Two ACTS worth!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Dave Cook Trio, Jim Van Slyke with Neil Sedaka, and More!

Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features the Dave Cook Trio at the Brooklyn Lyceum, Jim Van Slyke with Neil Sedaka at Feinstein's, Girls Night The Musical, and more!
BWW Reviews: GIRLS NIGHT THE MUSICAL at the Kimmel Center

Girls Night the Musical is the story of five friends in their forties celebrating a girls night. The story begins with narrator Sharon, who died at age 22, leaving behind a daughter, Candy Rose. She observes her four best friends as they get together to celebrate Candy Rose's engagement. These friends include Carol the party girl, Kate the designated driver, Liza the one with marital issues, and Anita who tells the truth, even at inappropriate moments. Sharon, the not so angelic angel, takes us through their pasts, explaining each woman's problems while the friends perform karaoke. The girls night that follows is full of secrets, confessions, drama, fun dancing, and great music.
Casting Announced for GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL at the Kimmel Center

Girls Night the Musical plays the Kimmel Center April 20 - May 23. Tickets on Sale now. "It's like 'Desperate Housewives'meets 'Mamma Mia!'" - Applause Magazine

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