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New Metaphysical Exhibit Explores Space And Light Through Art at Park Town Place
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

Color bombs, totems, mobiles constructed of wire, sheet metal and fishing lines and 3-D organic sculptures with molds often made with recycled materials like styrofoam, plastic lids and tennis balls are just some of the unusual items that make up Folding Space.
The Music Hall Purchases The Historic Kearsarge House In Downtown Portsmouth
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025

The Music Hall has announced its acquisition of the historic Kearsarge House, a landmark property in downtown Portsmouth. This purchase reflects The Music Hall's enduring commitment to preserving local history while securing its ability to serve as a steward of cherished historical buildings.
Readings Of Famous Love Letters Will Be Performed at the Park Theatre On Valentine's Day Eve
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

To get everyone in a romantic mood for Valentine's Day, The Park Theatre is presenting an evening of readings of some of the most notorious love letters ever written. Learn more here!
Review: Klea Blackhurst Triumphs Again at Birdland
by Rob Lester - Feb 1, 2025

That bundle of Broadway-centric bubbliness, Klea Blackhurst banished the winter blues at Birdland. Her thrillingly big voice and selection of joyful showtunes provided a firecracker evening of entertainment on 1/27.
The James Library & Center for the Arts to Present Spring Entertainment and Events Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

The James Library & Center for the Arts, Norwell’s historic community arts center and lending library, will present a winter season of music, art, and literary programming. Learn more and see how to attend upcoming events.
Ken Burns’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Sets PBS Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2025

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new six-part, 12-hour documentary series that explores the country’s founding and its eight-year War for Independence, will premiere on Sunday, November 16.
1776, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET & More Set for Walnut Street Theatre 2025/2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2025

Walnut Street Theatre, America’s Oldest Theatre and a National Historic Landmark, has unveiled its 2024/2025 season, featuring Million Dollar Quarter, 1775, A Christmas Story, and more.
TADA! Youth Theater Now Streaming Original Musical THE HISTORY MYSTERY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024

TADA! Youth Theater is presenting its most recent live production via online streaming. TADA!'s original musical production of The History Mystery is available now. Learn how to watch.
25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos
by Sarah Lasko - Nov 20, 2024

Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!
Interview: Theatre Life with Christopher Bloch
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 18, 2024

Today’s subject Christopher Bloch is currently living his theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre playing the role of Senex in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. The production runs through January 12th in Signature’s MAX space.
Michael Douglas & More to Appear on REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2024

This week features a one-on-one interview with award-winning actor and producer Michael Douglas. This panel discussion includes John Heilemann, Puck’s chief political columnist, and Sarah Isgur, senior editor of The Dispatch.
World Premiere Of THE SUMMER LAND Begins At The Company Theatre In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2024

Discover the world premiere of THE SUMMER LAND at The Company Theatre from November 8-17.
Photos: Lloyd Suh's FRANKLINLAND In Rehearsals At Ensemble Studio Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

Ensemble Studio Theatre will open its 56th Season with the New York premiere of FRANKLINLAND, a comedy by Lloyd Suh, Pulitzer Finalist, EST Member Artist, and alumni of EST’s Youngblood Playwrights Program. See photos from inside the rehearsal room.
Cast Set for 1776 at Lewiston-Auburn Community Little Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024

Director Celeste Philippon has revealed the cast for Community Little Theatre's upcoming production of the musical '1776'. Kicking off CLT's 85th consecutive season, '1776' tells the story of John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson as they fight for independence. Learn how to purchase tickets.
TADA! Youth Theater Presents Original Musical THE HISTORY MYSTERY
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2024

TADA! Youth Theater will present The History Mystery, an original musical time travel adventure, running October 19, 2024 through November 17, 2024.
MURDER IN THE WEST END: The Plays Of Agatha Christie And Her Disciples, Volume II Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024

Amnon Kabatchnik's latest book, Murder in the West End: The Plays of Agatha Christie and Her Disciples, Volume II, explores the works of Agatha Christie and her followers.
Sunrise Theatre Company to Present 1776 This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 8, 2024

Sunrise Theatre Company has announced performances of 1776 at Lynbrook High School on September 28th and 29th.
THE GOLDBERG-VARIATIONS By George Tabori to be Presented at Theater for the New City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2024

THEATER FOR THE NEW CITY will present THE GOLDBERG-VARIATIONS by George Tabori, running this fall. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: 1776 at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Aug 29, 2024

 In this political year, it seems very appropriate that the new production at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire is Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone’s musical 1776, the background story of the days leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
League Of Chicago Theatres Announces Fall Highlights
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2024

Chicago will continue to produce some of the most exciting work in the country this Fall. Offerings from the city’s more than 250 producing theatres include a wide variety of plays and musicals, as well as comedy, dance, festivals, and more.

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