Chris Johnson

THE ROOT BEER LADY to Open at History Theatre in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 23, 2024

History Theatre will kick off the new year with the one-woman show, The Root Beer Lady, written and performed by Kim Schultz and directed by Jess Yates. Learn more!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theater of Dublin Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; AMERICAN IDIOT at Abbey Theater of Dublin Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Columbus Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS’S CAMINO REAL Will Receive Industry Reading Directed by Austin Pendleton
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

La Femme Theatre Productions has announced an invite-only industry presentation of Tennessee Williams’s Camino Real, directed by Austin Pendleton, set for this month.

Video: Watch Trailer for HBO Original Documentary FAYE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2024

The HBO Original documentary FAYE, produced and directed by award-winning filmmaker Laurent Bouzereau, debuts Saturday, July 13 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. Watch the trailer!

HBO Documentary FAYE, a Portrait of Faye Dunaway, Will Debut in 2024
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2024

In Faye, the first feature documentary of the Hollywood legend, Academy Award®-winning actress Faye Dunaway candidly discusses the triumphs and challenges of her illustrious career. In the 1960s, Dunaway worked on Broadway in several plays including A Man For All Seasons.

The Family Company Band Will Perform ARETHA: A Tribute To Aretha Franklin This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2024

The Troubadour in Los Angeles will host a Tribute to Aretha Franklin on March 9, 2024 at 7:00 pm.

Photos: First look at Gallery Players' THE PRODUCERS
by Jerri Shafer - Feb 29, 2024

The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers (all “little old ladies”) out of millions of dollars.

Photos: First look at Gallery Players' THE PRODUCERS
by Jerri Shafer - Feb 23, 2024

Check out the exclusive first look photos of Gallery Players' production of THE PRODUCERS in Columbus, Ohio. Featuring a talented cast and crew, this Mel Brooks musical promises to be a hit.

Classic Cinemas' Chris Johnson to Receive 2024 NATO Marquee Award at CinemaCon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2023

Classic Cinemas' Chris Johnson to receive 2024 NATO Marquee Award at CinemaCon. Chris Johnson, CEO of Classic Cinemas, will be honored with the 2024 NATO Marquee Award for his dedication to the motion picture theatre industry.

Classic Cinemas' Chris Johnson to Receive 2024 NATO Marquee Award at CinemaCon
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2023

The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) will honor Chris Johnson, CEO of Classic Cinemas, with the 2024 NATO Marquee Award during next year’s CinemaCon, Mitch Neuhauser, Managing Director of CinemaCon, announced. CinemaCon, the official convention of NATO, will be held April 8-11, 2024, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

PHANTOMS OF THE CABARET to Make Debut at The Laurie Beechman Theatre This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 1, 2023

PHANTOMS OF THE CABARET will make its debut at The Laurie Beechman Theatre, featuring rare cabaret gems from early 20th century Europe and original pieces from LeFay's upcoming album.

DREAM ON, BARANSKY: SECOND DOSE To Return To The American Theatre of Actors in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023

Dream On, Baransky: SECOND DOSE returns to the ATA with a streamlined version of the clever play featuring toe-tapping tunes, heartwarming comedy, and thought-provoking characters. Don't miss this hilarious and charming production at the American Theatre of Actors in New York City.

Deafheaven Announce 'Sunbather 10th Anniversary Remix / Remaster'
by Michael Major - Jul 26, 2023

Remixed/remastered by original producer Jack Shirley and available in Spacial Audio, with updated packaging and a re-release of the original typeface courtesy of the album’s original designer Nick Steinhardt, and deluxe color vinyl treatment that includes a gatefold jacket with gloss varnish details and 2 printed inner sleeves.

Guthrie Theater Presents SHANE, In Co-Production With Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023

The Guthrie Theater in co-production with Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, presents the world premiere of Shane by Karen Zacarías, adapted from the novel by Jack Schaefer and directed by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Artistic Director Blake Robison. Co-commissioned by the Guthrie and Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park in 2021, Shane will play July 15 – August 27, 2023, on the McGuire Proscenium Stage.

Review: EACH KINDNESS at Kennedy Center
by Olivia Murray - May 1, 2023

The message of Each Kindness should be shared to people everywhere, and the music of Rootstock Republic should be enjoyed by all.

Oxford Film Festival 2023 Announces 20th Anniversary Lineup For Next Month's Fest
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 18, 2023

The 2023 Oxford Film Festival (March 1-5) has announced the lineup of official selections and events for the 20th Anniversary annual edition of the popular film festival. Lisa Cortes' documentary Little Richard: I am Everything is the Opening Night selection, and Michael Stevantoni and Strack Azar's The Banality is the Closing Night selection.

Winners Announced For The BroadwayWorld 2021 Columbus Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 10, 2022

Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theatre's LES MISERABLES Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.