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TENNESSEE WILLIAMS’S CAMINO REAL Will Receive Industry Reading Directed by Austin Pendleton

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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'

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

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

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

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

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!

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.
Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theater of Dublin's LES MIS Leads Best Musical!

Time is running out to vote for 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.
Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Abbey Theater of Dublin's LES MISERABLES Leads Best Musical

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open 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.
Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; First Stats Announced!

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open 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.
Photos: First Look at Imagine Productions' SECOND TO SHERLOCK

A raucous new musical from local composer Brian Horne! After a series of private and public readings over the past five years, Imagine Productions is proud to be presenting this WORLD PREMIERE production. When a low-class detective in Victorian England gets a chance to prove himself by catching the infamous Jack the Ripper, he finds escaping from the shadow of the world’s greatest detective will be harder than he thought. Performances run December 3rd thru the 11th, 2021 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. For tickets or more information, visit: https://www.imaginecolumbus.org/

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