BWW Review: MIDDLE, National Theatre
David Eldridge thrusts the agony and the ecstasy of middle class struggles into the limelight in his new play at the National Theatre's Dorfman stage. Let's see what BWW's critic had to say...
ABBA VOYAGE Leads May's Top 10 New London Shows
London is gearing up for an exciting month of West End shows, concerts and more. From an Abba concert merging the physical and digital, to the return of Eliza Dolittle at the London Coliseum and female revision of Tudor history at the Globe, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!
New David Eldridge Play MIDDLE to Open in April at the National Theatre
Following their five-star production of Beginning, which played to sold-out runs at the National Theatre and in the West End, writer David Eldridge and director Polly Findlay reunite with new play Middle, a raw, touching and funny portrait of a 21st-century marriage. Learn all about the production and how to get tickets.
Musical Theatre Factory Announces NEW WAVE GATHERING: A Celebrating Women, Trans And Gender Non Conforming Artists
To celebrate the work of MTF's Women, Trans and GNC Roundtable on Monday June 3rd, Musical Theatre Factory will present a one night only evening of new musical theatre works by and for women, trans and gender non conforming people. These invigorating, witty, compelling, complex and poignant songs explore a range of stories told by underrepresented voices- songs about life, love, coming-of-age, finding your power, and just plain ol' humanity! Curated by Molly Marinik, Maybe Burke and Janelle Lawrence A New Wave Gathering will take place at Joe's Pub (425 Lafayette St) on Monday, June 3 at 9.30pm. Tickets are $25 and are available at mtf.nyc/events.
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati to Present CINDERELLA Holiday Panto
For the holidays, The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati presents CINDERELLA December 9-18, 2017 at the Taft Theatre. This isn't your mother's (or your grandmother's) Cinderella. Boys as well as girls will love all of the audience participation, side-splitting humor, and outlandish characters in this classic fairytale set to popular music.
Photo Flash: First Look at Christian Slater and More in GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS in the West End
Christian Slater (Mr Robot, True Romance, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest), Robert Glenister (Hustle, Spooks), Kris Marshall (Death in Paradise, Love Actually, My Family), Stanley Townsend (Girl from the North Country, The Nether) and Don Warrington (Death in Paradise, Rising Damp), are the 'deal chasing' cut-throat sales team in David Mamet's masterpiece, Glengarry Glen Ross, alongside Daniel Ryan as Lingk (Linda Green, Posh) and Oliver Ryan as Baylen (Dr Faustus, As You Like It). This trailblazing modern classic, directed by Sam Yates, runs at the Playhouse Theatre now through 3 February 2018, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati to Present CINDERELLA Holiday Panto
For the holidays, The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati presents CINDERELLA December 9-18, 2017 at the Taft Theatre. This isn't your mother's (or your grandmother's) Cinderella. Boys as well as girls will love all of the audience participation, side-splitting humor, and outlandish characters in this classic fairytale set to popular music.
TV: Watch Christian Slater & More in Trailer for West End's GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS
Christian Slater (Mr Robot, True Romance, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest), Robert Glenister (Hustle, Spooks), Kris Marshall (Death in Paradise, Love Actually, My Family), Stanley Townsend (Girl from the North Country, The Nether) and Don Warrington (Death in Paradise, Rising Damp), are the 'deal chasing' cut-throat sales team in David Mamet's masterpiece, Glengarry Glen Ross, alongside Daniel Ryan as Lingk (Linda Green, Posh) and Oliver Ryan as Baylen (Dr Faustus, As You Like It).
BWW Recap: THE BACHELORETTE Returns & so do Patti Murin's Perfect Recaps!
Welcome back, friends and family of The Bachelorette!!! The eleventh season has officially begun, and I am officially in my happy place. Although not quite as happy as I would normally be, due to the fact that this time around, there are TWO Bachelorettes to start. Kaitlyn, the fun-loving, Canadian dance instructor, and Britt, the absolutely stunning yet possibly manipulative waitress from Los Angeles (duh: actress). Can you tell whose side I'm on?
UnMasqued Theatre Presents MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING as Bluegrass Concert at Pieter Performance Art Space, 7/18
About the play: 'The Arragons are a nationally acclaimed traveling band of bluegrass/folk musicians, returning this July from their year-long tour to the place that started it all, The Messina. They are presenting the story of their time together as a band on tour: the struggle, the love and betrayal, and a witty battle of the sexes. These events have inspired the band to write the music of their new album, Much Ado About Nothing. For a few special performances at their favorite venue, The Arragons will be giving a sneak peak of their new songs and an inside look into the lives of the artists.'