BWW Review: SILENT SKY shines at Theatre Baton Rouge
For centuries, the significant contributions of science by women have been relatively unappreciated or unknown (unless you're Madame Curie), but thanks to recent a recent uptake of science-oriented bio dramas that is about to shift theatrically. Currently running at Theatre Baton Rouge is SILENT SKY, a vastly crucial yet little-known story of one woman whose groundwork laid the foundations of mapping the universe despite gender bias and other obstacles.
2015 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards - Last Week to Vote!
Happy Holidays! It's the last week to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Columbus Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!
2015 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards Update - JT Walker III, Stacie Boord Lead!
Time is running out to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Columbus Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!
Paula Deen Launches THE BAG LADY FOUNDATION to Support Families in Need
Today, America's favorite cook, restaurateur, author and philanthropist, Paula Deen, announced the launch of The Bag Lady Foundation. The Foundation's mission is to provide hope, inspiration and support to women and families in need. The Bag Lady Foundation plans to aid individuals, communities and like-minded organizations to empower those facing a range of challenges resulting from poverty.
BWW Reviews: SCR Debuts Witty 'SILENT SKY'
Set against the interesting backdrop of flowing petticoats in a sea of celestial dots of light, Lauren Gunderson's charmingly lyrical new play SILENT SKY is now enjoying a fully-staged World Premiere production at South Coast Repertory through May 1. With a penchant for subtle wit and sincerely earnest dialogue, Gunderson has attempted a nicely-crafted 'work-in-progress' that gives us a headstrong heroine nerd to root for from America's little-known historical margins.