Erin Stewart

Plano Symphony Orchestra Hosts Women Composer Series Concerts

The Plano Symphony Orchestra will present the inaugural concerts of the Women Composer Series which will feature the world premiere of “New Oceans” by Dallas-based composer Olga Amelkina-Vera.

Photos: First Look At Arthur Miller's THE CRUCIBLE At Invictus Theatre Company

Invictus Theatre Company has released first look photos for its upcoming revival of Arthur Miller’s THE CRUCIBLE.

Cast & Creative Team Set for THE CRUCIBLE at Invictus Theatre Company

Invictus Theatre Company has announced a powerhouse cast of 19 actors for its upcoming revival of Arthur Miller’s THE CRUCIBLE.

The Factory Theater Cancels THE HOA Previews This Weekend To Due To Small Electrical Fire

The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is canceling the preview performances for The HOA this weekend, September 9 - 11, due to a small fire at the theater.

World Premiere Play THE HOA Begins September 9 At The Factory Theater

The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., presents the first production in its 28th season, the world premiere of The HOA, September 9 - October 20, written by Angelina Martinez and directed by Christy Arington.

MS. PAK-MAN: ARCADE! I SAW! I CONQUERED Comes to West Hall in April

Ms. Pak-Man is back! The critically acclaimed cabaret series returns to Seattle and is better than ever! Why? Because her new show - 'Ms. Pak-Man: Arcade! I Saw! I Conquered!' is a showcase of her greatest hits from the past 7 years.

Lifeboat Productions to Present the World Premiere of THE BLACK KNIGHT

Lifeboat Productions will present the world premiere of The Black Knight by Angeli Primlani, on stage at City Lit Theater in Edgewater, from February 26 - April 2.

Shoes and Pants Productions Presents MS. PAK-MAN: BREAKOUT!

Presented by Shoes and Pants Productions, “Ms. Pak-Man: Breakout!” is the 6th installment of the critically acclaimed Ms. Pak-Man series. Last year, during that pesky pandemic, it was Game Over for the original 8-Diva, but now she's breaking out and better than ever with a cabaret style theatre experience like no other!

BWW Blog: Voice Lessons Online? How Can I Do That?

With the current happenings in the world studying the performing arts has been completely flipped on its head, the once completely in person lessons and rehearsals are now completely online using video chat and email.

PSO Announces its 20-21 Slate of New Officers and Board Members

Robert A. Reed, Executive Director, of the Plano Symphony Orchestra today announced that a slate of officers and board members were unanimously elected at the organization's annual meeting held Sunday, June 7, 2020.

MS. PAK-MAN: BREAKOUT! Postponed

Ms. Pak-Man: Breakout! at Re-bar has been postponed until further notice due to concerns about the coronavirus. The show was set to open on March 26th.

MS. PAK-MAN: BREAK OUT! Comes to Re-Bar

Presented by Shoes and Pants Productions, a?oeMs. Pak-Man: Breakout!a?? is the 6th installment of the critically acclaimed Ms. Pak-Man series. After playing to packed audiences in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and fresh off her New York debut, Ms. Pak-Man is returning to Seattle's Re-bar, March 26 through April 11. Watch this world-renowned video game superstar of the 1980s pop power pills while she shares scandalous songs and stories about her life and lovesa?"glitches and all! This is an all-new show that is guaranteed to achieve a high score!

Exclusive Interview: Georgia Shreve Discusses Her Debut Album PARADISE

Georgia Shreve, composer and writer, announced the release of her first album entitled “Paradise” featuring the Manhattan Contemporary Chamber Ensemble on May 17th worldwide. The album is made up of three original compositions by the New York composer: Dante's Paradise, Portraits of the 20thCentury, and Fantasia on Celtic Themes. A digital release of the album is now available on iTunes, Spotify,GooglePlay, and Amazon.

MS. PAK-MAN: OUT OF ORDER Comes to Re-Bar This March

"Ms. Pak-Man: Out of Order!" is the all new fourth installment of the critically acclaimed Ms. Pak-Man series. It's a cabaret style theatre experience coming to Re-bar March 8 - 11 & 15 - 17, 2018. Watch this world-renowned video game superstar of the 1980s pop power pills while she shares scandalous songs and stories about her life and loves… glitches and all!

Ian Bell's Brown Derby Series Presents VALLEY OF THE DOLLS

In 1999, Ian Bell's Brown Derby Series began with a one-night-only 'Ridiculously Staged Reading the iconic screenplay VALLEY of the DOLLS. Over the past 19 years, The Brown Derby Series has taken its place as a Seattle comedy institution with a dedicated cult following. Under-rehearsed and equipped with cardboard props and plenty of silly string, Director Ian Bell continues to team up with Seattle's funniest actors to put their warped spin on classic Hollywood screenplays.

Ian Bell's Brown Derby Series Presents THE EXORCIST

Since 1999 Ian Bell's Brown Derby Series has presented 'Ridiculously Staged Readings of your Favorite Screenplays', earning the title 'the crown prince of Seattle's marvelously ramshackle bar theater tradition!' from Brendan Kiley.

MS. PAK-MAN: ON MY LAST HEART! Opens in Two Weeks!

"Ms. Pak-Man: On My Last Heart!" is the third installment of the wildly successful Ms. Pak-Man series. It's a cabaret style theater experience returning to Re-bar March 2nd through the 4th and March 9th through the 11th. Watch this world-renowned video game superstar of the 1980s pop power pills while she shares scandalous songs and stories about her life and loves-glitches and all! This is an all-new show that is guaranteed to achieve a high score!

MS. PAK-MAN: ON MY LAST HEART! Cabaret-Style Experience to Chomp Into Re-bar This March

'Ms. Pak-Man: On My Last Heart!' is the third installment of the wildly successful Ms. Pak-Man series. It's a cabaret style theater experience returning to Re-bar March 2nd through the 3rd and March 9th through the 11th.

MS. PAK-MAN: ON MY LAST HEART! Opens in Two Weeks!

"Ms. Pak-Man: On My Last Heart!" is the third installment of the wildly successful Ms. Pak-Man series. It's a cabaret style theater experience returning to Re-bar March 2nd through the 4th and March 9th through the 11th. Watch this world-renowned video game superstar of the 1980s pop power pills while she shares scandalous songs and stories about her life and loves-glitches and all! This is an all-new show that is guaranteed to achieve a high score!

BWW Review: 18th and Union's Feminist Sketch Comedy HAPPY HOUR Has Potential

Who am I to judge how anyone processes the political climate? Well, when it's theatre, technically, it's my job. Nonetheless, I understand why Keira McDonald and Erin Stewart put on their two-woman sketch comedy, 'Happy Hour', now performing at 18th and Union as a part of their 'Oddballs and Misfits' series (along with 'Oroboro', among others). These two performers set out to process their feelings on the day of the inauguration through impersonations (Kate Mullgrew, Shelley Winters); multiple scenes in doctors' offices with circumstances so ridiculous, you'd hope they'd be satirical; and a rap about Susan B. Anthony. From the clear-as-day reading from a script in the wings, to the faulty mics, to the rudimentary PowerPoint as background graphics, the collective felt (though full of heart) a little thrown-together. Some sketches outshined others, and although the production felt effortful and honest, 'Happy Hour' felt a touch unpolished.