Helen Martin

Exclusive: Hasna Muhammad, Daughter of Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee, Reflects on the Women of PURLIE VICTORIOUS

As Purlie Victorious enters its final weekend on Broadway, BroadwayWorld is very excited to share an exclusive essay written by Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee's daughter, Hasna Muhammad, who played a key role in getting this landmark play back on Broadway. 

World Premiere Of THE UNTOLD LEGEND OF IMOGEN FLIGHT Comes to CBC Studio 700

Harlem Artist Debra Ann Byrd Set To Take The Stage At Shakespeare's Birthplace

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust's first Writer-in-Residence, Debra Ann Byrd, is set to return to Stratford-upon-Avon in October 2019 with her new solo show BECOMING OTHELLO: A Black Girl's Journey.

Fourth Annual Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival Announces Selections

The Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival (AMTF) is proud to announce the selections for the Fourth Annual Festival, which will be held August 5, 6, 12, 13, 2019 at Theatrical Outfit in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. The AMTF will be four nights of original musical theatre performances, welcoming both local and national writers, actors, and directors to the Balzer Theater at Herren's.

Cast Announced For The American Classic MY ANTONIA at Book-It Repertory Theatre

Book-It Repertory Theatre continues its 29th season with the enchanting My Ántonia by Willa Cather. Annie Lareau, who adapted the novel and starred as Ántonia in Book-It's original 2008 production, returns to direct the 2018 production.

Dorothy's Piano Bar & Cabaret and Centerstage Theatre presents WE'RE STILL SINGING

Dorothy's Piano Bar & Cabaret and Centerstage Theatre are proud to present We're Still Singing: a cabaret featuring people of color.

Centerstage Theatre Presents BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Centerstage Theatre is pleased to announce the second show of our 2017-18 season! This Holiday, we celebrate TEN years of British Pantomime memories with BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, an adaptation of the classic fairy tale, by Vince Brady.

Pear Theatre Announces 2017-18 Season

Pear Theatre is proud to announce its 2017-2018 season, an intriguing mix of new works, classics, and even a musical revue. In addition, this season will be the first in the Pear's 16-year history to be under the guidance of a new Artistic Director, Betsy Kruse Craig.

BWW Review: Fantastic Z's BAD PANDA Examines Alternative Families

In this ever-changing society of ours it's nice to see shows that take a look at different kinds of love and families. Such is the case with Megan Gogerty's "Bad Panda" currently being offered from Fantastic Z Theatre. And while at times the script felt a bit heavy handed and the production lacked some levels, the show as a whole is a sweet and touching look at another way to look at the issue of what truly makes a family.

BAD PANDA at Fantastic.Z Theatre this Spring

Fantastic.Z Theatre's heartfelt and hilarious season begins with Bad Panda, a play by Megan Gogerty of the Iowa Writer's Workshop that's been performed from Beijing to Baltimore and is receiving its Northwest Premier in Seattle!

Photo Flash: Centerstage Theatre's LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

Centerstage Theatre presents LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD by Vince Brady. Traditional English Christmas "panto" returns to Centerstage for the 10th Holiday Season in a row.

Centerstage Theatre Presents LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

Little Red Riding Hood, Centerstage Theatre's latest pantomime, is anything but silent. It's about as noisy an experience as any theatre audience will enjoy anywhere. Centerstage Artistic Director, Alan Bryce, said: "Our audiences can expect yet another evening of outrageous characters, stock routines, terrible jokes and great music." 

Photo Flash: The Painted Rocks at Revolver Creek

The Fountain Theatrecontinues its 15-year relationship with master playwright Athol Fugard, presenting the West Coast premiere of his newest play. Directed by Simon Levy, The Painted Rocks at Revolver Creek opens on November 7 at the Fountain Theatre in Hollywood.

THE PAINTED ROCKS AT REVOLVER CREEK West Coast Premiere Opens Tonight

The Fountain Theatre continues its 15-year relationship with master playwright Athol Fugard, presenting the West Coast premiere of his newest play. Directed by Simon Levy, The Painted Rocks at Revolver Creek opens tonight, November 7 at the Fountain Theatre in Hollywood.

THE PAINTED ROCKS AT REVOLVER CREEK West Coast Premiere to Run 11/7-12/14

The Fountain Theatre continues its 15-year relationship with master playwright Athol Fugard, presenting the West Coast premiere of his newest play. Directed by Simon Levy, The Painted Rocks at Revolver Creek opens on November 7 at the Fountain Theatre in Hollywood.

Amy Kim Waschke Leads THE WHITE SNAKE, Opening Tonight at The Old Globe

The Old Globe is delighted to welcome one of the true geniuses of the American theatre, Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, who makes her long-awaited San Diego directing debut with an enchanting theatrical spectacle with live music and sumptuous visuals, The White Snake, continuing the Globe's 80th Anniversary festivities as part of the Balboa Park Centennial Celebration. The Southern California Premiere of The White Snake, written and directed by Zimmerman, will run now through April 26 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Opening night is tonight, March 26 at 8:00 p.m.

Amy Kim Waschke Leads THE WHITE SNAKE, Beginning Tonight at The Old Globe

The Old Globe is delighted to welcome one of the true geniuses of the American theatre, Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, who makes her long-awaited San Diego directing debut with an enchanting theatrical spectacle with live music and sumptuous visuals, The White Snake, continuing the Globe's 80th Anniversary festivities as part of the Balboa Park Centennial Celebration. The Southern California Premiere of The White Snake, written and directed by Zimmerman, will run tonight, March 21 through April 26 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center.

Amy Kim Waschke to Lead THE WHITE SNAKE, Directed by Mary Zimmerman at The Old Globe

The Old Globe is delighted to welcome one of the true geniuses of the American theatre, Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, who makes her long-awaited San Diego directing debut with an enchanting theatrical spectacle with live music and sumptuous visuals, The White Snake, continuing the Globe's 80th Anniversary festivities as part of the Balboa Park Centennial Celebration. The Southern California Premiere of The White Snake, written and directed by Zimmerman, will run March 21 through April 26 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Preview performances run March 21 through 25. Opening night is Thursday, March 26 at 8:00 p.m.

Miners Alley Playhouse to Stage THE ROAD TO MECCA, 3/28-5/4

Award-winning South African playwright Athol Fugard tells the true story of Helen Martins, an eccentric elderly woman who is being pressured by her conservative village to abandon her art and enter a retirement home. Miss Helen's young friend Elsa comes to her aid in hopes of resisting the bullying attempts of Reverend Marius to uproot Helen from her home.

SNOW WHITE Moves to The Lighthouse Theatre, 20-25 January

SNOW WHITE has been adapted by well-known children's author Helen Martin. This beautiful story from the Brothers Grimm about innocence, envy and friendship was first published in 1812 and features a magic mirror, a poisoned apple and the lovable seven dwarfs.