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Quintessence Theatre Extends Martin Crimp's CYRANO DE BERGERAC
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024

 Quintessence Theatre just announced it is adding five more performances of Martin Crimp’s diabolically hilarious and heartbreaking adaptation of Cyrano de Bergerac, starring Philadelphia’s J Hernandez in the titular role.

Photos: CYRANO DE BERGERAC at Quintessence Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 6, 2024

Considered one of the world’s one hundred greatest plays, Quintessence is producing the Philadelphia Premiere of the adaptation of Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac by “in-yer-face” British playwright Martin Crimp (The Misanthrope, 2013 and The Chairs, 2022.) Check out production photos!

Quintessence Theatre Presents Philadelphia Premiere Of Martin Crimp's CYRANO DE BERGERAC
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2024

Quintessence Theatre has announced the Philadelphia premiere of Martin Crimp’s CYRANO DE BERGERAC, running from September 25 to October 20.

Quintessence Theatre Extends William Shakespeare's THE TEMPEST with Lawrence Pressman
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 11, 2023

Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic theatre, will continue Season XIII: Celebrating the Extraordinary with William Shakespeare's The Tempest, thought to be one of his final and finest plays, this fantastical romantic comedy celebrates empathy and reconciliation. Underwritten by the National Endowment for the Arts and Arts Midwest Shakespeare in American Communities Grant, The Tempest, directed by Quintessence Artistic Director Alexander Burns is now extended through April 2. 

Photos: First Look at Quintessence Theatre Group's THE TEMPEST
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 5, 2023

Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic theatre, is continuing Season XIII: Celebrating the Extraordinary with William Shakespeare’s The Tempest, thought to be one of his final and finest plays, this fantastical romantic comedy celebrates empathy and reconciliation. Check out photos from the production here!

Quintessence Theatre Group Presents THE TEMPEST With Stage and Screen Actor Lawrence Pressman Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2023

Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic theatre, continues Season XIII: Celebrating the Extraordinary with William Shakespeare's The Tempest, thought to be one of his final and finest plays, this fantastical romantic comedy celebrates empathy and reconciliation.

UV-TV Release Alternative Versions Of Tracks From 'Always Something'
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2022

UV-TV are pleased to present three, brand-new and unheard versions of tracks from their latest LP: ‘Always Something’. The new music arrives as the band prepare for a run of UK live dates; part of an extensive European tour planned throughout the Spring. Full dates can be found below, with tickets on sale now. 

VIDEO: UV-TV Release Music Video For 'Always Something' From New Album
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2021

UV-TV are founding members Rose Vastola (guitars / vox), Ian Bernacett (guitars), and Ian Rose (drums). Well established as a cornerstone in the continuation of the DIY and post-punk crossover scene in the US, new ‘Always Something’ saw the band confirm their status with one of 2021’s most essential guitar records.

Wilma Theater Announces World Premiere Digital Production Of James Ijames' FAT HAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2021

The ghost of Juicy's dad haunts him and asks for revenge - on Juicy's uncle, who has now married his widowed mom. Sound familiar? The Wilma Theater has announced the world premiere digital production of James Ijames' FAT HAM, a contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's HAMLET, set in the American South.

Curio Theatre Company Announces Immersive Walk-Through Installation About The Life Of Saint-George
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2021

Curio Theatre Company springs back after the pandemic closures with a massive installation celebrating the life and career of Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, the famed violinist, composer and fencer whose story has been buried by history.

Photo Flash: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of WAITRESS at the Pantages
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2018

The Los Angeles Premiere engagement of Waitress will play Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a four-week engagement; August 2 - 26, 2018. The show held its opening night on August 3. Check out photos from the red carpet at the big night below!

Dallas Opera Appoints General Director And CEO Designate
by Julie Musbach - Apr 5, 2018

The Dallas Opera is both pleased and proud to announce that, after an international search supported by Arts Consulting Group, TDO has hired Kentucky Opera General Director Ian Derrer to become the eighth general director in its history, effective this July.

Photo Flash: Celebrities Come Out to Support Napa's Animals
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2017

Animal-loving celebrities turned out Saturday, December 2nd in Beverly Hills for NapaWood, showing their support for Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch (JARR), a 501c3 based in the Napa Valley. The organization had recently endured through the North Bay fires rescuing and evacuating animals, supplying food and temporary shelter to displaced animals, and funding veterinary care.

Dallas Opera to Break Hearts with LA TRAVIATA
by Julie Musbach - Oct 11, 2017

The Dallas Opera is proud to present the second mainstage production of the 2017-2018 Motives Unmasked! Season: Giuseppe Verdi's tender and bittersweet romance, LA TRAVIATA, opening on Friday, October 27, 2017 (The Amy and Vernon Faulconer Performance) at 7:30 p.m.in the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Downtown Dallas. Verdi's tragic-yet-beautiful tale of a fallen woman consistently appears at or near the top of the list of the world's most popular operas.

InterAct Theatre Opens Season with World Premiere of BROKEN STONES
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2017

If you believe in a story, does that make it true? British playwright Fin Kennedy's exhilarating play, BROKEN STONES, presented by InterAct Theatre Company, is based on a true story, but based on is relative.

One More Chance to See Sold Out EVEN OLYMPIANS HAVE ASTHMA at United Solo
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2017

Comedian Rosemary Cipriano returns to the United Solo Theatre Festival as an Encore performer with the world premiere of Even Olympians Have Asthma. After a three-show run of Bestseller, Shit., Cipriano still has too much to say.

YouTube Comedy Group Tin Can Brothers Crowdfund Original Webseries and Podcast
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2017

YouTube comedy group, the Tin Can Brothers, are crowdfunding their newest project, THE WAYWARD GUIDE FOR THE UNTRAINED EYE , a web series with a companion podcast.

The Dio Presents THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Aug 10, 2017

The Dio - Dining & Entertainment, Livingston County's professional, award winning dinner theatre, is excited to present The Great American Trailer Park Musical, directed by Steve DeBruyne with musical direction by Brian Rose and choreography by Kristin Reeves.

Pierre Boulez's Masterpiece REPONS Comes to Park Avenue Armory, 10/6 �" 7
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2017

This October, Park Avenue Armory honors the visionary work of composer Pierre Boulez in a rare staging of his spatial masterpiece Repons with the Ensemble intercontemporain, its Musical Director Matthias Pintscher, IRCAM, and six soloists from the Ensemble. Utilizing the vast and open space of the Wade Thompson Drill Hall, the Armory will present an unprecedented realization of the work in its demanding configuration, positioning the Ensemble in the center of the audience as they, in turn, are surrounded by soloists and intricate amplification. The composition will also be played twice in succession each evening, with audience members switching seats to hear the work from different locations, changing the sonic dimensions and spatial relationship of their experience. Repons marks the first New York performance of a major work by Boulez since his passing in early 2016, and the first time in over a decade that this masterpiece has been staged as it was originally intended in North America.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Theatre du Soleil's A ROOM IN INDIA, Coming to Park Avenue Armory
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2017

This December, Theatre du Soleil and its founder, theater icon Ariane Mnouchkine, come to Park Avenue Armory in the North American Premiere of their new work A Room in India (Une chambre en Inde). The work follows the adventures of a touring French theater company stranded in India without a director while the world around them falls into disarray. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the production!