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Photos: First Look at WASHINGTON Off-Off-Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - May 2, 2023

Washington, a new family drama by up-and-coming playwright, Eric Ratee, opened last weekend at The Attic at The Tank. Due to the overwhelming success of their sold out run, Washington will return in limited engagement from Saturday, May 6 through Sunday, May 7 at the coveted downtown Off-Off Broadway 'Tense Theatre,' run by Beckett Rosset. Check out photos here!

Review: WICKED at Sky City Theatre
by Monica Moore - Apr 12, 2023

I am officially a big fan of Wicked and North Shore Musical Theatre’s production of it. I would encourage young and old to put on their green tights and witch’s hats and get along to the vibrant, enchanting musical for a great night out to see the local talent of a very high quality. Unfortunately, this show is SOLD OUT and that is a testament to its quality.

36th ANNUAL ROBBY AWARDS Announced At Theatre West, February 5
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 20, 2023

Theatre West will be the host venue for The 36th Annual Robby Awards ceremony, celebrating excellence in theatre in the Los Angeles area.

Photos: Photos: Get a First Look at Stag & Lion's SALOME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 1, 2022

Stag & Lion runs Oscar Wilde's SALOME at the Trinity Theatre through September 4th. Starring Kara Gordon as Salome and Nicholas de Phares as John the Baptist, the piece is a rarely performed tale of lust and obsession. Check out photos here!

Stag & Lion to Present HENRY IV Parts I & II In Rep At Trinity Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2022

Stag & Lion Theatre Company will present William Shakespeare's HENRY IV, both parts I and II, in repertory at The Trinity Theatre. The shows will run on alternating nights from Wednesday, April 27th through Sunday, May 8th at 422 West 57th Street in Manhattan.

Bowen McCauley Dance Co. 25th Season Kicks Off In March With Virtual Screening Of LE SACRE DU PRINTEMPS A QUARTRE MAINS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2021

Bowen McCauley Dance Company, an award-winning contemporary dance company with a legacy of community engagement, announces changes to its previously announced 25th Season schedule, due to COVID-19-related restrictions. The celebration will now begin with an added livestream screening of the 2012 World Premiere of Le Sacre du Printemps (Rite of Spring) on Friday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m.

Bowen McCauley Dance Co. Kicks Off 25th Season With Virtual Screening Of LE SACRE DU PRINTEMPS A QUARTRE MAINS 
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2021

Bowen McCauley Dance Company, an award-winning contemporary dance company with a legacy of community engagement, announces changes to its previously announced 25th Season schedule, due to COVID-19-related restrictions.

DANCING For DEMOCRACY Announces Kathleen Marshall as Judge for Dance Competition to Benefit Flip the Senate
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2020

DANCING For DEMOCRACY has announced DANCE COMPETITION to benefit FLIP THE SENATE. Tony and Drama Desk Award-Winning Director and Choreographer Kathleen Marshall has come onboard as the Celebrity Judge for the Dance Competition.

Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble's STAGED STORIES: THE LIVE STREAMED SERIES Presents Episode #5
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2020

Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble presents STAGED STORIES: The Live Streamed Series on Saturday, October 17 at 6pm/PDT 7pm/MDT 8pm/CDT 9pm/EDT.

Encore Performance of DANCING FOR DEMOCRACY Featuring Annaleigh Ashford, Laura Benanti and More to Take Place
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2020

On Monday October 5th, MONDAYS For BIDEN, a group created by Broadway Veteran Jeffrey Schecter, held DANCING For DEMOCRACY, a virtual fundraiser to benefit the Biden Victory Fund. The event was held on the Broadway Sessions YouTube Channel and was hosted by Schecter and fellow A Chorus Line Alum, J. Elaine Marcos.

Laura Benanti, Annaleigh Ashford, Nikki M. James, Danny Burstein & More Join DANCING FOR DEMOCRACY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2020

MONDAYS For BIDEN, a group conceived by Broadway's Jeffrey 'Shecky' Schecter, has announced their virtual fundraising event 'DANCING For DEMOCRACY' on Monday October 5th at 9:00pm EST. The group was created to provide a virtual place for busy artists, humanitarians, parents and all who want to help JOE BIDEN become our next US President.

Photo Flash: First Look at NO STRINGS at J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2020

The newly formed J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company will present the 1962 hit musical, No Strings, with book by Samuel Taylor, and music and lyrics by Richard Rodgers. Performances begin performance Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 7:30pm and continue through March 8, 2020 at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street – between 9th and Dyer Avenues). No Strings is presented through special arrangement with R & H Theatricals: www.rnh.com. Opening Night is Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 7:30pm.

BWW Review: Stray Cat Theatre Presents Sarah DeLappe's THE WOLVES
by Herbert Paine - Feb 18, 2020

Unequivocal thumbs up for Stray Cat Theatre's production of Sarah DeLappe's THE WOLVES, directed by Heather Lee Harper. Runs through February 22nd. The playwright has composed dialogue that flows like notes on a music sheet and the director has excelled in guiding the players ~ nine remarkable actresses ~ to move and talk to the beats of the script with near synchronization.

Photo Flash: The Cast of NO STRINGS From J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company Meets the Press!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2020

The newly formed  presents the 1962 hit musical, No Strings, with book by Samuel Taylor, and music and lyrics by Richard Rodgers. Performances begin on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 7:30pm and continue through March 8, 2020 at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street - between 9th and Dyer Avenues). 

Miss Jane Periwinkle Returns To Governors Island With MISS JANE....and THE MYSTERIOUS MEDIUM
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2019

MISS JANE PERIWINKLE and THE MYSTERIOUS MEDIUM is written by Mim Granahan, directed by Aliza Shane, and co-produced by Dysfunctional Collective and is running four performances a day on Governors Island October 5th, 6th, 12th, & 13th.

BWW Interview: A Conversation with Matt Walker and Beth Kennedy, the King and Queen of Troubie Land
by Ellen Dostal - May 2, 2019

When it comes to developing a loyal fan base, Troubadour Theater Company has found the secret: do outstanding work, stay true to your aesthetic, and give the people what they want - a great time at the theater. Artistic Director Matt Walker started the troupe and, with the help of longtime friend and foil, Beth Kennedy, continues to lead his merry band into the great theatrical unknown. Next up for the company is JULIUS WEEZER, which combines Shakespeare's JULIUS CAESAR and the music of Weezer to tell its tale of political intrigue Troubie style. Today, they talk about what it's like putting together a new show and why they keep on coming back for more.

JAILBIRDS ON BROADWAY To Have Industry Reading This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2019

JAILBIRDS ON BROADWAY by Tony Nominated writers Cheri & Bill Steinkellner (Sister Act), with music by Jeff Rizzo will receive an invitation-only industry developmental reading in NYC on Monday, March 25 at 4pm.  Directed by Glenn Casale, with Musical Direction by Andrew Bourgoin.

Boomerang Celebrates 20 Years With TWELFTH NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2018

THE AWARD-WINNING BOOMERANG THEATRE COMPANY, celebrating 20 years of producing re-imagined classics and world premieres, is pleased to present William Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT, directed by Sara Thigpen. TWELFTH NIGHT will play a limited outdoor engagement at Central Park (69th Street and Central Park West, NYC). Performances begin Saturday, June 16 and continue through Sunday, July 15. Opening is Sunday, June 24 (2 p.m.).

VIDEO: School Fundraiser! Watch Highlights - BROADWAY BARES: STRIP U Raises Over $1.5M for BC/EFA!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2017

A spirited audience of thousands went back to campus with stripped-down collegians who offered a sexy lacrosse scrimmage, a Pavlovian psychology experiment, a pumped-up pep rally and a fierce feminist studies class at Broadway Bares: Strip U, this year's edition of the annual highly choreographed, highly produced striptease spectacular. Produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Bares: Strip U raised $1,568,114 in two performances on June 18, 2017, at New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

VIDEO: Broadway Gets Sexier on Fire Island - Watch Highlights from BROADWAY BARES!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2017

Beloved Broadway shows were stripped down, sexied up and given a Broadway Bares twist at this year's edition of Broadway Bares Fire Island. Inspired by some of the theatre's greatest hits and set to pop music, the evening brought Broadway style to classic striptease. Twenty-six of New York City's best dancers came together in Fire Island Pines on June 3, 2017, and raised a record-breaking $56,533 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Watch highlights from the show below, plus click here for photos!