BWW Review: BIRDSONG, Original Theatre Online
The Original Theatre Company commemorate the 104th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme by bringing their adaptation of Sebastian Faulks's Birdsong to the screen. Building on the techniques used to stream during the early stages of lockdown, Birdsong loses none of its power, relevance, or sense of storytelling.
Roundhouse Sets The Last Word Festival 2016
Following the success of last year's THE LAST WORD festival, the Roundhouse announces a thrilling programme for its third season, presenting the best of spoken word, storytelling and live performance, from Tuesday 24 May - Saturday 18 June.
The Family Crest Hits the Road Today to Support New Album BENEATH THE BRINE
Following a series of sold-out winter shows and festival dates, San Francisco's The Family Crest hits the road today, June 26 on a headline tour in support of their highly acclaimed album, Beneath the Brine (out now on Tender Loving Empire), which caused Paste to name them one of 'The 20 Best New Bands of 2014' and NPR Music to include the title track in its 'Favorite Songs Of 2014' raving, '[The song] builds to a feverish and astonishing vocal performance by Liam McCormick. There's so much power and talent in this young band.'
The Family Crest to Hit the Road 6/26 to Support New Album BENEATH THE BRINE
Following a series of sold-out winter shows and festival dates, San Francisco's The Family Crest hits the road June 26 on a headline tour in support of their highly acclaimed album, Beneath the Brine (out now on Tender Loving Empire), which caused Paste to name them one of 'The 20 Best New Bands of 2014' and NPR Music to include the title track in its 'Favorite Songs Of 2014' raving, '[The song] builds to a feverish and astonishing vocal performance by Liam McCormick. There's so much power and talent in this young band.' Tour stops include a set at Outside Lands and major markets across North America-see below for full itinerary.
UK BIRDSONG Reveals Full Cast; Production to Open, Feb. 4
Peter Duncan, Edmund Wiseman and Emily Bowker head the cast of the 2015 national tour of Rachel Wagstaff's stage play BIRDSONG, adapted from the novel by Sebastian Faulks, which will open on 4 February 2015 at the Fairfield Halls in Croydon. The tour has been extended by a week, and will now play Richmond Theatre from 29 June - 4 July.
'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW' Closes Tomorrow Night Off-Broadway
The world premiere musical REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW… will conclude its Off-Broadway run Saturday evening, September 20th at the Minetta Lane Theatre. With book, music & lyrics by Ívar Pall Jonsson, the cast of REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW… is headed by Tony Award winner Cady Huffman and Kate Shindle. Performances for this "sinister, politically spot-on new rock musical with roots in David Bowie and George Orwell" (NY Music Daily) began July 31st with the official opening on August 13th.
Photo Flash: Cast of 'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW' Plays Joe's Pub
The world premiere musical REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW... rocked Joe's Pub this past Sunday night, September 14th with a dozen numbers from the show's score performed by Tony Award winner Cady Huffman and the cast, backed by the Revolution Cellular Orchestra.
Cady Huffman & Cast of 'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW' to Play Joe's Pub, 9/14
Tony Award winner Cady Huffman and the entire cast of REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW… are set to perform a dozen songs from the show, accompanied by the Revolution Cellular Orchestra, at Joe's Pub (425 Lafayette Street) this Sunday, September 14th at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $20 and available for purchase online at www.publictheater.org or via the box office at 212-967-7555.
STAGE TUBE: Cast of 'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW' Gets Doused for ALS!
The company of 'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW' was challenged by the company of 50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL to take on the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. They completed the feat after the August 28th show, in front of an enthusiastic audience, in turn challenging their Icelandic artistic directors, Josh Sassanella and the entire company of ROCK OF AGES on Broadway. AND Robert Redford. You'll have to see Revolution to understand why... Watch them get wet below!
'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW' to End Off-Broadway Run Later this Month
The world premiere musical REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW… will conclude its Off-Broadway run Saturday evening, September 20th at the Minetta Lane Theatre. With book, music & lyrics by Ívar Pall Jonsson, the cast of REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW… is headed by Tony Award winner Cady Huffman and Kate Shindle. Performances for this "sinister, politically spot-on new rock musical with roots in David Bowie and George Orwell" (NY Music Daily) began July 31st with the official opening on August 13th.
STAGE TUBE: Cady Huffman Talks 'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW'
A new video debuted today on YouTube featuring Tony Award winner Cady Huffman discussing her role as Manuela, the slightly evil Mayor of Elbowville, in REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW OF RAGNAR AGNARSSON FURNITURE PAINTER. Check it out below!
Photo Flash: 'REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW' Cast Performs at Grand Central!
The world premiere musical REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW… rocked Grand Central Terminal last Thursday August 21st with a special medley performed by cast members Graydon Long, Brad Nacht and Marrick Smith backed by the show's band. The performance was part of the weeklong "Life's a Picnic in Grand Central" event. With book, music & lyrics by Ívar Pall Jonsson, the cast of REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW… also includes Tony Award winner Cady Huffman and Kate Shindle.