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Sarasota Opera House Cebrates 100th Anniversary and More In 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

There's much to celebrate next season at Sarasota Opera. After a two-year hiatus, the company is bringing back its Fall opera in October 2025, which will be Così fan tutte, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, followed by Sarasota Youth Opera's production of Hans Krása's Brundibár.

Meet the Cast of ROMEO + JULIET, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024

Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler, begins previews tonight at the Circle in the Square Theatre. The production officially opens Thursday, October 24, 2024. Meet the cast of ROMEO + JULIET here!

Meet the Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024

The Hills of California will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Meet the cast of The Hills of California here!

Jez Butterworth's THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Reveals Full Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024

The complete Broadway cast has been announced for the New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes. Learn more about who will star in the production here!

London Cast Will Reprise Roles in THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024

Initial casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes. Find out who is starring in the show here!

Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor Will Star in Sam Gold-Directed ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024

Following yesterday's social media tease, BroadwayWorld can confirm Rachel Zegler (Steven Spielberg's West Side Story) and Kit Connor (Netflix's Heartstopper) will star as Juliet and Romeo respectively in a revival of William Shakespeare's most famous play on Broadway this fall.

Maria Schneider Orchestra, Christian Sands Trio, and More Play Birdland This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 9, 2024

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming running March 11th - March 24th. Performers appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Maria Schneider Orchestra, Emilio Solla & La Inestable de Brooklyn, Christian Sands Trio, and Canadian Jazz Collective.

Cast Set For THE ASSASSINATION OF JULIUS CAESAR AS TOLD BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE AND GEORGE BERNARD SHAW at BEDLAM
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2024

New York theatre company BEDLAM, led by Artistic Director Eric Tucker, has announced casting for its next show. THE ASSASSINATION OF JULIUS CAESAR AS TOLD BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE AND GEORGE BERNARD SHAW will have its world premiere at the West End Theatre (263 West 86th St.), starting performances on February 24th, 2024.

Video: Watch the All New Trailer For GREATEST DAYS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023

An all new trailer and artwork have been released for GREATEST DAYS, the cinematic adaptation of TAKE THAT’s smash-hit stage musical The Band, out in UK and ROI cinemas on Friday 16th June, with previews Thursday 15thJune.

Review: HARRIET THE SPY at Kate Goldman Children's Series at Des Moines Playhouse
by DC Felton - Nov 3, 2022

Things are not always as they appear. As we grow older, we learn different ways to seek the truth. One thing we don't have to think about to worry about how they appear are shows that are part of the Kate Goldman's Children's Theatre series at Des Moines Playhouse. This last weekend they opened their Children's Theatre series with the classic 'Harriet the Spy,' which will run through November 13. However you are introduced to 'Harriet the Spy,' through the book, the movie, the streaming series, or the play, this production is one you will have to take a closer look at.

Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Release New Single 'Little Joe From Chicago' From New Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2022

One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell have released the fourth single, LITTLE JOE FROM CHICAGO, from their eagerly awaited album TWO FOR THE ROAD. The single is already becoming a radio favorite being featured on After Hours with Rick Kogan, on AM720 WGN, and WPNA 1490AM in Chicago.

Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Release New CD TWO FOR THE ROAD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2022

One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell are releasing their eagerly awaited, long overdue duo CD in twenty-two years entitled TWO FOR THE ROAD. The album was released on August 17th and is available at iTunes, Amazon and streaming outlets Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music and YouTube.

The Sol Project Announces Complete Schedule for SOLFEST 2022 in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2022

The Sol Project, the national theater initiative dedicated to amplifying Latiné voices and building a body of work for the new American theater, announced full details for the fifth annual SolFest: A Latiné Theatre Festival, produced in partnership with (Pregones/PRTT). The four-day program runs August 7-10 with both online and in-person events.

Playwright and Performance Poet Joseph Coelho Crowned Waterstones Children's Laureate at The Unicorn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2022

Joseph Coelho, award-winning performance poet, playwright and children's author, has today been crowned the Waterstones Children's Laureate 2022 – 2024.

Roots Group Brad Absher and the Superials Serve Up a Potent Brew of Tulsa Tea, Coming June 10th On Horton Records
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 30, 2022

Horton Records announces the signing of acclaimed roots music guitarist/singer Brad Absher and his band, the Superials, and will release their label debut album, Tulsa Tea.

New Play Writing Entries Are Now Invited For The Annual Popcorn Writing Award With a £6,000 Prize Fund
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2021

Submissions are now open for the prestigious Popcorn Writing Award for new play writing with a prize fund of £6,000 on offer.

Popcorn Award For New Play Writing at The 2020 Edinburgh Fringe Announce The Short List
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2020

This year's final shortlist of eight from 133 eligible plays that were due to premiere at Assembly, Gilded Balloon, Pleasance,  Summerhall, Traverse Theatre and Underbelly,  includes work from all over the UK and champions marginalised communities, shining a light on people who's stories are just not heard or seen.

BBC One Confirms Emily Mortimer's Adaptation of THE PURSUIT OF LOVE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 28, 2020

Filming has begun on Emily Mortimer’s adaptation of Nancy Mitford’s celebrated novel The Pursuit Of Love, from executive producers Charles Collier, Matthew Read and Frith Tiplady for Open Book and Moonage Pictures.

BWW Review: Seattle Children's Theatre's BLACK BEAUTY Lacks an Arc
by Jay Irwin - Sep 28, 2019

When putting up a show for Children's Theatre, one of the main things you need to concern yourself with is how are the adults doing watching your show. The kids may be having a great time but if there's nothing for the adults who brought the kids to latch onto, then they might not bring the kids back next time. Seattle Children's Theatre usually has that covered with some wonderful performances and artistry. And while their current production of a?oeBlack Beautya?? certainly looked great with some fantastic puppets from Annett Mateo, the story lacked much of an arc and, at least for this adult, failed to thrill.

MainStage 222 Opens Doors Early With 'Live Blues Revue'
by Kyle Christopher West - Aug 12, 2019

As previously announced, MainStage Irving*Las Colinas has recently leased the former Texas Musicians Museum (222 E. Irving Blvd, Irving TX 75060), with the newly-titled MainStage 222 building set to officially open on October 3rd. But marking the inaugural performance in the new space with be the MainStage 222 Live Blues Revue, featuring DFW's most requested Blues bands on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 6:00PM to 12:00AM. $10 general admission tickets are now available online at tickets.irvingartscenter.com/milc222. Tickets at the door will be $12 as available.