Lord Byron

Richard Chamberlain, Legendary Star of TV, Stage and Screen Dies at 90
by Team BWW - Mar 30, 2025

Richard Chamberlain, renowned for his roles in 'The Thorn Birds' and 'Shogun,' has died at 90. Chamberlain, celebrated for his versatility in film, theater, and television, passed away on March 29th, 2025, in Waimanalo, HI, following a stroke. His career spanned decades, earning him numerous accolades, including Golden Globes for his performances.

SHELLEY AND LOVELACE NEVER MET to Play Theater for the New City Beginning in January
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

Theater for the New City will present a new show in conjunction with Ottawa playwrights Becky McKercher and Sarah Thuswaldner: 'Shelley and Lovelace Never Met,' the conversation that never happened.

Princeton Symphony Orchestra to Celebrate Maestro's 60th Birthday At January Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2024

The centerpiece of the Princeton Symphony Orchestra's (PSO's)2024-25 season is the upcoming celebration of Edward T. Cone Music Director Rossen Milanov's 60th birthday at concerts held at Richardson Auditorium on January 11 and 12.

Rufus Wainwright's 'Dream Requiem' Recording to Be Released in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 15, 2024

Rufus Wainwright's latest work, Dream Requiem, received its world premiere in Paris this year with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France and with Meryl Streep as the narrator. On January 17th 2025, Warner Classics will release the live recording.

Tom Stoppard's ARCADIA Comes to The Heights Players
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

The Heights Players is presenting Tom Stoppard's Arcadia through November 10th, 2024. Through the masterful interplay of past and present, the play weaves together threads of mathematics, poetry, landscape gardening, romantic entanglements, and most importantly: order and chaos.

Opera Double Bill Features One-Act Operas by David T. Little and Kamala Sankaram
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024

Mannes Opera at The New School’s College of Performing Arts has announced a duo of one-act operas by Mannes faculty members and prolific composers David T. Little and Kamala Sankaram.

Red Bull Theater to Present Reading of SARDANAPALUS By Lord Byron
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

RED BULL THEATER will present a live in-person and simulcast performance of SARDANAPALUS by Lord Byron, directed by Raz Golden on October 24. Learn more about the reading and see how to purchase tickets.

LE CORSAIRE to be Presented as Philadelphia Ballet's 2024/25 Season Opener
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024

Philadelphia Ballet's 2024/25 season opener, Le Corsaire, will run in October, and marks Artistic Director Angel Corella's 10-year anniversary with the company, celebrating his past leading roles. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: ARCADIA at Austin Playhouse
by Sabrina Wallace - Sep 21, 2024

Austin Playhouse's production of Arcadia is a stunning and well-executed piece of theatre. It challenges audiences to reflect on life's complexities while providing an engaging and often humorous narrative. With a talented cast and skilled direction, it is a must-see this season! #ATXTheatre

Jane Fonda to Appear as Narrator for Los Angeles Master Chorale's DREAM REQUIEM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024

Jane Fonda will be the narrator for the U.S. premiere of Rufus Wainwright’s new work and Los Angeles Master Chorale co-commission, Dream Requiem. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024

Red Bull Theater has revealed its 2024-25 season with a lineup of productions, readings, and special events available both in-person and online.

Midori Francis, Andrew Barth Feldman, Andy Mientus, Helen J Shen, and More to Lead Reading of WE SHALL BE MONSTERS
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 22, 2024

An invitation-only reading of WE SHALL BE MONSTERS, a new play by April Lavalle, will be presented on June 27th in Manhattan. The play follows teenage Mary Shelley's 1816 vacation with famous regency-era writers.

Industry Presentations of New Works Starring Andrew Barth Feldman, Andy Mientus, and More Set For This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

All new invitation-only presentations will be hosted of developmental works featuring Broadway talent. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

Review: BEING MR WICKHAM, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 12, 2024

Written and performed by Adrian Lukis and directed by Guy Unsworth, Being Mr Wickham brings us into the world of the infamous Pride & Prejudice character after his 60th birthday, having withdrawn from the festivities to a quiet space. But, suddenly, Wickham looks into the audience, acknowledging us and telling us, “When play stops, old age begins.'

Meryl Streep to Serve as Narrator for Rufus Wainwright's Dream Requiem
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 6, 2024

The iconic American screen actress and recipient of the Palme d’Or d’honneur at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, is the narrator in Rufus Wainwright’s Dream Requiem, which receives its world premiere on 14th June in Paris. The Chœur de Radio France, Maîtrise de Radio France and Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France are conducted by Mikko Franck.

ALADDIN & More Lead Seattle's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Mar 1, 2024

Seattle is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Spring 2024 include Aladdin​​​​​​​ and more.

Beki Baker Infuses Lipscomb University's ADA AND THE ENGINE With Sensitivity, Wit and Understanding
by Jeffrey Ellis - Feb 16, 2024

Meghan Wombles’ spirited portrayal of 19th century British genius Ada Byron Lovelace provides the very heart of Lipscomb University Theatre’s Ada and The Engine, currently onstage through February 18 at the Shamblin Theatre, in a beautifully conceived production directed by Beki Baker.

John Douglas Thompson and Sarin Monae West Join THE REVENGE at Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024

RED BULL THEATER has revealed the updated cast for the next offering of the new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: The Revenge by Edward Young, directed by Nathan Winkelstein.

Review: THE NATIONAL YOUTH THEATRE: ADA, Workshop Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Dec 6, 2023

Ada tells the story of the neglected pioneer of computing and, if you look a little, also the story of a foundation stone of English Theatre

Cast and Creative Team Set for Holiday Production of AS YOU LIKE IT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the holiday production of As You Like It, playing in STC's Harman Hall DEC 2 – 31.