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Interview: Winnie Holzman and CHOICE at McCarter Theatre Center

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Winnie Holzman about her career and 'CHOICE' at McCarter Theatre Center.

Percussionist Lisa Pegher to Premiere A.I.RE Multimedia Concert at the DiMenna Center in NYC

Percussionist Lisa Pegher will premiere A.I.RE, a multimedia concert, at the DiMenna Center in NYC. Learn how to purchase tickets.

BOY MAKES GIRL Explores the Intersection of AI and Autism in New Sci-Fi Drama

'Boy Makes Girl' is a sci-fi drama that delves into the themes of AI and autism. Follow the story of a young computer programmer who creates a robot companion and explores the meaning of belonging and autonomy. Available on VOD platforms starting October 24.

White Heron Theatre Company Opens BLITHE SPIRIT July 10

White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket will open it's first production of the 2023 summer season, Blithe Spirit, by Noël Coward (Present Laughter, Private Lives) and directed by Skip Greer. Greer returns to Nantucket after directing 2017's Outside Mullingar for White Heron.

Kentwood Players Presents ON THE FARCE DAY OF CHRISTMAS Reading Next Month

​​​​​​​Kentwood Players presents a reading of ON THE FARCE DAY OF CHRISTMAS, a comedy written and directed by Ken Levine, on Sunday, February 5 at 7:00pm at the Westchester Playhouse, located at 8301 Hindry Avenue in Westchester, CA 90045. 

Wallis Artistic Director Paul Crewes To Step Down, Transition To Artistic Advisor

Pioneering arts leader Paul Crewes, who has served since 2015 as the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts' first Artistic Director, steps down from his position at the end of this year and transitions to a new role as Artistic Advisor for the balance of The Wallis' 2021-2022 Season, it was announced by Michael Nemeroff, Chairman of the Board.

Ellen Taaffe Zwilich's Concerto for Cello and Orchestra To Receive Two Online Performances This Season

On 1/23, at 7:30 pm MT, Bailey and members of the Boulder Philharmonic will premiere the chamber version of the concerto as part of an online event that will be available on demand through February 6. On Sunday, March 28, at 3 pm PT, a performance by Bailey and the Santa Rosa Symphony led by its music director, Francesco Lecce-Chong, will premier.

Nu Deco Ensemble & Time For Three to Premiere 'Joy'

Nu Deco Ensemble, the innovative hybrid orchestra that ushers classical music into the 21st century, and Time for Three, an exciting string trio that stands at the intersection of Americana, modern pop, and classical music, have announced the release of their live collaborative performance video of 'Joy.'

The Wallis & Film Independent Present A Live Read Of BREAKING AWAY

The second season of Film Independent Presents at The Wallis continues with a signature Live Read event featuring Peter Yates and Steve Tesich's 1979 Golden Globe-winning Best Picture and Academy Award-winning Best Screenplay, Breaking Away.  Directed by Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin, who were both nominated for a Film Independent Spirit Award this season for their film The Climb, the definitive coming of age comedy-drama will be presented at The Wallis' Bram Goldsmith Theater on Tuesday, February 25, at 7:30 PM.  The Live Read will reunite two of the original film cast members, Dennis Christopher (Dave) and Paul Dooley (Dad) who are joined by Gayle Rankin (a?oeGlow,a?? The Greatest Showman), Skyler Gisondo (Booksmart, a?oeSanta Clarita Dieta??), and Live Read co-directors Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin performing alongside Lyris Quartet who will be playing selections from the film's score.

The Wallis and Hayloft Productions Presents A Staged Reading Of CHOICE

A staged reading of CHOICE written and directed by Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award-winner Winnie Holzman (Wicked, 'My So-Called Life'), starring Allison Janney (I,Tonya, 'Mom'), Lisa Kudrow ('Friends,' 'The Comeback'), Tony Shalhoub ('The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,' 'Monk'), Paul Dooley (Sixteen Candles, 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'), Madeline Wise (HBO's 'Crashing') and Raviv Ullman ('Phil of the Future,' 'Rita Rocks') will be performed at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at 7:30 pm in The Wallis' Bram Goldsmith Theater, in collaboration with Hayloft Productions.

Theatre Of NOTE Presents Its 25th Annual Hollywood Performance Marathon

Theatre of NOTE has announced the 25th Annual Hollywood Performance Marathon, on Saturday, January 18 beginning at 3pm and continuing until dawn, at Theatre of NOTE, 1517 N. Cahuenga Blvd. (just North of Sunset) in Hollywood.

Totem Pole Playhouse Closes Out Summer Series With An A Comedy By Garry Marshall And Lowell Gan

Totem Pole Playhouse, America's summer theatre, located in Caledonia State Park between Gettysburg and Chambersburg, PA has announced the final production in the Playhouse's new summer subscription series, Wrong Turn at Lungfish by legendary writer/director, Garry Marshall and acclaimed screenwriter, Lowell Ganz. 

Industry Reading Of THAT'S LIFE By Steve Monarque To Be Directed By Mel Johnson Jr.

MonaVision Films will present a private staged reading of Steve Monarque's THAT'S LIFE, a full-length play with music, directed by Mel Johnson Jr. Monday April 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Alchemical Theatre, 104 W 14th Street, 1st Floor (between 6th & 7th Aves) New York, NY 10011.

Pacific Symphony Casts An Exciting Spell With THE WIZARD'S SPELLBOOK

Come learn all about the musical instruments that make up an orchestra with Pacific Symphony's "The Wizard's Spellbook" concert this Halloween season! The Symphony takes the stage Oct. 27 at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, led by Assistant Conductor and Music Director of Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra, Roger Kalia. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring their wands, broomsticks and cloaks as the orchestra will play the enchanting themes of John William's "Hedwig's Theme" from "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," Ponchielli's "Dance of the Hours," and the educational and fun "The Conductor's Spellbook," music and story by composer Paul Dooley and narrated by the opera baritone, David Stoneman.

TV: Shoshana Bean, Lorna Luft & More Party at the Actors Fund 22nd Annual Tony Awards Viewing Gala in LA!

For its 22nd consecutive year, the west coast Actors Fund celebrated Broadway's Biggest Night at their 22nd Annual Tony Awards® Viewing Party on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, CA. This year's gala honored Tony-nominated book writer ('Wicked') and Emmy-nominated writer and producer ('My So Called Life') Winnie Holzman with the Julie Harris Award for Artistic Achievement. Kirsten Vangsness hosted with special appearances by Shoshana Bean, Wilson Cruz, Paul Dooley and Jessica Marie Garcia. BroadwayWorld's own Michael Sterling caught the action on the 'green' carpet with many of the night's celebrity guests for BWW TV Los Angeles.

WICKED Book Writer Winnie Holzman to Be Honored at At The Actors Fund's Tony Awards Viewing Party

The Actors Fund announced today an exciting line-up of presenters and performers for The Actors Fund's 22nd Annual Tony Awards Viewing Party.

Industry Reading Of THAT'S LIFE By Steve Monarque Will Be Held at Alchemical Theatre Lab

A new venue has been announced for the invited staged reading of Steve Monarque's THAT'S LIFE, a full-length play with music, directed by Mel Johnson Jr.

Casting Announced For Industry Reading Of THAT'S LIFE By Steve Monarque, Directed By Mel Johnson Jr.

MonaVision Films will present a private staged reading of Steve Monarque's THAT'S LIFE, a full-length play with music, directed by Mel Johnson Jr.

Industry Reading Of THAT'S LIFE By Steve Monarque Will Be Held at Alchemical Theatre Lab

A new venue has been announced for the invited staged reading of Steve Monarque's THAT'S LIFE, a full-length play with music, directed by Mel Johnson Jr.

Casting Announced For Industry Reading Of THAT'S LIFE By Steve Monarque, Directed By Mel Johnson Jr.

MonaVision Films will present a private staged reading of Steve Monarque's THAT'S LIFE, a full-length play with music, directed by Mel Johnson Jr.