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THE DOUBLEWIDE, TEXAS CHRISTMAS Comes to The Off Broadway Palm
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2023

The Off Broadway Palm Theatre presents A DOUBLEWIDE, TEXAS CHRISTMAS playing now through December 25, 2023. Spend the Yuletide in Doublewide and enjoy this hilarious Jones Hope Wooten comedy that will make your holidays merry and bright.

New York Theatre Ballet LIFT Documentary Acquired by Paramount's Republic Pictures
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023

Get an exclusive look into the world of New York Theatre Ballet with the LIFT documentary, recently acquired by Paramount's Republic Pictures. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories and captivating performances of this renowned ballet company.

Review: THE BIG O, King's Head Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - May 21, 2023

The Big O navigates Lucy’s self-loathing and PTSD in an inspirational journey, but, while the topic is loudly and proudly urgent, the play falls short on many levels. This said, it’s most definitely not a lost cause. Even though it’s all over the place at this stage, Kim Cormack’s exploration of female intimacy and the performative side of sex is an intriguing, necessary subject.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; The Naples Players Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; at The Naples Players Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; The Naples Players Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; Naples Players' THE WEDDING SINGER Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; Naples Player's THE WEDDING SINGER Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

THE WEDDING SINGER Will Be Performed This Summer at the Naples Players
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2021

Big hair and shoulder pads at the ready - It's time to rediscover the 80's! Your favorite Adam Sandler movie in musical form takes the stage in Blackburn Hall at The Naples Players from June 23rd-July 25th.

BWW Feature: DE FRENTE PRODUCTIONS Online Collab Fest
by Julieta Sverdlick - Jul 25, 2020

De Frente Productions, the Argentinian, New York based, feminist production company, is still finding new and creative ways to stay connected to their community. Their latest project is called The Collab Fest. An exercise in collaboration that brings different artists together to create a unique piece. 

Nashville's Circle Players Reveals Shows for Upcoming 70th Anniversary Season
by Jeffrey Ellis - Mar 20, 2019

Circle Players, one of Tennessee's oldest community theater organizations, has announced the slate of shows for its 70th anniversary season, including some of the most requested shows in the company's history which will be 'revisited' for the special season. Circle Players revealed the shows to be included in its upcoming 70th season during a party last night on the 30th floor of Nashville's L&C Tower.

Longwood Players Announce A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY & Auditions for NEXT TO NORMAL
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2017

Tickets are now on sale for Longwood Players' A Bright Room Called Day, their first full-length production in the black box at Chelsea Theatre Works, and auditions have been announced for their spring musical, Next to Normal. Read on for information about Longwood's fall calendar of events.

GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI for May 8, 2017
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 8, 2017

GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI! It's Monday, May 8, and it looks to be a beautiful spring day in Nashville (so live life dramatically), prompting us to ask the musical question: Do reviews matter anymore?

Nashville's Theater Calendar 5/2/16
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 2, 2016

Sometimes it seems there is so much theater happening that it's difficult to keep track of it all. From personal experience, despite all the datebooks, smart phones, tablets, desktop computers and laptops...it's hard to keep everything straight in this wacky business of the show.

Catalina Bar & Grill Presents 'A Birthday Tribute To Billie Holiday,' 4/25
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2012

Catalina Bar & Grill will present "A Birthday Tribute To Billie Holiday" starring Billie Holiday's pianist Corky Hale and singer Freda Payne, with Special Guest, singer Tricia Tahara for One Night Only!!! The performance will be presented on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 8:30 p.m. at Catalina Bar & Grill; 6725 West Sunset Boulevard (just east of North Highland Avenue); Los Angeles, CA 90028. There is $20 Cover Charge. Valet Parking is available.

Catalina Bar & Grill Presents 'A Birthday Tribute To Billie Holiday,' 4/25
by Jennie Mamary - Mar 18, 2012

Catalina Bar & Grill will present "A Birthday Tribute To Billie Holiday" starring Billie Holiday's pianist Corky Hale and singer Freda Payne, with Special Guest, singer Tricia Tahara for One Night Only!!! The performance will be presented on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 8:30 p.m. at Catalina Bar & Grill; 6725 West Sunset Boulevard (just east of North Highland Avenue); Los Angeles, CA 90028. There is $20 Cover Charge. Valet Parking is available.

Playhouse On The Square Presents THE CLUB 1/6-29
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2012

The Club by Eve Merriam plays Playhouse On The Square, featuring songs from the period of 1894-1905 arranged by Alexandra Ivanoff.

Playhouse On The Square Presents THE CLUB 1/6-29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 7, 2011

The Club by Eve Merriam plays Playhouse On The Square, featuring songs from the period of 1894-1905 arranged by Alexandra Ivanoff.

Catalina Bar & Grill Presents Corky Hale...And Friends: I'm Glad There Is You 6/13
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2010

Catalina Bar & Grill will present a performance of a new critically acclaimed CD of romantic ballads, 'CORKY HALE...AND FRIENDS - I'M GLAD THERE IS YOU,' featuring Corky Hale, the world renowned Jazz pianist, harpist and singer with her friends, singers Sally Kellerman, Freda Payne, Ariana Savalas, Tricia Tahara and Brenna Whitaker for One Night Only!!!

Catalina Bar & Grill Presents Corky Hale...And Friends: I'm Glad There Is You 6/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2010

Catalina Bar & Grill will present a performance of a new critically acclaimed CD of romantic ballads, 'CORKY HALE...AND FRIENDS - I'M GLAD THERE IS YOU,' featuring Corky Hale, the world renowned Jazz pianist, harpist and singer with her friends, singers Sally Kellerman, Freda Payne, Ariana Savalas, Tricia Tahara and Brenna Whitaker for One Night Only!!!