World Premiere Of First Nations Cabaret NATIVES GO WILD Announced At Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House today announced the world premiere of Natives Go Wild, a provocative new First Nations cabaret that flips the lid on historical fiction and celebrates the global voice of First Nations people. Shaking up The Studio from 19 - 27 October 2019, this unmissable production interweaves sharp political satire and social commentary with edge-of-your-seat performances. It pays homage to the past and gives a humorous, dazzling, poignant and critical nod to the future in a theatrical whirlwind of burlesque, vaudeville, circus and cabaret-style entertainment.
King Arthur, The Knights Of Ni And Killer Rabbits Are Galloping To Franklin with SPAMALOT
Onstage at Pull-Tight Theatre in downtown Franklin June 1-16 is Monty Python's Spamalot, the winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Musical. Directed by Leslie Berra and produced by Jeremy Hargis, Spamalot is the outrageous musical comedy lovingly ripped from the film classic 'Monty Python and The Holy Grail.' Spamalot tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they embark on their quest for the Holy Grail.
BWW Review: THE MOUSETRAP at Fulton Theatre
Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap marks the welcomed return of drama to the Fulton Theater's mainstage. For far too long, the company has produced one big, splashy musical comedy after another. It is good for a theater to have some variety, something different now and then, and The Mousetrap fits the bill.
A Primetime Special on Race Relations from Detroit Public Television
In the wake of recent tragedies in St. Paul, Baton Rouge and Dallas, Stephen Henderson, American Black Journal host and editorial page editor of the Detroit Free Press will lead a frank conversation with advocates and community leaders live from Focus: HOPE in Detroit on July 27, 2016 from 7:30 to 8:00 P.M. ET. The conversation will continue online following the live broadcast until 8:30 p.m. at http://americanblackjournal.org.
Photo Flash: YOU BET YOUR LIFE Opens at Alexander Bar's Upstairs Theatre
Following a rave-reviewed debut at the 2014 National Arts Festival, the original South Africa's musical YOU BET YOUR LIFE! opened to a fabulous reception at the Alexander Bar and Cafe's Upstairs Theatre last week. Scroll down for a first look at cast members David Fick, Amy Trout and Roland Perold in what Beverley Brommert of the Cape Argus has called 'a devilishly humorous night out'!
Waterfront Theatre School Stages LEGALLY BLONDE, Beg. Tonight
The Waterfront Theatre Company returns to The Masque Theatre in Muizenburg this month with yet another musical that celebrates Women's Month: LEGALLY BLONDE - THE MUSICAL! With a book by Heather Hach and a score by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin, this new production of the popular Broadway show will be brought to life by Paul Griffiths (director), Garth Tavares (musical director) and William Jones (choreography).
Waterfront Theatre School to Stage LEGALLY BLONDE from 27 August
The Waterfront Theatre Company returns to The Masque Theatre in Muizenburg this month with yet another musical that celebrates Women's Month: LEGALLY BLONDE - THE MUSICAL! With a book by Heather Hach and a score by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin, this new production of the popular Broadway show will be brought to life by Paul Griffiths (director), Garth Tavares (musical director) and William Jones (choreography).
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Open 12/6 at York Little Theatre
York Little Theatre will present A CHRISTMAS CAROL, A Ghost Story of Christmas, on the main stage December 6-8 & 12-15. This new theatrical and spirited version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL puts the phantasmagoric qualities of Charles Dickens' classic tale center stage with a swirling, dancing chorus of ghosts that weave through this uplifting holiday story of redemption, magic and hope. Innovative choreography, a children's chorus, extraordinary special effects and spectacular Victorian costuming delivers A CHRISTMAS CAROL in a package that has something for everyone!
ALABAMA BAGGAGE Opens 3/9 at Theatre Asylum
LuluBelle Productions is set to present the world premiere of Alabama Baggage, a new drama written by Buddy Farmer, and directed by Paul Messinger, at Theatre Asylum in Hollywood. There will be one preview on Friday, March 8, and opening is Saturday, March 9 at 8pm, and Alabama Baggage will play a six-week engagement through April 14 only.
Stray Cat Theatre Opens 10th Season with THE SPARROW, 9/23-10/8
Originating at The House Theatre of Chicago, Stray Cat proudly brings the Southwest Premiere of this wildly adventurous and blazingly theatrical new work. Think a hybrid of The Sweet Hereafter, Heroes and Carrie...and you're part way there. The Sparrow is the dark tale of Emily Book, the only survivor of an accident that killed her entire elementary school class. The story begins with orphaned Emily's return home to a town that has yet to recover from the tragedy. As the town struggles to accept the strange girl who reminds them of what they lost, Emily attempts to hide the special powers that make her different while navigating the treacherous territory of being a high school senior.
Stray Cat Theatre Opens 10th Season with THE SPARROW, 9/23-10/8
Originating at The House Theatre of Chicago, Stray Cat proudly brings the Southwest Premiere of this wildly adventurous and blazingly theatrical new work. Think a hybrid of The Sweet Hereafter, Heroes and Carrie...and you're part way there. The Sparrow is the dark tale of Emily Book, the only survivor of an accident that killed her entire elementary school class. The story begins with orphaned Emily's return home to a town that has yet to recover from the tragedy. As the town struggles to accept the strange girl who reminds them of what they lost, Emily attempts to hide the special powers that make her different while navigating the treacherous territory of being a high school senior.