Review: BLACKSTAR SYMPHONY: THE MUSIC OF DAVID BOWIE at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin
- Jul 2, 2024
It was a one-two punch to fans of David Bowie in early 2016 when the rock star was suddenly pronounced dead and two days later, on what would have been his 69th birthday, released his final album, “Blackstar,” a preordained farewell addressing his demise.
Queer Operetta 'G' By Mur to Premiere At Wild Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jul 1, 2024
Wild project will present the world premiere of G, an autobiographical operetta by nonbinary artist Mur, exploring a dark and comedic journey after a drug-facilitated assault, featuring diverse queer characters and themes of self-love. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Sundance Institute Names 2024 Producers Lab Fellows
by Josh Sharpe
- Jun 10, 2024
The nonprofit Sundance Institute has announced the 10 producers selected to participate in its annual Producers Lab, being held June 10–22 for the first time at Ucross Foundation in Wyoming where they host artists throughout the year. The Producers Program reflects the Institute’s long-standing commitment to increasing support for independent producers and champions the current and rising generation of producers year-round.
Exclusive: Producer David Binder Explains How ILLINOISE Has Made for a Remarkable Journey
by Team BWW
- May 31, 2024
As the 77th Annual Tony Awards quickly approach, BroadwayWorld has invited the producers of the Best Production nominees to reflect on their experiences in bringing their shows to Broadway in this stellar season. This time, we hear from producer David Binder, who contributed the below essay about his four-time Tony-nominated Best Musical, Illinoise.
John Cameron Mitchell Joins as Executive Producer for PAYING FOR IT Film
by Josh Sharpe
- May 30, 2024
Tony-award-winning performer John Cameron Mitchell (Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Shortbus, Rabbit Hole) has joined the producing team as Executive Producer for Paying for It, the live-action movie adaptation of legendary cartoonist Chester Brown’s best-selling graphic novel.
Queer Icon Bitch to Bring One-Woman Show to Provincetown's Post Office Cabaret
by Josh Sharpe
- May 29, 2024
She will bring her one-woman show “Hey Bitch!” to Provincetown, MA's Post Office Cabaret every Wednesday this Summer. “Hey Bitch!” is a funny, upbeat, and moving story of how a young quiet girl goes on to name herself Bitch. The residency will run from June 26 through September 4.
Video: Bridget Barkan Emerges From Grief With 'Good Things' Single
by Josh Sharpe
- May 21, 2024
NYC-based art-pop singer/songwriter Bridget Barkan has just released her new song, Good Things. 'My intention writing this song was to get myself out of deep, heavy, painful feelings and move towards the light,' the singer shared. Sonically glam/pop meets Grizzly Bear meets Pat Benatar, the former Scissor Sisters backup singer says, “theatrical performance is always there for music videos, and my dance background always finds its way back in, as well.” Watch the music video!
Stage West Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild
- May 16, 2024
Stage West has announced the lineup for its 46th season! The new season will feature six shows, two of which will be co-productions. Learn more about the lineup here!
Grand Jury and Audience Award Films Announced at 27th Sonoma International Film Festival
by Blair Ingenthron
- Mar 24, 2024
Luminaries such as Golden Globe®-winner Beau Bridges, actor/director John Cameron Mitchell, actor Scoot McNairy, chef Susan Feniger, musician Rob Garza of Thievery Corporation, and more than 150 filmmakers, distinguished press, and industry guests converged on the award-winning wine country film festival March 20-24.
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