Student Blog: Can Theatre Be More Eco-Friendly?
by Student Blogger: Zac Denver Lee - Apr 20, 2022
Although it is important to have physical copies of scripts and scores, I personally prefer to have them on a tablet because it is cleaner. I normally only need them before rehearsals to work out my actions, lines, and character work but the moment I get into the rehearsal, I no longer need them, therefore a soft copy would suffice.
Kaitlin Butts Releases New Album 'What Else Can She Do'
by Michael Major - Apr 15, 2022
Produced by Oran Thornton (Angaleena Presley, Logan Brill) and recorded at Nashville’s Sound Emporium Studios, What Else Can She Do tells the stories of women—those who are lost, struggling, angry and scared, but who remain resilient through it all. Listen to the new album now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.
BWW Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, Richmond Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 12, 2022
Not to be confused with the 2002 film of the same name, Catch Me If You Can is a small ensemble thriller that debuted on Broadway in 1965. Based on a French play by Robert Thomas, this American version, written by Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert, is a potentially entertaining evening, but fails to captivate and excite.
Book Exclusive £20 Tickets For ANYONE CAN WHISTLE
by Marianka Swain - Apr 12, 2022
Anyone Can Whistle is Stephen Sondheim and Arthur Laurents’ satirical musical comedy set in a fictional town where the government controls absolutely everything, even the miracles.
VIDEO: Alannah McCready Releases Music Video to Accompany 'Can I Call' With Will Gittens
by Michael Major - Apr 6, 2022
inger-songwriter Alannah McCready is following the successful release of her song, “Can I Call,” a duet with Will Gittens, with a visually engaging music video for the track. Directed by Emily Vaughn and produced by Justin Pagano, cinematographer T.C. Carter filmed the music video in various picturesque settings throughout Los Angeles, CA.
BWW Review: ANYONE CAN WHISTLE, Southwark Playhouse
by Abbie Grundy - Apr 6, 2022
Stephen Sondheim's and Arthur Laurents 1964 political satire is given a modern spin by director Georgie Rankom in this high-energy production. Let's see what BWW's critic had to say...
Matthew Morrison to Judge on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE
by Michael Major - Apr 5, 2022
The series will introduce a new dynamic judging panel – welcoming home Stephen “tWitch” Boss, alongside Emmy-, Tony- and Golden Globe-nominated artist Matthew Morrison and dancer, singer and digital sensation JoJo Siwa. Presenter and author Cat Deeley will step back into her role as host of the dance competition series.
Adekunle Gold Announces 'Catch Me If You Can' North American Tour
by Michael Major - Apr 4, 2022
Since releasing his first single 'Sade,' a love song which sampled instrumentals from One Direction's 'Story of My Life,' Adekunle has gone on to release four albums - including Gold which debuted at #7 on the Billboard World Albums Chart, About 30 which was shortlisted for the GRAMMY Best World Album.
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsal For ANYONE CAN WHISTLE at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2022
An all new video has been released from inside rehearsal for the upcoming production Anyone Can Whistle! A political satire about conformity and the ostracisation of those considered ‘other’ in society, ‘Anyone Can Whistle’, directed by Georgie Rankcom, will play Southwark Playhouse, 1 April - 7 May, 2022.
Servant Stage Announces Pay-What-You-Can Theatre Classes
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2022
Beginning with a simple mission of making outstanding theatre accessible for everyone by offering touring, pay-what-you-will productions, Servant Stage, now in their tenth season, has grown dramatically to become “a major player in the local theatrical market.'
CJ Solar Sets 'All I Can Think About Lately' Album Release
by Michael Major - Mar 17, 2022
Award-winning artist CJ Solar has set March 25 as the release date for “All I Can Think About Lately,” the latest single from his upcoming The Future’s Neon album. CJ wrote “All I Can Think about Lately” with Aaron Eshius and Joey Hyde, and fans can pre-save/add the new single npw. CJ released yric video for “The Future’s Neon.'
BWW Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Speakeasy Stage Proves that Love Can Prevail
by Erik Bailey - Mar 16, 2022
The first and only production of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND I saw was a concert production featuring an all-white cast. So, when I heard that Speakeasy Stage would be producing the show, I was excited to be able to see how it is meant to be performed. This production, directed by Pascale Florestral and music directed by David Freeman Coleman, did not disappoint.
Ember Choral Arts Perform "Can we Talk?" in March
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2022
Ember Choral Arts (formally known as Schola Cantorum on Hudson), will present two live and virtual concerts titled, 'Can We Talk?...About Our Friends.' The three-concert series reflects Ember's programming centering on music with a message, and is intended to inspire mutually respectful conversation between individuals and groups who are at odds regarding difficult issues spanning race, gender, and inequality.
Bang On A Can LONG PLAY Music Festival Schedule Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2022
Bang on a Can has announced the full schedule for LONG PLAY, a new, three-day destination music festival. Originally scheduled for May of 2020, LONG PLAY will be presented for the first time from Friday, April 29 through Sunday, May 1, 2022.
BWW Interview: Molly Smith of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Arena Stage
by Benjamin Tomchik - Mar 14, 2022
Catch Me If You Can is not Molly Smith’s first musical with a con artist at the heart of it. In 2012, she directed a hit production of The Music Man, whose main character, Professor Harold Hill, could give Abagnale a run for his money. What is it about these men who have the ability to make us see what we want, and to command the stage while doing so, that lends itself to the theater?