FringeNYC 2015 Reveals Overall Excellence Award Winners!
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 31, 2015
Winners of the 2014 FringeNYC Overall Excellence Awards were announced by festival Producing Artistic Director Elena K. Holy during a brief ceremony at Drom in New York. As selected by an independent panel of over 30 theater professionals, the winners are as follows:
Handful of FringeNYC Shows Selected to Receive Additional Performances
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 27, 2015
The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) announces the productions selected for its newest program: FringeFAVE. On August 30th, one final performance slot in each of the 17 theaters hosting the festival has been given to the best-selling show in that venue. Tickets for all of these 'favorite' shows are now on sale at www.FringeNYC.org.
Select FringeNYC Shows Moved to SoHo Playhouse
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 24, 2015
After a week of air-conditioning problems at The Lynn Redgrave Theater that caused some performances to be canceled and others to be performed with only work lights, FringeNYC has moved 8 of its shows to SoHo Playhouse.
Tilted Windmills Theatricals Brings POPESICAL to FringeNYC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2015
Broadway producing company Tilted Windmills Theatricals (Gent's Guide, Dr. Zhivago, Cagney, Silence! the Musical) to present Adam Overett's (My Life is a Musical) Popesical: A papal musical comedy directed by Drew Geraci (Forever Plaid, A Chorus Line, La Cage) at The New York International Fringe Festival, tonight, August 20, through August 29 at Theatre 80 (Venue #9) in the East Village.
Photo Flash: First Look at TexARTS' GUYS AND DOLLS
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 14, 2015
TexARTS presents the Broadway classic 'Guys and Dolls' for the second production of the 2015-16 professional series. Gathering the best central Texas talent and veteran Broadway leadership, TexARTS will bring the spark and glamour of 1940s New York City to the Kam and James Morris Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast onstage below!
Photo Flash: FringeNYC's 2015 Shows Ring the NASDAQ Closing Bell
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2015
The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC), the largest multi-arts festival in North America, kicks off its 19th Annual Festival tomorrow, August 14, running through August 30, 2015. This year, festival productions including SHAKE THE EARTH, ELEPHANTS AND OTHER WORLDLY DILEMMAS and THE GAP among other rang the NASDAQ closing bell today to commemorate the festival's August 14th opening. Scroll down for photos!
TexARTS' GUYS AND DOLLS Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2015
TexARTS presents the Broadway classic 'Guys and Dolls' for the second production of the 2015-16 professional series. Gathering the best central Texas talent and veteran Broadway leadership, TexARTS will bring the spark and glamour of 1940s New York City to the Kam and James Morris Theatre.
SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Heads to The Phoenix Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2015
Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis welcomes the Regional Premiere of Silence! The Musical opening tonight, August 13, 2015 on the Frank and Katrina Basile Stage. This production runs through September 13, 2015, with Bryan Fonseca serving as director.
Photo Flash: More Pics- Shakespeare & Co. Hosts Broadway in the Berkshires
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 8, 2015
From the chic cocktail reception, to the spectacular performance, the lavish dinner and the elegant VIP after-party, Broadway in the Berkshires, Shakespeare & Company's Benefit Celebration was a smash hit! Monday evening Artistic Directors Ariel Bock and Jonathan Croy welcomed a full house at The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington.
Photo Flash: Shakespeare & Company Hosts BROADWAY IN THE BERKSHIRES Benefit
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 7, 2015
From the chic cocktail reception, to the spectacular performance, the lavish dinner and the elegant VIP after-party, Broadway in the Berkshires, Shakespeare & Company's Benefit Celebration was a smash hit! Monday evening Artistic Directors Ariel Bock and Jonathan Croy welcomed a full house at The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington. Broadway actor and three-time Emmy Award- Winner Dick Cavett hosted the one-night-only Benefit Performance with verve and witty repartee, and even offered audiences a 60 second lesson in moonwalking. Proceeds from the event benefit the Company's wide-reaching and nationally recognized Training and Education programs.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at GUYS AND DOLLS at TexARTS
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2015
TexARTS presents the Broadway classic 'Guys and Dolls' for the second production of the 2015-16 professional series. Gathering the best central Texas talent and veteran Broadway leadership, TexARTS will bring the spark and glamour of 1940s New York City to the Kam and James Morris Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast onstage below!
SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Heading to The Phoenix Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2015
Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis announces the Regional Premiere of Silence! The Musical opening August 13, 2015 on the Frank and Katrina Basile Stage. This production runs through September 13, 2015, with Bryan Fonseca serving as director.
Cast and Creative Team Set for TexARTS' GUYS AND DOLLS; Plays This August
by BWW News Desk - Jul 23, 2015
TexARTS presents the Broadway classic 'Guys and Dolls' for the second production of the 2015-16 professional series. Gathering the best central Texas talent and veteran Broadway leadership, TexARTS will bring the spark and glamour of 1940s New York City to the Kam and James Morris Theatre.
Tilted Windmills Theatricals to Bring POPESICAL to FringeNYC Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2015
Broadway producing company Tilted Windmills Theatricals (Gent's Guide, Dr. Zhivago, Cagney, Silence! the Musical) to present Adam Overett's (My Life is a Musical) Popesical: A papal musical comedy directed by Drew Geraci (Forever Plaid, A Chorus Line, La Cage) at The New York International Fringe Festival, August 20-29 at Theatre 80 (Venue #9) in the East Village.
BWW Reviews: Take a Bite Out of SILENCE! at Studio Theatre's 2nd Stage
by Jamie McGonnigal - Jul 21, 2015
Studio Theatre's 2nd Stage has been transformed into a cabaret theatre, complete with proscenium running lights and a runway that would make any Mama Rose proud. With tongue planted firmly in cheek, the familiar story of Jonathan Demme's Oscar Winning 1991 film, "Silence of the Lambs," comes to life.
Dick Cavett to Host BROADWAY IN THE BERKSHIRES Benefit, 8/3
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 21, 2015
Shakespeare & Company is excited to announce special guest, legendary talk show host, Broadway actor and three-time Emmy Award Winner Dick Cavett who will be on hand to host the one-night-only Benefit Performance of Broadway in the Berkshires on Monday, August 3 at The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA. Proceeds from the event will benefit Shakespeare & Company's internationally acclaimed Education and Training Programs. For tickets and information, please call: (413) 637-1199 ext. 105, or visit: www.shakespeare.org http://www.shakespeare.org/. FB: Broadway in the Berkshires; Instagram / Twitter: @bwayberks #bwayberks
Tickets to FringeNYC's FringeFAVES on Sale Today
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 17, 2015
The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC), the largest multi-arts festival in North America, will present the 19th Annual Festival from August 14 - 30, 2015. This year the festival will present programming by 185 of the world's best emerging theatre troupes and dance companies in 16 venues in downtown Manhattan. With attendance topping 75,000 people, FringeNYC is New York City's fifth largest event (just behind New York International Auto Show, Tribeca Film Festival, New York City Marathon, and New York Comic Con). Tickets go on sale today -- Friday, July 17, 2015.
54 SINGS 1776 Set for 54 Below This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2015
54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, celebrates the July 4th weekend with '54 Sings 1776,' a celebration of the music from Broadway's Tony Award-winning Independence Day musical by Sherman Edwards. '54 Sings 1776' returns to 54 Below, for its second smash year, for four performances only: Sat. July 4 at 7PM and 9:30PM, and Sun. July 5 at 7PM and 9:30PM. To make a reservation, visit www.54below.com. Cover charge is $40-50. $25 food & beverage minimum.
Jeremy Jordan & More Set for 54 Below This Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 29, 2015
This week at 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.