Transport Group's THE PATSY Will Open in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2022
Transport Group has announced that the revival of its acclaimed 2011 production of The Patsy, written by Barry Conners, performed by David Greenspan, and directed by Jack Cummings III, will begin performances Wednesday, March 30 at Abrons Arts Center, 466 Grand Street.
Edward Gardner Named As New Music Director Of Norwegian Opera & Ballet
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2022
Edward Gardner, recently hailed by The Times (London) for the 'sheer vivacity' of his music-making, has been appointed Music Director of the Norwegian Opera & Ballet. He will assume the position of Artistic Advisor from 1 February 2022 before beginning his tenure as Music Director on 1 August 2024.
BWW Review: THE SECRET GARDEN at Theatre Harrisburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Feb 12, 2022
Directed by Winnona Piazza and Music Director Mitchell Sensenig, this production of The Secret Garden is, in a word, gorgeous. It is an authentic, emotional, skillful production that brings this classic tale of love, loss, renewal, and hope to life. Do not miss this beautiful show by Theatre Harrisburg at the Whitaker Center.
Opera Forward Festival 2022 Set For March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2022
The Opera Forward Festival surprises with everything opera can be. With work by established names and a new generation of makers, musical performances, video art and talks, OFF explores the art form that is opera. From the theme that is central to this sixth edition, 'New Beginnings', OFF invites the audience to discover that opera is also something for them.
VIDEO: Michael Fabiano in Royal Opera's FAUSE
by Alan Henry - Jan 20, 2022
Watch Michael Fabiano as Faust perform the Act I aria, Vains échos de la joie humaine from The Royal Opera's Faust. David McVicar's spectacular production of Gounod's masterpiece is available to stream until 13 February 2022.
Student Blog: 6 Movie Musicals To Watch To Ring In the New Year
by Student Blogger: Aingea Venuto - Dec 29, 2021
In the year 2022, I hope we all resolve to see more musicals. We may be deprived of some of our favorite stage musicals on Broadway, so I have put together a handy list of 6 different movie musicals that you can pop on at home - to keep everyone safe, and to entertain if you are having guests for holiday festivities!
Royal Opera House Announces 5 New Streams To Kickstart Your New Year
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2021
Today, the Royal Opera House has announced that, in addition to both The Dante Project and Giselle, a further five productions will be released on select dates from New Year's Eve, offering audiences across the globe a rich range of ballet and opera this New Year.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, OY! HANUKKAH, MERRY KWANZAA Extends Virtually Through January 9
by Gigi Gervais - Dec 12, 2021
For the delight of audiences aged 5 to 105, Theater for the New City, 155 First Ave., will present Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre (CAMT) in 'A Christmas Carol, Oy! Hanukkah, Merry Kwanzaa' from December 22 to January 2. The show is an adaptation of Dickens' classic with Old World accents and New World inclusiveness.