BWW Review: A PERFECT LIFE is a touching new musical with potential.
by Lacey Cannon Gonzales
- Sep 8, 2017
A PERFECT LIFE is presented by Austin Theatre Project as part of its 2017 season. This world premiere is based on the musical, One Man Band by Tony and Emmy Award winner Larry Hochman, Marc Elliot, and James Lecesne. The original One Man Band enjoyed a well-received New York run in 1985. Original composers Larry Hochman and Marc Elliot, who is also the show's lyricist, have teamed up with playwright Laurie Hochman, to tell this bittersweet, but ultimately hopeful story of life, love, and loss.
Shortlist Announced for the Inaugural TicketSource Rural Touring Awards
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 2, 2017
The National Rural Touring Forum (NRTF) has announced the shortlist for the first ever awards celebrating rural touring in the UK. Over 700 individuals nominated productions, venues, promoters, schemes, and staff for the award (please find the shortlist below).
ALT Wraps Up its 87th Season with the Magical Musical, MARY POPPINS
by A.A. Cristi
- Apr 17, 2017
The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense - and also teaching the importance of a tidy nursery and of taking the medicine they need (with a spoonful of sugar, of course.), she must teach the family how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren't the only ones she has a profound effect upon. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises, 'Anything can happen if you let it.' Come experience this timeless fun-filled classic that is perfect for every member of the family.
SOUTH PACIFIC Comes to Alt Stage, Today
by BWW
News Desk
- Mar 10, 2017
Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel 'Tales of the South Pacific' by James Michener, this epic musical romance centers on a group of American sailors and Navy nurses stationed in the South Pacific during World War II. Arkansas native Nellie Forbush befriends and quickly falls for Emile de Becque, a French expatriate and plantation owner, and Lt. Joe Cable finds himself in a passionate affair with Liat, the young daughter of Bloody Mary, the local grass-skirt peddler. As the war against Japan escalates, reality sets in for both Forbush and Cable, who struggle to reconcile their unconventional love affairs with their long-held prejudices and insecurities.
SOUTH PACIFIC Comes to Alt Stage, 3/10
by A.A. Cristi
- Jan 23, 2017
Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel 'Tales of the South Pacific' by James Michener, this epic musical romance centers on a group of American sailors and Navy nurses stationed in the South Pacific during World War II. Arkansas native Nellie Forbush befriends and quickly falls for Emile de Becque, a French expatriate and plantation owner, and Lt. Joe Cable finds himself in a passionate affair with Liat, the young daughter of Bloody Mary, the local grass-skirt peddler. As the war against Japan escalates, reality sets in for both Forbush and Cable, who struggle to reconcile their unconventional love affairs with their long-held prejudices and insecurities.
NY Gilbert & Sullivan's New MIKADO Opens with Family Friendly Events and Gala New Year's Eve!
by A.A. Cristi
- Nov 29, 2016
The New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players, America's preeminent professional Gilbert & Sullivan repertory company, continues its 42nd season with the time-honored classic The Mikado! The brand new production will play December 28-31, 2016 and January 5-8, 2017 at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (East 68th Street between Park & Lexington Avenues).
Casting Announced for NY Gilbert & Sullivan's NEW 'Mikado' at Kaye Playhouse
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 18, 2016
The New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players, America's preeminent professional Gilbert & Sullivan repertory company, continues its 42nd season with the time-honored classic The Mikado (December 28-31, 2016 and January 5-8, 2017) at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (East 68th Street between Park & Lexington Avenues).
WHY ARE YOU NOWHERE? Staged Reading Set for MITF
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 4, 2016
When an ambivalent mother visits her parents' cabin in the Maine woods, bringing along her mute daughter and her new teenage ward, an already tense reunion is interrupted by the arrival of two eerie strangers. As a storm rages outside, the group's anxieties flare, tensions erupt, and chaos encroaches, until the most vulnerable among them must choose between their responsibilities and the temptations of the unknown.
WHY ARE YOU NOWHERE? Staged Reading Set for MITF
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 23, 2016
When an ambivalent mother visits her parents' cabin in the Maine woods, bringing along her mute daughter and her new teenage ward, an already tense reunion is interrupted by the arrival of two eerie strangers. As a storm rages outside, the group's anxieties flare, tensions erupt, and chaos encroaches, until the most vulnerable among them must choose between their responsibilities and the temptations of the unknown.
Photo Flash: First Look at Workshop of Disco Era Drama WILD CHILD
by Louisa Brady
- Apr 16, 2016
Meet the cast and the writer, director, producer of 'Wild Child'! 'Wild Child' is the third play in the trilogy 'Woman You Thought You Knew' and goes up at the Kraine Theatre Sunday, April 24, 2016 at 3pm for a workshop performance before going up with the entire trilogy's full production later this year.
Great Grand Nephew of Sir Arthur Sullivan Set for New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players 2016 Gala
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 26, 2016
America's Preeminent Gilbert & Sullivan Repertory Ensemble, The New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players' 2016 Gala, is slated for Sunday, March 13 (4PM) at Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Symphony Space (2537 Broadway at 95th Street) featuring a performance of their award winning cabaret I've Got a Little Twist! VIP Experience includes a special pre-show lecture by Scott Hayes - great grand nephew of Sir Arthur Sullivan, plus hors d'oeuvres, drinks, a live auction and more.
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