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Opened: September 23, 1940

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'In the time of our life, live - so that in that wondrous time you shall not add to the misery and sorrow of the world, but shall smile to the infinite delight and mystery of it' The Time of Your Life, a rich tapestry of human life, peopled by a profusion of wistful dreamers, pining lonely hearts, and beer-hall-philosophers, is a twentieth century American masterpiece. The Time of Your Life was first presented at The Shubert Theatre, New Haven, USA, on 7 October 1939. It was the first play to win both the New York Drama Critics' Circle award and the Pulitzer Prize. . It has been revived three times on Broadway; was filmed in 1948, starring James Cagney; and twice filmed for TV.

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The City Theatre Austin Present THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940, April 28 - May 14
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2023


Mystery, murder, and mayhem is the entertainment choice of the spring theatre season! And this time it's complete with Nazi saboteurs, secret passageways, flickering lights, and well, the blizzard of the century.

The Millbrook Playhouse's 60th Season Opens Curtains on a New Era for the Diamond Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2023


The Millbrook Playhouse Board of Directors, and new Producing Artistic Director, Shannon Agnew, have announced the professional summer theater’s 60th Season.

Greystone Hall and Colonial Playhouse to Host Immersive Mystery Theatre Experience THE MANOR in Chester County
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2023


One of the region's most famous mansions will again host a famous Greystone Hall and the Colonial Playhouse of Delaware County present the 2023 production of The Manor, a two-act play by Kathrine Bates, directed by Sam Barrett. 

John-Andrew Morrison, Matt Saldivar, And More To Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2023


Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.

Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL Brings the Holiday Spirit at Civic Theatre
by The Marriage Matinee - Dec 6, 2022


A Christmas Story, the Musical reimagines the 1983 holiday movie masterpiece with boisterous songs and dance that brought new life and excellent vocals to the season. Loving fans, rest easy. Joseph Robinette’s adaption, directed by Emily Rogge Tzucker, brightens iconic scenes and characters and enhances the humor. The lamp, the flag pole, and the turkey-mad Bumpus Hounds are all there.

Music Theatre of Connecticut To Present HOLIDAY ON BROADWAY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2022


Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's professional award-winning theatre company continues their 36th MainStage Season with a cabaret series entitled, Holiday on Broadway.

Join The Family-Friendly Fun at Overture's 'Kids In The Rotunda' November Shows
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2022


Kids in the Rotunda, Madison's favorite family-friendly Saturday arts performance series, presents four fun-filled Saturdays of action-packed performances on Overture Center's Rotunda stage in November—plus special Black Friday performances.

Marriott Theatre Closes 2022 Season With A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2022


The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Dr. Lincolnshire, closes their 2022 season with A Christmas Story, The Musical, previewing Wednesday, November 2, opening November 9 at 7:30pm and closing January 1, 2023. 

New Book THE BOY BEHIND THE DOOR Captures Fear And Fortitude Of Dutch Boy Who Escaped The Nazis
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2022


Inspired by a real boy and real events, David Tabatsky's new book, The Boy Behind the Door: How Salomon Kool Escaped the Nazis, shares the story of a Dutch teenager who survived World War II by eluding the Nazis time and time again as German forces occupied the Netherlands.

Interview: April Mae Iorio of APRIL MAE AND THE JUNE BUGS
by Donna Marie Nowak - Oct 5, 2022


April Mae and the June Bugs bring their unique Ameripolian roots music to a spooktacular and bewitching 'Boogie BOO! Halloween Review' at Studio 67 in Medford, NJ on October 23, 2022 at 7pm!

Overture Kicks Off Free 2022/23 'Kids In The Rotunda' Series In October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2022


Kids in the Rotunda, Madison's favorite family-friendly Saturday arts performance series, kicks off its 2022/23 season on Overture Center's Rotunda stage next month, starting with a returning favorite, Black Star Drum Line, on Saturday, Oct. 1.

Lowell Memorial Auditorium Celebrates 100 Years As Center Of Merrimack Valley's Cultural Community
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2022


Built shortly after the end of World War I to honor Lowell's veterans of all wars, the Lowell Memorial Auditorium will celebrate its centennial this fall, continuing a century-long tradition as the hub of arts and entertainment in the Merrimack Valley. 

Tacoma Little Theatre Announces 104th Season Featuring ROCK OF AGES, A CHRISTMAS STORY & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2022


Tacoma Little Theatre has announced their 104th Season of theatre beginning this September. TLT is calling this season “SOMETHING TO CAPTIVATE EVERYONE”. It brings some audience favorites back to the stage, along with some shows brand new to TLT and the Northwest. The season will include the following seven productions.

Greek National Opera Announces 2022-23 Season Featuring World Premiere of New GNO Production of Verdi's FALSTAFF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2022


The Greek National Opera’s 2022-23 season curated by GNO Artistic Director Giorgos Koumendakis will feature ten new opera and ballet productions, one newly commissioned opera, five revivals of past productions, music concerts, major co-productions with some of the world’s foremost opera houses, collaborations with leading conductors and more.

Hale Centre Theatre's 2023 Season Includes TITANIC, World Premiere of New Frank Loesser Musical, and Much More!
by Tyler Hinton - May 31, 2022


Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy has announced its 2023 season of entertainment, including its highly anticipated production of TITANIC (postponed from 2020 due to the pandemic), the world premiere of a unique new Frank Loesser musical, HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN IN NEW YORK & more. View the complete schedule and how to get tickets here.

Theatre Under the Stars Presents SOMETHING ROTTEN! and WE WILL ROCK YOU as Part of 2022 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2022


Audiences will indulge in a hilarious love letter to Broadway and revel in a worldwide sensation of Queen's most beloved rock-and-roll hits when Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) presents Something Rotten! and We Will Rock You, running alternate evenings July 2–August 27, 2022, at Stanley Park's scenic Malkin Bowl. A beloved Vancouver tradition since 1940, TUTS' early bird tickets are on sale now through June 16.

World Premiere of CAMPAIGNS, INC. & More Announced for TimeLine Theatre Company 2022-23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2022


After celebrating its 25th Anniversary in residence at Theater Wit—a season that featured the world premiere, acclaimed hit Relentless, which went on to an extended run at Goodman Theatre—the company will return to its longtime home in Chicago’s Lakeview East neighborhood, located at 615 W. Wellington Avenue, for three productions.

FAT HAM Wins 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
by Team BWW - May 9, 2022


The Pulitzer Prize Board has just announced that Fat Ham has won the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Other finalists included: Selling Kabul, and Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord.

VIDEO: Who Will Win the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama? Live at 3pm!
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2022


The Pulitzer Prize Board today will present the 2022 award winners for Prizes in Journalism, Books, Drama and Music. Who will win this year? Tune in right here at 3pm to watch the announcement live!

BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Michael John LaChiusa
by Elliot Lanes - May 5, 2022


Today’s subject Michael John LaChuisa is currently living his theatre life as the composer for the upcoming production of Our Town at Shakespeare Theatre Company. The production runs May 12th through June 11th in STC’s Sidney Harman Hall and features (wait for it) a FULL cast of DC performers.

New Orleans Ballet Association Presents American Ballet Theatre For The First Time In Almost 50 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2022


New Orleans Ballet Association brings one of the world's greatest dance companies, American Ballet Theatre, to the Mahalia Jackson Theater for two performances of the beloved, comedic ballet, Don Quixote, accompanied by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra on Saturday, May 14, 2022, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, May 15, 2022, at 2 p.m.

Jay Leno Returns to The Ridgefield Playhouse with Two Shows on June 26
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2022


Legendary comedian and longtime Tonight Show host, Jay Leno returns The Ridgefield Playhouse!  This stand-up comedian, pioneering car builder and mechanic returns to his comedy roots with two special performances. 

BWW Review: Standard Time with Michael Feinstein at Carnegie Hall by Guest Reviewer Andrew Poretz
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 10, 2022


Michael Feinstein recently played Carnegie Hall and Andrew Poretz joined Broadway World Cabaret (on loan from Sandi Durell's Theater Pizzazz) to report on the elegant evening.

The Django Announces May Schedule Featuring 'Next Gen Series' of Emerging Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2022


THE DJANGO, downtown Manhattan’s premier jazz club, is celebrating the next generation of jazz with a special concert series this month. During the month of May, The Django welcomes rising stars as part of its new Next Gen Series.

Kyra Gordon's 'Soul Of A Show Girl' Album Release Concert Set For April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2022


Slated for release on April 22, 2022, Soul of a Show Girl is Gordon's first album featuring her original material, and it introduces a songwriter with an outsized gift for setting emotionally incisive lyrics to beguiling melodic hooks. Join us for the album release concert, and a fantastic night of songs ranging from humorous to heartfelt.

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