Clare Barron's DANCE NATION Wins 2017 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by BWW News Desk - Mar 7, 2017
The 2017 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has been awarded to U.S. playwright Clare Barron for her play Dance Nation. On March 6, New York's Playwrights Horizons hosted a ceremony honoring the winner and finalists of the prize and celebrating the 39th anniversary of the international prize, which is based in Houston.
Wooden O Free Shakespeare Planned for Summer 2017
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2017
With spring just around the corner, it means the summer isn't too far behind. And with summer comes free Shakespeare in the parks. Seattle Shakespeare Company's free Wooden O productions for summer 2017 will be Much Ado About Nothing and Pericles. Both shows will start performances on July 6 and will perform in park venues throughout the region through August 6. The full schedule of venues, dates, and performance times is located on Seattle Shakespeare Company's website.
The Wilbury Theatre Group Announces 2017-18 Main Series Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2017
The 2017/18 Main Series Season includes Harold Pinter's groundbreaking The Caretaker, Branden Jacob-Jenkins' Neighbors, Young Jean Lee's Church, Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece The Skin of Our Teeth, Annie Baker's The Flick, and Sean Graney and Kevin O'Donnell's subversive new adaptation of Gilbert and Sullivan's The Pirates of Penzance, or The Slave of Duty.
Such Fun! Book Now To See Miranda Hart In ANNIE
by Marianka Swain - Feb 28, 2017
Multi-award-winning comedy writer, actor and author Miranda Hart will make her West End Theatre debut as Miss Hannigan in Annie opening in the West End in May 2017. Previews at the Piccadilly Theatre will begin on 23 May 2017 with opening night on 5 June 2017. The production, directed by Nikolai Foster, will be produced by Michael Harrison and David Ian. Further casting will be announced shortly. Book tickets now from £26
Photo Flash: THE CRUCIBLE at Oakland's Hot Couture 2017
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2017
For Hot Couture 2017, The Crucible Founder Michael Sturtz's designed a directed a nine-minute theatrical vignette with hand balancers and contortionists acting out the story of 'The Origin of Love' from 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch,' which involves beings with four legs and four arms, attached back to back-to-back, roaming the Earth.
Photo Flash: ANNIE Comes to Arsht Center Next Week
by BWW News Desk - Feb 24, 2017
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is proud to announce that the national tour of ANNIE, now in its third smash year, will return to Miami for a limited run this March 3 - 5, 2017 inside the Center's Ziff Ballet Opera House.
ANNIE to Warm Hearts at The Ziegfeld Theater This Month
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 17, 2017
The Ziegfeld Theater presents optimistic, family entertainment with Annie. Based on the popular stories of "Little Orphan Annie," this popular musical is the winner of 7 Tony Awards and is sure to warm your heart.
Tickets on Sale Sunday for Goodspeed's 2017 Season, Featuring RAGS, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE and More
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2017
Don't miss your chance to get the best seats at the greatest values for each of the six superb musicals during Goodspeed's upcoming 2017 season. Unprecedented demand is expected when tickets go on sale for the new season, so audience members are encouraged to call right away. The Box Office will open at 10 a.m. this Sunday, offering great deals on these six highly anticipated musicals.
Miranda Hart To Make West End Stage Debut As Miss Hannigan In ANNIE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2017
Multi award-winning comedy writer, actor and author Miranda Hart, will make her West End Theatre debut as Miss Hannigan in Annie opening in the West End in May 2017. Previews at the Piccadilly Theatre will begin on 23 May 2017 with opening night on 5 June 2017.
59E59 Theaters Announces the 2017 BRITS OFF BROADWAY Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2017
59E59 Theaters (Elysabeth Kleinhans, Artistic Director; Peter Tear, Executive Producer; Brian Beirne, Managing Director) is thrilled to announce the 2017 line-up for Brits Off Broadway, the critically acclaimed annual festival of New British Theater. Now in its 13th Season, Brits Off Broadway kicks off on Tuesday, April 4 and runs through Sunday, July 2. Single ticket prices range from $25 - $70 ($20 - $49 for 59E59 Members).
Denise Lee to Kick off The Elevator Project 2017 at AT&T Performing Arts Center
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 11, 2017
The nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center and the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs announced today that single tickets for Denise Lee: From Annie Mae To Tina will go on sale Monday, February 6 at 10 a.m. Award-winning actress, singer and down-to-earth diva, Denise Lee, will be the first presentation of the Elevator Project 2017 season performing at 7:30 p.m. Today, February 11, 2017 at Hamon Hall in the downtown Dallas Arts District.
Review Roundup: BIG RIVER Opens the 2017 Season at Encores!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2017
First up in Encores! 2017 season is Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the Tony Award-winning musical based on Mark Twain's classic American novel. Big River will star Nicholas Barasch, Patrice Covington, Andrew Cristi, Wayne Duvall, Mike Evariste, Charlie Franklin, Annie Golden, Katherine A. Guy, Megan Masako Haley, Adrianna Hicks, Zachary Infante, Gizel Jimenez, Andrew Kruep, John-Michael Lyles, Cass Morgan, Tom Nelis, David Pittu, Tom Alan Robbins, Horace V. Rogers, Kyle Scatliffe, Christopher Sieber, and Lauren Worsham.
Hillbarn Theatre Announces Lineup for 2017-18 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2017
Following a record-breaking 2016-17 season,Hillbarn Theatre, the Peninsula's premier theatre company, announced last night the eight ambitious productions that will comprise the lineup for its 2017-2018 season. Highlights include the Peninsula premiere of the unforgettable musical, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME; Larry Shue's award-winning comedy, THE FOREIGNER; the hit thriller, THE WOMAN IN BLACK; everyone's favorite musical,ANNIE; the Tony Award-winning play, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; the award-winning drama, THE ELEPHANT MAN; the national premiere of WHEN THAT I WAS…; and the raucous musical, THE FULL MONTY. All performances will be held at Hillbarn Theatre, (1285 East Hillsdale Blvd. Foster City). Subscriptions ($210 - $336) are on sale now at hillbarntheatre.org or by calling 650.349.6411.
Denise Lee to Kick off The Elevator Project 2017 at AT&T Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2017
The nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center and the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs announced today that single tickets for Denise Lee: From Annie Mae To Tina will go on sale Monday, February 6 at 10 a.m. Award-winning actress, singer and down-to-earth diva, Denise Lee, will be the first presentation of the Elevator Project 2017 season performing at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Hamon Hall in the downtown Dallas Arts District.