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Rising Appalachia Drops New Single via Paste, Announces New Tour Dates
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 20, 2019


Sisters Leah and Chloe Smith, known musically as Rising Appalachia, are proud to debut a live performance video of the second single 'Cuckoo' from their new full-length album Leylines, releasing May 3rd, 2019. Paste Magazine calls the track 'upbeat and sturdy...rustic Appalachian music revamped for 2019.' Listen here. The studio version of 'Cuckoo' will be released on Friday, but fans can pre-save the track on Spotify here. In February of this year, the band released 'Harmonize' as the first single, which was premiered by Rolling Stone.

The Detroit Repertory Theatre Presents the World Premiere of THE HOUSE ON POE STREET
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2018


The Detroit Repertory Theatre announces the world premiere production of The House on Poe Street by Fengar Gael, opening Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 8:30 pm. Opening Nights at the Detroit Repertory Theatre are always Champagne Celebrations. Patrons are invited to stay after the performance and enjoy a champagne afterglow with the playwright, composer, cast and crew.

BWW Review: “Special” AVENUE Q at Blank Canvas
by Roy Berko - Dec 11, 2018


It has been said that dying is easy, farce is hard to do! And, 'Avenue Q,' the delightful, satirical, coming of age parable by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, is farce at its highest level.

Bruce Millan Steps Down as Director of Detroit Repertory Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Nov 15, 2018


Detroit Repertory Theatre - a progressive, one-of-a-kind institution - is preparing for its first new director in its 61 years with a $500,000 fundraising campaign to support the transition and the theater's ongoing operations.

Detroit Repertory Theatre Announces 62nd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2018


The Detroit Repertory Theatre, Michigan's longest running, nonprofit, professional (union) theatre, is excited to announce its 62nd Season. The four plays on the 2018/19 season include two world premieres and two midwest premieres. All four will open hearts and challenge the minds of the diverse audience that represents Southeast Michigan. The four plays are Evidence of Things Unseen by Katie Forgette, The House on Poe Street by Fengar Gael, Aubrey by Joe Musso, and Williston by Adam Seidel.

Detroit Repertory Theatre Presents GHOST GARDENS
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2018


The World Premiere of Steven Simoncic's hilarious and poignant story about Detroit, Ghost Gardens, will have an Opening Night Champagne Celebration on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at the Detroit Repertory Theatre at 8:30 pm. Patrons will gather in the elegant lobby gallery of the Theatre after the show with the playwright, cast and crew. Tickets are $17 in advance and may be purchased by calling the Theatre at (313) 868-1347. Ghost Gardens opens May 31 and runs every Thursday through Sunday until July 01, 2018. More information may be found at detroitreptheatre.com

Photo Flash: Titan Presents Chilling World Premiere Of MEDEA
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2018


Titan Theatre Company's World Premiere adaptation of MEDEA opens tonight at the Queens Theatre, and BroadwayWorld has the first look at the show! Check out the photos below!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Titan Theatre Company's MEDEA
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2018


Titan Theatre Company is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming World Premiere Translation of the Greek Tragedy, MEDEA. MEDEA will play a two-week limited engagement at Titan's home at Queens Theatre, and BroadwayWorld has a behind-the-scenes look at rehearsal below!

Cast Announced For Titan Theatre Company's World Premiere Translation Of MEDEA
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2018


The award-winning Titan Theatre Company announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming World Premiere Translation of the Greek Tragedy, MEDEA. MEDEA will play a two-week limited engagement at Titan's home at Queens Theatre. Performances begin Friday, February 16th and continue through February 25th.

Photo Flash: Titan's RICHARD III Celebrates Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2017


Queens-based Titan Theatre Company kicked off the first production of its 2017/18 season with the opening of its highly anticipated RICHARD III. The production, which stars Titan Company Member Lloyd Mulvey in the title role will run through October 29th at the Queens Theatre, the borough's premier performing arts venue, located in beautiful Flushing Meadows Park. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening night festivities below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Titan's Thrilling RICHARD III, Opening Tonight!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


Titan Theatre Company opens its 2017-18 season tonight, Shakespeare's political drama RICHARD III. at the Queens Theatre, and BroadwayWorld has the FIRST LOOK at the production!

Titan Theatre Company's Ambitious RICHARD III Starts Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


The award-winning Titan Theatre Company announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Shakespeare's tragedy RICHARD III, directed by Edward Morgan. RICHARD III will play a three-week limited engagement at Titan's home at Queens Theatre.

Photo Flash: Titan Theatre Company Opens Season with RICHARD III
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2017


Titan Theatre Company opens its 2016-17 season next week, Shakespeare's political drama RICHARD III. Performances begin, October 13th, at the Queens Theatre, and BroadwayWorld has a behind-the-scenes look at rehearsal below!

Lloyd Mulvey, Michelle Duffy and Angela Iannone to Lead Titan's Ambitious RICHARD III
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2017


The award-winning Titan Theatre Company announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Shakespeare's tragedy RICHARD III, directed by Edward Morgan. RICHARD III will play a three-week limited engagement at Titan's home at Queens Theatre.

Detroit Repertory Theatre Announces 61st Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2017


???????Michigan's longest running, nonprofit, professional theatre announces its 61st season. The Detroit Repertory Theatre continues its mission to produce indigenous, diversity centered theatre and to democratize the arts from its legendary inner city stage in the heart of Detroit. 

Detroit Repertory Theatre presents CAPITAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2017


The World Premiere of James Armstrong's farce Capital will have a Champagne Opening Celebration on Thursday, March 23 at the Detroit Repertory Theatre at 8:30 PM. Opening Nights at the Rep are always full of camaraderie and celebration. This one will be no different. Guests are invited to join in a Champagne toast in the elegant lobby gallery of the Theatre after the show with the cast, crew and playwright who will be flying in for the Opening Night of his play. Tickets are still the lowest prices for professional theatre in the region at $17 advance or $20 day of performance, and may be purchased online at detroitreptheatre.com  or by calling (313) 868-1347. Capital will run Thursdays through Sundays until May 14, 2017. More information may be found at detroitreptheatre.com.

NBC Sports Group Presents FINA World Swimming Champonships Coverage This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2016


NBC Sports Group presents live coverage of the FINA World Swimming Championships in Windsor, Canada, this week, highlighted by live coverage on NBCSN beginning tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 8, at 6:30 p.m. ET. NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app will live stream coverage of the event tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET, followed by an encore presentation at 9 p.m. ET on Universal HD.

Detroit Rep Presents Michigan Premiere of THE REALIZATION OF EMILY LINDER by Richard Strand
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2016


The Michigan Premiere of native Michigander Richard Strand's comedy about mothers and daughters, The Realization of Emily Linder, will have its Champagne Celebration on the Opening Night of the 60th 'Diamond' Anniversary season of the Detroit Repertory Theatre on Thursday, November 03, 2016 at 8:30 PM. Guests are invited to join the cast and crew in a champagne toast in the elegant Gilda Snowden Lobby Gallery of the Rep after the show.

Actors Workshop Program to Return to Detroit Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2016


The Detroit Repertory Theatre has announced the return of the Actors Workshop Program. The return of the Workshop after a five-year hiatus is due to a generous sponsorship from The 'Ways and Means' Community Foundation.

BWW Review: SELFIES AT THE CLOWN MOTEL Confounds at convergence continuum
by Roy Berko - Aug 29, 2016


SELFIES AT THE CLOWN MOTEL, Christopher Johnston's new play, in world premiere at convergence-continuum

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