'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.
Beck Center for the Arts has announced its 2024-2025 Professional Theater Season, the 91st season which includes Tony Award Winners, comedies, dramas, musicals, and another collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University Musical Theatre program. Learn more about the lineup here!
Opera Philadelphia welcomes Anthony Roth Costanzo as the new General Director and President, marking a new era for the renowned opera company.
After triumphant seasons in 2023, and due to phenomenal demand, the 50th Anniversary world tour has continued its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024. This new Australian production will welcome Gretel Killeen to play its final Narrator from May 4 – 12.
While a student at Thayer Academy in Braintree, actor, singer, and director John Ambrosino saw his earliest Broadway shows – from “Sunset Boulevard” to “Victor/Victoria” and, in his senior year, “Titanic” with Brian D’Arcy James, brother of the school’s then Head of Drama, Anne James.
The BOMBSHELL: THE RAQUEL WELCH COLLECTION auction at Julien's Auctions exceeded expectations, netting over $1 million, 3.5 times the estimates, and achieving a 100% sold rate.
Ragtime, based on the 1975 novel by E. L. Doctorow, premiered in Toronto in 1996 before opening on Broadway in 1998. The musical, by Terrance McNally, Stephen Flaherty, and Lynn Ahrens, tells the story of the United States in the early 20th century, focusing on the experiences and tensions that existed (and still exist) between different groups of people. It is a beautiful, thoughtful, and thought-provoking show, and audiences can experience it on stage at Dutch Apple through May 12th. Tricia Corcoran, who portrays Emma Goldman, spoke with BroadwayWorld about this production of Ragtime.
The Pinball Wizard has returned to conquer Broadway! The revival of the iconic rock n'roll spectacle The Who's Tommy has opened at the Nederlander Theatre in a new production from original Tony Award-winning creators Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff. Read the reviews!
54 Below is known for its seemingly endless variety of themes as happy reasons to group songs from musical theatre. Here's another, looking at some shows that came to the Marquis, starting in 1986. There were over 30 musicals that played the Marquis Theatre, and nine were revisited with songs and stories at 54 Below.
This time, the reader question was: How often is a musical revived on Broadway directed by its original director?
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
What did our critic think of CHICAGO at The McCallum Theatre? There’s never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards®, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, thousands of standing ovations, and now the #1 longest-running American Musical in Broadway history.
Ben Masterton and Frank Farrell Productions will present Walt Kelly's Songs of the Pogo written by Walt Kelly and Norman Monath and directed by Frank Farrell.
Discover the exciting new plays in the 2024-2025 season at City Theatre, including the 50th anniversary celebration.
The 50th Anniversary world tour of The Rocky Horror Show continues in 2024. This new Australian production will return to Theatre Royal Sydney from March 31.
London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35
What did our critic think of A CHORUS LINE at The Argyle Theatre?
City Theatre has announced the fourth show of its 2023/2024 season, Fat Ham by James Ijames, a co-production with TheatreSquared in Fayetteville, AR.
“IMAGINE...” a table is set, where a meeting is to soon take place between Britain’s First Female Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, and an Ex-Beatle, John Lennon. This is what is laid forth in Ben Randall’s Whiskey & Soda currently onstage at the Off-Central Players.
Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks for February 2024, including The Wiz, Mystic Pizza and more.
This time, the reader question was: Is How To Dance in Ohio the only musical based on a documentary?
THE WIZ, now playing at Broadway San Diego at the Civic Theatre through Sunday, January 14th has soaring vocals, striking choreography, and a vibrant cast in this pre-Broadway stop.
I sat down and interviewed this Wellington Community theatre icon this week-here is the result
The performance, of course, received a standing ovation.
The 50th Anniversary world tour continues its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024. This new Australian production will return to Theatre Royal Sydney from March 31 starring Jason Donovan and joining him and the cast as the Narrator will be Dylan Alcott!
Willem Lange returns to Lost Nation Theater with his rendition of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Don't miss this ghostly holiday performance!
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