Say the term "metatheatre," and most people will think of Bertolt Brecht. Brecht's shows, such as The Threepenny Opera, were groundbreaking for their use of metatheatre to provide social commentary. By having the characters in the play be aware ...
When writing your best friend's eulogy, it's only natural that you'd look to the past. That's exactly what successful author Thomas Weaver does in the recent Broadway musical, THE STORY OF MY LIFE. But in his quest to find the perfect story to ...
Join Back Stage in an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the GUYS AND DOLLS concert at the Hollywood Bowl! Ellen Greene and Scott Bakula, who played Adelaide and Nathan Detroit respectively, and director Richard Jay-Alexander share what it's like ...
The Tony Award winning musical, THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, is now available for licensing! The William Finn/Rachel Sheinkin comedy opened on Broadway in the spring of 2005, where it delighted audiences, received critical acclaim, ...
It certainly doesn't suck to be the cast, crew, and creative team of the Brazilian production of AVENUE Q! The show has recently been nominated for five Shell Awards (there are only eight categories). The most prestigious theatre awards in ...
There's a groooovy new musical available for licensing that makes you want to shout!
Co-Conceived by Director Phillip George (Forbidden Broadway, Forbidden Hollywood) and Choreographer David Lowenstein (Whoop-Dee-Doo!, Revival of The Best Little ...
Let THE STORY OF MY LIFE become the talk of your town!
Music Theatre International is pleased to announce THE STORY OF MY LIFE (nominated for 4 Drama Desk Awards, including Best Musical) is now available for licensing. With music and lyrics by Neil ...
The St. Louis Muny's production of THE MUSIC MAN starts its run July 20. The largest outdoor theatre in the country showcases the talents of James Clow as Harold Hill and Kate Baldwin as Marian Paroo. Performances end July 26, though, so get your ...
Anita Gates' article in The New York Times gives great insight on this lesser known Jonathan Larson work currently playing as the Westport Country Playhouse.
For more information on the Westport Country Playhouse production (as well as a resourceful ...
TheaterMania.com has given the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's production of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM a rave review! If you are in the area, check it out!
To discuss the review, the show, or this production, check out our ...
