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12 Essential Books About the History of Theatre
August 7, 2014
So if you love the theatre as I do, chances are you want to spend at least some of your free time delving into the history of the art. There are so many references and resources when it comes to Broadway and Off-Broadway productions that its hard to narrow them down. Trying a task as
Which Book of Mormon Songs are Parodies of Broadway Classics?
July 28, 2014
The Book of Mormon’s cast recording album was almost as big a hit as the musical itself when it was released in May 2011. It became iTunes fastest-selling Broadway cast album on its release and vaulted to number 3 on the Billboard charts after its Tony wins the following month. That distinction made it the
What Did Broadway’s Book of Mormon Get Wrong
July 21, 2014
By anyone’s estimation, The Trey Parker and Matt Stone creation, The Book of Mormon, has morphed into a theatrical sensation. It has received heavy acclaim for its comedic take on the Mormon missionary experience. Those outside of the Mormon faith could be left wondering just how accurate this comedy is compared to the daily lives
Exploring $30 Tickets of HIPTIX & MTC’s 30 Under 30
July 4, 2014
Nurturing the love of theatre in the next generation of theatre goers should be high on the priority list of theatres across the Great White Way. If you aren’t pumping new blood into seats, your audience will ultimately shrink and vanish with the times. The essential problem is younger theatre patrons don’t have the financial
Are Broadway Previews Worth Skipping Opening Night?
June 30, 2014
Its a bit redundant to describe a Broadway preview performance as one that rolls out before the show’s official opening. That should be common knowledge. But the better question is, does a preview performance deliver the same caliber of performance as those post-opening? Are there significant changes that get wedged in as the show makes
Profiling the Best College Theatre Programs
June 20, 2014
There are certainly no shortage of theatre programs both nationally and internationally, but there are a few that standout amongst the rest. Below is a list compiled of some of the greatest theatre programs and what each has to offer. California Institute of Arts Students of the CalArts program in Valencia, California benefit greatly from
Do Critic Reviews Make Or Break a Production on Broadway?
June 16, 2014
The role of the traditional theater critic has significantly evolved over the last decade. While there are some individuals who heavily rely on critical reviews prior to venturing out to sample a new Broadway production, many others have strayed from the traditional critic route to a more informal one. This brings up the obvious question
Shows that Changed the Fabric of Broadway
June 12, 2014
Broadway is littered with shows that either have been and currently are extraordinary. However, there are some shows that have truly altered the fabric of Broadway in major ways. We each have our own ideas about what shows should make the list, but here is a list of a handful of shows that virtually all people
Kristen Bell, Hunter Parrish, Amber Riley Star in ‘Hair’ at Hollywood Bowl
June 10, 2014
The previously announced upcoming production of Hair at this year’s Hollywood Bowl will star Kristin Bell a Sheila, Hunter Parrish as Claude, and Amber Rile as Dionne. They will be joining a cast that includes Jenna Ushkowitz as Jeanie and Beverly D’Angelo as Mom. The production is scheduled to run August 1-3. Kristin Bell is
Are Hollywood Stars Ruining Broadway?
June 4, 2014
Who doesn’t love a Hollywood star? An entire tabloid industry has been built around them. They spearhead films that gross billions at the box office each year. Usually, their lives seem a little brighter than our own (unless you happen to be looking at Lindsay Lohan). Lately, we’ve witnessed a growing trend of Hollywood actors and