Connecticut Theatre + Broadway News

Debra Jo Rupp to Star in BECOMING DR. RUTH at TheaterWorks, 5/31-7/7

(5/10/2013) - Debra Jo Rupp stars in Becoming Dr. Ruth at TheaterWorks in Downtown Hartford. The comedy will run May 31 through July 7, 2013.

BWW Reviews: It's a Recording Session from Hell When the Star Gets LOOPED

(5/10/2013) - A single line of dialogue is the catalyst for Matthew Lombardo's multi-layered and laugh-filled play LOOPED making a tour stop this week at The Bushnell in Hartford.

MTC School of Performing Arts Opens DOCTOR DOLITTLE Tonight

(5/10/2013) - Music Theatre of Connecticut School of Performing Arts presents 'Doctor Dolittle.' MTC's own original adaptation captures the magic of the original tale while adding a few contemporary twists to keep the story fresh for today's audiences. The show will run Today, May 10 at 7:30pm and Saturday, May 11 at 2pm. at Long Lots School, 13 Hyde Lane in Westport, CT.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Danny Rutigliano, D.C. Anderson and More in Goodspeed's THE FABULOUS LIPITONES

(5/9/2013) - Goodspeed Musicals, the first two-time Tony Award winning theatre in the country, is happy to present The Fabulous Lipitones, a new musical about a not-so-traditional barbershop quartet. This engaging musical comedy will run from tonight, May 9 to June 2 at The Norma Terris Theatre in Chester, Conn., Goodspeed's home for developing new works. Check out the photos below!

Danny Rutigliano and More Star in Goodspeed's THE FABULOUS LIPITONES, Beg. Tonight

(5/9/2013) - Goodspeed Musicals, the first two-time Tony Award winning theatre in the country, is happy to present The Fabulous Lipitones, a new musical about a not-so-traditional barbershop quartet. This engaging musical comedy will run from tonight, May 9 to June 2 at The Norma Terris Theatre in Chester, Conn., Goodspeed's home for developing new works.

Ivoryton Playhouse to Stage I'M CONNECTICUT, 6/5-23

(5/8/2013) - A brand new play from one of the writers of The Simpsons, I'm Connecticut - opening at the Ivoryton Playhouse on June 5th - is a wacky, fast-paced, sweet, romantic comedy about Marc, a Connecticut native who struggles with relationships and feelings of inadequacy - why? Because he comes from Connecticut - land of steady habits, sanity and politeness. A must-see comedy for anybody from the Nutmeg State!

The Warner Theatre Welcomes ANYTHING GOES This Weekend

(5/8/2013) - The Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes this weekend at the Warner.

MTC School of Performing Arts Presents LUCKY STIFF, 5/17 & 18

(5/8/2013) - Music Theatre of Connecticut School of the Performing Arts presents 'Lucky Stiff' on Friday and Saturday, May 17 and 18. Performances areon Friday at 7:30pm and Saturday at 2pm at Theatre Artists Workshop, 5 Gregory Blvd. in Norwalk, CT.

Jimmy Davis, Lucy Owen and More Set for Long Wharf Theatre's CLYBOURNE PARK, Beg. Tonight

(5/8/2013) - Long Wharf Theatre concludes its 2012-13 season with Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning play Clybourne Park, by Bruce Norris, and directed by Associate Artistic Director Eric Ting. The play will take place on The Claire Tow Stage in the C. Newton Schenck III Mainstage from tonight, May 8, 2013 through June 2, 2013.

Westport Country Playhouse Adds 5/19 Performance of THE DINING ROOM

(5/7/2013) - Westport Country Playhouse announces that due to ticket demand for its current production of A. R. Gurney's 'The Dining Room,' an extra performance has been added on Sunday, May 19, at 3 p.m. The witty and heartfelt story of the American family and its vanishing traditions is directed by Mark Lamos, Playhouse artistic director.

HOGWARTS AFTER HARRY, FOLKTALES and Other Classes Set for Long Wharf Theatre, Summer 2013

(5/7/2013) - Wizards, Vikings, dragons and superheroes will be taking over Long Wharf Theatre this summer. Long Wharf Theatre's education department, now celebrating its 30th year, is offering classes for students ages 7 to 13. These inventive classes, using pop culture to interest children in all aspects of performance. They also give students another option aside from traditional summer camp for enrichment and a good time.

Hartford Stage Announces Full Cast, Creative Team for TWELFTH NIGHT

(5/7/2013) - Hartford Stage, under the leadership of Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts, today announced the full creative team, cast and events for Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, directed by Tresnjak, on stage from May 18 through June 16.

Comix At Foxwoods Presents 'You Know What Dude' Weekend with Robert Kelly Beginning June 27

(5/7/2013) - Boston native Robert Kelly will return to his hometown roots, with a weekend of performances at Comix At Foxwoods scheduled for June 27 through June 29. His first three performances will take place nightly at 8 p.m., following the theme of his popular "You Know What Dude" podcast, while fans are welcomed to witness a "Nasty Show with Robert Kelly" during his final uproarious performance on June 29 at 10:30 p.m.

BWW Reviews: THE DINING ROOM at Westport Country Playhouse

(5/7/2013) - What's on the menu? Nostalgia and Change

Susanna Salk Discusses the Latest Book at Westport's 'Books Worth Talking About' Today

(5/7/2013) - Susanna Salk, author of A Privileged Life: Celebrating WASP Style, will speak at 'Books Worth Talking About,' tonight, May 7, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Lucille Lortel White Barn Center at Westport Country Playhouse. David Smith, of Cablevision, will moderate. The literary salon will be followed by an 8 p.m. performance of the A. R. Gurney's The Dining Room, a witty and heartfelt observation of life among White Anglo-Saxon Protestants, directed by Mark Lamos, Westport Country Playhouse artistic director.

Newington Mainstage to Present THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES: CAPS & GOWNS, 5/18-19

(5/6/2013) - Having maintained the set, costumes and cast - Newington Mainstage is very excited to be re-mounting the production - for TWO performances only - on Saturday, May 18 at 8pm and Sunday, May 19 at 2pm.

Long Wharf Theatre and the New Haven Free Public Library to Partner for Free Events

(5/6/2013) - Long Wharf Theatre and the New Haven Free Public Library announce a series of community conversations taking place in May about the complex issues of race and real estate in the city of New Haven.

Music Theatre of Connecticut School of the Performing Arts Presents DOCTOR DOLITTLE, 5/10 & 11

(5/6/2013) - Music Theatre of Connecticut School of the Performing Arts presents 'Doctor Dolittle.' The production will take place on Friday, May 10 at 7:30pm and Saturday, May 11 at 2pm at Long Lots School, Hyde Lane in Westport, CT. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and reservations are suggested. For tickets, call Music Theatre of Connecticut at 203.454.3883 or visit www.musictheatreofct.com.

Square One Theatre to Present A.R. Gurney's BLACK TIE, 5/17-6/1

(5/5/2013) - The final production of Square One Theatre's 23rd Season is the gentle comedy, Black Tie, by the prolific contemporary American playwright A.R. ('Pete') Gurney. Black Tie opens Friday, May 17 and continues on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through Saturday, June 1 (2013) at Square One's home base, the Stratford Theatre, located at 2422 Main Streetin Stratford, Connecticut.

Now Playing Onstage in Connecticut - Week of 5/05/2013

(5/5/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Connecticut

BWW Reviews: Goodspeed Scores Good Fun with GOOD NEWS to Field 50th

(5/5/2013) - It's a simple tale, mostly predictable, but somehow perfect for the Goodspeed stage. It's light, fun and lends itself to big dance numbers and colorful costumes (Tracy Christensen, design), though nothing just smacks of the '20s, interestingly.

BWW Reviews: Broad Brook Opera House's NEXT TO NORMAL Challenges and Rewards

(5/5/2013) - A harrowing journey into complex issues of mental illness is worthy theatre.

Warner Theatre Presents Cole Porter's ANYTHING GOES, Now thru 5/12

(5/4/2013) - Today, May 4 through May 12, the Warner Stage Company will present Cole Porter's six time Tony Award-Winning Musical Anything Goes.

Photo Flash: First Look at SEASCAPE at TheatreWorks New Milford

(5/3/2013) - Tonight, May 3, TheatreWorks New Milford will debut legendary playwright Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy-drama, SEASCAPE. The curtain goes up at 8:00 p.m. for a four week-run. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Gregor Paslawsky to Offer Master Classes at Hartford Stage, 6/9-10 & 6/16-17

(5/3/2013) - The education department at Hartford Stage launches a new MainStage MasterClass series for adults beginning in June, featuring two special topic workshops, Clown for Actors and Melodrama, taught by distinguished guest artist, Gregor Paslawsky, appearing on Hartford Stage's MainStage this spring in Twelfth Night.

Erin Lindsey Krom, Brendan Norton and More Set for Playhouse on Park's CABARET

(5/3/2013) - Casting has been announced for Playhouse on Park's upcoming production of 'Cabaret'.

BWW Reviews: Suffield Players' AS YOU LIKE IT is As We Like It

(5/3/2013) - After some big budget busts, the Bard bounces back.

Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert Take Stage in GOOD VS. EVIL at the Bushnell Tonight

(5/3/2013) - Good vs. Evil: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert, live at The Bushnell tonight, May 3, 2013. Join Anthony Bourdain, chef, author of Medium Raw and world recognized television host and personality and Eric Ripert, renowned chef of Le Bernardin, author, host of 'Avec Eric' on PBS and regular guest on Bravo's Top Chef as they share stories and muse on the place of food in our personal, community and global life. It's an evening of storytelling and observation providing frank and provocative insight into what really goes on behind the kitchen doors.

Photo Flash: First Look at Westport Country Playhouse's THE DINING ROOM

(5/2/2013) - Westport Country Playhouse's five-play 2013 season will open with A.R. Gurney's 'The Dining Room,' a witty and heartfelt story of the American family and its vanishing traditions, directed by Mark Lamos, now through May 18. This year the historic Connecticut theater celebrates its 83rd season. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Voting Opens for the 2013 BroadwayWorld Awards! Vote Now for the Best of the 2012-13 Theatre Season...

(5/2/2013) - The Tony Awards Nominators had their say earlier this week and now it's your turn! We're pleased to announce that voting has now opened for the 11th Annual BroadwayWorld.com Awards!

NEXT TO NORMAL Opens this Weekend at Broad Brook Opera House

(5/2/2013) - The Opera House Players will present the creative, thought-provoking musical NEXT TO NORMAL from May 3 - 19, 2013, at the Broad Brook Opera House, 107 Main Street, Broad Brook, CT. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm. Following the Sunday, May 5th performance, the audience is invited to stay for a panel discussion on 'Bipolar Disorder: On Stage and In Real Life.' Tickets can be purchased online at www.operahouseplayers.org or by calling the box office at 860-292-6068. The show will be directed by area performer and director Sharon FitzHenry, with musical direction by Bill Martin.

Summer Youth Theater Program Announced in Broad Brook

(5/2/2013) - The Opera House Players, Inc. has announced its Summer Youth Theater program at the Broad Brook Opera House, 107 Main Street, Broad Brook, CT. This program welcomes children ages 7-18 with no previous theater experience necessary. Participants will be introduced to theater, acting, scene study, creative movement, vocal exercises, set design, costume, and program design, dance, improvisation and more.

Hartford Gay Men's Chorus to Start Spring with LIFE IS GAY, AND SO ARE THEY!, 5/17-18

(5/1/2013) - The Hartford Gay Men's Chorus will sing-in the spring with 'Life Is Gay, and So Are They!' - a tribute to gay poets, composers, icons, idols and anthems, including such songs as 'Being Alive' by Stephen Sondheim, 'Stomp Your Foot' by Aaron Copland, 'Born This Way' by Lady Gaga, and 'A Stopwatch and Ordinance Map' by Samuel Barber.

Playhouse on Park and West Hartford Community Television Present: A Toast to Rob Rowlson, 6/27

(4/30/2013) - On Thursday, June 27th, a toast will be held to honor Mr. Rob Rowlson at the West Hartford Town Hall Auditorium. Join us as we celebrate 16 years of community service and dedication to the town of West Hartford. Tickets are $50 per person, and all proceeds benefit two West Hartford non-profits near and dear to Rob's heart: West Hartford Community Television and Playhouse on Park. To volunteer for the event, or to donate food, drink, auction prizes and/or decorations, please contact ToastToRob@gmail.com.

Saturday Night Live's Colin Jost Coming to Comix at Foxwoods Beginning June 13

(4/30/2013) - Emmy Award nominee, Colin Jost, will appear on the Comix stage for the first time ever for four performances on Thursday, June 13 at 8 p.m., Friday, June 14 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 15 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Fans are welcomed to witness a "Nasty Show with Colin Jost" during his final uproarious performance.

The Ridgefield Playhouse Film Society 'Documentary Film Series' Presents LUCIE AND DESI: A HOME MOVIE, 5/26

(4/30/2013) - The Ridgefield Playhouse Film Society 'Documentary Film Series' presents 'Lucie and Desi: A Home Movie,' the EMMY Award-winning documentary on Sunday, May 26th, at 6:30pm. Following the screening of Lucy and Desi: A Home Movie, director/actor Lucie Arnaz, producer/actor Laurence Luckinbill and EMMY & ACE Award-winning editor Sandra Consentino, will be on hand at the Q&A.

THE MIDTOWN MEN to Perform at The Palace, 5/17

(4/30/2013) - The Midtown Men, which features Four Stars from the Original Broadway Cast of Jersey Boys, make a stop on their nation-wide tour at Stamford's Palace Theatre on Friday, May 17th at 8 p.m.

BWW Reviews: This HAIRSPRAY Sticks and is Quite a Do!

(4/29/2013) - Director Paul Mullins has teased together a terrific cast (the ensemble at 45+ is huge) starring comedian Kevin Meaney as Edna Turnblad, Tina Fabrique (Ella) as Motormouth Mabel and Lena Mary Amato as Tracy, reprising this role for the fifth time.

Hartt and Other CT Arts Team Up to Support La Plata, Argentina

(4/29/2013) - On April 2, 2013, the city of La Plata, capital of the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina, suffered a tragic flood that took more than fifty lives and left many of its inhabitants in a state of poverty.

Hartt Orchestras Conclude Season 5/4

(4/29/2013) - Hartt Philharmonia and Sinfonia? perform their final concert of the 2012-2013 academic year on Saturday, May 4, at 7:30 PM??, under the direction of Maestro Edward Cumming, Director of Orchestral Activities at The Hartt School. The concert will take place at Lincoln Theater, University of Hartford, 200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT. Admission is $20, with discounts for seniors, students, and groups of 10 or more. For tickets and information, contact the University of Hartford Box Office in Lincoln Theater at 860.768.4228 or 800.274.8587, or visit www.hartford.edu/hartt.