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Review: Bitingly Funny 'Bad Jews' Offers a Roller Coaster of Emotions

Review: Bitingly Funny 'Bad Jews' Offers a Roller Coaster of Emotions

By Will Demers | Mar 16, 2023

Joshua Harmon's snappy yet incredibly frank dialogue echoes the way families express themselves behind closed doors.

And Just Like That — Late Stephen Sondheim Final Musical Coming to New York

And Just Like That — Late Stephen Sondheim Final Musical Coming to New York

Mar 16, 2023

"Producer Tom Kirdahy is thrilled to announce the world premiere of "Here We Are," the final musical by the late Stephen Sondheim," reads a press release.

Review: Arctic Playhouse Delivers Strong 'Bedroom Farce'

Review: Arctic Playhouse Delivers Strong 'Bedroom Farce'

By Joe Siegel | Mar 16, 2023

"Bedroom Farce," which is now being performed at Arctic Playhouse, delivers what it promises: Lots of good-natured silliness courtesy of a confident group of actors.

'Cockettes: Res-Erection' - Oasis Musical Revue Recalls Famed Queer Theater Troupe

'Cockettes: Res-Erection' - Oasis Musical Revue Recalls Famed Queer Theater Troupe

By David-Elijah Nahmod | Mar 14, 2023

Oasis will come alive with the sound of The Cockettes on March 23-25. For those who may not know, The Cockettes were a queer theater troupe that performed in San Francisco from around 1969-1972.

Review: Philadelphia's BalletX Soars With New Works

Review: Philadelphia's BalletX Soars With New Works

By Lewis Whittington | Mar 13, 2023

BalletX presented their vibrant Winter series program for a sellout run at their home in the Wilma Theater on Broad St. with premieres by choreographers Amy Seiwert, Gary W. Jeter II, and Jorma Elo.

Lady Gaga Won't Perform at 2023 Oscars

Lady Gaga Won't Perform at 2023 Oscars

By Emell Adolphus | Mar 9, 2023

However, Gaga will be in attendance as a nominee in the category of Best Song for the "Top Gun" song "Hold My Hand."

Tyler Henry: 'Hollywood Medium' at the Golden Gate

Tyler Henry: 'Hollywood Medium' at the Golden Gate

By Jim Gladstone | Mar 7, 2023

Tyler Henry, the star of Netflix's "Life After Death," says he inadvertently began receiving messages from the dead at age 10 and, over time, honed his ability to where he can now facilitate communications between the living and their deceased loved ones.

'Company,' 'MJ,' and Return of 'Moulin Rouge' Are Part of Broadway in Boston's 2023-2924 Season

'Company,' 'MJ,' and Return of 'Moulin Rouge' Are Part of Broadway in Boston's 2023-2924 Season

Mar 5, 2023

Broadway In Boston announced today five musicals as part of its 2023-2024 season, including "Disney's Frozen," "Moulin Rouge," "The Girl from North Country," "Company," and "MJ."

The Things that 'Boulevard of Bold Dreams''s Samantha Jane Williams Can't Perform Without

The Things that 'Boulevard of Bold Dreams''s Samantha Jane Williams Can't Perform Without

By Christopher Ehlers | Mar 4, 2023

New York-based actor Samantha Jane Williams is currently starring as Hattie McDaniel in LaDarrion Williams' "Boulevard of Bold Dreams."

The Things that 'Into the Woods's Josh Breckenridge Can't Perform Without

The Things that 'Into the Woods's Josh Breckenridge Can't Perform Without

By Christopher Ehlers | Mar 3, 2023

An original cast member of Broadway's "Come From Away," "The Scottsboro Boys," and "The Ritz," Josh Breckenridge is currently touring the country in "Into the Woods." EDGE spoke to him about things he can't live without.

Lea Michele Extends 'Funny Girl' Role until Run's September End

Lea Michele Extends 'Funny Girl' Role until Run's September End

By Kilian Melloy | Mar 3, 2023

Broadway buffs, rejoice: Lea Michele, whose addition to the cast of "Funny Girl" boosted the show to record-smashing success, will stay in the role until the end of the run in September.

Reviving Bob Fosse's 'Dancin' Calls on Body Memory for Fuel

Reviving Bob Fosse's 'Dancin' Calls on Body Memory for Fuel

By Mark Kennedy | Mar 1, 2023

Director Wayne Cilento faced an uphill task leading the new Broadway revival of Bob Fosse's revue "Dancin'" — no video had been made of the original show, there was no script to study and none of the steps had been recorded.

Welcome 'Homesick' - Theatre Rhinoceros is Back in Charge

Welcome 'Homesick' - Theatre Rhinoceros is Back in Charge

By Jim Gladstone | Feb 28, 2023

Something remarkable is happening in a tiny former gallery space on 18th Street in the Castro. It's a play called "A Guide for the Homesick," on which I'm happy to bestow a secondary title: "How The Rhino Got Its Groove Back."

Broadway's 'Parade' Fights Hatred Both Onstage and Off

Broadway's 'Parade' Fights Hatred Both Onstage and Off

By Mark Kennedy | Feb 27, 2023

There's so much darkness awaiting Ben Platt in his new Broadway role these days that he's countered with a dash of brightness.

Ben Platt Speaks Out Against Antisemitic Protests Outside the Broadway Revival Of 'Parade'

Ben Platt Speaks Out Against Antisemitic Protests Outside the Broadway Revival Of 'Parade'

Feb 23, 2023

Ben Platt speaks out against antisemitic protests outside the Broadway Revival Of 'Parade'

EDGE Rewind: Listen: Chris Colfer Definitely Not Going to See Lea Michele in 'Funny Girl'

EDGE Rewind: Listen: Chris Colfer Definitely Not Going to See Lea Michele in 'Funny Girl'

By Emell Adolphus | Feb 22, 2023

Colfer feels something funny about going to see Lea Michele in Broadway's "Funny Girl," saying: "I can be triggered at home."

Noir Town: Stage Meets Screen in A.C.T.'s 'The Headlands'

Noir Town: Stage Meets Screen in A.C.T.'s 'The Headlands'

By Jim Gladstone | Feb 21, 2023

The stars of 'The Headlands,' local playwright Christopher Chen's San Francisco mystery, now playing at A.C.T.'s Toni Rembe Theatre, are the scenic and projection design by Alexander V. Nichols.

Lea Michele Says This About Her Bad Behavior Accusations

Lea Michele Says This About Her Bad Behavior Accusations

By Emell Adolphus | Feb 19, 2023

Lea Michele says she did some "soul-searching" after multiple "Glee" stars accused her of bad behavior.

New Opera Explores Gender Identity

New Opera Explores Gender Identity

By Philip Campbell | Feb 18, 2023

Written, composed and directed by Karmina Silec, "BABA: The Life and Death of Stana' conveys stories of Balkan sworn virgins — (women who live as men after taking vows of chastity and celibacy.

The Products that 'The Great Leap''s Tyler Simahk Can't Perform Without

The Products that 'The Great Leap''s Tyler Simahk Can't Perform Without

By Christopher Ehlers | Feb 15, 2023

Regular Boston theatergoers will remember Tyler Simahk for a string of memorable performances. Here, he tells EDGE what he can't perform without.

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