Improv Comedy Plus Useless Trivia Equals Laughter
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 19 10:08 AM) - "There's a need out there for quiz shows that regular people can actually win, with questions that don't require a PH.d. We reward people for good grades in school; should we not equally reward those who know all the American Idol winners, Luke Skywalker's home planet, or Screech's real name?! Answer - Yes we should!"

Caldwell Theatre Company Children's Acting Classes
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 19 9:49 AM) - Caldwell Theatre Company will hold children's acting classes on August 9 in connection with Boca Festival Days events, part of a month-long, city-wide celebration, organized by the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce

'Bathhouse: The Musical!'
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 17 8:56 AM) - Tour is produced by Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, which is well-known nationally for developing Nunsense and producing the world premiere of Forever Plaid, as well as recent National Tours of Ain't Misbehavin', Snoopy: The Musical, Shout: The Mod Musical, and The Great American Trailer Park Musical.

World Premiere Musical - 'Miami Libre'
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 17 8:09 AM) - MIAMI LIBRE, a new bilingual stage musical about a musician's search for love and liberty from Miami to Havana, that unites our community's most talented musicians, dancers, and creative artists. Starring Telemundo NBC telenovela star Jencarlos Canela and Cuban-born actress and dancer Everlayn Borges, this sexy new musical

'Frost/Nixon' Acclaimed Play Scheduled For Caldwell
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 15 8:57 AM) - Playwright Peter Morgan (of "The Queen" and "The Last King of Scotland" movie fame) confirms the accuracy of the events in Frost/Nixon yet considers it a work of fiction.

Ron Feingold At The Atlantic Theater
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 12 8:24 AM) - Ron Feingold showcases the "Only One Man Comedy A Cappella Show in the World!" What makes his show special is the fact that Ron performs ALL of his own vocals including the bass, baritone, tenor, alto and soprano parts…even the drums. His television appearances include Comedy Central and A&E

Michael Winslow - The Man Of 10,000 Sound Effects
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 12 8:11 AM) - Michael Winslow, "the man of 10,000 sound effects," stand up comedian, and actor, whose appearances in film include: Police Academy 1-7, Spaceballs and Gremlins, as well as a current run of Geico commercials

Brown, Lader, and Fisher to Teach at BTP
by BWW News Desk

(Jul. 11 11:42 AM) - Broadway Star and BTP Alum Ashley Brown, currently playing Mary Poppins in the Broadway hit Mary Poppins, Rob Fisher and Joan Lader will be teaching at Broadway Theatre Project in Tampa Week Two.

Jazz Ballet - 'Alice Traditionally Twisted'
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 10 9:26 AM) - REACH Dance Company will present its first full length jazz ballet, "Alice – Traditionally Twisted", on August 9th and 10th at The Atlantic Theater located in Jupiter. This is a collaborative effort with REACH’s resident choreographer Maria Konrad and guest choreographer Devon Shearsby. "Alice – Traditionally Twisted" is a playful adaptation of the children’s classic Alice in Wonderland. Young and curious Alice falls through the rabbit hole into Lewis Carroll’s

Broward County Cultural Division Wins 3 National Awards
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 10 9:01 AM) - A free service of the Broward County Commission, the Cultural Quarterly fine arts magazine, provides in-depth articles on the local, cultural scene, featuring profiles of exceptional artists and detailed listings of events and attractions. The Culturally Speaking column is a monthly article that features Broward County cultural organizations and/or Cultural Division programs within the downtown core; and the Arts Teacher of the Year

Lea Salonga to Perform at Global Pop at the Music Center
by BWW News Desk

(Jul. 9 9:55 AM) - In its inaugural year, Global Pop at the Music Center will showcase Tony® Award-winning singer Filipino Lea Salonga, best known for her acclaimed portrayal of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon, on Friday, July 11 at 8:30 pm and the South Korean R&B singing sensation Fly to the Sky on Friday, July 25 at 8 pm.

Broadway Theatre Project Welcomes Jed Bernstein 7/9
by BWW News Desk

(Jul. 9 9:41 AM) - Broadway Theatre Project welcomes Jed Bernstein to teach on July 9.

T'Keyah Crystal Keymah & Ella Joyce - JAX Black Arts Fest
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 8 9:49 AM) - T' Keyah Crystal Keymah (That's So Raven, Cosby, In Living Color) and Ella Joyce ( TV's Roc and Guest appearances on Seinfeld, My Wife and Kids) will perform in the 1st Annual Aurora Jacksonville Black Arts Festival.

Stage Spectacle 'Slava's Snowshow'
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 8 9:15 AM) - SLAVA’S SNOWSHOW is the creation of Russian-born Slava Poulin. Inspired by the most famous mime artists of all time, including Charlie Chaplin, Marcel Marceau and Engibaro, Slava has dedicated his life since the age of 17 to re-claiming and re-establishing the art and craft of the true clown. After founding his own theater company "Litsedei" in 1979, Slava has taken clowning out of the circus and into the streets, and from there to the major theaters around the world. Since its debut in1993, the show has traveled to over 25 countries, performing to more than 2.5 million patrons in 80 cities including London, Toronto, Paris, Rome, Lisbon, and Berlin

BTP Welcomes Patrick Wilson To Teach At USF
by BWW News Desk

(Jul. 8 7:00 AM) - Broadway Theatre Project Welcomes Back Patrick Wilson, a BTP Alum and Guest Artist, to Teach July 7-8 at the University of South Florida

'Summer Blockbuster Extravaganza!' - Theatrical Improv
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 5 9:20 AM) - The Jove's recent appearances include the 2007 Miami Improv Festival opening for The Groundlings from Los Angeles and Upright Citizens Brigade from New York City. It was their third straight year performing at the Miami Improv Festival, a collection of the nation's best Improv comedy troupes. The Jove has also been invited to perform on the main stage at Artigras 2006, as well as countless corporate training and entertainment events all across Palm Beach County, including the Kravis Center, The Maltz Jupiter Theater, Duncan Theater and The Cuillo Centre for the Arts. The group received a 2005 Impy award for best sketch comedy in Palm Beach County. They were also an integral part in raising thousands of dollars for the American Red Cross in 2004 and 2005, donating proceeds from their show to benefit hurricane victims.

Free Play Reading - William Inge's 'Summer Brave'
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 5 8:55 AM) - Summer Brave has been dubbed as the "rewritten and final version of the romantic comedy Picnic" and follows the same basic story of its Pulitzer Prize winning counterpart - with a few distinctions, thus making it a separate work that can hold its own. The setting is a small Kansas town

'Souvenir' Florence Foster Jenkins Show Opens July 5th
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 3 10:13 AM) - Stephen Temperley's Souvenir is an affectionate salute to the fascinating story of a unique artist who suffered under the delusion that she was a great coloratura soprano. Unfortunately, she had no ear for pitch and those in her circle of friends, mostly out of politeness, would compliment her voice to the point where she decided to hold small recitals for charity. The cult status of her regrettable singing spread through New York, culminating in a smash hit record and a sold-out Carnegie Hall solo concert.

Jerry Herman Ring Theatre Announces 2008-09 Season
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 3 9:34 AM) - "Hello, Dolly, well hello, Dolly, it's so nice to have you back where you belong." And where could Dolly belong better than on the stage where composer, lyricist and UM alum Jerry Herman (A.B., '53) got his start? Hello, Dolly! is an ebullient story of the joy of living, glittering with happy songs, shining with loving scenes, brimming with joyous dancing

BTP Welcomes Patrick Wilson To Teach At USF
by BWW News Desk

(Jul. 1 1:46 PM) - Broadway Theatre Project Welcomes Back Patrick Wilson, a BTP Alum and Guest Artist, to Teach July 7-8 at the University of South Florida

The Real Florence Foster Jenkins-'Souvenir' Subject Event
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 1 10:09 AM) - West Palm Beach’s only resident professional theatre, Palm Beach Dramaworks will present lectures on the life story and musical career of Florence Foster Jenkins. This wealthy New York society eccentric of the 30's and 40's and the subject of Stephen Temperley's play with music "Souvenir,"

Disney's 'High School Musical'
by Beau Higgins

(Jul. 1 9:43 AM) - Seaside Music Theater reminds us that “We’re All in This Together” with its production of Disney’s High School Musical, the successful stage musical based on the Disney Channel original movie.

'The Hate U Gave: The Tupac Shakur Story'
by Beau Higgins

(Jun. 28 9:34 AM) - Ground Up & Rising, a 501(c)3 non-profit company devoted to the growth of the dramatic arts, announced their upcoming production of The Hate U Gave: The Tupac Shakur Story. Starring and written by Miami-based artist Meshaun Labrone Arnold, this original play will be staged at Miami-Dade Community College, Kendall Campus

Award Winning 'Betrayed' Southeastern Premiere
by Beau Higgins

(Jun. 28 9:15 AM) - In early 2007, George Packer published an article in The New Yorker about Iraqi interpreters who jeopardized their lives on behalf of the Americans in Iraq, with little or no U.S. protection or security.

Howard Jones - Singer/Songwriter At The Atlantic Theater
by Beau Higgins

(Jun. 26 9:17 AM) - Howard Jones, pop star and singer-songwriter, whose adult contemporary hits include: No One Is To Blame, Everlasting Love and Things Can Only Get Better, and has sold over 8 million albums worldwide, appears live at The Atlantic Theater in Jupiter on July 3rd at 8:00pm. The visit is part of a current tour this year that is bringing Howard all over the world with stops in: Scotland, Italy, Slovakia, Denmark and the US, with a final stop in England