Charlotte Theatre + Broadway News

Now Playing Onstage in Charlotte - Week of 6/16/2013

(6/16/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 6/16/2013 for Charlotte

Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Picks in Charlotte!

(6/14/2013) - Summer is around the corner. While enjoying those sultry nights, here is an eclectic mix of theater choices..

CPCC Summer Theatre to Stage WAIT UNTIL DARK and THE PINOCCHIO SHOW, July 2013

(6/13/2013) - CPCC Summer Theatre, Charlotte's only professional summer stock theatre, will bring the Tony Award nominated thriller 'Wait Until Dark' to the Pease Auditorium stage next month. Then, grab your kids and come on down to Summer Theatre 2013 for the 40th anniversary of the children's show at CPCC. This season CPCC will be presenting the local premiere of 'The Pinocchio Show.'

Dave Chappelle Adds Second Performance at Belk Theater, 6/22

(6/12/2013) - In response to the sold out demand for Dave Chappelle's 7:30 pm show on Friday, June 21 at the Belk Theater, a second show has been added at 7:30 pm on Saturday, June 22.

The Chuckleheads to Bring Improv to the Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 7/13

(6/10/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, proudly present their How's Your Summer Going Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads at The Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, on Saturday, July 13 beginning at 8:00pm.

The Chuckleheads Bring Adults Only Improv to Charlotte Comedy Zone, 6/23

(6/10/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Charlotte Comedy Zone at the NC Music Factory with their Adults Only Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd, Charlotte, on Sunday, June 23 at 6 p.m.

The Chuckleheads Return to the Charlotte Comedy Zone, 6/23

(6/10/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Charlotte Comedy Zone at the NC Music Factory with their Family Friendly Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd, Charlotte, on Sunday, June 23 at 4 p.m.

Now Playing Onstage in Charlotte - Week of 6/09/2013

(6/9/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 6/09/2013 for Charlotte

THE FATHER KNOWS BEST COMEDY IMPROV MUSICAL VARIETY EXTRAVAGANZA Comes to the Ballantyne Art Center Tonight

(6/8/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Ballantyne Art Center,11318 North Community House Road, Suite 303, Charlotte, proudly present their Father Knows Best Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads tonight, June 8 at 8p.

Lizzie Medlin to Star in Piedmont Players' THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR.; Full Cast Announced!

(6/6/2013) - Piedmont Players Theatre introduces the cast of THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR.

Blumenthal Performing Arts Unveils New Website Design

(6/5/2013) - Blumenthal Performing Arts has unveiled a new look for its websites, BlumenthalArts.org and CarolinaTix.org. Both sites are portals to information about and tickets to performing arts events and activities coming to the six theaters Blumenthal Performing Arts manages in Center City Charlotte, as well as to other performing venues in the region who ticket through the CarolinaTix system.

Broadway Dreams Foundation's CIRCLE OF DREAMS to Travel to Atlanta, LA and More This Summer!

(6/4/2013) - The Broadway Dreams Foundation will give aspiring performers across the country their big break with "Circle of Dreams," the 2013 Summer Performing Arts Intensive Tour. The national non-profit training program will present an incredible roster of Broadway directors, performers and industry insiders who will offer musical theatre training, mentoring and career opportunities through unique, week-long performing arts intensive workshops for students of all ages.

The How's Your Summer Going COMEDY IMPROV MUSICAL VARIETY EXTRAVAGANZA Starring the Chuckleheads Comes to the Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 7/13

(6/4/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, proudly present their How's Your Summer Going Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads at The Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, on Saturday, July 13 beginning at 8:00pm.

THE FATHER KNOWS BEST COMEDY IMPROV MUSICAL VARIETY EXTRAVAGANZA Comes to the Ballantyne Art Center, 6/8

(6/4/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Ballantyne Art Center,11318 North Community House Road, Suite 303, Charlotte, proudly present their Father Knows Best Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads on Saturday, June 8 at 8p.

Now Playing Onstage in Charlotte - Week of 6/02/2013

(6/2/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 6/02/2013 for Charlotte

CPCC Summer Theatre to Present DAMN YANKEES, 6/21-29

(5/31/2013) - CPCC Summer Theatre, Charlotte's only professional summer stock theatre, will bring the Tony Award winning musical 'Damn Yankees' to the Halton Theater stage next month.

Piedmont Players Host 50th Anniversary Gala Tonight

(5/31/2013) - Piedmont Players Theatre (PPT) presents The 2nd Annual 50th Anniversary Gala & Legendary After Party tonight, May 31, 2013.

BWW Reviews: The BLUMEY AWARDS, Recognizing Excellence in High School Theater

(5/28/2013) - The Blumey Awards was created to honor outstanding student achievement in musical theater in Charlotte.

Now Playing Onstage in Charlotte - Week of 5/26/2013

(5/26/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/26/2013 for Charlotte

BWW Interviews: Alex Morf of WAR HORSE National Tour

(5/24/2013) - The horses are so real I forget that they're puppets.

THE RASCALS: ONCE UPON A DREAM Launches North American Tour Today

(5/24/2013) - Producers Steven Van Zandt and Maureen Van Zandt, Marc Brickman, Larry Magid and Base Entertainment have announced that the sold-out Broadway engagement The Rascals: Once Upon a Dream will embark on a tour to play venues across North America. The tour kicks off today, May 24, 2013 at Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

Photo Flash: Disney Theatrical Group's Thomas Schumacher and MARY POPPINS' Rachel Wallace at UNCSA Graduation

(5/23/2013) - High school seniors of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) got the graduation ceremony of their dreams on Saturday, May 18, when Disney Theatrical Group President Thomas Schumacher delivered their commencement address, and the diplomas were presented by 'Mary Poppins' herself: UNCSA alumna Rachel Wallace. A 2009 college graduate, Wallace just completed a run in the national tour and the New Zealand company of the popular Disney show. Scroll down for photos from the ceremony!

Piedmont Players to Host 50th Anniversary Gala, 5/31

(5/21/2013) - Piedmont Players Theatre (PPT) presents The 2nd Annual 50th Anniversary Gala & Legendary After Party on Friday, May 31, 2013.

The Father Knows Best Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads Comes to the Ballantyne Art Center, 6/8

(5/21/2013) - The Father Knows Best Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads Comes to the Ballantyne Art Center on Saturday, June 8 at 8:00p.

Now Playing Onstage in Charlotte - Week of 5/19/2013

(5/19/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/19/2013 for Charlotte

The Chuckleheads Return to Charlotte Comedy Zone at the NC Music Factory Today

(5/19/2013) - The Family Friendly Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads Returns to the Charlotte Comedy Zone at the NC Music Factory today, May 19 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Barter Theatre Begins LES MISERABLES Tonight

(5/18/2013) - From the first soaring notes to the final triumphant chorus, Barter Theatre's production of 'LES MISERABLES' is a musical experience you won't forget. The cast and production teams are working hard to deliver what is widely considered one of the best musicals of all time.

The 8th Annual Charlotte Shakespeare Festival Kicks Off 5/30

(5/17/2013) - The Charlotte Shakespeare Festival returns for an 8th year beginning May 30. The 2013 festival will feature full-length productions of Taming of the Shrew and MacBeth, a pre-show performance series and educational workshops for young people. All performances and workshops are free, but donations are encouraged ($5 minimum suggested). Advance donors can reserve seats.

Tickets Go on Sale Today for GHOST BROTHERS OF DARKLAND COUNTY National Tour!

(5/17/2013) - AEG Live has announced that the southern gothic, supernatural musical Ghost Brothers of Darkland County, written by Stephen King, with music by John Mellencamp and T Bone Burnett, has confirmed a tour of 20 American cities throughout the Midwest and Southeast beginning October 10 in Bloomington, IN, and ending November 6 in Grand Rapids, MI. Tickets go on sale today, May 17 at 10am at aeglive.com.

The Chuckleheads to Return to Charlotte Comedy Zone for 2 Shows, 6/23

(5/13/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Charlotte Comedy Zone at the NC Music Factory with their Family Friendly Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd, Charlotte, on Sunday, June 23 at 4 p.m., followed by an 'Adults Only' version at 6 p.m.

The Chuckleheads to Bring 'FATHER KNOWS BEST' to Ballantyne Art Center, 6/8

(5/13/2013) - The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Ballantyne Art Center, 11318 North Community House Road, Suite 303, Charlotte, present their Father Knows Best Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the O'Chuckleheads on Saturday, June 8 at 8 p.m.

Barter Theatre Puts Final Touches on LES MISERABLES, Beg. 5/18

(5/13/2013) - From the first soaring notes to the final triumphant chorus, Barter Theatre's production of 'LES MISERABLES' is a musical experience you won't forget. The cast and production teams are working hard to deliver what is widely considered one of the best musicals of all time.

Now Playing Onstage in Charlotte - Week of 5/12/2013

(5/12/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/12/2013 for Charlotte

The Chuckleheads Bring MOTHER OF ALL COMEDY Extravaganza to Warehouse Center Tonight

(5/11/2013) - The Mother of All Chuckleheads' Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Returns to the Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius tonight, May 11.

Stephen King, John Mellencamp and T Bone Burnett's GHOST BROTHERS OF DARKLAND COUNTY to Kick Off National Tour, Oct 2013

(5/10/2013) - AEG Live has announced that the southern gothic, supernatural musical Ghost Brothers of Darkland County, written by Stephen King, with music by John Mellencamp and T Bone Burnett, has confirmed a tour of 20 American cities throughout the Midwest and Southeast beginning October 10 in Bloomington, IN, and ending November 6 in Grand Rapids, MI. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 17 at 10am at aeglive.com.

Piedmont Players Youth Production of TREASURE ISLAND Begins Tonight

(5/9/2013) - Piedmont Players Theatre, along with Owen & Elizabeth Norvell, introduce the cast of TREASURE ISLAND by Robert Louis Stevenson in a new adaption by Ken Ludwig. The production will run tonight, May 9-11 & 16-18 at 7:30pm, with a matinee on May 12 at 2:30pm.

CAST to Open PROOF, 5/9

(5/8/2013) - CAST (Carolinas Actors Studio Theatre) presents the smart, witty, and compassionate 'Proof,' by David Auburn, winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play.

Photo Flash: First Look at Deep Dish Theater's THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN

(5/8/2013) - Life on a desolate island off the coast of Ireland is upended forever in Martin McDonagh's unforgettable comedy, The Cripple of Inishmaan, presented by Deep Dish Theater Company now through May 18. Directed by Tom Marriott, the play will conclude the company's twelfth season at University Mall. Below, BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action!

Festival Stage of Winston-Salem Announces 2013-14 Season

(5/8/2013) - Resident professional theatre company Festival Stage of Winston-Salem will return to downtown's Hanesbrands Theatre for its fourth season in 2013-14, presenting Neil Simon's Lost in Yonkers Oct. 18-Nov. 3; Driving Miss Daisy Feb. 7-23; and the romantic comedy Talley's Folly May 2-18.

Abingdon's Barter Theatre Opens 'Laugh-a-thon' UNNECESSARY FARCE Tonight

(5/8/2013) - Barter Theatre is busy making preparations to open what critics are calling 'a bona fide gut-busting laugh-a-thon.' The fun of 'Unnecessary Farce' begins tonight, May 8 at Barter Stage II. It's the hot new comedy that has audiences raving across the country.