Category Archives: Broadway Series
Behind the Scenes with ELF The Musical director Sam Scalamoni
Lisa Condit recently spoke with Sam Scalamoni, director of Broadway’s ELF The Musical. Read on for highlights from their interview, or listen to the full interview below! Lisa: ELF The Musical is a perfect way to launch into the holidays! Sam: It … Continue reading
Click Your Heels Three Times: The Ruby Slippers of The Wizard of Oz
The timeless classic, The Wizard of Oz, twists its way into Worcester November 8-11. How much do you know about the other star of the show: the ruby slippers? Read on for little known facts about the slippers, and don’t forget … Continue reading
From page and screen to Broadway’s stage
Our 10th Anniversary Broadway Series inspires us to get on our feet and use our imagination. But before these award-winning shows made it to the stage, their stories began with films, books and even real-life people. The Wizard of Oz Everyone … Continue reading
A Brief History of “The Wizard of Oz”
How much do you know about “The Wizard of Oz“? From the classic book to the Judy Garland film, this story still tugs at our hearts. Read on for a brief background on the stage musical before it visits Worcester … Continue reading
Education Guide: Waitress
AGE ADVISORY: Due to some suggestive content, this show is not recommended for younger audiences. ABOUT THE SHOW: “Waitress” tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker. Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town … Continue reading
Education Guide: Dein Perry’s Tap Dogs
AGE ADVISORY: This show is appropriate for all ages. ABOUT THE SHOW: Created by Australian choreographer Dein Perry, “Tap Dogs” combines the strength and power of workmen with the precision and talent of tap dancing. Set in the steelwork’s town … Continue reading
Education Guide: On Your Feet!
AGE ADVISORY: This show is appropriate for all ages. ABOUT THE SHOW: Her voice, his vision, their story. From their humble beginnings in Cuba, Emilio and Gloria Estefan came to America and broke through all barriers to become a crossover … Continue reading
Education Guide: “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical”
AGE ADVISORY: “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” is recommended for ages eight and older. Children under the age of four are not permitted. ABOUT THE SHOW: Percy Jackson is on the most dangerous quest of his life. The Greek … Continue reading
Education Guide: “ELF The Musical”
AGE ADVISORY: This Broadway musical is based on the PG-rated film and includes similar content. If you think the movie is inappropriate for your child, the musical is likely inappropriate, as well. The musical is suitable for all ages, but … Continue reading
Education Guide: “Finding Neverland”
AGE ADVISORY: “Finding Neverland” is appropriate for all ages ABOUT THE SHOW: Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out … Continue reading