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Wonder Theatre announces first season for their new home at Wonderland of the Americas mall
Read full article: Wonder Theatre announces first season for their new home at Wonderland of the Americas mallThe Wonder Theatre has announced the lineup of shows that will take place on the mainstage this year at its new location, the Wonderland of the Americas mall.
āRagtimeā closing out Wonder Theatreās residency at historic Woodlawn Theatre
Read full article: āRagtimeā closing out Wonder Theatreās residency at historic Woodlawn TheatreThe Wonder Theatre (formerly known as the Woodlawn Theatre) is now putting on āRagtimeā for the first show of their 2023 season.
āThe Color Purple, the Musicalā hits Woodlawn Theatre stage for first time
Read full article: āThe Color Purple, the Musicalā hits Woodlawn Theatre stage for first timeBased on Alice Walkerās Pulitzer Price-winning novel that was later turned into a popular Steven Spielberg 1985 film featuring Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey, the show tells the heartwarming story of Celieās tough, but inspiring life.
Woodlawn Theatre moving into old Bijou Theater space, changing name
Read full article: Woodlawn Theatre moving into old Bijou Theater space, changing nameSan Antonioās iconic Woodlawn Theatre is relocating to the Wonderland of the Americas in early 2023, enabling the non-profit performing arts organization to broaden its programming and outreach for the next few years.
š§āāļøGo under the sea with Disneyās āThe Little Mermaidā at the Woodlawn Theatreš
Read full article: š§āāļøGo under the sea with Disneyās āThe Little Mermaidā at the Woodlawn TheatrešEvery summer season, the Woodlawn Theatre picks a fairytale production, and this year is no different. Cast and staff are going under the sea to put on Disneyās āThe Little Mermaid.ā
Woodlawn Theatre prepares for āCinderellaā, show to offer twists, fun for families
Read full article: Woodlawn Theatre prepares for āCinderellaā, show to offer twists, fun for familiesCinderella starts Friday, Aug. 27 and runs through Sunday, Sept. 19. You can find a ticket and show information here.
āOn Your Feet! The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefanā premiering at the Woodlawn Theatre
Read full article: āOn Your Feet! The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefanā premiering at the Woodlawn TheatreThis Friday the Woodlawn Theatre will welcome back audiences more than a year after the scheduled premiere of āOn Your Feet! The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefanā.
āGlimmer of hopeā: Woodlawn Theater, Public Theater of SA hope to reopen their doors after pandemic forces closures
Read full article: āGlimmer of hopeā: Woodlawn Theater, Public Theater of SA hope to reopen their doors after pandemic forces closuresSAN ANTONIO ā Itās been nearly a year since the coronavirus pandemic forced performing arts theaters to close their doors. Crazy to believe that itās been 11 months,ā said Courtnie Mercer, the chief of staff and company manager of The Public Theater of San Antonio. Smaller venues like The Public Theater of San Antonio were pushed to find creative ways to stay afloat. List of upcoming shows for The Public Theater of San Antonio:Feb. 25 - March 7: EmpanadaApril 8 - April 18: Goldaās BalconyMay 13 - May 23: I Am My Own WifeYou can also donate to The Public Theater by clicking here. List of upcoming shows for the Woodlawn Theatre:RELATED: Regal Fiesta Trails movie theater closes permanently, property could be turned āinto something entirely differentā
āPunch to the gut:ā San Antonio theater director shares struggle during COVID-19 pandemic
Read full article: āPunch to the gut:ā San Antonio theater director shares struggle during COVID-19 pandemicSAN ANTONIO ā Editorās note: This content was created exclusively for KSAT Explains, a weekly streaming show that dives deep into the biggest issues facing San Antonio and South Texas. In the midst of a pandemic thatās forced people to stay physically distant, live music and performance venues have been hit particularly hard. Local director and choreographer Lizel Sandoval is one of the countless artists who has been out of a job for months. āI made a decision to leave my day job and focus on my contract work and to become a stay at home mom for my twins,ā Sandoval said. āThese kiddos had worked so hard.āEvery single contract job she had lined up for the year was canceled.
The show must go on: Woodlawn Theatre to perform virtually
Read full article: The show must go on: Woodlawn Theatre to perform virtuallyWoodlawn Theatre has had to push pause on its summer performances. But they are adapting and hoping to raise money with a live virtual performance tonight. We want to appeal to our patrons and show off our performers in the best light, Christopher Rodriguez Woodlawn Theatre Executive Artistic Director said. This is a fundraiser for the Woodlawn Theatre. We are doing it so the Woodlawn Theatre is still around, Rodriguez said.
Woodlawn Theatre going back to movie theater roots with new āSummer Movie Nightsā series
Read full article: Woodlawn Theatre going back to movie theater roots with new āSummer Movie Nightsā seriesSAN ANTONIO ā This year to celebrate its 75th anniversary, the Woodlawn Theatre is hosting a weekly movie night. Starting this Friday, people can watch a movie musical for $10 on the theaterās big screen. All ticket sales will go to help the Woodlawn Theatre and Woodlawn Theatre Academy. To make sure guests stay safe, the theater will not exceed 50% capacity and no tickets will be sold in person but must be purchased online. For more information call 210-267-8388 or email at info@woodlawntheatre.orgmovie (KSAT 2020)Hereās a list of this summerās movies:
The Music Man marches into the Woodlawn Theatre
Read full article: The Music Man marches into the Woodlawn TheatreWoodlawn Theatre ā The Woodlawn Theatre is kicking off the year with their production of The Music Man. The show as about a con man named Harold Hill who tries to dupe the residents of River City, Iowa with his moneymaking scheme first debuted on Broadway in 1957. For this production, the Woodlawn has partnered with the nonprofit YOSA(Youth Orchestras of San Antonio) and will be collecting new or used musical instruments and supplies to support the music education programs that reach more than 2,500 young musicians throughout San Antonio each year. The theater has several promotional nights that offer discount tickets to performances. For more on the discounts and to purchase tickets click here.
Backstage- Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
Read full article: Backstage- Priscilla, Queen of the DesertThe Woodlawn Theatre is bringing the Australian outback to San Antonio with their production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. The show is based on the 1994 movie of the same name. During the run of the show, the Woodlawn Theatre is collecting toiletries to benefit the SA Aids Foundation. The musical does contain adult themes and language, and the theater suggest patrons be over 18. The show runs every weekend until November 4th and tickets range from $18-$30.