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‘Let’s do the Time Warp again’: ‘Rocky Horror’ coming to San Pedro Playhouse
Read full article: ‘Let’s do the Time Warp again’: ‘Rocky Horror’ coming to San Pedro PlayhouseThe cult-classic musical “The Rocky Horror Show” is opening this week at the San Pedro Playhouse. According to a release, this will be the theater’s first full-scale production of the fan-favorite musical.
2 San Antonio Theater foundations joining forces for special performances
Read full article: 2 San Antonio Theater foundations joining forces for special performancesStarting next year, the San Antonio Broadway Theatre and the Majestic Empire Foundation will work together to produce two productions a season featuring local talent and guest performers from Broadway.
‘Shrek the Musical’ national tour to stop at Tobin Center this July
Read full article: ‘Shrek the Musical’ national tour to stop at Tobin Center this JulyYour favorite Shrek characters are coming to the Tobin Center in San Antonio to bring the beloved film to life on stage in “Shrek the Musical” this July.
Backstage: Classic Theatre brings ‘The Boys in the Band’ play to San Antonio
Read full article: Backstage: Classic Theatre brings ‘The Boys in the Band’ play to San AntonioThis Pride Month, Classic Theatre revived “The Boys in the Band,” a 1960s play about identity and relationships in the gay community.
Shakespeare gets a San Antonio twist with Midsummer Sueño at San Pedro Playhouse
Read full article: Shakespeare gets a San Antonio twist with Midsummer Sueño at San Pedro PlayhouseThe San Pedro Playhouse is taking audiences outside for its newest production, “Midsummer Sueño,” an original San Antonio-themed adaptation of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
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.
‘Ragtime’ closing out Wonder Theatre’s residency at historic Woodlawn Theatre
Read full article: ‘Ragtime’ closing out Wonder Theatre’s residency at historic Woodlawn TheatreThe Wonder Theatre (formerly known as the Woodlawn Theatre) is now putting on “Ragtime” for the first show of their 2023 season.
Civil Rights era musical with songs from legendary Jazz singer Nina Simone premieres in San Antonio
Read full article: Civil Rights era musical with songs from legendary Jazz singer Nina Simone premieres in San AntonioA powerful musical set in the Civil Rights era is playing at the Public Theater of San Antonio.
‘The Color Purple, the Musical’ hits Woodlawn Theatre stage for first time
Read full article: ‘The Color Purple, the Musical’ hits Woodlawn Theatre stage for first timeBased on Alice Walker’s 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 Celie’s tough, but inspiring life.
The Classic Theatre’s production of ‘Roosters’ aims to highlight a cultural experience
Read full article: The Classic Theatre’s production of ‘Roosters’ aims to highlight a cultural experienceThe Classic Theatre of San Antonio is kicking off its 15th season with the play “Roosters” by Milcha Sanchez-Scott.
San Antonio’s Public Theater taking audiences to the Caribbean with ‘Once on This Island’
Read full article: San Antonio’s Public Theater taking audiences to the Caribbean with ‘Once on This Island’Once on This Island: A Musical brings a passionate and otherworldly love story to The Public Theatre of San Antonio.
Woodlawn Theatre moving into old Bijou Theater space, changing name
Read full article: Woodlawn Theatre moving into old Bijou Theater space, changing nameSan Antonio’s 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.
🧜♀️Go under the sea with Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ at the Woodlawn Theatre🐠
Read full article: 🧜♀️Go under the sea with Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ at the Woodlawn Theatre🐠Every 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 Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.”
Public Theater delays new show opening due to COVID-19 among staff, cast
Read full article: Public Theater delays new show opening due to COVID-19 among staff, castThe Public Theater announced the delay of the opening of its production “She Loves Me” due to multiple cast members and members of the creative team testing positive for COVID-19.
‘RENT’ coming back to SA, cast members calling show’s themes more powerful than ever
Read full article: ‘RENT’ coming back to SA, cast members calling show’s themes more powerful than everAfter two years of delays due to the pandemic, the Broadway show "RENT" is heading back to San Antonio. A cast member tells KSAT current events in 2022 show how the musical has stood the test of time.
‘Aladdin’, ‘Hairspray’ & ‘Hadestown’ Broadway tours coming to Majestic Theatre for 2022-2023 season
Read full article: ‘Aladdin’, ‘Hairspray’ & ‘Hadestown’ Broadway tours coming to Majestic Theatre for 2022-2023 seasonThe Majestic Theatre has announced its lineup of Broadway shows for the 2022-2023 season.
San Antonio native starring in Broadway tour of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’
Read full article: San Antonio native starring in Broadway tour of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’As the national tour of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” plays the Majestic Theatre, it’s a homecoming for the lead in the show.
‘On Your Feet! The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan’ premiering at the Woodlawn Theatre
Read full article: ‘On Your Feet! The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan’ premiering at the Woodlawn TheatreThis Friday the Woodlawn Theatre will welcome back audiences more than a year after the scheduled premiere of “On Your Feet! The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan”.
Woodlawn Theatre going back to movie theater roots with new ‘Summer Movie Nights’ series
Read full article: Woodlawn Theatre going back to movie theater roots with new ‘Summer Movie Nights’ seriesSAN ANTONIO – 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 theater’s 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)Here’s a list of this summer’s movies:
Broadway show ‘Come From Away’ brings Newfoundland to San Antonio
Read full article: Broadway show ‘Come From Away’ brings Newfoundland to San AntonioSAN ANTONIO, Texas. North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio is hosting a special donation drive at the Majestic Theatre along with the Broadway show “Come From Away” for the Corazon Ministries at Travis Park Church. The musical is about strangers coming together to help one another during a difficult time, so it’s fitting this donation drive is happening alongside this fantastic musical. The donation drive runs from Tuesday, Feb 25 to Sunday, March 1. Donation drops will be located at the entrances of the Majestic Theatre, and inside the box officeFor information on Broadway in San Antonio, visit BroadwayInSanAntonio.com.
“These Shining Lives” shines brightly at The Sheldon Vexler Theater
Read full article: “These Shining Lives” shines brightly at The Sheldon Vexler TheaterThe Sheldon Vexler Theater Located in The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community describes their latest show as "The true account of four women who worked for the Radium Dial Company watch factory in the late 20’s and early 30’s, the play chronicles the danger women faced in the American workforce, and the lack of concern by companies for protecting the health of its employees. " Performances are held Thursdays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 2:30pm. For more on this show and for ticket information click here.
STOMP crashes into the Tobin Center this weekend
Read full article: STOMP crashes into the Tobin Center this weekendThe “international percussion sensation” STOMP is at the Tobin Center this weekend for 3 performances. Tickets start at $27, and included with admission is a special post-show Q&A session with cast members for select performances. Kaiti Blake talked to some of the performers to see what audiences can expect. To buy tickets and for more info on the show click here.
The Music Man marches into the Woodlawn Theatre
Read full article: The Music Man marches into the Woodlawn TheatreWoodlawn Theatre – 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.
Get an inside look at the Broadway tour of Miss Saigon
Read full article: Get an inside look at the Broadway tour of Miss SaigonMajestic Theater – For Jackie Nguyen & Matthew Overberg being in the ensemble for the National tour of Miss Saigon is more than just a job. Both have personal connections to the story about a young girl named Kim forced to work in a bar after her family is killed in the Vietnam war. They sat down with KSAT News @ Nine producer Lexi Salazar to share their connection to the show and tell what audiences can expect from this Broadway classic. Miss Saigon is playing at the Majestic Theater until January 12th. For more info about the show click here and for ticket information click here.
Blue Man Group brings “Speechless” tour to San Antonio
Read full article: Blue Man Group brings “Speechless” tour to San AntonioRJ Marquez has been at KSAT since 2010. He's covered a variety of stories and events across the San Antonio area, and is the lead reporter for KSAT Explains. He also covers the Spurs for on-air and digital platforms. You can see RJ regularly on KSAT Explains and Good Morning San Antonio.
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.
Backstage- Magical Mary Poppins flies into The Public Theater
Read full article: Backstage- Magical Mary Poppins flies into The Public TheaterThe Public Theater of San Antonio is opening their new season with the family-friendly musical Mary Poppins. Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the Disney film starring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, the musical tells the story of a magical nanny who inspires a family. The musical is running September 12th, 2019 - October 13th, 2019. For more information on the Public Theater and to get tickets click here.