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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.
‘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.
‘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.
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.”
Woodlawn Theatre prepares for ‘Cinderella’, show to offer twists, fun for families
Read full article: Woodlawn Theatre prepares for ‘Cinderella’, 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.
‘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”.
‘Glimmer of hope’: Woodlawn Theater, Public Theater of SA hope to reopen their doors after pandemic forces closures
Read full article: ‘Glimmer of hope’: Woodlawn Theater, Public Theater of SA hope to reopen their doors after pandemic forces closuresSAN ANTONIO – It’s been nearly a year since the coronavirus pandemic forced performing arts theaters to close their doors. Crazy to believe that it’s been 11 months,” 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: Golda’s 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 ‘into something entirely different’
‘Punch to the gut:’ San Antonio theater director shares struggle during COVID-19 pandemic
Read full article: ‘Punch to the gut:’ San Antonio theater director shares struggle during COVID-19 pandemicSAN ANTONIO – Editor’s 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 that’s 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. “I 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,” Sandoval said. “These kiddos had worked so hard.”Every 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 ‘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:
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.
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.