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In Italy during the 18th century, an average of 5,000 boys were castrated

annually. Almost exclusively, they came from poor families. Their treble voices intact, castration promised those who survived a chance to earn fame and fortune by singing female roles in the opera. A few made it, but most didn’t and were swept aside.



Stiletto, a new musical with Music and Lyrics by three-time Grammy nominee, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Wilder (Disney’s Mulan), Book by double Olivier Award nominee Tim Luscombe (Noël Coward’s Easy Virtue, Terrence Rattigan’s The Browning Version and Harlequinade), is set in Venice, Europe’s opera capital.



During the winter of 1730-31, Venice is a city bristling with opportunity where fortunes can be made but life is cheap. A city of lustre and intrigue with plenty of chances of success for Marco, who was castrated as a child to retain his perfect voice. Opera stars being the rock stars of their day, Marco is on course to be an 18th-century Jagger or Bowie, to snag a powerful patron and play leading roles.



In a busy square he meets Gioia, confident, strong willed... and supremely

talented. But despite her musical gifts, being the daughter of an African slave there’s no chance for her to fulfil her dreams. Marco recognises her talent and, sensing that they are both outsiders as well as sharing a love for music, they fall in love.



In an attempt to get her on stage, Marco introduces Gioia to society and his patron, the Contessa Azzurra, but at the end of the evening, a body lies dead and Gioia is hauled off to prison. To free her, Marco must overcome the demons of his past and the morally corrupt forces of the present.


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Barry Manilow Announces 2020 Concerts in the UK
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2019


Following his headline sold out performance at the BBC Proms in the Park in London and 17 sold out concerts on Broadway, Barry Manilow has announced that he will return to the UK in 2020 for a limited number of arena concerts.

Great Performances on PBS Announces 'Broadway's Best' Lineup Featuring 42ND STREET, THE KING AND I, KINKY BOOTS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 10, 2019


Great Performances returns with its third annual a?oeBroadway's Besta?? lineup of acclaimed theatrical productions, premiering Fridays, November 1-29 at 9 p.m. on PBS(check local listings), pbs.org/gperf and the PBS Video app. This fall's lineup spotlights musicals, comedy and drama: a?oe42nd Street,a?? the Broadway fable of a star-struck chorus girl dreaming of her big break; a?oeRodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I,a?? Lincoln Center Theater's Tony Award-winning revival of the beloved musical classic starring Kelli O'Hara and Ken Watanabe; a?oeKinky Boots,a?? the Broadway blockbuster featuring music and lyrics by pop icon Cyndi Lauper and a book by Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein; a?oeReda?? the Tony Award-winning drama starring Alfred Molina as painter Mark Rothko; and Tony Award-winning director Kenny Leon's modern interpretation of a?oeMuch Ado About Nothing,a?? the first Public Theater production recorded live at Free Shakespeare in the Park by Great Performances in over four decades.

Photo Flash: First Look At Queen's Theatre Hornchurch productions of STILETTO BEACH and SO HERE WE ARE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2019


The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch is bringing Luke Norris' (Royal Court, Paines Plough) acclaimed So Here We Are home to its Essex roots this autumn. It plays alongside the world premiere of Sadie Hasler's (Pramkicker, Fran & Leni) hilarious comedy Stiletto Beach as part of Queen's Theatre Hornchurch's Essex On Stage programme from 4th-28th September.

BWW Review: HOUSE OF NOIRE Burlesque Sets The Laurie Beechman Theatre Ablaze
by Bobby Patrick - Sep 9, 2019


A sexy, slinky, empowering night of Burlesque debuted at The Beechman last night, courtesy of The House Of Noire.

BWW Feature: WE WILL ROCK YOU at Dutch Tour: Stanley Burleson joins the cast!
by Chantal Kunst - Sep 5, 2019


Queen leadzanger Freddie Mercury zou vandaag, 5 september 2019, zijn 73e verjaardag hebben moeten vieren en op deze bijzondere dag maakt TEC Entertainment bekend dat Stanley Burleson, naast de Amerikaanse superster Anastacia, te zien zal zijn in de rockmusical WE WILL ROCK YOU. De geheel eigen, spectaculair nieuwe versie van de internationaal succesvolle musical van Queen en Ben Elton wordt geheel in het Engels opgevoerd en geproduceerd in samenwerking met Peep Arrow Entertainment. in. De rockmusical is voor een beperkte speelperiode uitsluitend te zien in AFAS Live in Amsterdam. World Forum Theater in Den Haag, Schouwburg Hengelo en MartiniPlaza in Groningen. De première van WE WILL ROCK YOUis op vrijdag 6 December 2019 in Amsterdam.

Photo Flash: First Look At world premiere Of STILETTO BEACH and homecoming revival of SO HERE WE ARE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2019


The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch is bringing Luke Norris' (Royal Court, Paines Plough) acclaimed So Here We Are home to its Essex roots this autumn. It plays alongside the world premiere of Sadie Hasler's (Pramkicker, Fran & Leni) hilarious comedy Stiletto Beach as part of Queen's Theatre Hornchurch's Essex On Stage programme from 4th-28th September.

WALKING IN STILETTOS Goes Global Walking The Walk With High-Heel Guru Chyna Whyne
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2019


a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Chyna Whyne is truly an inspiring Renaissance Woman and dynamic holistic artist-practitioner - Born in London to Jamaican parents, she is an Alexander Technique Practitioner and Teacher (a world-renowned body management discipline), High-Heel Guru with her Walking in Stilettos Workshops, Recording Artist/Songwriter/Singer, Author, Model, Pageant Coach, International Public Speaker, Kemetic Yoga Teacher and Entrepreneur (Owner of VIP Yoga Retreats at Ocho Rios, Jamaica).

Casting Announced For STILETTO BEACH and SO HERE WE ARE As Part Of Queen's Theatre Hornchurch's Essex On Stage Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2019


The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch is bringing Luke Norris' (Royal Court, Paines Plough) acclaimed So Here We Are home to its Essex roots this autumn. It plays alongside the world premiere of Sadie Hasler's (Pramkicker, Fran & Leni) hilarious comedy Stiletto Beach as part of Queen's Theatre Hornchurch's Essex On Stage programme from 4th-28th September.

BWW Interview: Bill Ward Discusses EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Bryony Rae Taylor - Aug 1, 2019


Known in soap-land for his roles as villain Charlie Stubbs in Coronation Street and farmer James Barton in Emmerdale, Bill Ward talks to us about walking a mile in four-inch stilettos as he takes over the role of Hugo/Loco Chanelle from RuPaul's Drag Race star Bianca Del Rio.

Sid Ramin, Broadway Composer, Arranger, and Orchestrator, Dies at 100
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2019


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that composer and orchestrator Sid Ramin, best known for his work on West Side Story, has died, according to The New York Times. Ramin was 100 years old.

VIDEO: KINKY BOOT's Graham Scott Fleming Takes Over Instagram!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jun 24, 2019


This weekend, Graham Scott Fleming raised us up as he took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story to show us behind the scenes at The Muny's Kinky Boots! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy. Check it all out!

VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek at KINKY BOOTS Rehearsals at the MUNY!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jun 17, 2019


It's time to head to Price and Son because The Muny is getting ready for the U.S. regional premiere of the Tony-winning musical Kinky Boots! Check out this sneak peek inside the show's designer run featuring Graham Scott Fleming, J. Harrison Ghee, Taylor Louderman, and more with this video!

KINKY BOOTS' Graham Scott Fleming Takes Over Instagram Tomorrow!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jun 21, 2019


Everybody say yeah because Graham Scott Fleming is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at The MUNY's production of Kinky Boots tomorrow, June 22nd! Be sure to tune in throughout the day as Graham shows us around behind the scenes at the U.S. regional premiere of the Tony-winning musical. This takeover is definitely gonna raise you up, so you're not gonna want to miss it!

BWW Interview: Teppei Koike & Haruma Miura of KINKY BOOTS JAPAN Talk Playing British Characters from an American Musical, in Japanese
by Larisa Amaya-Baron - May 28, 2019


Kinky Boots Lyrics in the Japanese Language? Japanese Actors Playing British Characters? How this American Musical is clashing cultures with its Spring Revival!

DREAM HOU$E, By Eliana Pipes, Wins The 2019 Leah Ryan Prize For Emerging Women Writers
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2019


DREAM HOU$E by Eliana Pipes, winner of the 2019 Leah Ryan Prize for Emerging Women Writers, 'Leah's FEWW' will be celebrated as part of the festivities at this year's Lilly Awards honoring women in American Theater to be held at the Minetta Lane Theatre, May 19 at 7pm. Ms. Pipes will be awarded the prize by FEWW board member and writer, Jennifer Krasinski.

Caroline Bowman And More Join KINKY BOOTS at The Muny
by Alan Henry - May 15, 2019


The Muny announced today its complete cast, design and production team for Kinky Boots, the second show of its second century, June 19 - 25.

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch Unveils Its Autumn Season Highlights
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2019


The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch has today unveiled its newest additions to its energetic autumn season of produced work, including productions of Love Unspoken with Spare Tyre, Macbeth co-produced with Derby Theatre and Sparky the Elf and the Secret Toyshop.

BWW Review: KINKY BOOTS, King's Theatre, Glasgow
by Natalie O'Donoghue - May 9, 2019


Charlie Price is struggling to live up to his father's expectations and continue the family business of Price & Son. With the shoe factory's future hanging in the balance, help arrives in the unlikely but spectacular form of Lola - a fabulous performer in need of some sturdy new stilettos

City Of Voices Presents CARNIVAL OF SHADOWS
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2019


Run away to the Carnival of Shadows, where secrets dwell, creativity reigns, and nothing is as it appears.

Muny 101st Season Single Tickets Now Available
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2019


The Muny announced today that single tickets for the first season of their second century are now available. Tickets can be purchased online at muny.org, by phone at (314) 534-1111, or in person at The Muny Box Office, open 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. Staring June 1, Muny Box Office hours will extend to 9am-9pm daily. The Muny proudly celebrates its 101st season in Forest Park this summer.

Boston Playwrights' Theatre Presents BOSTON THEATER MARATHON XXI On May 19
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2019


Boston Playwrights' Theatre (BPT) presents Boston Theater Marathon XXI, featuring 50 ten-minute plays, written by 52 New England playwrights, and produced by 50 New England theatres in ten hours.

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch Announces Autumn 2019 Season - ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2019


The Queen's Theatre has today announced its autumn season of produced work will include two vibrant plays from Essex playwrights performing alongside each other as part of its Essex on Stage programme, as well as two major revivals of modern classics.

Art Of Sound Announces The Return Of Joanna Pascale To Kick Off Unplugged Series
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2019


Becoming known as one of Lambertville's leading, underground arts & cultural presenters, The Art of Sound is pleased to announce the return of Joanna Pascale, with her all-star ensemble on Thursday, April 18th, 7pm to perform for their ever-popular, yet best kept secret cultural series titled "The Art of Sound Unplugged. 

Muny 101 Season Tickets On Sale Tomorrow
by Julie Musbach - Mar 7, 2019


The Muny announced today that season tickets for their 2019 summer season will be available beginning at 9am Friday, March 8.

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch Launches Essex On Stage With IN BASILDON And Three Play Readings
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2019


The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch is set to launch its innovative Essex on Stage programme on Saturday 23 March with the regional premiere of David Eldridge's In Basildon and play readings by three exciting Essex playwrights Sadie Hasler, Kelly Jones and Dan Murphy.

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