Tag: theater
'Carrie: The Musical' delivers positive message despite dark themes
"Carrie: The Musical" will premier in Schine Underground this weekend. Catch up with the director and the cast before heading out to see it. Read More »
‘Rent’ celebrates 20th anniversary with edgy, emotional performance
The 20th anniversary tour of "Rent" opened in Syracuse Tuesday night. Read all about the show. Read More »
Alumni return to Syracuse as stars of 'Rent' 20th anniversary tour
Two Syracuse alumni, Katie LaMark and Danny Harris Kornfeld, return to Syracuse to star in the 20th anniversary tour of the rock musical 'Rent.' Read More »
'Laura and the Sea' comments on tragedy with humor
SU drama's production of "Laura and the Sea" opened Saturday night with a healthy dose of dark humor. Read More »
Syracuse Stage opens 44th season with 'Great Expectations'
Syracuse Stage opened its season Friday with "Great Expectations," an adaption of the Charles Dickens classic novel. The cast discussed the challenges of the show, including rapid costume changes. Read More »
Relationship between drama department, professional theater company energizes Bob Hupp
Robert Hupp came to Syracuse Stage just three months ago, and was attracted to Syracuse because of the Stage's distinguished relationship with the drama department. Read More »
Syracuse Stage colors family traditions with 44 seasons of theater
Syracuse Stage opened as a tool to compliment the Department of Drama, and in its 44 years, it's developed into more than a professional theater company. Read More »
Associate artistic director of Syracuse Stage discusses inspirations, love of words
Kyle Bass, who has taught drama at Syracuse, stepped into the position as Artistic Director this summer and will work with Syracuse Stage Read More »
Managing director of Syracuse Stage reflects on unconvential career path
Jill Anderson is the newest managing director of the Syracuse Stage, and has a varied and unique past, from working at the Mixed Blood Theatre in Minneapolis to the Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., among other stages. Read More »
Q&A: Michael David of Classixx talks Westcott show, new album
Electronic music duo Classixx will play the Westcott Theater Saturday. One half of the duo, Michael David answered questions about the performance and their new album. Read More »
FYP announces 'Big Fish' will be show for 2016-17 school year
First Year Players announced that they will perform "Big Fish" for the student body this spring in a live video posted to their Facebook page. Read More »
'Jersey Boys' receives standing ovation opening night at Landmark Theatre
The touring company of hit Broadway musical "Jersey Boys" was received by tumultuous applause and a standing ovation Friday night. The show will play through Sunday night. Read More »
'Jersey Boys' prepares for opening of second Syracuse run
In the first stop of the tour, the famous musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons will open Thursday and run until Tuesday. Read More »
Q&A: Zack Feinberg dishes on his band The Revivalists before their Westcott show
The D.O. sits down with the guitarist of New Orleans-based act The Revitalists before their upcoming show at The Westcott Theater. Read More »
Q&A: Tony Award winner and SU alumnus talks Broadway and architecture
Nine SU alumni were nominated for Tony Awards this year. The Daily Orange sat down with one of the winners to talk about how his degree in architecture led to a Broadway career. Read More »
Syracuse Stage names new managing director
Syracuse Stage has completed its leadership transition that started with the departure of its arts and managing directors. Jill Anderson joins Robert Hupp in filling these higher roles at the Stage. Read More »
'The Christians' at Syracuse Stage leaves audience contemplating religion
This weekend, the Syracuse Stage launched its production of "The Christians," a play that asks its characters to contemplate their religion and leaves the interpretation of the story up to the audience. Read More »
WHAT Theatre to perform 'Almost, Maine' at Schine Underground
WHAT Theatre is preparing to perform their second production of the year, "Almost, Maine," at the Schine Underground. The play is composed of a series of short scenes and features a cast of 19 actors. Read More »
Jessie Mueller discusses her return to Broadway in 'Waitress'
Pulp spoke with Syracuse University alumna and Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller to talk about "Waitress," which features Broadway's first all-female creative team, including Sara Bareilles. Read More »
'Stupid F***ing Bird' breaks the fourth wall in a dark, self-deprecating comedy
Syracuse Stage's production of "Stupid F***ing Bird" breaks all the rules. Reaching out to audience members for advice and even a cue to start the play, this twisted comedy engaged and moved viewers. Read More »
Syracuse Drama's rendition of 'Agamemnon' opens to full house
The story is based on ancient Greek myths of the Trojan War and shows off senior drama student's talent. Read More »
Bank of America’s Children’s Tour of 'New Kid' will travel to elementary schools in CNY
Every Tuesday and Thursday, the cast of the Bank of America’s Children’s Tour of “New Kid” travel to elementary schools across central New York. The shows typically start around 8 a.m. Read More »
Freshman's arrow tattoo represents persevering and moving forward
Collin Newberg was inspired to get his tattoo after surviving the stresses of his senior year of high school. Read More »
Syracuse Stage's rendition of 'The Underpants' is a racy story of sexual frustration
Syracuse Stage opened Steve Martin’s "The Underpants," a play filled with sexual innuendo, suggestive puns and physical comedy. Read More »