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by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024

Celebrate Theater Grottesco's 28th anniversary with the premiere of their 22nd original production, TWO ARTISTS IN PRISON. ...
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by Michael Major - March 22, 2024

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Kacey Musgraves Drops New Single 'Too Good to Be True' & Tour Dates Photo Kacey Musgraves Drops New Single 'Too Good to Be True' & Tour Dates
by Michael Major - February 29, 2024

Kacey Musgraves has released her new single, 'Too Good to Be True.' It follows up 'Deeper Well,' the title track from her new album that was released earlier this month. Musgraves co-produced the album with collaborators Daniel Tashian and Ian Fitchuk. Plus, check out tour dates with Father John Mis...
Soho Theatre Brings Janine Harouni to Mumbai and Bengaluru This March Photo Soho Theatre Brings Janine Harouni to Mumbai and Bengaluru This March
by Stephi Wild - February 20, 2024

Soho Theatre brings Janine Harouni to Mumbai and Bengaluru for her India debut this March. She performs her Edinburgh Comedy Awards-nominated Best Show, Janine Harouni: Man'oushe at NCPA and The Habitat in Mumbai, and at Jagriti in Bengaluru. ...
DISNEY IN CONCERT: THE SOUND OF MAGIC Will Embark on UK Tour Photo DISNEY IN CONCERT: THE SOUND OF MAGIC Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - February 20, 2024

Following on from its debut in the UK at the London Coliseum last year, Disney In Concert: The Sound of Magic, a celebration of over 100 years of Disney experience through its music, will tour the UK for the first time in 2024. Find out when and where you can catch the show here!...
EARTHQUAKE'S ANNUAL FATHER'S DAY COMEDY SHOW. Comes to NJPAC This June Photo EARTHQUAKE'S ANNUAL FATHER'S DAY COMEDY SHOW. Comes to NJPAC This June
by A.A. Cristi - April 08, 2024

Join the laughter at NJPAC with Earthquake's annual Father's Day comedy show. A perfect way to celebrate with a night of humor and entertainment....
Ben Platt, Norm Lewis, and More Set For The Ravinia Festival's 2024 Summer Lineup Photo Ben Platt, Norm Lewis, and More Set For The Ravinia Festival's 2024 Summer Lineup
by Stephi Wild - March 14, 2024

The Ravinia Festival has revealed its complete 2024 summer lineup. Among this year's Broadway names taking the stage at The Ravinia Festival are Ben Platt, Jessie Mueller, Norm Lewis, Michael Feinstein, and more! Learn more about the full lineup here!...
West End Gala Will Celebrate the NHS 75th Anniversary at Adelphi Theatre This April Photo West End Gala Will Celebrate the NHS 75th Anniversary at Adelphi Theatre This April
by Stephi Wild - February 22, 2024

A West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS – a major milestone reached by the health service in 2023....
Aimie Atkinson and Jo Foster Join Cast For West End Gala Celebrating the NHS Photo Aimie Atkinson and Jo Foster Join Cast For West End Gala Celebrating the NHS
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2024

Further casting has been announced for With All Our Hearts, a West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS. The performance is set for 9 April 2024....
Video: The Cast of CHOIR OF MAN At Apollo Theatre Performs 'Escape (The Pina Colada S Photo Video: The Cast of CHOIR OF MAN At Apollo Theatre Performs 'Escape (The Pina Colada Song)'
by A.A. Cristi - April 02, 2024

See first look video of the Chicago engagement of The Choir of Man, now playing at the Apollo Theatre. Check out the cast singing Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes!  ...
The Apollo and Opera Philadelphia Launch Partnership To Co-Create New Canon of Black Photo The Apollo and Opera Philadelphia Launch Partnership To Co-Create New Canon of Black American Opera
by Stephi Wild - March 20, 2024

Having previously partnered in 2016 and 2017 on the New York premieres of the contemporary operas Charlie Parker's Yardbird and We Shall Not Be Moved, The Apollo and Opera Philadelphia have announced a new, multi-year partnership that will support the creation of new operatic work by Black artists....
Nish Kumar Adds Additional London Date to UK Tour Photo Nish Kumar Adds Additional London Date to UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - March 27, 2024

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Blackberry Smoke's New Album 'Be Right Here' Debuts At #1 On Album Charts Photo Blackberry Smoke's New Album 'Be Right Here' Debuts At #1 On Album Charts
by Michael Major - February 29, 2024

Acclaimed American rock band Blackberry Smoke’s new album, Be Right Here, debuts at #1 this week on the Current Country Albums chart, Americana/Folk Albums chart and Current Rock Albums chart as well as #4 on the Best-Selling Current Albums chart. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!...
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by Michael Major - February 16, 2024

Produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Jason Isbell), Be Right Here is a timely reminder to be present and live authentically. Across these ten tracks—a collection of their signature rock and roll anthems, Americana-leaning ballads and country rock jams—the band celebr...
Soho Rep to Present World Premiere of Raja Feather Kelly's THE FIRES Photo Soho Rep to Present World Premiere of Raja Feather Kelly's THE FIRES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 29, 2024

Soho Rep will present The Fires, a world premiere play written and directed by Raja Feather Kelly. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....
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by Stephi Wild - March 21, 2024

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by Michael Major - March 12, 2024

Catch the special listening event for LA VENTANA set by Khruangbin. Experience the unique sounds of their upcoming album 'A LA SALA.' In true Khruangbin spirit, the band is giving fans a chance to attend early listening sessions of A LA SALA inside four James Turrell Skyspaces. Attendees will utiliz...
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by Michael Major - March 19, 2024

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by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2024

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National Black Theatre And The Apollo Announce Renewal Of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE Photo National Black Theatre And The Apollo Announce Renewal Of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT
by A.A. Cristi - April 12, 2024

Explore the renewed collaboration between the National Black Theatre and The Apollo, as they announce the return of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT, a transcendent theatrical experience....
Paul Whitehouse Will Reprise Role in UK Tour of ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES Photo Paul Whitehouse Will Reprise Role in UK Tour of ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES
by Stephi Wild - February 29, 2024

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 01, 2024

Join the 92nd Street Y for COTTON: Denyce Graves, mezzo-soprano and Justin Austin, baritone. See when you can catch the performance and learn how to purchase tickets. ...
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by A.A. Cristi - April 11, 2024

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by Michael Major - February 23, 2024

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