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Apollo Chamber Players Presents Season Finale MUTED This May Photo Apollo Chamber Players Presents Season Finale MUTED This May
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2024

Join the Apollo Chamber Players for their season finale, MUTED, featuring the world premiere of Joey Rouken’s Forgotten Dutch Melodies....
Interview: WICKED's Mary Kate Morrissey on Why Taking on Elphaba Full-Time 'Feels Rig Photo Interview: WICKED's Mary Kate Morrissey on Why Taking on Elphaba Full-Time 'Feels Right'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 04, 2024

In this exclusive interview, Mary Kate Morrissey shares her journey from being a standby to playing full-time Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway. She discusses her growth, experiences, and what it feels like to step into Elphaba's shoes on a permanent basis....
BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE Arrives On Paramount+ Tomorrow Photo BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE Arrives On Paramount+ Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - April 11, 2024

Explore the life and legacy of the iconic Bob Marley with BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE, available for to stream on Paramount+ on April 12. Focusing on a pivotal and tumultuous period in his life, the film encompasses the December 1976 assassination attempt at his Kingston home amid a period of intense polit...
Exclusive Video: Cast of Signature Theatre's HAIR Sings 'Let The Sun Shine In' Photo Exclusive Video: Cast of Signature Theatre's HAIR Sings 'Let The Sun Shine In'
by Alan Henry - April 09, 2024

Get a first look at the cast of Signature Theatre's production of the rock musical HAIR singing 'Let The Sun Shine In.' Hair has music by Galt MacDermot and book and lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado....
21st Annual Oxford Film Festival Unveils 20224 Winners Photo 21st Annual Oxford Film Festival Unveils 20224 Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 11, 2024

Discover the winners of the 21st Annual Oxford Film Festival. See the list here and learn more about the films....
The Suicide Disease Will Release Uplifting Single 'Descent' Photo The Suicide Disease Will Release Uplifting Single 'Descent'
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024

Grunge rock band, The Suicide Disease have announced their latest single, “Descent” out April 12 via Zodhiac Records. Following the success of their previous singles, 'Flood' and 'War”  which debuted last year, 'Descent' delivers another powerful statement from the band....
Classic Rock Band America Returns To State Theatre In July; Tickets On Sale Friday Photo Classic Rock Band America Returns To State Theatre In July; Tickets On Sale Friday
by A.A. Cristi - April 03, 2024

Secure your tickets for AMERICA - RIDE ON 2024, going on sale this Friday. Don't miss the chance to see this iconic performance at the State Theatre on July 18....
Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal Photo Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal
by Joshua Wright - April 05, 2024

BroadwayWorld has learned that J. Antonio Rogriguez, who was playing Orpheus on the Hadestown tour before having to step away from the production following the expiration of his DACA renewal, will now be able to return to the production....
Take Two Productions Presents the Regional Premiere Of THE PROM Photo Take Two Productions Presents the Regional Premiere Of THE PROM
by A.A. Cristi - April 05, 2024

Take Two Productions is set to stage the regional premiere of the hit musical comedy, THE PROM, directed by Gary Long....
Video: T.S.O.L. Release 'Sweet Transvestite' Photo Video: T.S.O.L. Release 'Sweet Transvestite'
by Stephi Wild - April 03, 2024

SoCal punk legends T.S.O.L. are back with their rendition of 'Sweet Transvestite'. Check out the video here!...
Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Toby's in Columbia Invites Everyone to “Be Our Guest Photo Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Toby's in Columbia Invites Everyone to “Be Our Guest.”
by Cybele Pomeroy - April 09, 2024

The fairytale magic of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST The Musical is on opulent display at Toby's Dinner Theatre in Columbia, directed by Mark Minnick. This family favorite, packed with stunning performances and resplendent costumes, delivers the enchantment of live theater through June 16th, 2024...
New Musical Theatre Writers Begin Key Development Programme At Birmingham Hippodrome Photo New Musical Theatre Writers Begin Key Development Programme At Birmingham Hippodrome
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2024

Birmingham Hippodrome has welcomed 15 musical theatre writers and creatives to their new Musical Theatre Writers Group programme. ...
Photos: Go inside The Entertainment Community Fund's 2024 Gala Photo Photos: Go inside The Entertainment Community Fund's 2024 Gala
by Bruce Glikas - April 09, 2024

Last night at the Entertainment Community Fund, (formerly The Actors Fund) gala, they announced the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign: a bold and comprehensive effort that will combine all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places....
Interview: Student Spotlight - Neely Hebert Directs Alice By Heart Photo Interview: Student Spotlight - Neely Hebert Directs Alice By Heart
by Courtney Symes - April 08, 2024

The future of theatre is in good hands. Neely Hebert, a senior at Rio Americano, is making a name for herself in the world of entertainment. While her focus is on film, she is also forging a path on the stage. In our first Sacramento Student Spotlight, BroadwayWorld talks to Neely about her new show...
Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top Photo Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top
by Team BWW - April 08, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 8, 2024....
Worship Leader Charity Gayle Releases Third Album 'Rejoice' Photo Worship Leader Charity Gayle Releases Third Album 'Rejoice'
by Stephi Wild - April 05, 2024

Worship leader Charity Gayle has released her third album ‘Rejoice’ today. This album follows the overwhelming support of her sophomore album ‘Endless Praise’....
EgoPo Presents THE RAMAYANA in Collaboration with Papermoon and Kalanari Photo EgoPo Presents THE RAMAYANA in Collaboration with Papermoon and Kalanari
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2024

Experience the magic of EgoPo's 30th anniversary as they present the Ramayana in collaboration with Papermoon and Kalanari. ...
Concord Theatricals Titles Now Available on BroadwayWorld Stage Mag With New Partners Photo Concord Theatricals Titles Now Available on BroadwayWorld Stage Mag With New Partnership
by Team BWW - April 11, 2024

BroadwayWorld and Concord Theatricals announced today a new partnership extending BroadwayWorld’s Stage Mag online show program technology to their entire catalog of titles, including the Andrew Lloyd Webber collection, The Rodgers and Hammerstein collection, Samuel French titles, and the Tams-Witma...
Exclusive: Michael Feinstein on Bringing RAINBOW: THE NEW JUDY GARLAND MUSICAL to the Photo Exclusive: Michael Feinstein on Bringing RAINBOW: THE NEW JUDY GARLAND MUSICAL to the Mark Taper Forum
by Joshua Wright - April 10, 2024

Ahead of his third appearance at the Mark Taper Forum under the banner Feinstein's at the Taper, BroadwayWorld sat down to chat with Michael Feinstein about the upcoming performance of RAINBOW: The New Judy Garland Musical on Saturday, April 13 at 8PM....
Video: Sting Show MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE Is Dancing to New York City Center Photo Video: Sting Show MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE Is Dancing to New York City Center
by Nicole Rosky - April 02, 2024

Kate Prince's Message in a Bottle and it's coming to New York City Center. Initially inspired by Sting’s “Desert Rose” and including “Every Breath You Take,” “Roxanne,” “Fields of Gold,” and 23 more of the artist’s most beloved songs, the new dance-theater show opened to rave reviews on London’s Wes...
Judah & the Lion Release Floating In The Night Photo Judah & the Lion Release "Floating In The Night"
by Stephi Wild - April 05, 2024

With today’s release of “Floating in the Night,” the follow-up to “Great Decisions,” Nashville crossover folk heroes Judah & the Lion (Judah Akers and Brian Macdonald) double down on the post break-up anger – but stretch towards forgiveness. ...
Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre Photo Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 12, 2024

xWe spoke with Alexandra Silber about starring in Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson....
Entertainment Community Fund Launches $160 Million ESSENTIAL Campaign Photo Entertainment Community Fund Launches $160 Million ESSENTIAL Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 09, 2024

Entertainment Community Fund is launching the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign, combining all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places. Learn more!...
Ginko Bugs Will Release Pop-Rock Single 'My Eyelash Girl' Photo Ginko Bugs Will Release Pop-Rock Single 'My Eyelash Girl'
by Stephi Wild - April 03, 2024

Pop-rock artist Ginko Bugs is back with his latest track, 'My Eyelash Girl,' set for release on April 12th....
21st Annual Oxford Film Festival Unveils 20224 Winners Photo 21st Annual Oxford Film Festival Unveils 20224 Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 11, 2024

Discover the winners of the 21st Annual Oxford Film Festival. See the list here and learn more about the films....




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