Interview: Steve Landes of RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES at Dr. Phillips Center on May 5
by Joseph Harrison - April 25, 2024 When the opening chords of a familiar Beatles tune drifts out of the doors of the Walt Disney Theater on May 5th, guests might just think they stepped back in time 50+ years to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper, Magical Mystery Tour and all your favorite hits. And if they come see RAIN - A Tribute to t...
THE SCENARIOS World Premiere & More Set for Studio Theatre's 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024 Discover the exciting lineup of extraordinary plays announced for STUDIO THEATRE's 2024-2025 season. Stay tuned for a theatrical experience like no other....
Interview: A Look at Motherhood in TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL with Roz White
by The Marriage Matinee - April 26, 2024 Tina Turner’s name evokes an instant reaction. Those four simple syllables have a unique weight and impact to them because she was such a tour de force. Yet behind the powerhouse and beyond the glittering lights, Tina Turner had a past. A past that included a mother-daughter relationship that was fr...
Review: FRONTIERS SANS FRONTIERS at Spooky Action Theater
by Tavish Young - April 29, 2024 Frontiers Sans Frontiers is good. It's refreshing, biting, funny, and relevant. From April 25th to May 19th, under a few trashbags and discarded cups of tea, DC theatre goers may be able to find Spooky Action Theater's production of Frontiers Sans Frontiers....
INTERVIEW: Marcus M. Martin on Letting the Genie Out of the Lamp for ALADDIN's Final Stop in Costa Mesa
by Melissa Heckscher - May 01, 2024 BroadwayWorld talks with Marcus M. Martin about what it's like playing 'Genie' eight shows a week in Aladdin, how he got here (including running on a treadmill while singing 'Friend Like Me' to get in shape for the part), and what's next for the new touring Broadway star. ...
Interview: VARLA JEAN MERMAN of STAND BY YOUR DRAG at MATCH
by Brett Cullum - April 28, 2024 I live in Florida, and I love Florida; Florida has amazing people and an amazing LGBTQ community, but, as you know, the government really isn't on our side there. When the drag bans started to happen, it really freaked you out because it happened like suddenly you weren't allowed to perform outside ...
Student Blog: On The Verge of a Showcase
by Student Blogger: Natalie Liew - April 28, 2024 When I came to the UK to pursue my degree in musical theatre, I never thought I would land myself in so many other things outside of performing on stage. In a whirlwind of events, alongside my assessments, I have landed myself a part in our third year’s final showcase....
Interview: James Whiteside's YOUNG & BEAUTIFUL Makes New York Premiere at The Joyce
by Christina Pandolfi - April 28, 2024 Ballet dancer, choreographer, author, pop star, content creator: James Whiteside does it all. Formerly with Boston Ballet, Whiteside was named Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre in 2013, and hasn’t slowed down since. A prolific standout in the company, synonymous with roles like Solor in...
Interview: THE GREAT GATSBY's Samantha Pauly Talks Originating Another Role on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 27, 2024 Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Samantha Pauly as she discusses starring as Jordan Baker in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!...
BWW Q&A: Lauren Zakrin on MAD HATTER THE MUSICAL at Herberger Theater Center
by Joshua Wright - April 22, 2024 We chatted with Lauren Zakrin about Herberger Theater Center's thrilling and unforgettable new production, Mad Hatter the Musical, which will bring new life to familiar characters as a prequel to Alice in Wonderland....
Interview: How to Make a Cad—BUTTERFLY's Pinkerton—Appealing, According to Jonathan Tetelman
by Richard Sasanow - April 26, 2024 It’s a big season at the Met for tenor Jonathan Tetelman—born in Chile, raised in New Jersey—and he’s taking every advantage of it. He’s come to town with a reputation as a Puccini specialist (not that there’s anything wrong with that). How does he feel about that? “Well, I basically built my voice...
Interview: Theatre Life with Nora Palka
by Elliot Lanes - May 02, 2024 Today’s subject Nora Palka is currently living her theatre life at Signature Theatre playing Jeanie in their current production of Hair. The production runs through July seventh in the MAX. Hair is a homecoming for Nora to be sure. She grew up in the DC area and as you will read, credits Signature ...
San Diego Alt-Rockers Los Saints Release 'If Everything Goes'
by Josh Sharpe - April 26, 2024 The San Diego-based alternative rock quartet Los Saints has unveiled 'If Everything Goes,' the third single from their highly anticipated debut album 'Certified', slated for release on July 26 via ENCI Records. Following the recording of 'Certified', Los Saints has grown into a four-piece, with the ...
Interview: Adriana Scalice of SIX at Proctors
by Jared West - May 01, 2024 Starting on Tuesday, May 7th, the six queens of SIX the musical will be in town for a week performing the hit Broadway show about the six wives of Henry VIII. Among them is 23-year-old Upstate native Adriana Scalice, who dazzles audiences with her portrayal of one of history's most intriguing monarc...
Interview: Simon Godwin on How MACBETH Can Connect to Audiences Today
by Josh Sharpe - April 29, 2024 Simon Godwin is no stranger to the work of Shakespeare. Until May 5, his production of Macbeth is playing in D.C. with a cast led by Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma. The film version of this same production will hit theaters on May 2. BroadwayWorld sat down with Godwin to discuss his take on Shakespe...
Interview: Jocelyn Bioh on the Success of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING & Broadway Representation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024 BroadwayWorld spoke with playwright Jocelyn Bioh about her inspiration for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, why the success of the play was so meaningful, her organization Black Women on Broadway, and much more. Read the interview here!...
Review Roundup: THE GREAT GATSBY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada!
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024 Welcome to the Jazz Age! The new musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby opens on Broadway tonight, starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada! Read the reviews!...
Interview: Dr. Noreen Green, Conductor of the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony
by Shari Barrett - April 24, 2024 Dr. Noreen Green, the Founding Artistic Director and Conductor of the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony has spent 30 years presenting music of the Jewish experience. I decided to speak with Maestra Green on her history with the LAJS, conducting past concerts, and the group’s recent 30th Anniversary celebr...
Review: Take 6 Takes the Cake at Birdland
by Rob Lester - May 03, 2024 Take note: Take 6 is at Birdland Jazz Club through Saturday. They take the art of vocal harmony singing to impressive heights. Their opening show on Wednesday May 1 was a smash....
Review: FRIENDS. THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY at The Kujawsko-Pomorski Music Theatre, Torun
by Natalia Jarczynska - April 22, 2024 What did our critic think of FRIENDS. THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY at The Kujawsko-Pomorski Music Theatre, Torun?...
Interview: 'It's a Real Behemoth of a Role: Actor Rosie Sheehy on Capital Punishment, Misogyny and Fatigue in Sophie Treadwell's MACHINAL
by Kat Mokrynski - May 02, 2024 Recently, we had the chance to talk with Rosie Sheehy about taking on the role of Helen Jones, or “The Young Woman,” in Machinal. We discussed what compelled her to join this production, what it is like being a part of a work based on the real life of a woman and what she hopes audiences take away f...
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING STORY at Argenta Contemporary Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - April 30, 2024 What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING STORY at Argenta Contemporary Theatre?...
Interview: Brent Bristow And Noah Hungate of EMERALD CITY COUNCIL
by Theresa Bertram - April 25, 2024 Life is about making connections, and when my daughter told me she wanted me to interview her Band Director Brent Bristow at Arkansas State University Beebe because he started a band named EMERALD CITY COUNCIL and released a new album entitled MOTION CARRIES, I was intrigued....
Vocalist Sybil Evans Stages Jazz Comeback At Age 90 With The Sybil Evans Trio
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024 At age 90, Sybil Evans makes a triumphant return to the jazz scene with the Sybil Evans Trio. Learn more! ...
Interview: Norm Lewis Battles Wits with Seth Rudetsky During One-Highter at The Wallis
by Gil Kaan - April 23, 2024 Broadway @ The Wallis concert series, this time featuring Seth Rudetsky and Norm Lewis, returns for its final curtain of the 2023/2024 Season May 2, 2024, at The Wallis. Expect an evening of loads of Broadway trivia from Seth coupled with the melodious vocals of Norm. Amidst his busy schedule, Norm... |