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Finding Happy is a dramedy following the Black female experience through the unfulfilled life of Yaz Carter, beginning with her unhappy 36th birthday. The show features Yaz's loving-but-complicated family, her stagnant career in the evolving landscape of radio, and a merry-go-round of unrequited love while dating in the love desert of Atlanta. Finding Happy reveals over time that true happiness can only be found within.

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V Of BTS Joins UMI For New 'wherever U R' Versions Photo V Of BTS Joins UMI For New 'wherever U R' Versions
by Michael Major - February 14, 2024

UMI has released three new versions of her chart-topping single “wherever u r” ft. V of BTS. The romance-tinged reworkings follow the January 19 release of UMI's critically acclaimed talking to the wind EP. The three delicate new versions (all mixed by producer and UMI's close collaborator V-Ron) sh...
gglum Announces Debut Album On Secretly Canadian & Shares 2 New Singles Photo gglum Announces Debut Album On Secretly Canadian & Shares 2 New Singles
by Michael Major - January 24, 2024

gglum announces debut album on Secretly Canadian & shares 2 new singles. The Garden Dream feels like a deep moment of realization for Smoker. Coming after previous, formative 8-track projects Weak Teeth (2022) and once the edge has worn off (2021) it has opened up space for her to reach out to her p...
The World Premiere of OPHELIA by Stefan Marks to Open at The Odyssey Theatre in April Photo The World Premiere of OPHELIA by Stefan Marks to Open at The Odyssey Theatre in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 19, 2024

Playwright Stefan Marks will direct the world premiere of his new play “Ophelia” as a visiting production at The Odyssey Theatre in West Los Angeles. Learn more about this production and see how to purchase tickets....
Review: THE DREAM OF A RIDICULOUS MAN, Marylebone Theatre Photo Review: THE DREAM OF A RIDICULOUS MAN, Marylebone Theatre
by Gary Naylor - March 29, 2024

A tale for our time - a thought that brings both a disillusioned sense that little has changed in 150 years but also a sense that things can...
Jessica Fontana to Release Debut Solo Album EVERY DAY SPECIAL Photo Jessica Fontana to Release Debut Solo Album EVERY DAY SPECIAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 26, 2024

Broadway actress, writer, and podcaster Jessica Fontana is releasing her debut solo album: Every Day Special....
FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations Photo FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - January 17, 2024

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Gre...
Review: IN THE HEIGHTS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL Photo Review: IN THE HEIGHTS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - February 01, 2024

The new production at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire is In The Heights. The music and lyrics are by Lin-Manuel Miranda (pre-Hamilton) and the book is by Quiara Alegria Hudes. Washington Heights in New York City is the setting. This is a story about hope, love but mostly family. ...
Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll, the new musical inspired by the iconic songs written and performed by Huey Lewis and The News, officially begins previews tonight, March 29. The musical  will open at The James Earl Jones Theatre on Monday, April 22. Meet the cast of The Heart of Rock and Roll here!...
The Old Globe Presents The Return Of Its Popular Annual Event THINKING SHAKESPEARE LI Photo The Old Globe Presents The Return Of Its Popular Annual Event THINKING SHAKESPEARE LIVE!
by A.A. Cristi - February 16, 2024

The Old Globe has announced that the popular annual event Thinking Shakespeare Live!, directed by the Globe's Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein, will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe'...
Noah Haidu Celebrates STANDARDS II At Brooklyn Conservatory Of Music In April Photo Noah Haidu Celebrates STANDARDS II At Brooklyn Conservatory Of Music In April
by A.A. Cristi - March 29, 2024

Pianist Noah Haidu will celebrate the release of Standards II, the follow-up to his acclaimed 2023 Standards, with an album release concert on Friday, April 19 at Brooklyn Conservatory of Music....
Student Blog: How Meal Prepping Can Change Your Artistry For The Better Photo Student Blog: How Meal Prepping Can Change Your Artistry For The Better
by Student Blogger: Carissa Ferguson - February 27, 2024

One habit I've picked up during my time as a BFA Musical Theatre student is meal prepping. I know... eye roll. I'm sure to the non-meal-prepper; this whole blog might sound like the nagging mom who cries, 'Make sure you eat the carrots and broccoli I packed!' as she drops her son off at elementary s...
Interview: 'This is An Insane Feat': Actors Elizabeth Ayodele and Baker Mukasa on the Photo Interview: 'This is An Insane Feat': Actors Elizabeth Ayodele and Baker Mukasa on the Epic STANDING AT THE SKY'S EDGE
by Kat Mokrynski - March 11, 2024

Standing at the Sky’s Edge has arrived at the Gillian Lynne Theatre on the West End after runs at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield and the National Thetare. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Baker Mukasa (George) and Elizabeth Ayodele (Joy) about their roles within the show. ...
A DOG STORY Comes to The Wilburton Inn in May Photo A DOG STORY Comes to The Wilburton Inn in May
by Stephi Wild - March 25, 2024

The Wilburton Inn will host two concert presentations of Off Broadway's musical romantic comedy, A Dog Story....
Student Blog: Researching Local History Photo Student Blog: Researching Local History
by Student Blogger: Tatiana Atehortua - February 28, 2024

I think researching this kind of thing is very interesting, because all towns have some time of relationship with their surroundings. It's also very fun to take your other interests (such as musical theatre, for me) and see how they relate to your town's history....
Good Morning Announce New Double LP Good Morning Seven in March Photo Good Morning Announce New Double LP Good Morning Seven in March
by Michael Major - January 23, 2024

Good Morning Seven marks a pivotal moment in the band's history, a product of the investment (and pay-off) in taking time. Historically the duo of Liam Parsons and Stefan Blair write and record independently from each other, in a matter of days, releasing albums, EPs and double tracks all in quick s...
THE HELLO GIRLS to Play the Kennedy Center & Symphony Space This May Photo THE HELLO GIRLS to Play the Kennedy Center & Symphony Space This May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Prospect Theater Company's production of The Hello Girls will play Washington, DC for one night only on Tuesday, May 7th at 7:30pm in the Terrace Theater at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts....
Interview: Jeremy Davis of DISNEY'S FROZEN Coming to the National Arts Centre Next We Photo Interview: Jeremy Davis of DISNEY'S FROZEN Coming to the National Arts Centre Next Week
by Courtney Castelino - February 15, 2024

Jeremy Davis shared some information about the evolution of the show, to challenges portraying his character, as well as some special moments....
Julia Keefe, Ben Allison-Ted Nash-Steve Cardenas, and More to Play Birdland This Mont Photo Julia Keefe, Ben Allison-Ted Nash-Steve Cardenas, and More to Play Birdland This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - January 06, 2024

Discover the exciting jazz programming coming up at Birdland from January 8th to January 21st. Birdland features live performances from talented jazz musicians in a vibrant and intimate setting....
Chloe Star Shares New Single 'Happy Place' Photo Chloe Star Shares New Single 'Happy Place'
by Michael Major - January 05, 2024

Chloe Star returns with her new single, 'Happy Place,' out on all streaming platforms. Bold, evocative, openly queer, and a fierce advocate for female empowerment, Chloe Star is the definition of a modern day rockstar. Her music is equally defiant, shamelessly blending elements of pop, rock, punk an...
Interview: Kandi Burruss on Bringing THE WIZ to 'Another Level' as Producer on Broadw Photo Interview: Kandi Burruss on Bringing THE WIZ to 'Another Level' as Producer on Broadway Revival
by Michael Major - February 06, 2024

Kandi Burruss is bringing The Wiz to 'another level' as she produces her first Broadway musical. BroadwayWorld sat down with Kandi Burruss to discuss what the expect from The Wiz, the importance of Black producers on Broadway, and using her platform on The Real Housewives of Atlanta to spotlight Bro...
Review: COMPANY at Peace Center Photo Review: COMPANY at Peace Center
by Elizabeth Cortes - February 05, 2024

Sometimes art imitates life, and such was the case when both Britney Coleman (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Beetlejuice, Sunset Boulevard) and her character both celebrated their 35th birthdays at Tuesday night’s performance of Stephen Sondheim's Company at the Peace Center. In this fresh new ...
See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in Apr Photo See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 01, 2024

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets....
Interview: Kandi Burruss on Bringing THE WIZ to 'Another Level' as Producer on Broadw Photo Interview: Kandi Burruss on Bringing THE WIZ to 'Another Level' as Producer on Broadway Revival
by Michael Major - February 06, 2024

Kandi Burruss is bringing The Wiz to 'another level' as she produces her first Broadway musical. BroadwayWorld sat down with Kandi Burruss to discuss what the expect from The Wiz, the importance of Black producers on Broadway, and using her platform on The Real Housewives of Atlanta to spotlight Bro...
FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations Photo FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - January 17, 2024

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Gre...
Review: BROADWAY ON BROADWAY at Rialto Community Theatre Photo Review: BROADWAY ON BROADWAY at Rialto Community Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - March 08, 2024

What did our critic think of BROADWAY ON BROADWAY at Rialto Community Theatre? Nestled in the charming downtown area of Morrilton along the railroad tracks sits the historic Rialto Theatre, 213 E Broadway St., that looks like something out of your history books, and to be honest, it is. ...




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