Industry Pro Newsletter: Concord Theatricals' Catalog Now On Stage Mag
by Alex Freeman - April 15, 2024 As news of additional cuts comes from more councils in the UK, in the US, a new piece of legislation looks to support the still struggling live entertainment industry as it emerges into the new normal. As evidence of the need for such action, we’ve got stories about layoffs at a New Jersey NPR stati...
Tyler Houchins Brings DOWN A YELLOW BRICK ROAD Home to Philadelphia in May
by Stephi Wild - April 12, 2024 Philadelphia cabaret performer, Tyler Houchins, has announced a return of his solo performance, Down A Yellow Brick Road, celebrating legendary actress and vocalist Judy Garland, Thursday, May 16 and Wednesday, May 22 at 8:00 p.m at Rosy’s Taco Bar East in South Philadelphia, bringing cabaret back t...
Lost Dog Street Band Returns With Staggering Storytelling On 'Survived'
by Josh Sharpe - April 26, 2024 The new, reinvigorated direction of Lost Dog Street Band began in the recording process when Tod decided to swap out their traditional recording style of overdubbing parts in favor of recording everything live. It was an experience he was introduced to during his solo album and found the process so ...
Pacific Symphony's 2024-25 Pops Season to Feature Bernadette Peters, Ben Folds, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - April 20, 2024 Pacific Symphony has announced its 2024-25 Pops Series. The season features seven not-to-be-missed pops concerts that include music from Broadway, festive holiday cheer, classic rock, and Latin flair—all enhanced by the “Hollywood” sound of the orchestra....
Review: MR. PARKER at Dezart Performs
by Kay Kudukis - April 16, 2024 Death tends to affect those who remain differently. Some take time to grieve, then march boldly forward, while others live in purgatory, their grief so overwhelming they only function within the pain of their loss. Mr. Parker by Michael McKeever is very much about just that - as was Daniel’s Husband...
Review: CHICAGO THE MUSICAL at Proctors Theatre
by Peyton VanDerheyden - April 21, 2024 What did our critic think of CHICAGO THE MUSICAL at Proctors Theatre?...
Hardcore Band Coliseum Return With First Single In Nine Years 'You Might Be Dead'
by Josh Sharpe - April 17, 2024 Ccelebrated hardcore band Coliseum feat. members Ryan Patterson (vocals/guitar), Kayhan Vaziri (bass/backing vocals) and Carter Wilson (drums/backing vocals) release its first new single in nine years titled “You Might Be Dead.” Following the release of Infinity Shit, “You Might Be Dead” was written...
Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024 Discover the exciting 24/25 season of PENN LIVE ARTS, featuring world, U.S., and Philadelphia premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
New Album 'Sounds Good' from Psychedelic Trio Brainstory Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - April 19, 2024 Brainstory has released their sophomore full-length album Sounds Good via Big Crown Records, produced by Leon Michels aka El Michels Affair. Sounds Good is an album that, simply put, lives up to its name with the band’s unique blend of psychedelic soul permeating each track as well as nods to their ...
Video: Inside Opening Night of HELL'S KITCHEN with Alicia Keys and More
by Joey Mervis - April 23, 2024 In this video, watch as the whole cast and creative team of Hell's Kitchen walk the red carpet before the curtain went up on opening night!...
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...
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....
Review: CLEANSED at CATASTROPHIC THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - April 16, 2024 Should you avoid seeing the show? For God’s sake, no. You will miss what is surely going to be one of the most talked about pieces of work in Houston’s theatrical history. Go see it, and make your own call whether you love or hate it. But don’t let them brainwash you into thinking this is only about...
Cindy Goldfield Named Interim Artistic Director of 42nd Street Moon, San Francisco
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024 Cindy Goldfield, a renowned artist and advocate for inclusivity, has been named Interim Artistic Director for 42nd Street Moon, succeeding Daniel Thomas. Learn more!...
Broadway's Next Hit Musical to Present THE PHONY AWARDS At 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 10, 2024 Catch the exciting event, THE PHONY AWARDS, presented by Broadway's Next Hit Musical at 54 Below. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets! ...
Milwaukee's First Stage to Open ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024 First Stage will conclude its 2023/24 season with ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND, a unique interactive play by award-winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Interview: Varla Jean Merman STANDs BY Her DRAG For One-Nighter @ Catalina Jazz Club
by Gil Kaan - April 21, 2024 Drag icon Varla Jean Merman brings her latest one-woman show Stand By Your Drag to the Catalina Jazz Club for one night only April 23, 2024. Varla Jean found time after her Palm Springs engagement to answer a few of my queries. ...
Review: EMMA is Eccentric at the Denver Center
by Jon Bee - April 18, 2024 When people think of works of art that have vastly outlived their creator, especially as it relates to literature, there is no bigger name than William Shakespeare. His mark on history has proven to have an impact that will live on in perpetuity....
Interview: Hiro Iida, an Electronic Music Designer Making Waves Worldwide
by Ayaka Ozaki - April 13, 2024 Hiro Iida: Known as an electronic music designer making waves worldwide, he's a sound craftsman designing the sound of musicals. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, he has won two Grammy Awards. Some of his notable works include 'The Notebook THE MUSICAL,' 'THE GREAT GATSBY,' 'Kimberly Akimbo,' ...
West Windsor Arts to Honor 2024 Volunteers of the Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024 In recognition of National Volunteer Month, West Windsor Arts has named Shaheen Shahnaz and Latoya Edwards as its Adult Volunteers of the Year and Sharaya Gala and Aarohi Honap as its Student Volunteers of the Year. Learn more!...
Drummer/Composer Phil Haynes Revisits Music of Quintet 4 Horns & What? in New Album
by Blair Ingenthron - April 20, 2024 In the midst of reflecting on his long and varied career for his acclaimed memoir Chasing the Masters: First Takes of a Modern Drumming Artist, drummer/composer Phil Haynes lingered on revisiting the music he’d made with his audacious quintet 4 Horns & What? during the early 1990s...
REVIEW: Sydney Theatre Company's NO PAY? NO WAY! Returns Even Better And More Relevant
by Jade Kops - April 12, 2024 In 2020, pre-Covid, Sydney Theatre Company staged NO PAY? NO WAY!, Marieke Hardy’s adaptation of Dario Fo and Franca Rame’s political farce SOTTO PAGA! NON SI PAGA! This production, directed by Sarah Giles has been given an encore season with new performers stepping into three of the five roles, re...
The Lesser-Known Works of Composer, Musician, and Orchestrator Tom Kitt
by Stephi Wild - April 19, 2024 Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!...
Bartlett Sher, Bob Martin, Adam Guettel & More Set for Alliance Theatre's 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024 Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre has revealed the productions for the 56th season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets....
New Temporary Public Art Program In Scottsdale Supports Emerging Artists
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2024 After more than a decade, the temporary public art program IN FLUX has come to an end, but Scottsdale Arts is taking up the mantle to continue bringing temporary public art to the city of Scottsdale. ... |