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Jane Monheit, Marcello Pellitteri, and More to Play Birdland This Month Photo Jane Monheit, Marcello Pellitteri, and More to Play Birdland This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - November 03, 2023

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced all jazz programming running November 6th - November 19th....


SHUCKED Producer Mike Bosner on Saying Goodbye to Broadway Photo SHUCKED Producer Mike Bosner on Saying Goodbye to Broadway
by Cara Joy David - December 18, 2023

Late last season a musical came to Broadway from an unusual tryout city with a marketing campaign tied to a fruit. Shucked will leave Broadway in a month, though seemingly not because of either of the oddities I just mentioned....


The National Announces 6:30pm Experiment--Is Broadway Next? Photo The National Announces 6:30pm Experiment--Is Broadway Next?
by Cara Joy David - October 23, 2023

Last week, London’s National Theatre announced that starting in February 2024, select Tuesday and Thursday performances for new productions will begin at 6:30pm. Is it a good idea? Should the West End or Broadway adopt 6:30pm curtains? It’s hard to know, but it could pay off....


The Coolidge Corner Theatre Announces Winter / Spring 2024 Lineup Of Weekly Kids' Sho Photo The Coolidge Corner Theatre Announces Winter / Spring 2024 Lineup Of Weekly Kids' Shows
by A.A. Cristi - December 21, 2023

The Coolidge Corner Theatre (‘the Coolidge') has announced the winter/spring 2024 lineup of its weekly Kids' Shows. Sure to delight all ages, the new season launches on Sunday, January 7 at 10:30am with a live performance by The Stacey Peasley Band....


The National Announces 6:30pm Experiment--Is Broadway Next? Photo The National Announces 6:30pm Experiment--Is Broadway Next?
by Cara Joy David - October 23, 2023

Last week, London’s National Theatre announced that starting in February 2024, select Tuesday and Thursday performances for new productions will begin at 6:30pm. Is it a good idea? Should the West End or Broadway adopt 6:30pm curtains? It’s hard to know, but it could pay off....


Number of New Broadway Musicals Will Top Prior 21st Century High Photo Number of New Broadway Musicals Will Top Prior 21st Century High
by Cara Joy David - October 02, 2023

Grumbling in the industry was this season would have fewer musicals. Shows were taking longer to receive their full capitalization. Many musicals were losing hundreds of thousands of dollars per week. Attendance was down. Buying habits had changed. In other words, it didn’t feel like a particularly ...


Lookingglass Comes to PBS in a Rare Broadcast of Regional Theater Photo Lookingglass Comes to PBS in a Rare Broadcast of Regional Theater
by Cara Joy David - December 11, 2023

We all know regional theater is in trouble. One of my favorite companies, the Lookingglass Theatre Company, is in the middle of a semi-pause while it assesses how to produce live theater in this new world. But this coming Friday, its Lookingglass Alice will air on PBS....


Lookingglass Comes to PBS in a Rare Broadcast of Regional Theater Photo Lookingglass Comes to PBS in a Rare Broadcast of Regional Theater
by Cara Joy David - December 11, 2023

We all know regional theater is in trouble. One of my favorite companies, the Lookingglass Theatre Company, is in the middle of a semi-pause while it assesses how to produce live theater in this new world. But this coming Friday, its Lookingglass Alice will air on PBS....


Review: BRIAN CULBERTSON BRINGS HIS TRILOGY TOUR TO CHARLOTTE, NC at Knight Theater Photo Review: BRIAN CULBERTSON BRINGS HIS TRILOGY TOUR TO CHARLOTTE, NC at Knight Theater
by Vickie Evans - November 17, 2023

Music is a soother of the soul. Seeing Brian Culbertson in person is such a jubilant experience. The melodious display of jazz, R&B, Funk, and Soul bought theater patrons so much joy that was expressed in dancing, singing, and toe-tapping....


The THUMP & SOUL SESSION to be Presented at Gallery X in November Photo The THUMP & SOUL SESSION to be Presented at Gallery X in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 10, 2023

Experience the revival of Gallery X with The THUMP & SOUL SESSION on November 25th. DJ The ZYG 808 will spin a mix of House music, Afrobeats, Rare Groove, Dancehall, and EDM. Monthly event starting January 2024....


Eisemann Center Hosts Access+Inclusion 24 Continuing the Focus on Mental Wellness and Photo Eisemann Center Hosts Access+Inclusion 24 Continuing the Focus on Mental Wellness and the Arts
by Stephi Wild - January 09, 2024

The Eisemann Center and the City of Richardson are presenting a community event called Access+Inclusion 24: A Road Toward Mental Wellness the week of February 12-15, 2024....


Bryce Edwards to Present THE FRIVOLITY HOUR at Birdland This Month Photo Bryce Edwards to Present THE FRIVOLITY HOUR at Birdland This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2024

BIRDLAND will present Bryce Edwards, a crooning troubadour and nouveau vaudevillian, in 'THE FRIVOLITY HOUR' on 1/22....


See Frank Catalano Quartet, Karrin Allyson & More Upcoming at Birdland Photo See Frank Catalano Quartet, Karrin Allyson & More Upcoming at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 20, 2023

Discover the exciting jazz programming coming up at Birdland. Learn how to purchase tickets!...


'Try January' Programme Of Artistic And Community Events For All Comes To Riverside S Photo 'Try January' Programme Of Artistic And Community Events For All Comes To Riverside Studios In 2024
by Stephi Wild - December 21, 2023

 Riverside Studios is inviting Londoners to discover something new with a specially curated programme of cultural and community events.  Learn more about the programme here!...


Absence of Suburbanites Impacts More Than You Think Photo Absence of Suburbanites Impacts More Than You Think
by Cara Joy David - January 16, 2024

Many folks have read in the last couple of weeks that Broadway is suffering from a suburban theatergoer drought. That is true. Two things are important to note related to that. First, this impacts more than simply pure overall attendance numbers. Second, this isn’t totally unique to New York....


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....


Listen: Broadway Podcast Network Launches THE WEEKLY DOSE OF JOEL Podcast, Hosted by Photo Listen: Broadway Podcast Network Launches THE WEEKLY DOSE OF JOEL Podcast, Hosted by Joel Crump
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 06, 2023

Get the latest Broadway news, theater history, and exclusive interviews with Broadway stars on 'The Weekly Dose of Joel' podcast. Hosted by Joel Crump, this new podcast from Broadway Podcast Network is a must-listen for theater enthusiasts....


Christopher O'Riley to Perform Music of Radiohead and J.S. Bach at Kennedy Center on Photo Christopher O'Riley to Perform Music of Radiohead and J.S. Bach at Kennedy Center on Monday
by Blair Ingenthron - November 05, 2023

Celebrated concert pianist Christopher O'Riley will perform his own arrangements of British band and Grammy winner Radiohead followed by Johann Sebastian Bach's iconic Preludes and Fugues, Numbers I though XII, on Monday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. ...


DIVA ROYALE Extends at The Purple Rose Theatre Company Photo DIVA ROYALE Extends at The Purple Rose Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - January 09, 2024

 The Purple Rose Theatre Company (PRTC) has announced the extension of their hit comedy, “Diva Royale” by Jeff Daniels. Learn more about the show here and find out how to get tickets!...


Bill Kenwright: There Will Never Be Another Photo Bill Kenwright: There Will Never Be Another
by Cara Joy David - October 30, 2023

Bill Kenwright, who passed away last week, was an old-school dedicated leader. He committed totally to his projects. He knew more about them than anyone. And he often knew more about other people’s projects than even the people involved with those projects....


Lookingglass Comes to PBS in a Rare Broadcast of Regional Theater Photo Lookingglass Comes to PBS in a Rare Broadcast of Regional Theater
by Cara Joy David - December 11, 2023

We all know regional theater is in trouble. One of my favorite companies, the Lookingglass Theatre Company, is in the middle of a semi-pause while it assesses how to produce live theater in this new world. But this coming Friday, its Lookingglass Alice will air on PBS....


Bankruptcy Court Recommends Approving Hal Luftig Company Reorg Plan, With Caveats Photo Bankruptcy Court Recommends Approving Hal Luftig Company Reorg Plan, With Caveats
by Cara Joy David - November 27, 2023

As his Here Lies Love played its last week of performances on Broadway, producer Hal Luftig scored a significant victory in court. The Bankruptcy Court of the Southern District of New York recommended confirming the reorganization plan for Hal Luftig Company, Inc....


What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming October 9th - October 22nd Photo What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming October 9th - October 22nd
by A.A. Cristi - October 06, 2023

Discover the upcoming jazz programming at Birdland from October 9th to October 22nd. Get ready for a lineup of incredible jazz performances at this renowned venue....


Birdland to Present 14th Annual A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS This Holiday Season Photo Birdland to Present 14th Annual A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 10, 2023

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the 14th Annual “A Swinging Birdland Christmas” for five performances from Thursday, December 21 to Monday, December 25 at 5:30 PM....


Number of New Broadway Musicals Will Top Prior 21st Century High Photo Number of New Broadway Musicals Will Top Prior 21st Century High
by Cara Joy David - October 02, 2023

Grumbling in the industry was this season would have fewer musicals. Shows were taking longer to receive their full capitalization. Many musicals were losing hundreds of thousands of dollars per week. Attendance was down. Buying habits had changed. In other words, it didn’t feel like a particularly ...






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