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George Gershwin's First Musical Rediscovered After Nearly A Century


George Gershwin's long-lost first musical has been unearthed by a Michigan researcher after almost a century.

Photo Flash: Get a First Look at Flat Rock Playhouse's BROADWAY ON THE ROCK


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2018 season continues by bringing audiences another hit musical theater experience, Broadway on the Rock, running July 6th - July 21st on the Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage. In response to the 2017 hit production of Music of the Night: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Flat Rock Playhouse's brand new production of Broadway on the Rock, will feature music from Oklahoma, The Sound of Music, West Side Story, Hair, Oliver, Brigadoon, Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, The Lion King, Wicked and more!

Music on the Rock Continues with MOTOWN!


The Flat Rock Playhouse Music on the Rock Series continues with the sounds of the 60s and 70s straight from Motor City! Fulfill all of your musical Temptations with the top tunes from Motown artists including The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye and more! Running August 3rd - 13th at the Playhouse Downtown on Main Street in Hendersonville, NC, Music on the Rock: Motown Summer Nights promises an evening that will make you want sing along and leave you dancing in the street!

Actor & Singer/Songwriter Alfred Jackson to Hold Album Release & Benefit Concert at the Avalon


Indie Nights Presents live at the Avalon actor, singer and songwriter Alfred Jackson for a 'Complicated' album release and benefit concert. The concert will take place July 30th at 6pm.

Photo Flash: Flat Rock Playhouse's SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Opens


They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway -they say there's always magic in the air… And soon, there will surely be some of that Broadway magic gracing the Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage, "mountain-style", with the return of the State Theatre's 2007 hit, Smokey Joe's Cafe!

Flat Rock Playhouse presents SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE


They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway -they say there's always magic in the air… And soon, there will surely be some of that Broadway magic gracing the Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage, "mountain-style", with the return of the State Theatre's 2007 hit, Smokey Joe's Cafe!  Performing the Music of the great Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller, the band will be jumpin' and the joint will begin to swing until everyone in the historic barn theatre is singin' and dancin' to the Jailhouse Rock!  As the first large-scale musical production of the 2017 Mainstage Series, Smokey Joe's Cafe will run on the Mainstage in the Village of Flat Rock from April 21st through May 13th, featuring a cast of nine spectacular performers and a rockin' band of six musicians who will bring down the house with this musical masterpiece.

BWW Review: BROADWAY CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND at Music Hall At Fair Park


Perhaps it's because I'm a Jew, bringing my two Jew daughters (age six) to a Christmas musical, or perhaps it's the fact that a strong majority of the Christmas songs presented in Broadway Christmas Wonderland were, in fact, written by Jews, however when sitting down to enjoy this show, it quickly becomes obvious that a person doesn't have to be a Christian or celebrate Christmas to enjoy this musical at the Music Hall at Fair Park. The cast is filled with unbelievably skilled dancers and singers, and the stage presence of all six of the leads is delightful and carried with strength.

Prospect Theater to Present TAKE ON ME Musical Next Weekend


On October 14 and 15, Prospect Theater will be filled with the joyous sounds of a live big band, and 80s songs that defined your life. Take On Me will send audiences back to the 1950's New Orleans in this musical revue featuring four couples struggling with the highs and lows of love! All told with 80's pop hit, the four couples promise a swinging good time "all night long."

Prospect Theater to Present TAKE ON ME Musical Next Weekend


On October 14 and 15, Prospect Theater will be filled with the joyous sounds of a live big band, and 80s songs that defined your life. Take On Me will send audiences back to the 1950's New Orleans in this musical revue featuring four couples struggling with the highs and lows of love! All told with 80's pop hit, the four couples promise a swinging good time "all night long."

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Flat Rock Playhouse's THE MUSIC AND DANCING OF DIRTY DANCING


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2016 season will continue with a brand new Music on the Rock featuring songs and dances from 80s hit film, Dirty Dancing. The Music and Dancing of Dirty Dancing will run from tonight, August 25th, through September 4th at The Flat Rock Playhouse Downtown on Main Street in Hendersonville. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in action below!

Flat Rock Playhouse to Present THE MUSIC AND DANCING OF DIRTY DANCING


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2016 season will continue with a brand new Music on the Rock featuring songs and dances from 80s hit film, Dirty Dancing. The Music and Dancing of Dirty Dancing will run from August 25th through September 4th at The Flat Rock Playhouse Downtown on Main Street in Hendersonville.

Flat Rock Playhouse to Present THE MUSIC AND DANCING OF DIRTY DANCING


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2016 season will continue with a brand new Music on the Rock featuring songs and dances from 80s hit film, Dirty Dancing. The Music and Dancing of Dirty Dancing will run from August 25th through September 4th at The Flat Rock Playhouse Downtown on Main Street in Hendersonville.

Photo Flash: First Look at Stu James and More in RECORDED IN HOLLYWOOD at the Douglas


Veteran Broadway actor Stu James (Benny in RENT, national tour of The Color Purple) will reprise the role of black entrepreneur and music mogul John Dolphin when last season's smash hit musical RECORDED IN HOLLYWOOD gets an all-new production at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City. Previews began July 8, with the press opening was held on July 16. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Jefferson Awards Foundation Honors Adam Braun, Fred Jackson & More at Annual NYC Ceremony


The Jefferson Awards Foundation, America's most prestigious and longest standing organization dedicated to activating and celebrating public service, today honors America's most outstanding philanthropic achievements in 2015 at its annual gala in New York City.

MEXICAN HAYRIDE, SMILE, AMERICA'S SWEETHEART and More Set for 2013-14 Season at Musicals Tonight!


Musicals Tonight! announces its 2013-2014 season, featuring Cole Porter, Marvin Hamlisch, Will Holt, George & Ira Gershwin and Rodgers & Hart.

Tickets to Musicals Tonight! 2013-2014 Season on Sale 9/3


Musicals Tonight! the Obie-winning company dedicated to the revival of neglected musicals kicks off its 16th NY season with Cole Porter'sMexican Hayride (October 8 - 20) directed by Thomas Sabella-Mills, with music direction by James Stenborg.

MEXICAN HAYRIDE, SMILE, AMERICA'S SWEETHEART and More Set for 2013-14 Season at Musicals Tonight!


Musicals Tonight! announces its 2013-2014 season, featuring Cole Porter, Marvin Hamlisch, Will Holt, George & Ira Gershwin and Rodgers & Hart.

The El Capitan Theatre Screens CINDERELLA, Now thru 8/30


Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre presents Walt Disney's animated masterpiece "Cinderella" for a special limited engagement from tonight, August 15 through August 30 2012, announced today by Lylle Breier, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Special Events for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

The El Capitan Theatre Screens CINDERELLA, 8/15-30


Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre will present Walt Disney's animated masterpiece "Cinderella" for a special limited engagement from August 15 through August 30 2012, announced today by Lylle Breier, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Special Events for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

El Capitan Theatre Screens 'The Lady and the Tramp,' 2/3-16


Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre will present Walt Disney's animated classic "Lady and the Tramp" along with Disney's all-new short, "Puppy Love" February 3-16 2012, it was announced today by Lylle Breier, senior vice president of worldwide special events for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. This special engagement is exclusively at the El Capitan Theatre and features a special live appearance by Mickey Mouse at every showing. Guests can also take home the beloved classic with the first time on Diamond Edition Blu-Ray combo pack available for pre-order February 7th.

Fred Jackson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Fred Jackson written?

Fred Jackson has written 4 shows including La-La-Lucille! (Bookwriter), Two Little Girls in Blue (Bookwriter), For Goodness Sake (Bookwriter), Mercenary Mary (Bookwriter).

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