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Gabrielle Shonk Shares 'Free' + Self-Titled Debut LP Out Now
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 29, 2017


Quebec indie-folk singer/songwriter Gabrielle Shonk will release her highly anticipated self-titled debut album tomorrow, September 29, on Universal Music Canada.

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch Celebrates Black History Month with Fantastic Musical Tributes
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2017


The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch is proudly celebrating Black History Month throughout October with a rich programme of live entertainment, celebrating the diversity in Havering's communities.

Jerry Springer to Host THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE! in Worcester
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


The Price is Right Live! recently announced that TV favorite Jerry Springer will host its interactive stage show when it comes to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts on Friday, October 20 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.

Brian Copeland to Bring Free Performance of THE WAITING PERIOD to The Marsh
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


The Marsh San Francisco announces award-winning performer Brian Copeland is continuing with a free performance of his acclaimed solo piece, The Waiting Period, an unflinching examination of depression in October.

Singer-Songwriter Karen Littman Releases New Album THE DREAM OF LIFE: SET YOURSELF FREE
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


Decades after penning those first tunes about family and relationship challenges that she and other kids faced, this natural gift for bucking convention brilliantly serves her as a unique singer songwriter releasing her debut album The Dream of Life: Set Yourself Free today, September 29th.

NOT A GENUINE BLACK MAN Extends at The Marsh San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


The Marsh San Francisco announces Not a Genuine Black Man, the longest running solo show in San Francisco theater history by award-winning actor, playwright, and talk show host Brian Copeland, will extend at The Marsh due to popular demand.

Neil Berg's 50 YEARS OF ROCK & ROLL Comes To Florida And Georgia
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock & Roll is coming to Florida and Georgia!

Fourth Show Added For AMERICA'S GOT TALENT LIVE at Planet Hollywood
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


America is clamoring to see the stars of America's Got Talent perform live in Las Vegas as the previously announced shows continue to sell out. Due to overwhelming ticket demand, America's Got Talent Live inside the PH Showroom at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has added a fourth show Sunday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the added show are on sale now.

Fourth Show Added for AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2017


America is clamoring to see the stars of America's Got Talent perform live in Las Vegas as the previously announced shows continue to sell out. Due to overwhelming ticket demand, America's Got Talent Live inside the PH Showroom at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has added a fourth show Sunday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the added show are on sale now.

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN to Rock the McCarter This October
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2017


Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock 'n' roll. The unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. 50 years after the Summer of Love, McCarter audiences will rediscover the sights, sounds, and soul of an unforgettable era with A Night with Janis Joplin, October 10 29 in McCarter's Matthews Theatre.

Mike Myers & More Added to Star-Studded Little Kids Rock Benefit Event
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 27, 2017


Little Kids Rock, the national nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives by restoring, expanding, and innovating music education in public schools, has announced that actor and comedian Mike Myers and more have joined the lineup.

Ring in the New Year with CABARET at the Hanover Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2017


Based on Roundabout Theatre Company's Tony Award-winning production, Sam Mendes and Rob Marshall's Cabaret is now on sale for its run at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, playing Thursday, December 28 through New Year's Eve, Sunday, December 31.

The Hanover Theatre Announces 'Diane Kelley Holiday Spectacular'
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2017


The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts invites you to get into the spirit of the holidays on Saturday, December 2 at 6 p.m. with Diane Kelley presents Holiday Spectacular 2017. Tickets are on sale now.

Kalani Pe'a, Burt Bacharach, and Andrew Mcmahon Join October Lineup at Blue Note Hawaii
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2017


Fall has arrived but October is heating up with the acts at Blue Note Hawaii. This month includes legendary national artists, some of the biggest local talents around and some great comedy.

BWW Photo Exclusive: Ariana DeBose, Michelle Williams and More Celebrate Aretha Franklin with the American Pops
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2017


Maestro Luke Frazier and the American Pops Orchestra - Washington, DC's innovative hometown orchestra - honored the 75th birthday of one of the country's most treasured legends with 'Respect: The Music of Aretha Franklin' to kick off their star-studded third season. The concert was conceived by the APO's Founder and conductor Frazier - who led the 19-piece orchestra - performing at the Orchestra's new home, Arena Stage at The Mead Center for American Theater (1101 Sixth Street SW) on Saturday, September 16. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive look at the starry concert below!

The Liza Colby Sound Bursts Through with 'My World' via New Noise Mag
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 26, 2017


New York City's The Liza Colby Sound is ready to rock your world this fall: in anticipation of their upcoming EP DRAW, out 11/17, the band is debuting the visuals for lead single My World , exclusively via New Noise Magazine.

Additional Show Announced for AMERICA'S GOT TALENT LIVE in Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2017


Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets, America's Got Talent Live inside the PH Showroom at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has added an additional show Thursday, Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the added show are on sale now.

Harris Center Welcomes the National Tour of A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2017


Anyone who has heard Janis Joplin knows her immediately the give-all intensity, the great songs, and that rawly emotive voice. A Night With Janis Joplin presents an imagined concert, held a week before her untimely death, with the legendary performer joined by some of her greatest influences from Aretha Franklin to Nina Simone to Bessie Smith to Odetta. Exhilarating Remarkable A joyful ruckus (Washington Post).

New Show Added for AMERICA'S GOT TALENT LIVE at Planet Hollywood
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2017


Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets, America's Got Talent Live inside the PH Showroom at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has added an additional show Thursday, Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the added show are on sale now.

Roy Budd's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Score to Make Debut at the London Coliseum
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2017


A previously-unheard 'Phantom of the Opera' score by legendary Get Carter composer Roy Budd, performed for the first time, 24 years after his death.

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