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Video: Watch New Clips of 'Hell No,' 'Mysterious Ways,' and 'Push Da Button' from THE COLOR PURPLE
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 26, 2023

Watch interviews with the cast and new clips from the film, including 'Hell No,' 'Mysterious Ways,' and 'Push Da Button,' in the new THE COLOR PURPLE promo video here!

Video: Halle Bailey Sings 'Huckleberry Pie' From THE COLOR PURPLE with Phylicia Pearl Mpasi
by Michael Major - Nov 24, 2023

Following her performance in The Little Mermaid, Halle Bailey is continuing her year by playing Nettie in The Color Purple movie musical. Bailey plays Nettie, the younger sister of Celie, who is first played by Phylicia Pearl Mpasi before Fantasia Barrino takes on the mature version. Nettie is later played by Ciara. Watch the video!

Jacob Collier Announces UK & Europe Dates for the 'Djesse Vol. 4' World Tour 2024
by Michael Major - Nov 24, 2023

Next Autumn, following the release of his highly anticipated (already Grammy-nominated) album Djesse Vol. 4 (February 29th Hajanga / Decca / Interscope), Collier and his illustrious band will traverse the continent on a 22-date run, produced by Live Nation, which kicks off in Portugal on 2nd November at Lisbon's Sala Tejo.

Photos: See the THE COLOR PURPLE Cast Attend London Screening
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2023

The Color Purple attended a VIP screening of the film at the Regent Street Cinema in London, England. Check out photos of Corey Hawkins, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Fantasia Barrino and Colman Domingo and director Blitz Bazawule at the screening now! Following the screening, the cast attended an event at The IET Building Rooftop in London.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards; SHREK! THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

New Collection RAIN From Late Vocalist Nora York Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2023

Good Mood Records returns with the new album RAIN from the groundbreaking late vocalist and songwriter NORA YORK.

Social Roundup: First THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Muiscal Reactions After Debut Public Screening
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023

The first reactions to the new movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple are here! While formal reviews will be released at a later date, take a look at what the first audiences who have seen the movie posted to social media. The Color Purple stars Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Halle Bailey, and more.

Brenna Whitaker Comes to Catalina Jazz Club This Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2023

Acclaimed Universal recording artist Brenna Whitaker will bring her new, intimate concert Her Voice and Jazz Piano to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood for one show only on Tuesday, November 14, at 8:30pm.

STOMP to Return to Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2023

STOMP, the international percussion sensation, will return to Toronto for a limited engagement at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre from March 12 – 17, 2024.  

Halle Bailey Co-Wrote a New Song For THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2023

Halle Bailey has co-written a new song for the upcoming movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple. The song, titled 'Keep It Movin',' is sung by Bailey as Nettie in the film, along with Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, who plays young Celie. The Little Mermaid star worked on the song with Denisia Andrews, Brittany Coney and Morten Ristorp.

Pina Bausch's NELKEN (CARNATIONS) Returns to Sadler's Wells Theatre in February
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023

Pina Bausch's Nelken (Carnations) returns to Sadler's Wells Theatre for the first time since 2005 from Wednesday 14 February – Thursday 22 February 2024.

Ruth Negga, Premiere From Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker & More Set for NYU Skirball 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023

Get ready for an exciting 2024 season at NYU Skirball, featuring acclaimed actress Ruth Negga and a highly anticipated premiere from renowned choreographer Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker. Explore the lineup and mark your calendars for this unforgettable season of performances.

The Al Hirschfeld Foundation Presents HIRSCHFELD'S MUSIC Encore At City Winery, November 20
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2023

​​​​​​​The Al Hirschfeld Foundation continues its HIRSCHFELD'S MUSIC relationship with City Winery (25 11th Ave, NYC) on November 20 with a special live event featuring David Leopold, an exhibition of Hirschfeld artwork, and a new series of rock and pops star wine featuring labels by Hirschfeld.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of Broadway-Bound THE WIZ; Tickets On Sale Now!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2023

Tickets are now on sale to the general public for The Wiz, set to open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre (210 West 46th Street). Check out all new character posters, featuring a first look at the cast, in the photos here! 

MJ THE MUSICAL is Coming to Seattle in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2023

MJ The Musical is coming to Seattle's Paramount Theatre in December. Don't miss this long-awaited show that has already played to over 1,000,000 patrons in the United States.

L.A. Theatre Works Featured in Vast Arts Multimedia Collection for K-12 Schools and Libraries
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023

L.A. Theatre Works is now offering a vast collection of arts video and audio multimedia, available for K-12 schools and local libraries.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish & More Nominated For HMMA Awards
by Michael Major - Nov 2, 2023

The 14th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards 2023 nominations have been announced, with artists like Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, and Metro Boomin receiving nominations. Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alan Menken, The Little Mermaid, Theater Camp, and more are coming nominees for this year's awards.

Tickets to See THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical On Sale Now; 'Gift a Ticket' Program on Oprah's Favorite Things Holiday List
by Michael Major - Nov 1, 2023

Get ready to be swept away by the newly reimagined movie musical version of The Color Purple, starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, and Taraji P. Henson. To make things even better, Fandango’s “Gift a Ticket” offering for the movie was selected by the film’s producer Oprah Winfrey as one of Oprah’s 2023 Favorite Things Holiday Gifts List. 

Tickets Now On Sale For MJ THE MUSICAL in Boston
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2023

Tickets for the smash-hit musical, MJ, are now on sale to Boston audiences.  MJ will play the Citizens Bank Opera House June 18 – July 7, 2024 as part of the Lexus 23/24 Broadway In Boston Season.

Goethe-Institut Boston To Host JAZZ & GENDER JUSTICE Conversation and Concert, November 5
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023

Join Terri Lyne Carrington, Kris Davis, Johanna Schneider, Aja Burrell Wood, and students of Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice for a Concert and Conversation on November 5, 2023, at the Goethe-Institut Boston.

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