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Chicago Sinfonietta's MLK Tribute Concert Recognized with a Silver Anthem Award at 3rd Annual Anthem Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2024


Chicago Sinfonietta was announced as a recipient of a 2024 Silver Anthem Award: Community Event, Education, Art & Culture for its MLK Tribute Concert.  

Review: TICK, TICK ...BOOM! at John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
by Pamela Roberts - Jan 31, 2024


Tick, tick …BOOM! is a raw and moving semi-autobiographical musical by Rent's Jonathan Larson. The Kennedy Center revisits the work with a spiffy new Broadway Center Stage production directed by Neil Patrick Harris and brings together three of Broadway’s most exciting and award-winning talents: Brandon Uranowitz Denée Benton and Grey Henson.

CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia Names Ariel Shelton And Melinda Steffy As Co-Executive Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024


CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia announces Ariel Shelton and Melinda Steffy as Co-Executive Directors, bringing a combined 40 years of experience in arts and cultural administration.

Review Roundup: Neil Patrick Harris-Directed TICK, TICK... BOOM! at the Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - Jan 30, 2024


Jonathan Larson's tick, tick... BOOM! is now on stage at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The musical is directed by Emmy® and Tony Award® winner and New York Times bestselling author Neil Patrick Harris. What did the critics have to say?

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 30, 2024
by - Jan 30, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Bryan Terrell Clark and Valisia LeKae to Join The New York Pops for HITSVILLE: CELEBRATING MOTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024


 The New York Pops will celebrate the hits of Motown on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall joined by guest artists Bryan Terrell Clark and Valisia LeKae.

Photos: First Look at TICK, TICK... BOOM! at the Kennedy Center
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2024


All new production photos have been released for the production of Jonathan Larson's tick, tick... BOOM! at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Check out the photos here!

The Washington Ballet Presents JAZZ ICONS �" A VALENTINE TRIBUTE TO ICONIC DANCE AND MUSIC
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2024


The Washington Ballet will start the new year combining the art of ballet and the beauty of jazz into an unforgettable program of dance and music.

APAP|NYC 2024 Attracts Largest Attendance Post-Covid
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2024


APAP|NYC 2024 attracts largest attendance post-Covid with live appearances by Terence Blanchard, Mandy Gonzalez, John Cameron Mitchell, and Sasha Velour inspiring attendees.

Martha Graham Dance Company Presents NEW@GRAHAM With Jamar Roberts, February 6-7
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2024


The Martha Graham Dance Company's Studio Series continues with an in-process showing of a new work for the Company by Jamar Roberts. NEW@Graham will take place February 6-7 (Tuesday and Wednesday), at 7pm, at the Martha Graham Studio Theater, 55 Bethune Street, 11th Floor, in Manhattan.

Kennedy Center to Present HIP HOP & JAZZ FESTIVAL in March and April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024


The Kennedy Center launching its new Hip Hop & Jazz Festival, taking place from March 27 to April 19, 2024. Featuring a dynamic lineup of hip hop and jazz performances.

Jordan Dobson and George Salazar Join Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024


Complete casting has been announced for Keen Company's upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Find out who is joining the cast here!

Martha Graham Dance Company To Present Spring 2024 New York Season At City Center, April 17-20
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024


The Martha Graham Dance Company presents their Spring 2024 New York Season, featuring Graham masterworks, a new 'Rodeo,' and a New York premiere by Jamar Roberts. Don't miss this celebration of American legacies at New York City Center from April 17-20, 2024.

The New York Pops To Honor Clive Davis At 41st Birthday Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024


The New York Pops will honor Clive Davis at their 41st Birthday Gala, 'The Soundtrack of Our Lives: A Tribute to the Legendary Clive Davis,' at Carnegie Hall on April 29, 2024.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for THE GIRL WHO BECAME LEGEND at the Kennedy Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024


The Kennedy Center announces the full cast and creative team for 'The Girl Who Became Legend.' Get all the details about this D.C. premiere co-commission and co-production with ZACH Theatre.

The National Center for Choreography - Akron Unveils New Creative Administration Research Program Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2024


The National Center for Choreography - Akron (NCCAkron) announces the fifth cohort of their Creative Administration Research (CAR) program. The program supports U.S. dance artists and challenges traditional models.

San Francisco Opera Presents Gordon Getty With The Spirit Of The Opera Award
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023


At the conclusion of San Francisco Opera's December 9 fall season final performance of The Elixir of Love, the Company honored composer and philanthropist Gordon Getty in an onstage ceremony.

Auditorium Theatre to Present Return Of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in April 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023


The Auditorium Theatre presents the return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater from April 17-21,

BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023


BAM ushers in 2024 by presenting a season that honors the power of artistic community. See program details and learn how to purchase tickets!

BroadwayWorld's Holiday Guide: Must-See Shows on the East Coast
by Team BWW - Dec 8, 2023


As the festive season sweeps across the country bringing holiday cheer, BroadwayWorld is thrilled to present our selection of must-see shows for December. Check out our east coast picks!

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