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Jordin Sparks Records 'Live The Adventure' For Disney Cruise Line
by Michael Major - Mar 1, 2024


Jordin Sparks lends her powerful vocals to a magnetic new anthem dedicated to Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Treasure. Out now on streaming platforms, “Live the Adventure” sets the tone for a bold new era of Disney Cruise Line vacations as the ship enters the final stages of construction and prepares to set sail in December.

Jay Putty Releases Folk Pop Anthem 'Dream Big'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2024


Singer-songwriter Jay Putty has unveiled his latest single, 'Dream Big,' a captivating folk pop anthem that encapsulates the essence of unwavering optimism and boundless potential.

Nonesuch to Release​​ Recording of John Adams' Opera GIRLS OF THE GOLDEN WEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024


Girls of the Golden West, out April 26, 2024, is John Adams’ eighth music theater work to be released by Nonesuch Records.

Disney Entertainment Television Selects 2024 Writing Program Participants
by Michael Major - Feb 29, 2024


Disney Entertainment Television (DET) has selected the latest cohorts for its Directing and Writing Programs, two of the entertainment industry's most successful talent development initiatives. These programs nurture creative talent on the cusp of television episode directing and staff writing, and connect them to opportunities with Disney series.

James Monroe Iglehart, Justin Guarini Join Disney's SUPERKITTIES Season 2
by Michael Major - Feb 29, 2024


New guest stars for season two include Anika Noni Rose (“Princess and the Frog”) as Cousin Sassy, Pamela Adlon (“Better Things”) as Aunt Lola and Emmy Award winner Eric Bauza (“Muppet Babies”) as robot pig Wiggles. Justin Guarini (“American Idol”) as Cat Burglar, James Monroe Iglehart (Broadway's “Aladdin”) as Mr. Puppypaws return.

Cal State Fullerton to Present ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024


The Cal State Fullerton Department of Theatre & Dance Season will present 'Accidentally on Purpose,” beginning March 13 and running through April 13 in the Hallberg Theatre on campus. Learn more about the production here!

Auli'i Cravalho To Return To Title Role for MOANA 2
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2024


She is Moana! Actor Auli'i Cravalho, who catapulted to stardom as the voice of Disney's Moana, will return for the sequel.

Sandra Oh, Ann Harada & More to Star in THE WELKIN at Atlantic Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2024


The complete cast has been revealed for the American premiere of The Welkin, written by Lucy Kirkwood and directed by Sarah Benson at Atlantic Theater Company. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

MARY POPPINS Film Rating Changes in the U.K. Due to 'Discriminatory Language'
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024


In the U.K., the rating has been changed on the 1964 film Mary Poppins. Find out why here!

92NY to Present Alisa Weilerstein, Cello, in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024


The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Alisa Weilerstein, cello on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 7:30 pm at Kaufmann Concert Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Young Players to Present Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS JR. Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024


Don't miss the talented casts of MARY POPPINS JR. presented by Young Players. Join us for a magical performance at the Historic Royal Theatre in Downtown Benton, Arkansas.

Disney Animation & Kugali's New Series IWÁJÚ Will Air Across Africa
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2024


Discover the collaboration between Disney Animation and Kugali with the new series 'Iwájú,' set to captivate audiences across Africa. “Iwájú” will air* across Africa on Disney Channel—distributed on DStv platform (Channel 303)—this April and May, giving viewers across the continent an opportunity to view the series where Disney+ is not available.

300 Local Heroes Will Attend MOULIN ROUGE! at the Dr. Phillips Center
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024


More than 300 City of Orlando and Orange County first responders, veterans and Orange County teachers will be treated to an evening at the arts center to experience Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! The Musical February 27 and 29, 2024.

Video: Get A First Look at the Sets of Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg
by Joshua Wright - Feb 22, 2024


Watch as Set Designer Dane Laffrey and Director Casey Nicholaw take you inside the studio for a first look at the set designs for the world premiere of the new production of Disney's Hercules in Hamburg in an all-new video.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals For Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg
by Joshua Wright - Feb 20, 2024


Go inside rehearsals for the newest Disney musical HERCULES in Hamburg, featuring performances and interviews with the cast and creative team in an all-new video!

DISNEY IN CONCERT: THE SOUND OF MAGIC Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2024


Following on from its debut in the UK at the London Coliseum last year, Disney In Concert: The Sound of Magic, a celebration of over 100 years of Disney experience through its music, will tour the UK for the first time in 2024. Find out when and where you can catch the show here!

Review: #CINDERELLA at The Overtime Theater
by Jill Ripa - Feb 20, 2024


Fairy tales. They’ve drawn audiences’ attention and affection for centuries, Cinderella being one of the most popular. I guess we have the Grimm Brothers and Walt Disney to thank for that. But on opening night of a new adaptation of this story, we can also thank playwright, Jessica Roberts, for the debut of her first full-length play, #Cinderella, at The Overtime Theater.

Review: ALICE IN WONDERLAND at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - Feb 19, 2024


What did our critic think of ALICE IN WONDERLAND at Children's Theatre Company? Chaos, mania, and enchantment have gotten loose on the Children’s Theatre Company’s stage and they have joined together to create a fantastical new production of Alice in Wonderland that is sure to be just the thing to chase away the winter chill.

World Music Institute Reveals 2024 Flamenco Festival NY Events
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2024


World Music Institute once again teams up with Flamenco Festival New York in an annual celebration of the unique fusion of tradition and the avant-garde that animates contemporary Spanish flamenco.

REDCAT Will Present The World Premiere of REORIENT THE ORIENT in March
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 18, 2024


Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater (REDCAT) will present the world premiere of Reorient the Orient, a career retrospective from renowned Los Angeles choreographer and performer Lionel Popkin on Saturday, March 9 and Sunday, March 10, 2024. Learn more here!

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