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MARY POPPINS Will Embark on New UK and Ireland Tour in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2024


Direct from the West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group have announced that MARY POPPINS will embark on a 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour.

WAITRESS, MARY POPPINS, and More Set For 5th Avenue Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024


The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced its 2024/25 season. The six-show lineup includes five productions brand new to The 5th Avenue Theatre stage. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

Bowen Yang, Paula Pell & More Join Disney's MONSTERS AT WORK Season Two
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2024


Season two guest stars reprising their roles from the “Monsters, Inc.” franchise include Aubrey Plaza, Nathan Fillion, and Bobby Moynihan, along with Jennifer Coolidge, Rhys Darby, Janelle James, Jenifer Lewis, Ali Wong, Bowen Yang, Paula Pell, Danny Pudi, Cody Rigsby, Jimmy Tatro, Danny Trejo, Joe Lo Truglio and Alan Tudyk.

Video: Disney+ Drops DESCENDANTS: THE RISE OF RED Teaser With China Anne McClain
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2024


China Anne McClain is returning as Uma for Descendants: The Rise of Red. Watch the first teaser video for the film. It also stars Brandy Norwood, Paolo Montalban, Morgan Dudley (“Jagged Little Pill” on Broadway), Rita Ora, Dara Reneé (Disney’s “High School Musical: The Musical: the Series”), and more.

Los Angeles Philharmonic Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Leslie Odom, Jr., Itzhak Perlman & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2024


Los Angeles Philharmonic has revealed details of the 2024/25 season at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

RUTKA Will Make World Premiere at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 4, 2024


RUTKA, a new indie-rock musical adapted from Rutka’s Notebook: A Voice from the Holocaust, will make its world premiere at the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Check out all the details on the new musical here.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND to Premiere at The Wilshire Ebell Theatre in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 3, 2024


To kickoff Women's History Month, Trial Run Productions has announced the world premiere of ALICE IN WONDERLAND, a new musical experience created by the female team of Brooke deRosa and Paige Lehnert.

Frank Farrell Productions to Present Walt Kelly's SONGS OF THE POGO at NYC Fringe
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024


Ben Masterton and Frank Farrell Productions will present Walt Kelly's Songs of the Pogo written by Walt Kelly and Norman Monath and directed by Frank Farrell.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND A Musical Experience to Premiere At The Wilshire Ebell Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2024


Experience the magic of ALICE IN WONDERLAND, a new musical premiering at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre. Created by the female team of Brooke deRosa and Paige Lehnert, this production promises a colorful, interactive Wonderland adventure for all ages.

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.

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