King John 1988

Opened: August 5, 1988
Closing: September 04, 1988

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Ben Platt, Norm Lewis, and More Set For The Ravinia Festival's 2024 Summer Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2024

The Ravinia Festival has revealed its complete 2024 summer lineup. Among this year's Broadway names taking the stage at The Ravinia Festival are Ben Platt, Jessie Mueller, Norm Lewis, Michael Feinstein, and more! Learn more about the full lineup here!

Initial Cast and Additional Dates Set For HAIRSPRAY UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024

Initial casting and further tour dates have been announced for the 2024/25 UK and Ireland tour of Hairspray. Learn more about who is starring in the musical here, and where you can catch the show!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Announces Programming For April Engagement At Auditorium Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will returns to its Chicago home – the landmark Auditorium Theatre at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive – for its 55th engagement, with six dynamic performances, April 17-21, 2024. Tickets, starting at $40, are now on sale at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater | Auditorium Theatre.

Tickets On Sale Now for the Return of WICKED To Devos Performance Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2024

Broadway Grand Rapids announces the sale of tickets for the hit musical WICKED. Don't miss your chance to experience this beloved show!

New York Festival Of Song Presents ALL TOGETHER NOW At Merkin Hall, February 21
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2024

New York Festival of Song (NYFOS), led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, collaborates with Young Concert Artists (YCA) in All Together Now on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. at the Kaufman Music Center's Merkin Hall.

Interview: Julie Klein of THE DREAM AND BEYOND at Shadowbox Live
by Paul Batterson - Jan 17, 2024

In THE DREAM AND BEYOND, Shadowbox Live examines how the words in King’s speech affect the lives of 11 people through acting, dancing and singing. The show opens on Jan. 25 and runs through April 14 at the troupe’s theater (503 S. Front Street in downtown Columbus)

Hal Linden and Sally Struthers Will Lead World Premiere of THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2024

Hal Linden and Sally Struthers will star in the world premiere of a new play – “The Journals of Adam and Eve” by Ed. Weinberger, with a little help from the authors of Genesis, John Milton, and Mark Twain, for six performances only January 18 to 21.

Director Jon Royal Selected As The SDCF 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist At St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2024

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) announces that Jon Royal, a director, teaching artist, and facilitator from Nashville, TN, has been selected as the 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist at St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre, where he will work with Founder and Producing Director Ron Himes.

State Theatre New Jersey to Present DANIEL TIGER'S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE! KING FOR A DAY! in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2023

State Theatre New Jersey will present Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood LIVE! King for a Day! on Saturday, January 13 at 2pm.

What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023

Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'

36th Annual MLK Jr. Awards Program To Feature Keynote By Jesse Jackson's Son And Godson Of Mlk Jr.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023

The 36th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Awards Program will be held Thursday, Jan. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Casino Live Hotel Ballroom in Hanover, Md. Dignitaries attending will include Maryland Governor Wes Moore, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, Congressman John Sarbanes, County Executive Steuart Pittman, and Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley. The keynote speaker will be Congressman Jonathan Jackson, the youngest son of Rev. Jesse Jackson and godson to Dr. King. Governor Moore will also provide comments at the event.

Previews: BONES BRIGADE at CVRep
by Kay Kudukis - Nov 26, 2023

COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY has announced casting for its World Premiere production of SUMMER SESSION WITH THE BONES BRIGADE, a dramatic original work by playwright KIRBY FIELDS. Adam Karsten, CVRep Executive Artistic Director, is directing SUMMER SESSION WITH THE BONES BRIGADE.

Julien's Auctions Wraps-Up Historic Nashville Auction Breaking World Records With Unprecedented Bidder Participation
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 19, 2023

Find out the record-breaking results of the 'Played, Worn, & Torn Rock 'n' Roll Iconic Guitars and Memorabilia' auction, including the million-dollar sales of Eric Clapton's 'The Fool' guitar and Kurt Cobain's 'Skystang I'!

Julien's Auctions Sets World Record For The Sale Of A Clapton Guitar
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023

This circa 1964 Gibson SG electric guitar, first stage-played by the legendary guitarist while touring the United States with iconic rock band Cream, known as Clapton's 'Fool,' sold for $1.27 million, the first time a Clapton guitar has sold for seven figures at auction and setting a world record for the sale of a Clapton guitar.

Tickets to BEETLEJUICE at The Hobby Center o Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

The ghost-with-the-most is coming to Broadway at the Hobby Center. Don't miss BEETLEJUICE, on sale Friday November 17.

Disney's ALADDIN is On Sale Now with Broadway Grand Rapids
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023

Disney's Aladdin tickets are now on sale for DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids. Don't miss this hit Broadway musical comedy from January 16-21, 2024.

Pianist/Composer Laszlo Gardony And His Quartet Perform At Scullers Jazz Club, November 17
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023

Renowned pianist/composer Laszlo Gardony will be performing at Scullers Jazz Club on November 17. Don't miss this incredible jazz performance!

ADIFF 2023 Film Festival to Begin Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 29, 2023

The African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF) will celebrate its 31st anniversary with 85 films from 33 countries. The festival will showcase a diverse array of comedies, dramas, and documentaries from major film festivals, as well as works by independent filmmakers.

King Center to Present Michael W. Smith, Jerry Douglas Band & Blippi
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2023

Discover the latest shows coming to the King Center! Get ready for performances by Michael W. Smith, Jerry Douglas Band, and Blippi. Tickets go on sale this Friday. Don't miss out on these exciting events.

BBC to Run Extensive Shakespeare Season to Celebrate 400th Anniversary of First Folio
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 11, 2023

The BBC is celebrating this extraordinary anniversary with an ambitious season of content across TV, Radio, BBC iPlayer & BBC Sounds exploring why, 400 years on, Shakespeare's relevance and influence is as strong as ever. A wealth of programming featuring major actors and leading experts, including new documentaries, performance, music, drama, comedy, news coverage and the best of the BBC archive, as well as special items on flagship BBC shows, will celebrate the man, his world and his timeless writing.

Phoenix Chorale's New Christmas Album Drops This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023

Get into the holiday spirit with Phoenix Chorale's latest Christmas album, featuring an enchanting collection of festive songs. Available for purchase on October 13th.

MidAmerica Productions to Celebrate Special 40th Anniversary Concert With Over 500 Musicians
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2023

Join MidAmerica Productions on January 7, 2024 at Carnegie Hall for a special 40th anniversary concert featuring over 500 musicians. Maestro Tiboris and John Rutter will lead an epic performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony and Rutter's Magnificat. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of four decades of making life-changing music.

ROCK 'N ROLL DOO WOP SPECTACULAR Comes to State Theatre New Jersey This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023

State Theatre New Jersey presents Rock ‘N Roll Doo Wop Spectacular featuring Chubby Checker, The Doo Wop Project, The Duprees, and Vinnie Medugo. Learn more about the performance here!

Brenda Edwards Will Direct UK and Ireland Tour of HAIRSPRAY in 2024/25
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

Brenda Edwards, who has previously played “Motormouth” Maybelle in three tours of Hairspray will join the creative team alongside Paul Kerryson to direct a new production of Hairspray which will embark on a major national UK and Ireland tour in 2024. Learn more about the tour here!

Woody Harrelson, Andy Serkis, and Louisa Harland Will Lead David Ireland's ULSTER AMERICAN at Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

A new production of award-winning playwright David Ireland's Ulster American is headed to Riverside Studios this year, starring Woody Harrelson, Andy Serkis, and Louisa Harland. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

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King John has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1988 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2000.

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