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The 92nd Street Y Will Host Paul Taylor Dance Company: Celebrating The Past, Present & Future Of Modern Dance
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024


The 92nd Street Y, New York's 150th anniversary dance season will close with the Paul Taylor Dance Company in a program celebrating the past, present, and future of modern dance, and the company's relationship with 92NY that had a profound impact on dance history.

Paul Taylor Dance Company to Perform at 92NY in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2024


The 92nd Street Y, New York’s 150th anniversary dance season will close with the Paul Taylor Dance Company. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Boston Symphony Orchestra Unveils 2024�"25 Season Featuring a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024


Boston Symphony Orchestra has revealed its 2024-25 season.

MR. BURNS Original Cast and Director to Reunite for 10th Anniversary Benefit Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


Playwrights Horizons will present a benefit concert reading of Anne Washburn’s Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2024


A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!

KUNE, Sona Jobarteh & More to Perform at The Royal Conservatory Of Music in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024


Discover the exciting lineup of March concerts at The Royal Conservatory. Learn how to purchase tickets!

MAN OF LA MANCHA To Be Presented By Southbank Theatre Company in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024


Southbank Theatre Company presents 'Man of La Mancha' at the newly renovated Shelton Auditorium. Tickets on sale now.

Wolverhampton Grand Reveals Lineup Of New Season Of Shows On Sale
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023


A selection of new shows are to go on sale at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre including Reginald Rose's gripping courtroom thriller TWELVE ANGRY MEN and winner of the 2023 Writers' Guild Award for Best Play, WONDER BOY.

Imani Winds' CAROLS AS HOME to Air On American Public Media In December
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023


Imani Winds' founding oboist Toyin Spellman-Diaz hosts this hour long special that offers a modern take on classic Christmas carols, to be broadcast on public radio stations. Imani Winds has much to celebrate this holiday season, having just received a GRAMMY nomination for Best Classical Compendium for their recording of Jeff Scott's Passion.

Where Else Have the Tony Awards Been Held?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 3, 2023


This time, the reader question was: Where has the Tony Awards ceremony been presented in the past?

The Wadsworth Atheneum Unveils October Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023


Discover the exciting October events happening at The Wadsworth Atheneum. From art exhibitions to film screenings, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

MUSE/IQUE Presents GOSPEL AND THE KING ELVIS First Congregational Church LA, October 19 and 21
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2023


MUSE/IQUE presents 'Gospel and the King: Elvis' at First Congregational Church LA on October 19 and 21.

How Often Are Broadway Plays Adapted Into Musicals?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 8, 2023


This time, the reader question was: With Purlie Victorious returning to Broadway, what are other plays that were revived on Broadway after their musical adaptations premiered?

New York Festival of Song Releases MI PAÍS: SONGS OF ARGENTINA Featuring Federico De Michelis and Steven Blier
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023


New York Festival of Song has released its next studio album Mi País: Songs of Argentina featuring bass-baritone Federico De Michelis and pianist and NYFOS Artistic Director Steven Blier on NYFOS Records.

Frank Sinatra 'Platinum' Out Next Month to Celebrate 70th Anniversary Of Capitol Recordings
by Michael Major - Sep 12, 2023


Available on 4LP, 2CD, and digital formats, the 44-track collection features a cross-section of Sinatra’s most beloved songs and sought-after rarities. From the swinging “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” and ebullient “Come Fly With Me” to the breathtaking “Moonlight in Vermont” and torch song “Only The Lonely,” the set also includes unreleased tracks.

PHILADELPHIA BOUND? Fall Presents Over 120 Festivals, Block Parties, Shows, Charity Events and More
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2023


Are you bound for the Philadelphia area this fall.  There’s so much to see and do that our readers will like to know about. 

New York Festival of Song Releases 'MI PAÍS: SONGS OF ARGENTINA' Featuring Federico De Michelis and Steven Blier
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 26, 2023


New York Festival of Song (NYFOS) will release its next studio album Mi País: Songs of Argentina featuring bass-baritone Federico De Michelis and pianist and NYFOS Artistic Director Steven Blier on Friday, September 15, 2023 on NYFOS Records.

Review: WEST SIDE STORY at The Muny
by James Lindhorst - Jul 17, 2023


Ruggiero, his casting partner’s at Telsey & Co., and the Muny assembled an appropriately youthful, talented and beautiful cast. Every member of this young cast understands how to use lyrics plus subtext to tell story through song. Kanisha Feliciano’s (Maria) gorgeous soprano pierces the stratosphere.

TheREP's 12th Annual NEXT ACT! New Play Summit Will Be Live
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2023


Capital Repertory Theatre announces the 12th annual NEXT ACT! showcase of new works June 10-12, will be live for the first time in three years.

Casting Revealed For The World Première of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023


As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

Video: Who Will Win the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama? Watch Live at 3pm!
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2023


The Pulitzer Prize Board will present the 2023 award winners for Prizes in Journalism, Books, Drama and Music. Who will win this year? Tune in right here at 3pm to watch the announcement live!

Sanaz Toossi's ENGLISH Wins 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2023


The Pulitzer Prize Board has just announced that English, by Sanaz Toossi has won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Other finalists included: On Sugarland by Aleshea Harris and The Far Country by Lloyd Suh.

Casting Revealed for The World Premiere of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023


As public booking opens, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who will be starring in the show here!

MATILDA THE MUSICAL, THE MUSIC MAN, and More Set For Palo Alto Players 2023-2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023


Palo Alto Players has announced its 93rd season titled Mischief. Mystery. Melody.  The 2023-24 line-up, beginning September 2023, was first unveiled at a season reveal event held at the Lucie Stern Theater on Sunday, April 30th hosted by Artistic Director Patrick Klein.

Victor Raider-Wexler to Star In EDDIE: THE FRIENDSHIP THAT CHANGED HISTORY At The White Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2023


As Israel celebrates its 75th anniversary as a modern nation in May, The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City (The J) and Kansas City Actors Theatre present the one-man show 'Eddie: The Friendship That Changed History'.

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