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Feature: EVERY MAN A KING: A NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FABLE
by Tara Bennett - Dec 4, 2023


In a creative venture that promises to blend history, music and theatrical prowess, a new one-man musical is currently in the works, spotlighting the complex and captivating life of Louisiana’s legendary political figure, Huey P. Long.

The 2023 GRAHAM 2 Holiday Event To Take Place, December 15-16
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2023


Experience the iconic dances of Martha Graham at the 2023 Graham 2 Holiday Event. Join Graham Company alum Jesse Factor as he guides us through the choreographic highlights of Graham's career. Don't miss this lighthearted, family-friendly event on December 15-16, 2023 in New York City.

OMD Share 'Verushka' Single From 'Bauhaus Staircase' LP
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2023


OMD shares 'Verushka' single and video, announces UK headline tour and performance at Darker Waves Fest in LA. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) have sold over 40 million records worldwide, establishing them as electronic synthesiser pioneers and one of Britain's best-loved pop groups.

First Preview of Mint Theater's PARTNERSHIP Canceled Due To Weather
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023


The first preview of Mint Theater's American Premiere of Elizabeth Baker’s Partnership has been canceled due to weather. Performances will now begin on Sunday October 1st at 2PM.

Mint Theater's American Premiere of Elizabeth Baker's PARTNERSHIP Begins Performances Saturday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023


Mint Theater Company will present the American Premiere of Elizabeth Baker’s Partnership. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Christiane Noll, Joshua Echebiri & More to Star in PARTNERSHIP at Mint Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 26, 2023


Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience as Christiane Noll and Joshua Echebiri headline the cast of PARTNERSHIP at Mint Theater Company. Don't miss this limited engagement production.

Handel's Judas Maccabaeus, and Dvorak's Requiem & More Set for American Symphony Orchestra 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023


The American Symphony Orchestra has announced its 62nd season featuring four full-orchestra programs at Carnegie Hall, Manhattan’s Riverside Church, and more.

The J & BRTKC Partner to Bring A RAISIN IN THE SUN to the Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2023


Lorraine Hansberry's classic drama 'A Raisin in the Sun,' comes to life on stage in a partnership production by The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City (The J) and the Black Repertory Theatre of Kansas City (BRTKC).

Nominees Announced For 2023 Heller Awards for Young Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2023


The Heller Awards for Young Artists has announced nominees for the 2023 Awards.

Van Eaton Galleries Hosts First Live In-Person Auction at New Galleries In Studio City
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2022


Van Eaton Galleries, the world record-breaking auction house and exhibition gallery has announced its first in-person on-site auction to be held at their new gallery. “Exploring the Disney Universe” is a two-day auction offering over 1,550 rare Disney artifacts.

Special Offer: Wanna Sing With Broadway Stars On The MacGyver The Musical Cast Album?
by BWW Special Offer - Jul 11, 2022


Special Offer: Wanna Sing With Broadway Stars On The MacGyver The Musical Cast Album?

How Many Musicals Have Won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama? See the List Here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2022


Michael R. Jackson's A Strange Loop, the most recent musical to take home the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, has just opened on Broadway! Only 10 musicals in history have been honored with the coveted award and we've got the full list.

ZACH Theatre Teases Three Shows for 2022-23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2022


ZACH Theatre has announced three of the 2022–23 Season productions in addition to the return of Austin’s hottest holiday tradition, Dave Steakley’s rockin’ adaption of A Christmas Carol.

The Django Announces March Line-Up: Celebrating Women's History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2022


THE DJANGO, downtown Manhattan’s premier jazz club, is commemorating Women’s History Month by hosting more than 20 leading female jazz artists on its stage during March.

The 101 Greatest Showtunes from 1920-2020
by Peter Nason - Mar 19, 2020


How do we make a list of the 101 greatest show tunes from the past 100 years? Well, we did the near-impossible task.  Check out our full list here! 

Broadway Press Agent Bob Ullman Passes Away at 97
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2019


Robert ('Bob') Ullman (left), the legendary theatre press agent, whose career included Ethel Merman and Mary Martin: Together on Broadway, A Chorus Line (from workshop to Public Theater to Broadway), Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne in The Visit, Lauren Bacall in Cactus Flower, The Dining Room, Driving Miss Daisy, Sunday in the Park with George, and over 150 additional Broadway and off-Broadway plays and musicals, died on July 31, 2019 in Bayshore, Long Island, New York. He was 97. The cause of death was cardiac arrest. Bob's death was announced by Rev. Joshua Ellis, a long-time Ullman friend, a former Broadway press agent, and now, an Interspiritual minister.

Sydney Symphony Orchestra Embarks On Annual Regional New South Wales Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2019


The Sydney Symphony Orchestra will embark on its annual Regional New South Wales Tour, performing at The Glasshouse Theatre in Port Macquarie (21 May), Taree's Manning Entertainment Centre (22 May), and the Newcastle City Hall in Newcastle (23 May).

Pulitzer Prize Winner STATE OF THE UNION Comes to Metropolitan Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2019


Obie Award winner Metropolitan Playhouse revives Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse's witty and apposite Pulitzer Winner, STATE OF THE UNION.  The limited run from February 8 through March 10, 2019, will be at the Playhouse home at 220 E 4th Street.

BroadwayWorld Announces the Winner of the KING KONG Ticket Giveaway!
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - Nov 2, 2018


After a week-long contest, BroadwayWorld is excited to announce the winner of our King Kong ticket giveaway! Lauren McMillen from West Virginia is our lucky winner! She is a producer at a local news station & a huge Broadway fan! McMillen won two tickets to the November 9th performance of King Kong on Broadway. 

BWW Contest: Win Two Tickets to KING KONG on Broadway!
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - Oct 14, 2018


BroadwayWorld is giving you a chance to win a pair of tickets to new musical, KING KONG! Winner will receive two tickets for Friday, November 9th at 8pm.

Something's Coming: Fall Into the New Season with Broadway's Incoming Shows!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 1, 2018


As Labor Day quickly approaches, it's time to take a look at all of the upcoming shows hitting Broadway between now and the the end of the year. With thirteen new shows opening between now and then, this season has something for everyone!

SCARFACE Returns to Theaters for Special 35th Anniversary Celebration feat. Tribeca Film Festival Reunion Talk
by Macon Prickett - May 21, 2018


Universal Pictures, Screenvision Media, a national leader in cinema advertising, and Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, announced today the return of Scarface to movie theatres nationwide, in celebration of its 35th anniversary. Additionally, film fans outside of New York will have the chance to participate in a Tribeca Film Festival retrospective event on the big screen for the first time ever. As part of the 35th anniversary celebrations, moviegoers are invited to watch the cult classic film followed by the Tribeca Film Festival post screening conversation, during which Scarface director Brian De Palma, along with actors Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Steven Bauer reunited to discuss the film and its lasting impact. Screenings will take place at select theatres in top cites nationwide such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Dallas on June 10, 11, and 13.

BWW Review: In GRAND HOTEL, Berlin's Celebration of Decadent Luxury Fails To See The Horrors Ahead
by Michael Dale - Mar 25, 2018


Though the songwriting team of Robert Wright and George Forrest is best remembered by Broadway enthusiasts for adapting the music of Edvard Grieg into SONG OF NORWAY and similarly using the melodies of Alexander Borodin to create their score for KISMET, their greatest success came when director/choreographer Tommy Tune took interest in a musical of theirs that fizzled into obscurity on its way to Broadway, then known as AT THE GRAND.

Maine State Music Theatre to Celebrate Music Legend Patsy Cline This June
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2017


The nationally regarded Maine State Music Theatre celebrates music legend and cross-over sensation Patsy Cline, June 7 - 24. The touching true story, Always… Patsy Cline combines humor, heartache and 27 of Patsy's most unforgettable hits, such as "Crazy," "Walkin' After Midnight," "Sweet Dreams," and more.

Ian Merrill Peakes to Take on Title Role in TIMON OF ATHENS at Folger Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2017


Folger Theatre concludes its very successful 25th anniversary season this spring with Shakespeare's gripping tragedy Timon of Athens.

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What productions of Take a Chance have there been?
Take a Chance has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1932 and Broadway which opened in 1932.

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