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Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd We Photo Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd Webber
by Michael Quintos - April 10, 2024

A talented collection of Broadway vets led by Tony winner Betty Buckley gathered together for a one-night-only concert 'A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY: SONDHEIM, LLOYD WEBBER, AND FRIENDS' at Segerstrom Concert Hall on March 28, 2024 to celebrate the legacy—and coincidental same birthdate—of musical theater ro...
Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Photo Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Goodman Theatre has revealed the initial cast for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....
Review: HESTER STREET At Theater J Photo Review: HESTER STREET At Theater J
by Mary Lincer - April 02, 2024

What did our critic think of HESTER STREET at Theater J?...
Pittsburgh CLO Announces WEST SIDE STORY And More For 2024 Summer Season Photo Pittsburgh CLO Announces WEST SIDE STORY And More For 2024 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO has your summer mapped out promising an array of captivating productions across the city's Cultural District. Pittsburgh CLO continues their long-standing commitment of creating Broadway caliber shows made by Pittsburgh, for Pittsburgh, and in partnership with Pittsburgh....
Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - April 01, 2024

The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!...
Palm Beach Symphony Ends Season with all Beethoven Program Photo Palm Beach Symphony Ends Season with all Beethoven Program
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2024

 Palm Beach Symphony’s 50th Anniversary Season culminates with a program that celebrates Beethoven’s early work followed by one of his greatest works during the season finale at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on April 25 at 7:30 p.m. with Music Director Gerard Schwarz at the podium and pi...
SHUCKED, PARADE, and More Set For Des Moines Performing Arts' 2024-25 Season Photo SHUCKED, PARADE, and More Set For Des Moines Performing Arts' 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 27, 2024

The lineup has been announced for the 2024-25 Willis Broadway Series in Des Moines! The season will include six highly anticipated first-run national Broadway tours, plus the return of some beloved crowd favorites. Learn more about the full lineup here!...
Michael Feinstein In To Star In RAINBOW: THE NEW JUDY GARLAND MUSICAL  at the Mark Ta Photo Michael Feinstein In To Star In RAINBOW: THE NEW JUDY GARLAND MUSICAL  at the Mark Taper Forum
by A.A. Cristi - March 22, 2024

Experience the magic of Judy Garland's music anew with RAINBOW: THE NEW JUDY GARLAND MUSICAL, featuring Michael Feinstein at the Mark Taper Forum....
Interview: LIZZY & THE TRIGGERMEN Plays 'Joyously Subversive' Jazz at Joe's Pub Photo Interview: LIZZY & THE TRIGGERMEN Plays 'Joyously Subversive' Jazz at Joe's Pub
by Rebecca Kaplan - March 28, 2024

Lizzy & the Triggermen, a 10-piece jazz band helmed by Lizzy Shapiro, delights in infusing swing era music with a modern sound – “Duke Ellington meets Amy Winehouse,” as Shapiro describes it. They’ll be making a stop at Joe’s Pub for a double-header on April 6th. Shapiro and I spoke about the upcomi...
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns to Boston in May Photo Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns to Boston in May
by Stephi Wild - March 14, 2024

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to Boston for its annual performances this May. Learn more about the lineup here!...
LIGHTHOUSE: AN IMMERSIVE DRINKING MUSICAL to Release EP On St. Patrick's Day Weekend Photo LIGHTHOUSE: AN IMMERSIVE DRINKING MUSICAL to Release EP On St. Patrick's Day Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 11, 2024

Off-Broadway's hit Irish-American show Lighthouse: An Immersive Drinking Musical will release its Off-Broadway cast EP ahead of St. Patrick's Day. Learn more about the show! ...
Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Photo Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Goodman Theatre has revealed the initial cast for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of JERSEY BOYS at La Mirada Theatre Photo Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of JERSEY BOYS at La Mirada Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 11, 2024

Go inside rehearsals for 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of JERSEY BOYS, with book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe, musical direction by Allen Everman, choreography by D...
Ken Ludwig World Premiere & More Set for Asolo Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season Photo Ken Ludwig World Premiere & More Set for Asolo Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Asolo Repertory Theatre, has revealed its 2024-2025 season. See the full lineup of plays and learn how to purchase tickets....
Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé Photo Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé
by Michael Major - March 08, 2024

Since her film debut in Carrie, Betty Buckley has carved out a lengthy history with horror movies. BroadwayWorld caught up with Buckley to discuss working with Jason Blum on her new film, Imaginary, how she got her start in horror films with Carrie, and how she created her new short film, The Mayfly...
Matthew Jordan Smith Honors The Late Aretha Franklin With New Coffee Table Book Photo Matthew Jordan Smith Honors The Late Aretha Franklin With New Coffee Table Book
by Michael Major - March 26, 2024

Celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith releases ARETHA COOL: THE INTIMATE PORTRAITS, a coffee table book honoring Aretha Franklin. The 256-page book showcases her musical genius and cultural influence from 2005 to 2018. The photographs illustrate the musical genius of The Queen of Soul....
Judith Lynn Stillman to Present WOMEN TRAILBLAZERS IN MUSIC: A PLAY-WITHIN-A-CONCERT Photo Judith Lynn Stillman to Present WOMEN TRAILBLAZERS IN MUSIC: A PLAY-WITHIN-A-CONCERT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 06, 2024

Celebrate Women's History Month with WOMEN TRAILBLAZERS IN MUSIC: A PLAY-WITHIN-A-CONCERT by Judith Lynn Stillman. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets....
Submission Now Open for CYCLE 4 of The Next Wave Initiative Photo Submission Now Open for CYCLE 4 of The Next Wave Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - April 12, 2024

Submissions are now open for Cycle 4 of The Next Wave Initiative, the developmental branch of The Directors Company that is committed to amplifying future Black voices in the American theatre....
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Geva Theatre's 2024-25 Season Photo YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Geva Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024

Geva Theatre has announced its 24/25 Season, kicking off this September. Learn more about the full lineup here!...
2024 ESTROGENIUS FESTIVAL Announces Dance and Theatre Events Photo 2024 ESTROGENIUS FESTIVAL Announces Dance and Theatre Events
by A.A. Cristi - March 14, 2024

Join the 2024 EstroGenius Festival: EXPAND, presented by FRIGID New York and Manhattan Theatre Source. Celebrating womxn, trans and gender non-conforming artists from March 14-30 at various New York venues....
Exclusive: Michael Feinstein on Bringing RAINBOW: THE NEW JUDY GARLAND MUSICAL to the Photo Exclusive: Michael Feinstein on Bringing RAINBOW: THE NEW JUDY GARLAND MUSICAL to the Mark Taper Forum
by Joshua Wright - April 10, 2024

Ahead of his third appearance at the Mark Taper Forum under the banner Feinstein's at the Taper, BroadwayWorld sat down to chat with Michael Feinstein about the upcoming performance of RAINBOW: The New Judy Garland Musical on Saturday, April 13 at 8PM....
Kennedy Center's Ellington 125 Celebrations to Continue in April Photo Kennedy Center's Ellington 125 Celebrations to Continue in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 04, 2024

The Kennedy Center’s season-long celebration of Ellington 125 culminates this month, leading up to what would have been the American icon and Washington, D.C. native’s 125th birthday on April 29. See programming!...
Michael Tilson Thomas Appointed Distinguished Professor Of Music At The San Francisco Photo Michael Tilson Thomas Appointed Distinguished Professor Of Music At The San Francisco Conservatory Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - April 02, 2024

The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) has named conductor and composer Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT) as the institution's Distinguished Professor of Music. To celebrate MTT’s artistic achievements in the year of his 80th birthday, SFCM's allied record label PENTATONE will release a box set co...
Additional Cast Revealed For UK and Ireland Tour of & JULIET Photo Additional Cast Revealed For UK and Ireland Tour of & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - March 26, 2024

West End actor, Matt Cardle, will play the role of Shakespeare in the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of & Juliet. He joins the previously announced Gerardine Sacdalan as Juliet, Sandra Marvin as Angélique and Lara Denning as Anne. ...
Katie Pruitt Debuts New Song 'Worst Case Scenario' Photo Katie Pruitt Debuts New Song 'Worst Case Scenario'
by Michael Major - March 14, 2024

Discover Katie Pruitt's latest song, WORST CASE SCENARIO. This new track from the acclaimed artist debuts now, adding another stellar piece to her growing discography. Ahead of the release, Pruitt has shared three additional tracks: “Blood Related,” “White Lies, White Jesus and You” and “All My Frie...




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