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The rise and fall of impresario Don Cornelius, who created the dance show, "Soul Train," against the backdrop of an unforgiving Hollywood in the 1970s.

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GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Extends for Final Time Through December 23 Photo GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Extends for Final Time Through December 23
by Julie Musbach - October 01, 2018

The Public Theater announced today a final two-week extension for the North American premiere of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY....


American Idol Finalist Melinda Doolittle Comes To Catalina Bar & Grill Photo American Idol Finalist Melinda Doolittle Comes To Catalina Bar & Grill
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2019

Season six American Idol finalist and recording artist Melinda Doolittle is set to bring her newest show, Great American Soul Book, to Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood for one performance only on Wednesday, May 8, at 8:30pm, it was announced today by Chris Isaacson Presents....


Rialto Chatter: Will GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Travel to Broadway? Photo Rialto Chatter: Will GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Travel to Broadway?
by Rialto Chatter - October 04, 2018

Bruce moves out, Bob moves in! The New York Post's Michael Riedel is reporting that Conor McPherson's musical Girl From The North Country is currently making moves toward Broadway's Walter Kerr Theatre....


Beres Hammond's 'Never Ending' Album Out October 12th on VP Records Photo Beres Hammond's 'Never Ending' Album Out October 12th on VP Records
by Tori Hartshorn - October 03, 2018

VP Records is proud to present Beres Hammond's new studio album, “Never Ending” out October 12th. Fresh off a successful, sold out U.S. Summer Tour with appearances at Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica and Rototom in Spain, the legendary lovers rock crooner has introduced the world to his new project with t...


Tyler Perry Announces Two New Original Series for BET+ Photo Tyler Perry Announces Two New Original Series for BET+
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 08, 2019

On the heels ofBET's new original series, “Tyler Perry's The Oval” claiming the #1 spot as the new scripted series for general market P18-49, P2+ for ALL of cable TV,* Tyler Perry expands his content offerings with two new original series for the network's premium streaming service BET+, “Tyler Perr...


Ken Page and More Join The Muny's GUYS AND DOLLS Photo Ken Page and More Join The Muny's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Alan Henry - May 08, 2019

BroadwayWorld has learned today the complete cast, design and production team for Guys and Dolls, the first show of its second century, June 10 - 16....


Creative Team Announced For Broadway-Bound SOUL TRAIN; Broadway Premiere Planned For Photo Creative Team Announced For Broadway-Bound SOUL TRAIN; Broadway Premiere Planned For 2021
by Stephi Wild - August 19, 2019

Tony Award-nominated Producer Matthew Weaver (Rock of Ages) and Jeffrey Tick (former owner of Broadway's Helen Hayes Theater), alongside new general producing partner Richard Gay (5Pack Entertainment founder, and former EVP of Viacom's Music Networks & BET Networks) announce the creative team and pr...


VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Riveting & Timely New Play SKELETON CREW at Huntington Photo VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Riveting & Timely New Play SKELETON CREW at Huntington Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - March 27, 2018

The Huntington Theatre Company presents the powerful drama Skeleton Crew, by Dominique Morriseau (Detroit '67 and Paradise Blue) and directed by Megan Sandberg-Zakian (Nat Turner in Jerusalem at New York Theatre Workshop and The Convert at Underground Railway Theater). Skeleton Crew runs from March ...


Rialto Chatter: Is GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Headed For Broadway? Photo Rialto Chatter: Is GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Headed For Broadway?
by A.A. Cristi - November 29, 2018

According to the New York Post, the new musical The Girl From the North Country, is eyeing a limited Broadway run this winter....


Tedeschi Trucks Band Concludes Wheels Of Soul 2019 Tour At The Fox Theatre Photo Tedeschi Trucks Band Concludes Wheels Of Soul 2019 Tour At The Fox Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - December 11, 2018

Tedeschi Trucks Band's increasingly successful Wheels of Soul tour returns to the road in 2019, for one of the most anticipated concert events of the summer. The five-week slate of 24 shows concludes with two nights at the famed Fox Theatre on August 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Atlanta....


Craft Recordings To Release 'Stax '68: A Memphis Story', Milestone Anniversary Box Se Photo Craft Recordings To Release 'Stax '68: A Memphis Story', Milestone Anniversary Box Set Out 10/19
by Tori Hartshorn - August 30, 2018

When it comes to soul, Stax Records owned the '60s. Classic records from Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Rufus & Carla Thomas, and a legion of others helped transform what was once known as rhythm 'n' blues into rugged, emotionally bare 'soul' music. This made Stax one of the decade's most influential lab...


BWW Review: Gamm Theatre Delivers Powerful TRUE WEST Photo BWW Review: Gamm Theatre Delivers Powerful TRUE WEST
by John McDaid - April 18, 2019

In the forty years since its debut, Sam Shepard's 'True West' has been lauded for its stark portrayal of the duality of the American soul. The Gamm Theatre has mounted a visually compelling production with penetrating performances that slice to the heart of Shepard's darkly comedic vision....


April Events Announced at Blue Note Hawaii Photo April Events Announced at Blue Note Hawaii
by A.A. Cristi - March 27, 2018

Blue Note Hawaii welcomes some of music's most renowned artists this month, kicking off with the 60th birthday celebration of Loretta Ables Sayre with special guest star Robert Cazimero. The Hawaii News Now Jazz Legends series continues with Freddy Cole, one of the most influential jazz singers in h...


Kelly Rowland to Host the 12th Annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards Photo Kelly Rowland to Host the 12th Annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 05, 2019

Singer / actress, Kelly Rowland, has been confirmed to host the 12th annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards in Beverly Hills, CA.  ESSENCE, the number one media, technology and commerce company serving Black women, will celebrate the artistry and activism of actress Amandla Stenberg (“The Ha...


Kelly Rowland to Star in Lifetime Movie MERRY LIDDLE CHRISTMAS Photo Kelly Rowland to Star in Lifetime Movie MERRY LIDDLE CHRISTMAS
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 20, 2019

Kelly Rowland is set to star in the Lifetime holiday movie, Merry Liddle Christmas, which is based on a real-life Christmas mishap in Rowland's life, according to Entertainment Weekly....


A Soulful Night To Remember Comes to Edinburgh Playhouse Photo A Soulful Night To Remember Comes to Edinburgh Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - November 16, 2018

Dubbed the biggest American soul compilation show ever to tour UK theatres, A Soulful Night to Remember comes to Edinburgh Playhouse on Sunday 17 March as part of its UK tour....


VIDEO: Get A First Look At TUTS' RAGTIME Photo VIDEO: Get A First Look At TUTS' RAGTIME
by Alan Henry - April 16, 2019

BroadwayWorld has a first look at TUTS' Ragtime! Ragtime is a deeply moving musical based on E.L. Doctorow's powerful book about immigrants and the fight for the American soul in the early twentieth century....


Tedeschi Trucks Band Comes to the Fox Photo Tedeschi Trucks Band Comes to the Fox
by Stephi Wild - December 10, 2018

Tedeschi Trucks Band's increasingly successful Wheels of Soul tour returns to the road in 2019, for one of the most anticipated concert events of the summer. Kicking-off June 29th in the Grammy-winning group's hometown of Jacksonville, Florida, the 5th annual amphitheater run welcomes special guest...


Ashanti, Ciara & H.E.R. To Honor Moms at VH1's 'Dear Mama: A Love Letter to Mom' Photo Ashanti, Ciara & H.E.R. To Honor Moms at VH1's 'Dear Mama: A Love Letter to Mom'
by Tori Hartshorn - April 18, 2019

VH1 today announced its annual “Dear Mama: A Love Letter to Mom” will premiere on Monday, May 6th at 10PM ET/PT. Grammy Award®-winning artists Ashanti and MTV Push Artist H.E.R. will perform and pay tribute to their mothers who have shaped their success. Ciara, on behalf of #SeeHer, will honor deser...


VIDEO: See The Cast of TUTS' RAGTIME Perform 'Crime of the Century' Photo VIDEO: See The Cast of TUTS' RAGTIME Perform 'Crime of the Century'
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2019

Ragtime is a deeply moving musical based on E.L. Doctorow's powerful book about immigrants and the fight for the American soul in the early twentieth century....


KaiL Baxley Announces BENEATH THE BONES LP Photo KaiL Baxley Announces BENEATH THE BONES LP
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 09, 2020

Today, Singer-Songwriter KaiL Baxley has announced his upcoming LP, Beneath The Bones out March 6th via AntiFragile Music. The self-produced album was recorded at the late Elliot Smith's New Monkey Studios and United Studios in Los Angeles, California....


FOSSE/VERDON, FROZEN 2 Among Nominees for Guild of Music Supervisors Awards - See Ful Photo FOSSE/VERDON, FROZEN 2 Among Nominees for Guild of Music Supervisors Awards - See Full List!
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 09, 2020

The Guild of Music Supervisors announced today the nominees of their landmark 10th annual award ceremony celebrating outstanding achievement in the craft of Music Supervision in movies, television, games, advertising, and trailers. Crowning the evening will be this year's Icon Award honoree composer...


BWW Review: iTheatre Collaborative Presents WHITE GUY ON THE BUS ~ Searing, Riveting, Photo BWW Review: iTheatre Collaborative Presents WHITE GUY ON THE BUS ~ Searing, Riveting, Essential
by Herbert Paine - September 16, 2018

Bruce Graham pulls no punches in WHITE GUY ON THE BUS, his stinging broadside at the underbelly (the hypocrisies and contradictions) of racism that contaminates the American soul. The power of his punch is sustained in iTheatre Collaborative's riveting production of WHITE GUY ON THE BUS, superbly di...


Bob Dylan Musical GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, MOTHER OF THE MAID & More Coming to th Photo Bob Dylan Musical GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, MOTHER OF THE MAID & More Coming to the Public Theater in 2018-19 Season
by Nicole Rosky - June 05, 2018

Public Theater Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Patrick Willingham announced the line-up today for The Public's 2018-19 Season at their landmark home on 425 Lafayette Street. The iconic New York destination, which includes five theaters and Joe's Pub, as well as The Library rest...


The Donny Hathaway Live Tribute Comes To The Troubadour March 15 Photo The Donny Hathaway Live Tribute Comes To The Troubadour March 15
by A.A. Cristi - March 14, 2019

The world famous Troubadour in Los Angeles will host the Donny Hathaway Live Tribute this Friday March 15th at 9 p.m. An incredible group of musicians and singers will come together to perform the music featured on the classic album 'Donny Hathaway Live' which was released in 1972. Long considered o...






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