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MURDER MADE ME FAMOUS


REELZ today announced new original series Murder Made Me Famous premieres Saturday, August 15 at 9pm ET/ 6pm PT examining killers who gained public notoriety when their crimes whipped up a media frenzy. The unnerving psychology behind murder has long been source material for television, books and movies

Full Cast & Creative Team Set for THE TEMPEST at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre & the Photo Full Cast & Creative Team Set for THE TEMPEST at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre & the Unicorn Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 01, 2023

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and the Unicorn Theatre announced the full cast and creative team for The Tempest re-imagined for everyone aged six and over, revised and directed by Jennifer Tang. Learn how to purchase tickets!...
Rufus Wainwright to Release 'Folkocracy' Album in June Featuring David Byrne, Nicole Photo Rufus Wainwright to Release 'Folkocracy' Album in June Featuring David Byrne, Nicole Scherzinger & More
by Michael Major - March 07, 2023

The 2x GRAMMY Award-nominated singer-songwriter will be joined by a spectacular collection of friends, family members, and other special guest artists that includes Brandi Carlile, John Legend, David Byrne, Sheryl Crow, Nicole Scherzinger, Chaka Khan, Andrew Bird, ANOHNI, Susanna Hoffs, Van Dyke Par...
BBC to Run Extensive Shakespeare Season to Celebrate 400th Anniversary of First Folio Photo BBC to Run Extensive Shakespeare Season to Celebrate 400th Anniversary of First Folio
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 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 ...
Broadway Buying Guide: September 18, 2023 Photo Broadway Buying Guide: September 18, 2023
by Team BWW - September 18, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 18, 2023....
Feature: Legends in Concert presents LEGENDARY DIVAS at The Orleans Hotel And Casino Photo Feature: Legends in Concert presents LEGENDARY DIVAS at The Orleans Hotel And Casino
by Debbie Hall - June 28, 2023

What started in 1983 as just a six-week engagement at the Imperial Palace, Legends in Concert became the longest-running show in Las Vegas history. To celebrate its 40th anniversary, Legends in Concert will present a limited engagement of Legendary Divas at The Orleans Hotel and Casino through July ...
Interview: Heidi Armbruster of MRS. CHRISTIE at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Creates a Photo Interview: Heidi Armbruster of MRS. CHRISTIE at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Creates a Delightful Contemporary Mystery from the Disappearance of the Famed Author in 1926
by Jim Munson - September 28, 2023

BroadwayWorld chats with playwright Heidi Armbruster about 'Mrs. Christie' her madcap mystery making its West Coast premiere at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley October 4 to 29. Her play is an imaginative and speculative romp that connects the famed mystery writer's 11-day disappearance in 1926 with the ...
Sydney Festival Launches 2024 Program Photo Sydney Festival Launches 2024 Program
by Stephi Wild - October 26, 2023

The mainstay of Sydney’s high summer season, Sydney Festival, sails back this January with a first class line-up of World Premieres, extraordinary immersive experiences, cutting-edge public art, Australian exclusives, free events, trailblazing First Nations programming and an epic live music offerin...
Felicia Finely to Perform Tribute to Patsy Cline at The Green Room 42 Photo Felicia Finely to Perform Tribute to Patsy Cline at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2023

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Broadway’s blonde bombshell, Felicia Finely, known for roles in the musicals The Wedding Singer, Mamma Mia!, and The Life, in the premiere of her new show, “Backwoods to Broadway: Patsy C. & Fe,'...
WAM to Present Musical Trio For Fall Cabaret Photo WAM to Present Musical Trio For Fall Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 11, 2023

WAM Theatre has just announced a thrilling musical trio for their upcoming Fall Cabaret, which will run for 4 nights only. Get all the details about the dates and venue here....
Over 80 Festivals, Concerts, Shows & Exhibits Are Coming to Philadelphia This Spring Photo Over 80 Festivals, Concerts, Shows & Exhibits Are Coming to Philadelphia This Spring and Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 18, 2023

When they say there's nothing to do this weekend - they definitely do not mean Philadelphia! The guide to spring and summer will keep you busy every single weekend for the new three months - and give tourists over 80 reasons to visit Philly in 2023. ...
Review: JON BENNETT: AMERICAN'T Is a Triumph at the TAMPA FRINGE FESTIVAL Photo Review: JON BENNETT: AMERICAN'T Is a Triumph at the TAMPA FRINGE FESTIVAL
by Peter Nason - May 13, 2023

The Aussie comedian packs quite a punch with his latest!...
IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens at City Springs Theatre Company in December Photo IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens at City Springs Theatre Company in December
by Stephi Wild - November 24, 2023

This December, City Springs Theatre Company (CSTC) brings the nostalgic, Broadway spectacular Irving Berlin's White Christmas to Atlanta-area audiences, with additional performances already in place to meet the demand for this holiday classic....
Earl Carpenter, Bradley Jaden and More Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Italy Photo Earl Carpenter, Bradley Jaden and More Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Italy
by Stephi Wild - June 14, 2023

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera will open for the first time in Italy at Teatro Stabile del Friuli Venezia Giulia in Trieste on 4th July 2023. Additional casting has now been announced, including Earl Carpenter as Monsieur Andre and Bradley Jaden ...
Syracuse Stage To Present The Agatha Christie Classic MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Photo Syracuse Stage To Present The Agatha Christie Classic MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
by A.A. Cristi - March 04, 2024

Experience the suspense and thrill as Syracuse Stage brings Agatha Christie's classic, MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, to life. A must-see for mystery lovers and theatre enthusiasts....
Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz to Perform at The Green Room 42 in January Photo Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz to Perform at The Green Room 42 in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 21, 2023

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the Broadway luminaries Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz in a special evening on Saturday, January 20 at 7:00 PM....
Review: FRINGE FESTIVAL: BATCH FIVE Photo Review: FRINGE FESTIVAL: BATCH FIVE
by Ilana Lucas - July 14, 2023

Reviews of Fatal Charade, Levels: The Play, Danielle Tea's Infernal Latte, Mail Ordered, All That Remains, and B-Max and the Re-Revolution at the Toronto Fringe Festival...
Interview: Ken Ludwig Talks Passion for Playwrighting & His Plays Around the World Photo Interview: Ken Ludwig Talks Passion for Playwrighting & His Plays Around the World
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2023

Read BroadwayWorld's interview with playwright Ken Ludwig, as he discusses his incredible career, productions of Murder on the Orient Express, Crazy For You, and much more....
How Often Are Broadway Musicals About Real People? Photo How Often Are Broadway Musicals About Real People?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - November 05, 2023

This time, the reader question was: With Harmony sharing the real story of The Comedian Harmonists, I’m wondering- how often are Broadway musicals about real people who actually existed?...
EDINBURGH 2023: Review: SOLVE ALONG A MURDER SHE WROTE, TheSpace @ Symposium Hall - A Photo EDINBURGH 2023: Review: SOLVE ALONG A MURDER SHE WROTE, TheSpace @ Symposium Hall - Amphitheatre
by Stefanie Lyons - August 21, 2023

Full disclosure: I saw Solve Along A Murder She Wrote in London a number of years ago. As soon as I saw it was on at the Fringe I elbowed my way through the other BW reviewers, pushed a couple of them over, stepping over their bodies, shocked looks on their faces ignored, just so I could get to the ...
Irvine Barclay Theatre Reveals Upcoming Season Photo Irvine Barclay Theatre Reveals Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - August 01, 2023

Irvine Barclay Theatre has announced more shows for its 2023-24 season. One of the most popular performing arts venues in Orange County, Irvine Barclay Theatre presents renowned artists in a wide range of genres, from jazz, classical, country, Motown, and global music, to comedy, dance, theater, cap...
Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Photo Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2023

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season....
BBC to Run Extensive Shakespeare Season to Celebrate 400th Anniversary of First Folio Photo BBC to Run Extensive Shakespeare Season to Celebrate 400th Anniversary of First Folio
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 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 ...
Adam Garcia Will Star as Caractacus Potts in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour Photo Adam Garcia Will Star as Caractacus Potts in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - November 16, 2023

Olivier-nominee Adam Garcia will star as Caractacus Potts in a new production of the most fantasmagorical musical of all time, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton from Tuesday 30 April 2024, before embarking on a UK tour....
Interview: 'Might it Take a Fiction to Catch a Fiction?': Director Adam Meggido on SH Photo Interview: 'Might it Take a Fiction to Catch a Fiction?': Director Adam Meggido on SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE WHITECHAPEL FIEND
by Kat Mokrynski - March 08, 2024

Can a fictional detective solve a real-life murder case? Sherlock Holmes and the Whitechapel Fiend answers this question by having the world-famous detective attempt to solve the infamous Jack the Ripper case. Recently, we had the chance to talk to Adam Meggido, the director of this production, abou...
Earl Carpenter, Bradley Jaden and More Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Italy Photo Earl Carpenter, Bradley Jaden and More Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Italy
by Stephi Wild - June 14, 2023

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera will open for the first time in Italy at Teatro Stabile del Friuli Venezia Giulia in Trieste on 4th July 2023. Additional casting has now been announced, including Earl Carpenter as Monsieur Andre and Bradley Jaden ...




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