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Rise is a heartening new drama about finding inspiration in unexpected places. When dedicated teacher and family man Lou Mazzuchelli sheds his own self-doubt and takes over the school's lackluster theater department, he galvanizes not only the faculty and students, but the entire working-class town. Inspired by a true story.

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ETERNAL LOVE: THE MUSICAL Comes to Darlington Hippodrome in 2025 Photo ETERNAL LOVE: THE MUSICAL Comes to Darlington Hippodrome in 2025
by Stephi Wild - June 03, 2024

Independent theatre show producer Steve Steinman's brand-new production, the vampire-themed Eternal Love: The Musical, went on sale recently at the UK’s leading venues....


54 SINGS HAZBIN HOTEL to Play 54 Below This Month Photo 54 SINGS HAZBIN HOTEL to Play 54 Below This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - June 03, 2024

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present 54 Sings Hazbin Hotel on June 23rd, 2024 at 9:30pm....


Video: Watch Sneak Peek From New Episode of THE BIG CIGAR Photo Video: Watch Sneak Peek From New Episode of THE BIG CIGAR
by Josh Sharpe - May 28, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the fourth episode of the limited drama series “The Big Cigar,” starring André Holland as Black Panther leader Huey P. Newton. The all-new episode will debut on Friday, May 31, followed by new episodes every Friday through June 14 on Apple TV+. Watch the c...


Stephanie Mills Will Return to Broadway as 'Hermes' in HADESTOWN Photo Stephanie Mills Will Return to Broadway as 'Hermes' in HADESTOWN
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024

Grammy Award winner Stephanie Mills will join the cast of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical, Hadestown as ‘Hermes.’...


Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 29, 2024 Photo Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 29, 2024
by - May 29, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours....


Wrazy Releases New Single 'Pau Gasol' Photo Wrazy Releases New Single 'Pau Gasol'
by Blair Ingenthron - June 02, 2024

Rising hip-hop artist Wrazy has released his latest single, 'Pau Gasol.' The track, which dropped on major streaming platforms, showcases Wrazy's growth as an artist and his ability to blend sharp rhymes with catchy hooks....


Interview: David Henry Hwang Discusses YELLOW FACE Audible Drama Ahead of Play's Broa Photo Interview: David Henry Hwang Discusses YELLOW FACE Audible Drama Ahead of Play's Broadway Debut
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

At the beginning of May, a brand new audio version of David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face debuted on Audible, which features a starry cast that includes Daniel Dae Kim, Benedict Wong, Ashley Park, and Jane Krakoswki. BroadwayWorld sat down with Hwang to discuss this new way of experiencing his play and ...


Review: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF at The Lantern Theatre Photo Review: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF at The Lantern Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - June 02, 2024

What did our critic think of WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF at The Lantern Theatre?...


JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Will Open on Broadway This Summer Photo JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Will Open on Broadway This Summer
by Nicole Rosky - May 28, 2024

Following two sold-out runs Off-Broadway, JOB, the smash hit play by Max Wolf Friedlich, will open on Broadway this summer starring acclaimed original cast members Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon. We have all of the details!...


Rise Above Performing Arts Opens Season With SPRING AWAKENING Photo Rise Above Performing Arts Opens Season With SPRING AWAKENING
by Stephi Wild - June 04, 2024

Rise Above Performing Arts will open its 9th season with the dramatic and inspirational musical, Spring Awakening. The show which opens June 7 and runs through June 15 is Rise Above‘s professional alumni show. ...


Ray LaMontagne Returns With Highly Anticipated New Album 'Long Way Home' Photo Ray LaMontagne Returns With Highly Anticipated New Album 'Long Way Home'
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

Ray LaMontagne—the celebrated Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter—has confirmed the next chapter of his career with a new studio album, Long Way Home, out August 16. Ahead of the album, LaMontagne will unveil the lead single, “Step Into Your Power” on June 5 with a video created with his son, Tob...


Interview: Justin Elizabeth Sayre Hosts NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub Photo Interview: Justin Elizabeth Sayre Hosts NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 28, 2024

NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS, a Pride concert benefitting The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will be performed at Joe’s Pub on Monday, June 3 at 7 pm, honoring the iconic Judy Garland with songs from her legendary career. Read our conversation with Justin Elizabeth Say...


Amy Winehouse Biopic BACK TO BLACK Available to Watch at Home Tomorrow Photo Amy Winehouse Biopic BACK TO BLACK Available to Watch at Home Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - June 03, 2024

Dive deeper into the powerful story of six-time Grammy® Award winning and pop culture icon, Amy Winehouse, in BACK TO BLACK, available for the first time exclusively on digital platforms where you can buy or rent beginning tomorrow, June 4, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. ...


BEAUTIFUL & More Lead Chicago's June 2024 Top Theatre Shows Photo BEAUTIFUL & More Lead Chicago's June 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - June 03, 2024

Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for June 2024 include Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and more!...


Tayler Holder Releases Country Trap Single 'Nothin' But Neon' Photo Tayler Holder Releases Country Trap Single 'Nothin' But Neon'
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

Most Followed Country Music Artist on TikTok, Country Music Singer-Songwriter TaylerHolder, comes back with a bit of a twist with a country trap song in the hope of a summer banger. 'I wrote ‘Nothin’ But Neon’ with Jared Keim and Travis Wood and we dove deep into what it feels like when guys go thro...


TOO MUCH PILLS AND LIQUOR (AFTER CABARET) Announced At The Divine This June Photo TOO MUCH PILLS AND LIQUOR (AFTER CABARET) Announced At The Divine This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2024

Brooklyn Rep returns to The Divine for Pride 2024 with TOO MUCH PILLS AND LIQUOR, a new comedy by David Levesley. Performances run from June 24 to July 1 at The Divine in London....


 North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festi Photo  North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - June 04, 2024

 North Carolina Black Repertory Company has announced the mainstage program for its 18th biennial International Black Theatre Festival, taking place July 29-August 3 in Winston-Salem, NC. ...


RONALD: A Clown's Comedic Saga Debuts At Hollywood Fringe Festival! Photo RONALD: A Clown's Comedic Saga Debuts At Hollywood Fringe Festival!
by A.A. Cristi - June 03, 2024

RONALD, a new solo clown show starring Jenna Podell, debuts at The Broadwater Theater in Hollywood on June 8th. The show explores the fictional origin story of a beloved clown, blending humor and heartfelt moments....


Legacy of Little Richard Celebrated in THE ARCHITECT OF ROCK & ROLL Concert Reading Photo Legacy of Little Richard Celebrated in THE ARCHITECT OF ROCK & ROLL Concert Reading
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024

The Green Room 42 will host a tribute to the legendary Little Richard with the concert reading of 'The Architect of Rock & Roll.' This vibrant celebration captures Little Richard's meteoric rise from the heart of Georgia to the pinnacle of rock & roll fame....


Maestra Music to Celebrate Fifth Anniversary with Special Panel Discussion Photo Maestra Music to Celebrate Fifth Anniversary with Special Panel Discussion
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 03, 2024

MAESTRA MUSIC will mark its fifth anniversary with a special panel discussion featuring industry leaders discussing the impact and future of women in musical theater. Learn more about the event and see how to attend!...


Andrew J. Koehler's MY GOLDEN AGE: SONGS FROM AN OLD SOUL Announced At 54 Below Photo Andrew J. Koehler's MY GOLDEN AGE: SONGS FROM AN OLD SOUL Announced At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2024

54 BELOW will present Andrew J. Koehler in My Golden Age: Songs From An Old Soul....


Listen: TARA TREMENDOUS Season 5 Episode Premiere Out Now Photo Listen: TARA TREMENDOUS Season 5 Episode Premiere Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024

Wonkybot Entertainment released the first episode of TARA TREMENDOUS Season 5, picking up after the dramatic cliffhanger of Season 4. Listen now! ...


Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Phoenix Theatre Company Photo Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - May 30, 2024

The Phoenix Theatre Company's edition of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, directed and choreographed by Staś Kmieć, is good and quite entertaining. In its own right, it follows the tradition of the Broadway musical ~ brisk, easy to consume, emotionally uplifting, and endowed with a highly talented ensemble....


In Praise of Lightness-Prosecco and the Italian Art of Drinking Photo In Praise of Lightness-Prosecco and the Italian Art of Drinking
by Marina Kennedy - May 30, 2024

'Prosecco' is one of the most well-known Italian words in the entire world. A word that immediately brings a smile, a hearty laugh or the imagination of a moment to share. From the Gilera grapes, which elect their territory between Veneto and Friuli, to a story that involves the entire world....


CELLINO V. BARNES To Play Asylum NYC This Summer, Directed By Wesley Taylor & Alex Wy Photo CELLINO V. BARNES To Play Asylum NYC This Summer, Directed By Wesley Taylor & Alex Wyse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 03, 2024

CELLINO V. BARNES will be performed at Asylum NYC this summer, directed by Wesley Taylor and Alex Wyse. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets. ...






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