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The War On Drugs' Eliza Hardy Jones to Release 'Pickpocket' LP in April Photo The War On Drugs' Eliza Hardy Jones to Release 'Pickpocket' LP in April
by Michael Major - February 22, 2024

The ten-song LP explores surviving grief, birth, death, and the innate humanness surrounding a challenging and personal journey to becoming a parent.  It was written, recorded, and produced by Eliza with production assistance from the multitalented producer, engineer and instrumentalist Nick Krill -...
Review: GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER? at the Carrollwood Players Photo Review: GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER? at the Carrollwood Players
by Peter Nason - February 11, 2023

Based on the classic 1967 film, it's mightily entertaining with a great message and a strong cast led by Kym Welch....
Review: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS, Gielgud Theatre Photo Review: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS, Gielgud Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 03, 2023

Genius is an overused term these days, but there is really no other word to attribute to the late composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim. From Follies, to Gypsy, to A Little Night Music to West Side Story; few other people have had such a profound impact on musical theatre....
Geva Theatre Unveils 2023 Rochester Fringe Festival Lineup Photo Geva Theatre Unveils 2023 Rochester Fringe Festival Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 08, 2023

Discover the incredible lineup of shows at the 2023 Rochester Fringe Festival presented by Geva Theatre. From powerful emerging artists to international performers, this festival promises a unique and diverse experience. Get your tickets now!...
Review: A Beautiful Vision of How the Classic Tale of Oz Came to Be With OZ: A NEW MU Photo Review: A Beautiful Vision of How the Classic Tale of Oz Came to Be With OZ: A NEW MUSICAL at FreeFall Theatre Company
by Drew Eberhard - June 05, 2023

Oz: A New Musical, is an original musical exploring the genius of L. Frank Baum and his complicated relationship with his most famous creation, the Land of Oz. This is the story of a dreamer at the dawn of a new age who reinvented the fairy tale in a distinctly American way, painting an idealized an...
Review Roundup: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Opens On Broadway! Photo Review Roundup: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Opens On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2023

NEW YORK, NEW YORK opens on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, March 26th, 2023, at Broadway’s St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street). Read reviews for the show!...
Lucas Hnath, Trevor Nunn, Noel Coward, and More Set For The Orange Tree Theatre's Upc Photo Lucas Hnath, Trevor Nunn, Noel Coward, and More Set For The Orange Tree Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023

The Orange Tree (OT) has announced its first full year of programming under new Artistic Director Tom Littler. It features world and European premieres by Zoe Cooper and Lucas Hnath; revivals from Mustapha Matura, Noël Coward and Oliver Goldsmith; directors including Trevor Nunn and Matthew Dunster;...
Interview: Greta Oglesby of FANNIE: THE MUSIC AND LIFE OF FANNIE LOU HAMER at Theatre Photo Interview: Greta Oglesby of FANNIE: THE MUSIC AND LIFE OF FANNIE LOU HAMER at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Has Clearly Found Her Calling
by Jim Munson - March 09, 2023

BroadwayWorld speaks with acclaimed actor Greta Oglesby about playing a civil rights icon in Cheryl L. West's 'Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer' running at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley through April 2....
BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More Photo BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2023

BAM ushers in 2024 by presenting a season that honors the power of artistic community. See program details and learn how to purchase tickets!...
Feature: EDDIE: THE FRIENDSHIP THAT CHANGED HISTORY at White Theatre Photo Feature: EDDIE: THE FRIENDSHIP THAT CHANGED HISTORY at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - May 09, 2023

On the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel, a not commonly cited friendship, between President Harry S. Truman and a Kansas City friend may well have had an outsized influence on the success of the new tiny country.   That man was Eddie Jacobson, Truman’s clo...
A Nashville Theater Tribute: GIVING THANKS FOR DENICE CONTINUES Photo A Nashville Theater Tribute: GIVING THANKS FOR DENICE CONTINUES
by Jeffrey Ellis - November 21, 2023

News spread quickly among Nashville-area theaterati in January 2016: Denice Hicks would be taking the stage of Belmont University’s Troutt Theater to take on what could conceivably be her greatest theater challenge: Playing King Lear in the Nashville Shakespeare Festival’s production of the Shakespe...
Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL, at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Cent Photo Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL, at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - August 30, 2023

A miniature masterpiece....
Review: Met's Laffont Competition Unleashes New Artists on Grateful Audience Photo Review: Met's Laffont Competition Unleashes New Artists on Grateful Audience
by Richard Sasanow - March 21, 2024

No matter how many “star” performances the Met manages to muster in the course of a season, there’s nothing quite as exciting as the Laffont Grand Finals Concert—formerly known as the Met’s National Auditions Finals—which took place this past Sunday afternoon for its 70th season, when we got to hear...
Cage The Elephant to Drop New 'Neon Pill' Album in May Photo Cage The Elephant to Drop New 'Neon Pill' Album in May
by Michael Major - February 29, 2024

The new album finds the Kentucky-bred six piece—brothers Matthew Shultz [vocals] and Brad Shultz [guitar], Daniel Tichenor [bass], Jared Champion [drums], Nick Bockrath [lead guitar], and Matthan Minster [guitar, keys, backing vocals]— forging new musical ground, while maintaining their uncompromisi...
EDINBURGH 2023: Review: ROB AUTON: THE ROB AUTON SHOW, Assembly Roxy, Upstairs Photo EDINBURGH 2023: Review: ROB AUTON: THE ROB AUTON SHOW, Assembly Roxy, Upstairs
by Kat Mokrynski - August 15, 2023

Rob Auton: The Rob Auton Show may be slow, but it is powerful. You will leave having had the human experience, which is exactly what Auton is striving for, making his show effective in its mission. It is wonderful to hear a comedian talk about life and its simple pleasures with such joy and I look f...
Interview: Josh Kornbluth of CITIZEN BRAIN at The Marsh Berkeley Explores Our Collect Photo Interview: Josh Kornbluth of CITIZEN BRAIN at The Marsh Berkeley Explores Our Collective Dementia in an Effort to Foster Empathy
by Jim Munson - June 16, 2023

BroadwayWorld chats with eminent Bay Area monologist Josh Kornbluth about his latest work, 'Citizen Brain,' running through July 29th at The Marsh Berkeley....
Review: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS, Gielgud Theatre Photo Review: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS, Gielgud Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 03, 2023

Genius is an overused term these days, but there is really no other word to attribute to the late composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim. From Follies, to Gypsy, to A Little Night Music to West Side Story; few other people have had such a profound impact on musical theatre....
Stratford Festival Holds Annual Meeting, Posts Modest Surplus For 2022 Photo Stratford Festival Holds Annual Meeting, Posts Modest Surplus For 2022
by Blair Ingenthron - April 01, 2023

The Stratford Festival held its annual general meeting on Saturday, April 1st, celebrating the successes of the 2022 season. It announced a moderate surplus, as it exceeded attendance targets for its first fully indoor season since 2020. ...
Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Year Photo Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Years
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 19, 2024

Available for the first time in the nearly 60 years since they were introduced, the four 1960s vocal albums from Lainie Kazan are now streaming on all digital platforms....
Interview: Cast Members of RENT at Emerging Professionals Ensemble Photo Interview: Cast Members of RENT at Emerging Professionals Ensemble
by Joe Sarafolean - July 23, 2023

This summer EPE’s production of RENT is lighting up the stage at Performing Institute of Minnesota thru July 29th and BroadwayWorld was lucky enough to chat with Paul R. Cushman who is rocking it out nightly as Roger Davis....
Theatre Industry Pays Tribute to Bill Kenwright Photo Theatre Industry Pays Tribute to Bill Kenwright
by Aliya Al-Hassan - October 25, 2023

Tributes from the theatre industry have been pouring in for Bill Kenwright, who passed away at the age of 78. ...
Interview: Reb Atadero, Vien King Prove There Are No Small Roles Photo Interview: Reb Atadero, Vien King Prove There Are No Small Roles
by Jude Cartalaba - August 31, 2023

In Jonathan Larson’s semi-autobiographical musical, 'tick, tick…BOOM!' the character of Michael is loosely based on the composer-lyricist’s best friend Matt O’Grady....
Stephen Bogardus, Lana Gordon & More to Star in World Premiere Musical ON CEDAR STREE Photo Stephen Bogardus, Lana Gordon & More to Star in World Premiere Musical ON CEDAR STREET at Berkshire Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 19, 2023

Get ready for the world premiere musical 'ON CEDAR STREET' at Berkshire Theatre Group, starring Stephen Bogardus and Lana Gordon. Experience the magic and unforgettable performances in this spectacular new production. Don't miss out on this enchanting musical event!...
The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Film Festival To Offer 22 Movies During Final Week Photo The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Film Festival To Offer 22 Movies During Final Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 10, 2023

'Experience the Magic of Cinema' is the slogan of a major new cultural event: The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Film Festival Presented by MorseLife—and movie fans can still enjoy 22 amazing screenings. ...
Musical Theatre Network, Mercury Musical Developments & Oxford Playhouse Announce BEA Photo Musical Theatre Network, Mercury Musical Developments & Oxford Playhouse Announce BEAM2023 Participants
by A.A. Cristi - April 03, 2023

Musical Theatre Network, Mercury Musical Developments and Oxford Playhouse has announced details of the 29 musicals that will be showcased in BEAM2023.  ...




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