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Interview: Steve Landes of RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES at Dr. Phillips Center on M Photo Interview: Steve Landes of RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES at Dr. Phillips Center on May 5
by Joseph Harrison - April 25, 2024

When the opening chords of a familiar Beatles tune drifts out of the doors of the Walt Disney Theater on May 5th, guests might just think they stepped back in time 50+ years to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper, Magical Mystery Tour and all your favorite hits. And if they come see RAIN - A Tribute to t...
Meet the Cast of CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - April 01, 2024

The Kit Kat Club is now open! Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, starring Academy Award and Tony Award winner Eddie Redmayne and introducing Gayle Rankin, begins previews tonight, April 1, at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Cabaret here!...
Student Blog: 2023 Thespy Award Winner Brielle Norlie on Excellence in Stage Manageme Photo Student Blog: 2023 Thespy Award Winner Brielle Norlie on Excellence in Stage Management
by Student Blogger: Austin Watts - March 25, 2024

Brielle's overall goal with stage management and in life in general is to make people feel valued, heard, and as if they matter. She strongly cares about helping people find joy, whether that be because she met them as a stage manager, or just as another acquaintance, she believes everyone deserves ...
Migguel Anggelo To Return To Joe's Pub With LATINXOXO Photo Migguel Anggelo To Return To Joe's Pub With LATINXOXO
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024

Join Venezuelan actor and artist Migguel Anggelo at Joe's Pub for his queer, gender-bending theatrical experience, LATINXOXO. This unique show combines theater, humor, music, and movement to challenge stereotypes and explore personal history....
WAITRESS, JERSEY BOYS, and More Set For Duluth Playhouse's 2024-2025 Season Photo WAITRESS, JERSEY BOYS, and More Set For Duluth Playhouse's 2024-2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024

Duluth Playhouse has announced the plays and musicals slated for its 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!...
Dobama Theatre Unveils 24/25 Season Of Comedies, Award Winners, And Premieres Photo Dobama Theatre Unveils 24/25 Season Of Comedies, Award Winners, And Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 02, 2024

Discover the line-up for Dobama Theatre's 24/25 season, featuring comedies, award winners, and premieres. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets. ...
Interview: ELLA PEREZ of THE CHER SHOW at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS Photo Interview: ELLA PEREZ of THE CHER SHOW at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS
by Brett Cullum - March 26, 2024

I think the biggest thing I wanted to focus on was not making it like a character and not making it like some tasteless impression. Because I don't know. It's not necessarily what the show is about, and the three of us do a really good job of “a hint of Cher.” But there's still us!...
Interview: Pascale Roger-McKeever Is Ready to Take Up Space at SoHo Playhouse Photo Interview: Pascale Roger-McKeever Is Ready to Take Up Space at SoHo Playhouse
by Rebecca Kaplan - April 09, 2024

Playwright and performer Pascale Roger-McKeever will be bringing her one-woman show Fingers and Spoons to the SoHo Playhouse this month. The provocative show, tackling open marriage, will play from Thursday April 25th to Thursday May 2nd. I spoke with Roger-McKeever about the show and the process of...
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!...
VENTURA LIVE! Comes To Rubicon Theatre Company Beginning Next Month Photo VENTURA LIVE! Comes To Rubicon Theatre Company Beginning Next Month
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024

Rubicon Theatre Company has announced the launch of its new special event series, “VENTURA LIVE! Music, Laughter and Magic,” featuring one-night and short-run concerts, jam sessions, new play readings, magic nights, comedy, and much more. ...
Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal Photo Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal
by Joshua Wright - April 05, 2024

BroadwayWorld has learned that J. Antonio Rogriguez, who was playing Orpheus on the Hadestown tour before having to step away from the production following the expiration of his DACA renewal, will now be able to return to the production....
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Bel Photo Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024

Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month....
Review Roundup: Ivo Van Hove, Rufus Wainwright Musical OPENING NIGHT Opens In London Photo Review Roundup: Ivo Van Hove, Rufus Wainwright Musical OPENING NIGHT Opens In London
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024

Read reviews for the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT a new musical with book by Ivo Van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith....
Student Blog: A Big Guide to Making a Musical Theatre Audition Book Photo Student Blog: A Big Guide to Making a Musical Theatre Audition Book
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - March 23, 2024

Hi! I'm back with another post that has advice about something that I am actually really confused about in my life right now! The topic is: making a good audition book of musical theatre songs (Cont.)....
Interview: Student Spotlight - Neely Hebert Directs Alice By Heart Photo Interview: Student Spotlight - Neely Hebert Directs Alice By Heart
by Courtney Symes - April 08, 2024

The future of theatre is in good hands. Neely Hebert, a senior at Rio Americano, is making a name for herself in the world of entertainment. While her focus is on film, she is also forging a path on the stage. In our first Sacramento Student Spotlight, BroadwayWorld talks to Neely about her new show...
Review: POTUS at Circuit Playhouse Photo Review: POTUS at Circuit Playhouse
by Kevin Shaw - March 29, 2024

What did our critic think of POTUS at Circuit Playhouse? As with any comedy, and farce particularly, timing is everything and it takes about half of Act I before the cast finds their rhythm and ensures the audience is keeping up with them. It’s a lot all at once. ...
Spotlight: JAIME LOZANO AND THE FAMILIA PERFORM SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT at Tilles Cente Photo Spotlight: JAIME LOZANO AND THE FAMILIA PERFORM SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT at Tilles Center
by BWW Special Offer - April 04, 2024

Jaime Lozano and The Familia Perform Songs by an Immigrant...
Bend Sinister Release 'Big Star' and 'Gotta Get Ready' Photo Bend Sinister Release 'Big Star' and 'Gotta Get Ready'
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024

Enter Vancouver quartet Bend Sister, who dole out two kinds of motivation on their latest, double-A-sided single — a musical wake-up call for aspiring rockers and anybody else who needs a little bit of a fire lit under them just to take on the day....
Interview: Francis Jue of TIGER STYLE! at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Hits His Stride Photo Interview: Francis Jue of TIGER STYLE! at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Hits His Stride by Being True to Himself
by Jim Munson - April 02, 2024

BroadwayWorld talks to Obie Award-winning actor Francis Jue about returning to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley, where he has appeared so often in the last 35 years, in Mike Lew's trenchant comedy, 'Tiger Style!'...
Interview: Megan McGinnis of BEETLEJUICE National Tour Photo Interview: Megan McGinnis of BEETLEJUICE National Tour
by Melissa Heckscher - April 15, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke with Broadway alumn Megan McGinnis about coming back to SoCal, doing an exorcism in front of her 7-year-old son, and keeping a straight face while acting alongside Justin Collette’s Beetlejuice.  ...
Interview: How to Make a Cad—BUTTERFLY's Pinkerton—Appealing, According to Jonathan T Photo Interview: How to Make a Cad—BUTTERFLY's Pinkerton—Appealing, According to Jonathan Tetelman
by Richard Sasanow - April 26, 2024

It’s a big season at the Met for tenor Jonathan Tetelman—born in Chile, raised in New Jersey—and he’s taking every advantage of it. He’s come to town with a reputation as a Puccini specialist (not that there’s anything wrong with that). How does he feel about that? “Well, I basically built my voice...
Staind Releases New Song 'Better Days' Featuring Dorothy Photo Staind Releases New Song 'Better Days' Featuring Dorothy
by Josh Sharpe - April 19, 2024

Multi-platinum rock band, Staind has released a new song, “Better Days” featuring Dorothy, from their latest album, Confessions of the Fallen. “Better Days,” an emotionally charged power ballad that is classic Staind, marks the first time the band has a featured artist on a song. Singer and namesake...
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup – March 25 to March 31, 2024 Photo BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup – March 25 to March 31, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - March 25, 2024

Looking for some fun cabaret shows and other unique events to see this week in NYC and not sure where to start? Whether you’re looking for jazz, some classic fun and showtunes, comedy, or something that defies genre, we have you covered! There’s an overwhelming amount of live events in NYC, but we’v...
Interview: Jocelyn Bioh on the Success of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING & Broadway Rep Photo Interview: Jocelyn Bioh on the Success of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING & Broadway Representation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke with playwright Jocelyn Bioh about her inspiration for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, why the success of the play was so meaningful, her organization Black Women on Broadway, and much more. Read the interview here!...
Review Roundup: Ivo Van Hove, Rufus Wainwright Musical OPENING NIGHT Opens In London Photo Review Roundup: Ivo Van Hove, Rufus Wainwright Musical OPENING NIGHT Opens In London
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024

Read reviews for the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT a new musical with book by Ivo Van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith....




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