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Interview: 'Everything is Based on Consent': Performers Ross Sands and Manny Tsakanik Photo Interview: 'Everything is Based on Consent': Performers Ross Sands and Manny Tsakanika on Respect, Safety and Boundaries in MAGIC MIKE LIVE
by Kat Mokrynski - January 09, 2024

I had the opportunity to chat with Manny Tsakanika And Ross Sands, two of the performers who have been with Magic Mike Live for the entirety of its five-year run. We discussed what it has been like to see the show grow, what made them want to be a part of it, and what they hope audience members take...
Review: FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Alliance Theatre Photo Review: FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Alliance Theatre
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - February 19, 2024

The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition 20th competition winner FURLOUGH’S PARADISE written by a.k. payne and directed by Tinashe Kajese-Bolden has its world premiere on the Hertz Stage at Alliance Theatre Jan 31 – Mar 3, 2024. ...
Lizzie No Shares 'Halfsies' Feat. Allison Russell And Attacca Quartet Photo Lizzie No Shares 'Halfsies' Feat. Allison Russell And Attacca Quartet
by Michael Major - January 18, 2024

Lizzie No collaborates with Allison Russell and members of Attacca Quartet on new album 'Halfsies.' The album's opening song features Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Allison Russell and strings from members of the Grammy-winning group Attacca Quartet, who deliver a frenetic, inescapable tension tha...
Review: OKLAHOMA! at Center Stage Theatre Photo Review: OKLAHOMA! at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - February 18, 2024

What did our critic think of OKLAHOMA! at Center Stage Theatre?...
Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Announce The 20th Annual EVE OF THE EVE Show At Rhapsody Photo Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Announce The 20th Annual EVE OF THE EVE Show At Rhapsody Theater December 30
by A.A. Cristi - November 13, 2023

One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell will perform their 20th Annual Eve of the Eve show at The Rhapsody Theater, 1328 W. Morse, Friday, December 30th, at 8:30 pm....
Interview: Kelly Jenrette Doesn't Draw LINES IN THE DUST Photo Interview: Kelly Jenrette Doesn't Draw LINES IN THE DUST
by Gil Kaan - November 05, 2023

Collaborative Artists Bloc & Support Black Theatre will West Coast premiere Nikkole Salter’s Lines in the Dust November 4, 2023 at the Matrix Theatre. Desean K. Terry directs the cast of Kelly Jenrette, Erica Tazel and Tony Pasqualini, with Kelly and Erica playing the dual roles of Beverly and Denit...
Industry Pro Newsletter: High Staff Turnover in Pittsburgh, Chicago's Storefront Scen Photo Industry Pro Newsletter: High Staff Turnover in Pittsburgh, Chicago's Storefront Scene Faces a Storefront Crisis
by Alex Freeman - October 10, 2023

This week, we’re looking at a few different crises facing theatres across the globe - from Pittsburgh, a story on staff turnover causing many organizations to raise wages, causing a new kind of financial strain. Data from Colleen Dilenschnieder suggests that many patrons of arts organizations might ...
Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Six - The Siren Photo Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Six - The Siren
by Stephen Mosher - November 06, 2023

Today, we return to The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE SIREN...
Student Blog: Tis the Season for Audition Nerves! Photo Student Blog: Tis the Season for Audition Nerves!
by Student Blogger: Lauren D - October 01, 2023

My favorite time of the school year is coming up! Audition. Season. Woo! In my program we audition for the winter and spring show together. And no matter how your school’s audition progress goes, most people can agree on one thing. We are all nervous. While we do our best to look and feel confident ...
Industry Insiders Share Thoughts on the Broadway Season and Hopes for 2024 Photo Industry Insiders Share Thoughts on the Broadway Season and Hopes for 2024
by Team BWW - December 29, 2023

Before the 2024 season begins, BroadwayWorld is taking a pause to reflect on this past year in theatre, surveying dozens of Broadway insiders, from producers to writers; marketing experts to press representatives. Find out what they had to say about 2023......
Interview: Broadway's Newest Power Producer, LaChanze, Talks JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAI Photo Interview: Broadway's Newest Power Producer, LaChanze, Talks JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More
by A.A. Cristi - November 12, 2023

One of Broadway's best, Tony Award-winner LaChanze, has broken the fourth wall and crossing the footlights to perform a new role- producer. Read our interview with this theatrical legend!...
Interview: 'It Brings a Lot of Joy': Actors Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Za Photo Interview: 'It Brings a Lot of Joy': Actors Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Zamit on Returning to PETER PAN GOES WRONG
by Kat Mokrynski - December 14, 2023

BroadwayWorld sat down to chat with some of original Mischief Theatre group - Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill and Nancy Zamit, who are all back in the show on the West End for the festive season....
Award Winning Mark Burnell Releases New Album GOSPEL PIANO Photo Award Winning Mark Burnell Releases New Album GOSPEL PIANO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 11, 2023

Mark Burnell releases his new album 'GOSPEL PIANO,' featuring seven tracks of African American spirituals and gospel music. Hailed as 'silky smooth and highly polished,' Mark's rich and unique style shines through in this instrumental recording. ...
Interview: Hershey Felder of HERSHEY FELDER'S GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK SING-ALONG: A O Photo Interview: Hershey Felder of HERSHEY FELDER'S GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK SING-ALONG: A ONE-NIGHT ONLY BENEFIT FOR THEATREWORKS at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Jim Munson - October 05, 2023

BroadwayWorld chats with the perennially popular performer Hershey Felder about the Great American Songbook Sing-Along benefit he's doing for TheatreWorks Silicon Valley on October 11th in Mountain View California to raise funds for their Save TheatreWorks Now campaign....
Interview: Michelle Elaine of POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN T Photo Interview: Michelle Elaine of POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE at STAGES
by Armando Urdiales - October 02, 2023

When I first moved to Houston in early 2021, theatre's across Houston began the slow process of reopening. One of the first productions featured an actress that I sorely wish I knew her incredible body of work before the pandemic. That actress, Michelle Elaine. Not only is she an exceptional actress...
Review: THE CHILDREN at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre Photo Review: THE CHILDREN at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - February 08, 2024

A well-crafted production directed by Corey McMahon...
Broadway Buying Guide: February 5, 2024- Get Tickets to SWEENEY TODD, HADESTOWN and M Photo Broadway Buying Guide: February 5, 2024- Get Tickets to SWEENEY TODD, HADESTOWN and More
by Team BWW - February 05, 2024

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, February 5, 2024....
Rosemary Loar Stars In STING*CHRONICITY At Centenary Stages Fringe Festival Photo Rosemary Loar Stars In STING*CHRONICITY At Centenary Stages Fringe Festival
by A.A. Cristi - October 17, 2023

Centenary Stages Fringe Festival will present Broadway veteran and award winning cabaret artist, Rosemary Loar, in her critically acclaimed show STING*chronicity. ...
Broadway Training Center Of Westchester to Present 2024 Winter Gala in January Photo Broadway Training Center Of Westchester to Present 2024 Winter Gala in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 16, 2023

Broadway Training Center (BTC) Winter Gala 2024 honors Jason & Fiona, Co-Executive Artistic Directors. Enjoy performances, food, auctions, and raffles. ...
Bryan Cranston Reflects on Working With Bill Hayes on DAYS OF OUR LIVES Photo Bryan Cranston Reflects on Working With Bill Hayes on DAYS OF OUR LIVES
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2024

Bryan Cranston recently reflected on his work with the late Bill Hayes in a comment on the actor's obituary on Deadline. Cranston worked with Hayes on Days Of Our Lives, what he describes as one of his first professional acting jobs....
Lost Nation Theater Presents Willem Lange's Telling of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STO Photo Lost Nation Theater Presents Willem Lange's Telling of A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STORY, December 19
by A.A. Cristi - December 08, 2023

Willem Lange returns to Lost Nation Theater with his rendition of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Don't miss this ghostly holiday performance!...
Interview: Giselle Gutierrez Talks MRS. DOUBTFIRE THE MUSICAL National Tour at Ohio T Photo Interview: Giselle Gutierrez Talks MRS. DOUBTFIRE THE MUSICAL National Tour at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - October 17, 2023

“I definitely am trying to overcome imposter syndrome,” the Central Florida University sophomore said. “I haven’t been doing theater for very long and I am trying to silence that little voice in my head, saying I’m not good enough to be in the room with these very accomplished people.”...
Review: ONCE MORE, JUST FOR YOU At Seattle Public Theater Photo Review: ONCE MORE, JUST FOR YOU At Seattle Public Theater
by Shelley Dean - February 19, 2024

Seattle Public Theater is currently hosting the world premiere of Maggie Lee’s play, Once More, Just For You, directed by Amy Poisson. With a three-person cast and a homemade time travel machine, this show could be of particular interest to Seattle’s sci-fi fans. ...
Interview: Zachary Reeve Davidson of Coin & Ghost On Directing MAMA MAMA CAN'T YOU SE Photo Interview: Zachary Reeve Davidson of Coin & Ghost On Directing MAMA MAMA CAN'T YOU SEE
by Shari Barrett - November 09, 2023

Zachary Reeve Davidson is the Founding Artistic Director of Coin & Ghost, the group presenting Mama Mama Can’t You See, an explosive new play about human connection and the mythology of war written by ex-Marine Stan Mayer and Cecilia Fairchild. Davidson is directing and choreographing, opening Novem...
Bendigo Fletcher Announce North American Headline Tour Photo Bendigo Fletcher Announce North American Headline Tour
by Michael Major - January 16, 2024

Louisville, KY's Bendigo Fletcher have announced they will embark on a North American headline tour this spring. The 33-city trek kicks off on March 8 in Indianapolis, visits major markets coast-to-coast, and wraps on May 11 in Cincinnati. Check out upcoming tour dates now!...




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