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Theatre Producers of Color Announces 2023 Cohorts Photo Theatre Producers of Color Announces 2023 Cohorts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 20, 2023

Theatre Producers of Color, the newly formed organization committed to supporting the next generation of BIPOC producers by providing access to education, training, and mentorship, announced their 2023 cohort for the third-annual education program – “Producing 101'....


Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, Mill Studio, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Photo Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, Mill Studio, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
by Katy Scott - September 18, 2023

A celebration of the power of art and one of the most loved of all Sondheim / Lapine collaborations...


What Will Happen at the Tonys on June 11? It's Unclear. Photo What Will Happen at the Tonys on June 11? It's Unclear.
by Cara Joy David - May 30, 2023

The Tony Awards are less than two weeks away and there are still many unanswered questions. The most important is likely—who is going to win? That is of course always an unanswered question until the names are announced, but usually at least one of the major races has a clear-cut favorite....


Video: Plain White T's Share 'Fired Up' Video Photo Video: Plain White T's Share 'Fired Up' Video
by Michael Major - October 20, 2023

Plain White T's have released a new music video for their song 'Fired Up' and will be performing at the When We Were Young festival this weekend. Plain White T's will also appear at the second annual When We We Young Festival in Las Vegas this weekend, along with additional hometown performances bel...


Inside the MEAN GIRLS Songs in New Movie Musical: Live Vocals, an 8-Minute Musical Nu Photo Inside the MEAN GIRLS Songs in New Movie Musical: Live Vocals, an 8-Minute Musical Number & More
by Michael Major - December 20, 2023

Angourie Rice, Reneé Rapp, Auli’i Cravalho, Jaquel Spivey, Avantika, Bebe Wood, Christopher Briney, and Tina Fey sat down to discuss the songs in the upcoming Mean Girls movie musical, like 'Stars,' 'Revenge Party,' 'Cautionary Tale,' 'Sexy,' 'What's Wrong With Me?,' 'Rather Be Me,' and 'Someone Get...


Chamber Music Detroit Launches 80th Season, Inspiring Classical Music Enthusiasts And Photo Chamber Music Detroit Launches 80th Season, Inspiring Classical Music Enthusiasts And Classical Music-Curious Alike
by A.A. Cristi - August 29, 2023

Chamber Music Detroit (CMD) kicks off its 80th year with a carefully curated lineup of artists especially designed to tempt classical music listeners from their favorite play list to the concert hall. CMD's promise: “Come closer. And be moved.”  ...


Santa Barbara Symphony Renews Commitment To Musicians In New 3 Year Contract Photo Santa Barbara Symphony Renews Commitment To Musicians In New 3 Year Contract
by Blair Ingenthron - July 11, 2023

The Santa Barbara Symphony and the American Federation of Musicians have announced a new three-year contract, extending through June 2026. The contract was ratified by both the Symphony Board of Directors and musicians on June 22, 2023, demonstrating a mutual commitment to collaboration and the vibr...


Old 97's Release “Somebody” Ahead Of New Album Photo Old 97's Release “Somebody” Ahead Of New Album
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2024

Alt-country pioneers Old 97’s released “Somebody,” the final pre-release single to be pulled from their 13th studio album American Primitive that will be released this Friday, April 5 via ATO Records. ...


Adi Roy, Marcus M. Martin & More Will Lead North American Tour Of ALADDIN Photo Adi Roy, Marcus M. Martin & More Will Lead North American Tour Of ALADDIN
by Grace Cutler - August 15, 2022

Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, has released full casting for the eagerly-anticipated North American tour of Disney’s Aladdin....


Industry Pro Newsletter: Orchestra Audiences Are Coming Back, A Look at What to Expec Photo Industry Pro Newsletter: Orchestra Audiences Are Coming Back, A Look at What to Expect at the Tony Awards
by Alex Freeman - May 30, 2023

In this edition, we delve into the passionate efforts of America's playwrights to save the Tony Awards, the rebound of orchestras with growing audience numbers. We also explore the success of the 2022-2023 Broadway season, recent appointments and collaborations within the theater community....


DEXTER: NEW BLOOD Sets DVD & Blu-Ray Release Photo DEXTER: NEW BLOOD Sets DVD & Blu-Ray Release
by Michael Major - January 10, 2022

From CBS Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Entertainment, watch as Emmy®-Award nominee Michael C. Hall returns as Dexter, along with Jennifer Carpenter as Dexter’s sister Deb. The highly-anticipated 4-disc collection features every shocking episode from the special event series, along with an ex...


Review: JULIUS CAESAR at Avant Bard Theatre Photo Review: JULIUS CAESAR at Avant Bard Theatre
by Rachael F. Goldberg - March 18, 2023

Avant Bard’s production of Julius Caesar is thoughtful, charming, and thoroughly entertaining. It’s well worth the trip over the river for Shakespeare fans and critics alike, and will hopefully change the way you view the classical figure and play that loom so large in our world....


THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH World Premiere & More Set for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 24 Photo THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH World Premiere & More Set for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the seven productions that will make up the organization’s 2024/25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets....


VIDEO: Christopher Jackson Performs 'The Times They Are a-Changin' at The Creative Co Photo VIDEO: Christopher Jackson Performs 'The Times They Are a-Changin' at The Creative Coalition's Inaugural Ball
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2021

On January 20, 2021, The Creative Coalition brought together leaders from entertainment, media, Congress, and the White House Cabinet and Administration. National and entertainment industry leaders gathered virtually for The Creative Coalition’s famed Inaugural Ball....


Human Race Extends Its 35th Season With  Two More Dayton Premieres  Photo Human Race Extends Its 35th Season With  Two More Dayton Premieres 
by A.A. Cristi - October 21, 2021

The 35th year just keeps on giving.  The Human Race has announced two additional shows that will complete our current season of Dayton premieres.  ...


Chamber Music Detroit Launches 80th Season, Inspiring Classical Music Enthusiasts And Photo Chamber Music Detroit Launches 80th Season, Inspiring Classical Music Enthusiasts And Classical Music-Curious Alike
by A.A. Cristi - August 29, 2023

Chamber Music Detroit (CMD) kicks off its 80th year with a carefully curated lineup of artists especially designed to tempt classical music listeners from their favorite play list to the concert hall. CMD's promise: “Come closer. And be moved.”  ...


SHOWTIME Revives DEXTER 'Wrap-Up' Podcast for New Reboot Photo SHOWTIME Revives DEXTER 'Wrap-Up' Podcast for New Reboot
by Michael Major - September 23, 2021

SHOWTIME breathes new life into the official Dexter companion podcast with the premiere of Dexter: New Blood Wrap-Up With Scott Reynolds, hosted by Reynolds, executive producer and writer for the much-anticipated special event series Dexter: New Blood....


Hollywood Undead Releases New Album 'Hotel Kalifornia' Photo Hollywood Undead Releases New Album 'Hotel Kalifornia'
by Michael Major - August 12, 2022

Featuring recent singles “Trap God”, “City Of The Dead”, and “Wild In These Streets”, Hotel Kalifornia represents a return to form, in an action-packed, 14 track album highlighting the best aspects of what Hollywood Undead have become known for, the latest evidence being “Hourglass”, accompanied by ...


Internationally Renowned Pianist/Composer Laszlo Gardony To Perform In Five Boston Ar Photo Internationally Renowned Pianist/Composer Laszlo Gardony To Perform In Five Boston Area Concerts, September 23- December 9
by A.A. Cristi - September 06, 2023

Internationally acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Laszlo Gardony continues to celebrate his recent Sunnyside Records recording Close Connection with six Boston area concerts, September 23 – December 9, 2023....


Santa Barbara Symphony Renews Commitment To Musicians In New 3 Year Contract Photo Santa Barbara Symphony Renews Commitment To Musicians In New 3 Year Contract
by Blair Ingenthron - July 11, 2023

The Santa Barbara Symphony and the American Federation of Musicians have announced a new three-year contract, extending through June 2026. The contract was ratified by both the Symphony Board of Directors and musicians on June 22, 2023, demonstrating a mutual commitment to collaboration and the vibr...


LITTLE WOMEN Comes to Storyteller Theatre in November Photo LITTLE WOMEN Comes to Storyteller Theatre in November
by Stephi Wild - August 15, 2023

Little Women: An Immersive Holiday Experience comes to Storyteller Theatre in November. Performances run November 30th - December 9th, 2023 at The Harn Homestead....


OWN Celebrates the Holidays With Three New Original Christmas Movies Photo OWN Celebrates the Holidays With Three New Original Christmas Movies
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 10, 2020

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will continue its holiday tradition this season with three new original Christmas movies coming to the network Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT in December, it was announced today by Tina Perry, president, OWN.  ...


An Exquisite Heidi Kettenring Opens MSMT's Concert Series Photo An Exquisite Heidi Kettenring Opens MSMT's Concert Series
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - June 19, 2022

Chicago’s Leading Lady and beloved superstar of MSMT, Heidi Kettenring returns to the Pickard Theatre for three splendid concerts featuring the music of Carole King, Karen Carpenter, Linda Ronstadt, and Joni Mitchell. An exquisite chanteuse, Kettenring combines vocal richness and power, interpretiv...


VIDEO: Watch Michael C. Hall in the DEXTER Reboot Trailer Photo VIDEO: Watch Michael C. Hall in the DEXTER Reboot Trailer
by Michael Major - September 10, 2021

Jack Alcott stars as Dexter’s teenage son Harrison, who mysteriously returns to Dexter’s life after 10 years apart. The cast also features Julia Jones, Alano Miller, Johnny Sequoyah and Clancy Brown. Dexter: New Blood consists of 10 one-hour episodes....


Old 97's Showcase Three Decades Of 'Magic' On New Single Photo Old 97's Showcase Three Decades Of 'Magic' On New Single
by Michael Major - March 12, 2024

Experience the musical journey of Old 97's as they release their new single, showcasing three decades of their unique sound. “Magic,” a jittery piece of power-pop echoing the anguish of grasping for salvation, was the first song the band tracked with producer Tucker Martine at Flora Studios in Portl...






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