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Tribute Concert to Honor James Horner's Iconic Film Scores Comes to Arts Centre Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - March 11, 2026
In 2026, a special concert will honor the illustrious career of Hollywood composer James Horner, known for his impactful film scores. The event, set to feature performances of Horner's most memorable compositions, aims to celebrate his contributions to film music. Audiences can expect to hear pieces...
Video: Everything is RENT for Tim Weil
by Robert Bannon - February 13, 2026
In this BroadwayWorld Exclusive chat, we sit down with Tim Weil, the original music director of Rent, to talk about his powerful new book, Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music That Changed Broadway. Watch in this video....
Museum of Broadway to Host Special RENT Event With Tim Weil
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 11, 2026
The Museum of Broadway will host a 30th anniversary panel of RENT alums and a special reading of Making RENT: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway....
JERSEY BOYS to Launch North American Tour in September 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 28, 2026
Jersey Boys will launch a multi-city North American Tour beginning September 2026 in celebration of its 20th Anniversary year. Jersey Boys is the behind-the-music true story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons....
'Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway' Will Host Launch Event at The Strand
by Stephi Wild - January 27, 2026
In celebration of its release, Apollo Publishers will host a launch event for Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway, written by Rent’s original musical director, Tim Weil. ...
Hershey Symphony Will Present DON'T BURN THE SAUCE! This February
by A.A. Cristi - January 26, 2026
Hershey Symphony will present the captivating culinary-themed concert DON'T BURN THE SAUCE! in February, offering a unique blend of music and gastronomy....
Billy Porter, Jennifer Hudson, & More to Honor Mariah Carey at MusiCares Gala
by Josh Sharpe - January 20, 2026
Billy Porter, Foo Fighters, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, and Laufey, along with Adam Lambert, Charlie Puth, and more, will perform at the 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year benefit gala honoring Mariah Carey....
Western Piedmont Symphony to Host MASTERWORKS: ROMANTIC MASTERS in January 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Western Piedmont Symphony, the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina, will present Masterworks: Romantic Masters. This winter Masterworks concert invites audiences to gather and celebrate the season....
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL to be Presented at MusicalFare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 05, 2026
Written by Lanie Robertson and directed by Thembi Duncan, with music direction by George Caldwell, MusicalFare’s 2023 smash-hit returns—this time to the Shea’s Smith Theatre stage....
Denny Svehla's A NEIL DIAMOND STORY is Coming to Raue Center For The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2025
Raue Center For The Arts will present a performance of 'A Neil Diamond Story' by Denny Svehla. Denny Svehla has been performing songs and telling stories of the inspiration behind the music of Neil Diamond for the past 24 years. ...
COYOTE UGLY Musical, With Music From Diane Warren, Will Premiere in the West End in 2027
by Stephi Wild - December 10, 2025
The musical stage adaptation of the cult hit film Coyote Ugly, based on the iconic New York Coyote Ugly Saloon bar, will come to the West End in 2027 with the original multi award winning team behind the music, lyrics and script....
Video: Jim Barne & Kit Buchan Break Down the Music of TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK)
by Joey Mervis - November 15, 2025
We continue Notes on a Score with Jim Barne and Kit Buchan, who make their Broadway debuts this season with the already viral Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). Watch in this video as they unpack the Act 1 closer, 'American Express.'...
Western Piedmont Symphony To Present MASTERWORKS: ITALIAN INSPIRATIONS IN HICKORY This Month
by A.A. Cristi - November 10, 2025
Western Piedmont Symphony will present MASTERWORKS: ITALIAN INSPIRATIONS on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at P.E. Monroe Auditorium in Hickory. Led by Music Director Matthew Troy, the program will invite audiences to experience the beauty, passion, and artistry of Italy through music ins...
Haziqah Hashir Brings SILK SESSIONS to Esplanade
by Stephi Wild - October 24, 2025
Experience your favourite pop hits in a whole new light with vocalist Haziqah Hashir and guitarist Syamim! Known for her warm, soulful voice, Haziqah brings a gentle, heartfelt take to songs by artists like Justin Bieber, Rihanna and Britney Spears....
MAKING RENT: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway To Be Released This January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 21, 2025
Apollo Publishers will release Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway in January. Learn more about the book, and about the author Tim Weil here!...
The Revival Reveals September Lineup Featuring FAKING THE BAND, ADAM BURKE & FRIENDS, and IMPROV NEAR ME
by A.A. Cristi - August 22, 2025
Chicago’s South Loop comedy venue The Revival has announced its September lineup featuring the improvised rock musical Faking the Band, a one-night stand-up showcase Adam Burke & Friends on September 18, and the immersive comedy experience Improv Near Me....
STAGE FRIGHT at Red Eye NY Welcomes Melissa Manchester
by Emmy Rice - June 14, 2025
Stage Fright, hosted by Marti Gould Cummings a Grand Marshal for this year's NYC Pride, along with Drama Desk-nominee Yaz Fukuoka on the keys, will welcome Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Melissa Manchester on Tuesday, June 17....
Video: JUST IN TIME Performs at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - June 08, 2025
Jonathan Groff and the cast of Just in Time took the stage at Radio City Music Hall to perform a medley of 'Mack the Knife/That's All/ Once in a Lifetime' at the 78th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the performance here! ...
Video: Jonathan Groff Teases HAMILTON Tony Awards Performance
by Josh Sharpe - June 03, 2025
Tony Award-winner and current nominee Jonathan Groff stopped by The Tonight Show on Monday to discuss his turn as Bobby Darin in the hit musical Just in Time. Watch the conversation now!...
Video: Jonathan Groff Performs 'Splish Splash' From JUST IN TIME
by Josh Sharpe - May 23, 2025
On Friday morning, Jonathan Groff took the stage on Good Morning America for a live performance from the Tony-nominated musical Just in Time. During his visit, the Tony-winner sang the iconic 'Splish Splash' as originated by Bobby Darin. Watch the performance now! ...
Jonathan Groff to Perform From JUST IN TIME on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2025
Jonathan Groff will perform from the Tony-nominated musical Just in Time on Good Morning America Friday May 23. Tune in to watch the performance, which will air during the 7:00-9:00 am block on ABC....
Video: Jonathan Groff Shares the Secret for Avoiding Dry Mouth Onstage
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2025
On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Just in Time star Jonathan Groff explained his technique for avoiding a dry mouth as a performer. Watch the conversation!...
JUST IN TIME Stars Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - May 02, 2025
Tune in to Late Night with Seth Meyers on Tuesday, May 6 to see the Tony-nominated stars of Just in Time, Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence, on the show....
Video: Jonathan Groff and the JUST IN TIME Cast Perform 'Beyond the Sea'
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2025
Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff and the Broadway company of “Just In Time” recently stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to perform “Beyond the Sea” from the new musical based on the career of Bobby Darin. Check out the video here! ...
Video: Watch Jonathan Groff Teach Bobby Darin's Dances on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - April 28, 2025
On Monday, Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff joined Live with Kelly and Mark to chat about his new Broadway show Just in Time and show off some of his dance moves in the show. Watch the video now!...
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