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Review Roundup: THE WIZ Returns To Broadway! Photo Review Roundup: THE WIZ Returns To Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2024

Did critics think The Wiz was wonderful? Read the reviews as the newest Broadway revival of the classic musical opens on Broadway!...
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 -...
Music Review: Bryan Eng Shares Some Holiday Happiness With His New Jingle Single SANT Photo Music Review: Bryan Eng Shares Some Holiday Happiness With His New Jingle Single SANTA'S FAVORITE PLACE TO GO
by Bobby Patrick - December 05, 2023

Finally, you may ask, “Bobby, is SANTA'S FAVORITE PLACE TO GO worth the download?” and our answer would be, “You bet.”...
Review: OC Welcomes Weekend Holiday Concerts from Megan Hilty and Linda Eder Photo Review: OC Welcomes Weekend Holiday Concerts from Megan Hilty and Linda Eder
by Michael Quintos - January 05, 2024

In December 2023, the OC welcomed back two powerhouse vocalists who each gave their own respective holiday-themed concerts: Broadway fave Megan Hilty at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa; and recording artist Linda Eder at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. To no one's surprise, both entertained...
Balboa Theatre's 100th Anniversary To Be Honored With Celebratory Weekend Photo Balboa Theatre's 100th Anniversary To Be Honored With Celebratory Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 13, 2023

Join us for a three-day celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Balboa Theatre, a symbol of San Diego's arts and cultural heritage. Tickets available in January 2024....
Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd We Photo Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd Webber
by Michael Quintos - April 10, 2024

A talented collection of Broadway vets led by Tony winner Betty Buckley gathered together for a one-night-only concert 'A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY: SONDHEIM, LLOYD WEBBER, AND FRIENDS' at Segerstrom Concert Hall on March 28, 2024 to celebrate the legacy—and coincidental same birthdate—of musical theater ro...
Dallas Theater Center Announces WAITRESS And More For 2024-2025 Season Photo Dallas Theater Center Announces WAITRESS And More For 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 05, 2024

Dallas Theater Center has announced titles for the 2024-2025 season, including Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, a fang-tastic comedy full of clever wordplay and quick-change antics; Shane, the Wild West story of heroism and family; Primary Trust, a story of friendship, healing and small chances; Waitre...
Review: ALVIN AILEY - PROGRAM B at Opera House at The Kennedy Center Photo Review: ALVIN AILEY - PROGRAM B at Opera House at The Kennedy Center
by Emily Berger - February 11, 2024

Thursday’s Ailey performance of Program B featured Century, a new work by Amy Hall Garner, her first for the company, 2019’s Ode by former company member Jamar Roberts, and Mr. Ailey’s juggernaut Revelations. ...
Music Review: Bryan Eng Shares Some Holiday Happiness With His New Jingle Single SANT Photo Music Review: Bryan Eng Shares Some Holiday Happiness With His New Jingle Single SANTA'S FAVORITE PLACE TO GO
by Bobby Patrick - December 05, 2023

Finally, you may ask, “Bobby, is SANTA'S FAVORITE PLACE TO GO worth the download?” and our answer would be, “You bet.”...
Interview: Ana Gasteyer brings 'Sugar & Booze' to A COMPANY CELEBRATION AT POPS Photo Interview: Ana Gasteyer brings 'Sugar & Booze' to A COMPANY CELEBRATION AT POPS
by R. Scott Reedy - December 08, 2023

Ana Gasteyer’s hilarious impersonations of everyone from Martha Stewart, Hillary Rodham Clinton, and Jane Fonda to music icons Madonna and Celine Dion, not to mention her memorable characters, such as middle-school music teacher Bobbie Moughlan-Culp, made her a break-out star during her six years on...
Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres Photo Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

Discover the exciting 24/25 season of PENN LIVE ARTS, featuring world, U.S., and Philadelphia premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Review: MERE MORTALS at San Francisco Ballet Photo Review: MERE MORTALS at San Francisco Ballet
by Jim Munson - January 30, 2024

What did our critic think of MERE MORTALS at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews the world premiere of 'Mere Mortals' at San Francisco Ballet, a wildly ambitious collaboration between much in-demand choreographer Aszure Barton and composer Sam Shepherd....
Interview: Kyle Lang of San Diego Opera's DON GIOVANNI at the Civic Center Theater Photo Interview: Kyle Lang of San Diego Opera's DON GIOVANNI at the Civic Center Theater
by Ron Bierman - January 25, 2024

Kyle Lang is directing the company’s upcoming performances of Mozart’s DON GIOVANNI. In a recent conversation via Zoom we spoke about how he came to be a director, his approach to directing and specific thoughts about one of Mozart’s finest achievements....
Review: JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE at Goodman Theatre Photo Review: JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE at Goodman Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - April 25, 2024

Under the meticulous direction of Chuck Smith, the Goodman’s newest revival of JOE TURNER’S COME AND GONE emphasizes the play’s continued relevance through masterful performances that find cause for celebration and laughter even in the face of oppression. The production has already been extended thr...
Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents 7 Comedy, Jazz, Chamber Music, & Family Friendly Prog Photo Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents 7 Comedy, Jazz, Chamber Music, & Family Friendly Programs In March
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2024

Sierra Madre Playhouse presents a lineup of seven comedy, jazz, chamber music, and family-friendly programs in March 2024. Don't miss out on these exciting events!...
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!'...
Pianist Cyrus Chestnut Commissioned For First Time Headlining Performance at Carnegi Photo Pianist Cyrus Chestnut Commissioned For First Time Headlining Performance at Carnegie Hall in April
by Blair Ingenthron - March 02, 2024

Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut is set to deliver his first-ever headlining performance at Carnegie Hall on April 19th, featuring a full orchestra....
Grammy Award-Winning Organist Paul Jacobs To Be Presented By Tryon Concert Associatio Photo Grammy Award-Winning Organist Paul Jacobs To Be Presented By Tryon Concert Association Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 13, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs returns to Tryon, NC for a solo organ recital on January 5, 2024. Presented by the Tryon Concert Association, the program includes works by Bach, Franck, Buck, and Guilmant. ...
Broadway Buying Guide: December 4, 2023 Photo Broadway Buying Guide: December 4, 2023
by Team BWW - December 04, 2023

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, December 4, 2023....
Interview: Linda Purl Teases BIG BAND ROMANCE at Birdland Photo Interview: Linda Purl Teases BIG BAND ROMANCE at Birdland
by Rebecca Kaplan - March 17, 2024

Linda Purl has had a long, storied career, playing iconic roles on Happy Days, Matlock and The Office. On Monday April 1, she’s back at Birdland Jazz Club with a one-night only concert called BIG BAND ROMANCE. The show will pay tribute to the big band greats with hit songs including “Pick Yourself U...
Chris Pinnella Brings CHRISTMAS IN RED BANK to the Vogel Photo Chris Pinnella Brings CHRISTMAS IN RED BANK to the Vogel
by Stephi Wild - December 13, 2023

This December join powerhouse vocalist Chris Pinnella (formerly of Trans-Siberian Orchestra) along with his phenomenal 15-Piece Orchestra, as they ring in the holiday season at the Count Basie Center for the Performing Arts, with all your favorite Christmas Classics and Holiday Hits!  ...
Count Down to Christmas 2023 with Deborah Cox Photo Count Down to Christmas 2023 with Deborah Cox
by Nicole Rosky - December 07, 2023

The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a 12 Days of Christmas countdown. This year we've invited the one and only Deborah Cox to share some of her most cherished holiday songs and performances....
Interview: Playwright Catya McMullen on the World Premiere of ARROWHEAD produced by I Photo Interview: Playwright Catya McMullen on the World Premiere of ARROWHEAD produced by IAMA Theatre Company
by Shari Barrett - February 09, 2024

Catya McMullen (pictured), a native New Yorker, now finds herself at home in Los Angeles. While working in film and television, her life-long love of theater inspired her to write plays. The world premiere of Arrowhead is her first being presented here, produced by IAMA at Atwater Village Theatre, d...
Student Blog: The Art of the Audition Photo Student Blog: The Art of the Audition
by Student Blogger: Austin Watts - January 16, 2024

Nearly every great performance was preceded by an audition. As an actor, I’ve been through more audition processes than I can count. For many, an audition is one of the scariest parts of the whole process. However, I’ve picked up a few tricks that help me put my best foot forward in every audition....
Student Blog: Swinging a Show: It's Not Just a Job…It's a Test of Will Photo Student Blog: Swinging a Show: It's Not Just a Job…It's a Test of Will
by Student Blogger: Mya Bodnick - December 17, 2023

Being a swing is the ultimate test of your personal will and your determination to stay confident within yourself. Don’t let yourself down. Pass the test....




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