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Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Photo Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 02, 2023

Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for the 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!...
Quinta Brunson to Receive the ICG Publicists 2023 Television Showperson Award Photo Quinta Brunson to Receive the ICG Publicists 2023 Television Showperson Award
by Michael Major - January 30, 2023

Since its launch, Brunson and Abbott Elementary have garnered a slew of awards season wins and nominations. In 2022, the critically acclaimed series was nominated for seven  Primetime Emmy® Awards, winning three. Quinta received three Emmy nominations including one in the Outstanding Writing for a C...
Bette Midler, Megan Mullally & More Join THE FABULOUS FOUR Film Photo Bette Midler, Megan Mullally & More Join THE FABULOUS FOUR Film
by Michael Major - October 31, 2022

The film will follow three best friends as they travel to Key West, Florida to be bridesmaids for the surprise wedding of their college girlfriend, Marilyn (Midler). Once they arrive, their sisterhood is rekindled, the past rises up again in all its glory, and there’s enough sparks, drinks and roman...
Anna-Jane Casey to Join Ian McKellen & John Bishop in the UK and Ireland Tour of MOTH Photo Anna-Jane Casey to Join Ian McKellen & John Bishop in the UK and Ireland Tour of MOTHER GOOSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 28, 2022

Anna-Jane Casey will be joining the UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE as Cilla The Goose with Mairi Barclay, Becca Francis, Shailan Gohil and Laura Tyrer also confirmed to join the company...
Listen: Katey Sagal Joins the Latest Episode of LITTLE KNOWN FACTS Photo Listen: Katey Sagal Joins the Latest Episode of LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - July 25, 2023

In this episode, actress and singer Katey Sagal describes growing up in Hollywood with parents in the entertainment industry. Rebelling against her father's desire for her to be an actress, Katey pursued a career as a singer-songwriter. But early on, when doing a musical written by her friend, she w...
Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR; Beginning Previews Tonight! Photo Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR; Beginning Previews Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - April 07, 2023

Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar begins previews tonight, April 7 and opens on April 24 at Broadway's Belasco Theatre. Meet the cast of Good Night, Oscar here!...
Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Photo Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 02, 2023

Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for the 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!...
Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End Photo Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 03, 2022

Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has announced a UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE, starring Ian McKellen as Mother Goose, John Bishop as Vic Goose and Mel Giedroyc as the Goose....
Jerry Seinfeld Returns For Six Performances At The Colosseum At Caesars Palace In 202 Photo Jerry Seinfeld Returns For Six Performances At The Colosseum At Caesars Palace In 2024
by Stephi Wild - July 24, 2023

World famous comedian, author, producer and director Jerry Seinfeld returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in 2024 with six performances of an all-new show. Having consistently played to sold-out crowds on the iconic stage since 2003, Seinfeld has easily cemented himself as the longest-running s...
Puppet Madame Returns To Provincetown's Pilgrim House In MADAME'S FACE-FOR-RADIO HOLI Photo Puppet Madame Returns To Provincetown's Pilgrim House In MADAME'S FACE-FOR-RADIO HOLIDAY HOOTENANNY
by A.A. Cristi - November 21, 2022

Pilgrim House, Provincetown's destination for top-flight entertainment, have announced an exclusive three-night engagement of the world premiere of MADAME'S 'FACE-FOR-RADIO' HOLIDAY HOOTENANNY. ...
VIDEO: Woody Harrelson Parodies a Broadway Musical Promo on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Photo VIDEO: Woody Harrelson Parodies a Broadway Musical Promo on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Michael Major - February 27, 2023

In a new cut for time sketch on Saturday Night Live, Woody Harrelson, Bowen Yang, Kenan Thompson, and more parodied a trailer advertising a new Broadway musical. The sketch featured the cast singing their own versions of songs like 'Hello' by Adele, 'It's All Coming Back to Me Now' by Celina Dion, a...
Now Onsale: THE CROWN JEWELS, Starring Al Murray and Carrie Hope Fletcher Photo Now Onsale: THE CROWN JEWELS, Starring Al Murray and Carrie Hope Fletcher
by Aliya Al-Hassan - April 04, 2023

This is the royal event of the year. The Crown Jewels is a riotous new comedy based on the most unbelievable royal caper in British history....
Roundabout Theatre Company Announces REFOCUS PROJECT, SEASON THREE Photo Roundabout Theatre Company Announces REFOCUS PROJECT, SEASON THREE
by Blair Ingenthron - April 27, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the third season of The Refocus Project, its multi-year project to elevate and restore marginalized plays to the American canon. This year's series of readings will feature Asian American and Pacific Islander playwrights: Prince Gomolvilas, Velina Hasu Housto...
Keyboardist Bob James Added To Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival Lineup and Name Photo Keyboardist Bob James Added To Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival Lineup and Named 2023 PIJF Luminary Award Recipient
by Stephi Wild - July 25, 2023

Keyboardist/composer/arranger Bob James, who has shaped modern music for an astonishing six decades with over 60 albums as a leader, has been added to the lineup of the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF) Presented by Citizens on Saturday, September 16, 3:30 pm, at Highmark Stadium, 510 W....
Rita Moreno and Marlene A. Malek Named 2023 Lincoln Medalists Photo Rita Moreno and Marlene A. Malek Named 2023 Lincoln Medalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023

Ford's Theatre Society will honor Rita Moreno and Marlene A. Malek at the 2023 gala performance....
59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HA Photo 59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HABIT OF ART & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 28, 2023

59E59 Theaters has announced productions for the Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season, their annual celebration of U.K. theatre....
THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE HOLIDAY EPISODES Returns to the Victoria Theater in Novemb Photo THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE HOLIDAY EPISODES Returns to the Victoria Theater in November
by Stephi Wild - June 26, 2023

Now in it’s 18th year, The eagerly-awaited San Francisco tradition, The Golden Girls Live: The Holiday Episodes, will return to the Victoria Theater, Opening November 30th. Directed by D’Arcy Drollinger...
Readings and Special Events Announced for TheatreWorks' 20th Anniversary NEW WORKS FE Photo Readings and Special Events Announced for TheatreWorks' 20th Anniversary NEW WORKS FESTIVAL
by Blair Ingenthron - June 17, 2023

Hundreds of lovers of new theatre will gather this August for an advance look at tomorrow's hits at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's 20th Anniversary New Works Festival. This unique festival returns to Palo Alto's Lucie Stern Theatre with its extraordinary opportunity for audiences to experience new pl...
Debut HUMAN KIND Summit Tickets Are Now On Sale Photo Debut HUMAN KIND Summit Tickets Are Now On Sale
by Stephi Wild - January 25, 2023

First-release tickets are now on sale for Human Kind 2023, a three day immersive summit bringing together the world's greatest industry leaders and changemakers, which is making its global debut at Sydney's iconic Luna Park, 16-18 March 2023....
59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HA Photo 59E59 Theaters to Present Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season Featuring BREATHLESS, THE HABIT OF ART & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 28, 2023

59E59 Theaters has announced productions for the Brits Off Broadway 2023 Season, their annual celebration of U.K. theatre....
Paul Gambaccini Joins Sir Richard Stilgoe and More at London's Cadogan Hall Next Week Photo Paul Gambaccini Joins Sir Richard Stilgoe and More at London's Cadogan Hall Next Week
by Stephi Wild - October 18, 2022

A brilliant night of broadcasting nostalgia is promised when Radio Live comes to London's prestigious Cadogan Hall next week....
Cast Announced for World Premiere of RSC's HAMNET Photo Cast Announced for World Premiere of RSC's HAMNET
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 27, 2023

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and Neal Street Productions, in association with Hera Pictures, have announced casting for the world-premiere of Maggie O’Farrell’s Hamnet adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti and directed by RSC Acting Artistic Director Erica Whyman. ...
One-Man Show, RHAPSODY IN BLACK Celebrates Black History Month At Husson University's Photo One-Man Show, RHAPSODY IN BLACK Celebrates Black History Month At Husson University's Gracie Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2023

The first line you'll hear when noted actor LeLand Gantt brings his inspirational life story to the Gracie Theatre on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., in celebration of Black History Month is, 'I just want to start a conversation.'...
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld 8/15: THE WIZ Finds its Dorothy, Eva Noblezada Departs HAD Photo Wake Up With BroadwayWorld 8/15: THE WIZ Finds its Dorothy, Eva Noblezada Departs HADESTOWN, and More!
by - August 15, 2023

Top stories include a first look at rehearsals for The Wiz, and Eva Noblezada takes her final bows in Hadestown. Plus, The Wiz has found its Dorothy in newcomer Nichelle Lewis. Read more about these and other top stories here!...
Jerry Seinfeld Comes To Playhouse Square In February Photo Jerry Seinfeld Comes To Playhouse Square In February
by A.A. Cristi - October 28, 2022

Playhouse Square and JS Touring has announced that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the KeyBank State Theatre stage on February 18 for two shows, 7:00 p.m. & 9:30 p.m....




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