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Khamary Rose, Brennin Hunt, Sharon Leal & More to Star in INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL Wo Photo Khamary Rose, Brennin Hunt, Sharon Leal & More to Star in INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL World Premiere at The Wallis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 24, 2022

Casting has been announced for Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts’ WORLD PREMIERE production of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL, featuring the music of PAT BENATAR & NEIL GIRALDO, from November 22 to December 18, 2022, in The Wallis’ Bram Goldsmith Theater....
Review: PIPPIN at Teatr Muzyczny Poznan Photo Review: PIPPIN at Teatr Muzyczny Poznan
by Natalia Jarczynska - February 14, 2024

What did our critic think of PIPPIN at Teatr Muzyczny Poznan? What emerges is a splendid spectacle, a memorable performance that transcends eras. It's like a symphony of the ages, a kaleidoscope of nostalgia and fantasy, like an unexpected piece of sweet chocolate in a reality pie....
Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Arrive on Broadway in 2024 Photo Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Arrive on Broadway in 2024
by Nicole Rosky - November 01, 2023

As BroadwayWorld first reported in September, The Heart of Rock and Roll is coming to Broadway! Producers Hunter Arnold, Tyler Mitchell and Kayla Greenspan announced that the new musical inspired by the iconic songs of Huey Lewis and The News, will open on Broadway at The James Earl Jones Theatre....
HADESTOWN, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, and More Set For Dayton Live 2023/24 Season Photo HADESTOWN, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, and More Set For Dayton Live 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - April 05, 2023

Dayton Live has announced the Premier Health Broadway in Dayton 2023-2024 Season plus a few Projects Unlimited Star Attractions. Learn more about the full lineup here!...
RILEY & ROCHELLE Soundtrack Shares Second Single 'Ghost' Photo RILEY & ROCHELLE Soundtrack Shares Second Single 'Ghost'
by Michael Major - September 29, 2022

The soundtrack was composed by developer and game designer Tim Sheinman (Rivals, Family) with lyrics co-written by Natalia Yanchak (The Dears). Riley & Rochelle tells the story of two musicians from different sides of the tracks as they find their voices, ascend into superstardom, fall in love, and ...
Broadway Buying Guide: February 12, 2024- Get Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE!, SWEENEY TODD, Photo Broadway Buying Guide: February 12, 2024- Get Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE!, SWEENEY TODD, and More
by Team BWW - February 12, 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 12, 2024....
Review: AQUA WORLD TOUR at Fillmore Minneapolis Photo Review: AQUA WORLD TOUR at Fillmore Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - December 14, 2023

What did our critic think of AQUA at Fillmore Minneapolis?...
Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD, THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at DCPA Photo Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD, THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at DCPA
by Jon Bee - November 03, 2022

What did our critic think of AIN'T TOO PROUD, THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at DCPA? It's been said that people love nostalgia. There are certainly examples that reflect various time periods in our history but I would argue that last 10 years has seen the biggest increase in 'homage art.' M...
PlayCo Announces Productions Through Fall 2023, Including the World Premiere of 9 KIN Photo PlayCo Announces Productions Through Fall 2023, Including the World Premiere of 9 KINDS OF SILENCE & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 31, 2022

PlayCo has announced its programming through 2023—three plays that, in radically disparate styles, offer generous and probing explorations of human connection across the complexities of geopolitics, cultural identity, and elaborate workplace lunches....
Review: Anak Jaksel the Musical! is A Mishmash of Nostalgia, Friendship, and Missteps Photo Review: Anak Jaksel the Musical! is A Mishmash of Nostalgia, Friendship, and Missteps
by Rakaputra Paputungan - March 12, 2024

What did our critic think of ANAK JAKSEL THE MUSICAL! at Gedung Kesenian Jakarta? Yasmara Creation & Boss Creator’s Anak Jaksel the Musical! ran for two shows on Saturday, March 9th, 2024 at Gedung Kesenian Jakarta. This is the showrunners’ comeback show after Sumpah 100 Tahun back in 2016. ...
Review: AN ALPINE SYMPHONY at Wroclaw Mime Theatre Photo Review: AN ALPINE SYMPHONY at Wroclaw Mime Theatre
by Natalia Jarczynska - June 08, 2023

What did our critic think of AN ALPINE SYMPHONY. at Wroclaw Mime Theatre?...
Review: SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre Photo Review: SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - October 03, 2022

If you ever owned a leisure suit or drank a can of Billy beer, this show has something for you. However, if you expect something beyond a live version of the 1977 movie, you might be disappointed. ...
Review: SOME ENCHANTED EVENING Brings a Touch of Class at Saint Vincent Summer Theatr Photo Review: SOME ENCHANTED EVENING Brings a Touch of Class at Saint Vincent Summer Theatre
by Greg Kerestan - July 21, 2023

The summer institution shakes up its image with a lightly sophisticated musical revue....
Review: RADIO GOLF at A Noise Within Photo Review: RADIO GOLF at A Noise Within
by Tracey Paleo - November 02, 2022

There is a reason why August Wilson is one of the more prolifically produced playwrights in modern American theater. He just gets it. The same could be said for RADIO GOLF director Gregg T. Daniel....
The Parsnip Ship Announces Season Six Programming Photo The Parsnip Ship Announces Season Six Programming
by A.A. Cristi - January 18, 2023

​​​​​​​The Parsnip Ship (Artistic Director + Host, Iyvon E.) has announced their 2023 programming with live play recording dates for Season Six featuring queer playwrights and for the Radio Roots Writers' Group....
Review: NUTCRACKER at San Francisco Ballet Delivers a Flurry of Holiday Cheer Photo Review: NUTCRACKER at San Francisco Ballet Delivers a Flurry of Holiday Cheer
by Jim Munson - December 12, 2022

What did our critic think of NUTCRACKER at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews San Francisco Ballet's wondrous production of the classic Tchaikovsky holiday balletr....
Review: WET HOT ALL AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR - ALL AMERICAN REJECTS at Armory Photo Review: WET HOT ALL AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR - ALL AMERICAN REJECTS at Armory
by Jared Fessler - August 28, 2023

What did our critic think of WET HOT ALL AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR - ALL AMERICAN REJECTS at Armory?...
BACK TO THE FUTURE, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS & More Join BroadwayCon 2023 FIRST LOOK Li Photo BACK TO THE FUTURE, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS & More Join BroadwayCon 2023 FIRST LOOK Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 12, 2023

BroadwayCon has revealed the lineup for its First Look, treating attendees to an exclusive showcase of performances from some of the newest and most talked-about shows of the season....
Titles by Eva Noblezada, Gabriel Byrne & More Set for Audible Theater June Slate Photo Titles by Eva Noblezada, Gabriel Byrne & More Set for Audible Theater June Slate
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 08, 2023

Audible Inc., has released a new slate of four Audible Theater titles. See full programming and learn how to listen in! ...
Review: MAMMA MIA! at Broadway San Jose Photo Review: MAMMA MIA! at Broadway San Jose
by Linda Hodges - December 13, 2023

What did our critic think of MAMMA MIA! at Broadway San Jose? Mamma Mia! is back in the bay area at Broadway San Jose now thru December 17th in all its high energy 1970s, spandex-clad exuberance and mamma mia, you don’t want to miss it! The story centers on three men and a lady whose heyday was in t...
Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at CM Performing Arts Center Photo Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at CM Performing Arts Center
by Jaime Zahl - November 30, 2022

What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at CM Performing Arts Center? As soon as CM Performing Arts Center's live orchestra struck up the first few chords of 'The Wizard of Oz's' iconic overture, a wave of nostalgia hummed throughout the Noel S Ruiz Theatre. Multiple generations filled the hou...
James Jackson, Jr., Jon-Michael Reese, Natalie Joy Johnson & More to Perform at The G Photo James Jackson, Jr., Jon-Michael Reese, Natalie Joy Johnson & More to Perform at The Green Room 42 in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 31, 2022

The Green Room 42 has announced its November line-up for in-person cabaret performances. The lineup will feature James Jackson, Jr., Jon-Michael Reese, Natalie Joy Johnson, and more....
Review: You'll experience many “Moments to Remember” if you see Plaza Theatrical's pr Photo Review: You'll experience many “Moments to Remember” if you see Plaza Theatrical's production of FOREVER PLAID at Elmont Memorial Library Theatre
by Nicholas Pontolillo - April 02, 2023

What did our critic think of FOREVER PLAID at Elmont Memorial Library Theatre?...
Ars Nova Announces 'Name Your Price' Tickets for 20th Anniversary Season Photo Ars Nova Announces 'Name Your Price' Tickets for 20th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 31, 2022

Ars Nova has announced details for its 20th Anniversary Season, which introduces the What’s Ars Is Yours: Name Your Price ticket initiative....
Review: THE FROGS, Kiln Theatre Photo Review: THE FROGS, Kiln Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - February 12, 2024

Considering their recent losses, physical theatre giants Spymonkey would have been justified to adapt a Greek tragedy rather than a comedy. The death of Stephan Kreiss in 2021 and the departure of Petra Massey to Las Vegas now leaves only Toby Park and Aitor Bassauri remaining....




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