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The ABC Television Network will relive the classic 1970's Saturday morning cartoons that taught history, math, science and grammar in living rooms across the country, during a one night special, The ABC's of Schoolhouse Rock. Hosted by Grey's Anatomy's Chandra Wilson, The ABC's of Schoolhouse Rock will celebrate the pop culture phenomenon and pay tribute to the beloved songs that rocked their way into American hearts over 40 years ago. The one hour special will feature interviews with some of the creators and writers of the Emmy Award-winning series and countdown the Top Five All-time favorite Schoolhouse Rock cartoons.

Weekly Theatre Classes Resume at Servant Stage Photo Weekly Theatre Classes Resume at Servant Stage
by A.A. Cristi - February 14, 2025

Following a winter hiatus, Servant Stage is kicking off a new season of weekly theatre classes for students (and adults!) ages 8 and up! Each class is designed to be accessible across various ages and experience levels and, in keeping with Servant Stage's distinctive pay-what-you-will model....


THANKS FOR PLAYING! THE GAME SHOW SHOW Comes to 3Below Theaters Photo THANKS FOR PLAYING! THE GAME SHOW SHOW Comes to 3Below Theaters
by Stephi Wild - June 22, 2023

From the creators of 3Below Theaters and The Retro Dome comes a revival of their musical comedy that celebrates America's love affair with TV game shows. “Thanks For Playing! The Game Show Show” (also known simply as, “The Game Show Show!”) opens Saturday July 22, 2023 and performs Thursdays, Friday...


Children's Theatre Of Charlotte Announces 2023-24 Season Photo Children's Theatre Of Charlotte Announces 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 31, 2023

Children's Theatre of Charlotte has 12 productions lined up for its 76th season including seven musicals, two world premieres, and two presented pieces....


Grammy Winners Alphabet Rockers To Perform at UC Berkeley On February 20 Photo Grammy Winners Alphabet Rockers To Perform at UC Berkeley On February 20
by A.A. Cristi - February 09, 2023

A new video series created by The Lawrence Hall of Science uses animation and hip-hop music to introduce concepts like data, privacy, and trust to kids ages 6-10. Designed to scaffold basic science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts for underserved kids, the Tuff Pupil series feature...


SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE JR. to Be Presented as a 'Zoomsical' by Center Stage Production Photo SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE JR. to Be Presented as a 'Zoomsical' by Center Stage Productions
by Stephi Wild - April 11, 2021

Center Stage Productions is planning for its latest 'Zoomsical', a performance of Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr....


Review: Jaye Maynard Delivers Beautiful Blossom Dearie Tribute at Chelsea Table And S Photo Review: Jaye Maynard Delivers Beautiful Blossom Dearie Tribute at Chelsea Table And Stage
by Analisa Bell - May 04, 2024

Chelsea Table and Stage was packed to the brim last Sunday evening for Jaye Maynard’s beautiful Blossom Dearie tribute show, BIRD AMONGST THE BLOSSOM. This stunning tribute served as a delicious preview to Maynard’s upcoming album, and one hopes Maynard will mount the show again to celebrate the rel...


FSCJ Artist Series Announces 2022/23 School Performances Photo FSCJ Artist Series Announces 2022/23 School Performances
by A.A. Cristi - September 14, 2022

The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union, has announced its 22/23 School Performance Season. The 22/23 School Performances include both a virtual performance and in-theater performances.  ...


YOUR CAMP, MEIN KAMP Musical Satire Comes to Orlando Fringe Photo YOUR CAMP, MEIN KAMP Musical Satire Comes to Orlando Fringe
by Stephi Wild - April 25, 2025

Your Camp, Mein Kamp: The Musical Political Satire is set to shake up audiences at the Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival with a provocative blend of biting humor, unsettling satire, and disturbingly catchy tunes....


Hackmatack Playhouse Announces This Year's Camp Photo Hackmatack Playhouse Announces This Year's Camp
by Stephi Wild - March 01, 2022

Hackmatack Playhouse has drawn campers to its theater camp for 43 years. But in the last two summers during the pandemic, the camp's open air rehearsal space, picnic tables, fields and attached bison farm have been a particular draw for kids looking for safe and healthy diversions....


MIKE & MINDY'S WILD WEEKEND JAM Comes To 54 Below November 30 Photo MIKE & MINDY'S WILD WEEKEND JAM Comes To 54 Below November 30
by A.A. Cristi - October 19, 2023

Join Mike & Mindy for a wild weekend jam in 'Livin the Dream...One Weekend at a Time' on November 30, 2023. Presented by Eye on the Mark Productions, LLC....


Childsplay World Of Wonder Gala Provides Funds For Educational Programs Photo Childsplay World Of Wonder Gala Provides Funds For Educational Programs
by A.A. Cristi - April 14, 2022

More than 200 guests gathered for a spectacular evening earlier this month at the World of Wonder Gala 2022 – The Soaring Twenties: Reaching New Heights! raising funds to support Childsplay's educational programs....


Kurt Elling & Charlie Hunter Announce New Album 'SuperBlue: The Iridescent Spree' Photo Kurt Elling & Charlie Hunter Announce New Album 'SuperBlue: The Iridescent Spree'
by Michael Major - April 25, 2023

Multi-GRAMMY award-winning vocalist Kurt Elling and guitarist/producer Charlie Hunter announced SuperBlue: The Iridescent Spree, a new full-length album featuring drummer Corey Fonville and bassist-keyboardist DJ Harrison. “Not Here / Not Now' has composition by Elling, Hunter, Fonville, and Harriso...


SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! The Musical Comes to the Dot McClure Theater Photo SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! The Musical Comes to the Dot McClure Theater
by Stephi Wild - November 06, 2024

Education meets entertainment, and knowledge becomes power in the Springer Theatre's Children's Series production of Schoolhouse Rock Live!, a musical experience based on the popular, award-winning Saturday morning animated series....


Janely Rodriguez Will Join Children's Theatre Company Acting Company Photo Janely Rodriguez Will Join Children's Theatre Company Acting Company
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2023

 Children’s Theatre Company has announced that Janely Rodriguez will join CTC’s Acting Company, beginning with the 2023-2024 Season....


St. Vincent Releases Video for 'The Melting of the Sun' Photo St. Vincent Releases Video for 'The Melting of the Sun'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 07, 2021

St. Vincent's unveiling of the sultry show stopping new ballad to her April 3 return to 30 Rock Studio 8H followed the live debut of the 'digitized primal scream” (The New York Times) of “Pay Your Way In Pain.”...


SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! Brings Pop Culture Phenomenon To The Roxy Regional Theatre, Ja Photo SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! Brings Pop Culture Phenomenon To The Roxy Regional Theatre, January 21 - February 5
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2022

The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar, math and more through clever, catchy tunes is lighting up the stage of Clarksville's oldest professional theatre this month....


Raleigh Little Theatre Announces Directors for Spring 2025 Productions Photo Raleigh Little Theatre Announces Directors for Spring 2025 Productions
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2025

Raleigh Little Theatre has announced the directors for its spring 2025 productions. This talented group of artists will bring fresh perspectives and dynamic energy to the stage, ensuring unforgettable experiences for audiences in the second half of our vibrant 84th season....


This Week's New Theater Jobs - Digital Marketing, Company Manager, Box Office & More Photo This Week's New Theater Jobs - Digital Marketing, Company Manager, Box Office & More
by - July 22, 2021

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/22/2021 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry. ...


Interview: Student Spotlight - Cooper Miller Takes His Final Bow at Christian Brother Photo Interview: Student Spotlight - Cooper Miller Takes His Final Bow at Christian Brothers
by Courtney Symes - November 18, 2025

Our Class of 2026 Student Spotlight shines on an engaging and exceptionally talented young man. You might remember him as Chip from Music Circus’ most recent production of Beauty and the Beast. Cooper Miller is a senior at Christian Brothers High School and has just finished his theatre career there...


SCROOGE AND MARLEY: The Musical Comes to the Hoover-Leppen  Theatre Next Month Photo SCROOGE AND MARLEY: The Musical Comes to the Hoover-Leppen  Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - November 23, 2022

From the creative team behind the 2012 indie film Scrooge & Marley, a modern day, queer variation on Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” comes a fully realized musical  version reimagined for the stage. Scrooge & Marley: The Musical follows the familiar outline of the  beloved tale of Ebenezer “Ben” Scroo...


Amcor Education Series Provides Flexible Opportunities For 2021-22 Season Photo Amcor Education Series Provides Flexible Opportunities For 2021-22 Season
by A.A. Cristi - October 05, 2021

October marks National Arts and Humanities month, focusing on equitable access, encouraging and driving participation, supporting the arts and raising public awareness about the role they play in our daily lives. The Fox Cities P.A.C. kicks-off this public celebration by announcing a hybrid Amcor Ed...


Playhouse On The Square Announces The Finale Of Their Digital Play Season Photo Playhouse On The Square Announces The Finale Of Their Digital Play Season
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2021

The theatre has also announced its new streaming partner, Broadway on Demand; which will be the streaming platform for the production of The Taming....


Conejo Players Theatre Presents SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE, JR. Photo Conejo Players Theatre Presents SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE, JR.
by A.A. Cristi - April 21, 2021

Based on the Emmy Award-winning 1970s educational animated TV series, Schoolhouse uses the familiar songs from the cartoons to teach grammar, math, science, history, social studies and political science, while telling the story of Tom, a young teacher nervously anticipating his first day on the job....


Playhouse on the Square Presents the Regional Premiere of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE F Photo Playhouse on the Square Presents the Regional Premiere of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by A.A. Cristi - December 06, 2023

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, Playhouse Season Sponsor Dorothy O. Kirsch, and Show Sponsor Suzanne, Wes, and Cole Jackson, presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. ...


How Many Broadway Musicals Are Based on TV Shows? Photo How Many Broadway Musicals Are Based on TV Shows?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - January 12, 2025

With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions...






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