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By the time Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was 23, he had multiple arrests, his family was evicted and his dreams of being a football player were shattered. He was living at home with no future, no direction and had $7 in his pocket. That

Review: A PLAY FOR THE LIVING IN A TIME OF EXTINCTION, Barbican Theatre Photo Review: A PLAY FOR THE LIVING IN A TIME OF EXTINCTION, Barbican Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - April 28, 2023

Katie Mitchell's climate change wake-up call is a cold, hard slap in the face...


Singer-Songwriter & Producer Amrit Ghatore Releases New Track 'Far Away' Photo Singer-Songwriter & Producer Amrit Ghatore Releases New Track 'Far Away'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 27, 2021

'As we climb the ladder of materialistic success, we can sometimes lose track of our roots and who we truly are. Our roots help ground us and shape who we are. Right now, this song is a wake up call to the inner self to re-engage with those roots.' ...


BWW Review: LORD OF THE FLIES: THE EXPERIENCE by Florida Rep Education Photo BWW Review: LORD OF THE FLIES: THE EXPERIENCE by Florida Rep Education
by Elizabeth James - February 17, 2022

Florida Rep Education's Conservatory production of LORD OF THE FLIES is a new and reimagined take on the well-known story. ...


BWW Exclusive: Meet the Makers of RATATOUILLE: The TikTok Musical- Danny Bernstein Photo BWW Exclusive: Meet the Makers of RATATOUILLE: The TikTok Musical- Danny Bernstein
by Nicole Rosky - January 06, 2021

BroadwayWorld is catching up with one of the creators, Danny Bernstein, who wrote 'Ego's Flashback' with Katie Johantgen. Find out why he hopes to write even more music for the show!...


Tonya Pinkins' Socio-Political Horror Film RED PILL to Have NYC Premiere at 19th Annu Photo Tonya Pinkins' Socio-Political Horror Film RED PILL to Have NYC Premiere at 19th Annual Image Nation Outdoor Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 09, 2021

Tonya Pinkins, Kampfire Films, One Race Media, Mother Films and Paul Hsu have announced that the socio-political horror film RED PILL will have its NYC premiere as part of the 19th Annual Image Nation Outdoor Festival....


Daydreamer Theatre To Present CABARET At The Utah Valley Pride Theatre Festival Photo Daydreamer Theatre To Present CABARET At The Utah Valley Pride Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2023

Daydreamer Theatre will present its production of 'Cabaret' at the upcoming Utah Valley Pride Theatre Festival. The celebrated musical will run from June 9 through June 16 at The Towne Hub in American Fork....


Katie Couric Announces 2021 GOING THERE Book Tour Photo Katie Couric Announces 2021 GOING THERE Book Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 21, 2021

Katie Couric will head out on an 11-city U.S. tour this fall in celebration of her forthcoming memoir, “Going There,” out on October 26th.  Two days following the release of her highly anticipated book, Couric will kick off her tour in Boston at the Orpheum Theatre on October 28th making stops in Ne...


PEACE ON YOUR WINGS Returns to the Aratani Theatre in Little Tokyo in August Photo PEACE ON YOUR WINGS Returns to the Aratani Theatre in Little Tokyo in August
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023

Honolulu youth theater company Ohana Arts and the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center (JACCC) will premiere the revival production of Ohana Arts’ signature musical Peace On Your Wings on August 5-6 at the Aratani Theatre in Little Tokyo, downtown L.A., the epicenter of Japanese and Japanes...


BWW Exclusive: Meet the Makers of RATATOUILLE: The TikTok Musical- Katie Johantgen Photo BWW Exclusive: Meet the Makers of RATATOUILLE: The TikTok Musical- Katie Johantgen
by Nicole Rosky - January 07, 2021

Below, BroadwayWorld is catching up with one of the creators, Katie Johantgen, who wrote 'Ego's Flashback' with Danny Bernstein. Find out what she thinks about the future of TikTok musicals, why she wants a cast recording, and so much more!...


THE SUBWAYS Tease Album Five, Announce Politically-Charged New Single 'Fight' Photo THE SUBWAYS Tease Album Five, Announce Politically-Charged New Single 'Fight'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 27, 2021

The explicit nature of the song comes not only as a result of Lunn witnessing a vast number of allegedly socially-minded bands remaining silent during the protests, but because he believes the moment demands it....


Alt/Post-Hardcore Band Watersdeep To Release Single 'Sweet Dreams Of Self Deprivation Photo Alt/Post-Hardcore Band Watersdeep To Release Single 'Sweet Dreams Of Self Deprivation' Off New EP, July 28
by A.A. Cristi - July 17, 2023

Emo/post-hardcore group Watersdeep is back with their latest single, 'Sweet Dreams of Self Deprivation,', set for release on July 28th. The track is a highlight from their EP, Fading Lights, available for streaming on the same day. ...


The Subways Release New Single 'You Kill My Cool' Off Upcoming Album Photo The Subways Release New Single 'You Kill My Cool' Off Upcoming Album
by Michael Major - April 11, 2022

UK alternative rock band The Subways are back with a new single titled 'You Kill My Cool,' which will appear on the trio's upcoming album. THE SUBWAYS remain one of the most exciting live bands on the current touring circuit, thrilling crowds with their explosive rock sound and wild stage performanc...


Kravis Center Announces Virtual Zoom Webinar With Writer Leslie Gray Streeter Photo Kravis Center Announces Virtual Zoom Webinar With Writer Leslie Gray Streeter
by Stephi Wild - December 15, 2020

A hometown favorite returns by Zoom next month to the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts as Meet the Writer / Women's Book Series presents (virtually, at least) Leslie Gray Streeter, author of the hilarious and revealing memoir Black Widow....


Dishpit Release New Single 'This Time' Photo Dishpit Release New Single 'This Time'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 16, 2021

Discussing this single, Nora stated, “‘This Time’ is the most honest and personal song on the album. ‘How did you know I’d stay silent, stay weak?’ is screamed amidst an ordered mayhem of abrasive guitars and drums.'...


Tonya Pinkins to Join in Conversation With Warrington Hudlin Photo Tonya Pinkins to Join in Conversation With Warrington Hudlin
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 30, 2022

Red Pill Movie was written, produced, directed and starred Tonya Pinkins. On April 1st, a Metaverse premiere screening of the movie will take place at 8:00pm EST....


Tonya Pinkins' Socio-Political Horror Film RED PILL to Have NYC Premiere at 19th Annu Photo Tonya Pinkins' Socio-Political Horror Film RED PILL to Have NYC Premiere at 19th Annual Image Nation Outdoor Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 09, 2021

Tonya Pinkins, Kampfire Films, One Race Media, Mother Films and Paul Hsu have announced that the socio-political horror film RED PILL will have its NYC premiere as part of the 19th Annual Image Nation Outdoor Festival....


Maria Chiara Argirò Announces New Album 'Forest City' Photo Maria Chiara Argirò Announces New Album 'Forest City'
by Michael Major - March 02, 2022

Forest City was recorded and self-produced between her bedroom and her studio with the help of her collaborators and electronic producers, In a Sleeping Mood and mixing engineer Alex Killpartrick. For the first time, she sings with her airy, otherworldly vocals on “Blossom” and “Clouds,' resembling ...


Tony Winner Tonya Pinkins' RED PILL Premieres in NYC Photo Tony Winner Tonya Pinkins' RED PILL Premieres in NYC
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 09, 2021

Joining Pinkins prior to the film are several of her co-stars including, Kathryn Erbe, Luba Mason, Jake O’Flaherty, and Adesola Osakalumi for a talkback....


Student Blog: The Case for Commuting Photo Student Blog: The Case for Commuting
by Student Blogger: Erika Spondike - June 01, 2021

I have grown so much during this crazy Covid school year, and now I'm all packed up to move into my new apartment for my last year of college. I'm thrilled for another year of driving to cafes, picnics in the park, and having my own kitchen....


Dean Friedman Unpacks Historical Terrors & Hope In New 'American Lullaby' Album Photo Dean Friedman Unpacks Historical Terrors & Hope In New 'American Lullaby' Album
by A.A. Cristi - September 13, 2021

Gentle in tone as it braces listeners for what lays in wait, singer/songwriter Dean Friedman delivers tranquil and captivating piano concertos with a serving of history in this, his new single 'American Lullaby,' and titular album of the same name - both available now. ...


Aryan Heritage Foundation Screens Broadway Style Ramlila in Multiplexe Photo Aryan Heritage Foundation Screens Broadway Style Ramlila in Multiplexe
by Stephi Wild - October 11, 2021

As the human race is struggling hard to move past the covid age, Aryan Heritage Foundation is trying to bring people towards normalization. This time around, it is presenting its uniquely designed production “Broadway Style Ramlila – Sampurn Ramayana” through Multiplex in Prashant Vihar, starting Oc...


The Dramatists Guild Launches First-Ever Compensation Study for Theatre Writers Photo The Dramatists Guild Launches First-Ever Compensation Study for Theatre Writers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 06, 2023

The Dramatists Guild of America is inviting all theatre writers to participate in its first ever wide-ranging study examining the overall experience of what it means to be a professional theatre writer in the United States....


Savage Republic Share New Single 'Nothing At All' Photo Savage Republic Share New Single 'Nothing At All'
by Michael Major - May 12, 2022

On May 20 post-punk band Savage Republic will release their new album Meteora in North America via Mobilization Recordings. Today the band is pleased to share the official video for 'Nothing At All,' the latest track to be lifted from their upcoming release. The video debuted today at CVLT Nation an...


Dead Cross Offer Second Preview of 'II' with 'Heart Reformer' Single Photo Dead Cross Offer Second Preview of 'II' with 'Heart Reformer' Single
by Michael Major - August 24, 2022

Dead Cross, the SoCal band featuring Michael Crain, Dave Lombardo, Mike Patton and Justin Pearson, release a second single from their forthcoming album II (Ipecac Recordings) with the release of “Heart Reformer” and its accompanying video. The band broke the news of II’s impending arrival with the r...


The Lied To's Release Third Full-Length Album 'The Worst Kind of New' Photo The Lied To's Release Third Full-Length Album 'The Worst Kind of New'
by Michael Major - March 11, 2022

But their third full-length album ventures into a new season: both members, Doug Kwartler and Susan Levine, lost parents during the making of the record, which profoundly impacted their perspective. The characters in these songs are no longer lamenting about being lied to or hurt by others....






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