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 Marcus Paul James to Release New Single 'Waiting For'During a time in history where there is so much uncertainty , so much loss, Marcus Paul James (Ain't Too Proud, Miss You Like Hell, Motown, RENT) is bringing music to remind us that we are still here, that we are still strong.  John Treacy Egan and Jason Simon's Children's Book INGREDIENTS FOR A WITCH Released as E-BookBroadway vet John Treacy Egan and Metropolitan Opera regular Jason Simon's popular children's book, 'Ingredients for a Witch', originally released in print in 2019, was released as an e-book on September 15th, 2020.  Listen to Mo Brady on THE THEATRE PODCAST WITH ALAN SEALESAfter spending years as an actor, choreographer, and director in Seattle and NYC, this performer found major inspiration while working as part of the ensemble of The Addams Family musical, and shares how he decided to showcase this community through The Ensemblist.  Howard Sherman's ANOTHER DAY'S BEGUN, Thornton Wilder's OUR TOWN in the 21st Century, to be PublishedA work of startling originality when it debuted in 1938, Thornton Wilder's Our Town evolved to become a vintage slice of early 20th-century Americana. This unique and timely book shines a light on the play's continued impact in the 21st century and makes a case for the healing powers of Wilder's text for a world confronting multiple crises.  Sophia Anne Caruso, Ali Stroker, Amber Gray and More Featured on THE LIZ SWADOS PROJECTGHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has announced that The Liz Swados Project will be released on CD in stores and online Friday, October 2. The album is currently available on digital and streaming formats.  Billy Porter Releases 'For What It's Worth (Tracy Young 'Groove for Good” Remix)'GRAMMY®/EMMY®/TONY®-winner Billy Porter has released For What It's Worth (Tracy Young 'Groove for Good' Remix). For What It's Worth (Tracy Young 'Groove for Good' Remix) is available on all streaming platforms and digital retailer.  VIDEO: THE LION KING's Simba, Brad Gibson, Releases Music Video for 'Fool'THE LION KING's Simba, Brad Gibson, has released a new music video for his song 'Fool'.  Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording of BROADBEND, ARKANSAS is Now Available on CDBroadway Records has announced today that the Broadbend, Arkansas (Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording) is now available on CD.  BWW Album Review: Nick Cordero Proves He Is 'One Of The Great Ones' with LIVE YOUR LIFE - LIVE AT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOWThe fact that Nick Cordero isna??t here to celebrate NICK CORDERO: LIVE YOUR LIFE - LIVE AT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW is an injustice. The record is absolutely breathtaking. Corderoa??s sincerity, heart, and remarkable talent radiates across every second of the recording.  Volume II of All-Female JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Concept Album to be Released This WeekOn September 18, we will see the release of She Is Risen: Volume II, the hotly awaited follow-up that brings together the extraordinary team that made the first volume a resounding success.  Taye Diggs Partners With Baskin-Robbins for the Release of New Children's Book THE FESTIVAL OF CREATURESBaskin-Robbins has teamed up with actor and author Taye Diggs to bring the magical world of the brand's new Creature Creations' lineup to life with the release of a children's e-book titled 'The Festival of Creatures'.  Broadway Records to Release World Premiere Recording of SECONDHAND LIONSBroadway Records announced today the release of the world premiere recording of Secondhand Lions, a new musical with music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (First Date) and a book by Rupert Holmes (Mystery of Edwin Drood).  Orfeh and Andy Karl Acquire the Rights To Eric Bernat's Novel THE DANCERDeadline has reported that Orfeh and Andy Karl have acquired the rights to Eric Bernat's 2016 mystery novel The Dancer.  BWW Exclusive: Michelle Vezilj Premieres New Single 'SAD GIRLS DON'T CRY'Michelle Vezilj is an accomplished actress, comedienne, writer, and singer-songwriter. She recently played a sold out concert at Los Angeles' fabled Troubadour, and now she is officially releasing the music video for her latest single, the breathtakingly poignant 'SAD GIRLS DON'T CRY,' on Friday, September 18, 2020; however, BroadwayWorld has exclusively been granted early access to the gorgeous video and evocative song.  American Ballet Theatre and Random House Children's Books Partner for Launch of BOYS DANCE! and B IS FOR BALLETRandom House Childrena??s Books will be launching an exciting new publishing program in partnership with the renowned American Ballet Theatre later this month. To start, they are publishing two beautiful new picture books; BOYS DANCE! and B IS FOR BALLET (Doubleday Books for Young Readers | On Sale: September 22, 2020 | Ages 3a?"7).  1969: THE SECOND MAN Original Concept Album by Jacob Brandt to be Released in October1969: The Second Man, an original concept album by Jacob Brandt about the second man to walk on the moon, will be released this October. The album will be available to stream everywhere beginning October 1, 2020, the 62nd Anniversary of the founding of NASA. It is now available for pre-download on Spotify.  Luba Mason to Release New Solo Album TRIANGLECaptured before an intimate gathering of invited friends, family and fans at Manhattan's renowned Power Station studio, the album features an unprecedented trio of vocals, vibraphone and bass featuring master musicians Joe Locke and James Genus and produced by longtime Prince collaborator Renato Neto.  Anya Turner & Robert Grusecki Release #SongsOfComfort SongbookAnya Turner & Robert Grusecki have announced publication of the #SongsOfComfort Songbook. Included are twelve songs from their music video series in a piano/vocal folio with guitar chords, background information, photographs, Robert Risko illustration, and four color plates. Inspired by Yo-Yo Ma's #SongsOfComfort project. 73 pages, limited edition.  Theatre Communications Group Publishes PLAYS FOR THE PUBLIC by Richard ForemanTheatre Communications Group has announced the publication of Plays for The Public by Richard Foreman.  JAIME LOZANO & THE FAMILIA: SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT to Feature Liner Notes From Lin-Manuel Miranda and MoreBroadway Records announced today the release of 'Jaime Lozano & The Familia: Songs by an Immigrant'. Heralded the 'next big thing' on Broadway by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Lozano's new album will feature an eclectic collaboration of musical theatre, jazz, Mexican folklore, Tex-Mex, and Latin musicians and performers.  Broadway Records Announces Three-Album Partnership With the Creators of the Averno UniverseBroadway Records announced today a three-album partnership with the creators of the Averno Universe, a fictional universe that lives across several media platforms. Broadway Records will release the concept recording of Willow, the first of three albums in the Averno musical series, on September 25th.  BWW Album Review: Sarah Stiles' You Can Ukulele With Me is the Rejuvenating Vacation We All NeedTony Award nominee, Sarah Stiles (Tootsie, Hand to God) recently released her debut EP, You Can Ukulele With Me, via Broadway Records. This recoding is in collaboration with songwriter, Holly Gewandter, and has become a bright spot in these uncertain times. Coincidentally recorded ahead of the COVID-19 pandemic, this EP resonates now more than ever, as we are searching for an escape from the stress and worry and this recording, produced and arranged by Scott Wasserman, is a cheery and humorous antidote.  BWW Album Review: A KILLER PARTY Is More Fun Than MysteryA Killer Party has figured out exactly how to tap into digital-theatre-era frustrations and jokes. A murder mystery that leans gleefully into the campiness of the genre more than the horror, the soundtrack to this video-conferenced musical is as far from deadly dull as it gets.  PEACH BOY – A New Musical Original Cast Demo Recording ReleasedThe release of the Original Cast Demo Recording of PEACH BOY a?" A New Musical is now available on all major music platforms including Spotify, iTunes, and Amazon. With music by Phil Luna and book & lyrics by Tony Pinizzotto, the album includes all 18 songs from the enchanting new coming-of-age musical based on the 200-year-old Japanese Fairytale of Momotarō: The Peach Boy. Produced by its creator and award-winning writer Tony Pinizzotto, the album will be available everywhere where digital music is sold, accompanying its development last year.  Original Cast Recording of FLOWER DRUM SONG Released Today as 2-LP SetCraft Recordings and Concord Theatricals have announced a special reissue of the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song, available today exclusively at Barnes & Noble. This 2-LP set features classic songs like 'I Enjoy Being a Girl' and 'Love, Look Away.' | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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