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Adam Pascal and More Will Lead A GIRL I KNOW at the Landmark Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2025
A Girl I Know The Musical is coming to the Landmark Theatre next month.  Legendary stars Adam Pascal, Rob Evan, Haley Swindal, and Chloe Lowery will take the stage. Learn more here!
Composers Concordance to Present OCTOGENARIANS at Gallery MC
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2025
On Saturday, February 15th, 2025 at 7pm, Composers Concordance will present Octogenarians at Gallery MC in Hell's Kitchen. Learn more about the performance and see how to attend.
Saratoga Jazz Festival Announces Gary Clark Jr., And More For 2025 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2025
The 48th Annual Saratoga Jazz Festival, presented by GE Vernova will return for a full two-day and two-stage weekend experience on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29 at Saratoga Performing Arts Center.
HARVEY Free Reading to be Presented at Syracuse Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2025
 Syracuse Stage will present a reading of Mary Chase’s classic comedy “Harvey,” directed by associate artistic director Melissa Crespo. Learn more and see how to attend.
Spotlight: TITUSS BURGESS at Universal Preservation Hall
by BWW Special Offer - January 15, 2025
Tituss Burgess LIVE at UPH in Saratoga Springs: A Night of Broadway Hits Awaits! The fabulous Tituss Burgess, who brought us the unforgettable “Pinot Noir” in “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” is coming to Saratoga Springs for an evening of favorite melodies from Broadway and film!
The Collaborative School Of The Arts Announces Summer Offerings
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
The Collaborative School of the Arts has announced a diverse lineup of programs and opportunities for aspiring performers, musicians and artists of all ages across the Capital Region this summer.
Stagedoor Manor Set to Build New Black Box Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Stagedoor Manor, the famous theater training program that has fostered well-known actors for decades, is breaking ground on a revolutionary black box theater. Learn more about the upcoming plans!
Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill Will Step Down From Capital Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill, the long-time Producing Artistic Director of Albany's Capital Repertory Theatre, has announced her plans to step down at the end of 2025. S
MACBETHANY Comes to Fort Salem Theater in March
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
Fort Salem Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere production of 'Macbethany,' written and directed by David Dubov-Flinn. Learn more here!
ANYTHING GOES & More to be Presented at The SUNY Cortland Performing Arts Department
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The SUNY Cortland Performing Arts Department is back at work this spring semester preparing to bring local audiences tender tales in an intimate and theatrical setting, featuring Anything Goes and more. Learn more!
Fairgame Grants Applications Will Open in February
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2025
The Upstate Theater Coalition for a Fairgame has announced the fifth annual Fairgame Arts Grants, offering critical funding for non-profit arts and cultural organizations across the Capital Region, Catskills and Southern Tier of New York.
Interview: Chris Shyer of PARADE at Proctors
by Jared West - January 12, 2025
Here at Proctors in Schenectady, the Broadway tour of the acclaimed revival of Jason Robert Brown’s PARADE is kicking off its run after teching on-site. For those unfamiliar, PARADE tells the true story of Leo Frank, a Jewish man living in Georgia in the early 1900s who was accused of murder. I had the privilege of speaking with Chris Shyer, who portrays Governor John (Jack) Slaton in this production.
THE STORY OF MY LIFE Comes to Theatre444 in February
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2025
 Theatre444 will present new two-man musical; The Story of My Life with music & lyrics by Neil Bartram and a Book by Brian Hill. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Pulitzer Prize-Winning PRIMARY TRUST To Open At Syracuse Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2025
Syracuse Stage welcomes the new year with playwright Eboni Booth's “Primary Trust,” the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama about best friends, new beginnings and the undeniable power of everyday kindness.
Eddies Hall Of Fame Reveals Seventh Class Of Inductees
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2025
Universal Preservation Hall has announced the seventh class of inductees into the prestigious Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame. Learn more about the inductees here!
Composers Concordance to Present Pizza Pizzicato at St. John's in the Village
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
Composers Concordance will present Pizza Pizzicato at St. John's in the Village. The event will feature the virtuosic saxophonist Todd Rewoldt alongside the CompCord String Quartet. Learn how to attend!
BWW Q&A: Jodi Benson on GYPSY at OFC Creations Theatre Center
by Joshua Wright - January 07, 2025
Gypsy continues OFC’s 2024-2025 Broadway In Brighton Series with a focus on bringing beloved shows and stories of heroes of generations to the stage, many that are not typically performed in Rochester. The series also includes Anything Goes and closing out the 2024-2025 season will be the hugely popular Jersey Boys, produced locally for the first time.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards
by BWW Awards - January 07, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Applications Open for Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's 15th Summer of Weeklong Residencies
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2025
Applications are now open to all musical theatre writers for Rhinebeck Writers Retreat’s summer residencies. Learn more about the residencies and see how to apply.
LOVE'S A JOKE Comes to Irvington Theater Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2025
In this one-night-only event, two real-life couples (who just so happen to be professional comedians) will take the IT stage and tackle a wide range of topics.
Fort Salem Theater Announces SWEENEY TODD Principal Casting
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2025
Fort Salem Theater has announced principal casting for its highly anticipated 2025 production of “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” Performances of Sweeney Todd are scheduled for April 25, 26, 27, and May 2, 3, 4, 2025.
Peri Mauer's LATE DAY THUNDER Will Premiere at Kostabi World
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2025
Composer Peri Mauer's new piece for piano and drum set, Late Day Thunder will be premiered this weekend in a concert of new music presented by Composers Concordance at Kostabi World.
CENTERstage Productions to Kick Off 2025 With SHREK THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2024
CENTERstage Productions will kick off 2025 with a laughter filled family-friendly fairy tale adventure! Get ready to laugh, sing, and cheer as Shrek The Musical takes the stage. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Dates Set For 2025 Rochester Fringe
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2024
This Rochester Fringe Festival, New York State's largest multidisciplinary performing arts festival, has announced the dates for its 14th annual festival.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Blackfriars Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

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