Hilary Swank Honored With The Champion Of Children Award At The 36th Annual Colleagues Spring Luncheon
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
The 36th Annual Colleagues Spring Luncheon will present philanthropist and two time Academy Award winning actress Hilary Swank with The Colleagues Champion of Children Award for her work founding the Hilaroo Foundation and making a lasting impact on the lives of children.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
The 36th Annual Colleagues Spring Luncheon will present philanthropist and two time Academy Award winning actress Hilary Swank with The Colleagues Champion of Children Award for her work founding the Hilaroo Foundation and making a lasting impact on the lives of children.
WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT LA Premiere is Coming to Fountain Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
The play that no one knows — not even the actors. The Fountain Theatre, in association with Nassim Soleimanpour Productions, will present the Los Angeles premiere of White Rabbit Red Rabbit. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
The play that no one knows — not even the actors. The Fountain Theatre, in association with Nassim Soleimanpour Productions, will present the Los Angeles premiere of White Rabbit Red Rabbit. Learn more!
Jason Alexander, Rachel Bloom and More to Headline BROADWAY VOICES UNITE Benefit Concert
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Harvest Home will present the return of its Broadway Voices Unite Benefit Concert. The event will feature Jason Alexander, Rachel Boom and more.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Harvest Home will present the return of its Broadway Voices Unite Benefit Concert. The event will feature Jason Alexander, Rachel Boom and more.
Photos: FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Geffen Playhouse First Look
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Furlough’s Paradise explores family dreams of a utopia yet to be realized. The production is now running at Geffen Playhouse. Get a first look at photos here!
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Furlough’s Paradise explores family dreams of a utopia yet to be realized. The production is now running at Geffen Playhouse. Get a first look at photos here!
Sara Bareilles to Deliver UCLA College Commencement Address
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Grammy Award–winning singer, songwriter, actor and UCLA alum Sara Bareilles will deliver the keynote address at the 2025 UCLA College commencement ceremonies. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Grammy Award–winning singer, songwriter, actor and UCLA alum Sara Bareilles will deliver the keynote address at the 2025 UCLA College commencement ceremonies. Learn more!
Lady Gaga Adds Los Angeles and San Francisco Dates to 'The Mayhem Ball' Tour
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Lady Gaga has added new concerts to her official 'Mayhem Ball' tour, now stopping in San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as the previously announced locations of Las Vegas, Seattle, New York, and more.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Lady Gaga has added new concerts to her official 'Mayhem Ball' tour, now stopping in San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as the previously announced locations of Las Vegas, Seattle, New York, and more.
UCLA Names Michael Beckerman New Dean of the Herb Alpert School of Music
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Acclaimed higher education scholar and author Michael Beckerman has been named the new dean of The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. He will begin his role at UCLA on or before October 1, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Acclaimed higher education scholar and author Michael Beckerman has been named the new dean of The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. He will begin his role at UCLA on or before October 1, 2025.
RESERVOIR DOLLS Comes to Hollywood Fringe 2025
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Reservoir Dolls is a solo comedy show about what it takes to survive as a woman in a man’s world, written and performed by Lani Harms and premiering at the 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Reservoir Dolls is a solo comedy show about what it takes to survive as a woman in a man’s world, written and performed by Lani Harms and premiering at the 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
Rheagan Wallace's STAGE MAMMA Comes to Hollywood Fringe Festival 2025
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
In her world premiere solo show, STAGE MAMMA: From Child Star to Leading Lady, Rheagan Wallace invites you into her extraordinary life with raw honesty, poignant reflection, and unexpected humor.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
In her world premiere solo show, STAGE MAMMA: From Child Star to Leading Lady, Rheagan Wallace invites you into her extraordinary life with raw honesty, poignant reflection, and unexpected humor.
Sheila-Joon Azim's OPHELIA'S REFRAIN Comes to Hollywood Fringe 2025
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Sheila-Joon Azim's psychedelic solo show, Ophelia's Refrain follows the true story of a blue-eyed, blonde, half-Iranian woman from the streets of Seattle to the depths of the Amazon in a raw search for healing, identity, and meaning.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
Sheila-Joon Azim's psychedelic solo show, Ophelia's Refrain follows the true story of a blue-eyed, blonde, half-Iranian woman from the streets of Seattle to the depths of the Amazon in a raw search for healing, identity, and meaning.
Lachlan McPheat Delivers a Moving Performance in SubUrbia at The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble
by Team BWW - April 21, 2025
New Zealand-born actor Lachlan McPheat is currently performing in Los Angeles with his portrayal of Jeff Gallagher in SubUrbia, Eric Bogosian’s raw and thrilling play now running at The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble in Santa Monica.
by Team BWW - April 21, 2025
New Zealand-born actor Lachlan McPheat is currently performing in Los Angeles with his portrayal of Jeff Gallagher in SubUrbia, Eric Bogosian’s raw and thrilling play now running at The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble in Santa Monica.
Special Bonus Production GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE Set for Ensemble Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company has announced a special limited engagement of Hershey Felder as GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE, written and performed by internationally renowned artist Hershey Felder.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company has announced a special limited engagement of Hershey Felder as GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE, written and performed by internationally renowned artist Hershey Felder.
Mount Wilson Observatory Unveils 2025 Lineup Including Concerts, Films, & More
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Mount Wilson Observatory, Southern California’s esteemed home to several of the most groundbreaking astronomical discoveries in history, has announced its 2025 season of public events and telescope observing opportunities.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Mount Wilson Observatory, Southern California’s esteemed home to several of the most groundbreaking astronomical discoveries in history, has announced its 2025 season of public events and telescope observing opportunities.
Cast Set For Zimmerman's RIGHT BEFORE I GO at Curtis Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Playwright/Director, Stan Zimmerman has set his cast for a special one night performance of his suicide awareness play, Right Before I Go. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Playwright/Director, Stan Zimmerman has set his cast for a special one night performance of his suicide awareness play, Right Before I Go. Learn more about the show here!
Nic & Desi: 'From Broadway To Hollywood' Adds Additional West Coast Dates
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Broadway stars and real-life couple Nicolas Dromard and Desiree Davar will bring their acclaimed show Nic & Desi: Broadway to Hollywood to additional West Coast locations.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Broadway stars and real-life couple Nicolas Dromard and Desiree Davar will bring their acclaimed show Nic & Desi: Broadway to Hollywood to additional West Coast locations.
RAG DOLL ON A BOMB SITE to Open at Hudson Guild Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2025
Rag Doll on a Bomb Site is a solo musical that is apart of the Hollywood Fringe Festival selection. Book, music, and lyrics by Shelley Cooper. Check here for more details!
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2025
Rag Doll on a Bomb Site is a solo musical that is apart of the Hollywood Fringe Festival selection. Book, music, and lyrics by Shelley Cooper. Check here for more details!
Interview: Robyn Spangler of BILLY BARNES' BASH at Catalina Jazz Club
by Gavin Glynn - April 19, 2025
Singing sensation, Robyn Spangler, helms the BILLY BARNES' BASH at The Catalina Jazz Club Sunday April 27, 2025 with Music Director, Michael Orland of American Idol (FOX). Hosted by Mr. Showtunes, Jason Graae and directed by Broadway's Kay Cole. Brunch 11:30am Show Concert 1:00PM Tix $41 catalinajazzclub.com Billy Barnes was one of the most influential composers and lyricists of the 1960s and 1970s.
by Gavin Glynn - April 19, 2025
Singing sensation, Robyn Spangler, helms the BILLY BARNES' BASH at The Catalina Jazz Club Sunday April 27, 2025 with Music Director, Michael Orland of American Idol (FOX). Hosted by Mr. Showtunes, Jason Graae and directed by Broadway's Kay Cole. Brunch 11:30am Show Concert 1:00PM Tix $41 catalinajazzclub.com Billy Barnes was one of the most influential composers and lyricists of the 1960s and 1970s.
Video: Students Displaced by Eaton Fire to Perform SHREK THE MUSICAL JR. at the Ahmanson Theatre
by Joshua Wright - April 18, 2025
Students from Altadena Eliot Arts Magnet schools, displaced by the Eaton Fire, will perform Shrek the Musical Jr. at L.A.’s Ahmanson Theatre on April 18.
by Joshua Wright - April 18, 2025
Students from Altadena Eliot Arts Magnet schools, displaced by the Eaton Fire, will perform Shrek the Musical Jr. at L.A.’s Ahmanson Theatre on April 18.
Interview: Playwrights Lisa Pearl Rosenbaum & Ronda Spinak of THE VIOLIN MAKER
by Shari Barrett - April 18, 2025
Inspired by conversations Rosenbaum had with Israeli violin maker Amnon Weinstein, the International City Theatre in Long Beach is presenting the American premiere of The Violin Maker, a new play based on the true story of how he gathered and restored ruined violins that survived the Holocaust to create the remarkable collection known throughout the world as the “Violins of Hope.” I decided to speak with playwrights Lisa Pearl Rosenbaum and Ronda Spinak (artistic director of The Braid) about the play’s creation and history, especially why it is so important to tell the Violins of Hope maker’s story.
by Shari Barrett - April 18, 2025
Inspired by conversations Rosenbaum had with Israeli violin maker Amnon Weinstein, the International City Theatre in Long Beach is presenting the American premiere of The Violin Maker, a new play based on the true story of how he gathered and restored ruined violins that survived the Holocaust to create the remarkable collection known throughout the world as the “Violins of Hope.” I decided to speak with playwrights Lisa Pearl Rosenbaum and Ronda Spinak (artistic director of The Braid) about the play’s creation and history, especially why it is so important to tell the Violins of Hope maker’s story.
THE 13TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The Nederlander Organization and Broadway in Hollywood have announced the nominees for THE 13TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The Nederlander Organization and Broadway in Hollywood have announced the nominees for THE 13TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles.
ARTS OPEN SAN PEDRO 2025 Returns This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The San Pedro Arts and Cultural District is set to come alive on Saturday April 26 and Sunday April 27, 2025, with the much-anticipated Arts Open San Pedro 2025.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The San Pedro Arts and Cultural District is set to come alive on Saturday April 26 and Sunday April 27, 2025, with the much-anticipated Arts Open San Pedro 2025.
Cal State LA to Present THE JOHN LION NEW PLAYS FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The Department of Theatre and Dance at Cal State LA will present the 27th annual John Lion New Plays Festival at the university's State Playhouse. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
The Department of Theatre and Dance at Cal State LA will present the 27th annual John Lion New Plays Festival at the university's State Playhouse. Learn more and see how to attend.
Review: South Coast Repertory Presents YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE END OF THE WORLD!
by Michael Quintos - April 17, 2025
Poignant, hopeful, sardonic, jubilant, and hilariously wicked, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE END OF THE WORLD! is a brilliant new World Premiere play that revels in its eccentricity yet, thankfully, doesn't quite shield you from genuine, gut-wrenching emotions that tug at your heart strings. Buoyed by a terrific ensemble cast and magical theatricality, Keiko Green’s bold and emotionally resonant new theatrical work is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining. The play continues at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa through May 3, 2025.
by Michael Quintos - April 17, 2025
Poignant, hopeful, sardonic, jubilant, and hilariously wicked, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE END OF THE WORLD! is a brilliant new World Premiere play that revels in its eccentricity yet, thankfully, doesn't quite shield you from genuine, gut-wrenching emotions that tug at your heart strings. Buoyed by a terrific ensemble cast and magical theatricality, Keiko Green’s bold and emotionally resonant new theatrical work is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining. The play continues at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa through May 3, 2025.
Interview: Josefina López on REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES THE MUSICAL from Boyle Heights to Broadway
by Shari Barrett - April 17, 2025
Josefina López, the celebrated Mexican-American award-winning playwright and screenwriter best known for creating and authoring the play and co-authoring the film Real Women Have Curves, was an undocumented five-year-old immigrant when she migrated with her family from San Luis Potosi, Mexico, to the United States in 1974 to settle in Boyle Heights. And on April 27, she will be making her Broadway debut when Real Women Have Curves: The Musical opens on Broadway!
by Shari Barrett - April 17, 2025
Josefina López, the celebrated Mexican-American award-winning playwright and screenwriter best known for creating and authoring the play and co-authoring the film Real Women Have Curves, was an undocumented five-year-old immigrant when she migrated with her family from San Luis Potosi, Mexico, to the United States in 1974 to settle in Boyle Heights. And on April 27, she will be making her Broadway debut when Real Women Have Curves: The Musical opens on Broadway!
BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Begins At Musical Theatre West In July
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Musical Theatre West (MTW) is turning up the volume this summer with its next highly anticipated production, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, running select dates from July 11 through July 27, 2025, at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Musical Theatre West (MTW) is turning up the volume this summer with its next highly anticipated production, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, running select dates from July 11 through July 27, 2025, at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center.
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