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Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!

George Young Brings SINGIN' AND SWINGIN' To 54 Below In June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025

54 BELOW will present George Young in Singin' and Swingin' on June 19th at 7:00pm. Mr. Young, an accomplished entertainer, brings his musicianship and vocal dexterity in celebration of Juneteenth and all that this day represents. 

REVELATIONS IN RHYTHM Comes to Florida Memorial University in Miami Garden
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2025

The internationally celebrated tap dancer Marshall Davis, Jr., will perform Revelations in Rhythm live at Florida Memorial University's Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts in Miami Gardens.

JAZZ AND TAP SPECTACULAR Returns to Sierra Madre Playhouse This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

Jazz and R&B bassist and composer Del Atkins and his sextet bring the rich history of jazz to life with tap dancer Chester Whitmore adding rhythmic depth and excitement to this compelling jazz exploration on Sunday, April 27, 2025, 7:30 pm, at Sierra Madre Playhouse.

Beverley Knight, Andrew Roachford, & More Join SOUND OF PHILADELPHIA Lineup at Royal Albert Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024

Singers Beverley Knight, Andrew Roachford, Omar Lye-Fook, and Tony Momrelle will join Sir Lenny Henry at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 19 October for The Sound of Philadelphia – marking 50 years of Black-owned soul music label, Philadelphia International Records, and legendary songwriting partnership Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Thom Bell.

Review: South Coast Repertory Presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Michael Quintos - Oct 4, 2024

For SCR's impressive, must-see local revival, the show gets a hyper-hybrid treatment that combines nostalgic elements inspired by the original but infused with 21st-century sass and sensibilities. Alongside its visual splendor, the show also features a superb ensemble cast, resulting in a blissfully-raucous, infectiously smile-inducing production.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 7, 2024
by - Jun 7, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

ANCHORMAN: THE LEGEND OF RON BURGUNDY Celebrates 20th Anniversary With 4K Ultra HD Release
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2024

Released in theatres on July 9, 2004, ANCHORMAN: THE LEGEND OF RON BURGUNDY marked the feature directorial debut of Adam McKay and was written by McKay and Will Ferrell, who stars as the titular, mustachioed hero.  The film features a veritable pantheon of comedic talent, including Christina Applegate, Paul Rudd, Steve Carell, David Koechner, and Fred Willard, along with a cavalcade of cameos. See the bonus content for the release here!

Review: VENETIAN EVENINGS - A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO THE FAIRMONT'S VENETIAN ROOM At Venetian Room
by Steve Murray - Mar 25, 2024

What did our critic think of VENETIAN EVENINGS - A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO THE FAIRMONT'S VENETIAN ROOM at Venetian Room?

LaChanze and More Set For Bay Area Cabaret's VENETIAN EVENINGS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

Bay Area Cabaret will present Venetian Evenings, a musical celebration paying homage to the world-famous Venetian Room of the Fairmont San Francisco.

Look At Historic Entertainers In Unique Derique's FOOL LA LA: GIFT! At The Marsh Berkeley
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2024

Celebrate Black History Month with Unique Derique’s “Fool La La: Gift!” at The Marsh Berkeley. Explore the lives of historic entertainers in this captivating show. (Under 200 characters)

State Theatre New Jersey Presents EAGLEMANIA, January 12
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023

State Theatre New Jersey presents EagleMania - The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band on Friday, January 12, 2024 at 8pm.

Our Monthly 'Birthday' Salute Goes to....
by Rob Lester - Dec 7, 2023

Born one long ago December, this music star of stars has had a lasting impact all these years. Follow the clues about other notables born in this month and figure out who gets this month's birthday applause.

Unique Derique to Return to The Marsh Berkeley with FOOL LA LA: HOLIDAY GIFT in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2023

Fool La La: Holiday Gift comes to The Marsh Berkeley from Dec. 27-30 for a festive and fun-filled holiday experience. Don't miss this unique show!

Black Ensemble Extends A TASTE OF SOUL Through October 29
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023

Black Ensemble Theater extends the hit musical revue 'A Taste of Soul' written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. Experience the evolution of Soul music from its Gospel roots to today's pop culture sensation. Now playing through October 29, 2023.

Herb Smith Conducts The No Name Pops in Their Debut in Verizon Hallat the Kimmel Cultural Campus, October 28
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2023

The No Name Pops will have their debut performance at the Kimmel Cultural Campus at the end of this month when they present Let's Groove Tonight: Motown and The Philly Sound. The performances will take place on October 28 at 3 and 8pm in Verizon Hall.

The 2022-2023 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series Concludes in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2023

The 2022-2023 HB Artist Faculty Performance Series concludes on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 7:30 pm with a performance of Clara Schumann’s Piano Trio in G minor, Op. 17 performed by violinist April Johnson, cellist Peter Seidenberg and pianist Tomoko Uchino as well as a selection of jazz standards, improvisations and originals performed by jazz pianist Jamie Reynolds and saxophonist Ed Palermo.

The Marsh Berkeley to Celebrate Black History Month With Added Showings of FOOL LA LA GIFT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023

The Marsh Berkeley is celebrating Black History Month with special added performances of Unique Derique’s family-friendly Fool La La Gift, shining light on different African American entertainers who contributed to the performing arts – from Sammy Davis Jr. to The Nicholas Brothers and more.

Eric Hoffman & Ken Hatfield's STIRRINGS STILL Vocal and Guitar Duet Album Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2023

ARTHUR CIRCLE MUSIC has released Stirrings Still, an intimate set of duets for voice and guitar, available on CD, digital download, and streaming, with a vinyl edition to follow in June 2023.

FOOL LA LA GIFT Extended at The Marsh Berkeley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2023

Due to popular demand, The Marsh Berkeley will welcome back the Bay Area’s favorite Clown Prince of Fools, Unique Derique, for added performances of Fool La La Gift.