Deon Releford-Lee

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Will Open 93rd Season at Theatre By The Sea
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

Theatre By The Sea will open its 93rd summer season with LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, directed by Bob Richard and Diane Laurenson, at Bill Hanney's Wakefield, RI venue.

Rattlestick Theater And Storybridge Productions Share Details For Workshop Presentation Of THE CALL
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026

Rattlestick Theater and StoryBridge Productions are presenting a workshop of The Call, a new musical by Mkhululi Mabija and Paul Castles. The work-in-progress presentation is part of Rattlestick’s Waverly Performance Studio initiative and will be held at BAM Attic Studio in Brooklyn.

Photos: Phylicia Rashad-Directed IMMEDIATE FAMILY at Booth Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025

Immediate Family, written by Hamilton’s Paul Oakley Stovall and directed by Tony Award–winning actress, director, and TV star Phylicia Rashad, is now being presented at Booth Playhouse. See photos here!  

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On Phylicia Rashad-Directed IMMEDIATE FAMILY at Booth Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Aug 11, 2025

What did the critics think of the new American play Immediate Family, written by Hamilton’s Paul Oakley Stovall and directed by Tony Award–winning actress, director, and TV star Phylicia Rashad?

Photos: Director Phylicia Rashad and the Cast of IMMEDIATE FAMILY Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 14, 2025

The new American play Immediate Family, written by Hamilton’s Paul Oakley Stovall and directed by Phylicia Rashad, will premiere in North Carolina. The cast and creative team recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!

Christina Sajous, Britney Coleman, & Andy Mientus Will Lead Phylicia Rashad Directed IMMEDIATE FAMILY in Charlotte
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

The cast has been revealed for the celebrated new American play Immediate Family, written by Hamilton’s Paul Oakley Stovall and directed by Tony Award–winning actress, director, and TV star Phylicia Rashad, part of Blumenthal’s 2024–2025 PNC Broadway Lights series.

Review: TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse Charms, Inspires and Dazzles
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2025

Take the Lead, an exuberant new musical, is now at Paper Mill Playhouse, and it is a definite hit. We attended the opening night when the full house audience was all smiles and cheers.

Photos: TAKE THE LEAD Opening Night at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025

The world premiere musical Take the Lead, which began performances Saturday, March 29 opened this Sunday, April 6, at Paper Mill Playhouse. Check out photos from opening night here! 

Paper Mill Playhouse to Launch 'Take A Ticket' Initiative For TAKE THE LEAD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse  is launching “Take a Ticket,” a new initiative introduced for the upcoming world premiere of Take the Lead. Learn more about the production and see how to attend!

Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Savy Jackson, and More Will Lead TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming world premiere musical Take the Lead, beginning performances in March. Learn more here!

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Begins At Proctors Next Week!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024

Experience the electrifying energy of TINA The Tina Turner Musical at Proctors in two weeks. Celebrate the life and legacy of the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll with this powerful and inspiring show.

Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Samantha Wu - Jun 26, 2024

When considering the most influential performers in the history of rock, Tina Turner's talent and legacy is counted among titans. Her voice, her signature growl, is unmistakable. Her determination to succeed and survive despite years of abuse at the hands of her husband set her apart from the rest.

Review: TINA, THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Overture
by Scott Rawson - Jun 12, 2024

From the gripping opening number to the dynamic conclusion, Tina, The Tina Turner Musical, is on hell of an emotional rollercoaster. The highs and lows of Tina's tumultuous journey are brilliantly encapsulated in the show, and her extraordinary music weaves through a narrative that is both heart-breaking and stunning.

TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Overture Hall in June
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will invite audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll' at the Overture Hall this June.

BWW Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL - Simply the Best in Columbus
by Christina Mancuso - May 9, 2024

TINA: The Tina Turner Musical came blazing in like a bolt of lightning with thunderous applause on opening night at the Ohio Theatre, just as most of our state was under severe tornado warnings.  TINA tells the remarkable story of the musical legend, and shares it all – the good, the bad, and the ugly – so be prepared for some cringe-worthy moments of raw and jolting physical, verbal and emotional abuse.  Despite that, TINA also shares her triumphant journey of resilience, redemption, freedom, and ultimate superstardom.  ritic think of TINA at Ohio?

Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - May 8, 2024

This musical would flounder without a dynamic leading woman. In this case, TINA has two – Zurin Villanueva (who performed in the May 7 show) and Ari Groover because of the energy and vocal demands of the role.

Review: Tina: The Tina Turner Musical - A Vibrant Tribute to a Legend at Old National Center
by The Marriage Matinee - May 1, 2024

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, gracing the stage of the illustrious Murat Theatre, is an exhilarating journey through the life and music of one of the most iconic figures in the history of popular music. Spanning two acts, this production not only celebrates Tina Turner's unparalleled talent but also delves into the personal triumphs and tribulations that defined her extraordinary career. In this review, we will explore the production's standout elements while offering a neutral perspective on its portrayal of the legendary singer and the key figures in her life.

Interview: Deon Releford-Lee of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Apr 24, 2024

“People know me as this light, fun person. They have a hard time seeing me play a character like that because it’s so different from (who I am).” Deon Releford-Lee

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Opens in Indianapolis April 30th
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024

Broadway in Indianapolis announced today that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are on sale now for 8 performances from April 30 - May 5, 2024.

TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Overture Center This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

​​​​​​​ TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL invites audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll.'