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Washington Avenue Launches VIBRATION: The Live Music Odyssey
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

Miami Beach’s Washington Avenue is transforming into a city-wide soundtrack with the launch of VIBRATION: The Live Music Odyssey, a groundbreaking new monthly series debuting Saturday, September 13, 2025.

Video: Original LITTLE MERMAID Star Jodi Benson Sings Stripped-Back 'Part of Your World'
by Michael Major - Aug 26, 2025

Original The Little Mermaid star Jodi Benson joined the Counter-Melodies Podcast co-hosts Jonathan Tilkin and Anthony Gargiula for a stripped-back rendition of 'Part of Your World' from the hit animated movie musical. Watch the video!

Video: Watch a Preview of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at the Fulton Theatre
by Michael Major - Feb 18, 2025

Leading the cast of Jesus Christ Superstar as Judas and Jesus are David Toole and Matías De La Flor. Kristina Leopold (Broadway: SIX) and Mamie Parris (Broadway: Cats, School of Rock) join as Mary Magdalene and Pontius Pilate. Watch a video!

Cast and Creative Team Set For Fulton Theatre's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

The Fulton Theatre has announced its production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's electrifying rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, which will run beginning next month.

Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIVE Raises Over $230k for The Ali Forney Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024

Jay Armstrong Johnson’s annual Halloween concert-meets-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall, benefiting the Ali Forney Center, played to a packed standing-room-only crowd last night, October 21.

Interview: Darnell Abraham of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Ottawa's National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - Oct 22, 2024

I had the privilege to speak with Darnell Abraham about his background and his role as Mufasa in the upcoming Broadway Across Canada presentation of Disney’s The Lion King, including some insight into the preparation that goes into such a physical role, favourite scenes, and the timelessness of the musical's themes.

Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU to Stream on Broadway On Demand
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024

Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALiiVE at Webster Hall will stream on Broadway On Demand during Halloween weekend, offering a theatrical experience from the comfort of your home. Learn how to watch!

Review: FOREVER PLAID at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Apr 21, 2024

The actors have wonderful interactions with one another and with the audience, and their comedy chops are highlighted well. The actors have good voices and there are moments of nice harmonies and solo work. Unfortunately, the show is disappointing due to some major pitch problems that even impacted the melody line at times.

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Comes to The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

The Phoenix Theatre Company will showcase the musical genius and pioneering spirit of Carole King with the production of 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.' T

The Entertainment Community Fund Reveals 2023 Alex Dubé Scholarship Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023

The Entertainment Community Fund has revealed the five recipients of the 2023 Alex Dubé Scholarship Program.

Jodi Benson Will Lead HELLO, DOLLY! in Florida in Summer 2024
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2023

Jodi Benson will lead a production of Hello, Dolly! in Florida next year at Encore! Performing Arts. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

THE LION KING on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 11, 2023

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about The Lion King on Broadway. Check out all the details below!

A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A Groovy Musical Revue Returns For Its 6th Year!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2022

From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, Anthony Wayne & Kendrell Bowman bring you A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the annual holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.

Video: THE LION KING Pays Tribute to Original 'Mufasa' Samuel E. Wright on 24th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2021

This weekend, the Lion King celebrated its 24th anniversary on Broadway. As part of its celebration, the anniversary performance was dedicated to the memory of the creator of the role of Mufasa in the original 1997 production, Samuel E. Wright, who received a Tony nomination for his performance. 

BWW Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - Nov 13, 2021

Disney's The Lion King roars its way back into Memphis and audiences are thrilled to welcome the popular show back to the Orpheum stage! Always a Memphis favorite, the show is pure magic for its audiences, adults and children alike. 

THE LION KING Will Celebrate its 24th Anniversary On Broadway This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2021

The Lion King will celebrate its 24th anniversary on Broadway tomorrow, Saturday, November 13, 2021. The show opened on November 13, 1997 at the newly-renovated New Amsterdam Theatre and has played 9,387 performances as of today and entertained more than 15,870,000 guests on Broadway alone.

Megan Hilty, Linda Eder, Mykal Kilgore & More to Perform at Feinstein's/54 Below in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2021

Next month, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Jawan M. Jackson, Sam Tanabe, Angel Lin & More to Star in A YEAR IN REVUE at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2021

FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW will present A Year in Revue produced by Rye Myers of Rye Entertainment on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at 9:45 pm. A Year In Revue is a show that recounts the past year's events through the work of underrepresented artists in musical theater and beyond.

A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Announces Off-Broadway Cast and Dates
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2021

From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman comes A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.

Jawan M. Jackson and Sam Tanabe Will Perform in a New 54 Below Concert Celebrating BIPOC Artists
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2021

 A Year In Revue is a show that recounts the past year's events through the work of underrepresented artists in musical theater and beyond. A Year In Revue is not to be missed and will be an unforgettable evening with some of Broadway's and New York's best! Patrick B. Phillips and Crystal Wright also serve as co-producers.