Harry Houdini

Kevin Quantum Brings Two Magic Shows to the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe

Discover the captivating magic shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, featuring mesmerizing performances and illusions that will leave audiences spellbound.

ArtsUP! LA Spotlights An All-Blind Cast In THE LAST ILLUSION

ArtsUP! LA will present THE LAST ILLUSION, a unique theatrical experience featuring an all-blind cast. This magical performance showcases the talents and creativity of visually impaired artists.

Erin Davie, Clyde Voce, Ben Cherry & More to Lead RAGTIME at The Hangar Theatre

RAGTIME opens at the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca on July 11, 2024. This musical weaves together the stories of three diverse families in early 20th century America.

Broadway Murder Mysteries To Present The World Premiere Of THE SPIRITS' SPEAKEASY Immersive Experience

BROADWAY MURDER MYSTERIES introduces THE SPIRITS’ SPEAKEASY, an immersive experience featuring theatrical medium Krystyn Lambert. Discover a unique blend of mystery and performance in this world premiere.

New Old Friends In Association With Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Present HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE

New for 2024 Award-winning theatre company New Old Friends in association with Yvonne Arnaud Theatre present HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE at The Kings Head Theatre from 28 May to 30 June.

Roy Schreiber Releases New Book - A COAT OF MANY COLORS: PUTTING JEWISH CHARACTERS ON STAGE

Roy Schreiber has announced the release of his latest book, A Coat of Many Colors: Putting Jewish Characters on Stage. Published by Bookbaby on February 1, 2024, the book is a collection of five diverse plays challenging traditional stereotypes of Jewish characters.

Review: RAGTIME at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Dutch Apples steps outside of their comfort zone with mostly favorable results.  Ragtime is a challenging and thought-provoking piece, and any criticism is directed towards the script, not its talented cast and crew.

King's Head Theatre Announces Main House and Cabaret Shows For 2024

King's Head Theatre has released details of the forthcoming shows this spring / summer, both at the venue's new purpose built 200-seat Main House, and the intimate and versatile 50-seat Cabaret House. 

HOUDINI'S GREAT ESCAPE Comes to Darlington Hippodrome Next Month

Award-winning theatre company New Old Friends in association with Yvonne Arnaud Theatre will present Houdini’s Greatest Escape which will play at Darlington Hippodrome on Tuesday 2 April.

& JULIET, BACK TO THE FUTURE & More Set For Providence Performing Arts Center's 2024/2025 Broadway Season

The 2024/2025 Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) Broadway touring season has been announced! Shows coming to Rhode Island include & Juliet, Hamilton, Back to the Future and more.

Review: HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Houdini’s Greatest Escape, put on by New Old Friends in association with Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, tells the story of the great escape artists Harry Houdini and his wife, Bess, as they travel to England with the hopes of being invited to perform at King Edward’s Royal Gala. But, things quickly take a turn when they are framed for murder and robbery.

Photos: Go Inside the New King's Head Theatre

Executive Producer and Interim CEO Sofi Berenger, Chair of the Board James Seabright, and the whole team at the King’s Head Theatre have released new images of the new purpose built 200-seat theatre, now officially opened.

THE MAGIC PARLOUR Extended at Goodman Theatre Through June

More magic in 2024! Critical and popular acclaim for third-generation magician Dennis Watkins, following the opening of his famed The Magic Parlour at 50 W. Randolph, spur an extended calendar of additional performances into late spring 2024.

Exclusive: Watch Teal Wicks Sing 'Back to Before' in RAGTIME at Signature Theatre

Watch Teal Wicks sing 'Back to Before' in Ragtime at Signature Theatre.

Video: THE SIMPSONS Spoofs RAGTIME in 'Henry Ford' Parody Musical Number

A recent episode of The Simpsons featured a spoof of a song that Broadway fans may recognize! In a scene featuring Mr. Burns at a nuclear power plant, the cartoon program included a parody of 'Henry Ford' from Ragtime.

King's Head Theatre Reveals Opening Date for New Venue and Details of Inaugural Season

The King's Head Theatre charity has announced it will open the first new production at its purpose built 200-seat theatre on 8 January 2024, with the world premiere of Exhibitionists by Shaun McKenna and Andrew Van Sickle.

LJR Productions To Present ALL JAZZED UP! Cabaret, November 16

Join us for an autumnal evening of jazz standards and musical theater songs in All Jazzed Up! Featuring 11 musical numbers, this show will take you on a journey through ballads and upbeat songs that will leave you wanting more. Don't miss this unforgettable performance.

The Association Of Performing Arts Professionals Announces UP NEXT! Artists For 2024

The Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) announced earlier this week the 18 artists from across the U.S. and around the globe selected by an APAP panel to pitch their new work at the annual UP NEXT!

HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE Will Embark on UK Tour

New for 2024 Award-winning theatre company New Old Friends in association with Yvonne Arnaud Theatre present HOUDINI'S GREATEST ESCAPE which will open at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford on 08 February and Tour the UK throughout Spring. 

Video: The Kid Critics Learn the Power of Friendship at THE VANISHING ELEPHANT

In this video, watch as Evangeline (10), Lilah (8), and Tess (9) head to the New Victory Theatre to check out The Vanishing Elephant. Curious about what they thought of the show? Find out below!