Honor Society

Washington Township High School Receives National Recognition For Theatre Education Program
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2025

Washington Township High School's Theatre Department has been honored with the distinction of being named a Premier Community for Theatre Education for its outstanding commitment in the field.

Jay Leno Will Perform Live at the Warner Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025

 The Warner Theatre has announced that the legendary Jay Leno will be performing live in November. Learn more about the upcoming performance and how to get tickets here!

Recipients Revealed For 2025 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025

BSMS has announced the five stage managers receiving the 2025 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships. Learn more about the recipients for the scholarships here!

Original Broadway Romeo Ben Jackson Walker Joins UK & Ireland Tour of & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2025

Ben Jackson Walker, the original Romeo in the Broadway production of & Juliet, will be revisiting the role in the UK and Ireland tour. Learn more about the show here!

Ben Jackson Walker Returns to & JULIET For UK Tour
by Emmy Rice - Apr 19, 2025

It was announced today that a new Romeo will be joining the & Juliet UK touring Company! Ben Jackson Walker, who played the original Romeo on Broadway, will be joining the cast.

New Jersey Youth Symphony to Present ENCHANTING MUSICAL STORYTELLING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2025

The New Jersey Youth Symphony will present Enchanting Musical Storytelling at the Nicholas Music Center at Rutgers University in New Brunswick. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

New Jersey Youth Symphony Will Perform Enchanting Musical Storytelling
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2025

The New Jersey Youth Symphony (NJYS) announced that it will present Enchanting Musical Storytelling this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Palm Beach Symphony Reveals 2025 Lisa Bruna B-Major Award Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Three musically talented high school seniors from Palm Beach County have been named Palm Beach Symphony’s 2025 Lisa Bruna B-Major Award recipients. Learn more!

Ethan Ramos: A Life Lived Full Out, Onstage and Off
by Guest Author - Feb 6, 2025

On January 23, 2025, the world lost a bright light. Our local theatre community lost a talented performer. I lost my dance partner, audience buddy, dear friend and the third part of our dressing room Pentatonix tribute band. Ethan Ramos was all of these things, but most of all, he was the best human. 

Marco Island Academy To Stage World Premiere Musical In April
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 10, 2024

Marco Island Academy has announced the world premiere of Torch: A Musical Tale, an original musical written and directed by MIA's Performing Arts Instructor, Christopher Dayett. Learn more about the production here!

Choreographers & Filmmakers For Dance Canvas' 17th Season Have Been Revealed
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 10, 2024

Embarking on their 17th season, Dance Canvas had introduced Atlanta to the 7 choreographers and 4 filmmakers who make up this season's Choreographer Career Development Initiative (CCDI) and Dance Canvas: on Film program.

Choreographers and Filmmakers Revealed For Dance Canvas' 17th Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024

Embarking on their 17th season, Dance Canvas has announced the 7 choreographers and 4 filmmakers who make up this season's Choreographer Career Development Initiative (CCDI) and Dance Canvas: on Film program.

EdTA Study Finds Censorship Is a Growing Issue for Theatre Educators
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2024

The new report summarizes findings from a study of more than 1,800 theatre educators in public and private schools, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the theatre education landscape across the United States.

Student Blog: Something's Gotta Give
by Student Blogger: Leah Fridman - Oct 29, 2024

It’s when you hit that point that things like theater start becoming a chore, as opposed to an active passionate full hearted choice that you make everyday. You’ll start losing your love for the simpler beautiful things in life because either you don’t have time for them anymore, or you’re too burnt out to see the magic of the world right in front of you. 

Student Blog: Back to School: Easy Semester or Not?
by Student Blogger: Savannah Raeder - Oct 22, 2024

This semester I am a part-time student as well as working a part-time job. I went into the semester thinking that meant I would not have as busy of a schedule. But taking opportunities has taken my schedule another direction.

Visionary Trumpeter/Composer Wadada Leo Smith to Present First NYC Solo Exhibition
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2024

Wadada Leo Smith will perform a concert in NYC on Sept. 28 at 4 p.m. at the American Academy of Arts and Letters, alongside an ongoing exhibit of his Ankhrasmation art-scores.

Video: & JULIET's Philippe Arroyo & Ben Jackson Walker Show Off Their Broadway Crib
by Joey Mervis - Sep 20, 2024

In this video, watch as Ben Jackson Walker and Philippe Arroyo welcome us to their Broadway crib with a champagne toast and an inside look at their lucky Nicholas Cage pillow, bedazzled guitar, character bobbleheads, and of course, cherished gifts from fans.

An Evening with Jay Leno Comes to Musco Center for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

Jay Leno will perform live in Orange, CA on Saturday, August 24. Don't miss the chance to see the legendary comedian and former Tonight Show host for an evening of laughter and entertainment.

Jay Leno, The Wailin' Jennys, Los Angeles Master Chorale & More Set for Musco Center 24-25 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 9, 2024

The Marybelle and Sebastian P. Musco Center for the Arts at Chapman University has announced its striking 2024-25 Musco Center Presents Season, featuring Jay Leno, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and more, along with the return of beloved favorites such as the annual Heartbeat of Mexico festival and Pacific Symphony's Symphony in the Cities.

Olivia Winslow Bellido Named Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 7, 2024

C.E. Jordan High School theatre director and educator Olivia Bellido is the 2024 recipient of the Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award. Presented by The ASCAP Foundation and the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA), this accolade recognizes exceptional achievement in the field of high school and middle school theatre education and includes a $5,000 cash prize.