Jake Smith

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, New Wolsey Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Dec 24, 2025

Belle and her feathered friend Pigeon, along with the fabulous dame, Mrs Ringer, the flamboyant Jacques Le Plop and many other hilarious characters must work together to save the Beast from the spell… can Belle see beyond the Beast’s fearsome face? And can Pigeon save the day without getting in a flap?!

Full Cast And Creative Team Set for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Panto at New Wolsey Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025

This year marks the 25th anniversary of New Wolsey Theatre's award-winning and iconic Rock'n'Roll pantomimes with Beauty and the Beast. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Richard Vetere's BLACK & WHITE CITY to Return to The ATA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2025

Following a critically acclaimed and extended debut run, Richard Vetere's powerful drama, Black & White City Blues, is set to return to the American Theatre of Actors. Learn more!

AnomalousCo to Present (BEYOND) DOOMSDAY SCROLLING at ATA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

The predominantly queer-woman-led, immigrant, multigenerational, feminist theatre ensemble AnomalousCo will present '(beyond) Doomsday Scrolling' - an original part theater/part protest piece about women, war, displacement, and resistance.

The American Theatre of Actors to Present A TOUCH OF SHAKESPEARE Monologue Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2024

The American Theatre of Actors will present A TOUCH OF SHAKESPEARE, a monologue event at the John Cullum Theatre in NYC, featuring performances by New York classic artists. Directed by James Jennings. Learn how to attend.

MORE… GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

HighTide has announced tour dates for More…Ghost Stories by Candlelight. Following the sell-out success of their 2023 autumn tour of Ghost Stories by Candlelight, the East of England company brings together four new stories from playwrights in their home region to deliver this brand new, chilling production.

SHAKESPEARE UNDER THE MOON to be Presented at the ATA in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024

Shakespeare Under the Moon will be presented on the John Cullum stage of the ATA, curated & directed by James Jennings. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Eye Flys Share New Single 'Bananarchy Zoo'
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2024

Throughout, vocalist/guitarist Jake Smith grapples with his love/hate relationship with his Florida roots, delivered with acerbic wit, while also digging into the band's influences with the title referencing Doom's crust and D-beat classic 'Monarchy Zoo.'

Low Water Bridge Band Drops Sophomore LP 'Back To The Valley'
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023

Made up of Logan Moore (guitar, vocals), Alex Kerns (bass, vocals), Riley Kerns (drums, background vocals), James Montgomery (lead guitar), Justin Carver (pedal steel, banjo), and Rudy Bzdyk (fiddle, trumpet, keyboards), Low Water Bridge Band have made their career by furthering their sound.

Cast and Creative Team Set For CINDERELLA: A Fairytale at Northern Stage
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023

Northern Stage's new production of Sally Cookson's Olivier award-nominated Cinderella: A Fairytale (2 December - 6 January) is a glorious girl-powered adventure co-directed by Katy Weir and Jake Smith. Find out who is starring in the show here!

BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES TONY AWARDS HISTORY, Adam Pascal, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 26, 2023

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.

Jake Smith Appointed as New Artistic Director & CEO of Eastern Angles
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023

Eastern Angles has announced the appointment of Jake Smith as their new artistic director and CEO. He succeeds Ivan Cutting who has been at the helm of the company for 40 years. In a unique first for an arts institution, both will work together until the end of the year as part of a handover to ensure the philosophy is carried forward into the next era of work.  

Northern Stage Announces THIS IS FAMILY Season For 2023
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2022

The third in a trilogy of 'This is...' seasons of curated cultural spotlights on big ideas from Northern Stage Artistic Director Natalie Ibu, This is Family is about doing life together.

The White Buffalo Announce Eighth Studio album 'Year Of The Dark Horse'
by Michael Major - Aug 22, 2022

The Oregon-born, Southern California-bred artist has completed the record with GRAMMY Award-winning producer Jay Joyce (Eric Church, Brothers Osborne, Fidlar) at his Neon Cross studio in Nashville. For THE WHITE BUFFALO, aka singer-songwriter-guitarist JAKE SMITH, it was time to take the less-traveled path and embark on a voyage of discovery.

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW Extends Tour into 2022
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2021

Following a hugely successful UK tour in 2021, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow have announced more dates so that this thrilling adaptation can be performed on more stages across the UK.  Washington Irving’s classic tale has been given new life by acclaimed playwright Philip Meeks (Murder, Margaret and Me; Harpy) who wields the horror genre to reflect on the lingering appeal of fables, storytelling and monsters. 

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsal of THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2021

Stars of the stage and screen, Wendi Peters (Big! The Musical; Coronation Street) and Bill Ward (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie; Emmerdale), will lead a thrilling new production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Washington Irving’s classic tale has been adapted by acclaimed playwright Philip Meeks (Murder, Margaret and Me; Harpy), unleashing one of the most terrifying monsters from the horror canon on stage – the Headless Horseman. The ghoulish and edge-of-the-seat experience will tour theatres across the UK later this year. 

Full Cast Announced For New Touring Adaptation Of THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
by Stephi Wild - Aug 23, 2021

Taking on the role of Ichabod Crane is Sam Jackson (Skins, E4; Beautiful Thing, National Tour) alongside Rose Quentin (York Witches Society, MSR Media), Lewis Cope (Vera, ITV; Witness for the Prosecution, London County Hall) and Tommy Sim'aan (As You Like It, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse; Doctors, BBC).

Wake Up With BWW 8/10: HADESTOWN Casting, WEST SIDE STORY Will Not Reopen, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2021

Today's top stories: Casting has been announced for the Broadway and touring casts of Hadestown, West Side Story will not reopen, and more.

Virtual Theatre This Week: August 9- 15, 2021- with Liz Callaway, Laura Michelle Kelly, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 9, 2021

This week (August 9-15) in live streaming: Liz Callaway in concert, Laura Michelle Kelly teaches a master class, Next on Stage: Dance Edition Season 2 continues with the Top 3, and so much more!

The White Buffalo Announces 'Songs of Anarchy' Livestream
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 4, 2021

The Belly Up is pleased to announce The White Buffalo’s “Songs of Anarchy” livestream concert on February 21, 2021 on bellyup.com. The White Buffalo is Jake Smith – singer, songwriter, guitarist, teller of stories.