James Jackson

Rachel Dratch, Wayne Brady and More Join 2026 Encores! Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025

New York City Center has revealed additional cast members for the 2026 Encores! series, including Rachel Dratch, Wayne Brady, Claybourne Elder, and more.

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2025 Provincetown Theater Annual Gala & Award Honorees Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2025

 At their annual gala fundraiser, the Provincetown Theater in Provincetown, MA will present the four 2025 Provincetown Theater Impact Awards during a festive celebration at the historic Provincetown Monument.

TRASH DAY to be Presented by Out of the Box Theatre in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2025

Get ready to laugh until your sides ache and then perhaps feel an uncontrollable urge to clean your own garage! Out of Box Theatre will present the return of 'Trash Day'. Learn more!

Review: 24 HOUR PLAYS: LITTLE ROCK at CALS Ron Robinson Theater
by Theresa Bertram - Aug 6, 2025

Homecoming.  That’s what this past Monday night at CALS Ron Robinson felt like for me.  A delightful homecoming where you literally love and adore all your kinfolks.  When Theresa invited me to review 24 HOUR PLAYS: LITTLE ROCK, I gladly accepted.  Heck!  I already had my ticket to attend.

Cast Set For SHAKE IT UP BABY! at the Epstein Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2025

The full cast has been announced for a new musical about The Beatles’ Hamburg years which is set to be premiered at the Epstein Theatre this autumn. Learn more here!

PANGEA PRIDE June Lineup Includes James Jackson Jr., David Cale, Tjasa Ferme and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025

Pangea has put together a lineup of diverse  entertainers in June for its contribution to Pride Month. The venue will present eight new shows throughout the month.

Interview: James Jackson Jr Celebrates BIRTH THE ALBUM in Concert at Pangea
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 30, 2025

The Obie Award-winning star of Strange Loop and White Girl in Danger will sing tracks from his upcoming album BIRTH at the 6/7 concert. BIRTH comes out on 6/6 and is now available for pre-order.

James Jackson, Jr. to Celebrate Album BIRTH in Concert at Pangea NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025

To celebrate the June 6 release his album Birth, James Jackson Jr. will perform in concert at Pangea in June. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Bucks County Playhouse to Launch Summer Theater Training for Teens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse is launching a new summer training initiative: the Playhouse Institute Summer Conservatory, a four-week intensive theater program designed to empower and inspire the next generation of theater artists.

The 92nd Street Y Unveils Full Lineup for Summer Cabaret Conference
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025

After a thrilling inaugural year in 2024, The 92nd Street Y, New York’s School of Music has announced the full lineup for the 2025 92NY Summer Cabaret Conference running July 14-18, 2025.

Telly Leung Joins BACK TO THE BEECH Fundraiser at Laurie Beechman
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Performers will come together for BACK TO THE BEECH - an evening to benefit the survival and revitalization of the beloved Laurie Beechman Theatre located in the West Bank Cafe. Telly Leung has joined the cast. Learn more about the event here!

Cast Set For SALEM Halloween Concert at the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024

 This Halloween, audiences are invited to experience the first public New York City presentation of SALEM at a special concert performance at The Green Room 42 on October 31st.

Review: Roberto Araujo's Heartfelt I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW at The Green Room 42
by Maya Gengozian - Sep 24, 2024

Roberto Araujo made a triumphant return to the Green Room 42 on September 20th with an encore of his Bistro Award-winning autobiographical cabaret, I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW. From the second he stood center stage, his energy filled the room. He has the stage presence and voice of a truly seasoned performer.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" May 28 to June 2, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 28, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including pride kickoff events, and Sheldon Harnick at Lyrics & Lyricists.

Interview: A STRANGE LOOP's James Jackson Jr Makes His Cabaret 'Debut' at Pangea
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 23, 2024

Obie Award-winner James Jackson, Jr., most recently seen in Michael R. Jackson’s A Strange Loop and White Girl in Danger, is no newcomer to cabaret. However, on Saturday June 1st, 9:30 pm and Sunday June 2nd at 7 pm, the singer will be making his “debut” all over again in the satirical CABARET...DEBUT, a Pride month kickoff show at Pangea.

James Jackson, Jr. to Kick Off Pride Month With CABARET...DEBUT at Pangea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2024

Join OBIE Award-winner James Jackson, Jr. as he kicks off NYC Pride Month with his new solo show, CABARET...DEBUT, at Pangea. Experience a spoof of his 15-year career in the New York Cabaret scene. Lear how to purchase tickets.

Betty Buckley, Darren Criss and More To Headline Provincetown BROADWAY SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024

Betty Buckley and Darren Criss will headline Town Hall performances as part of a revived and expanded Broadway music series produced by the Grammy and Emmy Award-winning artist John McDaniel. Find out the full schedule of Broadway stars

Listen: WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2024

YELLOW SOUND LABEL has released White Girl in Danger: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording – the new musical from Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson. Listen here!