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Review: HAMILTON at Robinson Center in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Aug 29, 2026

What did our critic think of HAMILTON at Robinson Center?

HAMILTON to Open Broadway in Birmingham Series at BJCC Concert Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2026

The Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton will open the Broadway in Birmingham series at the BJCC Concert Hall, telling the story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton's rise to power.

A Broadway Show With Every American President
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 23, 2026

Theatre has always intersected with politics, and the presence of American presidents in Broadway, off-Broadway, and regional theatre plays and musicals is a major part of this. Did you know that all of our heads of state have been featured in shows, whether as characters or as plot points that are part of the action? Dramatizing current and former leaders of our nation is a way to examine their affect on society at the time and how political events, even those of many years ago, still impact us all. 

Leslie Odom Jr. Returns to HAMILTON West End Tonight, Following Thursday Mid-Show Exit
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2026

Leslie Odom Jr. exited Thursday's Hamilton matinee in London's West End after the first act. The Tony Award winner is expected to return for Friday evening's performance.

Photos: HAMILTON West End Welcomes Original Star, Leslie Odom, Jr.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026

New production photos are now available of Tony and Grammy Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr. making his West End debut in Hamilton at London's Victoria Palace Theatre. Odom reprises his Tony-winning performance as Aaron Burr through September 5.

Interview: In Conversation with 'AUANA'S Evan Duffy
by F.H. Kekoa - Jul 6, 2026

Ahead of 'AUANA's upcoming soundtrack release, we talk with composer Evan Duffy about his process and a behind-the-scenes look at how he created the musical landscape for this unique show.

Photos: Leslie Odom, Jr. in Rehearsal Ahead of West End Debut in HAMILTON
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released ahead of Leslie Odom, Jr.’s West End debut in HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre. Check out the photos here!

Final Tickets Will Be Available This Week for Leslie Odom, Jr.'s Run in HAMILTON in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026

Final tickets will be released to purchase this week for Leslie Odom, Jr.’s sold-out run in the London production of HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace. Learn more here!

Columbus Symphony Reveals Senior Leadership Additions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026

As the Columbus Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 75th Anniversary season, it welcomes two new members to its senior leadership team: Jonathan Parish and Jacob Pope-McEntire.

Review: THE REVIEW, THEN EVE AND MORE at The Orlando Fringe Festival
by Benoit Teves - May 22, 2026

Week two of the festival carries on with lawyers, Biblical transformation, bare honesty, and a firecracker First Lady.

Lauren Mariasoosay, Marcus John, and More Join HAMILTON Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026

Hamilton will welcome five new cast members to its Broadway company.  Lauren Mariasoosay will take over the role of Eliza Hamilton, alongside Marcus John as Alexander Hamilton.

WOMEN IN THE SEQUEL To Be Presented At The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

WOMEN IN THE SEQUEL, a gender-bent cabaret featuring music from the Tony Award-winning HAMILTON, will present a one-night-only performance at The Green Room 42 in New York City.

Stephenson Ardern-Sodje and More Join the Cast of HAMILTON at The Victoria Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

New casting has been announced for HAMILTON in London's West End. Stephenson Ardern-Sodje will join the company as Alexander Hamilton. Learn more here!

SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season, Olivia Katz, and many more!

Video: HAMILTON Cast Performs Mash-Up With RAYE's 'Where Is My Husband'
by Michael Major - Apr 16, 2026

The cast of London's Hamilton has released a new music video, mashing up 'The Schuyler Sisters' with RAYE's 'WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!' The new video features Hamilton characters like Eliza Schuyler, Aaron Burr, and more reenacting the song.

Interview: For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST'S Fergie L. Philippe, It's a Disney World
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 14, 2026

Growing up in Miami, actor and puppeteer Fergie L. Philippe took regular family trips to Disney World, where he developed his love for all things Disney.

Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and More to Perform at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more. 

Meet the Cast of BEACHES, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Performances are now underway for Beaches, A New Musical, the new musical about the friends who carry us through life. Learn more and meet the cast of Beaches here!

Aaron Large-Caplan's GUITAR AMERICA 250: REVOLUTIONARIES AND ROCKSTARS Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2026

Aaron Larget-Caplan – the international guitar virtuoso and composer – is making his Navona Records debut with a full-length ground-breaking album, Guitar America 250: Revolutionaries and Rockstars, which is currently available

Francis Jue, LaChanze, and More Join ROMEO & JULIET at Shakespeare in the Park
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026

The Public Theater has announced initial casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of ROMEO & JULIET at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.