Jay Allen

Review: KINKY BOOTS Struts its Stuff at Eight O'Clock Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - May 4, 2025

Based on the 2005 British film of the same name, the musical features music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, and a book by Harvey Fierstein. Mostly inspired by true events, the musical tells the story of Charlie Price, a man who is down on his luck and has just inherited a failing shoe factory from his father. To help save the business, Charlie meets and eventually befriends Lola, a local Cabaret performer and Drag Queen. The two form an unlikely bond and produce a line of high-heeled boots for a certain “niche market.” Through the business venture and unlikely partnership, the two discover they are not so different after all.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE at Great Plains Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Great Plains Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE at Great Plains Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Kansas City Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Carbonell Awards Reveal Four New Judges For 2024-2025 Theatre Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

The Carbonell Awards have announced four new judges. They will bring the total number of Carbonell judges to 46, including 18 in Broward County, 11 in Miami-Dade, and 17 in Palm Beach County.

Jay Allen Releases Eagerly Awaited New Album 'Des Moines'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2024

Rising country artist Jay Allen released his highly anticipated new album, Des Moines. Jay Allen tips his hat to his home state and continues to honor his mother and the fight against Alzheimer’s with his new record, which is now available across all streaming platforms. Listen to it now!

Jay Allen to Release Highly Anticipated New Album 'Des Moines' This Friday
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2024

Rising country artist Jay Allen is set to release his highly anticipated new album, Des Moines. The album will be available across all streaming platforms on June 28, 2024. Jay Allen tips his hat to his home state and continues to honor his mother and the fight against Alzheimer’s with his debut record.

Jay Allen Releases New Anthem 'Better Now' in Time for Mental Health Awareness Month
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024

Rising country artist Jay Allen releases his highly anticipated new single, 'Better Now.” Following the success of his previous singles, “New Girl” and 'No Present Like The Time,' the release of “Better Now” drops just in time for Mental Health Awareness Month throughout May. Listen to the new song! 

The Flint Institute of Music Presents Stellar Line-up For February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2024

The Flint Institute of Music has announced a stellar line-up of shows for February.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Kansas City Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Kansas City Awards; DREAMGIRLS, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; DREAMGIRLS, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: HALF BAKED at Hanover Little Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Nov 11, 2023

The stellar cast and crew at Hanover Little Theatre bring the characters to life and keep the audience laughing. Barninger and his cast and crew give a great performance of Half Baked, highlighting the comedy, and teasing out the subtleties in the relationships between the characters.

Jay Allen Shares Heartfelt Holiday Edition of 'No Present Like The Time'
by Michael Major - Oct 30, 2023

Penned during a period of personal loss when Jay mourned the passing of his mother, this moving song serves as a beacon of hope for those facing their own struggles. The track narrates Jay's journey, encouraging others to embrace every moment and find healing, even when the path seems arduous.

Previews: BARNUM at Eight O'Clock Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Jul 13, 2023

The musical features Domenic Biseti as P.T. Barnum, Lisa Prieto as Charity Barnum, Gloria Rice as Jenny Lind, James Grenelle as Ringmaster/James Bailey, and ensemble cast Katrina Young as Joice Heth/Blues Singer, Sarah Dunn as Tom Thumb, Tony Schmitt as Amos Scudder, Victoria Baumann as Julius Goldschmidt, Jay Allen as Chester Lyman, Sam Kantrowitz as Sherwood Stratton, Greg Bowen as Wilton, Fox Gomer as Edgar Templeton, Leila Wilson as Humbert Morrissey, Katelyn DeVries as First Woman, Anabela Johnson as Second Woman, Aidan Anderson as Ensemble, and Lizzie Pereda Camp as Mrs. Stratton.

CTC Dance Company to Present WONDERLAND IN ALICE Workshop in December
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 6, 2022

CTC Dance Company will be doing a research and development week from the 5th December - 10th December with an invited viewing on Saturday 10th.

TV One's UNCENSORED Returns with a Star-Studded Line Up
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 26, 2020

TV One's original auto-biographical series UNCENSORED resumes for its third season with premiere episodes debuting on Sunday, September 6 at 10 P.M. ET/9C.