Joan Jett

Previews: LADIES OF THE ’80S at Mimi Ohio Theatre
by Steve Sucato - Jun 5, 2026

Cleveland’s Dancing Wheels Company goes back to the future for its upcoming 45th Anniversary Gala Benefit Production, Ladies of the ’80s. 

Music Executive Dennis Arfa to Be Inducted into Long Island Music Hall of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026

Music executive Dennis Arfa will be inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Stony Brook, NY, as part of the two-day Billy Joel Symposium.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, Laura Benanti and More Set for Signature Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026

Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-2027 Season. The 37th season features six musicals and two plays, including a world premiere musical, a regional premiere musical, and a DC premiere play.

Wayne Brady to Star in MS. BLAKK FOR PRESIDENT Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026

The first show of Vineyard Theatre’s 2026-2027 season will be Ms. Blakk for President, starring Emmy Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady as Terence Alan Smith/Joan Jett Blakk.

HAPPY ACCIDENTS, Rob Roth's Solo Polaroid Exhibition, to be Presented at Wild Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2026

wild project will present Happy Accidents, a solo exhibition of 45 polaroid works by artist and director Rob Roth, featuring subjects including Parker Posey, Ruth Negga, and Debbie Harry, at its East Village venue.

THE JACKSONVILLE ROCK ORCHESTRA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Returns To The Florida Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2026

The Jacksonville Rock Orchestra will return to the Florida Theatre for a three-concert summer series. The lineup includes A Night of Symphonic Rock, The Music of Green Day, and The Music of David Bowie.

Billy Idol Returning to Las Vegas for Five-Night Residency This Summer
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 17, 2026

Rock legend Billy Idol is returning to Las Vegas this summer for an exclusive five-night engagement, “Billy Idol: Hot In The City,” at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas. 

Video: BILLY IDOL SHOULD BE DEAD Debuts on Hulu This Month; Watch a Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2026

A new clip has been released from the feature-length documentary film Billy Idol Should Be Dead, discussing the genesis of Idol's signature sound. Watch the clip ahead of its upcoming Hulu debut coming later this month.

Broadway Performer Sondra Lee Passes Away at Age 97
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026

Broadway performer Sondra Lee died of natural causes in her New York City apartment at age 97. Throughout her nine-decade career, Lee won awards as a dancer, actor, teacher, author, stage director, playwright, theatre and film consultant and painter.

Review: Toby’s Throws Down A Throwback with Hit-Filled ROCK OF AGES
by Cybele Pomeroy - Feb 9, 2026

ROCK OF AGES is mostly cheese. It’s a jukebox musical packed with big-hair 80s hits that refuses to take itself seriously. Rachel Cahoon portrays “Sister” Sherrie Christian, a small-town kid with Hollywood dreams, with expressiveness and powerhouse vocals. Noah Mutterperl as Drew Boley, a city kid with guitar dreams, is a strong singer with heart and charisma. Ross Scott Rawlings, Conductor and Keyboardist as well as Musical Director, delivers authentic ‘80s sound from the band and the cast.

Listen: Joe McGinty & The Loser’s Lounge Release Christmas Single Feat. Michael Cerveris
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025

Joe McGinty & The Loser's Lounge have released a new single from their upcoming holiday album, coming in 2026. Listen to 'Winter World Of Love,' now, which features lead vocals by Tony Award-winning actor and musician Michael Cerveris.

The Fools Will Play at Samuel Slater's Restaurant This January
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025

Massachusetts based rock band The Fools are coming to Samuel Slater's Restaurant in Webster, MA on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now.

Jay & The Americans And Béla Fleck Trio To Perform At The Newton Theatre In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025

The Newton Theatre will welcome two acclaimed acts in early 2026: Jay & The Americans on Saturday, January 24, 2026, and Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda, and Antonio Sánchez on Friday, April 17, 2026.

Joan Jett & The Blackhearts Returning to Las Vegas in February 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 13, 2025

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame icon Joan Jett & the Blackhearts are headed back to House of Blues Las Vegas inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino for another exclusive Las Vegas engagement in February 2026. 

Broadway's ROCK OF AGES Band to Perform at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2025

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Broadway's Rock Of Ages Band at Patchogue Theatre. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets here!

Mick Rock’s Unseen ROCKY HORROR Photos Revealed in New 50th Anniversary Book
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025

As The Rocky Horror Picture Show prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary this fall, photographer Mick Rock‘s long-lost archives are being unveiled in the new coffee table book Rocky Horror: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Cult Classic.

Little Theatre Of Manchester To Present Ten Concerts This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

Little Theatre of Manchester has revealed a lineup of ten concerts to get audiences on their feet this fall! See the full lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets!

SIMPLY THE BEST: A TRIBUTE TO 80S FEMALE ROCK is Coming to Little Theatre of Manchester
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2025

SIMPLY THE BEST: A TRIBUTE TO 80S FEMALE ROCK FEATURING DANA DADDIO will be presented at Little Theatre of Manchester. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Three Billy Idol Albums Set for Limited Edition Vinyl Reissues
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2025

Rock legend Billy Idol is set for the release of new vinyl re-pressings of three classic albums: Charmed Life, Whiplash Smile, and his first-ever solo release, the Don’t Stop EP, are all due August 15.

Review: DECADES IN CONCERT: 80S at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Jun 7, 2025

On Friday, June 6th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal installment of the Downtown Cabaret Theatre's Decades in Concert series, Decades in Concert: 80S (2025). Of the three so far, this one has been my favorite!