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Video: HERE LIES LOVE At Center Theater Group
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026

Center Theatre Group has released video highlights of its new production of the hit musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum has been extended for two additional weeks and must close on April 5, 2026.

Photos: HERE LIES LOVE at CTGLA's Mark Taper Forum
by Joshua Wright - Feb 17, 2026

Get a first look at Center Theatre Group's new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum. The press opening is set for tomorrow, February 18th, 2026.

HERE LIES LOVE Extends Run at Center Theatre Group
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Center Theatre Group has announced that its new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum has been extended for two additional weeks and must close on April 5, 2026.

Reanne Acasio, Joshua Dela Cruz and More to Star in HERE LIES LOVE at the Mark Taper Forum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025

Center Theatre Group has revealed the cast for a new production of the musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum featuring music by Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim.

MOMOLOGUES THE MUSICAL to Return to Los Angeles in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Motherhood is funny. Now there's a musical to prove it. Culled from the best material in three hit comedies, MOMologues the Musical will return to Los Angeles on March 28 and 29 for two concert performances. Learn more!

MOMOLOGUES THE MUSICAL to be Presented at The Pico
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2024

MOMologues The Musical will arrive in Los Angeles for concert performances at The Pico, benefiting Elizabeth House. Experience the humor of motherhood in this musical adaptation. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look At PAAL's CAREGIVER CABARET
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 27, 2022

Parent Artist Advocacy League (PAAL) produced their first gala at A.R.T./New York's Mezzanine Theater on December 3rd, 2022. PAAL's mission is to help raise awareness and elevate the national standard of care for caregivers in the performing arts and media industry. Check out photos here!

Video: Watch Highlights From PAAL Gala Honoring Shanta Thake
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2022

Watch highlights from Parent Artist Advocacy League's first gala at A.R.T./New York's Mezzanine Theater on December 3rd, 2022. Shanta Thake, Ehrenkranz Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, received PAAL's first Leader in Care award presented by Krissy Shields and Emmy and Tony-nominee Arian Moayed.

Alec The Third To Host PAAL Gala Honoring Shanta Thake Of Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2022

Alec The Third (Bushwick Variety Show) will perform and host Parent Artist Advocacy League's first gala at A.R.T./New York's Mezzanine Theater. Shanta Thake, Ehrenkranz Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, will receive PAAL's first Leader in Care award.

Shanta Thake of Lincoln Center to Receive Leader In Care Award at PAAL GALA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 23, 2022

PAAL will produce their first gala at A.R.T./New York's Mezzanine Theater. Shanta Thake, Ehrenkranz Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, will receive PAAL's first Leader in Care award. Thake's essential role in facilitating the partnerships made PAAL's annual international summit for leadership training possible.

Shanta Thake of Lincoln Center Will Receive First Leader in Care Award at PAAL Gala
by Stephi Wild - Nov 23, 2022

Parent Artist Advocacy League (PAAL) will produce their first gala at A.R.T./New York's Mezzanine Theater. Shanta Thake, Ehrenkranz Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, will receive PAAL's first Leader in Care award. Thake's essential role in facilitating the partnerships made PAAL's annual international summit for leadership training possible. 

BROADWAY AT THE BOURBON ROOM Popular Monthly Musical Cabaret Series Returns July 25
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2022

'Broadway at The Bourbon Room' is a monthly musical cabaret in Hollywood showcasing Broadway's best talent and celebrating the songs, stories, and stars of Broadway. Each month features a different musical theme for Broadway at the Bourbon Room.

VIDEO: KINKY BOOTS at the Hollywood Bowl Begins Performances Tonight
by Alan Henry - Jul 8, 2022

Tthe Hollywood Bowl's production of Kinky Boots beings performances tonight and runs through July 10th, 2022, featuring Wayne Brady in the role of Lola, Jake Shears as Charlie, and Kelly Marie Tran as Lauren. Go inside rehearsals and get a first look at the cast in action.

Mark Ballas, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Drew Seeley & More Join KINKY BOOTS at the Hollywood Bowl
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2022

Additional casting has been announced for the Hollywood Bowl’s upcoming production of Kinky Boots July 8–10,2022. Find out how to get tickets and see who else is in the cast!

BWW Review: Audience Favorite THE SOUND OF MUSIC Sings Once More in La Mirada
by Michael Quintos - Apr 27, 2022

THE SOUND OF MUSIC's built-in charm and charisma is indeed very much present in McCoy Rigby Entertainment's latest stage iteration of this classic stage production, now playing at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through May 15, 2022. Filled with visually-captivating production values, a gorgeous-sounding orchestral sound, and an overall, infectiously winning spirit, this new production is a fun, pleasantly nostalgic throwback to the old-fashioned Broadway book musical.

Photos: Inside Look at THE SOUND OF MUSIC at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 23, 2022

Get a first look at photos from the new production of The Sound of Music.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Comes to La Mirada in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2022

La Mirada will present The Sound of Music beginning in April! The show stars Diane Phelan (Broadway: The King and I & South Pacific at Lincoln Center) as “Maria,” Christopher Carl (Broadway: South Pacific at Lincoln Center, Mamma Mia!) as “Captain von Trapp,” and Grammy nominee Suzanna Guzmán (The King and Iwith Yul Brynner, Bizet’s Carmen) as “Mother Abbess.'

Photos: (mostly)musicals In Rehearsal For HEADED FOR THE HOLIDAYS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2021

Whether you've been naughty or nice, you can unWRAP the holidays at (mostly)musicals' 38th edition tonight, Wednesday, 11.17.21 at Feinstein’s at Vitello’s!

Casting Announced For (mostly)musicals: HEADED FOR THE HOLIDAYS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2021

Whether you've been naughty or nice, you can unWRAP the holidays at (mostly)musicals' 38th edition on Wednesday, 11.17.21 at Feinstein's at Vitello's!

Adriane Lenox, Pearl Sun, Darlesia Cearcy and More to Take Part in THE MOTHERHOOD CONCERT: TRUTH SET TO MUSIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2021

It was announced today the Parent Artist Advocacy League for Performing Arts and Media will present a virtual concert showcasing the original work of mom-composers/lyricists, brought to life by mom-singers and musicians (and a couple of dads!) from Broadway stages and beyond, to stream on International Mother Artist Day, Monday, August 2 at 7 PM.