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Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at CAP Syosset
by Sam Desmond - Oct 20, 2025

As in-depth, thrilling, and heart-breaking as Carole King’s legendary album, Tapestry, Cultural Performing Arts Center Syosset’s production of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” was a full ride of the human emotions that was embodied in the songs that defined American music for a generation.

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Will Open at the Cultural Arts Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2025

The Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset will present the Nassau County premiere of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical from September 20 through October 19, 2025. Performances will take place at the theatre’s home at 170 Michael Drive, Syosset, NY.

Review: GUNS! THE MUSICAL at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - Aug 5, 2025

What did our critic think of GUNS! THE MUSICAL at Theatre In The Round?

RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Star Alyssa Edwards is Coming to BergenPAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025

iHeart radio's WKTU will broadcast live from Bergen Performing Arts Center as Alyssa Edwards – RuPaul's Drag Race Global All Stars champion – takes the stage for Pride Month's spectacular finale! Learn how to attend.

Drag Star Alyssa Edwards Brings New Show To BergenPAC In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

bergenPAC will present drag star Alyssa Edwards on Monday, June 30, 2025 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11 a.m. Packed with Alyssa's signature humor and wit, she'll share the outrageous, side-splitting tales of her rise to fame – broken heels, chipped nails, and all – delivered as only she can.

Ally Venable, Hippies & Cowboys, & More Join Bournefest 2025 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2025

Rockin’ Roots Events Presents Bournefest 2025 will be on Saturday 18th October 2025 at The Appleyard (The Bourne Music Club), Avenue Of Remembrance, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4DE

Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, & More Receive MTV VMA Nominations: See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2024

Taylor Swift has once again dominated the nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards. Other nominees include Post Malone, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter. Take a look at the full nominations here.

Alyssa Edwards to Embark on 'Glitz and Giggles' Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2024

'Glitz and Giggles' combines the best of drag artistry and stand-up comedy, showcasing Alyssa Edwards' incredible talent and charisma (and nerve and uniqueness). Fans can expect a night of jaw-dropping performances, glittering costumes, and side-splitting stories that only Alyssa can deliver. This tour is a celebration of self-expression, individuality, and the joy of drag.

Previews: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Cultural Arts Playhouse Opens TONIGHT!
by Andrew J. Koehler - Mar 16, 2024

The highly-anticipated opening of Cultural Arts Playhouse’s SOMETHING ROTTEN is finally here! The latest in the playhouse’s theatrical ventures, this production is truly something special. Read more about the cast and company here!

Universal Preservation Hall Announces Upcoming 2023 Shows
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2022

Universal Preservation Hall is announcing the first batch of shows coming in 2023. Tickets are available through the Box Office at Proctors, in person or via phone at 518-346-6204 Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. or online at UniversalPreservationHall.org starting Tuesday, September 6. Starting October 1, the Box Office at Proctors will extend their hours to include Saturdays. Groups of 10 or more can get their tickets by calling 518-382-3884, ext. 139.

See SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, Chita Rivera, Charl Brown & More at Berkshire Theatre Group This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2022

This July, Berkshire Theatre Group will present Songs For a New World, the first musical by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown at The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge, MA, and also the 2022 Colonial Concert Series: Featuring Broadway Luminaries Chita Rivera and Charl Brown at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, MA.

​​​​​​Berkshire Theatre Group Announces Casting For Late Summer 2022 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2022

​​​​​​Berkshire Theatre Group has announced casting for shows in BTG’s Late Summer 2022 Season. The full season will feature B.R.O.K.E.N code B.I.R.D switching, a world premiere play and an award recipient of the GRANTS FOR ARTS PROJECTS from the National Endowment for the Arts; Once, a Tony Award-winning musical; Songs For a New World, the first musical by a Tony Award winner; Dracula, a classic gothic tale of horrors; and Edward Albee's Seascape, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play. 

VIDEO: Theo Kandel Releases Pop-Punk 'STARSIGN' Music Video
by Michael Major - May 10, 2022

Now, he’s leaned into those “Scorpio skies” Phoebe Bridgers was talking about, bringing “STARSIGN” to life in this circa 2000s pop-punk music video, out today. The original “STARSIGN” demo went viral on TikTok attracting over 230k+ views, with the final track being produced by Ben “Beep” Pleasant, Theo Kandel, and Justin Johnson (Priscilla Block).

Misty Blues and the Guthrie Brothers Come to the Scarborough Fair
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2022

This Valentine's Day weekend, discover some new favorite songs and fall in love again with old classics when Berkshire Theatre Group presents two exciting Concerts at the Colonial. On Friday, February 11, Berkshire favorite Misty Blues takes the stage to  celebrate the release of their new album, One Louder, with special guest: The Diego Mongue Band.

Theo Kandel Releases New Single & Video 'i don't wanna think about that'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 7, 2021

Spin Cycle is musically complex, layered, and blends a variety of instrumentation that creates a special alchemy; a sonic fingerprint that directly identifies Kandel. Accompanying each song from the EP will be a music video to further elevate the senses. 

Theo Kandel Announces 'Spin Cycle' Concept EP
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Apr 19, 2021

Through the seamlessly flowing concept EP, Kandel captures what he surveys as “the idea of circular thinking that you can have when you experience heartbreak – or any kind of sadness like that – where you keep finding yourself back in the same place.”

Infinithéâtre Announces Valentine's Day Event FOURPLAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2021

Whether you see yourself and your significant other as Romeo & Juliet, Porgy & Bess, Tony & Maria, Will & Jack, Lois Lane & Superman, Lucy & Ricky, Han Solo & Princess Leia, Tara & Willow, Ross & Rachel, or enjoy watching them while flying solo, infinithéâtre’s got a sweetheart of an evening lined up for you on Sunday, Feb. 14.

METAs Recipients Announced for the 2019-20 season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2020

The Montreal English Theatre Awards Committee is proud to announce the recipients of the 2019-20 METAs, Montreal English theatre's largest and most important peer-juried awards. The 8th Annual METAs Ceremony was held this Sunday evening, November 29th and was streamed virtually to both the METAs' YouTube page and Facebook page.

Strand Theater Presents MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2020

The Strand Theater Company proudly continues its 13th consecutive season as the only brick-and-mortar company in Baltimore dedicated exclusively to celebrating womxn's diverse voices and perspectives, with a virtual holiday production of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon. Directed by the Strand Associate Artistic Director, Erin Riley.

Free VR Festival Comes to Merton, London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2020

Showcasing the latest immersive technologies, Mitcham VR Festival will be the culmination of FilmMerton, the year-long project aiming to encourage participation with film throughout the London Borough of Merton. Curated by VR industry expert Mária Rakušanová (Curator and Executive Producer, Raindance Film Festival; member of BAFTA's Immersive Entertainment Advisory Group), this special one-off community event will bring cutting-edge VR entertainment to the heart of Merton.