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THE SOUND OF AMERICA Rock Musical to Make World Premiere at FringeArts in Philadelphia
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

THE SOUND OF AMERICA, a rock musical reimagining Benjamin Franklin as America's first rock star, will have its world premiere at FringeArts in Philadelphia, with Roger Daltrey of The Who serving as Royal Governor.

Quintessence Theatre Extends Holiday Production Of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2025

Due to popular demand, Quintessence Theatre (Quintessence) (7137 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119) extended its holiday production of W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan's comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance.

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Comes to Quintessence Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025

 On November 19, Quintessence Theatre will continue its 16th season with The Pirates of Penzance, the beloved comic opera by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan.

THE CABARET SHOWDOWN Tis The Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2019

The Cabaret Showdown is a game show produced by Sound Street Productions in association with Frigid New York @ Horse Trade since 2011. This unique competition is a mixture of live karaoke and musical improvisation, with a game board. Contestants are asked to choose songs from various categories with no knowledge of what the song will be until 30 seconds before they sing. The winner from each month receives a free one-hour showcase performance at the Kraine Theater. Contestants can register in advance at the official website.

Deaf And Hearing Broadway Vets Reunite For Presentation Of New Musical STEPCHILD
by Julie Musbach - May 10, 2019

A recipient of DCA's inaugural CreateNYC Disability Forward Fund, IRT Theater will present six work in progress presentations of the new musical, Stepchild. This fully accessible piece is a radical retelling of Cinderella, seen through the eyes of a young Deaf woman coming of age in a kingdom violently intolerant of difference. All presentations will take place at IRT's Greenwich Village home from May 29- June 2, 2019.

The Cabaret Showdown Continues With 'School Days' Theme
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2018

The Cabaret Showdown is a monthly game show produced by Sound Street Productions in association with Frigid New York @ Horse Trade since 2011. This unique competition is a mixture of live karaoke and musical improvisation, with a game board. Contestants are asked to choose songs from various categories with no knowledge of what the song will be until 30 seconds before they sing. The winner from each month receives a free one-hour showcase performance at the Kraine Theater presented the following month. Contestants can register in advance at the official website.

The Cabaret Showdown Celebrates The Tony Awards
by Julie Musbach - Jun 7, 2018

The Cabaret Showdown is a monthly game show produced by Sound Street Productions in association with Frigid New York @ Horse Trade since 2011. This unique competition is a mixture of live karaoke and musical improvisation, with a game board. Contestants are asked to choose songs from various categories with no knowledge of what the song will be until 30 seconds before they sing. The winner from each month receives a free one-hour showcase performance at the Kraine Theater presented the following month. Contestants can register in advance at the official website.

BROADWAY UNLOCKED Announces Updated Performance Lineup For The #giveback Concert
by Julie Musbach - May 11, 2018

Broadway Unlocked founder Jessica Ryan announced today that the performance lineup for the sixth annual #giveback concert slated for Sunday, May 13 at 7.30pm at WNYC's The Greene Space (44 Charlton Street) has been updated.  Along with producers Kelly Weaver and Mike Borges, Broadway Unlocked is bringing Broadway favorites together to perform and raise funds for the Crime Victims Treatment Center, a not-for-profit organization committed to helping people heal from violent crime.  The live concert is directed by Nathan Tysen (Tuck Everlasting, Amelie). 

Taylor Pearlstein Releases Debut Album at The Green Room 42
by Julie Musbach - Mar 13, 2018

Song bird, Taylor Pearlstein is set to release her debut album, When the Birds Wake You Up. From Seattle to Tuscan, Taylor Pearlstein has been seen on stages all across the country. After moving to New York City just last year, she has quickly become a crowd favorite in the late night cabaret scene, having performed at Le Poison Rouge, The Duplex, and The West End Lounge with artists like Derek Gregor, Sam Carner, Morgan Reilly, and more.

Broadway Babies Bring New Life To A VERY MERRY UNAUTHORIZED CHILDREN'S SCIENTOLOGY PAGEANT at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Dec 26, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents, a darkly funny and entertaining evening featuring the songs of the Obie Award-winning? ?A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant! In an an unforgettable celebration of Kyle Jarrow and Alex Timbers' musical, experience Hey! It' A Happy Day, Science Of The Mind, and Rain like never before! Featuring an all-star cast of Broadway and New York's finest young talent.

A VERY MERRY UNAUTHORIZED CHILDREN'S SCIENTOLOGY PAGEANT to Play Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents a darkly funny and entertaining evening featuring the songs of the Obie Award-winning A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant!

The Holidays Await at 54 Below with Michael Feinstein, Caissie Levy, Lee Roy Reams, and More
by Julie Musbach - Dec 21, 2017

This week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

A VERY MERRY UNAUTHORIZED CHILDREN'S SCIENTOLOGY PAGEANT to Play Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents a darkly funny and entertaining evening featuring the songs of the Obie Award-winning A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant!

Michael Feinstein, Norm Lewis, Caissie Levy and More to Bring Holiday Cheer to Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2017

This December, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents a spectacular holiday lineup. Scroll down for details!

APARTMENT SESSIONS SEASON ONE: LIVE to Kick Off in Brooklyn This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2017

Apartment Sessions has announced their first live concert-Apartment Sessions Season One: Live - on Sunday, August 27th, live-streamed for free from an apartment in Brooklyn.

Photo Flash: First Look at DISCOUNT GHOST STORIES: WELL WORN WORDS at Ars Nova's ANT Fest 2017
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2017

Ars Nova presents Discount Ghost Stories: Well Worn Words as a part of ANT Fest 2017, conceived by Jessica Kahkoska and Alexander Sage Oyen, music & lyrics by Alexander Sage Oyen, adapted text and non-fiction by Jessica Kahkoska, and fiction by James Presson. The production is directed by Austin Regan. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

THE REAL ACTORS OF NYC to Throw Shade Through October Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2016

THE REAL ACTORS OF NYC, an original musical about an infuriated trio of musical theatre actors determined make it on Broadway by any means, with book, lyrics and music by Karlan Judd, has announced its final four performances and closing date in the Anne L. Bernstein Theater at The Theater Center (50th and Broadway).

Klea Blackhurst Leads New Musical REAL ACTORS OF NYC, Opening Tonight Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2016

THE REAL ACTORS OF NYC, an original musical with book, lyrics and music by Karlan Judd about an infuriated trio of musical theatre actors determined make it on Broadway by any means, is set for an open-ended run in the Anne L. Bernstein Theater at The Theater Center (50th and Broadway). The production, directed by Max Friedman began previews on Saturday, September 24th and will have its official opening tonight, October 13, 2016.