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Review: BRANDON MAGGART AND THE GARDENIA at The Gardenia
by Andrew Poretz - Jan 30, 2026

Brandon Maggart helped close out The Gardenia's 45 years in West Hollywood with stories, songs, and tales of a life well lived. Daughter Maude Maggart joined for a poignant duet finale.

Review: Maude Maggart Thrilled with A TINY MATCH at Birdland Jazz
by Andrew Poretz - Jan 7, 2026

Cabaret star Maude Maggart thrilled with a beautiful, if short, annual New York appearance at a sold-out Birdland Jazz on December 29 with her newest show.

MAN OF LA MANCHA and More Set for Birmingham Village Players 103rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025

Birmingham Village Players will open its 103rd season this fall with five productions including Man of La Mancha and more. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.

Sharon Playhouse Reveals Casting For 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025

The Sharon Playhouse will continue its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television and film with talented local theater artists from the region and beyond, proudly announces casting for the 2025 season.

Liza Minnelli and Michael Feinstein Speak Out Against Recent Attacks on LGBTQ+ Artistry
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2025

Broadway legend and longtime ally of the LGBTQ+ community, Liza Minnelli, has issued a powerful statement of solidarity following what she calls “a bigoted attack on the arts.”

2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Cast to Perform, Sign Albums at The Museum of Broadway
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025

Sutton Foster, Michael Urie, Daniel Breaker, Will Chase, Ana Gasteyer, and Nikki Renée Daniels will appear at The Museum of Broadway on April 22nd to perform a few selections from the Once Upon a Mattress cast recording and to sign CDs.

Listen: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Revival Cast Recording Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025

The Broadway Cast Recording for the New York City Center Encores! revival of Once Upon a Mattress is available now! The album has been released physically and digitally, and can be purchased and streamed now!

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS to be Presented at Wagner College Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025

Once Upon a Mattress will be presented at Wagner College Theatre in March. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets to the production here!

ANNIE & More Set for The Sharon Playhouse 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025

The 2025 Sharon Playhouse MainStage lineup has been revealed, featuring classics like Annie and many more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Exclusive: Listen to 'Migratory V' From Ari Axelrod's Upcoming Album 'A Place for Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway'
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

Ari Axelrod will release his new album A Place for Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway on Friday, January 17. We have your exclusive first listen to the track 'Migratory V', written by Adam Guettel for Myths & Hymns.

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Revival Will Release Cast Recording in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

The Broadway cast of New York City Center Encores! revival of Once Upon a Mattress, directed by Lear deBessonet, will go into the studio to record the Cast Album of their production at the end of January.

Photos: Carol Burnett Visits Sutton Foster & ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Cast in LA
by Michael Major - Jan 6, 2025

Original Once Upon a Mattress star Carol Burnett went to see the Broadway revival starring Sutton Foster for its final performance in Los Angeles. See photos with Ana Gasteyer, Michael Urie, Kevin Del Aguila, and more.

Review: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS at Ahmanson Theatre
by Jonas Schwartz-Owen - Dec 18, 2024

Lear deBessonet’s rollicking production of Once Upon A Mattress brings festive glee to the Southland.

Ari Axelrod to Release A PLACE FOR US: A CELEBRATION OF JEWISH BROADWAY Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2024

PS CLASSICS will release a new album from award-winning musical storyteller Ari Axelrod. A Place for Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway will be available on CD and digital formats. Learn more!

Video: Michael Urie Talks ONCE UPON A MATTRESS and Season 2 of SHRINKING
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2024

Broadway star Michael Urie stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the new season of Apple TV's Shrinking, as well as the current Broadway production of Once Upon a Mattress, where he performs opposite Sutton Foster.

Photos: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Cast Toasts to Lear deBessonet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2024

Last night at the Hudson Theatre, the cast and team of Once Upon A Mattress shared a toast to celebrate Lear deBessonet's new role at Lincoln Center Theater as the Artistic Director. See photos!

Video: Ana Gasteyer Reveals Pre-Show Ritual for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 6, 2024

Broadway star and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers on Thursday to discuss her role as Queen Aggravain in the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, which is currently running on Broadway. Watch the interview now!

Video: Ana Gasteyer Discusses the Delights of 'Playing Mean' Opposite Sutton Foster
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 20, 2024

Broadway star and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer recently stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, which is currently running on Broadway. The actress recalled joining the production because she knew it would be a 'guaranteed joyride.' Watch the interview!

Video: Sutton Foster Says Princess Winnifred is One of the Most Physical Roles She Has Played
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024

Broadway star Sutton Foster stopped by Live With Kelly and Mark to discuss the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, where she performs opposite Michael Urie. 'It's very very physical. Probably one of the most physical roles I've ever [played],' Foster said of the role of Princess Winnifred. Watch the interview now!