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THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER Tour Kicks Off Nov. 14 with Kurtis Blow, Da Brat
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026

Maximum Entertainment Productions announced a 20-city national tour of THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER starting November 14 in Purchase, New York. Hip hop pioneer Kurtis Blow returns as special guest MC, while Da Brat joins the production for Washington, D.C. and Chicago performances.

Review: A CHORUS LINE at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Jun 14, 2026

There is no denying the extreme talent of the A CHORUS LINE cast. Director Brad Blake, choreographer Diana Deaver, music director Mark Ceppetelli, and assistant director Steve Belli combine their talents to help bring out the best in this first-rate ensemble cast! The hard work and dedication of all people involved is evident, with the entire cast bringing their A game to this show! They all have excellent stage chemistry with each other, a strong stage presence, and clearly enjoy performing. The synchronicity in dancing is breathtaking, enhanced by the impact of real mirrors as the back stage wall, creating the illusion of twice the dancers being on stage.

THE GIRL WHO TURNED INTO A FEATHER Industry Reading Takes Place This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025

On May 1, 2025, Emerald Phoenix LLC will present an invitation-only industry reading of Kleban Award-winner Christian Duhamel's new play, THE GIRL WHO TURNED INTO A FEATHER.

OH, MARY, WICKED Movie & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2025

GLAAD has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Mean Girls, Wicked, Agatha All Along, the 77th Tony Awards. Check out the full list of nominees here!

TITANIQUE Returns To The Segal Centre This February
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024

The Segal Centre is remounting their hit show Titanique, originally co-produced with David and Hannah Mirvish, at the Sylvan Adams Theatre from February 2 to 16, 2025 with added Saturday matinée performances.

TITANIQUE Extends at Toronto's CAA Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2024

The all-Canadian production of Titanîque began performances at Toronto’s CAA theatre on December 5, and has now been extended. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

TITANIQUE Comes to Montreal Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024

NYC’s must-sea musical comedy is set to slay Canada, the mother country of the O.G. Québecois international sensation, Céline Dion.

The Prince Fellowship Announces 2024-2025 Fellows
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2024

The Prince Fellowship has announced its 2024-2025 fellows, recognizing emerging talent in theater production. The fellowship supports the development of new voices in the industry through mentorship and resources.

FROM HERE to Launch Rush Ticket Policy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2024

Renaissance Theatre Company’s production of From Here, which is currently running through August 11 at The Pershing Square Signature Center, is offering rush tickets. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Michelle Coben, Justin Jimenez & More Join FROM HERE Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024

Renaissance Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the New York run of From Here. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Flat Rock Playhouse Reveals 2024 Season, Including JERSEY BOYS, CABARET, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2023

The Magic of Live Theatre is alive and well at Flat Rock Playhouse! Coming off a wildly successful 2023 season, Flat Rock Playhouse, The State Theatre of North Carolina, has unveiled its highly anticipated lineup for the 2024 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Review: Jem Rolls' MAXIMUM CRUSOE at the 7th Annual TAMPA FRINGE FESTIVAL
by Peter Nason - May 13, 2023

Maximum entertainment in the hands of a master storyteller.

Review: Overwhelming Splendor Arrives with MOULIN ROUGE! at OC's Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Nov 17, 2022

Loosely adapted from Baz Luhrmann's 1999 hit movie, the campy, sensory overload that is the Tony Award-winning stage adaptation of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL---now playing at OC's Segerstrom Center for the Arts through November 27, 2022---is an entertaining pop-music-tinged feast for the senses.

Tickets To Go On Sale Friday for THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER at the Providence Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2022

The Hip Hop Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky’s 130-year-old ballet reimagined as a holiday dance spectacle, will travel to the Providence Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, December 7 at 7:30P this holiday season while celebrating the show’s 10th season.

THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER to Celebrate Its 10th Season With 30 City National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2022

The Hip Hop Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky's 130-year-old ballet reimagined as a holiday dance spectacle, will travel to 30 cities this fall while celebrating the show's 10th season. Inspired by the live stage show, the Original Special 'The Hip Hop Nutcracker' from Disney Branded Television will stream this holiday season, only on Disney+.

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO KARL JANKO? Will Be Performed by Northern Sky Theater in August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2021

Whatever Happened to Karl Janko? tells the story of Karl Janko, who (last seen in his metallic green 1976 Cutlass Supreme) disappeared from his tiny Wisconsin hometown without a trace. Thirty-five years later, everyone in town thinks they know what happened to him—and they’re all wrong. Actors play multiple roles in this hilarious musical mystery, inspired by real-life events.

BWW Interview: Marla Mindelle Talks Getting Into Character to Play Celine Dion & Shares Details About TITANIQUE!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2021

From Tony Award-winning producer Eva Price and streaming platform Stellar comes the upcoming event TITANIQUE: THE MAIDEN VOYAGE CONCERT, a musical parody of the larger-than-life film, featuring the iconic song catalog of everyone's favorite French-Canadian diva. 

MADE IN NY to Host 'Business of Theater' Talk in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2020

The Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) today announced a line-up of five new 'Made in NY' Talks, which will begin Tuesday, March 10th. The Spring 2020 series brings together an eclectic group of industry leaders ready to share information with New Yorkers looking to work in journalism, theater, television, music and more. The series is presented in partnership with the Center for Communication.

Barry Edelstein to Chat with JITNEY Director Ruben Santiago-Hudson
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2020

Performances begin this Saturday, January 18, as The Old Globe presents August Wilson's Jitney, 2017 Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Play, directed by one of Wilson's foremost interpreters, Ruben Santiago-Hudson (directed Jitney on Broadway, performed in Gem of the Ocean and Seven Guitars).

The Old Globe Announces Cast And Creatives Of August Wilson's JITNEY
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2019

The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for August Wilson's Jitney, directed by one of Wilson's foremost interpreters, Ruben Santiago-Hudson.