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THE WIZARD OF OZ to Open the Holiday Season at Centenary Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

This holiday season, Centenary Stage Company will present The Wizard of Oz. Performances will run in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center of the Centenary University campus.

Interview: Sharpe Dunaway & Daughter London On Bands, Broadcasting, and Building a Creative Life
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 13, 2025

Sharpe Dunaway is no stranger to being in the spotlight, whether it be behind a microphone, behind the drums, or behind the video camera. And though he’s enjoyed his success and attention, he beams with pride when he talks about his children, father to Quint, Grey, and London (the youngest one who is taking great strides in the same vein as her father). In a free-wheeling conversation with Broadway World, Sharpe and his daughter London—a budding music journalist, concert photographer, and frontwoman in the making—dig into craft, community, and the power of doing the work. 

Your THANKSGIVING FEAST by Top NYC Chefs
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 9, 2025

Thanksgiving is coming up in just a few weeks and it's time to make meal plans.  Whether you are gathering a group or just going solo for dinner, check out the many options around the boroughs that are available. 

Centenary Stage Company Will Present THE WIZARD OF OZ November 28�"December 14
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

Centenary Stage Company will present The Wizard of Oz November 28–December 14, 2025, in Hackettstown, NJ. Directed by Michael Restaino, the Family Holiday Spectacular features music by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg.

I PUT A SPELL ON YOU to Stream Production for a Limited Time
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025

I Put a Spell On You: The 10th Anniversary, raised $310,000 for the Ali Forney Center. A film of the performance will stream via Stellar Tickets. All proceeds from tickets also benefiting the Ali Forney Center. Learn more!

Ariana DeBose, Jinkx Monsoon and More to Join I PUT A SPELL ON YOU
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025

Additional cast members have been revealed for the tenth anniversary celebration of “I Put a Spell on You,” a fundraiser for the Ali Forney Center. Learn more and see how to attend.

Watch: Jay Armstrong Johnson and I PUT A SPELL ON YOU Team Release 'Abracadabra' Music Video
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025

Creator and executive producer Jay Armstrong Johnson and producers Andy Jones, Joe Hornberger, and Shannon Molly Flynn released a music video for the tenth anniversary celebration of “I Put a Spell on You.' Watch here!

Cast and Creatives Set for THE WIZARD OF OZ at Argyle Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

The Argyle Theatre will present the magical musical tale of  The Wizard of Oz, directed and co-choreographed by Jojo Minasi, co-choreographed by Nikki Rinaudo-Concessi. Learn more.

Robyn Hurder, Krysta Rodriguez, and More Join Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025

Principal casting has been announced for Jay Armstrong Johnson's tenth anniversary celebration of “I Put a Spell on You,” a fundraiser for the Ali Forney Center, set for next month

Sammy Hagar Sets 2026 'The Best of All Worlds' Las Vegas Residency
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2025

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar has announced the return of his hit “The Best of All Worlds” residency to Dolby Live at Park MGM for 11 performances March 11–21 and September 18–26, 2026.

MADAGASCAR �" A MUSICAL ADVENTURE is Now Playing at The Engeman
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2025

The John W. Engeman Theater has announced the cast and creative team for MADAGASCAR – A MUSICAL ADVENTURE. Performances are now underway. Learn more here!

Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!

Video: BROADWAY BARES 2025 Strips Down for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2025

More than 200 of New York City’s fiercest dancers created a larger-than-life, over-the-rainbow romp down the yellow brick road in the sexy, Oz-inspired Broadway Bares: Come Out, Come Out on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom. Check out video highlights from the show!

Photos: BROADWAY BARES 2025 Breaks Fundraising Record for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2025

More than 200 of New York City’s fiercest dancers created a larger-than-life, over-the-rainbow romp down the yellow brick road in the sexy, Oz-inspired Broadway Bares: Come Out, Come Out on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom. Check out photos from the show!

Broadway Bares: Come Out, Come Out Sells Out First Show
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025

The 9:30 pm performance of Broadway Bares: Come Out, Come Out is sold out and only a limited number of tickets remain for midnight as the annual burlesque spectacular unveils its Wizard of Oz-inspired spin .

Nicole Scherzinger and Alex Newell Join BROADWAY BARES: COME OUT COME OUT
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

Nicole Scherzinger, Alex Newell and 200 of NYC's dancers will take part in two Wizard of Oz–inspired performances of Broadway Bares at New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom.

Tom Francis, André De Shields and More to Join BROADWAY BARES: Come Out, Come Out as Special Guests
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025

Broadway Bares: Come Out, Come Out will open its gilded green doors for two performances in June. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

FAN HALEN Brings Van Halen Tribute to Raue Center This September
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025

Fan Halen will perform at the Raue Center for the Arts on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 7 p.m. The Southern California-based tribute band is known for its faithful recreation of the sights, sounds, and energy of Van Halen’s early years.

Irene Kelleher To Perform In STITCH & FOOTNOTE As Part Of Cork Midsummer Fest
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025

Actor and playwright Irene Kelleher will present two original works during the 2025 Cork Midsummer Festival, performing both Footnote and Stitch across multiple dates and venues.

Review: Arts in Motion's Production of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Peter Nason - May 20, 2025

Ever since watching the 1989 animated film, The LIttle Mermaid, I have always had a problem with the character of Ariel.  To me, she is the weakest of all Disney princesses.  In Beauty and the Beast, Belle is book smart and strong-willed, denying the advances of the good-looking Gaston.