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Back to Nubia: Stories from the Making of AIDA After 25 Years
by Caitlin Hornik - Nov 14, 2025

In honor of the Aida’s 25th anniversary, BroadwayWorld spoke to stars Heather Headley (Aida), Adam Pascal (Radames), Sherie Rene Scott (Amneris), Schele Williams (Nehebka), as Thomas Schumacher (original producer and Disney Theatrical Group chief for its first three decades), lyricist Tim Rice, and book writer David Henry Hwang to compile an oral history of the show’s early days, transition to Broadway, and legacy beyond the boards.

Clifford Bell Will Be Honored at Catalina Jazz Club
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025

Clifford Bell, the late renowned Cabaret Impresario, Director and Producer will be honored and remembered at a musical event entitled, Here’s To Life – A Celebration of Clifford Bell, to be presented at Catalina Jazz Club.

HERE'S TO LIFE! A CELEBRATION OF CLIFFORD BELL is Coming to Catalina Jazz Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

Here's to Life! A Celebration of Clifford Bell will be held at Catalina Jazz Club in Los Angeles in June. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Clifford Bell, Cabaret Impresario, Director and Producer, Dies at 68
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2024

Clifford Bell, renowned Cabaret Impresario, Director and Producer, passed away suddenly today, Sunday, September 22, 2024, 68, of natural causes at 7:13 a.m. at CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, with his brother, Bryan Bell, and his longtime friend, Chase Masterson, by his side, publicist Steve Moyer said on behalf of Bell’s family.

Clifford Bell, Beloved Cabaret Director and Producer Passes Away at 67
by Team BWW - Sep 22, 2024

Affectionately known as 'Lawrence of Cabarabia,' Clifford Bell, a leading director and producer in the world of cabaret, concerts, and one-person shows, has passed away. A beloved figure in the entertainment industry for over forty years, Clifford's influence and creativity touched countless lives, both on stage and behind the scenes.

Hollywood Club LA at The Woman's Club of Hollywood Will Present SINGER KATRINA AGUILAR IN CONCERT
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 4, 2024

Join Singer Katrina Aguilar in Concert, a Benefit for Autism Care Today at Hollywood Club LA. The event, hosted by Christopher Tenney, will take place on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in Los Angeles. Get your tickets now!

The Les Michaels Memorial Project a Celebration of Life Free Open Mic Comes To Palm Springs Cultural Center
by Kay Kudukis - Feb 14, 2023

Les Michaels, the late Palm Springs resident and cabaret producer and singer who produced and presented Open Mic Cabaret events at various venues in both in Palm Springs and Los Angeles will be honored on what would have been his 72nd birthday as the Palm Springs Cultural Center presents The Les Michaels Memorial Project, A Celebration of Life Free Open Mic, hosted by Gregg Marx, Daytime Emmy Award Winner for 'As The World Turns,' Leslie Tinnaro, star of CVRep's recent hit show, 'Fun Home' and Clifford Bell,acclaimed Cabaret Producer and Director.

Peter Paterno to Be Honored By the GRAMMYs
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2022

The event will honor Peter T. Paterno, Partner at King, Holmes, Paterno & Soriano, LLP, with the 2023 Entertainment Law Initiative Service Award, presented each year to an attorney who has demonstrated a commitment to advancing and supporting the music community through service. 

Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra To Participate In THE MOST MAGICAL STORY ON EARTH: 50 YEARS OF WALT DISNEY WORLD
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2021

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, ABC will present a spectacular television event, “The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World,” taking viewers on a historical journey spanning half a century and beyond at Walt Disney World in Florida.

BWW Review: ANDREW BARTH FELDMAN: PARK MAP Delivers a Big, Bright, Beautiful Tomorrow at 54 Below
by Ricky Pope - Jun 28, 2021

For Andrew Barth Feldman, the Disney parks were a metaphor for an escape from a life that has seen extraordinary highs and tragic lows. There has been a lot of incident in his brief nineteen years, and through all the change, Disney has been the glue that held it together. In particular, Disney was a special bond to his mother, whom he lost, in true Disney fashion, at a young age. The show opens with the Sherman Brothers song from The Carousel of Progress, “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” and it leads to the central premise of the show: how do you build a world based on the future when the future is constantly changing? This is definitely not kid stuff. That is an exceedingly profound metaphor for life. Out of the mouth of babes.

Hollywood Bowl Season Canceled Due to the Health Crisis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2020

In response to the latest guidance of public health officials and in an effort to protect artists, audiences, and staff from the spread of COVID-19, the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association is canceling the 2020 seasons at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford.

SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE Comes to 3Below Theaters
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2020

Schoolhouse Rock Live! features 21 of the best songs from the original series and is a must see for youth and families and every fan of a?oea certain agea?? who wants to relive this beloved, pop culture sensation.

SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! Announced At 3Below Theaters
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2020

a?oeConjunction Junction, What's Your Function?a?? These five little words and all the catchy, jazzy tunes and tales from Schoolhouse Rock taught millions of kids, camped out in front of the television set every Saturday morning from 1973 to 1985 the fundamentals of math, grammar, science, and history. Schoolhouse Rock Live! features 21 of the best songs from the original series and is a must see for youth and families and every fan of a?oea certain agea?? who wants to relive this beloved, pop culture sensation.

BWW Blog: From Screen to Stage - How Denison Premiered The Stage Adaptation of BoJack Horseman
by Student Blogger: Sophia Menconi - Oct 16, 2019

There are many challenges when adapting a source material for the stage, even more so when your source material is an animated TV show about anthropomorphic animals. This was the challenge facing my college's Theatre Department this fall after we were commissioned to do the first live stage adaptation of the acclaimed Netflix original series BoJack Horseman.

Paramount Theatre Presents BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2019

Great dancing candlesticks! Just wait to see what Aurora's Paramount Theatre has in store for Disney's Beauty and the Beast, November 13, 2019-January 19, 2020 at the beautiful Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in Aurora. Press opening is Friday, November 22, at 8 p.m.

ART NEW YORK Returns Tomorrow!
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2019

The fifth edition of Art New York returns to Pier 94 from Thursday, May 2 through Sunday, May 5, with an invitation-only VIP Preview on Thursday, May 2 at 2pm before opening to the public at 5pm.

John Lithgow, Bill Irwin, Norm Lewis Will Honor Cora Cahan At New 42nd Street Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2019

The New 42nd Street Gala will celebrate the vision and legacy of Cora Cahan, founding President & CEO, as she steps down after 29 years of extraordinary leadership. Proceeds from the Monday, June 3, 2019, event at The Plaza Hotel will benefit The New Victory Theater's innovative arts and engagement programs which reach more than 55,000 kids each year. 

Freeform Names Lauren Corrao Executive Vice President, Original Programming And Development
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 18, 2019

Lauren Corrao has been named executive vice president, Original Programming and Development, Freeform, it was announced today by network president Tom Ascheim, to whom she will report. A visionary and highly respected television executive, Corrao has extensive experience in all aspects of television production as a network executive, independent producer, buyer and seller, and has worked across all genres of TV.

Lauren Corrao Joins Freeform as Executive Vice President, Original Programming and Development
by Tori Hartshorn - Apr 18, 2019

Lauren Corrao has been named executive vice president, Original Programming and Development, Freeform, it was announced today by network president Tom Ascheim, to whom she will report. A visionary and highly respected television executive, Corrao has extensive experience in all aspects of television production as a network executive, independent producer, buyer and seller, and has worked across all genres of TV.

Netflix Renews BOJACK HORSEMAN for Sixth Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 30, 2018

Netflix has renewed Raphael Bob-Waksberg's BoJack Horseman Renewed for Season 6.