Michael Walters

Bally’s Chicago Introduces New Elevated Stage for Live Entertainment Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025

Bally’s Chicago is launching its brand-new live entertainment stage, a bold and innovative addition to the casino floor. Learn more about upcoming performances and see how to attend!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards; TONY BENNETT: A TRIBUTE Leads Best Show!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 4, 2024

The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!

Review: A TRIBUTE TO DAME EDNA: OVERDRESSED FOR THE APOCALYPSE at Triad Theater
by Lydia Singer - Sep 13, 2024

Michael J. Walters, an award-winning actor and singer, brings his considerable talent to the Triad Theater with his latest show, entitled A Tribute to Dame Edna: Overdressed for the Apocalypse. He straddles several styles, from stand-up comedy to song to impressions, to create a memorable evening. Catch it 9/21 and 9/22 at the Triad.

Damien Chazelle's WHIPLASH Returning to Theaters for Film's 10th Anniversary
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2024

The Academy Award®-winning psychological drama, from Blumhouse, Right of Way Films, and Bold Films, will be reissued theatrically with a new 4K DCP on September 20, 2024, following a special anniversary screening at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9th. 

Interview: Michael Walters Brings Brash, Funny Dame Edna to the Triad Theater
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 7, 2024

Cabaret singer Michael Walters, who has the distinction of being the longest-running Dame Edna tribute act in the world, is making his off-Broadway debut with the character on Saturday 9/7 at the Triad Theater. OVERDRESSED FOR THE APOCALYPSE features original songs and material, plus that special brand of Dame Edna humor.

Photos: Marilyn Maye's Birthday Bash at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 10, 2024

Marilyn Maye turned 96! Celebrate the Broadway legend's 96th birthday with shows April 10-12, 14, & 16-20, & May 2, 5, & 6. See highlights of the show taken by Conor Weiss.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup â€" April 8 to April 14, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 8, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for cabaret, comedy, drag shows and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Patti LuPone, tributes to Chita Rivera and more.

Denver Art Society to Present AT EASE ART NIGHT This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 6, 2024

Denver Art Society will present At Ease Art Night on Saturday, April 27 from 6 – 10 p.m. at the Denver Art Society. Learn more about the event here!

Review: BENNETT AND BARTON SONG SALON At Pangea A Fun And Relaxing Open Mic Night
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 1, 2023

One of the many benefits to working with your best mate for a few decades is the ease with which every move is made. That's Fred Barton and Elena Bennett, all over the place, during their Pangea Open Mic.

THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE to Transfer to the West End in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2023

The Motive and the Cue, which is currently running at the National Theatre through 15 July, will transfer to the West End on December 9, 2023. 

Could Sam Mendes' THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE Transfer to the West End and Broadway?
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023

 Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue is now playing at the National Theatre. Baz Bamigboye has revealed that the production is hoping to transfer to the West End and then Broadway.

Photos: In Rehearsal for THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE, Directed by Sam Mendes
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 12, 2023

Rehearsal images for The Motive and the Cue have been released. The show is directed by Sam Mendes and features a cast that includes Johnny Flynn, Mark Gatiss, Tuppence Middleton and Janie Dee.

Review: Marissa Licata And The Ragtag Collection Set The Stage Ablaze With STRINGS ON FIRE At Chelsea Table + Stage
by Bobby Patrick - Mar 7, 2023

Marissa Licata and The Rag Tag Collection gave their audience some of their brand of WORLD FOLK FUSION and left the room hungry for oh so much more.

10 Videos To Get Us Hot To See STRINGS ON FIRE By Marissa Licata at Chelsea Table + Stage March 5th
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 2, 2023

After making a huge splash with her debut act last year, Marissa Licata is leaving Broadway and heading to Chelsea.

Full Cast Announced for Sam Mendes' THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 27, 2023

With a week to go before rehearsals begin, the full cast for Jack Thorne’s new play, The Motive and the Cue, directed by Sam Mendes, is revealed.