Michele Brourman

United Solo Concludes Fall 2025 Season With Closing Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

United Solo, the world’s largest solo theatre festival, ended its nineteenth season with its annual Closing Gala at Theatre Row in Manhattan. This fall’s edition featured artists from around the world working across classical texts, contemporary narratives, performance art, and pieces exploring both intimate personal stories and global political themes.

Review: THE NEW DECAMERON: SONGWRITERS IN LOCKDOWN at The Triad Theater
by Andrew Poretz - Nov 22, 2025

If this first, riotously funny episode of The New Decameron: Songwriters in Lockdown is any indication, it will be the web equivalent of must-watch TV. Kudos to John Forster, Hillary Rollins and Tom Toce.

The Foundation for New American Musicals' ShowSearch 2025 Finalists Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025

The Foundation for New American Musicals has reveaed the finalists for their annual ShowSearch 2025. FNAM will showcase the finalists' original 10-minute musicals as they compete for cash-award scholarships through ShowSearch.

Bulgarian Classical Concerts �" LA And BgFACE Foundation Celebrate Bulgarian Culture In Los Angeles
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2025

Hundreds of guests gathered on November 6 at Sephardic Temple Tifereth Israel in Los Angeles for a major cultural event honoring Bulgarian achievements in art, science, education, and culture.

Exclusive: Listen to 'I’m Gonna Be Strong' From BRONCO BILLY - THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025

Bronco Billy – The Musical, Recorded live in performance during its 2024 run at London’s Charing Cross Theatre, will release an album. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive listen to 'I’m Gonna Be Strong' here. 

BRONCO BILLY �" THE MUSICAL To Release Live Original London Cast Recording October 24
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025

Producers Gary Grossman, Bronco Billy Partners, and Yellow Sound Label have announced the upcoming release of Bronco Billy – The Musical (Live Original London Cast Recording), captured during its acclaimed 2024 run at London’s Charing Cross Theatre.

The Foundation for New American Musicals is Now Accepting ShowSearch 2025 Applications
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025

The Foundation for New American Musicals is now accepting submissions for its 2025 ShowSearch, a Southern California-wide program designed to discover emerging talent. Learn how to apply!

Celia Berk Debuts 'I Can’t Understand' Single for Earth Day
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025

For Earth Day, award-winning vocalist Celia Berk has released the first commercial recording of I Can’t Understand, with lyrics by Michael Colby and music by Michele Brourman. Listen to it here!

United Solo Concludes 2025 Spring Season with Grand Awards Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2025

United Solo, the world’s largest solo theatre festival, celebrated its 18th season with a Gala on April 20 at Theatre Row in New York City. Learn more and check out the full list of winners here!

Review: Bleier and Pendleton's OLD FRIENDS Such Good Fun at Pangea
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 11, 2025

Barbara Bleier and Austin Pendleton, along with special guests Gretchen Cryer and Richard Maltby Jr., play a return engagement of the engaging musical cabaret OLD FRIENDS.

Interview: Celia Berk Spotlights Her New EP in FOR THE RECORD at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 27, 2025

Award-winning singer and recording artist Celia Berk’s Four Seasons of Songs launches on February 28 with a four-song EP titled, Spring. In May at 54 Below, she'll share songs from her new albums and revisit some of her most popular recordings.

Review: Michael Colby's HOLIDAY REGARDS at Urban Stages Is a Lovely Treat
by Rob Lester - Dec 8, 2024

HOLIDAY REGARDS at Urban Stages, a collection of Michael Colby's songs sung by a fine company repeats 12/8 & 12/16. Part of a mega-series of shows with over 100 performers total (cabaret, theatre, jazz, more) at Urban Stages in Manhattan.

HOLIDAY REGARDS: A REVUE TO CELEBRATE Set for Winter Rhythms 2024 Series at Urban Stages
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 1, 2024

Winter Rhythms will present Holiday Regards: A Revue to Celebrate! as part of its “2024 Winter Rhythms” series, the award-winning music festival at Urban Stages Theater, on Saturday, December 7 at 3:00pm and Sunday, December 8 at 7:00pm.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" Oct. 7 to Oct. 13, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 7, 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 jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Jeff Harnar's Sammy Cahn show, the Stylistics and a gala for the Beechman.

Photos: Amanda McBroom and CAST PARTY at Birdland
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 6, 2024

On Monday September 23, Amanda McBroom returned to the iconic music room to celebrate the release of her new recording, “Wintersong,” a collection of songs to mark the winter holidays. The concert was followed by the weekly open mic, “Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.” See photos here!

Review: Amanda McBroom Brings Christmas to September in WINTERSONG at Birdland
by Ricky Pope - Sep 30, 2024

Last week, Amanda McBroom unveiled highlights from her forthcoming album WINTERSONG at Birdland, a collection of mostly new songs on a holiday theme. It feels strangely incongruous on a sultry September evening to be listening to songs about hearth and family, but McBroom painted such vivid songscapes that you left ready for a vigorous sleigh ride

Grand Opening Concert at United Solo Celebrates the Music of Michele Brourman
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2024

The world’s largest solo theatre festival opens its 17th season on September 25th at Theatre Row in New York City. Tickets for the festival, which runs through November 17, 2024, are now on sale. United Solo Vice Artistic Director Wendy-Lane Bailey will present a Grand Opening Concert on Saturday, September 28, 2024.

Amanda McBroom To Release First Ever Holiday Record, Wintersong
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2024

Amanda McBroom announced the release of Wintersong, her first holiday-themed CD, set for October. The album features a mix of standards and original music, showcasing McBroom's thoughtful artistry.

Amanda McBroom To Celebrate Upcoming Holiday Album At Birdland Jazz Club
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024

Golden Globe winner Amanda McBroom returns to Birdland on this month to celebrate her new holiday album, WINTERSONG.

RENEE KATZ SINGS IRVING BERLIN - LOST IN HIS ARMS is Coming to Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2024

Don’t Tell Mama will present Renee Katz in “Renee Katz Sings Irving Berlin---Lost In His Arms”. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.