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CM Performing Arts Center Reveals Cast for SHREK THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025

The CM Performing Arts Center will present Shrek The Musical from November 1–22, 2025. Starring James O'Connor as Shrek and Cassie Friedman as Princess Fiona, the production features a full cast of fairytale favorites and is directed by Anthony Arpino.

Review: ANYTHING GOES at CM Performing Arts Center
by Andrew J. Koehler - Aug 21, 2025

Cole Porter’s ANYTHING GOES, the latest theatrical venture by CM Performing Arts Center (referred to hereinafter as CMPAC), is a surefire hit. Directed by Kevin Burns, the production dazzles from start to finish. Under Burns’ direction, viewing the production felt as though you were stepping back in time to 1934.

Cast Set for BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at CM Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025

The CM Performing Arts Center has revealed the cast and creative team for its upcoming Main Stage production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, playing in The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre. Learn more!

Cast Set For ANYTHING GOES At CM Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

The cast has been revealed for CM Performing Arts Presents: Anything Goes, running on the Main Stage in the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre. Learn more about the production here!

The John W. Engeman Theater Presents THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2023

The John W. Engeman Theater presents THE WIZARD OF OZ. Contact: Diana Girimonti for more information. 250 Main Street, Northport, New York. 631-609-7915. www.engemantheater.com.

BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES TONY AWARDS HISTORY, Adam Pascal, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 26, 2023

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.

Isaac Mizrahi, Jason Danieley, Adam Pascal, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2023

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve and expand the art of the cabaret, honor the music of Broadway, and provide an unparalleled experience to diverse communities.

54 Below to Present TWO THOUSAND MILES: A NEW MUSICAL in August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2023

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Two Thousand Miles: A New Musical in concert on August 30, 2023 at 9:30pm. Set in New York City, Two Thousand Miles follows a group of childhood friends from California. At the heart of the musical is Davis, a 27-year-old playwright who is trying to graduate college while juggling his new Lupus diagnosis.

The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport Presents SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2023

The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team for SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL TYA. Performances will begin on Saturday, April 1, 2023, and will run through Sunday, April 30, 2023.

SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL TYA to Play The John W. Engeman Theater in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2023

The John W. Engeman Theater announced the cast and creative team for SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL TYA. Performances will begin on Saturday, April 1, 2023, and will run through Sunday, April 30, 2023.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; SPONGEBOB Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Pantochino's SPONGEBOB Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Playhouse On Park's PIPPIN Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Dec 13, 2021

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Photo Coverage: Erich Bergen, Lexi Lawson and More Perform in BROADWAY AGAINST BULLYING 2020
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 17, 2020

No Bully (nobully.org), the leading anti-bullying nonprofit in the US, celebrated its annual Broadway Against Bullying charity cabaret in NYC on March 9, 2020. Tony and Emmy Award-winning producer Michael J. Moritz returned to direct this year's one-night-only show at Sony Hall.

Reading of TWO THOUSAND MILES to Honor World Arthritis Day
by Julie Musbach - Oct 11, 2019

Williams & Bartholick Theatricals is putting on a free reading of their new musical TWO THOUSAND MILES in honor of World Arthritis Day on Saturday, October 12th at 5:00pm. The reading will take place at Sunlight Studios in Studio D. Two Thousand Miles is an original musical with a book by Alyssa Williams with Morgan Bartholick, music & lyrics by Matthew DeMaria and Alyssa Williams, with additional music & lyrics by Hans Zanger and Kelsey Kindall. 

Photo Coverage: Sekhmet Sisterhood Presents NIGHT OF BROADWAY
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 9, 2019

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presented a special evening of entertainment for Sekhmet Sisterhood's Night of Broadway on Sunday, September 8 at 7:00 PM. Performers included Milly Shapiro (Hereditary, Matilda), Catherine Brunell (Something Rotten, Les Miserables), Mallory Bechtel (Hereditary, Dear Evan Hansen), Kimberly Marable(Hadestown), Analise Scarpaci (A Christmas Story, Matilda), Laurissa 'Lala' Romain(South Pacific), and emcee for the evening, Terra C MacLeod (Chicago).

Milly Shapiro and More Sing For Sekhmet Sisterhood At The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2019

THE GREEN ROOM 42 a?" Broadway's newest intimate concert venue a?" will present a special evening of entertainment for Sekhmet Sisterhood's Night of Broadway on Sunday, September 8 at 7:00 PM. Following the announcement of several performers including Milly Shapiro (Hereditary, Matilda), Catherine Brunell (Something Rotten, Les Miserables), and Mallory Bechtel (Hereditary, Dear Evan Hansen). the line up just keeps growing! Joining this already power-packed cast includes Kimberly Marable (Hadestown), Analise Scarpaci (A Christmas Story, Matilda), Laurissa a?oeLalaa?? Romain (South Pacific), and emcee for the evening, Terra C MacLeod (Chicago). They will raise money for the newly established 501c3 non-profit organization Sekhmet Sisterhood, devoted to empowering women to make a difference and change the world by banding together, sharing experiences and supporting each other. These powerful Broadway stars will sing songs that take you through the evolution of sisterhood over the years, while raising money for an important cause. Musical Direction by Laura Bergquist. Cabaret Direction Melanie Lockyer.

Milly Shapiro And More Sing For Sekhmet Sisterhood At The Green Room 42, September 8
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2019

THE GREEN ROOM 42 a?' Broadway's newest intimate concert venue a?' will present a special evening of entertainment for Sekhmet Sisterhood's Night of Broadway on Sunday, September 8 at 7:00 PM.

Arianna Rosario, Anthony Alfaro, & Katie Goffman To Star In TWO THOUSAND MILES At The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2019

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents the new musical TWO THOUSAND MILES as part of their New Works series on Friday June 7at 9:30pm. Two Thousand Miles is an original musical with a book by Alyssa Williams with Morgan Bartholick, music & lyrics by Hans Zanger and Matthew DeMaria with some arrangements by Brian Fitzsoua. The performance will be benefitting the Arthritis Foundation's annual Walk to Cure Arthritis. 

Photo Coverage: PEACE, LOVE, NO BULLY Performs at Henri Bendel Flagship Store
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 16, 2017

The Henri Bendel Fifth Avenue flagship hosted a NYFW benefit event for NoBully.org to raise funds and awareness for anti-bullying efforts and BroadwayWorld was there! The event was organized by Carrie Berk (NYMF 2017 Award for Outstanding Individual Performance) and the all-kid cast of the New York Musical Festival's Peace, Love and Cupcakes: The Musical. The show joined forces with No Bully this summer and was awarded a special NYMF citation for turning a musical into a full-fledged social inclusivity movement.