Nathan Johnson

Review: Meanwhile Park is a Vibe with VACATION and RED DEVIL
by Tyler Hinton - Jul 14, 2025

There’s really no way to accurately describe the experience watching VACATION and RED DEVIL at Meanwhile Park other than that it’s a vibe. Tickets are selling out quickly, so don’t hesitate to gift yourself a fresh social and theatrical experience this summer by checking out Meanwhile Park.

Photos: PROJECT SHAW Presents THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 24, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group presented The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, the fourth presentation in the 20th Anniversary Season of Project Shaw. See photos here!

Stephen Schwartz to Receive ASCAP Foundation Honor During 50th Anniversary Celebration
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025

The ASCAP Foundation will honor Broadway composer and humanitarian Stephen Schwartz with the ASCAP Foundation Champion Award at its 50th Anniversary Celebration on June 10, 2025.  

Photos: Mark Nadler's LOTS OF RHYME AND NO REASON at the Laurie Beechman
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 19, 2025

Nadler was back at the newly reopened Beechman on 5/17 for a show full of his 'sly wit and undeniable charm' (BroadwayWorld). See photos from the sold-out show snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.

Photos: Project Shaw Presents SAINT JOAN at The Theatre at the Museum of Arts and Design
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 14, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group recently presented a one-night-only presentation of Bernard Shaw’s Saint Joan at The Theatre at the Museum of Arts and Design. Go inside the event with new photos below.

Review: Alexis Michelle's Nostalgic 50 WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR LOVER at Joe's Pub
by Lydia. Rose - May 6, 2025

The RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE STAR Alexis Michelle returned to Joe's Pub for another delightful cabaret. The show takes you on a trip down memory lane with mostly 60s and 70s songs, and an encore performance on 6/8.

Photos: See Highlights from Celia Berk's FOR THE RECORD at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 6, 2025

The May 4 show featured a “boxed set” of highlights from Ms. Berk's critically acclaimed albums and a special spotlight on her new EPs Four Seasons Of Song.

Best Cabaret in May 2025: Betty Buckley, Elizabeth Gillies, Reeve Carney & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 1, 2025

See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues ii May 2025 - at a range of budget points. Find out how you can get tickets this month to shows from Sandra Bernhardt, Alex Newell, Mario Cantone and more!

Double-Bill of Plays Come to Meanwhile Park This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025

Meanwhile Park has announced this year's summer shows, set to be a live-theater double feature. Audiences will enjoy two shorter, world-premiere plays in one night.

Photos: SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS At The Sauk
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025

“Small Mouth Sounds,” a play by Bess Wohl, is coming to The Sauk in Jonesville this weekend. Check out photos from the production!

Stephen Schwartz to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

Stephen Schwartz will be the 2025 recipient of the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala slated for Thursday, June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

MY FAIR LADY Comes To The Sauk
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

The Sauk, Hillsdale County's community theatre, will open their 2025 season this weekend with a production of the classic musical 'My Fair Lady.' Learn more here!

Interview: David Dean Bottrell Brings Humor to Pangea with TEENAGE WASTELAND
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 16, 2025

The show, all about those awkward pubescent years and how they shape your life, plays Jan. 18, 21 and Feb. 7 at 7 pm. The latter two performances are benefits for the LA wildfires.

Photos: Highlights from THE DAVID DEAN BOTTRELL HOLIDAY SHOW at Pangea
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 18, 2024

Award-winning storyteller and actor David Dean Bottrell (Modern Family, Frasier) brought his holiday show back to Pangea with a new collection of hilarious holiday stories both naughty and nice. See highlights of the night.

Review Roundup: Hannah Gadsby's WOOF!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 7, 2024

Hannah Gadsby's WOOF! is now running at the Abrons Arts Center. Check out what the critics are saying about the new show by the popular comedian.

Review: HEATHER HEADLEY with the National Symphony Orchestra at Kennedy Center
by Elliot Lanes - Sep 10, 2024

When summer ends many people get depressed. Let’s face it, you can’t go to the beach or your private summer home for another year. However, you can look on the bright side of things knowing that the end of summer brings a new season of audible brilliance from the mighty National Symphony Orchestra (NSO). This past Saturday evening, the NSO Pops season opened with a bang as Tony Award winning performer Heather Headley made her Kennedy Center Concert Hall debut. The evening featured lots of show tunes, a choir, a TV vocal competition winner, and most importantly, YOUR NSO under the baton of Maestro Steven Reineke.

Review: KIKI BALL-CHANGE: HOE DOWN at Joe's Pub
by Nathan Johnson - Sep 5, 2024

Kiki is brilliant in every way. I walked in expecting campy Dolly drag, but what I got was parody perfection, endless belly laughs, and a deeply moving experience. This is a must-see show for anyone who loves drag and queer comedy.

Adeel Akhtar, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, & More Join Apple TV+ Thriller DOWN CEMETERY ROAD
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 28, 2024

Apple TV+ has revealed that BAFTA Award winner Adeel Akhtar, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, Emmy Award nominee Tom Goodman-Hill, BAFTA Award winner Darren Boyd, Tom Riley, SAG Award nominee Adam Godley, Sinead Matthews, Ken Nwosu, Fehinti Balogun and Aiysha Hart are set to join the cast of “Down Cemetery Road.” 

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" July 1 to July 7, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 1, 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 drag, comedy, jazz, and a solo musical by Abraham Lincoln himself.

Review: Alexis Michelle Shines in HEROINE WORSHIP at Joe's Pub
by Nathan Johnson - Jun 27, 2024

Michelle paid tribute to Barbra Streisand, Liza Minnelli, Chita Rivera, Stockard Channing, Dionne Warwick, and many others, each song revealing new sides of Alexis and showcasing her range as both a singer and an actress. With the change of a lyric, she could shift from funny to touching, from charming to deep. Alexis exudes star quality.