Sophie Tucker

Interview: Ryan London Levin of AMERICAN GOLEM: THE KID CANN STORY at History Theatre
by Jared Fessler - Aug 21, 2025

Ryan London Levin, the writer and creator behind American Golem: The Kid Cann Story, a new play that dives deep into a lesser-known piece of Minnesota history. Set in 1920s Minneapolis, the story follows the Blumenfelds, a Jewish family who flee persecution in Romania hoping for a better life in America—only to find themselves caught in the unrest of a city facing its own battles.

Review: DANCERS OVER 40 Set 54 Below Alight with CHICAGO Memories
by Sharon Ellman - Jun 19, 2025

This reviewer was mesmerized by the 'razzle dazzle' of this sold-out June 18th performance! Members of the original casts of the 1975 CHICAGO and 1996 revival honored the show by sharing memories and tribute performances to the incredible show.

Laural Meade to Bring MS. TUCKER WILL SEE YOU NOW to Hollywood Fringe 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025

Laural Meade will bring Ms. Tucker Will See You Now to the Davidson/Valentini for Hollywood Fringe 2025. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!

Monthly Birthday Tribute: Take the Quiz!
by Rob Lester - Jan 1, 2025

Take BWW Cabaret's monthly quiz and see how much you know about music stars born in January. If your New Year's Resolution is to learn more about music, here's a fun way to do that for New Year's.

THE BROTHERS ABELSON SINCE 1946 Opens in February at Electric Lodge
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 14, 2024

The world premiere engagement of a new comedy-drama, The Brothers Abelson Since 1946, written by Dennis Danziger, will play Electric Lodge beginning this January.

Lorna Dallas Joins Original Cast Members in GRAND HOTEL Reunion Concert at 54 Below
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 10, 2024

Lorna Dallas joins original cast members for the 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert of GRAND HOTEL at 54 Below, with performances on November 14-16, both in person and livestreamed.

Jay Aubrey Jones and Nick Whitehurst Join HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2024

54 Below will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson, with newly added appearances by Broadway’s Jay Aubery Jones, and Nick Whitehurst, Executive Director of The Music Man Square.

Review: THE LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS at Bucks County Playhouse
by Marakay Rogers - Jul 26, 2024

Legendary but forgotten belter Sophie Tucker is revived in a big way in this adoring new musical

LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS Extends at Bucks County Playhouse; Watch New Footage Here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2024

Bucks County Playhouse has released all new video footage of the world premiere musical, “Last of the Red Hot Mamas,” and announced an extra performance of the musical.

Photos: LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2024

Get a first look at photos of Last of the Red Hot Mamas at Bucks County Playhouse. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

World Premiere Musical LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS To Debut At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2024

The world premiere musical LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS debuts at Bucks County Playhouse on July 28, 2024.

BWW Q&A: Michael Feinstein on BECAUSE OF YOU: MY TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT at Wolf Trap
by Joshua Wright - Jun 18, 2024

We talk to Michael Feinstein about his upcoming show at Wolf Trap. You’ll get a kick out of the legendary career of the late Tony Bennett when Michael Feinstein and The Carnegie Hall Big Band perform a powerful tribute concert.

Interview: Theatre Life with Stephen Cole
by Elliot Lanes - Jun 2, 2024

Today’s subject Stephen Cole is an accomplished lyricist, performer, and book writer. You can now add novelist to that already impressive list of accomplishments. Stephen Cole’s latest literary endeavor takes us back to the Golden Age of Broadway with his first novel entitled Mary & Ethel…and Mikey Who?. The book is now available everywhere for purchase in both hardcover and digital versions.

Geoffrey Cantor Steps In For Karen Carpenter as Director of OCTOBER 7
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 20, 2024

OCTOBER 7, a verbatim play about the terrorist attacks on Israel as told by those who survived them, has announced its full cast and a new director, as Geoffrey Cantor (Marvel's Daredevil & The Punisher on Netflix) steps in for Karen Carpenter as the production's director

THE LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS World Premiere & More Set for Bucks County Playhouse 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024

Bucks County Playhouse has unveiled its 2024 subscription season. Featuring four productions in the historic playhouse, the Playhouse’s 85th season kicks off in May. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Laural Meade Will Bring MS. TUCKET WILL SEE YOU NOW to the Gardenia Supper Club
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024

Ms. Tucker Will See You Now, writer and performer Laural Meade’s rollicking cabaret theater piece, returns to the historic Gardenia Supper Club (7066 Santa Monica Blvd. 90038) in Hollywood.

Cape Ann Symphony Will Perform THE KNOWN (AND UNKNOWN) GREATS CONCERT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2024

The Cape Ann Symphony’s 72nd Concert Season will continue with The Known (and Unknown) Greats Concert featuring world renowned pianist Janice Weber on Sunday, March 17  at 2 pm at Manchester-Essex High School auditorium.

Book Review: MARY & ETHEL ...and MIKEY WHO? Is a Fun-filled Time-traveling Show Biz Adventure
by Rob Lester - Feb 26, 2024

Mary & Ethel...and Mikey Who? is a good read (or listen). Come travel through time in a new work of historical fiction and fun, full of Broadway and spice and sweetness.

Review: RED HOT MAMA: THE SOPHIE TUCKER SONGBOOK at The Revolution Stage Company
by Gilmore Rizzo - Feb 22, 2024

What did our critic think of RED HOT MAMA: THE SOPHIE TUCKER SONGBOOK at The Revolution Stage Company? Gary Powers and James Owens, in association with producer Michael Alden, gave their audiences Sharon McNight’s RED HOT MAMA: The Sophie Tucker Songbook at The Revolution Stage Company. 

Photos: Go Inside the Launch Party for Stephen Cole's New Novel MARY & ETHEL...AND MIKEY WHO?
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 21, 2024

On January 16, 2024, Moreclacke Publishers (Robert Armin, President) released the hardcover, Kindle and audio version (performed by the great Anita Gillette) of MARY & ETHEL...and Mikey Who? by Stephen Cole. Check out photos from the launch party here!