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Interview: Writer Darren Stein and Director Matt DiCarlo of JAWBREAKER THE MUSICAL
by Shari Barrett - Aug 15, 2026

The stage adaptation of Jawbreaker The Musical written by Darren Stein (the creator of the original film), is an electrifying, high-gloss teen thriller with music composed by Jeffrey Thomson and lyrics by Jordan Mann. The propulsive, pop-concert-style score blends Lady Gaga-style synth-pop tracks with melodic ballads, and is directed by Matt DiCarlo with choreography by Jay Jackson. I spoke with Darren Stein and Matt Di Carlo about the upcoming Los Angeles workshop performances at the Hudson Backstage Theatre in Los Angeles, which marks the production's next chapter, designed to generate industry momentum toward a future Off-Broadway or London run.

Full Cast Set For JAWBREAKER THE MUSICAL Stage Debut at Hollywood's Hudson Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

Knot Free Productions announced full casting for JAWBREAKER THE MUSICAL, a workshop production at Hollywood's Hudson Theatre. Rebecca Gayheart returns to the world of the 1999 cult film, now playing Principal Sherwood.

Submissions Open For Burman And Wallowitch Songwriting Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025

The Dottie Burman and John Wallowitch Songwriting Awards MAC is inviting all songwriters to submit their original songs for consideration for one of MAC's two songwriting awards. Learn how to apply.

EDINBURGH 2025: Pick of the Programme- Musicals
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 16, 2025

BroadwayWorld recommend their top musicals from the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe programme.

Hugh Coles, Arielle Jacobs & Jelani Remy to Star In TRAILS Musical Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024

Hugh Coles, Arielle Jacobs, and Jelani Remy will star in an invitation-only presentation of the new musical TRAILS on June 6th, directed by Lorin Latarro. Learn more about the workshop!

TRAILS: A NEW AMERICAN MUSICAL to Make Southeast Premiere This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024

Experience the southeast premiere of TRAILS: A NEW AMERICAN MUSICAL, presented by the City of Deer Park Parks and Recreation Department and the Art Park Players. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

THEY WRITE THE SONGS Returns to Don't Tell Mama This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2022

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has announced the return of THEY WRITE THE SONGS on Sunday, November 13 at 2 pm at NYC's Don't Tell Mama.

Climate Change Comedy BLOOM BLOOM POW to Have World Premiere at A.R.T./NY Theatres in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 2, 2022

The world premiere of Bloom Bloom Pow by Genevieve Simon will play at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at A.R.T./New York Theaters. The show starts on September 16th and runs through October 2nd, 2022. Bloom Bloom Pow is directed by Katherine Wilkinson (Associate Director for ONLY GOLD at MCC, 20-22 WP Lab).

Christiani Pitts, Jelani Remy, Andrew Call, and More Will Lead Reading of TRAILS Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2021

Lorin Latarro (Is There Still Sex in the City?, Mrs. Doubtfire, Waitress, Almost Famous) helms an industry reading of the new musical in development Trails on December 10.

Burman and Wallowitch Winners Announced
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2021

The Burman Award finalists were: Bob Levy and Alyce Finell. The Wallowitich Award finalists were: Alex Goldie Golden and Billy Recce.

Linda Eder, Natalie Walker & More to Perform Next Week at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2021

Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Megan Hilty, Linda Eder, Mykal Kilgore & More to Perform at Feinstein's/54 Below in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2021

Next month, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Photos/Video: Inside Rehearsal For TWELFTH NIGHT From Catskill Mountain Shakespeare
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2021

Catskill Mountain Shakespeare will present Twelfth Night (or What You Will), William Shakespeare's most raucous and sexy comedy, as the company's inaugural production. Performances are set to begin on Thursday, August 19 (through August 29) on the beautiful grounds of The Emerson Resort & Spa (5340 New York 28, Mount Tremper, NY).

Catskill Mountain Shakespeare Announces TWELFTH NIGHT as the Company's Inaugural Production
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2021

Catskill Mountain Shakespeare will present Twelfth Night (or What You Will), William Shakespeare’s most raucous and sexy comedy, as the company’s inaugural production. Performances are set to begin on Thursday, August 19 (through August 29) on the beautiful grounds of The Emerson Resort & Spa (5340 New York 28, Mount Tremper, NY).

A LITTLE NEW MUSIC's SPOTLIGHT SERIES Presents David Mallamud
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2021

With much anticipation, THE SPOTLIGHT SERIES, a bi-monthly live streamed concert series created by A LITTLE NEW MUSIC will return to “spotlight” the music of multi-talented composer/lyricist David Mallamud on January 19th.  The evening will be co-hosted by ALNM co-producers Luke H. Klipp and Kila Packett. 

Riskee and The Ridicule Return with New Single 'Blue Jacket'
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 19, 2020

Screaming from the lockdown, even pandemic protecting masks cannot muffle the anger and bile spilling from eclectic Kent punks Riskee and The Ridicule and their new single 'Blue Jacket'.

Linda Eder, Alice Ripley, David Yazbek Ft. Lilli Cooper and More are Heading to Feinstein's/54 Below This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2020

This Month, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

Finn Wittrock Joins The Cast Of Shakespeare and Co's JULIUS CAESAR
by Julie Musbach - Aug 20, 2019

Shakespeare & Company presents a one-time-only performance of Julius Caesar directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer, who was recently honored by a Lifetime Achievement Award by The Shakespeare Theatre Association.

Shakespeare & Company Presents JULIUS CAESAR
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2019

Shakespeare & Company presents a one-time-only performance of Julius Caesar directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer, who was recently honored by a Lifetime Achievement Award by The Shakespeare Theatre Association. The special staged reading features the Obie Award-winning John Douglas Thompson as Brutus along with a cast of returning Company favorites. The reading will be held in the Tina Packer Playhouse at 1:30pm on September 1st.

Riskee and The Ridicule Releases New Single 'In The Dark We Dwell'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 24, 2019

Given the current state of the world, anybody would be forgiven for being in a perpetual state of loss. There's a tangible feeling of confusion, dismay and fracture on any street that leads to a preference for isolation or staring at our own private screens over physical interactions. However, what this often breeds is communities ready to ignite people with an energy to fight the malaise bred by injustice. Enter: Riskee and The Ridicule. A tour-de-force band of politics, protest and punk that practices what they preach and are spearheading such a charge.