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R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - A Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin is Coming to Popejoy Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

R.E.S.P.E.C.T., an electrifying homage to the legendary Aretha Franklin, will take place at Popejoy Hall. Featuring beloved songs like “Natural Woman,” “Respect,” and many more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Long Beach Symphony Will Perform WOMEN OF ROCK Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025

The Long Beach Arena will come alive with the sounds of female artists who defined rock and pop music, powered by the  Long Beach Symphony. Learn more about the performance here!

THE MUSIC OF SAM COOKE Comes To Fort Worth's Bass Performance Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Performing Arts Fort Worth in partnership with Sheran Goodspeed Keyton, has announced A Change is Gonna Come Panel Discussion. This free community event inspired by The Music of Sam Cooke will examine the iconic sound of the King of Soul.

Micah McLaurin Releases New Club Anthem 'Baboom'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 10, 2025

Virtuoso pianist and prolific pop artist Micah McLaurin has released his next-generation club anthem “Baboom.' Drawing on Micah’s love for French music and singers such as Charles Aznavour, the driving new single was co-written with Simon Wilcox. Listen to it here!

BEAUTIFUL Comes to the Lyric Theatre in July
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Beautiful is coming to the Lyric Theatre this summer. Experience the inspiring true story that created the soundtrack of a generation! Beautiful traces music hit-maker Carole King's journey from teenage songwriter to chart-topping solo artist.

Rhonda Hansome Will Perform at the Story Collider at CAVEAT
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025

Actor / comedian Rhonda 'Passion' Hansome will be joined by: Josh Barber, Rita Rigano, Rollie Williams and David Quang Pham at The Story Collider live (and livestream) storytelling showcase.

LES MISERABLES, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, and More Will Come to UK Cinemas This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025

The World's Greatest Stage Musicals will return this Spring, arriving in over 500 cinemas nationwide—a must-see for theatre lovers of all kinds. Learn more about the lineup here!

Exclusive: Sara Bareilles Reflects on Kennedy Center Concert, New Experiences, and the Year Ahead
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 31, 2024

Ahead of Sara Bareilles' PBS concert, BroadwayWorld sat down with the performer and songwriter to discuss planning the concert, performing with her musical heroes, and her thoughts as she looks ahead to a new year.

Jody Gerson To Receive GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons Honor At The 2025 Pre-GRAMMY Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2024

Accredited for her transformative leadership and impact on the music industry, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) Jody Gerson will receive the 2025 GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons® honor.

Kyra Kennedy to Reprise Her Role as Carole King in BEAUTIFUL at Axelrod PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024

Kyra Kennedy will reprise her starring role in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, which runs at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center. The production, originally slated for a three-week run, has just been extended for an additional week. Learn more!

String Quartet ETHEL And Bassist Ron Carter to Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024

The string quartet ETHEL and legendary bassist Ron Carter will join forces for an unforgettable classical-jazz mashup performance at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: PETER PAN AND TINKER BELL: A PIRATE'S CHRISTMAS at Scherr Forum Theater
by Cary Ginell - Dec 15, 2024

What did our critic think of PETER PAN AND TINKER BELL: A PIRATE'S CHRISTMAS at Scherr Forum Theater?

Vance Gilbert Set To Headline Two Shows At Club Passim In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2024

Renowned Boston musician Vance Gilbert, a cornerstone of the city's folk music scene, will headline two shows at Club Passim on January 11.

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Dec 8, 2024

What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Asolo Repertory Theatre?

Joss Stone to Perform With Pacific Symphony Pops This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Pacific Symphony and GRAMMY Award-winning artist Joss Stone will present 'Merry Christmas, Love,' a special holiday performance showcasing Stone's soulful voice and songwriting talents. Learn how to purchase tickets.

ROME SALADINO'S FEELIN' GOOD: A TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL BUBLE Announced At The Boca Black Box Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2024

Multi-talented singer/actor/choreographer Rome Saladino will celebrate the stylings of international super-star (and The Voice coach) Michael Bublé in Feelin' Good: A Tribute to Michael Bublé.

Pompano Beach Jazz Fest to Showcase Grammy Winners And Rising Stars
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024

Mark your calendars, music lovers! Pompano Beach Arts' Jazz Fest Pompano Beach will return to the City's beautiful shore in January. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale Launches New Shows Including Tango Tuesdays & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale (formerly Lips Fort Lauderdale) is adding new shows to its popular entertainment lineup including Tango Tuesdays with a Latin-inspired menu and show. Learn more.

Williamson County Performing Arts Center to Hold Auditions For SWEET SOUL MUSIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024

The Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park and the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department will hold auditions for a new original musical work entitled, 'Sweet Soul Music.' Learn more!

Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!

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