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Get a first look of the cast of &Juliet in rehearsals for their pre-Broadway engagement before the show opens in Toronto at The Princess of Wales Theatre.

Gabriela and Bianca LeDuc, known worldwide as Diamond Dixie, surprised fans this morning with the early release of their highly-anticipated debut album, GROWING WINGS (originally scheduled to drop on January 20), and a brand new single, 'Lock It Up,' both available today via online music stores and streaming platforms.

The extremely popular, independent country sister-duo, Diamond Dixie, is pleased to announce the upcoming release of their highly-anticipated, debut album GROWING WINGS on January 20, 2021.

Stars in the House continues today (2pm) with University of Michigan Young Alumni and Feel Good Friday; and tonight (8pm) for a CATS Original Broadway Cast reunion with Betty Buckley, Ken Page and more TBA.

After racking up millions of Spotify streams with her earlier material, including this year's single “Electric Heights”, UK singer-songwriter Phildel is unveiling another track from her long-awaited upcoming LP. The entrancing “Glide Dog” sees a searing, teeth-bared yet playful turn from her previous airy electronica, mixing bloody gothic fantasy with her pop sensibilities.

With over 100 million Spotify streams, Phildel is thrilled to announce details of her second album Wave Your Flags out March 22, and to unveil her second single and accompanying video “Electric Heights”. In the video, Phildel sings about the intoxicating power of a relationship, admitting she never thought it would leave such an impact. “Electric heights, I'm a dizzy spell away from getting close to you, I was alive, with the things I never thought you could do.”

TooManyBodies.Org: Artists United to make America safe again Wednesday, September 26, 2018 marked the launch and premiere of an extremely well-done and effective music video entitled 'Too Many Bodies.' It addresses gun reform through music and dance, combining the song 'Place Called Us,' composed by Alex Mackey with very moving and expressive choreography by Nancy Dobbs Owen. Directed and Produced by Reena Dutt, as well as co-Producers Puppett, Danielle Phelan and Penelope Wong, it gives an unusual portrayal of a school shooting; beginning immediately after the shooting, and by means of going back in time, recreating the moments before and afterwards with quite a potent effect. You Hear two Gunshots, and see mostly darkness except for a young woman's face...

Pittsburgh CLO will fill the Benedum Center with magic and wonder fit for all ages with Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, July 27 - August 5. Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST ran for a staggering 13 years and over 5,000 performances on Broadway. Now, Pittsburgh CLO brings this treasured story to life for a new generation, continuing the organization's commitment to providing young patrons the opportunity to enjoy live musical theater at home in Pittsburgh. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square. Select half-price tickets for children 3-14 are sponsored by Giant Eagle, offering an affordable option for families to enjoy this timeless tale together.

Pittsburgh CLO will fill the Benedum Center with magic and wonder fit for all ages with Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, July 27 - August 5. Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST ran for a staggering 13 years and over 5,000 performances on Broadway. Now, Pittsburgh CLO brings this treasured story to life for a new generation, continuing the organization's commitment to providing young patrons the opportunity to enjoy live musical theater at home in Pittsburgh. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square. Select half-price tickets for children 3-14 are sponsored by Giant Eagle, offering an affordable option for families to enjoy this timeless tale together.

Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) announces the casting for the first production of the 2018 Nutmeg Summer Series: 'Disaster!', the hilarious new musical straight from Broadway. CRT welcomes the co-writing team of the show, as Jack Plotnick will direct and three-time Emmy Award nominee and SiriusXM Broadway host Seth Rudetsky will reprise the role he originated on Broadway (Ted Schneider). 'Disaster!'runs June 7 through June 16.  Subscriptions and single tickets are on sale now.  A full performance schedule is available at crt.uconn.edu or 860-486-2113. 

To Kill A King have today released their new single 'Spiritual Dark Age' and announced a headline tour for January 2018.

The Pangea Network, an international nonprofit dedicated to empowering young individuals with education, hosted its annual 'Out of Africa' celebration this past Saturday, September 10, which raised more than $100,000 in donations enabling the nonprofit to reach its yearly goal. Additionally, creator and star of The Last Man on Earth, former Saturday Night Live actor and Pangea ambassador Will Forte served as emcee throughout the night to a sold out room. Scroll down for photos!

The Pangea Network, an international nonprofit, is hosting its annual 'Out of Africa' celebration today, September 10 at Robard's Steakhouse in The Woodlands from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Creator and star of The Last Man on Earth, former Today Night Live actor and Pangea ambassador Will Forte will also act as emcee throughout the night.

The Pangea Network, an international nonprofit, is hosting its annual 'Out of Africa' celebration on Saturday, September 10 at Robard's Steakhouse in The Woodlands from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Creator and star of The Last Man on Earth, former Saturday Night Live actor and Pangea ambassador Will Forte will also act as emcee throughout the night.

?The long-awaited revival of the hit musical Parade at Manchester's new fringe theatre is now open to rave reviews at Hope Mill Theatre. The producers have also announced that the production is to be extended for an extra week by popular demand and will now run until Saturday 11th June.

The full cast has now been confirmed for the revival of the classic musical Parade, which will run for three and a half weeks at Manchester's newest arts venue.

From the first notes to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Arthur Laurents' book remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The score by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim is widely regarded as one of the best ever written. The world's greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical that is one of the theatre's finest accomplishments.

From the first notes to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Arthur Laurents' book remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The score by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim is widely regarded as one of the best ever written. The world's greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical that is one of the theatre's finest accomplishments.

Surfside Players presents the super-fun musical comedy, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, built around 18 hits by 1960s pop star Neil Sedaka, including 'Where the Boys Are', 'Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen', 'Calendar Girl', 'Stupid Cupid', and of course, the chart-topping title song. Appropriate for the whole family.