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Yank! tells the story of Stu, a Midwestern kid who gets drafted for World War II in 1943, and becomes a reporter for Yank Magazine, the journal 'for the servicemen, by the servicemen.' Yank! has a score that pays homage to the 1940s and explores what it means to be a man, and what it is to fall in love and struggle. Intelligent and impassioned, suffused with songs in swing, big band and boogie-woogie styles, the show explores the stories that don't get told in wartime, and how WWII became a great catalyst in bringing gay men and women together.

Manatee Performing Arts Center recently held a reception in honor of the opening of their production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. Check out photos from the event below!

The Manatee Performing Arts Center presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, a hilarious and fast-paced musical, on October 29th - November 15th in Stone Hall. This musical will be directed by Steven Flaa and musically directed by Aaron Cassette.

Beneva Fruitville, Brian Craft, Hannah Beatt and more raised their voices for The Trevor Project at The Starlite Room, SRQ (August 1st, 2015).

SRQ Sings for The Trevor Project is set for tonight, August 1st at 8PM (7PM cocktail hour) at The Starlite Room.

SRQ Sings for The Trevor Project concert performance is set for tonight, August 1st at 8:00PM (7:00PM red carpet cocktail hour) at The Starlite Room SRQ. Tickets are available at the door for a suggested donation of $10.

SRQ Sings for The Trevor Project is set for Saturday, August 1st at 8PM (7PM cocktail hour) at The Starlite Room.

SRQ Sings for The Trevor Project concert performance is set for Saturday, August 1st at 8:00PM (7:00PM red carpet cocktail hour) at The Starlite Room SRQ. Tickets are available at the door for a suggested donation of $10.

Broadway Sings for Pride roars into their 5th year and celebrate New York City LGBT Pride with 'Roar', their fifth annual benefit concert, benefiting the Tyler Clementi Foundation, tonight, June 22, 2015. 

Broadway Sings for Pride will roar into their 5th year and celebrate New York City LGBT Pride with 'Roar', their fifth annual benefit concert, benefiting the Tyler Clementi Foundation. The one-night benefit, will feature songs that embody gay perseverance, marked by an array of musical performers from the world of Broadway, pop and beyond. The night will feature two special musical reunions from the companies of RENT and A Chorus Line.

Broadway favorite Frenchie Davis (American Idol, The Voice, Broadway's RENT) will make her Broadway Sings for Pride debut in 'ROAR' which will celebrate NYC Gay Pride. Frenchie known for her powerful voice will be apart of group numbers and a solo piece during the event. Frenchie appeared on American Idol's second season where she showcased her soulful voice. She made her Broadway debut in RENT as the 'Seasons of Love' soloist in the Tony-award winning show RENT. She was also seen in the starring role of Effie in a West Coast-touring production of Dreamgirls, which appeared in Sacramento, San Jose, Seattle. Davis also made it to the top 8 of The Voice as a member of Christina Aguilera's team.

Recently seen in Manatee Performing Art Center's hit production of SPAMALOT Brian Craft is gearing up to head back to New York City for the 5th Annual Broadway Sings for Pride Concert: ROAR! We had a chance to catch up with Brian and hear about the upcoming performance, and a little bit more about Broadway Sings for Pride.

Manatee PlayersThe Manatee Players, Inc.'s production of Monty Python's SPAMALOT opens in Stone Hall at the Manatee Performing Arts Center tonight, April 30 and plays through Sunday May 17. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

The Manatee Players, Inc.'s production of Monty Python's SPAMALOT opens in Stone Hall at the Manatee Performing Arts Center tonight, April 30 and plays through Sunday May 17.

The Manatee Players, Inc.'s production of Monty Python's SPAMALOT opens in Stone Hall at the Manatee Performing Arts Center on Thursday April 30 and plays through Sunday May 17.

The Players Theatre of Sarasota's production of VIOLET opens tonight, February 12, 2015. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

The Players Theatre of Sarasota's production of VIOLET opens tonight, February 10, 2015. Scroll down for a first look at the stars onstage!

On Monday, August 4th, Broadway Sings for The Trevor Project was held at Metropolitan Room. Performers included Marisha Wallace (Disney's Aladdin) singing 'Titanium,' Brian Craft (Avenue Q, Revival of LMPC) singing 'Caught in the Storm,' Rachel Lorin (Recording Artist, Star of Oxygen's The Next Big Thing) singing 'Faithfully', Brian Detlefs (Trails: the Musical) singing 'Coda,' and Ashton Foster (You're Really Not Helping) singing 'Stay,' Gavin Rohrer (Revival of LMPC).

On Monday, August 4th, Broadway Sings for The Trevor Project was held at Metropolitan Room. Scroll down for photos featuring performers Marisha Wallace (Disney's Aladdin), Brian Craft (Avenue Q, Revival of LMPC), Rachel Lorin (Recording Artist, Star of Oxygen's The Next Big Thing), Brian Detlefs (Trails: the Musical), Ashton Foster (You're Really Not Helping), Gavin Rohrer (Revival of LMPC), John Ryan Del Bosque (TUTS: Hands on a Hard Body), Megan Fulmer (Shrek The Musical: National Tour), Kimberly Abrams (The Rat Pack Undead) and Stephen Michael Jones. The evening was emceed by Elizabeth James and Terra Grenade.

Broadway Sings for The Trevor Project Concert is tonight, Monday August 4th at The Metropolitan Room. Red Carpet Cocktail Hour begins at 9:00PM with the performance beginning shortly after. Tickets are available online at www.metropolitanroom.com for $20. Nightlife's Dougie Meyer will be emcee the evening, accompanied by hosts Elizabeth James and Terra Grenade.