Cole Porter News

The fire of the Bennett family's singing legacy burns brightly in this next generation.

Get ready for a double dose of Charles Dickens at Key City Public Theatre in Port Townsend. Don't miss the hilarious shenanigans of 'What the Dickens?!' and the captivating one-man performance of 'Great Expectations.' Experience the humor, drama, and timeless storytelling of Dickens' works with these two premieres.

Broadway's Sean Allan Krill and Kathy Voytko will star in Porchlight in Concert: Sunday in the Park with George. Tickets go on sale on Dec. 5 at 12 p.m.

Birdland presents James Barbour, acclaimed Broadway leading man, with the return of his annual Holiday Concert. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Lights Up! Theatre Company presents Shakespeare's beloved play, The Tempest. Join Prospera and Miranda on a magical journey of love, betrayal, and forgiveness.

It’s finally December, and there’s nothing British theatre does better than one-off festive entertainment. London has started swarming with mince pies, Christmas shows, pantos, and jolly gigs. In preparation for a pre-recorded stint on the radio later in December, recording artist and broadcaster Clare Teal joined the BBC Singers for a lovely night of show tunes and cheer. From Cole Porter to Stephen Sondheim, from Richard Rodgers to Irving Berlin, it was a bona fide walk through the who’s who of musical theatre with an added dash of Christmas nostalgia — a delightful production in all aspects and the perfect kick-off to the Advent. 

Merton of the Movies: The Musical, with music by Gary William Friedman (The Me Nobody Knows, Taking My Turn), lyrics by Stevie Holland (Love, Linda: The Life of Mrs. Cole Porter) and Robert Lorick (The Tap Dance Kid), and book by Holland, Lorick and Mel Shapiro (Two Gentlemen of Verona) will have a private industry reading in New York on December 4th.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 22, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

Kelly Clarkson opened the new episode of her talk show with a cover of Cole Porter's 'I Get a Kick Out of You.' Originally sung by Ethel Merman in the musical Anything Goes, the song has also been covered by singers like Frank Sinatra, Dolly Parton, Lady Gaga, and more. Watch the video now!

What did our critic think of PATTI LUPONE IN CONCERT at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts?

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. 

This reviewer was thrilled to be able to get a glimpse into the amazing world of Michael Feinstein.

Join KT SULLIVAN, JEFF HARNAR, STACY SULLIVAN, and TODD MURRAY for a festive evening of holiday songs at 54 BELOW with WE LOVE THE WINTER WEATHER Songs of the Holidays. Get all the performance details here!

Frances Ruffelle has been missed but she's back and her beau, Norman Bowman is a welcome addition to her life and her cabaret work.

What better way to ease into fall and the holiday season than with an evening of show tunes with a symphony orchestra, three great singers, and a superb maestro.

Discover the power of songwriting at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Exhibition in Nashville. Explore artifacts, displays, and an original film featuring legendary songwriters. Admission is free at Belmont University's Lila D. Bunch Library.

Atlantic for Kids has revealed the cast for the new bi-lingual musical El Otro Oz, with a book by Mando Alvarado and Tommy Newman, music & lyrics by Jaime Lozano and Tommy Newman. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Pianist Judy Carmichael is returning to Bay Street Theater for a swinging performance. Don't miss this exciting event!

Celebrate the music of Cy Coleman at Jazz at Lincoln Center with two shows on Sunday, November 19. Enjoy Songbook Sundays at Dizzy's Club.

Today, we return to The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE LAUGH TRACK.