Dolly Parton News

KNOCKIN' BOOTS on 6/19 at the Triad Theatre reimagined country music through a queer lens, blending classic hits, camp, and heartfelt vocals in a bold, joyful cabaret.

Global superstar and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dolly Parton is headed to the Las Vegas Strip with a brand-new limited-run engagement at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. 

Surflight Theatre is bringing workplace revenge, friendship, and a whole lot of Dolly Parton flair to Beach Haven this summer with the classic crowd-pleaser 9 to 5, The Musical, running June 18 through July 6, 2025.

The Bushnell is thrilled to announce that Broadway's Jeremy Jordan has added a second performance at The Bushnell's Belding Theater this October. Learn more here!

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that Tony Award-nominee Debbie Allen, Tom Cruise, and Wynn Thomas will be honored with Academy Honorary Awards. Additionally, Dolly Parton will be presented with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.

Acclaimed singer and rising star Ava Locknar makes her 54 Below debut in Modern Bombshell, a dazzling evening celebrating the songs created for Broadway and Hollywood's biggest bombshells.

Comedian, impressionist, and multihyphenate performer Melissa Villaseñor is set to appear at Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square from June 12 to 14.

Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Menken, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and more will either present and/or perform at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner slated for Thursday, June 12th at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. 

Broadway, television and film sensation Jeremy Jordan will return to London with his biggest ever solo concert. Join the Newsies and Smash star Live at the Royal Albert Hall next month.

You never know what will happen in a cabaret show.

Signature Theatre has revealed that Lila Blue and Katie Mariko Murray will perform in You’ve Got a Friend: Women Pop Songwriters. Learn more and see how to attend!

Dolly Parton has announced additional casting, the music team, and the design team for the upcoming world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical as rehearsals commence in Parton’s hometown of Nashville, TN. 

The 25th Adelaide Cabaret Festival kicks off tonight with a red carpet opening and a sold-out 2025 Variety Gala at Her Majesty’s Theatre. The world’s largest cabaret festival and Australia’s favourite winter celebration returns.

Grammy Award-winning writer, producer, and performer Billy Stritch will present an intimate Cabaret Night event at Otto's Full Service in Piermont, New York.

Tickets are now available for Inland Valley Repertory Theatre's production of Disney's Newsies. Learn more about the production being presented this summer here!

The Spire Center for Performing Arts has revealed three new shows including Grammy-winning country singer Kathy Mattea and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

9 to 5: The Musical is a stage adaptation of the 1980 film of the same name, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. This outlandish musical comedy features a book by Patricia Resnick, and is based on the screenplay by Resnick and Colin Higgins.

 Cantus has announced its 2025-26 season activities, including performances at home in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul and on tour throughout the country, along with a new recording release and collaboration with Minnesota Public Radio.

UCA Public Appearances has announced an all new season of performances including show stopping Broadway hits Tina: The Tina Turner Musical and The Music Man, family friendly shows such as Cirque Dreams Holidaze and Pete the Cat, exciting night outs with comedian Kevin Nealon and JAWS in Concert, award-winning musicians including the Gin Blossoms with special guest Spin Doctors, The Band Perry, John Waite and a variety of more shows throughout the year.

Natalie Grant will perform the national anthem before the start of the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge this Sunday, May 25 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.