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BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that legendary Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater dancer Judith Jamison, who later became Artistic Director of the company, passed away on Saturday, November 9, at the age of 81, after a brief illness

CENTRESTAGE, the annual fashion extravaganza organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), will showcase a rich tapestry of style from 4 to 7 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The Tony award-winning, rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch begins performances July 5th in Provincetown, Massachusetts with shows running Wednesday to Saturday at 7:30pm until August 31st 2024.

Alicia Keys stopped by The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to discuss her new musical, Hell's Kitchen, which has been nominated for 13 Tony Awards. In the interview, she talked about her love for theatre and performing, and when she knew she wanted to do it for a living. She also discussed Hell's Kitchen, and how it serves as a great gateway musical for those that are perhaps new to the medium. Watch the interview!

GALA Hispanic Theatre will host its annual Noche de Estrellas benefit event honoring two extraordinary leaders at the National Museum of Women in the Arts.

Tamron Hall, the nationally syndicated Emmy® Award-winning daytime talk show has been is renewed for a sixth season. The daily eponymous series, hosted and executive produced by two-time Emmy winner Tamron Hall, delivered a strong surge in viewership this season. Tamron Hall has become the second longest-running talk show produced by Disney, known for informative and entertaining moments that capture the cultural zeitgeist.

Kennesaw State University's Bailey School of Music will host the New York-based ensemble Harlem Quartet at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16. As part of the ArtsKSU Presents series, the concert is a highlight of the 'Moving Forward, Together: Black History Month Festival.'

National Philharmonic (NatPhil) presents guest conductor Jeri Lynne Johnson in her debut with the Orchestra on Saturday, February 10 at 7:30 p.m. at The Music Center at Strathmore.

As we celebrate The Evolution of NYCB's artistry this winter, audiences will bear witness to the evolution of an artist when Principal Dancer Tiler Peck presents CONCERTO FOR TWO PIANOS, her choreographic debut for the Company, on February 1.

Pentatonix kicks off their highly anticipated 2023 North American Christmas tour, Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year, at Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs, CA. The tour will continue to roll through major markets coast to coast, concluding on December 21st in Austin, TX at Moody Center.

The album features 23 of the band's top holiday songs and eight brand new, never-before-heard tracks - including the cheerful holiday original, “Please Santa Please.” In tandem with the album’s release, Pentatonix are set to kick off their 2023 North American Christmas tour, Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year this November.

Carrie Hope Fletcher will join Darren Criss as special guest at the 2.30pm matinee performance of Darren Criss In Concert. Prepare to be spellbound as Carries joins Darren, Joey Richter and Lauren Lopez as they head back to a very special school.

Don't miss Darren Criss's West End debut at the London Palladium on October 15th. An extra 2.30pm show has been added due to overwhelming demand. Join Emmy Award-Winner Darren Criss and special guests for a night of unforgettable performances. Tickets on sale now.

Fresh from a hugely successful tour of Australia and the US, Emmy, Golden Globe, Critics Choice and Screen Actors Guild Award-Winner Darren Criss will make his West End debut at the iconic London Palladium for a special one night only concert on October 15th.

It marks the first official collaboration between longtime friends Andy Grammer and 3x GRAMMY Award-winning multiplatinum a cappella phenomenon Pentatonix. He just recently spoke at the group’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony—and yet, little did the world know, this anthem was on the way!

​​​​​​​Eisemann Center Presents continues the 2023-2024 Season with Step Afrika! on Sunday, October 22 at 7:30 pm in the Hill Performance Hall. Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities; traditional West and Southern African dances; and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a cohesive, compelling artistic experience.

First Stage will kick off its 2023/24 season with the world premiere production DREAM, QUICKIE! DREAM!, a story for all ages inspired by the life of Donald 'Quickie' Driver, written by playwright Gloria Bond Clunie and directed by popular Milwaukee actor/producer/director Dimonte Henning.

Eli Bauman, Monica Saunders-Weinberg, MB Artists, and Michael Donovan will present the return of 44 - THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL (As Told Through the Hazy Recollection of Joe Biden), for a limited engagement at The Bourbon Room Hollywood.

Gearing up for what promises to be an unforgettable holiday season, Pentatonix share the details for their anxiously awaited 2023 North American Christmas tour, Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year and a new holiday greatest hits album, The Greatest Christmas Hits (RCA). Check out tour dates and pre-save the album now!

On the heels of record-breaking season four ratings, the nationally syndicated daytime show, “Tamron Hall” will return for a much-anticipated fifth season. “Tamron Hall” is the most improved returning one-hour daytime talk show growing by double digits in Total Viewers and Women 25-54 and is the only returning one-hour daytime talk show.