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New and Upcoming Releases For the Week of February 1 - Webber's CINDERELLA Cast Recording, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2021

Check out this week's list of releases, including Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella cast recording, The Color Purple on vinyl, What the Constitution Means to Me, and more!

The Barn Theatre to Stream Archived Recording of DADDY LONG LEGS Starring Ryan Bennett and Rebecca Jayne-Davies 
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2021

The Barn Theatre have announced today that they will be releasing an archive recording of their 2019 Built by Barn production of the musical Daddy Long Legs for a limited number of dates over the Valentine’s Day and February half term weekends.

Diablo Ballet Presents Virtual Balanchine & Beyond
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2021

Diablo Ballet presents the second program of its 27 th Season, Balanchine & Beyond featuring four ballets, including the Act III Wedding Scene from the timeless fairytale, Sleeping Beauty.

Smuin Announces Extension of Virtual Classes Plus 'Class for a Cause'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2021

Since launching last April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Zoom-based drop-in Virtual Classes in movement including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, fitness and more.

Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine and Special Guest, Stanley Wayne Mathis
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Jan 4, 2021

Today's episode features stage and screen star Stanley Wayne Mathis, who last appeared on Broadway in The Book of Mormon.

New and Upcoming Releases For the Week of December 28 - Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert's 'All The Girls', and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2020

This week's list includes a new album featuring Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert called 'All The Girls.' Also now available this week is the CD debut of The Desert Song 1967 London studio cast recording, a book of Lorraine Hansberry's substantive interviews​​​​​​​, and more!

Krystal Joy Brown Joins Latest Episode of THE THEATRE PODCAST WITH ALAN SEALES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2020

Krystal Joy Brown is a singer, dancer and actor who made her Broadway debut in 2009 in Hair. She is best known for her portrayal of Diana Ross in the Broadway musical Motown: The Musical. Her other Broadway credits include Leap of Faith, Big Fish, and Hamilton, where she will return to the role of Eliza when the industry returns.

Tune-in to Upcoming Kennedy Center Digital Holiday Content Featuring Renée Fleming, Caroline Bowman and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2020

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is inviting you to tune-in for exciting virtual Holiday programming between now and January 1, 2021. The Kennedy Center is honoring this December unlike any other in recent memory by sharing performances from across the country and numerous communities and cultures to celebrate traditions held dear

Jamie Bell & Margaret Qualley Will Lead FRED & GINGER Biopic
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 11, 2020

Jamie Bell and Margaret Qualley are set to portray one of the most famous pairs of dancers of all time in an upcoming biopic.

SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN: THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT to Be Presented on YouTube
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2020

RAINBOW SUN PRODUCTIONS presents Santa Claus is Comin' To Town: The 50th Anniversary Event, a special video presentation commemorating the 50th anniversary of the classic Rankin/Bass stop-motion holiday special. 

Broadway Palm to Livestream HOLIDAY INN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2020

 Broadway Palm will present their production of Irving Berlin’s HOLIDAY INN through a live stream for two performances only on Saturday, December 19, 2020. With many customers not quite ready to venture out, the theatre believes this will be a wonderful way to share the joy of live theatre in the safety and comfort of home. 

BWW Blog: Holiday Movie Musicals to Watch With Your Family
by Student Blogger: Maya Mehrara - Dec 7, 2020

The holiday season is quickly approaching, and after the emotional rollercoaster that is 2020, everyone is ready to celebrate with their loved ones this year.

BWW Music Video Review: Hop On Jack Scott's TRAIN RIDE For A Wonderful Trip Of Joy
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 1, 2020

Train Ride is more than just a lovely song with a well-made video: it's a beacon of hope for romantics of all demographics, past and present.

Theater Stories: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, Vaudeville History, Theater Ghosts and More About The Palace Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2020

This week's Theater Stories features the Palace Theatre! Learn about the theatre's rich history with vaudeville, the films to have made their premiere at the theatre, including Citizen Kane and others, the most recent show to be performed in the theatre, the SpongeBob musical, and much more!

129 Musicals & Shows You Can Stream From Home in 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 21, 2020

BroadwayWorld put together a list of all the live action musicals you can stream on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, BroadwayHD, and Disney Plus. Are you looking for something to get your mind off… all of this? So are we. Because everyone needs some escape,

Broadway Palm Welcomes The Holiday Season With Irving Berlin's HOLIDAY INN!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2020

Broadway Palm is welcoming the holidays with the Irving Berlin classic HOLIDAY INN playing now through December 26, 2020. This heartwarming production is a musical adaptation of the 1942 classic holiday film starring Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire.

David Burnham, Nita Whitaker, Michelle London and More Featured in A DIFFERENT KIND OF CHRISTMAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2020

A Different Kind of Christmas is designed for a socially-distanced holiday. The on-demand Christmas special was created because many church and community holiday events have been cancelled because of the pandemic. The one-hour special is designed to bring the joy and excitement into the home.

Smuin Extends Virtual Classes In Pilates, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballet & More Through December 23
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2020

Since launching in April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Zoom-based drop-in Virtual Classes in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness and more.

Holiday Cheer Is Right Around the Corner as ABC Announces Its Seasonal Programming Lineup
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 30, 2020

ABC today announced its slate of holiday programming, inviting families everywhere to cozy up on the couch under a warm blanket and get into the yuletide spirit with beloved classics and new favorites.  

VIDEO: Chloé Arnold, Maud Arnold and Judith Hill Pay Tribute to Irving Berlin's TOP HAT With 'Cheek to Cheek'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2020

Today Concord Theatricals, on behalf of The Irving Berlin Music Company and in coordination with CLI Studios, released the third and final video in their series celebrating the 85th anniversary of Irving Berlin’s 1935 musical film TOP HAT, starring Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. 

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