Gene Kelly News

An overly-enthusiastic sold-out crowd filled the Benedum Center as Pittsburgh CLO and The Michael J. Kara Family celebrated Allegheny County’s finest high school musical theater performers at the 34th Annual Pittsburgh CLO Gene Kelly Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater on Saturday, May 24, 2025.

Pittsburgh CLO has revealed the nominees for the 34th Annual Gene Kelly Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater. Learn more about the awards here!

Ballet Co.Laboratory will present Peter Davison's An American in Paris May 16-18, 2025, at E.M. Pearson Theatre in Saint Paul. Inspired by the 1951 movie musical starring Gene Kelly, this ballet adaptation is a love letter to resilience, creativity, and the enduring power of art.

The Southbank Centre has announced an exciting dance programme. The programme brings together different artforms across the Summer, taking over the 11-acre site by the River Thames with Dance Your Way Home.

Pittsburgh CLO, in association with 42nd Parallel Productions, has announced the cast of the highly anticipated world premiere of MADAME CLICQUOT: A Revolutionary Musical, an empowering new production based on the extraordinary true story of the woman who revolutionized the champagne industry.

Sarasota Opera has announced the return of its popular summer movie  series: Classic Movies at the Opera House and HD at the Opera House, celebrating the  Sarasota Opera House's cinematic roots and vibrant cultural legacy.

Pittsburgh CLO has unveiled the Creative Teams for the highly anticipated 2025 PNC Summer of Musicals. This esteemed group of creative visionaries will bring the magic of Broadway to life throughout the summer season.

Kansas City Jazz Orchestra Executive Director Alyssa Bell Jackson has announced the last events for the 2024-2025 Signature Series, Glamour of Old Hollywood, featuring a Jazz Gala on Friday, May 30 at 6:00pm and multimedia concert on Saturday, May 31 at 7 p.m. at Stephen Metzler Hall in the Folly Theater.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Patrick Adiarte, who was known for his roles in films like The King and I and Flower Drum Song, has passed away at age 81 following declining health.

What did our critic think of BROKEN LOVE at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews the program of two contrasting ballets that runs through April 18th at the War Memorial Opera House.

An American in Paris will be shown on The Park Theatre’s Big Screen, Saturday, April 26, at 7 pm. Winner of 6 Oscars, the film is a glorious, Technicolor paean to the golden age of the Hollywood musical. 

Derby Dinner Playhouse will present the classic musical comedy, 'Singin' in the Rain' this spring. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Felix Hagan captivates at 54 Below with a solo show accompanying himself on piano, showcasing resilient optimism and musical virtuosity, while his co-written 'Operation Mincemeat' brings British wartime absurdity to Broadway's John Golden Theatre.

Marquis Floyd, a member of the national tour ensemble of Disney's The Lion King, passed away suddenly on March 23. Disney Theatrical Group confirmed the death but has not disclosed additional details.

Patricia Ward Kelly, wife and biographer of the late Hollywood legend Gene Kelly brought her acclaimed show, Gene Kelly - A Life in Music to Auckland, New Zealand this week for a special show with the Auckland Philharmonia orchestra. Audiences were treated to an additional surprise when international star Michael Crawford made a surprise appearance. Long before he created the lead role of The Phantom of the Opera, Crawford was directed as Cornelius Hackl, by Gene Kelly in the film adaptation of the musical Hello, Dolly!, opposite Barbra Streisand and Walter Matthau. 

Kelly Strayhorn Theater will present two upcoming Freshworks: New Performances in Progress in the Winter/Spring 2025 season, featuring Afro-Latina soprano Zuly Inirio and choreographer Anya Collins.

What did our critic think of CRAZY FOR YOU at Broadway Palm?

Internationally recognized for his portrayal as Josh Chan on the CW’s Golden Globe Award and Emmy Award-winning comedy-drama series 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,' Vincent Rodriguez III is making his homecoming to the Philippines.

The Broadway League Foundation has announced 55 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 16th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place on Monday, June 23, 2025 at 7:30pm at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre.

The Wilmington Drama League has done it again, delivering a production that is equal parts gut-busting comedy and deeply moving storytelling. THE FULL MONTY, with its mix of raucous humor, tender moments, and an unforgettable finale, is no small undertaking—but under the confident direction of Liz Hazlett (with a duel role of Music Director) the show shines as a triumphant celebration of resilience, camaraderie, and self-acceptance.