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The idea of the concept album took flight at the same time as the idea of the rock musical. A concept album introduces audiences to the score of a musical by deliberately releasing an album of the songs before any live production exists at all. The concept album ostensibly stands on its own terms.

In honor of the Aida’s 25th anniversary, BroadwayWorld spoke to stars Heather Headley (Aida), Adam Pascal (Radames), Sherie Rene Scott (Amneris), Schele Williams (Nehebka), as Thomas Schumacher (original producer and Disney Theatrical Group chief for its first three decades), lyricist Tim Rice, and book writer David Henry Hwang to compile an oral history of the show’s early days, transition to Broadway, and legacy beyond the boards.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Broadway Dreams’ annual gala will honor Jerry Mitchell and take place this December. Learn more about the event, including who is performing, and see how to attend here.

McCarter Theatre Center will open its fall presenting season with Camille A. Brown & Dancers performing I AM. A five-time Tony Award nominee, Brown has redefined boundaries across dance, opera, and Broadway.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! See the full lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets!

The trailer has been released for Playing the Palace, a new feature documentary chronicling the history and recent transformation of Broadway’s Palace Theatre. The documentary features interviews with Bernadette Peters, Joel Grey, Heather Headley, Ben Platt, and more.

ALL ARTS will premiere a new slate of original programming throughout May and June as part of Broadway and Beyond, including Mandy Gonzalez in Concert and the return of the fan-favorite series Broadway Sandwich.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 31, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

MCC Theater just released Miscast: The Studio Sessions, featuring twelve iconic songs from the last 25 years of Miscast, newly recorded. Check out album higlights, including performances by Heather Headley, Stephanie J. Block,

A new album featuring some of the best Miscast performances from years' past will be released this month! MCC Theater's Miscast: The Studio Sessions will be released on March 28.

Marisha Wallace will be bringing her “biggest ever headline show” to the Adelphi Theatre for one-night only on 11 March. Recently, we had the chance to chat with Marisha Wallace about her upcoming concert. We discussed her journey from the States to the UK, her return to the Adelphi Theatre after she performed there in Waitress and even a bit about the creative process behind the show!

Disney has debuted a new clip from The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl, the concert experience now on Disney+. In the video, original Broadway performer Heather Headley takes the stage to perform her rendition of the powerful song Shadowland. Watch it here!

On a recent appearance to the Tamron Hall show, Tony-winner Heather Headley took the stage to sing 'He Is,' a song that originally appeared on her debut album. Watch her performance now!

Carnegie Hall has revealed programming for its 2025–2026 season, including more than 170 concerts and Broadway stars like Shoshana Bean, Heather Headley, Cheyene Jackson, Mandy Gonzalez, Patti LuPone, Megan Hilty & More. See the full lineup here, including dates and how to get tickets.

BroadwayWorld sat down with Heather Headley to discuss the new Lion King concert on Disney+, the ongoing Broadway production, and the legacy of the franchise.

This February, there are plenty of new things for Broadway fans to stream across our favorite streaming services, including Sara Bareilles' Waitress, The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl, and more!

Disney has debuted the performance of Hakuna Matata from The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl. In the video, original film performers Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, and Jason Weaver reunite for a rendition of the fan-favorite song. Watch it now!

Watch a new clip from The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl. In the video, EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson performs a powerful rendition of the iconic number Circle of Life, surrounded by costumed performers and accompanied by a full orchestra. Watch it now!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 31, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.