James Brown News

A.J. Croce Adds Additional 'Croce Plays Croce Tour' Dates for This Fall

by Josh Sharpe — February 24, 2026

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.

THE LION KING Will Welcome Mduduzi Madela as Simba Beginning February 24

by Stephi Wild — February 13, 2026

The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24.

Video: THE LION KING Cast Performs 'He Lives in You' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA

by Josh Sharpe — February 12, 2026

In commemoration of Black History Month, the cast of Broadway's The Lion King took over Good Morning America on Thursday for a performance of 'He Lives in You' from the hit musical, now in its 29th year on Broadway.

Review: DREAMGIRLS at Hattiloo Theatre

by Kevin Shaw — February 10, 2026

The city of Memphis is 63% African American.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Returns to Aurora’s Stolp Island Theatre Next Month

by Stephi Wild — February 9, 2026

Paramount Theatre's long-running hit musical Million Dollar Quartet has wrapped its winter break, and is rebooting to rock downtown Aurora's Stolp Island Theatre for three more months, March 4-May 31, 2026.

AN EVENING OF ALTON BROWN, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2, AND UB40: THE UNSTOPPABLE TOUR Go On Sale At MPAC

by A.A. Cristi — January 27, 2026

Mayo Performing Arts Center has announced ticket on-sale details for An Evening of Alton Brown, Menopause The Musical 2, and UB40: The Unstoppable Tour 2026.

MUSIC ON THE ROCK CONCERT SERIES Comes to Flat Rock Playhouse

by Stephi Wild — January 13, 2026

Flat Rock Playhouse will host the 2026 MUSIC ON THE ROCK concert series, featuring a lineup of performances inspired by legendary musicians.

Ann Storck Center to Host 30th Annual ROCKIN' CELEBRITY CHEFS Event

by A.A. Cristi — January 9, 2026

The Ann Storck Center will present a culinary showcase featuring top chefs from South Florida next month, offering attendees a unique tasting experience from renowned local restaurants.

Jill Scott Sets Release of Sixth Studio Album 'To Whom This May Concern'; First Single Available Now

by Josh Sharpe — January 2, 2026

Three-time GRAMMY AWARD-winning artist, actress, and poet Jill Scott has announced the release of her long-awaited sixth studio album, To Whom This May Concern.

Music Spanning 7 Centuries to Be Presented By Music Worcester in Upcoming Concerts

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 4, 2025

Music Worcester's 2025- 2026 season continues, spanning seven centuries of music offering performances from 15th century early music to contemporary jazz.

WBTT Will Host A 'Weekend Of Soul' During The Holidays

by Stephi Wild — December 4, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will offer a very special gift to the community: a Weekend of Soul, featuring the Soul Crooners and Sistas of Soul.

Video: THE LION KING Celebrates 28 Years on Broadway

by Michael Major — November 14, 2025

The Lion King is now celebrating its 28th year on Broadway.

Photos: Gavin Lee as 'Scar' in THE LION KING on Broadway

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 27, 2025

You can now get a first look at new photos of The Lion King on Broadway, featuring Gavin Lee as Scar.

Previews: LIFE AMPLIFIED PURRRFECT at The Studio At Carrollwood Cultural Center

by Deborah Bostock-Kelley — October 17, 2025

Get ready for a night of paws, performances, and purpose! Life Amplified PURRRFECT hits the stage on Saturday, November 1, from 8–10 PM at The Studio at Carrollwood Cultural Center.

Review: HAIRSPRAY at Scherr Forum Theatre

by Cary Ginell — October 13, 2025

What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Scherr Forum Theatre? 5-Star Theatricals' production of Hairspray, which opened October 10 at the Scherr Forum Theatre in Thousand Oaks, is the bubbly, effervescent morality tale about civil rights in Baltimore in the early ’60s that won Tony awards for be