James Earl Jones News

Acclaimed theatre director Michael Wilson will be spending the summer in St. Louis to helm the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis’ production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Wilson, who has long examined the works of Tennessee Williams could not pass up the opportunity to work in St. Louis.  

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of THE LION KING with a special fan screening at The El Capitan Theatre on July 11 at 7 PM.

2025 may be on its way out, but a whole new Broadway season has just begun!  Looking for the best shows to see in summer and fall of 2025 ? Our editors have rounded up info on all of the Broadway productions which have revealed full details of their upcoming engagements. Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in the rest of 2025 including plays, musicals, revivals, new shows and of course - stars!

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The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has announced the cast for their upcoming production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble set to bring the classic play to life.

Left on Tenth has set its Broadway dates and theater! Learn more about when and where you can catch the show here!

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Carson Kressley and Douglas Carter Beane visited the James Earl Jones Theatre to catch one of the final performances of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL. Check out photos here!

Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, is coming to The Paramount Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, will come to Portland for a one-week Engagement at Keller Auditorium

Today, June 23, 2024, Broadway says goodbye to two limited-run productions and one open-run production. An Enemy of the People takes its final bow at the Circle in the Square Theatre following 23 previews and 112 regular performances; Patriots will conclude its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre following 21 previews and 72 regular performances; and The Heart of Rock and Roll concludes at the James Earl Jones Theatre following 24 previews and 72 regular performances.

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Actors’ Equity Association has revealed that the chorus of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will receive the 2024 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. Learn more about the award and the production!

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services.  Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!

In a new interview, music legend Jon Bon Jovi admitted that he is not interested in pursuing a Broadway musical inspired by his work, despite many offers over the years. “I’ve been asked to do that 100 times,” he told Variety.

Julie Chen Moonves rocked out on Broadway, catching the new musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL at the James Earl Jones Theatre. See photos from her visit!

Ford's Theatre Society celebrated the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln at its Annual Gala on Sunday evening, June 9, 2024, at Ford's Theatre. Learn more about the event.

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The original The Lion King will be re-released in theaters on July 12th, according to an Instagram post on the official Disney account.

What a mess – the characters I mean. Sondheim’s original Tony-winning play examines both the merit and harsh realities of relationships as seen through the perspective of a detached, intimacy avoiding individual. They’re all delightfully dysfunctional, their relationships messy, beautifully mirroring reality.