Janis Joplin News

The chart-toppers - those whimsical tunes we can't help but love - take us on a delightful trip down memory lane. They're like little time machines, whisking us back to moments long gone, laughter with friends, tearful heartbreaks, and the dancing butterflies of first loves.

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at the New Vic Theatre, starring Tony nominee Mary Bridget Davies. The music-driven production explores the life and influences of Janis Joplin.

Delray Beach Playhouse will present 42ND STREET and BEEHIVE: THE 60S MUSICAL as part of its expanded summer season. The two Main Stage productions mark the first time the Florida theater has mounted two summer musicals in one year.

INSIDE AMERICAN PIE will premiere in the UK at Curve in Leicester before returning to Toronto’s CAA Theatre April 14–May 3, 2026. The Harmony House docu-concert explores Don McLean’s “American Pie” and 1960s American culture through live performance.

The Delray Beach Playhouse is making this summer bigger than ever with the announcement of two full-scale musical productions as part of its Summer Musicals at the Delray Beach Playhouse series.

Big hair, bigger voices, and zero apologies. Beehive: The 60s Musical at TexARTS is pure jukebox joy: love songs turn into liberation anthems, wigs rise as the decade unfolds, and seven powerhouse women keep the audience laughing and singing along. Profound? No. A ridiculously good time? Abso-freaking-lutely.

Florida Studio Theatre will present the Tony-nominated musical A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN starting March 11. The production promises a vibrant tribute to the iconic singer with a powerful performance by its lead.

Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for February 2026 include Mrs. Doubtfire and more.

Tanglewood has revealed the details of its 2026 season, opening in late June and continuing to Labor Day weekend. The schedule brings many of the world’s most exciting musicians to the beautiful Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts.

The popular literary event, Letters Live, will return to the Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday 22 April, in support of climate charity Greenpeace. Learn more here!

​Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma will open its 2026 Season with an electrifying musical tribute to some of the greatest female voices of the 20th century in Beehive- The 60s Musical!

Florida Studio Theatre will stage the Florida premiere of GRANDMA GATEWOOD TOOK A WALK, starting February 4. The play celebrates the true story of Emma Gatewood's historic solo hike.

“BOOM! 15th Anniversary Concert” runs January 14–17, 2026, at 54 Below, with performances at 7 PM. A livestream option is available for the January 17th show.

Writer, composer, and producer T.J. Armand has announced the release of Happy Hour Blues – Volume 2 (Demo Sessions), the latest chapter in his three-volume recording project.

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will continue its 47th season 'Truth and Illusion' with the West Coast premiere of the hit Broadway play, based on the making of the movie Jaws, The Shark is Broken.

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Prolific songwriter and producer Jerry Ragovoy has been inducted posthumously into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Ragovoy, who passed away in 2011 at age 80, was honored during an intimate ceremony held in New York City.

Florida Studio Theatre has revealed the lineup for the 2025-2026 Forums Series, featuring five panel discussions inspired by the themes explored in the theatre’s productions of A Tailor Near Me, Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground and more.

Florida Studio Theatre has announced its 2026 Stage III Series, featuring EISENHOWER: THIS PIECE OF GROUND, GRANDMA GATEWOOD TOOK A WALK, and A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN.