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Jim Loftus Named President/CEO of Legendary WBEB-FM Philadelphia
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 21, 2015


Veteran radio executive Jim Loftus has been named President/CEO of Philadelphia's most iconic radio station WBEB, 101.1 MORE FM. In his capacity as President/CEO, Jim will report to the company's Board of Directors and be responsible for all the day-to-day operations of the station. Commenting on the hiring of Loftus, WBEB-FM Chairman Jerry Lee said, 'I've known Jim for over a quarter of a century and I am very excited about the energy and ideas that he will bring to the table. I am confident he will lead us to new levels of success and I personally could not be more pleased.'

Flat Rock Playhouse to Present PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 21, 2015


The Flat Rock Playhouse 2015 season will continue with the delightful feel-good musical Pump Boys & Dinettes, which will run from October 1st through October 25th on the Clyde & Nina Allen Mainstage in the village of Flat Rock.

Photo Flash: First Look at Colte Julian, Allison Sill and More in Paramount Theatre's OKLAHOMA!
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 21, 2015


Everything's up to date in Aurora, where nearly 27,000 subscribers (and still counting) have already signed up for the Paramount Theatre's 2015-16 four-show Broadway Musical Series.

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives Play Pepperdine's Smothers Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2015


Five-time Grammy-winning Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives bring their signature blend of blues, gospel, and rock 'n' roll to Smothers Theatre at Pepperdine University tonight, September 17 at 8 p.m.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Run 10/1-11/21 at Broadway Palm
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 16, 2015


Broadway Palm is thrilled to present the national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET playing October 1 through November 21, 2015. This international, Tony Award-Winning musical is inspired by the electrifying true story when four rock 'n' roll icons came together as a red-hot band for one unforgettable night!

Elizabeth A. Davis and Gary Farmer to Lead Goodspeed's INDIAN JOE This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Sep 9, 2015


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Tony nominee Elizabeth A. Davis and actor Gary Farmer will lead the cast of Goodspeed's INDIAN JOE. Based on a true story, INDIAN JOE, a new musical about discovering the true meaning of family, will inspire Connecticut audiences this fall. An acoustic powerhouse cast of actor-musicians will weave a tuneful tale that beats with pure American heart and soul. Don't miss INDIAN JOE, October 22 through November 15 at The Norma Terris Theatre in Chester, Conn.

TG Sheppard to Release New Album 'Legendary Friends & Country Duets'
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 8, 2015


Since leaving home in 1961 to pursue a career in music, TG Sheppard has done it all. He scored a job as a promotions executive for RCA Records, where he became friends with Elvis Presley who believed in his talent so much that he gave him his first tour bus, topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart an astonishing 21 times, and left an everlasting mark on Country music. Over the years, the smooth singer/songwriter has made a lot of impressive friends, which inspired the vision for his upcoming album, Legendary Friends & Country Duets, which is set for release on Oct. 30 via Cleopatra Records. On the upcoming project, TG collaborates with some of the most influential artists of all-time and those that he can actually call his personal friends.

Peter Frampton to Play bergenPAC, 10/14
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2015


Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood, New Jersey presents Peter Frampton Raw: An Acoustic Tour, Sunday, October 11, 2015 at 7PM. Purchase tickets to see Peter Frampton play acoustic only sets for the first time ever at www.ticketmaster.com or Box Office at 201.227.1030. 

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' to Return to Porchlight This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2015


Porchlight Music Theatre announces the return of its multi award-winning hit AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', November 14 - December 20, music by Thomas "Fats" Waller, book by Murray Horowitz and Richard Maltby Jr., direction and choreography by multi Jeff-Award winner and Artistic Associate Brenda Didier with music direction by Jeff-Award winning Porchlight Artistic Associate Austin Cook at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. 

BWW Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Trevor Worden - Aug 31, 2015


The songs of the early rock and roll awakening, still rock and roll in Ogunquit Playhouse's newest production of Million Dollar Quartet.

Chris Isaak Set for Boulder Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2015


97.3 KBCO & Z2 Entertainment will present Chris Isaak at the Boulder Theater tonight, August 29th, 2015.

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Stage Tube - Aug 28, 2015


The Ogunquit Playhouse is the first regional theatre in the country to produce the Tony Award-winning musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, onstage now through September 19, 2015. BroadwayWorld has highlights from the show below!

9 TO 5, THE MUSIC MAN & More Set for Flat Rock Playhouse's 2016 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 27, 2015


The Flat Rock Playhouse announced today the plays, musicals and Music on the Rock concerts slated for the 2016 Season as well as a streamlined subscription package plan.

Photo Flash: First Look at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Ogunquit Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2015


The Ogunquit Playhouse is the first regional theatre in the country to produce the Tony Award-winning musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, onstage now through September 19, 2015. Scroll down for a first look at the cast onstage, plus a shot of the team on opening night, last night, August 21, 2015. The cast and crew gathered at Bintliff's Restaurant in Ogunquit for a lively after party!

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives to Play Pepperdine's Smothers Theatre, 9/17
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2015


Five-time Grammy-winning Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives bring their signature blend of blues, gospel, and rock 'n' roll to Smothers Theatre at Pepperdine University on Thursday, September 17 at 8 p.m.

ELVIS MY WAY Set for Suncoast Showroom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 15, 2015


Brandon Bennett returns to the Suncoast Showroom to celebrate the “King of Rock 'n' Roll” with his “Elvis My Way” show this weekend, Aug. 15 and 16.

Ogunquit Playhouse's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Begins Next Week
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 13, 2015


The Ogunquit Playhouse is thrilled to be the first regional theatre in the country to produce the Tony Award-winning musical Million Dollar Quartet, on stage August 19 to September 19. This high voltage rock 'n roll show, with book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, is inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session that brought together music icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for one of the greatest jam sessions of all time. Featuring timeless hits such as 'Blue Suede Shoes,' 'Great Balls of Fire,' 'I Walk the Line,' 'Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On,' 'Fever,' 'Folsom Prison Blues,' 'Hound Dog' and more, this thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio with four major talents who came together as a red-hot rock 'n' roll band for one unforgettable night.

Chris Isaak Returns to Fred Kavli Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2015


Platinum-selling and Grammy nominated singer/songwriter, Chris Isaak returns to the Fred Kavli Theatre, tonight, August 13, 2015 at 7:30 pm.

Photo Flash: Village Blend Joins MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Celebrate 1,000th Performance on the Strip
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2015


Tuesday night (Aug. 4, 2015) beloved Las Vegas non-profit, Opportunity Village's Village Blend vocal group joined the cast of the smash-hit musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET onstage for a special encore performance at Harrah's Las Vegas. In celebration of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET's 1,000th performance on the Las Vegas Strip, Village Blend performed Carl Perkins' 'Blue Suede Shoes' alongside the rockin' cast for an enthusiastic audience. Scroll down for photos and footage!

Village Blend Helps Celebrate MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET's 1,000th Performance Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2015


In celebration of the smash-hit musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET's 1,000th performance on the Las Vegas Strip this August, local non-profit Opportunity Village's Village Blend vocal group will join the cast onstage for a special encore performance tonight, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. in the Harrah's Las Vegas Showroom. Members of Village Blend will take the stage for a one-night-only performance of Carl Perkins' legendary tune 'Blue Suede Shoes' alongside the talented cast during the finale.

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