John Legend News

Shea’s Performing Arts Center has revealed its April schedule of productions and special events. The lineup includes spectacle-filled new musical Water for Elephants, a performance by John Legend, and more.

Watch a first look video of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Casa Mañana, a family-friendly production running March 21–April 12, 2026, featuring music by Cyndi Lauper, David Bowie, and more.

The ensemble fills the space with an energy that is simply electric. They produce a wall of sound with wonderful harmonies.

The Man on The Run, an introspective look into the life and career of Paul McCartney, is the latest installment in the ongoing Words + Music series, now available exclusively from Audible.

Law Roach will make his Broadway producing debut with CATS: The Jellicle Ball. Inspired by the original CATS musical, The Jellicle Ball blends the iconic score with contemporary dance, fashion, and storytelling.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Birdland Jazz Club in New York City will present a diverse lineup of performances from March 16 to March 29, 2026. The schedule includes renowned artists and ensembles, offering a range of jazz styles and musical experiences. This period at Birdland highlights the club's commitment to featuring top-tier jazz talent and providing audiences with high-quality live music entertainment.

EGOT winner John Legend and Tony and Emmy Award-winning producer Mike Jackson, through their company Get Lifted Film Co. have joined the producing team of CATS: The Jellicle Ball.

The Jonas Brothers have released their brand-new live compilation album, Friends From Your Hometown, featuring guest performances from the band’s North American tour, including appearances by Demi Lovato, Jason Mraz, John Legend, JoJo, Jordin Sparks, and more.

Ben Jones sung 100 Years of the American Songbook in the 3/9 performance of TIMELESS. With the tender intimacy of his singing—balanced by bursts of theatricality and thrilling key changes—Jones holds the audience with him every step of the way.

Singer-songwriter and TV personality Jesse Solomon has announced his Happy To Be Here Tour, kicking off on April 25th in Philadelphia, and will see stops in DC, Nashville, Austin, Los Angeles, Chicago, and more before a final show in NYC. 

The Beach Boys will commemorate 60 years of their iconic album 'PET SOUNDS' with a special concert at Aurora's RiverEdge Park, marking a dual celebration of America's 250th year.

On the heels of being announced as a co-producer for the new musical  Imitation of Life by Lynn Nottage, Liesl Tommy and EGOT winner John Legend, National Black Theatre has revealed cast and ticket availability.

One of the most infamous figures in history, Judas Iscariot, leads a cast of icons in Broadway at Music Circus’ staging of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar. Kyle Taylor Parker returns to the round as Judas and, under Glenn Casale’s direction, looks forward to entertaining Sacramento beginning March 13th. Parker was last seen at Music Circus in 2024’s Jersey Boys as Hal Miller, and we are so glad he’s back. BroadwayWorld spoke to him about his prolific career, getting into character to play a villain, and what makes this re-imagining of the classic so special.

Casa Mañana will finish its 2025-26 Children's Theatre Season with The SpongeBob Musical: Theatre for Young Audiences Edition. The show is suitable for all audiences. 

Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, Colman Domingo, Angela Bassett, and more took home awards this past weekend at the 57th NAACP Image Awards. Check out the full list of winners now.

Acclaimed comedian, actor and entrepreneur Druski will serve as a special commentator for NBC’s “The Voice: Battle of Champions.” The eventized 29th season premieres Monday, Feb. 23 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and streams the next day on Peacock.

Last week, Broadway Across America convened approximately 250 of the commercial theater industry’s most influential leaders for the Biennial Broadway Across America Theatrical Conference. See photos.

Wellesley Repertory Theatre will present 'LIFTED,' the seventh installment in the Ufot Family Cycle, with performances scheduled across three venues in March.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.