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Review: BRIGADOON at Pasadena Playhouse

Brava to Alexandra Silber for capturing all the heart and humor of Lerner’s original book with her thoughtful new adaptation and brava to Katie Spelman for dreaming up a Brigadoon that is as ebullient and spirited as it is deeply human.

Interview: Director Katie Spelman of BRIGADOON at Pasadena Playhouse

I spoke with Chicago born, Brooklyn-based director/choreographer Katie Spelman about her focus on the unique blend of fantasy, Golden Age musical style, and deep romantic themes of Lerner & Loewe’s Brigadoon she is helming at the Pasadena Playhouse.

Flashback: Listen to Jim Caruso's Birthday Chat with Liza Minnelli

Today, March 12, 2026, the great Liza Minnelli turns 80 years old, and her birthday isn't the only thing she has to celebrate this week. Her new memoir, Kids, Wait Till You Hear This, is now available where books are sold.  To mark both occasions, we're looking back on an conversation with the legend, shared by Jim Caruso. 

Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Continues To Celebrate Broadway And Jazz At Birdland

Over the past two weeks, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party has play host to a dazzling lineup of talent. Check out photos from some of the amazing shows below! Caruso backed by the Symphony Orchestra of Billy Stritch, Daniel Glass, and Michael O’Brien welcomed the likes of Max von Essen, Dez Duron, Eva Noblezada, and more.

Photos: Teyana Taylor & Aaron Pierre Visit CHICAGO on Broadway

The cast of Chicago just welcomed a very special guest! Musician and choreographer extraordinaire Teyana Taylor and actor Aaron Pierre recently stopped by the Ambassador Theatre and posed with the cast after the show. Check out photos here!

Photos: Broadway Stars Come Together for the 27th Annual Broadway Barks

Jutst yesterday, the best of Broadway came together in Shubert Alley for the 27th annual Broadway Barks. Hosted by co-founder Bernadette Peters and Beth Leavel, the special event featured a ‘meet and greet' of all the adoptable pets, who made their Broadway debut on stage alongside some of Broadway's favorite stars. Check out photos here!

Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Launches Season 22

On Monday, July 7, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party launched it’s 22nd year at Birdland in the most unpredictable and joyfully musical way imaginable. Check out photos from the show.

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