McDonald News

Check out footage of the reopening of the newly-restored Majestic Theatre!

 The Shubert Organization hosted a reveal of the newly restored Majestic Theatre  on Monday, September 9 after a 16-month restoration process. Check out photos of the newly restored theatre here!

One of the most exciting updates to expect from the 2024 revival of GYPSY will be the inclusion of a fully restored score- a project that is being helmed by Musical Supervisor, Director and Conductor Andy Einhorn. He checked in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about the work he and his colleagues are doing to create a Gypsy that hasn't been heard since 1959.

Her music inspired generations… and beginning September 20, Cumberland County Playhouse will present Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!

Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 10, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Rob Rokicki, known for THE LIGHTNING THIEF MUSICAL, will release his new single 'Manifester' featuring Kelly McIntyre. Learn more!

Audra McDonald and the Gypsy orchestra have reopened the Majestic Theatre! Get a first listen to the overture from the upcoming revival.

Following 2024's The Earned It Tour trek that included theaters from New Orleans to Boston and beyond, as well as one-offs joining Billy Currington, Kip Moore, Jon Pardi, and Morgan Wallen, Fleet's 2025 Hard Work & Holy Water Tour kicks-off on Feb. 13 in Fayetteville, Ark. with special guests Everette, and ends back in Tennessee 26-shows later.

The Beach Boys are coming to the Capitol Theatre this month! The performance is set for Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Galerie Lucida will welcome the fall season with Photographica, a group exhibition of conceptual photographic imagery showcasing nine internationally-recognized artists, each of whom is well-represented in major museum and private collections.

Theatre Beyond Broadway has announced the world premiere production of Notes from a Narcissistic Negro and Other N Words as part of the United Solo Fesitival Fall 2024 at Theatre Row.

Special guest vocalists Rob Houchen, Christine Alladoo, Amy di Bartolemeo, Oliver Tompsett, Lucie Jones, and Stuart Matthew Price will join internationally acclaimed songwriter SCOTT ALAN live at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 10 November 2024 at 6.30PM.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Tony-nominated costume designer, Michael McDonald. McDonald passed away on September 4 due to complications from a brief illness at the age of 61.

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA opens Ocala Civic Theatre’s 74th season. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Raphael Picciarelli (Managing Director of Strategy and Transformation) shared that they want to 'create something similar to a music festival.'

Americana/rock group The Erly announced their new album 'Salem Lights,' featuring eleven tracks that blend folk and classic rock. The LP explores themes of heartbreak, loss, redemption, and gratitude.

Cortland Repertory Theatre announced 'Tapestry Unraveled: The Music of Carole King' as part of their 'Sounds of Music' Concert Series, featuring Tina Naponelli on September 11 at the Little York Pavilion.

BroadwayHD will present the world streaming premiere of the Off-Broadway musical, Between the Lines this month. Learn more about the show and see how to watch.