Michael Baxter News

The Olivier-nominated international stage sensation THE CHOIR OF MAN continues its sell-out West End run, with new tickets released for dates until 30 July 2023.

The Muny announced has announced the directors, choreographers and music director/conductors for The Muny’s 2023 Premier Season. See details about The Muny's season, and see how to purchase tickets.

The Choir of Man has extended its booking in the West End until 28 May 2023. The production opened at the Arts Theatre on 1 October.

THE CHOIR OF MAN is returning to the West End, opening at the Arts Theatre on 1 October. The company will feature a highly skilled mixture of actors, musicians, and instrumentalists. See rehearsal photos and video here!

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and The Muny have announced details about their latest collaboration: the upcoming concert honoring the late Stephen Sondheim A Little Sondheim Music on Sunday, October 2, at 3:00pm.

Full casting has been announced for the Olivier-nominated international stage sensation THE CHOIR OF MAN as it returns to the West End, opening at the Arts Theatre on 1 October, with a press night on 13 October.

Joining the previously announced principal cast is Shereen Pimentel (Guenevere/Reveler), Evan Ruggiero (Sir Dinadan/Reveler), Daryl Tofa (Sir Lionel/Reveler), Sarah Quinn Taylor (Sir Sagramore/Reveler), Riley Carter Adams (Tom of Warwick/Reveler), and Barrett Riggins (Mordred/Squire Dap/Reveler).

The Muny announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for The Muny’s 2022 season, which opens on June 13 with the celebrated return of the 2021 hit that audiences went “Whoopee!” for, the Tony Award-winning Chicago.

If you've been scrolling through TikTok this past week, you might have seen users on the app performing fast-paced steps, throwing smooth punches, and leaping through the air to the song 'Legally Blonde Remix' from the fan-favorite musical Legally Blonde. This choreography originally served as the dance call for The Muny's summer production, created by choreographer William Carlos Angulo, but it has quickly become the newest TikTok dance trend, resulting in thousands of videos on the popular app and a record number of auditions for the summer season received by the popular St. Louis theatre.

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre has released production photos for this year’s spectacular family pantomime CINDERELLA which plays until Sunday 9 January 2022.

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre invites you inside the rehearsal room with exclusive new rehearsal photographs for this year’s spectacular family pantomime CINDERELLA from Saturday 4 December 2021 – Sunday 9 January 2022.  

The previously announced AJ and Curtis Pritchard (Prince Charming and Dandini), Denise Pearson (Fairy Godmother) and Evie Pickerill (Cinderella) are joined by Tam Ryan (Buttons), Ian Adams (Dame Penny Pockets), Ella Biddlecombe and Britt Lenting (Wicked Stepsisters) and Julie Stark (Wicked Stepmother).

Jack Sippel (The Prom) and Brendon Stimson (Mean Girls), in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, have announced the new podcast AGAIN FROM THE TOP.  The new podcast explores the moment in performing arts professional’s careers that they found their stride.

Drury Lane Theatre has announced its 2021/2022 Season will begin in September 2021. Drury Lane’s 66th Season includes Evita, The King and I, Steel Magnolias, Forever Plaid, and Holiday Inn. Drury Lane Theatre’s season runs September 2021 – July 2022 at 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace.

The Muny announced today the choreographers and music directors for its Muny Kids and Teens 2020 season. The Muny's flagship education programs, The Muny Kids and Teens are two of nine offerings under The Crawford Taylor Education Initiative. Muny Director of Education, Tali Allen, and Artistic Associate, Michael Baxter, will serve as Artistic Directors for the groups. Information regarding upcoming auditions for The Muny Kids and Teens can be found here.

Over the spring school holidays, the Circus Oz Big Top will return to Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens to premiere the latest Circus Oz creation: Aurora directed by Circus Oz Artistic Facilitator: Kate Fryer with creative input from outgoing Circus Oz Artistic Director: Rob Tannion.

The Missouri History Museum's current special exhibit Muny Memories: 100 Seasons Onstagecloses on Sunday, June 2, 2019 and to commemorate the occasion, the Museum is inviting the public to participate in an attempt to set the record for the World's Largest Modern Jazz Dance Class.  

Circus Oz and Company 2 will create a mesmerising world this June with the world premiere of Wunderage - an astonishing spectacle told through breathtaking physical feats, heart-stirring live music and honest humour.

Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, present one of Broadway's great musicals, Evita. Sponsored by Bobbie Olsen and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Evita performs on the Stark Stage from January 8-27, 2019.

Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic DirectorCEO Allen D. Cornell and Managing DirectorCOO Jon R. Moses, present one of Broadway's great musicals, Evita. Sponsored by Bobbie Olsen and Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers Group, Evita performs on the Stark Stage from January 8-27, 2019.