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February features terrific events at Mayo Performing Arts Center. From the death-defying acrobatics of Cirque Zuma Zuma to the blues of the legendary Keb’ Mo’, the comedy of Paula Poundstone to a celebration of Ray Charles, there are plenty of opportunities to go out and enjoy the arts this winter at MPAC .

The Limited-Edition Blu-ray SteelBook includes access to a Digital copy of the film and boasts over three hours of legacy bonus content, including commentary with director Rob Marshall and screenwriter Bill Condon, an extensive look at the film with cast and crew interviews, plus extended musical performances.

Vancouver Opera will continue its 2022-2023 season with the company premiere of A Midsummer Night's Dream. British composer Benjamin Britten's romantic, atmospheric opera makes its VO debut on February 11 and runs for three performances, including a Sunday matinée.

Jumping The Shark is by a new comedy writing partnership -  David Cantor and Michael Kingsbury, who also directs. The production will tour the UK in 2023.

Following the record-breaking smash-hit Robin Hood, Exeter Northcott and Le Navet Bete are teaming up once again to bring you an unmissable family panto for Chrisrmas 2023 - Dick Whittington!

Tony winner James Monroe Iglehart is lending his voice to Mr. Puppypaws in Disney's animated series SuperKitties! Watch an exclusive clip of Iglehart as the series' villain now. Also voicing the recurring villains in the series are Justin Guarini ('American Idol'), Ruth Pferdehirt ('Finding Nemo: The Musical'), and Isabella Crovetti ('Vampirina').

Not even one year into his solo show career, Ben Jones presents two different cabaret musicals back-to-back in a Chelsea Table + Stage debut.

As Cirque du Soleil returns to the Royal Albert Hall this month with Kurios: Cabinet of Curiosities, we speak to its artistic director Rachel Lancaster.

We thank Nicole Cantore, Digital Integration Specialist, Global Food & Beverage for this article that informs our readers of the food choices available during the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.

What did our critic think of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Broadway Palm?

The New Jewish Theatre kicks off its 2023 season with the Neil Simon comedy Broadway Bound on January 19 – February 5. See photos from the production.

The song focuses mostly on the positive elements but also a little about the challenges, feeling relief and solace through connecting with nature. The evocative and haunting new track follows lead single “Mystic Light” and marks the first time Clyde has played piano on a recording.

Fort Lee, N.J. based Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company will begin its annual celebration of the Lunar New Year. It is the year of the rabbit and this year's presentation is the Black Water Rabbit with the world premiere of Lion in The City featuring hip-hop break-dancing legends Kwikstep and Rokafella.  Kwikstep, founder of the Full Circle Breaking Crew and a mentor to some of the best break dancers in the U.S. and Rokafella, one of the most iconic b-girls in hip-hop history will take to the stage with Nai Ni Chen on Saturday, January 21 and Sunday January 22 at 2pm.

Fifty years ago this month, Evelyn Rudie and Chris De Carlo assumed their posts as Co-Artistic Directors of Santa Monica Playhouse. Under their stewardship, the sixty-three-year-old theatre has become a treasured cultural institution in the beachside community.

Multi award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter and pianist Laila Biali will perform in Smothers Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, January 21, 2023  at the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts. 

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing the Popcorn Falls director, Rose Riccardi about her career and the upcoming show at New Jersey Repertory Company.

RockstarRican is an unbelievable talent taking the music industry by surprise. His latest project, 'Born 2 Win,' has been recognized for its stellar production value and lyrical expertise. RockstarRican also knows that one day he will be in the mainstream spotlight. He already has A&R from Defjam Records, Republic Records, And Atlantic Records.

Robyn Nevin has assembled a great cast and neatly captured the style of the era.

Insomniac Events has unveiled the lineup for the twelfth edition of its beloved two-day electronic dance music staple, Beyond Wonderland SoCal. The revered psychedelic festival returns to the NOS Events Center on Friday, March 24th and Saturday, March 25th, prominently boasting the best names across dubstep, house, techno, hard dance, and more.

Early reports indicate that last week was a good one for Box Offices, and here’s a reminder that you can get up to date gross information on BroadwayWorld when the League releases their data. With the year coming to a close last week, Cara Joy David offers her thoughts on a few of the lessons learned from 2022.