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Mountain Theatre Company opened THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at the Highlands Performing Arts Center on October 6, 2023. Get a first look at photos!

Mountain Theatre Company presents THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at the Highlands Performing Arts Center. Experience the cult classic musical with a new twist, featuring a talented cast and dazzling production. Don't miss this glamorous and glittery reimagining of Rocky Horror.

Norwood commands Stax-inspired horns on his new record, featuring a cover of an Otis Redding classic. Get a sneak peek now before the album drops. As Norwood sings on “The Knockdown Dragout” — the ensemble, album, and first single all share the same name — he is a fighter.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of soulful music as Signature Theatre announces the cast for How Sweet It Is: The Men Of Soul Cabaret. Join Isaac 'Deacon Izzy' Bell and Derrick D. Truby Jr. for a tribute to the legendary Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, and more.

Parson James releases his most personal song yet, 'Little Fires,' detailing his journey to self-acceptance and coming to terms with his sexuality. The emotionally charged music video, directed by Until The Ribbon Breaks, accompanies the track. Parson James opens up about the song's meaning and the importance of supporting and uplifting youth.

Tower of Power, known for their iconic horn-led funk and soul sound, is celebrating 55 years of touring and comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center on Sunday, November 5.

Fleet was backed by his five-piece band of close friends for the robust set that included songs from his recently-released third studio album Earned It, like “Things I Take For Granted,” “Lucky Dog,” “Layaway,” “25-8,” and more. Sing-along covers “With A Little Help From My Friends” and “Mountain Music” complemented original fan favorites.

Mark Newman is back on tour this October - appearing LIVE on Guitar and vocals with the legendary 60’s group, The Blues Project led by original drummer Roy Blumenfeld in a new lineup that also includes Ken Clark, Chris Bergson & Jesse Williams. East Coast Tour dates include stops in Saugerties & NYC’s Iridium and more. 

The album, which entered the US Billboard album chart at No. 1 upon release in 1992, was named after a post-Civil War southern hymnal and is home to some of the band's biggest hits, including 'Remedy,' “Sting Me,” and 'Thorn in My Pride” which were #1 on the Billboard Main Stream Rock Airplay chart for a combined total of 21 weeks.

Start your holiday engines and get ready to trim the tree: Murray & Peter Present proudly brings audiences across the nation a holiday tradition, A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS, featuring contestants from the Emmy-Award winning television show RuPaul's Drag Race on MTV.

The release of Netflix’s original show Bridgerton launched Vitamin String Quartet into the mainstream spotlight with their versions of “thank u, next,” “bad guy,” and “In My Blood” being highlights of the first season. The second season, as well as Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, saw VSQ’s music front and center again.

For a limited season, this September, the Lyric Theatre will host two new pieces of work, which have received rave reviews from this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

There is something extremely refreshing when a theatre company gives its patrons the opportunity to experience a rare gem. Now, there’s nothing wrong with producing a show that is popular with the masses, but out of the thousands of musicals out there waiting to be performed, giving a rarely produced and underappreciated property the chance to breathe on the stage is, to me, the ultimate gift to theatre fans. That is why I was thrilled to have the chance to experience A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC – the season opener for Orlando’s Central Florida Vocal Arts (CFVA) at the Dr. Phillips Center. And I am here to tell you, CFVA’s production is absolutely magnificent – and one that you simply do not want to miss.

Get an exclusive first look at the highly anticipated production of ROCK OF AGES at Mountain Theatre Company. Don't miss these behind-the-scenes snapshots and discover what's in store for this electrifying musical.

Highlighting mature women’s stories, THE WEEKEND is brought to the stage with Sarah Goodes (Director) presentation of Sue Smith’s adaptation of Charlotte Wood’s 2019 novel of the same name.

On Thursday, August 17th, Gold certified singer-songwriter and member of Bethel Music Josh Baldwin will make his much-anticipated debut at the legendary Grand Ole Opry.

The Downtown Cabaret Theatre has announced the opening of the musical Guys and Dolls on September 15, 2023.

Mountain Theatre Company opened ROCK OF AGES at the Highlands Performing Arts Center on July 28, 2023. The Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical tells the story of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock 'n' roll romance on the Sunset Strip. Aspiring rock star Drew has dreams to take the stage as the next big thing while also longing for Sherri, fresh off the bus from Kansas with stars in her eyes. But when the bar where rock reigns supreme is set to be demolished by German developers, it's up to these wannabe rockers and their band of friends to save the day - and the music!

Explore the first solo museum survey of photographs by Rhona Bitner at The Wellin Museum of Art. Discover seven photographic series spanning three decades, showcasing Bitner's captivating images of music, dance, and theater. On view September 9 - December 9, 2023.

Stax Records and Craft Recordings will release Stax Christmas, a new 12-track collection of holiday classics and originals from soul music’s biggest stars, including Isaac Hayes, Booker T. & the M.G.’s and the Staple Singers. Get all the details now!