Richard Maltby News

THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE Comes to the Weathervane Theatre This Month

by Stephi Wild — July 17, 2024

Weathervane Theatre will present the premiere of the musical revue THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE.

Interview: Anything Goes at THE BENNETT & BARTON SONG SALON at Pangea

by Rebecca Kaplan — July 9, 2024

Elena Bennett and Fred Barton will perform from their vast repertoire encompassing Hollywood, Broadway, and the Golden Age of swing.

Review: AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace

by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel — July 3, 2024

That is one of the songs written by Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller.

Review: TRIBUTE TO MALTBY & SHIRE Is a Triumph at The Cutting Room

by Rob Lester — June 21, 2024

A 'Big' salute to songwriters Maltby & Shire, hosted and music-directed by Michael Lavine, brings us 'Closer Than Ever' to perfection.

With Additional Dates, MISS SAIGON Lands in Singapore on August 15

by Oliver Oliveros — June 19, 2024

Cameron Mackintosh’s mega-musical 'Miss Saigon,' which first played at the Kallang Theatre in 2001, returns to Singapore in a reimagined production that’s 'more relevant than ever' (BroadwayWorld).

25 Theater Books for Your Summer 2024 Reading List

by Nicole Rosky — July 28, 2024

From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Summer 2024 reading list.

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup – June 17 to June 23, 2024

by Rebecca Kaplan — June 17, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week with Lena Hall, Linda Eder, Christ

Interview: Meg Flather Revisits OUTBOUND PLANE at Don't Tell Mama

by Rebecca Kaplan — June 14, 2024

Meg Flather, director Lennie Watts and music director by Tracy Stark have collaborated on seven shows together, each of which has received accolades, award nominations.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 7, 2024

by — June 7, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Marilyn Maye Will Open the American Popular Song Society 3rd Annual Gala Benefit

by Stephi Wild — May 28, 2024

Marilyn Maye will perform at the American Popular Song Society 3rd Annual Gala Benefit on Monday, June 17, 2024 at The Cutting Room.

Betsy Wolfe, The Skivvies & More Set for Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré's 2024-25 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 24, 2024

Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré has revealed its 108th season featuring musicals, plays with music, and an award-winning drama.

Kate Baldwin, Liz Callaway & More to Join AN EVENING WITH MALTBY & SHIRE AND FRIENDS

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 23, 2024

Symphony Space has revealed details of An Evening with Maltby & Shire and Friends.

Tony-Winner Richard Maltby, Jr. To Direct THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE At Weathervane Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — May 21, 2024

Tony winner Richard Maltby Jr.

Concert/Book Signing Announced to Celebrate Release of New Book CLOSER THAN EVER

by A.A. Cristi — May 21, 2024

In celebration of the release of Joshua Rosenblum's book CLOSER THAN EVER: The Unique Six-Decade Songwriting Partnership of Richard Maltby, Jr.

Richard Maltby, Jr. and David Shire Will Receive Lifetime Achievement Awards From the American Popular Song Society

by Stephi Wild — May 17, 2024

Monday, June 17, 2024 will be the American Popular Song Society 3rd Annual Gala Benefit.

MISS SAIGON Remains Relevant, Given the Continuous Acts of Violence and War Today

by Gilbert Kim Sancha — May 12, 2024

After its phenomenally successful run in Australia in collaboration with Opera Australia, GMG Productions, in association with GWB Entertainment, presented this new and stunning production in Manila, 24 years after a six-month commercially successful run in the Philippine capital.