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Ashley Blanchet, Ben Crawford, and More Will Lead BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023

The Muny has announced that Ashley Blanchet, Ben Crawford, Claybourne Elder, Ann Harada, Kelvin Moon Loh, Eric Jordan Young, Holly Ann Butler, Tommy Bracco, Harrison White, Debby Lennon and Michael Hobin will star in the magical production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, June 22 - 30, 2023.

Lil Nas X, Rachel Bloom & More Join THE MUPPETS MAYHEM Musical Series on Disney+
by Michael Major - Apr 12, 2023

“The Muppets Mayhem” follows The Electric Mayhem Band — Dr. Teeth, Animal, Floyd Pepper, Janice, Zoot and Lips — on a journey to record their debut album. Guest stars also include Sofia Carson, Morgan Freeman, Kesha, Lil Nas X, Ryan Seacrest, Chris Stapleton, and Zedd. Watch the first video trailer now!

Drama Book Shop To Host Author Noel MacNeal For Discussion On Lessons From SESAME STREET To THE BIG BLUE HOUSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2023

The Drama Book Shop will host a discussion with author Noel MacNeal on his latest book, Hey, This Was Really Fun: Life Lessons from Sesame Street to The Big Blue House & Beyond.

Kristin Chenoweth to Perform FOR THE GIRLS at MPAC This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2023

Emmy and Tony Award-winning performer Kristin Chenoweth will return to Mayo Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 29 at 8 pm.  

THE MUPPETS MAYHEM Musical Series Will Debut on Disney+ in May
by Michael Major - Apr 4, 2023

'The Muppets Mayhem' stars Lilly Singh ('A Little Late with Lilly Singh') as Nora, Tahj Mowry ('Baby Daddy') as Moog, Saara Chaudry ('The Mysterious Benedict Society') as Hannah, Bill Barretta as Dr. Teeth, Dave Goelz as Zoot, Eric Jacobson as Animal, Peter Linz as Lips, David Rudman as Janice, and more. Watch the video teaser for the series now!

New Laurence Fishburne Play, A WRINKLE IN TIME Workshop & More Set for New York Stage and Film 2023 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2023

New York Stage and Film returns to Marist College July 14-August 6 for their 2023 Summer Season. See the full programming, and learn how to purchase tickes!

The Ballard Institute Presents SAM AND FRIENDS - Exploring Jim and Jane Henson's First TV Show
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2023

As part of the 2023 Spring Puppet Forum Series, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry will host author and Jim Henson Society President Craig Shemin in a discussion of his new book, Sam and Friends: The Story of Jim Henson's First Television Show, on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 7 p.m. in the Ballard Institute Theater

Interview: Museum of Broadway Co-Founders Julie Boardman & Diane Nicoletti Are Making History
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2023

Read BroadwayWorld's interview with the co-founders of the Museum of Broadway Julie Boardman and Diane Nicoletti!

DORIS DEAR'S GURL TALK Bonus Episode Streaming Now On Broadway On Demand
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2023

A 'bonus' episode of the streaming series “Doris Dear's Gurl Talk” is available now on Broadway On Demand with special guest Lolly Lardpop! 

Album Review: OFF THE TOP Composer Jason Kravits Does the impossible With New Album JIM… AND OTHER FINE SUGGESTIONS
by Bobby Patrick - Feb 28, 2023

It was some fine sets of ears that produced and mixed this album, and that, plus Jason’s humorous words and music, make this a very easy-listening treat

Jason Segel Wants to Make His FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL Dracula Puppet Musical Into a Comedy Special
by Michael Major - Feb 27, 2023

Jason Segel wants to make a special about bringing his fictional Forgetting Sarah Marhsall Dracula puppet musical to Broadway. Segel originally created the musical alone in his apartment while going through a 'slow period' in his career. After writing 'Dracula's Lament,' he brought the project to Judd Apatow, who used it for the film.

The Warner Theatre's Spring Film Series To Screen THE MUPPETS TAKE MANHATTAN And KING KONG
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2023

The Warner Theatre's Spring Film Series begins with a sensory friendly screening of The Muppets Take Manhattan, March 2 at 7 pm in the Oneglia Auditorium!

Kristin Chenoweth to Reunite With Stephen Schwartz on QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Stage Musical Adaptation
by Michael Major - Feb 24, 2023

Kristin Chenoweth is set to reunite with Wicked composer Stephen Schwartz on a new musical based on the award-winning 2012 documentary The Queen of Versailles. With a book by Lindsey Ferrentino (Ugly Lies the Bone, Amy and the Orphans) and direction by Tony nominee Michael Arden (Parade, Once on This Island).

AJIAAK ON TURTLE ISLAND Brings Spectacular Puppetry to Lincoln
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2023

Travel with the cranes as they migrate across Turtle Island! Nebraska’s favorite bird takes center stage in this larger-than-life production featuring live music, dance, and some of the finest puppets in the world. The story features Native American/Indigenous artists, music, language, and culture with puppets created by the Jim Henson Creature Shop (creator of the Muppets).

Leslie Carrara-Rudolph Premiers In New Episode Of Season 4 Of The Hit Series DORIS DEAR'S GURL TALK
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2023

DeForest Theatricals has announced season 4 of the hit series 'Doris Dear's Gurl Talk' is set to premiere episode 2 with the puppeteer from “Sesame Street” and “The Muppets”, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph on the streaming network BroadwayonDemand starting February 21th at noon!

The Warner Announces 2023 Spring Film Series
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2023

The Warner Theatre has announced its 2023 Spring Movie Series! Learn more about the lineup here!

AJIJAAK ON TURTLE ISLAND Family Musical to Open at Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2023

Ajijaak on Turtle Island, a new family musical, will premiere at Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College as part of its second national tour.

Marcia Milgrom Dodge, John Tartaglia, Lili-Anne Brown & More Join The Muny's 2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 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.

Lachlan Werner Comes to the VAULT Festival Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2023

From one of the UK’s fastest rising and most innovative new talents comes a horrifying, hilarious, hot ticket Valentine’s date. Lachlan Werner brings his award-winning solo show, Voices Of Evil - a one hour tour-de-force of ventriloquism, horror, physical and vocal comedy - to VAULT Festival 2023 for a thrilling Valentine’s Special. Expect ‘The Muppets’ meets ‘The Exorcist’...

Review: PURPLE PIANO: A CELEBRATION OF PRINCE at Reynolds Performance Hall
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 24, 2023

What did our critic think of PURPLE PIANO: A CELEBRATION OF PRINCE at Reynolds Performance Hall?

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