Revered Finnish composer and musician Lauri Porra has released his spectacular new album Matter And Time. Scored for narrator, large orchestra, choir, electric ensemble and vocal soloist, Matter And Time finds Porra bringing together an array of musical influences to create a hugely ambitious work, in both scope and sound. It features broadcasting legend Stephen Fry as the narrator. Listen to the album here!
Sia and Paris Hilton have released their first-ever collaborative track “Fame Won’t Love You.” It follows a run of singles from Sia with other hitmakers like “Incredible” ft. Labrinth and “Dance Alone” ft. Kylie, in addition to the poignant solo ballad “I Forgive You.” All four of these songs are on Sia’s upcoming album Reasonable Woman, out May 3, 2024 via Atlantic Records. Listen to the song here!
Lola Brooke, the rising star of Rap, is back with a bang as she flips the switch on the release of the deluxe edition to her debut project, Dennis Daughter. The special edition welcomes four songs: 'Neighborhood Hero,' accompanied by an explosive music video out now HERE, 'GO GET YA MOTHA,' 'Bend It Ova,' featuring A Boogie and Big Freedia, and 'Becky,' featuring 41. Listen to the album here!
In this video, watch as Grammy, Emmy, and Tony nominee Vanessa Williams and Bebe Neuwirth co-host the 2024 Drama League Awards Nominations announcement from the Lincoln Center’s New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. You can watch the live stream exclusively here at BroadwayWorld.
Multiplatinum Detroit rapper Tee Grizzley turns up the heat yet again on a powerhouse new song entitled “Suffer In Silence” out now. On the track, an ominous piano loop sets the tone as Tee’s fast and furious flow kicks into high gear. He overpowers the production with a masterful lyrical display punctuated by a promise, “Ain’t done yet, still gonna be bigger. Ain’t done yet, still gonna be richer.” He alternates between punchy rhymes and arresting harmonies, showcasing his versatility once again. Listen to the song now!
With Music by Alan Menken and Book by Howard Ashman, the creative geniuses behind Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin, Little Shop of Horrors plays through April 28 at SOTA Drama Theatre.
The Rick Bogart Trio, a renowned jazz ensemble, is celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month with a special live performance this Saturday, April 20, at Le Rivage, the renowned jazz venue located at 340 W. 46th Street in New York City beginning at 8:30pm.
54 Below will present Broadway’s Cameron Loyal (Bad Cinderella), Garrett Turner (Thoughts of a Colored Man), and Aarron Patterson (Hell’s Kitchen) in The Crooner’s Corner.
Ninth annual Broadway for Self Help Africa concert was held on Monday, April 15 at 7 PM at The Cutting Room in NYC. The successful event brought together a slew of Broadway's brightest stars raising their voices, raising the roof, and raising vital funds for Self Help Africa!
An all-female and trans lineup will perform on May 1 as BAM honors two iconic trailblazers; the multi-hyphenate artist, Solange Knowles, and legendary arts producer and advocate, Mikki Shepard, for their indelible influence, inspiration, and contributions to the performing arts.
More like one elongated impromptu jam session than a typical musical, Musical Theatre West's new production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET doesn't involve a complex storyline, but instead focuses on imagining what it must have been like to be in the room where music history happened. The resulting concert-like jukebox musical is a rollicking good time.
How do a broken pit, unfinished set, and a sick actor result in six incredible performances of Urinetown (the musical!)? Love, determination, and a bit of theatre magic!
The fight for women's votes has made its way to Broadway in Suffs, a new musical from Shaina Taub, now playing at the Music Box Theatre! Read the reviews below to see how the critics responded to this historic new musical!
In a landmark celebration of its 65th anniversary, the New York Choral Society has announced The Unicorn, an innovative and provocative theatrical production intertwining choral music, dance, and narrative, while offering a contemporary exploration of gender roles and LGBTQ themes.
Join in for a fun-filled adventure with writers, puppeteers, and musicians at the Scenic Garden. Perfect for young audiences to enjoy literary adventures.
Pulitzer Prize–winning composer-conductor John Adams will return to the Met for the company premiere of his acclaimed opera-oratorio El Niño, opening on April 23.
Join Thomas Nickell as he curates the Avant Garden series with the Oistrakh Symphony, featuring the KAIA String Quartet. Learn more about the performances and see how to purchase tickets!
As they prepare for the release of their highly anticipated new album, New Heaven, Inter Arma have released the album's third single 'Desolation's Harp.' A transmission from an abyss of mental illness, the song showcases the push-and-pull between finesse and force that's the album's hallmark. Set for release Friday, April 26 on Relapse Records, New Heaven is a compelling testament to perseverance, top to bottom. Listen to the single here!
Earlier this year, Los Angeles-based experimental collective jjuujjuu returned with their first single of the new year, “SOME” featuring Brazilian psych rock band, Boogarins. Now the group, led by Desert Daze co-founder Phil Pirrone, has shares new track “Up to You” ahead of their Weekend 2 performance at Coachella. Listen to “Up to You” HERE and attendees of Coachella Weekend 2 can see jjuujjuu live on the Sonora Tent at 1:55pm Sunday, April 21. Listen to the song here!