What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023
Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'
SHUCKED Producer Mike Bosner on Saying Goodbye to Broadway
by Cara Joy David - Dec 18, 2023
Late last season a musical came to Broadway from an unusual tryout city with a marketing campaign tied to a fruit. Shucked will leave Broadway in a month, though seemingly not because of either of the oddities I just mentioned.
The Veronicas Unveil New Single 'Detox'; New Album 'GOTHIC SUMMER' Releasing In 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2023
In late October, Pop-Rock trailblazers The Veronicas made an astounding global comeback with their long-awaited release “Perfect”. The “proud middle-finger lead single” (Billboard) sent fans into an online hysteria, reminding listeners how the girls have served as the blueprint for the pop-rock anthems dominating music now.
Interview: Phylicia Pearl Mpasi on Going From THE LION KING to THE COLOR PURPLE
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023
Following several runs as a swing in The Lion King on Broadway, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi is playing Young Celie in the new movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple. BroadwayWorld sat down with Mpasi to discuss the transition from stage to screen, sharing the role of Celie with Fantasia Barrino, how Halle Bailey supported her on set, and more.
The Educational Theatre Foundation Reveals Six New Trustees
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2023
The Educational Theatre Foundation will welcome a new class of trustees, a diverse and accomplished group of artists and theatre professionals that brings a unique blend of talent, expertise, passion, and commitment to enriching the lives of students through the arts.
Review Roundup: HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Opens on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 10, 2023
How to Dance in Ohio, with book and lyrics by Rebekah Greer Melocik, music by Jacob Yandura, choreography by Mayte Natalio, and direction by Sammi Cannold, opened on Broadway on December 10th at the Belasco Theatre. The musical is inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name. See what the critics had to say!
Red Bull Theater 20th Anniversary To Feature Audra McDonald, Patrick Page, Santino Fontana, Reeve Carney, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2023
RED BULL THEATER has announced details of its plans for 2024, celebrating its 20th Anniversary. Highlights include the rolling world premiere of Medea: Re-Versed opening Off-Broadway; a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings with an all-star line-up (offered both in-person and online); and an all-new season of the popular Red Bull Theater Podcasts (formerly known as RemarkaBULL Podversations), intimate behind the scenes conversations with great artists.
Interview: Audra McDonald Lighting Up LA Opera Again
by Gil Kaan - Nov 28, 2023
Broadway legend Audra McDonald returns to LA Opera backed by the LA Opera Orchestra and her four-piece ensemble (led by musical director Andy Einhorn) December 2, 2023. Be prepared to experience the stunning vocals of six-time Tony winner singing her expansive Broadway and opera repertoire filling the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. The busy mom found some time between her touring engagements to chat with me on the phone.
What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023
Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.
Review: CORI CABLE KIDDER'S HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR at Sierra Madre Playhouse
by Amanda Callas - Nov 27, 2023
Cori Cable Kidder's Holiday Spectacular is a marvelous musical holiday revue at the Sierra Madre Playhouse. More than a show, Cori Cable Kidder's Holiday Spectacular is a transportive experience, an escape into a charmed world of nostalgia, holiday merriment and velvety 1940s music of breathtaking loveliness.