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If you cross the traditional EUGENE ONEGIN by Tchaikovsky (great even when overfilled with drama and, yes, music music music, with Konstantin Shilovsky’s co-libretto) with a touch of Ken Russell’s 1971 “The Music Lovers” (the overwrought bio-pic of Tchaikovsky with Richard Chamberlin and Glenda Jackson as his patron and wife that took the composer out of the closet for anyone who didn’t know he was there), and you might have an idea of what Heartbeat Opera’s version of the opera-cum-composer’s tale is like.

Worship leader Charity Gayle has released her third album ‘Rejoice’ today. This album follows the overwhelming support of her sophomore album ‘Endless Praise’.

I'll start my review by saying Wicked is my favorite musical of all time. I have seen it 10 times now, all in different cities, and each time left the theatre with tears in my eyes and my heart feeling a little lighter. This is the greatest example of how magical theatre can be, in my opinion. And my hopes for a beautiful production for my 10th viewing were not dashed in the slightest-- Olivia Valli and Celia Hottenstein bewitch the audience from their first moments on stage. 

As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Quincy Tyler Bernstine, who is currently appearing in Doubt - A Parable. Quincy told us all about her backstage routines, must-haves, and more!

A new batch of shows to be staged at the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe has been revealed. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Knocked Loose has released their seething, experimental new single “Don't Reach For Me,” a track that combines the band's signature frenzied attack with deliberate catchiness and exhilarating sonic variety.

From a clever parody of Maria from West Side Story entitled “Muhammed” (as sung: the most controversial name you ever heard) to an endearing version of Mann & Weil’s “Make Your Own Music” with the wonderful Tracy Stark on back-up vocals and keys, Yasar held the audience captive with his storytelling.

Somewhere between touring tribute acts and high-gloss Broadway jukebox musical bios are the more modest regional  musicals created to nominally perform the hits of a legacy pop act, in costume, adding biographical details as a story arc.

See the world premiere of Chicks In Heaven, a new musical that weaves together the enchanting power of feminism, friendship, and activism. From Thursday, April 11 through Sunday, April 28, Creative Cauldron (410 S. Maple Ave, Falls Church, VA ) will host this production that highlights the magical powers of sisterhood.

The Goodman Theatre has revealed its 2024/25 season! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

The critically acclaimed box-office phenomenon The First Slam Dunk will make its North American home entertainment debut on Blu-ray from GKIDS, with distribution by Shout! Studios, on June 25, 2024. 

Experience the swinging 60s with SHOUT! The Mod Musical at Sonnentag Theatre at the IceHouse. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

I am so glad I got to catch MAMMA MIA here in Cape Town. This cast is brilliant - you will have an ABBA-solutely fantastic time, you will want to get up and be the Dancing Queen, and you will certainly be saying 'thank you for the music' by the end of the show.

CAPA invites audiences to experience Beatlemania all over again with The Fab Four, the ultimate tribute to The Beatles, at 8 pm Saturday, June 22 at the Southern Theatre (21 E. Main St.).

Read reviews for the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT a new musical with book by Ivo Van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith.

Discover BLONDSHELL's latest single, 'Docket (Feat. Bully)'. This exciting new release follows their self-titled debut album, available now via Partisan Records. The vocal pairing between Blondshell and Bully and the tongue-in-cheek lyrics about risk-taking on tour make for a tasty, spirited collaboration.

Come one, come all to the new big-top Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS opening at Broadway's Imperial Theatre tonight! See what the critics had to say about their trip to the circus! Read the reviews!

Grammy-nominated artist Porter Robinson returns with new single and music video, “Cheerleader.” Video directed by Hugh Mulhern (winner, 2023 UKMVA Best New Director) and creative-directed by Bradley & Pablo (Harry Styles, Dua Lipa, Rosalía). Experience a bracing new sound that showcases Robinson's unique musical style.

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at the Historic Everett Theatre on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at Liberty Theatre on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at The Agora on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at Paramount Theatre on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at Brauntex Theatre on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 7:30pm.

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at Murphey Performance Hall on Friday, April 19, 2024 at 8:00pm.

Grammy-nominated Liverpool Legends will play the Aladdin Theatre in Portland on May 12, 2024.