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Opened: November 1, 2015
Closing: November 22, 2015

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Pasadena Community Playhouse
39 S. El Molino Avenue Pasadena, CA 91101

BREAKING THROUGH is told through the eyes of a young, talented singer/songwriter, as she tries to navigate the treacherous shark-filled waters of the music business. She embarks on a compelling journey to find her way back to her authentic self and in the process rediscovers the music that truly makes her alive. BREAKING THROUGH features a score by Emmy award-winning songwriter and producer Cliff Downs ("The Voice," "American Idol,"), and Katie Kahanovitz (Girls Night Out Pop Radio), with a book by Kirsten Guenther (Mrs. Sharp, 2008 Richard Rodgers Award-winner; the upcoming Benny and Joon). BREAKING THROUGH originated as a HOTHOUSE staged reading at The Pasadena Playhouse.

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The Connells Release Never Before Heard Demo Version of 'Carry My Picture' From 30th Anniversary Reissue of Breakthrough Album 'Ring'
by Michael Major - Jul 13, 2023


Both formats of the album have been newly remastered by Brent Lambert at Carrboro, NC’s The Kitchen, and include 21 bonus tracks, including rare B-sides and 12 previously unreleased demos. Rounding out the packages are new liner notes by the Raleigh-based journalist and author David Menconi, featuring new interviews with the band.

Megan Hilty, Nikki Renée Daniels & More Star in PBS' BROADWAY'S BRIGHTEST LIGHTS Concert
by Michael Major - Jul 11, 2023


BROADWAY’S BRIGHTEST LIGHTS shines the spotlight on some of musical theatre's best and brightest talents. Curated and conducted by Luke Frazier, the concert features Tony Award-winning Broadway star Megan Hilty alongside Michael Maliakel, Nikki Renée Daniels, and Tommy Sutter with The American Pops Orchestra.

Jeff Dunham and Air Supply Come To The King Center
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2023


The King Center for the Performing Arts has announced two all new shows coming to the King Center! Learn more about the upcoming shows here!

New Film Celebrates 10 Years of National Youth Dance Company; Oona Doherty is Announced as Next Guest Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2023


Sadler’s Wells has released a film on Digital Stage celebrating the first 10 years of National Youth Dance Company (NYDC) and announced that acclaimed choreographer Oona Doherty will be Guest Artistic Director for 2023/24.

Bard College Receives $2,000,000 From The Mellon Foundation To Support The Work Of Artist Tania El Khoury
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 5, 2023


The Fisher Center at Bard (Gideon Lester, Artistic Director and Chief Executive; Aaron Mattocks, Chief Operating Officer) today announces that, in partnership with the OSUN Center for Human Rights and the Arts at Bard (CHRA), it has received a $2,000,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation to support the work and livelihood of Tania El Khoury, a commissioned artist and guest co-curator at the Fisher Center, Founding Director of CHRA, and a Distinguished Artist in Residence at Bard's Theater & Performance Program. El Khoury's live art engages the audience in close encounters with narratives drawn from the political realities of borders, displacement, and state violence.

Julie Benko, Daniel Reichard, and More to Play Birdland in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 1, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! 

World Premieres, New York Premieres & More Set for The Joyce Theater Fall '23/Winter '24 Season of International Dance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2023


The Joyce Theater Foundation has revealed the complete calendar of performances from renowned U.S. and international dance companies slated for The Joyce Theater’s Fall ‘23/Winter ‘24 season.

Dee Roscioli, Courtnee Carter & More to Join ALEXA XIOUFARIDOU MOSTER & FRIENDS at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2023


54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present rising star Alexa Xioufaridou Moster on Saturday, July 29th at 7:00pm. 

Stephanie J. Block with Seth Rudetsky & More Set for The Wallis Fall/Winter 2023/2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2023


Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts will present sweeping array of bold and diverse programming for the fall/winter of its 2023/2024 Season.

The Connells to Release 30th Anniversary Edition of Breakthrough Album 'Ring'
by Michael Major - Jun 21, 2023


Both formats of the album have been newly remastered by Brent Lambert at Carrboro, NC’s The Kitchen, and include 21 bonus tracks, including rare B-sides and 12 previously unreleased demos. Rounding out the packages are new liner notes by the Raleigh-based journalist and author David Menconi, featuring new interviews with the band.

NEURODIVERGENT NEW PLAY SERIES Announces First Play Readings For Fall 2023 & Winter 2024
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023


The Neurodivergent New Play Series has announced its first five play selections to be presented at the Vino Theater, located at 274 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. Beginning in September, performances will be held the 3rd Sunday of the month at 2pm EST.

Jo Koy Joins Broadway Producing Team Of HERE LIES LOVE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023


Stand-up comedian and actor Jo Koy (Easter Sunday and The Monkey King) has joined the Broadway producing team of Here Lies Love, ahead of the new musical's Broadway beginning performance on Saturday, June 17.

Billy Joel Adds New December Show at Madison Square Garden
by Michael Major - Jun 15, 2023


After ten extraordinary years, Joel’s historic franchise run at The Garden will conclude with his 150th lifetime show at the venue, which is slated for July 2024. The December show will mark Joel’s 97th monthly and 143rd lifetime show at The Garden.

Video: CABARET at the Kit Kat Club Celebrates John Kander and Joel Grey's Lifetime Achievement Tony Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2023


An all new video has been released featuring the Emcees of London’s Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club celebrating John Kander and Joel Grey’s Tony Lifetime Achievement Awards!

Billy Joel Adds Thanksgiving Eve Show at Madison Square Garden
by Michael Major - Jun 6, 2023


Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (‘MSG Entertainment’) announced that by overwhelming demand, legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel has added the next show in his record-breaking, sold-out residency at The World’s Most Famous Arena on Thanksgiving Eve – November 22, 2023.

UK Ska Punk Legends Random Hand Celebrate 20th Anniversary With New Self-Titled Album
by Michael Major - Jun 5, 2023


The band have played countless festivals including Reading, Leeds, Slam Dunk, Rebellion, Guilfest, Glastonbury, Boomtown Fair, 2000 Trees, Mighty Sounds and toured alongside the likes of Less Than Jake, Reel Big Fish, Propagandhi, Big D & The Kids Table, Voodoo Glow Skulls etc. Check out upcoming tour dates!

Arthur Miller's THE HOOK Comes to Brooklyn's Brave New World Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2023


Brooklyn's Brave New World Repertory Theatre will present the American premiere of Arthur Miller’s unpublished screenplay, The Hook, adapted for the stage by Brooklyn-based writer Ron Hutchinson with UK director James Dacre, and directed by Claire Beckman, co-founder and producing artistic director of BNW Rep. 

Diversionary Theatre Announces 2023/2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2023


Diversionary Theatre has announced its 2023/2024 season: the San Diego premiere of Dragon Mama (September/October 2023) by Sara Porkalob and directed by Andrew Russell; the legacy revival of The Glass Menagerie (November/December 2023) by Tennessee Williams and directed by Lisa Berger with Shana Wride taking on the iconic role of Amanda Wingfield; the West Coast premiere of Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members (May/June, 2024) a co-production with Moxie Theatre by Mara Vélez Meléndez and a director to be announced; the world-premiere musical TL;DR: Thelma Louise; Dyke Remix (May/June, 2024) by EllaRose Chary and Brandon Gwinn, directed by Sherri Eden Barber.

Billy Joel's Sold-Out Monthly Residency At Madison Square Garden To End With 150th Lifetime Show
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2023


​​​​​​​Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (“MSG Entertainment”) and legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel have announced that after ten extraordinary years, Joel's historic franchise run at The Garden will conclude with his 150th lifetime show at the venue in July 2024. With this also comes the announcement that the first of the final ten shows in his record-breaking residency at The World's Most Famous Arena will take place on October 20, 2023.

Billy Joel to Conclude Madison Square Garden Residency in 2024
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2023


Billy Joel announced that after ten years, Joel’s historic franchise run at The Garden will conclude with his 150th lifetime show at the venue in July 2024. With this also comes the announcement that the first of the final ten shows in his record-breaking residency at The World’s Most Famous Arena will take place on October 20, 2023.

Whole Hog Theatre In Association With Park Theatre Presents THE GARDEN OF WORDS World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2023


The Garden of Words is an adaptation of the stereotype-defying Anime and novel by world-renowned Japanese filmmaker, Makoto Shinkai. The stage adaptation will have its world premiere at Park Theatre 10 August – 9 September, and the show's November run in Tokyo.

Junip Share New Version Of 'Line Of Fire' Feat. Sharon Van Etten
by Michael Major - May 26, 2023


The track comes as a part of the soundtrack for the documentary Wild Life from Oscar-winning filmmakers Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, which chronicles the close relationship of conservationist Kris Tompkins, the first CEO of outdoor brand Patagonia, and her husband Douglas Tompkins.

Rapper Idk & No Label Announce the Return of No Label Academy
by Michael Major - May 25, 2023


As a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for social progress through the arts, No Label is committed to empowering BIPOC students with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to jumpstart their careers in the music industry.

All-Female and Gender-Fluid Cast Set for RICHARD III at New York Classical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2023


New York Classical Theatre has announced the all-female, gender-fluid, and disability-forward cast for Shakespeare’s Richard III.

Kurt Cobain's Smashed & Signed By Nirvana Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar Sold For $595,900
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023


Julien's Auctions, the acclaimed auction house to the stars, held on Friday, May 19th and Saturday, May 20th the industry's premiere music auction event 'MUSIC ICONS,' featuring a spectacular line-up of over 1,200 pieces of music history from rock royalty owned and used by the likes of Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Eddie Van Halen, Alex Lifeson, and more.

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