Previews: MIKU, AND THE GODS at Straz Center's TECO Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Apr 12, 2024
Izumi discovered her love for playwriting accidentally while in college. An advanced playwriting class desperately sought students, so Izumi signed up despite not taking the beginner's class. During her senior year of college, she wrote a full-length play. When she watched the staged reading, she realized her truth.
Actors Touring Company's Andrew Smaje Steps Down
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024
ACTORS TOURING COMPANY has announced the departure of its joint CEO and Executive Director Andrew Smaje after 8 years co-leading the organisation, the last six years alongside Artistic Director and joint CEO Matthew Xia.
Tom Segura to Star and Produce New Dark Comedy Series for Netflix
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2024
Comedian Tom Segura has just locked in his latest deal with Netflix. According to Deadline, Segura will produce and star in a new six-episode series for the streaming service, following his five previous comedy specials. This news comes after years of Segura hinting about the series, who also wrote the pilot.
Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd Webber
by Michael Quintos - Apr 10, 2024
A talented collection of Broadway vets led by Tony winner Betty Buckley gathered together for a one-night-only concert 'A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY: SONDHEIM, LLOYD WEBBER, AND FRIENDS' at Segerstrom Concert Hall on March 28, 2024 to celebrate the legacy—and coincidental same birthdate—of musical theater royalty Andrew Lloyd Webber and Stephen Sondheim.
SeeYouSpaceCowboy Drops New Single 'Red Wine And Discontent'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2024
Post hardcore band SeeYouSpaceCowboy have pulled back the curtains on another single from their highly anticipated new album Coup De Grâce. “Red Wine And Discontent” boasts a masterful balance of frantic melodies and guttural screams. Stream the track here!
Review: DOS MUJERES at San Francisco Ballet
by Jim Munson - Apr 7, 2024
What did our critic think of DOS MUJERES at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews this pairing of two very different ballets by Latina choreographers running through April 14th at the War Memorial Opera House.
Tom Jenkins Will Release Second Surprise Album 'Meadow Part 2'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024
Welsh Singer-songwriter TOM JENKINS has shared the second part of his latest album ‘Meadow Part 2’. Released on 12th April 2024 via Xtra Mile Recordings, it is preceded by the lead single “Blame It”, which is available to hear now.
Video: The Empty Page Return With New Single 'Life Is A Wave'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024
Following the release of their ‘Cock Of The Fifth Year' single earlier this year, Manchester alt-punks The Empty Page have let loose the second taste from their forthcoming new album ‘Imploding' with razor-sharp new single, ‘Life Is A Wave'.
BWW Q&A: Craig Francis on JUNGLE BOOK at Brampton On Stage/The Rose Brampton
by Joshua Wright - Apr 3, 2024
A dazzlingly original stage adaptation of the works of Rudyard Kipling, classic stories are reimagined through modern eyes bringing beloved characters to life. Immersive video, shadow-play, and original music will transport you from the urban jungle to Mowgli’s childhood in the jungles of India.
Student Blog: How I Fell in Love with 13: THE MUSICAL
by Student Blogger: Kimberly Wilkinson - Apr 9, 2024
It’s funny, I think most people become fans of 13: The Musical by doing a production in their youth or maybe seeing it back when it was on Broadway. It’s likely something that is tied to nostalgia for a lot of people. For me, I started with the Netflix movie and then discovered the brilliant musical. I’ve always been a fan of Jason Robert Brown’s music, I think “The Last Five Years” is captivating, “Songs for a New World” is completely unlike any musical, and I’ve heard some gorgeous songs from “Bridges of Madison County.” But something about 13 was different.
Mandy Moore Turned Down WAITRESS on Broadway; Jokes About Jukebox Musical
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2024
While Broadway is the ultimate dream for Mandy Moore, she hasn't found the right project yet. Among those projects pitched to her was Waitress on Broadway. Moore, a fan of the hit show, revealed that the timing didn't line up to make her Broadway debut in the Sara Bareilles musical.