A Wonderful World 2020 - Articles Page 2

Ages: 12+
Opened: March 5, 2020
Closing: April 05, 2020

A Wonderful World - 2020 - Regional (US) History , Info & More

Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Rd Miami Beach, FL 33139

A world-premiere musical about jazz legend and singular American icon Louis Armstrong, featuring songs recorded and made popular by Armstrong, and original book by Aurin Squire, the multi-talented Opalocka-raised playwright and TV writer (This is Us, The Good Fight), and co-author of last season’s hit Confessions of a Cocaine Cowboy. A Wonderful World, traces Armstrong’s odyssey, the musical genre he helped define, and the complex history of race in America, from the birth of jazz in Armstrong’s native New Orleans to international stardom and the Civil Rights era. Squire focuses his musical drama through the prism of the women in Armstrong’s life. Directed by Drama Desk winner and Tony nominee Christopher Renshaw. Music arranged by Annastasia Victory and Michael O. Mitchell.

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A Wonderful World - 2020 - Regional (US) Articles Page 2

Don Stephenson & Caden Brauch to Lead BACK TO THE FUTURE North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024


The North American tour of Back to the Future: The Musical will star Broadway veteran Don Stephenson as “Doc Brown” and newcomer Caden Brauch as “Marty McFly.”

Review: Camille Diamond's OVER THE MOON…ON PLUTO TRANSIT is a stellar show
by Analisa Bell - Mar 18, 2024


Camille Diamond has been nominated for a MAC Award for Best Debut and it’s not hard to see why. Her crystal clear, mellifluous voice and wonderful storytelling abilities had the audience captivated from the moment she entered Don’t Tell Mama’s Original Room on the weekend.

New Musical KING OF PANGAEA to Open This Month at Lyric's Plaza Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024


Lyric Theatre will present the new musical King of Pangea beginning this month. Learn more about the musical and see how to purchase tickets.

PORGY AND BESS, World Premieres & More Set for Washington National Opera 2024�"2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024


The Washington National Opera will present a 2024–2025 season that pays tribute to the grand tradition of opera, while shaping its future with two new productions. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Podcast Network Debuts THE DRAMA BOOK SHOW! Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2024


Broadway Podcast Network introduces a new podcast, THE DRAMA BOOK SHOW! Tune in for engaging discussions on drama literature and insightful interviews with industry professionals.

National Asian American Theatre Co. Announces New National Partners and Upcoming Productions for 2024-'25
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2024


NAATCO partners with new organizations to increase Asian American representation in the arts and has announced upcoming Off-Broadway productions.

Bedroom Pop Artist PEACH LUFFE Shares New EP 'HONEY'
by Michael Major - Mar 8, 2024


Peach Luffe began as a project solo in Lee's bedroom during the pandemic and slowly grew to be a full band, numerous collaborators, and his beloved sidekick, Mango the Cat.  A prolific songwriter, Jong released his first EP, Shimmer, in 2020, his debut album, Everything is Peachy, in 2022, and four other EPs in less than four years. 

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, A DOLL'S HOUSE, and More Set For Sheffield Theatres 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2024


Robert Hastie has announced his final season at Sheffield Theatres, as he steps down after eight years as Artistic Director. New productions will be running from summer 2024 to spring 2025 in the Crucible Theatre and Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Interview: Josh Strickland on Swinging Back into TARZAN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at The Black Box
by R. Scott Reedy - Mar 7, 2024


When Josh Strickland takes the stage in the current Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) production of “Tarzan: The Broadway Musical,” he is in his familiar place in the center spotlight, playing the show’s title role which he originated on Broadway.

Tippet Rise Art Center Announces 2024 Season Of Art And Music
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2024


Discover the 2024 season at TIPPET RISE ART CENTER, celebrating the synergy of nature, art, architecture, and music on a 12,500-acre ranch in Montana. Enjoy hiking, biking, and sculpture van tours starting June 14.

Videos: Watch Two Songs from New Tony Marlow & Lucy Moss Musical, WHY AM I SO SINGLE?
by Lauren Hilton - Mar 6, 2024


From the multi-award-winning writers of SIX, Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss, comes an all-new second musical, WHY AM I SO SINGLE? Watch clips from two of the songs in the upcoming West End production, featuring the show's stars Jo Foster & Leesa Tulley.

Frank Farrell Productions to Present Walt Kelly's SONGS OF THE POGO at NYC Fringe
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024


Ben Masterton and Frank Farrell Productions will present Walt Kelly's Songs of the Pogo written by Walt Kelly and Norman Monath and directed by Frank Farrell.

Review: Compelling transitions abound in A.R.T.'s BECOMING A MAN
by R. Scott Reedy - Mar 1, 2024


What did our critic think of BECOMING A MAN at Loeb Drama Center?

Len Cariou & Peter Filichia To Be Honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024


The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Announces Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason As 2024 MAC Music Innovator
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2024


The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra reveals Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason as the 2024 MAC Music Innovator in a groundbreaking announcement.

James Monroe Iglehart Will Lead A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 28, 2024


Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart will star as jazz legend and American icon Louis Armstrong in A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway in Fall 2024. We have all the details!

GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024


Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more about the performances here!

Cosmo Sheldrake Advocates For Marine Conservation On New Single 'Old Ocean'
by Michael Major - Feb 22, 2024


Cosmo Sheldrake promotes marine conservation through his latest single 'Old Ocean.' The multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, accomplished live improviser and field recordist recently shared “Stop the Music” and “Does the Swallow Dream of Flying” from the forthcoming record which surpassed a million streams within the first week.

Theater Resources Unlimited to Present UN HOMBRE: A GOLEM STORY Starring Natascia Diaz & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2024


Theater Resources Unlimited is partnering with CreateTheater to present the fourth virtual edition of theTRU Voices New Plays Reading Series. Learn more about the reading!

Cast & Creative Team Set For FATHER TARTUFFE: AN INDIGENOUS MISADVENTURE at Arts Club Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2024


The world premiere of Father Tartuffe: An Indigenous Misadventure is playing at the Arts Club Theatre Company's Granville Island Stage! Learn more bout the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: WOMAN OF THE YEAR at Théâtre Firmin Gémier
by Patrick Honoré - Feb 18, 2024


Finally, this Kander and Ebb masterpiece has been done in France, with French dialogue and lyrics to boot

GRUMPY MONKEY, THE MUSICAL World Premiere Extends at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2024


Pasadena Playhouse is extending its world premiere of Grumpy Monkey, The Musical  through Sunday, March 10.

Interview: Playwright Nandita Shenoy and ESSPY at NJ Rep
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 14, 2024


New Jersey Repertory Company (NJRep) will kick off its 27th season with the world premiere of Nandita Shenoy’s ESSPY, directed by Peter J. Kuo.  The world premiere play will begin shows on February 22 and run through March 17.

SIX's Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss Bring New Musical WHY AM I SO SINGLE? to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2024


From the multi-award-winning writers of SIX, Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss, comes their all-new second musical, WHY AM I SO SINGLE? Performances run Tuesday 27th August 2024 – Thursday 13th February 2025 at the Garrick Theatre.

Ebony Repertory Theatre to Present Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW Beginning in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024


Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW as its first production of 2024. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.

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