Billie Holiday Musical Continues Syracuse Stage 50th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023
Syracuse Stage continues its 50th Anniversary Season with “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill” by Lanie Roberston, a jukebox musical that takes an unflinching look at the life and times of legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
Contra Costa Civic Theatre to Present TINTYPES This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023
Join Contra Costa Civic Theatre for their production of Tintypes, a charming musical revue that takes you back to America's last great Age of Innocence. Featuring patriotic songs, romantic tunes, and ragtime by the musical masters of the era, this show is a must-see. Get your tickets now!
Late Aster Release 'Light Rail Session' EP
by Michael Major - Sep 29, 2023
Late Aster has released their new EP 'Light Rail Session' and shared a video for their take on the jazz standard 'It Never Entered My Mind'. Check out the video and listen to their unique interpretation of the song.
Full Cast Set For STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2023
With rehearsals now underway, the full cast has been announced for the world premiere of Stranger Things: The First Shadow by Kate Trefry, that brings the world of Stranger Things to life in a completely new way - live on stage. Find out who is starring in the show here!
CHICAGO Releases New Block of Tickets Through September 1
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2023
A new block of tickets is now on sale through September 1, 2024 for the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Lauren Gunderson & More Chosen for Olney Theatre's Vanguard Arts Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2023
Olney Theatre's Vanguard Arts Fund has selected a diverse group of artists, including renowned playwright Lauren Gunderson, for their latest round of awards. Learn more about the talented individuals recognized and supported by this prestigious fund.
Review: DREAMGIRLS at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Aug 14, 2023
The Phoenix Theatre Company’s production, directed by Daryl Brooks, has three key elements that hold this golden oldie together ~ Miciah Lathan, for sure; the astonishing and stellar performance of Antonio King; and, of course, the compositions of Henry Krieger and Tom Eyen. Runs through September 3rd.
Photos: First look at Abbey Theater of Dublin's GREASE
by Jerri Shafer - Aug 9, 2023
Grease is the word! Meet the senior class of 1959 at Rydell High and watch Head “greaser” Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their “Summer Nights” as the rest of the gang sings and dances its way through such songs as “Greased Lightnin’,” “It’s Raining on Prom Night,” “Alone at the Drive-In Movie”.
The Second City Reveals Cast for E.T.C.'S 47TH REVUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2023
Discover the talented cast members who will be bringing the laughs to The Second City's 47th e.t.c. Revue. Get to know the performers and prepare for an unforgettable comedy experience.
Irvine Barclay Theatre Reveals Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2023
Irvine Barclay Theatre has announced more shows for its 2023-24 season. One of the most popular performing arts venues in Orange County, Irvine Barclay Theatre presents renowned artists in a wide range of genres, from jazz, classical, country, Motown, and global music, to comedy, dance, theater, captivating speakers, and more.
GUYS AND DOLLS Opens At The Carnegie July 29
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2023
The Carnegie lands a theatrical trifecta with the third and final production in its Summer Theatre Series: GUYS AND DOLLS, a musical fable of Broadway.
Cygnet Theatre Reveals Lineup For 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 26, 2023
Cygnet Theatre has announced its full line up for the 2023/2024 Season. The organization's 20th Anniversary Season will also be its last full season in Old Town before the milestone move to the ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station, whose projected opening is in 2025. The 20th season features all musicals as a way to capture the theatre's past, present and future in a celebratory way.
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Opens Billie Holiday Musical LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2023
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival will present Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, written by acclaimed playwright Lanie Robertson with musical arrangements by Danny Holgate. Philadelphia award-winning artists Amina Robinson and Ebony Pullum reunite to stage the production which previews July 19 and 20, opens Friday, July 21 and runs through August 6 in the Schubert Theatre at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts at DeSales University in Center Valley, PA.
Photos: First Look at GREASE at the Argyle Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2023
The Argyle Theatre presents GREASE, directed and choreographed by Eugenio Contenti with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. Performances run through August 27, 2023. Check out all new photos here!
Contra Costa Civic Theatre to Present SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM Beginning Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 11, 2023
Contra Costa Civic Theatre (CCCT) will launch its 2023-24 season with Sondheim on Sondheim, a captivating musical revue that delves into the life and artistry of one of the greatest composers in American musical theater history, Stephen Sondheim, from August 25 through September 10.