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Opened: October 19, 1985
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Broadway Theatres to Dim Lights in Memory of Chita Rivera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024


The Broadway community will honor the memory of Chita Rivera by dimming the lights of Broadway theatres.

Pet Shop Boys Return With Brand New Single 'Loneliness'
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2024


The announcement also marks their return to Parlophone Records, the label which released their iconic and massively successful material spanning from 1985 to 2012. The album is the duo's first with producer James Ford, who has previously worked with artists including Arctic Monkeys, Depeche Mode, Blur, Gorillaz and Simian Mobile Disco.

Theatre Under The Stars to Present TUTS Texas All-State Musical Production LES MISERABLES SCHOOL EDITION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024


Theatre Under The Stars will present the first-ever TUTS Texas All-State Musical production! Find out more about this exciting new production.

What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America For The 2024/2025 Season? - A Complete Guide
by Joshua Wright - Jan 26, 2024


Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production.

Bon Jovi Commemorates 40th Anniversary of Self-Titled Debut 'Bon Jovi' Deluxe Edition
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024


BON JOVI DELUXE EDITION consists of the remastered original album in addition to a total of nine bonus tracks, including unreleased studio recordings and four rare live cuts. Jon Bon Jovi co-produced BON JOVI DELUXE EDITION alongside longtime sound engineer Obie O'Brien who also mixed the bonus material.

2024 Sundance Film Festival Announces Short Film Award Winners
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2024


The Short Film Grand Jury Prize, awarded to one film in the program of 53 shorts selected from 12,098 submissions, went to The Masterpiece, directed and written by Alex Lora Cercos. This year's Short Film jurors are Christina Oh, Danny Pudi, and Charlotte Regan – all of whom are Festival Alumni in honor of the Festival's 40th Edition.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Baltimore Center Stage Announces Layoffs, League President's Abrupt Departure Raises Questions
by Alex Freeman - Jan 22, 2024


January is often a rough month in the theater industry - there are fewer shows running, audiences are reluctant to venture out into the winter weather, there is typically a slate of Broadway closings, and companies are taking stock of their financial situation following the closure of (typically) popular holiday productions.

Arts Philanthropist Vale M.J.M Carter AO Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 20, 2024


he Art Gallery of South Australia mourns the loss of one of this nation’s most significant philanthropists to the arts. His generosity and commitment to expanding the scope and quality of the Gallery’s collections will be remembered.

Ballet Hispánico Hosts En Familia Matinee Kick-Off Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024


Ballet Hispánico's En Familia Matinee Kick-Off Celebration at New York City Center was a success. The event announced new programming and featured a performance by Ballet Hispánico Company dancers.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024


Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Guthrie Theater Appoints Trisha Kirk As Managing Director And Krista Mathews As Director Of Development
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2024


Guthrie Theater announces the appointment of Trisha Kirk as Managing Director and Krista Mathews as Director of Development.

BIG RIVER Film Adaptation in the Works By CHICKEN & BISCUITS Writer Douglas Lyons
by Michael Major - Jan 16, 2024


Douglas Lyons, who wrote the 2021 Broadway play Chicken and Biscuits, is adapting Big River into a movie musical. Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn first opened on Broadway in 1985, winning seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. A revival opened in 2003 with a special ASL production.

Ballet Hispánico, RBC Foundation USA and New York City Center Partner to Announce New Programming: �¿EN FAMILIA MATINEE, April 27
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2024


Join Ballet Hispánico, RBC Foundation USA, and New York City Center for the En Familia Matinee Kick-Off Celebration. Exciting new programming announced.

Atlantic For Kids' EL OTRO OZ Begins Performances Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024


Atlantic For Kids' EL OTRO OZ Begins Performances Tomorrow - Atlantic Theater Company's production of EL OTRO OZ starts tomorrow.

Dmitry Sitkovetsky Named Patron Of UK's The Purcell School For Young Musicians
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2024


​​​​​​​Celebrated violinist, recording artist, conductor, creator, and transcriber Dmitry Sitkovetsky has been named the newest Patron of The Purcell School.

Matthew Bourne's ROMEO AND JULIET to Have North American Premiere at The Ahmanson Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2024


Matthew Bourne's 'Romeo and Juliet' opens at the Ahmanson Theatre on January 31.

Why Oprah Didn't Make a Cameo in THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Dec 28, 2023


Oprah Winfrey is opening up about the surprise cameo in The Color Purple and why she didn't make one herself. While she turned down a potential appearance in the film, the media mogul thinks that Whoopi Goldberg's cameo is 'more special' in the film.

Earl Scruggs' 100th Birthday Celebration Musical Tribute Airs LIVE On Veeps
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023


On Saturday, January 6, 2024, a stellar lineup of bluegrass and country artists will come together at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium to celebrate the 100th birthday of the legendary Earl Scruggs, whose revolutionary style of banjo playing forever changed the landscape of bluegrass music.

What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023


Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'

Feature: A Cabaret Christmas Wish List
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 19, 2023


For four years this cabaret editor has been dreaming of these club acts.

WHITE WAVE DANCE to Present 8th Annual SoloDuo Dance Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023


WHITE WAVE DANCE presents the 8th Annual SoloDuo Dance Festival featuring 30 dancemakers from the New York Metro area and beyond. Don't miss this vibrant showcase of talent at Dixon Place in New York City.

REDCAT Announces Its Winter/Spring 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2023


REDCAT’s season of performances, screenings, and exhibitions running January to June 2024

The Joyce Theater Foundation Unveils Spring/Summer '24 Season Featuring New York and World Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 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 Spring/Summer ‘24 season.

VIDEO: Watch Highlights from Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theatre's 2023 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 10, 2023


Watch highlights from Axelrod Contemporary Ballet's Architects of Dance and the Polar Express here!

Ballet Hispánico, RBC Foundation USA, and New York City Center Partner for New Programming: En Familia Matinee
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 9, 2023


Ballet Hispánico will present En Familia Matinee, a special program for young audiences and their families.

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