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Broadway Man 2004

Opened: August 13, 2004
Closing: August 13, 2004

Broadway Man - 2004 Chicago History , Info & More

Broadway Man was first called The Jazz Singer, and was a bio-musical of Al Jolson, to star Sam Harris.

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Amanda Green, Julie Halston, Jackie Hoffman and More Set for Birdland in October
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2026


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present artists including Amanda Green, Ron Carter, Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks, and performers from Broadway musicals including REGENCY GIRLS and CRAZY RICH ASIANS.

Review: Revisiting HAMILTON as Her-Story at Dr. Phillips Center For The Performing Arts
by Albert Gutierrez - Oct 2, 2026


HAMILTON may choose to focus on Alexander as the assumed protagonist, but greatness never thrives in a vacuum. HAMILTON as read through our binary lens means that each performer must have great chemistry with Alexander, yes, but also with their binary counterpart as well.

TOPDOG/UNDERDOG & More Lead Chicago's October 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 1, 2026


Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for October 2026 include TOPDOG/UNDERDOG and more.

OTHER BODIES Tickets on Sale at The Barrow Group
by Rachel Stone - Oct 1, 2026


Martin Moran's world premiere solo work, directed by Seth Barrish, opens at The Barrow Group. The third installment in Moran's autobiographical trilogy follows the OBIE Award-winning THE TRICKY PART and Lucille Lortel Award-winning ALL THE RAGE.

D. Sabella to Celebrate 30 Years of CHICAGO at the Laurie Beechman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026


D. Sabella, Broadway's original Mary Sunshine in CHICAGO, will celebrate the iconic musical's 30th anniversary with a behind-the-scenes one-man show at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Unveils October Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present nightly performances throughout October, featuring The Hot Sardines, Ron Carter, and birthday celebrations for Bud Powell and Thelonious Monk.

Interview: Ninaad Vaidya And Jennifer Decker of DISGRACED at SHUNYA THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - Sep 27, 2026


I think this story talks to the broader immigrant experience. A lot of what many people are experiencing now is about identity. What is identity? And what does assimilation mean? Who are we assimilating for?

Phylicia Rashad To Direct FENCES At The Mark Taper Forum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2026


Phylicia Rashad will direct August Wilson's Fences at the Mark Taper Forum. Set in segregated Pittsburgh in the 1950s, Fences depicts the life of Troy Maxson, a former Negro League baseball star now scraping by as a sanitation worker.

Meet the Cast of THE IMAGINARY INVALID, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2026


Roundabout Theatre Company's production of The Imaginary Invalid by Molière, translated by Doug Skinner, adapted by Tony Award winner Bill Irwin, with direction by Tony Award nominee Brandon J. Dirden is now on Broadway! Meet the cast here.

VEGAS…MY WAY! to Return for 10 New 2027 Dates at Fontainebleau Las Vegas
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026


Marc Anthony announced additional performances of his residency at BleauLive Theater, featuring the four-time Grammy Award winner backed by a 14-piece live band.

Lucie Jones Will Lead 13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL North American Premiere in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2026


Lucie Jones will reprise her role as Jenna Rink in the North American premiere of 13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL at Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre for a limited Christmas season starting December 2026. Tickets are on sale.

Review: OTHER DESERT CITIES at Theatre Artists Studio
by Herbert Paine - Sep 21, 2026


OTHER DESERT CITIES at Theatre Artists Studio: A bristling, emotionally powerful family drama, directed by Tom Koelbel and featuring a powerhouse cast.

SoHo Playhouse Jr Season to Launch with Youth Theater Shows
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026


SoHo Playhouse announces its inaugural youth season featuring THE SECRET CIRCUS MUSICAL, STORYTIME CHESS, and performing arts classes for ages 6-18 at the Lower Manhattan venue.

Ivy Crest Theatre Co. Will Present NO VACANCY SERIES
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2026


Ivy Crest Theatre Co. has just announced its production of the No Vacancy Series. No Vacancy is a collection of 3 one act plays set in motels throughout the last 50 years. Cabin 12 by John Bishop from the 70s, Motel Story by Alexandra Vassilaros in the 90s and Here Comes the Drone by Arlene Hutton from the 2010’s. A mix of drama and comedy the plays all deal with themes around connection, isolation and identity. Performances of the No Vacancy Series begin Thursday, September 10 for a limited run through September 13 at Urban Stages (259 West 30th Street).

Laura Main to Join Jane Asher in BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026


Laura Main will replace Samantha Womack as The Dresser opposite Jane Asher's Queen in Daisy Goodwin's BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT, opening at Arts Theatre Cambridge Sept. 24 before touring Nottingham, Chelmsford, York and other cities into February 2027.

Marc Anthony to Receive "Agent of Change" Award at Premios Juventud 2026
by Rachel Stone - Sep 4, 2026


Marc Anthony earned the Agent of Change Award at Premios Juventud 2026, honoring his Maestro Cares Foundation work, before heading to Vegas residency dates.

COME FROM AWAY & More Lead Chicago's September 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Sep 3, 2026


Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for September 2026 include Come From Away and more.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY to Open Arden Theatre's New Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026


Arden Theatre Company will open its new season in Philadelphia with GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, a musical featuring Bob Dylan songs performed live by an actor-musician cast.

SoHo Playhouse to Launch First Curated Fall Season and Subscription Package
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026


SoHo Playhouse announced its first fully curated Fall season, featuring eight main house shows and four Huron Club performances, alongside a new discounted subscription package for audiences.

Cortland Repertory Theatre's Producing Artistic Director Kerby Thompson Steps Down
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 29, 2026


Cortland Repertory Theatre (“CRT”) has announced that Producing Artistic Director Kerby Thompson will step down from his position, concluding a 26-year tenure with the professional theatre company.

BAT BOY Original Off-Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Michael Gioia - Aug 29, 2026


BroadwayWorld looks back at the 2001 Off-Broadway cast of the musical 'Bay Boy,' which included a young Kerry Butler before her star turn as Meredith Parker.

KENNY LOGGINS: CONVICTION OF THE HEART to Open LIMEHOF Film Festival
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026


The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will host its second annual Music Documentary Film Festival in Stony Brook, featuring 43 films, live performances, and Q&A panels across two theaters.

Interview: Director Amanda Weier of MARISOL by José Rivera at Atwater Village Theatre
by Shari Barrett - Aug 25, 2026


Open Fist Theatre Company is presenting a rare revival of Marisol, the Obie-winning work by Puerto Rican playwright José Rivera, whose powerfully poetic language creates a dreamlike blend of magical realism in this darkly funny, apocalyptic fable about survival, faith and hope. I spoke with Open Fist associate artistic director Amanda Weier about her vision for directing the play which runs September 12 through October 24 at Atwater Village Theatre

These Stars Will Headline Broadway’s Fall 2026 Season
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 30, 2026


Every season, more than a few household names make their way to perform alongside all of our Broadway favorites! Fall 2026 is no exception, with some of the entertainment industry's brightest stars heading to Broadway. See the full list!

Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at The Carnegie
by Taylor Clemons - Aug 17, 2026


I’ll admit, La Cage aux Folles was one of my musical theatre blind spots. It’s truly a legendary and iconic musical that I’ve somehow just never crossed paths with. I’m so thrilled that the current production at The Carnegie was my introduction, because I truly believe I got to see a faithful interpretation of what makes the show the tried-and-true crowd-pleaser it is.

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