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On Sunday, August 4th, I had the pleasure of seeing the musical GREASE at Musicals at Richter in Danbury, CT.  With book and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, director Jessica Smith combines her talents with music director Andrew Gadweh, and choreographer Melissa Arizzi to help bring out the best in this stellar cast of actors and actresses who come across as professional ringers, enjoying their roles, and radiating positive energy from the stage, drawing the audience right in, as we all enjoyed this wonderful performance in this newly renovated first-rate outdoor venue. 

The Fluxus Brothers Present: Good Art Bad Art will premiere as part of the Cannonball Festival on September 13th, 18th, and 27th at The MAAS Building.

One of the UK's most popular touring Motown shows turns 20 today. The Magic of Motown has been seen by millions people since its launch in 2004 and is still a regular part of Parr Hall's programme due to its enduring appeal.

An in-person and digital rush ticket policy has been announced for the Broadway run of Once Upon a Mattress at The Hudson Theatre. Learn more about how to save on tickets and enter here!

Experience the timeless musical GREASE at Bucks County Playhouse in August. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The new album from MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist JEFF HARNAR – Jeff Harnar Sings Sammy Cahn: The Second Time Around – is available on CD and digital formats now.

A sculpture honoring playwright Lorraine Hansberry will be permanently installed at Chicago's Navy Pier, celebrating her legacy and contributions to American theater.

A sculpture honoring Lorraine Hansberry will be permanently installed at Chicago's Navy Pier, celebrating the legacy of the renowned playwright and civil rights activist.

Jeff Harnar debuts a new track from his album JEFF HARNAR SINGS SAMMY CAHN: THE SECOND TIME AROUND. Discover the latest release celebrating the timeless music of Sammy Cahn.

Actors' Equity Association and the Off-Broadway League have ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement. Negotiations began on May 15 and took place over the course of 12 days. To ensure a collaborative and productive process, Equity and the League prefaced formal bargaining with three days to articulate top priorities and set rules of engagement.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Grease, the stage musical that harkens back to the 1950’s, will open the 2024-25 season at Theatre Memphis and takes the fast track to the Lohrey Theatre stage, August 16 – September 8, 2024.

West Bay Community Theater will present GREASE-IN CONCERT on August 17, 2024.

Martha Graham Dance Company reveals its 2024-2025 season, featuring the second year of GRAHAM100, celebrating the legacy and innovative works of Martha Graham.

Funny, dated, and a bit lackluster; fans went wild.

Since making his Broadway debut in 1959, The Sound of Music (A Novica Rebelde) has become a singular phenomenon. No other show has achieved such a lasting trajectory of success as one of this musical, inspired by the true love story between a young novice and a widowed captain, father of seven.

What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Orpheum Theatre?

The “Sound of Music” is a beloved musical by Rodgers and Hammerstein, and it originally opened in 1959 winning five Tony Awards. Actor Megan Urz takes the stage as Maria in the “Sound of Music” at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre from June 28th to August 10th.

This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?

Between 1959 and 1972 – with the full Cleveland Orchestra, the somewhat smaller Cleveland Pops and the chamber-sized Cleveland Sinfonietta – Louis Lane made a series of critically acclaimed recordings for Columbia. They display the “exceptional breadth and impeccable taste” for which this gifted but perennially undervalued conductor was lauded in a tribute by the orchestra’s executive director. 

2025 may be on its way out, but a whole new Broadway season has just begun!  Looking for the best shows to see in summer and fall of 2025 ? Our editors have rounded up info on all of the Broadway productions which have revealed full details of their upcoming engagements. Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in the rest of 2025 including plays, musicals, revivals, new shows and of course - stars!

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) have announced the winners of the 6th Annual AAFCA TV Honors for distinguished achievements in television and streaming, along with special achievement award honorees. The 'Legacy Award' will go to Glynn Turman, the prolific American actor has been gracing the stage and screen for over six decades.

Psycho Beach Party is a classic summer comedy at the Matrix Theatre on Melrose through July 7th.  It is glorious, glorious fun, campy, frisky, outrageous, and hilarious from start to finish.

Apollo Chamber Players' 17th season, We the People, will feature world premieres and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Nashville Ballet have released a video collaboration celebrating Chet Atkins' 100th birthday. Watch now!