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BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress Olga James, star of the film adaptation of Oscar Hammerstein's Carmen Jones, has passed away at 95 years old. 

Robert Carsen's vision is as uncompromising as ever, but the world has changed in three short years

Kati Neiheisel will return to Pangea in an encore of her new show London by Night, featuring songs performed or inspired by Julie London, Billboard Magazine's Female Artist of the Year in 1955, 1956 and 1957.

With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions on the main stem.

The Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture will present Holiday Jazz & Latin Jazz Parranda for its third winter season, led by Papo Vazquez. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!

It's been touted as the world's most loved musical and it's fair to say that MY FAIR LADY really does seem to have stood the test of time. To find out a little more about the this production, we chatted to Leah Mari, who will be taking on the lead role of Eliza Doolittle (sharing it with Brittany Smith).

To their adoring fans, country music power couple Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash had nothing short of a fairytale romance. Their enduring love story and illustrious careers take centre stage in Des McAnuff’s riveting new musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June. 

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.

Discover the lineup for the 36th ISRAEL FILM FESTIVAL in Los Angeles, featuring a diverse selection of films from November 13-26, 2024.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Emmy-winning singer and actress Mitzi Gaynor has passed away. She was 93 years old. 

Kati Neiheisel stars in LONDON BY NIGHT on Friday, October 18, 7pm at Pangea with a new date added on Saturday, February 1, 7pm.

This time, the reader question was: What is the history of Romeo and Juliet on Broadway?

After a public petition and outcry to dim all the lights of Broadway for some recent passings of stage legelends. All Broadway theatres in New York will dim their lights in honor of Adrian Bailey, Gavin Creel, and Maggie Smith.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Saguaro City is an absolute triumph says BroadwayWorld's critic. Read on for our full review of the production.

Have you ever seen a war comedy? You sure will if you head to the Golden Theatre this spring, where West End mega-hit Operation Mincemeat just opened. Did you know that it's based on real events? While you can absolutely watch it all unfold onstage, it can also help to be familiar with some of the key plot points...

Laguna Art Museum has announced the return of its 12th Annual Art + Nature, a vibrant celebration that explores the relationship between art and the natural world.

On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins had a musical encounter at Sun Studio in Memphis. What transpired 
was one of the greatest impromptu jam sessions in music history.

Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre will present MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET from September 27 to October 6.

Cape Ann Symphony will kick off the 73rd season at 2:00 PM on September, 29 2024 with an Orchestral Spectacular featuring music from Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin and Ottorino Respighi.

This time, the reader question was: I know sometimes writers perform in their own shows… but How Often Do Writers Play in the Orchestra for Their Own Musicals on Broadway?

Joffrey Ballet has announced its 2024-25 season, featuring the US premiere of Cathy Marston's ATONEMENT.

History Theatre revealed the cast and creative team for BEHIND THE SUN. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

As The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre continues its 30th Anniversary Season, yet another area premiere production will take the stage at the Frederick venue when Anastasia opens on September 13th.

The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.