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Tickets On Sale Now For Two Shows Returning to Playhouse Square This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024


Tickets are available now for the return of Mean Girls and Les Miserables to Playhouse Square this fall. Learn more about the shows!

Robert Hastie Named as Deputy Artistic Director of the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2024


The National Theatre has announced some important updates to its board and leadership team, including Robert Hastie named as Deputy Artistic Director.

SNL Stars on the Broadway Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2024


Ana Gasteyer is not the only Saturday Night Live alum to have flexed her acting muscles on the Broadway stage. BroadwayWorld is rounding up your favorite SNL stars who are also Broadway stars. Check out our list here!

JERSEY BOYS To Open On Tuacahn Stage
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2024


JERSEY BOYS, the hit musical telling the story of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, is set to open at Tuacahn Amphitheatre on July 13. It runs through Oct. 19, alternating with Disney's Frozen and Anastasia the New Broadway Musical.

Highly Anticipated JERSEY BOYS to Open On Tuacahn Stage
by Team BWW - Jul 12, 2024


After months of anticipation, one of the greatest jukebox musicals ever created is opening in the Tuacahn Outdoor Amphitheatre, telling the fascinating behind-the-scenes story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons in a PG version of the hit musical, Jersey Boys.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC (A Noviça Rebelde) Arrives in São Paulo After a Sold-out Season in Rio de Janeiro
by Claudio Erlichman - Jul 11, 2024


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.

Interview: Tyce Green of NEXT TO NORMAL at HOUSTON BROADWAY THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - Jul 15, 2024


I do a lot of things. I always knew that I wanted to put myself in a position where anything that I wanted to accomplish creatively. I never wanted to feel stifled by a financial burden.

Cloud Cult Releases New Single 'The Universe Woke Up As You'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2024


Indie-chamber-rock band Cloud Cult has released “The Universe Woke Up As You”. This is the lead single from the band’s forthcoming new full-length studio album Alchemy Creek which is due out August 8th and follows last month’s “As Beautiful As It Hurts” and May’s “I Am A Forcefield.” Listen to the song now!

Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024


Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!

Interview: LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL at Garden Theater
by Paul Batterson - Jun 30, 2024


“It has such a great message. It's a very layered show. There’s this kind of ‘Barbie Girl Power’ aspect of it -- women can do anything. People are more than what you just think we are by our looks or all other preconceived notions.” Director Dionysia Williams Velazco

OVER HER DEAD BODY Returns to Capital Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2024


Pinky Swear will revive their most award-winning, popular hit musical at this year’s Capital Fringe Festival with their award-winning hit, Over Her Dead Body! The show has been updated and has an exciting new cast and director for this revival.

Colin James New Studio Album Due Out This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2024


Canadian artist Colin James collaborates with top musicians for his new album 'CHASING THE SUN,' available globally on August 23 via Stony Plain Records.

Three LA Artists Featured In 2024 PlayGround Free-Play Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2024


Discover the diverse new works at PlayGround's Free-Play Festival, featuring 11 productions from acclaimed theatre artists, including three from Los Angeles. Runs August 9-25 at Potrero Stage and simulcast.

Cloud Cult to Release New LP 'Alchemy Creek;' Shares 'As Beautiful As It Hurts' Single
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 14, 2024


Indie-chamber-rock band Cloud Cult will release their new full-length studio album Alchemy Creek on August 8th. Ahead of the release, they have shared the single 'As Beautiful As It Hurts' They will also embark on a late summer US headline tour that kicks-off on August 28th at The Sinclair in Boston, MA. Listen to a single from the album!

COME FROM AWAY & More Set for Harris Center for the Arts 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2024


Folsom’s Harris Center for the Arts has revealed the Harris Center Presents 2024-2025 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2024 Nominees
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 14, 2024


The 2024 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 47 awards!

Review: BYE, BYE, BIRDIE at Kennedy Center
by Elliot Lanes - Jun 12, 2024


The latest entry into Kennedy Center’s Broadway Center Stage series is one that you don’t see produced professionally very often which is a good thing. The 1960 Charles Strouse/Lee Adams/Michael Stewart musical Bye, Bye, Birdie was at one point the most produced musical by high schools and community theatres but strangely it has had very few large-scale revivals. Roundabout Theatre Company’s production in 2009 marked the last time the show was seen on Broadway in a major production.

Westport Country Playhouse Script In Hand Playreading Of Political Satire, THE OUTSIDER
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024


Westport Country Playhouse presents a Script in Hand playreading of the political satire THE OUTSIDER on Monday, June 10.

Frank Turner Releases Dates for Second Leg of North American Tour This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024


As he approaches the landmark of his sold out, 3000th show at Alexandra Palace in London, UK on Saturday, February 22, 2025, acclaimed British singer-songwriter Frank Turner has announced another leg of shows in North America for the fall. General on-sale begins this Friday, June 7 at 10 a.m. local time, and a full listing of dates can be found here!

Plano Symphony Orchestra Presents PATRIOTIC POPS This 4th of July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2024


Celebrate Independence Day with the Plano Symphony Orchestra's Patriotic Pops concert on July 4, featuring a mix of classical and patriotic music.

Heller Bassoon Ensemble to Present Three World Premieres in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2024


Renowned bassoonist Rebekah Heller and 10 top bassoonists will present three world premieres by Steve Reich, Julius Eastman, and Fay Victor. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Everything Coming to Max in June
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024


Stream The Debuts Of Season Two Of HBO Original Drama Series “House of the Dragon”; HBO Original Comedy Series “Fantasmas”; Max Original Comedy Special “Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go”; HBO Original Documentaries “Ren Faire” And “Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple”; And Original Film “Am I OK?”

The National Center for Choreography-Akron Names Rosie Herrera as Recipient of Knight Choreography Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024


The National Center for Choreography-Akron has named Rosie Herrera as the inaugural recipient of the $50,000 Knight Choreography Prize, supporting artistic experimentation and career longevity in dance. Learn more about the prize!

MISTER LINCOLN, SISTER ACT & More Set for Ford's Theatre Society 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024


Ford’s Theatre Society reveals its 2024-2025 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and events. Discover the upcoming shows and special performances at this historic Washington, D.C. venue.

Photos: Tony Award-Winner Betty Buckley Performs at Joe's Pub
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024


Tony Award-winning, stage and screen icon Betty Buckley played six live concerts at Joe's Pub in New York City on May 16-18, 2024. See photos!

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