Music City - 2024 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 9

New York City's philanthropic musical theater group will present a backstage whodunit and a brand-new adaptation of Gilbert & Sullivan's operetta, with proceeds benefiting Kings County Tennis League.

The musical was on Broadway before it was a movie, and they highlight all the great songs from the movie, all the stuff with the kids, all the beautiful things with the nuns, and the captain and Maria. But there's also some really great stuff that they just didn't have time to put into the movie.

The Smith Center will present major Broadway productions including PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (October 21–November 1), ELF THE MUSICAL (November 24–29), and OH, MARY! (October 6–11), with tickets on sale now.

Beetlejuice the Musical will be the final 2026 summer touring performance of the 2026 Broadway series at Starlight Threatre.  As a special treat, Broadway World was delighted to speak with Leianna Weaver who plays Lydia in this whole new original take on the Beetlejuice saga.

New York City Ballet named dancer and choreographer Tiler Peck to the role of Choreographic Associate, expanding her creative responsibilities with the company.

Country singer-songwriter Jordan Davis released the new single 'What Do I Do If You Don't,' written with Jacob Davis and Greylan James. The track arrives as Davis continues work on his next full-length studio project.

Tangerine Records released the first vinyl pressing of Ray Charles' complete 75-minute 1964 Shrine Auditorium concert, while Lizz Wright and Kenny Banks Sr. debuted their duo album Nearness featuring standards, spirituals, and originals.

Munich techno duo Schrotthagen will release third album NEUE WELT on November 27 via Universal Music. The pair will tour North America starting October 22 in Philadelphia through November 21 in Mexico City.

Michelle Branch and Maren Morris released a duet version of Goodbye To You with an official music video featuring Kristin Cavallari recreating iconic Laguna Beach moments.

Brooklyn rock trio GOOSEBERRY released their second album SIMPLE SUCKER and shared the single Gnash with an accompanying video. The band will perform a European tour and US dates.

Miko Marks released the title track from her forthcoming LP HELL OR HIGH WATER via Redtone Records, drawing on personal loss and ancestral strength to explore themes of perseverance and resilience.

Singer-songwriter Joy Oladokun released the album HOPE IS A HEAVY THING via Concord Records, a 12-track project produced by Oladokun with contributions from Nigerian producer Spellz that explores identity and self-discovery.

Leon Bridges released his new album HAPPINESS ANYTIME, produced by J Lloyd-Watson and Lydia Kitto of British trio JUNGLE. The project combines the warmth of his earlier work with groove-oriented new territory.

Singer-songwriter J.M. Clifford released the third single from his upcoming album THINGS THAT WE CAN'T CHANGE, featuring Grammy Award-winning guitarist Chris Eldridge. The track reflects on parenthood and how having a child reshapes understanding of time, responsibility, and love.

Italian composer Daniele Luppi released the cinematic single "Anxiety" featuring Orion Sun, taken from his upcoming album WILMA. The track pairs Orion Sun's vocals with lush orchestral arrangements.

Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention's landmark 1966 debut album receives a six-disc super deluxe edition featuring 105 tracks, including 90 rare live and studio recordings, many released for the first time.

Georgian-born Greek artist Tamta will perform an immersive live experience combining music, choreography, styling and new material at Colours Hoxton, weeks after making her runway debut at Natasha Zinko's SS27 show during London Fashion Week.

Brooklyn indie rock band DOGS ON SHADY LANE released their debut full-length album KNOTS via Lauren Records. Written and recorded over seven years, the eight-song record pairs harmony-heavy indie rock with slowcore and alt-folk influences.

Vocalist Lizz Wright and pianist Kenny Banks Sr. released their duo album NEARNESS, an 11-track collection of jazz standards, spirituals, and original compositions. The pair will perform at City Winery in New York City.

Indie pop singer-songwriter Susannah Joffe released her debut album DUST SETTLES AND SO WILL I on September 25, 2026. She will perform at All Things Go D.C. on September 26 and open for Paris Paloma on the FATAL FLAW North American Tour.

Following her first runway appearance at Natasha Zinko's London Fashion Week show, Georgian-born Greek artist Tamta will headline an immersive live performance at Colours Hoxton, combining music, choreography, styling and new material.

Semyon Bychkov and the Czech Philharmonic recorded Shostakovich's Fifth and Seventh Symphonies. The album will be released digitally on November 6, 2026, with a physical CD edition following in November 2026.

Country-folk singer Max McNown released his third studio album LEAVE ON A LIGHT on Fugitive Recordings. The 17-track record reflects on his breakout success and pays homage to his wife and family.

The Performance Project@University Settlement will present original theater, dance, and performance art created by six fellows at Speyer Hall on the Lower East Side.

SFCM's 2026–27 season integrates artist residencies, professional internships, and side-by-side performances through its Global Creative Alliance, which includes Askonas Holt and Pentatone.