My One and Only 2006

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers released his first solo album in over a decade, THRASHER, alongside a live performance video for "Does It Ever Cross Your Mind?"

Shadowbox Live! is no exception. Beginning in late August, the theatre troupe will offer two “spooky” shows, SCREAMERS and SPEAK OF THE DEVIL, a tribute show to the music and magic of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath.

Colin Moulding, founding member of XTC, will release a three-track CD single titled WANT IT BAD (THE PEP TALKS AND PLAYING FIELDS OF OLD ENGLAND) via Burning Shed, accompanied by a new video.

Tommy Emmanuel announced a September 4 remastered reissue of his 2006 album THE MYSTERY on vinyl for the first time, with a new bonus live track and U.S. tour dates beginning next week.

Founder and artistic director Austin McCormick brought Company XIV to Bushwick in 2006, creating one of the most unique performance spaces in the city.

Michelle Branch and NEW RADICALS frontman Gregg Alexander appear together in a reimagined music video for The Game of Love, marking Alexander's first on-screen band appearance in decades.

We attended Unity Fest Day 2, out at Heritage Landing in Muskegon, Michigan, and although Unity has great Bands and Artists and is a multi-day event, it isn’t just about the music; it is far bigger than that! For over 25 years, the heart behind the Unity Christian Musical Festival has been bigger than music: Unity exists to strengthen and support nonprofit ministries, making an impact across our communities. Nonprofit ministries are given opportunities to connect directly with thousands of festival attendees through on-site booths and relationship-building opportunities during the event.

What does it feel like when doves cry? Broadway is about to find out! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of Purple Rain will arrive on Broadway later this season. While we await its arrival, catch up on everything there is to know so far!

Derek Hough is back on tour this summer, and you could say the triple-threat superstar doesn’t have to be. But live performance is Hough’s happy place.

TAKING BACK SUNDAY will commemorate the 20th anniversary of its album LOUDER NOW with a deluxe anniversary edition, according to a release from Big Picture Media.

Florida band THE CADETS, whose members include Chad Matheny of EMPEROR X, signed to Bar/None Records and shared a music video ahead of a retrospective album release.

David LaMarche, a conductor with American Ballet Theatre since 1998, has been named the company's next Music Director, extending a decades-long relationship with the organization.

American Aquarium frontman BJ Barham discussed the origins of the track, drawn from a sportscaster's catchphrase and two decades of building a career on his own terms.

For nine years, the Kindling Arts Festival has been bringing audiences together by giving local artists the chance to display their creativity. From July 23rd to the 26th this year, over one hundred and fifty local artists got to perform twenty-two shows spread across eight venues in Nashville.

When the idea of seeing this Ken Ludwig play came to fruition, I was immediately enamored with the idea that it is based on a true story. Chronologically retelling the story of his parents courtship amidst the backdrop of war, specifically World War II, created a strong presence, I knew would resonate with all who witnessed its telling.

Let's go crazy! BroadwayWorld has just learned that 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN will arrive on Broadway. PURPLE RAIN will premiere next spring at the Majestic Theatre, beginning previews on  Friday, March 12, 2027, and officially opening on Monday, April 12, 2027. We have all of the details here!

The Complete History of American Musical Theater” series returns to the Odyssey Theatre with an exploration of landmark shows, songs, artists and innovations from The 1950s that helped define the Golden Age of the American musical. Through engaging narration and live performances, the evening celebrates classics including Guys and Dolls, The King and I, My Fair Lady, West Side Story and The Music Man. Featured performers include Eileen Barnett, Camryn Hamm, Scott Harlan, Hayden Kharrazi, Tony nominee Mary Gordon Murray and Tony nominee Rory O’Malley, with narration by Dan Fishbach and Mark D. Kaufmann. One performance only takes place on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 8 p.m. The Odyssey Theatre is located at 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90025. For more information and Tix Click: go to OdysseyTheatre.com.

Kristianne Kurner announced she will leave New Village Arts at the end of the 2026–2027 season after 25 years leading the Carlsbad theater company.

MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy gallops into Atlanta’s Fox Theatre July 21st–26th. I caught up with Delaney Benson to talk about life on the road, and the family legacy that helped shape her own theatrical journey.

Crow's Theatre will present the world premiere stage adaptation of Rohinton Mistry's A FINE BALANCE, adapted by Anosh Irani and directed by Artistic Director Chris Abraham, at the Guloien Theatre in Toronto.

In a candid conversation with BroadwayWorld, beloved actor Aaron Lazar discusses the progression of his ALS diagnosis and says his purpose ‘feels more exciting to me than dying.’

AI-generated tracks cost effectively nothing to produce and pennies to distribute; parked on a recognizable name, they skim streams - and royalties - from fans and algorithmic playlists alike.

BroadwayWorld is looking back at what the original Broadway cast of Jersey Boys has been up to since the show first opened on Broadway, ahead of its 20th anniversary tour!

Michelle Branch will bring the Everywhere And Back Again Tour to Boulder Theater this October. Learn more about the upcoming concert and how to get tickets here.