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Experience the iconic film DIRTY DANCING like never before with a live concert tour visiting 50 cities, including a stop at Popejoy Hall.

Experience the magic of DIRTY DANCING in concert at NJPAC in March 2025. Enjoy live performances of the iconic soundtrack and relive the classic movie moments on the big screen.

After a dozen years of sold-out engagements at the Art House, and a Covid-necessitated poolside show at the Crown & Anchor in 2020, Maye is back this year to give a Broadway-themed concert at Town Hall on August 25, with Tedd Firth on piano, Steve Doyle on bass, and Daniel Glass on drums.

James Robinson is the next General and Artistic Director of Seattle Opera, and the fifth person to lead the company in its 61-year history. Robinson begins his tenure on September 4, 2024, replacing Christina Scheppelmann, who takes over as General and Artistic Director of Brussels' La Monnaie/De Munt in January 2025 following the completion of her contract with Seattle Opera.

Explore the life of 1960s football legend John White and his tragic end in the one-man play THE GHOST OF WHITE HART LANE, heading to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets.

A lively, varied and yes, sassy night celebrating a groundbreaking artist. If only a few of the audience headed off to listen to Vaughan's original recordings, that is a bonus. As Sarah Vaughan 'married operatic grandeur with the coolness of jazz', so this concert digs deep to showcase her range, personality, and love of life.

The casts have been revealed for THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD and THE CAT & THE CANARY at Chichester Festival Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

For its opening night of its 2024 season, the Hollywood Bowl presented a musical celebration of composer Henry Mancini’s 100th Birthday with a concert featuring the Hollywood Bowl orchestra—under the direction of principal conductor Thomas Wilkins and welcomed special guest artists Michael Bublé, Dave Koz, Monica Mancini, and Cynthia Erivo.

This time, the reader question was: Which Broadway theaters are the largest and which are the smallest and our expert, Jennifer Ashley Tepper has done a deep dive on the sizes of Broadway theatres both past and present!

Explore the life of 1960s football legend John White and his son Rob's journey in the one-man play THE GHOST OF WHITE HART LANE, commissioned for the Fringe. Discover the story of 'The Ghost' of White Hart Lane.

Before you enjoy the Great Performances production, check out these five fascinating facts about the history and recent production of this groundbreaking play.

The Yardley Players will present THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College this summer. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Tonight, The REV Theatre Company raises the curtain on its 2024 season with “Jersey Boys,” playing at Auburn’s Merry-Go-Round Playhouse through June 22nd. See photos from the production.

Get ready to have your socks knocked off and your heart racing with The Barricade Boys! These four dazzling performers are taking the world by storm with their electrifying show that will have you tapping your feet, belting out your favourite tunes, and grinning from ear to ear.

 Weston Theater Company will take audiences for a musical ride chronicling the rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons inJERSEY BOYS: THE STORY OF FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS, playing at Weston’s Walker Farm Theater from June 12 - July 13. 

MARVIN HAMLISCH: LOVE IS NEVER GONE recalls the ups and downs and talents of the late man of music in advance of his 80th birthday in June. The much-admired composer and conductor's life story gets the musical biography jukebox treatment. The May 10th show shone a warm spotlight on Hamlisch, best known for writing the music to A CHORUS LINE.

The REV Theatre Company has announced the company for the opening production of its 2024 season, 'Jersey Boys.'

an enchanted evening that will be remembered for many decades as an occasion that was memorable in every way

Hadestown star Reeve Carney has developed a loyal following in the cabaret scene with his solo shows at the Green Room 42. This Monday, May 13th, Carney will be doing two sets back to back at 7 pm and 9:30 pm, covering era-defining selections of Beatles music. We spoke about the upcoming show and the influence the Beatles have had on Carney.

LA Opera will present the world premiere of a major new commission: the orchestral song cycle Fire and Blue Sky by Emmy-winning composer Joel Thompson and librettist Imani Tolliver. Learn how to purchase tickets !

The Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse will present its debut of JERSEY BOYS! Running through July 6, the magical pop extravaganza brings to life some of the most iconic and beloved tunes ever written, all served up by a stunning team of professional talents.

UNDERMAIN has announced its 41st 2024/2025 Season The Season of Identity.

A brand-new, reimagined regional iteration of the Tony-winning 2005 musical JERSEY BOYS now at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is exceeding all expectations. Featuring a superb ensemble cast performing The Four Seasons' greatest hits, this spectacular, high-energy, crowd-pleasing production continues through May 12, 2024.

Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre will begin the 2024 musical season early when they bring back the hit 2019 production of JERSEY BOYS. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Experience the future of ballet as Boston Ballet School will present NEXT GENERATION, a one-night-only showcase of their most promising students.