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Interview: Jeremy Jordan Brings His One-Man Show to Segerstrom
by Melissa Heckscher - Jun 5, 2025


Just a week after he wraps up his final performance in the titular role of FLOYD COLLINS on Broadway—a role that earned him a 2025 Tony Award nomination—musical theater icon Jeremy Jordan will head to Los Angeles to perform his long-running and (as of now) nearly sold-out one-man show at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, June 28–29.

David Hunter and Grace Mouat Join 13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2025


West End stars, David Hunter and Grace Mouat, will star as Matt Flamhaff and Lucy Wyman respectively in the world premiere production of 13 GOING ON 30 - THE MUSICAL.

Brian De Lorenzo to Release TOAST OF THE TOWN, VOL. 1
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025


Cabaret Classics will release Toast of the Town, Volume 1, the new big band album from Boston-based vocalist Brian De Lorenzo, on CD and streaming and digital platforms in June. Learn more about the album here!

What Are Notable Broadway Shows About Lawyers?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 25, 2025


Two of the most famous lawyers in modern history are Ross Cellino Jr. and Steve Barnes. A hilarious dark comedy about the law partners, titled Cellino v. Barnes, has been running off-Broadway since last summer, starring Eric William Morris and Noah Weisberg and written by Mike B. Breen and David Rafailedes. 

The Story Theatre's AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN Announces Second Extension
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2025


Due to high demand, The Story Theatre has announced a second week of additional performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen, now extended through Sunday, May 25, 2025 on Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage.

Interview: Theatre Life with S. Katy Tucker
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 29, 2025


Today’s subject S. Katy Tucker is currently living her theatre life as the projection designer for Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs. The production runs May 2nd through 10th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.

Preview: World Premiere of Moravec-Campbell ALL SHALL RISE at Carnegie, May 5 by Oratorio Society
by Richard Sasanow - Apr 28, 2025


The Oratorio Society of New York (OSNY) under Maestro Kent Tritle brings the world premiere performance of ALL SHALL RISE, by composer Paul Moravec and librettist Mark Campbell, to Carnegie Hall on May 5. It concludes their American Voices trilogy of choral works—this one about the history of voting rights in the US.

Tribeca Festival 2025 Audio Lineup Includes New HAMLET Adaptation & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2025


The 2025 Tribeca Festival has unveiled its audio storytelling lineup, sponsored by Audible, featuring a dynamic mix of live episodes, immersive audio experiences, and world premieres.

Review Roundup: JUST IN TIME Opens on Broadway Starring Jonathan Groff
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2025


Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff. brings show business legend Bobby Darin to thrilling life in the new Broadway spectacle, JUST IN TIME, opening tonight at Circle in the Square Theatre.

The Story Theatre's AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAQ QUEEN Extends at Raven Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025


Due to popular demand, The Story Theatre has announced one additional week of performances for its new production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen.

Michael Tilson Thomas's 80th Birthday Concert Program Announced At Davies Symphony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2025


On Saturday, April 26, at 7:30pm, the San Francisco Symphony celebrates Music Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas's 80th birthday with a one-night-only performance.

Interview: Dixie Longate and Kris Andersson of DIXIE'S TUPPERWARE PARTY at Stages Houston
by Brett Cullum - Apr 12, 2025


I have had a couple of run-ins. I've been married three times. I have three kids that I know of. I was doing things and I never thought I would be a Tupperware lady. I was doing things that normally weren't panning out from where I was from. My mama said, “I'm not pretty enough to work at this strip club!”

A Play, A Pie and A Pint To Present THE BROWN DOLL World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2025


A Play, A Pie and A Pint to present the world premiere of The Brown Doll. Written by Cilla Silvia (Opening Night, Pretty Woman) and directed by Niloo Far-Khan. Performed by Sharan Atwal, Farah Ahmed, Rachel Ogilvy and Mehren Yar.

Amas Musical Theatre to Celebrate 56th Anniversary at Annual Gala Benefit Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025


Amas Musical Theatre will celebrate its 56th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert at Theater 555. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.

Review: HAMILTON at Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - Mar 31, 2025


It’s back, and we were in the Room Where It Happened. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s HAMILTON is running here in Austin through April 6th. Inspired by Ron Chernow’s 2004 biography Alexander Hamilton, the musical premiered Off-Broadway in 2015 at The Public Theater before transferring to Broadway later that year, where it became a cultural phenomenon. Can you believe it? TEN years ago? 

Review: JERSEY BOYS at Florida Studio Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Mar 30, 2025


What did our critic think of JERSEY BOYS at Florida Studio Theatre?

AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEEN Begins In April At The Story Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025


The Story Theatre is over the moon to kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest, directed by Joseph Jefferson Award-winning director Mikael Burke.

Tovah Feldshuh and Charles Busch Will Receive 2025 MAC Lifetime Achievement Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025


The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has announced all of the honorees who will be celebrated as part of the upcoming 39th Annual MAC Awards. Learn more here!

Ariana Grande to Release BRIGHTER DAYS AHEAD Short Film
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025


Two days after the official announcement of Eternal Sunshine Deluxe, Ariana Grande has followed up the news with the announcement of an accompanying short film, also dropping on March 28.

Douglas Moore Fund For American Opera Presents GIANTS IN THE EARTH REDISCOVERED
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025


The Douglas Moore Fund for American Opera in collaboration with the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and the Scandinavian House of New York City will present Douglas Moore: Giants in the Earth Rediscovered, a FREE program on Tuesday, March 11 at the Scandinavian House.

MidAmerica Productions Announces Carnegie Hall 2025 Concert Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025


MidAmerica Productions unveils its 42nd season at Carnegie Hall, an extraordinary lineup of concerts celebrating the power of music to inspire, connect, and transform.

New Musical ICEBOY!, THEATER OF THE MIND World Premieres and More Set for Goodman Theatre Centennial Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025


Celebrate a century of innovation at Goodman Theatre with six world premieres, including two musicals, a major cultural attraction, and beloved annual productions. Join us for a year-long citywide event and a festival of new plays from September 2025 to August 2026.

BENT COMPASS by Neil Brookshire and Colin Sesek is Coming to SoloFest 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025


“Bent Compass”, a one-man show which explores the transformation of a young man from raw Army recruit to seasoned combat medic to a civilian attempting to re-adjust to life back in the world, is coming to Catskill's Bridge Street Theatre. Learn more!

Interview: Theatre Life with Jordan Slattery
by Elliot Lanes - Feb 18, 2025


Today’s subject Jordan Slattery is currently living her theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre playing the role of Jane in Job. The production runs through March 16th in Signature’s ARK space.

Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra Celebrates 25 Years At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025


Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra celebrates its 25th anniversary with a career retrospective at Carnegie Hall on Friday, March 14.

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