Show People - 2006 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 2

When people hear about Idlewild, the first thing that comes to mind is the 2006 drama film with a musical score produced, written, and mostly performed by the Grammy award winning hip-hop duo Outkast. Set in fictional Idlewild, Georgia, the film focuses on the seedier side of the music business rather than the majesty that was Idlewild, Michigan.

Rehearsals are underway for the new company of The Devil Wears Prada The Musical, as the musical enters its third year in the West End.  Check out the photos here.

Emmy Award winner George Abud and Tony Award nominee Lilli Cooper join the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical SPRING AWAKENING. Cooper returns to the production nearly two decades after originating a role in the original Broadway production.

The Tony-nominated two-person comedy opens Pompano Players' season at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, marking the show's first production in South Florida nearly two decades after its New York premiere.

With flipping acrobats, ginormous creatures, and vocal talent that will melt you, the 2026 national tour of Water for Elephants makes for a spectacular night out. Lucky for Seattle, the production is currently stopping at The Paramount Theatre. With artful tour direction by Ryan Emmons, this production is packed with everything you could want in a night at the theater: spectacle, romance, humor, heartbreak, and loads of circus magic.

Hell in a Handbag Productions has revealed its 25th anniversary season featuring three productions, including the world premiere of It's a Horrible Life – A Golden Girls Lost Episodes Musical Parody and more.

ALIEN ANT FARM released the single and music video 'Gaslighter' via Judge & Jury Records. The track will appear on the band's new album and precedes tour dates including Sick New World in Fort Worth, Texas on October 24, plus UK and Ireland performances.

Andrew McMahon announced a new EP featuring stripped-down versions of SOMETHING CORPORATE songs, with the first single 'She Paints Me Blue' now available.

The one-man Shakespeare adaptation starring Raoul Bhaneja will perform at Theatre Passe Muraille in Toronto, with proceeds supporting The Andy McKim Endowment Fund for New Works.

Real Gone Music confirmed four limited-edition colored vinyl titles for Record Store Day Black Friday, including remastered 30th-anniversary albums from BARENAKED LADIES, a debut LP from Bazzi, and a previously unreleased live collection from Tom Verlaine.

This October, Broadway treasure Kelli O’Hara is heading from the stage to the big screen—or at least, one of her stage performances is. O’Hara stars in Fallen Angels, the sparkling, dizzying, and deliciously potent Noël Coward comedy, coming to movie theatres this month, giving audiences everywhere another chance to see one of Broadway’s most celebrated leading ladies in action.

SIMPLE PLAN announced 14 Canadian dates for 2027, marking the band's first headlining tour in the country in a decade. YELLOWCARD and BOWLING FOR SOUP will join as special guests, with MARIANAS TRENCH appearing on select dates. General onsale begins October 9.

MC Lyte will launch a national tour celebrating her Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, kicking off October 11 in Brooklyn and spanning 12 markets including Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, and Atlanta through November.

Reba McEntire's personal collection of stage-worn gowns, jewelry, boots, and memorabilia will be auctioned to benefit The Reba McEntire Fund supporting local and national nonprofits.

The Tony Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS will perform three shows at State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick on October 16–17, 2026. Tickets start at $52.

Actor Ray Romano and executive producer Rory Rosegarten will be inducted into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, making history as the organization's first non-music inductees in its 22-year history.

Michelle Branch surprised Los Angeles fans by welcoming Lisa Loeb to perform the 1994 hit "Stay (I Missed You)" during a sold-out stop on her EVERYWHERE AND BACK AGAIN tour at The Wiltern.

BET announced the SOUL TRAIN AWARDS 2026 nominees, with fan voting for R&B/Soul Song of the Year on BET.com and a new Spotify R&B X International Artist category voted on Spotify.

A new book by Brian Beck and Piotr Orlov features essays from 80 celebrated musicians, including Dolly Parton, Erykah Badu, Chris Stapleton, and Jamie xx, highlighting overlooked and beloved albums.

Julien's Auctions will present over 450 lots of music memorabilia at its PLAYED, WORN, & TORN sale in Nashville, featuring instruments and artifacts from Bill Wyman, Liberace, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, and other legendary artists.

Could a musical based on the music of The Killers be in the works? In an interview with GQ, Justin Peck shared that after working on Illinoise, that he has a dream of developing the band's album 'Hot Fuss' into a musical next. 

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra announced that Music Director Tarmo Peltokoski will conduct the free outdoor concert at Central Harbourfront, featuring performances by pianist Aristo Sham and clarinetist Andrew Simon.

Mia Moretti released a 10-track compilation featuring Heidi Lawden, Scarlett O'Malley, HYANNI, and remixes from Radio Slave and MYD, reflecting her summer residency on the White Isle.

Dorothée Munyaneza will present the U.S. premiere of her solo performance based on French philosopher Elsa Dorlin's essay on Tituba, performed at New York Live Arts Theater.

Spring Awakening has extended its Off-Broadway run through April 4, 2027, with tickets for the additional performances going on sale October 8.