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Stefano May Releases New Single 'Crazy' by Michael Major - Oct 31, 2022

Working alongside producer Chico Bennett (Madonna, Lady Gaga, The Killers), a hauntingly beautiful ballad called “Crazy” was born -  a deeply reflective, desolate take on the dark corners of enduring devotion. Stefano’s achingly raw demonstration of stirring vulnerability reaches deep into our psyche for a lingering expression of cathartic lament.

Guest Blog: Julia Pascal: the Writer and Director on Exposing Hidden Jewish Narratives and her New Play 12.37 by Guest Blog: Julia Pascal - Oct 31, 2022

“Jews Don't Count” wrote David Baddiel in his provocative book analysing how Jews are treated as a 'difficult' minority in British identity politics. As a playwright and theatre director, Jews have always counted for me. The majority of my stage plays spotlight hidden Jewish narratives.

Sound Theatre to Present COST OF LIVING and More for 'Sweet 16' Season Lineup by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 29, 2022

During Sound Theatre Company's 2023 season, an unprecedented number of new works will hit the stages: two world premieres, the Seattle premiere of a Pulitzer-winning play currently on Broadway, and a playwright-in-residence' latest work in development.

Review: HUMAN MEASURE at Canadian Stage by Ilana Lucas - Oct 29, 2022

In Human Measure, artist Cassils’ first piece of contemporary dance choreographed by Jasmine Albuquerque, trans and nonbinary bodies are highlighted. A rejoinder to Yves Klein's Anthropometries paintings, in which naked women were painted blue and then dragged across canvases as living brushes, the piece frames its subjects as creators, not tools.

Public Theater Artistic Director Oskar Eustis Honored AT The Fortune Society's Hope & Justice Gala by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2022

​​​​​​​The Fortune Society honored Oskar Eustis, the Artistic Director at The Public Theater, with its Game Changer Award, and Public Works Performers from The Fortune Society with the Spotlight Award, at its annual “Hope & Justice” Gala on Tuesday, October 25, 2022.

Micah P. Hinson Releases Third Single from 'I Lie To You' by Michael Major - Oct 28, 2022

His songs feel like a patchwork of life experiences, from his early religious upbringing to fatherhood to difficult re But in early 2020, after releasing ten critically acclaimed albums and building a loyal international fanbase from the ground up, Micah P. Hinson nearly walked away from his music career.

VIDEO: Watch the First Trailer for SPECIAL FORCES: WORLD'S TOUGHEST TEST on FOX by Michael Major - Oct 28, 2022

The 16 Celebrity Recruits Are Danny Amendola, Mel B, Hannah Brown, Tyler Florence, Kate Gosselin, Dwight Howard, Montell Jordan, Gus Kenworthy, Nastia Liukin, Carli Lloyd, Beverley Mitchell, Kenya Moore, Mike Piazza, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Anthony Scaramucci and Jamie Lynn Spears. Watch the new video trailer now!

Photos: THE LINEUP WITH SUSIE MOSHER at Birdland Theater by Two Different Photographers by Stephen Mosher - Oct 30, 2022

With the Cabaret Convention mere days away, the vibe at The Lineup With Susie Mosher was all electricity and elation.

Intrepid Museum Announces Its Inaugural Unstoppable Women Leadership Symposium by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2022

The Intrepid Museum Announces Its Inaugural Unstoppable Women Leadership Symposium, taking place on Tuesday, November 15.

Theatre Raleigh Announces 2023 Main Stage Schedule by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2022

​​​​​​​Theatre Raleigh announces its 2023 main stage season, including such award-winning musicals as 'Jersey Boys,' and 'The Prom' and the world premiere of N.C. playwright Allan Maule's 'The Weight of Everything We Know.'

Review Roundup: Gabriel Byrne Brings WALKING WITH GHOSTS To Broadway- The Critics React! by Review Roundups - Oct 27, 2022

Internationally renowned actor and writer Gabriel Byrne returns to Broadway in his acclaimed solo show, Walking with Ghosts, adapted from his best-selling memoir of the same name.

13th Annual ZED FEST Film Festival Opens November 4, 2022 At The Regal Noho West by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2022

The 13th Annual Film Festival opens November 4, 2022 at Regal Noho West, North Hollywood, CA.

Photos: FUKT Begins Live And Streaming Performances At The Tank by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2022

FUKT, a new uplifting dark comedy that inspires us to own our past and get on with our lives, written by Emma Goldman-Sherman and directed by Janice L. Goldberg,  runs  October 27 - November 13 at The Tank. Performances are available for both in-person and live streaming viewing. See photos here!

Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of ALASKA DAILY on ABC - Thursday, November 3, 2022 by TV Scoop - Oct 27, 2022

Get all the scoop on ALASKA DAILY, airing on ABC on Thursday, November 3, 2022! When someone FROM Eileen’s past comes to Alaska, she goes against orders, causing a frenetic scene which has some unexpected consequences. Meanwhile, Eileen and Roz gain a new lead on Gloria’s case. Watch a video clip from a recent episode now!

Dalton Dover Signs With Universal Music Group Nashville by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2022

Dover first achieved prominence after appearing on Season 16 of “The Voice,” where he earned a chair turn from legendary country artist Blake Shelton. Two years later, Dover has continued to build his fan base on TikTok, garnering millions of views with his popular #CatchMeOffGuard series of cover song mashups.

Chef Spotlight: Chef Jonghun Won of Pavé in Midtown by Marina Kennedy - Oct 28, 2022

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Chef Jonghun Won about his career and Pavé for our “Chef Spotlight” feature

Exclusive: L Morgan Lee Discusses Breaking Barriers in A STRANGE LOOP on BROADWAY SANDWICH by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2022

L Morgan Lee, breakout star of “A Strange Loop” and the first trans actor to garner a Tony nomination, will be featured on a new episode of Broadway Sandwich. Watch an exclusive video clip of L Morgan Lee talking candidly with host Garen Scribner about being a role model.

Moody Bank$ Releases LP FEELING COLORS by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2022

After the release of her stimulating and intriguing singles 'Work It Out,' 'Red Lights,' and 'Joy Ride,' Moody Bank$ has finally released the highly anticipated full LP 'Feeling Colors.'

Stacey Sargeant & More to Star in Bleu Beckford-Burrell's LA RACE at WP Theater by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2022

Page 73 and Working Theater have announced the cast of Bleu Beckford-Burrell’s La Race (November 21–December 23 at the McGinn/Cazale Theater at WP Theater.

Alabama Shakes to Release 'Boys & Girls' 10th Anniversary Edition by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2022

Hailed as one of the best albums of 2012 by Rolling Stone and numerous other publications, Boys & Girls entered Billboard’s Independent Albums chart at No. 1. It went on to attain Platinum certification and earn the band multiple GRAMMY nominations. Lead single “Hold On' was voted the #1 Best Song of 2012 by Rolling Stone..

Book Review: MASTER OF THE HOUSE - THE THEATRES OF CAMERON MACKINTOSH by Cindy Marcolina - Oct 26, 2022

With many years ahead of the producer’s career, this most definitely won’t be the definitive text on Mackintosh’s tangible contributions to London’s theatres, but it’s a remarkable “the story so far” on a figure who’s as admired as is criticised.

Bob Woodward Comes to Tacoma Next Month by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2022

Tacoma Arts Live presents Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist and bestselling author Bob Woodward - 50th Anniversary of Watergate on Sunday, November 13 at Tacoma's  Pantages Theater. Tickets start at $39 and are on sale now.

The Trauma Survivors Foundation's Black Tie & Sneakers Masquerade Ball Comes to Philadelphia Next Month by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2022

For the first time since the foundation was created in 2013, the Trauma Survivors Foundation's Black Tie & Sneakers Masquerade Ball will be coming to Philadelphia, as LIVE! Casino will be hosting the 1,000 person gala fundraiser on Saturday, November 5th from 7 to 11 p.m. inside the property's Event Center at 900 Packer Avenue in South Philly.

Podcast Exclusive: The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales: Julie Benko by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2022

Julie Benko is an amazing actress, singer, writer, musician, director, and philanthropist based in NYC. She holds a BFA in Drama and an MFA in Acting from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. She currently plays as Fanny Brice in the Broadway show, 'Funny Girl', and released her brand new album, 'Hand in Hand' last August.

The Providence Performing Arts Center Announces New Community Outreach And Engagement Program, The Ocean State Star Awards by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2022

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announces a new Community Outreach and Engagement program: the Ocean State Star Awards. 

Bloomingdale School Of Music 2022/23 Faculty Concert Series Birthday Celebration - THE MUSIC OF MICHAEL COCHRANE by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2022

Bloomingdale School of Music announces its 2022/23 Faculty Concert Series at the David Greer Concert Hall, 323 West 108th Street, NYC.

National Queer Theater Presents Workshop Of New Solo Show By Ayla Sullivan In NYC by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2022

Today. National Queer Theater has announced that it will produce a workshop of a new play created and performed by Ayla Xuan Chi Sullivan (they/them), a Black and Vietnamese, queer, nonbinary, interdisciplinary arts practitioner, and directed by Roger Q. Mason (they/them). Gaven Trinidad (they/them) will serve as dramaturg.

Wagner College To Host Ceremony And Staged Reading of 2022 Stanley Award-Winner, MARILYN, MOM, AND ME by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2022

Wagner College Theatre has announced that the winner of the 2022 Stanley Drama Award is Luke Yankee for his play Marilyn, Mom and Me.

Comedian Don Barnhart To Return To Las Vegas Residency With New Syndicated TV Show by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2022

Don Barnhart is set to resume his nightly residency at the Delirious Comedy Club located inside The Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino and begin production of 'Unapologetically Funny!', the late night comedy show that doesn't hold back.

Full Cast Announced for THE (ONE-ACT) PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Austin Playhouse by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2022

Austin Playhouse has announced the cast for The (One-Act) Play that Goes Wrong by Henry Lewis, Henry Shields, and Jonathan Sayer playing November 18–December 18, 2022.

Elton John Farewell Concert to Livestream on Disney+ in November by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2022

“Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium” is a once-in-a-lifetime live, global original concert event that offers fans from around the world a front-row seat to witness the groundbreaking magic of the Rocket Man back at Dodger Stadium. The historic three-hour livestream will showcase Elton John as audiences have never seen him before.

Lineup Revealed For WOMEN'S BLUES REVUE at Massey Hall by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2022

The Women's Blues Revue 2022 full line-up has been announced and returns to the newly revitalized Massey Hall to celebrate its 35th year on Friday November 25, 2022 at Massey Hall. Bringing blues lovers together for an evening honouring the contributions to the genre with some of Canada's finest musicians.

Iceland's Nomination to the 95th Academy Awards to open Nordic International Film Festival by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2022

Over the festival’s 5-day program, films will be screened at 3 venues including Fotografiska New York and Scandinavia House. Along with the film screenings, NIFF will offer specialty events, like our Nordic flavored mixology class, presented by VI aquavit and our networking filmmaker lounge in Volvo Hall at Scandinavia House.

Review: The New York Pops Soar With THE MUSIC OF STAR WARS at Carnegie Hall by Stephen Mosher - Oct 27, 2022

To open their fortieth season, The New York Pops pulls out all the stops.

Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Announce Thrilling November 2022 Lineup by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2022

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances! 

Orange County Women's Chorus To Perform THE SISTERHOOD OF CECILIA by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2022

Orange County Women’s Chorus will perform The Sisterhood of Cecilia on November 19 and 20 at St.  Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church in Huntington Beach.  

Review: THE INHERITANCE PARTS 1 & 2 at Geffen Playhouse by Evan Henerson - Oct 21, 2022

THE INHERITANCE is designed to make an audience feel quite a few different kinds of emotions: sadness certainly over lives lost and squandered; seething bitterness over a country adrift; humor over the many creative ways in which smart people cope and endure; and perhaps even a strong inclination to read or stream E.M. Forster’s HOWARDS END.

VIDEO: See a Sneak Peek of Ivano Turco Singing 'Let's Dance' From FOOTBALLERS' WIVES THE MUSICAL by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2022

Celebrating the 20-year anniversary of its premiere on ITV in 2002 and ahead of a planned stage musical production, Big Broad Productions are next month releasing an 18-track studio cast recording of Footballers’ Wives The Musical. Listen to Ivano Turco singing a taster of ‘Let’s Dance’ here!

Stela Cole Releases New Single 'Bye Bye Blues' by Michael Major - Oct 21, 2022

Singer/songwriter Stela Cole has released her triumphant new single “Bye Bye Blues,” out now via Ultra Records. A punchy pop beat, synthesized hand-claps, and shimmering harmonies wrap around a slick bass line as Stela redefines what a breakup anthem sounds like as she encourages listeners to dance their tears away.

Finalists Announced For Canada's Biggest Opera Voice Competition by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2022

Following live auditions across the country, seven of Canada's most promising new opera singers have been selected to compete in the Canadian Opera Company's Centre Stage: Ensemble Studio Competition on November 3, 2022 at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. All proceeds from the evening support the COC's groundbreaking artist development program, the Ensemble Studio.

Axelrod PAC Announces 2022/2023 Season Lineup, Including Revival of RAISIN by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2022

The Axelrod Performing Arts Center has announced its 2022/2023 season, which includes Raisin, presented with the approval of the Hansberry Estate in association with production consultant Phylicia Rashad.

NatPhil Presents Megan Hilty, Michael Maliakel, and Luke Hawkins in November by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2022

The National Philharmonic (NatPhil) puts the spotlight on some of the best and brightest talents working today with Broadway's Brightest Lights (November 4 at Strathmore and November 6 at Capital One Hall).

Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at DCPA is Everything You Need by Jon Bee - Oct 21, 2022

What did our critic think of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at DCPA?

WQXR Presents Artist Propulsion Lab Fellows, Aizuri Quartet, In Concert At The Greene Space, November 18 by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2022

The GRAMMY-nominated Aizuri Quartet, “a quartet of expert collaborators” (The New York Times), performs their innovative Song Emerging program at The Greene Space as part of the WQXR Artist Propulsion Lab Concert Series on Friday, November 18 at 7:00pm ET. A livestream is also available.

Aizuri Quartet to Perform SONG EMERGING at The Greene Space in November by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2022

The GRAMMY-nominated Aizuri Quartet will perform their innovative Song Emerging program at The Greene Space as part of the WQXR Artist Propulsion Lab Concert Series on Friday, November 18 at 7:00pm ET. A livestream is also available.

A.B.L.E. to Return to Chicago Shakespeare Theater With RECONNECT by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2022

A.B.L.E. (Artists Breaking Limits & Expectations), a Chicago-based nonprofit that creates theatre and film for, with, and by individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), is returning to live performances after a nearly 3-year hiatus due to COVID-19.

TCG Announces RECOGNIZE Grantees for THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color Program by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2022

Theatre Communications Grouphas announced the recipients of RECOGNIZE grants as part of the THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color program. With $1,635,000 in support from Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, TCG is working in partnership with an Advisory Circle of BIPOC* to provide unrestricted funds for BITOC based in the U.S.

PVRIS Announces New Singles 'Anywhere But Here' & 'Animal' by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2022

Since 2014, producer, singer/songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Lyndsey Gunnulfsen has trailblazed her own path with her genre-breaking project PVRIS. She has marked her much-anticipated return with two brand new singles, “ANYWHERE BUT HERE” and “ANIMAL” via Hopeless Records.

Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Desert Theatreworks by Stan Jenson - Oct 20, 2022

How can eight murders onstage bring an audience to laughter that almost raises the roof? I suggest you get to Desert Theatreworks' production of A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder to find out for yourself! Great music, acting, directing and sets - this show has it all.

CHICAGO, A History- Part 2: A Modern Classic Makes A Bang On Stage and Screen by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2022

Discover the story behind one of the greatest musicals in history as we dive deep into the history of Broadway's longest-running American musical, John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Bob Fosse's, 'Chicago.'

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