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Merrily We Roll Along tackles these behemoth existentialisms at a granular level in the lives of three old friends. It’s one of those shows that leaves you with something to ponder for days after the lights come up. In Signature Theatre’s hands, Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s masterpiece is more intricate than ever before.

The 10-disc collection compiles Kim Carnes' recordings for A&M, EMI America and MCA, featuring rare 12-inch dance mixes, bonus duets and a limited autographed print edition.

A CERTAIN RATIO has released two anniversary editions, THE JOY OF SEXTET and FORCE MAJEURE, via Mute, marking milestones for the band's Sextet and Force albums.

MVD Entertainment Group announced a Blu-ray and DVD release for the documentary BILLY IDOL SHOULD BE DEAD, chronicling the rock artist's career and survival story.

Fifteen-time GRAMMY winner Ricky Skaggs will bring his bluegrass band Kentucky Thunder to the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, with tickets set to go on sale this week.

MINISTRY has released the single and video for "We Hate" from its upcoming final album, HATE TO GO (TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY), and added Australia's Good Things Festival to its remaining tour schedule.

The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, led by Jeff Bush, released SENTIMENTAL OVER YOU on Hindsight Records, its first studio album since 1981, featuring new takes on Dorsey classics and standards.

Trinity Repertory Company will hold children's auditions, a teen art competition, and student matinee ticket sales for its 50th anniversary production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL in Providence.

Much has been written and expressed about how few new Broadway musicals—six—hit the boards last season. The Broadway landscape is experiencing several challenges at the moment, largely tied to the American economy as a whole. In addition, the number of new musicals per season always fluctuates. In particular, the post-pandemic seasons stuffed with productions that were waiting in the docket were bound to cause a few course-correcting smaller slates in subsequent years.

Nancy Jones hosts a George Jones 95th birthday tribute at Nashville Palace Sept. 13, benefiting Concerts 4 A Cause and MTSU's Jones scholarship.

Theatre has always intersected with politics, and the presence of American presidents in Broadway, off-Broadway, and regional theatre plays and musicals is a major part of this. Did you know that all of our heads of state have been featured in shows, whether as characters or as plot points that are part of the action? Dramatizing current and former leaders of our nation is a way to examine their affect on society at the time and how political events, even those of many years ago, still impact us all. 

Broadway's biggest landmarks are easy to spot, but some of the Theatre District's most fascinating stories are hiding in plain sight. From historic theaters and legendary rehearsal spaces to tucked-away tributes and unexpected Broadway landmarks, these lesser-known stops will add a whole new act to your next walking tour!

See some of the top outdoor concerts across NYC's five boroughs this week with singer-songwriter Andrew Bird, tributes to Aaliyah and Ella Fitzgerald, social dance, and more!

Ministry and Al Jourgensen announced the band's final album, 'Hate To Go (Take Out Or Delivery),' on Cleopatra Records, along with a goodbye tour spanning Europe and the U.S.

AGMP Concerts will present a series of performances at The Assembly in Leamington Spa to mark the venue's 100th anniversary, featuring Macy Gray, The Blockheads, Trevor Horn & His Band, Incognito, and The Ordinary Boys.

Tony Danza returns to 54 Below with his Sinatra tribute show this July, joined by Linda Eder and a packed lineup of Broadway and cabaret stars.

Rambert's stage adaptation of IT'S A SIN, with Russell T Davies, Pet Shop Boys, and Glyn Fussell as executive producers, is set to tour the UK, premiering in Manchester before visiting venues nationwide.

The sold-out show featured the premiere of BABE: ELABORATIO, a symphony dedicated to Connick's mother, whose lifelong dream was for her son to perform at Carnegie Hall

Betty Boop, the iconic cartoon character that was recently brought to the stage in Boop! The Musical, is receiving a new cinematic treatment from Quinta Brunson. 

LONDON CITY BALLET announced its third season tour, visiting 17 venues across the UK, USA, and Europe, with an expanded company of 18 dancers and guest artist Alina Cojocaru.

CATS: The Jellicle Ball has officially brought its runway to Broadway! The musical revival opens tonight Broadhurst Theatre. Did the critics have a ball at this innovative new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical classic? Find out in our review roundup!

Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in April 2026.

The lineup has been announced for the 33rd edition of the New York African Film Festival (NYAFF), spotlighting 14 contemporary and classic feature films and 25 short films.

See what the critics are saying about The Public Theater’s world premiere play Public Charge, a new play based on true events written by former United States Ambassador Julissa Reynoso and award-winning playwright Michael J. Chepiga and directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes.

Rambert, the UK's leading contemporary dance company, in partnership with Factory International, has announced the early development of It's A Sin - a major new dance work inspired by the era-defining, award-winning Channel 4 series, It's A Sin.