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STRANGER SINGS! THE PARODY MUSICAL to Debut on BroadwayHD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2024


BroadwayHD will debut Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical with an accompanying watch party on Wednesday, July 24, at 7:00 PM.

Additional Cast Set For John Lithgow-Led GIANT at the Royal Court
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024


The Royal Court Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play Giant, directed by Nicholas Hytner.

City of London Sinfonia Reveals Three-Part Concert Series, PATTERNS OF NATURE, at Smith Square Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024


City of London Sinfonia (CLS) will return to Smith Square Hall (formerly St John’s Smith Square) this autumn with a three-part series, Patterns of Nature, curated in partnership with a trio of inspiring experts to bring fresh perspectives on environmental themes by placing them at the heart of the concert experience.

Coney Island USA Presents THE 42ND ANNUAL MERMAID PARADE
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2024


Join the annual MERMAID PARADE at Coney Island on June 22, 2024. Celebrate with colorful costumes, music, and fun for all ages in one of New York's most iconic summer events.

Guild Festival Theatre Presents THREE MEN ON A BIKE
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024


Guild Festival Theatre announces the production of THREE MEN ON A BIKE, a new comedy exploring friendship and adventure.

Steven Mackey Co-Curates Tanglewood's Festival of Contemporary Music
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024


Steven Mackey and Tania León have been named the Merwin Geffen, M.D. and Norman Solomon, M.D. Festival of Contemporary Music Directors for its 60th anniversary season, held this year from July 25-29.

The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents 2024 C. Hartman Kuhn Award to Violist Marvin Moon
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024


The Philadelphia Orchestra recognized nine members of the Orchestra family for their exemplary contributions to the organization in a ceremony during the June 1, 2024, concert in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.

Interview: Theatre Life with Stephen Cole
by Elliot Lanes - Jun 2, 2024


Today’s subject Stephen Cole is an accomplished lyricist, performer, and book writer. You can now add novelist to that already impressive list of accomplishments. Stephen Cole’s latest literary endeavor takes us back to the Golden Age of Broadway with his first novel entitled Mary & Ethel…and Mikey Who?. The book is now available everywhere for purchase in both hardcover and digital versions.

Carol Burnett Would Have Liked to Have Done MAME: 'I Love the Part'
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024


In a new interview, comedy legend and Broadway performer Carol Burnett answered some big questions about her life and career, including the part that she has always wanted to play. She revealed that she would have loved to have appeared in a production of Jerry Herman's classic musical, Mame, playing the role originated by Angela Lansbury.

Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2024


Watch as the cast and creative team of La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June talk about bringing the production to the stage.

Newport Playhouse to Present THE CEMETERY CLUB Beginning Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


The Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Restaurant Event Center is opening The Cemetery Club to kick off the summer season. The show will run May 29 – June 30, 2024. 

Soulpepper Theatre to Present A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024


Soulpepper Theatre brings Tennessee Williams' classic A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE to the stage this summer. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Are There Lots of Musicals About Teenagers?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 2, 2024


This time, the reader question was: How often have Broadway musicals like The Outsiders been about teenagers?

Games, Books, and Collectables Belonging to Stephen Sondheim Will Be Auctioned in June
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2024


Memorabilia includes his gold record for West Side Story, custom-embroidered asylum coat from Sweeney Todd and more, including antiques of the Victorian and Edwardian as well as early puzzles, games, rebuses, coin-operated machines and more.

Phish Share New Song 'Oblivion' Ahead of New Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2024


Phish has announced the premiere of “Oblivion,” the second song released from their forthcoming new album, Evolve. Phish’s first album in over four years, Evolve arrives on Friday, July 12. True to Phish’s unique creative process, the album’s 12 songs were selected from arrangements shaped by the band’s dynamic live performances. Some, like the fan-favorite 'A Wave Of Hope,' have become springboards for Phish's most soaring improvisation. Listen to the new song now!

Blood On The Saddle Revisits History With 'FIRST BLOOD' Release
by Blair Ingenthron - May 19, 2024


On May 31, 2024, Ton-Up Records will release 'First Blood,' featuring early versions of classics like 'Ghost on My Heart,' 'I Wish I Was A Single Girl Again,' and 'I Thought I Heard Some Thunder.'

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2024
by - May 20, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed this weekend. 

Royal Highland Centre Reveals Lineup of 2024 Experiences and Events
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024


Royal Highland Centre has announced its upcoming 2024 experiences, from Summer Sessions to Comic Con and the iconic Royal Highland Show. Learn more about the lineup of events here!

Alexis Michelle & Tom Story Will Lead LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Barrington Stage
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2024


Barrington Stage Company (BSC) has announced casting for the launch of its 30th anniversary season with the new production of the multi-Tony Award-winning musical, La Cage aux Folles.

The Fire Weeds Makes NYC Debut With OUTRAGED HEARTS Featuring Two One-Act Plays By Tennessee Williams
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2024


The Fire Weeds, a new female-centric theatre company, will debut its inaugural production, OUTRAGED HEARTS, in NYC.

Review: ON MIDNIGHT, FRIDAY THE 13TH at Ensemble Theatre
by Brett Cullum - May 12, 2024


Sometimes, it’s fun to watch a theatre company let their hair down and have fun. And with ON MIDNIGHT, FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH, the Ensemble Theatre does just that. This is a giggle-filled, fast-paced murder thriller in the vein of Agatha Christie being spoofed at every turn. It is high-energy, camp, and perfect if you want an evening watching a talented cast having a blast going through a farce.

ADRENALIZE - The Ultimate Def Leppard Experience Announces Outdoor Summer Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2024


Experience the high-energy recreation of a live Def Leppard concert with ADRENALIZE's outdoor summer tour.

TRYING by Joanna McClelland Glass to Reopen Palm Beach Dramaworks This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024


TRYING by Joanna McClelland Glass will reopen Palm Beach Dramaworks this month. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Lindsay Buckingham to Release '20th Century Lindsey' Vinyl Boxed Set
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2024


20th Century Lindsey will be available on June 14 from Rhino as a 4-LP set and digitally as well as a 4-LP set exclusively sold on Rhino.com & LindseyBuckingham.com. A 4-CD set will be released later this year in August. Listen to a new track available now!

Sarasota Opera To Host 3rd Annual National Finals Of Schmidt Vocal Competition In June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024


Experience the thrill of opera at the 3rd Annual National Finals of the Schmidt Vocal Competition, hosted by SARASOTA OPERA. Witness the future of opera as talented vocalists compete for the top spot.

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