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Richard Chamberlain, Legendary Star of TV, Stage and Screen Dies at 90
by Team BWW - Mar 30, 2025


Richard Chamberlain, renowned for his roles in 'The Thorn Birds' and 'Shogun,' has died at 90. Chamberlain, celebrated for his versatility in film, theater, and television, passed away on March 29th, 2025, in Waimanalo, HI, following a stroke. His career spanned decades, earning him numerous accolades, including Golden Globes for his performances.

Johnny Mathis to Retire From Concerts and Touring
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025


Prolific performer Johnny Mathis is retiring from touring and live concerts, with his last performance scheduled for May 18th, 2025, in Engelwood, New Jersey, at the Bergen PAC.

Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 3, 2026


The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.

27 Best Restaurants in the Theatre District in NYC
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 8, 2026


Who knows better about where to eat in the theatre district than the people who hang out the most in the theatre district? We've asked the experts- BroadwayWorld readers/avid theatregoers to weigh in on which restaurants are their favorites to grab a bite before or after a Broadway show. The results are in...

Playwrights From The Liberation Theatre Company Writing Residency Program To Hold Public Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025


Liberation Theatre Company  will host four nights of public readings of plays written by writers who participated in LTC's Writing Residency Program for 2024-2025. Learn more.

CIRCLE FORWARD World Premiere and More Set for Gulfshore Playhouse 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025


Gulfshore Playhouse has revealed the complete 2025-2026 season. Performances begin October 21, 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

CAMELOT to be Presented at The Human Race Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025


Embark on a majestic journey to a realm where honor, dignity, and morality pave the way for a new era under the youthful King Arthur’s reign, with Camelot, coming to The Human Race Theatre Company this spring. Learn more!

Top 20 Underrated Audition Songs for Baritones & Basses
by Sarah Lasko - Jan 22, 2025


If you’re a baritone or bass singer looking for an expert curated list of musical theatre songs to help you showcase your range and talent to the folks behind the audition table and to wow casting directors.

London Philharmonic Orchestra Reveals Sir George Benjamin as New Composer-in-Residence
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025


The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announced that its next Composer-in-Residence, the renowned British composer Sir George Benjamin, will succeed Tania León in September 2025. 

August Wilson Will Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025


Playwright August Wilson will be honored posthumously with the 2,799th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Learn more about the honor and how to stream the ceremony here!

Monthly Birthday Tribute: Take the Quiz!
by Rob Lester - Jan 1, 2025


Take BWW Cabaret's monthly quiz and see how much you know about music stars born in January. If your New Year's Resolution is to learn more about music, here's a fun way to do that for New Year's.

Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, & More Light Up the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs Chart
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024


Celebrating the songwriters behind the latest trending tinsel tunes and cherished seasonal standards alike, ASCAP has the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs and the Top 25 ASCAP Holiday Songs for 2024. 

GAUDANSE Awarded $35,000 By The New York State Council On The Arts
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024


GAUDANSE announced a grant award totaling $35,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the nonprofit arts and culture sector.

Interview: Michael Hammond talks adapting BABY JANE for the stage at The Company Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 11, 2024


If you’re a fan of the 1962 feature film “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?” and eager to learn more about the story that inspired the cult classic, then you may want to head to The Company Theatre in Norwell, now through October 27, for “Baby Jane.”

BWW Q&A: Susan Dormady Eisenberg On Her Book ONE MORE SEAT AT THE ROUND TABLE
by Joshua Wright - Aug 14, 2024


Set backstage during the out-of-town chaos of Lerner and Loewe’s now-classic 1960 musical, One More Seat at the Round Table portrays the struggles of feisty drama school grad Jane Conroy, who lands a plum Gal Friday job, and Bryce Christmas, a gifted, if insecure, actor on the verge of his big break.

Hawai'i Opera Theatre to Present New Hawaiian Opera THE SHELTERING TREE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024


HAWAI‘I OPERA THEATR will present THE SHELTERING TREE, a new Hawaiian opera that explores local culture and heritage. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Jeffrey Lo of 21ST ANNUAL NEW WORKS FESTIVAL at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Jim Munson - Aug 12, 2024


BroadwayWorld chats with director/playwright Jeffrey Lo about producing TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's 21st Annual New Works Festival running through August 18th which offers staged readings of four exciting new plays.

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 13, 2024


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Once Upon a Mattress! on Broadway. Check out all the details here!

MUSE/IQUE to Present FREEDOM AT THE MOULIN ROUGE Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 11, 2024


Just at summer's end, MUSE/IQUE and Artistic & Music Director Rachael Worby will present MUSE/IQUE's next show of their 2024 season Freedom at the Moulin Rouge, the incredible, under-told story of the first-ever fully integrated hotel and casino in the country.

KEEPIN' IT REAL & More Set for Illusion Theatre 50th Anniversary 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2024


ILLUSION THEATER celebrates its 50th anniversary with a season of new plays and special performances, honoring its legacy of producing transformative theater on pressing social issues.

FREEDOM AT THE MOULIN ROUGE Comes to MUSE/IQUE This Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2024


Just at summer’s end, MUSE/IQUE and Artistic & Music Director Rachael Worby will present MUSE/IQUE’s next show of their 2024 season Freedom at the Moulin Rouge, the under-told story of the first-ever fully integrated hotel and casino in the country.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Comes To Big Bear This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2024


Big Bear Theatre Project will present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, opening August 22 in Big Bear, CA.

BWW Q&A: Kyra Kennedy on BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Maine State Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jul 30, 2024


Kyra recently completed a run of Beautiful at Papermill Playhouse - also playing the role of Carole King. Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,' a captivating journey through the life of one of music’s most iconic songwriters. The production, a co-production with the Fulton Theatre, will run from August 7 to August 24.

Franco Ambrosetti's New Strings Album 'Sweet Caress' To Be Released in Immersive Sound
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2024


Franco Ambrosetti releases his second album of ballads with strings, Sweet Caress, arranged by Alan Broadbent and featuring John Scofield, Peter Erskine, Scott Colley, Sara Caswell, and Orchestra. Available August 9, 2024.

Westport Country Playhouse Honors Kristin Chenoweth And Mary-Mitchell Campbell At September Fundraiser
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2024


Westport Country Playhouse will honor Kristin Chenoweth and Mary-Mitchell Campbell at a special fundraiser on September 14.

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