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Kick off your Sunday shoes and don’t miss the upbeat, energetic, 80s pop phenomenon that is Footloose at Broadway at Music Circus. The musical is based on the 1984 movie of the same name that got a generation of teens on their feet and dancing. After some changes were made to make it more suitable for the stage, it opened on Broadway in 1998 and garnered four Tony Award nominations, including Best Original Score and Best Choreography. This is the first show in the 2025 Music Circus season, marking a huge change as it goes from its traditional summer run to year-round offerings.

Patricia Ward Kelly, wife and biographer of the late Hollywood legend Gene Kelly brought her acclaimed show, Gene Kelly - A Life in Music to Auckland, New Zealand this week for a special show with the Auckland Philharmonia orchestra. Audiences were treated to an additional surprise when international star Michael Crawford made a surprise appearance. Long before he created the lead role of The Phantom of the Opera, Crawford was directed as Cornelius Hackl, by Gene Kelly in the film adaptation of the musical Hello, Dolly!, opposite Barbra Streisand and Walter Matthau. 

The sounds of Cuba come to vibrant life on Broadway in Buena Vista Social Club, the musical new musical based on the legendary album of the same name. The critics have weighed in. Read their reviews of Buena Vista Social Club!

Paying tribute to the Judson Church choreographers who pushed the boundaries of what dance could be, New York Theatre Ballet (NYTB) will present Legends & Visionaries: Postmodern Dance at Judson Church.

​​​​​​​Grupo Corpo, one of Brazil's most renowned contemporary dance companies, will grace the stage at The Music Center's Ahmanson Theatre for three performances.

Mr Sang Jijia has been appointed as the fifth Artistic Director of City Contemporary Dance Company. He commenced his term officially on 1 January 2025. Learn more here!

Get a first look at rehearsals for the Non-Replica production of Wicked at Teatr Muzyczny ROMA. This is the first time the musical has ever been staged in Poland. The production will begin performances on April 5th, is currently set to run through June 29th, 2025.

The New York Philharmonic has revealed plans for the 2025–26 season, with Gustavo Dudamel as the Orchestra’s Music and Artistic Director Designate. See full programming and learn more.

ESQUE will come to Feinstein's Cabaret inside the Hotel Carmichael. Prepare to step into a world of glam, glitter, and dazzling decadence with this sensational burlesque show now gracing the stage at Feinstein's Cabaret inside the Hotel Carmichael.

The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago has announced 16 by Red Clay Dance Company for three performances only, April 17-19, 2025, featuring Founding Artistic Director and CEO Vershawn Sanders-Ward.

hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!

The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance has announced the cast and conductors for Dayton Opera's upcoming production of Verdi's Aida at the Schuster Center.

Samantha Pauly has announced that she must take a medical leave from The Great Gatsby for two weeks. The musical's Jordan Baker has revealed that she will be out of the hit musical for two weeks.

Mariah Carey, the elusive chanteuse and best-selling female artist of all time, has been announced for a spectacular outdoor concert at the Royal Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, in what will be one of the pop music moments of the summer.

The Board of Directors of City Contemporary Dance Company has announced the appointment of Mr Sang Jijia as the fifth Artistic Director. He commenced his term officially on 1 January 2025.

TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails, on Monday, April 7 at Tao Downtown (92 Ninth Avenue).

Watch a video from inside rehearsals for Boop! the Musical on Broadway, starring Jasmine Amy Rogers as Betty Boop. The musical also features Faith Prince, Erich Bergen, and more!

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.

BroadwayWorld talks with 'The Gilded Age' and 'Sunday in the Park with George' actor Claybourne Elder about his nonprofit, City of Strangers, which gives away Broadway tickets to people who can’t afford them.

The excitement was overflowing in The Kennedy Center Opera House as the annual Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater program began. The audience was so heavily anticipating the start that they found every excuse to cheer — they even applauded the sponsor acknowledgement. 

Legendary performer Debbie Allen hosts free dance classes for victims of the LA wildfires, aiming to uplift spirits with her initiative 'Dancing in the Light: Healing Through the Arts' at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy.

Touring dance group Shen Yun Performing Arts is under criminal investigation for possible visa fraud, labor issues, and more. Allegations of visa fraud, labor law violations, and human trafficking surface as the world-renowned dance company faces scrutiny. Click to explore more.

La MaMa will present Coffeehouse Chronicles #178: Dancenoise taking place on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 3PM at Ellen Stewart Theatre @ La MaMa (66 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10003).

Doechii is not throwing away her shot at Broadway. After taking home her first Grammy for Best Rap Album on Sunday night, a video has resurfaced of the rapper dancing to a mashup of of her song 'Catfish' and 'My Shot' from Hamilton.

PROVA A PRENDERMI al TEATRO BRANCACCIODebutto al Teatro Nazionale di Milano il 27 febbraio per poi approdare a Roma il 19 marzo per l'adattamento in italiano del musical ispirato al celebre film