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Y’all, SHUCKED is in town and it’s just as corny as you might imagine. It’s full to the brim with dad jokes, groan worthy puns, a-maize-ing talent, and a sweet little universal plot. It’s a strange but pleasant marriage between Broadway and corn-try music. An unapologetically silly display of rural Americana, SHUCKED is a timely fresh breath of fun.

Syracuse Stage will continue the 24/25 season with “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella,” the wondrous musical from theatre's most iconic songwriting duo. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

BroadwayWorld is sad to report that Timothy Lancaster West, CBE, stage and screen actor, has died at age 90. Read the full obituary for Timothy West here.

The musical TITANIQUE has officially set sail in Canada and is continuing to delight audiences at the Segal Centre in Montreal until November 24th, before opening in Toronto in December. A few weeks ago, Broadway World had the chance to chat with prominent Canadian performer, Kaylee Harwood who wears multiple hats as both Assistant Director and Standby for this production. It was a delight to hear from Kaylee about her excitement for this show and her experience so far.

The York Theatre Company has revealed that Joseph Hayward is stepping into the role of Interim Producing Artistic Director, and Debra Walton, as the Interim Associate Artistic Director.

The Community Players welcomes autumn and kicks off its 103rd season with a lively, stylish production of “Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella,” an updated musical adaptation of the beloved, quintessential rags-to-riches fairy tale about a young woman's transformation from indentured servant to elegant princess.

The Lion King will celebrate its 27th anniversary on Broadway on Wednesday, November 13th. Learn more about the show and its history, as well as the historic milestone, here!

Country music legend Lorrie Morgan will perform at JPAC on November 21. She will be in the New Orleans area for one night only on Thursday, November 21, at Jefferson Performing Arts Center in Metairie.

Graham Abbott will conduct Handel's Messiah at the Sydney Opera House this holiday season. Learn more about the upcoming performances and find out how to get tickets here!

Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre will celebrate its 70th birthday in 2025 with a year of entertainment. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.

While casting practices have evolved to enhance diversity (albeit, too slowly and not enough), the selection of plays remains strikingly homogeneous. We need to focus on what is produced as much as who is cast.

Actors Theatre of Indiana has announced a special two-night performance of TITANIC THE MUSICAL. Don't miss this limited engagement showcasing the dramatic retelling of the historic voyage.

More than 112 years after RMS Titanic – then the largest ocean liner afloat – struck an iceberg and sank on April 15, 1912, during its maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York, the public’s fascination with its tragic story remains unabated.

Luke Brady will star in the title role in Disney's HERCULES, opening at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in June 2025. The production features music by Alan Menken and lyrics by David Zippel, and a brand-new book by Robert Horn and Kwame Kwei-Armah. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Women's Edge together with its partner The Boston Globe, have announced that New England Conservatory was named one of the 24th annual Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts.

 Actors Theatre of Indiana has announced a two-night only performance of the award-winning Titanic: The Musical. This musical, with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston and a book by Peter Stone, is based on the story of the RMS Titanic which sank on its maiden voyage on April 15, 1912.

Erica Peck is no stranger to being associated with theatre that garners a cult following. Currently, she is starring as Molly Brown in the musical comedy TITANIQUE. Here, she talks to BWW about this exciting opportunity to celebrate the music of Céline Dion, while bringing the comedy and the vocals to the stage at the Segal Centre in Montreal.

 The 2024-25 tour of the iconic Tony Award®-winning musical ANNIE will play San Francisco’s Orpheum Theatre from Thursday, February 6 through Sunday, February 9, 2025.

René Marie at the Appel Room is a formidable, feisty presence saluting the late legend Harry Belafonte, concentrating on calypso. Her handling of the repertoire of legendary Belafonte, JUMP IN THE LINE!, brings a warm embrace with a hot band.

Experience Italian-American family drama in 'My Italy Story.' This captivating one-man show stars Michael Notardonato as he masterfully portrays multiple characters on a journey of identity and reconciliation. Don't miss it — Oct 24-27 at Hamilton Stage, Rahway, then Nov 1-3 at Sieminski Theater, Basking Ridge.

History, romance and a captivating mystery told in a breathtakingly magical way – that’s the thrilling combination you get with ANASTASIA, the latest production from Titusville Playhouse. The beloved musical, inspired by the classic 1997 animated film, takes audiences on a “Journey to the Past” through early 20th-century Russia and Paris and does so with a stellar cast and a beautiful creative vision that shines on the Titusville stage with vibrant energy and heartfelt emotion. Whether you are a longtime fan of the musical or experiencing it for the first time, this rendition promises to enchant and inspire.

There is no one in pop and rock like Laura Nyro, and Erica Garraffa is spellbinding as the great singer-songwriter.

Brown/Trinity Rep has announced the presentation of FUGITIVE SONGS, a musical exploring themes of escape and self-discovery.

Tony-award-winning performer Bernadette Peters visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Wednesday to talk about her upcoming Carnegie Hall performance as part of their Originals Concert Series. She also recalled her first time meeting composer Stephen Sondheim. Watch the interview now!