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Tituss Burgess and Heather Headley to Headline Signature & Wolf Trap's BROADWAY IN THE PARK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026


Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts have revealed the headliners for the sixth annual musical theater collaboration, Broadway in the Park: Tituss Burgess and Heather Headley!

Noah Henry, Sarah-Anne Martinez and More to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026


Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for West Side Story, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season, including Noah Henry, Sarah-Anne Martinez making their Paper Mill debuts.

Tickets to go on Sale This Week for Heller Awards For Young Artists 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026


Texas Performing Arts will present the 13th annual Heller Awards for Young Artists at HELLER Bass Concert Hall, featuring over 400 students from 40 Central Texas high schools.

Chrissie Bhima, Alexia Khadime, Obioma Ugoala And Michael Duke Set For UK Concert Premiere Of I DREAM
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026


Casting has been announced for the UK concert premiere of the new musical ‘I Dream', which will be staged at The Other Palace on Monday 27 April at 3pm and 7:30pm.

Review: GIGI'S NYC 3RD ANNUAL BROADWAY CABARET at The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 13, 2026


The third annual GIGI'S NYC BROADWAY CABARET was a night packed with music, information, emotion, and people. Next year, let's pack that place even more.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 8, 2026- THE LION KING Tops the Grosses
by - Apr 8, 2026


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review: MONTE-CRISTO, LE SPECTACLE MUSICAL at Folies Bergère
by Patrick Honoré - Apr 6, 2026


A sleek, pop‑rock Monte‑Cristo with standout video design. Emotional, accessible, and built to please — even if Dumas’ depth gets streamlined in the process. Running until 19 April in Paris.

Interview: Lisa Donahey of RETRO REWIND: LISA & ELVIS AT THE VELVET MARTINI LOUNGE, VITELLO'S
by Gavin Glynn - Apr 7, 2026


Lisa Donahey took ten minutes to discuss with BWLA's Gavin Glynn about her RETRO REWIND Divas of the 60s with the UK's leading ELVIS Tribute Artist, Andy James. Get ready to twist, shout, and swoon as powerhouse vocalist Lisa Donahey takes you on a groovy journey back to the swingin’ '60s! With her signature charm and velvet vocals, Lisa celebrates the unforgettable Divas of the decade—from Dusty to Dionne, Aretha to Petula—with a fresh twist and a whole lotta heart. And it wouldn’t be a proper retro party without the King of Rock 'n' Roll royalty! Joining Lisa on stage is the UK's leading Elvis Tribute Artist, Award-Winning:Andy James. It’s a jukebox jam of soulful serenades, rockabilly rhythms, and nostalgic hits that’ll have you dancing in your seat and singing along all night. Tickets $35, plus $35 for food & beverage

Utah Premiere of COME FROM AWAY Will Be Performed at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026


Pioneer Theatre Company has announced the Cast and Creative Team for the Utah Premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical Come From Away, with book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein..

Interview: Darlene Drew, Flutist of THE LION KING At Devos Hall
by Brian Hilbrand - Apr 1, 2026


'The Lion King', currently playing in Detroit, roars back into Grand Rapids April 8 - 26, 2026, at DeVos Performance Hall for a three-week engagement. As The Lion King returns to Grand Rapids for the first time since its 2019 premiere as part of the Broadway Grand Rapids 25/25 series, several Michigan-born accomplished musicians take center stage. Broadway World Michigan was fortunate to interview Darlene Drew (Flutist) ahead of the tour’s Grand Rapids stop to talk about the show.

New York City Ballet Reveals 2026-27 Season Featuring 48 Ballets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026


New York City Ballet’s 2026-27 Season will open on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 and continue for 21 weeks of performances, through Sunday, May 30, 2027 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center.

More Than 1,700 Shows Added For Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026


A second batch of shows for this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe has been announced, bringing the current total number on sale for 2026 to 2,083. Learn more here!

PHINDILE NDLOVU - THE SONGS THAT MADE ME Concert Comes to Paris
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026


Durban-born, KwaZulu-Natal singer and international performer Phindile Ndlovu is set to captivate international audiences as she headlines her own concert in Paris, PHINDILE NDLOVU – THE SONGS THAT MADE ME.

Storm Lever, Jonalyn Saxer, and More Will Perform at BROADWAY GOES GREEN Benefit at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026


Come Celebrate Earth Day at 54 Below by seeing Broadway Goes Green: A Concert to Benefit the Broadway Green Alliance! Get ready to hear songs from all your favorite Green Shows, such as Wicked, Little Shop of Horrors, and more.

Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and More to Perform at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026


In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more. 

Young Gifted And Broadway To Present LET THE SUNSHINE IN Spring Recital At Abyssinian Baptist Church
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026


Young Gifted and Broadway presented its LET THE SUNSHINE IN Spring Recital at Abyssinian Baptist Church. The concert featured the YGb# Vocal Performance Choir performing gospel and musical theatre selections.

Alice Fearn, Kitty Scott-Claus, and More Will Perform in ROLES WE'LL NEVER PLAY Fundraiser
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026


A host of West End stars will take to the stage of the Lyric Theatre on 1 June for a one-night-only concert, Roles We'll Never Play: LGBTQ+ IVF Fundraiser, raising vital funds to support a queer couple's IVF journey.

Meet the Cast of THE LOST BOYS, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026


Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of the new musical THE LOST BOYS. The production will open on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at The Palace Theatre. Meet the cast of THE LOST BOYS here!

Meet the Cast of BEACHES, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026


Performances are now underway for Beaches, A New Musical, the new musical about the friends who carry us through life. Learn more and meet the cast of Beaches here!

Rachel Potter, Taylor Louderman and More Headline OFF BROADWAY: THAT'S SO HIGH SCHOOL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026


Analog at Hutton Hotel will host 'Off Broadway: That's So High School' featuring Broadway stars including Rachel Potter and Taylor Louderman. The event will celebrate iconic high school musicals.

Titanique Broadway Cast: Meet Every Star at the St. James
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026


Meet the full Titanique Broadway cast! Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox & more bring this Céline Dion-powered musical comedy to the St. James Theatre.

Review: CANDLELIGHT®: THE BEST OF HANS ZIMMER at Grace Presbyterian Church
by Amanda Barnum - Mar 22, 2026


The Candlelight® concert series is a special treat for music lovers of all ages and varying music tastes. The concert took place in an ecclesiological Gothic Revival style church built in 1911 - 1912 with a behemoth organ at its centre. The architectural grandeur of the vast sanctuary enhances the natural acoustics of the string quartet, the vaulted ceilings allowing for longer reverberation times. With thousands of candles delicately placed throughout the space, the ambience was surreal as night fell upon us.

Meet the Cast of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026


Performances are now underway for  CATS: The Jellicle Ball, which begins preview performances Wednesday, March 18 at the Broadhurst Theatre ahead of a Wednesday, April 7 opening night. Meet the cast here!

Photos: 54 BELOW DUELS VOLUME 2 Brings Genre-Swapped Broadway Hits to the Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026


Performer, musician, and composer Joshua Turchin joined music director Julia Schade and 54 Below to present 54 BELOW DUELS VOLUME 2, a concert featuring performers from Broadway, television, and film singing genre-swapped Broadway songs. Check out photos of the show.

Edinburgh International Festival Reveals Programme Highlights
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026


Running from 7-30 August 2026, this year's Edinburgh International Festival will present 24 days of world-class performances selected for their artistic and cultural resonance across opera, theatre, music and dance.  

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