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The Will 1913

Opened: September 29, 1913

The Will - 1913 Broadway History , Info & More

Empire Theatre
1430 Broadway (40th & 41st) New York, NY

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FOOTHILLS POPS: SYMPHONY OF THE SHIRE To Be Presented By Western Piedmont Symphony
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 6, 2026


WESTERN PIEDMONT SYMPHONY (WPS), the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina, will present FOOTHILLS POPS: SYMPHONY OF THE SHIRE at the J.E. Broyhill Civic Center in Lenoir.

Photos: SYLVIA: A MUSICAL REVOLUTION UK Tour In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026


New rehearsal photos have been released for SYLVIA: A MUSICAL REVOLUTION, starring Beverley Knight, ahead of the musical's UK tour launching September 24.

Jeneba Kanneh-Mason to Release SONGS WITHOUT WORDS EP on Sony Classical
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2026


Pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason has released the first single from her upcoming EP, a Nina Simone-arranged take on Saint-Saëns' Samson and Delilah theme, ahead of the full Sony Classical release.

LITTLE TEXAS Will Perform in Concert at Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026


Little Texas will perform at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia in September. Learn more about the upcoming concert here.

SUFFS Will Be Adapted into a Young Adult Novel By Shaina Taub
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2026


The musical Suffs is being adapted into a young adult novel! The book is written by the musical's writer, Shaina Taub, alongside author Betsy Cornwell. Learn more about the book and how to pre-order it here.

Metrograph to Present DON'T PLAY WITH FIRE: THE FILMS OF TSUI HARK Series
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026


Metrograph will present an 11-film retrospective of director Tsui Hark, featuring a newly restored version of his 1980 film DON'T PLAY WITH FIRE alongside titles from across his career.

A Broadway Walking Tour- 8 Historic Spots to Visit in the Theatre District 
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 9, 2026


Broadway's biggest landmarks are easy to spot, but some of the Theatre District's most fascinating stories are hiding in plain sight. From historic theaters and legendary rehearsal spaces to tucked-away tributes and unexpected Broadway landmarks, these lesser-known stops will add a whole new act to your next walking tour!

Photos: Foreigner @Acrisure Amphitheater, August 1st 2026
by Brian Hilbrand - Aug 6, 2026


With more Top 10 hits than Journey, and as many as Fleetwood Mac, FOREIGNER features strongly in every category in Billboard’s “Greatest of All Time” listing. At times, the band’s weekly catalog sales have eclipsed those of Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, the Rolling Stones, the Who, Def Leppard, Van Halen, Aerosmith, and most of their Classic Rock peers (Source: Nielsen SoundScan).

Review: SUFFS at Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - Aug 1, 2026


What did our critic think of SUFFS at Orpheum Theatre Memphis?

Single Tickets on Sale This Week for The Boston Symphony Orchestra's 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2026


The Boston Symphony Orchestra will open single ticket sales for its upcoming subscription season, featuring Andris Nelsons' final season as music director and guest artist Yo-Yo Ma.

MACHINES: A History of Electronic Music Book to Launch From Jean-Michel Jarre
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2026


Jean-Michel Jarre has announced his first book, a history of electronic music, to be published by Thames & Hudson USA.

DELORIS SCRUD MOVIN' ON UP to Debut at OUT FEST in Orlando
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026


Michael Wanzie will bring back his longtime character Deloris Scrud in a new stage show at OUT FEST, presented at the Starlite Room at SAVOY Orlando. Learn more here.

Naomi Katiyo Joins Beverley Knight in SYLVIA as Full UK Tour Cast Is Revealed
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2026


Full casting has been announced for the UK tour of Sylvia, with Naomi Katiyo joining Olivier Award winner Beverley Knight in the acclaimed musical. The production begins performances in Leicester this September before culminating in five performances at London's Royal Albert Hall.

Review: MISS MAYBELL & HER RAGTIME ROMEOS Celebrate New Album at Birdland Jazz
by Andrew Poretz - Jul 16, 2026


Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos celebrated the release of Under the Midnight Moon with an infectious set of newly unearthed ragtime, blues, and early jazz. Brilliant musicianship, irresistible energy, and forgotten songs made for a fabulous set.

BACK TO THE FUTURE to Come to Life With Pacific Symphony at Great Park Live
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2026


Pacific Symphony will perform Alan Silvestri's score live in sync with BACK TO THE FUTURE at Great Park Live in Irvine, including approximately 20 minutes of new music added by Silvestri for live orchestra presentations.

Grateful Dead Exhibitions Launch at Haight Street Art Center
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 29, 2026


The Haight Street Art Center will present Forever Grateful, an exhibition that pays tribute to the legacy of the Grateful Dead. Celebrating the Center’s 10th anniversary, the exhibit features a collection of artwork, instruments, and memorabilia where visitors can explore three decades of the band’s history.

SYLVIA to Host Largest Ever UK Education Matinee at Royal Albert Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026


Go Live Theatre, supported by The Garek Trust, announced plans to welcome nearly 5,000 children and young people to a performance of SYLVIA at the Royal Albert Hall, marking the largest education matinee ever staged in the UK.

Review: DRIVING MISS DAISY at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - Jun 7, 2026


Cast and Crew deliver a high-quality production that is both simple and sublime; historically accurate, topically relevant; and well worth seeing. BSC Artistic Director, Alan Paul said: 'It's fair to say that Daisy has become an American classic, and when you watch the show, you will see how contemporary and relevant its themes still are.  This play endures because it speaks to the best of who we can be.  Alfred Uhry's beautifully observed characters remind us that empathy, respect, and friendship can emerge in the most unexpected places.

Review: DRIVING MISS DAISY at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - Jun 9, 2026


Cast and Crew deliver a high-quality production that is both simple and sublime; historically accurate, topically relevant; and well worth seeing. 'It's fair to say that Daisy has become an American classic, and when you watch the show, you will see how contemporary and relevant its themes still are. This play endures because it speaks to the best of who we can be. Alfred Uhry's beautifully observed characters remind us that empathy, respect, and friendship can emerge in the most unexpected places.'

Photos: Go Inside Mariska Hargitay's Opening Night in EVERY BRILLIANT THING
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 9, 2026


Mariska Hargitay made her Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing  at the Hudson Theatre. She replaced the show's original star, Daniel Radcliffe, who played his final performance on Sunday, May 24. Check out photos here!

ARENA DI VERONA OPERA FESTIVAL to Open With 50-Plus Nights of Opera in Roman Amphitheater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026


Italy's Arena di Verona Opera Festival will present six classic opera productions, ballet, and multimedia concerts in its 10,000-seat open-air Roman amphitheater, featuring stars including Plácido Domingo, Anna Netrebko, and Roberto Alagna.

LUONNOTAR and IOLANTA Will Come to Finland
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026


For the first time, two captivating works are performed together in a single evening: Luonnotar by Jean Sibelius and Iolanta by Pyotr Tchaikovsky feature two female protagonists, two creation myths, and two journeys of self-discovery.

Review: Nothing to Protest in SUFFS
by R. Scott Reedy - Mar 22, 2026


What did our critic think of SUFFS at Emerson Colonial Theatre?

Listen: SYLVIA Releases ‘March Women March’ Single Ahead Of International Women’s Day
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026


The first single, “MARCH WOMEN MARCH,” from the musical SYLVIA, starring Beverley Knight, has been released ahead of International Women’s Day. The track, released by ZooNation Records and produced by Martin Terefe, is now available to download and stream on all major platforms.

Arena di Verona Opera Festival Unveils 103rd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026


The Arena di Verona Opera Festival, renowned for its historic open-air venue, will present a diverse lineup of opera performances from June to September 2026.

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