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Before you check out his work in Boop!, we're taking a look back on some of the other iconic songs that David Foster has written, produced, or arranged that you may not know about.

California Symphony and Artistic and Music Director Donato Cabrera conclude the 2024-2025 season, which has showcased the crowning achievements of composers at the peak of their powers, with UNFINISHED BRUCKNER – two concerts featuring a striking pair of unfinished masterpieces by Franz Schubert and Anton Bruckner on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 7:30pm and Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 4:00pm at Hofmann Theatre at the Lesher Center for the Arts (1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek).

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Life, The Universe, and Everything: The Seth Christenfeld 42nd (and a half) Birthday Spectacular. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Into the Woods is a Tony Award-winning 1986 Musical written by Stephen Sondheim (Music/Lyrics) and James Lapine (Book), marking their second collaboration following Sunday in the Park with George (1984). Into the Woods premiered in 1986 at San Diego’s Old Globe Theatre and then was followed by a Broadway transfer in 1987 which amassed three Tony Awards (Best Score, Best Book, and Best Actress. A year in which many know the “Great White Way,” was dominated by The Phantom of the Opera.

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.

Jazz trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard will come to Soka Performing Arts Center April 12 for the End of Season Celebration, complete with a pre-concert lecture and a sparkling & sweet intermission reception for all ticket holders.

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!

Blade and Blade II, from prolific composers Mark Isham and Marco Beltrami, will receive deluxe reissue releases. Debuting on vinyl for the first time, both soundtracks will be released in multiple unique color variants.

Milo Manheim and Liz Gillies are currently starring in off-Broadway's Little Shop of Horrors and, to commemorate the occasion, they joined BuzzFeed Celeb to talk about their experience in the production while playing with adorable puppies. Watch the interview!

Some diamonds in the rough, but why can't we choose for ourselves from the BBC archive?

Shriver Hall Concert Series has announced its 60th anniversary and 2025-26 concert season. For six decades, SHCS has created musical experiences in the intimacy of Shriver Hall.

The Joseph Jefferson Awards will honor The Theatre School at DePaul University with the 2025 Joseph Jefferson Special Award at the 51st Non-Equity Awards. Learn more about the awards and see how to attend.

The Church are returning to North America for 'The Singles,' an extensive tour that revisits their legacy of singles spread over their 37-album catalogue.

4x Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has announced new tour dates to his extensive 2025 tour – this time with his Large Band.

Exactly 30 years to the day, multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have released the 30th Anniversary deluxe edition of their fifth studio album, A Boy Named Goo. Listen to it now.

This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway musicals change their titles after Broadway? We're unpacking the history of shows that have been renamed.

On May 2, Blondshell (Sabrina Teitelbaum) will release her highly anticipated sophomore album, If You Asked For A Picture. Last night she performed the album’s crushingly catchy single “T&A” on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Watch the performance here!

Comedians Steve Martin and Martin Short will return to the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA with their current show, “Dukes of Funnytown!” in November.

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.

Last night in Mumbai, India, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera officially opened its doors to Indian audiences for the first time. Learn more about the production here!

Film producer Eric Groth and writer/director Andrew Hyatt have announced the new film “Forever And Ever, Amen” about the life of music legend Randy Travis. Hyatt will direct from his own script.

Country Music Hall of Fame member Randy Travis has announced additional dates for his “More Life Tour” in 2025. In the midst of a Spring run, Travis, his original touring band, and special guest vocalist James Dupré will bring this musical experience to fans across the country.

Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre, where Linda Lavin played in Broadway Bound, will dim its lights in March in her honor. Learn more about the life and career of Linda Lavin.

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center will present Steve Martin and Martin Short's 'The Dukes of Funnytown' tour. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Among the most popular destination for locals and tourists this time of year is the Tuacahn spring concert series, featuring a wide range of musical and comedic performers — a little something for everyone.