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'I had taken Script Analysis before, so I knew there was a difference between reading and watching a play. And yet, as we began our discussions, I wanted so badly to try and make my classmates, none of whom had seen Sweat, understand the affect this play had on me.'

Four decades later and in the middle of a show business shut down, Brandy's Piano Bar is still offering live entertainment ... and some great hot toddies.

Photographer Michael Boatright captured the stark reality of the effects the pandemic has had on Atlanta's theaters. While area theaters have been able to become more creative with their content to survive, most houses remain dark.

Howard Johnson, veteran jazz musician, tuba innovator and founding member of the Saturday Night Live band, died at home in New York on Jan. 11, 2021, following a long illness, according to his longtime partner, Nancy Olewine. 

M Records and Taste have announced a collaboration with an incredibly special cause Beyond Blue.

Twenty years later the songs of John Bucchino are still in demand. On December 15th fans all over the world will get to see why.

Contestant Jenelle Catherina shares more about her charity, what hobbies she's been keeping up with in quarantine, and how moving Allegiance was on Broadway!

Today (October 29) in live streaming: Beth Malone visits Backstage Live, Meet the Top 5 on Next On Stage, and so much more!

Whether on television or on a live stage, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph is one of the industry's most original and most infectious performers... So is Lolly Lardpop. Stephen Mosher chats with Leslie about life at home, in the business, and in her head.

Today (October 15) in live streaming: The Tony nominations, Keala Settle visits Backstage Live, Next on Stage is back, and so much more!

There's a fun event being presented by The Growing Stage, The Children's Theatre of New Jersey. A 'Couch Concert' can be viewed from your own home as Brady Rymer comes to you live from Netcong's iconic Palace Theatre on Saturday, 9/26 at 4:00 pm.

MAC Award recipient Michael Kirk Lane has been singing less, and talking more, and the result is a much welcome program of interview shows through the 92Y

BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best musical theatre characters from 1940-2020; see if your favorites are on our list of the best characters from Broadway musicals.

BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest theatrical works (non-musical) from 1920-2020; see if your favorites made the list!

We asked our readers to share their theatre memories for #WorldTheatreDay and they did not disappoint! Thanks for celebrating with us!

Celebrating the music of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band, The Illegal Eagles return to Theatre Royal Brighton for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship.

The Circuit Playhouse, in partnership with super sponsor, Dr. Thomas Ratliff will welcome an all-time favorite back to the Mid-South for school matinees and limited public performances.

Chris Struck caught up with Ryan Raftery, writer and star, of the one-man musical comedy IVANKA 2020, coming to Joe's Pub later this February for eight shows starting on February 23rd and running until March 13th. Check out what Ryan Raftery has to say about his latest musical comedy!

A producer cannot just license any property s/he wants. Yes, MAME is available for licensing on the Concord Theatricals website, but if I wanted to mount it on Broadway it would be a little more complicated than shelling out cash. Hurdles for non-professional productions are not substantial, but many professional productions require levels of permission. Jerry Herman, who passed away on December 26, 2019, was a man unlikely to give permission for professional productions of his shows unless he thought they would be good.

The popular child singer grew up, came out, and reintroduced himself to the world on The Voice. Now he's testing the waters of the smaller venue with shows in clubs like Joe's Pub. Stephen Mosher talks to Grammy nominee Billy Gilman about change, growth, and living in the light.

Like a one man music making industry, singer/songwriter/actor/musician/conductor Ben Moss is constantly creating. A recent personal challenge to write a song a day has turned into an evening of entertainment at The Duplex. Stephen Mosher talks with Moss about his process, his background and his upcoming show.

Erth's Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure will take the whole family to the depths of the vast ocean on an educational and immersive exploration through the world's most intriguing marine reptiles. Actors, technology, puppets, science, and imagination creates an amazing visual experience that connects young audiences to the real science of paleontology. Erth's Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure arrives on the Reynolds Hall stage at The Smith Center Nov. 20.

Amy Weinstein, Artistic Director of Passport to Broadway International, reflects on the INDONESIA MENUJU BROADWAY program and what made Indonesians special among other international musical theatre students. Furthermore, she also shares what's in the future for local Broadway hopefuls.

'Anthem for the Middle Aged Band' is a film that shows how a band is a family. Like any tight relationship that is worth a damn, breaking up was not easy. Time had to work its course to lead them to a collective resolve, and eventually to spark fire in constructive creativity.

Classically trained in musical theatre, comedian, writer and actor Jenny Bede is tired of waiting around for her perfect role. However, much like nationalism and Greggs, musical theatre is having a bit of a moment. Naturally, Jenny wants in on the action.