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The Colony Theatre in association with producers Christine Russell (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Head Over Heels), Robert Ulrich and Jay Paul Deratany are presenting the Reel Red Entertainment production of The Civility of Albert Cashier, a new musical about notable queer history figure Albert Cashier, born Jennie Hodgers, who served alongside the men of the 95th Illinois Volunteer Infantry with distinction throughout some of the fiercest fighting of the Civil War. While not alone as a woman serving on the battlefield during the war, Cashier never revealed himself as anyone other than a man dedicated to serving his country on the battlefields during its greatest time of need. He was recognized as such by his comrades in arms and those surrounding him and retained his identity as a man throughout his later life. Transgender musician and actor Cidny Bullens (Pictured) portrays the older Cashier in the play with Dani Shay taking on the role of the younger Cashier. I decided to speak with Cid about his own road to self-discovery and what led him to the role of a transgender man.

“As a choreographer, I understand the fragility and power of physical gatherings,” says Kyle Marshall, founder and artistic director of Kyle Marshall Choreography (KMC). “It is how our medium exists.” Marshall is a choreographer, performer, and teacher who sees the dancing body as a container of history, an igniter of social reform and a site of celebration. Kyle is a former member of the Trisha Brown Dance Company, Doug Elkins Choreography etc., and Tiffany Mills Company. Kyle received a 2018 NY Dance and Performance Juried Bessie Award, a 2020 Dance Magazine Harkness Promise Award and a 2020 Bessie Honoree for his revival of Colored (2017). He has also received choreographic fellowships from Princeton University, Center for Ballet and the Arts, and residencies from Monira Foundation, 92nd st Y, CPR, and Bethany Arts Community.

Josh Lovelace of the Grammy-nominated rock band NEEDTOBREATHE has announced his new full-length solo album SHELTERS, due out October 25. Along with the announcement, Lovelace has shared the album’s inspiring first single 'Miracles,' a rumination on just how much young minds are able to trust and hope — and an appeal to return to those days. Listen to it here.

American Repertory Theater has revealed programming associated with its upcoming production of Romeo and Juliet. Learn more and see how to attend.

Join Bramble Theatre Company for the world premiere of Spencer Huffman's EVIL PERFECT on October 20 at Bramble Arts Loft.

Though Shakespeare’s Tragedy is often regaled as one of the “Greatest Tragedies ever written,” it does little if any true accounts behind the people these characters actually were. Regarded as being steeped in its history, one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays is actually founded in lore, and ghost story.

Catharsis Theatre Collective will launch its inaugural season in Hollywood with Adam Rapp's 'Red Light Winter'. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Ousmane Wiles is an African American West African and Vogue dancer. Wiles is best know as, legendary Omari NiNa Oricci, founder of The House of Nina Oricci [est. OCT. 2019] and Creative Director of LES BALLET AFRIK dance company.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have revealed all jazz programming running August 12th - August 25th.

Amy Shark has released her highly anticipated third studio album, Sunday Sadness. The 11-track album features the creative contributions of a dream line of up producers including Dann Hume, Kid Harpoon, Joel Little, Jon Hume, Sam de Jong and Matt Corby.

Dean Lewis has given us another taste of his hotly anticipated third studio album, The Epilogue, out Friday October 18th, with Dean teaming up with US singer-songwriter Sasha Alex Sloan for the release of a heart-warming love song, “Rest.” 

A new musical, Particle Fever, based on the 2013 documentary film about the largest scientific experiment ever undertaken, is currently in development. The musical is written by David Henry Hwang, includes new music and lyrics by Bear McCreary and Zoe Sarnak, is directed by Leigh Silverman, and produced by Megan Kingery and Annie Roney.

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).

Today’s subject Burke Swanson is currently living his theatre life playing the iconic role of George McFly in the North American tour of Back to The Future The Musical. The show is currently playing in the Opera House at Kennedy Center through August 11th.

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for August 2024 include Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and more.

The Den Theatre revealed its lineup of October comedy shows featuring Chris Redd and Ryan Sickle. Enjoy a month of laughter with top comedians in Chicago.

BWW caught up with Chris Vuk about bringing Baby Shark and Tails of the Seven Seas to the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Actor’s Express transforms into the Kit Kat Club, a decadent hotspot in anything-goes 1929 Berlin. An idealistic young American meets an eclectic circle of Berliners, most notably Sally Bowles, the outrageous chanteuse determined to keep the party going at all costs.

Theater for the New City will present its twelfth  Dream Up Festival in August. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Hot on the heels of Simple Plan’s “Can You Feel The Love Tonight,” Disney has unveiled the second single from their upcoming album A Whole New Sound. Magnolia Park will be offering their take on 'I2I,' originally performed by Tevin Campbell (as the fictional rock star “Powerline”) in the 1995 film A Goofy Movie. Listen to it now!

Babes With Blades Theatre Company's (BWBTC) 2024 season concludes with William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, October 16 - November 23 at The Edge Theater.

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Check out the full lineup here!

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.

Amy Shark - one of Australia’s most successful artists and an 8 x ARIA award winner - has released ‘My Only Friend’ feat. Tom DeLonge from blink-182, taken from her highly anticipated upcoming third studio album, Sunday Sadness. 

Gingold Theatrical Group has announced that their 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala will be held on Monday September 23 at 6pm at Robert Restaurant atop the Museum of Arts & Design. The evening will honor Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty with the Golden Shamrock Award for their tireless work as supporters of human rights and their artistic excellence in musical theater writing.