Norm Lewis, Will Roland and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK THE MUSICAL at Belk Theater
by Perry Tannenbaum - May 22, 2026
THE NOTEBOOK The Musical was a charming chamber piece when I first read Bekah Brunstetter's adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' breakout bestseller. But the touring version is now playing to bigger houses than either its original Chicago premiere or its New York engagement. With Broadway-extravaganza pretensions. Call me back when a local company decides to mount this musical at an appropriate scale.
A History of Musicals About Friendship
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 10, 2026
Friendship is nearly always a side element in musicals. From the comic sidekick of the leading character to the backup pals who provide background vocals, friends are part of the fabric of many shows—but rarely are they the main event.
Review Roundup: TITANIQUE Sets Sail on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026
Today, exactly 114 years after RMS Titanic sank to to the bottom of the North Atlantic, Titanique arrives in New York City at last. The splash-hit musical comedy inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, officially opened on Broadway at the St. James Theatre. Check out what the critcis are saying about the production...
Review: CHICAGO by Porirua Little Theatre
by Neil Brewer - Apr 7, 2026
Chicago is a musical with music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Ebb and Bob Fosse. It premiered on Broadway in 1975, inspired by real-life 1920s murder cases reported by journalist Maurine Dallas Watkins. Initially overshadowed by A Chorus Line, the show achieved iconic status following its 1996 Broadway revival, which went on to become one of the longest‑running productions in Broadway history.
Review: CHICAGO at the Kennedy Center
by Mary Lincer - Apr 2, 2026
When the original production of Chicago opened on Broadway in 1975, its subtitle read “A Musical Vaudeville.” And as distinctively Bob Fosse-style as it was (and is in this excellent touring production of the 1996 revival), Chicago has always been a slight history of vaudeville.
Review: CHICAGO Brings Razzle Dazzle to the Rancho Mirage Amohitheater
by David Green - Mar 15, 2026
Desert Theatricals brings the legendary Broadway musical Chicago to the Rancho Mirage Amphitheater for a limited three-night run, opening March 13. Packed with murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery, and treachery — all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts — the Kander and Ebb classic remains as sharp and entertaining today as when it first premiered. Under the direction of Ray Limon, this stylish production embraces the show’s signature blend of vaudeville spectacle, biting satire, and sultry jazz.
SOUTHERN RAPTURE Chicago Premiere Set For Theater Wit
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
Tin Drum Theatre Company announced the cast and creative team for the Chicago premiere of SOUTHERN RAPTURE, set to run from June 11 to 28. The production will feature a talented ensemble under the direction of noted industry professionals.
Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below for Women's History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more.
REVIEW: Oynak Kumpanya Presents Phaedra’nın Aşkı
by Wesley Doucette - Feb 23, 2026
Phaedra is a difficult tragedy to stage with a straight face. Given the stakes, her desire for her stepson Hippolytus can easily tip into the absurd. This is not a youthful Romeo and Juliet infatuation.