Cheap Trick Unveil New Fall Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2025
Cheap Trick have announced new Fall 2025 tour dates to add to their ongoing run. The new dates begin October 12 at Oxford, AL’s Oxford Performing Center and conclude at Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee, IA on December 7.
The History of the Mark Hellinger Theatre and the Attempts to Bring It Back
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 17, 2025
The Times Square Church, located on 51st Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue, is an extremely storied New York City spot. While it may not be apparent to those who unknowingly pass by the church, the venue across from the Gershwin’s stage door was once a glorious Broadway theater… and could potentially be one again someday.
Exclusive: They’re All Special - A CHORUS LINE Alumni Share Their Treasured Memories
by Lauryn Johnson - Jul 25, 2025
BroadwayWorld and Immortal Icons of Dance invited alumni who’ve been part of A Chorus Line’s history to share personal reflections about how the show shaped their lives and careers. Here we highlight ten of those voices whose intimate stories form a portrait of what this show has meant to those fortunate enough to be a part of it.
How Often Do Broadway Musicals Tackle the Topic of War?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 30, 2025
This time, the reader question was: How Often Do Broadway Musicals Tackle the Topic of War? There are actually many musicals about war in the canon. The rare feat of Operation Mincemeat lies in its tone. The show is a fast-paced, zany, comedic take on a mission that used a dead body to mislead the Axis forces, leading to the successful Allied invasion of Sicily.
A History of EVITA and the Women Who Have Played Eva Perón
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2025
With the Jamie Lloyd production of Evita in the works, we're revisiting some of the most iconic Evas to grace the stage and screen, from Elaine Paige to Patti LuPone, most recently Auli'i Cravalho, and of course, Madonna.
T.G. Sheppard Celebrates 45th Anniversary of Classic Hit Single 'Last Cheater's Waltz'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 15, 2024
Country music legend T.G. Sheppard is celebrating the 45th Anniversary of his #1 classic hit single “Last Cheater’s Waltz,” which was released in August 1979 on Warner Brothers Records. Written by Sonny Throckmorton and produced by Buddy Killen, “Last Cheaters Waltz” quickly became a fan favorite and was included on Sheppard’s Top 5 album 3/4 Lonely.
The Smashing Pumpkin Releases New Album 'Aghori Mhori Mei'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 2, 2024
Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins release their new album Aghori Mhori Mei. The album comes amidst the band’s highly-successful international tour, which is currently in the middle of its North American run of shows with additional performances to follow in Latin America this Fall.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 10, 2024
by - Jul 10, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 10, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: THE KITE RUNNER Presented By Broadway In Chicago
by Zac Thriffiley - Jun 14, 2024
Fans of the novel may be enthralled at seeing the characters and events of THE KITE RUNNER brought to life before their eyes, largely through moving performances and clever stagecraft. But this dramatization feels unsatisfying, an adaptation that ultimately fails to convince audiences that it is necessary much less an improvement on the original.
STYX and FOREIGNER Unveil Their Tour Companion Album 'Renegades & Juke Box Heroes'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2024
FOREIGNER hits the road in June co-headlining the “Renegades & Juke Box Heroes” trek with STYX and special guest John Waite. Adding to the excitement, STYX and FOREIGNER have announced RENEGADES & JUKE BOX HEROES, a very special limited-edition companion album, available exclusively at tour stops starting at the tour launch and at select retail on July 12.