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BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards; DISNEY’S NEWSIES, ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND, Huma Photo BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards; DISNEY’S NEWSIES, ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND, Human Race Theatre Company & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - December 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Dayton Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...


Video: Stephen Schwartz Can't Wait to Deliver Us THE PRINCE OF EGYPT on the Big Scree Photo Video: Stephen Schwartz Can't Wait to Deliver Us THE PRINCE OF EGYPT on the Big Screen
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 24, 2023

Many nights we've prayed... and on December 5, the miracle will happen! The West End sensation, The Prince of Egypt: The Musical, is set to be released on leading digital platforms from Monday, December 5....


Jane Monheit, Marcello Pellitteri, and More to Play Birdland This Month Photo Jane Monheit, Marcello Pellitteri, and More to Play Birdland This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - November 03, 2023

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced all jazz programming running November 6th - November 19th....


ATMOSPHERE Share New Single 'Traveling Forever' Photo ATMOSPHERE Share New Single 'Traveling Forever'
by Michael Major - November 02, 2023

Minneapolis hip-hop pioneers Atmosphere have shared another single off their forthcoming Talk Talk EP, the instant classic “Traveling Forever,” paired with a stark, black and white visual directed by ZooDeVille and Slug. The new single is preceded by the double single “Talk Talk (feat. Bat Flower),”...


Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance Community Theatre's THE DAY ALIENS ATTACKE Photo Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance Community Theatre's THE DAY ALIENS ATTACKED FAIRFIELD
by Jerri Shafer - September 14, 2023

Fairfield’s a place where nothing ever happens, at least not since Billy Myers got that nasty papercut a decade ago. And with the exception of a pair of vain newscasters, a few fringe skywatchers, and a kooky grandfather living in a galactically fantastic past, most townsfolk are okay with their hum...


Photos: First Look at the Cast of ASSASSINS at Rise Up Theatre Company Photo Photos: First Look at the Cast of ASSASSINS at Rise Up Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - July 13, 2023

All new photos have been released from the Rise Up Theatre Company production of Assassins! ...


Review: Chasing the Clouds Away With AVENUE Q at Rise Up Theatre Company Photo Review: Chasing the Clouds Away With AVENUE Q at Rise Up Theatre Company
by Courtney Symes - May 14, 2023

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to...Avenue Q? It’s a wondrous place where puppets and humans coexist peacefully and harmoniously. Most of the time. This salacious spoof of Sesame Street opened on Broadway in 2003 and won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Twenty years later, its them...


DREAMLAND MARGATE Opens Next Month Photo DREAMLAND MARGATE Opens Next Month
by Stephi Wild - June 26, 2023

Dreamland Margate will open to the public seven days a week for the summer season from Saturday 22nd July with a host of classic rides and attractions, headline music acts and food and fun for all of the family....


Interview: Christina Freeman in ELLA ENCHANTED at The Growing Stage in Netcong Photo Interview: Christina Freeman in ELLA ENCHANTED at The Growing Stage in Netcong
by Marina Kennedy - November 27, 2023

We had the pleasure of interviewing Christina Freeman who plays Olive in 'Ella Enchanted.'  She informed us about about her career and the upcoming show at The Growing Stage....


Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; SINGIN' IN T Photo Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - November 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...


New Dolly Parton Musical and More Set For Leeds Playhouse Spring/Summer 2024 Season Photo New Dolly Parton Musical and More Set For Leeds Playhouse Spring/Summer 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - December 06, 2023

Leeds Playhouse has announced a new Spring/Summer 24 Season, which will offer an all new programme of entertainment for all ages. Among the shows are a new Dolly Parton musical, as well as My Fair Lady, Paranormal Activity, and more! ...


Jesse Royal Returns to Bring 'Hope' With Romain Virgo on New Single Photo Jesse Royal Returns to Bring 'Hope' With Romain Virgo on New Single
by Michael Major - May 25, 2023

This is the first new song from Jesse (besides features on other artists’ tunes) since ROYAL and begins his next cycle of releases, which will culminate in a new EP later this year. He is joined on “Hope” by superstar Romain Virgo, whose 2015 reggae version of Sam Smith's 'Stay With Me' topped the c...


Playwrights Announced For Ojai 2023 Summer Conference & New Works Festival Photo Playwrights Announced For Ojai 2023 Summer Conference & New Works Festival
by A.A. Cristi - June 22, 2023

Playwrights receive a week-long workshop to develop their new plays followed by a public presentation in OPC's 26th Annual New Works Festival, August 2 - 6....


ATMOSPHERE Release New 'Talk Talk EP' Photo ATMOSPHERE Release New 'Talk Talk EP'
by Michael Major - December 01, 2023

Minneapolis hip-hop pioneers Atmosphere have released their new Talk Talk EP via Rhymesayers Entertainment. The genesis of the Talk Talk EP was during a recording session for the title track, “Talk Talk”, which originally appeared on their latest album, So Many Other Realities Exist Simultaneously....


WAM to Present Musical Trio For Fall Cabaret Photo WAM to Present Musical Trio For Fall Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 11, 2023

WAM Theatre has just announced a thrilling musical trio for their upcoming Fall Cabaret, which will run for 4 nights only. Get all the details about the dates and venue here....


Alexandra Billings' Bio-Musical S/HE AND ME Is In Development Photo Alexandra Billings' Bio-Musical S/HE AND ME Is In Development
by Blair Ingenthron - November 05, 2023

S/He and Me ('She, He, and Me') is currently preparing for a March 2024 industry workshop ahead of a Broadway production. Learn more about the new musical in development based on the life of actress and activist, Alexandra Billings (Transparent, The Connors, Wicked), here!...


RISE UP NYC Concert Series Will Return to New York City Photo RISE UP NYC Concert Series Will Return to New York City
by Stephi Wild - July 20, 2023

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced the return of the 'Rise Up NYC' concert series that will provide 8 free community concerts that will be performed across all five boroughs this summer. Learn more about the performance lineup here!...


Casting Announced For Lifeline Theatre's Adaptation Of Vonnegut's Classic CAT'S CRADL Photo Casting Announced For Lifeline Theatre's Adaptation Of Vonnegut's Classic CAT'S CRADLE
by A.A. Cristi - August 16, 2023

Lifeline Theatre and Artistic Director ILesa Duncan announce the casting for the revival of ensemble member John Hildreth's adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's classic Cat's Cradle. ...


The Elite Theatre Company To Present THE TRIAL OF MOTHER JONES This Winter Photo The Elite Theatre Company To Present THE TRIAL OF MOTHER JONES This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 07, 2023

The Elite Theatre Company presents 'The Trial of Mother Jones,' a new play inspired by real events. Join us as we delve into the story of 'Mother' Mary Harris Jones, the first female organizer for the United Mine Workers, and her fight for the rights of American workers....


Hit Pop Musical FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD Has Landed In Greater Photo Hit Pop Musical FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD Has Landed In Greater Manchester For Christmas
by A.A. Cristi - December 13, 2023

HIT POP MUSICAL Fantastic Great Women Who Changed the World has arrived in Greater Manchester for Christmas. The cast visited Hazel Reeves' award-winning statue 'Rise Up, Women' before performing at The Lowry. The show runs until January 7th, 2024, marking the anniversary of the Representation of th...


THE PRINCE OF EGYPT: THE MUSICAL Will Be Available on Streaming Platforms Next Month Photo THE PRINCE OF EGYPT: THE MUSICAL Will Be Available on Streaming Platforms Next Month
by Stephi Wild - November 07, 2023

The West End sensation, The Prince of Egypt: The Musical, will be released on digital platforms from December 4. Following a release on BroadwayHD on November 15, the production will be available on YouTube, Xfinity, Prime Video, Apple TV, and more....


Sum 41 Announce Final Album 'Heaven :x: Hell' Photo Sum 41 Announce Final Album 'Heaven :x: Hell'
by Michael Major - December 12, 2023

Heaven :x: Hell is the most ambitious album from Sum 41 yet - Heaven is 10 tracks of snarling high energy pop punk, while Hell consists of ten heavy metal anthems spiked with fret-burning solos, thrashing riffs, and fist-pumping hooks. The band has been straddling the line of pop-punk and metal for ...


THE PRINCE OF EGYPT: THE MUSICAL Will Be Available on Streaming Platforms Next Month Photo THE PRINCE OF EGYPT: THE MUSICAL Will Be Available on Streaming Platforms Next Month
by Stephi Wild - November 07, 2023

The West End sensation, The Prince of Egypt: The Musical, will be released on digital platforms from December 4. Following a release on BroadwayHD on November 15, the production will be available on YouTube, Xfinity, Prime Video, Apple TV, and more....


Common King Release 'Celebration' & Touring Dates Photo Common King Release 'Celebration' & Touring Dates
by Michael Major - August 28, 2023

With musical influences that include Van Morrison, Stevie Wonder, George Benson, Jim Croce, Michael Jackson, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Gypsy Kings, Earth Wind and Fire, Bob Marley, Common Kings’ approach brings diverse people together for a good time. There’s also a strong connection with the post-punk...


DANCING WITH THE STARS Sets 'Most Memorable Year' Performance Lineup; Songs By Billie Photo DANCING WITH THE STARS Sets 'Most Memorable Year' Performance Lineup; Songs By Billie Eilish, Selena Gomez & More
by Michael Major - October 19, 2023

See the lineup for the episode, including Jason Mraz, Alyson Hannigan, Mira Sorvino, Xochitl Gomez, Ariana Madix, Lele Pons, Charity Lawson, Harry Jowsey, Barry Williams, and Mauricio Umansky dancing to songs from Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, Selena Gomez, Andy Grammer, Cyndi Lauper, Willie Nelson, An...






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