T.J. Dawson News

Chicago-based musician and songwriter Steve Dawson releases 'Oh California,' the second single from his upcoming new album, Ghosts on May 17. The release is accompanied by a video. The album is being released June 7 on venerable Chicago label Pravda Records on CD, 12” LP vinyl, digital download and on streaming platforms. Watch the music video!

See first look photos of Pittsburgh Opera's production of ‘The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson’.

Ghosts is the sixth solo album from Chicago-based musician and songwriter Steve Dawson. It's being release June 7 on venerable Chicago label Pravda Records on CD, 12” LP vinyl, digital download and on streaming platforms.

Theatre 4the People will present the World Premiere of Sperm Donor Wanted (or, The Unnamed Baby Play) by T.J. Young at The Chain Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

See photos of Charity Angel Dawson in & Juliet on Broadway!

The acclaimed Broadway Sings concert series has announced the lineup for its next large-scale event, Broadway Sings Whitney Houston. 

Charity Angél Dawson is joining the cast of & Juliet! Dawson will star as Angélique, beginning performances on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Discover the incredible lineup of music, theatre, and comedy events happening at The Argyle Theatre on Long Island. Get all the details on dates, showtimes, and how to purchase tickets for these exciting performances. Don't miss out on the best in entertainment!

Abingdon Theatre Company has revealed the performers honoring Tony & Obie Award winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Obie Award winner & Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil at their 31st Anniversary Gala. Learn more about the gala here!

The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome Kimberly Marable in the role of “Velma Kelly,” Liam Fennecken in the role of “Amos Hart” and welcomes back Charity Angél Dawson as “Matron Mama Morton” beginning Monday, April 10, 2023.

We sat down with Otterbein University Associate Professor and Producing Artistic Director T.J. Gerckens to discuss what sets Otterbein apart from other programs, the benefits of training at a small school, and how to know whether a college program is right for you.

On Sunday, April 2 - World Autism Day - the theater company will present a one-night-only, neuro-inclusive cabaret, EPIC Sings for Autism: Let's Duet.

The compilation, originally shared as a CD-only release in 2006, features standout performances of Johnston classic by some of indie music's greatest talents, including: Danielson & Sufjan Stevens, Kimya Dawson, Dot Allison, Mike Watt, Jad Fair & Kramer, Jeffrey Lewis, LUMBEROB, R. Stevie Moore, and more.

The Wagner Ensemble, under the direction of Jeannine Wagner, presents 'The Slave Letters' by Michal Dawson Connor. 'The Slave Letters' is a multimedia performance featuring readings of authentic slave letters by Connor, spirituals sung by the Wagner Ensemble, and video image projections. The Wagner Ensemble will be accompanied by pianist Robert Blake.

Pamela Dawson of DeSoto High School in DeSoto, Texas, is the recipient of the 2023 Music Educator Award™ presented by the Recording Academy® and GRAMMY Museum®. In addition, nine music teachers have been announced as finalists for the award. Initial nominations were submitted from 47 states.

Eyes Closed, Dreaming, the newest album from Steve Dawson is, without reservation, a pinnacle and career highlight for the Nashville-based Canadian musician. With its melodies, inspired instrumentation and soulful vocal performances, Dawson’s newest music soars effortlessly over the very high bar he’s set for himself over the past three decades.

Inspired by the true story of the founder and director of the National Negro Opera Company, The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson packs untold history, outstanding vocal talent, and intensity fit for its title into a short 70 minutes.

Full casting and the creative team have been announced for the all-new musical production of Disney's Hercules at Paper Mill Playhouse. Learn more about who will be starring in the production here!

Join V for An Evening of Reckoning and Rising featuring Paula Allen, Rosario Dawson, Noma Dumezweni, Dylan McDermott, Cynthia Nixon, and Marisa Tomei reading from Reckoning as V-Day marks its 25th anniversary in 2023.

The Seattle Symphony releases powerful, live performances of works by two brilliant American composers, William L. Dawson and Pulitzer Prize winner George Walker, available worldwide on February 10, 2023.