Interview: Theatre Life with Nora Palka
by Elliot Lanes - May 2, 2024
Today’s subject Nora Palka is currently living her theatre life at Signature Theatre playing Jeanie in their current production of Hair. The production runs through July seventh in the MAX.
Hair is a homecoming for Nora to be sure. She grew up in the DC area and as you will read, credits Signature with her wanting to become a professional performer.
Broadway Math: Sutton Foster As 'Mrs. Lovett' in SWEENEY TODD
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2024
You've heard of Boy Math. You've heard of Girl Math. Well, we're here to introduce you to Broadway Math. Read our equation of which roles have best prepared Tony Award-winner Sutton Foster for her upcoming residency in Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's horror classic, Sweeney Todd.
Sutton Foster Comes to Wheeling This Week
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023
The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will welcome Broadway icon Sutton Foster to the Capitol Theatre for the Opening Night Concert and Celebration on Friday, September 29, at 7:30 pm. Learn more about the concert and find out how to get tickets here!
Broadway Alum Walter Charles Dies at 78
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing in Walter Charles, Broadway alum, and staeg and screen actor. He was 78 years old.
Listen: Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'Kings & Queens'
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2023
Singer and stage star Kerry Ellis has released Kings & Queens, a stunning anthem recorded in celebration of the monarch's impending coronation, and dedicated to King Charles III himself. The track is taken from Kerry's upcoming album of the same name, out on 12 May, which is available to pre-order now via Westway Music, and will be performed in full for the very first time at the London Adelphi on 16 May.
Listen: Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'I Will Find You'
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2023
The West End’s favourite leading lady, Kerry Ellis, has released I Will Find You, the second single taken from her upcoming studio album Kings & Queens. Ellies has been seen on both West End and Broadway, including Les Misérables, Wicked, Oliver! And Cats. Most recently, Kerry starred as Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes.
Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'Battlefield' With Brian May
by Michael Major - Mar 31, 2023
Hailed as the West End’s favourite leading Lady, Kerry was catapulted to fame in 2002 when she landed the role of Meat in the original London cast of We Will Rock You. She has gone onto star in a range of acclaimed productions on both Westend and Broadway, including Les Misérables, Wicked, Oliver! And Cats.
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Keller Auditorium
by Krista Garver - Mar 29, 2023
You will be hard-pressed to find anything more fun than this super sassy, high-energy celebration of self-acceptance, inclusivity, and, of course, big hair.
Melissa Errico to Perform Nine-Show Valentine's Engagement at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2023
BIRDLAND THEATER will present Melissa Errico for a special Valentine’s week engagement of “A Noir Romance” with nine shows from Friday, February 10 through Tuesday, February 14. Performances are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM, Monday at 8:30 PM, and Tuesday at 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM.