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SHOW ME A HERO

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In an America generations removed from the civil rights struggles of the 1960s, the young mayor (Oscar Isaac) of a mid-sized city is faced with a federal court order to build a small number of low-income housing units in the white neighborhoods of his town. His attempt to do so tears the entire city apart, paralyzes the municipal government and, ultimately, destroys the mayor and his political future.

Review Roundup: THE WHO'S TOMMY Returns To Broadway! Photo Review Roundup: THE WHO'S TOMMY Returns To Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2024

The Pinball Wizard has returned to conquer Broadway! The revival of the iconic rock n'roll spectacle The Who's Tommy has opened at the Nederlander Theatre in a new production from original Tony Award-winning creators Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff. Read the reviews! ...
Queen To Release 'Queen Rock Montreal' In May Photo Queen To Release 'Queen Rock Montreal' In May
by Michael Major - March 14, 2024

Get ready for the release of QUEEN ROCK MONTREAL by Queen on May 10th. Brought to you by Hollywood Records, this release is sure to excite fans of the iconic rock band. Recorded in 1981 and recently released as a IMAX concert film, it is now being released as both double Blu-Ray and double 4K Ultra ...
Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Desert Theatricals Photo Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Desert Theatricals
by Gilmore Rizzo - March 10, 2024

Desert Theatricals 'Fiddler' stands tall and breathes LIFE into old TRADITIONS....
Julie Benko Returns to the Venetian Room in April Photo Julie Benko Returns to the Venetian Room in April
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024

Julie Benko will return to the Venetian Room in her new hit cabaret show, Standby, Me, an evening of spectacular vocals, theatrical lore, and inspiration for all the greatest stars-to-be. ...
Kaïa Kater Returns With New Album 'Strange Medicine' in May Photo Kaïa Kater Returns With New Album 'Strange Medicine' in May
by Michael Major - February 21, 2024

Produced by Kater and Joe Grass (Elisapie, The Barr Brothers), Strange Medicine is Kater's first new album in six years (following 2018's Grenades) and her most personal record to date. Created during a period of deep self-reflection and reinvention, the new music finds Kater expanding her creative ...
Review: ADVENTURE SERIAL at Synergy Theater Photo Review: ADVENTURE SERIAL at Synergy Theater
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - February 05, 2024

ADVENTURE SERIAL combines elements of adventure stories with audience suggestions to create a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience. With a quest, a hero, a sidekick, a lovely lady, and a villain, the foundation is laid for an adventure that can take many twists and turns. The quick-thinking team at S...
First Stage to Present DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE MUSICAL This Spring Photo First Stage to Present DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE MUSICAL This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 06, 2024

First Stage will present DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE MUSICAL as the final production in their 2023/24 mainstage season. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets. ...
Justin Hayward and Christopher Cross Come to Indian Ranch This Summer Photo Justin Hayward and Christopher Cross Come to Indian Ranch This Summer
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2024

The voice of The Moody Blues Justin Hayward and five time Grammy Award Winner Christopher Cross will perform at Indian Ranch on Sunday, July 7, 2024. ...
Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll, the new musical inspired by the iconic songs written and performed by Huey Lewis and The News, officially begins previews tonight, March 29. The musical  will open at The James Earl Jones Theatre on Monday, April 22. Meet the cast of The Heart of Rock and Roll here!...
WITCHES!? IN SALEM?! A New Play By Matt Cox Premieres At HERE This March Photo WITCHES!? IN SALEM?! A New Play By Matt Cox Premieres At HERE This March
by A.A. Cristi - February 06, 2024

The writer of the Off-Broadway hit 'Puffs' brings you 'Witches!? In Salem?!' A darkly comedic take on the Salem Witch Trials, this play explores the consequences of religious fanaticism. Don't miss this hilarious and timely production at HERE Arts Center from March 16th to March 30th....
GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Photo GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - February 24, 2024

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with t...
Ballet Tech to Present 30th Anniversary Kids Dance at the Joyce Photo Ballet Tech to Present 30th Anniversary Kids Dance at the Joyce
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 26, 2024

Ballet Tech will return to The Joyce Theater for the 30th anniversary of its Kids Dance student performance troupe, May 30–June 2. Learn how to purchase tickets!...
Interview: Benét Monteiro of DISNEY HERCULES at Neue Flora Hamburg Photo Interview: Benét Monteiro of DISNEY HERCULES at Neue Flora Hamburg
by Martin Ganeider - February 24, 2024

From Hamilton to Hercules, from the Revolution to the Olymp, is quite a journey for Monteiro, more than reason enough to sit down and chat with Hamburg's Musical Leading Man....
Quincy Tyler Bernstine & Anne Washburn to be Honored at The Civilians 2024 Gala Photo Quincy Tyler Bernstine & Anne Washburn to be Honored at The Civilians 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 19, 2024

The Civilians' 23/24 Gala will celebrate A NOVEL REALITY — theater that awakens new thinking and perceptions. Learn more about the gala and see how to attend!...
FUNNY GIRL & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows Photo FUNNY GIRL & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - March 01, 2024

The San Francisco / Bay Area is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for March 2024 include Funny Girl and more....
Interview: Jessica Lynn Johnson on Directing the 31st Annual LOS ANGELES WOMEN'S THEA Photo Interview: Jessica Lynn Johnson on Directing the 31st Annual LOS ANGELES WOMEN'S THEATRE FESTIVAL
by Shari Barrett - March 26, 2024

Founded in 1993 by Adilah Barnes and Miriam Reed, the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival holds the distinction of being the oldest Annual Solo Festival in Los Angeles celebrating powerful women performers. The 31st annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival, directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson, has ...
Q&A and Interview: The Development of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE and Actor Ivano Photo Q&A and Interview: The Development of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE and Actor Ivano Turco on Joyful Queer Representation
by Kat Mokrynski - February 16, 2024

BroadwayWorld was invited to a celebration of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie at the Peacock Theatre. We were treated to a Q&A with Dan Gillespie Sells (Music), Ivano Turco (Jamie New), Giovanna Fletcher (Miss Hedge) and Talia Palamathanan (Pritti Pasha), hosted by Jonathan Butterell (Director). Her...
P1Harmony Drops First Album “때깔 (Killin' It)' With New Single Photo P1Harmony Drops First Album “때깔 (Killin' It)' With New Single
by Michael Major - February 05, 2024

Presently rising on the Top 40 radio chart in the US, P1Harmony (피원하모니) (@P1H_official) competes on their own terms without compromise, as they official deliver their distinctive style on their first full-length studio album, “때깔 (Killin‘ It),” arriving three years and six “mini album” project...
Watermill Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Photo Watermill Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by A.A. Cristi - March 11, 2024

See the full casting and creative team for the upcoming Watermill Ensemble production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, running from 12 April to 18 May....
Review Roundup: Rachel McAdams Stars In MARY JANE Opening Tonight on Broadway Photo Review Roundup: Rachel McAdams Stars In MARY JANE Opening Tonight on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2024

Film star Rachel McAdams comes to Broadway in Manhattan Theatre Club’s Broadway premiere of Mary Jane, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog. Read the reviews!...
Milwaukee's First Stage to Open ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventu Photo Milwaukee's First Stage to Open ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024

First Stage will conclude its 2023/24 season with ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND, a unique interactive play by award-winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Review: BIG FISH THE MUSICAL at University Of Sioux Falls Photo Review: BIG FISH THE MUSICAL at University Of Sioux Falls
by Sonja Niles - April 18, 2024

BIG FISH is a Broadway Musical  adapted from Tim Burton’s 2003 film of the same title, and is the story of a man named Edward Bloom who aspired to do “great things” and be the hero of his own life story. He tries to relate that sense of adventure and aspiration in his son and all the people around h...
Review: REDWOOD at La Jolla Playhouse Photo Review: REDWOOD at La Jolla Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - March 06, 2024

In REDWOOD, a new musical by Kate Diaz, and Tina Landau partially conceived by Idina Menzel and enjoying a visually arresting if somewhat simplistic world premiere at the La Jolla Playhouse in San Diego, Menzell confronts something even more formidable than encroaching yuppie cyber cafes, enraged Oz...
Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS Soars at Core Theatre Group Photo Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS Soars at Core Theatre Group
by Rachel Stone - February 23, 2024

Last night, I was lucky enough to attend the opening night of Core Theatre Group’s (Hudson Valley’s newest theatre company), production of The Last Five Years, starring Season 6 winner of the The Voice Maelyn Jarmon and Clay Singer (The Band’s Visit).  This production, directed with honesty and inve...
Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe Photo Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (The Comedy of Errors, Globe), with Ekow Quartey and Amalia Vitale as Benedick and Beatrice....




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