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Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Score

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Review: HARMONY at Hale Centre Theatre is a Riveting Post-Broadway Premiere
by Tyler Hinton - Jun 1, 2026

The post-Broadway premiere of HARMONY on Hale Centre Theatre’s Jewel Box Stage is a riveting musical dramedy filled with stirring musical performances, lively humor, and the visceral dread of Nazi Germany. It rivals the Broadway production itself in its ability to grab a hold of the audience and induce them to both laughter and tears.
Video: Inside Rehearsals for HARMONY at Hale Centre Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2026

Hale Centre Theatre has released rehearsal footage of HARMONY, the regional premiere of Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's acclaimed musical, now playing through August 1, 2026 at the Sorenson Legacy Jewel Box Stage.
Prospect Musicals' 2026 Gala & Muse Awards Reveals Full Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

Prospect Musicals announced the full line-up for its 2026 Gala & Muse Awards at The Edison Ballroom, honoring LaChanze, Ken Davenport, Lindsay Mendez, Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.
CABARET, SUNSET BLVD., and More Set For TheatreZone's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

TheatreZone announced its 2026–2027 season featuring six musicals and four concerts, including a world premiere by Naples-based playwright Mike Ruffolo and one of the first regional productions of HARMONY following its Broadway run.
Barry Manilow to Release New Album of Original Material 'What A Time'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 23, 2026

Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning artist Barry Manilow has announced his new studio album, What A Time, due out June 5, marking his first album of new material in nearly 15 years.
Photos: Mark William Performs 'If I Can Dream' Album Celebration Show
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 16, 2026

Three-time BroadwayWorld Award winner Mark William packed The Green Room 42 once again to celebrate the release of his album 'If I Can Dream. Check out photos below!
FDR’S VERY HAPPY HOUR To Launch National Tour Following World Premiere At Actors Theatre Of Louisville
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025

Producer Dominick Balletta’s High Hard Heat will present a national tour of FDR’s Very Happy Hour, an immersive civics experiment conceived by Regan Linton and M. Graham Smith.
Seven Angels Reveals Constantine Pappas and Craig David Rosen as New Leadership Team
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

The Board of Directors of Seven Angels Theatre in Waterbury, CT announced the two theatre professionals selected to lead the professional theatre into its next era.
Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman’s HARMONY is Now Available For Licensing
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025

Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman’s musical Harmony is now available for professional, community theater and international licensing. Learn more about the show here!
BWW Q&A: Julie Benko on STANDBY, ME: AN EVENING WITH JULIE BENKO at Curtain Call Inc.
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2025

Julie Benko is an actor, singer, and writer based in New York City. She recently marched her band out on Broadway as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl, skyrocketing to fame and joining the annals of theatrical lore for her sensational understudy-to-star trajectory in the show.
25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos
by Sarah Lasko - Nov 20, 2024

Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!
Feature: Philip Fortenberry to Perform Sixty Years on the Bench on Nov 15.
by Debbie Hall - Nov 11, 2024

Renowned pianist, composer, and musician Philip Fortenberry will bring his masterful piano playing, exciting storytelling, and beautiful music in Sixty Years on the Bench. The one-night-only solo concert will be held in the space in Community Lutheran Church on Nov 15.
See Lorna Luft and Julie Benko in FROM HOLLYWOOD TO BROADWAY at Bell Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024

Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel, N.J. will present Lorna Luft and Julie Benko: From Hollywood to Broadway. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set for A BEAUTIFUL NOISE National Tour
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2024

Producers Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio have announced full casting for the multi-year North American Tour of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL.
JoAnn M. Hunter to Direct Broadway-Aimed YASUKE: THE BLACK SAMURAI
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024

JoAnn M. Hunter will direct the Broadway-aimed musical Yasuke: The Black Samurai. Learn more about the Hunter and about the show!
Julie Benko Returns To Birdland With A New Show Featuring Guest Vocalist Jeremiah James
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

Birdland Jazz Club will present the return of Julie Benko – Broadway star of Funny Girl and Harmony – as she marches her band out again on Monday, August 12 at 7:00 PM.
Review: Theatre Raleigh's JANE EYRE
by Jeffrey Kare - May 30, 2024

Based on Charlotte Brontë’s 1847 novel of the same name, Jane Eyre follows a young orphan who is put in the unfortunate care of her cruel Aunt Sarah and cousin, John Reed, as per her uncle’s dying wish. After spending six years at Lowood School for Girls, Jane leaves and is shortly after hired as a governess at Thornfield Hall. There, she meets Mr. Edward Rochester, thus beginning her passionate and heart-wrenching journey of love, loss, and the struggles of morality.
First Standings Announced For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards; THE GREATS GATSBY Leads Best Musical
by BWW Awards - May 13, 2024

The first standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Have Many Shows this Season Premiered Long Before Broadway?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 28, 2024

This time, the reader question was: Have a lot of shows this season had a long time between their first productions and Broadway premieres?
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024

Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Bruce Sussman written?

Bruce Sussman has written 8 shows including The Madwoman of Central Park West (Lyricist), Coming Attractions (Lyricist), Coming Attractions (Lyricist), Miami (Lyricist), Copacabana (Lyricist), Harmony (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Escape: 6 Ways to Get Away (1) (Lyricist), Escape: 6 Ways to Get Away (2) (Lyricist).

What awards has Bruce Sussman been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Harmony, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Harmony and Outstanding Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Harmony.

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