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Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Cultural Arts Playhouse-SYOSSET Photo
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Cultural Arts Playhouse-SYOSSET
by Sam Desmond - May 14, 2026

Playing on the main stage at Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset this spring is the operatic, rock ‘n rock “Jesus Christ Superstar.”
Review: GET DOWN TONIGHT: CLASSIC FUNK at Signature Theatre Photo
Review: GET DOWN TONIGHT: CLASSIC FUNK at Signature Theatre
by Roger Catlin - May 9, 2026

The current production ,“Get Down Tonight: Classic Funk,” is a engaging array of familiar songs from the 60s and 70s that didn’t have any trouble getting people to clap along, and a few to eventually get up and groove.
James Brown Bio-Musical in Development Photo
James Brown Bio-Musical in Development
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026

The life and career of Godfather of Soul, James Brown, is the subject of a new musical currently in development.  The show will feature iconic James Brown hits including, “Please, Please, Please,” “Cold Sweat,” “It’s a  Man’s Man’s Man’s World,” “Get Up (I Feel Like Being) Sex Machine,” “The Payback,” “Living in  America,” and more.
Interview: Jeffrey Polk of BILLY BARNES’ BASH! at Hollywood’s Catalina Jazz Club Photo
Interview: Jeffrey Polk of BILLY BARNES’ BASH! at Hollywood’s Catalina Jazz Club
by Gavin Glynn - Apr 17, 2026

Always feeling honored and blessed and believing in the arts and giving to the world, Jeffrey Polk took ten minutes to answer ten questions with Gavin Glynn about his influences on his continuing career as a much sought after dynamic live performer. 
Fly Dance Company Joins Plano Symphony Orchestra For BREAKING CLASSICAL Photo
Fly Dance Company Joins Plano Symphony Orchestra For BREAKING CLASSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

The Plano Symphony Orchestra will present BREAKING CLASSICAL on June 24, 2026, at the Meyerson Symphony Center, featuring Houston-based FLY DANCE COMPANY fusing hip-hop movement with works by Stravinsky, Debussy, and Vivaldi.
Pioneer Winter Collective Unveils 2026 Creative Connections Artists Photo
Pioneer Winter Collective Unveils 2026 Creative Connections Artists
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026

Pioneer Winter Collective has announced the eight artists selected for its 2026 Creative Connections artist accelerator program, aimed at supporting Miami-area creatives across various disciplines.
Blues Musician Bobby Rush the Subject of New Documentary Film Photo
Blues Musician Bobby Rush the Subject of New Documentary Film
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026

A new documentary film will be released about blues musician Bobby Rush. Titled King of the Chitlin’ Circuit, the movie explores the life of the 92-year-old musician and his 70-plus-year career. 
THE LION KING Welcomes Returning Cast Member Cameron Pow as Zazu Photo
THE LION KING Welcomes Returning Cast Member Cameron Pow as Zazu
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026

The Lion King will welcome back Cameron Pow as Zazu. Prior to Broadway, Pow also performed in the West End and North American touring companies. Pow takes over the role from Blakely Slaybaugh.
Dance Theatre Of Harlem To Return To Worcester In May Photo
Dance Theatre Of Harlem To Return To Worcester In May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026

Music Worcester and The Hanover Theatre will present Dance Theatre of Harlem on May 9 in Worcester, MA. The program will feature works by Balanchine, Jodie Gates, and Robert Garland. Tickets are now on sale.
Aries Spears Set to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in January Photo
Aries Spears Set to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in January
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

Comedian Aries Spears has been announced to perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall on January 22. Known for his sharp wit and engaging performances, Spears continues to be a prominent figure in stand-up comedy.
The Spicy Pickles Feat. Hannah Rodriguez To Perform At The WYO Theater Photo
The Spicy Pickles Feat. Hannah Rodriguez To Perform At The WYO Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026

The Spicy Pickles Jazz Band will bring their vibrant swing music to the WYO Theater in March 2026, offering a lively performance filled with classic jazz tunes.
Cat Power Expands ''The Greatest' 20th Anniversary Tour' Photo
Cat Power Expands ''The Greatest' 20th Anniversary Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2026

Cat Power has expanded her recently launched The Greatest 20th Anniversary Tour, a live run that sees her and her all-star backing band, Dirty Delta Blues, celebrating the 20th anniversary of 2006’s The Greatest by performing the LP in its entirety.
A.J. Croce Adds Additional 'Croce Plays Croce Tour' Dates for This Fall Photo
A.J. Croce Adds Additional 'Croce Plays Croce Tour' Dates for This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2026

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce is taking his Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, with 19 additional North American dates added for this fall following the first leg of the tour.
THE LION KING Will Welcome Mduduzi Madela as Simba Beginning February 24 Photo
THE LION KING Will Welcome Mduduzi Madela as Simba Beginning February 24
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24. Learn more about him here!
Video: THE LION KING Cast Performs 'He Lives in You' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Photo
Video: THE LION KING Cast Performs 'He Lives in You' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2026

In commemoration of Black History Month, the cast of Broadway's The Lion King took over Good Morning America on Thursday for a performance of 'He Lives in You' from the hit musical, now in its 29th year on Broadway. Check it out now.
Review: DREAMGIRLS at Hattiloo Theatre Photo
Review: DREAMGIRLS at Hattiloo Theatre
by Kevin Shaw - Feb 10, 2026

The city of Memphis is 63% African American. The nation’s first Black newspaper began here under the leadership of Ida B. Wells. The 1968 Sanitation Workers’ Strike brought Martin Luther King Jr. to this city, leading to his assassination and dramatically accelerating the national civil rights movement.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Returns to Aurora’s Stolp Island Theatre Next Month Photo
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Returns to Aurora’s Stolp Island Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026

Paramount Theatre's long-running hit musical Million Dollar Quartet has wrapped its winter break, and is rebooting to rock downtown Aurora's Stolp Island Theatre for three more months, March 4-May 31, 2026.
TUTTI FRUTTI: THE MUSICAL-THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF LITTLE RICHARD to Open This Weekend a Photo
TUTTI FRUTTI: THE MUSICAL-THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF LITTLE RICHARD to Open This Weekend at the Lesher Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026

Super Bad Theater Company will present Tutti Frutti: The Life and Music of Little Richard at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. The show celebrates the legacy of Little Richard.
AN EVENING OF ALTON BROWN, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2, AND UB40: THE UNSTOPPABLE TOUR Go Photo
AN EVENING OF ALTON BROWN, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2, AND UB40: THE UNSTOPPABLE TOUR Go On Sale At MPAC
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

Mayo Performing Arts Center has announced ticket on-sale details for An Evening of Alton Brown, Menopause The Musical 2, and UB40: The Unstoppable Tour 2026. Tickets for all three events go on sale January 30.
MUSIC ON THE ROCK CONCERT SERIES Comes to Flat Rock Playhouse Photo
MUSIC ON THE ROCK CONCERT SERIES Comes to Flat Rock Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026

Flat Rock Playhouse will host the 2026 MUSIC ON THE ROCK concert series, featuring a lineup of performances inspired by legendary musicians. This event series, set in the scenic venue of Flat Rock, North Carolina, offers a unique cultural experience with live music that pays homage to iconic artists.
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How many Broadway shows has James Brown been in?

James Brown has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has James Brown been in?

James Brown has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was James Brown's first West End show?

James Brown's first West End show was The Phantom of the Opera which opened in 2021

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