James Brown
James Brown is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Phantom of the Opera.
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Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - 2025-07-23 11:54:23
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Mynd Reader Releases New Single 'Straight On Through'
by Rachel Stone - Sep 11, 2026
MYND READER released the single 'Straight On Through' from their acoustic EP SUNDAY DRIVE, featuring drummer and songwriter Brian Sachs and produced by seven-time Grammy winner Michael Brauer.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 11, 2026
MYND READER released the single 'Straight On Through' from their acoustic EP SUNDAY DRIVE, featuring drummer and songwriter Brian Sachs and produced by seven-time Grammy winner Michael Brauer.
DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM to Return to Chicago at The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
The acclaimed American ballet company will present three works including a Caribbean-inspired revival of FIREBIRD, featuring choreography by John Taras and designs by Leo Holder.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
The acclaimed American ballet company will present three works including a Caribbean-inspired revival of FIREBIRD, featuring choreography by John Taras and designs by Leo Holder.
Bernard 'Pretty' Purdie to Receive Luminary Award at Pittsburgh Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Drummer Bernard 'Pretty' Purdie will headline the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, backed by a local ensemble and receiving the festival's Luminary Award for lifetime achievement.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Drummer Bernard 'Pretty' Purdie will headline the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, backed by a local ensemble and receiving the festival's Luminary Award for lifetime achievement.
THE SCHIZOPHONICS Release "Black Pleather," Fall Tour to Launch Sept. 17
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
The San Diego trio released "Black Pleather," the first single from their upcoming album BURNING FLOOR on Alternative Tentacles, ahead of a North American tour kicking off Sept. 17 in Santa Cruz, CA.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
The San Diego trio released "Black Pleather," the first single from their upcoming album BURNING FLOOR on Alternative Tentacles, ahead of a North American tour kicking off Sept. 17 in Santa Cruz, CA.
Photos: JODHPUR RIFF to Mark 20th Year With Global Roots Musicians at Mehrangarh
by Rachel Stone - Aug 20, 2026
Jodhpur RIFF will celebrate its 20th anniversary at Mehrangarh Fort with musicians from six continents alongside Rajasthani folk artists, festival organizers announced.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 20, 2026
Jodhpur RIFF will celebrate its 20th anniversary at Mehrangarh Fort with musicians from six continents alongside Rajasthani folk artists, festival organizers announced.
Melbourne International Jazz Festival Sets Oct 16-25, 2026 Lineup
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival will run October 16-25, 2026, presenting more than 550 artists from 18 countries across 150-plus events, including REBIRTH BRASS BAND and Benjamin Clementine.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival will run October 16-25, 2026, presenting more than 550 artists from 18 countries across 150-plus events, including REBIRTH BRASS BAND and Benjamin Clementine.
ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE Part 2 Finale Trailer to Debut on Netflix
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026
Netflix released the trailer for the final episode of ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE: Part 2, the Colombian-filmed series based on Gabriel García Márquez's novel.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026
Netflix released the trailer for the final episode of ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE: Part 2, the Colombian-filmed series based on Gabriel García Márquez's novel.
Bettye LaVette to Play Arrow Street Arts in Cambridge in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Passim will present soul vocalist Bettye LaVette in a duo performance with pianist Etienne Stadwijk at Arrow Street Arts in Cambridge on September 18, part of her 13-date US tour.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Passim will present soul vocalist Bettye LaVette in a duo performance with pianist Etienne Stadwijk at Arrow Street Arts in Cambridge on September 18, part of her 13-date US tour.
Photos: Mynd Reader Announces SUNDAY DRIVE EP, Shares Single Still Uncertain
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026
Mynd Reader announced a new acoustic EP led by drummer Brian Sachs, alongside the single Still Uncertain, produced and mixed by Grammy winner Michael Brauer.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026
Mynd Reader announced a new acoustic EP led by drummer Brian Sachs, alongside the single Still Uncertain, produced and mixed by Grammy winner Michael Brauer.
SFJAZZ September Lineup to Honor Ray Brown, Coltrane, Miles Davis Centennials
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
SFJAZZ will open its 2026-27 season with a September lineup marking centennials for Ray Brown, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis, featuring Christian McBride, Nduduzo Makhathini, and Paul Cornish.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
SFJAZZ will open its 2026-27 season with a September lineup marking centennials for Ray Brown, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis, featuring Christian McBride, Nduduzo Makhathini, and Paul Cornish.
Dance Theatre of Harlem's FIREBIRD to be Presented at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will join Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre for a program featuring Firebird, Return, and Donizetti Variations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will join Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre for a program featuring Firebird, Return, and Donizetti Variations.
British Music Executive and Television Producer Vicki Wickham Passes Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026
Vicki Wickham, the British music executive and television producer who helped shape the sound and image of popular music in the 1960s and beyond died on August 1, 2026, in New York City. She was 87.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026
Vicki Wickham, the British music executive and television producer who helped shape the sound and image of popular music in the 1960s and beyond died on August 1, 2026, in New York City. She was 87.
Allee Willis Collection Preview to Feature FRIENDS, EARTH WIND & FIRE Items at Julien's Auctions
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026
Julien's Auctions will offer items from the Allee Willis collection, including memorabilia tied to FRIENDS, EARTH WIND & FIRE, Pee-wee Herman and mid-century design pieces.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026
Julien's Auctions will offer items from the Allee Willis collection, including memorabilia tied to FRIENDS, EARTH WIND & FIRE, Pee-wee Herman and mid-century design pieces.
Lamont Landers Releases New Single LONELY GIRL
by Joshua Wright - Jul 31, 2026
Lamont Landers has released a new single titled LONELY GIRL, adding to his growing catalog of original music.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 31, 2026
Lamont Landers has released a new single titled LONELY GIRL, adding to his growing catalog of original music.
FAYE SINGS THE BLUES: Miss Faye Carol to Release New LP
by Joshua Wright - Jul 27, 2026
Faye Carol has announced a new album titled Faye Sings the Blues, expanding the vocalist's recorded catalog with a collection centered on blues material.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 27, 2026
Faye Carol has announced a new album titled Faye Sings the Blues, expanding the vocalist's recorded catalog with a collection centered on blues material.
Dance Theatre of Harlem to Return to Chicago at Auditorium Dance Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will make its first Chicago appearance in a decade, performing a program that includes a revived staging of Firebird at The Auditorium.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will make its first Chicago appearance in a decade, performing a program that includes a revived staging of Firebird at The Auditorium.
MTN Lion, Featuring Members of Lettuce and The Motet, Releases Debut Album 'Stealth'
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026
MTN Lion, a Denver-based funk quartet featuring members of Lettuce, The Motet, and Joey Porter Trio, released their debut album 'Stealth' via Golden Wolf Records across eight groove-driven tracks.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026
MTN Lion, a Denver-based funk quartet featuring members of Lettuce, The Motet, and Joey Porter Trio, released their debut album 'Stealth' via Golden Wolf Records across eight groove-driven tracks.
THE BROWN SUITE Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Fundamentally Dance will present THE BROWN SUITE, a new narrative dance theatre work by duo BlacBrik, on a 12-venue UK tour. The show blends ballet, modern dance, and funk set to the music of James Brown, Etta James, and Sam Cooke.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Fundamentally Dance will present THE BROWN SUITE, a new narrative dance theatre work by duo BlacBrik, on a 12-venue UK tour. The show blends ballet, modern dance, and funk set to the music of James Brown, Etta James, and Sam Cooke.
CROCE PLAYS CROCE Tour to Stop at Tampa Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
A.J. Croce will bring his Croce Plays Croce Tour to Tampa Theatre, performing his father Jim Croce's iconic songs alongside his own originals in a show presented by Ruth Eckerd Hall On The Road.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
A.J. Croce will bring his Croce Plays Croce Tour to Tampa Theatre, performing his father Jim Croce's iconic songs alongside his own originals in a show presented by Ruth Eckerd Hall On The Road.
Review: MEN OF SOUL at Black Ensemble Theater
by Angela Lin - Jun 29, 2026
Men of Soul plays like a greatest‑hits album you never want to end.
by Angela Lin - Jun 29, 2026
Men of Soul plays like a greatest‑hits album you never want to end.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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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