James Patterson

Interview: Crisis, Confrontation, & Consensus James Patterson Debuts as John Adams in 1776
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jun 15, 2026

“John Adams is a debut role for me. I love his passion.  He is the central catalytic force in the entire drama. He has dedicated his life to God, country, and family in that order.  He’s been toiling in the Continental Congress for years now, and he just wants to get the job [independence] done and go home to his family.” Actor James Patterson is speaking enthusiastically about the challenge of playing the Founding Father from Massachusetts in Maine State Music Theatre’s new production of 1776, created for America’s 250thanniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, that begins its run at the Pickard Theater in Brunswick, Maine on June 24th.

SLAUGHTERHOUSE-FIVE Will Come to Southwark Playhouse Borough This June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

So It Goes Theatre's double Offie Award-winning adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's SLAUGHTERHOUSE-FIVE transfers to Southwark Playhouse Borough for a five-week run from 3 June to 4 July 2026, following its sell-out premiere at Brockley Jack Theatre in 2024.

Kalyne Coleman Joins THE LISTENING Cast at East Village Basement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

Kalyne Coleman will join the cast of The Listening, a live immersive storytelling experience, running in April at East Village Basement in Manhattan, rotating with role with Morgan Siobhan Green.

Crime Thriller Series CROSS Renewed for Season Three at Prime Video
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2026

Prime Video has renewed the thriller series Cross for an eight-episode third season. Based upon characters created by James Patterson, the series, created by Ben Watkins, stars Aldis Hodge as the detective Alex Cross. 

Video: Watch a Clip From Episode 5 of CROSS Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 23, 2026

Prime Video has shared a sneak peek clip from the upcoming fifth episode of Cross season two, the thriller series based on characters from James Patterson’s best-selling book series. Check it out now.

L Morgan Lee Will Narrate THE LISTENING at East Village Basement
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Experience the electrifying world of THE LISTENING, the world premiere of an intimate, live, sonic, supernatural storytelling production from AKS Immersive. Learn more here!

DOLLY PARTON’S THREADS: MY SONGS IN SYMPHONY Coming to Nashville Symphony
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

This summer, Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony will join the Nashville Symphony for a multi-week limited series celebrating the Summer of Dolly Parton. The exclusive seven-week engagement kicks off June 16 and runs through July 31 at Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

Video: Dolly Parton Celebrates 80th Birthday with Star-Studded Rendition of 'Light of a Clear Blue Morning'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026

In celebration of her 80th birthday, Dolly Parton just released a new rendition of her hit song, “Light of a Clear Blue Morning,” featuring Lainey Wilson, Miley Cyrus, Queen Latifah, and Reba McEntire. Check out the music video.

LUCKY STIFF to Present Final Extension at Florida Studio Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2025

Florida Studio Theatre's opening Winter Mainstage production, Lucky Stiff, has been extended for a final time. Lucky Stiff features Book and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and Music by Stephen Flaherty.

Mainstage Production LUCKY STIFF Extended at Florida Studio Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025

Florida Studio Theatre's opening Winter Mainstage production, Lucky Stiff, has been extended. The musical features book and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and Music by Stephen Flaherty.

LUCKY STIFF Comes to the Florida Studio Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025

Florida Studio Theatre will kick off its 2025-26 Winter Mainstage Season with Lucky Stiff, a delightfully madcap musical comedy created by the Tony-winning duo behind Ragtime and Seussical.

Bucks County Playhouse Reveals New Book Club Selection for August 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse is continuing the new book club series with “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society: A Novel” by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. Learn more!

Dolly Parton to Play Limited Engagement at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025

Global superstar and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dolly Parton is headed to the Las Vegas Strip with a brand-new limited-run engagement at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. 

Video: First Look at Immersive CATS at the Fulton Theatre
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2025

The Fulton Theatre has released a preview video of their new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Even if you think you know this iconic musical, the Fulton promises a vision you've never encountered before.

Review: CATS at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Jun 15, 2025

Cats serves as Fulton Theatre’s final production for the 2024-25 season. They are fully committed to highlighting what works, and sidestepping some of its shortcomings. 

L Morgan Lee & Jason Veasey Star In The Season One Finale of DRAMA: AN AURAL EXPERIENCE
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

Step into a world of the supernatural, the paranormal, and the delightfully mysterious with DRAMA: AN AURAL EXPERIENCE - Season 1: Anthology, a cinematic audio drama series sonically crafted for headphones and designed to transport listeners through spine-tingling soundscapes and richly layered short-form storytelling.

Immersive CATS to be Presented at Fulton Theatre This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

The Fulton Theatre will conclude its 24/25 Mainstage season with a new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Dolly Parton to Release New Book 'STAR OF THE SHOW: My Life on Stage'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025

Dolly Parton has announced the release of her upcoming book, STAR OF THE SHOW: My Life on Stage. A celebration of Dolly Parton’s iconic career as a performer, the book features entertaining personal stories alongside 350 full-color photographs.

Bucks County Playhouse Launches Book Club Series Inspired by 2025 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse will continue its new book club series, “Playhouse Books in the Barn,” with five additional meetings scheduled throughout 2025. Learn more!

CULTURE & COCKTAILS At The Ben to Present Rob Russell & Avery Sommers
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

The final CULTURE & COCKTAILS brings back two longtime favorites- Rob Russell and Avery Sommers- and frequent musical performers along with several surprise guests.