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Review: JERRY'S GIRLS at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Apr 12, 2026

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another excellent production at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT, JERRY’S GIRLS, a show that celebrates the music of Jerry Herman whose music was featured in Hello Dolly!, Mame,  and other musicals. Starring the phenomenal first-rate vocals of stars Sandra Fernandes, Makenzie Massey, and Emerson Raymond, accompanied by talented pianist Jane Best, this show is highly entertaining! The star power of these performers succeeds in pulling off this challenging production, under the brilliant combination of the direction of Liz Muller, associate direction of Jacob Marcus, and choreography of Brandy and Michael Bailey. I am not exaggerating when I say that if Sandra, Makenzie, and Emerson were to audition for American Idol next year, they would likely be the top three contestants. Yes, they are that good!

THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Sean McDermott, The History of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 and more. 

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025

In January of 2026, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and many more. 

Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Feb 24, 2025

On Friday, February 21st, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my all-time favorite musicals, GUYS AND DOLLS wonderfully performed at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT. This musical features music by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, based on characters created by Damon Runyon. Led by director and musical director Liz Muller and enhanced by choreographers Brandy and Michael Bailey, this cast entertained the packed house who all seemed to enjoy this performance, as I did!

Jake Wesley Rogers Returns with Soul-Stirring Song 'God Bless'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 14, 2025

Visionary pop artist Jake Wesley Rogers makes a grand return with the soaring, celebratory, and subversive “God Bless.” Listen to the gospel-infused pop ballad now.

Jake Wesley Rogers Returns With New Single 'Loser'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 28, 2024

Rising pop sensation Jake Wesley Rogers returns with his new single, “Loser.” Bristling with sparkling harmonies, the soaring anthem is a rousing statement from one of this era’s most exciting voices. Listen to the single now!

Holiday Extravaganza 'For Kids From 1 to 92' Brings Favorite Christmas Music to Life at Raue Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2023

Raue Center presents a special matinee performance of “For Kids from 1 to 92”, a truly a holiday extravaganza, with everything from beautifully lush, traditional fare to great pop-rock songs and joyful family favorites on December 23 @ 1 pm.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards; Hale Center Theater Orem Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards; at West Valley Arts Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards; West valley arts Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Full Cast Revealed For New Version Of MASQUERADE Coming To Liverpool's Epstein Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2022

A powerful and poignant tale of love, loss, freedom and friendship among Liverpool's LGBT+ community comes to the city's Epstein Theatre next month.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards; Utah Shakespeare's THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards; LES MISERABLES Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Review Roundup: HAMILTON Opens in Sydney, Australia - What Did the Critics Think?
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2021

See what the critics said about Hamilton in Sydney, Australia which is now open!

BWW Blog: Goodbye (...For Now)
by Student Blogger: Michael Bailey - Aug 21, 2020

I would love to write more, but as I begin my senior year of college with a dark cloud of stress about my future, I find myself unable to write from the heart anymore.

Surflight Opens Season with HOLIDAY INN
by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2019

Beach Haven's Surflight Theatre, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Steve Steiner, is back for its 70th show stopping season. The theatre's mainstage season opener is Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn, a song and dance spectacular based on the classic Bing Crosby/Fred Astaire film of the same name that features even more toe tapping tunes by one of America's most prolific songwriters.

BWW INTERVIEW: International Recording Artist Lyn Stanley Discusses Aspects of Her Phenomenal Singing Career Thus Far
by Don Grigware - Feb 12, 2019

Over the past six years International Recording Artist Lyn Stanley has sold more than 38.000.albums - currently worldwide, but before that time she had had absolutely no singing experience whatsoever. I, like practically all journalists, was amazed to hear this. 'Not even singing along to background music on the stereo or radio as a child?' I asked. Directly and sincerely she replied,

FREEMAN Returns To Belgrade Theatre Coventry Following Hit Edinburgh Fringe Run
by Marianka Swain - Aug 31, 2018

Abelita Mateus to Release New Album MIXED FEELINGS August 1
by Macon Prickett - Jul 26, 2018

'A mixture of excitement, sadness, 'saudades', happiness, failure, regret, luck - all of the things I was feeling at the time are in my music.  I lived in Brazil for the first 30 years of my life. When I decided to move to another country, I had mixed feelings about the new challenges I was about to face.

Strictly Arts Return With A New Tour Of FREEMAN In 2018
by Julie Musbach - Jul 19, 2018

Following the success of last year's debut tour with multiple sell-out performances, Belgrade Springboard Company Strictly Arts will revive their critically acclaimed show Freeman in 2018, thanks to support from the Charlie Hartill Special Reserve Fund. This summer, the Midlands-based company will make their Edinburgh Fringe debut, ahead of a welcome return to the Belgrade Theatre and second tour in the autumn.