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The ASCAP Foundation Names Recipients of the 2026 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026

The recipients have been revealed for the 2026 ASCAP Foundation Morton Gould Young Composer Awards, which aim to support creators of concert music ranging in age from 13 to 30.

AIN'T TOO PROUD to Make Regional Premiere at The Gateway Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026

The Gateway Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for its regional premiere of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, with director DeMone Seraphin leading the Tony Award-winning musical in Bellport, NY.

Video: Watch 'What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?' From AIN'T TOO PROUD at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Michael Major - Jun 4, 2026

Watch a video of Charl Brown performing 'What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?' from Ain't Too Proud at Ogunquit Playhouse. Otis Williams (Charl Brown) memorializes his brothers in arms.

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD-THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Dan Marois - May 18, 2026

Jukebox musicals are practically a summer tradition at the Ogunquit Playhouse. In recent years, we’ve seen everything from Jersey Boys and Million Dollar Quartet to The Cher Show, On Your Feet!-The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, Heartbreak Hotel, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and last year’s world premiere of When Elvis Met the Beatles.

Photos: AIN'T TOO PROUD at Ogunquit Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026

Ogunquit Playhouse has unveiled production photos for it's new production of Ain't Too Proud- The Life and Times of the Temptations. Featuring iconic songs including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” this is the story behind the music—and everything it took to make it.

Photos: Amy Allen, Laufey & More Honored at ASCAP Pop Music Awards
by Josh Sharpe - May 4, 2026

Last week, this year’s ASCAP Pop Music Award winners were honored at an excluisve event in Los Angeles, including Laufey, Amy Allen, James Fauntleroy, and more. Take a look at some photos from the event.

Charl Brown, Warren Egypt Franklin and More to Star in AIN’T TOO PROUD at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative team for Ain't Too Proud, featuring Tony Award nominee Charl Brown as Otis Williams, Warren Egypt Franklin as Melvin Franklin and more.

BUGSY MALONE Will Come to CMT Black Box Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

Children's Musical Theaterworks will present BUGSY MALONE, the prohibition-era musical comedy featuring a cast of young performers, at the CMT Black Box Theater inside the Sierra Vista Mall in Clovis, CA.

DISNEY’S MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL in Concert Will Come to Bradford Live
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026

Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live to Film is coming to Bradford Live this festive season featuring a screening of the film while the musical score is performed live by an orchestra.

Laufey to be Honored with ASCAP Creative Voice Award
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2026

Grammy Award-winning musical artist Laufey will be honored with the ASCAP Creative Voice Award from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). 

WITCHES OF EASTWICK, MISS SAIGON, and More Set For OFC's 2026-27 Broadway In Brighton Series
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026

OFC Creations Theatre Center in Rochester, NY, will present its 2026-2027 Broadway in Brighton Series featuring shows like HAIRSPRAY, MISS SAIGON, and the regional premiere of THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK.

Three Dog Night To Perform At Ford Wyoming Center In May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026

The Pub Station will present THREE DOG NIGHT at the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper on Sunday, May 3. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the concert will begin at 7 p.m.

Review: Steven Brinberg & Robert Hofler Make An Excellent Pairing at the Dutch Treat Club
by Stephen Sorokoff - Feb 18, 2026

It was “The Way We Were” and the way we are during another scintillating afternoon at the Dutch Treat Club on Tuesday, February 17th where the talk and song was all Hollywood and the theme was A STAR IS BORN! See photos of the event.

Andrew Lloyd Webber to be Honored at Goodspeed's 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

Andrew Lloyd Webber, one of the most influential figures in musical theatre, will be honored by Goodspeed Musicals at their 2026 Gala & Auction. He will be honored with the Goodspeed Musicals Award for Outstanding Contribution to Musical Theatre.

Adam Sandler To Be Honored with ASCAP Founders Award
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026

Adam Sandler will be honored with the ASCAP Founders Award for his musical contributions at the 2026 ASCAP Experience in Los Angeles.

Malthouse Theatre Canterbury Will Host New Production Of BUGSY MALONE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026

A new semi-immersive production of BUGSY MALONE will be presented at Malthouse Theatre Canterbury. The musical will star Olivier Award winner Kerry Ingram and feature a cast of emerging young performers.

Industry Pro Newsletter: New Leaders, New Visions: Park Avenue Armory, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and Beyond
by Alex Freeman - Jan 20, 2026

This week’s newsletter brings together stories of concrete action and forward momentum in theatre and dance. Highlights include Michael Sheen’s launch of a new national theatre for Wales and his starring role in its first production, New York State’s plan to preserve performing arts spaces, and major leadership appointments at Park Avenue Armory and The Public Theater. We also cover recognition for musical theatre creators Will Aronson and Hue Park, the launch of BroadwayWorld’s 2025 Stage Recording Awards, and the Next On Stage Season 6 finale. Rounding out the issue is a look at Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s relaunch and search for new leadership, underscoring themes of rebuilding, investment, and artistic ambition.

Will Aronson and Hue Park Honored With ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2026

The ASCAP Foundation has recognized musical theater writing duo Will Aronson and Hue Park, creators of the Tony Award-winning musical Maybe Happy Ending, with The ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award.

Songwriters Hall of Fame Posthumously Inducts Donna Summer
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2025

The Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF) has announced the posthumous induction of iconic singer-songwriter Donna Summer.  Summer, who passed away in 2012 at age 63, was honored during an intimate ceremony held on December 15, 2025 in West Hollywood, California.

Review: DISNEY'S THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL at Benaroya Hall
by Erica Miner - Dec 7, 2025

Bravo to the Seattle Symphony for offering these holiday feasts for all the senses as much-welcomed gifts of love and cheer.