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A reinvention of the original Oscar®-winning hit film, Fame follows a talented group of dancers, singers, actors, and artists over four years at the New York City High School of Performing Arts, a diverse, creative powerhouse where students from all walks of life are given a chance to live out their dreams and achieve real and lasting fame...the kind that comes only from talent, dedication, and hard work.



The cast includes Asher Book as Marco, Kristy Flores as Rosie, Paul Iacono as Neil, Paul McGill as Kevin, Naturi Naughton as Denise, Kay Panabaker as Jenny, Kherington Payne as Alice, Collins Pennie as Malik, Walter Perez as Victor, and Anna Maria Perez de Tagle as Joy. Their instructors include Debbie Allen as Principal Simms, Charles S. Dutton as Alvin Dowd, Kelsey Grammer as Joel Cranston, Megan Mullally as Fran Rowan, and Bebe Neuwirth as Lynn Kraft.

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Nina Wadia, Sinitta, Sonia, and More Will Lead NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL A MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2024


Nina Wadia will star as Gemma in the world premiere of NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, a brand-new British musical written by award-winning comedian Pippa Evans and directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood.

The Dennis Kamakahi Music Festival Comes to the Downey Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024


The Aloha Everywhere Concert Series will continue at the Downey Theatre with The Dennis Kamakahi Music Festival, for an afternoon of Hawaiian music to honor the late great slack key master and Hawai`i’s most prolific songwriter, Rev. Dennis Kamakahi.

Jake Paul & Mike Tyson Boxing Match to Be Broadcast on Netflix
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2024


Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions have partnered for a heavyweight boxing mega-event headlined by The Problem Child, Jake “El Gallo” Paul (9-1, 6 KOs) vs. the Baddest Man on the Planet, Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs). Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson will stream live globally, exclusively on Netflix on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from the 80,000-seat capacity.

Ricky Rojas Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE!, Plus New Tickets Released
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2024


Original Broadway cast member Ricky Rojas will return to the role of Santiago in Moulin Rouge! The Musical beginning Tuesday, March 26 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Plus a new block of tickets will be released.

Betty Buckley's Animated Short Film Sets Film Festival Debut
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2024


Betty Buckley has created, wrote and narrated The Mayfly, an animated short film. Animated traditionally in 2D, The Mayfly is the story of Megalyn Mayfly, who goes against all expectations and dedicates her short life to music and dance. Her quest takes her from Central Park West to the Upper East Side's Carlyle Hotel.

Amas Musical Theatre To Honor Patricia Birch And Len Cariou At 55th Annual Benefit Gala Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024


Amas Musical Theatre will celebrate its 55th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert on Monday, May 13, 2024 at Baruch Performing Arts Center.

Len Cariou & Peter Filichia To Be Honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024


The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Kristin Chenoweth to Play NJPAC With Special Guest Stephen Schwartz in March
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024


Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth will be joined by special guest, composer, and songwriter Stephen Schwartz at New Jersey Performing Arts Center next month.

Betty Buckley Will Return to Joe's Pub in May
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024


Tony Award-winning, stage and screen icon Betty Buckley will return to Joe’s Pub in New York City for six live performances on May 16-18, 2024. Find out how to get tickets to catch Ms. Buckley at Joe's Pub here!

Hedgerow Theatre Extends Production Of Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024


Hedgerow Theatre Company is currently presenting The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic from the pen of Irish playwright Enda Walsh. Learn more about the extension here!

London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35
by Team BWW - Feb 20, 2024


London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

Andre De Shields, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED, and More To Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 17, 2024


Check out the lineup at 54 Below next week here!

HATE TO LOVE: NICKELBACK to Premiere in Cinemas
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2024


“Hate To Love: Nickelback” tells the authentic story about the band from their humble beginnings in Hanna Alberta, to their explosive global success in 2001 and the highs and lows that followed. Directed by Leigh Brooks and produced by Ben Jones, the film celebrates the loyalty of Nickelback fans. Watch the video trailer now!

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for BONNIE & CLYDE at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Feb 14, 2024


Get a first look at rehearsals for Pioneer Theatre Company's production of Bonnie & Clyde, on stage from February 23-March 9, 2024.

Kristin Chenoweth Comes to NJPAC Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2024


 New Jersey Performing Arts Center will welcome Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth to the big stage on Saturday, March 9th, at 8 pm.

Ballet Hispánico to Present Diálogos: Black Leadership �" Post-Pandemic Reconstruction
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024


Ballet Hispánico will present Diálogos: Black Leadership - Post-Pandemic Reconstruction, in honor of Black History Month, on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 6:00pm at Ballet Hispánico's Penthouse Studio.

Great Barrington Public Theater to Host Live, Sit-Down Talk With Neil Pepe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2024


Great Barrington Public Theater is inviting theater lovers and artists to take part in the company’s Conversation With Neil Pepe.

Nashville Songwriters Announced At DPAC With Lee Brice February 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024


New Seats Just Opened - By Popular Demand! Nashville Songwriters at DPAC with Lee Brice on February 16, 2024. Don't miss this special performance by the songwriters behind country music's greatest hits.

Ballet Hispánico Celebrates Eduardo Vilaro's 15th Season with World Premiere of BUSCANDO A JUAN and More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024


Ballet Hispánico, the nation's largest Latine/x/Hispanic dance organization recognized as one of America's Cultural Treasures, continues their 2023/24 season.

Kristin Chenoweth-Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Will Have Pre-Broadway Run in Boston This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2024


New Stephen Schwartz musical, The Queen of Versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth, will have its pre-Broadway run in Boston this summer! Learn more about this new musical and find out when you can catch it here!

New York City Center Partners with Broadway Education Alliance to Recognize Scenic and Costume Design at the Roger Rees Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2024


The Broadway Education Alliance (“BEA”) has just announced a strategic partnership with the New York City Center Education & Community Engagement Department to introduce a scenic and costume design award that will be presented as part of The Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance portfolio of recognitions.

Carlos Santana Announces Fall 2024 Las Vegas Residency Dates
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2024


As he wraps up another successful run at House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino this past weekend, Carlos Santana is excited to set additional performances of An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live: Presented by SiriusXM, scheduled to take place in September, October and November 2024.

George Lopez Comes to The Kennedy Center in May
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2024


The Kennedy Center has announced additional programming to its 2023–2024 Comedy at the Kennedy Center season, a signature program focused on elevating comedy as an art form and uniting the community together through laughter.

Mariah Carey Announces Las Vegas Residency: How to Get Tickets For 'Mariah Carey: The Celebration of Mimi Live in Las Vegas'
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2024


Mariah Carey announces an exclusive Las Vegas engagement at Park MGM from April 12 - 27, 2024. In celebration of the anniversary of Mariah's iconic album, The Emancipation of Mimi, one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century, the Las Vegas shows will feature fan favorites from that album as well as other hits from her unparalleled career.

A Star Society Unveils Inaugural Gala Fundraiser Celebrating Hip Hop Legends And The Transformative Power Of Dance
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2024


A Star Society Unveils Inaugural Gala Fundraiser Celebrating Hip Hop Legends And The Transformative Power Of Dance. Special guests DJ Kool Herc and Cindy Campbell encourage attendees to support A Star Society's dance education programs, scholarships, and community outreach initiatives.

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1989   Regional (US) World Premiere
Regional (US)
1995   West End Original London Production
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1999   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2003   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Production
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2009   2009 Motion Picture
2019   West End West End Production
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