By near-universal consensus, Stephen Sondheim was the greatest musical theater composer of his generation—celebrated, among other things, for the wit, sophistication, and intricacy of shows from West Side Story to Sunday in the Park with George. A less well-known avenue for his brilliant creativity was his lifelong fascination with designing and constructing intricate puzzles and games: from treasure hunts and crossword puzzles to parlor and board games.
Matching Minds with Sondheim is a journey into this rich but largely unmapped aspect of the composer’s creative life, illuminating how Sondheim’s playful designs delivered moments of clarity and connection for his friends and colleagues. For the first time, this book offers an enthralling tour of what Sondheim described as his “puzzler’s mind,” helping readers to better understand the man, his work, and—if they accept the challenge—themselves. Gaming expert and theatre fan Barry Joseph draws from over eighty years of Sondheim’s activities, collecting his extremely rare and never-publicly-seen puzzles and game designs, scores of original interviews with the celebrity friends who played them, deep dives into Sondheim-related archives from around the country, and analysis from both puzzle designers and theater professionals from around the world. Matching Minds will do more than describe Sondheim’s work: It will allow readers to match minds with the maestro by attempting to solve Sondheimian puzzles and bring Sondheimian games into their own homes.
Amnon Kabatchnik's latest book, Murder in the West End: The Plays of Agatha Christie and Her Disciples, Volume II, explores the works of Agatha Christie and her followers.
Austrian guitarist Wolfgang Muthspiel's new solo program, ETUDES/QUIETUDES, celebrates the acoustic guitar with 11 concert etudes and pieces honoring Bill Evans, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Paul Motian.
Drama Notebook has introduced a cost-effective way for drama teachers to access royalty-free scripts and lesson plans, offering a valuable resource for educators working with plays for kids, teens, and schools.
CelloVoci – the newly formed classical-crossover group starring internationally renowned cello and vocal duo BRANDEN & JAMES, along with powerhouse singer/songwriter EFFIE PASSERO from “American Idol” and Postmodern Jukebox – will release their debut album Happy Day. Learn ore.
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating his new album Jeff Harnar Sings Sammy Cahn: The Second Time Around. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Join Maleah Joi Moon and Brandon Victor Dixon from the Broadway cast of HELL'S KITCHEN for a signing at Barnes & Noble 5th Ave this Friday at noon to support the Hell’s Kitchen Original Broadway Cast Recording.
Michael Ball and Alfie Boe have just announced that they will release their sixth joint studio album ‘Together At Home’. A selection of homegrown songs you know and love, including hits such as ‘Proud’, ‘Rule The World’ and ‘Welcome Home’.
Dennis Mukeera and Bridget Namubiru have announced the release of their new urban fantasy novel, Borrowed Destiny: The Weight and Burden of Soul Sacrifice. This gripping novel promises to transport readers into a world of dark schemes, psychological horrors, and forbidden romance.
The Broadway Education Alliance has announced the launch of the Broadway StageNotes podcast. Hosted by Lauren Van Hemert, an award-winning journalist, the podcast promises to shine a spotlight on the importance of arts education and enrichment programs.
Jamil Hijazi's memoir Never Settled explores his life's journey from Tucson to global travels, delving into spirituality, psychology, and quantum physics, while reflecting on mental health and societal trends.
In anticipation of the Playwrights Horizons production of Gabriel Kahane’s Magnificent Bird/Book of Travelers, Nonesuch Records released a new recording of “Red Letter Days”. Learn more about the recording!
Gunhild Carling is releasing a major big band album this fall! Titled 'Jazz Is My Lifestyle'. The album was recorded in Frank Sinatra's former studio, East West in Los Angeles, featuring top big band musicians in America.
A charming inn in Golden Glen becomes the scene of a chilling murder in Camille Sharp's latest cozy mystery, Murder Checks Inn. Follow Maiden Harlow as she turns amateur sleuth to uncover the truth.
Patrick Page has just announced that he will develop his hit one-man show, All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, into a book. We have all of the details!
Discover THE HIRSCHFELD BROADWAY TAROT, a unique tarot deck inspired by Broadway and featuring the iconic art of Al Hirschfeld, available starting September 3. Learn more!
Mark Vanner's debut poetry collection, The Bone That Swallowed A Man, exploring modern life's absurdities through humor, introspection, and social commentary, is now available from Anxiety Press.
Dara the Pirate Panda by X. Wang is a delightful new children's book that takes young readers on a magaical adventure where the true treasure is the joy of friendship.
Legendary stage and screen producer, broadcaster, podcaster and author Julian Schlossberg and friends gathered to celebrate the legendary producer’s 6 decades in show business, and the launch of Schlossberg’s new memoir, My First Book – Part 2, A Producer’s Life Continues. See photos from the event!