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Cassandra Lewis to Release Album 'Lost in a Dream,' Shares New Single Photo Cassandra Lewis to Release Album 'Lost in a Dream,' Shares New Single
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

Lost In A Dream chronicles Cassandra's journey down her own yellow brick road as she confronts a toxic relationship, addiction, and mental health struggles. Pushing through an opium-like haze of deep love and emotional abuse, she ultimately finds closure as she pulls back the curtain to discover her...


Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Desert Theatricals Photo Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Desert Theatricals
by Gilmore Rizzo - March 10, 2024

Desert Theatricals 'Fiddler' stands tall and breathes LIFE into old TRADITIONS....


MILLY Share New Single 'Spilling Ink' From Upcoming Album Photo MILLY Share New Single 'Spilling Ink' From Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024

MILLY have shared the second preview off their new album Your Own Becoming. “Spilling Ink” rips through its two-minute runtime with a searing riff and heartfelt chorus. The fastest-paced song that they’ve ever made, principal songwriter Brendan Dyer shares “We were trying to write the fastest song w...


Interview: Meredith Shedden of FALSETTOS at The Annex Theatre Photo Interview: Meredith Shedden of FALSETTOS at The Annex Theatre
by Ilana Lucas - April 20, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke to Meredith Shedden, Bowtie Productions’ AD and the production’s director, about the joys of working with the quirky cult favourite musical....


Dreamer Boy's New Album, 'Lonestar', Set For May 10 Release Photo Dreamer Boy's New Album, 'Lonestar', Set For May 10 Release
by Nicole Rosky - March 29, 2024

Catch the latest from Dreamer Boy with his new album LONESTAR set to release on May 10 via slowplay/Capitol Records. Get ready for a musical journey with his new single, 'If You're Not In Love'....


Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Bass Concert Hall Photo Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Bass Concert Hall
by Victoria Schwarz - April 25, 2024

As many students of history know, 1929 was the beginning of a chaotic, and often tragic, decade for the United States. Seven months after a small stock market crash and recovery on March 25, the bottom fell out....


The Secret Sisters Debuts New Song 'Paperweight' Photo The Secret Sisters Debuts New Song 'Paperweight'
by Michael Major - March 13, 2024

Discover the new song 'Paperweight' by THE SECRET SISTERS. The duo's latest track is out now, offering fans a fresh taste of their unique musical style. Ahead of the release, the duo has unveiled two additional album tracks: “Same Water” and “All The Ways” feat. Ray LaMontagne. Plus, check out upcom...


Videos: Katie Pruitt Performs Songs from New Album on CBS SATURDAY MORNINGS Photo Videos: Katie Pruitt Performs Songs from New Album on CBS SATURDAY MORNINGS
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Katie Pruitt returned to “CBS Saturday Morning” this past weekend to perform three songs from her acclaimed new album, Mantras: “All My Friends,” “Worst Case Scenario” and “White Lies, White Jesus and You.” Watch the performances here!...


Video: Lawrence Rothman Debuts New Song 'Dreams Die Hard' From Upcoming Album Photo Video: Lawrence Rothman Debuts New Song 'Dreams Die Hard' From Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - April 10, 2024

Acclaimed songwriter, musician and producer Lawrence Rothman’s new song, “Dreams Die Hard,” just debuted in addition to the official music video, directed by renowned director Floria Sigismondi. Dreams Die Hard is the latest track unveiled from Rothman’s anticipated new album, The Plow That Broke th...


THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway- A Complete Guide Photo THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - May 31, 2024

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about The Great Gatsby on Broadway....


Interview: 54 SINGS BROADWAY AROUND THE GLOBE Is Traveling to 54 Below Photo Interview: 54 SINGS BROADWAY AROUND THE GLOBE Is Traveling to 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - March 22, 2024

On Monday March 25th at 9:30 p.m., Alyssa Kirchner and Michael D'Elia are co-producing and co-directing a fun cabaret show at 54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, that promises to take you around the world through song, with showtunes set around the globe. We spoke about the upcoming show, where the id...


WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Photo WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - March 11, 2024

Water For Elephants is performing on Good Morning America this week. The cast includes Grant Gustin, Isabelle McCalla, Gregg Edelman, Alexander Nolan, Stan Brown, and more. The episode will also feature an interview with Jenifer Lewis and Taylor Swift announcing a new song from “Taylor Swift | The E...


Video: Disney on Broadway Stars Perform Multi-Language Medley Photo Video: Disney on Broadway Stars Perform Multi-Language Medley
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2024

In a segment on this morning's show, Good Morning America celebrated 30 years of Disney on Broadway. As part of the segment, stars from Disney's Broadway productions around the world sang a multi-language medley of songs from Disney’s international companies of Aladdin, Beauty and The Beast, Frozen,...


ABC News Sets Special 2024 Presidential Election Coverage For Super Tuesday Photo ABC News Sets Special 2024 Presidential Election Coverage For Super Tuesday
by Michael Major - March 04, 2024

Contributors Dan Abrams, Donna Brazile, John Katko, Reince Priebus, and Kate Shaw will provide analysis across platforms. ABC News will have on-the-ground reporting from California, Alabama, Virginia, Texas and Colorado to deliver viewers up-to-the-minute reporting of all election results and campai...


ILLINOISE, HELL'S KITCHEN & More Earn Nominations for 2024 Chita Rivera Awards Photo ILLINOISE, HELL'S KITCHEN & More Earn Nominations for 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by Nicole Rosky - April 29, 2024

See who was nominated for Chita Rivera Awards! Check out the full list and learn more about the awards....


Review: Fandom and Friendship for the Win in KING JAMES at The Old Globe Photo Review: Fandom and Friendship for the Win in KING JAMES at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - March 18, 2024

“King James” is a funny, heartwarming look at fandom, friendship, and how sometimes the unlikeliest people can become irreplaceable members of your life.  “King James” is playing at the Old Globe through March 31st....


Hot Tip from Director Sammi Cannold: Actors, Make a Website! Photo Hot Tip from Director Sammi Cannold: Actors, Make a Website!
by Nicole Rosky - February 28, 2024

Director Sammi Cannold is one of Broadway's most up-and-coming creatives, having made her Broadway debut earlier this season with How to Dance in Ohio. While she is hard at work on some exciting new projects, Sammi recently shared a PSA to fellow artists, which you can read in full here....


TRU to Present Duet: A Conversation About Musical Theater Development, For Two Voices Photo TRU to Present Duet: A Conversation About Musical Theater Development, For Two Voices
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024

Theater Resources Unlimited will continue its weekly Community Gatherings via Zoom, offering valuable conversations about musical theater development with industry leaders like James Morgan and Michael Unger....


Interview: WALT ZIPPRIAN of CLEANSED at CATASTROPHIC THEATRE Photo Interview: WALT ZIPPRIAN of CLEANSED at CATASTROPHIC THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - April 06, 2024

What drew me to the show was what drew me to the work that Catastrophic Theatre does in general. They do work that nobody else does. Work that's largely unexplored in our region, or in our country, or whatever. I'm drawn to that kind of stuff, and Sarah Kane has a unique view of love and human relat...


What You Need to Know About the CABARET Prologue Photo What You Need to Know About the CABARET Prologue
by Sidney Paterra - April 19, 2024

The current revival of Cabaret just opened on Broadway at The August Wilson Theatre- a space that has been transformed into the Kit Kat Club, with an in-the-round auditorium and sinfully dreamlike spaces. To get the full experience, you've gotta show up for the Prologue.  Let BroadwayWorld be your g...


Maggie Rose to Release New Studio Album 'No One Gets Out Alive' in April Photo Maggie Rose to Release New Studio Album 'No One Gets Out Alive' in April
by Michael Major - March 01, 2024

“Mad Love” co-written by Rose, Jordan Leigh Meredith (Sad Penny) and K.S. Rhoads spotlights Maggie's spell-binding vibrato. The torchy showstopper features Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit member Sadler Vaden on guitar, playing echo-drenched spaghetti western licks, along with haunting guest vocals by ...


Full Cast and Creatives Set for New Play OCTOBER 7 at Actors Temple Theatre Photo Full Cast and Creatives Set for New Play OCTOBER 7 at Actors Temple Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

OCTOBER 7, a verbatim play about the terrorist attacks on Israel as told by those who survived them, has revealed its full cast and a new director. See when and where you can see this production....


KINKY Release '5 Disparos' EP; Share 'un x100to' (Bad Bunny & Grupo Frontera Cover) Photo KINKY Release '5 Disparos' EP; Share 'un x100to' (Bad Bunny & Grupo Frontera Cover)
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2024

KINKY have returned with their new EP, 5 Disparos, out now via Ocesa Seitrack. Recently, the revered Latin group released three unique covers of classic and contemporary hits of Regional Mexican music: Ed Maverick’s “Fuentes de Ortiz,” Rocío Dúrcal and Juan Gabriel’s “Déjame Vivir” featuring Majo Ag...


Katie Pruitt Debuts New Song 'Worst Case Scenario' Photo Katie Pruitt Debuts New Song 'Worst Case Scenario'
by Michael Major - March 14, 2024

Discover Katie Pruitt's latest song, WORST CASE SCENARIO. This new track from the acclaimed artist debuts now, adding another stellar piece to her growing discography. Ahead of the release, Pruitt has shared three additional tracks: “Blood Related,” “White Lies, White Jesus and You” and “All My Frie...


ABC News to Cover Joe Biden's State Of The Union Address & Republican Response Photo ABC News to Cover Joe Biden's State Of The Union Address & Republican Response
by Michael Major - March 07, 2024

“World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor David Muir will lead coverage joined by ABC News' powerhouse political team, including “ABC News Live Prime” anchor Linsey Davis, chief global affairs correspondent and “This Week” co-anchor Martha Raddatz, chief Washington correspondent and “This Week...






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