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Review: HAIRSPRAY at Connor Palace Photo Review: HAIRSPRAY at Connor Palace
by Roy Berko - December 06, 2023

What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Connor Palace? The farcical, yet message-loaded HAIRSPRAY, is the type of musical that in a bad production falls flat, but in a good production the audience gets all-kinds of involved....


Kelela Releases Cover of Sade's 'Like a Tattoo' to Cap off 'Credit the Culture' Photo Kelela Releases Cover of Sade's 'Like a Tattoo' to Cap off 'Credit the Culture'
by Michael Major - February 28, 2023

The previously unreleased cover finds Kelela stripping down Sade’s cult classic to piano, played by Jason Moran, and vocals. Kelela’s cover marks the final piece of content to be released as part of “Credit the Culture,” the ongoing celebration of Black culture and artistry from Amazon Music during ...


HAIRSPRAY Comes to the Palace Theater Next Month Photo HAIRSPRAY Comes to the Palace Theater Next Month
by Stephi Wild - December 12, 2023

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award®-winning musical comedy phenomenon, helmed by original director Jack O’Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will play January 16-18 in Waterbury, CT at the Palace Theater. ...


A STRANGE LOOP, Reneé Rapp & More Nominated For GLAAD Media Awards - Full List of Nom Photo A STRANGE LOOP, Reneé Rapp & More Nominated For GLAAD Media Awards - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - January 18, 2023

& Juliet, Ain't No Mo, Kimberly Akimbo, A Strange Loop, Take Me Out, Better Nate Than Ever, High School Musical: the Musical: the Series, Trevor: the Musical, Reneé Rapp, Dove Cameron, Only Murders in the Building, and more were nominated for GLAAD Media Awards. Check out the complete list of nomina...


A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL to be Presented at Pioneer Theatre Company in December Photo A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL to be Presented at Pioneer Theatre Company in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 28, 2022

Pioneer Theatre Company, Utah’s premiere professional theatre, will present A Christmas Story, The Musical—the Tony-nominated musical adaptation based on the 1983 film. The 2012 work was adapted for the stage by Joseph Robinette, with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul....


Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casti Photo Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casting and Full Route
by Blair Ingenthron - August 26, 2023

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, has announced casting and the touring schedule for the 2023-2024 season. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will visit 45 cities including premiere engag...


What You Need to Know About THE FACTOTUM World Premiere at Lyric Opera of Chicago Photo What You Need to Know About THE FACTOTUM World Premiere at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2022

Opera gets a dramatic remix by Lyric Opera of Chicago with the world premiere of the new soul opera The Factotum created by Will Liverman and DJ King Rico, presented at Chicago’s Harris Theater for five performances, February 3–12, 2023....


Cast and Creative Team Revealed For AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse Photo Cast and Creative Team Revealed For AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - December 21, 2023

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for After Midnight. Learn more about who is in the cast and on the team here!...


What You Need to Know About THE FACTOTUM World Premiere at Lyric Opera of Chicago Photo What You Need to Know About THE FACTOTUM World Premiere at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 12, 2022

Opera gets a dramatic remix by Lyric Opera of Chicago with the world premiere of the new soul opera The Factotum created by Will Liverman and DJ King Rico, presented at Chicago’s Harris Theater for five performances, February 3–12, 2023....


Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casti Photo Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casting and Full Route
by Blair Ingenthron - August 26, 2023

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, has announced casting and the touring schedule for the 2023-2024 season. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will visit 45 cities including premiere engag...


12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards; Thin Air Theatre Compa Photo 12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Denver Awards; Thin Air Theatre Company Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - December 19, 2022

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


HANGIN WITH MR. COOPER & STEP-BY-STEP to Come to truTV For Weekend Marathons Photo HANGIN WITH MR. COOPER & STEP-BY-STEP to Come to truTV For Weekend Marathons
by Michael Major - December 22, 2022

truTV is winding down the year with a throwback marathon that is sure to bring back memories for you and yours. These top shows from the ’90s will keep your family laughing as you remember the familiar antics from years past. Join them for two three-day marathons of Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper and Step-...


Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casti Photo Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casting and Full Route
by Blair Ingenthron - August 26, 2023

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, has announced casting and the touring schedule for the 2023-2024 season. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will visit 45 cities including premiere engag...


Photos: See Raven Symone, Michael Feinstein, Lorna Luft, JoJo Siwa & More at the 10th Photo Photos: See Raven Symone, Michael Feinstein, Lorna Luft, JoJo Siwa & More at the 10th Annual Real To Reel Honors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 09, 2023

See photos from the 2023 salute to the LGBTQ+ community's contributions to the entertainment industry and launch of the 10th annual 'Real to Reel: Portrayals and Perceptions of LGBTQ+s in Hollywood' exhibit.  ...


Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of THE MIRORR CRACK'D Photo Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of THE MIRORR CRACK'D
by Stephi Wild - September 13, 2022

All new production photos have been released for the UK Tour of THE MIRROR CRACK'D which began performances at Devonshire Park, Eastbourne on 9 September 2022....


Video: Watch Symone & Gigi Goode in SPICE WORLD-Inspired Trailer for AVALON TV Photo Video: Watch Symone & Gigi Goode in SPICE WORLD-Inspired Trailer for AVALON TV
by Michael Major - September 27, 2023

Special guests on “AVALON TV” include Abby Lee Miller (Dance Moms), Taylor Hale (Winner of Big Brother Season 24), Fenton Bailey, Ts Madison, Nicole Byer, Trixie Mattel, Sasha Colby, Rickey Thompson, Shawn Breathwaite (Astrologist), Colton Haynes, Orville Peck, Dominique Jackson, and Isis King. Watc...


Review: TORCH SONGS FOR THE TALENTED TENTH: AN EDU-TAINING EVENING WITH NIK WALKER AN Photo Review: TORCH SONGS FOR THE TALENTED TENTH: AN EDU-TAINING EVENING WITH NIK WALKER AND PALS at 54 Below Has A Lot To Say
by Stephen Mosher - August 01, 2022

Nik Walker and his friends bring an important message to 54 Below, woven throughout beautiful relationships, great music, and voluble storytelling....


Julie Benko, Santino Fontana, Leslie Uggams, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month Photo Julie Benko, Santino Fontana, Leslie Uggams, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - October 31, 2022

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and pres...


Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casti Photo Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casting and Full Route
by Blair Ingenthron - August 26, 2023

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, has announced casting and the touring schedule for the 2023-2024 season. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will visit 45 cities including premiere engag...


BACKSTAGE BABBLE, LANGDON ST. IVES: THE STEAMPUNK MUSICAL!, and More to Play 54 Below Photo BACKSTAGE BABBLE, LANGDON ST. IVES: THE STEAMPUNK MUSICAL!, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - July 15, 2023

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their...


Ja Rule To Headline Amazon Music's Final '50 & Forever' City Sessions Photo Ja Rule To Headline Amazon Music's Final '50 & Forever' City Sessions
by Michael Major - August 04, 2023

Amazon Music announces the final “50 & Forever” City Sessions livestream of the summer. On August 10, the eve of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary, legendary Grammy-nominated rapper Ja Rule and a lineup of friends and collaborators will hit the stage for a special performance from The Rooftop at Pier 17 in...


VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Sings SISTER ACT For THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW's Halloween Epis Photo VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Sings SISTER ACT For THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW's Halloween Episode
by Michael Major - October 31, 2022

For her first Halloween episode, Jennifer Hudson dressed up as fellow EGOT winner Whoopi Goldberg’s character Sister Mary Clarence from her “absolute favorite movie” “Sister Act.” The talk show host made her dream of being in the film come true with a showstopping performance of songs from the movie...


Mariah Carey, Megan Thee Stallion & More to Perform at LA Pride; Full Lineup Out Now Photo Mariah Carey, Megan Thee Stallion & More to Perform at LA Pride; Full Lineup Out Now
by Michael Major - May 24, 2023

Check out the additional artists joining LA Pride in the Park’s star-studded lineup. Additional artists join previously announced multi-award winning global superstars and headliners Megan Thee Stallion (June 9) and Mariah Carey (June 10). Check out the full lineup now!...


Magician Mike Super To Bring His Mystifying Sorcery To The Gracie Theatre Photo Magician Mike Super To Bring His Mystifying Sorcery To The Gracie Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - November 07, 2022

Illusionist Mike Super, the only magician in history to win a live magic competition on primetime network television in the United States, will be appearing at the Gracie Theatre on Saturday, November 12 at 7 p.m. Sponsored by PepsiCo, this family-friendly show is part of The Gracie's Bangor Savings...


Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casti Photo Greg Kalafatas and Caroline Eiseman-Led HAIRSPRAY National Tour Reveals 2023-24 Casting and Full Route
by Blair Ingenthron - August 26, 2023

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, has announced casting and the touring schedule for the 2023-2024 season. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will visit 45 cities including premiere engag...






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