Joe Abraham

Review: Working Our Way Back to See JERSEY BOYS at Broadway At Music Circus

Oh, what a night at Broadway at Music Circus! Their final show of the season is the Tony Award-winning Jersey Boys, The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, which tells the rags to riches story of the original New Jersey boy band, The Four Seasons. Director Glenn Casale has helmed another must-see show this summer, and it’s fitting to close this exciting season with such an iconic title.

Photos: First Look at JERSEY BOYS at La Mirada Theatre

Check out production photos from Jersey Boys at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts here!

Video: Music Director & Conductor Alan Everman on La Mirada's JERSEY BOYS

Go inside rehearsals with music director Alan Everman of 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of JERSEY BOYS.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of JERSEY BOYS at La Mirada Theatre

Go inside rehearsals for 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of JERSEY BOYS, with book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe, musical direction by Allen Everman, choreography by Dana Solimando, and direction by T.J. Dawson.

Full Cast Set for JERSEY BOYS at La Mirada Theatre

“Oh, What a Night” as 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment will present JERSEY BOYS. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: See Christy Altomare, Nikki Snelson & More at MTCA 2022

On February 11th, students from schools across the country returned to Orange County, California, to celebrate the magic of live theatre in the 2022 Musical Theatre Competitions of America (MTCA).

​​​​​Over 200 Winners Crowned In MTCA Festival

On February 11, students from schools across the country returned to Orange County, California, to celebrate the magic of live theatre in the 2022 Musical Theatre Competitions of America (MTCA). The anticipated opportunity to take the stage in live performance again delivered an electric weekend of music, dance, and community, as students shared their joy to be back on stage doing what they love together.

ANXIETY AND THE ARTIST Podcast Season Three Launches With Lisa Gajda

Broadway veteran turned therapist Lisa Gajda (Tuck Everlasting, Fosse) is this week's guest on ANXIETY AND THE ARTIST podcast.

LISTEN: Sierra Boggess Chats With ANXIETY AND THE ARTIST Podcast

Broadway star, Olivier-nominated actor, and advocate Sierra Boggess is this week’s guest  on ANXIETY AND THE ARTIST podcast.

VIDEO: Watch Jeffrey A Johns & More Perform 'That's Broadway' in a Clip From STILL WAITING IN THE WINGS

The new film Still Waiting in the Wings a?" an all-star heartwarming musical homage to Broadway a?" is available worldwide on DVD and all digital platforms, including Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play, today, May 15, 2020. The movie is directed by Q. Allan Brocka and written by Jeffrey A. Johns and Arie Gonzalez.

New Movie Musical STILL WAITING IN THE WINGS Featuring Chita Rivera, Seth Rudetsky & More is Available for Pre-Order

The new film Still Waiting in the Wings - an all-star heartwarming musical homage to Broadway - will be released worldwide on May 15, 2020 on DVD and all digital platforms, including Amazon, iTunes, and Google Play.

Photo Coverage: Curtain Call And Press Night Celebration Of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL At La Mirada Theatre

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT are thrilled to present the West Coast Premiere of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL, book by Dan Remmes, music by Neil Berg, lyrics by Nick Meglin, (Adapted from the Warner Bros. motion picture written by Mark Steven Johnson), additional orchestrations by Phil Reno, choreography by Michele Lynch, musical direction by Benet Braun and direction by Matt Lenz. GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL will preview on Friday, September 20, 2019 (with a press opening on Saturday, September 21 at 8pm) and runs through Sunday, October 13, 2018 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd in La Mirada.  

La Mirada Presents GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL Featuring Cathy Rigby and More

La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & Mccoy Rigby Entertainment present the West Coast Premiere of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL, book by Dan Remmes, music by Neil Berg, lyrics by Nick Meglin, (Adapted from the Warner Bros. motion picture written by Mark Steven Johnson), additional orchestrations by Phil Reno, choreography by Michele Lynch, musical direction by Benet Braun and direction by Matt Lenz.

BWW Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID Enchants at Musical Theatre West

Currently docked at the Carpenter Center for the Performing Arts in Long Beach through July 28 is Musical Theater West's wonderfully vibrant new regional production of THE LITTLE MERMAID, Disney's Broadway stage adaptation of their hit 1989 animated classic, which itself was adapted from the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. The resulting show achieves a cheerful, pleasant, and often charming hybrid that honors the original Disney-esque qualities of the film, but also shows what one may call a 'director's cut'---wherein the new 'extras' expand the musical even further in size, elements, and thematic mood. MTW's production is a visual treat.

Take A Magical Journey Under The Sea Musical Theatre West's THE LITTLE MERMAID

Take a magical journey under the sea when Musical Theater West (MTW) brings Disney's The Little Mermaid to the Carpenter Performing Arts Center July 12-28.   

MVT Presents Lisa Matsumoto's PRINCESS AND THE ISO PEANUT

Manoa Valley Theatre presents its season finale live on stage from July 5 - 22 at Kaimuki High School. What can happen when a traditional fairytale princess falls in love with a local Japanese prince? Just about anything imaginable! Fun and adventure abound when Princess Alexis journeys to a faraway kingdom where she encounters outrageous characters, meets the prince of her dreams and must pass a most unusual test. It's a fun and crazy adventure great family entertainment as they go on a fun and crazy adventure!

COMMEDIA REP Launches Hawaii Shakespeare Festival's 14th Season Today

The Hawaii Shakespeare Festival (HSF) celebrates its fourteenth season at The ARTS at Marks Garage in the center of the vibrant downtown arts district. This year, HSF continues its post-canon-completion tradition of scheduling experimental or non-Shakespeare plays alongside traditional works. The upcoming season includes a commedia dell'arte rep, opening tonight, July 10; Winter's Tale, opening July 24; and Othello, opening August 14.

THE WINTER'S TALE, OTHELLO and More Set for Hawaii Shakespeare Festival's 14th Season

The Hawaii Shakespeare Festival (HSF) celebrates its fourteenth season at The ARTS at Marks Garage in the center of the vibrant downtown arts district. This year, HSF continues its post-canon-completion tradition of scheduling experimental or non-Shakespeare plays alongside traditional works. The upcoming season includes a commedia dell'arte rep, opening July 10; Winter's Tale, opening July 24; and Othello, opening August 14.

Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons Tribute WALK LIKE A MAN Play El Portal Theatre, Now thru 10/19

El Portal Theatre in association with 3000 Miles Off Broadway Productions (a division of Rock N Roll Inc.) presents Walk Like A Man: The Songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, starring Val Martinez (formerly with the Four Seasons) at El Portal's Monroe Forum Theatre, in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA. This exclusive engagement will run today, October 9 through 19, 2014, 10 performances only!

Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons Tribute WALK LIKE A MAN to Play El Portal Theatre, 10/9-19

El Portal Theatre in association with 3000 Miles Off Broadway Productions (a division of Rock N Roll Inc.) presents Walk Like A Man: The Songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, starring Val Martinez (formerly with the Four Seasons) at El Portal's Monroe Forum Theatre, in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA. This exclusive engagement will run October 9 through 19, 2014, 10 performances only!