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Review: THE WIZ at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by Michael Rabice - Mar 5, 2025

Everything OZ continues these days. L Frank Baum would be flabbergasted to think that his 1900 novel 'THE  WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ' would be as popular, if not MORE popular, in 2025. The endless fascination  with the story of young Dorothy being whisked away by a twister from her home in Kansas to the mystical land of Oz has always been a favorite of young and old. The beloved MGM musical starring Judy Garland continues to be a perennial favorite. And in 1975 a little musical called THE WIZ took Broadway by storm, updating the story to present day with an all Black cast. In 2003, the prequel musical WICKED opened and  has been dazzling Broadway audiences ever since, to say nothing of the blockbuster movie version in 2024. The 2025 Academy Awards included 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow,'  2 songs from THE WIZ and 1 from WICKED. The fascination continues....

Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and More to Perform at 54 Below in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!

CHOIR OF MAN Comes to Teatro Tivoli BBVA
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Straight from the West End, ‘The Choir of Man’ brings the true spirit of British pubs to the stage and invites Portuguese audiences to drink in the excitement and enjoy 90 minutes of pure joy.

See MAMA, I'M A BIG GIRL NOW and More at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Audiences won’t want to miss nonstop music, dance and electrifying performances as Broadway’s biggest stars take the stage at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. See programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Sugababes To Headline Brighton & Hove Pride On The Park
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025

Having cemented their place as one of the most successful and critically acclaimed British girl bands of the 21st century, Sugababes will headline Brighton & Hove Pride on the Park main stage on Sunday August 3rd, 2025.

Nichelle Lewis and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including The Wiz's Nichelle Lewis, and many more. See the full lineup! 

Recordings by Cat Stevens, Gloria Estefan, & More Inducted to GRAMMY Hall Of Fame
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2025

The Recording Academy® has revealed the 2025 inducted recordings to the distinguished GRAMMY Hall Of Fame®. The 2025 GRAMMY Hall Of Fame inducted recordings range from JAY-Z’s Reasonable Doubt to Cat Stevens’ Tea For The Tillerman to Santana’s Supernatural.

Tickets on Sale This Week For THE WIZ in Memphis
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

Tickets for the Memphis engagement of The Wiz will go on sale Wednesday, February 12 at 10am for 8 performances July 22-27. Learn more about the show here!

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Reveals 2025-26 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2025

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra has announced its 2025-26 season.  The season will kick off on September 20 at 8:00 pm with Malofeev Plays Tchaikovsky. Check out the full season lineup here:

54 Below to Celebrate Valentine's Day With Debbie Gibson & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

54 BELOW will celebrate the Valentine’s Day with a line up of shows including Debbie Gibson: Love Songs, The Love Express: A Journey For The Heart, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

See Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis & More in February at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.

THE WIZ North American Tour is Coming to The Hobby Center This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

The Wiz National Tour is coming to the Hobby Center in the spring. The principal cast includes Dana Cimone, making her national tour debut, as Dorothy,  Alan Mingo Jr. Learn more about the tour dates and see how to purchase tickets.

Blu to Present CONFESSIONS OF A LOVER BOY at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

54 BELOW will present Blu in “Confessions of a Loverboy” at 54 Below. Currently of Broadway’s MJ The Musical, Blu Allen—who previously starred in Titanique—will perform in February. Learn more.

Plano Symphony Orchestra Welcomes Alli Mauzey and More To Celebrate Broadway's Best-Known Love Ballads
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025

Maestro Héctor Guzmán and the Plano Symphony Orchestra (PSO) will continue its 2024/2025 Season, New Beginnings, with the concert A Broadway Valentine on Saturday, February 15 at 8:00 PM at the Robinson Fine Arts Center.

54 Below to Celebrate Black History Month With Sapphira Cristál, Joaquina Kalukango & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

54 BELOW wll honor the Black performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Black History Month. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Dana Cimone, Alan Mingo Jr., and More Will Lead National Tour of THE WIZ
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Following its run on Broadway, casting has been announced for the touring production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical THE WIZ. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

Review: Nicole Henry Lifts Spirits With MY FAVORITE THINGS at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 12, 2024

It's a gift, any time Nicole Henry plays New York City, and her latest Christmas show at 54 Below was no exception.

THE CHOIR OF MAN Will Play a Further Season at the Arts Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

The producers of Olivier-nominated international stage sensation THE CHOIR OF MAN have announced that the show will be able to return to its current West End home in 2025.

Pompano Beach Jazz Fest to Showcase Grammy Winners And Rising Stars
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024

Mark your calendars, music lovers! Pompano Beach Arts' Jazz Fest Pompano Beach will return to the City's beautiful shore in January. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE COLOR PURPLE Songwriter Brenda Russell Releases New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

With the release of her latest single, the soulful and sensual romance “You Know What It’s Like,” Brenda Russell makes a triumphant return to the refined classic blend of adult contemporary R&B and urban jazz. Listen to the new single from The Color Purple songwriter now.