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THE GREATEST SHOWMAN: Revisiting the Original Movie Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 5, 2025

With the exciting news that The Greatest Showman is premiering in 2026, we are taking a look back at the blockbuster film that inspired the forthcoming stage production.

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN Will Premiere in London in Spring 2026
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 5, 2025

The Greatest Showman, based on the 2017 smash-hit film, will premiere at ATG Entertainment’s Bristol Hippodrome in Spring 2026. The Greatest Showman will be directed and choreographed by two-time Tony® Award-winning Casey Nicholaw.

Lost Nation Theater To Present TUCK EVERYLASTING
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025

Lost Nation Theater will present the TYA adaptation of the Broadway musical, Tuck Everlasting. All your favorite characters from Natalie Babbitt's beloved book are in this enchanting and magical stage adaptation by Claudia Shear & Tim Federle; featuring a score from Chris Miller & Nathan Tysen.

New Music-Driven Live-Action Comedy Series Greenlit at Disney+
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 1, 2024

Disney Branded Television has announced series greenlights for “How We Became the Biggest Band in the World” and “Vampirina” (both working titles), two music-driven, live-action comedies slated to premiere next year on Disney Channel and Disney+.

Inside Broadway Announces Marc Tumminelli as the Nonprofit's New Artistic Consultant
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024

Michael Presser, Founder, President & CEO of Inside Broadway, has announced Marc Tumminelli as the New Artistic Consultant of the nonprofit that has introduced the magic of Broadway to New York City public school students for over four decades.

Bear McCreary Awarded 2024 Music Maestro Award from The Society of Composers & Lyricists and Electronic Arts
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2024

The Society of Composers & Lyricists (SCL) and Electronic Arts Music (EA) have awarded Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning composer Bear McCreary with the 2024 Music Maestro Award, a prestigious honor which is given annually to music creators who have made significant contributions in the advancement of Nashville's media scoring industry.

Meet the Cast of SUNSET BOULEVARD, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2024

The new revival of Sunset Blvd. is currently playing the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Get to know who's who in the cast of the show, led by Nicole Scherzinger.

Photos: Inside Rosie's Theater Kids PASSING IT ON Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024

Photos have been released from this year’s Passing It On Gala which honored writer, director and producer Charles Randolph-Wright. Check out the photos here!

Rosie's Theater Kids Will Present Passing It On Gala, An Evening of Mentorship Honoring Charles Randolph-Wright
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024

Founder Rosie O’Donnell, and Founding Artistic and Executive Director Lori Klinger have announced that Rosie’s Theater Kids will honor writer, director and producer Charles Randolph-Wright at this year’s Passing It On Gala, an evening of performances celebrating 21 years of mentorship.

Photos: First Look at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's QUEEN
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 9, 2024

Two women dream of shattering academia’s glass ceiling and saving the bees in Queen, presented by TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Written by San Jose-born playwright and filmmaker Madhuri Shekar (House of Joy, Amazon/Blumhouse’s Evil Eye, HBO’s “The Nevers”), this topical and engaging work follows Sanam and Ariel, Ph. D. candidates from India and the U.S., as they research the collapse of bee colonies worldwide.

Whoopi Goldberg Invites Sheryl Lee Ralph to Join SISTER ACT 3
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2024

Whoopi Goldberg is recruiting Sheryl Lee Ralph for Sister Act 3. After the Abbott Elementary starred appeared in Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, Goldberg asked her if she'd be willing to come back for a third installment. Sister Act 2 is also celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and Ralph was invited back to The View for a reunion episode.

QUEEN Comes to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024

Two women dream of shattering academia’s glass ceiling and saving the bees in Queen, presented by TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. The show will be presented March 6-31, 2024.

Square Foot Theatre's TUCK EVERLASTING Opens This Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2024

Join the Parade with Square Foot Theatre’s TUCK EVERLASTING, a hit production based on the classic novel by Natalie Babbitt. Follow Winnie Foster as she uncovers a secret in her own woods, alongside the immortal Tuck Family.

Whoopi Goldberg Teases SISTER ACT 3 After Meeting With the Pope
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2023

Whoopi Goldberg is teasing that her absence from The View this week might have something to do with Sister Act 3. The EGOT-winner took to Instagram to share videos from her trip to Rome, revealing that she had met with the Pope while seemingly doing some location-scouting for the film. Watch the video of Goldberg's visit to Rome!

Interview: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE SERIES Showrunner Tim Federle Teases 'Biggest' Season Yet
by Michael Major - Aug 2, 2023

Tim Federle, the showrunner of High School Musical: the Musical: the Series, is teasing the final episodes of the hit Disney+ series. Watch a video interview of Ferderle to discuss bringing musical theatre to Disney+ throughout the show's recent seasons, launching the careers of young performers like Julie Lester and Olivia Rodrigo, and more.

Video: First Look at 'HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 4: THE REUNION' Music Video From Final Season of Disney+ Series
by Michael Major - Jul 25, 2023

A preview of the opening musical number, “High School Reunion,” is a high-energy pop anthem performed by franchise alumni Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Lucas Grabeel and Kaycee Stroh and features series regulars Sofia Wylie and Matthew Sato. Watch the new music video now!

Video: Watch the HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES Season Three Trailer With Corbin Bleu, Julia Lester & More
by Michael Major - Jul 12, 2023

The fourth season stars an ensemble cast of Wildcats including Joshua Bassett (“Ricky”), Julia Lester (“Ashlyn”), Kate Reinders (“Miss Jenn”). “High School Musical” franchise alumni Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Lucas Grabeel, Bart Johnson, Alyson Reed and Kaycee Stroh also return to their iconic roles. Watch the video trailer now!

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE SERIES to End With Season Four Featuring Julia Lester, Corbin Bleu & More
by Michael Major - Jun 21, 2023

The “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Wildcats will take their final bow this summer. Watch the new teaser trailer video, which features a first look at the original High School Musical stars like Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, and more joining Julia Lester and Joshua Bassett to film the fictional High School Musical 4 at East High.

Photos: Original HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL Cast Reunites For Season Four of Disney+ Series
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2023

Disney+ has released first look photos from the new season of High School Musical: the Musical: the Series, which will feature members of the original cast of the hit film reuniting. Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Lucas Grabeel, Bart Johnson, Alyson Reed and Kaycee Stroh will join Julia Lester, Kate Reinders, Joshua Basset, and more for the season.

TUCK EVERLASTING Opens at First Act Theatre Arts This Week
by Blair Ingenthron - May 7, 2023

With less than a week away First Act Theatre Arts is getting ready to welcome audiences into the world of Tuck Everlasting. Originally to be produced in their spring 2020 season and cancelled due to the pandemic, First Act will finally bring this story to life.