Usher

USHER: RENDEZVOUS IN PARIS Concert Film Coming to Global Cinemas
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2024

USHER: RENDEZVOUS IN PARIS will screen in 2,000 cinemas worldwide, including approximately 1,000 cinemas in the United States. The film will play at AMC and ODEON locations, and many other locations globally.

Lorraine Hansberry Sculpture To Be Permanently Installed At Chicago's Navy Pier
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 26, 2024

A sculpture honoring playwright Lorraine Hansberry will be permanently installed at Chicago's Navy Pier, celebrating her legacy and contributions to American theater.

'Weird Al' Yankovic Is 'Having Conversations' About a Broadway Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 22, 2024

Something a little weird might be hitting Broadway stages at some point in the future. Or, more specifically, someone who's a little weird. In an interview about his newly released single, best-selling artist 'Weird Al' Yankovic told Rolling Stone that a Broadway musical is of potential interest.

'Weird Al' Yankovic Celebrates 10 Years of 'Mandatory Fun' With 'Polkamania!'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 19, 2024

10 years ago this week, “Weird Al” Yankovic released Mandatory Fun, the first comedy album in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard albums chart. Now, in celebration of that unprecedented feat, Yankovic released his new single and video “Polkamania!,” a medley of some of the biggest and most memorable songs of the last decade. Listen to the medley now!

Kaci Kerwick to Brings Debut Solo Comedy Show CONFESSIONS OF AN USHER to Camden Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024

Kaci Kerwick will bring her debut solo comedy show CONFESSIONS OF AN USHER to Camden Fringe, sharing her experiences as a West End usher. Learn how to purchase tickets.

TUTA Theatre Extends ATTEMPTS ON HER LIFE to Late August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

TUTA will present a nine-performance extension of its Midwest Premiere of Martin Crimp’s groundbreaking theatre piece with music ATTEMPTS ON HER LIFE. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular COME ALIVE! to be Presented at The Empress Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular 'COME ALIVE!' announces its new venue at Earls Court, promising an immersive experience with dazzling performances inspired by the hit musical film.

Review: A Dazzling ROCKY HORROR SHOW Ushers in an Overwhelming Feeling of Love at Jobsite Theater
by Drew Eberhard - Jul 14, 2024

Something we knew we always wanted, but unexpected is how much we would need a show like this. Who’d of thought, Rocky Horror in July? If ever there was a truer testament to the old saying, “If you build it, they will come...,” then that would be none other than Jobsite and their production of Richard O’Brien’s titillating cult behemoth The Rocky Horror Show.

TimeLine Theatre Announces FAREWELLINGTON Events On Path To New Home In Uptown
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024

TimeLine Theatre has announced 'FareWellington' events to celebrate its history at 615 W. Wellington Avenue as it prepares to move to a new location in Uptown.

Broadway-Bound ALI Musical Will Premiere in Chicago in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2024

ALI, the new musical celebrating the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali, is set to premiere in Chicago next year, for an out of town run prior to Broadway. We have all of the details on the new musical!

THE BEAR, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More Receive 2024 Astra TV Awards Nominations; See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2024

With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.

Student Blog: My Week at the Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival 2024
by Student Blogger: Grace Schofield - Jul 9, 2024

I always leave feeling so inspired and creatively charged. It is truly a huge blessing and I am so lucky to go to a school where we are encouraged to take part in new work and we are given the opportunities to learn about many different aspects of our industry, and the Lanford Wilson Festival helps us do just that.

Interview: Tony Yazbeck Brings His Tapping Feet & Warm Vocals to ALL GERSHWIN at The Hollywood Bowl
by Gil Kaan - Jul 2, 2024

The first all-Gershwin concert in history Cuban Overture will be re-created July 11, 2024 at the Hollywood Bowl as All-Gershwin.  Former LA Phil Associate Conductor Lionel Bringuier reprises the night with Gershwin’s iconic classical, jazz, and Caribbean rhythms, while celebrating Rhapsody in Blue’s 100th anniversary, The evening will feature the Los Angeles Philharmonic, pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet,   and vocalists Isabel Leonard and Tony Yazbeck. Tony graciously took time to answer a few of my queries.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Playwrights Horizons Layoffs & New Appointments: What's Next?
by Alex Freeman - Jul 1, 2024

New leadership appointments at Playwrights Horizons and Second Stage signal strategic shifts, while a regionally, new managing directors at STAGES and Creede Repertory Theatre promise fresh visions, the RSC's first London Executive Producer aims to expand its influence.

651 Arts Expands Board of Directors to Welcome New Members China Moses and Cynthia Gordy Giwa
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

Brooklyn's premier organization for the African Diasporic performing arts – will welcome two new members to its esteemed Board of Directors: singer, songwriter, producer, and Founder of MadeInChina Productions, China Moses; and writer, filmmaker, and Founder of Black-Owned Brooklyn Cynthia Gordy Giwa.

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Carnegie
by Ana-Brit Asplen - Jun 30, 2024

The anticipation of The Carnegie’s production of The Rocky Horror Show has paid off with its exciting cast, creative designs, and taboo energy. Dusty Ray Bottoms of RuPaul’s Drag Race stars in the iconic role of Frank-N-Furter.

Multi-Platinum Singer-Songwriter JHart Releases Highly Anticipated Single 'Us'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 28, 2024

Multi-platinum singer-songwriter, JHart, releases “Us,” his first single of 2024 out now. Known for his soulful vocals and emotive songwriting, JHart teased the track last week on Instagram with cover art that immediately captivated followers. Listen to the single now!

QPAC Reveals New Chief Executive
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2024

The Queensland Performing Arts Centre has announced Rachel Healy as the next Chief Executive to lead the Queensland institution when John Kotzas AM finishes his term in December this year. 

Virginia Stage Company Hosts Summer Movie Nights At The Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2024

Virginia Stage Company has announced Summer Movie Nights at the Theatre.  Before the start of Season 46, Virginia Stage Company will screen four movies over a couple weeks in August

Interview: Meet the 2024 Jimmy Awards Winners- Damson Chola, Jr. and Gretchen Shope
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 26, 2024

On Monday night, Damson Chola, Jr. and Gretchen Shope's lives changed forever when they were announced the winners of the the 15th Annual Jimmy Awards. Both check in with BroadwayWorld following their big wins!