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Whitney Houston is the only artist to chart seven consecutive No. 1 Billboard hits. Her 1985 debut album Whitney Houston became the best-selling debut album by a woman in history. In 2009, Guinness World Records cited her as the most awarded female act of all time.


Houston is one of pop music's best-selling music artists of all time, with an estimated 200 million records sold worldwide. She released seven studio albums and three movie soundtrack albums, all of which have diamond, multi-platinum, platinum or gold certification. Her hits include 'Saving All My Love,' 'I Wanna Dance with Somebody,' and 'Higher Love.' She appeared in the films 'Waiting to Exhale,' 'The Bodyguard,' and many more.

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The Town Hall Will Honor Lin-Manuel Miranda At 2025 Spring Shout
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 26, 2025

Town Hall will honor award-winning songwriter, actor, director and producer Lin-Manuel Miranda at its inaugural fundraising event and concert, Spring Shout. The evening will gather luminaries from the arts for a night of inspiration, impact, and performances by a concert lineup of entertainers and presenters.
Renée Fleming and More Set for 2025 Princeton Festival Line-Up
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

The Princeton Symphony Orchestra has unveiled its performance line-up for this year's Princeton Festival, New Jersey's premier performing arts festival, taking place June 6-21 on the beautiful grounds of Morven Museum & Garden. Learn more!
Exclusive: 19 Songs by Jonathan Larson That You Probably Don't Know Yet
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 18, 2025

Previews are now underway for The Jonathan Larson Project and fans who have checked out the new musical already have intel on the more than 20 undiscovered songs, as audiences are treated to a brief breakdown as they leave the Orpheum Theatre. BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive, in-depth version of the story behind each song, courtesy of the show's conceiver, Jennifer Ashley Tepper.
Gerónimo Rauch anuncia a los invitados de su próximo concierto en Londres
by Juan Cano - Feb 18, 2025

La gira del álbum Chapter One de Gerónimo Rauch llega a Londres el próximo 6 de marzo a las 19:30 en la emblemática Saint Paul’s Church, mejor conocida como The Actors’ Church. En un anuncio reciente en sus redes sociales, Rauch confirmó que este concierto especial contará con la presencia de Frank Wildhorn como invitado de honor, acompañado por Alfonso Casado al piano y las destacadas voces de Jessie Hart, Sarah O’Connor y John Owen-Jones.
THE VOICE OF WHITNEY Opens at The Town Hall
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

Fans of Whitney Houston traveled from around the country and the world to attend the New York City premiere of The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration, the highly anticipated concert event, this past weekend.
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.
The No Name Pops to Present SHE’S GOT SOUL Featuring Capathia Jenkins
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

Capathia Jenkins will bring her powerhouse voice and stunning presence to She’s Got Soul, the next concert of The No Name Pops, featuring the greatest hits of soul and R&B. Learn more and see how to attend.
Whitney Houston Tribute Comes to the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025

Coming to the Kelly Strayhorn Theater is a tribute concert honoring the unparalleled legacy of Whitney Houston this March. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Interview: CLAYBOURNE ELDER at Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by Melissa Heckscher - Feb 12, 2025

BroadwayWorld talks with 'The Gilded Age' and 'Sunday in the Park with George' actor Claybourne Elder about his nonprofit, City of Strangers, which gives away Broadway tickets to people who can’t afford them.
The Town Hall to Present THE VOICE OF WHITNEY: A Symphonic Celebration on Valentine's Day Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025

The Town Hall will celebrate Houston and the premiere of The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration, conducted by internationally renowned conductor and music director Sean Mayes, featuring Pops of Color. Learn more!
9th Annual Friday Night Sound Waves BACKSTAGE PASS Series is Coming to The LOOP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

Everyone under the sun is invited to join The LOOP for the ultimate backstage pass to iconic music under the stars! Learn more and see how to attend.
The Story Theatre to Present AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN at Raven Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

The Story Theatre will kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest. Learn more.
CONFESSIONS OF A RETIRED WITCH to Debut at The Studio at Mizner Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

D’Jamin Bartlett, the award-winning actress who made her Broadway debut singing “The Miller’s Son” in Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music, will present Confessions of a Retired Witch at The Studio at Mizner Park. Learn how to attend.
Capathia Jenkins Brings SHE'S GOT SOUL! to the Capitol Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra will bring back WSO favorite Capathia Jenkins for She’s Got Soul!, a love letter to the women of soul and R&B. Learn more about the show here!
Stefanie Michaela Releases New Single 'Found in You'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025

After taking a pause from her music career to raise her five children, Stefanie Michaela has made a heartfelt return with her new single, 'Found in You.' Learn more about the new single.
Feature: ARKANSAS THEATRE YEAR IN REVIEW FOR 2024
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 22, 2025

Welcome to my 2024 Broadway World Year in Review. It’s been a busy year, and I’m having a great time. This year I’ve written 174 articles (175 counting this one), which is up 30 articles from last year. Thank you for allowing me into your world and entertaining me.  
Chris Berardo Holds On To Special Moments In “Take A Little Love'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2025

Acclaimed Connecticut-based singer-songwriter Chris Berardo returns with 'Take A Little Love', his third single from his much-anticipated upcoming album Wilder All The Time. Check out the song now.
Capathia Jenkins and the No Name Pops Will Perform SHE'S GOT SOUL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

Capathia Jenkins will bring her powerhouse voice and stunning presence to She’s Got Soul, the next concert of The No Name Pops, featuring the greatest hits of soul and R&B.
DIVAS: TIME AFTER TIME Comes to Florida Studio Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

Florida Studio Theatre will honor trailblazing female artists with Divas: Time After Time, an exciting cabaret celebrating the women who have captivated the world with their dynamic personalities and fierce vocals.
Interview: Kelli O'Hara On Her Upcoming Performance with the LA Opera Orchestra
by Shari Barrett - Jan 16, 2025

Oklahoma native Kelli O'Hara won the 2015 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance as Anna Leonowens in the Lincoln Center Theater revival of The King and I. She then went on to win accolades for reprising the role in London and Tokyo. A frequent performer on PBS's live telecasts, The Kennedy Center Honors, as well as with The New York Philharmonic and The New York Pops, Kelli is now set to perform in Los Angeles on February 1 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. I decided to ask her about her varied career and her decision to perform here.

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