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Video: Kara Young Is Coming for Her Tony Award

Did you know that with her Tony nomination for Purlie Victorious, Kara Young has become the fourth actress to be nominated for Tony Awards in three consecutive years and the first African American actress to be nominated three times in a row in any category? In this video, watch as she chats more about the incredible impact of this play, why being a part of it meant so much to her, and so much more!

The ASCAP Foundation Names Recipients of the 2024 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards

The ASCAP Foundation has revealed the recipients of the 2024 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards, recognizing talented young composers for their outstanding achievements in music composition. Learn more about the recipients!

92NY Reveals Theater for Young Audiences Programming and Musical Theater Classes this Summer

92NY has announced its July Theater for Young Audiences event,  JUNIE B'S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL.

Photos: Actors' Playhouse And The Children's Trust Announce Winners Of The 2024 Young Talent Big Dreams Competition

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre and The Children’s Trust have announced the 2024 winners of Young Talent Big Dreams, the most widespread, local FREE youth talent competition in Miami-Dade County. See photos from the show below.

Lee Wilson's New Memoir I DANCED ON BROADWAY to be Released This Fall

Lee Wilson's memoir 'I Danced on Broadway' shares her experiences dancing in hits and flops, and stories about theatre legends. Learn how to purchase.

Bergen County Musician Named One of the World's Top Young Violinists

Elli Choi of Tenafly, NJ earned Third Prize in Brussels, Belgium over the weekend at the Queen Elisabeth Competition, considered the most formidable violin competition in the world, not only for its endurance factor but for its challenging route to the judges’ final decisions.

Review: DONNIE LEE STRICKLAND at Brookstock Events

We here at Broadway World love to celebrate, and this time it was my birthday. So what did I do to party? I went to Brookstock Events’ Open House in Dover Saturday, May 25, to check out their venue and to see my friend DONNIE LEE STRICKLAND perform for the attendees, and we all had the best time. With free hot dogs, water, friends and the whole place singing happy birthday to me, there was no better way to celebrate. 

Review: LEONA MITCHELL RETURNS TO NEW YORK at Theater Of St. Jean

When a legendary diva, one of the great voices of the 20th century, announces her return to the New York stage after an absence of two decades, fans are generally overjoyed – at first – then curious – then trepidatious – finally, hopeful that the return will be a success. 

Lee Wilkof Developing Short Film Based on His Life

Lee Wilkof, who played Seymour in the original Off-Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors, is currently developing a short film called Teenage Waistband. The film is based on Wilkof's own experiences, with the goal of illuminating the racial disparity in America in the 1960's. Teenage Waistband is being funded by donors on Kickstarter and, as of May 29, has reached its campaign goal.

Amos Lee Shares New Song 'Beautiful Day' About Self-Acceptance

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Amos Lee shares 'Beautiful Day,' a deeply personal song about self-acceptance and anxiety from his much-anticipated new album, Transmissions, due out Friday, August 9. Transmissions is Lee's 11th studio album and first new collection of original songs in more than two years. Listen to the new song!

Young People's Chorus of New York City Will Perform Spring Celebration Concert

The Young People’s Chorus of New York City will come alive in the key of love for its annual Spring Celebration Concert. The performance will be held at the historic United Palace on Sunday, June 2 at 5:00 p.m. 

Registration Now Open for Centenary Stage Company's Young Performers Workshop

Centenary Stage Company's Young Performers Workshop opens registration for its Summer 2024 Musical Theatre Intensive. Learn how to apply!

Horizon Theatre To Host 26th Annual New South Young Playwrights Festival

Horizon Theatre in Atlanta will host the 26th Annual New South Young Playwrights Festival from June 2-8. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Chicago's The Connecting Routes Project Travels on Amtrak to Bloomington-Normal to Bring Free Theater for the Very Young

Presented in partnership with The Connecting Routes Project and Illinois Art Station, Kerfuffle's The Conductors will tour on Amtrak from Chicago to present two free performances and a creative drama workshop at organizations across Bloomington-Normal on June 4, 2024.

Blank Theatre's Young Playwrights Festival Reveals Winners

Now celebrating its 32nd anniversary year, The Blank Theatre’s Nationwide Young Playwrights Festival (YPF) has chosen 12 plays by playwrights aged 15–19 from nine different states.

Euan Kemp Wins Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer Of The Year 2024

Euan Kemp, 17-year-old Saxophonist from East Dunbartonshire, wins prestigious nation-wide competition, Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year 2024.

Playhouse On Park To Host Young Professionals Night In Conjunction with Production of TONI STONE

Playhouse on Park will host a Young Professionals Night alongside the Connecticut premiere of TONI STONE, offering a unique networking opportunity and an engaging theatrical experience.

Three Films From Lee Grant to be Re-Released to Theatres This Summer by Hope Runs High

Three films by Academy Award-winning actor/director Lee Grant have been restored and are being re-released to theatres this summer by Hope Runs High. Learn where to watch!

Chelsea Music Festival to Present Live Album Performance Of MIDSUMMER NIGHT MAGIC by The Lee Trio

Chelsea Music Festival will present the live album performance of MIDSUMMER NIGHT MAGIC by The Lee Trio. Learn more!

Video: Watch Music Video for October Drift Single 'Blame The Young'

‘Blame The Young’ is a visceral rock track about standing up against denial, be that on a personal level or seen in the wider spectrum of society. The new video captures their high-energy passionate performances and has been filmed in their rehearsal room and studio in Somerset. Watch the video now!