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Playwright and Cartoonist Jules Feiffer Passes Away at 95
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Jules Feiffer, the cartoonist and playwright, has passed away at 95 from congestive heart failure. He is survived by his wife JZ Holden.

Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque Adds Additional Dates to 'Too Much To Say' Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2025

Chart-topping and multi-platinum recording artist, actress and New York Times Best Selling author, Joanna “JoJo” Levesque has added additional headline dates to her Too Much To Say tour.

BWW Q&A: Jodi Benson on GYPSY at OFC Creations Theatre Center
by Joshua Wright - Jan 7, 2025

Gypsy continues OFC’s 2024-2025 Broadway In Brighton Series with a focus on bringing beloved shows and stories of heroes of generations to the stage, many that are not typically performed in Rochester. The series also includes Anything Goes and closing out the 2024-2025 season will be the hugely popular Jersey Boys, produced locally for the first time.

Brad Williams Brings His New Comedy Tour to Thousand Oaks
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2024

Comedian Brad Williams will bring The Growth Show Tour to the Fred Kavli Theater in August 2025. Learn more about the upcoming performance and find out how to get tickets here!

Comedian Margaret Cho Drops New Single 'Lucky Gift' from Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 6, 2024

Margaret Cho has returned with new music. The comedian/actress/singer has announced she will release a brand new album in 2025 with the first single and title track, “Lucky Gift” available now.

Carnegie Deli and Temple Bar Team Up for Retro NY Experience 'Deli After Dark'
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 30, 2024

Carnegie Deli, the legendary Jewish delicatessen that first opened its doors in 1937, and Temple Bar, the landmark NoHo bar renowned for hosting a vibrant artistic scene in the 1980s and 1990s, will present 'Deli After Dark.'

SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY Sets Streaming Debut
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 26, 2024

SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY, directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui (“McQueen”), debuts SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 (8:00-9:45 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.

Exclusive: How John Lithgow's SPELLBOUND Role Expanded With a Showstopping Musical Number
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

BroadwayWorld sat down with John Lithgow to discuss voicing the character of Minister Bolinar in Spellbound, how his role in the film grew over time, and why children are the best audience members.

Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque to Release EP 'NGL' in 2025; Shares New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 20, 2024

Joanna “JoJo” Levesque is set to release her new EP NGL on January 24, 2025. In conjunction, JoJo premieres her latest track ”Too Much To Say”, masterfully blending R&B and pop with emotional depth. Listen to it here!

Tituss Burgess & More to Perform at Universal Preservation Hall This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Discover upcoming performances at UPH featuring magicians, Broadway stars, and jazz musicians. Experience a diverse lineup of talent in Saratoga Springs, offering something for every entertainment enthusiast. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Jennifer Holliday & More to Perform With The San Francisco Symphony This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2024

The San Francisco Symphony’s 2024 holiday season, December 1–21, will feature a festive lineup of programs, including performances of traditional Christmas classical music, family-friendly events and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Brad Williams, Amy Grant, and Lorrie Morgan Come to the Jefferson Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Jefferson Performing Arts Center will host three nationally touring performers in November, from comedy to country and Christian music. Performers will include Brad Williams, Amy Grant, and Lorrie Morgan. Learn where to catch one of these performances here!

Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque Debuts Reimagined Version of 'Porcelain'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2024

Joanna “JoJo” Levesque has debuted a reimagined version of her new single “Porcelain.' This reimagined take emphasizes JoJo's vocal range and emotional depth, allowing listeners to connect with the song on a more intimate level. Listen to it now!

Peter Fogel's TIL DEATH DO US PART… YOU FIRST Headlines Valentine's Day Week In South Florida
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2024

Celebrate Valentine's Day with Peter Fogel's comedic show TIL DEATH DO US PART... YOU FIRST, directed by Chazz Palminteri. Catch performances in South Florida on February 9 and 14.

INSIDE COMEDY Season 4 to Receive International Broadcast
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2024

Clay Epstein’s Film Mode Entertainment has announced the resurgence of the renowned comedy series, Inside Comedy which aired to critical acclaim starting on Showtime in 2012 and ran for four consecutive seasons.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra And Music Director Radu Paponiu Kick Off First Season Together In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024

The SF Symphony Youth Orchestra announced Radu Paponiu as the new Wattis Foundation Music Director for the 2024–25 season, marking a new chapter in the orchestra's leadership.

Review: CLUE at The Belmont Theatre
by Jason Davis - Oct 22, 2024

Get ready to laugh out loud! Clue, the latest offering from The Belmonte Theatre in York, PA, is always a hilarious hit, and this production is no exception. With a witty and ridiculous script that keeps audiences guessing, the talented cast elevates the already comedic material into a riotous evening of theater.

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE is Sure to Deliver the Laughs at Broadway Sacramento
by Courtney Symes - Oct 10, 2024

I’ve just found the new definition of fun, and it’s Mrs. Doubtfire. Broadway Sacramento continues its season of excellence with director Jerry Zaks’s comedy based on the 1993 film that starred Robin Williams. It had a limited run on Broadway immediately before and following the pandemic, but enjoyed renewed success in London in 2023. Its score by Wayne and Karey Kirkpatrick (Something Rotten) was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award in 2022. This show is just what we didn’t know we needed – lighthearted hilarity with a touch of nostalgia and feeling. It’s a recipe even Mrs. Doubtfire can’t mess up.

Interview: Giovanna Sardelli of KING JAMES at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Jim Munson - Oct 7, 2024

BroadwayWorld talks to Giovanna Sardelli about directing the regional premiere of Rajiv Joseph's 'King James.' The funny and moving story of an enduring and emotionally fraught friendship between two very different basketball fans runs October 7th through November 1st in MountainView.

Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque Returns With New Single 'Porcelain'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 2, 2024

Following the success of her candid memoir OVER THE INFLUENCE, chart-topping and multi-platinum recording artist, actress and New York Times Best Selling author Joanna “JoJo” Levesque returns with a brand-new single, “Porcelain.'

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