CLYDE'S By Lynn Nottage Published by TCG Books
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024
Discover the latest release from TCG Books, CLYDE’S by Lynn Nottage, exploring themes of redemption and resilience in a gripping new narrative. Learn how to purchase.
Texas Performing Arts Announces 2024/2025 Season
by Joni Lorraine - May 21, 2024
Texas Performing Arts is the professional arts presenting and producing program of The University of Texas at Austin. It is one of the largest and most active university-based performing arts centers in the U.S. Texas Performing Arts is an anchor institution in Austin’s arts, cultural, and entertainment landscape and operates venues on the UT campus including Austin’s largest theatre, the newly renovated Bass Concert Hall.
Wayne Brady to Depart THE WIZ, Alan Mingo Jr. Will Return to the Title Role
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024
Alan Mingo Jr. will return to the title role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway beginning Thursday, June 13, 2024. Five-time Emmy winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady will play his final performance in the role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
Video: Watch the Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'Ease On Down the Road' on THE TODAY SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - May 17, 2024
As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'Ease on Down the Road' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Nichelle Lewis, who is playing Dorothy, discussed The Wiz with TODAY's Hoda Katb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!
Video: Watch the Touring Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Perform 'Beat It' on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2024
The cast of the national tour of MJ the Musical stopped by The Jennifer Hudson Show on Wednesday to perform the classic hit Beat It from the show. Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/ Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and Signature Sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. Watch the performance now!
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - May 16, 2024
Minneapolis, Minnesota witnessed the electrifying presence of the King of Pop as the Orpheum Theatre welcomed the national tour of 'MJ the Musical,' running until May 26, 2024. This multi-Tony Award-winning production offers a captivating portrayal of the legendary Michael Jackson's life and legacy.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Doing The Hee-Hee Show with Sarah Sigman
by Jayke Workman - May 12, 2024
In this video, I am joined by performer Sarah Sigman to talk about her work in the theater, including her current position as a Swing in MJ The Musical on Broadway! Sarah shares about the highs and lows of being a Broadway Swing, and her experience of being a dance captain for On Your Feet! at The MUNY.
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at KC Music Hall
by Alan Portner - May 8, 2024
Michael is Roman Banks with a spot-on almost miraculous personification of the Ing of Pop. The dancing, the voice, the persona. They are all there. Banks offers a remarkable performance.
Video: Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at THE WIZ on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024
On Friday, The Today Show visited The Wiz on Broadway for a special behind-the-scenes look at the revival of the classic musical. In the interview, Wayne Brady, who plays The Wiz, talked about the formative experience of watching the 1978 film with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. Nichelle Lewis is making her Broadway debut in the production and recalls the creative team finding her through TikTok. Watch the full interview now!