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Opens: January 29, 2025
Closing: February 22, 2025
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A new Jazz musical based on Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”



What does it take for a woman to make it in a man’s world?



Meet Vy, a talented songwriter looking to make it big in the 1940’s Harlem scene. She quickly learns from her uncle Jester that women will never be taken seriously in a man’s world. But, like many a strong hero, she refuses to accept defeat. Through her gender fluid cunning, she meets club owner The Duke and sensational nightclub singer Lady Liv and is swept up in a syncopated symphony of melodies, mistaken identities and romance. Who will come out on top?



Play On! is set in the jazz scene of New York’s Cotton Club. This stylish retelling of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, directed by Talawa’s Artistic Director Michael Buffong (A Kind of People, Royal Court; All My Sons, Talawa and Royal Exchange) fuses the thrilling music of Duke Ellington with street dance choreography.



Prepare to be wowed by this musical spectacular that will have your toes tapping and hands clapping along with the timeless soundtrack.



Accessible Performances: Wednesday 12 February, 2.30pm – Chilled Environment Performance. Thursday 13 February, 7.30pm – Open Captioned Performance. Saturday 15 February, 2.30pm – Audio Described Performance. Monday 17 February, 7.30pm – BSL Interpreted Performance


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Pittsburgh Public Theater Reveals 50th Anniversary Titles and Programs For 2024/2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024


Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced its lineup of mainstage productions and vital off-stage programming for its 50th anniversary season. Learn more about the season lineup here!

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by Jarrod Michael - Mar 22, 2024


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by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024


St. Ann’s Warehouse will continue a season of major international works with the U.S. premiere of Gillian Slovo’s Grenfell: in the words of survivors.

Student Blog: A Big Guide to Making a Musical Theatre Audition Book
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - Mar 23, 2024


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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 21, 2024
by - Mar 21, 2024


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by Sidney Paterra - Mar 22, 2024


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Photos: Meet the Company of MOTHER PLAY on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2024


Next up from Second Stage Theater is the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play! The cast and creative team met the press yesterday, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!

KING JAMES Extended for One Week at The Old Globe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024


The Old Globe will present a one-week extension for King James. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE PIANO LESSON Broadway Revival Officially Recoups
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024


The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson which concluded its Broadway engagement on January 29, 2023, has officially recouped its investment.

TATYANA Drops Title Track From 'It's Over' Album
by Michael Major - Mar 18, 2024


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Eric Lindell, Kathleen Edwards, Ruthie Foster, and Martin Barre Come to The Spire Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2024


The Spire Center for Performing Arts has announced new shows including New Orleans roots rocker Eric Lindell on May 25, Canadian singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards on June 22, and Grammy nominee Ruthie Foster on August 2. Learn more about the full lineup here!

ON CATS AND DOGS AND OTHER FAMILY REVELATIONS to Play 2024 New York City Fringe Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 16, 2024


For a limited time only, independent artist Ella Veres will present On Cats and Dogs and Other Family Revelations. The production is part of the 2024 New York City Fringe Festival with FRIGID New York at the 14Y Theater.

Playwright Aleshea Harris Wins the 2023 Kesselring Prize for Playwriting
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024


Explore the latest news from the National Arts Club regarding the Kesselring Prize. Stay updated on the details of the award and its significance in the world of Broadway.

CORIOLANUS to be Presented at Portland Center Stage This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2024


From April 20 through May 19, 2024, Shakespeare’s study of political power and folly, Coriolanus, takes the stage at Portland Center Stage. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Buck Creek Players to Present BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2024


Buck Creek Players will continue their 50th season with this play on BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE on the mainstage. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!

Globus X A.D.A.M. Release Debut Album 'Unforgiven'
by Michael Major - Mar 15, 2024


Explore the cinematic debut album, UNFORGIVEN, by Globus x A.D.A.M., a unique blend of music and storytelling that promises to captivate listeners. The album features 11 tracks that tell the story and follow the journey of the anti-hero character, known as A.D.A.M., as he claws his way toward love and redemption.

THE NOTEBOOK on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 15, 2024


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about The Notebook on Broadway.

Photos: Susie Clausen 'Saxy Susie' Don't Tell Mama
by Kevin Alvey - Mar 14, 2024


Susie Clausen brings the newest version of 'Saxy Susie' to the stage at Don't Tell Mama. Ms. Clausen takes her passion for the saxophone and singing and updated a charming and ebullient act with some clever new tunes. Directed, written, & arranged by Marilyn Maye. Musicians: David Pearl, Tom Hubbard, Pete Smith, Daniel Glass, & Dan Gross.

Up on the Marquee: MOTHER PLAY
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 15, 2024


Next up from Second Stage Theater is the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play, directed by Tina Landau. Check out photos for the Broadway marquee here!

Up on the Marquee: APPROPRIATE Moves to the Belasco Theatre
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 15, 2024


The critically-acclaimed Second Stage Theater production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Appropriate, directed by Lila Neugebauer and starring Sarah Paulson, is transferring to the Belasco Theater. Check out photos of the new marquee!

National Asian American Theatre Co. Announces New National Partners and Upcoming Productions for 2024-'25
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2024


NAATCO partners with new organizations to increase Asian American representation in the arts and has announced upcoming Off-Broadway productions.

André De Shields Will Headline Hartford Stage's 60th Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2024


Hartford Stage’s 60th anniversary gala, “Diamonds & Decades,” will feature a performance with the legendary Tony, Grammy, and Emmy-winning André De Shields.

Photos: First Look at OPENING NIGHT Starring Sheridan Smith
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024


All new photos have been released from the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT, a new musical with book by Ivo Van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith. Check out the photos here!

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