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John-a-Dreams 1895

Opened: March 18, 1895

John-a-Dreams - 1895 Broadway History , Info & More

Empire Theatre
1430 Broadway (40th & 41st) New York, NY


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Cast Set for HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A NEW MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2024


From the same creative team as JABARI DREAMS OF FREEDOM, HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, book by Nambi E. Kelley with lyrics, composition, and music direction by Joe Plummer, directed by Daniel Carlton, will tour. Learn how to purchase tickets.

NUTCRACKER, A JOHN LEGEND CHRISTMAS Announced for the Holidays At The Fox Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024


The Fox Theatre in Atlanta has announced a lineup of holiday events, featuring festive performances and activities. Discover the seasonal offerings and plan your visit.

Melissa Errico & John Cariani Complete the Cast of MARRY ME A LITTLE Benefit at Keen Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2024


KEEN COMPANY has revealed the complete cast for their starry, one-night-only benefit concert of Stephen Sondheim’s Marry Me a Little which will take place at Peter Norton Symphony Space. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: CHINATOWN DREAMS at Joe's Pub Is a Seamless Blend of Styles
by Lydia Singer - Oct 30, 2024


Stephanie Chou, the composer, saxophonist, and singer, is back with a new show entitled Chinatown Dreams. The 10/23 show stayed creative and mesmerizing throughout, as it traversed sounds both old and new.

The El Capitan Theatre to Present MUSIC BY JOHN WILLIAMS In A Limited Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024


Experience the West Coast exclusive of MUSIC BY JOHN WILLIAMS at The El Capitan Theatre. This limited engagement celebrates the iconic film scores of the legendary composer. Learn how to purchase tickets.

CHRISTMAS DREAMS llega a Madrid para celebrar las fiestas
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Oct 11, 2024


El próximo 23 de noviembre el Teatro Calderón acogerá el estreno de CHRISTMAS DREAMS, un musical navideño original que hará las delicias de toda la familia.

John Legend Brings A JOHN LEGEND CHRISTMAS to the Fox Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024


John Legend will perform a special holiday show, “A John Legend Christmas” at the Fox Theatre for one night only on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at 8 p.m. 

John Lithgow Hopes Roald Dahl Play GIANT Will Have a Run in America
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024


In a new interview John Lithgow has revealed that he hopes Giant, the play about Roald Dahl in which Lithgow stars in the West End, will cross the pond and have a run in America.

bergenPAC Presents A BRONX TALE, John Lodge, and Great American Soulbook
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024


bergenPAC announced upcoming shows including A BRONX TALE, John Lodge, and GREAT AMERICAN SOULBOOK. Tickets are now available for these performances, offering a variety of entertainment options.

Guest Blog: 'How do you create a 24-hour interactive immersive show where the guests can do anything?': Lemon Difficult's Laura Langrish on Key Of Dreams
by Guest Author - Sep 20, 2024


Immersive theatre comes in all shapes and sizes. The Key Of Dreams from Lemon Difficult is a 24-hour experience which invites guests to explore a 17th century manor house filled with mysteries revealed through stories, puzzles and a cast of intriguing characters. How, though, does Lemon Difficult prepare actors for a role in this kind of production? Lead writer Laura Langrish fills us in.

BACK HOME AGAIN: A TRIBUTE TO JOHN DENVER Announced At Raue Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024


Raue Center has announced a tribute concert to John Denver, featuring his greatest hits.

Possum Point Players To Hold Auditions For John Jakes Adaptation Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2024


Possum Point Players will hold auditions for John Jakes' adaptation of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. The community theater group invites actors of all ages to participate. Learn more about how to attend auditions.

John O'Hurley to Star in PETER PAN & TINKER BELL: A PIRATE'S CHRISTMAS at 5-Star Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024


Lythgoe Family Panto will be making a return to the Los Angeles area with JOHN O’HURLEY starring as “Captain Hook” in PETER PAN AND TINKER BELL: A PIRATE’S CHRISTMAS. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Q&A: EDINBURGH 2024: Meg Chizek on HOW TO GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS
by Kat Mokrynski - Aug 17, 2024


BWW caught up with Meg Chizek about bringing How to Give Up on Your Dreams to the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

DAYDREAM: A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF JOHN HOGLUND Announced At Pangea
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024


Enjoy a special evening of music and memories in tribute to Cabaret reviewer, the late John Hoglund on September 27, 2023 at Pangea NYC.

Salisha Thomas Brings A DECADE OF DREAMS to Chelsea Table and Stage
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024


Broadway's rising star Salisha Thomas will bring her solo cabaret, “A Decade of Dreams: Still Waiting for My Tony,” to Chelsea Table and Stage for one night only on Monday, October 14, 2024 at 7pm.

Guitar Legend Liona Boyd Shares Reimagined 'Summer Dreams' Duet With Olivia Newton-John
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 7, 2024


Canadian guitar icon Liona Boyd has shared a reimaged version of her 2013 'Summer Dreams' duet with the late Olivia Newton-John. The new version features a larger soundstage and more heavily features Newton-John's vocals. Listen to it now.

Legacy Theatre to Present SWEET DREAMS: A BEDTIME STORY COMES TO LIFE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024


Legacy Theatre's 2024 Family Series presents 'Sweet Dreams: A Bedtime Story Comes to Life'. Join a young girl on a magical journey with enchanting creatures and captivating adventures. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Make-A-Wish Teen's Broadway Dreams Come True When She Makes Her Debut in BACK TO THE FUTURE
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 31, 2024


Just last week, BACK TO THE FUTURE on Broadway helped the Make-a-Wish Foundation (Make-A-Wish® Metro New York) grant a wish to Sasha Saynor, a Texas girl affected by Ovarian cancer. Watch in this video!

John Simm to Star as Ebenezer Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024


John Simm will take on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in Matthew Warchus’ beloved production of A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne at The Old Vic. Learn how to purchase tickets.

El Museo De Arte Moderno Llama Al Público A Crear Poemas Inspirados En Los Motivos Artísticos Del Pintor John Golding
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024


En el marco de la exposición John Golding: De México a Londres se llevará a cabo el 3er Slam de poesía Anatomías del color, el viernes 19 de julio a las 13:00 h en el Museo de Arte Moderno (MAM) del Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal).

Carmen Cusack, Nik Walker & John Behlmann to Lead BULL DURHAM, A NEW MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2024


Carmen Cusack and Nik Walker will star in the upcoming production of 'Bull Durham, A New Musical' at Theatre Raleigh. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH EXPERIENCE: A John Denver Christmas Comes to the Aronoff Center
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024


Feel a little sunshine on your shoulders this holiday season when Rocky Mountain High Experience®: A John Denver Christmas starring Rick Schuler plays the Aronoff Center’s intimate Jarson-Kaplan Theater on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM.

Review: 10,000 DREAMS: A CELEBRATION OF ASIAN CHOREOGRAPHY, PROGRAM B at Kennedy Center
by Michela Dwyer - Jun 28, 2024


What did our critic think of 10,000 DREAMS: A CELEBRATION OF ASIAN CHOREOGRAPHY, PROGRAM B at Kennedy Center?

Review: 10,000 DREAMS DANCE FESTIVAL - PROGRAM A at The Kennedy Center
by Emily Berger - Jun 23, 2024


This festival includes performances by Ballet West, Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company, Goh Ballet featuring dancers from the National Ballet of China, Houston Ballet. Pacific Northwest Ballet, Singapore Ballet, and The Washington Ballet.

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