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Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - May 5, 2024


Not every Broadway show is a smash. A focus on 14 hidden gems from shows that disappeared too quickly fueled an entertaining evening at 54 Below last Sunday on April 29th. Hosted by Charles Kirsch of Backstage Babble podcast and Robert W. Schneider, the evening was a success.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" April 29 to May 5, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 29, 2024


Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Sheldon Harnick's birthday celebration and Kyle Dunnigan's new hour.

Review: MAKE SOMEONE HAPPY: Cabarets Are Happy Partner Projects for J2 ...at AMT Theater
by Rob Lester - Apr 28, 2024


J2 Spotlight Musical Theater is finishing its run of 'Do Re Mi' this weekend, but set aside a night to have a cabaret evening on the stage at their home base, the AMT Theater on West 45 Street.

Andrew Polec to Perform at Two River's 30th Anniversary Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2024


Celebrate the 30th Anniversary Gala of TWO RIVER THEATER with special entertainment by Andrew Polec. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.

Mare Nostrum Elements to Present 11th Emerging Choreography Series: Flamenco Edition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2024


Mare Nostrum Elements will present the 11th Emerging Choreography Series: Flamenco Edition. Learn more about the series and see how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch Is Celebrating Flops at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 17, 2024


Charles Kirsch's podcast, Backstage Babble, gives a behind the scenes look at Broadway shows and the theater industry. On Monday April 29th at 7 pm, Kirsch will be hosting a special event at 54 Below paying tribute to 14 shows on the iconic “flop wall” at Joe Allen Restaurant with shows including Merrily We Roll Along, Nick and Nora, and Kelly.

Brenda Braxton, Amanda Green & More to Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES JOE ALLEN RESTAURANT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024


54 BELOW will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating the iconic wall of Broadway flop posters at Joe Allen Restaurant. Learn how to purchase tickets.

NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Comes to Theatre Wesleyan This April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024


Theatre Wesleyan has announced Dave Malloy’s Tony Award®-winning musical Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 as the 69th annual spring musical.

Times Square Property Owners Join Support for SL Green Casino Bid
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 30, 2023


One Times Square and Two Times Square, as well as the owners of 5 Times Square, Paramount Building, Soho Properties, Moinian Group, Wharton Properties, RFR, Ian Schrager Company, and Stillman Development have joined in support of the proposal to bring a Caesars Palace Times Square casino to 1515 Broadway. 

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Current Live Standings
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards Voting Update
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW al TEATRO OLIMPICO
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 22, 2023


THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW al TEATRO OLIMPICO CON LE PARTECIPAZIONE SPECIALE DI GREG NEL RUOLO DEL NARRATORE, E' ARRIVATO A ROMA IL PARTY PER FESTEGGIARE I 50 ANNI DEL TRASGRESSIVO MUSICAL

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR al TEATRO OLIMPICO
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 20, 2023


THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW al TEATRO OLIMPICO TOUR ITALIANO PER I 50 ANNI DI THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW CON GREG NEL RUOLO DEL NARRATORE NELL'AMBITO DELLA STAGIONE DELLA ACCADEMIA FILARMONICA ITALIANA

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 7, 2023


THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR

Gerrilyn Sohn To Return To Don't Tell Mama With IF JOE ALLEN'S WALLS COULD SING & OTHER HIDDEN GEMS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2023


Gerrilyn Sohn returns to Don’t Tell Mama with a tribute to Broadway's biggest flops in 'If Joe Allen's Walls Could Sing & Other Hidden Gems'. Directed by Lennie Watts, this show promises to be a unique and entertaining experience.

Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Fourteen - The Historian
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 14, 2023


Today, we return to The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE HISTORIAN.

Joe McFadden Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Tour in Glasgow as 'The Narrator'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2023


Glasgow born actor and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Joe McFadden will join the tour of the legendary, classic smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show for a limited run in his beloved hometown of Glasgow. Learn more about where to catch the show here!

Theatre Wesleyan Will Present Premiere Productions of Original Plays Beginning Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2023


Theatre Wesleyan has announced the continuation of its long-running Playmarket program with the premiere of four original short plays. Playmarket: Premiere Productions of Original Plays will be presented at the Thad Smotherman Theatre at Texas Wesleyan University (1205 Binkley Street, 76105) for one weekend only from Thursday, September 28 through Sunday, October 1.  

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