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Seattle Theatre Group Presents Two World Premiere Plays This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


The world premiere of Leviticus or Love and to walk amongst HUMANS (Book I), a new work by dani tirell and The Congregation commissioned by Seattle Theatre Group (STG), will play for two performances only at the Moore Theatre on April 20 and 21.

See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. & STOMP Join 24-25 Broadway in Toledo Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Two Season Add-On productions will join the 24–25 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Musical Director Joseph Thalken Playing A LIFE IN NOTES with Patti LuPone
by Gil Kaan - Apr 1, 2024


Broadway legend Patti LuPone performs her first solo show A Life in Notes with the LA Opera April 20, 2024, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Patti’s long-time musical director Joseph Thalken took some time between their second and third tour stops (respectively, Morristown, New Jersey’s Mayo Performing Arts Center and Houston, Texas’ Hobby Center for the Performing Arts) to answer a few of my queries.

92NY to Present COTTON: Denyce Graves, Mezzo-Soprano And Justin Austin, Baritone
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Join the 92nd Street Y for COTTON: Denyce Graves, mezzo-soprano and Justin Austin, baritone. See when you can catch the performance and learn how to purchase tickets.

Stella Cole, Chad LB Quartet, and More Take the Stage At Birdland In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2024


Get all the details about the upcoming jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running April 1st - April 14th.

54 SINGS SONGS FOR CHANGE to be Presented in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024


54 BELOW will present 54 Sings Songs for Change on Monday, April  15th at 9:30pm, with a livestream option offered at 9:45pm ET. Learn how to purchase tickets.

BEAUTIFUL, THE LEHMAN TRILOGY & More Lead Philadelphia's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2024


Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Beautiful, The Lehman Trilogy, and more!

Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles to Present SOLID GOLD: Aretha, Dionne, & Whitney
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will present the final concert of Season 45, SOLID GOLD: Aretha, Dionne, & Whitney. See the performance date and learn how to purchase tickets.

Matthew Jordan Smith Honors The Late Aretha Franklin With New Coffee Table Book
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024


Celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith releases ARETHA COOL: THE INTIMATE PORTRAITS, a coffee table book honoring Aretha Franklin. The 256-page book showcases her musical genius and cultural influence from 2005 to 2018. The photographs illustrate the musical genius of The Queen of Soul.

Ken Ludwig World Premiere & More Set for Asolo Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024


Asolo Repertory Theatre, has revealed its 2024-2025 season. See the full lineup of plays and learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Composer and Keyboard Player Peter Calandra Releases New Improvised Piano Album 'SPIRIT'
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 20, 2024


Broadway composer and keyboard player Peter Calandra has announced the release of his new album, 'Spirit.'

LES MISERABLES, THE CHER SHOW & More Set for 24-25 Broadway in South Bend Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024


The 24–25 Season for the Morris Performing Arts Center has been revealed! See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Go Inside NYTW's 2024 Gala Honoring Liesl Tommy
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 19, 2024


New York Theatre Workshop hosted its 2024 Gala, honoring theater and film visionary Liesl Tommy. The evening’s program was hosted by Nicole Ari Parker, directed by Kevin Cahoon, and feature musical direction by Rick Hip-Flores.

Review: Carole Bufford Sings the Hits of the Fearless Females of the 1960's at 54 Below
by Sharon Ellman - Mar 17, 2024


This reviewer was completely overwhelmed by Carole Bufford’s resounding voice at her YOU DON’T OWN ME - THE FEARLESS FEMALES OF THE 1960’s show on March 14, 2024.

Cast Set For the European Premiere of PASSING STRANGE at the Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2024


The Young Vic Theatre has announced casting for the European premiere of the electrifying Tony, Drama Desk and Critics Circle Award-winning rock musical Passing Strange.

The Marsh Adds Free Performances of THE WAITING PERIOD This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024


Continuing the effort of suicide prevention and hitting the milestone of 10 years of without-charge performances to the public, The Marsh has added free performances of The Waiting Period. Learn more about the show.

Video: Watch Jesse Palmer & Shaun Robinson on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2024


Catch the latest episode of THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW featuring guests Jesse Palmer and Shaun Robinson. Get the inside scoop on their careers, personal lives, and more. “The Bachelor” host shares an update on his family, calling his wife Emily, newborn daughter Ella, and their pet dog his “entire world.” Watch videos now!

Colbie Caillat, Foreigner & More Set for Tuacahn Spring Concert Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2024


Featuring a combination of original musicians and tribute artists, the 2024 Tuacahn Spring Concert Series will soon be in full swing. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

MARC MARON: ALL IN Comes to Boulder Theater in October
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024


Comedy Works Entertainment will welcome MARC MARON: ALL IN coming to Boulder Theater on Saturday, October 19th at 7:00pm.

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