BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions
by BWW UK Critics - Apr 10, 2024
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
Interview: Local Spotlight on Emmy Award-Winning News Anchor Tracy Kornet
by Carolan Trbovich - Apr 9, 2024
BroadwayWorld readers know the theater is blessed with talented people who not only perform on the stage but also manage operations behind the scenes. From tech crews, producers, directors, and writers, to publishers, instructors, and dramaturgs, these folks have their own “stage presence” that leans toward the creative side of this craft.
Interview: Theatre Life with the Creative Team of PENELOPE
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 5, 2024
Today’s subjects Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz are currently living their theatre lives as the creative team for the DC premeire of Signature Theatre’s latest piece of musical greatness Penelope. The Greek myth inspired solo performer musical runs through April 28th in Signature’s ARK space.
I WISH MY LIFE WERE LIKE A MUSICAL to Launch UK & Ireland Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024
Following critically acclaimed seasons at Wilton’s Music Hall and several Edinburgh Festival Fringes, James Seabright will present the debut UK and Ireland tour of Alexander S. Bermange’s I Wish My Life Were Like a Musical.
Interview: Jessica Lynn Johnson on Directing the 31st Annual LOS ANGELES WOMEN'S THEATRE FESTIVAL
by Shari Barrett - Mar 26, 2024
Founded in 1993 by Adilah Barnes and Miriam Reed, the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival holds the distinction of being the oldest Annual Solo Festival in Los Angeles celebrating powerful women performers. The 31st annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival, directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson, has a roster of accomplished co-hosts as well as performers during its six programs March 28-31, beginning with a Gala on Thursday night. I decided to speak with Jessica to find out more about the event and the honor being bestowed upon her at the event’s Gala.
Kwame Kwei-Armah Will Step Down From the Young Vic; Final Season Lineup Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2024
Kwame Kwei-Armah has announced his final season at the Young Vic Theatre. His final production as Young Vic Artistic Director will be the world premiere of A Face in the Crowd, a new production based on the classic ‘50s Hollywood film, with music and lyrics by Elvis Costello and book by Sarah Ruhl. Learn more here!
Find Out Who Won at the 2024 GRAMMYS - Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2024
Find out who won at the GRAMMYs. Notable winners include Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, SZA, Fred Again.., Shucked songwriter Brandy Clark, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Kylie Minogue, Billie Eilish for the Barbie soundtrack, and more.
Rachel Chinouriri Announces Debut Album 'What a Devastating Turn of Events'
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2024
Rachel Chinouriri announces her debut album 'What a Devastating Turn of Events' with the release of her new single 'Never Need Me' and a video featuring Florence Pugh. Following the album's lead single “The Hills,” Rachel has also shared the soaring indie pop anthem “Never Need Me,” a bittersweet and empowering ode to putting yourself first.
UMI Unveils 'Wherever U R' With V of BTS
by Michael Major - Jan 2, 2024
Visionary R&B singer-songwriter UMI releases “wherever u r” – a special new track before the end of the year featuring V of 21st century icons BTS. Comforting and vibrant, “wherever u r” is a heartfelt song where the two trade verses about loving someone from a distance.
UMI Unveils “Wherever U R” Featuring V of BTS
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 30, 2023
Visionary R&B singer-songwriter UMI has released “wherever u r” – a special new track before the end of the year featuring V of 21st century icons BTS.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL EXPERIENCE at Fairfield Center Stage
by Sean Fallon - Dec 10, 2023
On Saturday, December 9th, at 2:00 PM, I had the pleasure of attending my favorite annual theatrical tradition, A CHRISTMAS CAROL EXPERIENCE, as performed by Fairfield Center Stage, at Burr Mansion in Fairfield, CT. In my youth, I have appeared in three stage productions of A Christmas Carol. I have seen numerous movie versions, whether animated or otherwise. I have also seen it on stage. Fairfield Center Stage, however, has found a brilliantly unique new way of presenting this timeless classic story, while staying true to the original. In A CHRISTMAS CAROL EXPERIENCE, the audience moves from location to location inside and outside of Burr Mansion, following Ebenezer Scrooge and the other characters from scene to scene. I am convinced that the absolute best live performance of this timeless story that has impacted generations, internationally, is this one annually performed by Fairfield Center Stage. This is a wonderful experience all-around! The direction of Kevin Pelkey, choreography of Lindsay Johnson, songwriting and musical direction of Clay Zambo, and stellar performances by this spectacular ensemble cast all combine to bring life to this phenomenal adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic, adapted by artistic director Christy-McIntosh Newsom.
Young Entertainer Awards To Be Presented in December In Los Angeles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023
The 8th annual Young Entertainer Awards (YEA) will take place on Sunday, December 3, at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, California. Proceeds from tax-deductible ticket sales and donations will support scholarships for young people seeking to pursue careers in entertainment.
Review Roundup: SPAMALOT Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2023
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python's Spamalot celebrates opening knight tonight at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street).
Read the reviews!
Review: East West Players Presents Energetic SPRING AWAKENING
by Michael Quintos - Nov 15, 2023
Based on Frank Wedekind's controversial 1891 play about a group of young students ill-informed about their budding sexuality, this 2006 Broadway adaptation is buoyed by its alt-rock score by Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik. EWP's new production boasts a pleasantly diverse cast blessed with excellent singing voices.