Paradise! 1985

Opened: September 28, 1985
Closing: October 14, 1985

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A family is shipwrecked on a desert island.

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Photos: Inside the BAD REPUTATION: art by HOLLIS VIP Event At The Eighth Room
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024


The Eighth Room hosted an exclusive, one-night only event to showcase the BAD REPUTATION: art by HOLLIS exhibit to raise funds for MusiCares Nashville. See photos from the event.

Danielle Wade, Omar Lopez-Cepero & More to Star in SOUTH PACIFIC at Goodspeed Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024


Goodspeed Musicals will welcome Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific as its second production of the 2024 season. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

SOUTH PACIFIC & More Announced For Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston's 55th Season
by Joshua Wright - May 10, 2024


Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston (RMT) will bring three timeless and timely classics to the stage for its 55th Season: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific (June 14- June 23, 2024),  All Shook Up, inspired by the music of Elvis Presley (July 12 - July 21, 2024), and An American in Paris (August 9 - August 18, 2024). 

Video: Amber Riley and Akron Lanier Watson Perform 'It Ain't That Serious' From THE PREACHER'S WIFE
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Get a first look at Amber Riley and Akron Lanier Watson performing the song 'It Ain't That Serious' from the new musical THE PREACHER'S WIFE during the sneak-peek, preview event 'Behind the Musical' that took place on April 17. Check out the video here!

Full Cast Set For the UK Première of Dominique Morisseau's SKELETON CREW
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full cast for Dominique Morisseau's Skeleton Crew – the final production in Michael Longhurst's tenure as Artistic Director. Olivier Award-winner Matthew Xia directs Tobi Bamtefa, Branden Cook, Pamela Nomvete, and Racheal Ofori.

Reagle Music Theatre Of Greater Boston Reveals 55th Season
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will bring three timeless and timely classics to the stage for its 55th Season. Learn more about the lineup here!

Bangor Area High School's MEAN GIRLS and More Nominated For 2024 Freddy Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Nominations for the 2024 FREDDY© Awards were announced during the noon news on 69 WFMZ-TV. These nominations mark the end of the high school musical season in Lehigh, Northampton, and Warren Counties and the beginning of FREDDY© Rehearsals.

Edinburgh Fringe To Present BURNOUT PARADISE By Pony Cam
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2024


Experience the exhilarating performance of BURNOUT PARADISE by Pony Cam. Four performers, four treadmills, and a universe of possibilities in one of the most uproarious shows ever.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center Unveils 2024-25 Jazz Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024


Discover the 2024-25 jazz season at New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Learn about who is performing and see how to purchase tickets!

The Wallis Announces On-Sale Single Tickets and Additional Season 24/25 Programming
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts has announced on-sale of single tickets and the addition of four new shows to the stacked 2024/2025 lineup. The new programming will kick off the season, enhancing the already robust theater and music performances.

EXTREME ACTS Comes to the Marsh This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


 The world premiere of Extreme Acts by award-winning playwright Lynne Kaufman, which was originally announced as a two-play production at The Marsh San Francisco has now been updated to a 60-minute standalone performance.

WILLY WONKA Comes to Valley Youth Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


Valley Youth Theatre's production of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, is set to be a musical hit this summer with a talented cast from around the Valley.

Palm Beach Opera Announces New General Director
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2024


Palm Beach Opera welcomes James Barbato as its new General Director. Barbato, an OPERA America Leadership

Slow Pulp Share Glitchy 'Slugs' (yeule + Kin Leonn Remix)
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2024


Chicago quartet Slow Pulp is sharing a glitchy and catchy new version of their song “Slugs”, remixed by the Singapore artists yeule and Kin Leonn. Called “one of 2023’s best rock records” by Variety, Slow Pulp are continuing to tour in support of their breakout album ‘Yard’. Listen to the new remix!

British-Armenian Producer Hagop Tchaparian Returns with 'Treacle' Single
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2024


British-Armenian producer Hagop Tchaparian has shared “Treacle,” the first new track made available since the hugely acclaimed 2022 debut album Bolts. Hagop spent much of 2023 touring, playing major events such as Glastonbury, Club 2 Club, and Green Man. According to Hagop, “The track was heavily inspired by watching Four Tet play at Warung club in Brazil.” Listen to the song now!

Sam Morrison's SUGAR DADDY to Play The Wallis This Fall Prior to Broadway in 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Sugar Daddy, a new production of comedian and actor Sam Morrison’s one-man show, will play the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Westport Country Playhouse Will Host a Script in Hand Playreading of MRS. CHRISTIE
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024


Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of the comedic mystery, “Mrs. Christie,” a fictional account of the unsolved 1926 disappearance of Agatha Christie, one of the most-read mystery writers, written by Heidi Armbruster and directed by Mark Shanahan, on Monday, May 13, at 7 p.m.

Theatre Rock Live! Returns to 54 Below This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024


54 Below will present a special return engagement of Theatre Rock in Theatre Rock Live! on Saturday May 25, 2024. Join in at 54 Below for Theatre Rock Live!, a soaring tribute to Rock Musicals! Award-winning shows.

Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Arizona Broadway Theatre
by Herbert Paine - May 7, 2024


A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER is that rarity – a new musical with a score inspired by a theatrical style of the past that will forever remain timeless. And it’s so much fun. At Arizona Broadway Theatre.

Tony Award Winner VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE To Open Gloucester Stage's 45th Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2024


Gloucester Stage Company, under the direction of Rebecca Bradshaw, is set to open its 45th season with the Tony Award-winning play VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE by Christopher Durang. The season pays tribute to Durang's significant contribution to American theater.

Elizabeth Marvel to Star in US Premiere of MEDEA at Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024


Join Elizabeth Marvel in MEDEA, a unique adaptation by Ben Power, directed by Daniel Fish, as part of Red Bull Theater's 20th Anniversary Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Christiane Noll, Jessica Phillips & More to Celebrate Mother's Day at Broadway in the Park Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024


SOMA Stage will present the return of Broadway in the Park on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12th at 4:30pm. Learn more and see how to attend!

Holly Humberstone Collaborates with Medium Build and Tiny Habits on Reimagined Versions of Her Songs
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


Award-winning singer songwriter Holly Humberstone has released reimagined versions of her favorite songs from critically acclaimed debut album Paint My Bedroom Black. Inviting friends and peers on her journey, Humberstone premieres new versions of “Cocoon” featuring singer/songwriter Medium Build and “Antichrist” featuring folk-pop group Tiny Habits. The new tracks follow the release of her recent collaboration with MUNA on “Into You Room.” Listen to the songs now!

Third Coast Percussion Reveals 20th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


Celebrate the 20th anniversary season of Third Coast Percussion featuring collaborations with Grammy winner Jessie Montgomery, Zakir Hussain, and Twyla Tharp Dance.

Video: Wild Rivers Share New Song 'Anyways, I Love You'; Watch the Music Video
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


“Anyways, I Love You,” the new song from platinum-selling trio Wild Rivers, has just been released. 'Anyways, I Love You” finds Wild Rivers’ introspective lyricism imbued with a new level of confidence and an energized creative perspective. The track follows two additional recent singles, “Cave” and Everywhere I Go,” with more new music to come soon. Watch the video now! 

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