Interview: Meet the Team from ODE TO THE WASP WOMAN
by Carissa Chesanek - Nov 13, 2023
Ode to the Wasp Woman opens November 9, 2023, and runs until January 31, 2024, at the Actors Temple Theater in New York City. We caught up with playwright and director Rider McDowell, stage manager Matthew Palmer, and actors David Wenzel, Jonathan Hartman, Douglas Davis, and Payton Georgiana to discuss what we can expect, the inspiration, and what's next for the two.
Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD Revisits The Temptations' Hits at Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Oct 20, 2023
A surprisingly enjoyable jukebox musical featuring phenomenally-performed song-and-dance spectaculars (but with an awkwardly delivered story structure), this touring version of the 2019 Broadway musical about the founding of Motown's R&B supergroup The Temptations is a fun evening at the theater, especially for those looking for a nostalgic trip.
Review Roundup: COMPANY Kicks Off National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023
The Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's and George Furth's Company, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, launched its North American Tour this month at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, NY. Read the reviews for Company here!
Willie Nelson's Revered Album 'Rainbow Connection' To Make Its Vinyl Debut
by Michael Major - Sep 26, 2023
Continuing the yearlong celebration of Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday, UMe has added two additional titles to its extensive vinyl campaign of the legend’s UMG catalog: on November 10 Willie’s beloved 2001 kid-friendly album, Rainbow Connection, will be released on vinyl for the first time ever and his acclaimed It Always Will Be.
Morgan Wallen Extends 'One Night At A Time' Tour Into 2024
by Michael Major - Sep 26, 2023
Now, with 11 dates remaining on the 2023 leg and fans demanding more, Wallen is extending the tour into 2024 with 10 additional stadium shows. A rotating lineup of guests including Bailey Zimmerman, Jelly Roll, Jon Pardi, Lainey Wilson, Nate Smith, Bryan Martin, Lauren Watkins and Ella Langley will join for support.
BINGE FREE FESTIVAL Starts October 15 At Santa Monica Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2023
Santa Monica Playhouse has been a cultural treasure in the seaside community for 63 years. Now, the Playhouse is giving love back with its Eighth Annual Binge Free Festival, five weeks of free performances, workshops, and music in Santa Monica's ONLY fringe festival. The BFF's primary focus is on Santa Monica and Los Angeles-based artists, but there will be exciting international artists on view as well.
POTTED POTTER: THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE to Return to San Francisco
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023
Starvox Touring and Potted Productions have announced that after several successful North American tours and over 1,000 performances at Horseshoe Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff is returning to San Francisco for a limited engagement!
Christopher Biggins Reveals Guests Joining Him in Edinburgh For His TEA WITH Chat Shows
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2023
Christopher Biggins, the much-loved actor, presenter and entertainer, has announced the line-up for TEA with Christopher Biggins & Guests at The Fringe at Prestonfield (venue 105) for fun, chat and fabulous musical entertainment when the new Edinburgh Festival Fringe venue opens its doors from Friday 18 – Sunday 27 August 2023.
The Friday 5(+1): The Cast and Crew of Street Theatre Company's 2023-24 Season Opener 35MM
by Jeffrey Ellis - Aug 10, 2023
Street Theatre Company officially opens its 2023-24 season at The Barbershop Theatre with its production of 35MM, opening Friday night and continuing through August 26. Directed by Everett Tarlton, with music direction by Nick Benefield, 34MM features music and lyrics by Ryan Scott Oliver, based on and inspired by photographs by Matthew Murphy.
Gatlin Shares Single 'Paris' & Announces Upcoming EP 'I Sleep Fine'
by Michael Major - Aug 2, 2023
Gatlin announces her upcoming EP I Sleep Fine Now and shares her newest single 'Paris' and its accompanying music video. Produced by Konrad Snyder (Noah Kahan, Joy Oladokun) and Carrie Karpinen (Noah Kahan, The Regrettes), 'Paris' tells a tale of slow heartbreak against the backdrop of a celestial and faraway Paris.
Isaac Mizrahi, Jason Danieley, Adam Pascal, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve and expand the art of the cabaret, honor the music of Broadway, and provide an unparalleled experience to diverse communities.
Review: South Coast Repertory Brings LA HAVANA MADRID to Mission San Juan Capistrano
by Michael Quintos - Jul 28, 2023
While the play-with-music has its fair share of interesting and even poignant moments, SCR's overall production feels surprisingly low-stakes, and only really becomes much more lively when it reaches its celebratory music-filled finalé. With its stories delivered via monologues, it becomes difficult to really be connected to the play's characters.
Playwrights Foundation Announces Cohort For 46th Bay Area Playwrights Festival, April 12-21
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2023
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premier launchpad for exceptional new plays and playwrights, has announced the playwright cohort for the 46th Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF46) which will be presented in a hybrid festival with in-person readings April 12 - 21, 2024 in San Francisco and on-demand recordings released post festival.
Cast Set For the UK Tour of CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023
The cast has been revealed for the new production of Calendar Girls the Musical, written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth. Learn more about the cast, the tour, and how to get tickets, here!