Hold It! 1948

Opened: May 5, 1948

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Half Waif Springs To Life With New EP 'Ephemeral Being'
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2024


Already known for writing songs that provide strength alongside openhearted vulnerability for troublesome and daunting times, Half Waif aka Nandi Rose has announced the transformative ‘Ephemeral Being’ EP and shares lead single “Big Dipper”, with the full five-song EP being released at the end of the month, on May 31. Listen to the single now!

Broadway Buying Guide: May 6, 2024- See the Tony-Nominated Shows of 2024
by Team BWW - May 6, 2024


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 6, 2024.

Todd Barrow Releases New Album 'TEXAS COUNTRY NATION'
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024


In the heart of Texas, a new voice in country music makes waves with a sound that blends traditional influences and contemporary flair. Todd Barrow, a talented singer-songwriter, has quickly become a notable figure in the Texas country music scene, captivating audiences with his heartfelt lyrics and compelling melodies.

8th International Segal Film Festival on Theatre and Performance to Take Place in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center of CUNY will hold its eighth international Segal Film Festival on Theatre and Performance. Learn more.

BroadStage's Blackbox Series to Present Queen Esther With Jeff McLaughlin On Guitar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


Experience the next performance in BroadStage's 2023/2024 blackbox series featuring Queen Esther with Jeff McLaughlin on guitar. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Holly M. Brinkman's A WOMAN'S GUIDE TO PEEING OUTSIDE to Make Orlando Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


Holly M. Brinkman is inviting audiences to come along on her deeply relatable coming of age story in A Woman's Guide to Peeing Outside. See where and when you can catch the show.

Matthew Mayfield Shares Single 'Die In A Ghost Town' Ahead of New Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


Birmingham, AL-based, acclaimed songwriter Matthew Mayfield is excited to unveil his latest single, 'Die In A Ghost Town.' ''Die In A Ghost Town' is an anthem of both hope and reckoning,' says Matthew Mayfield. 'It was written from the perspective of someone stripped of their freedom but determined to reclaim it...' Listen to the single now!

Moliere In The Park's NY Premiere Of THE MISER Opens Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


Experience the re-imagined version of Molière's most successful play, THE MISER, by Molière in the Park. This NY premiere is in collaboration with Prospect Park Alliance, LeFrak Center at Lakeside and Brooklyn Public Library.

Meghan Trainor Releases Single 'To The Moon' Ahead of New Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


The song paves the way for the arrival of her sixth full-length album, Timeless, out June 7 via Epic. The track, which Meghan considers her favorite on the album, builds towards an upbeat, dance music-inspired chorus with pounding bass as Meghan sings, “I got a spaceship, come get in it for the ride of your life.” Listen to the new song now!

LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU Will Hold Reading Next Week
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2024


LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU is a new immersive musical experience with concept, book and lyrics by Michael Meth, original music by recording artist Martee LeBow and direction by Tracey Conyer Lee. Irwin Fisch is music supervisor and the music director is Kenny Seymour.

Review: AURELIA at Howick Little Theatre
by Glenda Pearce - May 5, 2024


What did our critic think of AURELIA at Howick Little THEATRE?

NewYorkRep Presents THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE At Royal Family Performing Arts Space
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2024


Get ready for THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE, a powerful new play presented by NewYorkRep. Explore themes of trauma, connection, and the complexities of hook ups from

Interview: Theatre Life with Nora Palka
by Elliot Lanes - May 2, 2024


Today’s subject Nora Palka is currently living her theatre life at Signature Theatre playing Jeanie in their current production of Hair. The production runs through July seventh in the MAX. Hair is a homecoming for Nora to be sure. She grew up in the DC area and as you will read, credits Signature with her wanting to become a professional performer.

Kristin Hanggi Will Hold Book Signing For New Book GOD, SEX, MUSICAL THEATRE at the Drama Book Shop
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024


Author and Award-wining Broadway Director Kristin Hanggi will be holding a book signing celebration for the release of their book “God, Sex, Musical Theatre” on Thursday, May 2nd from 7:30-9 PM at the iconic Drama Book Shop in Manhattan.

THE LAST TIME I SAW CALEIGH London Dates Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2024


Discover the London premiere of THE LAST TIME I SAW CAILEIGH, a daring exploration of queer erasure

Williamstown Theatre Festival to Present FRIDAYS@3 Reading Series & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2024


Williamstown Theatre Festival has revealed the projects for its 2024 Fridays@3 reading series, and more! See more details.

Bush Theatre Reveals Season Lineup For Second Half of 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024


Bush Theatre has announced productions for the second half of 2024. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Undermain Theatre Announces EXIT THE KING And More for 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024


UNDERMAIN has announced its 41st 2024/2025 Season The Season of Identity.

Chicago Opera Theater Announces Two Premieres and More for 2024-25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024


Discover the exciting new season announced by CHICAGO OPERA THEATER for 2024-25. Get a sneak peek into the upcoming performances and stay updated with the latest in the world of opera.

Interview: Laurie Grant on Broadway Bound: Songs & Scenes from Tony Award-Winning Musicals
by Shari Barrett - Apr 30, 2024


ArtsUP! LA is presenting Broadway Bound: Songs & Scenes from Tony Award-Winning Musicals, a new jukebox musical created and directed by Laurie Grant, featuring Rex & Friends, all extraordinary musicians with different disabilities and perfect pitch. Rex & Friends will take you on a fantastic trip of a young man hearing Broadway music for the first time, featuring songs and scenes from acclaimed musicals that you know and love. The show opens May 3rd and runs through May 18th at The Blue Door in Culver City, CA. I decided to speak with Laurie about the creation and history of Rex & Friends, her experience working with people with disabilities, what motivated her to create this new jukebox musical, and the format for the show.

Video: Jenny Owen Youngs Shares Live Performance of 'Next Time Around'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2024


Ahead of her New England tour, which begins May 3 in Northampton, MA, Jenny Owen Youngs shares a live performance video for “Next Time Around” from Avalanche, her first full-length solo album in over a decade and Yep Roc Records debut. Following her May tour run, she will join Fruit Bats for two New York dates on their summer tour. A complete list of dates is below. Watch the video here!

The Nash Jazz Club's Summer Concert Series Will be Held at Venue 122 During Renovations
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024


Beginning May 20, The Nash will be closed for renovations as it begins construction on its $2.5 million facilities project announced earlier this year.

Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Theatre Memphis
by Kevin Shaw - Apr 30, 2024


What’s up with all these therapists’ offices masquerading as beauty parlors? Women walk into these places as broken shells of themselves and often walk out feeling on top of the world. Sure, they get their hair and/or nails done, but they get so much more than just that. They’re renewed.

Review: PIPPIN - 50TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Louise Penn - Apr 30, 2024


Stephen Schwartz's 70s musical Pippin makes a triumphant return with a note perfect casting at Drury Lane's concert version, with Fosse-inspired choreography and costumes given a disco pride vibe. Alex Newell's vocals do not disappoint, Jac Yarrow is a fine lead, while Patricia Hodge is a poignant Berthe.

Preview: MAGIC CASTLE LIVE ON STAGE! at United Theatre On Broadway in DTLA
by Melissa Heckscher - Apr 30, 2024


Magic Castle Live on Stage, May 18 at the United Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, is the first public show put on by Hollywood's Academy of Magical Arts. But good luck getting a ticket for the sold-out show.

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Hold It! - 1948 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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1948 Theatre World Awards Performance Patrice Wymore

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