Music Is 1976

Opened: December 20, 1976
Closing: December 26, 1976

Music Is - 1976 - Broadway History , Info & More

St. James Theatre (Broadway)
246 West 44th St. New York, NY

Based on Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare

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The Washington Ballet Concludes Season With BEYOND BOUNDARIES
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024


The Washington Ballet will conclude their season with a program of dance works curated by internationally acclaimed choreographer, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa.

Karen Mason and Louis Rosen Return Home To Chicago Davenports This Week
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2024


Karen Mason and Louis Rosen return to Chicago for two special performances at Davenport's on May 18-19, celebrating nearly 50 years of collaboration with songs by Louis and selections from the late Brian Lasser.

Raven Theatre Reveals 42nd Season Lineup For 2024-25
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


 Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced its upcoming productions and programming during the company’s 42nd season in 2024 - 2025. Learn more about the lineup here!

Photos: Go Inside the STEREOPHONIC Cast Album Listening Party
by Blair Ingenthron - May 12, 2024


On Friday night, May 10th, the cast and creative team of Stereophonic gathered at the Friki Tiki in Midtown to celebrate and listen to the newly released cast album. Check out photos from the event here!

Edward W. Hardy & UNC Jazz Wins 7 Prestigious DownBeat Student Music Awards
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024


Dr. Edward W. Hardy and the Jazz Studies Department at the University of Northern Colorado have won seven DownBeat Student Music Awards, including the Graduate College Outstanding Performance Award for Hardy's rendition of Tennessee Whiskey.

STEREOPHONIC Original Cast Album Available to Stream Now; Listen to Exclusive Tracks
by Josh Sharpe - May 10, 2024


With a record-breaking 13 Tony Award nominations, Sony Masterworks Broadway has released the digital version of the Stereophonic (Original Cast Recording). The album includes the singles, “Masquerade” and “Brightv1,” plus exclusive, brand-new songs not performed in full on stage and only available on the cast album. Listen to the album now!

Quintet Of The Americas CELEBRATING WOMEN COMPOSERS Concert At Queens Botanical Garden
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2024


Join the Quintet of the Americas for a special concert celebrating women composers at Queens Botanical Garden on May 12.

Quintet Of The Americas Presents CELEBRATING WOMEN COMPOSERS Concert At Gallery 9B9
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2024


Join Quintet of the Americas for the Celebrating Women Composers Concert on May 14 at Gallery 9B9 in Manhattan.

Quintet Of The Americas to Present Concert Celebrating Women Composers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Join Quintet of the Americas for a special concert celebrating women composers at Gallery 9B9 in Manhattan. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: YOUR ARMS TOO SHORT TO BOX WITH GOD at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - May 8, 2024


The recent college campus protests in America seem to have surprised and bewildered a lot of people around the world. Why do privileged students who can afford a college education risk being expelled or jailed over a conflict in Gaza? Graduations are currently being cancelled, people are being arrested and police with riot gear are on standby from New York to California. It’s almost unheard of.

STEREOPHONIC Shares Two New Tracks From Upcoming Cast Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2024


Now with a record-breaking 13 Tony Award nominations, Sony Masterworks Broadway has released 2 new songs, “Masquerade” and “Bright v1” from the Original Cast Recording of Stereophonic. To celebrate being the most Tony-nominated play ever, the cast of Stereophonic performed “Masquerade” last night on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Listen to the newly released songs here!

Video: Eli Gelb Is Making Musical Magic in STEREOPHONIC
by Joey Mervis - May 7, 2024


The last couple of months have been a whirlwind for Eli Gelb. In this video, watch as the Stereophonic star chats with Richard Ridge about his exciting new role!

Video: Stereophonic Performs 'Masquerade' on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024


The cast of Stereophonic recently appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to perform the song 'Masquerade'.  Check out the video here!

Orchestra of St. Luke's BACH FESTIVAL Comes to Carnegie's Zankel Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2024


Experience the magic of OSL Bach Festival at Carnegie’s Zankel Hall from June 4-25. Enjoy performances from world-renowned artists like Hadelich, Bezuidenhout, and more.

Los Bukis Kicks Off Spanish-Language Residency with a Completely Sold Out Weekend
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2024


Los Bukis have set the standard for Latin music once again with the opening of their exclusive new Las Vegas residency, Los Bukis: The Las Vegas Residency, the first all Spanish-language residency on the world-renowned Las Vegas Strip. With a sold-out first weekend, the legendary Mexican group captivated attendees with a non-stop show filled with incredible performances and greatest hits at Dolby Live at Park MGM.

Amber Ruffin & Kevin Sciretta's BIGFOOT & More Set for New York Stage And Film 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024


New York Stage and Film has revealed the 2024 summer season at Marist College. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!

The Doobie Brothers Add Canadian Leg to the 2024 Tour
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2024


Four-time GRAMMY Award winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, The Doobie Brothers, have added a Canadian leg to The 2024 Tour. The band will play a run of six shows this Fall beginning October 8, 2024 in London, ON at Budweiser Gardens and wrapping October 16, 2024 in Saint John, NB at TD Station.

Stereophonic to Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


Tune in to see Sterephonic on Jimmy Fallon next week! On Monday, May 6, cast from the play will be on The Tonight Show to perform a number from the production, which is currently playing on Broadway. The program airs 11:35/10:35c on NBC.

Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - May 5, 2024


Not every Broadway show is a smash. A focus on 14 hidden gems from shows that disappeared too quickly fueled an entertaining evening at 54 Below last Sunday on April 29th. Hosted by Charles Kirsch of Backstage Babble podcast and Robert W. Schneider, the evening was a success.

Initial Cast Set For FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024


Adam Heller, Jill Abramovitz, Samantha Massell, Hannah Corneau, Emerson Glick, Jed Resnick, Clay Singer and Andrew Alstat are among the stars of the Muny production of Fiddler on the Roof.

THE SCENARIOS World Premiere & More Set for Studio Theatre's 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2024


Discover the exciting lineup of extraordinary plays announced for STUDIO THEATRE's 2024-2025 season. Stay tuned for a theatrical experience like no other.

Beck Center Reveals 2024/25 Season Lineup; WAITRESS, A CHORUS LINE, and More!
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024


Beck Center for the Arts has announced its 2024-2025 Professional Theater Season, the 91st season which includes Tony Award Winners, comedies, dramas, musicals, and another collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University Musical Theatre program.   Learn more about the lineup here!

Black Ensemble Theater And Northeastern Illinois University Partner On OUR WORLD
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2024


Discover the exciting collaboration between BLACK ENSEMBLE and NEIU, bringing innovative theatrical experiences to the Chicago stage. Stay tuned for more details.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 30, 2024
by - Apr 30, 2024


Happy Tony Award nominations day, BroadwayWorld! It is April 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

ANNIE North American Tour to Play Portland's Keller Auditorium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2024


Broadway in Portland will present the all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Keller Auditorium. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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Music Is - 1976 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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1977 Tony Awards Best Choreography Patricia Birch

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