Stage preview: Pittsburgh welcomes wicked 'Beauty Queen of Leenane' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

"The Beauty Queen of Leenane" launched playwright Martin McDonagh's career as the Irish king of the deepest, darkest comedies to be seen on a stage and sent the Druid Theatre Company of Galw…

Oscar nominee, playwright August Wilson rests far from The Hill by Maria Sciullo / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Why Accompanying Herself at Auditions Paid Off for The Great Comet's Grace McLean by Michael Gioia

The star of Broadway’s Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 takes us through her audition repertoire.

Letter from London: Out and About on the West End Theatre Scene by Ruth Leon

One viewer’s take on Reza’s Art, The Royal Shakespeare Company, and the stage adaptation of The Kite Runner.

La La Land Heads Into Academy Awards With 14 Nominations by Playbill Staff

The 89th Annual Academy Awards are held February 26 in Los Angeles.

15 Moving Pictures from the Original West Side Story by Hannah Vine

The New York Public Library took promotional and rehearsal images from the original production and created short movies.

Jodie Kidd brings story of love and slavery to the London stage by Vanessa Thorpe

Supermodel's family revive operetta based on 17th-century story of American Indian slaveThe "true and exact history" of Yarico, a 17th-century female slave, goes to the core of the shame of …

11 Tonys-Oscars Connections in 2017

Celebrating past Tony Award-winners and nominees who will be involved in this year's Oscars ceremony.

Coming Up This Week in Theatre - 2/25/2017

BroadwayWorld.com's Upcoming Events calendar for the week - updated on 2252017.

People's Light and Theatre Company presents Thornton Wilder's 'The Matchmaker' by Mark Cofta

Thornton Wilder's neglected classic, 'The Matchmaker,' defies categorization, but People's Light and Theatre's revival proves its worthiness. Mark Cofta reviews.

Chicago Opera Review: THE INVENTION OF MOREL (Chicago Opera Theater at the Studebaker Theater) by Barnaby Hughes

COPELAND'S MOREL LACKS INVENTION Four years ago, Long Beach Opera (Artistic and General Director Andreas Mitisek's other company) staged Stewart Copeland's The Tell-Tale Heart, giving the on…

AP Explains: Who competes and how Carnival parades judged by Mauricio Savarese | ap

Rio de Janeiro's Carnival parade is world famous for the samba dancing, costumes that leave little to the imagination and the magnificent floats that roll down Avenida Marques de Sapucai, al…

ArtStreet more than doubles Art Hotel attendance

The public art warehouse known as ArtStreet came to a bittersweet close Saturday, with hundreds lining up for a last peek at the massive collaboration among Sacramento's visual, musical and …

Review: 'R.U.R.' and 'The Insect Play' at Once More Theatre by Alex Doll

25It's a theme which has appeared in countless books and movies: If we build robots to do all of our work, what would happen if those robots grew smarter and rose up against their masters? T…

Los Angeles Theater Feature: FOUR BY TENN: A TENNESSEE WILLIAMS READING SERIES (The Pasadena Playhouse) by Frank Arthur

A PERFECT TENN The Pasadena Playhouse is currently presenting God Looked Away, an ode to Tennessee Williams at the end of his career. As an adjunct to this world premiere development prod…

Photo Flash: WICKED Shows Off an Intricate Ritual Dance, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Makes Their Own Film Poster, and More Saturday Intermission Pics! by BroadwayWorld

It's Saturday, and that means it's time for what has become one of the theatre community's most beloved traditions- BroadwayWorld's 'Saturday Intermission Pics' roundup This week the boys at…

Review: 'Anton in Show Business' at Silver Spring Stage by Susan Brall

Anton in Show Business by Jane Martin opened last night at Silver Spring Stage. The show is produced by Jim Robertson and directed by Erin Bone Steele. The plot is a strange one that satiriz…

Spotlight On...Jeff Talbott by Michael Block

Name: Jeff TalbottHometown: Kimball, NEEducation: BFA (University of Nebraska), MFA (Yale School of Drama)Favorite Credits: The Submission (MCC Theater)Why theater?: Because now, more than e…

Review: 'I Hate Hamlet' at Dundalk Community Theatre by Allie Press

"It's Shakespeare! Which is like algebra on stage!" If you've ever struggled with The Bard, you'll appreciate the character Gary Peter Leftkowitz's sentiments on the subject. In I Hate Hamle…

The Public Eye: A Review of The Columnist at American Blues Theater by Irene Hsiao

Indie Spirit Awards 2017: Full list of winners (and nominees) by Marcus James Dixon

The 32nd Independent Spirit Awards were handed out February 25, one day before the 2017 Oscars, during an afternoon ceremony in Santa Monica, CA. The kudocast aired live on IFC and was hoste…

Call Answered: Lexie Braverman: Dark Vanilla Jungle by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: After interviewing Laura Abbott about her play "I Am Not I," my ears perked up when she told me her friend Lexie Braverman was starring in a new play called "Dark Vanilla Jung…

Soulpepper's Of Human Bondage is an exceedingly well-staged bodice-ripper by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Vern Thiessen's adaptation and Albert Schultz's staging consistently forge a clear narrative path in this underappreciated coming-of-age classic.

Opinion: Escaping to La La Land, Then and Now by Holly Brubach

"La La Land" brings movie musicals into the 21st century with a reality check.

BWW Profile: Oscar-Nominated Michelle Williams Of MANCHESTER BY THE SEA Makes Her Mark in Independent Film by Jeffrey Walker

From BAYWATCH to BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN and beyond, actress Michelle Williams is making her mark in film. Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for a role with relatively little screen-time in M…

Fuacata!: Zoetic Stage's Hilarious And Touching Journey Through Miami-Dade's Latina Culture by Bill Hirschman

When Elena Maria Garcia, one of the finest comediennes in the region, and Stuart Meltzer, one of the finest directors, team up to co-write Fuácata! (Or a Latina's Guide to Surviving the U…

Review: Game Changers (Joffrey Ballet of Chicago) by Lauren Whalen

Game Changers is classic Joffrey - strong and stylish dancers flawlessly executing envelope-pushing choreography. The program is thoughtfully put together, with nods to ballet's roots and ge…

Barack Obama takes daughter Malia to Broadway show by Time, Time

Barack and Malia attended the revival of Arthur Miller's 'The Price' on Broadway, starring Danny DeVito and Mark Ruffalo        

Is 'La La Land' a lock to win Best Sound Mixing Oscar simply because it's a musical? by Riley

Musicals are known to be good bets for Best Sound Mixing at the Oscars, so it is no surprise that "La La Land" has been the frontrunner to win that trophy throughout the season, but almost n…

Review: LiveConnections Presents Harlem Quartet + Arturo Stable by Walter Bilderback

Once again, LiveConnections Presents ("LCP") curator Mary Wheelock Javian’s musical matchmaking has produced a lively evening of musical discovery. This time it was the pairing of the …

Parenting and Playwriting: Boundaries, Please by [email protected] (jamie)

By Catherine Trieschmann. Catherine Trieschmann sets rules to govern her daily news consumption.

Review: 'Lost Girls' at Theatre Exile by Tim Dunleavy

For Maggie, life has been, ever since childhood, one crisis after another. Now, as a winter storm is blanketing her New Hampshire hometown, several more crises have struck at once: her car h…

Block Talk- Episode 9- Ryan Farnsworth by Michael Block

Today on Block Talk, we sat down with Ryan Farnsworth to talk about his time on the Beautiful tour, his new podcast Singer Stories, and sports!To listen to Block Talk, visit iTunes or Soundc…

GIRL X at the Japan Society by Amelia Parenteau

If you have never been to the Japan Society, tucked away on East 47th Street between 2nd and 1st, make it a point to go there this year. Better yet, go there this week. I promise you will be…

BWW TV: PRESENT LAUGHTER's Kevin Kline & Company Get Ready to Bring Noel Coward Back to Broadway by Tv - Press Previews

Present Laughter will play Broadway's St. James Theatre 246 West 44th Street this spring for a strictly limited 16-week engagement. Directed by Tony Award nominee Moritz von Stuelpnagel, per…

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Cherry Orchard, Arcola Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Does Anton Chekov's masterpiece fly or fall in this new production at the Arcola Theatre, directed by Mehmet Ergen. Here is what critics have been saying.

10 Best 'La La Land,' YouTube covers by Usa Today, Usa Today

Singers, dancers, musicians, even tap dancers have gotten really creative        

Photo Op: Broadway Black's Favorite 2017 BroadwayCon Cosplays by Tristan Halstead

Broadway Black picked out some of our favorite cosplays at this year’s BroadwayCon. Check out some of the fantastic work below! The post Photo Op: Broadway Black’s Favorite 2017 …

Hugh Panaro, Rachel York, and Alli Mauzey Join 180-Member Choir and Philly POPS for LES MIS Number by BroadwayWorld

Last night, the Philly POP's kicked off their sold-out series Blockbuster Broadway, featuring the guest talents of Hugh Panaro, Rachel York and Alli Mauzey.On deck showstoppers from Andrew L…

JONAH AND OTTO Takes Final Bow Off-Broadway Tonight by BroadwayWorld

JONAH AND OTTO, by celebrated UK playwright Robert Holman, will conclude its acclaimed limited engagement tonight(Saturday) at The Lion Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street.

Review: NSO Pops: An Evening with Ledisi at The Kennedy Center by Ramona Harper

"Peaches" was in the house. Inspired by the spirit of Nina Simone, acclaimed American R&B and jazz recording artist, songwriter and actress, Ledisi performed an eclectic program of bl…

Coney Island USA's Spring Gala is One Month from Today! by Trav S.D.

Filed under: BROOKLYN, Coney Island, Dime Museum and Side Show, PLUGS, SOCIAL EVENTS Tagged: BROOKLYN, Coney Island USA, Coral Jubilee, Mermaid Parade, Spring Gala

THE UNDERSTUDY " Canal Cafe Theatre by Laura Kressly

A long lost Kafka play is having its premiere on Broadway. Two big Hollywood action stars are playing the leads, but the fickle nature of unseen Bruce means they've had to cast Harry as an u…

Call Answered: Tulis McCall: Are You Serious? A Woman of a Certain Age Inquiries at Cornelia Street Cafe by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: One Sunday afternoon, I attended Tulis McCall's show, "Are You Serious? A Woman of a Certain Age Inquiries" & I was blown away by it. "Are You Serious?" is a show everyone…

Theater Review: "Informed Consent" " When Science and Ethics Collide by Ian Thal

Informed Consent is the smartest play I've seen hit Boston area stages since the new year began.

TWELFTH NIGHT " National Theatre by Ian Foster

There's nowt so queer as folk, at least not in Simon Godwin's version of Illyria here. A gender-swapped Malvolia longs after her mistress Olivia, hipster-fop Sir Andrew Aguecheek is entirely…

Cracking down on pay-to-play auditions & a bonus Oscars banter by Kim Masters

Paying to audition is illegal. Last year, Gary Baum of the Hollywood Reporter conducted an investigation into this practice, which has taken root in sessions known as casting workshops.

John Legend's Twitter hacker shares 'vulgar, hilarious' messages by Nicole Bitette

John Legend may have been hacked " but he found it pretty funny.

Study of Women in Film Shows a Significant Increase in Female Protagonists by Julie Musbach

According to the Hollywood Reporter, 2016 reported a record number of female protagonists in film. 29 of all leading roles in the top 100 domestic grossing films were female, which is an inc…

Photo Coverage: Inside the SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Gypsy Robe Ceremony by Walter McBride

Ambassador Theatre Group's Broadway revival of the New York City Center production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Pulitzer Prize-winning Sunday in the Park with George just re-opened…

Review: 'Famous Contemporaries: Music by Gliere, Medtner, Rachmaninov, Rimsky-Korsakov, and Tcherepnin' at the Russian Chamber Art Society by Andra Abramson

As a novice opera aficionado, I wasn't quite sure what to expect from Masterpieces of Russian Vocal Music: Famous Contemporaries, the Russian Chamber Art Society's most recent offering at La…

TEXT OF THE DAY: The Pitchfork Disney by Aleks Sierz

Random and topical thoughts and quotes gathered by My Theatre Mates contributor Aleks Sierz, first published on www.sierz.co.uk.

Angelica Page Roars Ahead in Turning Page by Sandi Durell

    By Sandi Durell     Taking on the quirky, mysterious persona of Geraldine Page, the lauded and canonized actress, is no easy feat, especially if the lady happens to b…

"Kid Victory" by Broadway & Me

Stephen Sondheim will turn 87 next month but he's working on a new musical tentatively called Buñuel that is scheduled to have a full workshop production at the Public Theater later this …

It's International Commedia dell'Arte Day by Trav S.D.

February 25 is International Commedia dell’Arte Day! Commedia is the root of everything, and I’m thinking it’s no accident the planners hold this annual event so close to C…

Photo Coverage: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Stars Celebrate at After Party by Walter McBride

Ambassador Theatre Group's Broadway revival of the New YorkCity Centerproduction ofStephen SondheimandJames Lapine's Pulitzer Prize-winningSunday in the Park with Georgejust re-opened the hi…

The Arts on the Stamps of the World " February 25 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

Review: Review: Leper + Chip at curtainup.com/Philadelphia by Kathryn Osenlund

Inis Nua presents the American Premiere of Lee Coffey two-hander.

Review: If I Forget at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

Steven Levenson's new family drama features a splendid cast, handsome stagecraft and lots to think about. .

VIDEO: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Cast & Creatives Talk Show's Inspiring Themes on NBC News by TV News Desk

The cast and creative team of the new Broadway musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN werefeatured on last night's NBC Nightly News.

END OF DANCE " Vaults by Shanine Salmon

Whilst I am not the biggest dance fan (I went to a Great Gatsby ballet once though and I LOVED Some Like It Hip Hop) I am a bit of politics geek and End of Dance seemed like it was going to …

The Stage Scholarships 2017: Read College by Lisa Martland

Jamie and Helen Read (directors of theatre and dance respectively) set up Read College in 2008 to help students fulfil their potential

Review: Kid Victory at curtainup.com/ http://www.curtainup.com/kidvictory17.html by Elyse Sommer

A somber new chamber musical by John Kander and Greg Pierce.

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant at curtainup.com by Simon Saltzman

This new version by the theatrical group Third Space is notable essentially for its more free-wheeling adaptation/loose translation by David Tushingham

Review:Sunday in the Park with George at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

- A splendid revival of this century's premiere musical theater artist's masterpiece about a 19th century painter's masterpiece

A Double Take on Juan Pablo di Pace by Sandi Durell

  A double take on Juan Pablo di Pace with two reviews!   By Joel Benjamin and Monica Charline-Brown     (by Joel Benjamin) There's no denying that Juan Pablo di Pace is …

Indie Spirit Awards: How to watch live stream online on Saturday to see if 'Moonlight' sweeps by Paul Sheehan

The Indie Spirit Awards will air live nationwide on Saturday, February 25 from a tent on Santa Monica beach beginning at 2:00 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. PT on IFC. The 32nd annual edition…

WILL POWER " Theatre N16 by Daniel Perks

As a name, Will Power conjures the image of a jack the lad, a confident (perhaps a touch arrogant) young guy with a slight swagger, affable nature and consistently positive outlook on life. …

BWW Profile: LION Oscar-Nominated Stage and Screen Star, Nicole Kidman by Rachel Crawford

Nicole Kidman is a veteran in the entertainment industry, becoming a household name and garnering attention and awards for over 30 years of acting. This year, she is nominated for Best Suppo…

Review: Review: The Snow Maiden (Leeds Grand Theatre and tour)

Opera North brings a rare but tuneful Russian favourite to UK audiences

'Sunday in the Park With George': Jake Gyllenhaal brings the tortured artist to Broadway by Carey Purcell

No one can accuse Jake Gyllenhaal of being a slacker. The Oscar-nominated actor is known for playing intense, perhaps tortured characters: Nightcrawler, Brokeback Mountain and Zodiac are jus…

Class Notes: Leah Walsh by James Marino

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to cast member Leah Walsh about "Drunkle Vanya," playing at the Russian Samovar’s Tolstoy Lounge. Class Notes actively covers New York the current …

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On…playwright Naomi Westerman by Helen McWilliams

Naomi Westerman is a playwright and actress; she has written a piece called Puppy in VAULT Festival this year on Thursday 23 February and Thursday 2 March.

BWW's On This Day - February 25, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on February 25 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

Features: My Top 5 Showtunes: Ian Bartholomew

The actor tells us the musical numbers he couldn't live without

Danza Contemporanea de Cuba review at Barbican, London " 'exquisitely danced' by Anna Winter

Danza Contemporanea de Cuba comprises performers with stupendous technique. The company also displays a fine-tuned sense of drama and exuberance in their

Photos: Sunday in the Park With George Opening Night by Jk Clarke

    Thursday night, February 23, Sunday in the Park with George, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Annaleigh Ashford, re-opened the historic Hudson Theatre with its first Broadway openi…

The Quite Remarkable Adventures of the Owl and the Pussycat review at Belgrade Theatre, Coventry by Ben Kulvichit

You’ve read the poem, now see the musical. Eric Idle’s 1996 novel, on which Dougal Irvine’s stage adaptation is based, takes Edward

Eric Idle's The Owl and the Pussycat review " a Python primer for kids by Alfred Hickling

Belgrade theatre, CoventryThis musical adaptation of Idle's take on Edward Lear's much-loved poem is a hummable defence of the spirit nonsenseMy nine-year-old goddaughter, Maya, has a questi…

THE GIRLS " West End by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

In 1998 a husband of one of the wives in a WI branch in Yorkshire was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. The close-knit picture postcard village was rocked by this devastating news.

Mandy Moore Keeps Getting Credit for Choreographing La La Land by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

'Rigoletto' at Opéra Bastille, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Opéra Bastille in Paris will stage Victor Hugo's "Rigoletto" on select dates between May 27 and June 27, 2017.In Victor Hugo's luxuriant drama "Le Roi s'amuse," Verdi found theatre worthy o…

Fire in the Machine review at Battersea Arts Centre " 'vital and vibrant' by Dave Fargnoli

Part tacky talent show, part scornful send-up of contemporary culture, Fire in the Machine is a wildly energetic performance piece from youth

'La Sylphide' at Palais Garnier, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Opéra National de Paris - Palais Garnier will stage "La Sylphide" by Pierre Lacotte from July 1 to July 16, 2017.Seized by doubts on the eve of his wedding to Effie, the young James is visi…

Rob Delaney: 'If I'm not feeling funny about something, that's fine' by Simon Hattenstone

He made his name as the funniest person on Twitter. But can the Catastrophe writer and star make light of dark times?Catastrophe: noun; an event causing great and usually sudden damage or su…

THE WILD PARTY " The Other Palace by Johnny Fox

There is an incredible array of top talent assembled " powerful singers, athletic dancers and intelligent actors " but The Wild Party lacks the wit and humour of Chicago so that its effect i…

"Billy Elliot": Music & Dance Delight by Elton John, at Berkeley Playhouse by Bdhorwitz

A Boy Learns to Dance, Coal Miners Learn to Strike! by Barry David Horwitz In 1981, Margaret Thatcher's Conservative British government announced a plan to close 23 coal-mines in Northern En…

Disney's "The Lion King" at Lyceum Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Lyceum Theatre in London will be hosting Disney's myth making creation ''The Lion King'', on stage through 23rd February up to 9th July, 2017.Director Julie Taymor provides a brilliant theat…

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Young Vic, SE1 by Libby Purves

GUEST CRITIC LUKE JONES GROPES FOR DIAMONDS IN THE MUD   Timothy Spall tells a good story – bear with me – about performing a Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Nationa…

Legend, Miranda, Bareilles make Oscar rehearsals musical by Sandy Cohen

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Lin-Manuel Miranda owned Friday's Oscar rehearsals. He sang a tune from "La La Land," posed like John Travolta in "Saturday Nig…

'An American in Paris' at Dominion Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

London's Dominion Theatre will host the musical "An American in Paris," written by Craig Lucas, from March 4 through September 30.The play is directed by Christopher Wheeldon. Insp…

St. Louis Art Museum goes mad for hats by Debra D. Bass St. Louis Post-Dispatch

An Edgar Degas exhibit featuring hats and paintings, inspired by a $10 million acquisition 10 years ago, has debuted at the St. Louis Art Museum.

Tennessee Williams paintings highlight 2017 festival by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Many performers will appear in Williams' works

Fans in Japan rush to get Murakami book with esoteric title by Mari Yamaguchi Associated Press

TOKYO ' Fans of Haruki Murakami rushed to Japanese bookstores Friday to get his latest work with an esoteric title.

Obama Takes In a Broadway Show, but Shuns the Spotlight by Sopan Deb

The former president, who has kept a low profile since leaving office in January, visited New York to see "The Price" with his eldest daughter, Malia.

Obama returns to Broadway to see Arthur Miller's 'The Price' by Associated Press

NEW YORK " The Obamas just can't quit Broadway.Former President Barack Obama and his daughter Malia Obama have caught a new revival of Arthur Miller's "The Price." They attended the play st…

Review: Outside the Box by Michael Block

By Michael BlockLet's not bury the lead. The Object Lesson is an extraordinary work of art. New York Theatre Workshop is known for taking risks. The Object Lesson is a giant risk. One that p…

Cush Jumbo: 'No matter how successful you are, there is always the question " what next?' by Interview By Kate Kellaway

The British actor on her New York debut in her solo show as Josephine Baker, dealing with racism, and the importance of seizing the momentWhat made you decide to become an actor?I didn't eve…

Ramin Karimloo, Will Chase, Andrea Martin and More Take Part in 'CONCERT FOR AMERICA' Tonight at The Town Hall by BroadwayWorld

CONCERT FOR AMERICA STAND UP, SING OUT, featuring Ingrid Michaelson, Ellen Burstyn, Ramin Karimloo, Will Chase, Andrea Martin, Dana Ivey, Emily Skinner, Keala Settle, Rema Webb, Martha Wash,…

Broadway-Bound SOUSATZKA, Starring Victoria Clark, Starts Tonight in Toronto by BroadwayWorld

The world premiere engagement of SOUSATZKA, with book by Craig Lucas, music by David Shire, and lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr., based on the original novel 'Madame Sousatzka' by Bernice Ruben…

President Barack Obama and Daughter Malia Visit THE PRICE on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

President Barack Obama and his daughter Malia were in the audience for The Price on Broadway tonight at Roundabout Theatre Company.

When the Biographer of the Stars Looks At Her Own Life by Harry Haun

After chronicling the lives of Brando, Fonda and more, and a lifelong friendship with Audrey Hepburn Patricia Bosworth reports on her own life.

Tyne Daly Stars in Jerry Herman's Dear World Beginning Feb. 25 by Olivia Clement

Ann Harada, Alison Fraser, and Lenny Wolpe co-star in the concert staging from the York Theatre Company.

Victoria Clark Is Sousatzka in New Broadway-Aimed Musical, Beginning Feb. 25 in Toronto by Andrew Gans

The production also marks the return of troubled Canadian producer Garth Drabinsky.

Spend a Two Show Day at A Bronx Tale on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Bradley Gibson shows us what it’s like to do a double-duty day at the Longacre Theatre.

What's Hot in London Feb. 25"March 3 by Olivia Clement

The latest casting news, and an overview of how critics reviewed two major openings: The Girls, and The Wild Party.

Watch Live Stream of Concert for America, with Ramin Karimloo, Will Chase, Andrea Martin, Emily Skinner by Andrew Gans

The second concert in the monthly benefit series, presented February 25 at The Town Hall, will be live-streamed by Playbill.com.