Category Archives: Music

Celebrating 217 Years of Entertainment at Walnut Street Theatre

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Walnut Street Theatre (WST) America’s Oldest Theatre and a National Historic Landmark, is thrilled to unveil its 217th season of live entertainment, marking its 43rd season as a not-for-profit producing theatre company. This year’s dynamic lineup features five extraordinary productions that celebrate iconic moments, extraordinary stories, and the shared human experience. From toe-tapping musicals to thought-provoking plays, WST invites audiences to be part of legends in the making.

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Discover the Magic of Elf The Broadway Musical at Walnut Street Theatre

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Nic Rouleau and Ensemble. Photo by Mark Garvin.

As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better way to embrace the festive spirit than with the Walnut Street Theatre’s (WST) enchanting production of Elf The Broadway Musical. Continuing their remarkable 216th season, WST brings the beloved story of Buddy the elf from the North Pole to the bustling streets of New York City. This delightful musical, based on one of the most cherished holiday films, is a heartwarming and joyous experience for audiences of all ages.

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A Call to Action: The Importance of Voting in Melissa Manchester’s New Song

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A brand-new original get-out-and-vote song, “‘Til We Remember Who We Are,” written and recorded by GRAMMY award-winning singer, songwriter, and actress Melissa Manchester, is out today.

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Steve Perry Announces New Holiday Album: The Season 3

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One of the most iconic voices in rock & roll history, Steve Perry, announces The Season 3 out November 8 via Dark Horse Records. The album expands on Perry’s exquisitely curated 2021 holiday album The Season, which revealed him as a flawless interpreter of the classic Christmas songbook. The Season 3 includes six newly recorded songs including “Jingle Bell Rock” and “Let It Snow,” as well as a moving duet with his late father, Ray Perry.

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Jersey Boys Review: Experience the Magic at Walnut Street Theatre

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As the Walnut Street Theatre kicked off its 216th season, the excitement was palpable with the arrival of the Broadway musical phenomenon Jersey Boys. This captivating show began previews on October 1 and runs through November 3. I attended opening night and was blown away by this exhilarating journey into the heart of one of America’s most iconic pop bands, The Four Seasons.

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STYX Announces Terry Gowan As New Bass Player

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Legendary group STYX begins its tour in the Maritimes and Quebec this evening and will play shows in Moncton (5/17), Summerside (5/18), Halifax (5/19), Laval (5/21), Trois-Rivières Rivières (5/22), Alma (5/24) and Quebec City (5/25). Tickets are available HERE. Juno Award winner and bilingual artist from Fredericton David Myles, heir to Johnny Cash, JJ Cale and Buddy Holly will open for all shows.

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Bon Jovi Releases New Single And Announces 16th Studio Album, Forever

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Bon Jovi, the legendary Grammy Award®-winning band and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, are keeping the celebration of their 40th anniversary alive with the release of their latest single, ‘Legendary,’ along with a captivating music video, now available via EMI. This monumental track serves as a thrilling precursor to Bon Jovi’s highly anticipated 16th studio album ‘Forever’ slated for release on June 7, 2024. Fans can now secure their copies of the album through an exclusive pre-order option, which offers a range of enticing packages including coloured vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and limited edition signed copies. An exclusive run of Ocean Waves coloured vinyl will also feature a unique instant photo of Jon Bon Jovi himself.

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Join Walnut Street Theatre on the Journey of a Lifetime with Beautiful — The Carole King Musical

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Walnut Street Theatre (WST) ends its 215th season with the highly  anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. This inspiring true story of Carole King’s  remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame features 20 multitalented performers and a live orchestra. The show begins previews on March 26, opens April  3, and will close out the 215th season on May 5. 

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Daryl Hall and Elvis Costello Announce 2024 Summer Tour

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Daryl Hall and Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton have announced a co-headlining summer run across North America. The 22-city tour kicks off on June 2 at McMenamins Edgefield in Troutdale, OR making stops at Los Angeles’ The Greek Theatre, Las Vegas’ Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Toronto’s Budweiser Stage, Boston’s MGM Music Hall at Fenway, New York’s Radio City Music Hall and many more before wrapping up in Vienna, VA at Wolf Trap Filene Center on July 25. 

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Dolly Parton Joins Melissa Manchester in a Duet of Her Classic Hit Song, Midnight Blue

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Iconic Grammy-winning artists Melissa Manchester and Dolly Parton join forces to unveil the captivating focus track “Midnight Blue,” a highlight of Manchester’s eagerly awaited 25th studio album, RE:VIEW. Released by Green Hill Productions, this latest offering is a reflective and heartfelt ode to Manchester’s illustrious 50-year career in the music industry, weaving pop, soul, and soft rock into a memorable musical tapestry that commemorates this landmark anniversary with a songbook of timeless classics.

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