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Opens: January 24, 2025
Closing: February 22, 2025
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At ten years old, Martin Hill was on the brink of stardom, down to the final two contenders for the role of Harry Potter but narrowly missing out. Now an adult, Martin is about to embark on the ultimate adventure – fatherhood. As he navigates this whirlwind of emotions, he is pulled back to that pivotal moment in his past as he struggled to move beyond imagining what his life might have been.



Second Best is a playful yet poignant new comedy about fate, near-misses and the winding paths life takes. It explores the ache of almost touching greatness and the humour and hope that come when dreams remain just out of reach. A story about the tender moments that shape

us, Second Best is for anyone who has ever wondered about the road not taken, and whether the other life would have been as glittering as it looks.



Starring Asa Butterfield (Netflix’s Sex Education) in his stage debut, written by Barney Norris, based on David Foenkinos’ best-selling novel and directed by Michael Longhurst.



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HOT CLOWN SEX Returns To The Newport Theater This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2024


Join Chicago's HOT CLOWN SEX as they return to the Newport Theater with a 'Breast Of' show. Expect an evening of debauchery, delight, and explosive physical comedy from this ensemble of erotic clowns. Shows run every Friday from April 12th-May 10th.

Video: EELS Unveil Music Video For New Single 'Time'
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2024


Discover the latest music video from EELS for their new single 'Time'. Directed by Gus Black, the new video depicts the passage of time and circle of life through a series of intimate images depicting three generations of Everetts: E's father, parallel universe theory author Hugh Everett III, E and E's son Archie.

Clone Roses and Friends Will Pay Tribute to Manchester Music Giants at Parr Hall
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2024


The Clone Roses are returning to one of their favourite venues for the ‘ultimate Manchester night out'. Learn more about the performance here!

Vir Das's MIND FOOL to Tour Australia Beginning in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024


Vir Das will bring his latest show 'Mind Fool' to Australia in May. Get information about dates, tickets, and more here!

Interview: How Keke Palmer & Stephanie Hsu Relate to THE SECOND BEST HOSPITAL IN THE GALAXY
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2024


Keke Palmer and Stephanie Hsu's talents have taken them to The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy. The new adult animated series follows Dr. Sleech (Hsu) and Dr. Klak (Palmer) as they shed light on mental illness through comedy. Watch a video of them discussing the series' impact, what they enjoy about voicing animated characters, and more.

HATE TO LOVE: NICKELBACK to Premiere in Cinemas
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2024


“Hate To Love: Nickelback” tells the authentic story about the band from their humble beginnings in Hanna Alberta, to their explosive global success in 2001 and the highs and lows that followed. Directed by Leigh Brooks and produced by Ben Jones, the film celebrates the loyalty of Nickelback fans. Watch the video trailer now!

Video: Prime Video Drops THE SECOND BEST HOSPITAL IN THE GALAXY Trailer
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2024


Tracee Ellis Ross (American Fiction, Black-ish), Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live, Fire Island), Abbi Jacobson (Broad City), Jay Ellis (Top Gun: Maverick, Insecure), Andrew Dismukes (Saturday Night Live), Lennon Parham (Minx), Gary Anthony Williams (Night Court), and John Waters (Hairspray) will all make appearances. Watch the video!

Long-Lost 80's Techno-Pop Band Vivabeat Remastered Reissues Confirmed For March From Rubellan Remasters
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2024


Rubellan is releasing two separate projects simultaneously — a dramatically elevated edition of Vivabeat's debut album, Party in the War Zone, including ten bonus tracks gleaned from the years after the original release, and The House is Burning, a limited edition, purple and blue colored-vinyl, best-of package.

BRETT GOLDSTEIN: THE SECOND BEST NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE Comes to NJPAC This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024


New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes Ted Lasso, double Emmy winner, comedian, celebrated actor, writer, producer, and podcaster Brett Goldstein, as he brings his live stand-up tour, “The Second Best Night of Your Life.” to Newark, New Jersey on Saturday, January 27 at 6:00 pm.

Brett Goldstein Adds Third St. Louis Show
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2024


Comedian Brett Goldstein announced an additional St. Louis show to his The Second Best Night of Your Life tour to the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Saturday, May 18 at 4:00 p.m.  The already announced shows on Friday, May 17 at 7:00 p.n. and Saturday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. are sold out.

JC Santos and Cedrick Juan: Exemplary Theater Peers
by Jude Cartalaba - Jan 9, 2024


JC Santos and Cedrick Juan are theater actors who crossed into mainstream entertainment, offering what they can as stage-trained artists. However, their triumphs in their careers and the now extended annual Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) didn't come as an overnight success.

Comedian Brett Goldstein Adds Second Show in St. Louis
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2023


Comedian Brett Goldstein announced an additional St. Louis date to his The Second Best Night of Your Life tour to the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Saturday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. The already announced show on Friday, May 17 is sold out.

Brett Goldstein Announces Live Show THE SECOND BEST NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE At Providence Performing Arts Center, March 28
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2023


Brett Goldstein brings his comedy tour “The Second Best Night of Your Life” to the Providence Performing Arts Center.

Listen: Hear Christopher Plummers Vocals on 'Edelweiss' & More on THE SOUND OF MUSIC Super Deluxe Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023


With an alternate version of “Edelweiss,” the Super Deluxe Edition offers never-before-heard alternate takes of the film’s iconic songs, including such favorites as “My Favorite Things” featuring Julie Andrews and cast, “The Sound of Music,” “Something Good,” “Sixteen Going On Seventeen,” “Maria,” and over 40 other previously unreleased tracks.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 1st, 2023
by - Dec 1, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 1, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.

Nickelback Add European Dates to 'Get Rollin'' World Tour
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


After a 2023 North American run, the European tour, produced by Live Nation, will hit 12 cities across 8 countries kicking off on Thursday 16 May at Glasgow's OVO Hydro in Scotland, with stops in Manchester, London, Birmingham, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Cologne, Zurich, Bologna, Vienna, and Prague. Don't miss out on these 12 dates across 8 countries!

Gamm Theatre Adds Performance of HANGMEN This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2023


Gamm Theatre has added a performance of HANGMEN. Don't miss this thrilling production!

Review: The Gamm's Deliciously Dark HANGMEN
by Andria Tieman - Nov 6, 2023


The trouble with a Martin McDonagh play performed at The Gamm, is that it’s inevitably going to be too good.  McDonagh is a master of inky black comedy, and The Gamm have now presented five of his plays over the years, so it’s been fascinating to watch Gamm regulars find new places in the McDonagh-verse, and really lean into the sinister aspects of these plays.  However, for the person who has to write a review of this nearly-flawless show, it’s a somewhat daunting experience.  How do you describe a show so dark using only positive adjectives?  If McDonagh reads this review, will he dismiss it as hackneyed fluff?  Thankfully, he will never read this, so I can say unequivocally–this show is great, go see it.

Photos: First Look at the New England Premiere of HANGMEN at the Gamm
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2023


All new production photos have been released from the New England premiere of Martin McDonagh's Hangmen at The Gamm.  Check out the photos here!

Audition For A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Oct 11, 2023


Theatre 29 and Director Katie Fleischman will be holding open auditions for a live stage production adapted from Charles M Schulz’s timeless story and featuring the music of Vince Guaraldi. The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang sing, dance, and discover the true meaning of Christmas.

The Gamm Stages New England Premiere Of Martin McDonagh's Comedy-Mystery Hit HANGMEN
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023


Martin McDonagh's HANGMEN comes to The Gamm Theatre. Don't miss this thrilling production of McDonagh's dark comedy.

Gloria Estefan Teams Up With Michael Greif, Alex Lacamoire, Emily Estefan and Karen Zacarías On New Musical FIVE NOTES
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023


Music icon Gloria Estefan has revealed that she is currently at work on a new original musical with her daughter, Emily Estefan. 

Video: Nickelback Drops 'High Time' Music Video
by Michael Major - Sep 21, 2023


Nickelback’s Get Rollin’ tour holds the #7 spot on Pollstar’s LIVE75 chart which ranks worldwide active tours by average tickets sold for shows performed over the last 30 days. In April 2024, Nickelback will join Morgan Wallen, Eric Church, Post Malone, Hardy, Diplo, Wiz Khalifa, Bailey Zimmerman and more. Watch the video!

The Kolors Launch English Version of Hit Track 'Italodisco'
by Michael Major - Sep 15, 2023


The Kolors, has just unveiled their anticipated English language release, 'ITALODISCO (English Version),' via Elektra Entertainment. The track is available to stream on all platforms now. This exciting version follows the remarkable success of 'ITALODISCO,' which achieved 2x Platinum status in Italy and has rapidly gained momentum across Europe.

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