BWW Q&A: Trent Stork of Disney's FROZEN at Paramount TheatreOctober 24, 2024The first locally staged production of Disney’s Frozen the Broadway Musical is receiving its Midwest Regional Premiere at the historic Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora. The cast will feature Emily Kristen Morris in her Paramount debut as Elsa. Beth Stafford Laird, Belle in Paramount’s Beauty and the Beast in 2019, plays Anna.
Singer and Actor Jack Jones Dies at 86October 24, 2024Jack Jones, the renowned American singer and actor best known for his smooth pop vocals and contributions to the Great American Songbook, passed away on October 23, 2024, at the age of 86. Jones's career spanned over six decades, during which he won two Grammy Awards and received a total of five nominations.
Candlelight Vigil Held For Missing Broadway Dancer Zelig WilliamsOctober 18, 2024A candlelight vigil was held at Southeast Park on Wednesday night in honor of missing Broadway performer Zelig Williams, a 28-year-old Columbia native who has been missing since October 3rd. Friends, family, and supporters gathered to offer prayers and express their love and hopes for Williams’ safe return.
Youth Production Of THE LITTLE MERMAID Will Go On After Garden Theatre ClosureOctober 18, 2024The sudden closure of the Garden Theatre on October 2, 2024, left patrons without refunds and disrupted youth productions, including a rendition of The Little Mermaid involving nearly 40 children. Thanks to efforts by parents and city officials, the production will now go on as originally planned.