Composer

Songs for a New World is not just a musical—it’s a thrilling theatrical experience that dives deep into the heart of human emotion. Created by Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown, this powerful stage production blends the passion of pop, the soul of gospel, and the finesse of contemporary musical theatre into a dynamic song cycle that explores life-altering moments of change.

Songs for a New World

Duling Hall 

Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt (Dear Evan Hansen, Pitch Perfect, Parade) and Golden Globe and NBR winner Rachel Zegler (Evita, The Hunger Games, West Side Story), two of the most dynamic and celebrated performers of their generation, star together in a very special new concert staging of Jason Robert Brown’s The Last Five Years playing from Tuesday 24 to Sunday 29 March.

The Last Five Years

The London Palladium

Based on the best-selling novel, and developed by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (The Last Five Years, Parade, Songs for a New World) and Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman, The Bridges of Madison County captures the lyrical expanse of America’s heartland along with the yearning entangled in the eternal question, “What if…?” Winner of the 2014 Tony Award for Best Score and Orchestrations, this sweeping romance is about the roads we travel, the doors we open and the bridges we dare to cross. This beautiful drama will leave audiences breathless.

The Bridges of Madison County

Music & Arts Community Center - Gulf Coast Symphony

Get into the holiday groove with a jazzy, joyful celebration! From Tchaikovsky’s Snow Maiden to A Charlie Brown Christmas, plus swinging Christmas favorites with the Dirty River Jazz Band and vocalist Faith Evangeline, this concert will have you tapping your toes and feeling festive. The New Braunfels Children’s Chorus adds their magic to the mix!

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Christmas in New Orleans

Texas Lutheran University

TEEN PRODUCTION! Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County) 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out!

Country Meadows Retirement Community

Join us for this FREE family-friendly concert presented by the City of Portsmouth! Give your brain a rest and spend a heart-felt and nerve-free evening under the stars at Opera & Oz with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Soprano Symone Harcum. Let the melodious sounds of the VSO send you over the rainbow as you enjoy beloved pieces like “O mio babbino caro” from Gianni Schicchi, “Home” from The Wiz, “The Rainbow Connection”, Selections from Wicked, and more!

Opera & Oz: Symphony on the River

Portsmouth City Park

Join us for this FREE family-friendly concert presented by the Cavalier Hotel, and sponsored by TowneBank; TowneBank Mortgage; Towne Insurance! Give your brain a rest and spend a heart-felt and nerve-free evening under the stars at Opera & Oz with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Soprano Symone Harcum. Let the melodious sounds of the VSO send you over the rainbow as you enjoy beloved pieces like “O mio babbino caro” from Gianni Schicchi, “Home” from The Wiz, “The Rainbow Connection”, Selections from Wicked, and more!

Opera & Oz: Symphony on the Lawn

The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club

Join us for this FREE family-friendly concert presented by the Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism on the Bagley Stage! Give your brain a rest and spend a heart-felt and nerve-free evening under the stars at Opera & Oz with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Soprano Symone Harcum. Let the melodious sounds of the VSO send you over the rainbow as you enjoy beloved pieces like “O mio babbino caro” from Gianni Schicchi, “Home” from The Wiz, “The Rainbow Connection”, Selections from Wicked, and more!

Opera & Oz: Symphony Under the Stars

Chesapeake City Park

Based on the best-selling novel, the Oscar-nominated film starring Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood, and developed by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County follows Francesca Johnson, a beautiful Italian woman who married an American soldier to flee war-ravaged Italy. She looks forward to a rare four days alone on her Iowa farm when her family heads to the 1965 State Fair. When ruggedly handsome, National Geographic photographer, Robert Kincaid, pulls into her driveway seeking directions, though, what happens in those four days may very well alter the course of Francesca's life.

Berkeley Street Theatre

Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Bridges of Madison County), delivers ballads of every shade in this emotionally powerful and intimate musical about two New Yorkers in their twenties who fall in and out of love over the course of five years. The show's unconventional structure consists of Cathy telling her story backwards while Jamie tells his story chronologically. Named one of the 10 best shows of 2001 by TIME Magazine this brilliant musical, with a fantastic score that has become a modern classic. Captivating both audiences and critics earning it a Drama Desk Award (music and lyrics), a film adaptation and productions around the world.

Associated Bank Theater Center

THE LAST FIVE YEARS follows two New Yorkers, rising author Jamie (Grammy Award® and Golden Globe nominee Nick Jonas) and aspiring actress Cathy (Tony Award® winner Adrienne Warren), as they fall in and out of love over the course of five years.

Hudson Theatre

Join us as we explore the profound experiences of growing up LGBTQ+ and the relationships with those who raised us. Through the transformative power of music, we reflect on self-discovery, acceptance, and the bonds that shape our lives.

Hear My Song

Cathedral of St. John the Divine

Francesca builds herself a home in Iowa, raising two children and settling into a steady but unremarkable routine. Then one day, she meets Robert, a charismatic photographer, who awakens her passion and changes her life forever. With a gorgeous Tony Award-winning score by Jason Robert Brown (Last Five Years, Parade) and moving book by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Marsha Norman (The Color Purple, The Secret Garden), The Bridges of Madison County is a ravishing story about the choices we make for love.

Forum Theatre

After making his Center debut last season and delighting audiences with his humor, anecdotes, and beloved music, Jason Robert Brown takes the stage once more for a wonderful cabaret performance, this time, featuring Anika Noni Rose!

Jason Robert Brown w/ Anika Noni Rose

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

This performance is free and open to the general public.

Faculty Recital: Dr. Nicholas Miguel, baritone & Dr. Yeon-Kyung Kim, piano

Western Illinois University

This lively musical based on the 1992 film tells the story ofJack, who promised his dying mother he’d never marry but falls in love with Betsy.When he finally decides to propose in Las Vegas, a charming gambler threatens to steal Betsy away, leading to a madcap adventure filled with unforgettable songs and hilarious moments.

Honeymoon in Vegas

Diamond Head Theatre

Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical brilliance at the "Broadway Showstoppers with NY Phil" event, part of the Orchestral Series at Bravo Vail. This spectacular performance is scheduled for Sunday, July 21, 2024, at 6pm, taking place at the iconic Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail, Colorado.

Under the baton of Tony Award-winning conductor and musical director, Ted Sperling, the New York Philharmonic will bring to life an irresistible program featuring a selection of Broadway's most celebrated showstoppers. The evening promises to be a journey through many decades of award-winning musicals, highlighted by the talents of vocalists Ashley Brown and Ryan Silverman.

**Program Highlights Include:**
- Classics by Rodgers and Hammerstein, including the Overture to South Pacific and selections from The Sound of Music.
- Timeless pieces by Cole Porter from Kiss Me Kate and The New Yorkers.
- Favorites from Guys and Dolls by Frank Loesser and iconic tunes by Bernstein, Comden, and Green from On the Town and Wonderful Town.
- Stephen Sondheim's "Being Alive" from Company, Irving Berlin's "Old-Fashioned Wedding" from Annie Get Your Gun, and more contemporary pieces from musicals like Wicked, Dear Evan Hansen, and Thoroughly Modern Millie.

This evening also features the unique lawn screen experience, allowing guests to enjoy the concert under the stars with the beautiful backdrop of Vail.

**Venue Details:**
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater
530 S Frontage Rd E, Vail, CO 81657

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Broadway in the heart of Vail with the New York Philharmonic. Get your tickets now and prepare for an evening filled with unforgettable melodies and stellar performances.

Broadway Showstoppers With Ny Phil

Vail Recreation District Sports Department - Ford Park

This modern musical ingeniously chronicles the five-year life of a marriage forwards and backwards - from meeting to break-up and from break-up to meeting.

Grand Theatre Ontario

It's about one moment. It's about hitting the wall and having to make a choice... or take a stand... or turn around and go back. In this uplifting award-winning show, the lives of four characters get wrapped up in a song cycle that’s trapped in the contemporary news cycle. Jason Robert Brown is an American-Jewish musical theatre composer and playwright. Brown's music sensibility fuses pop-rock stylings with theatrical lyrics. He is the recipient of three Tony Awards for his work on Parade and The Bridges of Madison County.

Winnipeg Jewish Theatre

Join us for an enchanting afternoon of vocal music as Megan Fleischmann, a talented soprano from the Northwestern Bienen School of Music, presents her Master of Music recital. This special performance will take place on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 12:00pm CDT in the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, a venue renowned for its stunning acoustics and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.

Under the guidance of her instructor, Karen Brunssen, Megan will showcase her vocal prowess through a diverse repertoire. Accompanied by Jason Carlson on piano, the program will feature a selection of pieces that span various styles and emotions. Highlights include "Glamorous Life" from Stephen Sondheim's *A Little Night Music*, selections from Liza Lehmann's *The Daisy-Chain*, and pieces from Ricky Ian Gordon's *A Horse with Wings*. The recital will also feature "Stars and Moon" from Jason Robert Brown's *Songs for a New World*, Benjamin Britten's *On This Island, Op. 11*, and selected songs by Florence Price.

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available, ensuring that no one misses out on this showcase of emerging talent. Don't miss this opportunity to support a rising star in the world of opera and vocal performance at one of the most prestigious music schools in the country.

Location: Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States.

Megan Fleischmann, soprano

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

Delight in the traditional Christmas carols and festive folksongs from around the world. Big, bold versions of your favorite holiday music, sung as only the Los Angeles Master Chorale can. Fun for the whole family, children aged six and older are welcome to attend

Festival of Carols

Walt Disney Concert Hall

For this unique performance, Tony Award-winning composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown (Mr. Saturday Night, Parade, 13, The Last Five Years) will incorporate an eclectic mix of material, featuring music from his shows and solo albums throughout his acclaimed career.

Jason Robert Brown

Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center

**Event: The Bridges of Madison County at Signature Theatre**

**Dates:** August 8 - September 17, 2023

**Location:** Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, Virginia 22206

**Overview:**
"The Bridges of Madison County," a sweeping musical romance, graces the stage of Signature Theatre, bringing to life the best-selling novel with the same name. This captivating tale of desire and sacrifice is set against the backdrop of a gorgeous Tony Award-winning score by Jason Robert Brown and a moving book by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Marsha Norman. The story unfolds in Iowa, where Francesca, an Italian war bride, finds her life forever changed by an encounter with Robert, a charismatic photographer.

**Specialty Nights:**
- **Pride Night:** August 25, 2023
- **Masks Required Performances:** August 20, 2PM & September 12, 7:30PM
- **ASL Interpreted Performance:** September 14, 2023

**Running Time:** Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.

**Age Recommendation:** Recommended for ages 17 and up due to sexual content, cigarette smoking (herbal), and theatrical haze.

**Cast & Creative Team Highlights:**
- **Francesca:** Erin Davie
- **Robert:** Mark Evans
- **Directed by:** Ethan Heard
- **Music & Lyrics by:** Jason Robert Brown
- **Book by:** Marsha Norman

**What to Expect:**
Audiences can expect a ravishing story that explores the choices made for love, accompanied by a Tony Award-winning score that has been praised as one of the great scores of the last 25 years. The New York Times lauds the music as "rich fare to feast on," promising an emotionally charged experience that combines stellar performances with exquisite musical arrangements.

**Tickets:** Available for purchase. Special subscription options are also offered for those interested in attending multiple shows at Signature Theatre.

**Additional Information:**
For more details on content warnings, seating charts for ASL interpreted performances, and to buy tickets, visit Signature Theatre's official website or contact the box office at 703 820 9771.

Join us for a memorable journey through the heartlands of America, exploring the depths of love and the sacrifices it demands, in "The Bridges of Madison County."

the bridges of madison county

Signature Theatre

Students of Dan Callaway’s musical theater voice studio perform a selection of songs from a range of musical theater repertoire.

Studio Recital: Dan Callaway Voice Studio

Boston Conservatory at Berklee

A hilarious, coming-of-age musical about discovering that “cool” is sometimes where we least expect it.

Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County) 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out! Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following his parents divorce. Surrounded by an array of simpleminded middle school students, he needs to establish his place in the popularity pecking order. Can he situate himself on a comfortable link of the food chain... or will he dangle at the end with the outcasts?!?

Class Act Theater

Intimate and bittersweet, Jason Robert Brown's powerful, award-winning musical chronicles the triumphs, heartbreak, and intricacies of two artists in New York City. Cathy, a struggling actress, and Jamie, a literary prodigy, are in love but chasing their dreams to extents they may or may not admit to each other. Fall in and out of love with this hit musical deconstruction and compelling introspection that alternates through time. The musical's unconventional structure unfolds as Cathy tells her story in reverse, from the end of their relationship, and Jamie tells his chronologically, from the beginning. The two come together once – perhaps for the first time – at their wedding in the middle of the show.

Chattanooga Theatre Centre

Students of Marilyn Bulli's classical voice and musical theater studios perform musical theater and classical repertoire.

Studio Recital: Marilyn Bulli Classical Voice and Musical Theater Voice Studios

Students of Kerry Deal's classical voice and musical theater voice studios perform a selection of songs from classical works and Broadway, accompanied by pianists Patricia Au and Lisa DeSiro.

Studio Recital: Kerry Deal Classical Voice and Musical Theater Voice Studios

Adapted from Teatro San Diego’s successful production streamed during the Covid-19 pandemic, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is a gorgeous song cycle by Jason Robert Brown, composer of Parade, Bridges of Madison County, and The Last Five Years.  Having the common theme of making a difficult and important decision, each song and performer represents a form of social injustice in America such as Feminism, White Privilege, Gender Equality, and Racial Justice.

Composer

Jason Robert Brown

Events

Past events

24 - 25 Apr, 2026

Songs for a New World · Opera Mississippi

24 - 29 Mar, 2026

The Last Five Years · LW Theatres

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