“Kiss of the Spider Woman” in a Powerful New Revival—at A Noise Within by Jeanette Quick

Millennial Notes Manuel Puig’s Gender-Bending Political Love Story Still Shines by Jeanette Quick “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” now playing at A Noise Within in Pasadena, is a complex an…

Rialto Chatter: Is Keanu Reeves Headed For Broadway?

Film actor Keanu Reeves may be planning to make his Broadway debut in a Sanuel Beckett classic.

The Welders playwrights’ collective names next generation by News Desk

Four talented DC theater artists to become Welders 4.0 in January 2024.

Bob Fosse’s Dancin’ ****1/2 by Barry Gordin

By: Isa Goldberg April 5, 2023: What is joie de vivre, if not “Dancin’”! With direction and staging by Wayne Cilento, Bob Fosse’s explosive choreography gets a rousing revival on …

Maude Apatow Shines in 'Little Shop of Horrors' - The Observer

In the comment section of an Instagram post by Playbill.com announcing her stage debut, many of the comments were simply calling her a “nepo baby ...

Shucked review – corny musical brings country to Broadway - The Guardian

The playbill and posters feature a single radiant ear with twinkling kernels; promo photos have the cast grasping full-grown stalks in a faux ...

Kristy Cates to Debut New Solo Show CHECK YOUR PLAYBILL at 54 Below

54 Below, Broadway's Tony Award winning Supper Club, will host the premiere of Kristy Cates' new solo show CHECK YOUR PLAYBILL on Tuesday, ...

"Prologue" DARK DISABLED STORIES | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

Check out a clip from the prologue of Ryan J Haddad's DARK DISABLED STORIES Video Description: Dickie Hearts and Ryan J. Haddad stand on a stage with pink flooring and a pink wall behind t…

Broadway Update by Barry Gordin

B’way Update: Window Replaces Sign By: David Sheward April 5, 2023: Donald Trump's 34-count indictment isn't the only big news coming out of Manhattan this week. The revival of Lorrain…

A Little Life review – James Norton’s sexually abused lawyer is spared no misery by Arifa Akbar

Harold Pinter theatre, LondonSome called it torture porn, others a masterpiece. Ivo van Hove brings Hanya Yanagihara’s novel to the West End, complete with spurting blood, relentless sadis…

Review: ‘A Little Life’ Is Quite a Lot by Matt Wolf

Self-harm, lashings, child prostitution, rape: Ivo van Hove’s adaptation of the 2015 novel tests the audience’s trauma threshold.

‘1984,’ ‘Manahatta’ and ‘Lifespan of a Fact’ to be part of Aurora’s 2023-24 season by Lily Janiak

The Berkeley company has long distinguished itself as the Bay Area’s theater of intellectual debate.

‘A Little Life’ Review: Ivo Van Hove’s Production of Hanya Yanagihara’s Novel Is More Admirable Than Moving by Brent Lang

The alacrity with which the entire audience leapt to its collective feet the second that Ivo van Hove’s production of the trauma-filled “A Little Life” ended tells us two things. First…

An Invitation from the Cast of MISCAST23 by MCC Theater

Eleri Ward, Jose Llana, and Lorna Courtney want to share their incredible MISCAST23 performance with you! GET TIX FOR VIRTUAL MISCAST23: mcctheater.org/miscast/ MCC Theater's MISCAST23 is …

MISCAST23 Streaming Virtually APRIL 10-16. by MCC Theater

The incredible MISCAST23 performances by Rachel Zegler, Jordan E. Cooper, & Bonnie Milligan can now be enjoyed from anywhere in the world for a limited time only! Join these stars of film an…

Photos & Video: Colman Domingo Hosts FAT HAM 'Juicy Disco'

See photos and videos from Colman Domingo-hosted 'JUICY DISCO' celebration in honor of Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames.

Comedian Alex Edelman’s Solo Show Just For Us to Open on Broadway by Caitlin Hornik

Following multiple extended off-Broadway runs in 2022, Alex Edelman’s one-man show, Just For Us, will open on Broadway this summer. The show will begin previews on June 22, 2023, at the Hu…

‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Voice Cast Guide: See the Faces Behind Mario, Peach, Donkey Kong and More by Zack Sharf

With the opening of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” in theaters, gaming’s most iconic character is coming to the big screen for the first time in 30 years. And if the movie meets box off…

Darkness of Light: Confessions of a Russian Traveler by Scotty Bennett

"Darkness of Light: Confessions of a Russian Traveler," written and directed by Michael Mailer and Alexander Kaletski, is a story of an artist's journey from the restrictions of one politica…

Cast Set for Jack Thorne's Supernatural Thriller Let the Right One In at Berkeley Rep by Andrew Gans

John Tiffany will direct the West Coast premiere of the National Theatre of Scotland production.

Eric Ulloa's Reindeer Sessions to Have World Premiere at Human Race Theater Company by Logan Culwell-Block

The holiday play will be directed by Igor Goldin at the Dayton, Ohio, theatre.

Educational Theatre Association Recognizes 25 Schools and Districts for Outstanding Student Theatre by Logan Culwell-Block

The Premier Communities for Theatre Education distinction recognizes schools' safe and robust theatre education programs.

Comedian Alex Edelman’s solo show ‘Just For Us’ to open on Broadway by Caitlin Hornik

Following multiple extended Off-Broadway runs in 2022, Alex Edelman’s one-man show, “Just For Us,” will open on Broadway this summer. The show will begin previews on June 22, 2023, at …

Everyone is invited into the story in ‘The Nosebleed’ at Woolly Mammoth by Gregory Ford

The exquisitely crafted performance, consisting of both scripted theater and unscripted communal storytelling, is clever, playful, tender, and poetic.

How New Legislation Could Redefine the Broadway Body by Margaret Hall

Bill INT 0209 aims to prohibit size and height discrimination in New York City, and it's welcomed by the theatre community.

‘Shucked’: How Actor Kevin Cahoon Found a Rare Nudie Suit for Premiere of New Broadway Show (EXCLUSIVE) by Jazz Tangcay

Actor Kevin Cahoon donned a famous Nudie Suit by iconic tailor Nudie Cohn to the Broadway red carpet premiere of “Shucked.“ The decorative rhinestone-covered suits — made famous by Elv…

Nominations for the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Off-Broadway by Deb Miller

This afternoon at 3 pm, Kimberly Akimbo stars Victoria Clark and Justin Cooley announced nominations in fifteen categories for the 38th annual Lucille Lortel Awards, founded by the eponymous…

April Fools Comedy Show Gets Serious Side Lighting From Marc Wasserman and CHAUVET Professional by Michael Eddy

At its best, comedy is most effective when it approaches the familiar from unique and interesting angles. Marc Wasserman believes that, in many instances, the same can also be said of live e…

Bandit Lites Supports CMT Music Award Winning Megan Moroney by Michael Eddy

Bandit Lites is immensely proud to share that it’s providing the lighting for country sensation Megan Moroney’s upcoming performances. The singer-songwriter went viral for “Tennessee O…

Pascale Armand, Alana Raquel Bowers, Kristin Dodson, More to Star in Off-Broadway's Bernarda's Daughters by Margaret Hall

Inspired by Federico García Lorca’s The House of Bernarda Alba, the play takes on gentrification and social strife in New York.

Abracadabra! It's Another Extension for Asi Wind's Inner Circle by Leah Putnam

The magician will continue his solo show run Off-Broadway through this summer.

Shakespeare Theatre trimmed ‘King Lear’ — and made it a box-office champ by Peter Marks

The sleek, streamlined “Lear” starring Patrick Page is something of a sensation.

Interview: Marisa Davila & Cheyenne Isabel Wells Talk Being the New PINK LADIES in the GREASE Prequel Series

Marisa Davila and Cheyenne Isabel Wells are creating Grease for a new generation in Rise of the Pink Ladies! Watch a video of two of the new Pink Ladies discussing the new stories that are r…

Randy Rainbow on his viral Trump indictment parody video: 'No choice but to really go for it' by Charles McNulty

Randy Rainbow talks about his latest music video, 'Grumpy Trumpy Felon From Jamaica in Queens!',' prompted by Donald Trump's recent indictment.

Wolf Play Leads 2023 Lucille Lortel Award Nominations; Read the Complete List of Nominees by Logan Culwell-Block

Kimberly Akimbo stars Victoria Clark and Justin Cooley made the announcement for the Off-Broadway theatrical honors.

Vanities – The Musical by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Although the women grow up and change over the 26 years we see them, Heifner’s book tends to stay away from politics and the women’s movement other than mentioning markers like Kennedy, …

How Broadway Got ‘Shucked’: The 12-Year Journey to a Riotous Production That Could Be the Musical-Comedy Sleeper of the Season by Chris Willman

The verdicts on the new Broadway musical-comedy “Shucked” are in, and the critics have asked you to lend them your ears — so to speak — as they’ve cobbled together their reactions …

2023 Lucille Lortel Award Nominations by Playbill

***** FOR BLACK BOYS … REVIEW – A MOVING MEDITATION ON BLACK MASCULINITY by Robert Shuman

(Anya Ryan’s article appeared in the Guardian, 4/2; Photo: Boyish energy … For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy. Photograph: Ali Wright.)  Apollo thea…

Video: Get a First Look at Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre

Get a first look at footage of the immersive production of Guys and Dolls, now playing at the Bridge Theatre! 

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, April 6-12, 2023 by Kyle V. Hiller

The weekly roundup features the School for Temporary Liveness, Leyendo a Fondo, and jazz at the Kimmel and the Rotunda. Kyle V. Hiller previews.

Lucille Lortel Award Nominations 2023. Off Broadway’s Best by Jonathan Mandell

Below are the nominations for the 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway.  Winners will be presented at the annual ceremony on Sunday, May 7, 2023, a…

Remembering Florence Van Leer Earle Nicholson Coates by Emily R. Zarevich

April is National Poetry Month, and Emily R. Zarevich recalls historic poet Florence Van Leer Earle Nicholson Coates, who paved the way for future generations of poets in Philadelphia.

Photos: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of SHUCKED

Shucked is officially open at the Nederlander Theatre! The stars came out to celebrate yesterday and BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for all of the excitement. Check out photos below!

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE, HARMONY & More Nominated for 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards - See the Full List!

Nominations for the 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway have been announced! See the full list!

Jōvan Dansberry: Favorite Step in Dancin' Broadway by Bob Fosse's Dancin' Broadway

Jōvan Dansberry shares his favorite move from the show. Keep a look out for this step when you join us at #DancinBway. https://dancinbway.com/ “FUN, LAUGHS, GOOD TIMES!” (NY Mag). Bo…

2023 Lucille Lortel Award Nominations: Watch Here! by Logan Culwell-Block

Kimberly Akimbo stars Victoria Clark and Justin Cooley are announcing this year's nominees for the Off-Broadway theatrical honors.

The NY Phil Story: Made in New York - Episode 1: The Founding by New York Philharmonic

For more than 180 years, the New York Philharmonic been making history here in the city we call home. The NY Phil Story: Made in New York is a podcast about the people, the music, and the ci…

Deathtrap at Boston University Stage Troupe - Performances April 6, 2023 to April 8, 2023 - Cover

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(no) pressure at Georgetown University - Performances April 20, 2023 to April 21, 2023 - Cover

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TO CATCH A THIEF to be Adapted Into a New Musical

Perry Street Theatricals has announced plans for a new musical, To Catch a Thief, which hopes to arrive on the London or New York stage sometime in the 2026-27 season.

HIGH DESERT Series Featuring Bernadette Peters to Premiere on Apple TV+ in May

The new eight-episode dark comedy starring Patricia Arquette, who also serves as executive producer, Matt Dillon, Christine Taylor, Weruche Opia, Brad Garrett, Bernadette Peters, Rupert Frie…

Cynthia Erivo to Host Talkback at FAT HAM This Week

Producer Cynthia Erivo will be hosting a talkback after Fat Ham's 7pm performance this Sunday, April 9th. See how to purchase tickets to Fat Ham!

Mosaic’s powerful ‘Unseen’ explores cost of looking away from suffering by Celia Wren

A top-notch cast anchors Mona Mansour’s penetrating 2017 play about a war photographer working in the Middle East.

Shaunda Miles McDill Is Pittsburgh Public’s New Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

McDill assumed her role at the end of February.

PICTURES FROM HOME Enters Final Four Weeks of Performances on Broadway

There are four weeks left to see Pictures From Home starring Nathan Lane, Zoë Wanamaker, and Danny Burstein, on Broadway.

'Luck Be a Lady': Watch Highlights From London's Immersive Guys and Dolls by Andrew Gans

Nicholas Hytner directs Daniel Mays, Andrew Richardson, Celinde Schoenmaker, and Marisha Wallace in the immersive production at The Bridge Theatre.

Review: In ‘A Soldier’s Play’ at CIBC Theatre, a great drama finally has its moment by Chris Jones

There was something apt about the opening of the national tour of “A Soldier’s Play” in Chicago on a night when the city elected its third Black mayor.

“Ruthless! The Musical”: An Oddly Enjoyable Delight—at Altarena by Rachel Norby

Millennial Notes Dana Anderson Imbues Psychopathy with Chilling Charm by Rachel Norby “Ruthless! The Musical” tells the story of eight-year-old Tina Denmark, a disturbed little girl who …

First Rehearsal: Grand Magic | Stratford Festival 2023 by Stratford Festival

Enjoy some of the best moments from the first rehearsal of this season's Grand Magic. We hope you can join us this season ❤️ GRAND MAGIC What the heart desires, the mind believes. May 6…

Ohio Venues in Dayton and Akron Announce their 2023-2024 Broadway Seasons by Matthew Herzog

Buyi Zama as Rafiki in Disney’s THE LION KING. Photo Deen van Meer. Dayton Live announces the Broadway in Dayton 2023-2024 Season, while Playhouse Square brings four new shows to E.J. Thom…

Kate Baldwin, Max von Essen, Marsha Mason & More to Star in THE ROYAL FAMILY Benefit Reading

Keen Company will present a benefit reading of The Royal Family by George Kaufman and Edna Ferber. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Kate Baldwin, Ali Ewoldt, Brenda Pressley, Max von Essen, More Set for The Royal Family Benefit Reading by Andrew Gans

Oscar nominee Marsha Mason will also be part of the cast of the Keen Company reading of the George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber play.

Video: The Company of SHUCKED Celebrates Opening Night

Broadway got a little but corny last night as Shucked celebrated its opening at the Nederlander Theatre. Watch as BroadwayWorld takes you behind the scenes with the cast and creative team in…

Stevie Walker-Webb to Direct María Irene Fornés' Life is a Dream; See Who's Starring by Leah Putnam

Fornés' adaptation of a 17th century play will play Baltimore Center Stage.

Disney's Live-Action The Little Mermaid Will Include New Songs, and Revised Lyrics in the Original Tunes by Logan Culwell-Block

Alan Menken and Lin-Manuel Miranda are teasing what new material fans can expect in the upcoming release, hitting movie theatres May 26.

Theater Preview: TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ST. LOUIS (“Tennessee Williams: A World of Light and Shadow”) by Lamont Williams

TWSL Expands to Year-Round Programming with 8th Annual Festival Returning September 7-17   “We lived in a world of light and shadow . . . But the shadow was almost as luminous as the li…

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

California gets its first theatre and a grand pageant, a choreographer preserves classic Broadway dance, and an early Paula Vogel work is staged in Canada.

Cats at the Peace Center by Jeff Catanese

Andrew Lloyd Webber mainstay has surprisingly little to offer besides sheer sensory overload.

Carmelo Anthony, Asani Swann Join Musical ‘The Harder They Come’ as Executive Producers (EXCLUSIVE) by Brent Lang

Carmelo Anthony has come on as an executive producer of “The Harder They Come,” a new stage musical that is about to finish a sold-out run at New York’s Public Theater. In addition, An…

Interview: Ann Harada & Jaime Camil on Returning to SCHMIGADOON! For Season Two

Ann Harada and Jaime Camil are back for a new season of Schmigadoon! The pair discusses why filming the show is like being in a 'theatre company,' hints of their season one characters coming…

Georgia Ensemble shifts to new Marietta base at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre by ArtsATL Staff

The Georgia Ensemble Theater will move to a new home base at... The post Georgia Ensemble shifts to new Marietta base at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre appeared first on ARTS ATL.

Finding Freedom and Feminism in Ballet. (It’s Possible.) by Gia Kourlas

With new books and a podcast taking another look at the legacy of George Balanchine and the culture of ballet, where does a modern ballerina stand?

On the Red Carpet: The Cast of Shucked Share Why Comedy and Country Music Is the Perfect Combination by Margaret Hall

Go inside the opening night of the new Broadway musical, where attendees included country music star Kacey Musgraves and Tariq (the corn kid).

Review: Kyle Abraham Takes on Cunningham and, as Always, Love by Gia Kourlas

Abraham and his company, A.I.M, returned to the Joyce Theater with a program of mixed repertory, including new dances and a Bebe Miller solo.

My Variety Review: "Shucked" on Broadway by Frank Rizzo

Some Broadway wags might have scoffed at the idea of a cornpone musical comedy and its punny promotions. But with its exuberance, heart and non-stop yucks, “Shucked” is the surprise deli…

Shereen Pimentel and Omar Lopez-Cepero Will Lead EVITA at A.R.T.

Evita at A.R.T. will star Shereen Pimentel, Omar Lopez-Cepero, Gabriel Burrafato, Caesar Samayoa, and Naomi Serrano.

Tony Nominee Shereen Pimentel and Omar Lopez-Cepero Will Lead EVITA at A.R.T.

Evita at A.R.T. will star Shereen Pimentel, Omar Lopez-Cepero, Gabriel Burrafato, Caesar Samayoa, and Naomi Serrano.

Too soon? by Marissa Oberlander

It feels early to stage a play set during, and concerning the effects of, the early days of COVID-19 on its characters. We can still feel those days intimately, given the short passing of ti…

Alex Edelman Will Make His Broadway Debut This Summer in Solo Show JUST FOR US

Alex Edelman will make his Broadway debut this summer in his solo show Just For Us.

Classics Gone Mad! to Feature Jay Armstrong Johnson, Linedy Genao, Nikki M. James, Daniel K. Isaac, More by Leah Putnam

Classic Stage Company has announced the line-up for its upcoming benefit hosted by Titanique and RuPaul's Drag Race star Rosé.

U.K. Premiere of Newsies Will Welcome New Cast Members by Andrew Gans

The Alan Menken, Jack Feldman, and Harvey Fierstein musical plays the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.

Watch: New York, New York Star Anna Uzele Sings 'But the World Goes 'Round' by Logan Culwell-Block

The new Broadway musical dropped by The Late Show, and Lin-Manuel Miranda shared which Hamilton song was inspired by a Kander and Ebb-penned standard.

Olivia Valli and Celia Hottenstein Will Play Elphaba and Glinda on the WICKED Tour

Olivia Valli and Celia Hottenstein will lead the national tour of Wicked starting May 2.

Check In with Billy Porter, Lorna Courtney and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

Before The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal airs nationwide this weekend, we're offering a first look at the episode. Hosted by Emmy winner Fadal, this episode will air in New York City on…

1973 Tony Awards flashback: Battle of the Stephens (Sondheim vs. Schwartz) by Susan King

It was the battle of the Stephens at the 27th annual Tony Awards telecast March 25, 1973 on ABC from the Imperial Theatre. In one corner was Stephen Sondheim’s glorious and exquisite roman…

‘How to Blow Up a Pipeline’ Composer Flew to New Mexico to Record Oil Drums for Film’s Ominous Score (EXCLUSIVE) by Jazz Tangcay

Neon’s “How to Blow Up a Pipeline” is perhaps best described as part heist thriller, part climate change documentary. Helmed by Daniel Goldhaber, the film, in theaters April 6, follows…

Silly swan song by Kerry Reid

Barbara Gaines started her tenure as artistic director for Chicago Shakespeare Theater (then called Chicago Shakespeare Workshop) in 1986 by staging Henry V on the rooftop of the Red Lion Pu…

Did Your School Play Face Pushback? We Want to Hear From You. by Michael Paulson

Picking plays and musicals has become more complicated in some school districts. We’d like to hear about your experience.

Josh Groban, Julie Andrews & More to be Honored at New 42 WE ARE FAMILY Gala

New 42 will present the return of their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, which will be taking place on Monday, June 5 at 6PM. See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Tickets on Sale April 11 for THE Conference: Live at Lititz’s Second Annual Event by Michael Eddy

After a sold-out launch in 2022, THE Conference: Live at Lititz will return to the Rock Lititz Campus, December 6, 7, and 8, 2023. In partnership with the Rock Lititz Community, CJMS (Charli…

From Broadway's 'Hamilton' to a Hollywood rom-com, Phillipa Soo talks new 'One True Loves' by Usa Today, Entertain This!

Phillipa Soo explains the challenge behind creating the film adaptation of Taylor Jenkins Reid's novel "One True Loves."      

Erich Bergen Will Return to Tony-Winning Broadway Revival of Chicago by Andrew Gans

The record-breaking John Kander and Fred Ebb musical continues at the Ambassador.

See Lesli Margherita, Jennifer Leigh Warren, Ava Delaney, More Celebrate Opening Night of Rubicon's World Premiere of Dark of the Moon Musical by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

James O'Neil directs the new musical based on the 1945 Broadway play of the same title.

Cultural storms by Boutayna Chokrane

A production with a promising premise is especially disappointing when it falls short. Unfortunately, that’s the case with Uprising Theater’s Decolonizing Sarah: A Hurricane Play.  Amid…

Photos: Go Inside SHUCKED Opening Night Curtain Call

See photos from the opening night curtain call of Shucked on Broadway!

Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 37th Annual MAC Awards

Check out photos from the red carpet of the 37th annual MAC Awards!

Oscar Isaac, Alex Edelman to make Broadway debuts. Shucked. Life of Pi. #Stageworthy News of the Week by Jonathan Mandell

Oscar Isaac is making his Broadway debut in a last-minute addition to the Broadway season: Lorraine Hansberry’s “The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window,” also starring Rachel Brosnahan…

Murder, Hippies, and Fosse: What Happened in the First 2 Episodes of Schmigadoon! Season 2, Schmicago? by Talaura Harms, Logan Culwell-Block

Two Playbill writers recap the Apple TV+ series, and point out all the musical references.

Mrs. Doubtfire to Launch North American Tour by Caitlin Hornik

A North American tour of the musical comedy Mrs. Doubtfire is set to launch this fall. The production will open at Shea’s Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, New York, on a date to be annou…

Erich Bergen Will Rejoin Chicago as Billy Flynn by Ruthie Fierberg

Erich Bergen will return to the cast of Broadway’s long-running Chicago revival on April 10. Bergen will again play the role of Billy Flynn, replacing James T. Lane, who will exit the prod…

Alex Edelman is Bringing Just For Us to Broadway by Leah Putnam

Edelman will make his Main Stem debut with his 2023 Obie-winning solo show this summer.

Taylor Mac's Joy and Pandemic Reveals Full Casting and Creative Team by Meg Masseron

The Taylor Mac play will make its world premiere at The Huntington Theatre on April 21.

Shereen Pimentel Will Be Evita at American Repertory Theater by Logan Culwell-Block

Directed by Sammi Cannold, the upcoming Massachusetts run follows a staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical at New York City Center.

Olivia Valli and Celia Hottenstein to Become New Leads in National Tour of Wicked by Andrew Gans

The two actors will join the cast of the international hit musical in St. Louis, Missouri.

Sea Creatures review – a strange shapeless study of family grief and love by Arifa Akbar

Hampstead Theatre Downstairs, LondonCordelia Lynn seeks to rewrite the rules of playwriting in this rough jewel of a play about a family of women What we know is that this is a house by the …

Review: “The Boy Who Kissed the Sky” plays Jimi Hendrix story on a happier note by Denise K. James

From Amadeus to TINA, The Tina Turner Musical, the way that playwrights... The post Review: “The Boy Who Kissed the Sky” plays Jimi Hendrix story on a happier note appeared first on ARTS…

‘Outstanding performances’: SUCKER PUNCH – ★★★★★ by Elaine Chapman

Sucker Punch by Roy Williams delivers more than one or two physical and emotional punches throughout the play. Set within the boxing club environment throughout the production. Every battle …

‘Wicked’ National Tour Welcomes New Cast Members by Matthew Herzog

Olivia Valli and Celia Hottenstein The National Tour of the Broadway sensation Wicked will welcome Olivia Valli as Elphaba and Celia Hottenstein as Glinda beginning performances Tuesday…

Jodie Comer: Best Actress at the Olivier Awards 2023 with MasterCard by Official London Theatre

Please welcome your 2023 #BestActress, #JodieComer, at the #OlivierAwards.

Maintaining Connections from the Hyperlocal to the International by Jeffrey Mosser, Jennifer Johnson, Carlos Uriona

By Jeffrey Mosser, Jennifer Johnson, Carlos Uriona. Carlos Uriona and Jennifer Johnson, co-artistic directors at Double Edge Theatre, connect with Jeffrey Mosser to discuss how working in ru…

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Celebrate its 5th Anniversary on Broadway This Month

The Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is set to mark its 5th anniversary later this month at the Lyric Theatre in Times Square.

Obie Winner Alex Edelman Bringing Solo Show ‘Just For Us’ To Broadway This Summer by Greg Evans

Obie Award-winning writer and performer Alex Edelman will bring his solo show Just For Us to Broadway this summer following critically acclaimed engagements Off Broadway and in London, Edinb…

Shereen Pimentel Will Lead EVITA at A.R.T.; Full Cast Revealed

Casting has been announced for Evita at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University. Tony Award nominee Shereen Pimentel (she/her) leads the cast in the role of Eva Perón …

Ali Ewoldt and Jelani Remy to Co-Host Prospect Theater Gala by Leah Putnam

The second annual Muse Awards will be presented during the evening by Renée Elise Goldsberry, Telly Leung, Glen Pannell, and Molly Smith.

Watch Elijah Rhea Johnson Take 1st Bow as Broadway's New King of Pop in MJ the Musical by Andrew Gans

Johnson succeeded Tony winner Myles Frost in the title role of the hit musical April 4 at the Neil Simon Theatre.

Love for Lana Clarkson by Trav S.D.

I was inspired to write this post by Showtime’s excellent 4 part documentary series Spector (2022). The title is a little bit of a distortion, if an understandable one; one of the series�…

Alex Edelman Will Make Broadway Debut With Solo Show JUST FOR US

Obie Award-winning writer & performer Alex Edelman will make his Broadway debut this summer, with his award-winning solo show JUST FOR US. Learn more about the production and how to p…

Erich Bergen Returns to CHICAGO Next Week

The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Erich Bergen in the role of “Billy Flynn” beginning Monday, April 10, 2023 through…

Alex Edelman, ‘Just for Us’ Comedian, Will Bring Show to Broadway by Michael Paulson

The solo performance will open on June 26 at the Hudson Theater.

Review: A Little Life by Yasmin

Harriet went to see A Little Life, directed by Ivo van Hove and based on the critically acclaimed novel by Hanya Yanagihara. The post Review: A Little Life appeared first on Official London …

WICKED National Tour Will Welcome Olivia Valli As Elphaba and Celia Hottenstein as Glinda

The National Tour of the Broadway sensation WICKED will welcome Olivia Valli as Elphaba and Celia Hottenstein as Glinda beginning performances Tuesday, May 2 at the Fabulous Fox Theatre in S…

Erich Bergen will rejoin ‘Chicago’ as Billy Flynn by Ruthie Fierberg

Erich Bergen will return to the cast of Broadway’s long-running “Chicago” revival on April 10. Bergen will again play the role of Billy Flynn, replacing James T. Lane, who will exit th…

Broadway Grosses w/ 4/2/2023: An uprise on Fleet Street. by Ken Davenport

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending in... The post Broadway Grosses w/ 4/2/2023: An uprise on Fleet Street. first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Fleabag to Return to Cinemas in National Theatre Live Broadcast by Leah Putnam

Before it was a hit TV series, Phoebe Waller-Bridge wrote and performed Fleabag as a solo play.

Tuneful, Touching Always…. Patsy Cline Is Far From Crazy by Bill Hirschman

Always...Patsy Cline is a cross between a memory play, historical piece, and jukebox musical that is receiving an admirable production from Arts Center Management, the City of Lauderhill and…

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 by Susan Grace

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Photos: Elijah Rhea Johnson Takes First Bows in MJ THE MUSICAL

Last night, Elijah Rhea Johnson made his Broadway debut and took his first bow as Michael Jackson in MJ, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical. Johnson returns to MJ after helping to d…

A literary laugh fest at Arvada Center by Alex Miller

‘The Book Club Play’ features a stellar cast in a rollicking comedy about group dynamics

All of the Musical Theatre References in SCHMIGADOON! Season Two

Set in the world of musicals from the '60s and '70s, Schmigadoon season two parodies musicals like Chicago, Cabaret, Annie, Oliver!, Sweeney Todd, Sweet Charity, Company, Pippin, Godspell, H…

‘Shucked’ reviews: ‘Deliciously corny’ new musical boasts punny book, ‘excellent’ performances by David Buchanan

The corn is as high as an elephant’s eye in Broadway’s latest musical comedy “Shucked.” The new original show is an intentionally corny riff on classic Golden Age musicals: it sets a…

Review: Village Theatre’s premiere of ‘How to Break’ by Dusty Somers

"How to Break" is onstage in a world-premiere production at Village Theatre, which has shepherded the show’s development for years.

White saviorism: the musical! by Emily McClanathan

The Book of Mormon is back in Chicago, slightly rewritten since it last played here in 2018 but still the same wildly irreverent take on that most quintessential of homegrown white American …

Commentary: The best theater in L.A. right now? It's in Pasadena by Charles McNulty

Pasadena Playhouse's producing artistic director, Danny Feldman, has proved that growth is still possible in a time of spiraling crisis for American theater.

Leon Claxton: The Bronze Ziegfeld of Chicago by Trav S.D.

As often happens, I became aware of African American performer and impresario Leon Claxton (1902-67) over the course of putting together my recent post on the Royal American Shows. Claxton r…

Videos: Lin-Manuel Miranda and John Kander Talk NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus a Performance From Anna Uzele

New York, New York took over The Late Show With Stephen Colbert last night! The cast of the new Broadway musical performed 'But the World Goes 'Round', featuring Anna Uzele. Plus, writers�…

Video: Elijah Rhea Johnson Takes First Bow in MJ THE MUSICAL

Last night, Elijah Rhea Johnson made his Broadway debut and took his first bow as Michael Jackson in MJ, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical. Check out a video oh him taking his firs…

Dream Come True: A Review of “A Bump On The Leg” by Subtext Theater Company by Tristan Bruns

Jim Mallon spent years at Harrigan’s on Halsted drinking copious pints of Guinness while pursuing a dream, to have his life’s story documented in some significant way. Mallon’s dream i…

Season of Abundance: Chicago Repertory Ballet Presents Four New Works by Founder Wade Schaaf by Sharon Hoyer

I wanted to put what I’m into on stage. I’ve been very into an exploration of meditation and my own spiritually. And I’m very into disco.

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

Isaac, Brosnahan Coming to Broadway THIS Month, Joy Woods is Next Audrey, Jane Krakowski ‘Schmigadoon’ Clip “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the…

FLEABAG Returns to Cinemas with National Theatre Live this Summer

Opening in cinemas across the globe, audiences are invited to encore this ‘gloriously disruptive’ (The New York Times) production from Thursday 15 June.

Born 150 Years Today: Mistinguett, Queen of the Music Hall by Trav S.D.

Born 150 years ago today, French chanteuse Mistinguett (Jeanne Florentine Bourgeois, 1873-1956). The daughter of Paris laborers, Mistinguett (originally Miss Tinguette) initially sang while …

‘Shucked’ Review: Cornpone Musical is the Surprise Delight of the Broadway Season by Brent Lang

Some Broadway wags might have scoffed at the idea of a cornpone musical comedy and its punny promotions. But with its exuberance, heart and non-stop yucks, “Shucked” is the surprise deli…

‘Highly entertaining & all-too-pertinent social satire’: BETTY BLUE EYES – Union Theatre by Maryam Philpott

The Union Theatre reopened some time ago but Betty Blue Eyes is its first in house production since then, a revival of the Stiles and Drewe musical from 2011 about social mobility, the weddi…

SEA CREATURES Hampstead, NW3 by Libby Purves and Friends

SEA FRET        I’ll give it one thing: over an hour into this infuriating two- hour play there’s a brief but wonderful part for the veteran June Watson. She stumps in with octogenar…

REVIEW: Life of Pi by JK

Review of the matinee performance on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre in New York City, NY. Starring Hiran Abeysekera. Featuring Brian Thomas Abraham, Rajesh Bose, Av…

Johannes Radebe: Freedom Unleashed review – Strictly favourite steps up the sass by Lyndsey Winship

Peacock theatre, LondonFrom spectacular African dance to cheesy Strictly-style sketches, Radebe turns the glitter dial to 11 and beyond How much is too much? Not a question that was ever ask…

RHAM Middle School shows off artistic side at Coffee House Night by Melanie Savage

RHAM MIddle School students hold Coffee House NIght,, which includes vocal and instrumental performances, as well as a visual arts display, a photo booth and other fun activities

Shakespeare Theatre trimmed ‘King Lear’ — and made it a box-office champ by Peter Marks

Actor Patrick Page and director Simon Godwin discuss the success of their record-breaking “King Lear” at Shakespeare Theatre Company.

‘Thanksgiving Play’ by Larissa FastHorse Comes to Broadway by Julia Jacobs

Larissa FastHorse is making her Broadway debut with a satire about a socially conscious show that doesn’t go as planned.

Through theater arts, the Music in Me Foundation thwarts bullying by Lisa Traiger

In a series called 'The Companies We Keep,' DC Theater Arts spotlights the good and beneficial work done by theater companies in the DC region. This month we focus on a nonprofit that teache…

Wake Up With BWW 4/5: SHUCKED Reviews, Plus a Message From Ann Harada!

Top stories: Read the reviews for Shucked, The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window starring Oscar Isaac and Rachel Brosnahan will transfer to Broadway, and more! Plus, watch a video message fro…

The King And I | 2023 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

The multi award-winning Broadway production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King And I returns to London’s West End, following its record-breaking season at The London Palladium and sel…

Moulin Rouge! The Musical coming to Brisbane by Aussie Theatre

The curtain will come down at Crown Theatre Perth on Friday 21 st April on a completely 100% sold out

Bits Akimbo: Get in the Boot

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A murder ballad that devours you – Studio Underground by Aussie Theatre

The successful collaboration between Black Swan State Theatre Company of WA and The Blue Room Theatre will continue for its

Beverley Knight and Alexandra Burke to Star in Sister Act Revival in West End by Tamima S

Prepare to be dazzled as Sister Act the Musical makes a spectacular return to London’s West End at the Dominion

Full Cast announced for Broadway’s Britney inspired musical Once Upon a One More Time by Tamima S

Hold on to your seats, Broadway fans, because the sensational cast of the upcoming musical, Once Upon a One More

Broadway Review: BOB FOSSE’S DANCIN’ (Music Box) by Kevin Vavasseur

THERE’S PLENTY OF GREAT PRANCIN’ BUT IT’S A HEAD-SCRATCHIN’ DANCIN’ There’s whole lotta dancing in the updated, Broadway revival of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’, currently running at …

On the Couch with Maryellen

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Taking A Look At A Good Old Fashion Case Study by Joe Patti

The blog for Master of Management in International Arts Management had a case study post by Donna S. Finley and Vijay Sathe examining how the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO) and Alberta…

Anthony Callea: Behind The Voice (Dietro La Voce)

The post Anthony Callea: Behind The Voice (Dietro La Voce) appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Encore Run of Suzan-Lori Parks' Plays for the Plague Year Begins Off-Broadway April 5 by Logan Culwell-Block

Playing Joe's Pub at The Public, the work is the culmination of Parks' project writing a play a day throughout the COVID shutdown.

New Musical On the Right Track Plays Off-Broadway's AMT Theater Starting April 5 by Andrew Gans

Mauricio Cedeño directs the production penned by Al Tapper and Tony Sportiello.

Kimberly Akimbo Stars Victoria Clark and Justin Cooley Announce 2023 Lucille Lortel Award Nominations on Playbill April 5 by Logan Culwell-Block

Established in 1986, the awards honor the best in Off-Broadway theatre.

Eric William Morris and Katrina Rose Dideriksen Perform “Right Place/Wrong Time” by Joe Iconis by Mr. Joe Iconis

Eric William Morris and Katrina Rose Dideriksen Perform “Right Place/Wrong Time” by Joe Iconis at 54 Below. LISTEN TO ALBUM: https://ghostlightrecords.lnk.to/JoeIconisALBUMIN!O

John Glover Must Die

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The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon at North Greene High School - PLAYBILLder

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The Addams Family at Valor College Prep - Performances April 21, 2023 to April 23, 2023 - Cover

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Adorable! FRIENDS! THE MUSICAL PARODY Team Believes They Were Audience’s First TKTS Pick by Broadway Beat

by Brian Olsen. @BrianOlsenBooks. NEW YORK, NY. - The cast and creatives behind Friends! The Musical Parody were excited to learn that...

DANCE NEWS: Artistic Director Valerie Green will serve on Queens Borough President Donovan Richards' General Assembly, 2023 Session by The Dance Enthusiast

Valerie Green/Dance Entropy is thrilled to announced that Artistic Director Valerie Green has been invited to serve on the 2023 Session of the Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Gener…

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Cast Announces They Will Be Going to IHOP After Closing if Your Mom Can Drive by Broadway Beat

by Luke Maynus. @ Luke.Maynus. NEW YORK, NY — The cast of the acclaimed and long running Broadway musical The Phantom of the Opera has...

How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? Experts Suggest Rat Poison by Broadway Beat

by Kendall Davis. @hahakendalldavis. NEW YORK, NY – The NYC Animal Control Center’s director of pest relations, Anna Woofens, has...

IMPRESSIONS: New Dance Alliance and Chashama present WORKSession In Four Walls at 1 Brooklyn Bridge Park by The Dance Enthusiast

WORKSession In Four Walls brings together four multidisciplinary movement-based artists; Karen Bernard, Lisa Parra, Rachel Thorne Germond, and Jil Guyon. Finding common ground through the ex…