From Sydney to L.A.: Dancer Erin Gray on following your dreams by Gabi Bergman

Erin Gray had a dream. And she’s danced her way right to it. It’s 1am Los Angeles time, and Erin

“Birds in the Moon” opera review by Pauline Adamek

A haunting work, Birds in the Moon—the chamber opera by composer Mark Grey and librettist Júlia Canosa i Serra—made its West Coast Premiere last week, as presented by The Broad Stage. …

What Happened? Review. 10 Pithy, Poignant, and Exasperating Aspects of Richard Nelson’s Rhinebeck Panorama formula. by New York Theater

In “What Happened? The Michaels Abroad,”  the dancer Rose Michael, already riddled with cancer, has died of COVID, and her family and friends have gathered around the kitchen table in …

***** ‘FROZEN’ REVIEW – STUNNING MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA CREATES ITS OWN MAGIC by Robert Shuman

(Arifa Akbar’s article appeared in the Guardian, 9/8/2021; Photo: Dazzling coups de theatre … Samantha Barks as Elsa in Frozen. Photograph: JohanPersson.) Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Lond…

See Tony Winner Annaleigh Ashford, Wayne Brady, Amanda Kloots & More Sing Out Their Feelings by Caitlin Moynihan

Annaleigh Ashford wants to get you in your feelings! The Tony winner takes center stage in this fresh new musical commercial highlighting CBS' upcoming fall schedule, including the second se…

Aaron LaVigne & More Set for the Return of the Jesus Christ Superstar 50th Anniversary Tour by Lindsey Sullivan

Complete casting has been announced for the return of the Jesus Christ Superstar 50th anniversary tour. The production will resume performances at the Keller Auditorium in Portland, Oregon o…

Casting Announced for ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ North American Tour by Matthew Herzog

With rehearsals now underway, the producers of the critically-acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning production of Jesus Christ Superstar announced today complete casting for the triumphant return…

MTC’s production of SUNDAY cancelled by Gabi Bergman

The number of cancelled performances at MTC this year now outweighs those that have been staged, rising to 168 as

Review: Dear Evan Hansen Movie Is So Drab, So Banal

Ben Platt stars in the cinematic adaptation of the stage show that launched his career.

“I & You” & “Beautiful Monsters” Take a Leap for Life & Love—at Left Edge by Patricia L. Morin

Gunderson & Gray Capture Life Under Lockdown  by Patricia L. Morin Left Edge Theatre’s two one-acts, “Beautiful Monsters” by Kelly Gray and “I and You” by Lauren Gunderson, ex…

King County to distribute $20 million of COVID aid to theaters, arts organizations by David Gutman

King County on Thursday announced $20 million in federal and state relief funds to help support arts and entertainment venues, many of which closed last year at the onset of the COVID-19 pan…

DIANA: THE MUSICAL lights the world globally on Netflix by Sean McLoughlin

            Celebrate the life and enduring legacy of Princess Diana live from the Broadway stage

Elizabeth McCann, 90, Dies; Broadway Producer With a Formidable Track Record by Anita Gates

In a career that began in 1976, she won nine Tony Awards and helped bring “Equus,” “Amadeus” and the work of Edward Albee to the New York stage.

Elizabeth McCann, Prolific Broadway Producer, Dies at 90

McCann won nine Tony Awards for productions throughout her career.

Broadway Reopens With ‘Pass Over,’ An Absurdist Examination of Racism by Matthew Wexler

Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu's "Pass Over" reopens Broadway with a visceral and poignant examination of heartbreak, hope and joy. The post Broadway Reopens With ‘Pass Over,’ An Absurdist…

Liz McCann Dies: Pioneering Broadway Producer, Winner Of Nine Tony Awards Was 90 by Greg Evans

Liz McCann, a groundbreaking Broadway producer who, as one of the first and most successful women to achieve a prominent leadership role in the theater industry – a term she hated, preferr…

‘Extended intermission’ ends as The Rep opens new season with world premiere by Sponsored Content By Kathie Sutin, Brand Ave. Studios Contributing Writer

Demon twins and sci-fi raves at Galway’s gobsmacking arts fest by Helen Meany

With theatre for an audience of one, a whirlwind set of Kevin Barry stories and sparky songs, the Irish festival is in fine form Adapting to Covid-19 restrictions with ingenuity, Galway inte…

Aldermen seek proof-of-vaccine rule for entry to Chicago restaurants, bars, gyms and entertainment venues by Gregory Pratt

A city spokesperson was noncommittal on the idea.

Pass Over ***1/2 by Barry Gordin

By: Isa Goldberg September 9, 2021: In Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu’s “Pass Over” a couple of tramps - homeless black guys - dream about getting off the block,” getting some food a…

Gibney Company: In Process with Alan Lucien Øyen by Joycetheater

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Gibney Company's process with choreographer Alan Lucien Øyen as they prepare for their premiere season at The Joyce Theater. Renowned in Europe for his thea…

We Are NY Phil: Principal Cello Carter Brey by New York Philharmonic

Principal Cello Carter Brey brings us aboard his 38-foot sloop Atlantea to talk about the art of music making, his love of sailing, and the special bond he has with the legendary New York Ph…

In the News: 2021 Relentless Award to Honor Adam Schlesinger, Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award Winners Named by Talaura Harms

Plus, get a sneak peek of Celia Rose Gooding as Cadet Uhura in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.

Cast Set for Return of Jesus Christ Superstar's 50th Anniversary North American Tour by Andrew Gans

The tour of the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production will resume performances in Oregon September 28.

New Britain Museum of American Art extends free admission for children year-round by Christopher Arnott

Kids can visit the New Britain Museum of American Art for free. Using its own resources, the museum will continue a policy begun over the summer through an initiative launched by the state o…

Irene Sankoff & David Hein Open Up About the Magic of Seeing COME FROM AWAY Onscreen by BroadwayWorld

Watch the full interview here: https://bway.world/ComeFromAway3 Watch as creators Irene and David tell us even more about the process of filming the musical for the screen and how seeing th…

Stephanie Berry and Charlayne Woodard Will Star in The Garden at La Jolla Playhouse by Dan Meyer

The world premiere of Woodard's play begins September 21.

Watch Cinderella's Camila Cabello, Billy Porter & Idina Menzel Join James Corden for Carpool Karaoke by Lindsey Sullivan

Cinderella's  Camila Cabello stuffed her fabulously voluminous gown into a car to join Tony winners Billy Porter, Idina Menzel and James Corden in the latest edition of Carpool Karaoke.…

Rumi: The Musical, Starring Ramin Karimloo and Nadim Naaman, Gets World Premiere in London by Caitlin Moynihan

Rumi: The Musical, starring Broadway's Ramin Karimloo and Nadim Naaman, will have its world premiere at the London Coliseum this fall. The new musical, created by Dana Al Fardan and Naaman…

Review: In ‘What Happened?,’ a Questioning Farewell to Rhinebeck by Jesse Green

In the last installment in his 12-play series, Richard Nelson asks how his characters, and the theater, got where they are today.

VIDEO: Annaleigh Ashford Takes Center Stage in CBS Fall Preview Musical Opening Number

CBS has just shared the opening number to their fall preview, led by Tony winner Annaleigh Ashford! In the dazzling opening, Ashford is joined by her fellow CBS stars Beth Behrs and Max Gree…

Join The Moth in a special Poets on the Plaza #ConcertsForKids by Lincoln Center

Today's online #ConcertsForKids premiere brings you music and stories from The Moth! Musician Akornefa Akyea & storyteller Linda Gregory Lee present a moving performance featuring stories of…

The Lion King Partners With TikTok for Live Stream Event of Broadway Reopening by Talaura Harms

The live stream will include the opening number "Circle of Life" plus a pre-show hosted by Adrienne Walker.

Watch New Stars of Chicago on Broadway Meet the Press by Roberto Araujo

Bianca Marroquín, Ana Villafañe, Lillias White, and Paulo Szot share what it is to be back on stage.

Review: Shakespeare gets his freak on in Cal Shakes’ ‘Winter’s Tale’ by Lily Janiak

Eric Ting's production leans into Shakespeare's weirdness with uncommon commitment and imagination.

Adam Schlesinger Inspiration Behind Relentless Award with Prize of $65,000 for Unproduced Musical

Schlesinger, an artistic advisor during the creation of the Relentless Award and an Academy Award, Tony-nominated and Emmy and Grammy Award-winning songwriter, passed away from COVID-19 last…

Beth Grant #Podcast Interview Excerpt #Shorts #BettyWhite by Call Me Adam

Just one of the GREAT stories Character Actress Beth Grant told me during our podcast interview! In this clip she talks about what it was like working with Betty White on "The Golden Girls.…

9/11 tributes from Battery Dance and Irish Rep by Deb Miller

On Saturday, September 11, Battery Dance and Irish Repertory Theatre will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, respectively, with a live and a…

Elton John to perform Farewell at BST Hyde Park in June 2022 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Elton John is to join the concerts being presented as part of BST Hyde Park in June 2022. Tickets to the Hyde Park date for Elton John's Farewell Yello Brick Road - The Final…

Get a 1st Listen to 'Welcome to the Rock' by Newfoundland Band The Navigators on Covers From Away by Talaura Harms

Creators Irene Sankoff and David Hein talk about the artists who inspired the sound of Come From Away.

THE LION KING to Stream Opening Number Exclusively on TikTok

In a Broadway first, The Lion King will exclusively partner with TikTok to stream the production’s iconic opening number, “Circle Of Life,” on September 14 in celebration of the hi…

Olga Koch review – uproarious, gleefully obscene comedy by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonThe Russian-born comic racks up the punchlines as she auditions to be a Bond girl, considers British quirks and recalls her schooldays The comedian from far afield, obser…

Playwright Richard Nelson ends his epic cycle of hyper-realistic drama with — what else? — a global pandemic by Peter Marks

‘What Happened? The Michaels Abroad’ brings Nelson’s Rhinebeck Panorama to a profound and beautiful close.

Tom D’Angora and Michael D’Angora: Knights of the Realm by Barry Gordin

By: Alix Cohen September 9, 2021: Were it not for the selfless efforts of producers Tom and Michael D’Angora, the venerable West Bank Café/Laurie Beechman Theater, to many a home away…

What Happened? The Michaels Abroad: From Richard Nelson, More Food for the Soul by Elysa Gardner

★★★★★ The playwright and director completes his Rhinebeck Panorama with a typically nourishing, and trenchant, work. The post What Happened? The Michaels Abroad: From Richard Nels…

The Choir Of Man comes to the Arts Theatre from 29 October by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The worldwide smash hit The Choir Of Man is to open at the Arts Theatre London from 29 October 2021. Book The Choir Of Man tickets now! This post The Choir Of Man comes to th…

Christina Strassfield, Museum Director/Chief Curator Guild Hall Museum, September 7, 2021 by Barry Gordin

Livestreaming Panels: School of Resistance: For a Politics of Justice!

By . NTGent presents School of Resistance: For a Politics of Justice!

TAKE ME OUT – Begins March 9, 2022 by Second Stage Theater

Previews begin March 9, 2022 – Hayes Theater TAKE ME OUT By Richard Greenberg Directed by Scott Ellis With Patrick J. Adams, Julian Cihi, Hiram Delgado, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Carl Lunds…

Review: ‘Mr. Burns, a post electric play’ reopens Theater Wit with a return to this show about dystopias. Too soon? by Chris Jones

Theater Wit’s decision to return (sooner than most) to live off-Loop performance with a reprise of its 2015 production of Anne Washburn’s hit is clearly designed to get its audience thin…

Dramatists Guild Foundation Announces 2021 Recipients Including Brittany K. Allen, Avi Amon, and More

Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) has announced this year’s recipients of their annual Awards, honoring playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettists who show promise in their writing…

Andréa Burns, Shereen Pimentel, Emilio Sosa and More Will Headline New York Theatre Barn's Latinx Theatre Creators Roundtable

Through a robust conversation at the intersection of art and policy, co-moderated by Broadway’s Maria Torres (On Your Feet!, Swing!) and New York Theatre Barn’s own Héctor Flores Jr., a…

Recipients of 2021 Dramatists Guild Foundation Awards Announced by Andrew Gans

The annual awards recognize achievements of theatre writers.

BIG BIG SKY Hampstead Theatre by Libby Purves and Friends

LOVE, GRIEF, AND A BRAD PITT ALBATROSS   With loving detail, right down a glimpse of coat-racks beyond the far door,  the downstairs studio serving Tom Wells’ new play has become  a rem…

Netflix’s ‘Diana: The Musical’ Trailer: “Hello, I’m Diana” by Greg Evans

Netflix has released the official trailer for Diana: The Musical, director Christopher Ashley’s film of the Broadway production that premieres on the streamer Oct. 1. Filmed in 2020 at Bro…

See Thoughts of a Colored Man Celebrate Its First Day of Rehearsal on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

To commemorate the occasion, the company gathered for a cocktail reception at the JJ Shubert Penthouse September 7.

Subira, A New Musical: Under-promised, Over-delivered! by Tash Mitambo

‘Time waits for no military man!’. Thus, on a punctual note, Subira, A New Musical opened on Friday, 30th of July 2021 at Kenya National Theatre at exactly 6pm as indicated on the poster…

What Happened? The Michaels Abroad: Despair, Dread, Dance, and Lasagna by Steven Suskin

★★★★★ Richard Nelson triumphantly completes his Rhinebeck Panorama, with Maryann Plunkett and Jay O. Sanders leading the troupe The post What Happened? The Michaels Abroad: Despai…

Tony Nominee Celia Rose Gooding to Take on Star Trek Role of Nyota Uhura in New Prequel Series by Caitlin Moynihan

Jagged Little Pill Tony nominee Celia Rose Gooding is taking on the groundbreaking role of Star Trek's Nyota Uhura in the new prequel series. As previously announced, Gooding will appear i…

Watch the Trailer for Diana's Royal Netflix Premiere by Lindsey Sullivan

Hello, England's Rose. The trailer for Diana's Netflix premiere has arrived, and it's jam-packed with fashion, flair and Broadway's Jeanna de Waal singing as the Princess of Wales. The new …

Merrily We Roll Along's Jim Walton, Ann Morrison, Lonny Price, Jason Alexander Reunite on Stars in the House September 9 by Andrew Gans

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley's daily series benefits The Actors Fund.

Box Office for COMPANY Resumes Business at Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre

The box office at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th) reopens for business today at 12:00 PM for the highly anticipated return of Marianne Elliott’s revolutionary staging of St…

Review: The System, The Original Theatre Company by Matt Barton

Review: The System, The Original Theatre Company3.0Overall ScoreThe System is out to set a world record. The world record for “the longest, live single take with a steadicam.” We’re to…

Review: Leopards, Rose Theatre by Ryan Van Champion

Review: Leopards, Rose Theatre 4.0Overall Score This week shows a definite return to form for theatres, with the world premiere of Alys Metcalf’s Leopards at Rose Theatre, Kingston. It is …

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for DIANA: THE MUSICAL on Netflix

Netflix has released the first trailer for Diana: The Musical, premiering on October 1! The show, filmed live on stage at the Longacre Theatre, celebrates the life of Princess Diana and her …

Disney's Frozen Press Night & Curtain Call | Opening Night VLOG! by Official London Theatre

Jess and Tom headed down to the West End's Theatre Royal Drury Lane to attend press night of Disney's Frozen. Get tickets to Disney's Frozen: https://officiallondontheatre.com/show/disneys-…

Disney's Frozen is NOW PLAYING in London's West End by Disney On Broadway

For the first time in forever, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane reopens its doors, bringing Elsa and Anna’s story to the stage in this heart-melting theatrical production. With incredible spe…

Check Out the Broadway Stars in American Crime Story: Impeachment by Dan Meyer

Beanie Feldstein, Sarah Paulson, and Annaleigh Ashford are just a few of the many theatre favorites in the FX anthology series.

Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist Christmas Movie to Air Later This Year

The film will star the cast of the beloved but canceled TV series and will air on the Roku Channel.

Review: In Pandemic-Inspired What Happened?, Richard Nelson Asks the Same Questions We All Are

The last play of Nelson's Rhinebeck Panorama debuts at Hunter College.

Lili Taylor to Star in Off-Broadway Revival of Wallace Shawn's The Fever

The brief run will be presented by Audible and the New Group.

Watch First Trailer for Netflix Film of Broadway's Diana: The Musical

Jeanna de Waal stars in the production, which was filmed during lockdown at the Longacre Theatre.

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof review – Big Daddy’s birthday party still blazes by Mark Lawson

Curve, LeicesterAn imaginative staging of Tennessee Williams’ classic foregrounds the southern drama’s roots in Greek tragedy One of the catchiest titles in the theatrical canon will alw…

Jason Alexander, Lonny Price, Jim Walton, and Ann Morrisson to Reunite for MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Episode of STARS IN THE HOUSE

Seth and James will be joined by Jim Walton, Loony Price, Ann Morrison, and Jason Alexander to reminisce and raise money for The Actors Fund, which already includes a $2,500 matching don…

‘Literal shivers down the spine’: FALLING IN LOVE WITH MR DELLAMORT (Online review) by Louise Penn

Any new musical must bring cause for celebration, and so I approached this one with some interest. First planned as a stage production and billed as “the world’s first theremin musical�…

Take The “Places, Please” Challenge to Jump Start Your TheaterMaking. by Ken Davenport

One of the most fun and most productive events we had this year was our “Take Charge of Your ’21” Challenge in January. Over 500 TheaterMakers joined us to hear tips and strategies on …

Richard Nelson closes his ‘Rhinebeck Panorama’ with ‘What Happened?: The Michaels Abroad’ at Hunter College by Deb Miller

After following the stories of three fictional Upstate white middle-class families – The Apples, The Gabriels, and The Michaels – for twelve years through a series of twelve plays and a …

50 Years Ago Today: Imagine by Trav S.D.

I was going to head this post: “50 years ago today: John Lennon’s last good album” but that would not be in a very positive spirit, would it? But I think it is true. To my taste, after…

Watch the Trailer for Diana: The Musical on Netflix by Dan Meyer

Jeanna de Waal stars in the title role opposite Roe Hartrampf, Erin Davie, and Judy Kaye.

Box Office for A COMMERCIAL JINGLE FOR REGINA COMET Opens Today at the Daryl Roth Theatre Off-Broadway

A Commercial Jingle for Regina Comet begins previews on Friday, September 17th, at the DR2 Theatre (103 E. 15th Street), with an opening night set for Monday, September 27th. The strictly l…

Neal Brennan: Unacceptable Opens at Cherry Lane Theatre September 9 by Talaura Harms

In & Of Itself's Derek DelGaudio directs the theatrical stand-up production.

Amanda Kloots, Melora Hardin, and More Will Compete on ABC's Dancing With the Stars by Andrew Gans

The 30th season of the dancing competition kicks off September 20.

ShentonSTAGE Daily for THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9 by Mark Shenton

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This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From L.A.'s historic Teatro Hidalgo to New York's INTAR, from D.C. to Houston and beyond, September has been a rich month for Hispanic and Latinx theatre artistry in the U.S.

Carbonells To Unveil New System, Judges, Other Changes by Bill Hirschman

Major changes for the Carbonell Awards honoring excellence in South Florida theater will be unveiled Monday at a town hall meeting live and online will reveal a new team of judges, a new jud…

A.J. Holmes' Yeah, But Not Right Now Begins Performances September 9 by Talaura Harms

The solo musical from The Book of Mormon alum runs through October 17 at SoHo Playhouse.

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, September 9, 2021 by Susan Grace

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Beanie Feldstein Threw a Funny Girl-Themed Birthday Party at 3 Years Old by Dan Meyer

The star talked with Jimmy Fallon about manifesting the role of Fanny Brice on Broadway.

Guest Essay: Broadway League’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment is not ‘just talk.’ by Gennean Scott

My story begins like that of so many others in the United States. I was raised in a single-parent home of moderate means in the heartland of America. As a young Black dancer in the Midwest, …

Keegan Theatre aims to confound expectations with its season opener ‘Good People’ by Geoffrey Himes

Playwright David Lindsay-Abaire’s race-themed drama takes place in shifting landscape.

Ramin Karimloo and Nadim Naaman Will Star in World Premiere of Rumi: The Musical by Andrew Gans

Naaman and Dana Al Fardan's new musical will play the London Coliseum in November.

Read Reviews for London's Frozen, Starring Samantha Barks and Stephanie McKeon by Andrew Gans

The Disney musical—updated with several changes—officially opened September 8.

‘Small Engine Repair’ Review: Of Mechanics and Men by Maya Phillips

John Pollono directs and stars in an adaptation of his play that adds depth to the original text but also struggles in its translation from stage to screen.

Maybe I Should Have Held Out For A House, Too by Joe Patti

For Purpose Law Group posted the second installment of their “Nonprofits: What Not To Do,” series yesterday. The first installment dealt with the infamous Indianapolis Museum of Art job …

FROZEN the musical West End – Review round up by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Disney's Frozen the musical West End opened last night at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. What did the critics think? This post FROZEN the musical West End – Review round up …

‘It’s refreshing’: WAITRESS – New Wimbledon Theatre & Touring ★★★★ by Elaine Chapman

New Wimbledon Theatre has opened its doors with the West End smash hit production Waitress starring Lucie Jones as Jenna and ex Busted star Matt Willis in the role of Dr Pomatter. The book b…

Hot Clip of the Day: Happy Idina Menzel Belting AIDA's "My Strongest Suit" Anniversary To One And All!

Idina Menzel took the stage on September 9, 2001 at Broadway on Broadway in Times Square to deliver a performance from her next Broadway role, Amneris in AIDA.

Ramin Karimloo and co-composer Nadim Naaman to Lead RUMI: THE MUSIC at the London Coliseum

Dana Al Fardan, one of the Middle East’s leading contemporary composers, and West End star Nadim Naaman today announce that their second major stage musical, ‘Rumi: The Musical’ will g…

VIDEO: FROZEN West End First Look with Samantha Barks, Stephanie McKeon & More

The West End production of Frozen has officially opened at the newly refurbished Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 8 September 2021 and we've got a first look at footage from the West End producti…

VIDEO: Carpool Karaoke with Billy Porter, Idina Menzel and Camila Cabello

It's premiere night for 'Cinderella' on Amazon, and James hops in the car with his co-stars Camila Cabello, Billy Porter and Idina Menzel to carpool to the big event. Ride along as the group…

Bradley Whitford to Play Scrooge in LA and West Coast Tour of A Christmas Carol

In San Francisco, Francois Battiste will take on the iconic role.

Collision Course: Steppenwolf Emerges from the Pandemic with New Leadership and a New Theater (Fall Arts Preview 2021) by Brian Hieggelke

Last May, three days before the murder of George Floyd, the company announced that executive director David Schmitz was leaving. And then this May, artistic director Anna Shapiro, who took o…

Can’t-Miss Dance Events (Fall Arts Preview 2021) by Sharon Hoyer

Fall highlights.

Today on Broadway: Thursday, September 9, 2021 by Ashley Steves

Audible Announces New Minetta Lane Shows, #HAM4HAM Is Back, Amanda Kloots Joins “Dancing with the Stars” “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the to…

Michael Constantine, star of ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding,’ dead at 94 by Rob Bailey-Millado

Classic TV fans will remember Constantine from his Emmy-winning role as high school principal Seymour Kaufman in the ABC series "Room 222," which ran from 1969 to 1974.

In theaters or at home, dance is here to move you by Sarah L. Kaufman

Paul Taylor’s “Company B,” Akram Khan in his D.C. debut and new dance films fill stages and screens.

Disney's Frozen | 2021 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

For the first time in forever, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane reopens its doors, bringing Elsa and Anna’s story to the stage in this heart-melting theatrical production. Get tickets to Disn…

‘A mesmeric 45 minutes about humanity’: MEET ME AT THE EDGE (Online review) by John Chapman

And so, to a piece which has long been on my “to see” list but which has kept getting bumped as a whole host of other stuff claimed my attention. As Meet Me At The Edge is a filmed accou…

Romeo + Juliet review – an intense rush of love and hate by Sanjoy Roy

Birmingham HippodromeTaking elements of contemporary, hip-hop, classical Indian and streetdance, Rosie Kay’s version of Shakespeare has a clamour of activity and ideas This autumn brings …

Kennedy Center flings open its doors for 50th anniversary by Olivia Hampton

New season celebrates the performing arts as a unifying and healing force.

‘You really carry the show, which doesn’t happen that often’: Rosemary Ashe on starring in Call Me Madam by Featured Content

As she starts performances in Irving Berlin's 1950 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Call Me Madam, Olivier Award nominee Rosemary Ashe took time out of rehearsals to tell us why she wante…

Our reaction to The Woman In Black #BackOnStage by Official London Theatre

#Shorts Now celebrating over 3 terrifying decades in the West End, Robin Herford’s gripping production is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. D…

Pandemic mutual aid has shown us an altogether different way of doing politics | Rachel Shabi by Rachel Shabi

Food banks and volunteers have put into practice the universalist principle that once underpinned the welfare state When Slung Low theatre in Leeds closed during the first lockdown in March …

Colm Tóibín: The Magician

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Princess Diana and Michael Jackson Anchor New Biographical Musicals by Maya Phillips

In new musicals about Princess Diana, Cary Grant and Michael Jackson actors get a chance to embody icons while spotlighting their individual talents.

How a TV Ad Enticed Broadway Crowds Right After 9/11 by Casey Mink

Rudy Giuliani was meant to appear; Elaine Stritch arrived just in time. Recalling the “I Love New York” spot that helped dispel the fear in Times Square.

Head On Photo Festival reveals 2021 highlight exhibitions

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Review: Armageddon, Baby! Mannequin Mouth by Shirley Both

Review: Armageddon, Baby! Mannequin Mouth 4.0Overall Score Many theatre companies have decided to transition their work to the digital realm in the previous year, and Mannequin Mouth is no e…

Review: Toxic, The Garrick Theatre. by Victoria Berry

Review: Toxic, The Garrick Theatre.4.0Overall ScoreSuicide is the biggest killer of men under the age of 45. This is a real pandemic and one that takes a life every two hours. This shocking …

Review: Where to Belong, Oxford Playhouse by Meg Erridge

Review: Where to Belong, Oxford Playhouse 5.0Overall Score Fig rolls; Bjork on a jumpy record player; Mum dressing me in corduroy dungarees. This is what I leave Where to Belong thinking abo…

On London Stages, High Ambitions and Mixed Results by Matt Wolf

In “Rockets and Blue Lights” and “Once Upon a Time in Nazi Occupied Tunisia,” British playwrights make grand gestures. Sometimes too grand.

A ‘Bright Star’ on the horizon for Riverside Center by News Desk

The Fredericksburg, VA, venue's 2021–22 season is underway, featuring musicals, farces, mysteries, and beloved classics.

“National Trust”—Gay Comedy Exposes Heartless Homes—Streaming Sassymouth by Robert M. Gardner

John Fisher Sends Up Silly Snobs in U.S. & U.K by Robert M. Gardner & Barry David Horwitz In “National Trust,” a solo show by John Fisher, we find our hero camping it up, calling…

The Sydney Fringe announces The Essence of Fringe

The post The Sydney Fringe announces The Essence of Fringe appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

INTERVIEW: Marisha Wallace talks pandemic, Hairspray and her new tour by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Stage sensation Marisha Wallace talks about pandemic life, her return to the West End, and preparing for her latest UK tour. This post INTERVIEW: Marisha Wallace talks pan…

Ensemble Theatre conversations with Lee Lewis by Aussie Theatre

Ensemble Theatre has resumed its popular ‘in conversation’ series again. During Covid last year more than 215,000 tuned in to

Hilary Mantel on staging The Mirror and the Light: ‘I should have been doing this all my life’ by Mark Lawson

As the third part of her Thomas Cromwell trilogy hits the stage, the writer talks about the perils of political powerplay, fleeing Brexit to Ireland and setting her next novel in more recent…

Message on a Bottle: 70 years of South Australian wine label design

The post Message on a Bottle: 70 years of South Australian wine label design appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

10 TKTS Memories That Prove Standing on Line Is Always a Good Time - Celebrate the reopening of our Times Square TKTS Booth with these hilarious and h

Sure, you can buy Broadway tickets online, but that can't compare to the theatrical experience of standing on line at TDF's Times Square TKTS Booth. For almost half a century, theatre lovers…

Checking In With… Sanctuary City Star Sharlene Cruz by Andrew Gans

Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok’s Sanctuary City is currently in previews at Off-Broadway’s Lucille Lortel Theatre.

10 TKTS Memories That Prove Standing on Line Is Always a Good Time - Celebrate the reopening of our Times Square TKTS Booth with these hilarious and h by Raven Snook

Sure, you can buy Broadway tickets online, but that can't compare to the theatrical experience of standing on line at TDF's Times Square TKTS Booth. For almost half a century, theatre lovers…