Theatre Review: ‘Disney’s Beauty and the Beast’ at Port Tobacco Players by Lindsey Pommerenck

Musicals adapted from successful films, both animated and live-action, have been a staple in the theatre industry for many years due to their broad appeal and family-friendly marketability. …

Can You Name the Shows That Marked These Stars' Broadway Debuts? - Playbill

Think you know the Broadway beginnings of your favorite performers, writers, and directors? Prove it.

See Tom Hanks Hang Out With The Safe Home Cast On Shadowland Stages - Playbill.com

The play is co-written by Hanks and James Glossman, who is also directing. James Glossman, Timothy Busfield, Nicole Caroselli, Eilis Cahill, Angeline ...

‘& Juliet’ is pop king Max Martin’s latest guaranteed hit by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Highly contemporary, slightly overlong new musical weaves indelible pop melodies from Swede’s chart-topping catalogue with a reimagined take on Shakespeare into a winning result, writes Ka…

JAMES CAAN, ‘THE GODFATHER’ AND ‘MISERY’ STAR, DIES AT 82 by Robert Shuman

(Carmel Dagan’s article appeared in Variety, 7/7; via Pam Green.) James Caan, whose indelible, Oscar-nominated performance as Sonny Corleone, the recklessly hotheaded son of Marlon Brando�…

Alonzo King's SINGLE EYE | July 7–9 at the Metropolitan Opera House by American Ballet Theatre

“If thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light” - Matthew 6.22 Join us for the New York Premiere of SINGLE EYE! This new work by the legendary Alonzo King, set to music …

George Balanchine's THEME AND VARIATIONS | July 7–9 at the Metropolitan Opera House by American Ballet Theatre

THEME AND VARIATIONS is one of George Balanchine's most iconic ballets, requiring shimmering technique and heroic stamina. Set to Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, this classic w…

Jessica Lang's ZIGZAG | July 7–9 at the Metropolitan Opera House by American Ballet Theatre

Jessica Lang's ZIGZAG featuring songs sung by Tony Bennett with a special duet with Lady Gaga 🎶 The vibrant work celebrates the legendary career of Tony Bennett, using both his songs and…

Richard III Trailer | Stratford Festival 2022 by Stratford Festival

HIS SUCCESSION PLAN WILL SLAY YOU 👑 As charismatic as he is cunning, as strangely seductive as he is utterly ruthless, Richard, Duke of Gloucester is the very embodiment of lethal ambiti…

Kevin McKenzie Celebration | Saturday, July 9 at the Metropolitan Opera House by American Ballet Theatre

Witness history be made THIS SATURDAY, July 9! Join us for a special performance of AMERICAN SPLENDOR celebrating Kevin McKenzie's 30 years as Artistic Director ❤️ We are thrilled to sh…

AMERICAN SPLENDOR | Works by George Balanchine, Alonzo King, and Jessica Lang by American Ballet Theatre

Join us July 7–9 for a trio of dynamic works featuring 75th Anniversary performances of George Balanchine’s THEME AND VARIATIONS, Jessica Lang’s vibrant ZIGZAG, and the New York Premie…

A Recurring Theme: Actor Greg Wood on TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD by Debra Danese

Actor Greg Wood will return to Philly with the national tour of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD The post A Recurring Theme: Actor Greg Wood on TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD appeared first on phindie.

R.I.P. James Caan by Trav S.D.

Well, I was working on something pretty important just now but I just got the news about James Caan’s passing, and that’s a stop-the-presses situation. It’s made me sadder than I would…

Fountain Theatre to livestream final ‘hyper-staged’ reading of ‘Roe’ as free, public service by Fountaintheatre

The Fountain Theatre will live stream the final performance of Roe by Lisa Loomer on Sunday, July 10 beginning at 8 p.m. PT/11 p.m. ET. The event will be made available free of charge as a p…

Meet the Cast of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES: Juliette Redden by Goodspeed Musicals

Get to know our very own Anne of Green Gables... JULIETTE REDDEN! Juliette is so excited to be making her Goodspeed debut! Previous credits include Martha in "Spring Awakening" (TUTS), Kath…

LRLR Completes the 19th Annual Charity Motorcycle Ride, the Blue Ridge Ramble by Michael Eddy

The Long Reach Long Riders (LRLR) are very happy to announce the successful completion of their 19th annual charity motorcycle ride, the Blue Ridge Ramble. The annual ride, which benefits th…

Making a Musical: 1776 Co-director Jeffrey L. Page by American Repertory Theater

Co-director and Choreographer Jeffrey L. Page talks representation and identity in 1776. 1776 the Musical: NOW PLAYING — Limited engagement ends July 24! Tickets on sale at: https://amrep…

Making a Musical: 1776 Co-director Diane Paulus by American Repertory Theater

Co-director and A.R.T. Artistic Director Diane Paulus on reckoning with American history in 1776. 1776 the Musical: NOW PLAYING — Limited engagement ends July 24! Tickets on sale at: http…

Beckhoff USA Adds Buck Tanner, Steve Boelte to Business Development Team by Michael Eddy

Beckhoff Automation continues to expand its business development efforts in the U.S. by hiring Buck Tanner and Steve Boelte. The two new Business Development Managers will expand Beckhoff ma…

Analog Way Names Midwest AV as Sales Rep in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Missouri by Michael Eddy

Analog Way is pleased to appoint independent manufacturer’s representative firm Midwest AV of Prospect Heights, IL as their sales rep in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Missouri. Under Prin…

Kelli O'Hara, Denée Benton, Ephraim Sykes, More Set for Barlow and Bear's Kennedy Center The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical Concert by Raven Brunner

The Grammy Award-winning duo will be accompanied by The National Symphony Orchestra.

See New Photos From Broadway's The Kite Runner by Raven Brunner

The new play began previews July 6 at the Hayes Theater.

Exit Lines: “Hamlet” – Popdose by Bob Cashill

Review.

Gripelectric Worx Gets First Astera PixelBricks in South Africa by Michael Eddy

Gripelectric Worx, the busy company of freelance gaffer Emmanuel (Manny) Sitole, is based in Johannesburg, South Africa, and owns some specialist lighting kit, which is primarily used on Man…

Working in the Theatre Live: Company (Part 2) by American Theatre Wing

The new gender-bent Broadway revival of Company offers a glimpse into the journey of 35-year-old Bobbie as she is bombarded about her relationship status by her friends. By recontextualizing…

Working in the Theatre Live: Company (Part 1) by American Theatre Wing

The new gender-bent Broadway revival of Company offers a glimpse into the journey of 35-year-old Bobbie as she is bombarded about her relationship status by her friends. By recontextualizing…

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PlayPenn Returns With 6 Finalists and 4 Readings by American Theatre Editors

This year's conference features plays by Brie Knight, Santiago Tonauac Castro, Ken Kaissar, Ian August, Nimisha Ladva, and Stephanie Kyung Sun Walter.

See Tom Hanks Hang Out With the Cast of Safe Home at Shadowland Stages by Raven Brunner

The play is co-written by by Hanks and James Glossman, who also directs.

Cabaret Champion Michael Feinstein Teams With Café Carlyle by Elysa Gardner

The performer and entrepreneur is ending his partnership with 54 Below and will perform his first-ever shows at the Upper East Side venue in October.

Watch Trailer for 6-Part HBO Max Paul Newman-Joanne Woodward Documentary The Last Movie Stars by Andrew Gans

Based on transcripts of interviews with the stage and screen stars, the film features George Clooney giving voice to Newman's comments and Laura Linney to Woodward's.

Ari Axelrod’s “Ari’s Arias,” at Birdland Theater, Was Close to Flawless by Andrew Poretz

The name Ari in Hebrew means “lion.” After seeing this encore performance of Ari’s Arias, the definition ought to be “love”—for Ari Axelrod is love personified. Love radiates fro…

Watch a Sneak Peek at the NYC Debut of Notre Dame de Paris by Roberto Araujo

The beloved adaptation of Victor Hugo's The Hunchback of Notre Dame will start performances at Lincoln Center on July 13.

Anna in the Tropics by Barry Gordin

Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, Anna in the Tropics, opens at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor. By: Patrick Christiano July 6, 2022:  Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor is on-a-roll. Their…

Broadway: “Almost Famous” Musical Is Almost Here from “MJ” Team This October by Roger Friedman

Penny Lane is coming to Broadway. Cameron Crowe’s “Almost Famous,” the musical, has a theater, a start date, and an opening night.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK Mill at Sonning, Berks by Libby Purves and Friends

STEP BACK TO THE SIXTIES SIMPLICITIES…   Once again , off to this most enticing dinner-theatre embedded in a historic treasure,  its big real watermill whirling away in the bar and the …

2022 Capital Fringe Preview: ‘Sadec 1965: A Love Story’ by Guest Author

A solo storytelling performance best described as 'Motorcycle Diaries' meets 'Eat, Pray, Love' set in Vietnam.

Appreciation: Theater producer Steve Fickinger, of 'Dear Evan Hansen,' left behind a trail of joy by Steven Vargas

'Dear Evan Hansen' producer Steve Fickinger's friends reflect on the moments that encapsulated the joy and laughter he brought to theater after his death at 62.

The Dance of Death, Arcola Theatre review - hate sustains a marriage in new version of Strindberg classic by Gary Naylor

Fine acting and bleak humour barely ameliorates a grim slog through a broken relationship Rebecca Lenkiewicz's adaptation of August Strindberg's 1900 paean to the power of loathing over lovi…

Composer Quinn Mason is HSO’s first artist-in-residence under new Black-artists grant by Christopher Arnott

Texas-based composer Quinn Mason is the first recipient of a new artist-in-residency grant to work with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. The symphony will premiere a new Mason composition of…

Not just another remake by Dmitry Samarov

With over a hundred years of the moving image at their disposal, these creative people appear at a loss how to proceed. It’s a very familiar feeling. The post Not just another remake appea…

The ‘new normal’ hangs over another summer of live music by Leor Galil

It’s music festival season again, and of course we’re still in the middle of a pandemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 222.3 million U.S. residents are ful…

The Prom's Kalyn West & Kaden Kearney Test How Well They Know Each Other by Broadwaysf

Kalyn West (Alyssa Greene) and Kaden Kearney (Emma) play love interests in THE PROM. We put them to the test to see who knows one another best! What superlative would Kalyn be voted for? Wha…

Dawn Lewis wants you to “try meh hand” at the next Monday Night Foodball by Mike Sula

Most days the freshest, flakiest, most diaphanous Trinidadian roti in the city must be consumed al trunko on the 2500 block of South Wabash with your blinkers on (it’s the only spot for ro…

Review: ‘Pearl’s Rollin’ with the Blues’ at Writers Theatre is the work of these giant Chicago talents by Chris Jones

Felicia Pearl Fields, a Chicago treasure, sure can sing the blues. Now she has a show fully worthy of her talents.

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

July features the founding of a few illustrious theatrical organizations, a turn on the burlesque business wheel, a Sam Shepard classic in the remaking, and a powerful advocate for Latino pl…

May 2023

A Whitney Houston Tribute Concert event featuring songs like “I Will Always Love You,” “Saving All My Love For You” and “Where Do Broken Hearts Go.”

April 2023

In 1940s Pittsburgh, struggling singer Floyd “Schoolboy” Barton’s shot at stardom comes when a major recording studio offers an unexpected opportunity of a lifetime. Set to the fiery r…

36th International Hispanic Theatre Festival Opens With Unique Work by Bill Hirschman

The play "Are You There, Bette Davis?" written and directed by Uruguayan Domingo Milesi is a centerpiece of the 36th International Hispanic Theatre Festival of Miami this month, featuring si…

A Guitar & Its Culture Is Focal Point for MiND’s ‘Papa Cuatro’ by Bill Hirschman

The cuatro, a small quintessential Venezualan instrument four-string guitar, is the focus of Papá Cuatro, Miami New Drama’s world premiere, opens. The director describes it as “somethin…

‘Almost Famous’ announces new dates and Broadway theater by Caitlin Hornik

“Almost Famous” has announced new dates for its Broadway run. Previews will now begin Oct. 3 with an opening night set for Nov. 3 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. It had previously been…

March 2023

“Dino!” transports us to a hip 1970s club where – accompanied by his signature drink in hand – the “King of Cool” entertains all by weaving stories with a smorgasbord of classic …

January 2023

Laughter, witty wordplay and 1990s nostalgia come together in this joyful and cherished classic, one of Shakespeare’s most delightful romantic comedies.

February 2023

Laughter, witty wordplay and 1990s nostalgia come together in this joyful and cherished classic, one of Shakespeare’s most delightful romantic comedies.

Almost Famous Finds Broadway Home and Shifts Dates for Fall Bow by Beth Stevens

Almost Famous has found its Broadway home. The new musical, which is based on the 2000 film of the same, will play the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre with performances beginning on October 3. Op…

& Juliet to Arrive on Broadway in Fall with Lorna Courtney, Paulo Szot, Betsy Wolfe, Stark Sands and More by Lindsey Sullivan

The Olivier Award-winning musical & Juliet is coming to Broadway in the fall. Currently playing in Toronto, the show will transfer directly to Broadway, with previews beginning on Octob…

Paul Bettany and Jeremy Pope to Star as Warhol and Basquiat in The Collaboration on Broadway by Beth Stevens

Four-time Oscar-nominated writer Anthony McCarten's The Collaboration is coming to Broadway. The production,, which had its world premiere at London’s Young Vic Theatre earlier this year, …

Oklahoma! in San Francisco by Broadwaysf

OKLAHOMA! is coming to San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre from August 16–September 11, 2022. This is OKLAHOMA! as you’ve never seen or heard it before—reimagined for the 21st century…

Listen to Sophia Anne Caruso's New Single 'Snow & Ice' by Raven Brunner

The Beetlejuice performer refers to this track as her "favorite."

Disney's Winnie the Pooh Stage Musical Will Present a Sensory-Friendly Performance and Nostalgia Nights by Talaura Harms

The Off-Broadway family-friendly show has also partnered with several New York City sweets shops to offer Pooh-inspired treats.

Candace Bushnell @ WHBPAC by Barry Gordin

“Sex and the City” creator Candace Bushnell brings her one woman show to Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center this Saturday, July 9 at 8pm. July 7, 2022: Ladies, just three more day…

Full Casting, Creative Team Revealed for World Premiere of Johnny G. Lloyd's Patience Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Second Stage will present the work, directed by Zhailon Levingston.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child | Critics Rave! by Mirvish Productions

Now on stage at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto. Tickets at https://www.mirvish.com/

Watch Nick Rashad Burroughs' Quick Change Backstage at Broadway's Tina—The Tina Turner Musical by Andrew Gans

Burroughs plays Ike Turner in the Tony-nominated musical at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

‘& Juliet’ to Open on Broadway This Fall by Billy McEntee

The Olivier Award-winning original musical "& Juliet" will arrive on Broadway this fall, transferring to the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. The post ‘& Juliet’ to Open on Broadway Th…

Safe Home, a New Play by Tom Hanks, Sets World Premiere at Shadowland Stages

The play is co-authored by Tom Hanks and James Glossman, based on Hanks's book of short stories.

Paul Bettany and Jeremy Pope to Star in Broadway Premiere of The Collaboration

The new play is written by Anthony McCarten.

2022 Toronto Fringe Festival reviews: “The Boy Who Cried,” and other top picks

Check back here throughout the week for our critics’ top picks from the largest theatre festival in Toronto

The Awe-Inspiring and Vibrant World of Cirque du Soleil’s “CRYSTAL”: Circus On and Above Ice by Megan C. McCormick

We see Crystal suspended in the air, hovering 30-some feet above the ice, slowly twisting and swimming through the air while being lowered down towards the stage as if sinking into water. Th…

Cronies on boards, BBC vandalism and relentless culture wars – what Boris Johnson did for the arts by Charlotte Higgins

Defending statues, attacking ‘wokeness’, trying to destroy Channel 4 … the disgraced ex-PM’s impact on the arts has been disruptive, cynical and inept – but what comes next could b…

Anne of Green Gables Director's Vision by Goodspeed Musicals

Director Jenn Thompson shares her vision for Goodspeed Musicals' world premiere of Anne of Green Gables. Learn more: https://www.goodspeed.org/shows/anne-of-green-gables Book & Lyrics by M…

Sarah Millican: Bobby Dazzler review – crude comedy with a baroque flourish by Brian Logan

Oxford PlayhouseThere are some low-wattage anecdotes in this set but the standup delivers gags about farting and haemorrhoids with an undeniable vitality There are seven signs of ageing, acc…

Tom Hanks ‘Safe Home’ by Sandi Durell

SHADOWLAND STAGES in Ellenville, NY (“The cultural jewel of Southern Ulster County” – CHRONOGRAM) proudly announces the world Premiere production of SAFE HOME, by Tom Hanks and James G…

London's The Collaboration Transferring to Broadway With Jeremy Pope and Paul Bettany by Logan Culwell-Block

The duo star as Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol in Anthony McCarten's play, which premiered at London's Young Vic earlier this year.

‘The Boy Who Cried’ is a gripping Fringe fest play about a young camper and his counsellor, and stars a formidable ensemble cast by Joshua Chong - Staff Reporter

Brad Gira’s 85-minute dark comedy takes risks in form and structure that pay off in this slick production

Detroit Public Theatre Launches Residency Program by American Theatre Editors

The program will be part of the company's next season in their new building on Third Avenue.

Review: Village Theatre’s “Medieval ER” improv finds bright humor in Dark Ages by Jordan Owen

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I arrived at the Village... The post Review: Village Theatre’s “Medieval ER” improv finds bright humor in Dark Ages appeared first on ARTS ATL.

Warhol-Basquiat Play ‘The Collaboration’ Sets Winter Broadway Opening; Paul Bettany & Jeremy Pope To Star by Greg Evans

The Collaboration, Anthony McCarten’s hit London play about artists Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat, will make its American premiere on Broadway this winter, with Paul Bettany and Jer…

‘All I feel is loss’ by Leor Galil

After nearly two years on electronic monitoring, Jeremey “Mohawk” Johnson’s ankle bracelet is finally off. The post ‘All I feel is loss’ appeared first on Chicago Reader.

‘The Collaboration,’ About Warhol and Basquiat, Plans Broadway Bow by Michael Paulson

The play, by Anthony McCarten, will be presented this fall by the Manhattan Theater Club, following a run earlier this year at the Young Vic in London.

Jeff Kready Steps in as Temporary Replacement in Broadway's Company Alongside Wife Nikki Renée Daniels by Logan Culwell-Block

The Billy Elliot and Gentleman's Guide star is playing David, filling in for Christopher Fitzgerald, through July 24.

Cast Complete for London Chess Concerts Starring Samantha Barks by Andrew Gans

The Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, and Tim Rice musical has added an additional performance at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Almost Famous Musical Sets Broadway Home, Postpones Start by Logan Culwell-Block

Based on the 2000 film of the same name, the musical features a score by Tony and Pulitzer winner Tom Kitt and a book and lyrics by Cameron Crowe, the film's writer.

Before Broadway, Lin-Manuel Miranda Was a Bar Mitzvah Party Starter and Substitute Teacher by Raven Brunner

The Hamilton creator appeared on the July 6 broadcast of The Kelly Clarkson Show to talk about life pre-In the Heights and why now is the best time to see a Broadway show.

‘Almost Famous’ Musical Sets New Broadway Opening Date, Lands Venue by Greg Evans

Almost Famous, the stage musical based on Cameron Crowe’s 2000 film, will begin previews at Broadway’s Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on October 3, ahead of a November 3 opening night. The ne…

Daniel Fish's Most Happy in Concert Announces Performers

Mary Testa, a Tony-nominated alum of Fish's reimagined Oklahoma!, is among the Williamstown Theatre Festival cast.

9 picks for your L.A. weekend: A Shakespeare festival, Broadway musicals, ballet and more by Matt Cooper

The Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival. Barak Ballet in Santa Monica. "Kinky Boots" at the Hollywood Bowl. "Moulin Rouge!" at the Pantages.

‘Clever, sharp & heavily detailed’: THE END OF THE NIGHT (Online Show) by Louise Penn

A tight 80-minute three-hander (two other minor characters appear briefly), Original Theatre’s The End of the Night is not an easy watch but it is quite brilliant, and lends itself perfect…

The Hunchback of Notre Dame at SART by Edwin Arnaudin

The ambitious musical features a fascinating, emotionally-rich take on Quasimodo.

London's Jersey Boys to Welcome New Cast Members, Including Luke Suri as Frankie Valli by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Trafalgar Theatre.

Pulitzer Prize Finalist Kristina Wong Directs Streaming From Number To Name: Back To Life by Leah Putnam

The show, which reimagines the criminal justice system, streams live August 5-7 via East West Players.

See Tony Nominee Will Swenson Transform Into Neil Diamond for A Beautiful Noise by Margaret Hall

The bio-musical is set to come to Broadway this fall.

Almost Famous Shifts Broadway Schedule, Announces Theater

The new musical features a book by Cameron Crowe, who created the beloved film.

Fame, Creativity, and Mental Health by Chicago Reader

Alex Ebert may be best known as the lead singer and songwriter of Grammy Award-winning indie-rock band Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, the frontman of art-rock group Ima Robot, and a c…

What to see, do and hear: “Lizzie” rocks, “West Side Story,” Blue Man Group, more by ArtsATL Staff

ART+DESIGN The Bob Thompson exhibit at the High Museum of Art, This... The post What to see, do and hear: “Lizzie” rocks, “West Side Story,” Blue Man Group, more appeared first on AR…

A Walk in Their Heels: Meet the Hustle Evangelist by Margaret Fuhrer

Abdiel Jacobsen, a former Martha Graham dancer, found freedom in hustle, which offers a progressive, gender-neutral vision of partnered social dance.

The Griswolds’ Broadway Vacation Cancels Houston Run by Margaret Hall

Theatre Under the Stars has filled the vacancy with the regional premiere of The Secret of My Success.

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, July 7, 2022 by Susan Grace

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I Interview Playwrights Part 1113: Isaac Byrne by Adam Szymkowicz

Isaac ByrneHometown:Oh, I grew up moving constantly. If you get count all the times I lived with extended family, I think I moved about 21 times by the time I was 18. I was born in Riverton …

West End's & Juliet Musical Sets Fall Broadway Bow With Betsy Wolfe, Paulo Szot, More by Logan Culwell-Block

The jukebox musical with a book by Schitt's Creek writer David West Read imagines a different ending for the Shakespearean heroine.

What if Juliet Lived? A Pop Hitmaker’s ‘& Juliet’ Heads to Broadway. by Michael Paulson

The jukebox musical, which is already running in London, features songs by the Swedish writer and producer Max Martin, including “Since U Been Gone” and “ … Baby One More Time.”

Pearl Hobson: From Roanoke to the Russian Revolution by Trav S.D.

I have no idea how I first learned about Pearl Hobson (1879-1919) but I’m glad I did, for her journey is a fascinating ride, as though you had plunked Josephine Baker down in the middle of…

West End Hit & Juliet Moving to Broadway This Fall, With Betsy Wolfe, Stark Sands, and More

Lorna Courtney and Paulo Szot also star in the new musical, which will run at the Sondheim Theatre.

‘& Juliet’ to open on Broadway this fall by Caitlin Hornik

“& Juliet,” the new original musical that opened on London’s West End in 2019, will begin performances on Broadway this fall. Previews are set to begin at the Stephen Sondheim Thea…

‘& Juliet’ Musical Heading To Broadway This Fall, With Book By ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Writer David West Read & Music By Max Martin by Greg Evans

& Juliet, the Olivier Award-winning musical with a book by Schitt’s Creek writer David West Read, will make its Broadway debut this fall, with previews beginning October 28 at the Step…

Young people dream up a safer summer in Chicago by Justin Agrelo

After Mayor Lori Lightfoot expanded the citywide curfew in response to a shooting, teenagers spoke about Chicago’s gun violence crisis and their relationship to the city. The post Young pe…

Cabaret Coming Up by Sandi Durell

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present a special edition of Jim Caruso’s Cast Party – the weekly talent celebration that has been in residence every Monday for almost two decades – to comm…

Alex Lawther Brings an Open Mind to Playing Hamlet by Leah Putnam

The Black Mirror actor talks about playing the grieving Shakespearean prince at Off-Broadway’s Park Avenue Armory.

A New Path Forward? Exploring the State of Chicago Theater by Amanda Finn

Many of our city’s theatrical leaders agree that Chicago is at the forefront of defining the future of the American theater.

Today on Broadway: Thursday, July 7, 2022 by Matt Tamanini

“Stranger Things” Coming to the Stage, Real-Life Couple Alert at “Company,” Victory gardens Staff Resigns “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting t…

A powerful and moving ‘Music Man’ comes to Olney Theatre Center by David Gerson

If the production is more challenging than what one might expect, it is also more emotional and charming and intoxicating.

Julian Ovenden, Gina Beck, Rob Houchen & Joanna Ampi sing songs from South Pacific at The Ivy by Official London Theatre

Before rehearsal, the principle cast of South Pacific headed to The Ivy to perform a mashup of songs from the show. Official London Theatre is the number one site to get theatre tickets, n…

The End of the Night review – Himmler’s secret summit with a Jewish leader by Arifa Akbar

Available onlineA chilling portrayal of the tense encounter between the SS chief and Norbert Masur, a representative of the World Jewish Congress, works well on screen In the dying days of t…

Subversive Chicago rock outfit Famous Laughs immerse you in jams on Total Icon by Leor Galil

For more than a decade, Chicago multi-instrumentalist and engineer Jake Acosta has been a key player in a loose federation of subversive musicians. He’s done a lot of crucial work running …

New post-show Q&A: Make a deal to join Terri Paddock for Lazarus Theatre’s reinvention of Doctor Faustus at Southwark Playhouse by Terri Paddock

Following the 8pm performance of Doctor Faustus at Southwark Playhouse on Wednesday 14 September 2022, My Theatre Mates co-founder Terri Paddock will talk to director Ricky Dukes, leading ma…

‘We are Of The Cut’ 🌆 Taking Part 25 by Young Vic

Introducing the cast for Of The Cut, a fusion of film, stage, sound, imagery and story about the many lives lived on and around The Cut to celebrate 25 years of Taking Part. Created with co…

KXT on Broadway by Aussie Theatre

After six sensational years in the heart of “the Cross”, we’re moving into the heart of the city to create

The Glass Menagerie lights up His Majesty’s Theatre by Aussie Theatre

His Majesty’s Theatre lights up for THREE WEEKS ONLY from 2-21 August with Clare Watson’s captivating reimagining of The Glass

Rehearsals Underway for Jekyll And Hyde The Musical by Aussie Theatre

The battle between good and evil has commenced, with rehearsals starting this week for the upcoming Australian professional production premiere

Wake Up With BWW 7/7: STRANGER THINGS Stage Play in the Works, First Look at & JULIET, and More!

Today's top stories include a real-life couple playing opposite one another in Company! Jeff Kready will temporarily take on the role of David, opposite his real-life wife Nikki Renee Daniel…

Two ‘Pippin’ productions hit Connecticut stages: at Playhouse on Park and at Lyric Theatre by Christopher Arnott

Two different productions of the 1972 musical "Pippin" are happening this month: at Playhouse on Park in West Hartford and Madison Lyric Stage in Madison.

Pittsburgh's arts groups struggle to bring back audiences in the wake of COVID by Jeremy Reynolds / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

On the Couch with Jeff van de Zandt

The post On the Couch with Jeff van de Zandt appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

INDance by Aussie Theatre

Over 2 weeks in August, Sydney Dance Company and City of Sydney will be supporting INDance, an inaugural independent dance

Jennifer Wong announced as In Other Words curator for 2022 OzAsia Festival

The post Jennifer Wong announced as In Other Words curator for 2022 OzAsia Festival appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Is the Future of American Opera Unfolding in Detroit? by Mark Binelli

Yuval Sharon’s wildly innovative stagings, already celebrated in Berlin and Los Angeles, reach new heights in Michigan.

Keziah Warner’s Control makes its Sydney premiere at New Theatre

The post Keziah Warner’s Control makes its Sydney premiere at New Theatre appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Edinburgh fringe tries to quell revolt after criticism of 2022 event by Severin Carrell Scotland Editor

More than 1,600 comedians, agents and producers sign open letter that accuses festival of mismanagement The Edinburgh fringe festival is attempting to quell a rebellion by hundreds of comedi…

Gertrude Street Projection Festival returns this winter

The post Gertrude Street Projection Festival returns this winter appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Theater: THE WINTER’S TALE (Oak Park Festival Theatre) by Jim Allen

WINTER IN SUMMER: OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE PRESENTS “THE WINTER’S TALE” JULY 14 – AUGUST 20, 2022 Following Devastating Fire, Beloved Theatre Re-Opens in Austin Gardens with Shakesp…

Announcing KXT on Broadway

The post Announcing KXT on Broadway appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

On the London Stage, Families in Disarray by Matt Wolf

Two new plays, “The Southbury Child” and “Mad House,” explore domestic discord with contrasting degrees of success.

metaLAB’s futureSTAGE: Sentient AI and the Arts by Alexander Fatouros

Embodying a portfolio of projects, metaLAB (at) Harvard is a think tank spotlighting the networked arts and humanities. Set at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard Un…

ORACLE returns to Melbourne – announces Sydney season

The post ORACLE returns to Melbourne – announces Sydney season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Interview: Julia Lester on Being the Last Little Red Stephen Sondheim Sent Into the Woods

Lester returns to Disney Plus in Season 3 of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series while making her Broadway debut opposite the very person who inspired her TV character.

The Magnificent Seven Begins Off-Broadway Run July 7 by Leah Putnam

The new musical about the 1996 U.S. Women’s Olympic Gymnastics team stars Caitlin Kinnunen, Libby Servais, Allison Posner, and more.

Checking In With… Tina—The Tina Turner Musical Star Nick Rashad Burroughs by Andrew Gans

Burroughs plays Ike Turner in the Tony-nominated musical, which concludes its run in August at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

The Seagull, Starring Game of Thrones' Emilia Clarke, Opens in London July 7 by Andrew Gans

Jamie Lloyd directs the production at the West End's Harold Pinter Theatre.

The RSC’s Richard III is a powerful portrait of savagery

The production features a magnetic central performance from Arthur Hughes. Plus: The Southbury Child at the Bridge Theatre

10+ Stage Performances to Watch Online This Weekend July 8-10 - See a concert by 'The Prom' stars Caitlin Kinnunen and Isabelle McCalla, The Fire This by Raven Snook

While in-person theatre is back in NYC, there are still wonderful shows to stream at home. Below are performances you can watch online this weekend, Friday, July 8 to Sunday, July 10, for fr…