Matt Ward Productions PRISCILLA The Musical opens tomorrow on the Gold Coast by Aussie Theatre

A transgender actor will play the lead role in the famed musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert – coming to

Review Roundup: THE KITE RUNNER Opens On Broadway!

The stage adaptation of the classic novel The Kite Runner opens tonight night on Broadway. The show will run through October 30 at The Hayes Theater (240 West 44th Street). Read the reviews!

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Broadway's The Kite Runner? by Margaret Hall

The stage adaptation of Khaled Hosseini's novel stars The Blacklist's Amir Arison.

Review: ‘The Kite Runner’ Trips From Page to Stage by Maya Phillips

Amir Arison stars as a guilt-ridden Afghan refugee brooding over a childhood friendship in a stiff adaptation of Khaled Hosseini’s best-selling novel.

The Kite Runner on Broadway: Azita Ghanizada and Eric Sirakian by TDF

We talked to The Kite Runner's Azita Ghanizada and Eric Sirakian about bringing the Afghan culture to Broadway and what they love about their characters! Look for tickets on tdf.org.

The Kite Runner on Broadway: Amir Arison by TDF

We talked to The Kite Runner's Amir Arison on his connection to playing Amir.

FAT HAM - Juicy & Tio Scene | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

Don't miss Pulitzer-winning FAT HAM by James Ijames at The Public Theater, now through July 31st! ABOUT: FAT HAM Co-Production with National Black Theatre By James Ijames Directed by Sahe…

‘The Kite Runner’ Broadway Review: Earnest Adaptation Of Beloved Novel Struggles To Soar by Greg Evans

Khaled Hosseini’s 2003 bestselling novel The Kite Runner is the sort of compelling, epic morality tale that spans eras and cultures, depicts friendship and betrayal, loyalty and cowardice,…

Review: A distilled ‘Kite Runner’ struggles to fly on Broadway by Brittani Samuel

High school love is often blind. My affair with Khaled Hosseini’s novel “The Kite Runner” was no exception. Equally harrowing and hopeful, the book was easy to cherish as a child. But …

‘The Kite Runner’ Broadway review: Gripping stage adaptation of bestseller by Johnny Oleksinski

It’s a straightforward, to-the-point play, but one that’s easy to embrace.

The Kite Runner: Khaled Hosseini’s Literary Sensation Beguiles Broadway by Melissa Rose Bernardo

★★★★☆ The stage version of the 2003 novel proves to be the theatrical equivalent of a page turner   The post The Kite Runner: Khaled Hosseini’s Literary Sensation Beguiles Broad…

The Kite Runner: The Best-Selling Novel Soars Sky-High on Stage by David Finkle

★★★★☆ Matthew Spangler adapts the Khaled Hosseini work, with Giles Croft directing a taut 13-member cast The post The Kite Runner: The Best-Selling Novel Soars Sky-High on Stage ap…

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Review: Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner Comes to Broadway. Is It as Good as the Book?

The new play comes from London's West End and stars Amir Arison of The Blacklist.

HAIRSPRAY will tour to Adelaide and Sydney by Gabi Bergman

Producers of the original Tony Award winning Broadway production of Hairspray are thrilled to announce that the beloved production, which

‘Hamilton’ Director Thomas Kail Talks Helming Improvised Musical ‘Freestyle Love Supreme’ by Jenelle Riley

One of the joys of live theater is that it’s ephemeral — a show is never the same from night to night. But “Freestyle Love Supreme” has taken that up a notch, presenting an entirely …

Brennyn Lark, Bre Jackson & Keri René Fuller to Join Six on Broadway by Caitlin Moynihan

There are new queens in town! The Tony-nominated Six will soon welcome back Keri René Fuller as Jane Seymour as well as Bre Jackson as Catherine of Aragon and Brennyn Lark as Catherine Par…

New Musical About the Life of Frida Kahlo in the Works by Caitlin Moynihan

A new musical about the life of celebrated Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is in the works. FRIDA, The Musical will feature music by popular Mexican composer Jaime Lozano and lyrics by Obie Awar…

Odds & Ends: Watch Samantha Barks & Ramin Karimloo in the Trailer for Tomorrow Morning by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. See Samantha Barks & Ramin Karimloo in New Movie Musical A trailer has arrived for the previously announced movie musical Tomorr…

Netflix's "13: The Musical” Has One Huge Systemic Problem: I’m Not in It by Broadway Beat

by James La Bella. @james.la.bella. BROOKLYN, NY - With today’s release of Netflix’s film adaptation, I think it’s time we address the...

Photo Spotlight: See Dancers Soar for In-Person Return of Fire Island Dance Festival by Michael Wiltbank

The festival raised over $650,000 for Dancers Responding to AIDS, a Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS program.

London’s West End gets first purpose-built theatre in 50 years by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

Part of a £300m regeneration of the area near Tottenham Court Road station, @sohoplace combines intimacy with innovative design A major new West End theatre is to open this autumn, designed…

‘It’s a feeling I’ve been chasing ever since’: Edinburgh festival debuts

Alan Cumming did a gig for a cat, Tiff Stevenson was drowned out by samba and some performers even made a profit … fringe veterans discuss their first time and how the festival has changed…

Closer review – Patrick Marber’s daring drama turns 25 by Arifa Akbar

Lyric Hammersmith, LondonThis intimate story of four-way romantic damage gains an extra edge in Clare Lizzimore’s slick revival Patrick Marber’s hit play brimmed with daring when it prem…

Huno review – unnerving drama set in a waterlogged dystopia by Gareth Llŷr Evans

The Other Room, CardiffMelding ancient stories with current crises, Tamar Williams’s clever version of Branwen’s story from the Mabinogi is elegantly directed In a week when the climate …

The tastes of home by Jt Newman, Philip Montoro, Salem Collo-Julin, Kirk Williamson and Savannah Hugueley

It’s a common refrain in the city: Chicago summer is so worth the wait. Newbies and transplants can feel the buzz of opportunity in the air when the weather starts to turn. Visceral summer…

Broadway Veterans to Star in Berkeley Rep’s World Premiere of Goddess by Leah Putnam

The new musical, conceived and directed by Saheem Ali, features music and lyrics by Michael Thurber, and a book by Jocelyn Bioh.

Charity Angél Dawson Will Be Chicago's Next Matron 'Mama' Morton on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The long-running production continues at the Ambassador Theatre.

Review Roundup: Billy Porter Makes Directorial Debut With ANYTHING'S POSSIBLE Film; What Are the Critics Saying?

Billy Porter makes his directorial debut with Anything’s Possible, a new film starring Eva Reign, Abubakr Ali, and Renée Elise Goldsberry. Anything’s Possible is a modern Gen Z coming-…

'You Are the Dancing Queen' at Mamma Mia! The Party by Michael Wiltbank

See new production photos of the immersive theatrical and dining experience.

EXILED ANTI-WAR PLAYWRIGHT WISHES FOR RUSSIA’S ‘CRUSHING DEFEAT’ by Robert Shuman

(from Radio Free Europe, 7/20/22.) Influential Russian playwright Mikhail Durnenkov fled Russia for Finland shortly after Moscow’s February 24 invasion of Ukraine. Durnenkov’s opposition…

'The Prom' TV Spot | Ahmanson Theatre by Center Theatre Group

Everyone’s invited to the joyous Broadway hit that New York Magazine calls “smart and big-hearted” and The New York Times declares “makes you believe in musical comedy again!” The …

BEETLEJUICE Cancels Tonight's Performance Due to Covid Cases in the Company

Beetlejuice has cancelled tonight's (July 21) performance due to Covid cases in the company. 

Complete Cast & Creative Announced for World Premiere of GODDESS, Starring Amber Iman & More at Berkeley Rep

Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere musical, Goddess. The musical stage production is conceived and directed by Saheem Ali, music and …

Disney Developing New Musical Movie PENELOPE

Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist producer Robert Suddeth is writing the script. Plot details are currently under wraps, other than that the film will be a new 'unique twist' on the Princess and…

Broadway’s ‘Beetlejuice’ Cancels Thursday Performance Due To Covid by Greg Evans

The Broadway musical Beetlejuice has canceled tonight’s performance due to cases of Covid within the company. “We apologize for the inconvenience this causes ticket holders, and apprecia…

Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad visits campus with her family to discuss Disability Pride by Lincoln Center

"Disability pride and disability joy aren’t things that we’ve typically heard.” The arts are for everyone. We were honored to have Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad, founder of Accessible Trav…

Odd Obsession has returned by Noah Berlatsky

If you want to see Crispin Glover’s Olivia Newton-John impersonation, head around the bunny-headed Jesus, past the John Wayne Gacy display, and watch your head down the stairs. The post Od…

***** ‘CRAZY FOR YOU’ REVIEW – SPINE-TINGLING MUSICAL IS A GIDDY THRILL by Robert Shuman

(Arifa Akbar’s article appeared in the Guardian, 7/20.) Chichester Festival theatre Instantly infectious melodies, superb choreography and irresistible comedy are met with astonishing perf…

New Musical About Mexican Icon Frida Kahlo in the Works by Leah Putnam

The new work, supported by the Kahlo family, will feature music by Jaime Lozano and lyrics by Neena Beber.

Stranger Things Musical Parody Stranger Sings! Will Return Off-Broadway This Fall by Andrew Gans

Nick Flatto will again direct Jonathan Hogue's musical.

Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical Returns Off-Broadway This Fall

Your favorite Netflix characters will bring '80s camp to Playhouse 46 at St. Luke's.

Simon Stephens, Lucas Hnath, and More Join 2022-23 Atlantic Theater Season

World premieres by Lloyd Suh, Gracie Gardner, and Deepa Purohit are also on the docket.

Frida Will Come To Life with Jaime Lozano and Neena Beber by Sandi Durell

The Kahlo family, universal rights owners of the Frida Kahlo estate represented by Alfonso Durán, alongside BTF Media and theatrical producer Valentina Berger announced today the devel…

Frida Kahlo Bio-Musical In Development For Broadway by Greg Evans

The family of Frida Kahlo has authorized the development of Frida, The Musical, a new stage work based on the life story of the groundbreaking 20th Century artist. “Frida still has so much…

Brennyn Lark, Bre Jackson & Kerri Renee Fuller to Join Six on Broadway by Caitlin Moynihan

There are new queens in town! The Tony-nominated Six will soon welcome back Keri René Fuller as Jane Seymour as well as Bre Jackson as Catherine of Aragon and Brennyn Lark as Catherine Par…

Adam Bregman, Courtnee Carter & More Set for Sing Street at Boston's Huntington Theatre by Lindsey Sullivan

Casting has been revealed for Sing Street's previously announced Boston run. After postponing its Broadway bow, the new musical will play from August 26 to October 2 at Huntington’s Calde…

Celebrate Opening Night of The Kite Runner with a Peek at the Production by Lindsey Sullivan

The stage adaptation of Khaled Hosseini’s best-selling novel The Kite Runner offially opens on Broadway on July 21, and now there's even more to see of the production. Playing at the Haye…

New Works from Simon Stephens, Lucas Hnath & More Slated for Atlantic Theater Company Season by Lindsey Sullivan

New work alert! The Atlantic Theater Company has announced the lineup for its 2022-2023 season, which is scheduled to kick off this September. September 8 will bring the world premiere play…

See the Unveiling of Tony-Winning Director Alex Timbers' Sardi's Portrait by Michael Wiltbank

The Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Beetlejuice director received the honor July 20.

Simon Lipkin and Georgina Castle Will Star in West End Return of Elf Musical by Andrew Gans

Philip Wm. McKinley will direct the production based on the 2003 film.

Speaking with Matt de Rogatis by Sandi Durell

by Yani Perez . . . Matt de Rogatis is currently starring at Theatre at St. Clements in a newly imagined version of Tennessee Williams’ Cat on A Hot Tin Roof, in his dream role as Brick. H…

VIDEO: Patina Miller Discusses How The Witch in INTO THE WOODS is 'Misunderstood' on CBS MORNINGS

Watch Patina Miller sit down on CBS Mornings to discuss her current Broadway run as The With in the revival of Into the Woods. During the interview, Miller discussed how the Witch can often …

Broadway's Beetlejuice Cancels July 21 Performance by Leah Putnam

The show announced the cancellation via Twitter, and is expected to resume July 22.

Mother and Son Duo Joanna Gleason and Aaron David Gleason Plan 54 Below Show Come Hell and High Water by Logan Culwell-Block

The Into the Woods Tony winner will direct her son's new solo show at the cabaret venue.

June 2023

The heartwarming and hilarious Tony-nominated musical about four bumbling Broadway stars who help a gay teen throw the prom of her dreams.

May 2023

The heartwarming and hilarious Tony-nominated musical about four bumbling Broadway stars who help a gay teen throw the prom of her dreams.

“The Ills We Do, Their Ills Instruct Us So”: Indigenous Futurism at the South Dakota Shakespeare Festival by Robert Hubbard

By Robert Hubbard. Robert Hubbard discusses the South Dakota Shakespeare Festival production of Othello, which Tara Moses adapted and directed through an Indigenous Futurist lens.

April 2023

A wildly imaginative love story for the modern age between a South Korean "goose father" and a North Korean defector.

March 2023

The 2019 Pulitzer-winning drama that will leave you reconsidering race, privilege, and the power of theater.

February 2023

The 2019 Pulitzer-winning drama that will leave you reconsidering race, privilege, and the power of theater.

World Premiere Musical CORNELIA STREET & Five World Premiere Plays Announced for Atlantic Theater Company 2022-2023 Season

Atlantic Theater Company has announced productions for its 2022-2023 season. Atlantic’s 2022-2023 season will include the world premiere musical Cornelia Street, with a book by Tony Award…

Living with Muddy by Deitra Farr

In 1954, McKinley Morganfield bought his first house, located at 4339 S. Lake Park Avenue in Kenwood. Better known as Muddy Waters, the Father of Chicago Blues shared the south-side house wi…

Spotlight On Wonder Boy by The 5th Avenue Theatre

The Food Issue by Chicago Reader

Browse the full July 21, 2022 issue. Download a free PDF of the print issue. The post The Food Issue appeared first on Chicago Reader.

Broadway’s T. Oliver Reid Answer Our Questions in His Elevator Pitch by Playbill

Those who have performed at 54 Below know the ride from the 10th floor green room to the basement stage can take a while. How to make good use of that time? Playbill invited Broadway's T. O…

World Premieres From Gracie Gardner, Lucas Hnath, Lloyd Suh, More in Atlantic Theater Company's 2022-23 Season by Logan Culwell-Block

The Off-Broadway company will also present Simon Stephens and Mark Eitzel's new musical Cornelia Street.

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Curve Leicester's Billy Elliot the Musical? by Leah Putnam

Nikolai Foster directs the production starring Sally-Ann Triplett, Joe Caffrey, Luke Baker, and more.

New theatre, @sohoplace, to open this Autumn! by Megan

Nica Burns announces the opening of @sohoplace, the first new-build West End theatre in 50 years opening this coming Autumn. The post New theatre, @sohoplace, to open this Autumn! appeared …

Glitter and be God by Kerry Reid

You want irony? How’s this—the actor originally cast as Judas in the 50th-anniversary touring production of Jesus Christ Superstar, James Beeks, was dismissed from the tour after being a…

Beware, Illinois by Ben Joravsky

I think we can all agree that MAGA’s unprecedented obsession with truth in regard to the rape of a ten-year-old girl in Ohio was really a sneaky attempt to divert attention from this rathe…

If you teach a girl to pickle by Yasmin Zacaria Mikhaiel

Food has been the thread, through hope and grief. The post If you teach a girl to pickle appeared first on Chicago Reader.

Hear Eleri Ward's Acoustic Folk Take on Into the Woods' 'No One Is Alone' by Logan Culwell-Block

The track comes from Ward's upcoming second album of songs by Stephen Sondheim, set to release later this year.

Patina Miller's Witch in Into the Woods is 'Mothering in the Only Way She Knows How' by Talaura Harms

The Tony-winning actor appeared on CBS Mornings to chat about motherhood and her roles in both the Broadway musical revival and Starz' Raising Kanan.

Donna McKechnie, Liz Callaway, Melissa Errico Will Play London's Crazy Coqs by Andrew Gans

The West End cabaret venue will also welcome Christine Pedi, Grace Mouat, Danielle Steers, Kerry Ellis, and more.

Sheldon Harnick-Penned English Translation of Bizet's Carmen in Upcoming MasterVoices Season by Logan Culwell-Block

Tony winner and Artistic Director Ted Sperling has also extended his contract with the community chorus.

2022 Capital Fringe Review: ‘Sheboygan’ by novelist Louis Bayard by Nicole Hertvik

If it weren’t ripped from the headlines, it would be hard to believe. Yet novelist Louis Bayard’s debut play, Sheboygan, is indeed based on recent true events. In 2020, when writer H.G. …

Go Behind the Scenes of Dear Evan Hansen's National Tour in Striking New Photos by Andrew Gans, Michael Wiltbank

Anthony Norman stars in the title role of the Tony-winning musical, currently playing the Ahmanson Theatre.

Photos: First Look at Chris McCarrell, Kennedy Caughell & More in SUPERYOU at Carnegie Hall

The anthemic rock musical SuperYou by Lourds Lane and directed by Japanese American director and choreographer JoAnn M. Hunter, just arrived at Carnegie Hall. Check out photos from the epic…

Music-Cabaret Updates by Sandi Durell

Roe Hartrampf reunites with Diana co-stars Jenna de Waal and Erin Davie for his first solo debut at 54 Below on August 9 and 10 @ 9:30 pm. Tickets: HERE Ann Morrison in Ann Morrison: Merrily…

Recombinations by Coco Picard

Editor’s note: Coco Picard’s comic for this issue examines artists Jennie C. Jones and Norman Teague on the occasion of their respective exhibitions this summer at Patron Gallery and Con…

Canadian Actors' Equity Will Also Bar Members From Working With Paradise Square Producer Garth Drabinsky by Logan Culwell-Block

The union is standing in solidarity with American Equity's own ban while leaving room for Drabinsky to possibly work with both CAEA and AEA members in the future.

Much Ado About Nothing, National Theatre review - Shakespeare’s comedy goes Hollywood musical by Helen Hawkins

Simon Godwin delivers an unexpectedly conventional production, larky and fluffy After gender-flipping the National’s Malvolio, the director Simon Godwin might have been expected to be equa…

Closer, Lyric Hammersmith review - still sordid and sexy 25 years on by Gary Naylor

★★★★CLOSER, LYRIC HAMMERSMITH Still sordid and sexy 25 years on Lovers come together, split apart and come together again Drama is writing in thin air, its content instantly spirite…

SIX Announces New Queens Joining the Broadway Cast

The cast will now star Bre Jackson as Catherine of Aragon, Brennyn Lark as Catherine Parr, and two new Alternates, Ayla Ciccone-Burton and Holli' Conway. The producers will also welcome back…

Una promesa que vale cumplir by Kelly Garcia

Lee este contenido en ingles En una tarde húmeda de verano en el patio de recreo cerca de la 19 y California, Ernie Alvarez, de 67 años, se sentó tranquilamente bajo las llamas del sol. E…

Original SIX Queens Hand Over Crowns; Bre Jackson, Brennyn Lark, and Keri René Fuller to Join Cast by Leah Putnam

The Tudor pop musical's Adrianna Hicks, Abby Mueller, and Joy Woods have set dates to depart the show.

Chapman Roberts Files Lawsuit Alleging Copyright Infringement on SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Vocal Arragements

In a press release provided by theater veteran Chapman Roberts, it was revealed that he is the plaintiff in a lawsuit allegeding that he was not credited or compensated for createing the voc…

A promise worth keeping by Kelly Garcia

Youth soccer coach Ernie Alvarez recounts his days in Douglass Park. The post A promise worth keeping appeared first on Chicago Reader.

MTI Acquires Licensing Rights for BETWEEN THE LINES

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has acquired of Between The Lines, the new Off-Broadway musical based on the novel by international bestselling author Jodi Picoult &am…

Ken-Matt Martin Reveals He 'Would Not Immediately Return if Asked' to Victory Gardens

Now, in a recent statement, Martin revealed that he will not be returning. In the statement, Martin wrote that he has 'decided that I need to take a break from nonprofit theatre administrati…

Love for Jon Lovitz by Trav S.D.

It’s not too soon, right? Nearly a year has passed, so I can go ahead and hate on Norm MacDonald. You’ll note that I was fairly measured in my obit piece when he passed last year. I stay…

Garth Drabinsky Added To Canadian Equity's Do Not Work List

Following Actors' Equity placing Paradise Square producer Garth Drabinsky on their Do Not Work List, Canadian Actors' Equity has announced that they are instructing members not to work for …

Kennedy Center Honors 2022: George Clooney, Amy Grant, Gladys Knight, Tania Leon, U2 by Chris Beachum

The Kennedy Center Honors selections for 2022 are George Clooney, Amy Grant, Gladys Knight, Tania Leon and U2. These veteran artists will be honored in Washington, D.C. on December 4. CBS an…

Between the Lines Musical Will Be Licensed by Music Theatre International by Logan Culwell-Block

The new musical, currently playing Off-Broadway's Tony Kiser Theater, is based on the Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer novel.

Kara Young, Ato Blankson-Wood, Asmeret Ghebremichael, and Nora Schell to Perform at Arts in Action Festival by Logan Culwell-Block

Broadway Advocacy Coalition's We Tell the Story will be a free and one-night-only performance.

Bono, The Edge, Gladys Knight, and More to Receive 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors by Andrew Gans

Recipients will be honored during a celebration of the arts to be filmed for subsequent TV broadcast.

U2, George Clooney, Gladys Knight Among 45th Kennedy Center Honorees

This year's ceremony will be held in Washington, DC on December 4.

Bono & the Edge, Gladys Knight & More to Receive Kennedy Center Honors

Recipients include actor and filmmaker George Clooney; contemporary Christian and pop singer-songwriter Amy Grant; the legendary singer of soul, Gospel, R&B, and pop Gladys Knight; Cuban…

'Legally Blonde,' returning to Muny, 'elevates and heightens' movie characters by Calvin Wilson | Post-Dispatch Theater Critic

"Legally Blonde" musical challenges assumptions about "who we think is smart," says Maggie Burrows, who directs the Muny production.

Now Hiring: Stage Manager, Singers & Dancers, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/21/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Hourglass by Sherren Olivia

The post Hourglass appeared first on Chicago Reader.

Hippotizer™ Fundamental Training August 16-17 Las Vegas by Michael Eddy

HippoSchool is being held in Las Vegas on August 16-17, with an optional advanced day on the 18th. It is being hosted by Evolve. There are six spaces available for this course, which is bein…

Stranger Things cast celebrate Gaten Matarazzo’s first show in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway by Isobel Lewis

Matarazzo will be the last actor to play the role of Jared before ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ closes on Broadway

New Queens Will Take the Throne in Broadway's Six This Summer

Several original cast members will depart this summer and make way for a new group of stars.

Kate Baldwin & Aaron Lazar at 54 Below by Sandi Durell

By Brian Scott Lipton . . . “Thank you for coming to our dress rehearsal,” quipped Kate Baldwin partway through the opening performance of All for You, the rather ambitious cabaret act s…

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, July 21, 2022 by Susan Grace

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MasterVoices Upcoming Season by Sandi Durell

Ted Sperling, Artistic Director of MasterVoices, announced details of the celebrated chorus’ 81st season, celebrating the power of the human voice to unite, inspire and connect since 194…

Riotous imagination casts a spell on Folger’s ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ by Sophia Howes

...and the magnificent Playhouse, built inside the Great Hall of the National Building Museum, is a theatrical wonderland.

In ‘Black Coffee’ at Seattle’s Taproot Theatre, Hercule Poirot takes center stage by Jerald Pierce

Richard Nguyen Sloniker's take on Agatha Christie's classic detective lights up Taproot's stage as he attempts to solve a murder mystery.

@Sohoplace the first new build West End Theatre in 50 years unveiled by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Leading West End producer and theatre owner, Nica Burns, today announces the opening of @sohoplace, the first new-build West End theatre in 50 years. This post @Sohoplace the…

Bell Shakespeare announces full cast for world premiere of vibrant Australian contemporary musical The Lovers by Aussie Theatre

Bell Shakespeare today announced the full cast of the upcoming production and world premiere of The Lovers, a pop musical

George Clooney, U2, Gladys Knight among next Kennedy Center honorees by Peggy McGlone

The 45th annual celebration of the performing arts will also salute Amy Grant and Tania León on Dec. 4 at the national arts center in Washington.

Dream While You Read: A Map for Venturing Beyond Theatrical Realism by American Theatre Editors

Two theatremakers explore both the need for and the possibility of a truly diverse aesthetics of the theatre.

Alter State announces program for Melbourne’s inaugural disability arts festival by Aussie Theatre

Alter State will make its anticipated debut at Arts Centre Melbourne from 12 September to 9 October 2022. The festival

On the south side, a quest to keep Black baseball alive by Matthew Ritchie

As the game’s popularity declines nationwide, the Morgan Park Mustangs are a beacon for the future of the sport The post On the south side, a quest to keep Black baseball alive appeared fi…

Bring Brittney home by Maya Goldberg-Safir

Brittney Griner was everywhere at the 2022 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago. On July 9 and 10, all around Wintrust Arena in the South Loop, you could see her initials, BG, printed in block l…

Today on Broadway: Thursday, July 21, 2022 by Ashley Steves

“Into The Woods” Is Getting A Cast Recording, Deirdre O’Connell In Ruhl’s “Becky Nurse Of Salem,” H.E.R In ABC’s “Beauty And The Beast” Anniversary Special “Today on Broa…

VIDEO: First Look at Natascia Diaz & More in FOLLIES at San Francisco Playhouse

San Francisco Playhouse is now presenting Follies, starring Natascia Diaz, through September 10.  Get a first look at all new video footage from the production here!

Jackie Burns, Ben Fankhauser, and More Will Lead SOMETHING ROTTEN! in Sacramento

Broadway at Music Circus in Sacramento has announced its cast for Something Rotten!, which includes Jackie Burns, Ben Fankhauser, and more!

Paul Burke: Alia Shawkat’s Cool Grandfather by Trav S.D.

Fans of actor Paul Burke (1926-2009) may object to the title of this post, but I submit it in the calculated spirit in of my earlier Anne Gwynne: Chris Pine’s Cool Grandmother, which is wi…

‘Still has a hold’: CLOSER – Lyric Hammersmith by Maryam Philpott

Not quite a perfect version of Closer at Lyric Hammersmith but a compelling one. If the heart really just looks like a fist wrapped in blood then why, Lizzimore’s production asks, does it …

Teklife’s expanding family shows all the places footwork can go with On Life: Vol. 3 by Leor Galil

In 2017, foundational Chicago footwork collective and record label Teklife dropped On Life, a compilation highlighting all the producers in its wider family. That record became a series, and…

Photos: Director Alex Timbers Receives Portrait at Sardi's

Alex Timbers received his portrait at Sardis last night. Check out photos from the unveiling.

Philip Wood — But Then He Wouldn’t by Trav S.D.

I scarcely know anything about actor Philip Wood (1895-1940) apart from his credits, but those are enough to intrigue, and I am quite convinced that if he hadn’t been felled by a heart att…

The Kay Starr Centennial by Trav S.D.

Born 100 years ago on this day, Native-American singer Kay Starr (Catherine Starks, 1922-2016). Starr was part Iroquois and had some other other Native American blood as well. Born on an Okl…

Catch Me If You Can to Arrive on Broadway Spring 2011 | Playbill

A representative for the Broadway production confirmed to Playbill.com that rehearsals for the musical adaptation of the DreamWorks film of the ...

Into The Woods Limited Edition Official Opening Night Playbill

Into the Woods Opening Night Playbill from the 2022 Broadway production. Guaranteed authentic, sealed in a custom fitted vinyl bag, and mailed in ...

Simon Lipkin and Georgina Castle to star in Elf the musical at the Dominion Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Simon Lipkin and Georgina Castle are to star in Elf the musical at London's Dominion Theatre for a limited season from 14 November 2022. This post Simon Lipkin and Georgina C…

First Listen: "Belly Up to the Bar, Boys" from the Unsinkable Molly Brown Cast Album

Beth Malone leads the Transport Group's studio recording of its 2020 production.

Wake Up With BWW 7/21: H.E.R. to Play Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Special, and More!

Today's top stories include an all new trailer for the movie musical Tomorrow Morning, starring Ramin Karimloo and Samantha Barks! Plus, H.E.R. will star as Belle in ABC's upcoming 'Beauty a…

Connecticut Ballet dancing under the stars in two free outdoor shows in Hartford-area parks by Christopher Arnott

Connecticut Ballet's "Ballet Under the Stars" brings an outdoor dance show to Burr Mall on July 28 and Elizabeth Park on July 30.

Review of ‘The Elephant in the Room’ by Stagebuddy

Priyanka Shetty’s play The Elephant in the Room (TEITR), playing at 59E59 until July 24, explores the challenges of diversity while rooting them in the shared identity of human experience.…

Elf The Musical | West End Cast Announcement | #Shorts by Official London Theatre

Simon Lipkin and Georgina Castle will be playing the much loved characters Buddy and Jovie in ELF, the smash hit musical, which returns to London in a new production at the Dominion Theatre …

It’s Never Too Late to Learn the Tango and Fall in Love by Nell McShane Wulfhart

Nancy Cardwell was a successful newspaper editor in New York. Then she took up tango, started spending time in Buenos Aires — and met Luis.

She Wants to Heal the World Through Second Line by Brian Seibert

Michelle N. Gibson brings her one-woman show exploring the origins of New Orleans second line, “Takin’ It to the Roots,” to Jacob’s Pillow.

Everything we know so far about Elf The Musical by Kitty Underwood

Festive comedy turned musical Elf makes a triumphant return to London this winter in a brand new production at the Dominion Theatre. The post Everything we know so far about Elf The Musical …

Putin, Chekhov and the Theater of Despair by Matt Wolf

In London, a new play about President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia and a revival of “The Seagull” explore undercurrents of pain.

‘I walked into the comedy desert and a part of me died’ – the standup who became a therapist by Ryan Gilbey

Oscar Jenkyn-Jones was one of the wildest new talents in comedy. But he suddenly disappeared – and reinvented himself as a therapist instead. He explains the joys of swapping the fringe fo…

Alter State announces program for Melbourne’s inaugural disability arts festival

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William Barton: Sky Songs

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Jennifer Down wins the 2022 Miles Franklin Literary Award for Bodies of Light

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“Heartlines”: An Engaging New Drama That Opens the World for Women Artists in Europe by Alvina Ruprecht

Heartlines closes the spring season of 2022 in the Great Canadian Theatre Company in Ottawa. It is a memory play that foregrounds not only interesting theatrical representations of gender bu…

Interview: Mary Badham Returns to To Kill a Mockingbird, 60 Years Later

Badham, who earned an Oscar nomination at age 10 for playing Scout on screen, is now the racist Mrs. Dubose in the ongoing national tour.

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Interview: Phil Rosenthal on Feeding Elaine May and How Tony 'n Tina's Wedding Started His Career

Rosenthal, creator of Everybody's Loves Raymond and Somebody Feed Phil, discusses the latest episode of his podcast, Naked Lunch.

Get a 1st Listen to Beth Malone Singing 'Share the Luck' From Upcoming Unsinkable Molly Brown Cast Album by Logan Culwell-Block

The song is one of several of Meredith Willson trunk songs that have been interpolated into the score by Thoroughly Modern Millie writer Dick Scanlan.

Playbill Goes Fringe: Meet the Correspondents Who Will Cover the Good, the Bad, and the Weird at Edinburgh Fringe by Playbill Staff

Immerse yourself in theatre this August with Playbill writers Leah Putnam and Margaret Hall as they attend the international arts festival.

World Premiere of The Butcher Boy Begins Previews at Irish Rep July 21 by Leah Putnam

Asher Muldoon's musical adaptation of Patrick McCabe's novel stars Nicholas Barasch, David Baida, Michele Ragusa, and more.

Keith David, Bryan Batt, Marcia Cross, More Star in July 21 Reading of Pay the Writer by Andrew Gans

Sheldon Epps directs Tawni O’Dell's new play.

The Kite Runner Opens On Broadway July 21 by Raven Brunner

The stage adaptation of Khaled Hosseini's novel stars The Blacklist's Amir Arison.

West Coast Premiere of Fernanda Coppel's King Liz Opens July 21 by Leah Putnam

Ray Abruzzo, Sabrina Sloan, Nancy Linari, and Oscar Best star in the Geffen Playhouse production.

Much Ado About Nothing is now popping up everywhere

The National Theatre’s new production is the latest to tackle Shakespeare’s sorrow-stained comedy

WATCH: TDF's De-Cruit Conversation - Stephan Wolfert and Dawn Stern on treating trauma through Shakespeare and science

Stephan Wolfert and Dawn Stern on treating trauma through Shakespeare and science Stephan Wolfert had planned to spend his entire career in the US Army when a production of Richard III trans…

15+ Stage Performances to Watch Online This Weekend July 22-24 - See 'The Sound of Music,' the National Theatre's 'Jane Eyre, 'Kate Baldwin and Aaron 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 22 to Sunday, July 24, for f…

Jane Lynch Moves Up "Funny Girl" Departure to Oh Man There She Goes by Broadway Beat

by Caitlin Bitzegaio. @caitorade. NEW YORK, NY - Jane Lynch has announced today she will move her departure from Funny Girl up from...

10+ Stage Performances to Watch Online This Weekend July 22-24 - See 'The Sound of Music,' the National Theatre's 'Jane Eyre, 'Kate Baldwin and Aaron 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 22 to Sunday, July 24, for f…