Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Anna Christie by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Michelle Williams and Tom Sturridge in a scene from Eugene O’Neill’s “Anna Christie” at St. Ann’s Warehouse (Photo credit: Julieta Cervantes) Successful plays of one era tend to da…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 08:19PM

Trail Blazer by Mason Pilevsky

Picnic at Hanging Rock – 19 December 2025 While this season on Broadway is offering a smattering of low stakes, light new musicals, Off-Broadway musicals like Picnic at Hanging Rock are …

SOURCE: Pages on Stages at 08:03PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Favorite New York Stage Performances of 2025 by Jonathan Mandell

Here are a dozen of my favorite Broadway performances of 2025, listed (more or less) alphabetically, with a dozen more below, who performed on or beyond Broadway and are just as worthy. Some…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 07:06PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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“Guys and Dolls” Sparkles in a Capital Production by Ron Fassler

Review by Ron Fassler . . . As musicals go, Guys and Dolls is a show I’ve seen productions of in more venues than any other. Over the years, I’ve sat through versions by elementary, mi…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:01PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Frontmezzjunkies Will Not Return to the Kennedy Center Until Its Name—and Its Mission—Are Restored by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: No Return Visits to the Kennedy Center for this Theatre Critic By Ross For years, I went to Washington not for politics, but for art (and friendship). The Kennedy C…

SOURCE: front mezz junkies at 01:53PM

The Hilarious Hauteur of John Hillerman by Trav S.D.

What does it say about America in the late 20th century that classy, dignified, well-spoken actor John Hillerman (1932-2017) seemed to be from ANOTHER TIME? America had become slovenly and l…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 01:24PM

Your Travalanche Daily Digest for December 20, 2025 by Trav S.D.

Today’s new Travalanche post for December 20, 2025 is about the late actor John Hillerman. Other earlier Travalanche posts for December 20 (in no particular order) include ones on: Charlie…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 01:24PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Video: STRANGER THINGS Star Jamie Campbell Bower Makes Cameo in Broadway Play

On Friday, December 19, Jamie Campbell Bower surprised audience members at a sold-out performance of the Tony Award-winning Broadway play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW at The Marquis The…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:14PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Theater Feature: Favorite Boston-Area Stage Productions of 2025 — The Year of the Ostrich by Arts Fuse Editor

Our critics salute the year's outstanding productions, with some commentary on the state of the art.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:54AM

Crowned and Caged: “Richard II” as Erotic Reckoning by Ross

The Off-Broadway Theatre Review: Richard II By Ross Quietly and ominously, the first thing we see in Richard II is the blurry figure of a half-naked man pacing back and forth inside a cube. …

SOURCE: front mezz junkies at 11:22AM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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“The Seafarer” Brings an Irish Christmas to West Palm Beach by Christopher Alan McDaniel by Christopher McDaniel

Connor McPherson’s “The Seafarer,” now on stage at Palm Beach Dramaworks, arrives as a fitting addition to the company’s season, offering audiences a work that is as unsettling as it…

SOURCE: southfloridatheater.com at 08:31AM

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) by Michael Portantiere

Original London Cast, 2024 (If I Believed Ltd) This recording of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) showcases the score of a charming, two-character show, but it struggles to maint…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 08:19AM

Broadway’s Latest, Restaged ‘LES MISÉRABLES’ Returns to Broward Center with an Astoundingly Beautiful Score and Powerful Message by Mindy Leaf

Given our daily international news shockers, homeless and addiction numbers, soaring unemployment, not to mention the constant threat of gun violence, climate disasters, pandemics and povert…

SOURCE: southfloridatheater.com at 08:02AM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Apollo WC2 by Libby Purves and Friends

A VERY GREAT TALENT TO AMUSE         Rival psychopathies emerge from the first moments of “Cornley Drama Society” as Chris (Daniel Fraser) and Robert (Henry Lewis) face off  at audi…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 07:55AM

Taylor Swift shares why Travis Kelce is perfect for her as series focuses on Chiefs by Tribune News Service

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The mystery of who first encouraged superstar singer Taylor Swift to go on a date with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has been revealed. Two more episodes of Swift’s si…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:45AM

Unseen Tennessee Williams radio play published in literary magazine by Richard Luscombe

The Strangers, a horror tale written during the playwright’s college days, appeared in the Strand magazine this week As one of the 20th century’s most successful playwrights, Tennessee W…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:00AM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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This NJ mall’s Christmas House is nostalgic and irreverent with Harry Potter, Blockbuster, and a room full of reindeer poop by Tribune News Service

PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia region is brimming with holiday attractions this season, from Center City’s extravagant affairs to the most humble of mall Santas. But what about ones that…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:45AM

One of CT’s largest New Year’s Eve festivities releases full schedule. Here’s what to expect by Christopher Arnott

The 37th annual celebration, from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. in Bushnell Park in Hartford, includes concerts, fireworks, free ice skating and a "people's parade."

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:30AM

This week’s bestsellers from Publishers Weekly by Tribune News Service

Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended Saturday, Dec. 13, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, powere…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:30AM

Phil Wickham and ‘David’ face the Goliath of ‘Avatar’ by Tribune News Service

LOS ANGELES — Phil Wickham has released 14 Christian worship albums, has been Platinum certified and nominated for American Music Awards, Dove Awards, Billboard Music Awards and Grammys �…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:15AM

What to Stream: ‘Stranger Things,’ Jennifer Lawrence, ‘Ne Zha II’ and Kate Winslet by The Associated Press

By The Associated Press Jennifer Lawrence playing a new mother whose behavior becomes increasingly erratic in “Die My Love” and three more “Stranger Things” episodes are some of the …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:05AM

Theater review: A smoother, milder ‘Christmas Carol’ at Hartford Stage still brings the cheer by Christopher Arnott

Hartford Stage's long-running production of "A Christmas Carol," adapted by Michael Wilson, seems calmer, steadier but nonetheless merry.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM

Christmastime brings the music home with reunion shows and local talent this week in CT arts by Christopher Arnott

The Courant's arts picks for Dec. 21-27 includes local ska/rock legends Spring Heeled Jack, singer/songwriter Madelline, the Harlem Globetrotters and "SNL" veteran Ana Gasteyer.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Cheyenne Jackson Believes in Kindness as a Drug by Kathryn Shattuck

“I don’t do drugs anymore,” the actor and singer said, “but when a random baby in a stroller smiles at me, it feels like I just did a bump of coke.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:06AM

Lake Street Drive to perform at CT casino. Think a ‘blend of soul, pop, and rock’ by Staff Report

Lake Street Drive, "known for their dynamic live shows and chart-topping hits," is set to perform at Mohegan Sun on Apr. 10 of 2026, according to the casino.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 05:05AM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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WWDTM: Rhea Seehorn by NPR

This week, special guest Rhea Seehorn joins panelists Josh Gondelman, Hari Kondabolu, and Paula PoundstoneLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Po…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:00AM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Countdown To Christmas: The Gift of Show by Suzanna Bowling

5 days to go! Every year people panic to find the perfect gift. We at T2C have been collecting idea’s all year long to bring you the perfect gift guide at all price levels. When you’re a…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 01:16AM

Skate The Town

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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What to Do in New York City Over the Holidays by Bryan Campione

Darren Criss, James Monroe Iglehart, and other Broadway stars share their holiday favorites.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

In ‘Les Misérables,’ prayer, unity and hope still resound by Aaron Krause

By AARON KRAUSE There’s a moment in the much-loved musical Les Misérables during which the theater feels more like a hushed house of worship than a conventional performance space. It come…

SOURCE: Theatre Criticsm at 12:08AM

Michael Urie as Richard II: A Boy King Becomes a Man Child by Craig J Horsley

There are people in power that are just not meant to lead. Richard II became King of England at the age of 10. Given the throne at such an early age would not allow the boy king to mature an…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:04AM

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