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REVIEW: Contemporary New Work, CONVERTED! Uses Music And Humour To Shine A Light On The Conversion Camps That Targeted LGBTQI+ Youth
by Jade Kops - January 12, 2025


Vic Zerbst (Book, Lyrics and Music) and Oliver John Cameron’s (Lyrics and Music) CONVERTED! premieres as part of The Australian Theatre for Young People’s contribution to Sydney Festival.

Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Oprheum Theater
by Linda Hodges - January 12, 2025


What did our critic think of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Oprheum Theater?

Review: 'NIGHT, MOTHER at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - January 12, 2025


These actors tackle the difficult themes in this play with wonderful authenticity. Their pacing and line delivery are perfect, keeping the show moving while allowing the audience space to breathe and take it in.

Review: COME FROM AWAY Presented by Broadway Across America at Kentucky Performing Arts
by Taylor Clemons - January 12, 2025


What did our critic think of COME FROM AWAY at Broadway Across America?

Review: CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STORY at The HeARTh in Russellville
by Theresa Bertram - January 12, 2025


What did our critic think of CHRISTMAS CAROL: A GHOST STORY at The HeARTh?

Photos: LEONARDO! A WONDERFUL SHOW ABOUT A TERRIBLE MONSTER At Children’s Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


Children’s Theatre Company has released photos for the Minnesota premiere of Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster, created by Manual Cinema, which will run from January 8-March 9, 2025 on CTC’s Cargill Stage.

Video: Bette Midler Spotlights Family Singing In Eaton Fire Aftermath
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


In the aftermath of one of the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, show business legend Bette Midler is spotlighting one talented family finding hope among the ashes. Watch the video!

Impro's LA NOIR UNSCRIPTED Announced At North Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


Impro Theatre will present LA NOIR UNSCRIPTED at North Coast Repertory Theatre. LA NOIR UNSCRIPTED will run February 3 & 4, 2025 at 7:30pm.

Harlem Sculpture Gardens Second Large–Scale Exhibition To Open May 2025
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


West Harlem Art Fund and New York Artist Equity Association are pleased to announce the second rendition of Harlem Sculpture Gardens (HSG), a large-scale outdoor exhibition, curated to foster joy and beauty within the Harlem community.

JERSEY BOYS Cast Announced At Milton Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


The Milton Theatre has announced the cast for its upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical, Jersey Boys. This acclaimed show offers an intimate look at the rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Center Stage Theatre Presents DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


Center Stage Theatre brings the outrageous comedy Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: The Musical to the stage in the hands of a diverse production team.

Kiki Ball-Change Brings Back Award-Winning Drag Cabaret MY FUNNY VALENTINE In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


After its GLAM Award-winning debut in 2023, Kiki Ball-Change is bringing back her hit cabaret, MY FUNNY VALENTINE!

Yorick Ensemble Presents THE GUY WHO DIDN'T LIKE MUSICALS! In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


Yorick Ensemble will present The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals - a new horrifying musical comedy from the minds of StarKid Productions featuring music and lyrics by Jeff Blim and book by Nick & Matt Lang.

Photos: Manhattan Theatre Club DAKAR 2000 World Premiere Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - January 11, 2025


This week, the cast of the world premiere play Dakar 2000 by Rajiv Joseph at Manhattan Theatre Club met the press! Check out photos from the event here!

Review: THE SILENCE OF THE AWKWARD & OTHER STRANGE SHORTS at Homebrewed Theatre Company
by Jay Pateakos - January 11, 2025


What did our critic think of THE SILENCE OF THE AWKWARD & OTHER STRANGE SHORTS at Homebrewed Theatre Company?

Review: ÄNGLAGÅRD / HOUSE OF ANGELS at Oscarsteatern
by Annette Stolt - January 11, 2025


This is one of the best Swedish musicals ever made. The new and old cast blended together in perfect harmony.

Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards
by BWW Awards - January 11, 2025


Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Review: THE LION KING at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
by Jarrod Michael - January 11, 2025


What did our critic think of THE LION KING at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center?

Review: LOVE FROM A STRANGER at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - January 11, 2025


The audience is completely captivated by these actors and the way their characters transform over the course of the performance. To say much more will give away too much of this mystery’s twists and turns, so visit oystermillplayhouse.com to get your tickets before it sells out!

Previews: IL NATALE DI HARRY al TEATROSOPHIA
by Ettore Farrattini - January 11, 2025


IL NATALE DI HARRY al TEATROSOPHIA

Review: THE MAIDS, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - January 11, 2025


French dramatist Jean Genet is a rarity on British stages, and I can see why. There are more popular writers that do what he does, only better. Genet’s 1947 The Maids is never stark enough to match the claustrophobic brutality of Beckett, nor darkly comic enough to out menace Pinter.

Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Pioneer Theatre Company is Suspensefully Executed
by Tyler Hinton - January 11, 2025


Pioneer Theatre Company’s co-production of DIAL M FOR MURDER with Arizona Theatre Company is a carefully plotted, suspensefully executed thriller that keeps the audience’s minds in motion.

Review: HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at The Inner Voice Studio
by Zach Wetzel - January 11, 2025


HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at The Inner Voice Studio is a powerful reminder of how great teen theatre can be. This production (which features three casts rotating shows) solidifies Tucson as a prime location for quality youth theatre

Broadway Jukebox: New Year, New You!
by Sidney Paterra - January 11, 2025


2025 is here at last! What better time than the start of a new year to try to be your best self? Whether its sage advice for the body, mind, or spirit, there's nothing better than a good, old-fashioned makeover song to get you motivated.

THE GREAT GATSBY's Dan Rosales Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - January 11, 2025


The Great Gatsby's Dan Rosales is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along on our Instagram Story to see a behind-the-scenes look at the hit Broadway musical. 


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