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The Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis Names Kate Bergstrom as New Artistic Director Photo The Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis Names Kate Bergstrom as New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has named Kate Bergstrom the new Augustin Family Artistic Director. Learn more about Bergstrom. ...
2024 Queerly Festival to Take Place This Summer At UNDER St. Marks Photo 2024 Queerly Festival to Take Place This Summer At UNDER St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 19, 2024

Join the 2024 Queerly Festival at UNDER St. Marks this summer. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets....
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Comes to the Everyman Theatre in May Photo A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Comes to the Everyman Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - April 26, 2024

This spring, Everyman Theatre will present William Shakespeare's beloved comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, with a dynamic ensemble cast of 12 seasoned actors who are no strangers to Shakespeare. ...
Baayork Lee & More Join Pittsburgh CLO 2024 Summer of Musicals Photo Baayork Lee & More Join Pittsburgh CLO 2024 Summer of Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO has unveiled the Creative Teams for the 2024 Summer of Musicals. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets....
Jake Loewenthal To Play Seymour In Ford's Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Photo Jake Loewenthal To Play Seymour In Ford's Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024

D.C.-based actor Jake Loewenthal has joined the cast of Ford's Theatre's 2024 production of Little Shop of Horrors, directed by Kevin S. McAllister. ...
BEAUTIFUL, MYSTIC PIZZA, and More Set For Riverside Theatre's 2024-25 Season Photo BEAUTIFUL, MYSTIC PIZZA, and More Set For Riverside Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - April 19, 2024

Riverside Theatre has announced its 2024-2025 Season of productions. Learn more about the season lineup here!...
Broadway DNA Acquires D'ILLUSION: The Houdini Musical and HYPATIA AND THE HEATHENS Photo Broadway DNA Acquires D'ILLUSION: The Houdini Musical and HYPATIA AND THE HEATHENS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024

Broadway DNA acquired two new musicals, D'ILLUSION: The Houdini Musical and Hypatia and the Heathens. Learn more....
VENTURA LIVE! Comes To Rubicon Theatre Company Beginning Next Month Photo VENTURA LIVE! Comes To Rubicon Theatre Company Beginning Next Month
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024

Rubicon Theatre Company has announced the launch of its new special event series, “VENTURA LIVE! Music, Laughter and Magic,” featuring one-night and short-run concerts, jam sessions, new play readings, magic nights, comedy, and much more. ...
FERTILE GROUND ROUNDUP #1 Photo FERTILE GROUND ROUNDUP #1
by Krista Garver - April 17, 2024

We are halfway through Portland’s 2024 Fertile Ground Festival of New Works, and every show I’ve seen so far has reminded me why this is my favorite 11 days of the year....
Musical Comedy Hit HAIRSPRAY Is Coming To The Fox Performing Arts Center! Photo Musical Comedy Hit HAIRSPRAY Is Coming To The Fox Performing Arts Center!
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2024

The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, HAIRSPRAY. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will close out the 23–24 BROADWAY AT THE FOX IN RIVERSIDE Series at the Fox Pe...
Dallas Theater Center's Resident Playwright Jonathan Norton Named Interim Artistic Di Photo Dallas Theater Center's Resident Playwright Jonathan Norton Named Interim Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - April 18, 2024

Playwright Jonathan Norton steps into the role of Interim Artistic Director at Dallas Theater Center, bringing his unique vision and experience to the renowned institution....
Elements Music & Arts Festival Reveals Phase Two Additions For 2024 Photo Elements Music & Arts Festival Reveals Phase Two Additions For 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 18, 2024

Elements Music & Arts Festival has revealed phase two additions for its 2024 edition, featuring standout performances by Fly With Us, Green Velvet B2B Patrick Topping, and more. Learn more about the lineup and see how to purchase tickets. ...
FUNNY GIRL Comes to Dallas This Summer Photo FUNNY GIRL Comes to Dallas This Summer
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024

 Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) have announced that FUNNY GIRL, the sensational musical comedy revival, is coming to Dallas’ Music Hall at Fair Park for a limited two-week engagement from August 6 to August 18....
Eight Ball Theatre to Present TWELFTH NIGHT: A QUEER MUSICAL RHAPSODY Photo Eight Ball Theatre to Present TWELFTH NIGHT: A QUEER MUSICAL RHAPSODY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

Experience a 1970s twist on Shakespeare's classic with EIGHT BALL THEATRE's TWELFTH NIGHT. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Video: Watch Trailer for Documentary OUTSTANDING: A COMEDY REVOLUTION Photo Video: Watch Trailer for Documentary OUTSTANDING: A COMEDY REVOLUTION
by Josh Sharpe - April 17, 2024

The first teaser for the upcoming documentary Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution has just dropped.The documentary considers the importance of LGBTQ+ stand up as an instrument for social change over the past five decades, actively reflecting and challenging cultural norms and values. Ultimately, the fi...
Full Cast Set For the Royal Shakespeare Company's THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL Photo Full Cast Set For the Royal Shakespeare Company's THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024

Full casting has been announced for the RSC's forthcoming production of The School for Scandal.  Directed by Tinuke Craig, the show runs in repertoire in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon between Saturday 2 July – Friday 6 September. ...
The Public Theater's Free Bilingual Musical THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Returns Photo The Public Theater's Free Bilingual Musical THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Returns
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024

The Public Theater has announced complete casting for the encore tour of Mobile Unit's bilingual musical adaptation of Shakespeare's classic comedy THE COMEDY OF ERRORS....
Adi Roy Will Take Over the Title Role in ALADDIN This Summer Photo Adi Roy Will Take Over the Title Role in ALADDIN This Summer
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024

Broadway's ALADDIN is set to welcome Adi Roy in the title role starting June 4. Catch the magical performance as the new Aladdin brings a fresh take to the beloved character....
Interview: Julien Salvia & Ludovic-Alexandre Vidal of IT'S MADNESS! at Parc Astérix Photo Interview: Julien Salvia & Ludovic-Alexandre Vidal of IT'S MADNESS! at Parc Astérix
by Patrick Honoré - April 22, 2024

On the heels of the mini-musicals found at Disneyland Paris comes the first ever musical theater style live entertainment from its main European competitor in France (and Europe) Parc Astérix, inspired by the stories of the famous comic book series Asterix by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo.  This t...
Lantern Theater Company Closes 30th Anniversary Season with THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Photo Lantern Theater Company Closes 30th Anniversary Season with THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024

 Lantern Theater Company will close its 30th anniversary season with The Comedy of Errors, part of the company’s ongoing commitment to produce the timeless stories of William Shakespeare for both the general public and local school students. ...
Alice Childress' TROUBLE IN MIND is Coming to The Baxter Theatre This May Photo Alice Childress' TROUBLE IN MIND is Coming to The Baxter Theatre This May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 22, 2024

Alice Childress' Trouble in Mind will run at The Baxter Theatre in May. Learn how to purchase tickets....
Review: EMMA is Eccentric at the Denver Center Photo Review: EMMA is Eccentric at the Denver Center
by Jon Bee - April 18, 2024

When people think of works of art that have vastly outlived their creator, especially as it relates to literature, there is no bigger name than William Shakespeare. His mark on history has proven to have an impact that will live on in perpetuity....
The Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis Names Kate Bergstrom as New Artistic Director Photo The Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis Names Kate Bergstrom as New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has named Kate Bergstrom the new Augustin Family Artistic Director. Learn more about Bergstrom. ...
Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Clarksville High School Photo Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Clarksville High School
by Theresa Bertram - April 17, 2024

What did our critic think of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Clarksville High School?...
 The Gamm Reveals Lineup For 40th Anniversary Season Photo The Gamm Reveals Lineup For 40th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024

The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre has announced its 40th Anniversary Season slated to begin in late September. The 2024-25 season features five distinctive plays that highlight both The Gamm's history and its vision for the future....




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