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EMMA To Be Presented By Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhou Photo
EMMA To Be Presented By Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026

The Atlanta Shakespeare Company and Belle Esprit will present EMMA, a stage adaptation written by Claire F. Martin and directed by Kati Grace Kirby, based on Jane Austen's novel, at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse in Atlanta.
A CHORUS LINE, DEAR EVAN HANSEN and More Set for Duluth Playhouse 2026-27 Season Photo
A CHORUS LINE, DEAR EVAN HANSEN and More Set for Duluth Playhouse 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026

Duluth Playhouse has announced its 2026–2027 season in Minnesota. The lineup will include mainstage musicals, plays, and youth theatre productions. The season will feature a mix of classic titles and new work.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, TRUE WEST and More Set for Theatre Calgary 2026-27 Season Photo
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, TRUE WEST and More Set for Theatre Calgary 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026

Theatre Calgary has revealed the company’s 2026-27 season of plays. The lineup features six shows including a musical with teeth, two distinctly different comedies, a new adaptation of a beloved novel, and more.
PRIDE & PREJUDICE, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More Set for Portland Center Stage 202 Photo
PRIDE & PREJUDICE, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More Set for Portland Center Stage 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2026

Portland Center Stage announced its 2026–2027 season, marking 20 years at The Armory with seven productions, including LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, PRIDE & PREJUDICE, and PETER PAN GOES WRONG.
Palm Springs International ShortFest Sets 32nd Edition This June Photo
Palm Springs International ShortFest Sets 32nd Edition This June
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026

The Palm Springs International ShortFest, one of the largest showcases of short-form cinema in North America, will return for its 32nd edition from June 23-29, 2026, presented at the Festival Theaters in Palm Springs.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Will Come to Flat Rock Playhouse Photo
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Will Come to Flat Rock Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

Flat Rock Playhouse will stage Kate Hamill's adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, directed by Charlie Johnson, running May 1–23 in Flat Rock, NC. Learn more here!
SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Will Come to Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Photo
SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Will Come to Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

Georgian England willc ome to the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) April 10-25 with a fresh adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility. Learn more about the show here!
Amy Lehpamer, Zoe Ioannou & More Will Star in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) Austra Photo
Amy Lehpamer, Zoe Ioannou & More Will Star in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) Australian Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2026

The cast for the 2026 Australian tour of the musical comedy Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) was just announced. The five performers who will portray the iconic roles of Elizabeth Bennet, Mr Darcy, Jane Bennet, Charles Bingley, Mr and Mrs Bennet and all other characters, will be Amy Lehpamer, Zoe Ioannou, Kaori Maeda-Judge, Ruby Shannon and Teo Vergara.
Interview: Theatre Life with Jefferson A. Russell Photo
Interview: Theatre Life with Jefferson A. Russell
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 30, 2026

Today’s subject Jefferson A. Russell is currently living the theatre life onstage at Folger Theatre playing the roles of Duke Senior and Duke Frederick in their current production of As You Like It. The production runs through April 19th.
Review: Kanata Theatre's THE WATSONS at the Ron Maslin Playhouse Photo
Review: Kanata Theatre's THE WATSONS at the Ron Maslin Playhouse
by Courtney Castelino - Mar 27, 2026

Kanata Theatre’s newest production, The Watsons, hits all the right buttons. A talented cast, great direction from Val Bogan, and an excellent script by Laura Wade make for a truly delightful night that is well worth the drive to the Ron Maslin Playhouse in Kanata.
THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT Will Come to Playhouse on Park in April Photo
THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT Will Come to Playhouse on Park in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Playhouse on Park will present THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT, the relevant comedy based on a true story, in preparation for the play's run in West Hartford April 15-May 3.
COME FROM AWAY, DEAR EVAN HANSEN & More Included in Omaha Community Playhouse's 2026- Photo
COME FROM AWAY, DEAR EVAN HANSEN & More Included in Omaha Community Playhouse's 2026-27 Theatre Season
by Gillian Blum - Mar 23, 2026

The Omaha Community Playhouse unveiled its eagerly awaited 2026–27 season, presenting a slate of live performances designed to uplift, captivate, and resonate with audiences.
Cumberland Theatre to Stage Fresh Adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Photo
Cumberland Theatre to Stage Fresh Adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026

The Cumberland Theatre will present a new adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, directed by Kimberli Rowley, from March 26 to April 4. This version, penned by Kate Hamill, offers a modern take on Jane Austen's classic.
Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan & More Win 2026 Academy Awards - Full List of Winne Photo
Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan & More Win 2026 Academy Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 15, 2026

Hamnet's Jessie Buckley, Sinners star Michael B. Jordan, and the animated musical KPop Demon Hunters took home awards at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday night. Check out the full list of nominees and winners here.
Interview: Director Carol Fisher and THE CAKE at Bergen County Players Photo
Interview: Director Carol Fisher and THE CAKE at Bergen County Players
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 6, 2026

The play, written by Bekah Brunstetter is a touching dramedy that explores how faith collides with love when a devout Christian baker refuses to create a wedding cake for the daughter of a deceased best friend because it will be a lesbian marriage. 
Adrian Lukis to Star in BEING MR WICKHAM at Garrick Theatre in May 2026 Photo
Adrian Lukis to Star in BEING MR WICKHAM at Garrick Theatre in May 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Well known for playing Mr Wickham in the BBC’s Pride and Prejudice adaptation on screen, Adrian Lukis will reprise the role in the West End when his one-man play Being Mr Wickham plays the Garrick Theatre.
Student Blog: Rams in the Performing Arts Photo
Student Blog: Rams in the Performing Arts
by Student Blogger: Imogen Buck - Feb 27, 2026

I attend Fordham University’s Rose Hill Campus in the Bronx, New York, and the theatre scene at my school is particularly diverse and interesting, though quite confusing to a casual onlooker because of the multitude of different programs and opportunities!
Learn to Waltz in NYC: Country Dance New York Hosts Workshop and Dance Event Photo
Learn to Waltz in NYC: Country Dance New York Hosts Workshop and Dance Event
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

Country Dance New York will present a day of waltz workshops and dancing on March 7 in NYC, featuring instruction by renowned teacher Gaye Fifer and live music by Trip to Brooklyn.
Video: First Look at Emma Corrin and Jack Lowden in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Teaser Photo
Video: First Look at Emma Corrin and Jack Lowden in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2026

Netflix has debuted the teaser for their forthcoming Pride and Prejudice series featuring Elizabeth Bennet (Emma Corrin) and Mr. Darcy (Jack Lowden). Check it out now.
John Patrick Hayden, Will Roland and More to Lead Bucks County Playhouse's New Master Photo
John Patrick Hayden, Will Roland and More to Lead Bucks County Playhouse's New Masterclass Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026

Bucks County Playhouse will present a new masterclass series for 2026 with a lineup of adult education classes at Lambertville Hall in Lambertville, NJ, open to all ages and levels of experience.
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