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Cast Set For SHEAR MADNESS at The Mill At Sonning
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

The Mill At Sonning announced the cast for SHEAR MADNESS, Paul Portner's record-breaking comedy whodunit directed by Sally Hughes, featuring Rosaleen Burton, Daniel Cane, Gwithian Evans, Jonathan Markwood, Natalie Ogle, and Paul O'Neill.

SHEAR MADNESS Resumes Performances At The Kennedy Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2023

Shear Madness, the Guinness World Record holder for longest-running play in America, is back at the Kennedy Center. Get ready for a night of laughter and suspense as you help solve the mystery.

SHEAR MADNESS to Return to the Kennedy Center April 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2022

 Washington’s record-breaking, interactive comedy, Shear Madness, will return to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on April 4, 2022 – October 2, 2022.  For more than 30 years, this hilarious whodunit has entertained audiences as they help solve the crime.

The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre Opens Bookings For BOLLYWOOD DREAMS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2021

Bollywood Dreams is a labour of love that was almost two years in the making. Despite the odds, it will finally premiere to a live audience.

BWW Review: Desert Rose's RUTHLESS! is Nonstop, Mindless Fun
by Audrey Liebross - Jun 25, 2019

RUTHLESS! is a hilarious musical send-up of shows and movies about ruthless females of all ages who will do anything to achieve their goals. Desert Rose's production is expertly presented, from the acting to the singing and dancing to the sets to the costume design.

Cleveland Play House Brings Adventure And Arrows With Ken Ludwig's Sherwood
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2019

Cleveland Play House (CPH) is raising the swashbuckling stakes on the Robin Hood folklore with an exciting adventure that conjures up joy, romance and merriment. Ken Ludwig's Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, is a lightning speed tale full of playful characters that will take over the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square from February 2nd through February 24th, 2019.  

BWW Review: Desert Rose's CHRISTMAS WITH THE CRAWFORDS is a Hilarious Musical Confection with a Terrific Cast
by Audrey Liebross - Dec 3, 2018

Desert Rose Playhouse's latest production, CHRISTMAS WITH THE CRAWFORDS, is a juke box musical drag show, with an uproarious combination of fine singing, acting and dancing; ridiculous jokes; sarcasm; over-the-top costumes; and sophisticated set design that itself becomes the butt of humor.

BWW Review: SHEAR MADNESS at The Kennedy Center Celebrates 30 Years of Killings
by Sam Abney - Mar 16, 2018

Few productions can claim to be as much of an institution as Shear Madness is to Washington, D.C. Celebrating 30 years at the Kennedy Center, this show has become once of theater's most notorious tourist traps. This comedic caper whose plot can vary wildly each night incentivizes repeat viewings to those who are true converts, proving why more than 3.4 million people have attended this production. And although the stereotype-laden script struggles when viewed in 2018, the immersive whodunnit remains an experience unique enough to justify Shear Madness's continued existence.

BWW Review: Desert Rose Presents a Not-to-be-Missed Production of Tennessee Williams' SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER
by Audrey Liebross - Mar 12, 2018

Desert Rose Playhouse's current production of Tennessee Williams' SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER is a must-see for all audiences, thanks to the fine acting, directing, and design work. 

Help Solve the Crime with SHEAR MADNESS at Meadow Brook Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2017

There's been a murder at Rochester's newest salon and the police need your help! Get ready to comb through the clues and question the suspects like a bona fide 'Shearlock' Holmes.

Help Solve the Crime with SHEAR MADNESS at Meadow Brook Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2017

There's been a murder at Rochester's newest salon and the police need your help! Get ready to comb through the clues and question the suspects like a bona fide 'Shearlock' Holmes.

Shave and a Haircut! SHEAR MADNESS Resumes Tonight at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2017

The smash-hit John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts production of Shear Madness, the uproarious whodunit that holds the Guinness world record as the longest-running play in America, resumes performances tonight, January 31, in the Kennedy Center Theater Lab, following a brief hiatus.

T.S. Hermine Forces PEPSI GULF COAST JAM Cancellation
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2016

In an abundance of caution, as Tropical Storm Hermine approaches the Florida Gulf Coast, Panama City Beach officials and organizers of the 4th Annual Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam have been forced to cancel this year's festival due to high winds expected Thursday night.

Photo Flash: First Look at Tony Winner Cady Huffman in SHEAR MADNESS
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 24, 2016

Manny Kladitis, Jeffrey Chrzczon, Terry Schnuck, Kathleen K. Johnson, Jack Lane, Radio Mouse Entertainment, Schaffert/Hummel, Driemeyer-Sills Productions, Michael Guccione, David Gersten, Erach Screwvala, and The Shubert Organization, by special arrangement with Cranberry Productions, are proud to welcome Tony and Drama Desk Award Winner Cady Huffman to the cast of Shear Madness. Cady assumes the role of Mrs. Shubert, originated by Lynne Wintersteller. Also joining the cast is Jonathan Randell Silver, most recently seen in Please Continue at Ensemble Studio Theatre, who will assume the role of Mike Thomas.  Adam Gerber, who created the role of Mike Thomas, has replaced Jeremy Kushnier in the role of Eddie Lawrence.

Tony Winner Cady Huffman Joins Cast of SHEAR MADNESS Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 20, 2016

Shear Madness welcome Tony and Drama Desk Award Winner Cady Huffman to its cast of beginning tonight, Monday June 20th. Cady will assume the role of Mrs. Shubert, originated by Lynne Wintersteller. Also joining the cast tonight will be Jonathan Randell Silver, most recently seen in Please Continue at Ensemble Studio Theatre, who will assume the role of Mike Thomas.

Tony Winner Cady Huffman to Join SHEAR MADNESS; Play to Transfer to Davenport Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 9, 2016

Manny Kladitis, Jeffrey Chrzczon, Terry Schnuck, Kathleen K. Johnson, Jack Lane, Radio Mouse Entertainment, Schaffert/Hummel, Driemeyer-Sills Productions, Michael Guccione, David Gersten, Erach Screwvala, and The Shubert Organization, by special arrangement with Cranberry Productions, have announcde that Tony and Drama Desk Award Winner Cady Huffman will join the cast of Shear Madness beginning June 20th. Cady will assume the role of Mrs. Shubert, originated by Lynne Wintersteller. Also joining the cast that day will be Jonathan Randell Silver, most recently seen in Please Continue at Ensemble Studio Theatre, who will assume the role of Mike Thomas, currently played by Ethan Dubin.

Adam Gerber to Step in for Jeremy Kushnier in Off-Broadway's SHEAR MADNESS
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2016

Now BroadwayWorld can report that Adam Gerber, who created the role of 'Mike Thomas' in the off-Broadway play, will step into Kushnier's part; previews for PARAMOUR begin April 16 on Broadway.

SCENES AND SONGS FROM FANNIE LOU Opening Night Sold Out
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 20, 2015

A new musical about voting rights has proven to be popular among DC-area residents, selling out several days before its scheduled one-night-only performance.

BWW Reviews: SHEAR MADNESS at The Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts
by Jamie McGonnigal - Mar 4, 2015

After 27 years, the crowd pleasing SHEAR MADNESS at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has become the 2nd longest-running theatrical production in the country, second only to the same production at the Charles Playhouse in Boston. According to press notes, the play has now been seen by a worldwide audience of 10.9 million with over 3.2 million people attending the Kennedy Center production alone.

South Staffs Musical Theatre Company to Present OLIVER!
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 9, 2014

South Staffs Musical Theatre Company (SSMTC), one of the Midlands best loved amateur companies return home to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre with their latest production, OLIVER! - the Lionel Bart musical based on the novel by Charles Dickens.