Syracuse Stage

ROSIE IS RED AND EVERYBODY IS BLUE World Premiere to Open at Capital Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025

Capital Repertory Theatre will welcome the world premiere of “Rosie Is Red And Everybody Is Blue, a sharp and witty new comedy by local playwright John Spellos and directed by Reginald Douglas. Learn more!

Brandon Victor Dixon and More to Star in FOCUS Reading Directed by Jason Alexander
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025

Carl and Jennifer Pasbjerg will present a private industry reading of FOCUS, a new play by Alex Webb, which will be directed by Emmy and Tony Award winner Jason Alexander. Learn more!

Kate Hamill’s SENSE AND SENSIBILITY is Coming to Syracuse Stage This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025

Syracuse Stage will continue its 2024/2025 season with celebrated actor and playwright Kate Hamill’s whirlwind adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Sense and Sensibility.” Learn more!

Meet the Cast of PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025

Performances are underway for Roundabout Theatre Company's new version of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, The Pirates of Penzance. Meet the cast of Pirates! The Penzance Musical here.

Creative Team Set for MADAME CLICQUOT: A REVOLUTIONARY MUSICAL at Pittsburgh CLO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2025

Pittsburgh CLO will present the world premiere of MADAME CLICQUOT: A REVOLUTIONARY MUSICAL. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

World Premiere of RELENTLESS and More Set for Syracuse Stage 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025

The 25/26 season at Syracuse Stage will feature a Broadway hit, fresh revivals of award-winning classics, an inspiring new American musical and a knockout world premiere play. See the full season here!

WHAT THE MOON SAW OR ‘I ONLY APPEAR TO BE DEAD' Continues Syracuse University Department of Drama 2024/2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

The Syracuse University Department of Drama continues the 2024/2025 season with the surreal “What the Moon Saw or ‘I Only Appear to Be Dead'” by Stephanie Fleischmann, directed by Danyon Davis.

Video: Watch the Trailer For SUNNY AFTERNOON at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has released a trailer for its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon. Watch the video now!

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 3/20/2025; Jobs In Development, Ticketing and More
by - Mar 20, 2025

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/20/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

R.A. Shiomi's SECRET WARRIORS Premieres At History Theatre This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2025

This spring, History Theatre will present the world premiere of Secret Warriors, a new drama by acclaimed playwright R.A. Shiomi. Secret Warriors is directed by Lily Tung Crystal and runs March 29- April 19, 2025. Tickets on sale.

Cast Set for GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025

​Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the complete cast for the Regional Premiere of the tour-de-force play Good Night, Oscar. See who is starring and learn more about the production!

SoloFest 2025 To Present HELP! I'M TRAPPED IN A ONE-WOMAN SHOW! with Kate Skinner
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025

Kate Skinner finds herself ‘trapped in a one-woman show' in a new ‘one-woman show' called “Help! I'm Trapped in a One-Woman Show!”, receiving its world premiere March14-16 as Show #Two in Bridge Street Theatre's SoloFest 2025.

Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Clarifies Grant Changes, Promising Signs from a New Audience Behavior Study
by Alex Freeman - Feb 24, 2025

We'll unpack the NEA's latest grant guidelines (including the loss of Challenge America), celebrate the work of Broadway Cares', and share some genuinely good news about audiences returning to theaters. Plus, we've got updates on new leadership, labor victories, and international investments that are shaping the future of the performing arts.

KING JAMES is Coming to Syracuse Stage in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Syracuse Stage will continue its 2024/2025 season with Pulitzer Prize-nominated playwright Rajiv Joseph’s “King James,” a slam dunk celebration of basketball, friendship and fandom. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Industry Pro Newsletter: A Shift in NEA Grants, and the Latest on the Kennedy Center Situation
by Alex Freeman - Feb 18, 2025

This week’s newsletter highlights a range of developments in the theater world, from national funding priorities to local artistic leadership changes and discussions surrounding accessibility.  We'll explore the NEA's focus on celebrating America's history through its 2026 grants, celebrate the artistry of makeup and hair designers at the MUAHS Awards, and examine leadership transitions at the Kennedy Center.  Additionally, we'll spotlight new artistic directors at regional theaters and share Sir Tim Rice's advocacy for increased surtitles in productions, reflecting a broader conversation about making theater more inclusive and engaging for all.

A WALRUS IN THE BODY OF A CROCODILE to Continue Syracuse University Department of Drama Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025

The Syracuse University Department of Drama will continue the 2024/2025 season with the uniquely engaging “A Walrus in the Body of a Crocodile” by MJ Kaufman, directed by Daniella Caggiano. Learn how to attend.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Announces Cast Of SUNNY AFTERNOON North American Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team of its highly anticipated North American Premiere musical event Sunny Afternoon.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway’s Shrinking Orchestras, Trump Moves to Reshape the Kennedy Center Board
by Alex Freeman - Feb 10, 2025

Erin Harkey takes the helm at Americans for the Arts, while Nidia Medina and Liam Sinclair step into key leadership roles at INTAR Theatre and the National Theatre of Scotland. Broadway sees ongoing changes, from the shrinking size of show orchestras to Broadway Bridges expanding student access. Meanwhile, political actions threaten arts institutions, with Trump’s move against the Kennedy Center board and potential funding cuts in Philadelphia. We’ve also got the full list of winners at the Obie Awards, and the latest updates on the New York State investigation into Shen Yun.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 2/6/2025; Jobs In Casting, Operations, and More
by - Feb 6, 2025

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/6/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Kennedy Center, Soulpepper, Opera Australia�"Major Theatres Face Leadership Shakeups
by Alex Freeman - Feb 3, 2025

This week’s theatre news highlights key shifts in leadership, policy, and industry trends. From calls for cultural organizations to expand their audiences to the reintroduction of legislation supporting performing artists, financial sustainability remains a pressing theme. On Broadway, Hell’s Kitchen earns a GRAMMY, while Sardi’s prepares to welcome back Broadway Bets. Leadership changes at the Kennedy Center, Syracuse Stage, and Soulpepper Theatre signal transitions across major institutions, and international headlines bring further challenges, including the cancellation of Coraline and Opera Australia’s ongoing turmoil. As the industry navigates these developments, adaptation and advocacy remain at the forefront.