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The air at New Theatre Restaurant in Overland Park is thick with the scent of high-end buffet favorites and the electric hum of a sold-out crowd. The curtain has risen on a revival of the 1960s Broadway classic Cactus Flower, and if the opening week's standing ovations are any indication, Kansas City has another bona fide hit on its hands.

What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?

Final casting has been announced for the new stage adaptation of one of the greatest crime novels of the 20th century. Written by James M. Cain, this bold, seductive production stars Hollywood icon Mischa Barton (The O.C.) in her UK stage debut.

RuPaul's Drag Race UK champion Danny Beard will be joining the cast of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical for the next leg of its UK tour.

Our Class of 2026 Student Spotlight shines on an engaging and exceptionally talented young man. You might remember him as Chip from Music Circus’ most recent production of Beauty and the Beast. Cooper Miller is a senior at Christian Brothers High School and has just finished his theatre career there on a high note as Seymour Krelborn in their fall musical, Little Shop of Horrors. With his commanding performances and effervescent presence, Cooper is due to join the ranks of other Sacramentans who have forged their path to the Great White Way. BroadwayWorld spoke to him about his goals and future as he plants roots beyond Sacramento.

GRAMMY winning artist Joe Jackson will present Hope and Fury and 2026 tour. The tour includes a stop at the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre.

To accompany the release of his new album, Joe Jackson and his band will embark on a major North American tour from May to July 2026, including a stop at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre.

Adapted from the beloved novel by C.S. Lewis, this enchanting tale follows the adventures of four siblings who discover a mysterious wardrobe that leads to a land frozen in an eternal winter by the wicked White Witch.

The Shawnee Playhouse will present The Lightning Thief, The Percy Jackson Musical, for one weekend only. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

The Details is a story of catharsis that stems from confronting one’s beliefs, taking accountability for behavior, and charting a path forward for change. The narrative has promise. Larson has a strong point of view, and he has penned a play with a mostly satisfying conclusion. The character’s burdens and their resulting emotional conflict hold your attention, but there are scenes when it is a struggle to get past the inane dialogue. The chatter is too simply too tidy and formulaic.  

Get a first look of Summer Place Theatre's production of 'Little Shop of Horrors', now playing until June 29th at Naperville Central High School Auditorium. Check out photos from the show.

Chicago Sinfonietta announced the appointment of the internationally recognized orchestra’s new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).  Learn more about the new member of the team here!

PLEASE DONATE: OMTI’s next event is a month-long fundraising campaign leading up to a Virtual Gala June 1st. We have a goal of raising $25,000 to support our students and the mission of OMTI. Every dollar donated goes directly toward providing exceptional performing arts education and opportunities to the talented young artists.

Jo March isn’t your typical Victorian lady - headstrong and determined to be a novelist. As she and her sisters grow up during the Civil War, they strive to balance ambition with society’s expectations. In a world shaped by gender and tragedy, Jo’s greatest story is that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect women. Performances are Apr. 24, 25, 26, May 1, 2, 3 at 7 p.m. Apr. 26, 27, May 3 at 2 p.m., at Mershad Hall, the Jeanne B. McCoy Center for the Arts, 100 E Dublin Granville Rd, New Albany, OH 43054, Purchase tickets:https://www.capa.com/productions/nahs-little-women/

Jo March isn’t your typical Victorian lady - headstrong and determined to be a novelist. As she and her sisters grow up during the Civil War, they strive to balance ambition with society’s expectations.

With a notable career that spans stage and screen, musically-gifted actor Cheyenne Jackson delivered a wonderfully charming, wickedly hilarious OC solo debut set during his three-night run at Segerstrom Center for the Arts' Samueli Theatre from April 10-12, 2025. Backed by the superbly talented Willy Beaman behind the piano, Jackson not only showcased his impressive, Broadway-honed singing chops but also his knack for touching and comedic storytelling, providing OC with a program that was as magnificent as it was swoon-worthy—with plenty of emotion, laughs, and ribald cheekiness generously served in between.

One of our By Kids, For Kids productions, the Hilliard Arts Council presents Matilda, Jr., a musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved story. This production follows the extraordinary journey of Matilda, a brilliant young girl with a vivid imagination and incredible powers, as she navigates a world of troublesome adults and discovers her true potential.

Rise Above is a theatre group venturing into a new territory as they perform 'A Diary of Anne Frank', which is the first play they have taken on. This timeless story, known to many, carries a deep emotional weight as it sheds light on the struggles of our fellow human beings. Despite the lessons learned from such narratives, we are reminded of the ongoing presence of suffering and hardship in our world.

Nagle Jackson, internationally renowned theater director and playwright, has passed away in Rhinebeck, New York, at the age of 88. A celebration of Nagle’s life will be held in April 2025 in NYC.

The cast is complete for the concert reading of the new musical To Sir, with Love starring Wayne Brady at the Garry Marshall Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.