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Review: THE SPITFIRE GRILL IS A HEARTWARMING CHARMER at The Armonk Players
by Bruce Apar - Jun 11, 2026

What did our critic think of THE SPITFIRE GRILL IS A HEARTWARMING CHARMER at The Armonk Players?The caliber of Off-Broadway, where she saw this show when it opened a quarter-century ago, has nothing on The Armonk Players when the formidable Ms. Haas occupies the director’s chair.

Purdue Fort Wayne Theatre to Present THE SPITFIRE GRILL
by Gillian Blum - Apr 12, 2026

The Department of Theatre at Purdue University Fort Wayne invites audiences to experience the heartwarming musical, The Spitfire Grill, at the Williams Theatre on the PFW Campus.

THE SPITFIRE GRILL Will Be Presented by American Coast Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2026

American Coast Theater Company will present THE SPITFIRE GRILL in Costa Mesa. The production will be directed by Sasha Miller and feature a cast including Sadie Black and Rachel Williams. Performances will take place at the Lyceum Theater at Vanguard University.

THE SPITFIRE GRILL Will Be Presented by American Coast Theater Company in Costa Mesa
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2026

American Coast Theater Company will present THE SPITFIRE GRILL this summer in Costa Mesa. The production, directed by Sasha Miller, will feature a cast including Sadie Black and Rachel Williams.

THE SPITFIRE GRILL Celebrates 25 Years with James Valcq Directing at Skylight Music Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

James Valcq, co-bookwriter and composer, directs the 25th anniversary production of THE SPITFIRE GRILL at Skylight Music Theatre, bringing a unique vision to the beloved Wisconsin-born musical.

Skylight Music Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For THE SPITFIRE GRILL
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026

Skylight Music Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its 25th anniversary production of THE SPITFIRE GRILL. Directed by composer and co-book writer James Valcq.

Review: THE SPITFIRE GRILL at Kanata Theatre
by Courtney Castelino - Nov 10, 2025

What did our critic think of THE SPITFIRE GRILL at Kanata Theatre?

The Green Room 42 Will Present FOR A DAY OF SKY In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

The Green Room 42 will present for a day of sky on Tuesday, November 19 at 7:00 p.m., a one-night-only concert celebrating rarely heard songs by some of musical theatre’s greatest composers.

THE SPITFIRE GRILL To Open Actors’ Playhouse 2025–2026 Season In Miami
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2025

Actors’ Playhouse will present the Miami premiere of The Spitfire Grill this fall, directed by Artistic Director David Arisco. Performances run October 8–November 2 at the Miracle Theatre.

Terrific New Theatre Reveals 2025/2026 Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2025

“The Book Club Play” will be the first production of Terrific New Theatre's 2025/2026 season in its new theatrical space. It will open August 14, as the premiere offering in what is being referred to as “2025/2026: The Full Return of TNT.” The title references TNT's mini-season of 2024/2025, which consisted of four productions. This new, full season will include six presentations: four plays, one musical, and one play with music.

GUYS ON ICE to Open Lake George Dinner Theatre 58th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2025

Lake George Dinner Theatre will open its 58th season with Guys on Ice, The Ice Fishing Musical with book and lyrics by Fred Alley, and music by James Kaplan. Learn more!

Photos: THE SPITFIRE GRILL in Rehearsal at Lakewood Playhouse This July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2025

Lakewood Playhouse will conclude its 86th season with the regional premiere of a newly revised version of The Spitfire Grill, opening July 11 and running through July 27. The heartfelt musical will be performed in-the-round at the theatre’s home in the Lakewood Towne Center. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsal.

Review: Make a Reservation at THE SPITFIRE GRILL
by R. Scott Reedy - May 9, 2025

The musical “The Spitfire Grill” – with book and music by James Valcq and lyrics by the late Fred Alley, who also co-wrote the book – perfectly captures the small-town ethos of its rural Gilead, Wisconsin, setting.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN and More Set for Actors' Playhouse 2025-2026 Mainstage Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has unveiled its 2025-2026 Mainstage Season, marking an extraordinary milestone: the company's 30th anniversary at the historic Miracle Theatre. Learn more!

Skylight Music Theatre Announces FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, AMADEUS And More for 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2025

Skylight Music Theatre has announced 2025-26 season, marking the company's 66th year of bringing exceptional music theatre to Milwaukee audiences.

Lake George Dinner Theatre Unveils 58th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025

Lake George Dinner Theatre will present a season of 'Friends and Family' for its 58th year entertaining audiences. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

David Saint Will Retire as Artistic Director of George Street Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

George Street Playhouse has announced that Artistic Director David Saint will retire as Artistic Director at the conclusion of the 2024/2025 season.  George Street Playhouse will honor Saint at the 2025 Gala.

Review: LUMBERJACKS IN LOVE at Milwaukee Repertory Theatre
by Cathy Jakicic - Nov 15, 2024

'Lumberjacks in Love' offers an evening of much-needed laughs.

LUMBERJACKS IN LOVE to be Presented at Milwaukee Repertory Theater's Stackner Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2024

Milwaukee Rep will present Lumberjacks in Love from Fred Alley and James Kaplan, the creators behind Guys on Ice, in the Stackner Cabaret. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE SPITFIRE GRILL at Broadway Rose
by Krista Garver - Jun 6, 2024

This well-directed, well-acted musical is about forgiveness, community, the strength of the human spirit, and the power of dreaming big.