Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts

NEEDTOBREATHE Adds Additional Cities to 'The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

Due to overwhelming demand, the award-winning, multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE has added additional cities to their “Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour.”

The Hanover Theatre Announces Casting for A CHRISTMAS CAROL 17th Annual Production
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2024

The Hanover Theatre announced the full cast for its 17th annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, featuring John Little as Ebenezer Scrooge. The show runs from December 15-22, 2024.

The Hanover Theatre Conservatory's Downtown Dance Program Offers Worcester Youth Opportunities In The Arts
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2023

The Hanover Theatre Conservatory for the Performing Arts (THTC) is pleased to announce the inaugural year of the Downtown Dance program, in partnership with the Worcester Public Schools (WPS).

MADAGASCAR THE MUSICAL to Visit More Than 60 Cities on 2023 U.S. TOUR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2023

The hit DreamWorks animated franchise, Madagascar, is now a live stage musical that will “Move It, Move It” to venues across the country from April 8 to July 1, 2023, as part of the 12-week tour.

SPEND THE HOLIDAYS WITH SARAH BRIGHTMAN: “A CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY”
by - Nov 18, 2021

Special Offer - SPEND THE HOLIDAYS WITH SARAH BRIGHTMAN: “A CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY”

Review Roundup: MEAN GIRLS Brings its 'Fetch' Tour Back to the Stage; What Are the Critics Saying?
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2021

Reprising their roles from the 2019-2020 season are Danielle Wade as Cady Heron, Megan Masako Haley as Gretchen Wieners, Jonalyn Saxer as Karen Smith, Mary Kate Morrissey as Janis Sarkisian, Eric Huffman as Damian Hubbard, Adante Carter as Aaron Samuels, Kabir Bery as Kevin G. and Lawrence E. Street as Mr. Duvall.

Review Roundup: THE PROM National Tour Returns to the Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2021

The National Tour of the 2019 Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Musical THE PROM began performances on November 2 at Playhouse Square in Cleveland. The tour stars Kaden Kearney (they/them) as 'Emma, High School Student, Banned from The Prom,' Kalyn West as 'Alyssa Greene, Head of Student Council with a Secret,' and more.

Sarah Brightman Announces New PBS Holiday Special & Holiday US Tour
by Michael Major - Oct 13, 2021

The new holiday special will feature appearances by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aled Jones & Choir Gregorian. Check out US tour dates and watch the trailer for the new special now!

Kyla Stone, Sam McLellan and More to Star in National Tour of ANASTASIA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2021

Casting has been announced for the return of the North American tour of the critically-acclaimed Broadway production of ANASTASIA. The ANASTASIA tour will launch in Connecticut (the Palace Theatre in Waterbury October 19-21, 2021 and the Shubert Theatre in New Haven October 22-24, 2021) and will go on to play over 40 cities this season. 

Sarah Brightman Announces CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY Tour This Winter; View the Tour Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2021

Last year Sarah Brightman entertained her first-ever Christmas livestream concert Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony. Given the overwhelming response, and in celebration of her favorite time of year, Sarah begins a new Christmas tradition this year with her first-ever A Christmas Symphony Tour. See all of her tour dates here.

The Hanover Theatre to Present First Indoor Performances Approved by Actors' Equity in Massachusetts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2020

The Hanover Theatre is launching THT Repertory with the first indoor, socially-distanced performance in Massachusetts to be approved by Actors' Equity Association. Thursdays - Sundays, October 1-25, The Hanover Theatre Repertory presents an Edgar Allen Poe Double Header at the Jean McDonough Arts Center's BrickBox Theater in downtown Worcester.

Sarah Brightman's 2020 HYMN IN CONCERT Tour Rescheduled for Nov/Dec 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2020

Sarah Brightman's HYMN IN CONCERT tour has been rescheduled from October 2020 until November/December of 2021.

Jim Brickman To Support Local Theatres With 'Comfort & Joy At Home 2020'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 11, 2020

Grammy-Nominated Songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman will be taking the nation by storm this holiday season with ‘Comfort & Joy at Home 2020’ Virtual Tour.

PEPPA PIG'S ADVENTURE Tour Launches from Syracuse
by Julie Musbach - Sep 9, 2019

Peppa Pig, the most charming little piggy on the block, has hit the road on a brand-new live stage show tour across the US and will stop by the The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater on Wednesday, September 18th. Fans spanning from Nicky Hilton, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert to rappers Lil Nas X and Iggy Azalea, and even Princess Charlotte, have been contributing to the brand love for Peppa Pig following the preschool property's first-ever music album release, My First Album.

BWW REVIEW: Testosterone Fuels Riveting TAP DOGS at Hanover Theatre in Worcester
by Jan Nargi - Apr 13, 2019

There are times when the percussion in TAP DOGS, the testosterone-fueled tap dance extravaganza now at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester through April 14, is so penetrating that your diaphragm literally pulses in rhythm to the beat. A workman-themed sound and dance performance that seems like the love child of STOMP and BLUE MAN GROUP, TAP DOGS combines the athleticism of urban gladiators with the precision of six-part (and 12-footed) harmony to deliver a thrilling 75 minutes of non-stop tap invention.

All New Peppa Pig Live Show Will Tour 50+ U.s. Cities This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2019

Peppa Pig, George and their friends are back with a brand new live show, Peppa Pig's Adventure (www.peppapigliveus.com). The latest rendition of Peppa Pig Live!, one of the most successful family theater tours in North American history, will visit more than 50 cities in the United States. The show kicks off September 6th in Worcester, MA, before heading coast to coast with stops in Philadelphia, Atlanta, Detroit, Nashville, Chicago and Los Angeles.

Celtic Woman's ANCIENT LAND DVD And Blu-Ray Set For 2/15 Release
by BWW News Desk - Feb 15, 2019

CELTIC WOMAN kick off 2019 with the release of their ANCIENT LANDDVD and Blu-Ray due out February 15, a DVD/CD Deluxe combo, and an extensive North American tour. Click here to view the 'Long Journey Home' clip. Order ANCIENT LAND here.

Celtic Woman's ANCIENT LAND DVD And Blu-Ray Set For 2/15 Release
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 7, 2019

CELTIC WOMAN kick off 2019 with the release of their ANCIENT LANDDVD and Blu-Ray due out February 15, a DVD/CD Deluxe combo, and an extensive North American tour. Click here to view the 'Long Journey Home' clip. Order ANCIENT LAND here.

Celtic Women to Star on PBS' ANCIENT LAND
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 11, 2018

On the heels of the just-released top 10 Billboard “World” album Ancient Land (the group's thirteenth), multi-platinum international music sensation CELTIC WOMAN (www.celticwoman.com) star in their Ancient Land PBS special airing nationally throughout December and January, and ready the launch of a full headlining tour to 70 North American cities starting in February 2019. Tickets are on sale now.

Celtic Woman's ANCIENT LAND Enters Billboard World Chart At #6
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 9, 2018

With their 13th album ANCIENT LAND out now, multi-platinum international music sensation CELTIC WOMAN will wrap up 2018 with a PBS special and their annual holiday tour in support of the new release. They'll continue into the new year with a full North American tour set for 2019 (dates below). ANCIENT LAND entered the Billboard World Albums Chart at #6, making CELTIC WOMAN the only European act in the Top Ten of this chart (eight are from Asia, with the remaining group from Australia).