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Author Rachel Hawkins to Visit The Music Hall Lounge With New Book THE STORM
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
NYT bestselling author Rachel Hawkins will visit The Music Hall Lounge with her new book, THE STORM. The novel is about a Gulf Coast beach motel that has survived a century of hurricanes–and has also been the site of multiple mysterious deaths.
DISCOVERING MAGIC WITH ANDREW PINARD Comes To New Hampshire Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
New Hampshire Theatre Project will present Discovering Magic with Andrew Pinard on December 26, 27, and 28 with Friday and Saturday evening performances at 7:30pm and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:30pm.
DICKENS' AMERICA Comes to the Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The Park Theatre will present a special one-night staged reading of the new play Dickens’ America, featuring celebrated actor Adam Sowers in the role of Charles Dickens himself.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards; The Barnstormers Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 08, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Comes to Prescott Park Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
Prescott Park Arts Festival has announced its 2026 Signature Musical: Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, to perform on the Wilcox Main Stage in downtown Portsmouth's Prescott Park. 
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET Play Reading To Be Presented By New Hampshire Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
New Hampshire Theatre Project will present a staged reading of Miracle on 34th Street as part of its Play Readings for Grown-ups series. The production will use the original Lux Radio Theatre script, complete with live sound effects and period commercials.
CHICAGO and More Set for New London Barn Playhouse 94th Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
The New London Barn Playhouse has revealed its 94th Summer Season. The 2026 season brings a mix of classics, premieres, and bold new works - welcoming thousands of patrons to the Barn Playhouse's porch.
MAN OF LA MANCHA, CHICAGO, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, And More Set for New London Barn Playhouse 94th Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
The New London Barn Playhouse will present its 94th Summer Season in 2026, offering a wide range of musicals, concerts, and new works. The season continues the theater’s longstanding tradition of showcasing resident artists and welcoming audiences to its historic Main Street venue.
Park Theatre Will Present One-Night Staged Reading of DICKENS’ AMERICA This December
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Park Theatre in Jaffrey, New Hampshire will present a one-night staged reading of Dickens’ America on December 13. The new one-man adaptation by CEO Steve Jackson is based on Charles Dickens’ 1842 travelogue American Notes for General Circulation.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards; JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
The Press Room To Host Annual HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA In Portsmouth
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
The Press Room will present the Annual Holiday Extravaganza, hosted by Joel Glenn Wixson, on December 4, 2025, in Portsmouth, NH. The event will feature an evening of live music from local performers and seasonal storytelling.
Author Eric Stanway To Lecture About EDWIN DROOD at Jaffrey's Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Author Eric Stanway is an expert on Charles Dickens, and he is coming, once again, to Jaffrey's Park Theatre to talk about him. He has lectured extensively about Dickens and written about him.
Heather Pierson Trio to Perform A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS SOUNDTRACK At Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Heather Pierson Trio Performs A Charlie Brown Christmas Soundtrack will return for a magical fourth time to The Park Theatre stage this holiday season.
M&D Playhouse To Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL In December
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
North Conway’s M&D Playhouse will continue its annual tradition this December with a staging of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, adapted by John Mortimer from the story by Charles Dickens.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To The Players' Ring Theatre In A New Adaptation By Ben Bagley
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Players’ Ring Theatre will present a new staging of A Christmas Carol, adapted and directed by Ben Bagley, from December 5 through December 28. Continuing a 34-year tradition at the Ring, this year’s production will offer a fresh interpretation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards
by BWW Awards - November 21, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
New London Barn Playhouse Announces Development Department Restructuring As Jody Cooper Departs Role
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
The New London Barn Playhouse has announced a restructuring of its Development Department ahead of its 94th season, resulting in the elimination of the Director of Development position and the departure of Jody Cooper.
Review: ELF THE MUSICAL at Seacoast Repertory Theatre
by Dan Marois - November 19, 2025
What did our critic think of ELF THE MUSICAL at Seacoast Repertory Theatre? “Elf” at the Rep succeeds because the theatre thrives on great storytelling with very believable cast members. Consider this a holiday treat not to be missed.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC and MARY POPPINS Sing-A-Long Screenings Will Return to The Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
The Park Theatre in Jaffrey, NH will present sing-a-long screenings of THE SOUND OF MUSIC on November 23 and MARY POPPINS on November 29. Both classic Julie Andrews films will feature on-screen lyrics for full audience participation.
Allman Brothers Tribute Band, The Brothers Project, to Perform at The Park Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
Get ready to ride the wave of classic Southern rock as Boston-based tribute band The Brothers Project takes the stage at The Park Theatre in Jaffrey, NH.
Pontine Theatre Will Present A NEW ENGLAND CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
Pontine Theatre will present the 2025 edition of A New England Christmas from November 28–December 14 at its 1845 Plains Schoolhouse venue in Portsmouth.
New Hampshire Theatre Project to Present THE TIME BEFORE GOODBYE As Part of ELEPHANT-IN-THE-ROOM SERIES
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
New Hampshire Theatre Project will present The Time Before Goodbye: Navigating Eldercare as part of its Elephant-in-the-Room Series on Wednesday, November 19 at 6:00 p.m.
BEGINNINGS – A CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF CHICAGO Comes to The Newton Theatre In March
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2025
Beginnings – A Celebration of the Music of Chicago will perform live at The Newton Theatre in Newton, New Jersey, on Friday, March 13, 2026. The acclaimed tribute band captures the signature sound of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group Chicago.

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