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Review: PETER PAN is Revitalized at the Eccles Theater

The national tour of PETER PAN, currently playing at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City, is a refreshingly refreshed iteration of a beloved musical that can sometimes feel a bit stodgy in its original form.  Set in modern America with a male teenager playing the title role and more agency for the Indigenous characters, the show has been revitalized for a new generation.
Review: PETER PAN at Golden Gate Theatre

Peter Pan flies into the Golden Gate Theatre with its fantastical message of the joys of childhood, innocence, and freedom. For over 70 years J.M. Barrie’s story has been told and retold, becoming a beloved childhood adventure. This newly imagined production plays on that familiarity and will bring a new generation of children into the fold with its eye-popping images, fairytale characters, swashbuckling adventure, and simplistic themes of good versus evil.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre to Present Pittsburgh Premiere of Trey McIntyre's PETER PAN

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will present the Pittsburgh premiere of Trey McIntyre's PETER PAN, opening this month. The production promises a fresh take on the classic tale with innovative choreography. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
PETER PAN Comes to Family Music Theatre Next Month

Family Music Theatre will present the Tony-award winning musical Peter Pan November 8-23, 2024 at the New Vida Center (3727 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas, TX). The show, directed by Dr. Sam Germany, stars Chloe Balthrop as Peter Pan, Mabry Marchbanks as Wendy Darling, and Jacob Zufelt as Captain Hook.
Interview: KURT PERRY of PETER PAN at BROADWAY AT THE HOBBY CENTER

I'm so extraordinarily proud of this with the work that Lonnie has done and the work that Larissa FastHorse has done in our new book! They've really taken out the racist stuff, and they have given an opportunity for Indigenous voices to be heard loud and clear by Indigenous actors. They also took advantage of the opportunity to elevate female voices in the show.
PETER PAN Comes to Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre in October

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will present the Pittsburgh premiere of Trey McIntyre’s Peter Pan. PBT will perform the family-friendly ballet October 25-27 at the Benedum Center as the opening production of its 2024-25 Emerald season. 
Cast Set For PAN at Chickenshed

Chickenshed Theatre has announced their Christmas show Pan as part of the organisation's 50th anniversary. The production opens on Wednesday 20 November, and runs until Saturday 11 January, with press night on Wednesday 27 November, 7pm. 
Spotlight: MATTHEW MORRISON at Paramount Theatre

Encore for the Arts! An Evening with Matthew Morrison at Aurora's Paramount Theatre
Review: PETER PAN at The Paramount Theatre

Dear Readers, I’m of two minds in reviewing this revised production of “Peter Pan” currently playing at the Paramount. First as a season ticket holder who came to the show with no kids and wants a quality musical, I question the inclusion of this in the season and find it not all that great, but from the viewpoint of a kids show, it has its merits.
Review: A Delightful, Reimagined PETER PAN Musical Flies Into OC's Segerstrom Center

Aimed at offering a more progressive framework that tweaks the infamous story, this admirable revised version reflects a purposefully modern approach to the classic story, attempting to balance the original's charm and whimsy with contemporary sensibilities. This brand new national tour continues at Segerstrom Center for the Arts thru August 18.
Photos: Homebrewed Theatre Presents the World Premiere of PETER PAN AND WENDY: THE TALE OF NEVERLAND

Family-Friendly Homebrewed Theatre will present the world premiere adaptation of the beloved J.M. Barrie adventure Peter Pan and Wendy: The Tale of Neverland, written and directed by Nick Wakely (Walpole, MA). See photos from the show.
PETER & THE STARCATCHER Comes to Spring Theatre

Have you ever wondered why Peter Pan is the boy who won't grow up? Find out this weekend as Spring Theatre presents 'Peter & The Starcatcher'!
PETER PAN AND WENDY: THE TALE OF NEVERLAND Comes to  Homebrewed Theatre

Family-Friendly Homebrewed Theatre will present a world premiere adaptation of the beloved J.M. Barrie adventure Peter Pan and Wendy: The Tale of Neverland, written and directed by Nick Wakely.
BWW Q&A: Kyra Kennedy on BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Maine State Music Theatre

Kyra recently completed a run of Beautiful at Papermill Playhouse - also playing the role of Carole King. Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,' a captivating journey through the life of one of music’s most iconic songwriters. The production, a co-production with the Fulton Theatre, will run from August 7 to August 24.
Review: PETER PAN at Hollywood Pantages Theatre

In attempting to reinvent Peter Pan for a modern audience, NETworks Presentations has embraced a major challenge. On the one hand, they have a gem. Jerome Robbins’ original production was packed with humor, heart, and adventures that captivated generations of audiences, not to mention a beautifully dynamic score by Morris ‘Moose’ Charlap.
THE HISPANIC/LATINO/LATINA/LATINX/LATINE VOTE to be Presented at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum

Bernardo Cubria's play THE HISPANIC/LATINO/LATINA/LATINX/LATINÉ VOTE explores election year themes with humor at Theatricum. Learn more about the play and see how to purchase tickets.
Matthew Morrison Will Headline Paramount Theatre's Annual Gala

Triple threat actor, dancer and singer Matthew Morrison, well known for his Golden Globe-nominated role as beloved teacher Mr. Schuester on the hit show Glee, will bring his incredible talents to downtown Aurora, Illinois, one-night-only, Saturday, October 12, to perform live on Paramount Theatre's historic stage.
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels

Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
Paramount's BOLD Series Launches Third Season With PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Beginning in July

Season three of Paramount's BOLD Series will launch this summer with a new production of Peter and the Starcatcher, running July 24 through September 1.
People's Light Announces 50th Anniversary Season Productions, With Special Programming & Events

People's Light celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a diverse season of productions, special programming, and events.

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J.M. Barrie has written 1 shows including Jane Annie (Libretto).

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