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Review: Excellence Abounds in Actors' Shakespeare Project's Finely-Tuned Production of AUGUST WILSON'S THE PIANO LESSON
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 13, 2025

With its magnificent mounting of August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson,” at Hibernian Hall in Nubian Square, Roxbury, through February 23, Actors’ Shakespeare Project has given Boston theatergoers the first must-see production of 2025.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Boston Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Video: FROZEN at North Shore Music Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2024

See video footage of Alyssa Fox, Celeste Rose, and more in the first-ever in-the-round production of Frozen at North Shore Music Theatre here!

Review: DISNEY'S FROZEN at Bill Hanney's North Shore Music Theatre Will Melt Hearts
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 13, 2024

What did our critic think of DISNEY'S FROZEN at North Shore Music Theatre?

North Shore Music Theatre to Present Disney's FROZEN in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2024

North Shore Music Theatre will present Disney's FROZEN in July. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Get A First Look At FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at North Shore Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jun 6, 2024

Get a first look at Bill Hanney's award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) 60th Anniversary Production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. The classic Tony and Oscar -winning musical plays thru Sunday, June 16, 2024.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Comes to North Shore Music Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024

For the first time in more than two decades, Bill Hanney's award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) will bring one of the world's most beloved musicals to life with a 60th Anniversary Production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF.

Encore Production of JERSEY BOYS to Return to North Shore Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024

Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre will begin the 2024 musical season early when they bring back the hit 2019 production of JERSEY BOYS. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

The Suffolk University Theatre Department to Present MIDSUMMER; KINDA? in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023

Discover Suffolk University Theatre Department's creative rendition of Shakespeare's 'MidSummer; Kinda?' with a unique twist. Get all the details on show dates, venue, and how to experience this innovative adaptation.

The Umbrella Opens Season with LIZZIE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2023

Discover the volcanic energy and powerful music of Lizzie, a grrrl-powered rock musical opening The Umbrella's season. Directed by Ilyse Robbins, this multimedia production defies stereotypes and brings the intriguing story of Lizzie Borden to life.

SWEENEY TODD Comes to Arrow Street Arts in October
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2023

Moonbox Productions will present the Tony-Award-winning musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, by Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler.

New Rep Announces Cast & Design Team For A RAISIN IN THE SUN & DIASPORA!
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2023

New Repertory Theatre has announced the casts and design team for its upcoming productions of A RAISIN IN THE SUN and DIASPORA!.

Review: FAIRVIEW at SpeakEasy Stage Forces Audiences to Look Inside Themselves and Reflect
by Erik Bailey - Feb 24, 2023

'I'm uncomfortable' was the thought I had to myself after leaving FAIRVIEW. I've had this thought while leaving the theatre before, but usually, I feel that way because I didn't enjoy what I saw. But this time, it was precisely how the playwright wanted the audience to feel and it worked. Uncomfortable was exactly how I was supposed to feel.

Boston Premiere of FAIRVIEW to Open at SpeakEasy Stage Company in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2023

From February 17 to March 11, 2023, SpeakEasy Stage Company will present the Boston premiere of Jackie Sibblies Drury’s acclaimed comedy FAIRVIEW.

Moonbox Productions Presents PASSING STRANGE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2021

Winner of numerous IRNE and Elliot Norton Awards, Moonbox Productions presents Passing Strange, the Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning musical by Stew and collaborator Heidi Rodewald.

Photo Flash: Opening Night of West End's THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 9, 2014

The National Theatre's acclaimed production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time reopened last night, 8 July 2014, at the Gielgud Theatre in the West End.