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THE WIZ, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, and More Set For Kravis On Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts has announced the 17th season of Kravis On Broadway, which includes The Wiz, Kimberly Akimbo, and more. Learn more about the lineup here!

28 Musicals and 12 Artist Spotlights Set for BEAM2025 at Birmingham Hippodrome
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025

28 musicals and 12 Artist Spotlights will be featured at BEAM2025, taking place on 15th and 16th May at Birmingham Hippodrome. Learn more and see how to attend.

WICKED, THE OUTSIDERS and More Set for Shea's Performing Arts Center 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025

Shea's Performing Arts Center has revealed 2025-26 Broadway Season at Shea's Buffalo Theatre, which includes WICKED, KIMBERLY AKIMBO and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Recipients Revealed For The 2025 Cameron Mackintosh Resident Musical Theatre Writing Team
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Musical Theatre Network and Mercury Musical Developments have announced that Clare Packham and Fintan Kealy have been selected as the next recipients of the Cameron Mackintosh Resident Musical Theatre Writer placements at British Youth Music Theatre.

Review: 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE... at Meridian Hall
by Ilana Lucas - Dec 22, 2024

It’s a treat and a half; I can earnestly say: If you miss out on Cirque, you will be désolé.

Review: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE... at KANSAS CITY MUSIC HALL
by Alan Portner - Nov 25, 2024

Cirque Du Soleil’s excellent new Christmas Show, TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE… opens at the Kansas City Music Hall for eight performances beginning THE NIGHT BEFORE…Thanksgiving Day and continues through Sunday, December 1.

Feature: CIRQUE'S TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE... at KC Music Hall
by Alan Portner - Sep 10, 2024

One suggestion for guests on is a trip down to the Kansas City Music Hall to witness a new production by Montreal’s famous Cirque Du Soleil.   The new show is called “Twas the Night Before…”  It is the first ever holiday themed Cirque in the almost fifty-year history of the company.

UK's Leading Industry Showcase Of New Musical Theatre Sets Nationwide Pitching Days For BEAM2025
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2024

Mercury Musical Developments (MMD) and Musical Theatre Network (MTN) have announced the details of the nationwide search for the UK’s most exciting new musicals to present at BEAM2025, the UK’s biggest showcase of new musical theatre.

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL Returns In One Month With 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2023

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) and Cirque du Soleil announced today the international cast for the acclaimed family holiday theatrical – ‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil – that returns to The Chicago Theatre (175 N. State Street) for 28 performances between December 7 and 28, 2023.

Cirque Du Soleil Brings 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE... to St. Louis
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2023

'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE... by Cirque du Soleil will make its St. Louis debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre November 29 - December 10, 2023. Get all the details and additional information on the website.

Dylan Townley Receives Cameron Mackintosh Resident Composer 2023 Placement
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

Musical Theatre Network (MTN), Mercury Musical Developments (MMD), and Octagon Theatre, Bolton have announced that Dylan Townley will be the next Cameron Mackintosh Resident Musical Theatre Composer on placement at the Octagon Theatre, Bolton commencing in October 2023. Learn more about Townley here!

'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE Cirque du Soleil's First Holiday Themed Show �" Is Coming To St. Louis!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2023

'Twas the Night Before…by Cirque du Soleil is a holiday themed show inspired by the joy of giving and the wonder of the holiday season, with something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Whether you are a child of 5, 50, or 95 years old you are sure to be wowed by incredible acrobatics and a heart-warming story. 

'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE... By Cirque Du Soleil Returns to Chicago Theatre in December
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2023

The acclaimed family holiday theatrical – 'Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil – is returning to both The Theater at Madison Square Garden and The Chicago Theatre this holiday season.

Musical Theatre Network, Mercury Musical Developments & Oxford Playhouse Announce BEAM2023 Participants
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2023

Musical Theatre Network, Mercury Musical Developments and Oxford Playhouse has announced details of the 29 musicals that will be showcased in BEAM2023.  

BEETLEJUICE, COMPANY & More Set for The Fabulous Fox Theatre 2023-24 Broadway Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2023

The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced its spectacular 2023-2024 Broadway season featuring a mix of Broadway’s biggest hits and St. Louis favorites.

UK's Leading Industry Showcase of New Musical Theatre Releases Nationwide Pitching Days For Beam2023
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2022

Mercury Musical Developments (MMD) and Musical Theatre Network (MTN) have announced the details of the nationwide search for the UK's most exciting new musicals in development to present at BEAM2023, the UK's biggest showcase of new musical theatre.

Unsung Songs By Musical Theatre Giants Will Be Performed For One Night Only Live Online
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2022

A unique night for musical theatre REGENERATE: Lost Songs from the Musicals is a Livestreamed Online Gala Fundraiser in support of charity Mercury Musical Developments (MMD) in partnership with Musical Theatre Network (MTN), to take place on Sunday 18th September 2022 at 7.00pm GMT (1900hrs.)

Jordan Paul Clarke is Announced as the Cameron Mackintosh Resident Composer on Placement at BYMT
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2021

Musical Theatre Network (MTN), Mercury Musical Developments (MMD) & British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT) have announced that Jordan Paul Clarke will be the Cameron Mackintosh Resident Composer on placement at BYMT commencing in January 2022.

Cirque du Soleil's 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE… to Return to the Chicago Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2021

Madison Square Garden and Cirque du Soleil have announced that the acclaimed family holiday theatrical – “‘Twas the Night Before…” by Cirque du Soleil – is returning to The Chicago Theatre (175 N. State Street) for 17 performances only from November 26 through December 5, 2021.

Greenwich Theatre Launches GREENWICH CONNECTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2020

Last Monday, following government advice, Greenwich Theatre suspended all performances in both the main house and the studio. However, with most members of both the creative industry and the theatre's audience now based at home, the theatre has launched Greenwich Connects.