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Review: WAITRESS at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - Mar 15, 2025

Dear Readers, when the rights for local theaters to produce hit shows become available, or start to become available, you know every theater will be vying to be the first. One such show currently in this situation is Sara Bareilles and Jessie Nelson’s huge hit “Waitress”. And once those rights are out there, we get to see what the local houses can do. Are they up to the task or will it just be a pale imitation of the Broadway and touring runs? The 5th Avenue Theatre has stepped up to be the first in this case and I’m thrilled to say, with a top notch cast and some able direction this first in the area production of “Waitress” is smacked clean out of the park.

Video: First Look at WAITRESS at TUTS Houston & 5th Avenue Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2025

Watch Kerstin Anderson sing 'She Used To Be Mine' in rehearsals for Waitress - a co-production between 5th Avenue Theatre and TUTS Houston. Waitress is slated to run at the Seattle theatre from March 11-30, 2025. The production then plays Houston April 6-27, 2025.

Video: First Promo For WAITRESS at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025

Watch a new promo video for Waitress at the 5th Avenue Theatre. ara Bareilles's pop-rock musical is filled with scrumptious pie--so much pie--and is one of the most famous musicals from the past decade.

Video: In Rehearsal for WAITRESS At 5th Avenue Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2025

Bring your appetite because The 5th Avenue Theatre has pie on the menu. Waitress, the hit Broadway musical, is onstage from March 11-30, 2025. Check out video from inside rehearsal below.

WAITRESS Comes to Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025

The 5th Avenue Theatre has pie on the menu. Waitress, the hit Broadway musical, is onstage beginning next month. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

Sonya Balsara, Kennedy Kanagawa, Hawley Gould, and More Will Sing on LIKE THE WIND Original Concept EP
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2025

Collard & Rosenblatt's newest digital release includes eight songs from their new musical, Like the Wind. Like the Wind is a new musical that explores the lives of Bennie and Cai, two queer teenagers running away from a conversion therapy facility in the summer of 2018.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine 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 Maine Awards; Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine 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 Maine Awards; WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine 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 Maine Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine 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!

Review: DISNEY FROZEN at Olney Theatre Center
by Ken Kemp - Nov 5, 2024

A Broadway quality show that is perfect for introducing young children to the magic of live theatre. There's magic in the air, as Olney Theatre Center kicks off the holiday musical season with a production of Disney's Frozen that is nothing short of spectacular.

Video: 'For The First Time in Forever' in Rehearsals for Olney Theatre's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Oct 23, 2024

Watch a sneak peek behind the scenes as Anna (Alex De Bard) and Elsa (Gabriela Hernandez) get ready for the coronation ball in 'For The First Time in Forever' in rehearsals for Olney Theatre's production of Disney's FROZEN.

Olney Theatre Center to Present Regional Premiere of FROZEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024

Olney Theatre Center is one of the handful of regional theatres chosen by Disney to create their own, original production of Frozen. The production will be directed by Alan Muraoka. Learn more about FROZEN.

Photos: Ruthie Ann Miles, Joshua Henry, Santino Fontana And More Attend the American Theatre Wing 2024 Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2024

The American Theatre Wing held its annual fall gala on Monday, September 9, 2024, at Cipriani 42nd Street, honoring “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry”. See photos from the big night!

Photos: Jenn Colella, James Monroe Iglehart, and More at American Theatre Wing's 2024 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 10, 2024

 Yesterday, September 9, the American Theatre Wing hosted its annual fall gala at Cipriani 42nd Street. The event honored “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry. Check out photos from the event here!

More Than 347,000 Attendees Visit The Muny's 106th Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

The Muny has announced that more than 347,000 audience members attended performances in Forest Park as part of the theatre’s epic 106th season, which ran June 17-Aug. 25.

RENT Now Playing at The New London Barn Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2024

The New London Barn Playhouse is presenting RENT on the MainStage for the first time. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Michael Maliakel Sings 'Her Voice' from THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Jul 15, 2024

Watch Michael Maliakel of The Muny's production of THE LITTLE MERMAID perform 'Her Voice in this all-new video. The show's creative team is led by Director John Tartaglia, with Choreographer Patrick O'Neill and Music Director/Conductor Annbritt duChateau

Video: Nicole Parker Sings Poor Unfortunate Souls from THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Jul 15, 2024

Watch Nicole Parker and the cast of The Muny's production of THE LITTLE MERMAID perform 'Poor Unfortunate Souls' in this all-new video. The production has just three more performances in St. Louis.

Video: 'Positoovity' from Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2024

Watch the cast of The Muny's production of THE LITTLE MERMAID perform 'Positoovity' featuring Jen Cody as Scuttle in the video here.