Matthew Murphy

Why Whoopi Goldberg Isn't Reading Her ANNIE Reviews

Watch a video of Whoopi Goldberg explaining on The View why she won't read the reviews for her performance as Miss Hannigan in Annie. The production is currently playing at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden.

Review: PETER PAN at Bass Concert Hall

Peter Pan dazzles with stunning sets, magical flying effects, and catchy new songs. This Peter Pan may never want to grow up, but it certainly deserves to be part of the conversation on how we tell timeless stories for modern audiences.

Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at The Paramount Theatre

Dear Readers, buckle up! Not because we’re about to go 88 mph but because I’m about to be a musical theater snob. The trend of turning popular (or even not so popular) movies into big splashy Broadway musicals is not a new one. And when it works such as with the likes of “Legally Blonde”, “Waitress”, or “Some Like It Hot”, it can be glorious. But for every one of those, you also get the likes of “Pretty Woman”, “Dirty Dancing”, or God forbid “Flashdance”. Shows that were better left on the silver screen. One such show is “Back to the Future: The Musical”, currently playing at the Paramount Theatre. And even if they could have gotten the car running (we’ll get to that in a minute) the show is still a travesty.

Photos: All New Photos From LES MISERABLES North American Tour

All new photos have been released for the North American tour of Les Miserables, from Cameron Mackintosh, by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg. Check out the photos here!

& JULIET National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago

& JULIET is an unserious jukebox musical that’s deeply serious about its commitment to fun.

Photos: Allison Russell Stars as 'Persephone' in HADESTOWN

Grammy Award winner Allison Russell is currently starring as ‘Persephone’ in Hadestown on Broadway. Get a first look at photos here! See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at STAGE THEATER AN DER ELBE

MJ- The Musical about the King of Pop and his unforgettable 1992 Dangerous Tour. (Not) Another Juke-Box Musical, some might say, but the 10-time Tony-nominated show went out to be a hit on Broadway and in the West End. Hamburg's long reign Disney's LION KING has gotten a new neighbor.

MJ - DAS MICHAEL JACKSON MUSICAL Opens In Hamburg Tonight

Check out a first-look image of MJ - DAS MICHAEL JACKSON MUSICAL star Benét Monteiro in the title role ahead of Sunday's opening night festivities here!

Photos: THE LION KING 2024 National Tour Cast First Look

Disney’s The Lion King North American tour released production photos of new principal cast members. See new production photos and learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: SHUCKED THE MUSICAL at Hobby Center For The Performing Arts

Shucked is a laugh-out-loud, toe-tapping triumph that plants itself firmly in your heart. This wildly original musical weaves together gut-busting humor, heartfelt storytelling, and unforgettable songs to create a truly one-of-a-kind theater experience. From the opening number to the final curtain, Shucked is a rollicking celebration of small-town charm and big-hearted dreams. The book, written with razor-sharp wit, delivers punchline after punchline while still packing an emotional punch. Each character feels vibrant and relatable, their quirks and struggles bringing the story of Cobb County to vivid life.

Tickets are Now on Sale for SOME LIKE IT HOT in San Diego

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in San Diego are now on sale. The show will run at the San Diego Civic Theatre beginning in January.

Review: LES MISÉRABLES U.S. NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis

The national tour of Les Misérables has arrived at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, and it’s nothing short of spectacular. This timeless story of hope, love, and redemption is brought to life with a phenomenal cast and incredible production elements.

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre

What did our critic think of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre?

Photos: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Launches New Version Under 3 Hours

Performances began a week ago today for the new Broadway company performing a brand-new version of the show with a running time now under three hours. Get a first look at photos here! 

Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER

Get a first look at Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: MOULIN ROUGE! Welcomes Arianna Rosario and More To Its National Tour

The new North American tour cast of Moulin Rouge! is carting its kickline across the nation! Get a first look at the newest crop of bohemians to hit the road in the iconic jukebox love story in new photos below!

Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at Hollywood Pantages

Is there some sort of formula for roping in both fans of a hit movie and stage hounds, to catch lightning in a new medium? Judging by what the musical's book writer Bob Gale, director John Rando and the musical team must have been thinking, the answer is you slavishly remake the movie on stage.

Photos: Madison Mosley and the Cast of the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE

All new production photos have been released from the North American Tour of Beetlejuice, featuring the cast's new Lydia, Madison Mosley.  Check out the photos here!

Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at The Princess Of Wales Theatre

One of the world's most beloved musicals returns to Toronto for a long term stay into the Spring of 2025. Disney's The Lion King, the stage spectacle directed by Julie Taymor is based on the 1994 animated classic with music and lyrics written by Elton John and Tim Rice. This production has captivated audiences young and old across the globe for over 20 years and now is the best opportunity to introduce a new generation to the King.

Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING in Toronto

The new Toronto production of Disney’s The Lion King began performances on Saturday, November 2 at Toronto’s Princess of Wales Theatre. Check out photos from the production below!