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Review Roundup: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre. Learn more about the production and read the reviews!

Review: Jason Alexander Leads Outstanding FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Quintos - Nov 15, 2024

Led by a brilliant performance by Jason Alexander, this lively, emotionally-grounded, classic-leaning staging still somehow manages to feel fresh, reinvigorated, and much more searing than prior iterations.This latest SoCal-area revival of the landmark 1964 musical—here directed by Lonny Price—is, at its most impressive core, one of the most thoughtful, winningly-engaging stage musicals of the year thus far, and is a definite must-not-miss production.

Video: Watch Jason Alexander in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Preview
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2024

Watch a first look video of Jason Alexander in Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre! Joining Jason Alexander as “Tevye,” the cast also features: Valerie Perri as “Golde,” Rachel Ravel as “Tzeitel,” Alanna J. Smith as “Hodel,” and more.

Photos: Jason Alexander and More in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 9, 2024

La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of Fiddler on the Roof starring Tony Award-winner Jason Alexander as “Tevye” is now in performances. Check out photos here!

Chicago's Spun Out Releases New Album Dream Noise Via Shuga Records
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2024

Chicago psych-rock band SPUN OUT released their second LP, DREAM NOISE, on October 25th via Shuga Records, featuring the lead single and video 'Paranoia.' Discover their latest musical offering.

Video: Jason Alexander in Rehearsal for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024

Get a first look at Jason Alexander in rehearsal for Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre in the video here!

Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.

Review: HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME THE MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company
by Theresa Bertram - Sep 27, 2024

What did our critic think of HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME THE MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company?

Full Cast Set for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS has revealed the full cast for Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LOST EPISODES- GOLDEN IS THE NEW BLACK at O'Connell And Company
by Michael Rabice - Jul 2, 2024

O'Connell and Company is set to present the latest installment of THE GOLDEN GIRLS- THE LOST EPISODES 5- GOLDEN IS THE NEW BLACK. Billed as a hilarious, naughty drag parody of America's favorite sitcom, the script by David Cerda includes two new episodes.

O'Connell & Company Will Present THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LOST EPISODES #5 - GOLDEN IS THE NEW BLACK
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2024

O'Connell & Company will present Shady Pines 2 Production's The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes Vol. 5 – Golden is the New Black.

Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company
by Theresa Bertram - May 30, 2024

What did our critic think of NICKELODEON THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company?

Cast Set For CATS at Algonquin Arts Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024

Algonquin Arts Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its July musical, CATS! The show will run at Algonquin Arts Theatre from July 13 through July 28.

Photos: First Look at FOOTLOOSE at The Colony Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 3, 2024

Footloose is currently running at The Colony Theatre in Burbank, CA through March 17th. Check out photos from the production here!

Interview: Barry Pearl's FOOTLOOSE & Always Fancy-Free
by Gil Kaan - Feb 21, 2024

Panic! Productions & BarCinBoo Productions’ Footloose the Musical will open at the Colony Theatre March 2, 2024 (with previews beginning March 1st). Barry Pearl directs with co-director/choreographer Michelle Elkin. Barry managed to free up some time to give me some behind-the-scenes of Footloose.

Diablo Ballet Presents STARS & STRIPES JUBILEE March 22 And 23
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2024

Diablo Ballet presents STARS & STRIPES JUBILEE, a program in honor of their 30th Season featuring George Balanchine's patriotic ballet. Don't miss this exuberant performance on March 22 and 23 at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek.

Cast and Designers Set For FOOTLOOSE at The Colony Theatre In Burbank
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024

The Colony Theatre  will present the Panic! and BarCinBoo production of Footloose the Musical March 1–17.

Casting Set For DANNY RYAN'S WAKE By 29PWC
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023

29th Street Playwrights Collective New Works Series presents DANNY RYAN'S WAKE written by Michael Wells-Oakes and directed by Hannah Sgambellone in a staged reading at Bernie Wohl Theatre at Goddard Center, 647 Columbus Ave, on Thursday, November 16 at 7pm.

Review: THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LOST EPISODES VOLUME 4: THE HALLOWEEN EDITION at O'Connell And Company
by Michael Rabice - Oct 20, 2023

When you mix a gaggle of sassy drag queens with one of the most successful  sitcom female casts of the the last century, the alchemy that results seems like a no brainer.  And when Blanche, Dorothy, Sophia and Rose are those beloved ladies, audiences clamor for more  time with their favorite ladies. For your enjoyment, O' Connell and Company along with Todd Warfield present 'THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LOST EPISODES VOLUME 4: The Halloween Edition.'

The Orchard Project Reveals Artists and Companies For 2023 Lab Programs
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2023

The Orchard Project announced the artists and companies selected to participate in its 2023 Lab programs.