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Paramount Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD Series
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025

Paramount has revealed the lineup for their 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD series, including the Chicago premieres of Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen. Learn more here!

Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at The Forum Theatre
by Paula Makar - Dec 15, 2024

If you’re looking for something family friendly to get you in the holiday spirit, I advise a trip to the Forum Theatre to indulge in a visually fun and entertaining production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. The beloved musical has become a Christmas tradition in many communities across the United States. It’s based on the Paramount Pictures 1954 film of the same name, which starred Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen, and was Hollywood’s all-time highest-grossing musical.

Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paper Mill Playhouse-Ideal Holiday Cheer for All
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 4, 2024

'Tis the season for a fabulous holiday show and that means you must see Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of 'Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical.' 

Christmas Films Adapted For the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2024

Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!

Interview: Piper Sobon of WHITE CHRISTMAS AND FROZEN, JR at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Nov 15, 2024

Piper Sobon shares her experience acting in White Christmas and Disney's Frozen, Jr. at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Marriott Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Nov 8, 2024

Read our review of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Marriott Theatre.

Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS Comes to Lakewood Cultural Center in December
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” will be co-presented by Lakewood Cultural Center Presents and Performance Now Theatre Company on Thursdays through Sundays, December 6-22. The music and lyrics are by Irving Berlin, and the book is by David Ives and Paul Blake.

IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Comes to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024

For the first time in its history, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will bring IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS to its Main Stage.

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE, ANYTHING GOES and More Set for Shaw Festival in 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 24, 2024

Artistic Director Tim Carroll has revealed the Shaw Festival playbill for next season.

Video: First Look At WHITE CHRISTMAS At Maine Street Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jul 30, 2024

Get a first look at MSMT's enchanting summer production of Irving Berlin’s timeless classic, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Running from July 17 to August 3, this heartwarming musical promises to bring festive cheer to the Pickard Theatre with its captivating performances, dazzling choreography, and unforgettable melodies. 

Daisy Edgar-Jones Exits BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Film
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2024

According to a new interview, Daisy Edgar-Jones will no longer be playing Carole King in the upcoming film adaptation of Beautiful: The Carol King Musical. She was originally announced to play the role in December of 2022.

Spotlight: WHITE CHRISTMAS at MSMT
by BWW Special Offer - Jul 3, 2024

Celebrate Christmas in July with MSMT's White Christmas!

BWW Q&A: Charis Leos on Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at Maine State Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jul 2, 2024

We spoke to Charis Leos about appearing in Irving Berlin's White Christmas at Maine State Music Theatre!  Charis is a familiar face at MSMT, appearing in dozens of shows over the years,  beginning with Nunsense in 1997. Some favorite MSMT roles include Roz (9 to 5), Rose (Gypsy), Louise (Always, Patsy Cline), Paulette (Legally Blonde), Maggie (42nd Street), Madame Thenardier (Les Miserables), Chaperone (Drowsy Chaperone) and Dolly (Hello, Dolly!).

KEELY AND DU Comes to the Art of Acting Studio in Hollywood in July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2024

The Harold Clurman Laboratory Theater Company has announced a 30th anniversary production of Keely and Du by Jane Martin, directed by HCLAB associate artistic director Bryan Keith, at the Art of Acting Studio in Hollywood.

Beck Center For The Arts to Present BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2024

Experience the inspiring journey of Carole King in BEAUTIFUL, featuring her rise to stardom and the creation of timeless hits. Join us for a musical celebration of her life and legacy at Beck Center.

TAKE THE LEAD World Premiere & More Set for Paper Mill Playhouse 2024-25 Season
by Joshua Wright - Mar 25, 2024

Paper Mill Playhouse has unveiled its 2024–2025 season. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

CATS, SPRING AWAKENING & More Set for Algonquin Arts Theatre 2024-25 Broadway Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024

Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan, NJ has revealed the titles for their 2024-25 Broadway Series.

Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at The Musical Box Theatre
by Sandra Harberger - Dec 16, 2023

“White Christmas” was adapted to the stage in 2000 by David Ives and Paul Blake including music and lyrics by Irving Berlin. The Musical Box is performing this well-loved holiday musical at the Double Barrel Roadhouse December 15th to 16th under the direction of Shana McCoy.

Review: It's A Warm WHITE CHRISTMAS at Bellevue Little Theatre
by Christine Swerczek - Dec 16, 2023

What did our critic think of IT'S A WARM WHITE CHRISTMAS AT BELLEVUE LITTLE THEATRE at Bellevue Little Theatre?

The Top 10 Productions in St. Louis Theatre for 2023
by James Lindhorst - Dec 14, 2023

This past year was a spectacular season for theatre in St. Louis. Forbes magazine recognized St. Louis as having “America’s most exciting emerging arts district.” The article credits the The Kranzberg Foundation for buying and operating spaces where artists can create. Many of the smaller theatre companies in St. Louis rely on The Kranzberg Foundation venues for performance and rehearsal space. In addition to the smaller professional companies, the mid-size and larger companies including The Muny, STAGES St. Louis, and The Black Rep all presented stellar musicals and plays that were produced locally. Blue Strawberry and The St Louis Cabaret project advanced cabaret performing in St. Louis booking amazing shows with Tony nominated Broadway performers Adam Pascal, Beth Leavel, and Robin de Jesús.