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Interview: Chatting with The Muny's Casting Director Michael Baxter
by James Lindhorst - May 28, 2026

Michael Baxter’s work will shine on The Muny stage during all 50 performances this summer. He led the efforts and had a hand in hiring every one of the 194 actors who will fill the principal and ensemble roles.

Video: CRAZYSEXYCOOL – THE TLC MUSICAL Cast Begins Rehearsals at Arena Stage
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

Arena Stage Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif recently welcomed the company of the world premiere of CRAZYSEXYCOOL – THE TLC MUSICAL to DC for the start of the show's journey. Check out footage from the rehearsal room in the video here!

Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, and More Will Lead AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T. Lane, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, and Daniel Yearwood.

Full Cast Announced for Premiere of TLC Musical CRAZYSEXYCOOL
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announced the full cast and creative team for CrazySexyCool – The TLC Musical.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC to Return to Philadelphia's Academy of Music in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026

Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present The Sound of Music at the Academy of Music, celebrating the 65th anniversary of the original stage debut.

John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.

Tickets to THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour in Cleveland on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

Tickets are on sale today for THE SOUND OF MUSIC, coming to the Playhouse Square. The North American tour honors the 65th anniversary of the musical’s original stage debut.  

Beth Leavel, Jane Bruce and More to Star in ALICE IN NEVERLAND Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2025

The new musical Alice in Neverland will host invite-only industry presentations at New 42 Studios in November. Learn more about the new Alice in Wonderland musical here!

Tickets to THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Orpheum to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025

Tickets are on sale Friday for THE SOUND OF MUSIC, coming to the Orpheum Theatre. Learn more about the national tour and see how to purchase tickets here!

DEATH BECOMES HER, SUNSET BOULEVARD and More Nominated for 41st Annual Artios Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Casting Society (CSA) has revealed the television, theater, commercials, short film and short form series nominees for the 41st Artios Awards. See the full list here!

Tickets on Sale For THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Proctors
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025

Tickets are on sale for THE SOUND OF MUSIC, coming to Proctors next year. This critically acclaimed North American tour honors the 65th anniversary of the musical’s original stage debut.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Comes to Bass Concert Hall Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025

Produced by Concord Theatricals and NETworks Presentations, this critically acclaimed North American tour honors the 65th anniversary of the musical’s original stage debut.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour Complete Casting Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025

The complete cast has been announced for the new national tour of The Sound of Music, launching September 5–6, 2025, in Utica, NY, and starring Cayleigh Capaldi, Kevin Earley, and Christiane Noll under the direction of Jack O’Brien.

Video: Watch Highlights form LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at The Muny
by Emmy Rice - Aug 10, 2025

The trailer for La Cage aux Folles at The Muny is here! The production opened on August 8 and will run through August 14. See the video below! 

Photos: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at The Muny
by Emmy Rice - Aug 10, 2025

La Cage aux Folles has opened at the Muny! The show will run through August 14. See the production photos here! 

Video: Inside Rehearsal For LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at The Muny
by Michael Major - Aug 5, 2025

Step inside rehearsals for La Cage aux Folles — coming soon to The Muny! Opening on Friday, watch a video from Monday’s designer run, featuring Norm Lewis (Georges), Michael James Scott (Albin), and more.

Video: Michael James Scott Sings 'A Little More Mascara' from LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Aug 2, 2025

Step inside the rehearsal hall as Broadway star Michael James Scott brings Albin to life with “A Little More Mascara” from La Cage aux Folles! Watch as the glamour, comedy, and heart of this iconic number come together before it hits The Muny stage.

Review: The Muny's Emotionally Charged DEAR EVAN HANSEN Packs an Emotional Wallop
by James Lindhorst - Jul 30, 2025

The Muny production of Dear Evan Hansen is a departure from the huge overblown musical extravaganzas that normally populate The Muny stage. It's a much smaller show but it is profoundly emotional. It creates intimacy that was once thought impossible in this large venue and opens other opportunities for the stories that the Muny can tell.  Like his emotionally charged direction of Fiddler on the Roof last season, Rob Ruggerio’s Muny version of Dear Evan Hansen packs an emotional wallop. Michael Fabisch, Jackie Burns, Maggie Lakis, Rob McClure, Afra Sophia Tully, and the rest of this cast grabs the audience, holds them close, and leaves them with a deeply touching and poignantly warm theatrical experience. 

Video: Watch a Preview of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at The Muny
by Michael Major - Jul 29, 2025

The Muny has released the official trailer video for its new production of Dear Evan Hansen. Michael Fabisch leads the cast in the title role, with Jackie Burns as Heidi Hansen.

Full Cast Set For LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at the Muny, Starring Norm Lewis and Michael James Scott
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2025

The Muny has announced the full cast for La Cage aux Folles, which returns this summer after nearly four decades to the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. Learn more here!