Stage Presence

Review: WE WILL ROCK YOU at Stage Palladium Theater, Stuttgart
by André Böke - May 17, 2026

​​​​​​​The current incarnation of the beloved rock musical “We Will Rock You” in Stuttgart arrives on stage draped in an entirely new visual guise. The book, too, feels fresher, more coherent and more comprehensible than before. At the heart of it all, naturally, are the immortal songs of Queen — the audience is truly having a ball in this show!

Review: Ella Mae Dixon Swings Through Broadway at 54 Below
by Andrew Poretz - May 16, 2026

Ella Mae Dixon brought jazz swagger and Broadway heart to 54 Below with SWINGIN’ SHOWTUNES on 5/10! Blending powerhouse vocals, vulnerable storytelling and inventive arrangements, Dixon turned classic musical theater into vibrant late-night jazz.

Review: STAGE 13 PRE-PROFESSIONAL SHOWCASE 2026 at Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - May 16, 2026

What did our critic think of STAGE 13 PRE-PROFESSIONAL SHOWCASE 2026 at Arkansas Repertory Theatre?

Review: DEAR ALIEN at Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - May 16, 2026

This is Sartre for the America of today, and the Alley Theatre kicks it off in grand style in its Neuhaus auditorium below their mainstage.

Spotlight: MARIE AND ROSETTA at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - May 15, 2026

Asolo Rep's Marie and Rosetta Now On Stage

Additional Set Cast for CINDERELLA Panto at Orchard Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

The Orchard Theatre in Dartford announced additional casting for its upcoming pantomime CINDERELLA, with Keith Jack as Prince Charming, Ben Goffe as Buttons, and Joe Pasquale as Baron Hardup.

FOREVER K-POP: A CELEBRATION CONCERT Australian Tour Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026

TEG Dainty announced an Australian tour for FOREVER K-POP: A CELEBRATION CONCERT, hitting Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane following a successful debut run in the US and Canada.

Review: RUDOLF - DER LETZTE KUSS at Festspielhaus Neuschwanstein
by André Böke - May 14, 2026

With “Rudolf – The Last Kiss,” the Festspielhaus Neuschwanstein, in collaboration with Vereinigte Bühnen Wien, has achieved a masterstroke: the beloved musical, long absent from German-speaking stages, has been so thoroughly overhauled that it emerges stronger than ever before.

JoAnna Ford Will Lead HEART WIDE OPEN at WBTT
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present classically trained soprano JoAnna Ford in a solo showcase blending jazz, soul, and storytelling about her return to the stage after a seven-year battle with sarcoidosis.

Matteo Bocelli, Jacob Collier and More Set for The Ford 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026

xThe LA Phil has unveiled the 2026 season at The Ford, its hillside open-air venue, running from May 8 to October 31. The 2026 season brings together a multidisciplinary mix of music, dance, film, theater, comedy and spoken word.

Review: 54 SINGS HARRY STYLES Turns 54 Below into a Harry's House
by Alex Del Cueto - May 12, 2026

A talented ensemble took on Harry Styles’ music in 54 SINGS HARRY STYLES, blending emotional ballads and high-energy numbers into a dynamic cabaret night

Yachtley Crew to Perform at Patchogue Theatre on Long Island in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026

Yachtley Crew, the seven-piece Yacht Rock band signed to Jimmy Buffett's Mailboat label, will perform at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Long Island.

Review: ALL SHOOK UP at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - May 12, 2026

What did our critic think of ALL SHOOK UP at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?

Magician John Westford Will Present One-Night-Only Show at Raue Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026

Illusionist and actor John Westford will perform a one-night-only show at Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake, IL, featuring crowd interaction and improvised illusions.

Eva Noblezada To Perform At Marcus Performing Arts Center’s 21st Annual Broadway BASH Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026

Two-time Tony-nominated, GRAMMY-winning performer Eva Noblezada will headline the Marcus Performing Arts Center's 21st Annual Broadway BASH in Milwaukee, with proceeds supporting MPAC's education and community engagement programs.

Review: DAVID MARINO LIVE AT THE ORINDA at Orinda Theatre
by Steve Murray - May 11, 2026

What did our critic think of DAVID MARINO LIVE AT THE ORINDA at Orinda Theatre?

Review: SISTER ACT - National Tour, Germany
by André Böke - May 10, 2026

“Sister Act” owes its status as a global phenomenon to the iconic Whoopi Goldberg film, but Alan Menken’s stage version of the beloved Hollywood comedy has long since conquered stages all over the world. In its acclaimed West End incarnation, the musical has already been touring German-speaking venues for a third year, presented by production company Showslot, continuing to fill auditoriums all over the country. Both the linguistic adaptation and the technical realization for touring operations across Germany are flawless. The show is nothing short of a gospel of good fun – hallelujah!

Review: Charlie Puth’s WHATEVER’S CLEVER! TOUR Lets the Music Take the Lead in Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - May 10, 2026

One thing about a Charlie Puth concert is that the music is almost guaranteed to sound great. The real question is whether the live performance can live up to the level of precision people have come to expect from him. At Vancouver’s Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre on May 5, Puth answered that question quickly. From the opening moments of the sold-out night, the WHATEVER’S CLEVER! WORLD TOUR felt built around the strengths that have defined his career for over a decade: polished production, strong live vocals, and an understanding of music that goes deeper than catchy hooks alone. 

Review: SABRINA FAIR at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - May 10, 2026

If you enjoy a period piece with fast-paced dialogue and larger than life characters, Sabrina Fair is the show for you. The team at Oyster Mill has created a delightful and charming production of this classic play.

Review: PLAY ON! at Twin Lakes Playhouse in Mountain Home
by Theresa Bertram - May 8, 2026

Twin Lakes Playhouse in Mountain Home delivered a laugh-out-loud hit with Play On! by Rick Abbot, and honestly, the longer the show went on, the harder the audience laughed. Running April 17 through May 3, this delightful backstage comedy proved that chaos can be absolutely magical when it is placed in the hands of a committed cast and creative team willing to fully embrace the madness.