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Photos: Sting and The LAST SHIP Celebrate 10th Anniversary at 54 Below
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2024

Sting returned to 54 Below with members of the original Broadway cast and orchestra of his Tony-nominated musical The Last Ship to celebrate the show’s 10th anniversary! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

Spotlight: BEN BUTLER at Florida Repertory Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Nov 4, 2024

Did someone say Civil War comedy? Yes! Ben Butler, a battle of wit and wordplay by Richard Strand, will be staged by Florida Repertory Theatre in Fort Myers as part of its 27th season. The production is presented through November 10.

Sting's THE LAST SHIP Reunion at 54 Below Adds Livestream
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024

54 BELOW has added a livestream for the 10th anniversary reunion of the Tony Award nominated musical The Last Ship on November 4 at 7pm ET. Learn how to watch!

THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD Comes to Florida Rep Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024

Florida Repertory Theatre will present “The Murder of Roger Ackroyd,” Agatha Christie’s most beloved whodunit story, playing November 26 through December 15, 2024, in the Historic Arcade Theatre.

BEN BUTLER Opens at Florida Rep in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2024

Florida Repertory Theatre will present “Ben Butler,” a historical, witty comedy by Richard Strand, in the Historic Arcade Theatre from October 22 through November 10, 2024. 

Chenango River Theatre to Present PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2024

Chenango River Theatre will present Picasso at the Lapin Agile by Steve Martin. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Music Icon Sting To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of THE LAST SHIP At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024

Sting returns to 54 Below to celebrate the 10th anniversary of THE LAST SHIP, featuring performances and stories from the acclaimed musical.

Review: HOLMES AND WATSON at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre
by Herbert Paine - Mar 24, 2024

Under Lee Cooley's adroit direction, Jeffrey Hatcher's HOLMES AND WATSON is a fast paced and entertaining romp towards an entirely unanticipated climax.

Detroit Repertory Theatre to Present ANNABELLA IN JULY in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024

The Detroit Repertory Theatre will continue its 67th season with magical comedy Annabella in July by Richard Strand. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

FOREVER PLAID, FULLY COMMITTED & More Set for Florida Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024

Florida Repertory Theatre has unveiled its 27th Season in the Historic Arcade and ArtStage Studio Theatres which opens to previews on September 17. See which shows are a part of the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast Set For PLAYING SHAKESPEARE WITH DEUTSCHE BANK: ROMEO AND JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of this year’s Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank production, Romeo and Juliet.

Washington Stage Guild Presents Area Premiere of THE VICTORIAN LADIES' DETECTIVE COLLECTIVE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 6, 2024

The Washington Stage Guild enters the Winter of their 2023-2024 season with the DC-area premiere of Patricia Milton's The Victorian Ladies' Detective Collective. Get all the production details here!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Washington, DC Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Washington, DC Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Present ROCKET CITY This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 15, 2023

North Coast Repertory Theatre will present a staged reading of Rocket City by Mark Saltzman, directed by David Ellenstein, on October 23, 2023 at 7:30pm.

Laguna Playhouse Presents World Premiere Transfer Production Of THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR By Paul Slade Smith
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2023

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present the third show of its 2023-2024 season, a transfer of the world premiere production from North Coast Rep of the irresistible comedy, THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, written by Paul Slade Smith, adapted from Play at the Castle by Ferenc Molnár, and directed by Laguna Playhouse Artistic Director David Ellenstein. 

Antoinette Crowe-Legacy, Hadi Tabbal & More to Star in THE WINTER'S TALE at Folger Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2023

Tickets are now on sale for The Winter’s Tale at Folger Theatre! The Winter's Tale is Shakespeare romance that takes audiences on an exhilarating journey, weaving together a series of complex relationships.

WAIT UNTIL DARK Comes to Chenango River Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2023

Chenango River Theatre presents Jeffrey Hatcher's new adaptation of Frederick Knott's original thriller Wait Until Dark.

Charleston Gaillard Center Reveals Full Casting for World Premiere of FINDING FREEDOM: THE JOURNEY OF ROBERT SMALLS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2023

Charleston Gaillard Center has announced the full cast for the world premiere of Finding Freedom: The Journey of Robert Smalls, written by Teralyn Reiter and directed by JaMeeka Holloway.

Review: BEN BUTLER At Don Bluth Front Row Theatre
by Herbert Paine - May 22, 2023

Richard Strand's BEN BUTLER highlights a seminal moment in the march to emancipation. Now on stage at Don Bluth Front Row Theater in Scottsdale AZ through July 8th, the play, directed by Lee Cooley and featuring an outstanding cast, is a compelling profile of courage.

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