John Barrymore News

But I'd have to say, as far as the scores, I probably like ON A CLEAR DAY. I love the songs, from ON A CLEAR DAY, which was not anywhere near as big a hit as those other shows were.

One of the most difficult decisions an actor can face is the choice between financial gain and artistic integrity. When you add the paranormal haunting from a previous actor who played Hamlet, that choice becomes even harder. Ghostlight Theatre’s production of I HATE HAMLET is a quirky but insightful look into the challenges many actors face.

The Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center has revealed its 2025-2026 West Boca Theatre Company season, featuring a lineup of award-winning comedic and dramatic productions.

To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Christopher Plummer's expansive stage career, from Cyrano to King Lear, and more.

​​​​​​​The Saint Sebastian Players (SSP) have announced their 44th season, featuring three productions that each explore the supernatural in dramatically different ways.

Kanata Theatre premiered the final show of its 56th season, Paul Rudnick’s comedy, I Hate Hamlet to a full house

I HATE HAMLET by Paul Rudnick is cute, silly little nod to all you theater nerds. Rudnick wrote I HATE HAMLET in the early ‘90s, while living in the very same New York apartment which housed John Barrymore before he began performing his legendary Hamlet uptown. Rudnick believed the place provided a “strong inspiration” given its steep flights of stairs, walls of rough stucco, and a spooky, odd-shaped niche high in the wall, used for a candle (or a skull).

Richard Chamberlain, renowned for his roles in 'The Thorn Birds' and 'Shogun,' has died at 90. Chamberlain, celebrated for his versatility in film, theater, and television, passed away on March 29th, 2025, in Waimanalo, HI, following a stroke. His career spanned decades, earning him numerous accolades, including Golden Globes for his performances.

AN EVENING WITH STACY KEACH has been announced at Theatre 40 In April. Maxwell Caulfield will interviews Stacy Keach onstage at Theatre 40 on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 6 p.m..

Happy Valentine's Day, BroadwayWorld! It is February 14, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

The Players at Barker Playhouse welcome the winter season with an enjoyable production of Paul Rudnick's adorably corny, oft-produced comedy, “I Hate Hamlet,” the story of a season in the life of a young actor eager to please everyone, including his fans, his agent, his girlfriend, and above all, a ghost.

Maxwell Caulfield will interviews Stacy Keach in An Evening of Intimate Conversation with Stacy Keach, presented by Theatre 40 in February. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Southbank Theatre Company will continue its fourth season with an upcoming production of Paul Rudnick's comedy, I Hate Hamlet. The show will run from Thursday through Sunday, November 7-17, 2024.

What did our critic think of I HATE HAMLET at The Pocket Community Theatre?

Actors Theatre of Indiana has announced the return of their Lab Series as they present IT GIRL or: Evelyn and the Eternal Question on Saturday, March 16, at the Carmel Clay Public Library, 425 East Main Street.

Happy Valentine's Day, BroadwayWorld! It is February 14, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

I HATE HAMLET, a Hauntingly Hilarious Comedy, Coming Up at Pocket Sandwich Theatre. Don't miss this hilarious production from Feb 23-March 23.

BARRYMORE is an exquisitely written script that is exceptionally acted in this first-rate production at St. Louis Actor’s Studio. This fantastic production can be seen through December 10th at The Gaslight Theatre.

St. Louis Actors' Studio will present 'Barrymore' starring John Contini at The Gaslight Theater.

Drama Works Theatre Company presents biographical drama, Barrymore, depicting the scandalous life of legendary actor John Barrymore. Don't miss this captivating play running from October 20-29.