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Review: USHERS, The Other Palace Photo Review: USHERS, The Other Palace
by Aliya Al-Hassan - April 18, 2024

Last seen in London nearly a decade ago, Ushers, the show putting the front of house staff upon the stage is back. A musical with its tongue set firmly in its cheek, this is a fun and frothy production with some very strong and vibrant performances....
Industry Pro Newsletter: Concord Theatricals' Catalog Now On Stage Mag Photo Industry Pro Newsletter: Concord Theatricals' Catalog Now On Stage Mag
by Alex Freeman - April 15, 2024

As news of additional cuts comes from more councils in the UK, in the US, a new piece of legislation looks to support the still struggling live entertainment industry as it emerges into the new normal. As evidence of the need for such action, we’ve got stories about layoffs at a New Jersey NPR stati...
College Student Rush Will Be Offered for COMPANY at the Providence Performing Arts Ce Photo College Student Rush Will Be Offered for COMPANY at the Providence Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - April 11, 2024

The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that an advanced college student rush will be available for the hilarious Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY. PPAC is offering this special advance pricing treat in celebration of Bobbie’s 35th birthday!...
Review: FREUD ON COCAINE at Whitefire Theatre Photo Review: FREUD ON COCAINE at Whitefire Theatre
by Amanda Callas - April 02, 2024

In its second hit run at the Whitefire Theatre with many sold out shows, this historical comedy-drama is unbelievable but true, laugh-out loud hilarious, and brilliantly thought-provoking....
Dallas Theater Center Announces WAITRESS And More For 2024-2025 Season Photo Dallas Theater Center Announces WAITRESS And More For 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 05, 2024

Dallas Theater Center has announced titles for the 2024-2025 season, including Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, a fang-tastic comedy full of clever wordplay and quick-change antics; Shane, the Wild West story of heroism and family; Primary Trust, a story of friendship, healing and small chances; Waitre...
WAITRESS, JERSEY BOYS, and More Set For Duluth Playhouse's 2024-2025 Season Photo WAITRESS, JERSEY BOYS, and More Set For Duluth Playhouse's 2024-2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024

Duluth Playhouse has announced the plays and musicals slated for its 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!...
FUNNY GIRL & More Lead Los Angeles's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows Photo FUNNY GIRL & More Lead Los Angeles's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - April 01, 2024

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Funny Girl and more!...
Jim Jeffries Will Embark on Australian Tour This August Photo Jim Jeffries Will Embark on Australian Tour This August
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024

Rock star comedian, TV show host, podcaster and writer Jim Jefferies will bring his Give ‘Em What They Want Tour to Australia this August....
2024 Fertile Ground Festival Starts Today! Photo 2024 Fertile Ground Festival Starts Today!
by Krista Garver - April 12, 2024

Get ready for 11 days of theatrical discovery!...
Student Blog: My Most Frequently Used Apps (Tools That Guide Me Through School) Photo Student Blog: My Most Frequently Used Apps (Tools That Guide Me Through School)
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - April 01, 2024

For all your time management and organizational needs, I've made a list of 10 apps on my phone that have helped me to coordinate my plans and handle my course load, responsibilities, to-do lists, etc. during my first year of college. Without the following apps, which I've used more in my fall and sp...
FERTILE GROUND ROUNDUP #1 Photo FERTILE GROUND ROUNDUP #1
by Krista Garver - April 17, 2024

We are halfway through Portland’s 2024 Fertile Ground Festival of New Works, and every show I’ve seen so far has reminded me why this is my favorite 11 days of the year....
World Premiere & More Set for Actors Theatre of Louisville 2024-25 Season Photo World Premiere & More Set for Actors Theatre of Louisville 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 03, 2024

Actors Theatre of Louisville has revealed its 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets....
Review: A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Children's Theatre Company Photo Review: A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - April 28, 2024

What did our critic think of A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Children's Theatre Company?...
Interview: Francis Jue of TIGER STYLE! at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Hits His Stride Photo Interview: Francis Jue of TIGER STYLE! at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Hits His Stride by Being True to Himself
by Jim Munson - April 02, 2024

BroadwayWorld talks to Obie Award-winning actor Francis Jue about returning to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley, where he has appeared so often in the last 35 years, in Mike Lew's trenchant comedy, 'Tiger Style!'...
Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway Photo Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name is now open at the James Earl Jones! Theatre. Read the reviews as the critics react!...
Audra McDonald to Return To Provincetown With Seth Rudetsky in May Photo Audra McDonald to Return To Provincetown With Seth Rudetsky in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 10, 2024

Six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Provincetown with SiriusXM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host, this Memorial Day Weekend. Learn how to purchase tickets!...
Review Roundup: THE GREAT GATSBY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva No Photo Review Roundup: THE GREAT GATSBY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada!
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024

Welcome to the Jazz Age! The new musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby opens on Broadway tonight, starring Jeremy Jordan  and Eva Noblezada! Read the reviews!...
Jim Jeffries Will Embark on Australian Tour This August Photo Jim Jeffries Will Embark on Australian Tour This August
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2024

Rock star comedian, TV show host, podcaster and writer Jim Jefferies will bring his Give ‘Em What They Want Tour to Australia this August....
Matt Hale Returns to Edinburgh Festival Fringe With TOP FUN! 80s Spectacular Remix Photo Matt Hale Returns to Edinburgh Festival Fringe With TOP FUN! 80s Spectacular Remix
by Stephi Wild - April 24, 2024

Comedy hypnotist Matt Hale is returning from Oz to Edinburgh with the TOP FUN! 80s Spectacular Remix....
Meet the Cast of UNCLE VANYA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of UNCLE VANYA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2024

Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater. This version of the play features a new translation by Heidi Schreck and is directed by Lila Neugebauer.  Meet the cast of Uncle Vanya here!...
COMPANY is Coming to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre This Summer Photo COMPANY is Coming to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 18, 2024

The Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!...
THE WINTER'S TALE & A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to Kick Off Theatricum's Outdoor Summer Photo THE WINTER'S TALE & A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to Kick Off Theatricum's Outdoor Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will open its 2024 summer repertory season with two productions by the Bard. Learn how to purchase tickets....
Student Blog: Hustling for the Spring Photo Student Blog: Hustling for the Spring
by Student Blogger: Natalie Liew - April 01, 2024

Assessment season is upon us. Now that we have reached the time of our spring break, which is three weeks long (!), we don’t have as much time left as we think....
Bartlett Sher, Bob Martin, Adam Guettel & More Set for Alliance Theatre's 24/25 Seaso Photo Bartlett Sher, Bob Martin, Adam Guettel & More Set for Alliance Theatre's 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024

Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre has revealed the productions for the 56th season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets....
9 TO 5 Reimagining Coming from Jennifer Aniston and 20th Century Studios Photo 9 TO 5 Reimagining Coming from Jennifer Aniston and 20th Century Studios
by Josh Sharpe - April 25, 2024

According to reports, Jennifer Aniston will be producing a reimagining of Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 for 20th Century Studios. Aniston will be producing through her production company Echo Films, alongside co-founder Kristin Hahn. The script for the reimagining is being written by Diablo Cody, who previo...




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