5th Avenue Theatre

The 5th Avenue Theatre To Cut Staff Positions Amid $7.5 Million Deficit
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2026

The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced plans to eliminate approximately 14 staff positions and pause some education programming as the organization addresses a significant budget deficit.

WALDEN Comes to ArtsWest in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

ArtsWest will present WALDEN by Amy Berryman directed by Producing Artistic Director Mathew Wright. WALDEN performs at ArtsWest from April 9 – May 3, 2026. Learn more here!

Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre Reveals 2026/27 Season - A CHORUS LINE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

The 5th Avenue Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring a collection of five shows, two self-produced, two national tours, and one still to be announced that will combine for a captivating year of theater.

The Carbonell Awards to Host 49th Annual Ceremony at FAU’s University Theatre on November 16, 2026
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 19, 2026

Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theatre & Arts Honors, announced that the 49th annual awards ceremony will be held on Monday, November 16 at 7:30 pm, at the University Theatre on the Boca Raton Campus of Florida Atlantic University.

Antonio Cipriano Will Lead London Premiere of Joey Contreras' New Musical IN PIECES
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Joey Contreras' new musical In Pieces, will make its London premiere this spring, with an exclusive one night only concert at The Other Palace on Monday 30 March.

SUFFS Filmed Recording Sets Spring Premiere on PBS Great Performances
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2026

This Spring, Great Performances will air the filmed recording of Suffs, the Broadway musical from Tony Award winner Shaina Taub. The recording was captured during the show's original Broadway run.

The String Cheese Incident Sets 33-Date 'Just Keep Spinning Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026

The String Cheese Incident has announced their Just Keep Spinning Tour, a 33-date cross-country tour that kicks off on May 28 in San Antonio, TX. General ticket on-sale will take place Friday, February 13 at 10:00AM local.

SIGNS OF LIFE Will Host One-Night-Only Concert Event This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

SIGNS OF LIFE will present a special one-night-only concert event, offering a unique musical experience. Scheduled for February 23, the event promises an evening of compelling performances.

Molly Sides and Cameron Lavi-Jones Join JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at 5th Avenue Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's ultimate rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, has found its Judas and Mary Magdalene at The 5th Avenue Theatre Company.

FLEX to Make West Coast Premiere at San Francisco Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

San Francisco Playhouse will present the West Coast Premiere of Candrice Jones' Flex, directed by Bay Area theatre titan and Lorraine Hansberry Theatre artistic director Margo Hall.

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.

SPAMALOT Comes to The 5th Avenue Theatre This February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

The 5th Avenue Theatre Company has announced Monty Python's SPAMALOT, the outrageously hilarious, Tony Award-winning musical comedy that lovingly celebrates the film Monty Python and the Holy Grail.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards; THE HITCHCOCK HOTEL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards; Can Can Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review Roundup: SPAMALOT Embarks on North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2025

The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python’s SPAMALOT is now on its North American Tour. Read the reviews and learn more about the show here!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards; REEFER MADNESS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Video: 'World's Greatest Dad' and 'Never Fall In Love' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2025

Watch new video featuring Eric Ankrim and Tori Gresham performing 'World's Greatest Dad' and 'Never Fall In Love' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre. Playing November 28 - December 28, 2025.

Review: ELF at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Shelley Dean - Dec 12, 2025

The movie Elf is one of those films that sticks with you throughout your life; you remember the spaghetti, the syrup, and the unrivaled holiday cheer from the unique story. It’s only natural that a story full of this much nostalgia takes on a new life that honors its legacy. Enter Elf: The Musical. All of the magic of the original movie is packed into a stage show with dancing Santas, larger-than-life Christmas trees, and onstage skating that makes you want to join the fun. Seattle has been gifted its very own production this holiday season at the 5th Avenue Theatre. Elf: The Musical, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones, is now running downtown. 

Video: 'Happy Holiday!' from WHITE CHRISTMAS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2025

Get a first look at Ogunquit Playhouse's production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Directed by Mary Giattino, recreating original choreography by Tony Award Nominee Randy Skinner. Performances run through December 21, 2025 at The Music Hall.

Video: 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2025

Eric Ankrim and Company perform 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre. CHeck out the video from the holiday musical now!