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Naperville's Summer Place Theatre Reveals NEWSIES Cast
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2023


Tickets are now on sale for 'NEWSIES' at Summer Place Theatre in Naperville. 'NEWSIES' opens July 21 and runs 3 weekends in Naperville Central High School's Auditorium. Season, VIP, and Individual tickets can be purchased now

ALOHA OY! THE CABARET to Return in June at Pangea
by Blair Ingenthron - May 28, 2023


Proud Image Theatre Company will present JEFFREY VAUSE in ALOHA OY! THE CABARET, back by popular demand after a sold-out debut in May 2022 - one final time, one night only! The performance will be held on Thursday, June 15th, 2023 at 7:00 PM at Pangea.

Trinity Rep Announces Lineup For 60th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2023


Trinity Repertory Company, Rhode Island’s Tony Award-winning theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Curt Columbus and Executive Director Kate Liberman, announces its milestone 60th Anniversary Season.

142 Throckmorton Theatre Presents A New Production of KINKY BOOTS THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2023


142 Throckmorton Theatre presents their new production of KINKY BOOTS THE MUSICAL, the uplifting, TRUE story about a struggling shoe factory that takes an unusual turn to rescue its bottom line. Along the way, the musical challenges audiences to 'Accept someone for who they are'.

NEWSIES Comes to Riverside Theaters This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2023


Newsies comes to Riverside Theaters this summer! Directed by Kelly Fouchi, performances run July 13 - 23, 2023.

Photos: Inside the 2023 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards
by Bruce Glikas - May 24, 2023


The awards were presented during a private ceremony on Tuesday, May 22. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out the photos here!

Photos: Behind the Scenes of Disney's NEWSIES in London
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023


All new behind the scenes photos have been released from Disney’s Newsies, playing at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre until 30 July 2023.

NEWSIES Comes to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023


 Inspiring everyone to fight for what's right and seize the day, Slow Burn Theatre Company’s 2022/2023 season in the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts culminates with the Tony Award-winning Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical from Saturday, June 10 through Sunday, June 25.

Highland Park Players Announces Cast And Production Team For KINKY BOOTS
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2023


The Highland Park Players theater company has announced the cast and production team for the upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical 'Kinky Boots.' This exhilarating show, filled with toe-tapping music and a heartwarming story, will captivate audiences at the brand new McGrath Family Performing Arts Center, 1100 Laramie Ave, Wilmette, IL. Performances are August 18, 19, 25, 26 at 7:30 pm and August 20, 26, 27 at 2:00 pm.

Listen: Matthew Scott's THE JESUS YEAR: A LETTER FROM MY DAD Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2023


PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, has announced the release of the debut album from actor-singer Matthew Scott, who has been lighting up the Broadway stage since making his debut in Jersey Boys. 

MADAM LUCY, DECEASED A New Musical To Be Presented On The William & Mary Campus, June 11
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2023


MADam LUCY, deceased, a new musical about the life (and afterlife) of Lucy Ludwell Paradise (1752-1814), with book & lyrics by two-time Emmy Award-winning songwriter William Schermerhorn and music by composer and recording artist Elise Morris, will have its first staged workshop in Williamsburg, Virginia, in the historic Great Hall of the Sir Christopher Wren Building on the campus of William & Mary.

American Folk Art Museum To Present Benefit Concert This Thursday, Hosted By Harvey Fierstein
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2023


The American Folk Art Museum has announced that it will host a benefit concert at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Adler Hall at The New York Society for Ethical Culture (2 West 64 Street, New York, New York). 

Sara Porkalob's DRAGON LADY & More Set for Marin Theatre Company 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2023


Marin Theatre Company has announced the four productions that will make up the company’s 2023/24 season. Learn how to purchase tickets!

KINKY BOOTS, FALSETTOS & More Among BroadwayHD's Pride Month Selections
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023


BroadwayHD is delivering a variety of titles this June for viewers to stream featuring themes of acceptance, individuality, family dynamics, censorship, freedom of expression, and LGBTQ+ issues

Harvey Fierstein, Audra McDonald, and Laurie Metcalf Will Present New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023


The New York Drama Critics' Circle has announced that Carolee Carmello, Harvey Fierstein, Audra McDonald, Laurie Metcalf, and Brandon Uranowitz will be the presenters of its 2023 awards.

KINKY BOOTS Opens In Santa Fe By Tri-M Productions This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2023


Tri-M Productions will present the Tony-winning Best Musical, Kinky Books, during Pride Week 2023. 

1812 Productions 2023/24 Season To Include Bruce Graham World Premiere, Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG, And More
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2023


1812 Productions will celebrate a major milestone with their 2023/24 season: Philadelphia's all-comedy theater company will present their 100th production in November 2023 with the return of their wildly popular This is the Week That Is. In addition to an all-new version of the political satire, the company will present a world premiere comedy and the Philadelphia professional premiere of a classic Harvey Fierstein play.

Lea Michele Out of FUNNY GIRL This Week After Testing Positive for Covid
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2023


Lea Michele has tested positive for Covid, and will be out of Funny Girl this week.

2023 Second Stage Theater Uptown Series to Present TOROS By Danny Tejera This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023


Second Stage Theater will present TOROS, written by Danny Tejera and directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch, this summer at Second Stage Theater Uptown.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for ROBIN HOOD THE LEGEND. RE-WRITTEN. at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023


Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has announced full cast and creative team for their forthcoming production of Robin Hood: The Legend. Re-written. 

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