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Feature: BRITISH INVASION 2024 at Central Standard Theatre
by Alan Portner - Dec 4, 2023


Since 2010 Central Standard Theatre has been producing thought inducing, innovative theatre.  Based in Kansas City, CST offers an international angle to the local theatre scene.  With productions touring Britain, Ireland, Canada and Australia, CST offers the world a unique view of who we are in the Heartland by showcasing our culture at theatre festivals around the world. CST also brings the world to Kansas City.  Annually, The Invasion features the best solo work from International theatre artists.

HOOK Expanded Movie Soundtrack Will Feature Songs From When the Film Was a Musical
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2023


The new expanded edition of the soundtrack to the film HOOK, will feature songs from when a musical version of the film was in the works. In a 2021 interview, Steven Spielberg revealed that the movie was originally meant to be a musical, but he changed his mind. Now you can hear some of the original songs meant for that musical version, when this new soundtrack is released on December 1.

Photos: First Look at Mischief's PETER PAN GOES WRONG at the Lyric Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2023


Peter Pan Goes Wrong runs at the Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue until Sunday 14 January 2024 before continuing to tour the UK. Check out all new photos here!

Tony Yazbeck Joins AMERICAN SPORTS STORY With Lindsay Mendez & Josh Andrés Rivera
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023


Tony Yazbeck has joined Ryan Murphy’s latest FX anthology American Sports Story. Yazbeck will play a key recurring role opposite the previously reported Tony winner Lindsay Mendez, West Side story and Hamilton alum Josh Andrés Rivera, and Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Rock Musical SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE POISON WOOD Premieres at the Watermill Theatre in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023


The team at Newbury's The Watermill Theatre have announced that the first show of 2024 will be the world premiere the new rock musical Sherlock Holmes and the Poison Wood, co-produced with Metta Theatre, playing 2 February to 16 March.

Rec Room Arts to Present New Adaptation of PETER PAN for the Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023


Experience the magic and adventure of Peter Pan in Rec Room Arts' new adaptation of J.M. Barrie's classic tale. Directed by Matt Hune, this enchanting production takes place in a cramped family attic and explores the themes of growing up, grief, and make-believe.

Photos: Inside Flying Rehearsal For PETER PAN GOES WRONG in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2023


Mischief's Peter Pan Goes Wrong sails into the West End for 7½ weeks only at the Lyric Theatre this Christmas (Thursday 23 November 2023 – Sunday 14 January 2024, with a Gala Performance on Tuesday 28 November) before continuing to tour the UK. Check out all new photos from flying rehearsal here!

Stratford Festival Unveils 2024 Casts and Creative Teams
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2023


Get all the latest updates on the highly anticipated 2024 season at the Stratford Festival. Find out which talented actors have been cast in which productions, and get ready to experience the magic of live theater at one of the world's most renowned festivals.

Photos: First Look at PETER PAN Panto at the Joburg Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2023


All new photos have been released from this year’s Janice Honeyman Pantomime, Peter Pan at Joburg Theatre. Performances run from the 3rd of November to the 24th of December 2023. Check out the photos here!

Young Footliters Perform PETER PAN JR This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2023


Young Footliters presents PETER PAN JR, a thrilling musical adventure, from October 27–29. Join Peter Pan and his friends as they take you on a journey to Neverland. Don't miss this magical production!

Cast Set For PETER PAN at the Rose Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2023


Rose Theatre has announced casting for J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, in a new version by Evan Placey, with music and lyrics by Vikki Stone and directed by Lucy Morell. 

AGING IS NOT A FAIRY TALE Comes to Theatre For the New City Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023


What happens to fairy tale characters as they get older? That's the question answered by a new comedy, 'Aging is not a Fairy Tale' by Patricia Goodson.

Tony Yazbeck Will Direct Reading of STAGE FRIGHT Starring Debra Messing, Betsy Wolfe, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023


 Tony Yazbeck will direct the industry presentation of Stage Fright, a new comedy by Jed Seidel on October 6, 2023. Learn more about the reading here!

The Old Rep Theatre Reveals Cast And Creative Team For PETER PAN THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023


The Old Rep Theatre have announced the professional cast and creative team behind this year's Christmas adventure Peter Pan the Musical. Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!

PETER PAN, JR. Comes to Coralville Center For the Arts in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2023


Peter Pan, Jr. comes to Coralville Center For the Arts in October. Performances run October 27-29. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

West End Cast Set For PETER PAN GOES WRONG
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2023


Mischief has announced the West End cast of Peter Pan Goes Wrong which sails into the West End for 7 and a half weeks only at the Lyric Theatre this Christmas. Find out who is starring in the show ehre!

Kyle Selig, Grace McLean & More to Lead ALICE IN NEVERLAND Developmental Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2023


A sequel to one of the most beloved stories of all time, Lewis Carrol’s “Alice in Wonderland,” and a prequel to J.M. Barrie’s “Peter Pan,” the new musical Alice in Neverland is set for a September 28th developmental reading.

Dingbat Theatre Project Presents New Adaptation Of J.M. Barrie's PETER PAN
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2023


Dingbat Theatre Project presents a new adaptation of J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan. Join Wendy and Peter on their adventures in Neverland. Tickets available now!

Photos: See Daniel Dae Kim & More on the Red Carpet for PETER PAN GOES WRONG in Los Angeles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2023


See photos from the Red Carpet of Daniel Dae Kim joining the company of Peter Pan Goes Wrong in at the Ahmanson Theatre.

The Music Center Announces Full Fall Season with Dance, and Music, Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023


On the heels of a sizzling summer, The Music Center and its TMC Arts programming division, its resident company campus partners (Center Theatre Group, LA Opera, LA Phil and the Los Angeles Master Chorale) and Gloria Molina Grand Park are ready to embrace the fall season with an abundance of exciting and unique experiences for all Angelenos and visitors.

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