Pee-Wee Herman News

Today's Theater Stories features the Stephen Sondheim Theatre! Learn about the theatre's longest-running show, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, the show currently inhabiting the theatre, Mrs. Doubtfire, and more!

Watch as he chats with Broadway director extraordinaire Alex Timbers, who is currently nominated for a Tony Award for his incredible work on Moulin Rouge! The Musical.

The Groundlings Theatre Main Company member Edi Patterson will premiere her one-nighter ONE! March 2, 2021. Directed by Groundlings alumni/teacher Deanna Oliver, Edi will improv and riff completely on audience suggested topics.

Theater Resources Unlimited has announced a second term of the Producer Development & Mentorship Program. Previously a once-a-year opportunity for aspiring producers to hone their skills, TRU has compressed the 9-10 class course, reformatted it to be virtual during COVD, as is now open for submissions for a Spring session due to popular demand.

Theater Resources Unlimited has announced a second term of the Producer Development & Mentorship Program. Previously a once-a-year opportunity for aspiring producers to hone their skills, TRU has compressed the 9-10 class course, reformatted it to be virtual during COVD, as is now open for submissions for a Spring session due to popular demand.

The Los Angeles LGBT Center's Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center and Dennis Hensley have announced casting for The MisMatch Game: Zoom for the Holidays Edition on Saturdays, December 5, 12, and 19, at 8pm.

The show was based on Paul Reubens' 1981 cult classic stage production, The Pee-Wee Herman Show, with elements added from his children's show 'Pee-Wee's Playhouse'.  

A set of short musical promos are being released of the new holiday musical; A Gander Family Christmas, from the hilarious off-kilter minds of Ryan Duncan and Tad Wilson, with book and original lyrics by Ryan Duncan and original music and arrangements by Jeffrey Lodin (Disney's 'Doug Live!', Popcorn Falls, A Letter to Harvey Milk).

HBO Max launched in May of 2020 and we've got a complete guide to all of the musicals, plays and theatre available on the newest streaming service.

On Monday, May 18 at 7 PM ET, Set Designer David Korins will  chat with BroadwayCon about his iconic sets for Hamilton, Beetlejuice, Dear Evan Hansen, and more!

Following the huge fan response after streaming a?oeNight 2a?? in April, The Groundlings Theatre is thrilled to offer fans the opportunity to watch performances from The Groundlings 45th Anniversary Show: Night 1, celebrating alumni from 1974-1999.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Tim Walz has declared a state of emergency in Minnesota and has issued an Executive Order to temporarily close bars, restaurants and other public accommodations including theaters and indoor performance venues effective immediately.

BroadwayWorld recently reported that playwright Mart Crowley, best known for writing the play The Boys in the Band, passed away. 

Come From Away's Caesar Samayoa took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story this past Saturday, February 22nd. Missed all the fun? No worries! Watch the story highlights to get a peek inside the show's two-show day at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre!

Get ready to head to the rock because Come From Away's Caesar Samayoa is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story this Saturday, February 22nd! Be sure to tune in throughout the day to get a peek inside the show's two-show day at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre! Are you a fellow islander?

The Coral Springs Center for the Arts continues to rock through March with six memorable concerts and shows, featuring singing legends and comedic giants. The state-of the-art performing arts center is located at 2855 Coral Springs Drive. Tickets for all concerts and shows are now available for purchase by calling the Box Office at 954-344-5990 or by going online to www.TheCenterCS.com.

The Madison Square Garden Company and Live Nation Entertainment announced that due to overwhelming demand, Pee-Wee's Big Adventure 35th Anniversary Tour with Paul Reubens, a screening of the iconic film followed by a discussion with Paul Reubens about the making of the film, has added a second date at The Chicago Theatre on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 7:30PM.

 The Madison Square Garden Company and Live Nation Entertainment announced that Pee-Wee's Big Adventure 35th Anniversary Tour with Paul Reubens, a screening of the iconic film followed by a discussion with Paul Reubens about the making of the film, has added a second date at the Beacon Theatre on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 7:30PM. Tickets to the newly added performance are on sale now. The previously announced show on Thursday, March 26, 2020 is sold-out.

It's time once again to a?oeget ready to match the starsa?? with a new edition of Dennis Hensley's The MisMatch Game. The side-splitting parody of the '70s game show has set the rafters ringing with laughter since its debut in 2004. The show the LA Times calls, a?oewitty, ribald a?? an adventure in surrealist era bendinga?? returns to the Los Angeles LGBT Center's Renberg Theatre for two hilarious shows on Friday, February 7, and Saturday, February 8, at 8pm.

The Coral Springs Center for the Arts is rocking away in February and March with 14 concerts and shows celebrating legendary musicians, comedians, and more. The state-of the-art performing arts center is located at 2855 Coral Springs Drive. Tickets for all concerts and shows are now available for purchase by calling the Box Office at 954-344-5990 or by going online to www.TheCenterCS.com.