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NCTC to Present World Premiere of Andrew Alty's BEFORE THE SWORD Beginning in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 5, 2023


In September, New Conservatory Theatre Center will start a brand new season of LGBTQ+ stories with the world premiere of Andrew Alty's captivating story of a life before a legend, Before the Sword, directed by NCTC Founder and Artistic Director, Ed Decker.

Marin Ireland, Zachary James & Erik Lochtefeld to Star in SPAIN at Second Stage Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023


Get all the details on the upcoming production of SPAIN at Second Stage Theater, including the star-studded cast featuring Marin Ireland, Zachary James, and Erik Lochtefeld. Find out when and where you can catch this highly anticipated show.

Review: THE STRANGER at The Barnstormers Theatre
by Dan Marois - Jul 28, 2023


“The Stranger” provides a nice venture into the sleuthing world at this historic summer theater.

INSIDE OTHER SPACES Exhibition Comes to Haus der Kunst in September
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2023


Following three years of research and development, Haus der Kunst, Munich’s global centre for contemporary art, will present a landmark exhibition as part of its ongoing re-examination of overlooked histories. 

Mainers, Music & More Coming Up At Deertrees Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2023


​​​​​​​Deertrees Theatre, Maine's most enchanting playhouse, presents exceptional entertainment for Lakes Region residents and visitors alike at 156 Deertrees Road, Harrison. Deertrees has served the Greater Maine region since 1936, offering an eclectic summer season of entertainment, featuring theatrical productions and comedies, family shows, concerts annually from June through early September.

Deertrees Theatre to Launch 87th 'Mainest' Theatrical Summer With ALMOST MAINE & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 5, 2023


Historic Deertrees Theatre, Maine’s most enchanting playhouse, is launching its 87th theatrical summer with the 'Mainest' of plays, 'John Cariani's 'Almost, Maine,' this weekend, kicking off a season of spectacular entertainment ahead.

THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936, Daniel Kitson's MAYBE A GHOST STORY, and More Set For Wilton's Music Hall Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023


Wilton's Music Hall has announced its stunning autumn season, which sees ground-breaking productions, and collaborations with forward-thinking theatre companies. Continuing what has been an incredible year of theatre for Britain's oldest Victorian music hall, this new season is set to be one of the best yet.

Review: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jul 4, 2023


What did our critic think of YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre?

New Plays by Paula Vogel, Jen Silverman and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins Included in Second Stage Theater's 2023/24 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 15, 2023


Second Stage Theater has just announced three initial productions for its upcoming 45th Anniversary Season. Check out the full lineup here!

Photos: QUALITY STREET UK Tour; Get a First Look at the Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023


Get a first look at photos of the UK tour of Quality Street!

RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE 39 STEPS & More Set for NextStop Theatre Company 2023/2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2023


NextStop Theatre Company has announced its 2023-2024 season of professional theater in and for Northern Virginia.

CHOPPED LIVER AND ONIONS Comes to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023


Lottie Walker will appear as Sara in Chopped Liver & Unions, by J.J. Leppink, at theSpace on the Mile from 4-26 August as part of the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The one-woman play gives a vivid account of her life and the long struggle to improve the working conditions of female garment workers in the East End of London. 

Magician Milt Larsen Dies at 92
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2023


Milt Larsen has died at 12:28pm on Sunday, May 28th, in Los Angeles of Natural Causes at 92. The patriarch of magic, Milt was perhaps best known for his life-long role in the world of magic and illusion, and grew up in a family of magicians.  

What Is the History of Shubert Alley?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 28, 2023


This month on Broadway Deep Dive, the reader question was: What Is the History of Shubert Alley?

QUALITY STREET Comes To The Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023


Delicious Regency farce Quality Street comes to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. A co-production from Northern Broadsides and the New Vic Theatre, it can be seen in the Round from 6 to 10 June.

Sanaz Toossi's ENGLISH Wins 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2023


The Pulitzer Prize Board has just announced that English, by Sanaz Toossi has won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Other finalists included: On Sugarland by Aleshea Harris and The Far Country by Lloyd Suh.

California Shakespeare Theater Announces Lineup For AT THE BRUNS
by Blair Ingenthron - May 6, 2023


California Shakespeare Theater (Cal Shakes) has announced the lineup of programming for “At the Bruns,” a new series showcasing music, comedy, and theater, as well as a season opening picnic.  Presented by Cal Shakes but produced by outside community arts and culture organizations will be performing at the Bruns Memorial Amphitheater May through October 2023. 

City Circle Theatre Company Presents DANCING AT LUGHNASA
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023


City Circle Theatre Company presents Dancing at Lughnasa at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) May 5–7 and 12–14. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 PM and the Sunday matinees are at 2 PM.

Single Tickets Now on Sale to the 2023 Brevard Music Center Summer Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2023


Single tickets are now on sale to the Brevard Music Center  2023 Summer Festival. See full programming!

RUTHLESS; TICK, TICK...BOOM!; and More Set For New Conservatory Theatre Center's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023


New Conservatory Theatre Center has announced the line-up for a daring 2023-24 Season, continuing their decades-long commitment to creating new works with three world premieres, as well as producing two cult-hit musicals, a West Coast premiere, and an exciting limited holiday engagement with Katya Smirnoff-Skyy. 

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of DANCING AT LUGHNASA?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 19, 2023


Review Roundup: What did the critics think of the revival of Brian Friel's Dancing At Lughnasa?

Review: DANCING AT LUGHNASA, National Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Apr 19, 2023


Josie Rourke's new production has much about it to admire, but has little to say on the changes in Ireland since the play's first incarnation on the South Bank in 1990

ASSASSINS, TROUBLE IN MIND & More Set for Lyric Stage 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2023


Lyric stage has announced its 2023/24 season! See full programming, and learn how to purchase tickets!

City Circle Theatre Company Presents DANCING AT LUGHNASA in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2023


City Circle Theatre Company presents Dancing at Lughnasa at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) May 5–7 and 12–14. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 PM and the Sunday matinees are at 2 PM.

Review: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Carlisle Theatre Players On High
by Andrea Stephenson - Apr 2, 2023


You Can’t Take It with You is a play that reminds us not to take life too seriously. It helps us to remember what the important things are—family, friends, love, and laughter.

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