IN CONVERSATION WITH... RITA MORENO is Coming to The McCallum
The event will take place on November 5, 2026.
The McCallum Theatre is bringing together two extraordinary personalities for a very special evening when legendary actress, singer, dancer and EGOT winner Rita Moreno takes the stage for “In Conversation With….Rita Moreno,” featuring special guest and friend Mo Rocca, the celebrated Emmy Award “CBS Sunday Morning” correspondent, humorist and television personality, on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Few performers have had a career as remarkable, groundbreaking, and enduring as Rita Moreno. From her unforgettable performances on stage and screen to her historic achievements as one of the rare recipients of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award, Moreno has been a force in entertainment for more than seven decades. Her life is a story of triumph and travails, resilience and near constant reinvention. Her career has broken barriers, challenged expectations and inspired generations of performers and audiences around the world. Joining Moreno for the evening will be Emmy Award winner Mo Rocca, direct from “CBS Sunday Morning.”
From Hollywood’s Golden Age to Broadway, television and beyond, “In Conversation With… Rita Moreno” offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience one of entertainment’s true legends in a completely different way—up close, personal, and unscripted.
ABOUT Rita Moreno
Rita Moreno, at the young age of 94, is one of the most celebrated performers in entertainment history and one of the select few artists to have achieved EGOT status, winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award. Her extraordinary career has encompassed film, television, Broadway, and recording, with iconic performances including Anita in the film adaptation of West Side Story. A trailblazer throughout her career, Moreno continues to perform and inspire audiences around the world.
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