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The Huntington’s Winter New Play Intensive Returns, Empowering Bold Voices And New Stories
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
The Huntington will present its Winter New Play Intensive, offering public readings, open rehearsals, and private development sessions for playwrights and theatre artists.
Music Spanning 7 Centuries to Be Presented By Music Worcester in Upcoming Concerts
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
Music Worcester's 2025- 2026 season continues, spanning seven centuries of music offering performances from 15th century early music to contemporary jazz.
SENSE & SENSIBILITY Comes to Shakespeare & Company
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
Shakespeare & Company's traditional winter show will return this year with Sense & Sensibility by Kate Hamill, a fast-paced, staged reading wherein the wit and romance of Jane Austen's classic tale come to life.
Merrimack Repertory Theatre Will Present KEVIN KLING: UNRAVELED in January 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Merrimack Repertory Theatre will present Kevin Kling: Unraveled from January 21 through February 8, 2026. Created and performed by Kevin Kling, the new storytelling piece is produced in partnership with the Contemporary American Theater Festival.
Berkshire Opera Festival Reveals 2026 Summer Season Featuring New Resident Artist Program
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Berkshire Opera Festival will introduce a major expansion of programming in 2026 with the launch of its Resident Artist Program alongside three productions: Lucia di Lammermoor, Beauty and the Beast (Zémire et Azor), and Schubert’s Winterreise.
Shakespeare & Company’s Austen & Afternoon Tea to Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th Birthday
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Literary lovers are invited to raise a teacup to Jane Austen to celebrate her 250th birthday at Shakespeare & Company. Ann Berman will be joined by Sense & Sensibility Director Ariel Bock.
COME FROM AWAY, ON YOUR FEET, and More Set For North Shore Music Theatre 2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
North Shore Music Theatre has announced its upcoming season for 2026. The season will kick off with On You Feet in June. The rest of the lineup includes Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Rock of Ages, Come From Away, and Phantom. 
Annual H+H 'Baroque Christmas' Concerts Set For This December
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Make the season bright with the brilliance of Baroque music performed by the Handel and Haydn Society Orchestra and Chorus in the beautiful and intimate setting of NEC’s Jordan Hall.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: A SHERLOCK CAROL at Lyric Stage Boston
by R. Scott Reedy - December 01, 2025
In playwright Mark Shanahan’s clever “A Sherlock Carol,” now at Lyric Stage Boston through December 21, when self-described “consulting detective” Sherlock Holmes hears a knock at his 221B Baker Street door, there’s not a band of Christmas carolers on the other side but rather a visitor seeking his help in investigating the unsolved death of Ebenezer Scrooge.
Music Worcester To Present The American Spiritual Ensemble Mechanics Hall In January
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Music Worcester will present the American Spiritual Ensemble in concert on Saturday, January 10 at Worcester's historic Mechanics Hall. The performance launches an eighteen month-long residency featuring concerts, community events, and educational initiatives throughout Worcester
The Rat Pack Ft. Michael Dutra and More Set for Upcoming Shows at The Spire Center
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
The Spire Center for Performing Arts has revealed three new shows. Local singer Michael Dutra will bring his Frank Sinatra sound to the Spire Center with the tribute group The Rat Pack, plus more.
United Dance Company Brings THE EXTRAORDINARY NUTCRACKER to the Calderwood Pavilion
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
United Dance Company will bring its production The Extraordinary Nutcracker back to the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts for two performances.
Review: The Huntington's FUN HOME Is That and More
by R. Scott Reedy - November 26, 2025
What did our critic think of FUN HOME at The Huntington? A funeral home may seem an unlikely setting for a Broadway musical, but it turns out to be an ideal backdrop for the deeply moving “Fun Home.”
Video: Watch the Trailer For A SHERLOCK CAROL at Lyric Stage Boston
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Six actors transform before your eyes in a playful, clever, and joyous holiday comedy that is “elementary” for a festive outing sure to delight audiences of all ages. Watch the video preview now!
Video: First Look at FUN HOME at the Huntington Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Huntington has released first-look video footage introducing the cast of Fun Home, the five-time Tony Award-winning musical with music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, and direction by Logan Ellis.
Tickets to THE GREAT GATSBY in Boston on Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Broadway In Boston has revealed that tickets for the North American tour of the smash hit Broadway musical and global sensation, THE GREAT GATSBY, based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, are now on sale to the public.
The Hanover Theatre Reveals Key Leadership Appointments Across Artistic Programming, Education, Human Relations, and Marketing
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced several leadership appointments to strengthen the organization’s artistic, educational, operational, and strategic capacity.
Video: Alison Luff Sings 'You Are Beautiful' From WONDER at A.R.T.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Watch Alison Luff perform “You Are Beautiful” from the new musical Wonder with Ian Axel (piano) and Yair Evnine (cello).
Jay Psaros Band, The Linda Ronstadt Experience and More Set for Upcoming Shows at The Spire Center
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Spire Center for Performing Arts has unveiled five new shows. Boston native and acclaimed musician Jay Psaros and his band will play at the Spire Center, plus more.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL Returns To Foxboro For 3rd Year
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
A Christmas Carol The Musical plays four performances, running from December 19, 20, and 21 at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Centre in Foxboro, Massachusetts, presented by the award winning Emerald City Theatrical.
Interview: Sehnaz Dirik Talks BLOOD BROTHERS at Theater UnCorked
by R. Scott Reedy - November 21, 2025
In the past few theater seasons, Sehnaz Dirik has enhanced her reputation for playing strong women.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!

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