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Faith Prince to Win Provincetown CabaretFest’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2026
Provincetown CabaretFest's new leadership, spearheaded by incoming Producing Artistic Director David Rhodes, announced the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient will be Tony Award Winner Faith Prince.
Interview: Laura Bell Bundy Brings SONGS & STORIES to Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center
by R. Scott Reedy - February 20, 2026
Laura Bell Bundy – who brings “Songs & Stories with Laura Bell Bundy” to Foxborough’s Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center on February 22 – has been a performer since she was just nine years old and made her stage debut in the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall.
A KHMER SWAN LAKE Comes To Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
Merrimack Repertory Theatre will present A KHMER SWAN LAKE, blending Western ballet with Cambodian traditional dance, from April 8-26. Learn more about the performance here!
1776, ROALD DAHL’S JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR. and More Set for Berkshire Theatre Group 2026 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced its 2026 summer season at The Colonial Theatre and The Unicorn Theatre. The lineup includes ROALD DAHL’S JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR., 1776, THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE, and additional productions.
WHICH SIDE?: A PROTEST MUSIC TEACH-OUT To Return to The Burren Back Room
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
The 'Which Side?: A Protest Music Teach-Out' series will present 'The Women's March' edition on March 24, 2026, at The Burren Back Room in Somerville, focusing on women's impact in protest and social change.
Gabriel V Brass Quintet to Perform DANCES IN BRASS at Brewster's Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
The Gabriel V Brass Quintet will present 'DANCES IN BRASS' on March 6 and 7 at the Performing Arts Center in Brewster. The ensemble will explore the dynamic role of brass in dance music through the ages, offering a performance full of energy and rich sounds.
Jamie Wax Named Inaugural Playwright-in-Residence at The Hanover Theatre Repertory
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2026
The Hanover Theatre Repertory (THT Rep) has named Jamie Wax its inaugural Playwright-in-Residence. Wax returns to THT Rep after his commanding performance in Doubt: A Parable and fresh off his first Broadway play, Call Me Izzy.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival to Offer 10 Weeks of Performances This Summer
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
Jacob’s Pillow has announced the full lineup for its 94th Dance Festival, running June 24 through August 30. The season features performances by Paul Taylor Dance Company, Akram Khan Company, San Francisco Ballet, and more.
WAM Theatre Welcomes New Board Members for 2026
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
WAM Theatre will welcome five new members to its Board of Directors, expanding a dynamic leadership body dedicated to bold artistic expression and social impact.
Allen Center to Present Trio of Piano Concerts in March
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
The Allen Center in Newton will present three piano concerts in March, featuring performances by renowned pianists including Yuki Yoshimi. These events will showcase a diverse range of piano music to the community.
Boch Center Unveils New Commemorative Wang Theatre Book
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
The Boch Center has announced the release of a new hardcover book in commemoration of the Wang Theatre's 100th anniversary honoring the history, architecture, and cultural legacy of one of Boston's most treasured landmarks.
Wellesley Repertory Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For In-Process Presentation Of LIFTED
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
Wellesley Repertory Theatre will present 'LIFTED,' the seventh installment in the Ufot Family Cycle, with performances scheduled across three venues in March.
Hub Theatre Company of Boston to Stage THE BALD SOPRANO & THE LESSON
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
Hub Theatre Company of Boston will present THE BALD SOPRANO & THE LESSON, directed by Bryn Boice, at the Boston Center for the Arts from February 20 to March 8, 2026. The production features timely themes and a voter registration drive.
Shemekia Copeland and Paul Thorn Set for Spire Center Concerts
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
Plymouth's Spire Center for Performing Arts has announced two new shows going on sale this weekend.  On May 23 acclaimed blues and soul singer Shamekia Copeland will be in Plymouth and southern blues rocker Paul Thorn comes to town June 20. 
Review: 15TH ANNUAL 10X10 NEW PLAY FESTIVAL at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - February 16, 2026
In the past, I have compared the 10x10 NEW PLAY FESTIVAL to dining at a Tapas restaurant, and it is. The production offers theatre goers a variety of content in small sized servings, to explore, share, and shake off a bit of mid-winter blues in anticipation of the bountiful season ahead. You may see something appealing, something appalling, something familiar, something peculiar, something for everyone – a comedy tonight. BSC is promoting this 2026 production of the 10x10 NEW PLAY FESTIVAL as “funnier than ever” and the standing ovation providing opening day audience seems to have agreed.
Review: LITTLE WOMEN at Actors' Shakespeare Project
by R. Scott Reedy - February 16, 2026
Louisa May Alcott’s novel “Little Women” has proven so enduringly popular since it was first published in 1868 that it has been turned into two plays, a musical, an opera, 11 different feature films and TV movies, three Japanese anime versions, and even a 12-part Korean streaming series.
THE CRUCIBLE To Be Presented By Cape Rep’s Bold Company
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2026
Cape Rep Theatre’s Bold Company will present THE CRUCIBLE in Brewster, Massachusetts. The production features Cape Cod residents age 55 and older as part of the Bold Company educational initiative.
Review: A Startling THE MODERATE at Central Square Theater
by R. Scott Reedy - February 13, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MODERATE at Central Square Theater?
Video: Lyric Stage Releases Trailer for PENELOPE, A New Musical
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
A new trailer has been released for PENELOPE, a new musical based on writings in The Odyssey by Homer. The production stars Aimee Doherty in the title role. Watch the video.
Shakespeare & Company Unveils Its Full Season 2026 Line-up
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
Shakespeare & Company has unveiled its full line-up for Season 2026, unveiling a slate of new titles, returning acts, free and low-cost community events, and more.
HONK! to be Presented at Open Door Theater This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
Open Door Theater of Acton, one of the only integrated and accessible theater companies in the country, will stage Honk! this March. Honk! is a musical telling of 'The Ugly Duckling'.
BAT OUT OF HELL - THE MUSICAL is Coming to Boch Center Wang Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
BAT OUT OF HELL - THE MUSICAL will grace the stage at Boston's Boch Center Wang Theatre, bringing the energy of London's West End to the U.S. on April 25, 2026.
New Musical LATE Arrives In March At Boston Center For The Arts Plaza Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
Moonbox Productions will bring a developmental production of the new musical LATE to the Plaza Theatre at Boston Center for the Arts March 6–14, 2026. Learn more here!
Karen Maria Pisani Will Teach Youth Theater Arts Workshop In Marblehead, MA
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
Broadway performer Karen Maria Pisani will conduct a youth theater arts workshop in Marblehead, MA, focusing on dance and performance skills. Learn more here!
Lyric Stage Boston Names & Expands Musicant-Cohen Backstage
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2026
Lyric Stage Boston has announced a new name and expansion of its flagship education program, Backstage, to honor generous financial support from Myra Musicant & Howard Cohen.

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