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What did our critic think of LA FEBBRE DEL SABATO SERA – IL MUSICAL at Teatro Verdi (Firenze)?

Ephraim Slaughter: Freedom’s Witness a beautifully written script, and this production of the work presented by Sankofa African American Theatre Company and Gamut Theatre Group is one you do not want to miss.

One of the exciting parts of the year is when theatres start announcing their new seasons.

Friendship as Resistance in a Powerful World Premiere - The World to Come, a world-premiere co-production by Woolly Mammoth and Theater J, delivers powerful, honest performances and an intriguing story in an extraordinary, deeply touching production that shouldn’t be missed.

Mounted with in-the-round polish and flair, Hale Centre Theatre’s GUYS AND DOLLS is bright, brassy, and built on rhythm.

Two best friends, the ghost of Katie’s brother, a secret.

For the past two seasons, 14 or 15 new musicals have opened on Broadway.

Jaxx Theatricals announced a limited 60th Anniversary engagement of Sweet Charity, the next show in its 19 Year Anniversary season following a sold out run of the Los Angeles premiere of Once Upon a One More Time.

One of the most influential theatrical works of the 21st century, seen by over one million people worldwide and translated into more than 30 languages, Prima Facie returns to Australian stages in a landmark homecoming season.

The Tank will present The Brian Wilson Space Experiment, a play by Jenna Rush, directed by Jaye Hunt, marking the first fully staged presentation of the play in New York City.

Adult Film will present Moonshiner by playwright Lillian Mottern, directed by Danica Salem, at a Private Studio Space in Ridgewood (address released upon RSVP).

Producers Paul Dainty and TEG Dainty, Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio announced the Australian cast of the smash-hit musical A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.

Amalgamation Theatre Collective makes its New York City debut with a production of Daughters, Wives, Mothers, written by and starring Madeline Burk and Shira Holtz, and directed by Amanda Berkson.

The Second Stage Theater production of Jordan Harrison’s MARJORIE PRIME concludes its limited run at the Hayes Theatre, following 17 previews and 79 regular performances.

In honor of the Milano Cortina Olympic Games officially getting underway, we’re taking a look back at some unforgettable figure skating routines that glided, leapt, and spun their way through music straight from the stage.

Theatre Artists Workshop of Westport, Connecticut launches its New Visions, New Voices initiative with a staged reading of Inheriting the Well by award-winning playwright Lisa McCree.

Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company now entering its 14th year, announced that its 2026 season will feature a new format and a new venue.

Acclaimed English comedian Simon Brodkin will bring his world tour to Australia in June and July 2026, performing in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

From the award-winning creators of five-star Fringe hit Amazônia comes Tune In! The Frequency Within, an electrifying new family dance-theatre experience that transforms emotional literacy into an unforgettable sci-fi adventure.

Audiences become the stars of the show in the Edinburgh Fringe smash hit .

Opening this week at Adelaide Fringe, the double bill of Orpheus and Eurydice by multi award-winning storytellers Wright&Grainger will play in the Mortlock Chamber of the State Library of South Australia.

The show Wiesenthal will come to the Adelaide Fringe following a sold-out Edinburgh season (2023) and London run (2024), with performances at the Ayers House State Dining Room.

Jeff Hiller, Murray Hill, and Youngmi Mayer will keynote personal storytelling summit Open Secrets Live on May 2, 2026 at Symphony Space's Leonard Nimoy Thalia in New York.

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Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project announced a night of three short plays inspired by Shakespeare, featuring new works I LOVED YOU EVER and PUCK, IN EPILOGUE, as well as a new adaptation of a classic: MACBETH, BUT HE'S JUST A SWORD.