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Don't Forget to Vote... for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage: Season 7
Election Day is coming! While you make plans for your trip to the polls, don't forget to cast your vote in BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage: Season 7.
Play BroadwayWorld's Sunday Crossword: November 1, 2026
Play this week's free BroadwayWorld Crossword, 17 answers drawn from an anniversary reunion, fresh casting news and the week's theatre headlines.
David Hyde Pierce to Star in OLD MAN TROUBLE Reading at Westport Country Playhouse
Westport Country Playhouse will present Broadway, film, and television actor David Hyde Pierce in a Script in Hand playreading of a new comedy, “Old Man Trouble,” written by David Wexler and Michael Cristofer.
CHEESE FRIES & CHILI DIPS Will Return to Fairfield Theatre Company’s StageOne
A Connecticut production addresses mental health stigma and will feature a post-show conversation with Sachi Parker, daughter of actress Shirley MacLaine.
Alita Moses to Bring HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Concert to TheaterWorks Hartford
Singer Alita Moses will perform at TheaterWorks Hartford's THE LIVING ROOM CONCERT SERIES in a one-night concert curated by Erica Tracy Sullivan.
LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT to Play Palace Theater
The LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT tour will perform at the Palace Theater in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Yale Symphony Orchestra to Perform SPIRITS OF AMERICA AT 250
The Yale Symphony Orchestra will present a concert featuring Grammy-winning ensemble Eighth Blackbird and the Greater New Haven Community Chorus exploring American musical heritage.
Tig Notaro to Headline Garde Arts Center in December
Emmy- and Grammy-nominated comedian Tig Notaro will perform at the Garde Arts Center in New London, Connecticut.
Garde Arts Center Unveils November Lineup Featuring Mike Dawes, Hubby Jenkins and More
The Garde Arts Center will present fingerstyle guitarist Mike Dawes, CAROLINA CHOCOLATE DROPS member Hubby Jenkins, and the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra in its November lineup during the venue's Centennial Season.
Photos: WOMEN+ ON THE EDGE OF DEMOCRACY to Present 130+ Free Performances Across 46 States
The Flynn Center and The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize present over 130 free performances and readings of WOMEN+ ON THE EDGE OF DEMOCRACY spanning 46 states, Washington D.
Westport Country Playhouse Names Brian Letendre Director of Development
Westport Country Playhouse appointed Brian Letendre as director of development.
Review Roundup: THE BODYGUARD Launches North American Tour
Performances are now underway for the new North American tour of THE BODYGUARD the Musical.
Review Roundup: BOOP! THE MUSICAL Kicks Off North American Tour
Boop-Oop-a-Doop! BOOP! The Musical is now on tour, starring Aliya Grace in the title role.
THE OUTSIDERS Will Come to The Bushnell in 2027
The Tony Award-winning best musical THE OUTSIDERS will perform at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut, from June 1–6, 2027.
MARISOL to Open at David Geffen School of Drama in November
DAVID GEFFEN SCHOOL OF DRAMA will present Marisol by José Rivera, directed by Héctor Flores Komatsu.
Dick Terhune to Bring One-Man A CHRISTMAS CAROL to the Palace Theater
Actor Dick Terhune performs a one-man adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic, portraying over 30 characters in a solo staging at the Palace Theater in Waterbury, Connecticut.
ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE to Run at Music Theatre of Connecticut This November
Music Theatre of Connecticut will present ALWAYS.
Review: PRIDE & PREJUDICE PART 2: NAPOLEON AT PEMBERLY at Westport Country Playhouse
What if Jane Austen's characters crossed paths with Napoleon?
PINOCCHIO to Open at Playhouse on Park with Five-Actor Cast
Playhouse on Park will present a fast-paced retelling of PINOCCHIO directed by Kevin Cronin, featuring Jason Pietroluongo in the title role alongside four ensemble members, live instruments, and shadow puppetry.
Video: Watch a First Look at the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American Tour
A new montage from the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American tour features Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon, who reprise their Broadway roles as Oliver and Claire on the road.
THE THREE LIVES OF DUNCAN MACRAE to Make Free Staged Debut at Eastbound Theatre
Milford Arts Council's Eastbound Theatre will present a free staged reading of an original dramedy by Richard Strompf about a university professor navigating relationships and life choices.
Play BroadwayWorld's Sunday Crossword: October 25, 2026
Play this week's free BroadwayWorld Crossword: 17 answers on 11 Broadway names, two shows and three theatre terms.
Chris Distefano to Bring Stand-Up Tour to Mohegan Sun's Cabaret Theatre
Comedian and podcast host Chris Distefano will perform at The Cabaret Theatre at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut for two consecutive nights in March 2027.
Video: Watch the Trailer for PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, PART 2 at Westport Country Playhouse
Westport Country Playhouse is staging the world premiere of Ken Ludwig's stage sequel, which brings Napoleon Bonaparte to the Darcys' estate at Pemberley, directed by Emily Mann.
Photos: TWELFTH NIGHT is Now Playing at Connecticut Repertory Theatre
Connecticut Repertory Theatre is now presenting William Shakespeare's comedy, Twelfth Night at the Nafe Katter Theatre.
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RUFUS WAINWRIGHT WANTED: JUDY GARLAND Jorgensen Center (11/21-11/21) |
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STOMP Stamford Palace Theatre (11/25-11/25) |
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Cabaret The Press Box Theater (11/27-12/20) |
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Crimes of the Heart Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU (10/30-11/08) |
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Pride and Prejudice Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU (11/20-11/22) |
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Christmas on the Rocks TheaterWorks Hartford (11/24-12/23) |
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PUNCH BROTHERS Jorgensen Center (11/07-11/07) |
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Golden Girls The Laughs Continue Ridgefield Playhouse (11/27-11/27) VIDEOS |
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Spring Show A.C.T. of Connecticut (5/20-6/20) |
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ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 Playhouse on Park (12/02-12/27) |
