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The latest news on live theatre in Jacksonville from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Adrenalize Makes Florida Debut at Concerts in the Village
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025


Adrenalize: The Ultimate Def Leppard Experience will take the stage tonight, June 12, at Destin’s Concerts in the Village series, marking the band’s first-ever performance in Florida. Based out of New York and Connecticut, Adrenalize has built a national reputation for its faithful renditions of Def Leppard’s arena rock sound.

Alhambra Receives US Congressional Proclamation For Being Named Best Dinner Theater In America
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025


Jacksonville’s beloved Alhambra Theatre & Dining received a rare and prestigious honor last night: an official United States Congressional Proclamation, recognizing the theater’s recent designation by USA TODAY as the Best Dinner Theater in America.

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to The Alhambra Theatre & Dining
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025


The Alhambra Theatre & Dining has announced the opening of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the fantastical musical based on Roald Dahl’s beloved novel.

Solo Performer Jason Woods Makes Edinburgh Fringe Debut with Two New Shows
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2025


Acclaimed American theatre artist Jason Woods is set to make his Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut this August with not one, but two dazzling solo performances. Running from 1–23 August 2025.

TWILIGHT IN CONCERT Brings Live Music and Candlelit Screening to Jacksonville This October
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2025


As the Twilight novel marks its 20th anniversary, fans of the franchise will have a chance to experience the film like never before. Twilight in Concert, a live-to-film performance event, will take place at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Star Barry Bostwick at Jacksonville Center
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2025


The FSCJ Artist Series will present The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m., in celebration of the cult classic’s 50th anniversary.

Sarah Brightman Returns With A WINTER SYMPHONY This December
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2025


A magical celebration of the holiday season will return this year with the world's biggest-selling soprano and legendary GRAMMY Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman returns with her new Christmas spectacle ‘A Winter Symphony' tour to the Jacksonville Center for Performing Arts on December 6, 2025 at 8:00 p.m..

MY FAIR LADY Comes to Alhambra This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025


 The Alhambra Theatre & Dining, the nation's longest continuously running professional dinner theater, has announced the opening of its next production, the timeless classic My Fair Lady.

MJ THE MUSICAL Begins Performances Next Week At Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025


MJ The Musical brings the life of music icon Michael Jackson onstage at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts, April 22-27, 2025. He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson's unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Jacksonville in MJ, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour.

Dr. Milton Russos To Receive Key To City From Mayor Deegan In April
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025


The FSCJ Artist Series has announced that Dr. Milton Russos, Executive Director, FSCJ Artist Series, will receive the Key to the City of Jacksonville on Thursday, April 10 at a Reception at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts at 5:00-6:30p.m.

Cady Huffman Will Lead A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Concert in Jacksonville
by Joshua Wright - April 04, 2025


Two of Jacksonville's most prominent nonprofit arts organizations, the Florida Theatre and Theatre Jacksonville, are producing the classic Broadway musical in concert A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum for two performances.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE, MOULIN ROUGE! And More Announced for The FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville 25/26 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025


The FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville has announced the 25/26 Broadway season shows coming to the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. Subscriptions for the FSCJ Artist Series 25/26 Broadway in Jacksonville Season.

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL is Coming to The Alhambra Theatre & Dining
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2025


The Alhambra Theatre & Dining will present Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. This Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical tells the inspiring true story of Carole King's remarkable rise to stardom. Learn more!

The Miramar Cultural Center Presents Tasha Cobbs In April
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025


Join the Miramar Cultural Center for a night of soul- stirring gospel music with Tasha Cobbs at the Miramar Cultural Center on Saturday, April 5 from 8 pm to 11 pm.

WAITRESS Comes to Titusville Playhouse This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025


 The heartwarming story of WAITRESS will come to the Titusville Playhouse. 'Waitress,' with music and lyrics by six-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles, features a book by renowned screenwriter Jessie Nelson.

FSCJ Artist Series Will Present SWAN LAKE, Il Volo and More In March
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025


On Wednesday, March 5, FSCJ Artist Series will kick-off with The Righteous Brothers Farewell Tour. The Righteous Brothers Lovin' Feelin' Farewell Tour, a musical odyssey, spanning the early days of rock and roll, the era of Blue-Eyed Soul and as far reaching as the movie Dirty Dancing.

COME FROM AWAY Comes to Alhambra Theatre & Dining
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025


Alhambra Theatre & Dining has announced Come From Away as the name of its “Fall Surprise” in its 2025 season. Performances begin in August. Learn more here!

The Pompano Players' RESPECT: A MUSICAL JOURNEY OF WOMEN Opens in March
by Stephi Wild - February 20, 2025


RESPECT: A Musical Journey of Women, the fourth production of the Pompano Players’ inaugural season, will open on March 28th at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center and run through April 6th.

PETER PAN THE MUSICAL Opens Next Week at Jacksonville Center for The Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - February 14, 2025


Peter Pan The Musical will open next week at Jacksonville Center for The Performing Arts. Plus, learn more about Family Night on Broadway which is set for next week!

THE FOUR PHANTOMS IN CONCERT Comes To Jacksonville Center for The Performing Arts This Valentine's Day
by A.A. Cristi - February 12, 2025


The FSCJ Artist Series will present The Four Phantoms In Concert on Friday, February 14 at 8:00PM, an extravagant celebration of the iconic music of Broadway and more.

WEST SIDE STORY Comes to Alhambra Theatre This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - February 08, 2025


The Alhambra Theatre is set to present one of Broadway's most beloved musicals, West Side Story beginning this month. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!

CALMING THE MAN Comes to Gainesville's Acrosstown Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2025


Playwright Anthony Lamarr White is on a mission to develop a National Collective of Theatres to promote the importance of Black History Month by producing Calming the Man during 'Black History Month 2026.

PETER PAN National Tour Flies Into Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 15, 2025


The FSCJ Artist Series will present the 20th Annual Family Night on Broadway on Tuesday, February 18th along with the performance of PETER PAN at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts with Family Night activities beginning at 6:30 p.m. and showtime at 7:30 p.m.

Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2025


Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

JERSEY BOYS Comes to Titusville Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2025


With a look, an attitude, and a sound like no other, the talented cast and creative team behind this production are bringing the story to life on stage at the Titusville Playhouse.


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