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

BANDSTAND to Open at Sunrise Theatre Company This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2025


After an opening weekend at Bayway Arts Center, Sunrise Theatre Company is set to present 'Bandstand' at the Bellmore Movies and Showplace this weekend only! Learn how to purchase tickets.

AN EVENING WITH ZEBRA Comes to the Patchogue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2025


Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced An Evening With Zebra: In Celebration Of 50 Years appearing at Patchogue Theatre this November. Learn more here!

DARLENE LOVE: LOVE FOR THE HOLIDAYS is Coming to Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2025


Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Darlene Love: Love For The Holidays appearing at Patchogue Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: THE MUSIC MAN Opens at The Argyle Theatre
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - July 14, 2025


This weekend, the Argyle Theatre opened the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner.

Photos: FOOTLOOSE at John W. Engeman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2025


The John W. Engeman Theater has released production photos of its production of FOOTLOOSE. Performances begin on Thursday, July 10, 2025, and run through Sunday, August 24, 2025.

Photos: THE MUSIC MAN at The Argyle Theatre First Look
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2025


The Argyle Theatre is presenting the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. See photos here!

May Pang Will Showcase Candid Photos of John Lennon in Exhibition at Keyes Art
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2025


A collection of these private photographs including several taken in the Long Island Sound will be on display and available for purchase at Keyes Art. Learn more here!

Engeman Theater Unveils 2025–2026 Children's Theater Season
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2025


The John W. Engeman Theater has revealed their 2025–2026 Children's Theater Season. They will kick off their new season with a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, and more.

Lee Roy Reams to Perform ME AND BETTY at Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2025


Lee Roy Reams will present “Me and Betty” at LTV Studios as part of the celebrated Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea series. Learn more and see how to attend!

LIMEHOF Announces Lineup for Inaugural Music Documentary Film Festival in Stony Brook
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2025


The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will host its first-ever Music Documentary Film Festival in Stony Brook, NY, from August 8–10, 2025, featuring 24 music films, live performances, and Q&As with filmmakers and artists.

LIMEHOF Unveils Film Lineup for Inargural Music Documentary Film Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2025


The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) has announced the lineup of films to be screened and the expected guests at its first-ever LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival, taking place August 8th-10th.

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: LIVE ON STAGE is Coming to Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2025


Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts will present A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage appearing at Patchogue Theatre this holiday season. Learn more!

Jennifer Simard, Beth Leavel and More Set for WPPAC 2025-2026 Concert Schedule
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2025


The White Plains Performing Arts Center has unveiled its 2025-2026 Special Events which include a variety of special events and concerts. Learn more here!

Marilyn Maye to Launch 2025 Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea Season
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2025


The curtain is set to rise on an unforgettable summer of song as Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea launches its 2025 season with legendary cabaret star Marilyn Maye. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Cast Set For ANYTHING GOES At CM Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025


The cast has been revealed for CM Performing Arts Presents: Anything Goes, running on the Main Stage in the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre. Learn more about the production here!

THE GREAT SOUTH BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL Returning to Long Island This July
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025


The Great South Bay Music Festival, Long Island’s longest-running and most iconic four-day music and arts celebration, will return to the scenic waterfront at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village from Thursday, July 24 - Sunday, July 27, 2025. 

Modern Classics Theatre of Long Island Revives Arthur Miller's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025


Modern Classics Theatre of Long Island will present a revival of Arthur Miller’s A View from the Bridge, running July 12–27 at the BACCA Arts Center in Lindenhurst, NY.

Cast and Creative Team Set for FOOTLOOSE At The Engeman
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025


The John W. Engeman Theater has revealed the cast and creative team of FOOTLOOSE. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets!

Arthur Miller's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE is Coming to Modern Classics Theatre in July
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025


Modern Classics Theatre of Long Island is reviving a modern American classic, Arthur Miller's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Elliott Litherland and Natalie Duncan to Star in THE MUSIC MAN at The Argyle Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025


The Argyle Theatre will present the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The Long Island Music And Entertainment Hall Of Fame Awards $10,000 In Scholarships
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025


The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame recently awarded Ten $1,000 scholarships to ten graduating students from across Long Island planning to major in music, music education and the performing arts. Learn more!

HOOKED ON THE HITS: BLUES TRAVELER is Coming to Patchogue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025


Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Hooked on the Hits: Blues Traveler appearing at Patchogue Theatre in October. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

Roger Q. Mason's NIGHT CITIES To Receive Reading With National Queer Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2025


Roger Q. Mason will receive a staged reading of their play Night Cites as part of the Cherry Picked new play reading series with National Queer Theater. Learn more!

EastLine Theatre Tours Long Island Parks With Free Summer Repertory Productions of KING LEAR and EMMA
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2025


EastLine Theatre will launch its fifth annual free summer tour in the courtyard at South Huntington Public Library this week with Shakespeare's iconic story of family strife King Lear.

Cast Set For DECEIVED and BONNIE & CLYDE at Bay Street Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2025


Bay Street Theater has announced the complete cast and creative teams for two of this summer's most daring theatrical events: the noir psychological thriller Deceived and the pulse-pounding musical Bonnie & Clyde.


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