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KITTIES IN SPACE: DOOMSDAY Set to Premiere in January 2026

KITTIES IN SPACE: DOOMSDAY Set to Premiere in January 2026

by BWW News Desk — January 22, 2026
With audiences laughing and critics praising its absurdity and inventive world-building, Kitties in Space: Doomsday is racing toward its final performances at the 30 Minutes or Less Festival.
The Pasadena Chorale Celebrates Black American Composers With I BELIEVE Concert

The Pasadena Chorale Celebrates Black American Composers With I BELIEVE Concert

by BWW News Desk — January 22, 2026
The Pasadena Chorale invites the community to I BELIEVE, a powerful concert honoring Black History Month through music that explores faith, hope, and social justice.
Photos: SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA in Rehearsal at Geffen Playhouse

Photos: SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA in Rehearsal at Geffen Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — January 22, 2026
Geffen Playhouse has released rehearsal photos from its world premiere production of SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA, written by Beth Hyland and directed by Tony Award-nominee Jo Bonney.
Photos: BROWNSTONE at Open Fist Theatre Company

Photos: BROWNSTONE at Open Fist Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — January 22, 2026
Open Fist Theatre Company opens the Los Angeles premiere of Catherine Butterfield’s “Brownstone” this Saturday with Ron West at the helm.
Video: Will Swenson Takes On the Title Role in SWEENEY TODD at La Mirada

Video: Will Swenson Takes On the Title Role in SWEENEY TODD at La Mirada

by A.A. Cristi — January 21, 2026
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Tony award-nominee Will Swenson starring as “Sweeney Todd” in its upcoming major revival of the Stephen Sondheim masterpiece, SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET.
Martin Chalifour To Begin Residency At Sierra Madre Playhouse With Romantic Violin Re

Martin Chalifour To Begin Residency At Sierra Madre Playhouse With Romantic Violin Recital

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
Violinist Martin Chalifour will begin a season-long residency at Sierra Madre Playhouse with The Romantic Violin, presented February 14 and 15, 2026.
A ROOTS PICNIC EXPERIENCE: A GREAT NIGHT IN HIP-HOP is Coming to the Hollywood Bowl i

A ROOTS PICNIC EXPERIENCE: A GREAT NIGHT IN HIP-HOP is Coming to the Hollywood Bowl in 2026

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
GRAMMY Award-winning multi-platinum hip-hop luminaries The Roots will return to the iconic Hollywood Bowl, with A Roots Picnic Experience: A Great Night in Hip-Hop.
Theatricum Botanicum Unveils Five Plays for 2026 Summer Season

Theatricum Botanicum Unveils Five Plays for 2026 Summer Season

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2026
This summer, Theatricum will present five mainstage plays in repertory, along with a rich slate of family-friendly and music-centered satellite events.
Interview: Melissa Barak and Julia Rivera on 20 YEARS OF LOS ANGELES BALLET

Interview: Melissa Barak and Julia Rivera on 20 YEARS OF LOS ANGELES BALLET

by Shari Barrett — January 21, 2026
How did Melissa Barak (Artistic Director) and Julia Rivera (Executive Director) decide on which three ballets to present and how is each representative of the work the group has done and plan to do in their future?
Long Beach Shakespeare Company To Stage JULIUS CAESAR In 2026

Long Beach Shakespeare Company To Stage JULIUS CAESAR In 2026

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Long Beach Shakespeare Company will present JULIUS CAESAR as part of its 2026 season, The Stuff of Legends.
SEEDS OF RESISTANCE: YOUTH-WRITTEN SOCIAL JUSTICE PLAYS To Be Performed In Boyle Heig

SEEDS OF RESISTANCE: YOUTH-WRITTEN SOCIAL JUSTICE PLAYS To Be Performed In Boyle Heights

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Seeds of Resistance will present youth-written and performed social justice plays at Roosevelt High School in Boyle Heights.
Cal State LA Downtown Introduces Arts Management Certificate Program For A Changing S

Cal State LA Downtown Introduces Arts Management Certificate Program For A Changing Sector

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Cal State LA Downtown is set to launch an Arts Management Certificate Program, aimed at equipping arts leaders with the skills to innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing environment.
THE 39 STEPS to be Presented at Rubicon Theatre Company

THE 39 STEPS to be Presented at Rubicon Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company will continue its 2025/26 season with The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from John Buchan’s iconic spy novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary 1935 film.
Alex Edelman, Martin Short, & More Join Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026 Lineup

Alex Edelman, Martin Short, & More Join Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026 Lineup

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Netflix Is a Joke Fest is back.
Review: KID GLOVES World Premiere Musical Comedy at Skylight Theatre

Review: KID GLOVES World Premiere Musical Comedy at Skylight Theatre

by Shari Barrett — January 20, 2026
This world premiere musical comedy is fast-paced, hilarious, and sneakily poignant, skewering the utter depravity of reality TV and how it can corrupt even the most wholesome element of humanity – children!
Interview: Playwright Catherine Butterfield on BROWNSTONE

Interview: Playwright Catherine Butterfield on BROWNSTONE

by Shari Barrett — January 20, 2026
I spoke with playwright Catherine Butterfield about the development of her play BROWNSTONE, its structure and subject matter, and her fascination with brownstones.
Photos: KID GLOVES at The Skylight Theatre

Photos: KID GLOVES at The Skylight Theatre

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
Village Green Productions is presenting  a world premiere musical comedy, KID GLOVES, book and lyrics by Matthew Leavitt, music by Nathan Wang.
Photos: Angela Bassett Honors Laurence Fishburne, Winners Celebrated at 2026 Voice Ar

Photos: Angela Bassett Honors Laurence Fishburne, Winners Celebrated at 2026 Voice Arts Awards

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
On January 18, The Society of Voice Arts and Sciences  announced the winners of the 2026 Voice Arts Awards at a star-studded ceremony that took place at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.
The Second City to Perform 'LAUGH HARDER NOT SMARTER' at the MAC on Valentine's Day

The Second City to Perform 'LAUGH HARDER NOT SMARTER' at the MAC on Valentine's Day

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2026
The Second City will present 'LAUGH HARDER NOT SMARTER' at the McAninch Arts Center this Valentine's Day, offering a blend of comedy for a special date night experience.
Video: THE NOTEBOOK National Tour's Kyle Mangold & Chloë Cheers Speak with CBS LA

Video: THE NOTEBOOK National Tour's Kyle Mangold & Chloë Cheers Speak with CBS LA

by BWW News Desk — January 18, 2026
Watch Younger Noah actor Kyle Mangold and Younger Allie actor Chloë Cheers from the national tour of The Notebook speak about the production on CBS LA.
Long Beach Shakespeare Company Announces 2026 Season: The Stuff of Legends

Long Beach Shakespeare Company Announces 2026 Season: The Stuff of Legends

by BWW News Desk — January 17, 2026
The Long Beach Shakespeare Company announced its 2026 season, The Stuff of Legends, a bold and expansive theatrical journey celebrating iconic stories, unforgettable voices, and timeless works that have shaped culture across generations.
FILL YOUR HOLE To Be Featured As Part Of SOLOFEST At Whitefire Theatre

FILL YOUR HOLE To Be Featured As Part Of SOLOFEST At Whitefire Theatre

by BWW News Desk — January 16, 2026
Fill Your Hole is a solo performance by David Jahn featured as part of Solofest at the Whitefire Theatre in Sherman Oaks.
Theatre 40 Resumes Monday Night Theatre Appreciation Seminars In Beverly Hills

Theatre 40 Resumes Monday Night Theatre Appreciation Seminars In Beverly Hills

by BWW News Desk — January 16, 2026
Theatre 40 will resume its Monday Night Theatre Appreciation Seminars with a series of staged play readings presented at the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre in Beverly Hills.
The Old Globe Unveils Cast And Creative Team For World Premiere Of Fiasco Theater’s

The Old Globe Unveils Cast And Creative Team For World Premiere Of Fiasco Theater’s BARTLEBY

by BWW News Desk — January 16, 2026
The Old Globe has announced the full cast and creative team for Fiasco Theater's upcoming production of BARTLEBY, set to premiere in 2026.
Review: ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE at Broad Stage

Review: ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE at Broad Stage

by Evan Henerson — January 16, 2026
Over a convivial 85 minutes directed by Simon Godwin, the shape-shifting Broadway vet Page holds us captive as he demonstrates why he is perpetually in demand as a classical actor, as an interpreter of Shakespeare, and certainly as an enactor of villains.

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