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BYE BYE BIRDIE Comes to Children's Musical Theaterworks
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
Children’s Musical Theaterworks (CMT) will present the classic musical comedy Bye Bye Birdie, opening in July at the historic Fresno Memorial Auditorium.
Review: THE RESERVOIR at Geffen Playhouse Gil Cates Theater
by Tracey Paleo - June 29, 2025
What did our critic think of THE RESERVOIR at Geffen Playhouse Gil Cates Theater? “Well, the Geffen sure knows their audience,” remarked my guest at the media preview of, THE RESERVOIR.  And I’d have to agree.  Between the spontaneous audience call backs, guffaws, tears, and chant-alongs that happened much in the second act, it’s probably safe to say, the show’s a hit.
Video: John Travolta Surprises Fans as 'Danny Zuko' at GREASE Sing-Along
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2025
Grease fans got a a big surprise at the Hollywood Bowl last night, where they gathered for a special sing-a-long of the beloved film. Original 'Danny Zuko' himself, John Travolta, took to the stage dressed in T Birds attire. Watch in this video!
Spectrum Laboratory Will Present MAKE YOUR BAND: NEURODIVERSE VOICES IN SONG
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2025
Spectrum Laboratory -LA-based, 501c3 non-profit performing and visual arts stomping ground of LOVE ON THE SPECTRUM standout and animation instructor Dani Bowman, ATYPICAL series star Domonique Brown, singer/songwriter Abbey Romeo, and many more creative, neurodivergent trainees - trades summer break for high kicks via two live musical stage productions in as many weeks.
Interview: Kelvin Han Yee of YANKEE DAWG YOU DIE at East West Players
by Andrew Child - June 28, 2025
Decades before cementing himself in the pop culture consciousness as Ali Wong’s curmudgeonly father in Beef, Yee originated the role of Bradley Yamishita (played in this production by Daniel J. Kim).
Review: ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL at Old Globe Theatre
by Evan Henerson - June 28, 2025
For his production of ALL’S WELL, director Peter Francis James has much to work with including plenty of solid actors and an equally strong technical team, but the production’s frothy overlay often feels off key
AN INSPECTOR CALLS and More Set for Theatre 40 2025–26 Season 
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Theatre 40, the professional nonprofit theatre company based in Beverly Hills, has announced its 2025–26 season, offering a diverse lineup of six productions ranging from world premieres to classic mysteries and beloved romantic comedies.
SORRY. to Host Post-Show Talkback Moderated by Laura Stribling
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
The world premiere of Sorry. by Melissa R. Randel continues its run at Moving Arts Theatre in Los Angeles, with a special post-show event scheduled for Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Jagan Ramamoorthy to Perform at Sierra Madre Playhouse This August
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Sierra Madre Playhouse will welcome acclaimed violinist, vocalist, and composer Jagan Ramamoorthy for a special performance on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
Music at the Odyssey to Present AMERICAN FOLK REVIVAL
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2025
Odyssey Theatre Ensemble’s “Music at the Odyssey” series, curated, directed and emceed by bass player John Snow, will present American Folk Revival. Learn more here!
The Queen Mary Unveils Packed July Lineup in Long Beach
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
The RMS Queen Mary in Long Beach is heating up for summer with a packed lineup of July events you won't want to miss. Celebrate Independence Day in style at the 4th of July Celebration (3–10PM) featuring live music, decades-themed fun, family activities, and the nation's top firework display.
Casting Announced for Week One of THE BLANK THEATRE'S 33rd Annual Young Playwrights Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
The Blank Theatre has announced casting for week one of its 33rd Annual Young Playwrights Festival, taking place July 10–13 at the Skylight Theatre in Los Feliz.
Sierra Madre Playhouse Hosts Family Show Featuring WE TELL STORIES
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Sierra Madre Playhouse kicks off its August programming with 'A Feast from the East,' a delightful theatrical event that encourages audience participation presented by We Tell Stories, featuring a collection of interactive tales from Japan, China, and India, on Saturday, August 2, 2025, 11AM.
Donja R. Love’s SOFT to Receive Immersive Staged Reading in Los Angeles
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
SOFT, the acclaimed play by Donja R. Love, will receive an immersive staged reading this Saturday, June 28, at Thymele Arts (Shirley Dawn Studio Theater) in Los Angeles.
Robert J. Abernethy Named New Chair Of The Music Center Board Of Directors
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
The Board of Directors of The Music Center has announced the appointment of Robert J. Abernethy, founder and president of American Standard Development Company and Self Storage Management Company, as its new chair. Serving on The Music Center Board for 22 years,
Photos: Charlize Theron, Uma Thurman, & More Attend THE OLD GUARD 2 Premiere
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
On Tuesday, Netflix celebrated the upcoming release of its highly anticipated film, The Old Guard 2, the sequel to the 2020 superhero movie starring Charlize Theron. Take a look at photos from the LA premiere!
MONK IN PIECES Documentary Sets New York and Los Angeles Release
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Zeitgeist Films, in association with Kino Lorber, will release Monk In Pieces, New York filmmaker Billy Shebar’s revealing documentary portrait of one of contemporary arts’ greatest innovators, Meredith Monk.
WE WILL ROCK YOU to be Presented by Ophelia's Jump at Sontag Greek Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Ophelia's Jump Productions will present their annual Midsummer Festival co-sponsored by Pomona College, with WE WILL ROCK YOU, the musical by QUEEN and Ben Elton. Learn more here!
Golda Zahra Returns to Broad Stage in July
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Internationally acclaimed soprano Golda Zahra will make her return to Broad Stage in Santa Monica next month for a one-night-only concert. Learn more about the performance here!
WE WILL ROCK YOU Comes to the Sontag Greek Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Ophelia’s Jump Productions will present their annual Midsummer Festival co-sponsored by Pomona College, with WE WILL ROCK YOU, the musical by QUEEN and Ben Elton.
Review: HOLLYWOOD FRINGE ROUND-UP PT. 2 at Various
by Harker Jones - June 25, 2025
A double feature from Pamela Eberhardt showcases her caustic wit and emotional depth
TICK, TICK...BOOM! To Ignite Los Angeles' El Portal Theatre For Limited Run In August
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Positivity Productions will present a thrilling new production of Jonathan Larson's Tick, Tick...BOOM! for a very limited run at the Monroe Forum stage in the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood, August 7–10, 2025.
Nance Arte Productions and Grand Performances Present LATIN GOES SKA in Downtown Los Angeles
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Get ready for an electrifying evening of genre-bending rhythms as Nance Arte Productions, in collaboration with Grand Performances, presents Latin Goes Ska—a high-energy, open-air celebration of ska and Latin music on Saturday, June 29 at California Plaza.
Playwright Lynn Rosen's GASBAG Has Hollywood Premiere at Dances With Films
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
GASBAG, the comedic coming-of-age series from creator/writer/co-executive producer Lynn Rosen, will have the West-Coast Premiere of its pilot at TCL Chinese Theatre this weekend.
Review: PARADE at Ahmanson Theatre
by Harker Jones - June 24, 2025
When PARADE debuted on Broadway in December 1998 it won Tonys for Best Book and Best Original Score and six Drama Desk Awards. The 2023 revival was nominated for six Tony Awards itself, winning two. Now touring, the show, based on a true story, is in Los Angeles through July 12. And while it takes place 1913–1915, it is still just as relevant today as it was a century ago.

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