Review: HAMLET at Mark Taper Forum
by Evan Henerson - June 12, 2025
This production is erotic, evocative, lean as a bone and, at a certain point, leaves HAMLET behind entirely. Director Robert O'Hara (SLAVE PLAY, BARBECUE) cracks HAMLET open, exposes it to the sun and then keeps on probing.
by Evan Henerson - June 12, 2025
This production is erotic, evocative, lean as a bone and, at a certain point, leaves HAMLET behind entirely. Director Robert O'Hara (SLAVE PLAY, BARBECUE) cracks HAMLET open, exposes it to the sun and then keeps on probing.
Photos: PERIL IN THE ALPS At Laguna Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is presenting the world premiere of a new Hercule Poirot comic mystery, PERIL IN THE ALPS, written and directed by Steven Dietz (Laguna Playhouse’s wildly successful production of Murder on the Links), and based in part of “Poirot Investigates” by Agatha Christie. Check out photos of the show.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is presenting the world premiere of a new Hercule Poirot comic mystery, PERIL IN THE ALPS, written and directed by Steven Dietz (Laguna Playhouse’s wildly successful production of Murder on the Links), and based in part of “Poirot Investigates” by Agatha Christie. Check out photos of the show.
RUNBOYRUN by Mfoniso Udofia Premieres as Audio Drama June 16
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
A new audio adaptation of runboyrun, the acclaimed play by Mfoniso Udofia, will premiere June 16, 2025 on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
A new audio adaptation of runboyrun, the acclaimed play by Mfoniso Udofia, will premiere June 16, 2025 on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
Jessica Lia Berry Returns to Hollywood Fringe with New Solo Show I’M STILL NOT THAT GIRL
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Actress-writer Jessica Lia Berry brings a revived and revitalized version of her acclaimed solo show to the 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival. I’M STILL NOT THAT GIRL premieres June 23 and June 28 at Madnani Theater.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Actress-writer Jessica Lia Berry brings a revived and revitalized version of her acclaimed solo show to the 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival. I’M STILL NOT THAT GIRL premieres June 23 and June 28 at Madnani Theater.
EUREKA DAY, AMADEUS And More Set for Pasadena Playhouse 2025/2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Pasadena Playhouse has announced the Mainstage offerings for the 2025/2026 Season, kicking off with an all new Pasadena Playhouse production of Jonathan Spector's 2025 Tony Award-winning, razor-sharp satire Eureka Day.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Pasadena Playhouse has announced the Mainstage offerings for the 2025/2026 Season, kicking off with an all new Pasadena Playhouse production of Jonathan Spector's 2025 Tony Award-winning, razor-sharp satire Eureka Day.
Catalina Museum Will Host Yacht Rock Night at The Museum
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Catalina Museum for Art & History will host Yacht Rock Night at the Museum, offering a relaxed summer evening of live music, island atmosphere and community connection on the museum's outdoor plaza.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Catalina Museum for Art & History will host Yacht Rock Night at the Museum, offering a relaxed summer evening of live music, island atmosphere and community connection on the museum's outdoor plaza.
Holocaust Museum LA Will Host the Return of the Teicholz Film Series
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Holocaust Museum LA will present the Teicholz Film Series, a selection of five films focused on the theme of the aftermath of the Holocaust. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Holocaust Museum LA will present the Teicholz Film Series, a selection of five films focused on the theme of the aftermath of the Holocaust. Learn more here!
JELLO BRAIN Returns to the Madnani Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
JELLO BRAIN, directed by Terra Mackintosh and Produced by Jonah Weiland, is a one-woman show written and performed by Natalie Grove. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
JELLO BRAIN, directed by Terra Mackintosh and Produced by Jonah Weiland, is a one-woman show written and performed by Natalie Grove. Learn more about the show here!
THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Comes To Chromolume Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Chromolume Theatre has announced the next production of its 2025 Season of Musicals — A Season of Love and Romance (and Adultery) — the Broadway musical The Bridges of Madison County.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2025
Chromolume Theatre has announced the next production of its 2025 Season of Musicals — A Season of Love and Romance (and Adultery) — the Broadway musical The Bridges of Madison County.
From Ballet to Broadway and Back: SWAN LAKE's Andrei Chagas Talks Musical Theater
by Melissa Heckscher - June 11, 2025
BroadwayWorld sat down with ballet dancer Andrei Chagas about how his foray into musical theater changed him as a dancer, and what audiences can expect of the latest production of Swan Lake, which will run at the Segerstrom June 20-22 before moving to the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion June 26-29.
by Melissa Heckscher - June 11, 2025
BroadwayWorld sat down with ballet dancer Andrei Chagas about how his foray into musical theater changed him as a dancer, and what audiences can expect of the latest production of Swan Lake, which will run at the Segerstrom June 20-22 before moving to the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion June 26-29.
Review: THE CHINESE LADY at Chance Theatre
by Amanda Callas - June 11, 2025
The production by Chance Theater, directed brilliantly by Shinshin Yuder Tsai, is lyrical, riveting, and provocative. The Chinese Lady is also surprisingly, darkly funny.
by Amanda Callas - June 11, 2025
The production by Chance Theater, directed brilliantly by Shinshin Yuder Tsai, is lyrical, riveting, and provocative. The Chinese Lady is also surprisingly, darkly funny.
Interview: TONY WINNER MICHAEL MAGUIRE Solos with the LA LAW PHIL at Disney Concert Hall!
by Gavin Glynn - June 11, 2025
Michael Maguire is perhaps best known to theater goers for his portrayal of Enjolras in the original Broadway company of ‘Les Miserables’ for which he won the Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Theater World Award and was featured on the cover of Newsweek. He repeated that performance at the Royal Albert Hall in London as a member of the “Dream Cast” celebrating the 10th anniversary of Les Miz, an event that has been broadcast numerous times on PBS and around the world. At the New York City Opera he starred as Count Carl Magnus in ‘A Little Night Music’ as well as the subsequent PBS broadcast of the show. Saturday June 28, 2025 guest soloist for LA Lawyers Philharmonic singing selections from Phantom of the Opera!
by Gavin Glynn - June 11, 2025
Michael Maguire is perhaps best known to theater goers for his portrayal of Enjolras in the original Broadway company of ‘Les Miserables’ for which he won the Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Theater World Award and was featured on the cover of Newsweek. He repeated that performance at the Royal Albert Hall in London as a member of the “Dream Cast” celebrating the 10th anniversary of Les Miz, an event that has been broadcast numerous times on PBS and around the world. At the New York City Opera he starred as Count Carl Magnus in ‘A Little Night Music’ as well as the subsequent PBS broadcast of the show. Saturday June 28, 2025 guest soloist for LA Lawyers Philharmonic singing selections from Phantom of the Opera!
Los Angeles Curfew Update & Impact on Arts Institutions
by Joshua Wright - June 11, 2025
*UPDATE* As of Monday, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced a reduction in curfew hours for parts of downtown LA. The curfew, previously more restrictive, will now run from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, specifically affecting areas at the heart of the city’s arts and cultural district.
by Joshua Wright - June 11, 2025
*UPDATE* As of Monday, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced a reduction in curfew hours for parts of downtown LA. The curfew, previously more restrictive, will now run from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, specifically affecting areas at the heart of the city’s arts and cultural district.
SALON NOIR to Make World Premiere at 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival will present the world premiere of Salon Noir, a one-act comedic celebration of radical Black joy, blending sketch, lyric play, and heartfelt farce.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival will present the world premiere of Salon Noir, a one-act comedic celebration of radical Black joy, blending sketch, lyric play, and heartfelt farce.
Ashley Griffin’s THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE to Make West Coast Premiere at Hudson Backstage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Neil Gooding Productions has announced the West Coast premiere of the acclaimed Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love, opening July 25 at Hudson Backstage Theatre, with a preview on July 24.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Neil Gooding Productions has announced the West Coast premiere of the acclaimed Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love, opening July 25 at Hudson Backstage Theatre, with a preview on July 24.
Photos: First Look at Niki J. Borger in the 2025 Playhouse West One Act Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The 2025 Playhouse West One Act Festival has released a first look at Niki J. Borger, who stars in four of this year’s productions. Borger takes center stage in Just Pull, EAS.E, and Ninety Seven Beats, she also penned all three plays. Check out production photos below
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The 2025 Playhouse West One Act Festival has released a first look at Niki J. Borger, who stars in four of this year’s productions. Borger takes center stage in Just Pull, EAS.E, and Ninety Seven Beats, she also penned all three plays. Check out production photos below
THE JOURNEY OF A LEGENDARY LANDSCAPE PAINTING Debuts North American Tour
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Presented by the China Oriental Performing Arts Group, the acclaimed dance drama The Journey of a Legendary Landscape Painting will set out on a North American tour this summer.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Presented by the China Oriental Performing Arts Group, the acclaimed dance drama The Journey of a Legendary Landscape Painting will set out on a North American tour this summer.
Musical Theatre West Will Bring Buddy Holly Pop Up Concerts Across Long Beach
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Musical Theatre West (MTW) is bringing Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story to life ahead of its July production with a series of live, pop-up concerts across the city.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Musical Theatre West (MTW) is bringing Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story to life ahead of its July production with a series of live, pop-up concerts across the city.
Photos: THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR at International City Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The Los Angeles premiere of Paul Slade’s rom-com “The Angel Next Door” begins previews tonight at International City Theatre in Long Beach in a production directed by Cate Caplin. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
The Los Angeles premiere of Paul Slade’s rom-com “The Angel Next Door” begins previews tonight at International City Theatre in Long Beach in a production directed by Cate Caplin. Check out photos here!
Photos: THE WEDDING SINGER at The Colony Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Performances are now underway for The Wedding Singer at The Colony Theatre. The Wedding Singer premiered on Broadway in 2006 and was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2025
Performances are now underway for The Wedding Singer at The Colony Theatre. The Wedding Singer premiered on Broadway in 2006 and was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Check out photos here!
Review: GATSBY REDUX at Greystone Mansion
by Harker Jones - June 10, 2025
Roston’s choreography is evocative and sensual with diaphanous and whimsical qualities, and she finds the perfect setting for each sequence as romantic dusk fades into ominous twilight.
by Harker Jones - June 10, 2025
Roston’s choreography is evocative and sensual with diaphanous and whimsical qualities, and she finds the perfect setting for each sequence as romantic dusk fades into ominous twilight.
Interview: Cate Caplin on Directing THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR
by Shari Barrett - June 10, 2025
Inspired by a 1924 drawing room comedy by Ferenc Molnar, The Angel Next Door was originally commissioned by David Ellenstein for North Coast Rep and the Laguna Playhouse. Following its September 2023 premiere, the romp has gone on to delight theatergoers all over the country.
by Shari Barrett - June 10, 2025
Inspired by a 1924 drawing room comedy by Ferenc Molnar, The Angel Next Door was originally commissioned by David Ellenstein for North Coast Rep and the Laguna Playhouse. Following its September 2023 premiere, the romp has gone on to delight theatergoers all over the country.
Photos: Roger Q. Mason's JUANA MARIA Gets Reading At The Roots And Wings Project
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2025
On Sunday, May 25th The Roots and Wings Project (Producer, Jesse Bliss) presented a special reading of Roger Q. Mason's Juana Maria, the third part in Mason's Califas Trilogy, a trio of genre-obliterating plays about the beauty and the underbelly of ambition in America's West. See photos from the reading.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2025
On Sunday, May 25th The Roots and Wings Project (Producer, Jesse Bliss) presented a special reading of Roger Q. Mason's Juana Maria, the third part in Mason's Califas Trilogy, a trio of genre-obliterating plays about the beauty and the underbelly of ambition in America's West. See photos from the reading.
Shoshana Bean & James Monroe Iglehart Join THE BOYS Musical Episode Screening & Q&A
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2025
The Society of Composers & Lyricists (SCL) will present a special online screening and live Q&A spotlighting the music of Amazon’s hit series The Boys, featuring Emmy-nominated composer Christopher Lennertz, alongside Tony Award winners Shoshana Bean (Hell’s Kitchen, Mr. Saturday Night) and James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Hamilton).
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2025
The Society of Composers & Lyricists (SCL) will present a special online screening and live Q&A spotlighting the music of Amazon’s hit series The Boys, featuring Emmy-nominated composer Christopher Lennertz, alongside Tony Award winners Shoshana Bean (Hell’s Kitchen, Mr. Saturday Night) and James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Hamilton).
Playwrights and Plays Announced for 2025 Ojai Playwrights Conference and New Works Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2025
The Ojai Playwrights Conference has announced the lineup for its 28th annual Summer Conference and New Works Festival, taking place July 31–August 3, 2025, in Ojai, California.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2025
The Ojai Playwrights Conference has announced the lineup for its 28th annual Summer Conference and New Works Festival, taking place July 31–August 3, 2025, in Ojai, California.
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