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John Williams Composes New Fanfare 'Bravo Gustavo!' for LA Phil Concert

John Williams Composes New Fanfare 'Bravo Gustavo!' for LA Phil Concert

by BWW News Desk — May 5, 2026
John Williams composed a new fanfare, 'Bravo Gustavo!', as a tribute to Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil musicians, receiving its world premiere at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
PIT OF HOPE Will Make World Premiere at Hollywood Fringe Festival

PIT OF HOPE Will Make World Premiere at Hollywood Fringe Festival

by Stephi Wild — May 5, 2026
PIT OF HOPE, a new play by Vince Tula, will make its world premiere at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, exploring ICE raids and immigration through the perspective of pit bulls in the LA shelter system.
The Goldrich Cultural Center To Open In Los Angeles

The Goldrich Cultural Center To Open In Los Angeles

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
The Goldrich Cultural Center will open in Los Angeles this June.
¡SÍ SE PUEDE! Adds Performances at Boston Court Pasadena

¡SÍ SE PUEDE! Adds Performances at Boston Court Pasadena

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Center Theatre Group's touring show ¡SÍ SE PUEDE!, written by Eliana Pipes and directed by Sara Guerrero, adds performances at Boston Court Pasadena following a successful run at community spaces across Los Angeles.
Interview: Director Celia Mandela Rivera of NOËL COWARD’S FALLEN ANGELS

Interview: Director Celia Mandela Rivera of NOËL COWARD’S FALLEN ANGELS

by Shari Barrett — May 4, 2026
Director Celia Mandela Rivera shares her background in theatre, what drew her to directing this play, her vision for the characters and staging it in Little Fish's intimate new space and why she thinks its exploration of love, fidelity, and friendship remains as fresh and provocative today as when i
HOLLY WEIRD FILM FESTIVAL Unveils 2026 Lineup

HOLLY WEIRD FILM FESTIVAL Unveils 2026 Lineup

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
The Holly Weird Film Festival has announced its 2026 lineup, featuring 22 independent films from around the world.
Mark Vigeant Brings OUT THERE And WELCOME TO HELL To Hollywood Fringe

Mark Vigeant Brings OUT THERE And WELCOME TO HELL To Hollywood Fringe

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Mark Vigeant will bring two productions, OUT THERE and WELCOME TO HELL, to the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
ELEANOR Opening Night Proceeds to Benefit League of Women's Voters of Ventura County

ELEANOR Opening Night Proceeds to Benefit League of Women's Voters of Ventura County

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company is inviting the community to an Opening Night performance of Eleanor, a solo play celebrating the life and legacy of Eleanor Roosevelt.
Interview: BWW’s 'Kid Reporters' Chat With THE SOUND OF MUSIC’s Touring Von Trapp

Interview: BWW’s 'Kid Reporters' Chat With THE SOUND OF MUSIC’s Touring Von Trapp Kids

by Melissa Heckscher — May 4, 2026
BroadwayWorld Los Angeles' kid reporters talk with the young touring cast of THE SOUND OF MUSIC to find out what it's like to be part of one of Broadway’s most iconic shows and what actually happens behind the curtain.
RENT, WILD CHILD Premiere and More Set for Laguna Playhouse 2026-27 Season

RENT, WILD CHILD Premiere and More Set for Laguna Playhouse 2026-27 Season

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Laguna Playhouse has revealed its 2026–2027 season, ushering in a new era defined by vibrant new branding, and a lineup that includes Rent, the world premiere of Wild Child, and more.
The Blank Theatre's YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL Reveals 12 Winners

The Blank Theatre's YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL Reveals 12 Winners

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
The Blank Theatre's 34th annual Nationwide YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL selected 12 plays by playwrights aged 15–19 from nine states, with performances set for the Skylight Theatre in Los Feliz.
Photos: Hershey Felder in THE PIANO & ME at Ensemble Theatre Company in Santa Barbara

Photos: Hershey Felder in THE PIANO & ME at Ensemble Theatre Company in Santa Barbara

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara (ETC) and HFP LIVE are presenting the Southern California premiere of Hershey Felder starring in a new play, THE PIANO & ME, with book by Hershey Felder and dramaturgy by Jerry Patch.
Photos: IRONBOUND at the Madnani Theatre in Hollywood

Photos: IRONBOUND at the Madnani Theatre in Hollywood

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
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Photos: Emma Hunton, John Krause, and More in MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS

Photos: Emma Hunton, John Krause, and More in MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
The world premiere production of Millennials Are Killing Musicals has released all new production photos from The Colony Theatre in Burbank, CA.
Cole Triplett Will Bring Solo Debut DOOFUS to Hollywood Fringe Festival

Cole Triplett Will Bring Solo Debut DOOFUS to Hollywood Fringe Festival

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Houston alt-comedy performer Cole Triplett will bring their debut solo show, DOOFUS, to the Hollywood Fringe Festival at the Broadwater Black Box in Los Angeles, directed by Natasha Mercado.
Magical Katrina Will Bring I AM NOT A SPY. THIS IS A MAGIC SHOW to Hollywood Fringe

Magical Katrina Will Bring I AM NOT A SPY. THIS IS A MAGIC SHOW to Hollywood Fringe

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Award-winning magician and mentalist Magical Katrina will bring her one-woman show to the Hollywood Fringe Festival at Madnani Theater, featuring 45 minutes of comedic noir, sleight of hand, and mentalism.
LUSTILY EVER AFTER: THE MUSICAL Will Come to the Broadwater BlackBox This June

LUSTILY EVER AFTER: THE MUSICAL Will Come to the Broadwater BlackBox This June

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
LUSTILY EVER AFTER: THE MUSICAL, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection paroding romance and romantasy genres, will play at Broadwater BlackBox Theatre in Hollywood, directed by Broadway veteran Jenni Barber.
Photos: MUSICAL MONDAYS LA Marks 17th Anniversary in West Hollywood

Photos: MUSICAL MONDAYS LA Marks 17th Anniversary in West Hollywood

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
Last Monday, The Chapel at The Abbey was once again at capacity as Musical Mondays LA marked its 17th anniversary.
Extravaganza One Act Fest Releases 2024 and 2025 One-Act Play Collections

Extravaganza One Act Fest Releases 2024 and 2025 One-Act Play Collections

by BWW News Desk — May 4, 2026
The Extravaganza One Act Fest, a Los Angeles theater initiative led by Wolfgang Bodison, released two anthologies of original short-form plays developed through its rehearsal and performance process, now available in print and digital formats.
THE BLOODHOUND Immersive Experience To Be Presented By USC Themed Entertainment

THE BLOODHOUND Immersive Experience To Be Presented By USC Themed Entertainment

by BWW News Desk — May 3, 2026
The University of Southern California’s Themed Entertainment program will present “The Bloodhound,” a fully immersive theatrical production.
HYSTERICAL A Clown Thriller Will Play Hollywood Fringe Festival

HYSTERICAL A Clown Thriller Will Play Hollywood Fringe Festival

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Jackie Skinner will present HYSTERICAL, a clown thriller she wrote and performs, at Skiptown Playhouse in Los Angeles as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
Interview: Manuel Oliver of GUAC at The Kirk Douglas Theatre

Interview: Manuel Oliver of GUAC at The Kirk Douglas Theatre

by Melissa Heckscher — May 1, 2026
Manuel Oliver talks with BroadwayWorld about how GUAC, his one-man tribute to his son lost in the 2018 Parkland shooting, blends humor, grief, and activism into a deeply personal and unexpectedly life-affirming theatrical experience.
John Legend, Janelle Monáe, & More Join Los Angeles Jazz Festival

John Legend, Janelle Monáe, & More Join Los Angeles Jazz Festival

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
The Los Angeles Jazz Festival has revealed the first set of artists scheduled to appear as part of the inaugural festival’s Jazz on the Beach closing weekend, including John Legend, and Janelle Monáe, among others.
DOOM GIRLS Will Come to Broadwater BlackBox Theatre in June

DOOM GIRLS Will Come to Broadwater BlackBox Theatre in June

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
KADM Productions will present DOOM GIRLS, a new comedy by Jenni Chiaramonte, at Broadwater BlackBox Theatre in Hollywood.
Musical Theatre West Gets $65K Gift to Fund Broadway-Scale Orchestras for 2026 Season

Musical Theatre West Gets $65K Gift to Fund Broadway-Scale Orchestras for 2026 Season

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Musical Theatre West received a $65,000 gift from Joel and Karen Fierberg to fund expanded live orchestras across four productions in its 2026 Season of Dreams, including MAN OF LA MANCHA and IN THE HEIGHTS.

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