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Actors Theatre of Louisville to Host THE STORYTELLING REVOLUTION
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
Actors Theatre of Louisville will present The Storytelling Revolution Festival, a new work festival celebrating bold new stories that explore the wonder and complexity of our time.
Tickets Now on Sale for HAMILTON at The Kentucky Center
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
Tickets to the National Tour of Hamilton Louisville are on sale now. A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. Hamilton is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton.
BORDEN: A NEW MUSICAL To Be Featured In Voices HEaRd : A Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
BORDEN: A New Musical, exploring the Lizzie Borden case, will be featured at the Voices HEaRd Festival in Lexington, Kentucky, showcasing the work of NYC-based creators and a leading Borden scholar.
Market House Theatre to Debut HEAT LIGHTNING, a Play on Memory and Choices
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Market House Theatre will premiere HEAT LIGHTNING, a reflective play that delves into the impact of early choices and memories on our lives. Directed by Kathy Pingel, the play explores the intriguing concept of revisiting past decisions through a dramatic narrative.
Kentucky Performing Arts To Present DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE At The Brown Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
Kentucky Performing Arts will present Dinosaur World Live at the Brown Theatre in Louisville. The family-friendly production features life-like dinosaur puppetry and an interactive post-show experience.
Kentucky Performing Arts to Present KEEPERS OF THE DREAM: BEYOND THE DREAM
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Kentucky Performing Arts will present Keepers of the Dream: Beyond the Dream., honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through performances and presentations.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Louisville Awards
by BWW Awards - January 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Louisville Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Louisville Orchestra to Present Free Spring Community Concerts
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2026
The Louisville Orchestra will present a series of free community concerts across various venues this spring, aiming to bring classical music to a wider audience.
Kentucky Performing Arts to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With KEEPERS OF THE DREAM: BEYOND THE DREAM
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2026
Kentucky Performing Arts will present KEEPERS OF THE DREAM: BEYOND THE DREAM, a free community celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The event will include a festival, staged performance, and award presentations at The Kentucky Center.
Kentucky Performing Arts To Present TREVOR WALLACE: THE ALPHA BETA MALE At The Brown Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Kentucky Performing Arts will present comedian Trevor Wallace in The Alpha Beta Male on January 9 at the Brown Theatre in Louisville, featuring material from his widely popular stand-up tour.
Nikki Glaser to Bring THE STUNNING TOUR to the Kentucky Center
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
Comedian Nikki Glaser's The Stunning Tour is making 29 stops across Europe and North America beginning in June, including The Kentucky Center in Louisville.
THE BUNCO SQUAD ROLLS AGAIN to Kick Off The New Year At Derby Dinner Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
Derby Dinner Playhouse will present the world premiere of the comedy 'The Bunco Squad Rolls Again'. 'The Bunco Squad Rolls Again' celebrates friendship and connection and is filled with characters that feel like your neighbors and family.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Louisville Awards; GREASE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Louisville Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Eagles Tribute TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT Comes to the Brown Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2025
Featuring some of the industry's most talented musicians and vocalists, this 100% live tribute show will bring the iconic sounds of the Eagles to life. Learn more aboutt he show here!
Kentucky Performing Arts Will Appoint Rayshawn Payton-Kilgore To Foundation Board
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Kentucky Performing Arts has announced the appointment of RayShawn Payton-Kilgore to its Foundation Board of Directors. Payton-Kilgore brings experience in data systems, consulting, and community engagement to the role.
Feature: 10 Questions with Director Naomi Wayne of SRING AWAKENING at PRISM Performing Arts
by Taylor Clemons - December 16, 2025
​​​​​​​Naomi Wayne took some time to answer some questions about PRISM's inaugural production of Spring Awankening!
AN EVENING WITH PETER BILLINGSLEY AND A CHRISTMAS STORY is Coming to Kentucky Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
Kentucky Performing Arts will present An Evening with Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story at The Brown Theatre. The evening will begin with a movie screening, followed by a moderated conversation.
UNDER THE STREETLAMP: HIP TO THE HOLIDAYS is Coming to Kentucky Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Kentucky Performing Arts will present Under the Streetlamp: Hip to the Holidays. Under the Streetlamp brings their signature retro-cool charm to Louisville for a holiday show packed with doo-wop, Motown, and rock ’n’ roll favorites.
Kentucky Performing Arts To Present JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Kentucky Performing Arts will present JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS at the Kentucky Center’s Bomhard Theater. The concert will feature original holiday material, classic Christmas selections, and highlights from McLaughlin’s catalog.
AN ACOUSTIC CHRISTMAS WITH OVER THE RHINE Coming To The Kentucky Center
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
91.9 WFPK will present Over the Rhine in an acoustic holiday performance at the Kentucky Center’s Bomhard Theater. The longtime folk duo is known for reflective songwriting, rich harmonies, and a distinctive seasonal catalog.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band To Bring CREOLE CHRISTMAS To The Kentucky Center
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Kentucky Performing Arts will present Preservation Hall Jazz Band in their Creole Christmas program on December 10. The concert will feature New Orleans jazz standards and holiday selections arranged in the band’s signature style.
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Presented by Broadway Across America at Kentucky Performing Arts
by Taylor Clemons - December 05, 2025
Original musicals that aren’t based on movies are becoming all too rare these days. Most of the fare tends to be adaptations of popular films, and these musicals can vary in quality. However, every once in a while, something fresh or unique breaks through and becomes a success. It makes me so happy that is what happened with the 2023 Best Musical Tony Winner Kimberly Akimbo.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Kentucky Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Dog Man: The Musical will be presented at the Brown Theatre. This epic musical romp captures the humor and heart of Dav Pilkey's beloved characters, including the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club.
Kentucky Performing Arts ArtsReach To Present THE BLACK BOY NARRATIVES
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Kentucky Performing Arts ArtsReach program will present THE BLACK BOY NARRATIVES on November 30 at the Kentucky Center’s MeX Theatre. The community-centered event will feature staged table readings, a writing workshop, live music, and a vendor market.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...

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