Broadway Theatre Newsroom

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of YOUR OWN PERSONAL EXEGESIS at Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in Off-Broadway

See photos from opening night of The Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 production of YOUR OWN PERSONAL EXEGESIS, now playing at the Claire Tow Theater.

Pet Shop Boys To Headline Edinburgh's Hogmanay Celebrations
by Natalie O'Donoghue on December 06, 2022 in Scotland

The duo will welcome the arrival of 2023 with a greatest-hits show, performed to an audience gathered in Edinburgh from around the world

Video: Get a First Look at YOUR OWN PERSONAL EXEGESIS at Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3
by Show Highlights on December 06, 2022 in Off-Broadway

Get a first look at footage from The Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 production of YOUR OWN PERSONAL EXEGESIS, currently playing at the Claire Tow Theater.

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 12/4/22
by on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 12/4/2022.

Further Additions To Edinburgh's Hogmanay Celebrations
by Natalie O'Donoghue on December 06, 2022 in Scotland

Further additions to Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Programme including FREE New Year’s Day Sprogmanay and First Footin’ events

Previews: Check Out Photos from CEK TOKO SEBELAH at Rehearsal
by Rakaputra Paputungan on December 06, 2022 in Indonesia

Ernest Prakasa and Jakarta Movin's upcoming musical will have its run later this week. CEK TOKO SEBELAH is a 2016 movie directed by Indonesian comic Ernest Prakasa. Telling the story of a Chinese-Indonesian family, the film proved popular by critics and audience alike, winning a multitude of awards while also pulling in billions of rupiah in box office.

Video: THE GOOD FIGHT's Sarah Steele Performs S.O.S. by ABBA at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

Watch Sarah Steele perform a cover of SOS by Abba at 54 SINGS FOR PLANNED PARENTHOOD, a benefit for Planned Parnethood’s Action Fund.

Photos: First Look at THE LITTLE PRINCE at Taunton Brewhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in UK Regional

Get a first look at award-winning theatre company Metta Theatre and the team at Taunton Brewhouse's brand-new circus musical extravaganza The Little Prince, playing at the Somerset venue from 6 - 30 December, with a press night on 7 December, and a Ukrainian captioned performance on 28 December.

Photos: Matthew Modine & Cecilia Noble Join TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Get a first look at Matthew Modine and Cecilia Noble, now leading the new company of the critically acclaimed production of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird - a new play by Aaron Sorkin, directed by Bartlett Sher, currently running at the Gielgud Theatre, West End.

Voting Now Open For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sweden Awards
by BWW Awards on December 06, 2022 in Sweden

Voting is now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sweden Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Voting Now Open For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Vancouver Awards
by BWW Awards on December 06, 2022 in Vancouver

Voting is now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Vancouver Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Adriana Gaviria Appointed Co-Artistic Director of The Sol Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in Off-Broadway

Adriana Gaviria will join Jacob G. Padrón as co-Artistic Director of The Sol Project. Gaviria will assume the new role beginning December 12, 2022. 

WICKED is Coming to the Hobby Center in May 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in Houston

WICKED, Houston’s most popular musical, will return to the Hobby Center May 31 – July 2, 2023 as part of the Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center 2022-2023 Season. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, December 9 at 10AM.

Audra McDonald & More Nominated For TV Critics Choice Awards
by Michael Major on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

Audra McDonald, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Christine Baranski, Daniel Radcliffe, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Carol Burnett, John Lithgow, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Annie Potts, James Marsden, Chris Perfetti, and more have been nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards.

INTO THE WOODS Broadway Production is Coming to the Ahmanson Summer 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in Los Angeles

The Broadway production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony Award-winning triumph, “Into the Woods,” will play a series of exclusive engagements across the U.S. in 2023, including Center Theatre Group / Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles.

Derrick Adams to Create Large-Scale Artwork in New York Penn Station for Art at Amtrak Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in New York City

Amtrak has commissioned critically acclaimed multimedia artist Derrick Adams to create an expansive new work for Art at Amtrak, the year-round public art initiative recently launched at New York Penn Station. The installation marks the first time a single artist has taken over the entire concourse used for the program.

Claybourne Elder to Perform in THE SETH CONCERT SERIES December 6
by Team BWW on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

SiriusXM Broadway host Seth Rudetsky will have Claybourne Elder on the Seth Concert Series on December 6. Every week, Seth and one of his favorite Broadway stars will perform an intimate concert filled with Broadway tunes, Seth's signature hilarious interviews and even song requests from viewers requested in real time!

Joe's Pub IN CONCERT Series to Return to The Public Theater's Under The Radar Festival in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

Joe's Pub will present the return of In Concert, the venue’s annual series with fellow Public Theater program the Under the Radar Festival, which will run January 4-22, 2023.

NOTES FROM A SMALL ISLAND to Kick off The Watermill 2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

The Watermill will kick off its 2023 season with the brand-new stage adaption of Bill Bryson’s award-winning memoir NOTES FROM A SMALL ISLAND, affectionately celebrating the quirks and eccentricities of British life, adapted by BAFTA and Olivier Award winning playwright Tim Whitnall.

Bonnie Milligan of KIMBERLY AKIMBO Shares Pre-Show Rituals, Backstage Moments, & More!
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

BroadwayWorld is bringing you Words From the Wings, a new series of interviews that take fans behind the scenes of some of their favorite Broadway stars' backstage routines! Today we're chatting with Bonnie Milligan of Kimberly Akimbo, who told us all about her pre-show rituals, favorite backstage moments, and more!

Lightning Rod Special to Present Return Engagement of THE APPOINTMENT at WP Theater in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz on December 06, 2022 in Off-Broadway

Lightning Rod Special will present a return engagement of their critically acclaimed musical The Appointment, lead written by Alice Yorke (SPEECH), Eva Steinmetz (SIGN FELT!), Scott R. Sheppard (Underground Railroad Game), and Alex Bechtel (The Light Princess).

Review: HOUSTON BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER DAZZLES AUDIENCES WITH SPECTACLE AND HOLIDAY CHEER at the Wortham Theater Center
by Miranda Keating on December 06, 2022 in Houston

With more than 70,000 patrons seeing it every year, Houston Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER is one of the most celebrated traditions of the holidays, and rightfully so! Being performed for over 35 years, the production is full of incredible orchestrations, wonderful imagery, and a magical story to boot. Do not want to miss this magical event of the season!

Interview: Sarah Santee of DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS FIND YOUR HERO at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler on December 06, 2022 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Get ready to discover the hero inside us all when Disney On Ice returns to St. Paul with a magical adventure for the whole family! Audiences will discover what it truly means to be a hero as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from around the Disney Kingdom come together to take families on a journey through timeless tales when Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero skates into St. Paul, playing eight fun-filled performances from December 8-11, 2022 at Xcel Energy Center.

Review: A (Happy) Holiday: A Festive Season Reimagined
by The Marriage Matinee on December 06, 2022 in Indianapolis

It’s the holiday season and all reviewers are going to their required holiday shows... You know... Elf, A Christmas Story, A Christmas Carol. It's the same stuff, different year. Not this show. This is a brand new show by a unique writers' room collaboration called A (Happy) Holiday. Feeling down or out by the holidays while everyone one else around you has holiday cheer? This is the show for you. It's got everything -- singing, dancing, a unique story, and a drag queen. Who could honestly want more?

Previews: WONDERFUL LIFE (ONE-MAN SHOW) at American Stage Pop Up
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley on December 06, 2022 in Tampa/St. Petersburg

While it is not a regular occurrence to add a show mid-season, new producing artistic director Helen Murray wanted to do something fresh for the holidays. She and Jason Lott co-adapted the familiar story. Helen is directing what has been described as 'a stripped-down, raw, and emotional look at George Bailey's life.'

Interview: Theatre Under the Stars' Olivia Hernandez Dishes on the Magical Making of MARY POPPINS
by Audrey Morabito on December 06, 2022 in Houston

As the greatest time of the year approaches, there's no better way to get in the 'jolly holiday' spirit than with Theatre Under the Stars' production of MARY POPPINS! It's delightfully nostalgic, unabashedly joyful, and delivers all the warm fuzzy feelings—guaranteed. Running December 6th-24th at the Hobby Center, you can't miss this practically perfect production. TUTS' own Mary Poppins, Olivia Hernandez, sat down with me to share the ins and outs of the show from taking on this classic role to returning to the TUTS stage.

Review: THE KAT & DAVE SHOW: AN EVENING WITH DAVID FOSTER & KATHARINE MCPHEE at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Jay Pateakos on December 06, 2022 in Rhode Island

It was one of those shows that you did not quite know what to expect. Being an 80's kid, I knew the mastery of David Foster, mostly from my infatuation with Chicago, but didn't know if this show with singer-songwriter and wife Katharine McPhee would be more of a hit concert redux or a Christmas show or something completely different. It proved to be a wonderful mix of all.

Ben Platt, Halle Bailey & More Will Join Billy Porter on NEW YEARS ROCKIN' EVE
by Michael Major on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

ABC and dick clark productions have announced the star-studded lineup of performers for Disneyland, Los Angeles and New Orleans that viewers can expect to see during “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2023.” Joining the previously-announced Billy Porter are Ben Platt, Halle Bailey, Dove Cameron, and more.

Photos: Broadway Women's Alliance Hosts Screening of 'Women Talking'
by Bruce Glikas on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

Broadway Women’s Alliance hosted a special Broadway community screening of the new film Women Talking on Monday, December 5 at 6:30 pm. 

Sphinx Organization Announces SphinxConnect: Impact and Sphinx Competition in Detroit
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Michigan

Sphinx Organization, the largest and longest-standing convening dedicated to diversity and inclusion in classical music, celebrates its 25th anniversary this season, anchored by its annual convening, SphinxConnect: Impact, and the Sphinx Competition in Detroit, MI, January 26-28, 2023.

STOMP Will Close in New York City Next Month After Nearly 29 Years
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

The award-winning percussion, rhythm and comedy sensation, STOMP will end its (almost) 29-year run on January 8, 2023. STOMP's North American and European tours will continue to run.

Tickets Go On Sale For HADESTOWN at PPAC This Week
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Rhode Island

HADESTOWN, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will go on sale on Thursday, December 8, 2022.

Alexandra Palace Launches Weekend Performing Arts School For Children and Young People
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK Regional

Alexandra Palace has this week launched a new performing arts school, Young Stars, which will offer budding performers aged 7-18 the chance to hone their acting, singing and dancing skills, under the guidance of leading industry professionals.

Moy-Borgen & Boune's Office Party - Holiday Edition Comes to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

Two time MAC Award Nominees for Duo/Group Cheo Bourne and Lena Moy-Borgen are back with some intersectional holiday cheer! Moy-Borgen & Bourne's Office Party is coming to Don't Tell Mama on December 14th and 15th at 7pm.

YoungArts Announces 2023 Winners
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Miami Metro

YoungArts has announced the 2023 YoungArts award winners— 702 of the most accomplished young visual, literary and performing artists from across the country. YoungArts award winners join a distinguished community of artists and are offered creative and professional development support throughout their careers.

EVITA Revival Will Be Produced at A.R.T. in May 2023
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

A new revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s rock opera Evita is headed to the American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University in May 2023, led by Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Executive Director Kelvin Dinkins, Jr. The A.R.T., in association with Shakespeare Theatre Company, will produce Evita May 14 - July 16, 2023 at the Loeb Drama Center in Harvard Square.

FEELING GIFTY? We Are! Check out Selections for Food and Wine Lovers
by Marina Kennedy on December 06, 2022 in Food + Wine

Now is the time for some serious holiday shopping. We have collected our favorites for food and wine lovers.

Tickets On Sale Now For A DOLL'S HOUSE Starring Jessica Chastain
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

Tickets for the upcoming Broadway revival of A Doll's House, starring Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain, are now on sale to the general public.

Butcher, Baglio, and Estes Will Perform at Extend Play Sessions at The Fallout Shelter Next Month
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Boston

Soul-infused guitarist, songwriter, producer, Jon Butcher (Axis, Barefoot Servants) energetic rock guitarist and songwriter Sal Baglio (The Amplifier Heads, Tom Hambridge & The Rattlesnakes, The Stompers), and legendary singer-songwriter, Allen Estes joined forces earlier this year to form a rock, soul, acoustic and blues infused trio that highlight the strengths of each of these celebrated musicians.

Orlando Gay Chorus Presents A HoliGAY Spectacular This Month
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Orlando

The Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) is excited to present its performance of A HoliGAY Spectacular at the Rosen Event Center (11184 S. Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32836) on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 7:30pm and Sunday, December 15, 2022 at 3:00pm. OGC reprises its concert on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 7:30pm at The Ritz Theater (201 Magnolia Ave., Sanford, FL 32771).

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Paper Mill Playhouse Charms Audiences with a Magnificent Production
by Marina Kennedy on December 06, 2022 in New Jersey

Paper Mill Playhouse is heralding the holiday season with their magnificent production of The Sound of Music through Sunday, January 1.

NSMT Presents Benefit Reading of THE SEAVIEW NURSING HOME FOR THE NEWLY DECEASED
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Boston

Now, over two years later, in Steven's memory, Karen Nascembeni and Bill Hanney present a one night only benefit reading of Nate Bertone's new play The SeaView Nursing Home for the Newly Deceased, hosted at North Shore Music Theatre on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at 7 p.m.

Leeds Playhouse Creates Opportunities For Theatre Designers as Part of £1m Jerwood Arts Programme
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK Regional

Leeds Playhouse is creating a series of career-boosting opportunities for Yorkshire-based theatre designers – including two one-year placements – supported by the Jerwood Developing Artists Fund.  

Overture Galleries' Winter Exhibits Display A Range Of Human Identity and History, Explore Roots
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Madison

​​​​​​​ Overture Galleries' winter 2022 exhibitions are now on display in Galleries I, II and III through Sunday, March 5. Plus, a new exhibit opens in Playhouse Gallery on Tuesday, Dec. 13 and runs through Sunday, Feb. 26. The exhibits feature 32 local and regional artists.

Play BroadwayWorld's Daily Word Game - 12/6/2022
by Team BWW on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

Today's BroadwayWorld Daily Word Game is now live - can you guess today's word or phrase? The solution can be any theatre related word or phrase - a show title, performer, recognizable lyrical phrase, and more.

Theatre Deli SHIFT+SPACE 2023 Line-Up Announced
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK Regional

From January - May 2023, Theatre Deli will present the third season of their celebrated rapid development programme.

Theatre NOVA Presents SUGAR PLUM PANTO Beginning This Week
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Michigan

Theatre NOVA, Ann Arbor's resident nonprofit professional theatre, continues its 2022-23 season of in-person full-length productions with “Sugar Plum Panto” by Carla Milarch and R. MacKenzie Lewis, which runs December 9 through December 31, 2022.

Richard Maxwell Premieres FIELD OF MARS at NYU Skirball
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Off-Off-Broadway

NYU Skirball will present the world premiere of Field of Mars, a commissioned work by award-winning playwright/director Richard Maxwell and New York City Players, running Jan. 19 – 29, 2023 at NYU Skirball as part of the Under the Radar festival.

Dada Masilo's THE SACRIFICE Will Embark on Tour in February
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK Regional

The UK premiere of South African choreographer Dada Masilo's The Sacrifice, inspired by two seminal works - Igor Stravinsky's monumental score and Pina Bausch's dancework The Rite of Spring - promises to be one of the highlights of the early 2023 arts calendar. A 14-venue tour, presented by Dance Consortium, opens at Brighton Dome on 21 and 22 February swiftly followed by shows at Sadler's Wells on 24 and 25 February.

THE DOG SHOW Premieres at The Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Off-Off-Broadway

The Dog Show, a darkly humorous family drama that explores memory, forgiveness, and storytelling, will run at The Players Theatre in Greenwich Village from January 12-29, 2023.

'Embracing Kindness' Embracing Our Differences Announces Winners Of The 2023 Exhibit
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Sarasota

Since 2004, Embracing Our Differences has used the power of art and prose to promote diversity. One way it achieves this is through its annual, juried international outdoor art exhibition comprising 50 billboard-sized works of art, each accompanied by an inspirational quotation.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

AT THIS PERFORMANCE…  returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from SIX THE MUSICAL; & JULIET;  KIMBERLY AKIMBO; ALMOST FAMOUS; MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG; KINKY BOOTS and BAT OUT OF HELL.  

Review: A CHRISTMAS GAIETY, Royal Albert Hall
by Franco Milazzo on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Drag queens are rarely charged with the crime of being understated so it is hardly surprising that San Fran’s Peaches Christ and her co-host Edwin Outwater chose to partner up with the Royal Albert Hall for the UK debut of their perennial Christmas show.

Chris Davis' ONE-MAN NUTCRACKER Brings Holiday Cheer and The Sugar Plum Fairy To Philadelphia
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Philadelphia

Get ready to experience The Nutcracker like you've never seen it before. Award-winning actor and writer Chris Davis brings Marie, Fritz, creepy Uncle Drosselmeyer, the mice, and even the Sugar Plum Fairy to life in his hysterical and surprisingly moving show One-Man Nutcracker.

JINKX AND DELA Are Revolutionaries With A Holiday Show
by Stephen Mosher on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show sold out Town Hall this year, and it should sell out Town Hall every year.

BLUES IN THE NIGHT Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre in January
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Los Angeles

According to the legendary Billie Holliday, “Blues is to jazz what yeast is to bread.” With 26 glorious, hot, torchy songs fueling BLUES IN THE NIGHT, a powerful cast of singers plumb the innermost reaches of their hearts, sharing the heartbreak and humor of life and the indomitable will to do more than survive.

Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Restaurant Presents A CHRISTMAS FOR CAROL
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Rhode Island

Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant has announced that limited tickets are remaining for the world premiere of A Christmas for Carol – a hilarious holiday farce. 

Vivid Stage Celebrates Its Friends at Gala Next Month
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in New Jersey

Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, is holding its annual gala fundraiser on Saturday, January 21, 2023. The party will be held at Calvary Church, 31 Woodland Avenue, in Summit from 6pm-10pm.

INTO THE WOODS Will Bring Broadway Cast to Cities Across America
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

The Broadway revival of James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods, which concludes its engagement at the St. James Theatre on January 8, play engagements in select cities across the United States. Learn more about the cast, where the show will be, how to get tickets, and more!

Almeida Theatre Announces Casting and New Almeida Young Company Productions
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

The Almeida Theatre has announced initial casting and two new Almeida Young Company productions. Learn more about the lineup here!

Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of ORLANDO at the Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Orlando officially opened last night at London's Garrick Theatre. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!

Greenbrier Valley Theatre Presents The Met Opera' FEDORA Next Month
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in West Virginia

Umberto Giordano’s exhilarating drama returns to the Met repertory for the first time in 25 years.

BABYLATERNA is Now Playing at the Estates Theatre in Prague
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Prague

Toddlers aged 6 months to 3 years and their adult companions will enter the theatre, which will turn into babies’ magic world – tempting, charming and inviting to make new discoveries.

Deafinitely Theatre Release The Final Talking Hands Films As Part Of Its 20th Anniversary Celebrations
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

As part of its 20th Anniversary celebrations, Deafinitely Theatre, in association with Paines Plough, today release the final two films in their Talking Hands series. The short films are each performed in British Sign Language and were created as a response to the deaf experience of the coronavirus pandemic, extending Deafinitely Theatre's commitment to providing opportunities to deaf artists at a time when creative live theatre wasn't possible.

THE NUTCRACKER Comes to Topeka This Week
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Wichita

For forty-five years, Ballet Midwest has been entertaining audiences with the magical Nutcracker Ballet set to the unforgettable score by Tchaikovsky. Join Clara at a Christmas Eve party where she receives a gift that will soon take her on a fantastic journey.

THE HEARTBREAK CHOIR Comes to ASB Waterfront Theatre Next Year
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in New Zealand

There’s been a bit of drama in the local choir. Splintering off from the original group, a small band of oddballs have gathered in a quintessentially country town hall to begin again. It’s cold, it’s musty and the heater is on the blink. But they’ve got a new name, they’ve got their voices and they’ve got each other. All they need now is a song to sing. Will our heroes find a way to harmonise?

DIE CSÁRDÁS-FÜRSTIN is Now Playing at Den Norske Opera
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Norway

She’s from the world of showbiz and he from business. She’s part of the colourful, queer theatrical culture, while he’s from an upper-class family with old money and new clothes.   Sylva and Edwin hit it off all the same. Much to the dismay of his parents. Besides, Stasi is the one he should be marrying. But Sylva is undeterred by prejudice, class difference or ingrained attitudes.  

FAUST is Now Playing at Opera Ballet Vlaanderen
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Belgium

Faust is a disenchanted scholar, fruitlessly seeking the deepest truth. In exchange for his soul, the devil promises him a life of pleasure, culminating in one perfectly happy moment. This unlikely duo is driven by recognizable desires with a dark shadow: from tragic love to blind progress. Finally, redemption awaits, but the road there is a rollercoaster of striving, falling, and getting back up again and again. Faust, that's us. 

VARDY V ROONEY Will Move To The Ambassadors Theatre In April 2023
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Due to popular demand, Vardy v Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial will play for a strictly limited run at the Ambassadors Theatre in the West End, opening on 6 April – 20 May 2023. The final 4 remaining performances at the Wyndham's Theatre on 6th, 13th and 20th Dec 2022 and 10th January 2023 are now sold-out.

Show of the Month: Save up to 50% on JERSEY BOYS
by Aliya Al-Hassan on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Show of the Month: Save up to 50% on Jersey Boys. Winner of over 65 international awards, and seen by over 27m people worldwide, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to London’s West End, playing to nightly standing ovations.

VIDEO: Lea Michele Sings 'I'm the Greatest Star'; She's Heard from Barbra
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

Lea Michele performed 'I'm the Greatest Star' from Funny Girl on Late Night With Seth Meyers on Monday, December 5. The episode aired from 12:35-1:35 a.m. ET on NBC is available to stream today on Peacock.

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of ORLANDO, starring Emma Corrin?
by Aliya Al-Hassan on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Michael Grandage directs Emma Corrin in Neil Bartlett’s joyous new adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s modern masterpiece – Orlando. Leading an eleven-strong company in a bold new staging, Olivier Award nominee Emma Corrin returns to London’s West End in one of the most surprising stories in the English language.

Cast Announced For TITUS ANDRONICUS at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Shakespeare’s Globe is delighted to announce the cast of Titus Andronicus, directed by Jude Christian (Dark Night of the Soul, Nanjing, Shakespeare’s Globe).

New Sound Stage Monologues to Explore the Black British Community's Relationship With the Covid-19 Vaccine
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Scotland

Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Stockroom in Association with Naked Productions present the Sound Stage audio premiere of Blaccine First Dose,  three new monologues which investigate the Black British community's relationship with the Covid-19 vaccine in January 2023.

The Hammonds Band Celebrates 25 Years Of Performances at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK Regional

The ever-popular Hammonds Band returns to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre next month for a fabulous afternoon of the best of brass music.

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Reading Rep Theatre
by Imogen Usherwood on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

This small-scale production chimes with the spirit of Christmas in the Cratchit house by making the most of everything it has to create plenty of good cheer.

WE WILL ROCK YOU Returns to the West End in 2023
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

21 years after it first exploded into the West End, Queen and Ben Elton’s smash hit show ‘We Will Rock You’ returns to London next year for an historic, strictly limited 12-week residency at the London Coliseum – the same iconic stage which saw Freddie Mercury’s Royal Ballet gala performance in 1979.

Provincetown Theater Presents 5th Annual Townie Holiday Extravaganza This Month
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Boston

Over the weekend before Christmas, the Provincetown Theater returns the tradition of ringing in the yuletide season on its playhouse stage at 238 Bradford Street in Provincetown, Massachusetts by gathering up the community for the annual Townie Holiday Extravaganza!

Review: RUINATION, Royal Opera House
by Alice Cope on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

The concept of a Greek tragedy as a Christmas show may seem contrary or unusual, but in fact this entire performance is built on such contradictions.

Fifteenth Annual Papatango New Writing Prize Opens For 2023 Submissions
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

The Papatango New Writing Prize, now in its fifteenth year, opens for submissions on 6 December 2022, until 9pm on Sunday 5 February 2023.

Eshaan Akbar Adds Extra Date To Debut Live Tour, THE PRETENDER
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK Regional

Due to demand, comedian Eshaan Akbar is adding an extra date to his first ever solo live tour. Having sold out his first show in Liverpool, Eshaan will return to the Hot Water Comedy Club on 16th April 2023 at 9.30PM.

Video: First Look at Northlight Theatre's GEORGIANA & KITTY: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
by BroadwayWorld TV on December 06, 2022 in Chicago

All new video footage has been released for Northlight Theatre's new production of Georgiana & Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley, running now through Christmas Eve.

Gerald Santos Named 'Entertainer of the Year' Anew at 35th Aliw Awards
by Oliver Oliveros on December 06, 2022 in Philippines

The Aliw Awards Foundation, a pioneer in giving recognition to Filipino live entertainers in diverse categories, gave its top award, Entertainer of the Year, anew to international singer-actor Gerald Santos, who won the same prize in 2020. The 35th Aliw Awards were presented at the Manila Hotel Fiesta Pavilion on December 5.

ARCHIE'S WEIRD PARODY Comes to Theatre Row Next Month
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Off-Off-Broadway

After a SOLD OUT show 11/11/22 at Don’t Tell Mama,“Archie’s Weird Parody,” written by Neil Klein and directed by Ley Nikfarjam is returning, bigger and better, this time January 13-29 at Theatre Row. 

Kevin Hart Will Return to the U.K With 2023 REALITY CHECK Tour
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Emmy and Grammy-nominated, box office sensation Kevin Hart announced his highly anticipated return to the U.K for April 2023. The comedy icon will be taking his new Reality Check tour on the road for shows across the U.K. including a massive show at London's The O2 with additional stops in Birmingham and Manchester before concluding in Glasgow on 29th April.

Jerwood Arts Commits £1 Million to Early-Career Artist Development Programmes
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Jerwood Arts has announced £1million of funding for leading arts organisations to deliver transformative programmes tailored to what early-career artists, curators and producers need now.

Chelsea Table + Stage Presents Valentine's Day Show SO THIS IS LOVE, A Cabaret With Mikayla Petrilla
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

Chelsea Table + Stage has announced tickets for its new Valentine's Day show, SO THIS IS LOVE, a Valentine's Day Cabaret With Mikayla Petrilla on February 11th, 2023 at 7pm.

Max Crumm Joins Bebe Neuwirth, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, and More in VILLAIN: DEBLANKS
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

On Wednesday, December 14, funny, fabulous, fan-favorite Max Crumm (Disaster!, Grease) is joining the stellar line-up for NYC's monthly fill-in-the-blanks comedy, Villain: DeBlanks.

San Francisco Opera Releases Fourth Installment of Centennial Celebration Project, 'Streaming The First Century'
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in San Francisco

San Francisco Opera's centennial celebrations continue with the addition of a fourth installment of Streaming the First Century, the Company's free online hub for historic performance recordings, interviews and contemporary conversations.

The Doris Dear 2022 Christmas Special Joins Forces with The Alzheimer's Association
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Cabaret

Celebrating her seventh year of holiday magic, award winning artist Doris Dear, “America's Perfect Housewife”, announces that the “Doris Dear 2022 Christmas Special, Christmas Through the Ages'”will be raising funds for The Alzheimer's Association.

GROUNDHOG DAY Will Return to the West End in 2023 Starring Andy Karl
by Aliya Al-Hassan on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

The Old Vic has announced the return of the critically acclaimed hit show, Groundhog Day, directed by Matthew Warchus, with book by Danny Rubin, and music and lyrics by Tim Minchin.

Repertory Dance Theatre Presents EMERGE 2023
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Salt Lake City

Returning for the seventh season, Repertory Dance Theatre presents an evening of choreography by the RDT dancers and Artistic Staff with dancers from the community. EMERGE 2023, presented in the Leona Wagner Black Box Theatre, will feature all-new choreography featuring performers and groups from across the Wasatch Front. 

The Garden Of Unearthly Delights Invites Adelaide To 'Come Together' in 2023
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Australia - Adelaide

The Garden of Unearthly Delights is thrilled to announce a sensational new entertainment program for its 21st anniversary season in 2023 – on sale now!

Embrace The Festivities Of The Holiday Season With The Utah Symphony
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Salt Lake City

The Utah Symphony has a long history of bringing its community together through music at the holidays—and this year is no different!

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Melbourne Season Extended
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Australia - Melbourne

Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera is currently wowing audiences and critics alike at Arts Centre Melbourne. Due to incredible demand the Melbourne season will be extended until February 18th with tickets for the new performances on sale today.

Gillian English Returns to Adelaide Fringe With 2 WEDDINGS & A BABY
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Australia - Adelaide

Tickets are now on sale for the multi-award winning Gillian English's new stand up show '2 Weddings & a Baby'.

Young Australian Broadway Chorus Presents SPRING AWAKENING
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Australia - Melbourne

Eight-time Tony Award-winning musical Spring Awakening returns to Melbourne this January for a limited season at the Meat Market, North Melbourne. Presented by the Young Australian Broadway Chorus, Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence into adulthood through a compelling fusion of morality, sexuality and rock and roll.

TINKERBELL AND THE DREAM FAIRIES Comes to Athenaeum 2
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Australia - Melbourne

This Summer school holidays, the adventurous Tinkerbell will fly into Melbourne’s Athenaeum Theatre and meet up with the fairies from A Midsummer Night’s Dream to create an enchanting world of song and dance. 

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Comes to Athenaeum Theatre
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Australia - Melbourne

This summer, tumble down the rabbit hole and join Alice on her adventure through Wonderland at Melbourne’s Athenaeum Theatre. 

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS Returns to Royal Botanic Gardens This Summer
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Australia - Melbourne

The must-do summer tradition for families - The Australian Shakespeare Company's The Wind in the Willows - is returning to the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens to enchant and entertain audiences of every age.

Ellis Paul Will Ring in the New Year With Three Nights of Live Music at Club Passim
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Boston

 Folk Singer/Songwriter Ellis Paul will close out 2022 with four performances spread over three days at his second home, Club Passim. The concerts are an annual New Year's tradition with Paul bringing along some talented friends for a night of stories and great live music.

Park Theatre Will Sell Posters To Raise Funds For Rigging, Lighting, and Sound
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in New Hampshire

The Park Theatre in Jaffrey has hundreds of posters in its inventory from past movies, concerts, and other events. Now you can have one of these large “one-sheet” posters that measure 40” high by 27” wide in your own home. The Jaffrey theatre is conducting a fundraising sale of the posters in their lobby on Saturday, December 10, from 11am to 4pm. Poster range in price from $5 to $35. 

State Theatre New Jersey Presents THE NUTCRACKER With American Repertory Ballet
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in New Jersey

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Nutcracker with American Repertory Ballet for five performances on Friday, December 16 at 7:30pm; Saturday, December 17 at 2pm and 7pm; and Sunday, December 18 at 1pm and 5pm. These are the only American Repertory Ballet performances featuring a live orchestra and choir.

Photos: Drama League President Bonnie Comley Hosts Holiday Mixer With Gabriel Stelian-Shanks and Bevin Ross
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy on December 06, 2022 in Off-Broadway

Bonnie Comley, who is starting her second of a four-year term as President of the Board of Directors, hosted a Holiday Mixer with Executive Director Bevin Ross, Artistic Director Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, board members, Directors Project alumni, and invited guests.

Kathy Zimmer Comes to The Mercury Lounge
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Rockland / Westchester

Kathy Zimmer returns to the Mercury Lounge on December 20, at 7:45PM. Opening at 6 PM are singer-songwriters Angie Pastor and Jackie Evans.

MOXIE Productions and The Grange Hall Cultural Center Welcome Valerie David's Solo Show, BAGGAGE FROM BaghDAD
by Stephi Wild on December 06, 2022 in Vermont

Performer/playwright Valerie David of New York City returns to the Grange Hall Cultural Center on Sunday, December 11, 2022 @ 3 pm performing in her award-winning solo show, Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father's Daughter, as well as being GHCC's 2022 Artist-In-Residence recipient for the second time.

Review: ORLANDO, Garrick Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

On the surface it might seem impossible to adapt Orlando for the stage, but Neil Bartlett and director Michael Grandage have achieved a warm and witty play that is also a welcome antidote to today's culture wars.

Wake Up 12/6: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Opening Night Coverage, and More!
by on December 06, 2022 in Broadway

Top stories include coverage from opening night of A Beautiful Noise, featuring Neil Diamond himself! Plus, Fat Ham is headed to Broadway, and more!

Review: WICKIES: THE VANISHING MEN OF EILEAN MOR, Park Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina on December 06, 2022 in UK / West End

Playwright Paul Morrissey explores a fascinating case, transforming it into a boutique paranormal thriller whilst trying to explain the lead-up to their disappearance. Directed by Shilpa T-Hyland, Wickies: The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor is a good alternative to the Christmas stories that traditionally haunt London at this time of year.

Presentation House Theatre Launches 2023 Winter/Spring Season
by A.A. Cristi on December 06, 2022 in Vancouver

To get us through the coming months of cold, Presentation House Theatre presents a roster of returning audience favourites - from the award-winning Driving Me Crazy to the heartwarming Learning and Forgetting, the 2023 Winter/Spring season offers a host of playful productions to suit every palette.