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Washington Pavilion Will Host Conversation with Chevy Chase and Screening of NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Come to the Washington Pavilion to celebrate National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, with a special screening of the film followed by a live conversation and Q&A with Chevy Chase, and his wife Jayni.
Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Will Celebrate Valentine's Day With ENDLESS LOVE
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Grab your valentine and join the superstar vocalists Chester Gregory and Shayna Steele along with the WSO for a romantic evening of classic love songs for the ages! Learn more here!
Review: LES MISERABLES at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - November 24, 2025
An epic musical is taking the stage this week as Des Moines Performing Arts gets ready for an epic change of its own. This week, it was announced that Monica Holt will take over as President and CEO of Des Moines Performing Arts, succeeding Jeff Chelsvig, who is retiring. A big thank you to Jeff Chelsvig for the work he has done over the years, introducing so many to the power of the performing arts. The epic tale taking the stage at Des Moines Performing Arts is none other than the return engagement of “Les Misérables.”
Pianist Yuja Wang's PLAYING WITH FIRE: AN IMMERSIVE ODYSSEY is Now at Philharmonie de Paris
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
A bold reimagining of the classical concert experience has made its world premiere at Musée de la musique – Philharmonie de Paris. Learn more about the event here!
Alleyway's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns With New Adaptation
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Alleyway Theatre has announced its annual production of the Charles Dickens holiday classic, A CHRISTMAS CAROL. This season, the company presents a new adaptation by playwright Daniel F. Lendzian.
Interview: 'An Image For ROAM is An Eternal Flame': Ramin Karimloo And Diego Rodriguez on ROAM
by Kat Mokrynski - November 24, 2025
On 23 November, ROAM A New Musical premiered in a staged concert production at the Shaftesbury Theatre. The show, with music and lyrics by Alexander Sage Oyen and a book by Michael Dovid, tells the story of a nomadic clan and their familial relationships using a roc-pop-Romani fusion score. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Ramin Karimloo, who plays Yoska, and Diego Rodriguez, who plays his son, Pesha. We discussed what it has been like preparing for the one-night performance, what it is like performing in revivals versus new work and even get their thoughts on mirrors in a rehearsal room!
SHORT+SWEET HOLLYWOOD Reveals 2025 Season Winners
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Short+Sweet Hollywood’s 2025 season has officially concluded, with winners announced during a ceremony on Sunday led by Festival Director Ashley Karp and Producer Soda Persi.
Spiegel Haus Melbourne Expands Summer Programming With MIDSUMMA Shows And Latin New Year’s Eve Celebration
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Spiegel Haus Melbourne will expand its summer offerings with a lineup of cabaret, comedy, circus, and nightlife programming, while also serving as the official artist bar for Midsumma 2026.
A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS Brings World-Class Acrobatics And Holiday Spectacle To Chicago
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS will begin performances tomorrow at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre for a strictly limited one-week engagement through November 30.
Video: Micaela Diamond Performs 'Ordinary Girl' from THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
A new video has been released featuring Micaela Diamond performing “Ordinary Girl” from The Seat of Our Pants, the world premiere musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder’s The Skin of Our Teeth.
Wagner Ensemble Will Present CELEBRATIONS AROUND THE WORLD” HOLIDAY CONCERT On December 21
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Wagner Ensemble, under the direction of Jeannine Wagner, will present Celebrations Around the World, a holiday concert showcasing seasonal music from across cultures and centuries.
KIND STRANGER … A MEMORY PLAY To Make West Coast Premiere At Zephyr Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Ed’s Filmworks will present the West Coast premiere of Kind Stranger … a memory play, a new theatrical work adapted entirely from the memoirs of Tennessee Williams.
Theatre 40 Will Present Free Holiday Story Readings In December
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Theatre 40 will present its annual holiday story readings on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 2 p.m. at the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre, 241 S. Moreno Dr. in Beverly Hills.
Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale Will Present Holiday Brunch Series And New Year’s Eve Celebration
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale will present a series of holiday-themed Sunday drag brunches along with a New Year’s Eve dinner, live show, and Masquerade Ball. Events will run from November 30 through December 31 and will feature performances by the Aquanettes and guest hosts Nicolette and Velvet Lenore.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns For One Weekend Only At The Weinberg Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Maryland Ensemble Theatre will return its annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL to the Weinberg Center for the Arts for a three-day engagement December 12–14, 2025.
Plethos Productions And Chanticleers Theatre Will Present THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON This December
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Plethos Productions and Chanticleers Theatre will bring THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON to Castro Valley for a limited run December 5–14, 2025.
CHICAGO, A BRONX TALE, AND RENT IN CONCERT Come to MPAC In Winter 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Mayo Performing Arts Center will launch the new year with a schedule that includes CHICAGO, A BRONX TALE starring Chazz Palminteri, and RENT IN CONCERT.
Nominations Announced for the 2025 BESSIE AWARDS
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The New York Dance and Performance Awards, known as THE BESSIES, will announce the 2024 and 2025 honorees at a ceremony on January 20 at Dixon Place. This year’s nominations span choreography, performance, design, and revival categories.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Unveils December Programming
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens will present a full schedule of classes, demonstrations, and cultural programs throughout December, including Tea Day, kamishibai storytelling, and workshops centered on Japanese art traditions.
David Byrne & Mala Gaonkar’s THEATER OF THE MIND Now On Sale At Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Goodman Theatre will present THEATER OF THE MIND as part of its Centennial 25/26 Season beginning March 11, 2026. The immersive experience by David Byrne and Mala Gaonkar has already sold out nearly 200 performance time slots in its first two weeks of sales.
A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS Continues At Lyric Opera
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago will continue performances of A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS, the new operatic and orchestral staging of The Smashing Pumpkins’ 1995 double album.
AIRMW To Present TAIKO LEGACY 22 At The Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Asian Improv Arts Midwest will return to the MCA Chicago with TAIKO LEGACY 22, featuring performers from Tsukasa Taiko and collaborating artists from Chicago and San Francisco.
Photos: Oil Lamp Theater’s IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY Runs Through December 28
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Oil Lamp Theater is presenting IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, adapted by Joe Landry and directed by Lauren Katz, through December 28 at 1723 Glenview Road. The production will run approximately two hours including intermission.
Hell In A Handbag Productions To Host 2025 Benefit THE HANDBAG FOLLIES In December
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Hell in a Handbag Productions will hold its annual benefit, THE HANDBAG FOLLIES, on December 7, 2025 in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood. The event marks the ensemble’s 24th year and will feature a condensed, Handbag-style take on the musical Follies.
The Group Rep To Present Thornton Wilder’s OUR TOWN
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Group Rep will stage Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play OUR TOWN under the direction of Mareli Mitchel-Shields. The production will highlight themes of community, family, and daily life in early 20th-century America.

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