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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.