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A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL to be Presented at Broadway Palm
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Broadway Palm is spreading holiday cheer with the timeless family favorite A Christmas Story. Based on the beloved 1983 film, this musical captures all the warmth, nostalgia, and hilarity of Ralphie Parker's unforgettable childhood Christmas.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards
by BWW Awards - November 24, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs 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.
Springboard to Design Launches $150,000 Fundraising Campaign
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Broadway is set to welcome its next generation of groundbreaking designers through Springboard to Design, a tuition-free, immersive week-long program that empowers high school students from diverse communities to explore careers in theater design.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Lightscape Opens To The Public For 2025
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Brooklyn Botanic Garden officially opened Lightscape, its mile-long illuminated trail. Now in its fifth year, Lightscape has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors with luminous installations and light-splashed landscapes.
GNO Successfully Completes First Cycle Of International Tours Across Asia, Africa, and Europe
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
With La traviata in China, Golden Age in Italy and Cyprus, and Les Nuits d’été in South Africa, the Greek National Opera has successfully completed the first cycle of presenting its artistic work abroad for the 2025/26 season.
New York City Gay Men's Chorus Will Honor John Kander at Annual Gala HARMONY
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
This  very special evening includes: an open bar, three-course dinner, and entertainment with performances from the New York City Gay Men's Chorus and friends from Broadway.
ALL IS CALM Returns to Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida’s premier professional theatre, has announced the cast for ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914. Learn more about the show here!
Immersive New Musical MIDNIGHT AT FORBIDDEN CITY Will Receive Staged Reading With All-Asian Team
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
A staged reading of Midnight at Forbidden City, an immersive new musical inspired by the trailblazing Asian American performers of San Francisco's legendary Forbidden City nightclub.
Actress and Broadway League Alum Harriet Slaughter Dies at 88
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Harriet Slaughter, a Broadway actress and longtime director of labor relations at the League of American Theater Producers, died on November 12.
Eight O'Clock Theatre Will Launch $25k For 2025 Giving Tuesday Campaign With Community Event In Largo
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Eight O’Clock Theatre will launch its 2025 GivingTuesday campaign with a $25K for 2025 kickoff party on December 2 at Eddie’s Bar & Grill in Largo. The event, running from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., will mark the start of the organization’s effort to raise $25,000.
The Marcia P. Hoffman School Of The Arts At Ruth Eckerd Hall Partners with ProjectALCHEMY
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall is launching a new partnership with St. Petersburg-based dance company projectALCHEMY. projectALCHEMY’s vision aligns closely with the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts’ mission.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards
by BWW Awards - November 24, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines 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.
Student Blog: November's Here and Almost Gone
by Student Blogger: Cally Williams - November 24, 2025
Auditions for our spring semester shows are coming up. Last year I was auditioning for Between the Lines and As You Like It. Now, I’m getting ready for Urinetown and The Murder on the Orient Express. I ended up playing one of my very favorite roles in Between the Lines and am looking forward to working on our upcoming productions. I’m especially excited for Urinetown as a huge fan of satire, comedy and over the top musical theatre styles.
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.

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