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Review: How Founding Fathers Found Love in MAHAR KEMERDEKAAN
by Rakaputra Paputungan - December 12, 2025
On August 24, the theater production company Broadwayang put on their latest production, Mahar Kemerdekaan (“The Dowry of Independence”) at Gedung Kesenian Jakarta. It’s based on the true story of Indonesia’s founding fathers and how their love lives intertwine with the struggle for independence.
Feature: Remembering the Angelic Songstress Nancy LaMott Thirty Years Later: An Appreciation
by Elliot Lanes - December 12, 2025
Tomorrow December 13th marks the 30 year anniversary of the passing of the great songstress Nancy LaMott after a valiant fight with uterine cancer. She was only 43 years old.
Review: THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, starring Nicola Coughlan and Siobhán McSweeney
by Cindy Marcolina - December 12, 2025
Considered the first Irish “state of the nation” play, it’s now turned into a historical vignette imbued with hoarse black comedy. Its long placid rests are interrupted regularly by blazes of humorous energy: it entertains, but the pacing is slightly too slow for it to be full-on engaging. It’s a worthy curiosity.
Review: SLEEPING BEAUTY, Beacon Arts Centre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 12, 2025
A spellbinding love story about the beautiful Princess Aurora banished to a faraway land to keep her safe from the wicked sorceress, Carabosse who places an evil curse on her that if she pricked her finger before her 21st birthday, she would die! Little did she know that the Queen cast a counter-spell to Carabosse’s curse, ensuring that if Aurora ever did prick her finger on a spindle, she wouldn’t die, but sleep peacefully until woken by true love’s kiss
Review Roundup: What Did The Critics Think of Jordan Fein's INTO THE WOODS?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2025
What happens after Happily Ever After, after all? In Sondheim and Lapine’s beloved musical retelling of the Grimm classics, a parade of familiar folktale figures find their way “Into the Woods” and try to get home before dark—under the guidance of Mark Lamos, who dazzled us with A Little Night Music in 2008. What did the critics think of Jordan Fein's revival?
William Wallace hip hop musical 'Wallace' to tour Scotland
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 12, 2025
Following its sell-out run at A Play, A Pie and a Pint, this thrilling new musical, presented by an award-winning team, returns as a fully fledged production
Review: ALISON SPITTLE: BIG, Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - December 12, 2025
Alison Spittle: BIG begins with Spittle entering the stage wearing a costume made out of colourful loofahs, before pulling it off to reveal a sequined outfit underneath. But this isn’t just a costume reveal - Spittle confesses to the audience that, while she is still fat (and has been since she was eight), she has recently lost a considerable amount of weight. BIG is about not only the weight loss journey, but Spittle’s relationship with her body over the years.
Review: THE RED SHOES, Sadler's Wells Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - December 12, 2025
I couldn't help but get swept away by The Red Shoes. A rich blend of romantic storytelling and cinema, this production showcases the best Matthew Bourne has to offer as a love letter to ballet in its purest (and most haunting) form. If you're unable to find a production of The Nutcracker this holiday season, a trip to Sadler's Wells will more than suffice.
Review: INTO THE WOODS, Bridge Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 12, 2025
Having brought their extraordinary theatrical concepts to the all-conquering Fiddler on The Roof, director Jordan Fein and designer Tom Scutt reunite to bring lucky London audiences a gorgeously dark and heartfelt version of James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's Into The Woods. 
Interview: Javier Muñoz Talks WONDER of American Repertory Theater's New Musical
by R. Scott Reedy - December 12, 2025
Javier Muñoz has starred in the Broadway productions of both “In the Heights” and “Hamilton,” so it’s safe to say he knows his way around leading roles in high-profile projects.
Ya a la venta las entradas de SIX El Musical en Madrid
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - December 12, 2025
El fenómeno internacional que reescribe la historia de las esposas de Enrique VIII llega al Teatro Gran Vía en septiembre de 2026
Acclaimed Playwright Amy Freed To Write New Adaptation Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL For South Coast Repertory
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
South Coast Repertory will commission award-winning playwright Amy Freed to write a new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, with Artistic Director David Ivers set to direct.
Sutter Street Theatre To Present THE VELVETEEN RABBIT
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Sutter Street Theatre will stage THE VELVETEEN RABBIT, adapted by James Still from the story by Margery Williams. Directed by Allen Schmeltz, the family-friendly production explores memory, imagination, and childhood connection. Performances will be presented at Sutter Street Theatre.
Alabama Shakes To Bring 2026 Spring Tour To Clearwater
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Alabama Shakes will bring their 2026 spring tour to Clearwater with a performance at The BayCare Sound, featuring special guest Lamont Landers. The GRAMMY Award-winning trio is known for albums including Boys & Girls and Sound & Color.
Photos: Meredeth Willson’s MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET At The Playhouse On Rodney Square
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
For the first time, the beloved holiday classic, Meredith Willson’s Miracle on 34th Street The Musical,  makes a stop at The Playhouse on Rodney Square in Wilmington, DE for a limited engagement. See photos!
Wilmington Concert Opera to Present First US Tribal Language Opera LOKSI SHAALI'
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Indigenous-led Opera Company Wilmington Concert Opera will present the first US Tribal Language Opera “Loksi’ Shaali’' by Chickasaw Composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate.
BLACK CARPET III to Make Debut on Shea’s Buffalo Theatre Stage
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Buffalo Fashion Runway will present Black Carpet III, presented by The John R. Oishei Foundation, arriving at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre for the very first time.
Brit Floyd to Perform at the Des Moines Civic Center in 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
BRIT FLOYD is preparing to take their award-winning laser and light show, massive circular screen, inflatables, and theatrical concert experience back on the road in 2026. Brit Floyd will perform at the Des Moines Civic Center.
BEEHIVE Comes to the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Beehive is coming to the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma in 2026. Before Adele, Beyoncé, Taylor, and Gaga… there was Aretha, Tina, Carole, and Janis. Performances run February 11, 2026 - March 1, 2026.
OKCELLO Comes to the Discovery Theatre in February
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
OkCello is coming to Anchorage in February. The performance is set for Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:30pm at the Discovery Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
Ruby Slippers Theatre To Present THE BAKING SHOW SHOW: THE PLAY
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Ruby Slippers Theatre will present THE BAKING SHOW SHOW: THE PLAY, a dark comedy by Faly Mevamanana, in Burnaby and North Vancouver. Directed by Jasmine Chen.
Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery Marks 50th Anniversary At Staller Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
The Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery at Stony Brook University is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a visual retrospective highlighting past exhibitions and artists. The project reflects the Gallery’s history of presenting work by leading contemporary artists alongside student and faculty exhibitions.
Photos: IndieSpace Reveals Recipients Of Their 2025 Pay Your People Grants
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
IndieSpace, an organization established to disrupt the ongoing displacement of small theaters and to create a new model for equitable funding. See photos from their event!
National Youth Opera Academy to Launch Summer Training With The Young Voices Of The Santa Fe Opera
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
The National Youth Opera Academy, in collaboration with the Young Voices of the Santa Fe Opera, will offer an intensive new summer program for aspiring high school vocal artists.
The Ballet Hispánico School to Hold 2026-27 Audition Tour For Student Dancers
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
The Ballet Hispánico School will present 2026-27 Audition Tour. Ballet Hispánico is searching for the next generation of student dancers for the La Academia Pre & Professional Program, Pro-Up Intensive, and more.

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