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Review: THE LAST BLACK MESSIAH, Jack Studio Theatre

Review: THE LAST BLACK MESSIAH, Jack Studio Theatre

by Gary Naylor — May 1, 2026
Emeka Agada's new play has much to say, but would benefit from an edit down to an hour
LITTLE WOMEN, DIAL M FOR MURDER, and More Will Come to Buffalo Theatre Ensemble

LITTLE WOMEN, DIAL M FOR MURDER, and More Will Come to Buffalo Theatre Ensemble

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble announced its 40th anniversary season at Glen Ellyn's McAninch Arts Center, featuring LITTLE WOMEN, DIAL M FOR MURDER, and ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS.
Earthquake's Father's Day Comedy Show Will Come to NJPAC

Earthquake's Father's Day Comedy Show Will Come to NJPAC

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Earthquake's annual Father's Day Comedy Show returns to NJPAC in Newark, hosted by Sheryl Underwood, with performances by TK Kirkland, Donnell Rawlings, Mr.
Review: UCCELLINI (LITTLE BIRDS), The Coronet Theatre

Review: UCCELLINI (LITTLE BIRDS), The Coronet Theatre

by Cindy Marcolina — May 1, 2026
Ghosts, death, and the local fauna join the living in a house in the middle of the woods.
A PEOPLE Will Make Chicago Premiere From YI Love Jewish and Arts Judaica at Theater W

A PEOPLE Will Make Chicago Premiere From YI Love Jewish and Arts Judaica at Theater Wit

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
YI Love Jewish and Arts Judaica will present the Chicago premiere of A PEOPLE at Theater Wit, directed by Avi Hoffman, tracing 5,000 years of Jewish identity through music, vignettes, and monologues.
Yo-Yo Ma, Herb Alpert, and More Join the San Francisco Symphony in June

Yo-Yo Ma, Herb Alpert, and More Join the San Francisco Symphony in June

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony will present a month of Orchestral Series programs led by guest conductors, plus a special concert with cellist Yo-Yo Ma and a performance by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass at Davies Symphony Hall.
World Premiere of TIGER BRIDE Will Come to Soulpepper Theatre

World Premiere of TIGER BRIDE Will Come to Soulpepper Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Soulpepper Theatre will present the world premiere of TIGER BRIDE, a punk-rock song cycle adapted from Angela Carter's gothic short story, starring Dora Award-winning performer Hailey Gillis.
Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM From Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announce

Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM From Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announces

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company announced the cast and creative team for its 30th anniversary production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, directed by Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler at the Parkman Bandstand on Boston Common.
Dorset Theatre Festival Reveals Cast for DECEIVED and THE UNDERSTUDY

Dorset Theatre Festival Reveals Cast for DECEIVED and THE UNDERSTUDY

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Dorset Theatre Festival announced casting for two productions in its upcoming season, including the psychological thriller DECEIVED and Theresa Rebeck's backstage comedy THE UNDERSTUDY, featuring stage and screen veterans.
LA Phil Will Perform MUSIC FROM THE FILMS OF WES ANDERSON at the Hollywood Bowl

LA Phil Will Perform MUSIC FROM THE FILMS OF WES ANDERSON at the Hollywood Bowl

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
The LA Phil announced a star-studded lineup for Music from the Films of Wes Anderson at the Hollywood Bowl, featuring Beck, Jeff Goldblum, Karen O, Rufus Wainwright, and more across three nights.
Aaron Alcarez, Jade McLeod, and More Will Lead CONFESSIONS and ATALANTA: THE LONG SHO

Aaron Alcarez, Jade McLeod, and More Will Lead CONFESSIONS and ATALANTA: THE LONG SHOT

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
New York Theatre Barn's 19th season New Works Series will present excerpts from two new queer musicals, CONFESSIONS and ATALANTA: THE LONG SHOT, at Five Angels Theater in NYC, with live streaming available.
THE MAESTRO Will Come to Sierra Madre Playhouse

THE MAESTRO Will Come to Sierra Madre Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Sierra Madre Playhouse will present Domenico Cimarosa's IL MAESTRO DI CAPPELLA, reimagined by Source/Filter Music, featuring baritone Caleb Yanez Glickman as a pompous conductor with a 17-piece orchestra.
Photos: Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn and More Attend & JULIET Champions Night

Photos: Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn and More Attend & JULIET Champions Night

by Bruce Glikas — May 1, 2026
The Broadway production of & Juliet recently hosted a Champions Night, where the US Olympic Figure Skating team paid a visit to honor Laurie Hernandez, their friend and fellow Olympian in her Broadway debut.
Photos: THE FEAR OF 13's Adrien Brody Receives Sardi's Portrait

Photos: THE FEAR OF 13's Adrien Brody Receives Sardi's Portrait

by Bruce Glikas — May 1, 2026
Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody received his portrait at Sardi’s to celebrate his Broadway debut in Lindsey Ferrentino’s new play, The Fear of 13.
OZ Arts Nashville Will Host BRAVE NEW WORKS LAB 5th Annual Program

OZ Arts Nashville Will Host BRAVE NEW WORKS LAB 5th Annual Program

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
OZ Arts Nashville will present four world premieres in its 5th annual Brave New Works Lab, featuring choreographers Eboné Amos and Lenin Fernandez, a dance-theater collaboration, and an electro-futuristic operetta.
Photos: West Coast Premiere of HYMN Opens at Odyssey Theatre Ensemble

Photos: West Coast Premiere of HYMN Opens at Odyssey Theatre Ensemble

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
“Hymn,” a life-affirming new play written by Lolita Chakrabarti and directed by Gregg T.
ÀNIMA rinde homenaje a las profesionales de la ilustración en el Teatre Tívoli

ÀNIMA rinde homenaje a las profesionales de la ilustración en el Teatre Tívoli

by Adela González Pérez — May 1, 2026
El musical celebra el Día Internacional del Diseño antes de su adiós definitivo a la cartelera de Barcelona el 24 de mayo.
Última oportunidad para vivir la magia: HOUDINI, UN MUSICAL MÁGICO encara su semana

Última oportunidad para vivir la magia: HOUDINI, UN MUSICAL MÁGICO encara su semana final en Madrid

by Adela González Pérez — May 1, 2026
Tras celebrar 200 funciones, la producción de beon.
Los Teatros Luchana acogen el estreno de la comedia musical CASI SIEMPRE ES NAVIDAD A

Los Teatros Luchana acogen el estreno de la comedia musical CASI SIEMPRE ES NAVIDAD A VECES

by Adela González Pérez — May 1, 2026
Javier Lorenzo dirige esta propuesta de pequeño formato que explora el contraste entre el optimismo y el desencanto con música en directo de Nico Sans.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 1, 2026- Inside MISCAST26 with Lea Michele, Darren Cri

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 1, 2026- Inside MISCAST26 with Lea Michele, Darren Criss and More

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: GRACE PERVADES, Starring Ralph Fiennes & Miranda Raison

Review: GRACE PERVADES, Starring Ralph Fiennes & Miranda Raison

by Aliya Al-Hassan — May 1, 2026
Following a sell-out run at Theatre Royal Bath, David Hare's play, Grace Pervades, is a love letter to theatre, following the professional and personal partnership of legendary Victorian theatrical duo Sir Henry Irving and Ellen Terry.
Guest Blog: 'I Don’t Think You Have Seen This Before': Writer Titas Halder On The W

Guest Blog: 'I Don’t Think You Have Seen This Before': Writer Titas Halder On The World Premiere Of His New Play, FOAL

by Guest Author — May 1, 2026
I never thought once thought about what the songs were about when I was a kid, I was just trying to learn the basslines – but now, with a few brain cells more, listening to the lyrics, the thematics of these songs are revealed as lurid, dark, satirical, political.
Review: LIFE IN MOTION: A STORY TOLD THROUGH DANCE at Shadowbox Live!

Review: LIFE IN MOTION: A STORY TOLD THROUGH DANCE at Shadowbox Live!

by Paul Batterson — April 30, 2026
What did our critic think of LIFE IN MOTION: A STORY TOLD THROUGH DANCE at Shadowbox Live!?
TIMES ARE HARD FOR DREAMERS To Be Presented At The Green Room 42 In May

TIMES ARE HARD FOR DREAMERS To Be Presented At The Green Room 42 In May

by BWW News Desk — April 30, 2026
The Green Room 42 will present TIMES ARE HARD FOR DREAMERS, a cabaret evening produced by Natalie Kasper featuring an ensemble of NYC performers singing musical theater's most iconic songs of longing and hope.

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