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THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Will Come to Duluth Playhouse

THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Will Come to Duluth Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Duluth Playhouse will present Shakespeare's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS at the NorShor Theatre, featuring Twin Ports-area performers alongside Great Lakes Theater company member James Alexander Rankin in a modern reimagining of the classic slapstick comedy.
FLOYD COLLINS, PRESS, and More Set For Firehouse Theatre Season 33

FLOYD COLLINS, PRESS, and More Set For Firehouse Theatre Season 33

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Firehouse Theatre announced its 33rd season under incoming Artistic Director Katrinah Carol Lewis, featuring four contemporary plays including CONFEDERATES, FLOYD COLLINS, WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME, and world premiere PRESS.
Berkshire Theatre Group Reveals Fall 2026 Lineup at The Colonial Theatre

Berkshire Theatre Group Reveals Fall 2026 Lineup at The Colonial Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group announced its fall lineup at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, MA, featuring tribute concerts, comedy, and live storytelling, including ORLEANS, THE ULTIMATE CHER EXPERIENCE, and AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Come to Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Come to Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island will present FIDDLER ON THE ROOF as part of its 49th season, featuring Jacob Medich as Tevye and Sarah Hayes as Golde, directed by Georgette Kleier.
The Music Center Appoints Julia Diamond To Lead Artistic And Programming Division TMC

The Music Center Appoints Julia Diamond To Lead Artistic And Programming Division TMC Arts

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
The Music Center appointed Julia Diamond as senior vice president of TMC Arts, its programming division.
Cast Set For THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Cygnet Theatre

Cast Set For THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Cygnet Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Cygnet Theatre announced the cast and creative team for THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, directed by Katie Banville, featuring songs by Aerosmith, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, and more, running at The Joseph Clayes III Theater in San Diego.
SORRY FOR LAUGHING Solo Play Will Come to Westport Country Playhouse

SORRY FOR LAUGHING Solo Play Will Come to Westport Country Playhouse

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present the first public reading of SORRY FOR LAUGHING, a new solo work written and performed by Evan Zes, exploring caregiving and family during Covid.
Video: SCHMIGADOON! Celebrates RENT 30th Anniversary With 'Seasons of Love' Sing-Alon

Video: SCHMIGADOON! Celebrates RENT 30th Anniversary With 'Seasons of Love' Sing-Along

by BWW News Desk — May 1, 2026
Following a recent performance, the Schmigadoon! cast led the audience in a sing-along of 'Seasons of Love' in honor of the 30th anniversary of RENT.
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.

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