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Photos: Jodi Benson as The Witch in INTO THE WOODS at Dr. Phillips Center

by Stephi Wild — July 7, 2026

All new photos have been released of Jodi Benson as the Witch in Into the Woods at Orlando's Dr.

Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour

by Stephi Wild — July 7, 2026

Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.

Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026

by Team BWW — July 6, 2026

In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic

THE ROCKET MAN SHOW to Open DNA Productions Season at Garden Theatre on Plant

by A.A. Cristi — July 1, 2026

Single tickets are on sale for THE ROCKET MAN SHOW, an Elton John tribute concert at Garden Theatre on Plant in Winter Garden, FL.

Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour

by Stephi Wild — June 29, 2026

The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.

Pompano Beach to Open Four New Summer Art Exhibitions Across Cultural Venues

by A.A. Cristi — June 24, 2026

The City of Pompano Beach will present four exhibitions this summer spanning identity, transformation, and community across the Ali Cultural Arts Center, Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, and Pompano Beach Cultural Center.

BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps

by BWW Staff — June 24, 2026

Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.

AN EVENING WITH THE ORLANDO VOCAL COLLECTIVE to Make Debut at 1010 West

by A.A. Cristi — June 23, 2026

Creative City Project will present AN EVENING WITH THE ORLANDO VOCAL COLLECTIVE, an intimate 75-minute show featuring 11 singers and a four-piece band performing arrangements spanning Janet Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire, Beyoncé, and Michael Jackson.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY to Join DNA Productions' 2026-2027 Season

by Stephi Wild — June 22, 2026

DNA Productions announced IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY as an addition to its 2026-2027 Theatrical Series at Garden Theatre on Plant in Winter Garden, FL.

DISCO BOOTS to End Its Run at Renaissance Theatre Company

by A.A. Cristi — June 18, 2026

Renaissance Theatre Company's immersive Studio 54-inspired show DISCO BOOTS has drawn over 3,000 guests and will conclude its final extension in Orlando, featuring live singers, dancers, drag performers, and themed nights.

STRANGER THINGS 5 Coming to Universal for Halloween Horror Nights

by Josh Sharpe — June 17, 2026

The Upside Down is returning to Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights this season.

WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall

by Stephi Wild — June 17, 2026

The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour

by A.A. Cristi — June 16, 2026

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.

Interview: CeeJay Joseph of DOWNHILL THE PLAY at Education Is Cool, Get One!

by Julie Gardieff — June 13, 2026

Prior to seeing the production of Downhill the Play, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the play's star, Orlando native, Mr.

Florida Kids & Family Expo to Feature Character Meet & Greets at Orange County Convention Center

by A.A. Cristi — June 12, 2026

The Florida Kids & Family Expo will host character meet and greets with princesses, superheroes, pirates, and Star Wars characters at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.

FLORIDA'S FUNNIEST COMEDIANS to Take the Stage at Pompano Beach's The Hive This Summer

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 10, 2026

Florida's Funniest Comedians will bring a summer comedy series to The Hive Black Box Theater in Pompano Beach, featuring regional stand-ups and nationally touring performers.

NO TENORS ALLOWED Summer Concert Series to Launch Opera Orlando's 2026-27 Season

by Stephi Wild — June 10, 2026

Opera Orlando will present NO TENORS ALLOWED, a summer concert series featuring sopranos Nola Richardson, Yeawon Jun, and Johanna Will across three consecutive Sunday performances at Dr.

CITYARTS RETROSPECTIVE: CELEBRATING 20 YEARS to Open at CityArts Orlando

by A.A. Cristi — June 9, 2026

The Downtown Arts District will present CITYARTS RETROSPECTIVE: CELEBRATING 20 YEARS, marking two decades of artistic innovation in Downtown Orlando with exhibitions, live entertainment, and a limited-edition wine collaboration with Assemblage Wine and artist Boy Kong.

Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from May 2026

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Orlando SHOWS

	THE PROM Theatre at St. Luke's (8/06-8/16)
	Death Trap Little Theatre New Smyrna Beach (8/27-9/06)
	Songs for a New World Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (8/28-8/30)
	Madame Butterfly Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (10/02-10/04)
	Disney Finding Nemo, Jr. Athens Theatre (1/22-2/07)
	The Shark Is Broken Athenaeum Theatre One (10/15-11/08)
	Hadestown (Non-Equity) King Center for Performing Arts (4/20-4/21)
	The Wizard of Oz Athens Theatre (4/16-5/09)
	Hamilton (Angelica Company) Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (9/29-10/18)
	Gothic Attitude Gothic Attitude (4/16-1/16)
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