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Review: Davidsen, an ISOLDE for the Ages, Alongside Spyres' Splendid TRISTAN in Wagner at the Met
by Richard Sasanow - Mar 10, 2026

Voice! Voice! And more voice! That’s what we got from the Met’s new production of Wagner’s TRISTAN UND ISOLDE last night, especially from the glorious soprano of Lise Davidsen as the Irish princess Isolde, with no small help from her Tristan, baritenor Michael Spyres.

Review: MRS. CHRISTIE at Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park
by Caroline Conard - Mar 10, 2026

It’s very seldom these days that an original play check sall the boxes, yet Mrs. Christie manages to do exactly that. A fantastical show with mystery, quirky characters, and deeper themes, Mrs. Christie is sure to have something for everyone!

Taylor Iman Jones To Star In Two River Theater and Deaf West Theatre's ELEPHANT SHOES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026

Taylor Iman Jones will star as Roxy in the world premiere co-production of Elephant Shoes, alongside Daniel Durant and James Olivas, presented by Two River Theater and Deaf West Theatre.

THE OUTSIDERS, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Revealed as Part of Walton Arts Center's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

During a live sneak peek event, Walton Arts Center announced the 2026-27 Procter & Gamble Broadway Series, featuring six shows. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

Review: FAT HAM at Orlando Shakes
by Benoit Teves - Mar 10, 2026

Orlando Shakes’ production of FAT HAM is a sensory-rich, unapologetically Black, and proudly queer reimagining of Hamlet that trades Shakespearean tragedy for hard-won joy. Set against a stunningly detailed backyard cookout, Je’Shaun Jackson’s stylized performance as Juicy anchors a vivid ensemble that navigates familial duty and identity with breakneck pace and ear-watering humor. Ultimately, this breath of fresh ai' production asks the vital modern question: to be what others expect, or to be unapologetically yourself?

Taylor Iman Jones To Star In World Premiere Musical ELEPHANT SHOES At Two River Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026

Two River Theater and Deaf West Theatre have revealed Taylor Iman Jones (Six The Musical, Head Over Heels) will star as Roxy in the world premiere co-production of Elephant Shoes.

Bergen County Players To Host Post-Show Talkback With Dan Daily, Star Of Broadway Production of THE CAKE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026

Bergen County Players will host a talkback with Dan Daily, star of THE CAKE, after the March 20 performance at The Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, NJ.

THE FRESH FRUIT FESTIVAL Unveils Lineup at The Wild Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

The Fresh Fruit Festival Mainstage will present a series of LGBTQ+ performances at The Wild Project, NYC, featuring bold and inclusive theatrical works.

Review: PRIMARY TRUST at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Steve Murray - Mar 9, 2026

TheatreWorks and director Jeffrey Lo must have been licking their chops with the chance to produce the regional premiere of Eboni Booth’s Pulitzer Prize winning Primary Trust. In Lo’s skillful hands, and with a seasoned powerful cast, Primary Trust is a winner – both deeply emotional and full of hope.

Jackie Burns, Noah J. Ricketts, and More Will Lead Industry Reading of WILD ABOUT YOU
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026

The new musical WILD ABOUT YOU will hold a 29-hour reading with an invitation-only industry presentation on March 23rd, followed by a first developmental production in early 2027.

SHOOTING STAR Extends Run at The Actors Company LA Due to Popular Demand
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026

Due to strong audience response and growing word of mouth, Shooting Star: A Rock & Roll Journey Through Cancer, the new play with music written by Joe Salazar, has extended its run.

Interview: Kyle Taylor Parker on Music Circus, Showtunes, What Makes Sacramento Special, and More!
by Courtney Symes - Mar 8, 2026

One of the most infamous figures in history, Judas Iscariot, leads a cast of icons in Broadway at Music Circus’ staging of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar. Kyle Taylor Parker returns to the round as Judas and, under Glenn Casale’s direction, looks forward to entertaining Sacramento beginning March 13th. Parker was last seen at Music Circus in 2024’s Jersey Boys as Hal Miller, and we are so glad he’s back. BroadwayWorld spoke to him about his prolific career, getting into character to play a villain, and what makes this re-imagining of the classic so special.

Photos: Theatreworks Silicon Valley Presents Pulitzer Prize-Winning PRIMARY TRUST
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2026

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is presenting the regional premiere of PRIMARY TRUST, the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama–winning play by Eboni Booth, running March 4–29 at Lucie Stern Theatre in Palo Alto. Check out photos of the production.

Interview: Director Carol Fisher and THE CAKE at Bergen County Players
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 6, 2026

The play, written by Bekah Brunstetter is a touching dramedy that explores how faith collides with love when a devout Christian baker refuses to create a wedding cake for the daughter of a deceased best friend because it will be a lesbian marriage. 

Cast Set for A THIRD WAY at Open Space Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2026

Open Space Arts has revealed the cast for its Chicago premiere of A Third Way, a sharply funny, deeply compassionate new play that reimagines what love, marriage, and family can look like in the 21st century.

New Cast of Hogwarts Students Join HBO HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026

Several young performers have joined the cast of the HBO Harry Potter series as Hogwarts students. Among the new additions are stage alums Cian Eagle-Service, Jazmyn Lewin and Laila Barwick. 

THE OUTSIDERS, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Set For Broadway in Hollywood 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The 2026-27 season has been announced for Broadway in Hollywood, which will feature seven Los Angeles premieres direct from Broadway, a rock theatrical  classic, and the return of two Broadway blockbusters.

Listen: Anne Hathaway Performs New Pop Song 'Burial' From MOTHER MARY
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 5, 2026

The first full song from Mother Mary is here. The upcoming movie features Anne Hathaway as the titular pop star, and audiences can get a new listen to Hathaway's vocals in the newly released single 'Burial.'

Bergen County Players Will Open THE CAKE With Special Community Event
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

Bergen County Players (BCP) is turning up the heat for the opening of Bekah Brunstetter's hit dramedy, The Cake, with a special community-focused promotion. Learn more here!

THE OUTSIDERS, BEETLEJUICE, and More Set For Marcus Performing Arts Center 2026/27 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The Marcus Performing Arts Center will present the 2026/27 Johnson Financial Group Broadway season, featuring a lineup of acclaimed shows in Milwaukee. Learn more here!