Back to Nubia: Stories from the Making of AIDA After 25 Years
by Caitlin Hornik - Dec 6, 2025
In honor of the Aida’s 25th anniversary, BroadwayWorld spoke to stars Heather Headley (Aida), Adam Pascal (Radames), Sherie Rene Scott (Amneris), Schele Williams (Nehebka), as Thomas Schumacher (original producer and Disney Theatrical Group chief for its first three decades), lyricist Tim Rice, and book writer David Henry Hwang to compile an oral history of the show’s early days, transition to Broadway, and legacy beyond the boards.
Photos: SCROOGE! THE MUSICAL At Chance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025
Chance Theater will present SCROOGE! THE MUSICAL, the stage adaptation of the Albert Finney film featuring book, music, and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse. See photos of the production.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Presented at Portland Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
Portland Stage is bringing back the timeless tale of love, family, and the spirit of goodwill this holiday season with A CHRISTMAS CAROL, directed by Michael Dix Thomas, the Education Director at Portland Stage.
Video: Ebenezer Scrooge's BIG San Diego Christmas Show
by Michael Major - Dec 5, 2025
The Old Globe has released new video footage of Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show. The cast for Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show includes James Joseph O’Neil as Actor 5 (Ebenezer Scrooge).
Photos: A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Open at Beef & Boards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre is ushering in the holidays with the timeless tale that has captured hearts for generations in the one-hour production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. See photos!
Review: Treat Yourself to a Lush A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Chesapeake Shakespeare, through December 23, 2025
by Cybele Pomeroy - Dec 5, 2025
Run, do not walk, to see A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Chesapeake Shakespeare in Baltimore. This adaptation of the classic tale sets the events of Ebenezer Scrooge’s fateful evening in Baltimore and surrounding areas and is infused with joy and merriment. The cast is simply amazing; in fact, the craftsmanship on every level from acting to technical details to house management is remarkable. Gregory Burgess continues to portray an amazingly believable Ebenezer Scrooge.
Video: Milwaukee Rep 50th Anniversary Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
A Christmas Carol celebrates its 50th anniversary through December 24, 2025, in the historic Pabst Theater, making it the second longest professional production of A Christmas Carol in the United States. Check out video highlights of the production.
Review: STRAIGHT NO CHASER'S HOLIDAY ROAD at Palace Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Dec 5, 2025
Straight No Chaser has been a holiday tradition with many repeat attenders because their show doesn’t easily fit into a preset gift box. They are either a comedy group that harmonizes extremely well or an a cappella group that thrives because it doesn’t take itself too seriously. If you take away either skill, SNC would ferment quicker than eight day old eggnog.
Tickets to THE OUTSIDERS in Chicago on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has revealed that single tickets for the Tony Award winning Best Musical, THE OUTSIDERS, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola's landmark motion picture will go on sale.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Pabst Theater
by Cathy Jakicic - Dec 4, 2025
Though the Milwaukee Rep is presenting its 50th season of 'A Christmas Carol,' this year, the current production has the freshness and energy of a debut. Returning as Scrooge, Matt Daniels brings back his nimble physicality and vocals, making Dickens familiar words full of surprises. Whether grumpy or giddy, this Scrooge is an energetic sight to behold.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Goodman
by Zac Thriffiley - Dec 4, 2025
This year's timeless and timely production, under the thoughtful yet daring direction of Malkia Stampley, runs through December 31.
Review: ELF THE MUSICAL at Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Dec 4, 2025
Thanks to Buddy the Elf, ELF THE MUSICAL has plenty of holiday cheer. Jack Ducat has large shoes to fill as the beloved film character Buddy, a now adult man raised on the North Pole by Santa (Andrew Hendrick) and his elves— who must then venture into the wilds of New York City to meet his human father. Will Ferrell’s performance in the original 2003 film is embedded in the holiday movie zeitgeist — so it’s a big ask.