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THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN to Open Alley Theatre's Season 80
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026

Alley Theatre's Season 80 will kick off with The Girl on the Train, directed by Casey Stangl, featuring the Resident Acting Company in Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel's adaptation of Paula Hawkins' bestselling novel.

A CHORUS LINE and More Set for Geva Theatre 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026

Geva Theatre in Rochester, NY, led by Artistic Director Elizabeth Williamson, will present a dynamic 2026/27 season featuring musicals, dramas, and new works, starting with A CHORUS LINE in September.

Review: DA VINCI CODE - SAKRILEG (National Tour, Germany)
by André Böke - Mar 13, 2026

The touring company Showslot—best known for its high-end musical productions—has now brought Dan Brown’s thriller “The Da Vinci Code” (published in Germany as “Sakrileg”) to the travelling stage, following its adaptation of “Murder on the Orient Express”. With striking visual flair and a brisk, dynamic narrative style, the production scores highly, delivering an evening of suspenseful and thoroughly entertaining theatre.

Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions for Houston Actors for Its 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2026

Alley Theatre will host open auditions for Houston actors for its 2026-2027 season. They are seeking a cast of Houston talent of all genders, ethnicities, body types, and abilities.

Alley Theatre Unveils 80th Season - ROMEO AND JULIET, THE SHARK IS BROKEN and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026

Alley Theatre has unveiled its 80th Season. Featuring timeless favorites, playful comedies, and provocative new works, including  A Christmas Carol, The Girl on the Train, and many more. 

Rufus Hound Will Lead JACK & SARAH World Premiere at The Mill at Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

Actor Rufus Hound will lead the cast in the world premiere of JACK & SARAH at The Mill at Sonning, marking a significant addition to the theatre's season. Learn more here!

SHEAR MADNESS, ANYTHING GOES, and More Set For The Mill at Sonning 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026

The Mill at Sonning has announced the rest of its in-house productions for the whole of 2026, following the previously announced farce Cash On Delivery by Michael Cooney, running 5 February - 4 April. Learn more here!

Palo Alto Players To Present Bay Area Regional Premiere Of THE DA VINCI CODE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025

Palo Alto Players will present the Bay Area regional premiere of THE DA VINCI CODE, adapted for the stage by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel from Dan Brown’s bestselling novel.

THE DA VINCI CODE Comes to Tacoma Little Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025

Tacoma Little Theatre will open its 107th season with Dan Brown's bestselling novel, The Da Vinci Code, brought to life on the stage as a regional premiere. 

Review: THE DA VINCI CODE at Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Sep 25, 2025

It’s a marvelously entertaining thriller that audiences are likely to flock to, because it has a sense of awe-inspired fun that you seldom find in the theater. It's high-tech Agatha Christie, and perfect for the Fall.  

Interview: Michael Locher of THE DA VINCI CODE at the Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Sep 22, 2025

To me, this iteration of THE DA VINCI CODE feels like it leans more towards the book in pure content, but at the same time, you can look at the film and our stage adaptation as sort of accomplishing similar tasks.

Cast and Creative Team Set for THE DA VINCI CODE at Alley Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025

Alley Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team of The Da Vinci Code. Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel adapt Dan Brown’s hit novel. See who is starring and learn more!

THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN is Coming to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

A new UK Tour of the Wiltshire Creative Production of The Girl on the Train is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre this June. Learn more about the show here!

Constellation Reveals 25/26 Theatrical Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025

Constellation Stage & Screen announced its 2025/26 theatrical season, featuring an exciting mix of Tony-winning musicals, thrilling mysteries, world premieres, and fun-filled shows for families.

Circus Themed CATS & More Lead Chicago's May 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 30, 2025

Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for May 2025 include Paramount Aurora's CATS and more.

THE DA VINCI CODE to be Presented at Vertigo Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

Vertigo Theatre will preset THE DA VINCI CODE by Rachel Wagstaff & Duncan Abel, based on the novel by Dan Brown. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE DA VINCI CODE, Salisbury Playhouse
by Cheryl Markosky - Apr 16, 2025

As I'm probably one of only a handful who hasn't read the book or seen the film of The Da Vinci Code, I was looking forward to the play based on Dan Brown's bestselling novel of 2003 described as thriller, mystery and treasure hunt.

DEATH COMES TO PEMBERLEY Will Come to The Mill at Sonning and Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025

The world premiere stage production of P.D. James's best-selling novel is a tale of love, betrayal, and intrigue set in Regency England. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Jeff Parker to Lead the Cast of the THE DA VINCI CODE Regional Premiere at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

Drury Lane Theatre has revealed the cast for its thrilling Chicago Premiere of The Da Vinci Code, based on the novel by Dan Brown, adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel, and directed by Elizabeth Margolius. Learn more!

Alley Theatre Reveals Resident Acting Company Cast for its 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025

Alley Theatre has revealed the Resident Acting Company cast for its 2025-26 Season. The 2025-26 Resident Acting Company includes Elizabeth Bunch, Michelle Elaine, Dylan Godwin, Chris Hutchison, Melissa Molano, David Rainey, and Christopher Salazar. We have all of the details here.