Geoff Packard

Review: NOISES OFF at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - Aug 31, 2026

. During a roughly 20-minute near silent stretch the cast execute a near flawless, complex, scene employing “Controlled Chaos”. Even the most `curmudgeonly of audience members find themselves rolling along with the rest of the crowd.

The Encore To Open Season 18 With QUEEN TRIBUTE
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 25, 2026

The Encore Musical Theatre Company launches its 18th season with Queen Tribute, a four-performance concert celebrating one of the most influential and electrifying rock bands of all time.

Photos: Lesli Margherita, Erin Davie and More in NOISES OFF at Barrington Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos of Barrington Stage Company's production of Michael Frayn’s uproarious backstage comedy Noises Off, directed by Gordon Greenberg.

Erin Davie, Lesli Margherita, and More Set For NOISES OFF and DEAD GIRL'S QUINCEAÑERA at Barrington Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026

Barrington Stage Company announced casts and creative teams for NOISES OFF, directed by Gordon Greenberg, and the world premiere of DEAD GIRL'S QUINCEAÑERA, a co-production with Goodman Theatre and Hartford Stage.

Taylor Swift Tribute Concert Coming to Encore Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026

Catch a live Taylor Swift tribute at Encore Musical Theatre in Dexter, MI, March 12–15, featuring Broadway performer Chelsea Packard and hits like 'Cruel Summer.'

DEFYING GRAVITY: A Concert Celebration Of Stephen Schwartz Comes To The Encore Musical Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

The Encore Musical Theatre Company invites audiences to experience DEFYING GRAVITY, a thrilling concert event celebrating the iconic music of legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz.

The Encore to Open 17th Season With Tribute Concert To Stevie Wonder
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025

The Encore will kick off its 17th Season with a Tribute Concert dedicated to the legendary Stevie Wonder. Learn more about the concert and see how to purchase tickets!

Christy Altomare, Liz Callaway & More to Take Part in CCM Concert Honoring Stephen Flaherty at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2023

Stephen Flaherty, the Tony Award-winning Broadway composer, writing partner to book writer/lyricist Lynn Ahrens, will receive a multimedia, multi-ensemble, all-star tribute entitled “The University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music Honors Alumnus: STEPHEN FLAHERTY AT CARNEGIE HALL!

Anna Zavelson, Jo Ellen Pellman, Savy Jackson and More Join IF I DIDN'T KNOW BETTER: The Music of Emma Ashford at the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents IF I DIDN’T KNOW BETTER: The Music of Emma Ashford.

Review: Pittsburgh CLO Sets Sail with ANYTHING GOES at Benedum Center
by Greg Kerestan - Jun 15, 2023

Almost every time you see a major production of Anything Goes, it'll vary in some way from the last one you saw. There are at least three licensable editions of the show, from as far back as the 1930s and as recent as 2022. The song stack is in perpetual flux between a long list of Cole Porter greatest hits and B-sides, and there are several characters who appear only in certain editions of the show. About a decade ago, the show underwent a reputation update from 'park and bark' diva and vaudeville standard to an all-singing-all-dancing showcase for triple-threat performers. It's a lot of wigs on a very old head, but somehow the show still works.

Video: First Look at Rashidra Scott, A.J. Shively & More in ANYTHING GOES at Pittsburgh CLO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023

Get a first look at footage of Anything Goes at Pittsburgh CLO!

Carolee Carmello, Patti Murin, Frenchie Davis & More to Star in Pittsburgh CLO's 2023 Summer of Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023

As the curtain is about to rise on Pittsburgh CLO's 2023 Summer of Musicals at the Benedum Center between June 13 - August 27, 2023, now is your chance to meet the cast and creative teams!

Broadway Stars Chelsea And Geoff Packard Headline A TRIBUTE TO THE CARPENTERS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2022

RAINY DAYS AND MONDAYS, a tribute to the music of The Carpenters, opens this weekend at The Encore, the first offering in their popular tribute concert series.

BWW Review: BRUCE at The Seattle Rep
by Jay Irwin - Jun 12, 2022

Dear Readers, I need to ask you a question. Have you seen the movie “Jaws”? The original and first big summer blockbuster from 1975. Read our review. 

Preston Truman Boyd, David Benoit & More Announced for World Premiere of BRUCE at Seattle Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2022

Seattle Rep today announced complete casting of its world-premiere production of Bruce, the new musical is based on Carl Gottlieb’s The Jaws Log, a novel about the making of the iconic film. Bruce will perform on the Bagley Wright stage from May 27-June 26, 2022, and will celebrate its official opening night on June 8.

The Eagles Tribute Concert Comes to The Encore Stage in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2022

The Encore Musical Theatre Company kicks off 2022 with another exciting live music event, The Eagles Tribute Concert.  As with their sell-out Queen Tribute last fall, The Encore promises to Take It to the Limit once again with an evening of classic hits, smooth harmonies and a rockin’ band led by music director, BRIAN ROSE. 

Broadway-Style Holiday Cheer Comes To The Encore
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2021

The Encore Musical Theatre Company kicks off a month of joyful seasonal events with MERRY & BRIGHT, a delightful holiday concert starring Broadway's GEOFF AND CHELSEA PACKARD. In what promises to be a fun and festive evening, this talented couple will perform many holiday favorites, such as It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, O Holy Night and Winter Wonderland. 

VIDEO: On This Day, April 26- BANDSTAND Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2021

On this day in 2017, the musical Bandstand opened on Broadway in a production directed and choreographed by Andy Blankenbuehler.

VIDEO: Celebrate Veterans Day with a BANDSTAND Reunion on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 11, 2020

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm) with a BANDSTAND Reunion, in honor of Veteran's Day, with Corey Cott, Laura Osnes, Joey Pero and Beth Leavel.

Broadway Rewind: Nobody Can Stop BANDSTAND at Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 16, 2020

Today we flashback to 2017, when Bandstand performed on the Bryant Park stage. Bandstand played for 166 performances at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, starring Laura Osnes, Corey Cott, Beth Leavel, Alex Bender, Joe Carroll, Brandon J. Ellis, James Nathan Hopkins and Geoff Packard.