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SUMMON THE HEROES Concert to Honor 9/11's 25th Anniversary in Sarasota
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2026

Sarasota Orchestra and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall will present SUMMON THE HEROES, a benefit concert marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11, with proceeds supporting four local first responder charities.

Review: Jobsite Theater Presents Green Day's Rocking AMERICAN IDIOT at the Jaeb
by Peter Nason - Jul 18, 2026

What did our critic, Peter Nason, think of Jobsite Theater's Rocking Production of GREEN DAY'S AMERICAN IDIOT?

Listen: Lea Salonga Releases 'Last Night of the World' Pride Remix
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2026

Tony Award-winning performer Lea Salonga releases “The Last Night of the World (The Pride Remix),” a new dance version of the beloved Miss Saigon ballad that was first introduced to audiences decades ago. For generations of fans, “The Last Night of the World” has been an anthem of love, connection, and hope. Released during Pride Month, this reimagined dance version celebrates those same themes while honoring and uplifting LGBTQ+ communities.

Review: THE FIRST GENTLEMAN World Premiere Musical at Torrance Theatre Company
by Shari Barrett - Jun 22, 2026

Director Glenn Kelman is to be commended for taking on the challenge of coordinating twenty cast members moving scenery and set pieces into place to create 22 set changes in 14 locations on such a small stage, as well as setting the timing of each Ameri-News video projection to forward the story. And to Music Director Jared Scott for doing his best to get so many non-singers to harmonize on-key, and Choreographer Kylie Christensen for diligently doing her best to mold what should be a big musical production into a space better suited for a small cast play.

WITH THE POSSIBLE EXCEPTION OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN to Make Edinburgh Fringe Debut
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

David Chocron's new two-hander imagines Trump's encounter with Abraham Lincoln on the night of the 2020 election, wrestling with truth and democracy, at Edinburgh Festival Fringe's Forest Theatre at Greenside.

Lea Salonga to Open BROADWAY AND VINE's 2026 Season in Napa Valley
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026

Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga will headline the opening night concert of Broadway and Vine's 2026 season at Carneros Resort's Vineyard Lawn in Napa Valley, with tickets starting at $95.

George W. Bush and Laura Bush to Chair Ford's Theatre 9/11 Anniversary Committee for COME FROM AWAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026

Ford's Theatre has formed a special committee with its production of Come From Away. President George W. Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush will serve as Honorary Chairs of the committee.

The Rise of SNL Stars on Broadway: A Comprehensive Guide
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 26, 2026

Since the start of television’s legendary Saturday Night Live in 1975, there has been cross-over between the show and Broadway. Actors who have started out on Broadway have ended up gracing our televisions on Saturday night as cast members in the sketch comedy program.

Theater Press Agent David Gersten Passes Away at 67
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026

David Gersten, Vice-President of ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers (IATSE Local 18032), died on Monday, April 6 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Review: IN THE WAKE at The Bent will make theatregoers think.
by Audrey Liebross - Feb 17, 2026

The Bent, the Coachella Valley’s LGBTQ+ theatre, is presenting a wonderfully directed and acted and technically superb dramedy, IN THE WAKE, by Lisa Kron. The play is well-written and generates lots of laughs and lots of pathos, although I consider it a bit too wordy. Still, it is well worth seeing.

East Lynne Theater Company To Present One-Night-Only Staged Reading Of JERSEY LAWMAN
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

East Lynne Theater Company will present an encore, one-night-only performance of Jersey Lawman: A Life on the Right Side of Crime at 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, at the Clemans Theater for the Arts.

BERLIN ER Series Renewed for Season 2 at Apple TV+
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2025

German-language series “Berlin ER” (“KRANK Berlin”) has been renewed for an eight-episode second season at Apple TV+, in co-production with ZDF. The freshman season of “Berlin ER” (“KRANK Berlin”) landed six German Television Award nominations.

COME FROM AWAY Added to Asolo Repertory Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025

The reimagined version of the Broadway musical Movin’ Out will shift to a future season. The upcoming season will now open with the Tony Award-winning musical Come from Away (November 12 – December 28, 2025).  

A WHOLE NEW WORLD Comes To Theatre Collingwood
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2025

This May, local audiences will be treated to a rare and radiant evening of song and storytelling with A WHOLE NEW WORLD – THE MUSICAL MAGIC OF ALAN MENKEN.

Video: BERLIN ER Episode 7 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode seven of “Berlin ER,” the drama series co-created by former emergency room physician turned screenwriter Samuel Jefferson with Viktor Jakovleski. Watch it now!

Video: BERLIN ER Episode 6 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 20, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode six of Berlin ER. In Episode 106, Zanna and Emina both struggle with how to move forward, as a cold-turkey Ben grapples with post-traumatic stress disorder. Watch the clip now.

Video: BERLIN ER Episode 5 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode five of “Berlin ER,” the fast-paced drama co-created by former emergency room physician turned screenwriter Samuel Jefferson with Viktor Jakovleski. Watch it now!

Video: BERLIN ER Episode 4 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode three of “Berlin ER,” the fast-paced medical drama. Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode three of “Berlin ER,” the fast-paced medical drama. Watch the clip now!

Video: BERLIN ER Episode 3 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 28, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode three of “Berlin ER,” the fast-paced medical drama. In episode 103, Zanna brings in new rules to help the department but faces resistance and Ben’s addiction starts to assert itself. Watch the clip now!

Video: Apple TV+ Shares BERLIN ER Premiere Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the series premiere of “Berlin ER,” the fast-paced drama co-created by former emergency room physician turned screenwriter Samuel Jefferson with Viktor Jakovleski. Watch the clip now!