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Interview: Writer Darren Stein and Director Matt DiCarlo of JAWBREAKER THE MUSICAL
by Shari Barrett - Aug 15, 2026

The stage adaptation of Jawbreaker The Musical written by Darren Stein (the creator of the original film), is an electrifying, high-gloss teen thriller with music composed by Jeffrey Thomson and lyrics by Jordan Mann. The propulsive, pop-concert-style score blends Lady Gaga-style synth-pop tracks with melodic ballads, and is directed by Matt DiCarlo with choreography by Jay Jackson. I spoke with Darren Stein and Matt Di Carlo about the upcoming Los Angeles workshop performances at the Hudson Backstage Theatre in Los Angeles, which marks the production's next chapter, designed to generate industry momentum toward a future Off-Broadway or London run.

Full Cast Set For JAWBREAKER THE MUSICAL Stage Debut at Hollywood's Hudson Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

Knot Free Productions announced full casting for JAWBREAKER THE MUSICAL, a workshop production at Hollywood's Hudson Theatre. Rebecca Gayheart returns to the world of the 1999 cult film, now playing Principal Sherwood.

Cast Set for Connecticut Premiere of TONI STONE at Playhouse on Park
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024

TONI STONE by Lydia R. Diamond will run at Playhouse on Park from May 29 to June 16, 2024. This production will be directed by Jamil A.C. Mangan. Learn more about the cast here!

A SIGN OF THE TIMES to Play at New World Stages Starring Chilina Kennedy, Justin Matthew Sargent & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2024

A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other classic pop hits of the 1960s, will play a commercial engagement beginning March 4, 2024

New Musicals by Jason Robert Brown, Gavin Creel & More Set for MCC's 2023/24 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2023

MCC Theater just announced their 2023-2024 season and we have all the details on their slate of world premiere musicals here!

Review: THE ROYALE Packs a Punch at Edmonton's Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - Feb 12, 2023

Marco Ramirez’s fast-paced drama draws inspiration from the life of real-life boxer, Jack Johnson.

Tickets On Sale Now For HANG TIME World Premiere at The Flea; Complete Cast Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023

The Flea has announced the complete cast and design team for the world-premiere production of HANG TIME, the new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist Zora Howard.

Village Theatre Presents MISS STEP This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2023

Village Theatre today announced its latest Village Originals Beta Production MISS STEP, a fun new musical comedy by Kit Yan and Melissa Li, the creative minds behind the musical Interstate. Set in the rollicking 80s, this heartfelt story follows Pam Carter, an unremarkable trans woman working as a toll collector on the New Jersey turnpike.

THE ROYALE Celebrates Black History Month In A Story Inspired By History
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2023

 Inspired by the real life story of a Black boxer who became the Heavyweight Champion of the world, The Royale opens this February at The Citadel Theatre.

American Players Theatre Announces 2023 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2022

American Players Theatre has announced its 2023 lineup, to run June 10 – October 8, with the shoulder season production opening in late October.

Steve Earle & The Dukes Comes to the Warner in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2022

 The Warner Theatre will welcome Steve Earle & The Dukes to the Main Stage on Thursday, June 16 at 8 pm. 

Steve Earle & The Dukes Come to the Warner in June
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2022

The Warner Theatre will welcome STEVE EARLE & THE DUKES to the Main Stage on Thursday, June 16 at 8 pm. Tickets are on sale to Warner Members Tuesday, March 8 at 10 am and to the General Public Friday, March 11 at 10 am.

Photos: EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Celebrates Opening Night at Center Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2022

Go inside the North American premiere of the West End hit musical 'Everybody is Talking About Jamie.'

Mad Cow Theatre Will Perform THE ROYALE Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2021

Mad Cow Theatre has announced the second production of its 24th season, Marco Ramirez's searing drama The Royale, to be performed at Mad Cow's Zehngebot-Stonerock Black Box Theatre on November 17 through December 5, 2021. 

Meet the Cast of THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2021

Thoughts of a Colored Man officially opens on Broadway on October 13, at the John Golden Theatre. Meet the cast and learn more about who is starring in the play!

Barbara Morrison Presents The 3rd Annual California Jazz and Blues Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2020

Legendary Jazz & Blues Singer, Barbara Morrison, will present The 3rd Annual California Jazz & Blues Museum Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Concert Fundraiser as a Viral Facebook Streaming Event from The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center.

BWW Review: THE ROYALE at Olney Theatre Center - It's a Knockout!
by Charles Shubow - Oct 14, 2019

Director Paige Hernandez does a masterful job in a play about boxing and racism.

BWW Review: Arizona Theatre Company Presents THE ROYALE ~ Floats Like A Butterfly And Stings Like A Bee!
by Herbert Paine - Oct 7, 2019

Thanks to strong performances and technically proficient staging, Marco Ramirez's THE ROYALE, while neither raging nor bullish, manages to float like a butterfly and sting like a bee. The play runs through October 20th at the Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.

BWW Review: THE ROYALE at Geva Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - Apr 17, 2019

The Royale, the 2015 play by Marco Ramirez currently playing in Geva Theatre's Fielding Stage, isn't as much about boxing as it is about race, greatness, and a man who's moving faster than the world around him. It's an intimate, lyrical play, and continues Geva's recent tradition of hosting productions grown at Ithaca's Kitchen Theatre Company, another artistic gem just a couple hours down the 390.

Soundtrack for Season One of CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA is Available Now
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 5, 2019

WaterTower Music has announced today's release of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: Season One (Original Television Soundtrack), the 19-song collection that includes music from both Part One and Part Two of the Netflix series that re-imagines the origin and adventures of Sabrina the Teenage Witch as a dark coming-of-age story that traffics in horror, the occult and witchcraft. The album will be available for streaming and purchase digitally on April 5, coinciding with new episodes of the show (Season One, Part Two) which launch the same day on Netflix. The Soundtrack features the theme from the show, "Main Title (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina)" by composer Adam Taylor, six performances from the cast, along with a wide range of songs that are featured in the show.