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Video: Nik Walker Performs 'Who I'd Be' from SHREK THE MUSICAL at The Muny
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-06-18 21:02:27
Video/Photos: Watch the Official Trailer for THE MUPPET SHOW Special; Maya Rudolph Confirmed as Guest Star
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-23 12:13:41
Video: Sabrina Carpenter and Seth Rogen Join THE MUPPET SHOW in New Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-02 11:28:56
Video: First-Look at THE MUPPET SHOW Special Event Coming in 2026
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 10:09:42
Video: Watch the First Trailer for THE FIRST SNOW OF FRAGGLE ROCK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-01 10:21:37
Video: John Tartaglia Talks FRAGGLE ROCK Holiday Special and Fraggle Broadway Dreams
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-02 10:55:53
Video: Watch an Exclusive Clip of Al Roker Animated Series WEATHER HUNTERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-04 12:35:50
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Lindsay Mendez, Karen Mason and More to Join Fall Programming at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
The interview series Cabaret Conversations will return to 92NY in September with its first-ever in-person edition, featuring Tony Award winner Lindsay Mendez. The full fall lineup has been revealed.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
The interview series Cabaret Conversations will return to 92NY in September with its first-ever in-person edition, featuring Tony Award winner Lindsay Mendez. The full fall lineup has been revealed.
Des Moines Performing Arts to Launch New Flex Pack for WELLMARK FAMILY SERIES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2026
Des Moines Performing Arts is launching a new Flex Package for its Wellmark Family Series, letting families choose two or more shows from a five-production lineup and save up to 10%.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2026
Des Moines Performing Arts is launching a new Flex Package for its Wellmark Family Series, letting families choose two or more shows from a five-production lineup and save up to 10%.
Interview: Patrick Bristow of PUPPET UP! at Montalbán Theatre
by Andrew Child - Jul 22, 2026
“Improv was the first performance discipline that was a really good match for me,” he explains. “It’s a disposable performance and that pressure was a huge appeal. You are performing your opening and closing night all in one.”
by Andrew Child - Jul 22, 2026
“Improv was the first performance discipline that was a really good match for me,” he explains. “It’s a disposable performance and that pressure was a huge appeal. You are performing your opening and closing night all in one.”
MIDSUMMER STICK-UPS! Heist Film Series to Launch at the Coolidge This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026
The Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline, MA will present MIDSUMMER STICK-UPS!, a heist film series featuring screenings of classics like HEAT, THE KILLING, and THE GREAT MUPPET CAPER on 35mm and DCP.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026
The Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline, MA will present MIDSUMMER STICK-UPS!, a heist film series featuring screenings of classics like HEAT, THE KILLING, and THE GREAT MUPPET CAPER on 35mm and DCP.
Austin Playhouse to Present 2026 FESTIVAL OF NEW TEXAS PLAYS With Three World Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
Austin Playhouse will present staged readings of three new works by Texas playwrights at the 2026 Festival of New Texas Plays, featuring world premieres, plus more this August.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
Austin Playhouse will present staged readings of three new works by Texas playwrights at the 2026 Festival of New Texas Plays, featuring world premieres, plus more this August.
A CONVERSATION WITH BRIAN HENSON Tickets Now On Sale For Event At The Ricardo Montalban Theater
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 18, 2026
Tickets are on sale now to see “A Conversation with Brian Henson” – an in-person conversation with the Emmy-award winning producer, director, and puppeteer known for projects such as Labyrinth, The Muppet Christmas Carol, Muppet Treasure Island, Farscape, and many more. Henson will discuss the evolution of The Jim Henson Company’s innovative puppetry in a presentation filled with Henson history, humor, and of course puppets.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 18, 2026
Tickets are on sale now to see “A Conversation with Brian Henson” – an in-person conversation with the Emmy-award winning producer, director, and puppeteer known for projects such as Labyrinth, The Muppet Christmas Carol, Muppet Treasure Island, Farscape, and many more. Henson will discuss the evolution of The Jim Henson Company’s innovative puppetry in a presentation filled with Henson history, humor, and of course puppets.
Mixed eMotion Theatrix Reveals Upcoming Projects - World Premiere Musical THE SHADOW and More!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Los Angeles based Dance/Theater company, Mixed eMotion Theatrix has revealed its line-up of upcoming projects. First up will be a fully staged developmental production of a brand new musical, Hans Christian Andersen’s The Shadow.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Los Angeles based Dance/Theater company, Mixed eMotion Theatrix has revealed its line-up of upcoming projects. First up will be a fully staged developmental production of a brand new musical, Hans Christian Andersen’s The Shadow.
Interview: Director Eric Vaughn Johnson On OFC Creations' 2026-2027 Broadway in Brighton Series
by Joshua Wright - Jul 14, 2026
OFC Creations founder Eric Vaughn Johnson discusses the 2026-2027 Broadway in Brighton Series, a season of six musicals featuring rarely produced titles, a North American premiere of THE OSMONDS, and a New York State premiere of THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 14, 2026
OFC Creations founder Eric Vaughn Johnson discusses the 2026-2027 Broadway in Brighton Series, a season of six musicals featuring rarely produced titles, a North American premiere of THE OSMONDS, and a New York State premiere of THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK.
MAMMA MIA!, WICKED FOR GOOD & More Set for MOONLIGHT FLICKS at Chester's Grosvenor Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026
Storyhouse will present MOONLIGHT FLICKS, an open-air cinema series at Chester's Grosvenor Park, screening titles including MAMMA MIA!, MOULIN ROUGE!, LEGALLY BLONDE, and WICKED FOR GOOD this summer.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026
Storyhouse will present MOONLIGHT FLICKS, an open-air cinema series at Chester's Grosvenor Park, screening titles including MAMMA MIA!, MOULIN ROUGE!, LEGALLY BLONDE, and WICKED FOR GOOD this summer.
Brian Henson's PUPPET UP! Comes to The Montalbán For Eight Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
Brian Henson's Puppet Up! returns to the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre in Los Angeles for eight performances from July 31 through August 9, 2026. The improvised puppet comedy features performers from The Jim Henson Company and rarely seen classic Henson sketches.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
Brian Henson's Puppet Up! returns to the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre in Los Angeles for eight performances from July 31 through August 9, 2026. The improvised puppet comedy features performers from The Jim Henson Company and rarely seen classic Henson sketches.
Jim Henson's Creature Shop Adds Sunday Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 29, 2026
Jim Henson's Creature Shop has released new dates for its popular weekly tour, which is located in New York City. In addition to their Saturday tours, tickets are now available for every Sunday through September 6.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 29, 2026
Jim Henson's Creature Shop has released new dates for its popular weekly tour, which is located in New York City. In addition to their Saturday tours, tickets are now available for every Sunday through September 6.
John Tartaglia Named Vice President of Development and Production at The Jim Henson Company
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
The Jim Henson Company has promoted John Tartaglia to Vice President of Development and Production. Learn more about Tartaglia and his new role at the company here.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
The Jim Henson Company has promoted John Tartaglia to Vice President of Development and Production. Learn more about Tartaglia and his new role at the company here.
Video: Nik Walker Performs 'Who I'd Be' from SHREK THE MUSICAL at The Muny
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026
The Muny has released rehearsal video featuring Nik Walker performing 'Who I'd Be' from Shrek The Musical. The production, directed by John Tartaglia, begins performances June 25 and features a cast led by Walker, Kara Lindsay, Marcus M. Martin, and Troy Iwata.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026
The Muny has released rehearsal video featuring Nik Walker performing 'Who I'd Be' from Shrek The Musical. The production, directed by John Tartaglia, begins performances June 25 and features a cast led by Walker, Kara Lindsay, Marcus M. Martin, and Troy Iwata.
INTERNATIONAL PUPPET FRINGE FESTIVAL to Return to NYC With Celebration of Women in Puppetry
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
The International Puppet Fringe Festival is set to return to the newly renovated Clemente Center in New York City, with this year's edition centering on a celebration of Women in Puppetry.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
The International Puppet Fringe Festival is set to return to the newly renovated Clemente Center in New York City, with this year's edition centering on a celebration of Women in Puppetry.
KATIE PRITCHARD IS SIR ELTON SCONE to Bring Baking Mayhem to Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2026
Multi-award-winning comedian Katie Pritchard transforms into Sir Elton Scone, a fictional Elton John-inspired baking character, in an interactive musical comedy show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2026
Multi-award-winning comedian Katie Pritchard transforms into Sir Elton Scone, a fictional Elton John-inspired baking character, in an interactive musical comedy show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
SHREK: THE MUSICAL At The Muny Announces Full Cast
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 14, 2026
The Muny has announced the full cast for its production of Shrek The Musical, which storms the James S. McDonnell Stage for eight nights this summer. Shrek The Musical, the family favorite based on the Oscar-winning 2001 DreamWorks Animation.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 14, 2026
The Muny has announced the full cast for its production of Shrek The Musical, which storms the James S. McDonnell Stage for eight nights this summer. Shrek The Musical, the family favorite based on the Oscar-winning 2001 DreamWorks Animation.
LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT to Return to London for 40th Anniversary Show
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT announced a one-night show at London's Eventim Apollo, featuring David Bowie's isolated vocals and a live band performing Trevor Jones' score alongside the 1986 cult classic film.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT announced a one-night show at London's Eventim Apollo, featuring David Bowie's isolated vocals and a live band performing Trevor Jones' score alongside the 1986 cult classic film.
OEDIPUS! A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY to Return to 54 Below with Janine LaManna
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Janine LaManna leads the cast of OEDIPUS! A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY at 54 Below, the award-winning musical adaptation that reimagines the Greek tragedy as a rom-com set in Appalachian coal country.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Janine LaManna leads the cast of OEDIPUS! A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY at 54 Below, the award-winning musical adaptation that reimagines the Greek tragedy as a rom-com set in Appalachian coal country.
JIM HENSON’S FRAGGLE ROCK: BACK TO THE ROCK LIVE is Coming to the Aronoff Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
Jim Henson’s musical, fun-loving Fraggles are dancing their cares away across North America and coming to Cincinnati in Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE. The show will play the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
Jim Henson’s musical, fun-loving Fraggles are dancing their cares away across North America and coming to Cincinnati in Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE. The show will play the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall.
Norm Lewis, Will Roland and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more.
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