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SWEENEY TODD Comes to Four County Players In March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

As the next production of their 53rd Season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, A Musical Thriller, opening March 6 on the Mainstage.

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. to Present VENUS IN FUR This February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

Kicking off 2026, Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will present Venus in Fur. Drawing inspiration from Leopold von Sacher-Masoch's 1870 Marchella Venus in Furs, Ives' provocative and dark play is an exploration of power dynamics, control, and sexuality.

Music Theater Works Unveils CATS Cast And Creative Team
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026

Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of CATS, set to run in March. The show, a beloved staple of musical theatre, will feature a blend of returning talents and new faces, under the direction of a seasoned creative team.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; ROCK OF AGES Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; Spark Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; Spark Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; MATILDA Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Ken Ludwig's THE GAME'S AFOOT Will Open at Four County Players
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025

To celebrate their 53rd holiday season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present KEN LUDWIG'S THE GAME'S AFOOT; OR HOLMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS opening November 21 on the Mainstage.

New Artwork Released For Joe Locke-Led CLARKSTON; Venue and Dates Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2025

New artwork has today been released for the UK premiere of Clarkston by critically acclaimed writer Samuel D. Hunter (Oscar-winning and BAFTA nominated film The Whale) as venue and dates are also confirmed.   

Review: BUG at Dirt Dogs Theatre Company
by Brett Cullum - May 20, 2025

They have managed to restage BUG for 2025, and boy, is it a doozy! You don’t want to miss this revival and reimagining of the Tracy Letts cult classic. The entire company goes for broke, and they create a fiery display of acting, visuals, and audio landscapes that will blow you back in your chair.

BUG Begins In May At Dirt Dogs Theatre Co.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. (DDTCo.) closes out its ninth season with Bug, the cult thriller by Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts. Co-directed by Malinda L. Beckham and Curtis Barber.

Photos: First look at Curtain Players’ WHOSE WIVES ARE THEY ANYWAY?
by Jerri Shafer - Mar 25, 2025

The Ashley Maureen Cosmetics Company has been sold and two of its vice presidents, David McGrachen and John Baker, have planned a weekend off before the new C.E.O. arrives on Monday. With their wives safely off on a shopping spree in New York City, they check into The Oakfield Golf and Country Club intending to 'golf their brains out.'

SWEET CHARITY Full Cast & Creative Team Unveiled At Blank Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025

Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2025 season, SWEET CHARITY, music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and a book by Neil Simon.

BLACKBIRD to be Presented at Dirt Dogs Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

Kicking off 2025, Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will present Blackbird, a gripping drama about the complexities of human connection, guilt, and redemption. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Music Theater Works' LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024

Music Theater Works’ is presenting its third production of its 2024 season, Little Shop of Horrors, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, running through November 17. Check out production photos here!

Review: RACE is confronted by DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO
by Brett Cullum - Oct 21, 2024

It takes on the clash of white men, black men, and black women and fearlessly looks at all sides when confronted with a crime. Who will do the right thing? It’s a question that seems to hang over the country right now, so RACE could not come at a better time.

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. Presents RACE This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024

DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO. has announced their upcoming production of RACE, a provocative play by David Mamet.

Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024

Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from October 24 to November 17. The production will feature direction by Rudy Hogenmiller and choreography by Clayton Cross.

Sun Valley Playwright's Residency Announces Fall 2024 Programming with The Argyros Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2024

Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency announced its 2024 lineup, featuring Max Posner, Rajiv Joseph, Sarah DeLappe, Samuel D. Hunter, Billie McBride, and Jeremy Shamos in Wood River Valley this October.