John Hughes

Alliance for Canadian Musicals to Preview 13 Toronto Fringe Musicals at STAGE MEETS PITCH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026

The Alliance for Canadian Musicals will present 13 musical theatre productions in a free matinee preview at Scadding Court Community Centre's Flavours of the Game event in Toronto ahead of the Toronto Fringe Festival.

SAVING BRITNEY Will Return at Edinburgh Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Fake Escape will present SAVING BRITNEY at Edinburgh Fringe, a solo show by Shereen Roushbaiani exploring celebrity obsession, the #FreeBritney movement, and sexual identity through one millennial's parallel journey with Britney Spears.

DON'T YOU FORGET ABOUT ME to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026

Fake Escape's solo show DON'T YOU FORGET ABOUT ME reimagines The Breakfast Club from the perspective of a 'forgotten' sixth student at a 40-year reunion, written and performed by David Shopland at Assembly Roxy.

DAY OF THE LOCUST World Premiere to Open at Edinburgh Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026

Fake Escape will present the world premiere of DAY OF THE LOCUST at Pleasance Courtyard, a solo show with live music adapting Nathanael West's classic novel through the lens of 2025's anti-ICE protests in LA.

THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS and LIVING COLOUR to Perform at Florida Theatre in Jacksonville
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026

The Florida Theatre in downtown Jacksonville will present THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS with special guest LIVING COLOUR, featuring the bands behind 'Pretty in Pink' and Grammy-winning 'Cult of Personality.' A VIP/Meet & Greet package is available.

Ailey II, Ballet Hispánico, and NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE anf More Set for Des Moines Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026

Des Moines Performing Arts announced lineups for four returning series, including the Dance Series featuring Ailey II and Ballet Hispánico, the National Geographic Live Speaker Series, and comedy and concert series at the Temple Theater.

FERRIS BUELLER...YOU’RE MY HERO Book Will Explore The Making Of FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026

FERRIS BUELLER...YOU’RE MY HERO by Jason Klamm will examine the making of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. The book includes interviews with Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, and collaborators of director John Hughes.

Review: THE OUTSIDERS: A NEW MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Mar 18, 2026

There appeared to be a serious breach of theatre etiquette in the March 17 production of THE OUTSIDERS at Ohio Theatre (37 E. State Street in downtown Columbus).

The 2026 ST. LOUIS THEATER CIRCLE AWARD NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED - The Rep Leads All Companies with 38 Nods
by James Lindhorst - Feb 3, 2026

The St. Louis Theatre Circle has announced their nominations for their annual awards to be distributed on March 23, 2026, at the Loretto-Hilton Center. 172 theatre artists have been nominated in 34 categories honoring the best in St. Louis Theater in 2025. The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis leads all companies with a record-breaking 38 nominations for their productions of Athena, Clyde’s, Emma, Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Brothers Size, and The Cottage. Emma is the most nominated comedy of the season with 11 nominations.

The Long Beach Playhouse Studio Collaborative Series Unveils 2026 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025

The Long Beach Playhouse Studio Collaborative Series is a season of plays mounted by local theater companies, performing arts organizations and individuals.

Review: JOHN HUGHES YOUR OWN ADVENTURE- LIVE is 90-Minutes of Pratfalls, Sight Gags, & Buffoonery
by James Lindhorst - Dec 13, 2025

John Hughes Your Own Adventure - LIVE is a whole lot of fun for anyone familiar with Hughes work. Hughes enthusiasts and aficionados will be laughing through their tears. The sold-out runaway hit was the headliner at STL Fringe and one of last summer’s hottest theater tickets. St. Louis Fringe and Cherokee Street Theatre Co. are reprising the outrageous satire at the Kranzberg Black Box. Twelve actors, supported by an offstage announcer (billed as The Voice of God), are hurling themselves about the stage in their homage to John Hughes and his classic films.

Santa Barbara High School to Present THE BREAKFAST CLUB
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025

Santa Barbara High School Theatre to present The Breakfast Club November 7–16, 2025, in celebration of the film’s 40th anniversary. Directed by Gioia Marchese, the production reimagines John Hughes’ iconic story for the stage, featuring a rotating cast of 18 students.

Previews: THE GARBOLOGISTS at Vermont Stage
by Lesley Becker - Sep 25, 2025

This comedy-drama opens with a romp through a day in the life of two New York City sanitation workers, an intriguing and mismatched twosome that find common ground in uncommon times.

Theatre 4the People to Present Solo Show Festival and One-Act Premiere at IRT Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

Theatre 4the People will present a dynamic series of solo shows alongside a featured one-act, highlighting a diverse community of storytellers who challenge audiences with universal questions and create connections across experiences. The festival runs September 19–28 at IRT Theater, 154 Christopher Street, 3rd Floor.

Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Jun 5, 2025

Chances are Seth Weetis, the anagram-obsessed friend in KIMBERLY AKIMBO, would have a field day with the show’s title. The two-act musical opened June 3 and runs through June 8 at the Ohio Theatre.

San Diego Theatres Hosts RETRO REWIND Summer Film Series
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2025

Beat the summer heat and join Retro Rewind in the Gaslamp. Six amazing movies, three Sundays, two movies to choose from each Sunday. Learn more about the lineup here!

THE BREAKFAST CLUB With Molly Ringwald Comes to the Fargo Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

The Breakfast Club with Molly Ringwald is coming to the Fargo Theatre in March. The event is on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025.  Learn more about the upcoming event here!

Review: TARANTINO | PULP ROCK at CineVita in Hollywood Park
by Melissa Heckscher - Feb 16, 2025

TARANTINO | PULP ROCK just opened at the brand-new CineVita venue at Hollywood Park in Los Angeles. The immersive concert/ musical theater experience will excite both Tarantino fans and Quentin newbies.

THE LEGWARMERS: THE ULTIMATE 80'S TRIBUTE BAND Are Come To SERVPRO After Hours Concerts In July
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2025

SERVPRO After Hours Concerts at the Innsbrook Pavilion in Glen Allen, Virginia announced The Legwarmers: The Ultimate 80’s Tribute Band as part of the 2025 ‘Tribute Thursdays’ lineup on Thursday, July 3rd. 

Alisan Porter and Friends Bring HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS to Catalina Jazz Club
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024

Season 10 winner of NBC’s The Voice Alisan Porter, along with some of her most talented friends, will be Home for the Holidays at Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood for one show only.