Kirk Douglas

MTM Players Will Present ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST at Kelsey Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026

The MTM Players present 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest,' March 20-29 at the Kelsey Theatre on Mercer County Community College's West Windsor Campus.

Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival to Honor Six Women at Opening Night Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026

The 33rd Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) will present awards to six women for their significant contributions to theatre on March 26, 2026. The event, featuring a Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony, will take place at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood, CA. Hosted by Ted Lange and Florence LaRue, the evening will celebrate the achievements of individuals including posthumous Infinity Award winners Carmen De Lavallade and Diane Ladd. The ceremony will commence with a recep

Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Season Award Finalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the Finalists for its 2025 Season Awards honoring significant achievements in each of the Circle’s season award categories.

DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL to Return to the Kirk Douglas Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

Center Theatre Group, as part of CTG:FWD, will present the return of TWTheatricals’ New York Times Critic’s Pick, Dog Man: The Musical based on the worldwide best-selling book series by Dav Pilkey.

Interview: Director Patrick Bristow on Improv, Puppetry, and the Lasting Appeal of PUPPET UP! �" UNCENSORED
by Melissa Heckscher - Feb 20, 2026

Patrick Bristow breaks down how live improv and Henson-style puppetry come together in Puppet Up! – Uncensored, playing Feb. 20 - Mar. 1 at the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre in Hollywood.

Interview: James Lent of SWEET CHARITY! at The JAXX Theater Hollywood
by Gavin Glynn - Feb 20, 2026

As a versatile performer, Dr. Lent frequently appears at prominent Southern California venues such as the Beverly Hills Hilton, House of Blues, LA Live, and the Ritz-Carlton. His extensive theater credits include performances in productions of Cabaret, Chicago, Chess, A Chorus Line, and Oklahoma. As a music director, his work spans productions such as Spamilton, Grease, West Side Story, and Rent. He is available as a soloist or can provide additional instrumental ensembles including strings, winds, brass, and percussion. Next up! James is the Music Director and Conductor for SWEET CHARITY! at The Jaxx Theater in Hollywood, CA. Previews 3/13,14, 19

HERE LIES LOVE Extends Run at Center Theatre Group
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Center Theatre Group has announced that its new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum has been extended for two additional weeks and must close on April 5, 2026.

Center Theatre Group to Showcase Spring/Summer 2026 CTG:FWD Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026

Center Theatre Group announces CTG:FWD programming for the spring and summer of 2026, featuring a special return engagement of GUAC at the Kirk Douglas Theatre, the return of MUSE/IQUE with two new concerts at the Mark Taper Forum, and ¡SÍ SE PUEDE!, a world premiere play that will tour throughout Los Angeles. 

Joel Grey and Phylicia Rashad to be Honored at Center Theatre Group 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Center Theatre Group will present CTG: The Gala, the not-for-profit's annual event which will be held at The Music Center, featuring cocktails and dinner on the Jerry Moss Plaza and a one-night-only show at the Mark Taper Forum.

44 THE MUSICAL Adds Final Performance
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025

The musical comedy, 44 – THE MUSICAL has added one additional performance on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 7:30 pm due to popular demand. Learn more here!

Classic Western Film Series Returns to the WYO in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025

Four Sundays in January, the WYO Performing Arts and Education Center will again present the Classic Western Film Series. Each film hosted by a local film buff and Cowboy aficionado.

Center Theatre Group Creates New Works Development Pipeline
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Center Theatre Group has in place a new developmental pipeline for plays and musicals, created by Snehal Desai, CTG’s Brindell & Milton Gottlieb Artistic Director.

Gary Grossman To Step Down As Producing Artistic Director At Skylight Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025

Skylight Theatre Company has announced that Producing Artistic Director Gary Grossman will step down from his role after 40 years of leadership. Grossman will transition to full-time commercial producing.

How Do You Make a Crocodile Sing? An Interview With “Enormous Crocodile” Composer Ahmed Gallab
by Melissa Heckscher - Dec 1, 2025

BroadwayWorld talks with composer Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab about the music, puppets, and family fun behind Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile musical, playing at the Kirk Douglas Theatre through January 4.

The Hanover Theatre Reveals Key Leadership Appointments Across Artistic Programming, Education, Human Relations, and Marketing
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025

The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced several leadership appointments to strengthen the organization’s artistic, educational, operational, and strategic capacity.

Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE Comes to the Kirk Douglas Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

Center Theatre Group will present Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile for five weeks from December 5, 2025 to January 4, 2026 at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. Learn more about the show here!

MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS Will Have World Premiere at the Colony Theatre in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2025

The Colony Theatre in Burbank, CA will present the world premiere production of Millennials Are Killing Musicals in its 2026 season before the show heads to New York.

44 - THE MUSICAL Extends For Four Weeks Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025

The smash-hit musical comedy, 44 – THE MUSICAL has announced a four-week extension. The musical played to sold-out audiences in Chicago and Los Angeles and has been playing to sold-out audiences in New York since first preview in October.

Reading of THE MACHINE Comes to Westport Country Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of a new play, “The Machine.' The plot focuses on a poet suffering writer’s block, artificial intelligence, and the tricky questions that arise when technology starts writing art. 

JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING & More Lead Los Angeles's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by BWW Staff - Oct 30, 2025

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Jaja’s African Hair Braiding​​​​​​​ and more.