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Theater Latte Da Announces Casting For 2025 Next Festival Of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2025

Theater Latté Da has announced casting for its 2025 NEXT Festival of New Musicals, running July 25 through August 11 at the Ritz Theater in Minneapolis. The festival will feature six public presentations of three new works in development.

Theater Latté Da To Present Three New Works In Development As Part Of The 2025 Next Festival Of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025

The 2025 NEXT Festival lineup will showcase works by local and national artists, culminating in six public presentations of works by Malika Oyetimein, Jenny Stafford and Sam Salmond; Benjamin Emory Larson; and Naomi Iizuka and Paul Hodge.

RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR and More Set for Writers Theatre 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025

Writers Theatre has revealed its 2025/26 season. The five-play season is marked by four productions never seen before in Chicago and two add-on special engagements.  

Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions For Its 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

2025-26 Seasonal Auditions for Houston actors will be at Alley Theatre. Auditions will be for AEA and non-AEA adult actors, ages 18 and older.  Learn more and see how to attend.

Alley Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Season Featuring ENGLISH by Sanaz Toossi and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025

Alley Theatre has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.

THE DA VINCI CODE, MISERY And More Announced for Alley Theatre 79th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025

The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.  

Cast And Creative Team Set for LAUGHS IN SPANISH at Hartford Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Hartford Stage has revealed the cast and artistic team for its upcoming production of the stylish and playful comedy Laughs in Spanish, a contemporary caper set on the eve of Art Basel — the major art event in Miami. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Soho Rep Will Pay Tribute to Walkerspace With SOHO REP IS NOT A BUILDING. SOHO REP HAD A BUILDING…
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Walkerspace (1991-2024), Soho Rep’s 65-seat venue at 46 Walker Street, will be laid to rest this January 2025. Celebrate the space with an special tribute event this week.

Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

Olney Theatre Center announced the three collaborative projects it will develop with week-long workshops as part of its Vanguard Arts Fund (VAF) during the 24-25 season.

Student Blog: Opinion: Politics and Art are Inseparable
by Student Blogger: Michael Lakind - Dec 1, 2024

One of the worst bad-faith criticisms you can find of anything is the idea that something was “too political” or “had an agenda” and is therefore not something you should engage with. It infuriates me to no end. In addition to being a dog whistle that feels more like a foghorn, it is contradictory to what makes art art.

Stage Directors And Choreographers Society Announces Executive Board Election Results And President's Award
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024

SDC announced the results of its 2024 Executive Board election, highlighting new leadership roles and the organization's future direction. Discover the elected members and their upcoming initiatives.

Children's Theatre Company Names Tyler Susan Jennings And Davon Cochran As Performing Apprentices
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024

Children's Theatre Company will welcome Tyler Susan Jennings and Davon Cochran as performing apprentices for the 2024-2025 season, highlighting their upcoming roles and contributions to the theater.

INTO THE WOODS, FAT HAM & More Set for Oregon Shakespeare Festival 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announces its 2025 season, celebrating its 90th anniversary with nine productions, including Shakespearean works, classics, August Wilson, and INTO THE WOODS, from March 7 to October 26.

SDC Foundation Awards Cristin Carole with 2023-2024 Denham Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, has named Cristin Carole as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow . Learn more!

DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE & More Set for Hartford Stage 2024/2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024

Hartford Stage has unveiled the lineup for its 2024/2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Latinx Theatre Commons Announces Next Cycle Of Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2024

The Latinx Theatre Commons has announced its next cycle of programming, which will span from October 2024 to June 2027. In 2025, the LTC will produce two convenings: The Fornés Symposium and the Carnaval of New Musical Theatre.

The Latinx Theatre Commons Hosts Tenth Anniversary Convening in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

The Latinx Theatre Commons (LTC) has announced the Tenth Anniversary Convening, 14-16 March 2024, at Emerson College in Boston, MA. 

Don Quixote With a Modern Twist, QUIXOTE NUEVO, is Coming to Portland Center Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024

In its third and final stop on a captivating tour of the West Coast, Portland Center Stage will welcome this brilliant adaptation of the classic 17th century novel by Miguel Cervantes. 

Video: Cast Of Seattle Rep's QUIXOTE NUEVO Answers Rapid Fire Questions
by Joshua Wright - Jan 22, 2024

Watch a quick Q&A with the cast of Seattle Rep's Quixote Nuevo, a spellbinding and whimsical blend of fantasy and reality inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote. Filled with fantastical theatricality, puppetry, and underscored by vibrant Tejano music, Quixote Nuevo is a heartfelt and often hilarious quest towards becoming the hero of your own story. 

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW St. Louis Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!