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Video: First Look at 'I Can Hear The Bells' from HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 3, 2026

Casa Mañana Theatre is currently presenting HAIRSPRAY, running through March 8. Check out a first look at “I Can Hear the Bells” in the video below.

Photos: Nina West and More in HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

Andrew Levitt (AKA Nina West) is playing Edna Turnblad in the musical Hairspray at Casa Mañana Theatre. The show runs February 28 – March 8, and tickets are on sale now.  Check out all new photos here!

Touchstone Theatre to Present Original Show LANGUAGE OF DOLLS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

Touchstone Theatre, the region’s only ensemble-based theatre, will present Language of Dolls – an original production. Language of Dolls follows three older women friends who come to a cabin in the woods to re-connect.

Nina West Will Lead HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Andrew Levitt, known as Nina West, will star as Edna Turnblad in Casa Mañana's upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, running from February 28 to March 8.

Photos: Jim Caruso's Cast Party Celebrates Talent in London
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party has quickly established itself as a phenomenon in London, driven by the sharp wit of host Caruso and the remarkable musicianship of Billy Stritch.

A WOMAN AMONG WOMEN and More Set for New Georges 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025

New Georges has unveiled its 2025/26 Season.  The 2025/26 Season will feature the return of A Woman Among Women by Julia May Jonas, and more. See the full lineup here!

IT'S OUR BALL Documentary to Make World Premiere at HollyShorts Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2025

IT'S OUR BALL, a powerful new documentary short celebrating senior women athletes, will make its world premiere at the 21st Annual HollyShorts Film Festival on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.

The Orchard Project Announces 2025 Artists, Projects & Summer Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025

The Orchard Project has announced the teams and artists selected to participate in its 2025 Summer Labs in Saratoga Springs, NY. Fifteen teams are creating new theatrical work in The Orchard Project's hallmark Performance Lab; eight are developing television shows in its Episodic Lab; four are creating new podcasts in its Audio Lab; and nine multidisciplinary artists are developing new work in the Greenhouse Lab.

Video: First Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Michael Major - Jun 3, 2025

Watch a new video preview of The Little Mermaid at Paper Mill Playhouse, including Hillary Fisher singing 'Part of Your World' and Haven Burton singing 'Poor Unfortunate Souls.' 

Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse Shines Bright and Delights
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 3, 2025

Be enchanted!  Disney’s 'The Little Mermaid' at Paper Mill Playhouse (PMP) tantalizes the imagination with its star-studded cast, elaborate production quality, and fantastic story.

Photos: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025

Performances are now underway for Paper Mill Playhouse's production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2024-2025 season. Check out photos here!

Video: THE LITTLE MERMAID Rehearsal Sneak Peek at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse is now in rehearsals for Disney’s The Little Mermaid. In an all new video, watch Aubrey Matalon (Flounder) and the cast of Disney's The Little Mermaid perform 'She's in Love'! 

Photos: Meet the Cast of THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Jennifer Broski - May 22, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse is now in rehearsals for Disney’s The Little Mermaid, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2024-2025 season. BroadwayWorld was in rehearsal with the cast and you can check out photos here!

SHE WHO DARED Comes to Chicago Opera Theater
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025

Chicago Opera Theater (COT), Chicago's foremost producer of new and rarely staged  operas, proudly presents the world premiere of She Who Dared by acclaimed composer/librettist duo Jasmine Arielle Barnes and Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton.

Hillary Fisher, Haven Burton and More to Star in THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the cast and the creative team for Disney’s The Little Mermaid, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2024-2025 season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Music Theater Works 2025 Producers Gala: LUCK BE A LADY Sets New Fundraising Record
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025

Music Theater Works’ annual gala, the Producers Gala, Luck Be a Lady was held Saturday, April 5, at the Michigan Shores Club, 911 Michigan Ave. See photos from the event.

TOArts Presents THE MAGICAL WORLD OF DRAGONS AND MYTHICAL BEASTS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2025

Step into the magical world of myths and legends with the fantastical live family show Dragons and Mythical Beasts at the Fred Kavli Theatre on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 3:00 pm.

Exclusive Photos: WAITRESS at The Muny Starring Jessica Vosk & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024

Get a first look at Waitress at The Muny starring Jessica Vosk and more! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Full Cast & Design Team Set for WAITRESS at The Muny
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024

The Muny has revealed its full cast and design team for Waitress, the fifth show in the theatre’s 106th season. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS Comes To London This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

Zog and the Flying Doctors, based on the bestselling sequel by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, will fly into London this summer, playing at Cadogan Hall from 1 – 31 August 2024 with a press performance on Friday 2 August 1pm.