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PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: The Musical Will Premiere Off-Broadway With Tatianna Córdoba and More
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: The Musical, adapted from the  novel by Joan Lindsay, with book and lyrics by Hilary Bell and music and arrangements by Greta Gertler Gold, will  begin performances off-Broadway next month.

Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL
by Joshua Wright - Aug 11, 2025

What did critics think of Dolly Parton’s brand new musical, Dolly: A True Original Musical? With a score by Parton that includes some of her biggest hits as well as new songs she has written especially for the musical, Dolly also features a book by Parton and Emmy winner Maria S. Schlatter, direction by Tony winner Bartlett Sher, and choreography by Emmy winner Mandy Moore. Read all the reviews.

Photo: First Look at DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL
by Team BWW - Jul 18, 2025

The first production photo from global icon Dolly Parton’s brand new musical, Dolly: A True Original Musical, has just been released — and it’s giving rhinestones, heart, and pure Nashville sparkle! The world premiere bows with a sold-out first preview at the Fisher Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Belmont University — right in Dolly’s hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.

John Behlmann and More Complete the Cast of DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025

The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical ahead of the show’s first preview. See who is starring and learn more!

Beth Malone and More Join DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025

Dolly Parton has announced additional casting, the music team, and the design team for the upcoming world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical as rehearsals commence in Parton’s hometown of Nashville, TN. 

Review: HOT THE MUSICAL at Unicorn Theatre
by Alan Portner - May 17, 2024

In performance now through June 2 is HOT THE MUSICAL, an entertaining and original new take on the Greek Mythology surrounding Helen of Troy and the Trojan Wars. The show is staged at Unicorn Theatre on Main Street. This one is definitely worth your time.

Review: The Goodspeed's GYPSY is a Real Good Time!
by Ariana Straznicky-Packer - May 27, 2023

They say “April showers bring May flowers” and the Goodspeed expertly planted their garden perfectly: This May and June, Everything is coming up roses, with Gypsy!

VIDEO: Judy McLane Rehearses 'Some People' For Goodspeed's GYPSY
by Alan Henry - Apr 25, 2023

Watch Judy McLane rehearse 'Some People' for Goodspeed Musicals' production of Gypsy, the first production of its 60th anniversary season.

Additional Cast Announced for GYPSY at Goodspeed Musicals Starring Judy McLane & Talia Suskauer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2023

Goodspeed Musicals will welcome Gypsy as its first production of its 60th anniversary season. See who is starring in the production, and learn how to purchase tickets!

HIP HOP CINDERELLA to Make Off-Broadway Debut at the New Victory Theater in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2023

Hip Hop Cinderella will make its New York stage debut on February 10th at the New Victory Theater. See how to purchase tickets!

Robert H. Fowler & More to Star in A CHORUS LINE at The Weathervane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2022

The Weathervane Theatre will close its season with the groundbreaking musical A CHORUS LINE. A CHORUS LINE opens Wednesday, September 28th and runs in alternating repertory through Sunday, October 9th.

Disney's CAMP ROCK Opens This Week at Theatre in the Park
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2017

Imagine summer camp complete with rock rivalries and you have the jamming musical, DISNEY'S CAMP ROCK!

Disney's CAMP ROCK Opens This Week at Theatre in the Park
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2017

Imagine summer camp complete with rock rivalries and you have the jamming musical, DISNEY'S CAMP ROCK!

Blue Star Award Winners Announced at Starlight Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2017

For the 15th consecutive year, Starlight Theatre has publicly applauded the outstanding achievements and talents of local high school musical theatre students. Last night's 2017 Blue Star Awards Ceremony gave hundreds of area teens an opportunity to perform musical numbers on Starlight's Cohen Community Stage while their teachers, peers, parents and others cheered them from the seats. Many of the students took home Blue Star Awards in recognition of their high school theatrical accomplishments.

Starlight Theatre Announces 2017 Blue Star Awards
by Julie Musbach - May 8, 2017

Yesterday, high school theatre students and instructors across metropolitan Kansas City and in neighboring communities received the good news that they had received nominations for the 15th Anniversary Blue Star Awards from Starlight Theatre. Starlight leaders, staff and board members personally delivered 132 nominations to 42 area high schools. On Thursday night, May 25, winners of the 2017 Blue Star Awards will receive their honors in a public ceremony on Starlight Theatre's Cohen Community Stage.