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Review: CATS at CM Performing Arts Center
by Sam Desmond - Mar 25, 2026

Feisty felines compete for centerstage through dance and song, with nary a meow as this show features no human characters. Currently playing at the CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale is a mammoth of the musical theater repertory, “CATS.”

Photos: First Look at CATS THE MUSICAL at CM Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2026

First look photos have been released for CATS THE MUSICAL at CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale, NY. Directed and choreographed by Jojo Minsai, the production reimagines the musical in an abandoned circus setting. Performances run through March 29.

CM Performing Arts Center Unveils Cast of CATS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

CM Performing Arts Center has announced the cast for its upcoming production of CATS, set to take the stage from March 14 to March 29. The show promises engaging choreography and a captivating ensemble.

CM Performing Arts Center Unveils Cast For MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2026

CM Performing Arts Center has announced the cast for its upcoming production of Monty Python’s Spamalot, which will run from February 14 through March 1.

Cast Set for ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY At CM Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2025

CM Performing Arts Center has revealed the cast of their upcoming Family Theatre production of Elephant and Piggie's We Are In a Play. Learn more and see how to attend.

Cast Set for DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS At CM Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

CM Performing Arts Center's Family Theatre is rolling full speed ahead with its next exciting production: Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! The Musical! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: You'll Have 'Nothin' But A Good Time' at CMPAC's ROCK OF AGES
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Jan 22, 2025

Opening its 54th season, CMPAC puts on a rocking version of Rock of Ages. Rock of Ages tells the story of “small town girl” Sherrie, who dreams of becoming an actress and “city boy” Drew, who dreams of becoming a rock star. It’s love at first sight, when the two bump into each other at The Bourbon Room, a fabled West Hollywood rock club run by former rock impresario Dennis Dupree and his assistant Lonny.

THE KYLE PETTY SHOW LIVE to Play The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Performing Arts Center in January
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 7, 2024

The Kyle Petty Show Live at The CM Performing Arts Center - A Celebration of Talent, Laughter, and Milestones will play the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre, CM Performing Arts Center, in January.

ROCK OF AGES Cast Announced At CM Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2024

The CM Performing Arts Center has announcee the cast of their upcoming production of Rock of Ages which kicks off Season 54, running on the Main Stage in The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre from January 18 - February 01.

CM Performing Arts Announces Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024

CM Performing Arts Center has announced the cast for A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL, running December 7-22.

Cast Set For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The CM Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2024

The CM Performing Arts Center has revealed the cast for its Main Stage production of DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Beauty and the Beast will soon return to the MTI vault, making this one of the final opportunities to enjoy this timeless tale in its current form. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Casting Announced for CM Performing Arts' Production of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024

CM Performing Arts Center will present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, running March 16 - April 6 on the Main Stage in The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre.

Photos: First Look at CM Performing Arts Presents EVITA
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024

The CM Performing Arts Center is presenting Evita, running on the Main Stage in the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre from February 10 - February 24. Check out a first look at the show here!

CM Performing Arts Announces Cast of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN: THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2023

CM Performing Arts has announced the stellar cast of 'Young Frankenstein The Musical,' set to run from October 21 to November 5, 2023 on the Main Stage in The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre.

Review: 9 TO 5 at CM Performing Arts Center
by Jenna Fanelli - Mar 1, 2023

What did our critic think of 9 TO 5 at CM Performing Arts Center? Who doesn't love Dolly Parton? It seems that the cast and creative team of CM Performing Arts Center at the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre's production of 9 to 5 would agree with that sentiment, as their utter enjoyment and passion for the music and the story is truly palpable from the stage.

Casting Announced For THE SOUND OF MUSIC at CM Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023

The CM Performing Arts Center has announced their star studded cast of The Sound of Music, running on the Main Stage in The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre.

Photos: First Look at CM Performing Arts' A CHORUS LINE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2023

The Broadway Classic A Chorus Line comes to life on The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre Stage, running from January 28 - February 11. Check out photos of the production here!

CM Performing Arts Center Announces Cast Of Dolly Parton's 9 To 5 THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2023

The CM Performing Arts Center has announced their upcoming cast of Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 The Musical, running February 25 - March 11 on The Main Stage in The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre.

Cast Announced For A CHORUS LINE at CM Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2022

The CM Performing Arts Center has announced their star-studded cast of A CHORUS LINE, running from January 28 to February 11 on the Main Stage in The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.