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Interview: Alan Edmunds and Richard Winzeler on Bringing the Mystery of a 1920s Child Prodigy to life in PERFECT WORLD
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 30, 2025

The creators of PERFECT WORLD discuss how the true story of a brilliant young novelist who vanished in 1939 became the inspiration for their new musical, playing Nov. 1-9 at the El Portal Theatre.

Exclusive: PERFECT WORLD A New Musical Begins Rehearsals At El Portal Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive video first look inside rehearsals for Perfect World, a brand-new musical directed and choreographed by Broadway’s Kay Cole.

29th Street Playwrights Collective To Present Staged Reading Of WINTER WHEAT
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2025

The 29th Street Playwrights Collective New Works Series 2025 will present a staged reading of Winter Wheat by Michael Wells-Oakes on Monday, October 20 at 7 p.m. at the Attic Studio at The Tank.

PERFECT WORLD Premieres at The El Portal
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2025

A new, mystery musical aet in the twenties Perfect World tells the true-life story of Barbara Follett, a precocious child writer who had an extraordinary love of writing. 

Photos: THE WEDDING SINGER at The Colony Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

Performances are now underway for The Wedding Singer at The Colony Theatre. The Wedding Singer premiered on Broadway in 2006 and was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Check out photos here!

IOWA CAUCUS Staged Reading Comes to The Attic at the Tank
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025

The 29th Street Playwright Collective will present a Staged Reading of IOWA CAUCUS by Catherine Rogers as part of its NEW WORK SERIES 2025 in June. Learn more here!

Review: RENT at Texarkana Repertory Company
by Theresa Bertram - May 26, 2025

Though sometimes it feels like it takes 525,600 minutes to drive to Texarkana, the trip is always worth it, especially when the Texarkana Repertory Company delivers powerhouse performances like RENT, presented May 2–11. With raw emotion, electrifying vocals, and fearless storytelling, this production, Directed by Michael Cooper, captured the spirit of Jonathan Larson’s iconic rock musical while infusing it with a unique local energy that left audiences breathless. It was a vibrant reminder that art not only reflects life, but it also gives it meaning. 

Cast & Designers Set For THE WEDDING SINGER at The Colony Theatre In Burbank
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025

The Colony Theatre has announced the cast and designers for The Wedding Singer, the musical comedy, which begins performances in June. Learn more about the show here!

Review Roundup: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre. Learn more about the production and read the reviews!

Review: Jason Alexander Leads Outstanding FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada Theatre
by Michael Quintos - Nov 15, 2024

Led by a brilliant performance by Jason Alexander, this lively, emotionally-grounded, classic-leaning staging still somehow manages to feel fresh, reinvigorated, and much more searing than prior iterations.This latest SoCal-area revival of the landmark 1964 musical—here directed by Lonny Price—is, at its most impressive core, one of the most thoughtful, winningly-engaging stage musicals of the year thus far, and is a definite must-not-miss production.

Video: Watch Jason Alexander in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Preview
by Michael Major - Nov 13, 2024

Watch a first look video of Jason Alexander in Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre! Joining Jason Alexander as “Tevye,” the cast also features: Valerie Perri as “Golde,” Rachel Ravel as “Tzeitel,” Alanna J. Smith as “Hodel,” and more.

Photos: Jason Alexander and More in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 9, 2024

La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of Fiddler on the Roof starring Tony Award-winner Jason Alexander as “Tevye” is now in performances. Check out photos here!

Chicago's Spun Out Releases New Album Dream Noise Via Shuga Records
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2024

Chicago psych-rock band SPUN OUT released their second LP, DREAM NOISE, on October 25th via Shuga Records, featuring the lead single and video 'Paranoia.' Discover their latest musical offering.

Video: Jason Alexander in Rehearsal for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024

Get a first look at Jason Alexander in rehearsal for Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre in the video here!

Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.

Review: HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME THE MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company
by Theresa Bertram - Sep 27, 2024

What did our critic think of HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME THE MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company?

Full Cast Set for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS has revealed the full cast for Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LOST EPISODES- GOLDEN IS THE NEW BLACK at O'Connell And Company
by Michael Rabice - Jul 2, 2024

O'Connell and Company is set to present the latest installment of THE GOLDEN GIRLS- THE LOST EPISODES 5- GOLDEN IS THE NEW BLACK. Billed as a hilarious, naughty drag parody of America's favorite sitcom, the script by David Cerda includes two new episodes.

O'Connell & Company Will Present THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LOST EPISODES #5 - GOLDEN IS THE NEW BLACK
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2024

O'Connell & Company will present Shady Pines 2 Production's The Golden Girls: The Lost Episodes Vol. 5 – Golden is the New Black.

Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company
by Theresa Bertram - May 30, 2024

What did our critic think of NICKELODEON THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Texarkana Repertory Company?