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Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Opens at the Ahmanson Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025

Paranormal Activity officially opened at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles on Friday, November 14. Check out photos from opening night and learn more about the show here!

A GRATEFUL STAGE Benefit for Broadway Cares to be Presented at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2025

The Green Room 42 will present 'A Grateful Stage: A Benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS'. Featuring the NY Musical Theatre Department of Eris Talent Agency, 'A Grateful Stage' is an evening of music and heartfelt appreciation.

Exclusive: Kathleen Chalfant and Carolyn Michelle Smith on How FAMILIAR TOUCH Pays Tribute to Loved Ones
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2025

With Familiar Touch now playing in select cities nationwide, BroadwayWorld caught up with Kathleen Chalfant and Carolyn Michelle Smith, discussing their love of the script, their collaboration with writer/director Sarah Friedland, and what audiences can take away from the very-real reality of those who live with dementia. 

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Begins This Week At The Orpheum Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025

Love, mischief, and moonlight magic take center stage in A Midsummer Night's Dream, running March 20-30, 2025, at the historic Orpheum Theater in downtown Sioux Falls.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Presented at The Premiere Playhouse This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2024

The Premiere Playhouse will open their 4th annual production of Crispin Whittell's adaptation of A Christmas Carol in the historic Sioux Falls Orpheum Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Industry Presentation Of STAR-CROSSED: A Gender-Defying R & J In Verse & Beats
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2024

An industry presentation of STAR-CROSSED: A Gender-Defying R & J in Verse & Beats was held at the Dramatists Guild Foundation on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024. See photos here!

STAR-CROSSED To Have Industry Reading At The Dramatists Guild Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2024

A developmental reading of STAR-CROSSED: A GENDER-DEFYING R & J IN VERSE & BEATS will be presented at the Dramatists Guild Foundation. This reimagining of ROMEO & JULIET offers a modern twist with customizable music and inclusive casting. Learn more!

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL to Play The Gateway Playhouse Beginning Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical - the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway hit about the life and career of one of the most prolific female songwriters in history - continues The Gateway's 75th Season and will run at The Gateway Playhouse from August 9 – September 8, 2024.

The Premiere Playhouse's Season 21 Finale, HAIR, Opens at the Orpheum Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2024

The Premiere Playhouse's Season 21 finale, HAIR, opened at the historic Orpheum Theater in Sioux Falls, featuring a talented cast in an electrifying performance set in a 1960s New York City subway station.

Cast Announced for THE PINK DOLL CABARET at Crazy Coqs
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024

Big news, Dolls: The cast of 23 June’s “The Pink Doll Cabaret” has been announced! Previously seen at New York’s iconic 54 Below, this four-time sold-out show is traveling across the pond to Crazy Coqs with its original all-female, Gen-Z creative team.

SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED & More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup of performances at 54 Below next week, featuring a variety of talented artists and captivating shows. Don't miss out on the vibrant entertainment scene at this iconic venue.

54 Below to Present FEMININE RAGE: MUSICALS EDITION This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present Feminine Rage: Musicals Edition. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

FEMININE RAGE: MUSICALS EDITION Comes to 54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024

 54 BELOW will present stars from The Notebook, “The Voice,” The Phantom of the Opera, and more in Feminine Rage: Musicals Edition on April 15, 2024, at 7:00pm. 

Review: PLAY/WRITE at Planet M Records
by Erica Miner - Mar 22, 2024

What did our critic think of PLAY/WRITE at Planet M Records? There is much to unpack here in the way of unique sounds, colors and vibrations

THE CHI Returns to Showtime in May For the Second Half of Season 6
by Michael Major - Feb 8, 2024

Guest stars for season six include Emmy winner Lynn Whitfield, Jill Marie Jones, Kandi Burruss, La La Anthony, Vic Mensa, Carolyn Michelle Smith, Jason Weaver, Iman Shumpert, Nia Jervier, L'lerrét Jazelle, Hannaha Hall, Ahmad Ferguson, Genesis Denise Hale, Joel Steingold, and more. Watch the video teaser!

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

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh 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!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Raleigh Awards; DISASTER!, WEDDING DAY WORRIES, Studio 1 Burlington & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards; DISASTER!, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Studio 1 Burlington & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards December 5th Standings; DISASTER! Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards; A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!