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Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
by Jarrod Michael - Nov 20, 2024

The touring production of Mrs. Doubtfire, a stage adaptation of the beloved 1993 film, welcomes audiences with its technical mastery and heartfelt story. Containing 31 lightning-fast quick changes per show, this production is a marvel of theatrical ingenuity. These whirlwind transformations between Daniel Hillard and his alter ego, Mrs. Doubtfire, bring an undeniable energy to the performance, showcasing the talents of the cast and backstage crew alike.

Alicia Albright, Ruby Lewis & More to Star in BROADWAY HOLIDAY at Transcendence Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024

Transcendence Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast and creative team for its Broadway Holiday production, featuring an ensemble of Broadway veterans and accomplished performers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Rob McClure Will Play Final Performance in MRS. DOUBTFIRE on Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024

Two-time Tony Award® nominee Rob McClure will say goodbye to the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire on October 13, 2024, after originating the role and earning a Tony nomination for his performance. He will have played over 400 performances with the show.   

Catherine Brunell Joins MRS. DOUBTFIRE National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2024

MRS. DOUBTFIRE announced new casting for its North American tour, featuring a fresh lineup of actors set to bring the beloved characters to life on stage.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE North American Tour Recoups Investment
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024

The North American tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the smash hit musical comedy currently playing to audiences across North America and in London’s West End, has recouped its $5 million investment after 29 weeks on the road.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE is Coming to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024

The North American Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is coming to BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre this summer. Learn more about the engagement and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE IS A COMEDIC GEM, WITH A REFLECTIVE LENS at STRAZ CENTER
by Drew Eberhard - Apr 5, 2024

Mrs. Doubtfire, a new musical based on the 1993 hit family film of the same name, is actually based on the 1987 novel Alias Madame Doubtfire by Anne Fine. The stage musical in all its purposes features music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell. The National Tour is currently onstage in the Carol Morsani Hall, at Tampa’s Straz Center for the Performing Arts.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE is Coming To Playhouse Square In January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023

Mrs. Doubtfire is coming to Playhouse Square in January! Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming musical adaptation of the beloved film. Don't miss out on this unforgettable show.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE to Make St. Louis Debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

MRS. DOUBTFIRE will make its St. Louis debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Launches National Tour; What Are the Critics Saying?
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023

The National Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway! The 2023-2024 North American Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire launched at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo before continuing on to play 30+ cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Nashville and more. Read the reviews for Mrs. Doubtfire on tour here!

Giselle Gutierrez, Aaron Kaburick, and More Join McClure and Lakis in North American Tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 21, 2023

The producers of MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the smash hit musical comedy currently playing to sold-out houses in London's West End, have announced the full cast for the North American Tour launching next month.

MARY POPPINS' Neil Starkenberg Takes Over Our Instagram Today!
by Social Watch - Sep 24, 2022

Tune in to our Instagram story today, as Neil Starkenberg takes over to take you behind the scenes of his day at Mary Poppins at Tuacahn Center for the Arts.

North Carolina Theatre Announces Full Cast and Creative Team For 9 TO 5
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2021

North Carolina Theatre, the region's premiere nonprofit professional regional theatre, is excited to announce the full cast for 9 to 5 with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, directed by Producing Artistic Director, Eric Woodall.

The Rose Center Theater Brings You TOGETHER AGAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2020

On Saturday August 29 at 7:30pm PDT, they are re-releasing an enhanced version of the virtual music revue. Still featuring your favorite Rose Center Theater performers, but now with never before seen musical numbers and footage!

Rose Center Theater Presents TOGETHER A Virtual Revue
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2020

Join Rose Center Theater for TOGETHER, a virtual revue celebrating the power of music. Featuring songs from original TNT Musicals performed by your favorite Rose Center cast members from L.A. to Broadway!

The Rose Center Theater and RCT Musical Theater Productions Present Virtual Musical Revue
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2020

The Rose Center Theater - led by Artistic and Managing Director Tim Nelson - and RCT Musical Theater Productions is excited to present to TOGETHER a Virtual Musical Revue, celebrating the power of music.

Photo Coverage: LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE Press Night Celebration At The Wallis Annenberg
by Lily Lim - Dec 10, 2019

Casting has been announced for The Wallis and For The Record's production of LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE, the multimedia concert celebration of one of the most beloved holiday films of all time and the biggest, record-breaking hit in The Wallis' history, which is back by popular demand, now as a not-to-be-missed Los Angeles tradition with performances beginning the day before Thanksgiving (November 27) and running through the weekend following Christmas (December 29). Returning from the 2018 production are Rex Smith (RIAA Gold® recording artist), Carrie Manolakos (Broadway's Mamma Mia!, Wicked), Doug Kreeger (Broadway's Les Misérables), Tomasina Abate (For The Record's Scorsese: American Crime Requiem, Tarantino), Carson Higgins (international tour of Green Day's American Idiot) and the multi-dimensional Emily Lopez. New this year to the lineup of outstanding performers are Rogelio Douglas Jr. (In the Heights and The Little Mermaid on Broadway), Declan Bennett (Once, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Taboo in the West End, American Idiot and Rent on Broadway), Jon Robert Hall (Fox's Grease: Live, “Glee”), Chris Mann (NBC's “The Voice,” The Phantom of the Opera 25th Anniversary Tour), James Byous (Scorsese: American Crime Requiem, Netflix's 'Westside'), Ruby Lewis (Cirque du Soleil's Paramour, Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole), singer/songwriter/actress Aubrie Sellers (one of Rolling Stone's best country albums of the year), Gabriela Francesca Carrillo (American Mariachi, Netflix's Homecoming), Levi Smith (A Bronx Tale: The Musical, It's a Wonderful Life, Mary Poppins and The Music Man on Broadway), young singer/actress Nayah Damasen, John Battagliese and accomplished violinist Molly Rogers. 

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet For LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE at The Wallis Annenberg
by Lily Lim - Dec 9, 2019

The Wallis and For The Record present LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE, the multimedia concert celebration of one of the most beloved holiday films of all time and the biggest, record-breaking hit in The Wallis' history, which is back by popular demand, now as a not-to-be-missed Los Angeles tradition with performances beginning the day before Thanksgiving (November 27) and running through the weekend following Christmas (December 29).

Photo Coverage: Curtain Call And Press Night Celebration Of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL At La Mirada Theatre
by Lily Lim - Sep 24, 2019

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT are thrilled to present the West Coast Premiere of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL, book by Dan Remmes, music by Neil Berg, lyrics by Nick Meglin, (Adapted from the Warner Bros. motion picture written by Mark Steven Johnson), additional orchestrations by Phil Reno, choreography by Michele Lynch, musical direction by Benet Braun and direction by Matt Lenz. GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL will preview on Friday, September 20, 2019 (with a press opening on Saturday, September 21 at 8pm) and runs through Sunday, October 13, 2018 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd in La Mirada.  

Wake Up With BWW 9/24: THE HEIGHT OF THE STORM Opens, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2019

Today's top stories: The Height of the Storm officially opens tonight, and more!