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BWW Q&A: Carla Woods Talks COME FROM AWAY at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Nov 4, 2025

Come from Away tells the inspiring true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland in the aftermath of September 11, 2001. As fear and uncertainty gripped the world, the people of Gander responded with open arms.

Photos: Meet the Cast of COME FROM AWAY at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025

Asolo Repertory Theatre has released first look photos of the cast of COME FROM AWAY, launching the 2025–26 season with performances November 12–December 28, 2025.

Cast Set for COME FROM AWAY at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the complete casting for COME FROM AWAY, set to be presented beginning in November. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Nikki Snelson Will Direct Theatre By The Sea's HEARTBREAK HOTEL
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2025

 In celebration of 92 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney is proud to present Heartbreak Hotel, the stage musical which celebrates the life and music of Elvis Presley. Heartbreak Hotel will be presented from August 20 – September 14, 2025.

Theatre By The Sea Continues 92nd Season With The Tony-Winning Musical HAIRSPRAY
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025

Theatre By The Sea will continue its 92nd season with the high-energy Broadway hit Hairspray, running from July 23 through August 16, 2025. The production marks the return of the beloved musical to the Wakefield stage, where it was last seen in 2011.

TINA �" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Takes The BJCC Concert Hall Stage This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will close out the 24–25 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series at the BJCC Concert Hall, June 24–29, 2025. TINA – The Tina Turner Musical was written by Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall with Frank Ketelaar and Kees Prins.

TINA �" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Playing Now At Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025

Broadway In Chicago will present TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph Street) through June 8. Starring Meghan Dawson as Tina Turner.

Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Blaisdell Center
by F.H. Kekoa - Apr 25, 2025

The curtain rises on Tina Turner (Jayna Elise) in her iconic red leather minidress and lioness mane about to ascend a set of stairs to a stadium of eager fans. She panics, steps back down the stairs, sits cross-legged on the floor, and begins chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, a Buddhist chant invoking inner strength and transformation of suffering.

The Skivvies' Nick Cearley to Star as Seymour in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Saugatuck Center for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 26, 2022

The stage at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts will shift from pink to green at the closing of Legally Blonde while preparing to open Little Shop of Horrors on August 12. Professional performers bring incredible choreography, moving musical numbers, and hilarious anecdotes in this beloved Broadway musical, right here in Saugatuck.

Photos: Get a First Look at DREAMGIRLS At The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2022

Dreamgirls is now playing at the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre through July 24. The musical follows the tumultuous story of a young female singing trio from Chicago, Illinois called “The Dreams” who become music superstars. Get a first look at photos here!

Broadway's Deidre Goodwin Directs DREAMGIRLS, Now Playing at The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2022

Dreamgirls, the smash-hit musical that collected six Tony Awards and two Oscars takes the stage at the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre, July 14-24.