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Kids' Night on Broadway Tickets Now On Sale for THE GREAT GATSBY, THE OUTSIDERS & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

Tickets for Kids’ Night on Broadway are now on sale. Learn about the participating shows and see how to purchase tickets!

Jennifer Holmes Named Inaugural Dean Of Pace University Sands College Of Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2024

Jennifer Holmes has been appointed as the inaugural Dean of Pace University Sands College of Performing Arts, bringing extensive experience in theatre education and administration to the new role.

YES, WE'RE RELATED Set for Edinburgh Fringe
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2024

Yes, We’re Related has been in development with SOHO Theatre Edinburgh Fringe Labs, and is on at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe from Saturday 2 - Saturday 17th August at Greenside, Riddles Court (Willow Studio)

Review: MAMMA MIA at Orpheum Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - Jul 24, 2024

Mamma Mia... here we go again! The hit musical has returned to Memphis and is a fantastic ending of the 2023-2024 season. It's a smash hit but what makes it so popular? It might be the iconic tunes, featuring the music of pop sensations ABBA, or the themes of female empowerment, or the bright and fun costumes, or toe-tapping choreography.

THE GREAT GATSBY, THE NOTEBOOK & More Take Part in Kids' Night on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2024

Kids' Night on Broadway will return this summer in New York City on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, with a selection of 19 Broadway shows available. See which shows are taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: RUDDIGORE at Gilbert And Sullivan Society Of Houston
by Armando Urdiales - Jul 22, 2024

Boy, I wanted to enjoy this way more. I have been an ardent fan of the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston since I moved to Houston in 2021, and their post-pandemic performance of HMS Pinafore left me excited for future G&S Society of Houston productions. In 2023, they followed up HMS with Pirates of Penzance (the first of what I hope are many showings of this production), and again, I was excited to see what 2024 would bring. Unfortunately, with a change of venue, while there were some incredible performances, much was left to be desired. 

Review: RE: WRITING at Capital Fringe Festival
by Pamela Roberts - Jul 19, 2024

RE: WRITING is a moving and assured new work at the Capital Fringe Festival. The play delves into trust and memory. It asks who gets to tell your story, it reflects on the ethics of writing, and it looks at how we surface and articulate the major moments of our lives.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Comes to the 2024 Little Shakespeare Festival Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

Much Ado About Nothing written by William Shakespeare and directed by Megan Lummus will be presented as part of the 2024 Little Shakespeare Festival with FRIGID New York at UNDER St. Marks.

Conspiracy Theory Drama CON Premieres at Brooklyn Art Haus This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 8, 2024

Jake Shore's new drama CON, exploring the impact of conspiracy theories and personal trauma, premieres July 19 at Brooklyn Art Haus. Directed by Paul Smithyman, the play stars Tracey Beltrano and Miguel Bertrand.

July Lineup Set For the Meighen Forum
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024

July will bring the Meighen Forum to the Stratford Festival, offering diverse experiences such as the Season Deep Dive week which features leaders and artists of the Festival, CBC Ideas Week: Brave New Worlds which will welcome back host Nahlah Ayed for a week of exploration.

Student Blog: A First-Time Guide To Seeing A Show
by Student Blogger: Alexa Malerba - Jun 30, 2024

Shows are a wonderful form of entertainment. The bright lights, the catchy songs, and the spectacular dancing is a sight to behold. Whether it’s a local production, national tour, or a Broadway spectacle, it’s an experience everyone should have at least once in life. However, there are some things first-time theatergoers should be aware of in order to optimize their experience. Therefore, I have created a comprehensive guide to navigating your first show.

Paramount's BOLD Series Launches Third Season With PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Beginning in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024

Season three of Paramount's BOLD Series will launch this summer with a new production of Peter and the Starcatcher, running July 24 through September 1.

Student Blog: An Introduction: Get to Know Me!
by Student Blogger: Madie Winningham - Jun 24, 2024

The people I have been lucky enough to meet through this program have changed my view on art as well as what it means to be a leader in a theatrical setting.

Ellie MacPherson to Present BABE LINCOLN at Edinburgh Fringe This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024

Writer, performer, and historian (the funny kind) Ellie MacPherson will return to Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer with Babe Lincoln. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: Street Theatre Company's FUN HOME Delivers Artistry for Pride Month
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jun 20, 2024

Over and over again, that has happened to me for the almost half a century during which I’ve been reviewing theater. No matter if it’s a play I have seen countless times, I find myself excited to witness a new take on a much-loved title or to find new and expressive meaning in something I know like the back of my hand. More importantly, I find that theater can elicit in me a profound response and cause me to recall people, places and memories that feed my very soul.

Student Blog: A Weekend in NYC
by Student Blogger: Ava Karlstad - Jun 16, 2024

Each year, my three best friends, our moms, and I find some excuse to get to NYC for a short weekend.  This year, Lauren graduated from college so obviously that means a trip to the most amazing city.  Here are some highlights and recommendations from this past trip!

BROADWAY GOES A CAPPELLA TONY EDITION to Play The Triad Theatre Tomorrow
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 16, 2024

Following multiple sold-out performances, the 6th iteration of a spectacular event, 'Broadway Goes A Cappella' has been announced. A unique and enchanting experience that brings together the magic of Broadway and the authentic charm of a cappella music.

Voloz Collective Announces US Tour
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 15, 2024

Following two sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, a European tour, and an Off-West End run, Voloz Collective will bring their smash hit show to the US.

Videos: Taylor Tomlinson Hosts Broadway Edition of AFTER MIDNIGHT
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 14, 2024

On the late-night show After Midnight on Thursday, Taylor Tomlinson hosted a 'Broadway edition' episode, featuring Tony-Award winner Jenna Ushkowitz, Kate Micucci, and Eliot Glazer. Watch segments from the show!

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
by Jarrod Michael - Jun 14, 2024

The Tony Award winning theatrical sensation, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, is without question the sparkling diamond of the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center Broadway Across America season!