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Review: BALLET SHOES, National Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Nov 26, 2025

The National Theatre offers a truly enchanting festive treat with Ballet Shoes which returns to the Olivier under the confident and imaginative direction of Katy Rudd. Kendall Feaver’s new version of Noel Streatfeild’s beloved novel feels both timeless and refreshingly alive, delivered with intelligence and a deep understanding of the story’s levels and enduring charm.
Review: WORKING GIRL at La Jolla Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Nov 22, 2025

WORKING GIRL ultimately soars and plummets based on the root-ability quotient of its title character. Singer and author Joanna “JoJo” Levesque can’t really be classified as a discovery. She’s as good as her material, which is solid, tuneful and plenty enjoyable.
Gok Wan Will Join BACK TO THE FUTURE Musical Cast to Celebrate Back to the Future Day
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025

Presenter, stylist and actor Gok Wan will make a special cameo appearance as ‘Principal Strickland' to celebrate Back to the Future Day at the Adelphi Theatre on Monday 20 October.
Review: RED PITCH at Olney Theatre
by Audrey Cahak - Sep 30, 2025

What did our critic think of RED PITCH at Olney Theatre? Red Pitch is a game-changer. One can tell from the play’s simultaneous use of a soccer consultant, dialect coach, fight choreographer, and on-site medic that it takes some serious practice and grit to bring this piece to life.  
Robin de Jesús on BLACK RABBIT Cast and His Chef Role
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 29, 2025

Robin de Jesús discusses his role as Tony in Netflix's BLACK RABBIT, his passion for cooking, and his theater experiences.
Film Lab Launches Elevating Women in Entertainment Series
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2025

This fall, Film Lab debuts Elevating Women in Entertainment, a new interview series that gives audiences access to the women - and their male allies - shaping today's film and television industries.
Paapa Essiedu, Maxine Peake, Claudia Jessie, Fionn Whitehead & Jenny Beavan Named Open Door Ambassadors
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025

Open Door, the award-winning charity helping actors and behind the scenes creatives from low income backgrounds secure places at leading drama schools, has unveiled a string of new high profile ambassadors.
Cast Set For West End Transfer of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025

The National Theatre has announced full casting for the West End transfer of its production of The Importance of Being Earnest as rehearsals get underway. Learn more here!
Producer Hub Launches THE BRIDGES FELLOWSHIP for African Producers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2025

PRODUCER HUB is launching The Bridges Fellowship and the inaugural cohort of producing fellows. Learn more and see how to apply to join the Fellowship here.
Review: WAIT UNTIL DARK at Shaw Festival
by Michael Rabice - Aug 5, 2025

Heightened senses, a world of darkness and a band of conniving criminals all make up the fabric of the 1960's thriller WAIT UNTIL DARK. The Shaw Festival in Niagara on the Lake is presenting Frederick Knott's suspenseful drama in a new adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher that slowly builds to a nail-biting climax sure to intrigue audiences.
Equity Launches Outdoor Theatre Charter
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

Equity has officially launched its Charter for Outdoor Theatre, setting a new benchmark for pay, conditions, and protections in the open-air touring sector.
Review: TWELFTH NIGHT Gloriously Ends an Era at Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Greg Kerestan - Jun 30, 2025

Marya Sea Kaminski ends her tenure at the Public with her most ambitious and open-hearted production yet
Photos: New Cast and Rehearsal Photos For WAR HORSE UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

The National Theatre has announced casting for the remaining tour dates of the UK and Ireland tour of War Horse. Plus check out all new rehearsal photos here!
Maddie Grace Jepson Joins BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025

TikTok sensation and actor Maddie Grace Jepson will play Lorraine Baines in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August.
FIM Partners With RICH Kids Inc. For Fourth of July Holiday Celebration and Flint Water Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025

This Independence Day, FIM and RICH Kids Inc. are uniting once again to present the FIM Holiday Celebration and milestone 10th Annual Flint Water Festival. Learn more here!
Theater Poster Designer Frank 'Fraver' Verlizzo Releases Broadway Mystery Novel
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

Frank “Fraver” Verlizzo, the theater poster designer whose imagery defined decades of Broadway hits, has released a new novel. Learn more about 'Scenery of the Crime”, the first in the Retro Broadway Mystery Series.
Brian Conley Will Join BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL in August
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025

Stage and screen star Brian Conley will play Doctor Emmett Brown in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August. Learn more here!
Review: FALSETTOS at Dezart Performs
by Gilmore Rizzo - Apr 22, 2025

As the end of the theatre season approaches, the best theatres in the desert are finishing with its finest productions. One such case is the exceptional musical produced by Michael Shaw and Clark Dugger at Dezart Performs, as they present FALSETTOS, directed by Dennis Courtney.
Arkansas Repertory Theatre Announces Two Free Community & Education Performance Events In April
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

The Arkansas Repertory Theatre has announced two free performance events in conjunction with their spring community and education programs.
Actors' Equity Association Welcomes Reintroduction Of Bipartisan Performing Artist Tax Parity Act In The Senate
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025

Actors' Equity Association applauds the reintroduction of the bipartisan Performing Artist Tax Parity Act (PATPA) in the Senate by Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) and Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC).

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