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Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at UA Little Rock University Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 6, 2025

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Department of Theatre Arts took flight with their wildly imaginative production of Peter and the Starcatcher, which ran October 23–26.

Photos: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER At Contemporary Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025

The Contemporary Theater Company will open its production of Peter and the Starcatcher on October 24 at 7 p.m., launching its 20th Anniversary Season with a reimagined take on the beloved origin story of Peter Pan. Check out photos of the show.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Begins At The Contemporary Theater Company October 24
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025

The Contemporary Theater Company (CTC) will celebrate its 20th Anniversary Season with Peter and the Starcatcher, opening October 24 at 7 p.m. at 327 Main Street in Wakefield.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER to be Presented at Orange County School Of The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

Orange County School of the Arts will present their rendition of the Tony Award-winning play, 'Peter and the Starcatcher.' Learn more about the performances here!

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER to Take Flight at Town Hall Theater August 16�"17
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2025

Town Hall Theater’s Young Company Classical will present Peter and the Starcatcher August 16–17 in Middlebury, VT. The Tony-winning prequel to Peter Pan will feature a talented youth ensemble and inventive physical storytelling.

Review: Theatre Raleigh's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by Jeffrey Kare - Jun 13, 2025

Loosely based on Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson’s 2004 novel, Peter and the Starcatcher upends the classic story of how a miserable young orphan became The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up, otherwise known as Peter Pan. It begins when he and his mates are shipped off from Victorian England to a distant island ruled by the evil King Zarboff.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER to be Presented at Americana Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025

Americana Theatre Company will present the beloved play  “Peter and the Starcatcher,” on select dates in July. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Comes to Matthews Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025

Prepare to be transported on a thrilling voyage with Peter and the Starcatcher. This Tony Award-winning play reimagines the timeless tale of how a downtrodden orphan transforms into the iconic Peter Pan.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Comes to Fountain Hills Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

Fountain Hills Theater will present Peter and the Starcatcher in March.  Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!

Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at Great Lakes Theater
by Roy Berko - Feb 10, 2025

Mention author J. M. Barrie, and the immediate thought is Peter Pan.  Peter Pan, the tale of a boy who refused to grow up, which has become a cottage industry.   Dolls, movies, a musical play, coloring books, cartoons, Halloween costumes, a non-musical play, and books are all available.   There is even a psychological condition, “The Peter Pan Syndrome,” which puts the spotlight on men who refuse to assume responsibility for their boyish actions.

REVIEW: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Is A Whimsical Pantomime Prequel To The Peter Pan Story
by Jade Kops - Feb 5, 2025

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is a wonderfully whimsical evening of entertainment for all ages.  Based on Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s 2004 novel, this stage adaptation by Rick Elice (Playwright) and Wayne Barker (Music) is given an all-new Australian spin by David Morton (Director and Designer).

PETER & THE STARCATCHER Comes to Spring Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2024

Have you ever wondered why Peter Pan is the boy who won't grow up? Find out this weekend as Spring Theatre presents 'Peter & The Starcatcher'!

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.

Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER al TEATRO ARCILIUTO
by Ettore Farrattini - Jun 21, 2024

Per la prima volta a Roma viene rappresentato Peter And The Starcatcher, lo spettacolo adattato per la scena da Rick Elice e basato sul libro omonimo Scritto da Dave Berry e Ridley Pearson.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Runs This Week at The NorShor
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024

Audiences of all ages are invited to journey to Neverland at Duluth Playhouse's Main Stage production of Peter and the Starcatcher, a hilarious and wildly theatrical prequel to Peter Pan, now open at the NorShor Theatre. Running through June 2, Rick Elice's Tony Award-winning, music-filled play is an origin story for one of popular culture's most enduring and beloved characters.

Duluth Playhouse Opens PETER AND THE STARCATCHER This May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

Duluth Playhouse fifth Main Stage play of the season is Peter and the Starcatcher, a hilarious and wildly theatrical prequel to Peter Pan.

Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company To Present The Tony-Award Winning Play, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2024

Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company to present the Tony-Award winning play, Peter and the Starcatcher, at Manes Studio Theatre in Lindenhurst, as its first fully-staged production, to raise money and awareness for Long Island nonprofit charity, Kids Need More.

Northern Stage Announces WAITRESS, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST And More for 2024/25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2024

Discover the exciting 2024/25 season announced by Northern Stage, featuring five main stage productions including SISTERS, Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, KING JAMES, THE VERMONT FARM PROJECT, and WAITRESS. The season also promises new works and musical events.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER to Play Mary Moody Northen Theatre Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024

Peter and the Starcatcher by Rick Elice with music by Wayne Barker will play the Mary Moody Northen Theatre at St. Edward's University beginning next week. Learn more about the production here!

Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre Will Stage FROZEN & WAITRESS; Full 2024/25 Season Announced
by Joshua Wright - Jan 30, 2024

Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre will stage the metropolis' premiere of Disney's Frozen the Musical as the 2024 holiday season show. The city, which has previously the touring production, will be one of the first to see a production staged by a local theatre company.