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Opera Orlando Will Present Six-Production 2026-27 Season With Bold New Brand Identity
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026

Opera Orlando announced its 2026-27 season of six productions across three venues, including its first-ever Wagner production and a centennial celebration of an American classic at Dr. Phillips Center's Steinmetz Hall.

Review: HENRY VI, PART III: THE RISE OF RICHARD at Orlando Shakes
by Benoit Teves - Apr 11, 2026

Orlando Shakes’ 'Bare Bard' production of Henry VI Part III is a high-stakes, dangerous, and riveting 'palette cleanser' for the theatre purist. Its scrappy, sophisticated storytelling proves all you need is a script and some 'Bare Bard' brilliance.

Interview: Je’Shaun Jackson Talks 'Juicy' Details of FAT HAM at Orlando Shakes
by Benoit Teves - Mar 24, 2026

Je’Shaun Jackson is trading the 'perfection' of reality TV for the glorious vulnerability of a backyard barbecue. Dive into our conversation with the FAT HAM star on finding the light in Juicy’s softness and the radical power of a Black queer lead who finally gets to breathe.

Review: FAT HAM at Orlando Shakes
by Benoit Teves - Mar 10, 2026

Orlando Shakes’ production of FAT HAM is a sensory-rich, unapologetically Black, and proudly queer reimagining of Hamlet that trades Shakespearean tragedy for hard-won joy. Set against a stunningly detailed backyard cookout, Je’Shaun Jackson’s stylized performance as Juicy anchors a vivid ensemble that navigates familial duty and identity with breakneck pace and ear-watering humor. Ultimately, this breath of fresh ai' production asks the vital modern question: to be what others expect, or to be unapologetically yourself?

Review: ROMEO & JULIET at Orlando Shakes
by Benoit Teves - Feb 1, 2026

In a production that marries 16th-century gravitas with 21st-century urgency, Director Monica Long Tamborello finds a delicate balance between Act I’s playful hope and Act II’s harrowing descent, reminding us that while the feud is ancient, the loss of innocence remains a devastatingly contemporary price to pay.

FOR COLORED GIRLS... Comes to Theater West End in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025

Theater West End will present their sixth production in their 2025 MainStage series - For Colored Girls who have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf.

Orlando Shakes and UCF Reveal Finalists and Semi-Finalists for PlayFest 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2025

Orlando Shakes, in partnership with UCF, has announced the finalists and semi-finalists for PlayFest 2025, selected from over 200 submissions of new theatrical works.

Cast Set for Scott Joplin's TREEMONISHA
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025

The cast has arrived for the Florida premiere of Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha presented by Opera Orlando on May 16 - 18 at the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater at Dr. Phillips Center.

Opera Orlando to Present the Florida Premiere of Scott Joplin's TREEMONISHA
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2025

Be a part of history by attending the Florida premiere of this joyous work presented by Opera Orlando on May 16 thru 18 at the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater at Dr. Phillips Center. 

The William Daniel Mills Theatre Apprentice Program to Bring FROM: ME, TO: ME to Orlando Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

From: Me, To: Me is an original play written by the William Daniel Mills Theatre Company. The play will be presented at Orlando Fringe beginning in January. Learn more.

OPERA America Awards 2024 Opera Grants for Women Stage Directors and Conductors
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024

OPERA America has announced the recipients of the 2024 Opera Grants for Women Stage Directors and Conductors.

The Studio Theatre Announces The Cast Of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS!
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2024

Get ready for a summer of thrills with LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol.

The William Daniel Mills Theatre Apprentice Program To Present THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024

The William Daniel Mills Theatre Apprentice Program will bring The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to the Orlando Fringe Artspace!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Orlando Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Orlando Awards; MATILDA THE MUSICAL, CLUE ON STAGE, Little Radical Theatrics & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards; MATILDA THE MUSICAL, CLUE ON STAGE, Little Radical Theatrics & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards December 5th Standings; MATILDA THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

William Daniel Mills Theatre Announces 23-24 Apprentice Program Auditions and New Partners
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2023

The William Daniel Mills Apprentice program has announced auditions for the 2023-24 Apprentice Program! The program provides elite high school and early college talent around central Florida with professional training through expert master classes and professional paid opportunities. 

The William Daniel Mills Apprentice Program Presents CARRIE: THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2023

The William Daniel Mills Apprentice program presents CARRIE: The Musical at the new Orlando Fringe Artspace!

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards; Little Radicals Theatrics Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.