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Review: THE FIRST STAGE: FETCHING WATER AND YETI OR NOT at Analog
by Catherine Burford - Sep 14, 2026

Despite being known for country music, Nashville might end up being the next big American city for new musicals after NYC and LA. Thanks to Douglas Waterbury-Tieman and Sarah Aili from NMTN (New Musical Theater Nashville) in collaboration with ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers), The First Stage gives audiences the chance to preview the next big musicals over at Analog Lounge in the Hutton Hotel.

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Studio Tenn
by Carolan Trbovich - May 21, 2026

Jesus Christ Superstar began as a concept album in 1970 before making its stage debut in 1971. The original 1970 concept album was the brainchild of composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Tim Rice.

Adam Pascal, Mykal Kilgore & Olivia Valli Will Lead JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Studio Tenn
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 7, 2026

Jesus Christ Superstar will be led by Adam Pascal (Rent), Grammy Award nominee Mykal Kilgore (Motown: The Musical) and acclaimed theatre performer Olivia Valli (Jersey Boys). We have all of the details.

Review: DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - Dec 20, 2025

One of my favorite parts of the Holiday season is seeing classic stories brought to the stage. For many people, their first experience in theatre is a production of “The Nutcracker” or “A Christmas Carol.” This season, we get the opportunity to add a third story to that growing list. On Tuesday, December 16, the national tour of “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” started a week-long run at Des Moines Performing Arts. While this show may be new to Des Moines audiences, the story is a classic that is sure to make your heart grow three sizes.

Review: BIG RIVER at Virginia Samford Theatre
by Cade Lott - Jul 20, 2025

Just saw Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn at Virginia Samford Theatre! The cast's energy, comedic timing, and outstanding vocals truly shine. Huckleberry & Jim's chemistry and Pap Finn's hilarious performance were highlights! Highly recommend for an entertaining night out! #BigRiver #VirginiaSamfordTheatre #HuckleberryFinn

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at the Aronoff Center
by Ana-Brit Asplen - Dec 13, 2024

With its spectacular design elements and a talented, lively cast, How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a great outing for any family looking to celebrate some holiday spirit, or really anyone who appreciates the classic story by Dr. Seuss.

DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL Adds Performance at the Fabulous Fox
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024

Due to popular demand, Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is adding performance to the Fabulous Fox's already announced six performances from December 27-29. Learn how to purchase tickets.

DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at the Fabulous Fox Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024

Discover the cast of DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at The Fabulous Fox Theatre. Learn about the performers bringing this holiday classic to life in a festive theatrical production.

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL is Stealing Our Hearts at Broadway Sacramento
by Courtney Symes - Dec 29, 2023

It came after Christmas, bringing with it good cheer. It even brought Whos and Max the Reindeer. A trailer it pulled, full of sets and bright dresses. Whoville, wrapped presents, and sky-high coiffed tresses. A makeup designer and green fur hairdresser, the Grinch couldn’t wait to sing out and impress her! In true Grinchy fashion, he didn’t take pity on any of the kiddos in our River City. He plotted and schemed and watched his greed grow, until the curtain came up on Broadway Sacramento. Yes, my friends, you’ve read that right! Tonight, and the next night, and a night after that, How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical will steal your hearts in two seconds flat.

Review: THE GRINCH Stage Musical Slithers Back into OC's Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Dec 21, 2023

The touring stage adaptation of Dr. Seuss' cheeky holiday tale returns to the OC's Segerstrom Center with a non-equity cast. While the show itself is still a charmer—especially for young audiences—the bad audio mix at Costa Mesa's largest theater leaves most of the show's lyrics and dialogue indecipherable.

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Broadway San Jose
by Linda Hodges - Nov 29, 2023

What did our critic think of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Broadway San Jose?

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL Brings the Magic of Dr. Seuss from the Page to the Stage!
by Alyson Eng - Nov 18, 2023

Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL played its opening night performance on November 14th at The Centre in Vancouver. The musical will be in town until Saturday November 18th playing a total of 5 performances.

BWW Review: DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL at Fox Theater
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - Dec 17, 2021

DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL played to a delighted Atlanta audience for ten performances at the Fox Theatre earlier this month as part of the Broadway in Atlanta's 40th Anniversary Season. The New York Times describes the show as “100 times better than any bedtime story,” and has been enchanting adults and children alike. “We’re greatly optimistic about the return of Broadway to the city of Atlanta and thrilled to share the news that shows previously announced for the 40th Anniversary season will remain available to patrons under a revised schedule,” said Vice President of Broadway in Atlanta Russ Belin. And for that, Atlanta thanks you.

BWW Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL at The National Theatre
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Nov 25, 2021

With questionable messaging, a pitchy ensemble, and an overall lackluster production, 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical' doesn’t quite feel like the best way to celebrate the holiday season, especially when there are other options available.

THE DORIAN COREY STORY to be Presented at the Gene Frankel Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2021

This is the true story of Dorian Corey and a few of the colorful characters she called family. The play is a surreal murder mystery with a comedic twist! In the end the audience will learn the true meaning of loyalty as they take a nostalgic peak into this fabulous world.

BWW Review: ANNIE Is Looking Swell and Spiffy in Sparkling Chaffin's Barn Revival
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jul 22, 2019

If there is a more perfect pooch to portray Annie's Sandy than Rufus Stewart, then his humans should produce said canine for an upcoming production of the beloved Broadway musical post-haste. Until such time as that occurs, we are simply going to claim Rufus as the quintessential canine co-star for any number of red-headed moppets singing about "Tomorrow" while palling around with FDR, Frances Perkins, Harold Ickes and others of their political ilk.

BWW Review: GOD'S FAVORITE at Chaffin's Barn is Funny, Irreverent and Sincere
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jun 21, 2019

American playwright Neil Simon's prolific and wide-ranging contributions to theater range from the sublime (The Odd Couple and Rumors) to the ridiculous (Fools), with God's Favorite - now onstage through tomorrow - falling somewhere in the middle. While it's not one of the master craftsman's best scripts, it nonetheless is certain to provoke thought and when performed by a talented cast of actors, like it is in its current iteration at The Barn, it is certain to entertain and to evoke an emotional response.

CRITIC'S CHOICE: The Shows and Theater Events To Liven Up Your Weekend Plans
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 9, 2019

It's another busy weekend in Nashville - but when is Music City not packed with events, festivals, affairs? - and we're back with our Critic's Choice recommendations to have you cut through the theatrical flotsam and jetsam and find a cultural opening that's a good fit for your harried lifestyle. Nashville Opera opens its staging of Marc Blitzstein's The Cradle Will Rock at Noah Liff Opera Center, Way Off Broadway Productions unveils its version of Les Liaisons Dangereuses at Music Valley Event Center, Street Theatre Company invites you to the see their staging of Lynn Nottage's Sweat at their new venue on Elm Hill Pike and Nashville Rep continues its celebration of 10 years of The Ingram New Works Festival at Nashville Children's Theatre.

BWW Review: Chaffin's Barn's Timely and Timeless LISTEN TO YOUR MOTHER
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 27, 2019

As the magical floating stage descends from the upper recesses of Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre, anticipation grows and attention is directed to the half dozen actors seated upon the stage, their chairs as unique as the performers themselves. Gathered together by director Joy Tilley Perryman, the dozen actors who will be seen and heard in the company's performance of Listen to Your Mother, a collection of monologues on the subject of parenthood and the myriad relationships to be found among parents and children, were each cast for his or her particular strengths, whether it's their ability to tell a story or to engage an audience.

Mama Knows Best: Talking with CJ Walton & Scott Stewart from LISTEN TO YOUR MOTHER at Chaffin's Barn
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 23, 2019

Members from the Chaffin's Barn's cast of Listen To Your Mother will tell us about their own moms and their lessons learned. Today's interview subjects are Chandra J. Walton (but you can call her CJ) and Scott Stewart, who join their castmates for the show at the theater, located at 8204 Highway 100 in Nashville. For ticket information or reservations, call (615) 646-9977 or go to www.chaffinsbarntheatre.com.