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Theatre Three To Present THE LION IN WINTER In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025

Theatre Three will present James Goldman’s THE LION IN WINTER from December 4–28 on the Norma Young Arena Stage. Directed by Matthew Gray, the production will feature Artistic Director Jeffrey Schmidt and Associate Artistic Director Christie Vela.

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of THE HUNGER GAMES: ON STAGE?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 13, 2025

Based on the original Hunger Games story, this gripping tale of courage, defiance and unbreakable human spirit, follows the fearless heroine Katniss Everdeen on her journey of self-discovery, as she emerges as a beacon of rebellion and hope. Multi award-winning playwright Conor McPherson (Girl from the North Country, The Weir) and Director Matthew Dunster (2:22 – A Ghost Story, Hangmen, The Pillowman), will bring this powerful story to life on stage, using extraordinary stunts and illusions in an epic, unforgettable, theatrical experience.

RIDE THE CYCLONE & More Lead Dallas's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025

Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Ride The Cyclone & more.

Stage West to Present FIRST TUESDAY: TOTALLY MADE-UP MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025

Stage West in Fort Worth will present Totally Made-Up Musical on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, as part of its First Tuesday series. The fully improvised show invites audience members to suggest a title that becomes the basis for a brand-new musical created live on stage.

Review: MISERY at Stage West
by Brian Michaels - Oct 19, 2025

Stage West’s latest production of Misery, directed by J.J. Gordon, delivers a tense and atmospheric reimagining of Stephen King’s classic psychological thriller. Performed in Stage West’s cozy 50-seat thrust-style theatre, this production transforms intimacy into intensity, placing the audience mere feet away from the unfolding nightmare.

BWW Q&A: Joel Ferrell Talks Sexton Institute for Musical Theatre at SMU Meadows School of the Arts
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2025

The Sexton Institute for Musical Theatre offers conservatory-style training within SMU’s liberal arts education. Our small classes and one-to-one mentorship ensure that each student is seen and supported as an individual. We combine rigorous training in acting, voice, and dance with a strong liberal arts foundation, so students graduate as adaptable, employable, and collaborative artists.

RIDE THE CYCLONE Opens Season 47 at Stage West
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025

Stage West, in association with Theatre TCU, will present the regional premiere of Ride the Cyclone with Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell.

VYT to Present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At Herberger Theater Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025

A man-eating plant, doo-wop harmonies, and a quirky love story take root this fall as Valley Youth Theatre presents the cult-classic musical Little Shop of Horrors. Learn more!

Stage West and Dallas Theater Center to Present Regional Premiere of FAT HAM
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2025

Stage West Theatre, in association with Dallas Theater Center, will present the regional premiere of James Ijames’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Fat Ham, running August 28–September 14, 2025, at Stage West (821 W. Vickery Blvd., Fort Worth).

Review: AMERICAN IDIOT at Stage West At The Lights
by Brian Michaels - Aug 10, 2025

I’ll be honest—Green Day was never really my thing. At least, not until 2016, when I experienced the Act Up Theatre production of American Idiot. That show completely flipped the switch for me, blending the raw energy of a rock concert with the emotional depth of musical theater.

Undermain Theatre Welcomes Christina Cranshaw as New Artistic Associate
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025

Undermain Theatre has announced that Christina Cranshaw will join the company as its new Artistic Associate. A longtime collaborator and respected figure in the Dallas/Fort Worth theater community, Cranshaw will work alongside Producing Artistic Director Bruce DuBose to help curate future seasons and will direct selected productions for Undermain’s upcoming 2025–2026 season.

The St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival Reveals 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2025

The St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival's 2025 season brings Sherlock Holmes to the river in a new adaptation created exclusively for the Festival. Learn more about the season here!

Review: Stage West Presents DISNEY'S NEWSIES at Essentia Health Plaza At The Lights
by Brian Michaels - Jun 29, 2025

Director Adam Pankow and the talented artistic team at Stage West have once again brought the heart and hustle of Newsies to life under the summer sky.

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE FALLEN SOUFFLE is Coming to Stage West
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025

Stage West will present the regional premiere of Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Fallen Souffle, the second part of a delightful trilogy by David MacGregor. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Dallas Theater Center Announces 2025-26 Season
by Team BWW - May 9, 2025

Dallas Theater Center has announced its 2025–26 season, featuring a mix of beloved classics, regional and world premieres that reflect the company’s commitment to powerful storytelling and community dialogue

Full Cast Set For Tim Firth's THIS IS MY FAMILY at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2025

Anthology Theatre has announced the full cast for the London premiere of Tim Firth's Award-winning musical This Is My Family. Learn more about the upcoming production here.

Review Roundup: Broadway-Bound REGENCY GIRLS Opens at The Old Globe
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 14, 2025

The Old Globe is currently presenting the pre-Broadway engagement of the world premiere of Regency Girls, starring Krystina Alabado, Kate Rockwell, Isabelle McCalla, and Ryann Redmond. Check out what the critics are saying about the new musical!

Industry Pro Newsletter: The Arts Economic Impact in the US, London Ticket Sales Beginning to Stabilize
by Alex Freeman - Apr 7, 2025

A new report this week highlights the economic impact of the arts on the US economy. In New York, we spotlight the influx of Olivier Award-winning productions, and a significant shift in audition practices by Equity. Regionally, we examine leadership transitions at theaters in Dallas, Maine, and Boston, and internationally, we delve into the latest Olivier Award winners and infrastructure investments in Canadian theatre, alongside a report on stabilizing West End audience numbers.

FAT HAM and More Set For Dallas Theater Center 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

Dallas Theater Center has revealed the titles for the 2025-26 season, including Noises Off, a classic British farce and a play-within-a-play; Fat Ham, a Pulitzer Prize-winning hit Broadway comedy that reinvents Shakespeare’s Hamlet; and more!

Stage West Theatre Reveals Summer Camps for Young Performers
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

Stage West Theatre has announced its 2025 Youth Summer Camps, offering opportunities for young performers to learn, create, and shine on stage! Learn more about the camp lineup here!