The Pasadena Playhouse

Review Roundup: Jefferson Mays-Led AMADEUS at Pasadena Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026

Pasadena Playhouse's production of Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus, led by Jefferson Mays, and directed by Tony Award-winner Darko Tresnjak, is running now through Sunday, March 15, 2026. Read the reviews here!

HVSO Will Present THE BEST OF BROADWAY Starring Alli Mauzey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026

Broadway is coming to the Hudson Valley! Vocalist Alli Mauzey, known for her roles in Wicked and Hello Dolly!, joins the HVSO to present The Best of Broadway.

How You Know These LOVE STORY Stars From Broadway: A Stage Guide to the FX Series
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 21, 2026

From Sarah Pidgeon to Grey Henson, take a look at all the Broadway stars to look out for when you tune in to FX's Love Story. New episodes debut on Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on FX and Hulu.

Photos: I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Opens at International City Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2026

International City Theatre will present I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE in Long Beach. The Off-Broadway musical comedy revue features book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music by Jimmy Roberts. See photos of the production.

Alli Mauzey and Nicole Parker to Star in GOOD WITCH BAD WITCH: THE BROADWAY WITCHES at Kean Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Kean Stage will present Good Witch Bad Witch at Enlow Recital Hall. Get ready for a show-stopping concert event packed with diva-level musical theater hits, starring Alli Mauzey and Nicole Parker from the Broadway company of Wicked.

Pasadena Playhouse To Present MICRO MOZART Concerts Ahead Of Performances Of AMADEUS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026

Pasadena Playhouse will present 'MICRO MOZART', a unique series developed in partnership with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, showcasing classical music performances.

I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE is Coming to International City Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026

International City Theatre will launch its 41st season with I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, the popular musical comedy revue, featuring book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music by Jimmy Roberts.

BWW Q&A: Garrett Clayton Talks DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical at OFC Creations Theatre Center
by Joshua Wright - Dec 16, 2025

BWW Q&A: Garrett Clayton of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at OFC Creations Theatre Center

Photos: Alfred Molina Stars in TITLE AND DEED for Signature Theater's Benefit Performance
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 2, 2025

Alfred Molina starred in Signature Theatre's one-night-only benefit reading of Will Eno’s TITLE & DEED, directed by Lila Neugebauer. See photos from the event!

The Pasadena Choral Society To Present Seasonal Favorites From Handel’s MESSIAH
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2025

The Pasadena Choral Society will present seasonal selections from Handel’s Messiah on Wednesday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. at San Marino Community Church.

Ariana Grande Teases 'Exciting' Stage Project
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025

After the Wicked mania comes to an end, Ariana Grande is excited to return to her stage roots. The superstar, who plays Glinda in the two-part film, has shared that she will be appearing in a to-be-announced stage production. 

RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE's Salina EsTitties JOins The Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles For Holiday Show
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025

The Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles will welcome former GMCLA member and 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 15's Salina EsTitties as a special guest artist for Los Angeles's beloved holiday spectacular.

Review: HA HA HA HA HA HA HA at Pasadena Playhouse
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 21, 2025

Clowning meets catharsis: Julia Masli’s hit HA HA HA HA HA HA HA turns audience problems into performance art at the Pasadena Playhouse.

Review: EUREKA DAY at Pasadena Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Sep 19, 2025

That lovely melodious “ka-boom!” you may be hearing down the 210 freeway emanates from the collision of strong wills, good intentions and a progressive ideology of five very conflicted characters.

Leslie Uggams to be Celebrated at Porchlight Music Theatre's 2025 ICONS GALA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2025

Porchlight Music Theatre has revealed that multi-award winner Leslie Uggams is the 2025 ICON Award recipient and will attend the signature fundraising event. Learn more!

Interview: Sophie Pollono and Rhett Hemingway of THE FANTASTICKS
by Shari Barrett - Jul 19, 2025

Opening on July 18, directed by Elina de Santos at Ruskin Group Theatre in Santa Monica, I decided to speak with the production’s leads Luisa and Matt, Sophie Pollono and Rhett Hemingway, about their journey to join the cast, their past experience with the musical, and their feelings about taking the story from the dreamy moonlight into the harsh reality of the Sun.

Pasadena Playhouse Unveils Expansion of Educational Offerings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2025

Pasadena Playhouse has revealed the largest and broadest slate of community classes for all ages after the historic purchase of the Pasadena Playhouse campus. Learn more!

EUREKA DAY, AMADEUS And More Set for Pasadena Playhouse 2025/2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025

Pasadena Playhouse has announced the Mainstage offerings for the 2025/2026 Season, kicking off with an all new Pasadena Playhouse production of Jonathan Spector's 2025 Tony Award-winning, razor-sharp satire Eureka Day.

Review: A DOLL’S HOUSE 2 at Pasadena Playhouse
by Harker Jones - May 22, 2025

Elizabeth Reaser gives a career-defining performance under the creative direction of Jennifer Chang in this utterly delightful triumph at the Pasadena Playhouse

Industry Pro Newsletter: Union Leader Condemns NEA Grant Terminations, The National Theatre Has a Global Vision
by Alex Freeman - May 5, 2025

This week, we look at AFM Local 802's response to NEA grant terminations and the impressive $7 million milestone reached by the WICKED tour for Broadway Cares. Stateside, we spotlight the just-announced nominees for the Tony Awards and celebrate the winners of the Lucille Lortel Awards for Off-Broadway excellence. Our Broadway analysis delves into April's box office figures, while we also celebrate Audra McDonald becoming the most Tony-nominated performer in history. Regionally, we cover a leadership transition at Central Florida Community Arts, and internationally, we explore the National Theatre's ambitious global vision.