The Pasadena Playhouse

RED to Close Out the Season at Laguna Playhouse with Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026

Laguna Playhouse will present RED, John Logan's Tony Award-winning two-character drama about painter Mark Rothko, directed by J. Scott Lapp, starring Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez to close its 2025-2026 season.

Conversation With Jason Alexander is Coming to Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026

Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the return of Jason Alexander for a special event, As Long As You’re Asking: A Conversation with Jason Alexander.

Interview: Director Katie Spelman of BRIGADOON at Pasadena Playhouse
by Shari Barrett - May 16, 2026

I spoke with Chicago born, Brooklyn-based director/choreographer Katie Spelman about her focus on the unique blend of fantasy, Golden Age musical style, and deep romantic themes of Lerner & Loewe’s Brigadoon she is helming at the Pasadena Playhouse.

Interview: Eileen Barnett of IT’S MY BIRTHDAY… at Hollywood Catalina Jazz Club
by Gavin Glynn - Apr 22, 2026

Eileen Barnett celebrates her birthday with a one-night cabaret performance at the Catalina Jazz Club, performing songs by Sondheim, Rodgers and Hart, Randy Newman, Jerome Kern, Jacques Brel, and more. Barnett's career spans Broadway, television, and regional theatre, from starring in Tommy Tune's Tony Award-winning Nine to recent guest appearances on Hacks, Criminal Minds, and 9-1-1. She is joined by musical director Michael Collum, a Los Angeles-based pianist who received the 2025 Broadway World Cabaret Award for Music Direction, and director Kirsten Chandler.

SMALL BUT AGGRESSIVE Will Come in June at Greenway Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026

Greenway Arts Alliance will present SMALL BUT AGGRESSIVE, a multi-character dark comedy written and performed by Denise Moses, exploring grief and loss through humor at Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles.

Interview: Jeffrey Polk of BILLY BARNES’ BASH! at Hollywood’s Catalina Jazz Club
by Gavin Glynn - Apr 17, 2026

Always feeling honored and blessed and believing in the arts and giving to the world, Jeffrey Polk took ten minutes to answer ten questions with Gavin Glynn about his influences on his continuing career as a much sought after dynamic live performer. 

MANO A MONOLOGUE by David Fenner Will Be Performed at Dottie Studio Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

Write Out Loud announced a three-night run of MANO A MONOLOGUE, written and performed by David Fenner, at the Dottie Studio Theater in Liberty Station, San Diego, on April 27 and 28.

Pasadena Chorale To Present SONGS OF LOVE CONCERT
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2026

The Pasadena Chorale will present SONGS OF LOVE, an intimate concert exploring themes of romance, devotion, and loss, on March 25, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. at San Marino Community Church.

Everything You Need to Know About AMADEUS: From Stage to Screen
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026

Before Amadeus arrives on STARZ later this year, find out everything to know about the play, including its origin, major productions and players, adaptations, and more!

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 - Mar 27, 2026

From Sarah Pidgeon to Grey Henson, take a look at all the Broadway stars to look out for when you watch FX's Love Story. All episodes are now streaming on Hulu.

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 28, 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.