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Virginia Theatre Festival To Present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

The Virginia Theatre Festival will stage LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, featuring a unique blend of horror, comedy, and rock music. The production promises an engaging experience for theater enthusiasts.

Virginia Theatre Festival Announces Casting For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024

The Virginia Theatre Festival has announced casting for its upcoming production of the beloved cult-classic musical Little Shop of Horrors.

South Coast Repertory Announces LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS And More For 2024-25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup for SOUTH COAST REPERTORY's 2024-25 Season, featuring three world premieres: JOAN by Daniel Goldstein, THE STAIRCASE by Noa Gardner, and a surprise play yet to be announced.

Lea Salonga, Gavin Creel, Brian d'Arcy James & More Set for MISCAST24
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024

MCC Theater has revealed that Miscast24 will take place on Monday April 15, 2024 at the Hammerstein Ballroom. Learn additional details!

Florida Studio Theatre to Kick Off 50th Anniversary Winter Mainstage Series With LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2023

Florida Studio Theatre will kick off its 50th Winter Mainstage Series with Little Shop of Horrors, a hit Broadway sci-fi musical that has entertained audiences for 40 years. Learn how to purchase tickets!

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Comes to the Citadel Theatre in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2023

Little Shop Of Horrors comes to The Citadel Theatre in October. Performances run October 21 – November 19, 2023.

SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Comes to Palm Beach
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2023

Five talented teenagers from Palm Beach County will be featured onstage in theAcademy@pbd’s production of Jason Robert Brown’s acclaimed Songs for a New World, which runs from June 30 – July 2 on the mainstage at Palm Beach Dramaworks.

South Coast Repertory 60th Season Including QUIXOTE NUEVO, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, And More
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2023

South Coast Repertory announced its 60th season, with a lineup that ranges from an American classic to contemporary works, with two world premieres—including one musical—and a special offering featuring pianist and actor Hershey Felder.

STEEL MAGNOLIAS to Open at Tipping Point Theatre in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2023

Tipping Point Theatre will continue its 15th season on April 13th at 8 p.m. with the modern theatrical classic Steel Magnolias.

Special Offer: Don't Miss LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW Special Offer - Sep 8, 2022

Special Offer: Don't miss Little Shop of Horrors

Centre Stage Will Present AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' and SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2022

Centre Stage has announced two upcoming productions, Ain't Misbehavin' and Songs For A New World. Learn more about both shows here!

Rob McClure to Miss LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Performances After Testing Positive for Covid
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2022

Rob McClure has revealed via Twitter that he has tested positive for Covid and will be out of Little Shop of Horrors until Saturday, July 30.

Photos: First Look at Rob McClure as 'Seymour' in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2022

Production photos have been released of Tony Award nominee Rob McClure as Seymour, in the three-time Best Revival Award-winning LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Westside Theatre. Check out the photos here!

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS to Host 40th Anniversary Skid Row Block Party This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2022

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS – in partnership with the Times Square Alliance and the Westside Theatre – will be hosting a Skid Row Block Party on Saturday, July 23, 2022, in honor of the 40th anniversary of the musical’s premiere at the Orpheum Theatre in July 1982.

Oceanside Theatre Company to Present SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD In Conjunction With Teatro San Diego
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2022

Oceanside Theatre Company will present 'Songs for a New World', in conjunction with Teatro San Diego at the Historic Brooks Theatre June 3- 26 in downtown Oceanside.

Sir Ian McKellen Lends Voice to London Am-Dram's Production of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 7, 2022

Veteran of stage and screen Sir Ian McKellen has lent his vocal talents to a central London amateur dramatic society's upcoming production of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS after members heard him declare his desire to be in a musical in a recent Radio 4 interview.

BWW Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD By TAMK Musical Students
by Rosanna Liuski - Mar 3, 2022

I got invited to the TAMK's musical students' premiere of Song For a New World. It's been directed by a leading musical actor Petrus Kähkönen who now took the job of a director. He had a challenge of arranging a show that was originally performed by four people in a form of a concert now into a musical for 15 performers. He did well. Let's dig into the review:

VIDEO: On This Day, June 20- Happy Birthday, Jason Robert Brown
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2021

On this day, we're wishing a very Happy Birthday to acclaimed composer Jason Robert Brown!

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More Announced for The Carnegie 2021-22 Theatre Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2021

The Theatre Series is back! The Carnegie's 2021-22 season features a fast-talking plant; an intimate glimpse into the complicated life of a Hollywood icon; a heartwarming, family musical that will have everyone humming “Do-Re-Mi”; and the debut of a new script by a local arts leader.

James C. Nicola to Step Down From Artistic Director Position at New York Theatre Workshop in Summer 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2021

New York Theatre Workshop announced today that Artistic Director James C. Nicola will depart the theater on June 30, 2022. Nicola has been the Artistic Director of New York Theatre Workshop since 1988.