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THE WIZARD OF OZ Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

Playhouse on the Square will present The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, with Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, background music by Herbert Stothart. Learn more here!

COME FROM AWAY to Open at Playhouse on the Square
by Emmy Rice - Aug 3, 2025

An incredible true story of the 7,000 stranded passengers forced to land in a small town in Newfoundland due to the emergency closure of US airspace on 9/11/2001.

Ultima 2025: Liquid Room XII: A Perfect Life Comes to Den Norske Opera
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025

Liquid Rooms are multi-hour concerts by the Belgian ensemble Ictus, in which music and communal presence are seamlessly intertwined. Learn more about the show here!

The Pursuit of Entertainment Evolution with Jingyi Li
by Team BWW - Jul 21, 2025

Jingyi Li (sometimes known as Aurora Li) cares little for labels. The only thing that is important is telling the story in a manner so captivating, so believable, that the common day concerns of the audience falls away as they become encased in the worlds which Ms. Li has facilitated.

A BRONX TALE Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025

Playhouse on the Square will present A Bronx Tale The Musical beginning in June. the musical features a book by Chazz Palminteri, with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater.

Review: CAROLINE, OR CHANGE at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - Apr 29, 2025

Having never seen the 2003 musical CAROLINE, OR CHANGE, I had a slight panic attack reading the program while waiting for this past Sunday’s matinee to begin at Playhouse on the Square.

CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025

The Circuit Playhouse will present Caroline, or Change, beginning in April at Playhouse on the Square. Created by Pulitzer Prize-winner Tony Kushner and Tony Award-winner Jeanine Tesori.

SEUSSICAL Comes To The Circuit Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

Seussical TYA is a beloved musical that captures the essence of Dr. Seuss's characters in a magical production by Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.

THE WIZARD OF OZ Announced At Playhouse On The Square
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2024

THE WIZARD OF OZ will be performed at Playhouse on the Square, offering audiences a chance to experience the classic tale live on stage.

Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - Jan 28, 2024

What did our critic think of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Playhouse On The Square?

Blumenthal Arts Celebrates A Decade Of The Blumey Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024

The Blumey Awards have lit the path to Broadway and beyond for some of the most exciting young talent in the industry. Now it's time to celebrate!

Dutch National Opera Reveals Lineup For OPERA FORWARD FESTIVAL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2023

Dutch National Opera has announced the Opera Forward Festival lineup. The festival will kick off in March 2024. Learn more about the festival and find out how to attend here!

Playhouse on the Square Presents the Regional Premiere of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, Playhouse Season Sponsor Dorothy O. Kirsch, and Show Sponsor Suzanne, Wes, and Cole Jackson, presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Showtime Announces Series Finale of THE CIRCUS: INSIDE THE GREATEST POLITICAL SHOW ON EARTH
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2023

After eight seasons and 130 episodes, the groundbreaking, four-time Emmy® nominated political docuseries THE CIRCUS: INSIDE THE GREATEST POLITICAL SHOW ON EARTH – hosted by John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, and Jennifer Palmieri – concludes with a series finale episode.

Playhouse on the Square Presents THE WIZARD OF OZ This November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2023

Join us on a magical journey down the yellow brick road with 'THE WIZARD OF OZ' at Playhouse on the Square! Experience the beloved classic brought to life on stage. Don't miss this enchanting production!

21 Theater Books for Your Fall 2023 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 10, 2023

We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's fall reading list.

THE CIRCUS Returns Next Month on Paramount+ With Showtime
by Michael Major - Sep 6, 2023

Hosts John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri pull back the curtain on this critical and volatile moment for the nation. The acclaimed docuseries, which just received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Recorded News Program, returns to examine the high stakes political drama of the emerging presidential race.

Caramoor Summer Season Opens With Audra McDonald & Orchestra of St. Luke, June 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023

Caramoor officially opens its 2023 summer season on June 17 with a concert featuring vocalist Audra McDonald, alongside Orchestra of St. Luke's (OSL).

Caramoor Announces Summer Season Lineup Featuring Six-Time Tony-Winner Audra McDonald And More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2023

 Caramoor – long a byword for the transformative power of live music coupled with spectacular open-air venues, intimate indoor spaces, and world-renowned artists – officially opens its 2023 summer season (June 17–Aug 18; grounds open June 4) with a very special concert featuring stellar vocalist Audra McDonald, with Orchestra of St. Luke’s (OSL) led by Andy Einhorn.

THE CIRCLE Season Premiere Focuses on Biden and the One-Year Anniversary of War in Ukraine
by Michael Major - Feb 27, 2023

With John Heilemann on the ground in Warsaw, Poland, and Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri stateside, the program explores Biden's historic struggle to keep the NATO alliance unified in its support of Ukraine and the political fallout at home. Biden's trip to Poland comes on the heels of his surprise visit to the embattled capital of Ukraine.