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REVIEW: Jeffrey Hatcher’s Stage Adaptation of DIAL M FOR MURDER Brings An Extra Twist To The Thriller
by Jade Kops - Dec 5, 2025

Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock (Director) and Frederick Knott’s (Screenplay) DIAL M FOR MURDER brings the thriller to life for a new audience with a few new twists.

Video: Milwaukee Rep 50th Anniversary Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025

A Christmas Carol celebrates its 50th anniversary through December 24, 2025, in the historic Pabst Theater, making it the second longest professional production of A Christmas Carol in the United States. Check out video highlights of the production.

Video: A CHRISTMAS STORY At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025

Walnut Street Theatre continues their 217th season by inviting audiences to experience the holidays with Ralphie Parker and his family in A Christmas Story The Musical. Check out video highlights of the show.

Photos: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF JANE AUSTEN, ABRIDGED at The New Vic Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025

Ensemble Theatre Company will present the West Coast premiere of THE COMPLETE WORKS OF JANE AUSTEN, ABRIDGED as part of its 47th season. See photos of the production.

Review Roundup: Michael Cerveris Stars in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Perelman Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025

A Christmas Carol opens tonight at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Matthew Warchus’ production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne stars Tony-winner Michael Cerveris as Scrooge. Read the reviews!

Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Bass Concert Hall
by Sabrina Wallace - Dec 5, 2025

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Bass Concert Hall dazzles with flawless tech, lush visuals, and choreography that hits like a burst of joy. The cast shines, the magic lands, and the nostalgia is real. Just be ready to chat with your kids about the story’s dated messaging. Spectacle soars, but the morals need a closer look.

New Carpa Theater Co. To Stage AMERICAN PASTORELA: THE TRUMPIFORNICATION TOUR, 2.0
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025

New Carpa Theater Co. will present AMERICAN PASTORELA: THE TRUMPIFORNICATION TOUR, 2.0 at the Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center in Phoenix. Tickets will be available online and at the door.

City Circle Theatre Company Will Present IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025

City Circle Theatre Company will present IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. The musical features classic Berlin songs and a story inspired by the beloved film.

State Theatre New Jersey To Present CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025

State Theatre New Jersey will present CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE for three performances in December. The touring production combines contemporary circus arts with a theatrical holiday program. Tickets start at $46 and are available through State Theatre Guest Services.

HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS National Tour Creative Team Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025

HERO: THE BOY FROM TROY, A MUSICAL ABOUT YOUNG JOHN LEWIS, will celebrate it's second national tour, January 15-March 6, 2026.

Photos: Emmy Winner Cady McClain Stars In THE SLIDE IS THE NEGATIVE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

Jake Shore's THE SLIDE IS THE NEGATIVE is being presented at The Chain Theatre as part of the Factory Series. See photos here!

Music Spanning 7 Centuries to Be Presented By Music Worcester in Upcoming Concerts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

Music Worcester's 2025- 2026 season continues, spanning seven centuries of music offering performances from 15th century early music to contemporary jazz.

Sarah Kirkland Snider to Release New Orchestral Album 'Forward Into Light'
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025

Sarah Kirkland Snider’s fifth full-length LP, a new, all-orchestral album titled Forward Into Light, will be released on February 27, 2026. Listen to two new tracks here.

HADESTOWN National Tour is Coming To The Ohio Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

Broadway in Columbus will welcome Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards, to Columbus in 2026.

Adina Verson Shares Backstage Secrets From LIBERATION
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Adina Verson who plays Susan in Liberation on Broadway. They take us backstage at the James Earl Jones Theatre to share some of their favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!

Top Off-Broadway Shows for December 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. Get into the holiday spirit with a popular adaptation of A Christmas Carol, plus more.

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Broadway In Tucson
by Zach Wetzel - Dec 4, 2025

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Broadway in Tucson casts a poignant spell over Centennial Hall this December 2-7. A transcendent spectacle, MOULIN ROUGE is a feast for the senses and will give audiences plenty to talk about.

Review: CHICAGO at Blaisdell Center
by F.H. Kekoa - Dec 4, 2025

The Windy City has swept onto Oʻahu in a whirl of sequins, feathers, and enough razzle dazzle to power Honolulu City Lights!

Review: ELF THE MUSICAL at Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Dec 4, 2025

Thanks to Buddy the Elf, ELF THE MUSICAL has plenty of holiday cheer. Jack Ducat has large shoes to fill as the beloved film character Buddy, a now adult man raised on the North Pole by Santa (Andrew Hendrick) and his elves— who must then venture into the wilds of New York City to meet his human father. Will Ferrell’s performance in the original 2003 film is embedded in the holiday movie zeitgeist — so it’s a big ask.

Review: BACK NATIVITY at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Dec 4, 2025

West Coast Black Theatre presents 'Black Nativity' in their annual 'Christmas card to the Community.' The performance, infused with a fresh new energy, showcases captivating dancing and powerful singing that truly sets the stage for a memorable start to any holiday celebration.