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Review: MEET ME IN ST LOUIS at The Muny Overflows with Sentimentality and Heart
by James Lindhorst - Aug 8, 2026

Meet Me in St. Louis is exactly what you hope, want, and expect from a stage adaptation of the classic movie musical. What makes this Muny staging special are the wonderful portrayals, the beautiful set, video, and costume designs, and the many nostalgic nods to St. Louis.

SHUCKED Will Launch Second North American Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026

Shucked, the Tony Award winning musical comedy, will launch a second national tour across North America in January 2027. Learn more about the tour here.

Full Cast Announced for MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS at The Muny
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 26, 2026

The Muny has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Meet Me In St. Louis, including Emma Crow in the principal role of Lucille Ballard. The all-time Muny favorite, set in St. Louis, runs Aug. 6-13. We have all of the details here!

Video: 'The Egg' From 1776 at Maine State Music Theatre
by Michael Major - Jul 8, 2026

Maine State Music Theatre posted a clip of 'The Egg' from its production of 1776, featuring James Patterson as John Adams, John Treacy Egan as Benjamin Franklin, and Quinn Corcoran as Thomas Jefferson. Watch the video!

Video: Watch 'Momma Look Sharp' From 1776 at Maine State Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026

Watch Jalen Kirkman perform 'Momma Look Sharp' as The Courier in Maine State Music Theatre's production of 1776. 1776 features music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone.

Review: THE LABORS OF LIBERTY: MSMT'S 1776 CHRONICLES THE BIRTH OF OUR NATION
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jun 26, 2026

What better way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence than by mounting a stirring production of the musical 1776. That is just what Maine State Music Theatre has chosen to do – the only regional company in Maine to receive the rights at present - for the Sherman Edwards 1969 show that delivers a witty, riveting, deeply human and affecting account of our Founding Fathers. Directed by Amber Mak and featuring stunning cast of twenty-eight, MSMT‘s production is one of those artistic events audiences cannot afford to miss.

Video: First Look at 1776 at Maine State Music Theatre
by Michael Major - Jun 24, 2026

Maine State Music Theatre has shared a first look video for its production of 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical, featuring Broadway veterans and MSMT favorites in the cast.

Review: HELLO DOLLY! at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Dan Marois - Jun 21, 2026

Beth Leavel leads a spectacular Hello Dolly Ogunquit production, packed with dazzling sets, showstopping dance numbers, and old-school Broadway splendor.

Ryan Silverman & Alexandra Socha to Lead SOUTH PACIFIC at Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026

Bucks County Playhouse will present SOUTH PACIFIC, a production with deep local roots — Oscar Hammerstein wrote the lyrics while living nearby, and the show is based on the work of Bucks County resident James Michener.

Beth Leavel, Matt Doyle, Ruthie Ann Miles & More to Star in HELLO, DOLLY! at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative team for Hello, Dolly!, featuring a book by Michael Stewart and music & lyrics by Jerry Herman. The cast will feature Beth Leavel as Dolly Levi.

Review: 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse Excellently Depicts History in the Making
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2026

The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.

Photos: 1776 in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026

Rehearsals are underway for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2025-2026 season. Learn more and check out the photos below!

Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More to Star in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season.

John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.

Photos/Video: SISTER ACT at Drury Lane Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025

Sister Act is now playing at Drury Lane Theatre, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Cheri Steinkellner and Bill Steinkellner. Check out all new photos and video from the show here!

Photos: JERSEY BOYS at The Muny First Look Images
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

You can now get a first look at production photos of Jersey Boys at the Muny! The cast includes Cory Jeacoma (Nick Massi), Pablo David Laucerica (Frankie Valli), Andrew Poston (Bob Gaudio), Ryan Vasquez (Tommy DeVito). Learn more!

Video: JERSEY BOYS First Look at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Aug 19, 2025

Get a first look at the final show of the season - Jersey Boys at the Muny! Check out the cast in action. Jersey Boys tells the inspiring story of four blue-collar kids who became pop-music legends.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for JERSEY BOYS at The Muny
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2025

Rehearsals are officially underway for Jersey Boys at the Muny! Watch in this video for a behind the scenes look at rehearsals.

Video: 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You' from JERSEY BOYS at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Aug 13, 2025

Go into the rehearsal studio with Pablo David Laucerica (Frankie Valli) as he performs a selection from Can’t Take My Eyes Off You with Music Director/Conductor Paul Byssainthe Jr. at The Muny.

Full Cast Set For JERSEY BOYS at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2025

The Muny has announced the full cast for its production of Jersey Boys, which closes the 107th season of musicals on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.