Adam Karsten News

Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at CVRep

by Eri Gold — March 2, 2026

It is no surprise that Coachella Valley Repertory has welcomed some super strong talent onto its stage, and Guys and Dolls continues to deliver the level of quality performance we can rely on.

Interview: Adam Karsten Directing GUYS AND DOLLS at Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre

by June August — February 19, 2026

Adam Karsten is taking a different approach to GUYS AND DOLLS, running February 25 to March 8 at Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre

Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards

by BWW Awards — January 16, 2026

Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.

Review: CLAYBOURNE ELDER at CVRep

by Kay Kudukis — July 19, 2025

CVRep is on fire this summer with a terrific line up of Broadway stars gracing their stage in the form of entertainment our valley is becoming known for: cabaret.

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre

by June August — March 22, 2025

Bravo to Maestro Steven Hulsey and Director Adam Karsten.

Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at CVRep

by Gilmore Rizzo — November 10, 2024

What did our critic think of NEXT TO NORMAL at CVRep?

Review: TWINSPIRATION WITH JULIE AND JANNA CARDIA at CVRep

by Gilmore Rizzo — July 27, 2024

A genuinely wonderful production spoiled by some overacting hyper-sincerity.

Review: CABARET at CVRep

by Gilmore Rizzo — February 2, 2024

The musical Cabaret is a classic for many reasons, and no matter who produces it the dark foreboding story never fails to pack a gut punch.

THE WIZ, MYSTIC PIZZA & More Lead Los Angeles' February 2024 Theater Top Picks

by BWW Staff — February 1, 2024

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings.

Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards

by BWW Awards — January 16, 2024

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Palm Springs! Winners include Palm Springs Cultural Center, Coachella Valley Rep and more.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Palm Springs Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

by BWW Awards — December 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Palm Springs Awards; ONCE, KAFKA'S JOKE, Desert Ensemble Theatre & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: SUMMER SESSION WITH THE BONES BRIGADE at CV Rep

by Kay Kudukis — December 17, 2023

What did our critic think of SUMMER SESSION WITH THE BONES BRIGADE at CV Rep?

BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; ONCE, AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE MOUSETRAP, Desert Ensemble Theatre & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards December 5th Standings; ONCE Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — December 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!