Bartlett Sher News

John Behlmann and More Complete the Cast of DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 10, 2025

The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical ahead of the show’s first preview.

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Releases 65 FOR THE 65TH in Honor of Union’s Anniversary

by A.A. Cristi — July 9, 2025

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.

Kimberly Grigsby Named Inaugural Music Director of SMU’s New Sexton Institute for Musical Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — July 8, 2025

SMU Meadows School of the Arts has announced that acclaimed music director, conductor, and pianist Kimberly Grigsby will serve as the inaugural Music Director of the Sexton Institute for Musical Theatre, beginning August 1, 2025.

Richard Coyle Will Lead TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD UK Tour

by Stephi Wild — July 3, 2025

Full casting has been announced for the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Aaron Sorkin’s riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird.

Broadway 2026 Preview: Upcoming Premieres and Star-Studded Revivals

by Sidney Paterra — January 4, 2026

Broadway shows 2026 are here! Daniel Radcliffe, Adrien Brody, Taraji P.

Lear deBessonet Begins as Lincoln Center Theater Kewsong Lee Artistic Director

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 1, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater has received a generous leadership gift from Board Chair Kewsong Lee and his wife Zita Ezpeleta to fund Lear deBessonet’s Artistic Director role.

The Metropolitan Opera’s Summer HD Festival Returns to Lincoln Center Plaza in August

by Stephi Wild — June 26, 2025

The Metropolitan Opera’s annual Summer HD Festival returns to Lincoln Center Plaza.

Leeds Playhouse Reveals Autumn/Winter 2025-26 Season

by Stephi Wild — June 24, 2025

Leeds Playhouse has revealed a medley of productions running from Autumn/Winter 2025-26 including a striking new production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Honorees Revealed For the Stage Managers' Association Del Hughes Awards

by Stephi Wild — June 11, 2025

The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management.

Video: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot

by Josh Sharpe — June 10, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip of 'So In Love' The West End proshot is now available to watch on PBS.

Beth Malone and More Join DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL

by Stephi Wild — June 5, 2025

Dolly Parton has announced additional casting, the music team, and the design team for the upcoming world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical as rehearsals commence in Parton’s hometown of Nashville, TN.

Kerry Washington and Kara Young in THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES and More Set for LCT 25-26 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 2, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater has revealed its 2025-2026 season of productions in the Vivian Beaumont, Mitzi E.

Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Proshot

by Josh Sharpe — June 2, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Stephanie J.

Video: KISS ME, KATE Cast Performs 'Another Op'nin', Another Show' From PBS Proshot

by Josh Sharpe — June 2, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate.

Review: MILLIONS at Alliance Theatre

by Joseph Harrison — June 1, 2025

What would you do if a fortune in cash fell from the sky? This theoretical question can be a popular conversation starter at dinner parties or on long road trips.

Review Roundup: MILLIONS World Premiere Musical at Alliance Theatre

by Joshua Wright — May 30, 2025

What did the critics think of MILLIONS, a world premiere musical is now on stage at the Alliance Theatre? MILLIONS is inspired by Frank Cottrell Boyce’s novel and film, and features a book by Bob Martin, original score by Adam Guettel, and direction by Bartlett Sher.