Bertolt Brecht News

The National Theatre of Scotland has announced its upcoming season for 2026, including three world premieres, five tours across Scotland, gig theatre, and much more.

Off-Brand Opera will present George Abud's new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht & Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, with the score adaptation by Jake Landau, starring Katrina Lenk, George Abud and more.

Trinity Repertory Company has revealed multiple events for the month of November, including two community engagement events, the beginning of its run of A Christmas Carol, and more.

On Monday, November 17 Tanikō, a new play by konstantinos avramis, will be performed at Theatro Technis in London for one night only as part of Voila! Festival. The performance is at 7 p.m.

Amnon Kabatchnik has penned a new in his award-winning reference series. Kabatchnik's latest, Bloody Broadway: Plays of Menace, Murder, and Mystery, Volume I (BearManor Media) is now available.

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the company of 'Urinetown.' Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre becomes a world of water shortages, catchy tunes, sharp wit, and a fight for free toilet usage. Learn more!

California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV) students in the Musical Theatre Conservatory will present their rendition of Bertolt Brecht's 'The Threepenny Opera.'

James Mirrione, the bookwriter behind The Grippe, invites audiences to revisit a pivotal moment in history through the lens of theatre. Inspired by the overlooked story of the 1918 Spanish Flu and its striking parallels to contemporary society, Mirrione combines rigorous historical research, personal family history, and music of the era to craft a play that is both enlightening and emotionally resonant.

To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Christopher Plummer's expansive stage career, from Cyrano to King Lear, and more.

For one night only on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 7:30 pm, international cabaret star Adrienne Haan will perform Adrienne Haan Sings Kurt Weill at the York Theatre Company. We spoke with Haan about the show.

Three gods descend from the heavens in search of something truly rare: one good person. In the city of Szechwan, they find Shen Teh, a poor prostitute with a heart of gold, who agrees to take them into her humble home.

The Actors’ Gang is announcing its full 2025/2026 which features seven original plays, two twentieth century theatrical classics, and Late Night Fridays that will present improvised commedia dell’ arte, live music and film screenings.

LA Phil has announced the expansion of its artistic leadership team with the appointment of Esa-Pekka Salonen to the newly established position of the Judith & Thomas L. Beckmen Creative Director.

Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny comes to Theater Basel beginning this week. This opera in three acts features music by Kurt Weill and text by Bertolt Brecht.

A graduate of Yale College and Yale School of Drama, Paul Giamatti is no stranger to the stage. Ahead of his role in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, we are taking a look back at the Oscar nominee's Broadway and theater roles over the years.

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will return with the company’s annual Under the Oaks salon series, featuring performance and music every Thursday in September on Theatricum’s spectacular outdoor stage in Topanga.

The Tank has revealed programming for their eco-forward festivals, TrashFest and DarkFest, from Monday July 21 – Sunday July 27, 2025. Both festivals will take place at The Tank.

El Teatro Pérez Galdós acogerá los días 29 y 30 de enero de 2026 el estreno de LA ÓPERA DE LOS TRES CENTAVOS, la célebre obra de Bertolt Brecht y Kurt Weill, en una nueva producción que contará con el músico y compositor Coque Malla en el papel de Mackie Navaja.

Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny, an opera in three acts, with music by Kurt Weill and text by Bertolt Brecht, will premiere in August. Learn more about the show here!

Contemporary arts center OZ Arts Nashville will host its most international season of programming yet, featuring 10 groundbreaking performances created by artists from 6 continents. Learn more!