Deborah Wicks La Puma News

Adventure Theatre MTC in Glen Echo, MD will present a new twist on the classic fairy tale, written and directed by Janet Stanford, blending fantasy, friendship, and time travel for audiences ages 4 and up.

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The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) announces a new Children's Theatre production of Elephant & Piggie's “We Are in a Play!” in the Performing Arts Theater.

South Coast Repertory presents CINDERELLA: A SALSA FAIRY TALE, a bilingual musical by Karen Zacarias and Deborah Wicks La Puma, running February 20–March 8.

The Junior Theater Festival celebrated a record-breaking year in 2026 and has unveiled its upcoming dates for 2027. The event showcases young talent and fosters growth in theater arts.

South Coast Repertory's Theatre for Young Audiences and Families will present CINDERELLA: A SALSA FAIRY TALE, a bilingual and hip-hop infused adaptation of the classic story, from February 20 to March 8.

Swap glass slippers for basketball high-tops and join South Coast Repertory (Artistic Director David Ivers and Managing Director Suzanne Appel) for Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale.

The Lied Center will present two diverse shows: a family-friendly musical based on 'Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus' on February 19, followed by a performance by Postmodern Jukebox on February 20.

The Growing Stage will present CINDERELLA: A SALSA FAIRY TALE, a unique musical adaptation, from February 6-15. This production features a professional company exploring a vibrant twist on the classic tale.

You can now get a first look at photos of Atlantic For Kids' new musical production of Elephant & Piggie's 'We Are In A Play!', now playing at Atlantic Theater Company's Stage 2.

Salt Lake Acting Company will present Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience, the Mo Willems musical featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Check out photos of the production.

Atlantic for Kids' new musical Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are In A Play!”, based on the “Elephant & Piggie” books by Mo Willems, begins performances at Atlantic Theater Company’s Stage 2. See rehearsal photos!

Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) has announced Mallory Pierce as the theatre’s new Director of Development. She is a seasoned nonprofit leader with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, and audience development.

Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) will open its 61st season in late May and will include two musicals, a new Sherlock Holmes mystery from the mind of Ken Ludwig; and a hilarious one-person show.

Salt Lake Acting Company will present Mo Willems and Deborah Wicks La Puma’s family musical Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience, December 5–30, 2025, directed by Penelope Caywood.

Elephant & Piggie's “We are in a Play!”, with book and lyrics by Mo Willems and Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma, will run throughout the holiday season at Playhouse on Park in rep with their production of All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914.

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has announced the licensing availability of She Persisted The Musical JR. Adapted from the best-selling book She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World written by political icon Chelsea Clinton.

Atlantic for Kids has revealed the cast for the new musical Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are In A Play!”, based on the “Elephant & Piggie” books by Mo Willems. Learn more!

Salt Lake Acting Company is ready to rock with the cast and creative team for the newest addition to their legacy of top tier Theater for Young Audiences, Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience.

Atlantic Theater Company has revealed its 40th Anniversary season of four new plays, as well as an Atlantic for Kids New York Premiere musical, and its 40th Anniversary Gala. Learn more!