Gabriel Barre News

The Green Room 42 will present a special concert featuring highlights from the new musical FUSONG on March 23, starring Jasmine Forsberg of SIX. Proceeds will support the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund.

On the eighth anniversary of the 2018 Hawaii missile scare, the musical THIS IS NOT A DRILL, inspired by the event, is now available for licensing to theaters. The production, which premiered at The York Theatre Company, explores the intense 38 minutes of the false alert through a blend of humor and drama.

Music Theatre International has announced that licensing is now available for Frank Wildhorn's musical Wonderland, a riveting spin on the classic story of Alice and her Looking-Glass World.

REUNIONS, a new musical with book and lyrics by Jeffrey Scharf and music by Jimmy Calire, is now open at City Center Stage (ii). Check out photos from opening night!

REUNIONS, a new musical with book and lyrics by Jeffrey Scharf and music by Jimmy Calire, is currently in previews at City Center Stage II. Get a first look at photos here!

REUNIONS, a new musical with book and lyrics by Jeffrey Scharf and music by Jimmy Calire, will play City Center Stage II. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets here!

The York Theatre Company has opened the world premiere of THIS IS NOT A DRILL, now playing a five-week limited engagement at Off-Broadway’s Theatre at St. Jean’s (150 East 76th Street). Check out photos from opening night!

With Dolly Parton’s blessing, Bruce Vilanch (creator), Gabriel Barre (creator & Director) and Tricia Paoluccio’s (creator and performer) new musical, HERE YOU COME AGAIN opens in Sydney to the delight of Dolly fans.

THE YORK THEATRE will present the world premiere production of the musical, THIS IS NOT A DRILL, with book by Holly Doubet and Joseph McDonough. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The York Theatre Company has announced its 2025–2026 season under Producing Artistic Director Joseph Hayward, featuring a bold and eclectic lineup of new musicals, classic inspirations, and an iconic awards gala.

Rogue Theatre Festival (RTF) returns with a bold and eclectic lineup for their 7th annual celebration of new works. This year, the festival will showcase 37 original plays and musicals, including fully staged productions, short plays, staged readings, and digital streaming performances.

FUSONG, a new musical with book and lyrics by Christine Toy Johnson and music by Cecilia Lin, based on Geling Yan's searing novel, 'The Lost Daughter of Happiness', has just released a concept album. Learn more here!

A private invitation-only reading of the new musical Reunions, took place yesterday, Thursday May 22, at the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. Learn more.

Here You Come Again, the musical comedy packed with Dolly Parton's greatest hits, is heading to Australia. Performances begin in July. Learn more about the show here!

Idina Menzel has returned to Broadway in Redwood, now playing at the Nederlander Theatre! Menzel famously got her start in Rent on Broadway, and has gone on to star in iconic productions including Wicked, Hair, Aida, The Wild Party, and more.

See what the critics are saying about the Dolly Parton Musical, Here You Come Again at Riverside Studios. Learn more about the touring production and read the reviews!

Details have been announced for the creative programme at Riverside Studios for this Christmas season, which includes five theatre productions, festive events and cinema.

The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!

THE FIELDS OF AMBROSIA will have industry readings in NYC on October 17 and 18, featuring a cast led by Mike McGowan and Sierra Boggess.

Having enjoyed several successful runs across the United States, Here You Come Again is currently on its first UK tour, and comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 19 - Sat 23 Nov