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Cast Set for THE CIRCUIT: Immersive Silent Disco Ballet in DUMBO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026

New York Theatre Company has revealed the cast for The Circuit, a silent disco ballet set in the streets of DUMBO, Brooklyn, blending dance, theater, and nightlife into a site-specific, after-dark experience.

Video: 'Today's The Day!' from INTO THE BURROW: A PETER RABBIT TALE at Alliance Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2026

Alliance Theatre has released footage of 'Today's The Day!' from INTO THE BURROW: A PETER RABBIT TALE, the charming new musical now playing through June 27, 2026 at the Goizueta Stage for Youth and Families.

New York Theatre Company Will Host THE CIRCUIT: Silent Disco Ballet in DUMBO
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

New York Theatre Company will present THE CIRCUIT, a site-specific silent disco ballet inspired by Arthur Schnitzler's La Ronde, performed through the cobblestone streets of DUMBO, Brooklyn, with audiences wearing wireless headphones.

Alliance Theatre Reveals 2026/27 Season - ALICE IN NEVERLAND World Premiere and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

Alliance Theatre has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring the world premiere musical Alice in Neverland, a world premiere adaptation of Winnie the Pooh, and more.

Junior Theater Festival Sets New Records in 2026, Reveals 2027 Dates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2026

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.

Stage Door Foundation Launches NEW NEXT NOW for Musical Development
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

The Stage Door Foundation revealed the artists and productions who will debut NEW NEXT NOW, a ground-breaking pipeline for the development of new musicals.

Listen: 'To Be Remembered' From THE (DISASTER) MARATHON OF 1904 Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026

A new original song, 'To Be Remembered,' from the upcoming musical The (Disaster) Marathon of 1904 has been released. Listen to it now, performed by Blake Roman as Frederick Lorz.

Alliance Theatre Will Produce World Premiere Musical LIKE FATHER
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

Alliance Theatre will present the world premiere of Like Father, a new musical by Jacob Ryan Smith and Caroline Pernick, beginning in October 2026. Directed by Tinashe Kajese-Bolden.

Jacob Ryan Smith and & Caroline Pernick's LIKE FATHER to Have World Premiere at Alliance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Alliance Theatre will produce the world premiere musical LIKE FATHER as part of its 2026/27 season. Like Father is a bold new musical created by Jacob Ryan Smith, with book, music, and lyrics by Smith and Caroline Pernick.

Review Roundup: ORATORIO FOR LIVING THINGS Opens at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

Signature Theatre is presenting Oratorio For Living Things, written by Heather Christian and directed by Lee Sunday Evans. See what the critics are saying about the production here.

World Premiere of SHELTER ME: AN ORIGINAL ROCK ORATORIO at Charles W. Eisemann Center
by Emmy Rice - Apr 5, 2025

Dallas/Richardson, TX-The Dallas Street Choir, in collaboration with the Credo Community Choir, The University of Texas at Dallas Choirs, will present Shelter Me: An Original Rock Oratorio.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Atlanta Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Atlanta Awards; KINKY BOOTS, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 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 Atlanta Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; KINKY BOOTS, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

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

BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

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

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of LIZARD BOY at Theatre Row
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023

Prospect Theater Company's New York premiere of the award-winning new indie-rock musical Lizard Boy, is now open at Theatre Row. Check out photos from opening night here!

Photos: First Look At LIZARD BOY At Theatre Row
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023

Prospect Theater Company today released production photos for the New York premiere of the award-winning new indie-rock musical Lizard Boy.

Photos: First Look at Prospect Theatre Company's LIZARD BOY in Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023

A recent hit at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Lizard Boy preview performances are set to begin on Thursday, June 1st at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street), with an opening night set for Wednesday, June 14th. The limited engagement is set to run through Saturday, July 1st, 2023. Check out rehersal photos here!

Andrew Barth Feldman & Joe Serafini Share New Single 'In My Head'
by Michael Major - Sep 23, 2022

Daniel Mertzlufft and Jacob Ryan Smith have released the first single from their new partnership. The song features Andrew Barth Feldman, who is set to star opposite Jennifer Lawrence in the highly anticipated comedy, No Hard Feelings, as well as Joe Serafini who stars as Seb in the Disney+ series, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.

Photos: First Look at THE WILD PARTY at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2022

Cobb PARKS and the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre are continuing their 2022 concert series with the hit Andrew Lippa musical, THE WILD PARTY. Based on the 1926 poem by Joseph Moncure March, this roaring production features a cast of 13 actors and 9 musicians, and will be available to stream June 17-19.

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