Jean Poiret News

The Fascinating Backstory to LA CAGE AUX FOLLES’ Creation — and Why ‘Lawsuits Ensued’

by Michael Gioia — July 2, 2026

The 1983 Broadway musical 'La Cage aux Folles' was almost a project titled 'The Queen of Basin Street,' with music by Maury Yeston and direction by Mike Nichols.

Video: Billy Porter & Wayne Brady Perform 'With You on My Arm' in Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES

by Michael Major — June 25, 2026

Watch Billy Porter and Wayne Brady duet in New York City Center's Encores! production of La Cage aux Folles.

Video: Wayne Brady Performs 'Song on the Sand' In Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES At New York City Center

by A.A. Cristi — June 23, 2026

A new video offers a look at Wayne Brady performing 'Song on the Sand' opposite Billy Porter in New York City Center's Encores! production of La Cage aux Folles.

Top Off-Broadway Shows for June 2026

by Sidney Paterra — June 9, 2026

What’s happening Off-Broadway in June? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this season.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Will Come to La Seine Musicale

by Stephi Wild — May 8, 2026

La Cage aux Folles at Théâtre du Châtelet will extend its run beyond the theater walls with a series of 17 performances at La Seine Musicale.

LES MISERABLES, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES and More Set for Olney Theatre 26-27 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 29, 2026

Olney Theatre Center has revealed its 2026-27 season featuring a production of La Cage aux Folles directed by Artistic Director Jason Loewith, Les Misérables, directed by Stephen Brackett and more.

Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Théâtre De Châtelet

by Patrick Honoré — December 14, 2025

La Cage aux Folles finally returns to its French roots at the Théâtre du Châtelet—and the homecoming is worth the wait.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Opens at Possum Point Players

by Stephi Wild — September 25, 2025

Sometimes you start with a comedy and it turns into a love story, In the case of “La Cage aux Folles,” it's a lot comedy, some fashion spectacle and two love stories.

John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Rob Ruggiero & More Join The Muny 107th Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 17, 2025

The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will bring the theatre’s bold 2025 season to life.

Video: Cheyenne Jackson, Kevin Cahoon And More Star In LA CAGE AUX FOLLES At Pasadena Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi — November 20, 2024

Pasadena Playhouse brings the world of La Cage aux Folles to life in a new production from Sam Pinkleton! Get a look at video highlights from the show featuring stars Cheyenne Jackson, Kein Cahoon, Ryan J.

Photos: Meet the Cast of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES At Pasadena Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi — November 12, 2024

Pasadena Playhouse brings the world of its upcoming production La Cage aux Folles to life in the backstage areas of its historic theater, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2025.

Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Palm Canyon Theatre

by Charlie Thomas — October 31, 2024

What did our critic think of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Palm Canyon Theatre? Based on the 1973 French play of the same name by Jean Poiret, the musical gets the star treatment from composer/lyricist Jerry Herman and book by Harvey Fierstein and has become a gay cult classic since it’s Broadway debut in

Goerge Salazar, Ryan J. Haddad and More Join LA CAGE AUX FOLLES At Pasadena Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi — October 1, 2024

Pasadena Playhouse announced the full cast for its upcoming production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES.

Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Music Theater Heritage

by Alan Portner — August 4, 2024

Looking for a little relief from the ongoing political season? If so, I should like to recommend the outrageous, belly-laugh of a show now playing in the Music Theatre Heritage Grand Theater on the fourth floor of Crown Center described by another audience member as “awesome.