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Video: George Salazar Sings 'Brown Buffalo' From THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL
by Michael Major - May 29, 2025

As Joe Iconis' The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical prepares for its Washington DC premiere at Signature Theatre, watch an exclusive video of George Salazar performing 'Brown Buffalo.' 

Cast Set For RENT at Opera Australia
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2025

The cast for Jonathan Larson’s exhilarating, multi-Tony Award winning musical RENT has been announced. The musical that rocked Broadway is back, and making its debut at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House.

1 Week Left for the BWW Awards; MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Leading Over MINCEMEAT & DEATH BECOMES HER
by BWW Awards - May 27, 2025

The latest standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!

Review: RENT at Texarkana Repertory Company
by Theresa Bertram - May 26, 2025

Though sometimes it feels like it takes 525,600 minutes to drive to Texarkana, the trip is always worth it, especially when the Texarkana Repertory Company delivers powerhouse performances like RENT, presented May 2–11. With raw emotion, electrifying vocals, and fearless storytelling, this production, Directed by Michael Cooper, captured the spirit of Jonathan Larson’s iconic rock musical while infusing it with a unique local energy that left audiences breathless. It was a vibrant reminder that art not only reflects life, but it also gives it meaning. 

Bobby Cannavale, James Corden & Neil Patrick Harris Will Lead ART on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 22, 2025

Bobby Cannavale, Tony Award winner and Emmy Award winner James Corden and Tony Award winner and Emmy Award winner Neil Patrick Harris  will lead Yasmina Reza's ART on Broadway. We have all of the details here!

Julius Thomas III and More to Star in THE OSCAR MICHEAUX PROJECT at Prospect Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025

Prospect Musicals has revealed the complete cast for their upcoming workshop production of The Oscar Micheaux Project, a new jazz musical. See who is starring and learn more!

Kerstin Anderson, Ryan Mac and More to Star in ALL SHOOK UP at Goodspeed Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals will present All Shook Up as its second production of the 2025 season. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!

Diversionary Theatre Reveals 40th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2025

The season will feature a lineup that includes two musicals and two world premieres, all of which continue to honor the theatre's legacy of bringing LGBTQIA+ audiences new and exciting stories for, by, and about the community.

New Village Arts Reveals 24th Season
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2025

This, the 24th season and third full season in the renovated and renamed Ray Charles Stage at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center, celebrates stories of resilience and friendship: tales of grit, growth, and the powerful joy that comes from facing life’s challenges together.

RENT Begins Performances At Highland Park Players In July
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025

Highland Park Players will present RENT, Jonathan Larson's Tony Award–winning rock musical that redefined a generation. Bursting with heart, grit, and unforgettable music, RENT runs July 18–27 at the McGrath Performing Arts Center.

Video: RENT at Arden Theatre Company First Look
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025

Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company is closing out its 2024-25 season with the electrifying Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical RENT! Check out all-new video of the cast performing the show's title number.

54 Below to Celebrate Pride Month with Tracie Thoms, Lee Roy Reams, Jenn Colella, and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025

54 BELOW will honor the LGBTQ+ performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Pride Month. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: RENT at Arden Theatre Company First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company is closing out its 2024-25 season with the electrifying Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical RENT! See photos here!

Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 19, 2025

Show your support for shows like Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat, Death Becomes Her, BOOP! The Musical and more.

Two San Diego Theatres Join Forces to Present New Productions of Jonathan Larson's RENT
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2025

Diversionary Theatre and New Village Arts have announced a dynamic new partnership to produce two productions of Jonathan Larson's iconic rock musical RENT, set to hit the stage at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center in Carlsbad from October 31, 2025 to December 24, 2025 and at Diversionary Theatre in University Heights from May 21, 2026 to June 14, 2026.

RENT Now Extended at Arden Theater Through Late June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Arden Theatre Company's upcoming production of RENT has been extended once again with eight additional performances. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Watch THE GREAT GATSBY London Cast Perform 'New Money'
by Michael Major - May 15, 2025

Cast members of The Great Gatsby in London perform 'New Money,' led by choreographer Dominique Kelley. The video was recorded at Claridges Hotel, where The Great Gatsby author F. Scott Fitzgerald was a frequent guest.

Matt Doyle, Senzel Ahmady, and More Will Lead THE GREAT GATSBY in Seoul, South Korea
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025

The cast has been announced for the upcoming production of The Great Gatsby in Seoul, South Korea. The cast will be led by Matt Doyle in the role of Jay Gatsby, with Senzel Ahmady co-starring as Daisy Buchanan.

Norbert Leo Butz, Kate Baldwin and More Join SONGS FROM THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN At Joe's Pub
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025

Writer-performers Andy Roninson (Jonathan Larson Grant recipient) and Sean McVerry (DangerMouse, AURORA) present the concert debut of their award-winning musical THE REAL KYLE McCARREN at Joe's Pub on May 19th, 2025.

Heidi Blickenstaff, John Bolton, and More Will Lead COME FROM AWAY at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

The cast has been set for Come From Away when the musical makes its Muny premiere this summer in Forest Park. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

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