Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this March 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from regional stages across the country.
Lookingglass Theatre Company begins its 2025/26 season with the world premiere of WHITE ROOSTER in the Joan and Paul Theatre at the Water Tower Water Works.
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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
You can now get a first look at photos and video of the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee. The production has revealed an extension of its run.
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee. Yee's play weaves together puppetry, movement, song, and folklore.
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee.
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present multi-award winner Anthony Rapp in the world premiere of a seasonal and intimate cabaret, Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays.
Writers Theatre will present the Midwest premiere of As You Like It, a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s pastoral comedy. Watch video highlights from the show!
3Arts has announced the 17 recipients of this year's 3Arts Awards. The organization will honor the new recipients next month at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance
Writers Theatre will continue its 2025/26 Season with a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, adapted by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. Learn more!
Chicago's Tony-Award winning Lookingglass Theatre Company has revealed its 2025 - 2026 season taking place in The Joan and Paul Theatre at Water Tower Water Works. Learn more!
Lookingglass Theatre Company has announced its 2025–2026 season, featuring two world premieres by Company Members Matthew C. Yee and Kevin Douglas, the return of the acclaimed Lookingglass Young Ensemble, and the continuation of the powerful annual ritual Sunset 1919.
Writers Theatre Board of Trustees welcomed 250 corporate and civic leaders for its annual WordPlay Gala. Learn more about the gala and the funds it raised here!
Watch a video trailer for ‘Romeo and Juliet’ in Milwaukee! See why Shakespeare’s beautiful classic “remains a love story for the ages” with a sneak peek of this “fascinating and highly accessible adaptation” that’s “stunning to watch.”
Romeo and Juliet is now being presented at Milwaukee Rep. Get a first look at photos here! Step into the hills of Appalachia in this reimagined production of Shakespeare's most iconic play. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Moving Shakespeare’s classic plays to different, usually more modern, environs is not new — and doesn’t always make the transition with losing something in translation, but the Milwaukee Rep’s “Romeo and Juliet” — presented in Appalachian dress and accented with bluegrass, folk and country music — is a most successful pairing – unlike the titular lovers.
Rehearsals are now underway for Romeo and Juliet at Milwaukee Rep. Go inside the studio for an inside look at Associate Artistic Director Laura Braza’s fresh adaptation of this timeless story in the video here.
Chicago’s Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Water Tower Water Works earlier this month. Learn more here!
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed the complete cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Romeo and Juliet, adapted and directed by Laura Braza. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
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