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Michael Longoria recently performed new music from his album 'Catch A Wave' at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. Check out photos from the concert and learn more here!!

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another excellent production at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT, JERRY’S GIRLS, a show that celebrates the music of Jerry Herman whose music was featured in Hello Dolly!, Mame,  and other musicals. Starring the phenomenal first-rate vocals of stars Sandra Fernandes, Makenzie Massey, and Emerson Raymond, accompanied by talented pianist Jane Best, this show is highly entertaining! The star power of these performers succeeds in pulling off this challenging production, under the brilliant combination of the direction of Liz Muller, associate direction of Jacob Marcus, and choreography of Brandy and Michael Bailey. I am not exaggerating when I say that if Sandra, Makenzie, and Emerson were to audition for American Idol next year, they would likely be the top three contestants. Yes, they are that good!

Check out production photos from the regional premiere of Murder Ballad, directed by Cynthia Fleming, running at Salt Lake Acting Company from April 8, 2026 through May 3, 2026.

The Harwood Prairie Playhouse delivers a lively and often laugh-out-loud production of Tom, Dick and Harry, a classic British farce by Ray Cooney and Michael Cooney that demands precision, energy, and a willingness to fully embrace the absurd.

Take a first look at exclusive production photos from Mean Girls at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, which runs April 11 through May 3, 2026.

What did our critic think of A ROCKIN' MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Skylight Music Theatre?

Donna McKechnie (A CHORUS LINE) continues her residency at The Laurie Beechman Theatre on Sat. May 23 and Thursday June 11. See photos from this week's show.

The Claims Conference and Museum of Jewish Heritage announced a first-ever global Holocaust film series, 'Strength of Courage,' running April 13–20 with screenings across all five NYC boroughs, Germany, and Israel.

The latest Broadway revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman celebrated its opening night this week at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre! Go inside the starry celebration in new video from inside the play's opening night bows!

Check out photos from the red carpet premiere of Hacks Season 5 in Los Angeles, featuring Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Megan Stalter, Robby Hoffman, and more.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Axis Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Specimen, written and directed by Randall Sharp, running in May at 1 Sheridan Square in Manhattan.

Western Piedmont Symphony will present Foothills Pops: From Broadway to Hollywood! at the J.E. Broyhill Civic Center in Lenoir, NC, featuring soprano Haley Sicking and a world premiere by composer Michael Glasgow.

The Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed that five new musicals will receive support through the 121 Project, the Lortel’s tailored development program for new musical works.

54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder, and many more. 

Michael Cerveris plays a troubled psychiatrist in Basic Psych, a new psychological thriller coming to digital platforms later this month from Filmhub.

Roundabout Theatre Company will present Dear Friend: A Tribute Concert for Scott Ellis, a special benefit concert, featuring Broadway stars including Annaleigh Ashford, Laura Benanti, Ramin Karimloo and more.

Riz Ahmed stars as Hamlet in a new film reimagining of the classic Shakespeare tragedy, now set in modern-day London. Watch Ahmed speak about the film in a recent interview, including why he likens Shakespeare to rap music, and filming an iconic speech from the play.

Get a first listen to the CHESS (2025 Broadway Cast Recording), now available on digital and streaming formats. The album features Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, Nicholas Christopher, Hannah Cruz, Bryce Pinkham, Bradley Dean, Sean Allan Krill, and more.

New psychological drama Broken Snow will premiere at Theatre 71 this month, starring Tom Cavanagh, Tony Danza, and Michael Longfellow. Learn more here!