Michael Barakiva News

Video: FREAK THE MIGHTY World Premiere Musical at Seattle Rep

by Joshua Wright — June 11, 2026

Get a first look at FREAK THE MIGHTY, the world premiere musical heading to Seattle Rep this summer.

Review: FREAK THE MIGHTY at Cleveland Play House

by Julie Zatko — June 2, 2026

What did our critic think of FREAK THE MIGHTY at Cleveland Play House?

Interview: Book & Lyricist Anthony Drewe Talks FREAK THE MIGHTY at Cleveland Play House

by Julie Zatko — June 1, 2026

The Cleveland Play House is launching the world premiere of the new musical Freak the Mighty.

FREAK THE MIGHTY Musical Will Premiere at Seattle Rep This Summer

by Stephi Wild — March 26, 2026

The new musical Freak the Mighty will premiere at Seattle Rep this summer.

New Musical FREAK THE MIGHTY World Premiere Cleveland Play House

by A.A. Cristi — June 24, 2025

Cleveland Play House (CPH) will present Freak The Mighty May 22 – June 21 2026, a co production with Seattle Rep.

Mary Zimmerman-Directed OUR TOWN And More Announced for Cleveland Play House 2025-26 Season

by A.A. Cristi — May 8, 2025

Cleveland Play House has announced the 2025-26 season that will take and transport audiences beyond pure entertainment with gripping stories, powerful performances, and unforgettable moments.

9 TO 5 and More Set for Baldwin Wallace Music Theatre 2025-26 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 16, 2025

Baldwin Wallace University's music theatre program is coming into sharper focus with the announcement of an expanded 2025-26 production season, new professional theatre partnerships, more frequent masterclasses and much more.

Photos: THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW Starring Jesse James Keitel and Mark Nadler

by A.A. Cristi — October 24, 2024

Check out new photos from The Christine Jorgensen Show, the acclaimed musical production at 59E59 Theatres.

Video: First Look at WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Cleveland Playhouse

by Joshua Wright — October 18, 2024

Get a first look at What the Constitution Means to Me at Cleveland Play House.

Interview: Cabaret Star Mark Nadler Gears up for THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW at HERE

by Rebecca Kaplan — October 9, 2024

The Christine Jorgensen Show, the acclaimed musical production that captivated sold-out audiences last spring at 59E59 Theatres, returns to NYC for a limited engagement at HERE 10/10 to 11/17.

Video: Inside Rehearsals For WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Cleveland Playhouse

by Joshua Wright — October 9, 2024

Get a sneak peak into early rehearsals for What the Constitution Means to Me at Cleveland Play House.

Video: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Cleveland Play House

by Blair Ingenthron — September 14, 2024

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE by Kate Hamill, based on the novel by Jane Austen, directed by Michael Barakiva, is running through September 29 at Allen Theatre.

Tickets Now on Sale to THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW at HERE

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 6, 2024

Tickets are now on sale for The Christine Jorgensen Show.

THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW Will Return Off-Broadway This Fall

by Stephi Wild — August 15, 2024

The Christine Jorgensen Show, the acclaimed musical production that played to sold-out audiences last spring at 59E59 Theatres, will return to New York for a limited engagement at HERE (145 6th Ave) from Thursday, October 10, 2024 to Sunday, November 17, 2024.