National Alliance for Musical Theatre News

Discover the talented cast for NAMT's 35th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, including Talia Suskauer, Jelani Remy, Kate Rockwell, and more. Don't miss out on this exciting showcase of new musicals.

At a recent event Paper Mill Playhouse previewed songs from their upcoming season. Watch participants of the new voices program perform from Gun & Powder, After Midnight, The Wiz, Beautiful, and The Great Gatsby.

Audible Inc. celebrates the fifth anniversary of Audible Theater with new shows: The Energy Curfew Music Hour, Nobody Cares starring Laura Benanti, and the world premiere of Dead Outlaw. Read more about these upcoming productions and the expansion of Audible Theater's programming.

Experience the legendary music of Barbra Streisand as Russell Stephens debuts his new solo cabaret, 'A Piece of Sky,' at The Winter Park Playhouse on October 11 and 12, 2023.

This season, Barn on Fire is expanding out past the summer residencies to support the development of Truth Future Bachman’s Skyward: An Endling Elegy.  Learn more about the production here!

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the creative teams for the 35th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 26 and Friday, October 27, 2023, at New World Stages. Learn more about the teams here!

Prospect Theater Company and National Asian Artists Project have announced a renewed partnership to present Baked! The Musical in a one night only concert. Learn more about the concert and how to get tickets here!

The Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge is now accepting submissions for the 2023-24 program! Learn more about how to apply for the program here!

Get ready for a musical masterpiece as Lyric Theatre brings the world premiere of CONCERTO to the stage. Don't miss this highly anticipated debut, filled with captivating performances and unforgettable melodies. Mark your calendar and be one of the first to experience the magic at Lyric Theatre.

Dustin and Courtney Cunningham will return to the Spotlight Cabaret stage at The Winter Park Playhouse, September 13 and 14, 2023 with their latest cabaret entitled - Musical Memories: The Composers that Shaped Us. Playhouse Music Director, Christopher Leavy, will accompany on piano. 

The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the 12 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Frank Young Fund for New Musicals Project Development & Production Grants and the 10 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Impact & Exploration Fund.

The process for submissions for new musical works to be considered for the 7th annual Florida Festival of New Musicals is currently underway with the deadline approaching September 15, 2023 for the U.S. and September 30, 2023 for international submissions.   

Get ready for an incredible season at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre as they announce the cast and creative team of Baked! The Musical for their 2023-2024 season. Don't miss out on this exciting new show - get your tickets now!

oin Atlantic Theater Company's The Judith Champion MixFest as they showcase the best of traditional diaspora music. Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of cultural heritage and experience a melodic journey through the rich traditions of the diaspora. Don't miss this unifying event that brings together diverse musical talents on one stage.

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed the roster of new musicals for their 35th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which returns in person and takes place on Thursday, October 26 and Friday, October 27, 2023, at New World Stages.

All new video highlights have been released from the New York premiere of the award-winning new indie-rock musical Lizard Boy. Lizard Boy is set to run through Saturday, July 1st at Theatre Row.

The critically-acclaimed production of Lizard Boy, currently playing Off-Broadway at Theatre Row, will record a Live Cast Album, with a release date to be announced later this year.

Diversionary Theatre has announced that its Managing Director Jenny Case will be promoted to Executive Director when Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow steps down this month to take on a new role of Artistic Director of Walnut Creek’s Center Rep after an eight-year tenure leading the third-oldest LGTBQIA+ theatre in the United States.

Paper Mill has revealed the fourth season of its popular Brookside Cabaret for 8 weeks beginning Wednesday, July 19.

Prospect Theater Company today released production photos for the New York premiere of the award-winning new indie-rock musical Lizard Boy.