Neil Berg News

New Jersey Repertory Company will present How My Grandparents Fell in Love, A Musical at 59E59 Theaters. Inspired by the true story of how his grandparents met, the book is written by Cary Gitter.

Penguin Rep Theatre will present a 29-hour reading of the new musical Take Me America on February 13, 2026, at Studios 353 in New York City. The work features a book and lyrics by Bill Nabel and music and additional lyrics by Neil Berg.

TheatreZone will launch its 2026 season of musicals on Jan. 8, with Grumpy Old Men: The Musical, the hysterically funny story about forgiveness, friendship, second chances, and the joy of rediscovering love.

Originally conceived by DJ Salisbury and Larry Moore, Moonshine & Mistletoe (An Appalachian Christmas Celebration) features a score woven from the authentic, hauntingly beautiful music of Appalachian mountain folk.

Penguin Rep Theatre, under the leadership of Joe Brancato, founding Artistic Director, and Andrew M. Horn, Executive Director, presents the world premiere of Flawless, a new play by John J. Wooten, Friday, September 26 through Sunday, October 19 in Stony Point, New York.

Last year when we last met up with Mary Benzel, Executive Director at Van Wezel, Sarasota had just gone through a couple of terrible storms, with the Van Wezel having been tragically affected by the flooding.

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Becca Suskauer about her career and the show at NJ Rep.

Penguin Rep Theatre is presenting the Off-Broadway premiere of Gene & Gilda, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato. See photos from opening night here!

New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) is now presenting the world premiere musical, 'How My Grandparents Fell in Love' through August 10.

New Jersey Repertory Company has added additional Sunday night performances for the world premiere of How My Grandparents Fell in Love. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Amanda Fischler and Adam Gloc will present a staged concert of their new musical Twelve Maids at 54 Below on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. The musical gives voice to the often-forgotten palace maids of The Odyssey, exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and resilience through the eyes of Melantho, Penelope’s favorite maid.

New Jersey entertainment rocks in the summer.  Here are just a few choices of what is going on in the Garden State!  Check them out and find a few of your own.  There's are a lot of shows to look forward to.

New Jersey Repertory Company will present the world premiere of How My Grandparents Fell in Love, a heartwarming and timely new musical by playwright Cary Gitter and composer Neil Berg. Learn more!

Minneapolis Musical Theatre (MMT) has announced its 2025–2026 season, offering a pair of productions that highlight the company’s commitment to presenting underseen and rarely produced works for Twin Cities audiences.

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!

Marquis Studios, a leading arts education nonprofit, will host a special benefit performance of Neil Berg's 101 Years of Broadway at 54 Below on June 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

Penguin Rep Theatre announced that casting is complete for Miracle on South Division Street, which officially kicks off the company's 48th season in Stony Point, New York.

Center Stage Records and Yellow Sound Label has released The 12 – A New Musical (Original Cast Recording). You can now learn more about the musical, and listen here!

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.

TheatreZone's 21st season will feature five musical productions, beginning with its annual holiday show in December, followed by four musicals that showcase a blend of comedy and drama.