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I must admit that The Taming of the Shrew has never been my favorite Shakespeare play. I've always appreciated its place in theatrical history, but it wasn't one I found myself eagerly revisiting. Then Darby Lytle and the incredible cast at The Weekend Theater came along and completely wrecked my opinion in the best possible way.

The theater world never really slows down — and this week is proof. The Lost Boys dominated our Theater Fans' Choice Awards, sweeping nearly every musical category, while the Washington National Opera's legal battle with the Kennedy Center over $17 million in disputed funds continues to unfold. On a more hopeful note, Berkeley's beloved Aurora Theatre is planning its comeback after a year in the dark. All that, plus BroadwayWorld has launched a brand-new Producer Fantasy Game — so if you've ever thought you could pick the hits, now's your chance to prove it.

South Street Seaport Museum and the Sandy Ground Historical Society will present a free lecture on free Black oystermen and the Staten Island community they built before the Emancipation Proclamation.

Portland Ovations announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring Broadway national tours of BEETLEJUICE, THE WIZ, and MYSTIC PIZZA, plus Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Audra McDonald, and world premieres by Maine artists.

Unattended Baggage will present the Los Angeles premiere of THE BED SHOW, an immersive, site-specific comedy-talk show staged in actual bedrooms across LA, following a sold-out Off-Broadway run at Soho Playhouse.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre announced Nicola Mac and Taylor Walker as the choreographers for its 2026 THEATRE DANCE LAB programme, with a public showcase featuring six performance pieces and conversations with Artistic Director Drew McOnie.

“John Adams is a debut role for me. I love his passion.  He is the central catalytic force in the entire drama. He has dedicated his life to God, country, and family in that order.  He’s been toiling in the Continental Congress for years now, and he just wants to get the job [independence] done and go home to his family.” Actor James Patterson is speaking enthusiastically about the challenge of playing the Founding Father from Massachusetts in Maine State Music Theatre’s new production of 1776, created for America’s 250thanniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, that begins its run at the Pickard Theater in Brunswick, Maine on June 24th.

Rory Kinnear and Royal Ballet principal Natalia Osipova will star in the world premiere of James Graham's THE STANDARD OF LIVING, directed by Nicholas Hytner at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.

The Studio@620 announced its 2026-2027 mainstage season, presented by the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg, following a record-breaking year that saw a 43% surge in new theatergoers.

What happens when one harmless lie turns into a full-blown circus of chaos? Welcome to TOM & JERRY, a laugh-riot of misunderstandings, madness, and marital Mayhem. Brought to life by Paritosh Painter who has carved a niche for himself in films, theatre and television.

What did our critic think of THE View UPSTAIRS at Barbershop Theatre? Street Theatre Company opened their final show of their 20th season. Max Vernon’s play was inspired by the 1973 attack at the UpStairs Lounge, a gay bar in New Orleans.

The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and actor Eisa Davis discusses her new play at the Vineyard, ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, as well as her other upcoming projects including a revival of Angela’s Mixtape and the new musical Warriors.

A visually stunning production with exquisite costumes, inventive sets and a wonderfully humorous 1920s twist on the classic myth. The principal dancers' superb technique and thrilling virtuoso performances had the audience gasping, applauding and thoroughly entertained throughout.

What did our critic think of PRESSURE at Ottawa Little Theatre?

South Street Seaport Museum will present a free Father's Day card printing event at Bowne & Co., where participants can use 19th-century historical presses. Registration is encouraged.

BroadwayWorld spoke with director Ellen Geer about her vision for the production, what drew her to adapt it for Theatricum Botanicum, and what she hopes audiences will love about the story as much as she does.

​​​​​​​Natalia Saulo: A production singer who captivates audiences every night in the grand theaters of luxury cruise ships traveling the globe. Hailing from Argentina, this talented artist has spent over 13 years at the forefront of the spectacular yet demanding world of maritime entertainment. Since launching her global career in 2013, Natalia has toured the world’s oceans and refined her craft in New York as a Broadway scholarship recipient. With an impressive and versatile vocal range, she boasts incredible versatility, with extensive experience performing in multiple languages. Until very recently, she was bringing audiences to their feet as a lead vocalist in six main stage shows onboard the massive cruise ship, *”MSC Bellissima.”

Interview with Wyatt Van Hazel about creating his version of Leaf in Oceanside Theatre Company's “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,”, learning through STAGES, and why joy is at the heart of this production.

Whether you're traveling with kids, planning a date night, or squeezing in some sightseeing between matches, here's the Broadway show that's the perfect fit for your World Cup trip.

I'll say this now: this Summer's most beguiling, most enchanting theatrical surprise is perhaps the brand new, gorgeously opulent regional production of ANASTASIA - THE MUSICAL, now on stage at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through June 20, 2026. A visual stunner punctuated by remarkable musicality and an impressive acting ensemble, this epically-staged, winningly triumphant local iteration is an impressive presentation, from its thrilling technical aspects and grandiose (yet still grounded) storytelling to its superb, talent-bursting cast led by a fierce star turn by Lena Ceja in the title role that audiences will remember for a long time.