Phil Reno News

Pioneer Theatre Company has released new video footage for the Utah Premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical Come From Away, with book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein.

Pioneer Theatre Company has released rehearsal footage of COME FROM AWAY, the Utah Premiere of Irene Sankoff and David Hein's beloved musical, now playing through May 9, 2026 at the Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre.

Pioneer Theatre Company has announced the Cast and Creative Team for the Utah Premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical Come From Away, with book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein..

Liz Callaway brings warmth, wit, and luminous vocals to Stephen Schwartz’s songbook - a heartfelt, nostalgic evening of storytelling, standout numbers, and a soaring, unforgettable finale.

Liz Callaway took to the stage at 54 Below this past week to celebrate the release of her new album, The Wizard and I: Liz Callaway Sings Stephen Schwartz. Performances took place on March 18, 20, and 21. Check out photos here!

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including 54 Sings Lin-Manuel Miranda and much more. 

54 Below will present Broadway’s Matt Cavenaugh and Jenny Powers in Keeping Up With The Cavenaughs on October 2nd and 3rd, 2026 at 7pm. Learn more here!

Andrew Levitt, known as Nina West, will star as Edna Turnblad in Casa Mañana's upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, running from February 28 to March 8.

ELF THE MUSICAL will be sprinkling jolly joy as it begins tomorrow at The Auditorium (50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) for a limited engagement through December 14 only.

54 Below has announced its performance schedule for the week of November 24–30, featuring concerts by Christine Pedi, Beth Leavel, Marilyn Maye, and Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch. 

Who doesn't recognize the music, the dancing and the story?  Casa’s own Parker Esse is at the helm of directing and choreographing this high-energy piece, along with Phil Reno as musical director/conductor. Both are brilliant.

Casa Mañana opens its 2025–26 Broadway Season with WEST SIDE STORY, running November 1–9 in Fort Worth. Directed and choreographed by Parker Esse, the production stars Alex Benoit, Addie Morales, Gaby Albo, Yurel Echezarreta, and RJ Higton.

The full cast has been revealed for the brand-new tour of Elf The Musical launching this holiday season, following the limited holiday Broadway engagement at The Marquis Theatre last year. Learn more!

Nothing can prepare your ears for the remarkable harmonies, vocal dexterity, creativity, and sophisticated persona of the sisters Mary, Maggy and Marta MOIPEI. Read a review of their 9/23 show at 54 Below.

Elf the Musical will arive at the Fox Theatre in December. Learn more about the upcoming performances of the national tour of Elf and see how to purchase ticikets!

Following the great success of the limited holiday Broadway engagement last year, a brand-new tour of Elf The Musical, will sprinkle jolly joy to E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall at The University of Akron.

Ever since their NYC debut at the Mabel Mercer Cabaret Convention in 2021, their name has become synonymous with quality concerts, heavenly vocals and authentic performances.

A brand-new tour of Elf The Musical will launch on November 1. Managed by Crossroads Live North America, the tour will come to 10 cities this holiday season. Learn more here!

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

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!