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Review: SOUNDS SUSPICIOUS....A MUSICAL MYSTERY at Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock

by Theresa Bertram — February 11, 2026

My favorite show of the week came from the Downtown Playmakers Project at The Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock Saturday, February 7.

Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! at English Theatre, Frankfurt

by André Böke — February 8, 2026

“Welcome to the Renaissance!” – after an odyssey of obstacles and hindrances, continental Europe’s biggest English-language theatre venue has finally reopened its gates with a true musical banger: “Something Rotten”! has returned to Frankfurt, featuring a cast and production that establi

Video: See Benedict and Sophie in Teaser for Part 2 of BRIDGERTON Season 4

by Josh Sharpe — February 3, 2026

Bridgerton fans won't have to wait long for more of the fan-favorite Netflix series.

RSC's CYRANO DE BERGERAC Will Transfer to the West End

by Stephi Wild — January 30, 2026

Cyrano de Bergerac will transfer to the Noël Coward Theatre, a Delfont Mackintosh Theatre, from 13 June – 5 September 2026 following an acclaimed run at the RSC in Stratford-upon-Avon last year.

FRIGID New York Unveils Lineup For 2026 New York City Fringe Festival

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 28, 2026

FRIGID New York will present the 19th annual New York City Fringe Festival across multiple venues in New York City.

Video: Guillaume Diop and Léonore Baulac Perform BRIDGERTON Ballet at Paris Premiere

by Josh Sharpe — January 16, 2026

During the recent Bridgerton Season 4 premiere in Paris, French dancers Guillaume Diop and Léonore Baulac enchanted attendees with a special ballet performance on the steps of the Palais Brongniart.

Jasmin Richardson Will Direct THE HULA-HOOPIN' QUEEN at Theatre Row

by Stephi Wild — January 14, 2026

New York City Children’s Theater will conclude its 29th season with the new musical THE HULA HOOPIN’ QUEEN, directed by Broadway’s Jasmin Richardson.

GOD OF CARNAGE and WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Come to South Coast Repertory

by Stephi Wild — January 9, 2026

South Coast Repertory will open 2026 with a rotating repertory of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.

Video/Photos: Julie Andrews Returns as Lady Whistledown in BRIDGERTON Season 4 Trailer

by Josh Sharpe — December 29, 2025

The official trailer has been released for Season 4 of Bridgerton, the fan-favorite series from Shondaland and Netflix.

Review: MIRACLE ON MAIN: A HOLIDAY SPECIAL 2025 at Arts & Science Center For Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff

by Theresa Bertram — December 26, 2025

The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas transformed the Catherine M.

Review Roundup: PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK at Greenwich House Theatre

by Stephi Wild — December 22, 2025

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, the new rock musical, is now in performances at Greenwich House Theatre.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK

by Nicole Rosky — December 19, 2025

Now running at Greenwich House Theatre is PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, the new rock musical.

Photos: First Look At PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK At Greenwich House Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — December 17, 2025

Production photos have been released for PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, the new musical adaptation of Joan Lindsay’s novel now playing at Greenwich House Theatre.

Photos: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Celebrates Opening Night at the John W. Engeman Theater

by Genevieve Rafter Keddy — November 16, 2025

A Christmas Carol officially opened recently at the John W.

Listen: THE LIGHTNING THIEF Composer Rob Rokicki Releases New Theatrical Rock Single 'Lincoln'

by Josh Sharpe — November 14, 2025

Following the release of The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording, producer and composer Rob Rokicki has dropped his new single, “Lincoln,” featuring vocalist Alisa Melendez.

LIGHTNING THIEF Composer Rob Rokicki Releases New Single “Lincoln”

by A.A. Cristi — November 10, 2025

Rob Rokicki, composer of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, will release a new theatrical rock single titled “Lincoln” on November 14, 2025.

Full Cast Set For The World Premiere Of HIGH NOON

by Stephi Wild — November 7, 2025

Joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough are Billy Howle, Rosa Salazar, Simon Chandler, James Doherty, Misha Handley, Joshua Hill, Jonah Russell, Rebecca Lee and Tim Steed.

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: The Musical Will Premiere Off-Broadway With Tatianna Córdoba and More

by Stephi Wild — November 5, 2025

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: The Musical, adapted from the novel by Joan Lindsay, with book and lyrics by Hilary Bell and music and arrangements by Greta Gertler Gold, will begin performances off-Broadway next month.

Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Moorestown Theater Company

by Donna Marie Nowak — November 3, 2025

The award-winning Moorestown Theater Company celebrates its 9th “Second Stage” musical and 250th show with this sublime production of the uproarious musical comedy Something Rotten.

Stratford Festival Announces 2026 Cast for GUYS AND DOLLS

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 20, 2025

Discover the Stratford Festival's 2026 cast lineup, featuring GUYS AND DOLLS and more! Get details on how to attend this exciting season.