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All of the Theater Stars in HBO's HARRY POTTER TV Series
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 10, 2025

With the Harry Potter show now in production in the UK, we have put together a guide to the stage performers assembled for this new series, from two-time Tony winner John Lithgow to Arabella Stanton.

Tacoma Little Theatre to Hold Auditions for MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2025

Tacoma Little Theatre is holding auditions for its holiday production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical.  This production will be directed by Jennifer York, musically directed by Lindsay Delmarter, and choreographed by Cassie Jo Fastabend.

David Byrne Teams Up with Hayley Williams for Netflix’s THE TWITS Soundtrack
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 5, 2025

David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has written and produced three original songs for the animated film, The Twits.

107th Season Announced by Tacoma Little Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025

TLT is calling this season “CROSSROADS: A Season of Defiance, Destiny, and Discovery”. It brings some audience favorites to the stage along with some brand new shows to TLT and the Northwest.

John Leader to Star in THE BFG at RSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre and the Roald Dahl Story Company, revealed that John Leader will step into the oversized shoes of Roald Dahl’s beloved character, the BFG. Learn more!

Opera Collective Ireland Performs Irish Premiere of Errollyn Wallen's CAUTIONARY TALES
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025

Opera Collective Ireland will present Cautionary Tales by Errollyn Wallen - a cheeky, high-energy opera for children and families, touring this September for a limited run.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL UK Tour Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025

Casting has been announced for the upcoming tour of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Matilda The Musical, which this year celebrates 15 years on stage

WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Screen at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse's classic film series will present the iconic family musical, “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” based on Roald Dahl's enchanting tale. Learn more!

Video: MATILDA at San Diego Music Theatre First Look
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2025

Get a first look at clips from Matilda at San Diego Music Theatre! The production is now on stge until Aug 10th, 2025 at SDMT. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, this Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

ALIENS LOVE PANTA CLAUS Comes to Curve This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025

Leicester’s Curve theatre is preparing for another festive season of family fun as it announces a brand-new Made at Curve production of ALIENS LOVE PANTA CLAUS.

Il Teatro Sistina presenta la stagione 2024–2025 con MOULIN ROUGE! IL MUSICAL, MATILDA SEI MITICA e altre grandi produzioni
by Ettore Farrattini - Jul 21, 2025

Il Teatro Sistina annuncia la stagione 2024–2025 con MOULIN ROUGE! IL MUSICAL, MATILDA SEI MITICA, TOOTSIE e altri titoli. Debutta il nuovo Sistina Chapiteau, con spettacoli per tutti i gusti e un cast di grandi artisti.

DR. SEUSS'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! and More Announced for Childrens Theatre Company 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) has announced its 2025–2026 Season, the first curated by Artistic Director Rick Dildine. The lineup features a mix of adventurous classics, beloved favorites, bilingual storytelling, interactive play, and global sensations, all aimed at inspiring young audiences and families.

Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Invercargill Musical Theatre
by Neil Brewer - Jul 17, 2025

Matilda began as a beloved children’s book by Roald Dahl, published in 1988, and was later adapted into a charming film in 1996—which I absolutely adored. More recently, it received a vibrant new life as a stage musical, debuting in 2010 with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and a book by Dennis Kelly.

Review: MATILDA at San Diego Musical Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jul 14, 2025

San Diego Musical Theatre’s “Roald Dahl's Matilda: The Musical,' running through August 10, is a mischievous and magical triumph that captures the sharp wit and subversive heart of Roald Dahl’s beloved book.

Gulfshore Playhouse Reveals Cast Of Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2025

Gulfshore Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for its 2025 Summer Conservatory production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr., which will take the stage July 25–27 at the Baker Theatre and Education Center in Naples, FL.

THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2025

The Roald Dahl Story Company has announced a 2026 UK tour of their funny family musical based on Roald Dahl’s THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE, bringing this story to audiences all around the country. 

THE BFG Comes to the Egyptian Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2025

This stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic book about the 24-feet-tall Big Friendly Giant and a little orphan called Sophie brings some of Dahl’s most memorable characters to life.

Reading Rep Theatre Reveals 2025 Summer School Offerings With West End Stars
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2025

Reading Rep Theatre has announced its 2025 Summer Schools, offering Berkshire's young performers a unique chance to train and perform alongside West End stars and acclaimed industry creatives.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 4, 2025- THE WITCHES Exclusive First Look and More
by - Jul 4, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 4, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Youth Take the Stage in MATILDA JR. at Hill Country Community Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2025

The Hill Country Community Theatre will present Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Jr., an inspiring youth production bursting with energy, heart, and imagination. The show is the grand finale of HCCT's 2025 Youth Summer Theatre Camp, featuring a talented cast of young performers ages 8–17 from across the Highland Lakes area.

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