Westside Theatre News

Ho...Ho...Ho, Cindy Lou Who, that’s who returned to Kansas City on Friday, December 6, in WHO’S HOLIDAY A NEW COMEDY WITH A TWIST OF RHYME. Padgett Productions’ Christmas delight opened on the stage of the Ruby Room inside Crown Center. The Ruby Room is the perfect venue for WHO’S HOLIDAY, as the show is a true holiday gem. WHO’S HOLIDAY runs through December 23 at the theater. What did our critic think of WHO'S HOLIDAY A CHRISTMAS MASTERPIECE OPENS IN KANSAS CITY at The Ruby Room?

Little Shop of Horrors, starring Nicholas Christopher and Sherie Rene Scott, celebrated its 1500th performance at the Westside Theatre in NYC. See photos from the celebration and learn more about the show!

Open Stage is presenting “Who’s Holiday!” from November 23rd to December 22nd under the direction of Chris Gibson and starring the talented Rachel Landon. Rachel Landon’s portrayal of adult Sally Who is hilarious, raw, and outrageous. After five years, she has honed her craft! She speaks flawlessly in rhyme with expert comedic timing and invites the audience into her world to share her story.

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!

The York Theatre Company has revealed that Joseph Hayward is stepping into the role of Interim Producing Artistic Director, and Debra Walton, as the Interim Associate Artistic Director.

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.

Lyric Stage Boston rings in the holidays with the gift of laughter, outrageous characters, and meaningful time spent with loved ones at Noises Off. Performances begin Friday, November 15 and run through Sunday December 22.  

The grand-scale production of CALLING US HOME - THE MUSICAL is set to embark on a groundbreaking multi-country tour across the African continent, starting in Durban in 2025.

Joining Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald and Tony Award Winner Danny Burstein in GYPSY are Joy Woods as “Louise,” Jordan Tyson as “June,” Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita as “Tessie Tura,” Lili Thomas as “Miss Mazeppa,” and Mylinda Hull as “Miss Electra.”

Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher will soon join the off-Broadway cast of the hit revival of Little Shop of Horrors as 'Audrey' and 'Seymour' respectively. Check out all of the details about when they join the cast here!

The York Theatre Company and The Noël Foundation has announced a one-night-only concert, 'I LIKE AMERICA,' celebrating 125 years of Noël Coward on Sunday, October 6.

Little Shop of Horrors will unveil an “Audrey II” Times Square Installation this month. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.

The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Once in a Lifetime, Again, A Musical About Love, Loss and the Healing Power of Music. Learn more about the musical and the readings here!

Penguin Rep Theatre has announced the world premiere of THE STEEL MAN, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato, starting September 6 in Stony Point, New York.

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre in the month of September.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that conductor, arranger, and pianist for several Broadway shows has passed away.

The York Theatre Company will present a developmental reading of Desperation, or The Return of the Black Crook!: A Musical Comedy Fantasy with book and lyrics by Bryan Leys and music by Clare Cooper, with music direction by Frank Lindquist and directed by Bryan Leys.

The citizens of Skid Row are back with the show's latest stars Sarah Hyland and Jimmy Awards winner Andrew Barth Feldman, with Tiffany Renee Thompson, Zakiya Baptiste, Khadija Sankoh and members of the Little Shop band for a funky fabulous new take on one of the show's iconic songs! Watch the video!

Theatrical licensing for the musical, String, with book by Sarah Hammond, and music and lyrics by Adam Gown, is now available, alongside the release of its six-song original studio cast recording

A new musical revue, THREE LITTLE MAIDS, will have a developmental reading at York Theatre on July 24, directed by Christine Pedi.