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by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold on Jun 5, 2026
From the joyful opening number, “Good Morning, Baltimore,” to the to the rousing vibrancy of the finale, “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” Maine State Music Theatre’s revival of HAIRSPRAY, a co-production with Lancaster, Pennsylvania‘s Fulton Theatre, which opens the 2026 season, offers the audience pure optimism and joy. Despite - or perhaps because of - the more serious underlying themes that the musical tackles such as racism, segregation, body positivity, and inclusion - HAIRSPRAY remains the perfect theatrical evening where entertainment and inspiration combine. This new production, directed and choreographed by Kenny Ingram with a superbly talented cast that features an extraordinary blend of Broadway, MSMT veteran, and young professional talent invites audiences to marvel at the company’s artistic range and to revel in an exquisitely delightful evening’s entertainment.
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez on Jun 4, 2026
Nostromo Live ha abierto el proceso de audiciones para su producción del musical, que se representará en el Teatre Tívoli a partir de septiembre de 2027.
by Chloe Rabinowitz on Jun 4, 2026
For their 2026 season, The Cape Playhouse enters its historic centennial year. Some of the brightest stars of Broadway and the entertainment industry are set to take the stage at the Cape Cod Center for the Arts in Dennis, MA this summer.
by Stephi Wild on Jun 3, 2026
The Muny announced the full cast for its production of HAIRSPRAY, opening the theatre's 108th season in Forest Park. Richard Kind, Katy Geraghty, and Charity Angél Dawson lead the company.
by Joshua Wright on May 19, 2026
Outsiders Broadway original Trevor Wayne stars as Link Larkin in Hairspray at Maine State Music Theatre, June 3–20. He talks 1960s youth culture, social change, and his MSMT debut.
by Chloe Rabinowitz on May 14, 2026
San Francisco Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative team for Hairspray, the eight-time Tony Award-winning musical featuring songs including “You Can’t Stop the Beat” and “Good Morning Baltimore.”
by Joshua Wright on May 13, 2026
Maine State Music Theatre has released the trailer for HAIRSPRAY, the beloved Tony Award-winning musical running June 3 through 20, 2026 at Pickard Theatre at Bowdoin College, in a co-production with the Fulton Theatre.
by Michael Major on May 13, 2026
Joshua Bassett is opening up about his experience in Little Shop of Horrors, stating that the demands of live theater aren't his 'calling.' Watch a video of the High School Musical star saying that he respects theater, it was a 'challenge.'
by R. Scott Reedy on May 6, 2026
In most, if not all, other mountings of “Hairspray: The Broadway Musical,” Tracy Turnblad is tucked under her bedcovers when audiences first see the young heroine, ready to show off her high-teased bouffant and let loose with the first notes of the rousing opener, “Good Morning, Baltimore.”
by Stephi Wild on Apr 21, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for HAIRSPRAY, opening its 108th season at Forest Park. Katy Geraghty and Richard Kind lead the production, which marks the show's return to the St. Louis stage for the first time since 2015.
by Chloe Rabinowitz on Apr 15, 2026
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts has unveiled its 2026/2027 season of shows! The season will feature a new productin of Little Shop of Horrors, Hairspray, and more.
by Michael Major on Apr 15, 2026
Watch a first look video of Hairspray at Fulton Theatre. Leading the cast as the irrepressible Tracy Turnblad is Eden Franco, joined by Robert Anthony Jones as her mother, Edna Turnblad, and Joel Newsome as her father, Wilbur Turnblad.
by Taylor Clemons on Apr 11, 2026
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Derby Dinner Playhouse?
by A.A. Cristi on Mar 31, 2026
The Fulton Theatre will bring the Tony-winning hit 'Hairspray' to the Mainstage from April 10 through May 3, 2026, with preview performances on April 8 (Community Night) and 9 (Pay-What-You-Want).
by Stephi Wild on Mar 27, 2026
Meet the full Titanique Broadway cast! Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox & more bring this Céline Dion-powered musical comedy to the St. James Theatre.
by Stephi Wild on Mar 23, 2026
OFC Creations Theatre Center in Rochester, NY, will present its 2026-2027 Broadway in Brighton Series featuring shows like HAIRSPRAY, MISS SAIGON, and the regional premiere of THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK.
by Russell Warne on Mar 21, 2026
Everyone's favorite plus-sized civil rights crusader is on stage again in Columbus.
by Stephi Wild on Mar 12, 2026
Slow Burn Theatre Company will bring the ultimate feel-good musical to Fort Lauderdale this April with Hairspray, the eight-time Tony Award-winning smash hit, running Saturday, April 11 through Sunday, April 26.
by Joshua Wright on Mar 3, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre is currently presenting HAIRSPRAY, running through March 8. Check out a first look at “I Can Hear the Bells” in the video below.