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The internationally acclaimed musical Les Misérables: The World Tour Spectacular will open in Manila on Jan. 20, 2026, with a run through March 1 at The Theatre at Solaire in Parañaque City.

Ultimately, Rhythms and Revelations unfolds as part memoir and part theatrical showcase... for his fans, this was an evening rich with heart, memories, and undeniable charisma.

In January of 2026, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and many more. 

Here are a few top picks to consider this week including New Years Eve celebrations, Glee's Matthew Morrison in a new solo show, a celebration of golden age Broadway, and more.

To wrap up Season 3 for Actors Theatre of Little Rock, they ended with Hairspray—a show I’ve been wanting to see live for a long time. From December 3–20, this cast brought the beat to the Quapaw United Methodist Church basement, transforming the space into an immersive, joy-filled playground bursting with big hair, bold voices, and infectious energy.

Film director John Waters will bring Going to Extremes: A John Waters 80th Birthday Celebration to Adler Hall at New York Society for Ethical Culture.

We had the opportunity to interview Dana Zell who has served as the Managing Director of CMT for the past 10 years.

Here are a few top cabaret shows and concerts to consider in NYC this week including Sandra Bernhard, Matthew Morrison (Glee, Hairspray original Broadway cast), drag, holiday jazz shows and more.

The Green Room 42 will present Songs You Almost Remember, a celebration of childhood nostalgia and forgotten favorites.

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present award-winning composer and co-lyricist Marc Shaiman in conversation with fellow Tony Award winner and longtime friend Nathan Lane.

The Queen of Versailles played its final performance on Broadway yesterday. Watch a video of the cast of the Kristin Chenoweth-led musical taking their final bows, followed by a curtain call speech.

The Franklin Performing Arts Company will present the beloved play Steel Magnolias directed by Robbie Rescigno January 23-25 at THE BLACK BOX in downtown Franklin, MA.

OFC Creations has released first look photos of Garrett Clayton, starring as The Grinch in Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical. See the exclusive photos now!

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Matthew Morrison, Norm Lewis, Scott Siegel and more.

Rhode Island theatres continue to produce excellent and thought-provoking work, and it is a privilege for your local reviewers to be trusted with the responsibility of sharing the good, bad and strange!  In the spirit of ending the year on an optimistic note, we’re taking a look back at some of the best shows we saw this year–in RI and further afield.

Garrett Clayton Stars as The Grinch in 'Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!'

People's Light kicks off the new year with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias, playing January 14 - February 15, 2026 on the Steinbright Stage. Directed by longtime Company Artist and Artistic Director Emerita Abigail Adams.

ELF the Musical is now playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre Company, running through December 28 at the historic downtown Seattle theatre. Check out this all new clip of 'The Story of Buddy' from the production.

BroadwayWorld spoke with Katharine McPhee about playing a vaudeville star in the new Gilded Age-era series The Artist, who also shared the best advice she has received as a performer. Check out the interview now.

Music Theater Works will cast RuPaul’s Drag Race alum and drag performer Mrs. Kasha Davis as Edna Turnblad in its production of HAIRSPRAY. The production will take place in the George Van Dusen Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.

Production photos have been released for SLEEPING BEAUTY, now playing as the annual pantomime at the Malthouse Theatre in Canterbury. The production celebrates five years of pantomime at the venue and continues the theatre’s festive-season programming.

Mrs. Kasha Davis will star as “Edna Turnblad” in its upcoming production of Hairspray, directed by Keely Vasquez, choreographed by Reneisha Jenkins and music directed by Linda Madonia.

Finding Dorothy Parker, an evening celebrating the wit and wisdom of Dorothy Parker, will play a week-long return engagement at The Laurie Beechman Theatre at West Bank Café.

All new photos have been released from behind the scenes of SLEEPING BEAUTY, Wolverhampton Grand Theatre’s new pantomime. Check out the photos and learn more here!

BWW Q&A: Garrett Clayton of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at OFC Creations Theatre Center