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I'll start my review by saying Wicked is my favorite musical of all time. I have seen it 10 times now, all in different cities, and each time left the theatre with tears in my eyes and my heart feeling a little lighter. This is the greatest example of how magical theatre can be, in my opinion. And my hopes for a beautiful production for my 10th viewing were not dashed in the slightest-- Olivia Valli and Celia Hottenstein bewitch the audience from their first moments on stage. 

San Francisco Opera will present the American premiere of composer Kaija Saariaho’s final opera, Innocence, at the War Memorial Opera House from June 1–21.

Acclaimed performer Susan Werner makes a highly anticipated return to Lincoln's Lied Center.

Pushcart Players', celebrating 50 years, will present 'Velveteen Rabbit' at the Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan, NJ on Thursday, April 18th at 10:00AM and 11:45AM.

Join Grammy winner Paul Jacobs as he returns to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Experience the captivating performance of the San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers featuring Alasdair Fraser.

Mercury Theater has revealed additional dates for the first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys. Learn how to purchase tickets.

George Street Playhouse has unveiled complete programming for the 2024–2025 season. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Through the zany situations, there is a message about “girl power”; a timeless message. Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer TINA FEY, composer JEFF RICHMOND, lyricist NELL BENJAMIN and original director and choreographer CASEY NICHOLAW.

The Outsiders marks Adam Rapp's first book of a musical that he has written, but he's no stranger to writing for the stage, having written several plays throughout his career. In honor of Rapp's first musical coming to Broadway, we're taking a walk down memory lane and revisiting some of his plays.

Acclaimed SkyPilot Theatre Company has announced its 2024 One-Act Festival which will be performed over two weekends in alternating groups, Series A and Series B, April 19-21 and April 26-28 at The 905 Cole Theatre in Los Angeles.

Experience the timeless classic, HAMLET, brought to life by renowned director Bob Devin Jones at The Studio@620. Join us for a captivating performance that reimagines Shakespeare's masterpiece.

Bodiography will present Visions at the Kelly-Strayhorn Theater. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!

The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.

Discover the full cast and creative team for MEAN GIRLS at the Savoy Theatre. With bookings extended into 2025, don't miss your chance to see this iconic show.

Join The Symphonia as they unveil their 20th season plans at the 'Cocktails & Classics' reception on April 16.

The Joy of Sake, the world’s largest sake tasting outside Japan, returns to NYC on April 11th with a record 578 competition-level sakes available to taste alongside sake-inspired appetizers from top restaurants.

Pascale Roger-McKeever will present the one-woman show Fingers & Spoons at SoHo Playhouse. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Explore the darker side of children's television with an additional episode of QUIET ON SET: THE DARK SIDE OF KIDS TV. The show features new insights and interviews with former child stars, including Drake Bell. Some reunite for the first time to share their reactions to QUIET ON SET: THE DARK SIDE OF KIDS TV.

Experience the timeless hits of CREED in a new format as their multi-platinum-selling 'Greatest Hits' album makes its wide debut on vinyl. A must-have for music enthusiasts and CREED fans alike. The LP features such chart-topping singles as “Higher,” “One Last Breath,” “With Arms Wide Open,” and “My Sacrifice.”

Which fetch performers will be starring in Mean Girls in the UK? The social media accounts for the production debuted a teaser that has fans guessing who might be taking on the iconic roles in the upcoming production. Can you guess who might be part of the company?

Join Dublin Coffman High School Drama Club for their performance of MEAN GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL VERSION from April 3-6.

Discover the new single 'FALLING' by 1NONLY. This shadowy track adds a fresh dimension to the artist's discography, showcasing his unique musical style. Before that, he dropped the Homesick EP highlighted by “Mine” and “Step Back!” alongside New Zealand rapper-producer SXMPRA.

A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!