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GYPSY, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and ROCK OF AGES Set for Skylight Music Theatre 2026–27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2026
Skylight Music Theatre announced its 67th season, featuring a lineup that underscores the transformative power of music theatre. The season promises to engage audiences with daring characters and compelling stories, set to iconic music. This milestone season reflects the theatre's commitment to bold artistic vision and community engagement, continuing its legacy as a pivotal cultural institution.
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT Will Come to the State Theatre New Jersey in March
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Based on the iconic Academy Award-winning film, which was released 38 years ago, Dirty Dancing in Concert is bringing its magic back to North America in 2026 for a world tour spanning more than 100 cities, including New Brunswick!
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT To Visit Lied Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2026
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT will offer a unique live experience in Lincoln on March 22, featuring a film screening accompanied by live performances of its iconic soundtrack.
BEAU JEST Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
North Coast Repertory Theatre will present Beau Jest, James Sherman's delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat.
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers To Bring Indigo Park Tour To Chautauqua Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
Z2 Entertainment will present Bruce Hornsby & THE NOISEMAKERS at Chautauqua Auditorium on Thursday, September 24. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. The event is open to all ages.
DIRTY DANCING Will Return to the London Stage in October 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
A reimagining of producer Karl Sydow's record-breaking global hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story on Stage will be the first production to open at the Capital Theatre, a new 676-seat purpose-built venue in Westfield, London.
CASA 0101 Theater to Stage REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES in Bilingual Performances
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
CASA 0101 Theater will present a new production of Josefina López's signature award-wining play, Real Women Have Curves, directed by Corky Dominguez, starring Stefany Arroyo, Yasha Alaniz, Bianca Araceli, Amy Melendrez and Laura Vega.
THE IRISH...AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Set for March Run at Music Theatre of CT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2026
Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) MainStage, Fairfield County's award-winning professional theatre company, continues their 39th season with Frank McCourt's The Irish…and How They Got That Way.
The Joyce Theater to Host U.S. Premiere of Noé Soulier's THE WAVES
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
The Joyce Theater Foundation will present the Joyce Theater debut of choreographer Noé Soulier with The Waves, receiving its U.S. premiere for two performances only, March 4–5, in the Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium.
MABOU MINES Explores Cinematic Ventures in New Film Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026
Mabou Mines, a pioneering American avant-garde theater company, will present a film series showcasing their rare cinematic projects. The films include Archive (2001) and more.
Photos: THE LOST BOYS Shares Key Art Ahead of Broadway Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
The Lost Boys on Broadway has released all new key art, featuring photos of the cast, in stark 'day' and 'night' constrasting posters. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh Join Cast for UK Reading of RIGHT BEFORE I GO
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh will join Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry in a UK reading of Stan Zimmerman's suicide awareness play, RIGHT BEFORE I GO, at London's Soho Theatre.
Springfield Chamber Players Will Present WINDSCAPE at 52 Sumner
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
Springfield Chamber Players will present WINDSCAPE on Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.m. at 52 Sumner in Springfield. The all-woodwind concert will be led by Yeh-Chi Wang.
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
South Chicago Dance Theatre will present three world premieres by acclaimed choreographers Natasha Adorlee, David Dorfman, and Kia S. Smith at their annual home season concert.
ANYTHING GOES To Open The Carnegie’s 2026 Season In Partnership With University Of Cincinnati CCM
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
The Carnegie, in collaboration with the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, will present Cole Porter's ANYTHING GOES from February 27 to March 8 in Covington, KY.
Kathleen Clawson to Step Down as Dayton Opera Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026
The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance has announced that Kathleen Clawson will step down as Artistic Director of Dayton Opera at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 season.
Auriga Productions to Debut THE LAST TESTAMENT OF RUDOLF HESS in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Auriga Productions will present the world premiere of THE LAST TESTAMENT OF RUDOLF HESS, a new theatrical exploration set to open in 2026. Learn more about the show here!
Greg Osby, Trio Grande and More Set for SFJAZZ February 2026 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
SFJAZZ will present a diverse lineup of jazz performances in February 2026, featuring renowned artists and ensembles. The month-long event will take place at the iconic SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco.
Shakespeare Company To Get State-of-the-Art Digital Experience
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
Hudson Valley Shakespeare will introduce a new website and digital experience aligned with the debut of their permanent venue, the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center, in 2026.
Then Jerico To Return To Birmingham And Liverpool With January Dates
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Then Jerico will bring The Return tour to Birmingham and Liverpool with two UK performances. Led by founding member Mark Shaw, the band will perform material spanning its late-1980s catalogue and later releases. The shows form part of the group’s ongoing UK and European tour.
Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway’s ROCK OF AGES
by Jerri Shafer - Sep 25, 2025
Rock of Ages a musical set on the Sunset Strip in 1987, following the story of a small-town girl and a city boy who meet while chasing their rock ‘n’ roll dreams. It is a big, brash, energetic tribute to classic rock, to over-the-top ballads and fierce guitar, to the gritty glamour and rough energy of the Sunset Strip. This jukebox musical features ‘80s hits such as “We Built this City”, “I Wanna Rock”, and “Don’t Stop Believin’”.
Photos: MISERY Opens Citadel Theatre’s 2025–26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2025
Citadel Theatre will launch its 2025–26 season with William Goldman’s stage adaptation of Misery, based on the iconic Stephen King novel. See photos of the production.
REVIEW: WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN Is A Madcap Musical About Love And Obsession
by Jade Kops - May 16, 2025
The mental health risk of misguided love plays out in the crazy comedy of WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN. David Yazbek (music and lyrics) and Jeffrey Lane (book) gave Pedro Almodovar’s 1988 film of the same name the musical theatre treatment in 2010 resulting in a madcap merging of Spanish inspired music and farcical comedy with an 1980’s aesthetic which is all right is director Alexander Berlage’s wheelhouse.
REVIEW: *UPDATED FOR ALTERNATE LEADS* The LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Is A Breathtaking Celebration of The 40th Anniversary Of The Famous Musical
by Jade Kops - May 11, 2025
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Claude-Michel Schönberg (Book & Music), Alain Boublil (Concept, Book & Original French Lyrics) and Herbert Kretzmer (Lyrics) musical theatre adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel, LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a captivating, staged concert designed for large venues.
Review: ROCK OF AGES at Axelrod Performing Arts Center
by Donna Marie Nowak - May 11, 2025
Rock of Ages, Chris D'Arienzo’s jukebox musical which runs from May 2-18 at the Axelrod Theater, has had many incarnations since its 2005 Los Angeles premiere, including Broadway, the West End, and a brilliant 2012 film starring Tom Cruise.
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