Fun Home - 2019 - Immersive Articles Page 1

There is no doubt that Östgötateatern’s production of *Mrs. Doubtfire* will be loved just as much as the movie. Funny, heartwarming, and touching. A wonderful family musical. As the curtain falls, I have a happy tear in the corner of my eye and a big smile on my face.

new theatre season is here. With a new season, we are also welcoming a new Executive Director to Des Moines Playhouse. After a multi-month search, Des Moines Playhouse announced its new Executive Director, Chelsea Haaland.

“Cheers, Columbus. I don’t have to give an elaborate speech about how we got here. Most of you know how we got here. You are the reason how we got here.' Taylor Meier

They Broke Up is Avalanche's first world premiere presented at their new home as a resident company at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble. The play is the professional full-length debut from playwright Skyler Tarnas, an ensemble member of Avalanche and graduate of Northwestern University's Writing for the Screen and Stage MFA program.

American playwright Christina Anderson and Sri Lankan-Australian playwright S. Shakthidharan were the recipients of this year's Windham-Campbell prize for drama. They were each awarded $175,000.

Hannah Wicklund released her fourth studio album WAR ON WOMEN; CALLING ALL GOOD MEN alongside new single 'EVIL IS A CORPORATION' and announced a UK headline tour for October 2026.

Hennepin Arts announced that the Tony-winning musical MAYBE HAPPY ENDING will play the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, with tickets set to go on sale to the public.

Brooklyn alt-rock trio Gooseberry will release the single "D.B. Cooper" ahead of its sophomore album Simple Sucker, continuing the band's blend of indie rock and blues influences.

Lucasfilm will debut the film STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU on Disney+, alongside a companion podcast and a new LEGO STAR WARS animated special.

The hybrid live-action and animated series stars Emmy winner Megan (Piphus) Baptist alongside a new puppet character named Cupcake, set inside the WOW Workshop.

Canadian-born David D’Lancy Wilson is nearly one year into his run as Mufasa in THE LION KING. Next week, Pride Rock comes roaring into Montreal and Wilson is coming home to Canada. I had the opportunity to chat with Wilson about his life, career, and the experience of wearing the mask of one of musical theatre’s most iconic fathers. For Wilson, however, Mufasa is more than a king, warrior, husband and protector. At his core, he says, “he is just a parent trying to do right and best for their child.” As a father of two young boys himself, that perspective carries particular weight. THE LION KING takes the stage at Salle Wilfred-Pelletier, Places des Arts, 175 Rue Sainte-Catherine O, Montréal, QC H2X 1Y9 from August 19 - September 6, 2026.

Jennifer Ellison will play Ms Heron/Ms Norbury/Mrs George in select cities including Bristol, Liverpool, Edinburgh and Newcastle as MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL tours the UK and Ireland through January 2027.

Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon will reprise their Broadway roles as the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American tour launches in Baltimore on September 13, 2026, with over 30 additional cities to follow.

Broadway in Columbus will welcome the Tony Award winning Best Musical Maybe Happy Ending by Tony Award winners and Grammy Award nominees Will Aronson and Hue Park directed by Tony Award winner Michael Arden for eight shows. Tickets are on sale!

Danny Worsnop released the official music video for his single UNTIL THE END OF TIME, directed by and starring the singer and filmed by his fiancée.

Mickey White is about to realize one of his career dreams – playing the title role in “Dear Evan Hansen,” the 2016 Tony Award winner for Best Musical.

Danny Worsnop released a new single titled UNTIL THE END OF TIME, adding to his solo music output.

When Philly and NYC meet to celebrate the late, great Tony Bennett.

Xnthony's new musical LOURDES! THE MUSICAL will have its world premiere at Civic Theatre, Tallaght, as part of Dublin Theatre Festival, following a young man's journey to Lourdes.

Single tickets for the Tony-winning musical MAYBE HAPPY ENDING are now available for its run at the Citizens Opera House, featuring original Broadway stars Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon.

Regina is probably one of the hardest vocal tracks that I've been dealt. Just making sure: as an actor/performer, my instrument is part of my body, so preparing physically. I've been really, really diligent with both by this, it's so lame, but my workouts, my supplement regimen, my hydration, just making sure that I can give a consistent performance every night and do that while also in stilettos.

The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board will present the milestone edition of the Montco Jazz Fest across Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, curated by Artistic Director JOANNA PASCALE with more than 30 concerts and events.

Danny Worsnop announced a new single, 'Until The End Of Time,' marking his latest solo release from the Asking Alexandria frontman.

Theater Latté Da announced casting for its 2026 NEXT Festival of New Musicals, featuring three new works — BLACK GIRL IN PARIS, HEARTS IS BROKE, and ALICE IN NEVERLAND — each receiving developmental workshops and public presentations at the Ritz Theater in Minneapolis.

Lowry will present a curated programme of theatre, dance, comedy and circus by England-based artists at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, with the British Council sharing the lineup with international performing arts delegates.