Red Bull Theater Will Honor John Lithgow With Matador Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Red Bull Theater has announced that John Lithgow will be honored with the Matador Award for Achievement in Classical Theater and Joanna Cole will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater.
Dada Masilo’s HAMLET Comes To Sadler’s Wells This May
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
This May, The Dance Factory will present Dada Masilo's Hamlet at Sadler's Wells Theatre, marking the UK premiere of the choreographer's final work. Learn more here!
The Gift Theatre Reveals 25th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
The Gift Theatre has announced its lineup for the 25th anniversary season, featuring a series of compelling productions set to captivate audiences. Learn more about the season here!
ARTx3 Campus to Host Diverse March Events Including THE LION KING JR.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
ARTx3 Campus in Pine Bluff has announced a packed March schedule with events like a concert by Cyletha Marcelette, a women's self-defense workshop, and performances of THE LION KING JR.
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Comes to Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival will present MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING featuring French Stewart, known for 'Third Rock from the Sun' and 'Mom', alongside ASF favorites. The production is set to captivate audiences with its classic wit and charm.
PRIMARY TRUST Comes to Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
Pittsburgh Public Theater will conclude its 2026 mainstage season with PRIMARY TRUST, a deeply moving and unexpectedly humorous play that explores friendship, resilience, and the courage it takes to step into the unknown.
Toby Stephens Will Lead EQUUS Revival at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Toby Stephens will play Dr. Martin Dysart in Lindsay Posner's major revival of Peter Shaffer's Equus, in its co-production with Theatre Royal Bath.
2026 Nominees for the Empty Space…Peter Brook Award Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
The Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards has announced the nominees for the prestigious Empty Space…Peter Brook Award 2026. Learn more about the nominees 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.
Strawdog Theatre Company to Stage 12 OPHELIAS in Chicago This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Strawdog Theatre Company has announced the cast for the final production of its 38th season, 12 Ophelias, written by Caridad Svich and directed by Strawdog co-artistic director, Kamille Dawkins*.
Photos: FAT HAM Regional Premiere at Nashville Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Nashville Repertory Theatre, in co-production with The Nashville Shakespeare Festival, is presenting the regional premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play FAT HAM.. Check out photos of the production.
THE BARDY BUNCH: West Coast Premiere Merges Shakespeare with '70s Sitcoms
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
THE BARDY BUNCH: THE WAR OF THE FAMILIES PARTRIDGE AND BRADY will make its West Coast debut at 3Below Theaters in San José, CA, opening on March 28, 2026.
Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project to Present SHORT SHAKESPEARE
by Gillian Blum - Feb 15, 2026
Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project announced a night of three short plays inspired by Shakespeare, featuring new works I LOVED YOU EVER and PUCK, IN EPILOGUE, as well as a new adaptation of a classic: MACBETH, BUT HE'S JUST A SWORD.
Folger Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For William Shakespeare’s AS YOU LIKE IT
by Gillian Blum - Feb 14, 2026
Folger Theatre announced the cast and creative team of William Shakespeare's As You Like It, on stage at the Folger's Elizabethan-style Theatre on Capitol Hill from March 10 through April 12, 2026.
Shakespeare & Company Unveils Its Full Season 2026 Line-up
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Shakespeare & Company has unveiled its full line-up for Season 2026, unveiling a slate of new titles, returning acts, free and low-cost community events, and more.
INTO THE WOODS, EVITA, and More Nominated For 2026 Critics' Circle Theatre Awards; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026
The Critics' Circle has announced the nominations for the 2026 Theatre Awards, highlighting outstanding theatrical achievements.
Conejo Players Reveals 2026 Readers Theatre Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026
The Conejo Players Readers Theatre program has announced its 2026 season, featuring five bold and compelling plays that span comedy, drama, and dark humor. Learn more here!
IT’S NOT FAIRE to Premiere at The Modern Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
IT’S NOT FAIRE, a new musical comedy by Katie Nieto and Jett Mills, will premiere at The Modern Theater at Suffolk University in Boston. The Renaissance Faire-set show runs March 6–7, 2026. Tickets are now available.
DanceHouse Will Host BC Premiere of HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
DanceHouse will present the BC premiere of Ex Machina & Côté Danse's reimagined Hamlet, PRINCE OF DENMARK, offering a fresh take on the classic Shakespearean tragedy.
Tickets On Sale For World Premiere Of NATURAL SELECTION At Zephyr Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for the world premiere of Natural Selection, a new play by Stacy Adelman, directed by Shayne Eastin. The production explores identity, competition, and selfhood through an ensemble of women and non-binary performers.
Irondale to Stage HAMLET/THE FURIES This Spring in Brooklyn
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2026
Irondale has announced Hamlet/The Furies, a two-act evening running April 10 through May 16, with performances Wednesday through Saturday. Directed by Irondale Artistic Director Jim Niesen.
THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET To Return to Toronto in 2026 with Robert Lepage and Guillaume Côté
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
Ex Machina, Côté Danse, Dvoretsky Productions and presenting partner Show One Productions will present the Toronto return of The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark.
FAT HAM to be Presented at Nashville Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026
Nashville Repertory Theatre, in co-production with The Nashville Shakespeare Festival, will present the Regional premiere of FAT HAM, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames.
Bristol Old Vic Announces Plans for 260th Anniversary Year
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026
Bristol Old Vic's executive partnership of Artistic Director NANCY MEDINA and newly appointed Executive Director Rebecca Dawson has outlined the ways Bristol Old Vic is delivering on the organisation's commitment to support theatre-makers of the future, and champion stories from the South West in a string of announcements that coincide with the Theatre's 260th anniversary year.
The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The 57th Jeff Awards ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in Chicago's Equity theater scene, celebrating over 40 artists from the 2024-25 season.
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