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MASQUERADE Will Host NOCTURNE Late Night Performance Set in the World of PHANTOM
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026


The Off-Broadway immersive Phantom of the Opera experience Masquerade will host Nocturne, a specially curated evening set in the gothic world of the Phantom this weekend.

Meet the Artist New Play Readings Will Take Place Wednesdays in May at Vivid Stage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026


Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, will present its annual Meet the Artist new play reading series. All readings will take place at the Summit Community Center, 100 Morris Ave, at 7 pm. 

Michael Sheen and Callum Scott Howells Will Lead AMADEUS in the West End in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026


Michael Sheen and Callum Scott Howells will star as Salieri and Mozart in the first major West End revival of Peter Shaffer's AMADEUS in over a decade, directed by Jeremy Herrin at the Noël Coward Theatre.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE, DRACULA: A COMEDY IN TERRORS, and BAT BOY, Set For Center REP 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026


Center Repertory Company announced its 2026/27 season, DREAMERS & DAREDEVILS, featuring THE GLASS MENAGERIE, DRACULA: A COMEDY IN TERRORS, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE END OF THE WORLD!, and BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL.

THE PAVILION Will Come to 100 Lives Rep in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026


100 Lives Repertory announced its upcoming production of THE PAVILION by Craig Wright, set at a 20-year high school reunion and exploring love, regret, and second chances at Spotlight Theatre in Portland, OR.

ALOK Will Come to the Paramount Theatre in Denver
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026


ALOK, the internationally acclaimed poet, comedian, and actor known for the Netflix special BIOLOGY! and a Sundance docu-short executive produced by Jodie Foster, will perform at Denver's Paramount Theatre.

Guest Blog: 'The Downtrodden Deserve Their Stories To Be Told': Actor Arthur Boan on Playing Chief Bromden in ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST
by Guest Author - Apr 23, 2026


In the late nineties, my childhood self was growing up in the wilderness surrounded by bears and wolves on a remote island in the James Bay, Canada. He would never have expected that in 2026 he would find himself on the stage in London’s West End, playing one of the most iconic characters in contemporary North American literature. 

Review: FREEDOM! with the River City Men's Chorus at St. James UMC In Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 23, 2026


What did our critic think of FREEDOM! at St. James UMC In Little Rock?

New York Philharmonic To Present Free CONCERTS IN THE PARKS
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026


The New York Philharmonic will present free outdoor Concerts in the Parks across all five boroughs, conducted by Elim Chan, featuring Principal Cello Carter Brey in his final NYC solo appearances before retiring after 30 years.

Photos: LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU Opens in New Orleans
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026


LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU will premiere in New Orleans as an immersive musical experience. The production features an original score by Martee LeBow and direction by Tracey Conyer Lee. See photos of the show.

The Dance Centre to Present World Premiere of Corporeal Imago's DRIFT in Vancouver
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026


The Dance Centre will present Drift, a world premiere from Corporeal Imago exploring transformation and ecological change through contemporary circus and dance, at Vancouver's 677 Davie St.

Video: In Rehearsals with the Cast of Eliana Theologides Rodriguez's INDIAN PRINCESSES
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026


Rehearsals are now underway for the Off-Broadway production of Indian Princesses, written by Eliana Theologides Rodriguez and directed by Miranda Cornell. Watch in this video as the whole company chats more about what audiences can expect.

Exclusive Photos: Brittany Bradford, Emma Ramos, and Karina Curet in ALIEN GIRLS at The Old Globe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026


The Old Globe is presenting the world premiere of Alien Girls by Amy Berryman. The heart-filled comedy is directed by Jaki Bradley. Get a first look at Brittany Bradford, Emma Ramos, and Karina Curet on stage!

Video: Rachel Adedeji Sings 'Our Lady of the Underground' in HADESTOWN UK
by Michael Major - Apr 22, 2026


Watch a video of Rachel Adedeji performing 'Our Lady of the Underground' from Hadestown. Joining Adedeji in the production is Bethany Antonia as Eurydice, Marley Fenton as Orpheus, Alastair Parker as Hades, and Clive Rowe as Hermes. 

Seniors Musical Theatre to Present TV TUNES: THE MUSIC THAT MOVED US in Calgary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026


TV Tunes: The Music That Moved Us, , a musical revue featuring songs from classic TV shows, will be staged at the Irish Cultural Society in Calgary. Performances will take place for two nights in May.

GROUPER (Liz Harris) is Coming to The Town Hall in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026


Grouper will play at The Town Hall in fall 2026. Liz Harris is an artist based on the North Oregon coast. She has recorded and performed since 2005 under the names Grouper, Nivhek, Raum, Helen and Mirrorring.

CLUE Will Come to the Buddy Holly Hall in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026


The Broadway touring production of CLUE, based on the 1985 Paramount Pictures film and the classic Hasbro board game, will present four performances at The Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock as part of the 25-26 Broadway series.

The Flip Side Improv Will Come to Madison in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026


Vivid Stage's house improv team, THE FLIP SIDE, will perform at the Madison Community Arts Center in NJ. The 90-minute show features Broadway veterans and NYC improvisers in fully spontaneous comedy scenes.

Photos: MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS in Rehearsal at The Colony Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026


All new rehearsal photos have been released from the world premiere production of Millennials Are Killing Musicals at The Colony Theatre in Burbank, CA. Check out the photos here

Modest Mouse Will Perform Live At The Baycare Sound In Clearwater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026


Modest Mouse will perform a live concert at The BayCare Sound in Clearwater, Florida. The Grammy-nominated band continues to tour following the release of its album The Golden Casket.

DANCE IN FLUX Will Be Presented At The University Of Texas At Arlington
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026


DANCE IN FLUX, a faculty dance concert at the University of Texas at Arlington, will showcase new works by Laurie M. Ndecontee Taylor, Claudia Pacheco Orcasitas, and Ginny Wheeler.

BETWEEN IN BETWEEN World Premere To Be Presented at The Tank
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026


BETWEEN IN BETWEEN, a new play by Amy Helms, will premiere at The Tank in New York City. The production is presented by For The Makers Productions and features a two-actor cast portraying multiple roles.

Video: What Is the State of the Theater Industry? Experts Weigh In
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2026


What is the state of the theater industry in 2026? A panel of New York theater  professionals came together earlier this month with SAG-AFTRA Foundation to talk about just that, in a conversation moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Watch in this video?

Video: Why Don Cheadle Doesn't Want to Know Who's in the Audience for PROOF
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026


Acclaimed actor Don Cheadle is making his Broadway debut in Proof, the new revival of David Auburn's play. Watch the actor discuss the play on The Late Show, where he also looked back on his first stage role as Templeton the Rat in a production of Charlotte's Web.

WAITRESS, THE BODYGUARD and More Set for Broadway in Norfolk 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026


The lineup has been revealed for the 2026-2027 Broadway in Norfolk season at the Harrison Opera House, featuring weeklong engagements of four hit musicals, including a Norfolk debut.

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