November 2008

Adam Gwon’s Ordinary Days makes its São Paulo debut on November 9 at Teatro Ruth Escobar. Directed by Glaucia da Fonseca, the Off-Broadway musical follows four New Yorkers whose unexpected encounters reveal the extraordinary possibilities of everyday life.

Actors from Broadway, film and television will perform staged readings of unpublished new scenes and short plays by writers including Craig Lucas, Neil LaBute and Daniel Handler at The Barrymore Film Center in Fort Lee, New Jersey. The evening is the latest installment of a quarterly series from Black Box Studios.

Kings of Leon released their 10th studio album, O MY BELOVED, via Love Tap Records, and announced a North American tour promoted by Live Nation starting May 8 in Bristow, VA, with stops across 30 U.S. and Canadian cities. Special guests Band of Horses and Dexter and The Moonrocks will join the band on the road. General onsale begins November 13.

The Bushnell in Hartford will host JERSEY BOYS from March 9 to 14, 2027, as part of the musical's 20th anniversary North American tour. Single tickets go on sale Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 10 a.m. The tour launched in September 2026 and follows the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

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Allen Barton’s THE DIFFICULTY ADJUSTMENT concerns two financial crises, and how two men across twenty years respond to them. One is Sterling, an economics professor during 2008’s global financial crisis who is possibly also Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of the Bitcoin protocol. Another is Ethan, the owner of a Los Angeles theatre during the time of Covid lockdowns, financial repression and “de-banking.” While Sterling and Ethan never meet, their stories are connected, as Ethan and his wife come to terms with the price for speaking your mind in post-Covid America. For information and tickets: www.bhplayhouse.com or call or text 310-620-1134.

Comedian and actor Lenny Clarke will perform at The Park Theatre in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, on Saturday, November 14, at 7:30 p.m. Reserved-seat tickets are $35. Clarke, known for playing Uncle Teddy in Rescue Me, is making his third appearance at the venue.

The New York Pops has appointed Ellen dePasquale as its new concertmaster for the upcoming season under Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke. The orchestra also added bassoonist Jeffrey Marchand.

A new theatre initiative helping playwrights from underprivileged backgrounds overcome the cost of spending essential time in London has attracted support from Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Jack Thorne.

Disney Theatrical Group senior publicist Dennis Crowley has stepped down from his role after 18 years. Learn more about Crowley's career and his credits here.

Derren Litten will host BENIDORM THE REUNION at Bradford Live, marking 20 years since the ITV comedy premiered. The event will feature live songs, cast stories and a quiz with prizes including original costumes from the series.

President Donald J. Trump and the John F. Kennedy Center Board of Trustees revealed five lifetime achievement honorees for the 49th Kennedy Center Honors, including David Foster, David Mamet and more.

Mirvish Productions will dim the marquee lights of the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto to honour British actor Patrick Stewart, who died October 28 at age 85. Stewart appeared in HEDDA GABLER at the venue in 1975 and produced MACBETH on Broadway in 2008.

What did our critic think of DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE at Merrimack Repertory Theatre?

Just breathe! In the Heights is now running at New York City Center, now through November 15. Directed by David Mendizábal with Music Direction by Alejandro Senior and choreography by Mayte Natalio, this gala concert production underscores the show's lasting cultural resonance and introduces its story and score to a new generation of audiences. Check out what the critics are saying about the production...

Richard Jay-Alexander catches up with Nicolas King, the former Broadway child actor turned acclaimed jazz and cabaret singer, ahead of his new album NO BAD CHORDS: A TRIBUTE TO MIKE RENZI and its November 3 release concert at 54 Below.

The Historic Malco Theatre in Hot Springs, Arkansas, is entering an exciting new chapter. Following the retirement of longtime illusionist Maxwell Blade, the landmark venue is expanding its offerings beyond magic to include circus performances, live music, dance, and other theatrical experiences.

Watch a first look at new video footage of In the Heights at New York City Center! The musical stars Natalie Venetia Belcon (Claudia), Jaci Calderon (Nina), Ashley De La Rosa (Vanessa), and more.

Los Angeles Times columnist Gustavo Arellano, a two-time Pulitzer finalist, receives the award for a career of incisive reporting on Latino identity, immigration and politics.

The Olivier Award-winning improv musical extends its London run at the Cambridge Theatre through July 2027 and announces new UK tour dates for 2027, including performances at venues in Southampton, Manchester, Oxford, Bristol, and Coventry.

Just breathe! In the Heights is now running at New York City Center, now through November 15. Leading the cast are Tony Award winner Natalie Venetia Belcon (Claudia), Jaci Calderon (Nina), Ashley De La Rosa (Vanessa), Linedy Genao (Daniela), Ishmael Gonzalez (Sonny), Ivan Hernandez (Kevin), Cedric Leiba Jr (Piragüero), Matte Martinez (Usnavi), Aaron James McKenzie (Benny), Ilia Isorelýs Paulino (Carla), and Veronica Vazquez-Jackson (Camila).  

Mamma Mia has been and always will be the most fun you can have at the theatre. From the vivacious characters to the iconic costumes to the anthems that leave you dancing in the aisles – Mamma Mia is an event in itself. And its 25th Anniversary turn in DC is no different. 

People's Light will present a new staging of CINDERELLA: A MUSICAL PANTO, set in a 1920s-inspired world of bootleggers and flappers. The production marks the theater's 18th holiday panto and features original music.

MAMMA MIA! has opened in Wolverhampton, now playing at the Grand Theatre. Check out photos of Donna and the Dynamos outside the theatre to celebrate the occasion.

In the Heights is gearing up to open at New York City Center. BroadwayWorld was on hand for rehearsal for the production, and you can check out the photos here!