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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 13, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

After inheriting his family's failing shoe factory and with a relationship on the rocks, life is proving to be very challenging for Charlie Price. That is until he meets Lola, a drag queen whose sparkle and unsteady heels might just hold the answer to saving the struggling business.

TheatreDNA has acquired Victor Gotesman Performing Arts Planning, one of the nation's top research and consulting firms for feasibility studies and business planning in the cultural arts market.

Calling All Crows, a nonprofit organization that forges feminist movements through the music industry via partnerships with venues, artists, and fans, recently announced Ben Whitehair as its new Executive Director. Whitehair replaces outgoing Executive Director Heatherjean MacNeil following a historic year of impact for the organization.

Ars Nova will honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan at Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual benefit-turned-party of the season. As recently announced, following over two decades of leadership, Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025.

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/6/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

International Arts Relations announced that Artistic Director Lou Moreno has decided to step down from the position at the end of June 2025 after 15 years.

DarlingtonOS has announced the full casting information for their next musical, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, coming to Darlington Hippodrome in April.

The season of love is here.  And whatever you do to celebrate, be sure to have a meal that delights.  Whether you choose to dine with a special person, a group of besties, or just go solo, here’s choices that are sure to please. 

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.

Overall, the show is an expertly-crafted piece of unapologetically silly live comedic theatre that demonstrates the power of precision in the guise of 'random' chaos. By blending slapstick humor, meta-theatrical elements, and sheer physical comedy-laced energy, this theatrical enterpris creates an unforgettable theatrical experience that will have you laughing non-stop. While its primary goal is to be an entertaining, crowd-pleasing spectacle, it also spotlights the resilience of theatre performers and the thrilling unpredictability of live theatre—proving that, sometimes, abject failure can be the greatest source of laughter.

Acclaimed composer Drew Gasparini is offering aspiring performers the opportunity to make their West End debut in his new musical WE AREN'T KIDS ANYMORE.

Mayo Performing Arts Center has revealed their March lineup of performances including singer-songwriter Matt Nathanson and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

The role of President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the upcoming Broadway musical Annie will be played by Greg Page, the original Yellow Wiggle in the globally beloved children’s entertainment group, The Wiggles.

Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre has announced the lineup of hit Broadway shows that will be taking the stage in the new 2025/2026 Hippodrome Broadway Series.

I love Motown music, so when I heard Celebrity Attractions was bringing AIN'T TOO PROUD to Robinson from Friday through Sunday, Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, I was beyond excited. I was even more thrilled to learn I’d get the chance to speak with the talented and beautiful Jasmine Barboa, who portrays the iconic Diana Ross and other influential women connected to The Temptations. 

Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed its inaugural season of the Associated Bank Theater Center, its new home for entertaining, provoking, and engaging theater. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Soulpepper Theatre Company announced that after almost seven years of visionary leadership, Weyni Mengesha will step down from her role as Artistic Director on August 31, 2025.

Quadrophenia defined a generation and in 1979 inspired the cult classic feature film of the same name. Now it's back – this time as an explosive dance production - Quadrophenia, a Mod Ballet.

Joshua Morrisey electrifies the stage as the irresistibly vibrant Damian Hubbard in the touring production of Mean Girls. His journey from belting out tunes in a high school gospel choir to landing a role in Footloose is a testament to his unyielding passion for performance.

The cast and creative team of Noises Off, written by Tony Award winner Michael Frayn, at Gulfshore Playhouse has been revealed. See who is starring and learn more about the production.

Deborah F. Rutter will leave her role as president of the Kennedy Center at the end of the year after a decade of leadership marked by expansion, innovation, and pandemic recovery.

Join the Boston Pops for the 2025 season from May 8–June 7, celebrating Keith Lockhart's 30th anniversary as conductor. Highlights include 10 eclectic programs featuring Broadway, rock, and film scores. Special guests include Cynthia Erivo, making her Pops debut. Tickets available starting February 4.

The Public Theater and Ma-Yi Theater Company will soon present the New York premiere of SUMO, a thrilling new play written by Lisa Sanaye Dring and directed by Obie Award winner Ralph B. Peña. Check out photos from rehearsals here!

Hartford Stage has shared that Jacques Cartier, the well-respected theater director, educator and founder of Hartford Stage Company, passed away in December 2024 at age 94.