Cape Ann Symphony Will Perform Classical Favorites with Guest Artist Grisha Goryachev
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026
Cape Ann Symphony will continue Season 74 at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 PM with MOZART, MENDELSSOHN, AND RODRIGO featuring guest artist world renowned classical and flamenco guitarist Grisha Goryachev.
A RAISIN IN THE SUN to be Presented at Middletown Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The Middletown Arts Center, in conjunction with Dunbar Repertory Company, will present the ground-breaking, American classic, A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Darrell Lawrence Willis, Sr.
Wigmore Hall and Iestyn Davies to Celebrate John Dowland's 400th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
Wigmore Hall will present a special weekend commemorating the 400th anniversary of John Dowland's death, featuring countertenor Iestyn Davies. The event includes six concerts exploring Dowland's influential music.
Kravis Center Celebrates 20 YEARS OF THE AFRICAN AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present the 20th Annual African American Film Festival (AAFF) from February 19–22, marking two decades of programming dedicated to Black cinema.
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch to Stage Joe Orton's LOOT This February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2026
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch will present a revival of Joe Orton's LOOT, a dark farce critiquing social norms and institutions, set to open in February. The play features a chaotic blend of sharp dialogue and physical comedy, following two young thieves in a comically grim scenario involving a stolen loot and a funeral.
OPERA America Awards $220,000 in Grants to Eight Companies to Develop New American Operas
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026
OPERA America has awarded $220,000 in grants to eight opera companies for the development of new American operas, aiming to enrich the national opera repertoire.
Review: CONSCIENCE at Westport Community Theatre
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Nov 30, 2025
What did our critic think of CONSCIENCE at Westport Community Theatre?
Photos: SHE LOVES ME is Now Playing at Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse will continue its summer season with a new revival of the beloved musical romance “She Loves Me,” directed and choreographed by two-time Tony-nominee Denis Jones. Check out all new photos here!
Photos: WINE IN THE WILDERNESS at Theatricum Botanicum
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
Performances of Wine in the Wilderness join the outdoor summer repertory “Season of Resilience” at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum beginning August 9 and continuing through October 12. Check out photos here!
Review: MARY POPPINS THE MUSICAL at Impact Arts Summer Stock Austin
by Joni Lorraine - Jul 30, 2025
MARY POPPINS THE MUSICAL has its roots in the classic children's books by P.L. Travers, first published in 1934. The magical nanny who brings order and wonder to the Banks household became a cultural icon after Disney’s 1964 film adaptation, which blended Travers’ stories with unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers.
Photos: DOUBT, A PARABLE at Actor's Express
by Emmy Rice - May 24, 2025
Production photos have been released for Actor's Express' production of Doubt, A Parable, directed by Freddie Ashley. See the photos here!
Interview: Paul Slade Smith of THEATRE PEOPLE at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Mar 19, 2025
A Season of Laughter continues at the Westport Country Playhouse with Theatre People, a new adaptation of Ferenc Molnar’s 1924 three-act farce, Play at the Castle (Játék a kastélyban).
Interview: Cheryl Stern of FUNNY GIRL at Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - Feb 27, 2025
Cheryl Stern is a powerhouse performer and storyteller with an incredible career spanning Broadway, national tours, TV, and beyond. Next week, she'll be in town with the National Tour of FUNNY GIRL, playing Mrs. Strakosh and stepping into the role of Fanny Brice at select performances.
Review: MARY POPPINS at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Charlie Thomas - Dec 6, 2024
What holiday season can be claimed as complete without a Disney musical, right? While one can tick that box with the opening of “Moana 2” at the local movie house, there is nothing like a live performance to energize those merry-making juices. Palm Canyon Theatre provides that much needed “spoon full of sugar” into their magically musical punch bowl of fun, “Mary Poppins”.
Review: JERSEY BOYS at Desert Theatreworks
by Charlie Thomas - Nov 12, 2024
While many jukebox musicals rely heavily on the audience's pre-existing love for the music, 'Jersey Boys' stands out as an exception. This Tony-winning musical, currently gracing the stage at Desert Theatreworks, transcends its soundtrack.
Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Moorestown Theater Company
by Donna Marie Nowak - Jul 27, 2024
What did our critic think of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Moore?
Interview: CHOREOGRAPHERS ELLENORE SCOTT & AYODELE CASEL GIVE FUNNY GIRL'S SAGA FLAIR, FUN & FINESSE
by Valerie-Jean Miller - May 28, 2024
VJM: Thank you both for giving of your time to answer my questions. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of two Choreographers being hired for the same Broadway show, not even a revival, that I can think of. How did that come about for both of you? Ellenore Scott: Funny Girl was my Broadway debut as a choreographer. I was so happy when I got a call from Michael Mayer (the director) asking me to work on this revival with him. He knew I was NOT a tap dancer and was aware of the multiple tap routines in the show and asked if I would be down to share the billing with Ayodele Casel. Ayo is an extraordinary artist so I was thrilled to be by her side as she made her Broadway debut as well. Michael first met me initially at Head Over Heels on Broadway where I was an associate choreographer to Spencer Liff. In 2019, he asked if I would choreograph the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors and we opened the show October 17th, 2019. I have loved working with Michael and feel as though he keeps his people close and I’m grateful he thought of me for this historic revival. Ayodele Casel: I met Michael Mayer in 2016 when he directed a New York City Center Encores! show I performed in. Later that fall he invited me to perform that piece in a Broadway for Hillary fundraiser he was also directing. We'd kept in touch over the years and in 2019, after seeing a show I’d premiered at The Joyce Theater, he asked if I would be interested in providing the Tap choreography for a revival he was working on. Like Ellenore shared, Michael wanted to work with us both to deliver the full choreographic vision of the show. I believe it was a very progressive vision on his part and I’m really thankful that I was able to make my Broadway debut with this team.
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