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Lowell Folk Festival 2026 Reveals First Wave of Performers
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
The Lowell Folk Festival announced its first set of performers for its 39th edition, including Elida Almeida, Dat Mighty 9, and Super Chikan & the Fighting Cocks across stages in downtown Lowell, MA.
RITA, SUE & BOB TOO! Will Embark on UK Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
Regal Entertainments Ltd announced a new UK tour of RITA, SUE & BOB TOO!, visiting 11 venues across Britain. Directed by Chantelle Joseph, the production is based on Andrea Dunbar's cult 1987 film. Casting is yet to be announced.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST and MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Co-Production at GSC and Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
Guildford Shakespeare Company and Orange Tree Theatre announced the cast for their co-production of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST and MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, directed by Tom Littler, conceived as one continuous story set across two summers.
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.
COME FROM AWAY London-Made Production To Close Grand Theatre Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
The Grand Theatre will present a new London Made production of COME FROM AWAY, directed by Julie Tomaino, on the Spriet Stage in London, Ontario, marking the venue's 2025/26 season finale.
SLANTED FLOORS Returns to Its Greenpoint Apartment for Limited Run
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
SLANTED FLOORS, the site-specific play starring Kyle Beltran and Adam Chanler-Berat, returns to its original Greenpoint apartment for a strictly limited 150-seat engagement, directed by Ryan Dobrin.
Edward Allan Baker's DOLORES to be Presented at Under St. Marks Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026
Dolores, Edward Allan Baker's two-hander about working-class sisters confronting abuse and shared trauma, will be presented at Under St. Marks in New York City, starring Sinead Hogan and Coralie Bradnam.
Daryl D. Brooks Named Artistic Director Of Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026
Black Ensemble Theater has promoted Daryl D. Brooks to Artistic Director, and revealed and the opening of a new 150-seat Studio Theater, rehearsal room and dressing room as the second phase of the Free to BE Village.
Josh Radnor and Noah Galvin Will Make London Stage Debuts in HIT MACHINE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Josh Radnor and Noah Galvin will make their London stage debuts in the world premiere of HIT MACHINE, a darkly comic sibling drama with original music by Ben Harper, at Soho Theatre.
Samantha Barks Will Return to LES MISÉRABLES in London For 8 Performances Only
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Samantha Barks will return to the West End production of LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre, playing Fantine for 8 performances only before joining the LES MISÉRABLES Arena Concert Spectacular World Tour.
WE AIN'T EVER GONNA BREAK UP: THE HYMON AND PARFUNKEL MUSICAL Will Come to Village Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Village Theatre will present WE AIN'T EVER GONNA BREAK UP: THE HYMON AND PARFUNKEL MUSICAL, a new buddy comedy about a fictional folk duo, closing its 2025-2026 season in Issaquah and Everett.
THE FEAST Reveals 2026 Seattle Season Including THE WEALTH WALK Remount
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Seattle's The Feast announced its 2026 season, including a remount of THE WEALTH WALK, a second iteration of ARTISTS DOING, and a workshop of William Saroyan's THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE, alongside a living-wage advocacy campaign.
DEAD OUTLAW and More Set For Theater Wit 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Theater Wit announced its 2026-27 season, featuring Chicago premieres of ADOLESCENT SALVATION, DEAD OUTLAW, and WE HAD A WORLD, plus the return of WHO'S HOLIDAY! in its sixth consecutive holiday run.
EUPHONIA Will Play One-Night Engagement At Soho Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026
EUPHONIA, a one-woman comedy by Kendall Davis, will be presented at SoHo Playhouse in New York City. The character-driven show follows a vaudeville performer on her final night on stage.
Photos/Video: BROADWAY DREAM ROLES Brings Out Lillias White, Jordan Fisher, Ali Stroker and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026
Broadway Dream Roles lit up the Al Hirschfeld Theatre with performances by Jordan Fisher, Santino Fontana, Ali Stroker, and Lillias White. Check out photos and video of the event.
DISCO PIGS, POOL (NO WATER) and More Set For The Everyman 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Everyman announced its 2026 HERE TOGETHER season, featuring Evanna Lynch in POOL (NO WATER), Enda Walsh directing DISCO PIGS' 30th anniversary production, and Tommy Tiernan's musical theatre debut in THE HOUSE MUST WIN.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, DEAD OUTLAW, and More Set For Porchlight Music Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Porchlight Music Theatre announced its 32nd season, including LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, the Chicago premiere of DEAD OUTLAW, and the world premiere of SHAKE IT AWAY: THE ANN MILLER STORY at the Biograph Theater.
CICADAS Will Have Toronto Premiere At Tarragon Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2026
Tarragon Theatre will stage the world premiere of CICADAS, a co-production with NAC English Theatre and fu-GEN, written by David Yee and composed by Chris Thornborrow, directed by Nina Lee Aquino.
Photos: Inside THE UK PANTOMIME AWARDS 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2026
On Sunday 19 April, the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2026, staged in partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment (ATGE), were announced by the UK Pantomime Association at a star-studded ceremony at Wycombe Swan in High Wycombe, presented by Vernon Kay. Check out photos of th event.
Tiffany Mann to Headline Dallas Theater Center's CENTERSTAGE Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
Dallas Theater Center's Centerstage gala will feature Tiffany Mann as headliner, replacing Michael Urie, with guest artists Bri Woods and Akron Watson joining the fundraiser at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre.
Florida Studio Theatre to Present 2026 Summer Season With Musicals, Cabarets and Improv
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
Florida Studio Theatre has revealed its 2026 Summer Season in Sarasota, featuring three Mainstage productions, a Cabaret Series, and FST Improv performances. Subscriptions start at $59.
BD Wong-Led THE GLASS MENAGERIE and More Set For Philadelphia Theatre Company 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Philadelphia Theatre Company announced its 52nd season, featuring two Philadelphia premieres, Tony Award-winning PURPOSE, and a reimagined GLASS MENAGERIE starring BD Wong.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Kimberly Belflower's JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, directed by Tony Award-winner Danya Taymor, will transfer to Wyndham's Theatre following a sold-out run at the Royal Court Theatre. The production was nominated for seven Tony Awards, including Best Play.
EAST IS EAST, OTHELLO, More Set For Citizens Theatre's Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Glasgow's Citizens Theatre announced its autumn season, marking one year since its reopening, with productions including EAST IS EAST, OTHELLO, TRISTAN AND YSEULT, and CINDERELLA.
Star Wars Origin Play THE MAKING Will Come to the Steep Theatre on May the 4th
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Steep Theatre will present a one-night-only staged reading of THE MAKING, a new play by Dan Aibel reimagining the creation of Star Wars, at the Edge Theater in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
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