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Miscreant Theater Collective will present a new adaptation of Sophie Treadwell's MACHINAL, adapted and directed by Paul Wells, at The People's Building in Aurora this fall.

When the idea of seeing this Ken Ludwig play came to fruition, I was immediately enamored with the idea that it is based on a true story. Chronologically retelling the story of his parents courtship amidst the backdrop of war, specifically World War II, created a strong presence, I knew would resonate with all who witnessed its telling.

Cabaret is one of the most celebrated and influential musicals ever written, blending dazzling entertainment with a chilling political warning. Set in Berlin during the final years of the Weimar Republic, the show follows the lives of performers and patrons at the decadent Kit Kat Club as the rise of Nazism slowly transforms the world around them.

Let's go crazy! BroadwayWorld has just learned that 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN will arrive on Broadway. PURPLE RAIN will premiere next spring at the Majestic Theatre, beginning previews on  Friday, March 12, 2027, and officially opening on Monday, April 12, 2027. We have all of the details here!

Music Theater of Idaho will present Something Rotten! this summer. Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten.  Learn more here.

Disney Music Group has released the track list for MOANA: VOICES ACROSS THE OCEAN, a 15-song album featuring Pacific artists inspired by the film, executive-produced by Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian.

Champions of Magic is entertainment in its purest form for patrons of all ages and will have everyone leaving the theater bursting with youthful energy and amazement. 

New theater group, Porvenir, stages an experimental take on Tennessee Williams’ classic 'Summer and Smoke,' now titled 'El Fuego del Alma.'

Family musicals are often treated as lighter companions to a theatre's flagship productions—pleasant diversions aimed primarily at younger audiences. Every now and then, however, a production comes along that proves a family show can match its larger counterparts in ambition, craftsmanship and sheer theatrical imagination. This summer, the Freilichtspiele Tecklenburg achieve exactly that with Snow White and Me, a visually sumptuous fairy-tale adventure that combines witty storytelling, infectious music and lavish stagecraft into one of the festival's biggest surprises.

THE LIGHTNING THIEF at The Empress Theatre is totally epic and highly entertaining. Featuring a mostly youth cast, this Percy Jackson musical is well suited to audiences of all ages.

What did our critic think of MEGAN MORONEY - CLOUD 9 TOUR at Target Center Minneapolis?

On Saturday, July 25th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal musical at Musicals at Richter, MARY POPPINS! The outdoor ambiance at Musicals at Richter tremendously enhances my enjoyment of these productions, seeing these shows under the stars on clear nights! The moving set is elaborate, with a beautifully painted London skyline in the back, including Big Ben. A waxing gibbous moon arose behind the center of the stage and drifted towards and beyond stage left, throughout the course of the evening. The true stars were on the stage, though, as Musicals at Richter has once again managed to acquire a cast so spectacular that it feels as if Musicals at Richter had hired professional ringers posing as local performers. Director Kate Kovacs combines her talents with music director Vincent Fontenelli, and choreographer Melissa Arizzi to help bring out the best in this professional-level cast! If I was a scout/recruiter for Broadway, I would have made some offers after the show!

Festival of Cinema NYC returns to Regal UA Midway in Forest Hills for its 10th Anniversary edition, featuring over 100 independent films, world premieres, free workshops, and a special appearance by director Todd Strauss-Schulson.

Applause has too much heart and is simply too much fun to be bogged down by its shortcomings, so audiences should take advantage of catching this gem while they can.

What did our critic think of POCKET MONSTERS at The Pocket Community Theatre?

Beast Philanthropy, Stand Up To Cancer, Amgen, and St. Baldrick's Foundation launched a global pediatric cancer fundraising campaign on MrBeast's YouTube channel, with LeBron James joining to support a new SU2C Pediatric Cancer Dream Team.

Read our local critic's review as the Off-Beat Players theater group is back with another musical. This year’s show is Footloose, based on 1984 dynamic film of the same name.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Mike Ausherman portrayed Don as charming though maybe a bit bored with his current career and fame. His leading lady, Lina was portrayed by Chris Ausherman as quite the diva with a strong voice to accompany her big personality. His best friend, Cosmo, was portrayed by David Pillette, with tons of energy and fun.

Hollywood Records is set to release the Moana: Voices Across the Ocean inspired-by album, featuring music connected to the animated film franchise.

FOREIGNER released their live album In the Eye of the Storm via Green Hill/Sun Records/Virgin Records, featuring original members Lou Gramm and Al Greenwood, recorded at Ellis Island and Brooklyn's DUMBO House.

Tallahassee rapper Real Boston Richey released his new EP, S.O.S., a 10-track solo project and his first release since his 2024 sophomore album Richey Rich, which produced his RIAA Platinum-certified hit 'Help Me.'

Ashley Cooke shared two new tracks from her upcoming self-titled sophomore album on Big Loud Records/Back Blocks Music, exploring heartbreak from distinct angles ahead of the LP's release.

Robyn Hitchcock has released his 25th solo album, marking a milestone in the veteran singer-songwriter's decades-long recording career.

Summer Shakespeare, Canada's longest-running outdoor Shakespeare festival, will stage an AFAB drag adaptation of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Western University's Beryl Ivey Garden in London, Ontario.