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Young People's Theatre announced its 2026-27 season, 'The Hero in Us All,' featuring five productions including Disney and Pixar's FINDING NEMO, a return engagement with Fred Penner, and JORDAN, honoring the legacy behind Jordan's Principle.

Young People's Theatre announced its 2026-27 season, featuring five productions including JORDAN, FINDING NEMO, a Fred Penner concert series, GRAND SOFT DAY, and BATTLES at its Toronto stages.

There’s a strange dichotomy that exists in live theater. I may not like the material, but will still find reason to love its execution. And at Theater West End, they’ve culled together a company of players who help elevate the material of POTUS into a comedy that now exists thanks to their approach to the characters. They form a symbiotic relationship with the audience throughout the two acts to make us still care for them, for their arcs, and for their resolutions – no matter how far-fetched it may seem. This is where the production of POTUS shines.

The star singer (JEKYLL & HYDE) joined forces with Music Director Billy Stritch on Wednesday March 25. Ms. Eder was in supremely capable hands (literally) all night.

Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, BBMAK, Ryan Cabrera and LFO will return to Indian Ranch as part of the highly successful Pop 2000 Tour on Sunday, July 19th, 2026.

WestFest 2025 will present four full weekends of shows, a different presentation each week, to entice the loyal audiences who have returned for WestFest every year. Learn more and see how to attend!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 6, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours

Reviews are now out for Freakier Friday, Disney's highly anticipated sequel to the 2003 fan-favorite film. The movie, which features the return of Disney Legend Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan, will be released this Friday. Find out what critics think of the film!

The Boston Arts Festival is back with more than 50 artists taking over Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park. The annual celebration of all things art first launched in 2003.

School of Rock at Carlisle Theatre is a fun, energetic production. These young actors shine on the stage—bringing energy, emotion, and heart to their characters.

A nostalgic trip based on a 1976 Disney movie

Few honors in entertainment are as coveted—or as rare—as achieving EGOT status. This elite distinction marks a career filled with versatility, longevity, and extraordinary talent across multiple mediums. What does it all mean? We're taking a closer look at the artists who have managed to join one of the industry’s most exclusive clubs.

Having never seen the 2003 musical CAROLINE, OR CHANGE, I had a slight panic attack reading the program while waiting for this past Sunday’s matinee to begin at Playhouse on the Square.

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts has announced the appointment of  Ryan Fleur as president and CEO, effective immediately. Fleur, a visionary leader with over three decades of experience in the performing arts, steps into this role after serving as interim president and CEO since January 2025.

As I'm probably one of only a handful who hasn't read the book or seen the film of The Da Vinci Code, I was looking forward to the play based on Dan Brown's bestselling novel of 2003 described as thriller, mystery and treasure hunt.

Richard Chamberlain, renowned for his roles in 'The Thorn Birds' and 'Shogun,' has died at 90. Chamberlain, celebrated for his versatility in film, theater, and television, passed away on March 29th, 2025, in Waimanalo, HI, following a stroke. His career spanned decades, earning him numerous accolades, including Golden Globes for his performances.

The stage is set, the lights are up, and the energy is electric—it's time for the Tommy Tune Awards, where Houston's most talented high school performers, designers, and directors take center stage!

I am so happy I didn’t miss the mind-blowing, face melting production that was the SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL at the Argenta Contemporary Theatre, which had a few shows pushed off to the last week of February due to the crazy Arkansas weather. On Tuesday, Feb. 25, I took my seat, not entirely sure what to expect, but from the very first power chord, I knew I was in for something special. The energy was electric, the cast was on fire, and the live music—played by the incredibly talented young performers—was nothing short of jaw-dropping. I was impressed! 

Everything OZ continues these days. L Frank Baum would be flabbergasted to think that his 1900 novel 'THE  WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ' would be as popular, if not MORE popular, in 2025. The endless fascination  with the story of young Dorothy being whisked away by a twister from her home in Kansas to the mystical land of Oz has always been a favorite of young and old. The beloved MGM musical starring Judy Garland continues to be a perennial favorite. And in 1975 a little musical called THE WIZ took Broadway by storm, updating the story to present day with an all Black cast. In 2003, the prequel musical WICKED opened and  has been dazzling Broadway audiences ever since, to say nothing of the blockbuster movie version in 2024. The 2025 Academy Awards included 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow,'  2 songs from THE WIZ and 1 from WICKED. The fascination continues....

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts will present the POP 2000 TOUR with Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, and more appearing on Sunday July 13 at 7:00PM. Learn more!

San José Chamber Orchestra (SJCO) will present the World Premiere of DRIZZLE, DOWNPOUR, DESPERATION, AND OTHER STORIES on Sunday March 23, 2025 at 7pm at St Francis Episcopal Church, 1205 Pine Avenue, San José 95125.   Ample street parking. Willow Glen neighborhood. 

Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose and Aisha Jackson will lead New York City Center Encores! Wonderful Town. Learn more about the upcoming performance and see how to purchase tickets.

 The Joyce Theater Foundation will welcome the return of prolific director and choreographer Camille A. Brown with the New York premiere of I AM. Learn more here!

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 2, 2024.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Burtka and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.