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Prime Stage Theatre will present its world premiere adaptation of Laurie Halse Anderson's novel SPEAK, running May 1-10, 2026 at New Hazlett Theater in Pittsburgh, with Anderson attending a post-show discussion on May 2.

Musicals and plays based on movies? Many. Based on books? Also plentiful. Based on true stories? Of course. But musicals and plays based on or inspired by magazine articles? These are a rare breed. One recently opened on Broadway at the August Wilson Theatre.

Watch Matthew Morrison dance with his daughter during a performance of JUST IN TIME on Broadway, in a moment where one audience member is selected to dance.

From Saarland to international fame, Andreas Gergen, a critically acclaimed director and Artistic Director, started his career on stage and was part of the original cast of Disney's Hunchback of Notre Dame in Berlin, back when Drew Sarich starred as Quasimodo.

On Thursday, March 26, the Tony and Grammy-winning Broadway musical Buena Vista Social Club held Broadway’s first-ever “dance along” performance, which was hosted by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Check out videos here!

The trip to Mexico City that inspired me.

Laurie Hernandez made her Broadway debut on Tuesday night, joining the cast of & Juliet. Watch a video of the two-time medal-winning Olympic gymnast performing 'CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!' and 'Roar' during her first performance.

Cleveland Ballet continues its 11th season with Handel’s Messiah this weekend at Playhouse Square’s KeyBank State Theatre.

Bernadette Peters joined Jonathan Groff at Just In Time on Broadway for a special moment recently. As she took in a performance of the Bobby Darin musical at Circle in the Square, Groff danced with her. Watch the video!

It’s a hot, beautiful summer in 1905, and Russia’s elite retreat to the countryside to swim, sip champagne and start affairs. When they’re having this much fun, why care about anything else? But Varvara just can’t shake the feeling that their holiday idyll is built on borrowed time. As the party continues, how long can they ignore the storm on the horizon?

Actor, playwright, comedian, and 1812 Productions' Producing Artistic Director Jennifer Childs will return to the stage with a brand-new solo comedy, She Gets Around, as part of The Phoebe & Otto Premiere Series at Plays & Players Theatre.

Social media creator Melissa Becraft is set to join the cast of Cost n' Mayor and Hideaway Circus' off-Broadway production of 11 to Midnight, for a limited engagement beginning March 26.

Whitney Leavitt made a special appearance at The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee this week. Watch a video of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star and Dancing With the Stars alum as a 'guest speller' on her night off from Chicago.

Forte Theatre Company is bringing the global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! to the stage this spring, running April 11–19. Featuring the beloved songs of Swedish pop group ABBA, the production is directed by Randall Dodge.

In a celebration of heritage and our connection to the natural world, Return to the Forest blends dance and puppetry to create an immersive production for families and children aged 8+.

The Youth America Grand Prix, the world's largest ballet scholarship competition, will present its 2026 Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala. This prestigious event, set for March 2026, will feature performances by both established ballet stars and promising newcomers. The gala aims to highlight the continuity and evolution of ballet talent, providing a platform for young dancers to gain exposure and recognition in the ballet community.

BOOP! The Musical is holding a virtual open call for its title role for the upcoming national tour. Director Jerry Mitchell took to social media to share information about the open call, sharing a link to submit.

Amid his Oscar nomination for Marty Supreme, actor Timothée Chalamet is facing backlash after making some controversial comments about the current state and longevity of opera and ballet.

Strange Fruit, directed by Venus Cuffs at Joe's Pub on 2/26, is a multimedia protest performance inspired by Billie Holiday's 1939 anti-lynching anthem. An all-LGBTQIA+ cast of Black artists explores resilience and resistance.

Derek Klena celebrated his first game with the Savannah Bananas with a special performance! Watch a video of the Tony nominee performing 'Shut Up and Dance' for his debut game, a song he originally performed in Moulin Rouge! the Musical on Broadway.

Walnut Street Theatre will conclude its 217th season with 1776 THE MUSICAL, a pivotal event in Philadelphia's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The show, featuring historical figures like John Adams and Benjamin Franklin.

Make this make sense: take a handful of successful Swedish pop songs from the 1970s, hand them to a British creative team to build a stage musical set on a Greek island, give it a commonly used Italian exclamation (“Mamma Mia!”), and watch it become an American phenomenon.

Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more. 

LA POPS UP: Dance on Film is a groundbreaking showcase celebrating the creativity and individuality of Southern California–based choreographers on screen.

Buena Vista Social Club celebrated its first year on Broadway with a special surprise for audiences. After its first anniversary performance, the audience was treated to cafecitos from a Cuban coffee truck outside of the theatre. Watch the video!