ROCK NEVER DIES to Open at Hard Rock Cafe Times Square with Immersive Dinner Show
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
American Immersion Theater and Hard Rock Cafe will present ROCK NEVER DIES, an immersive sing-along dinner show featuring rock hits from the 70s through 90s, at the Times Square Hard Rock Cafe.
BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop Now Accepting Applications
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
The BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop is accepting applications for its Songwriting and Bookwriting programs, held weekly at BMI's lower Manhattan office. Alumni include Tony and Academy Award winners.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Come to Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island will present FIDDLER ON THE ROOF as part of its 49th season, featuring Jacob Medich as Tevye and Sarah Hayes as Golde, directed by Georgette Kleier.
Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM From Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announces
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company announced the cast and creative team for its 30th anniversary production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, directed by Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler at the Parkman Bandstand on Boston Common.
New Play HIRAETH by E. Kyle Minor To Have Concert Reading At Curtain Call
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Curtain Call in Stamford will present a free concert reading of HIRAETH, a new play by E. Kyle Minor exploring nostalgia, mental illness, and loss, directed by John Atkin with a local cast.
NO HARD FELIX Brings One-Man Comedy on Toxic Masculinity to Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Egg Smash Productions will present NO HARD FELIX at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, following an off-West End run. Writer and performer Mark Ryder stars in the one-man clown comedy about masculinity and erectile dysfunction.
THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF CAMPING To Premiere At Theatre Royal Windsor Starring Charlie Brooks And Max Brown
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Charlie Brooks and Max Brown will lead the cast of THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF CAMPING, a new play by Liesl Wilke directed by Bronagh Lagan, at Windsor Theatre Royal.
Elizabeth Strout To Discuss New Novel THE THINGS WE NEVER SAY At The Music Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Elizabeth Strout will appear at The Music Hall in Portsmouth as part of the Writers on a New England Stage series. The bestselling author will discuss her new novel THE THINGS WE NEVER SAY in a moderated conversation.
Highmark Mann Center Will Present 50th Anniversary Season With 50+ Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Philadelphia's Highmark Mann Center announced its 50th anniversary season, featuring more than 50 performances, world premieres, and a $70 million campus transformation coinciding with America250 celebrations.
ARIADNE AUF NAXOS To Be Presented By Merola Opera Program
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
San Francisco's Merola Opera Program will present Richard Strauss's serio-comic ARIADNE AUF NAXOS, conducted by Ann-Katrin Stöcker and directed by Omer Ben Seadia, at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
FRAGGLE ROCK: BACK TO THE ROCK LIVE Will Make NYC Debut at New Victory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
The New Victory Theater will present FRAGGLE ROCK: BACK TO THE ROCK LIVE, the first-ever live musical Fraggle Rock touring show, written, directed, and choreographed by John Tartaglia. Tickets start at $30.
ANASTASIA Casting Set At La Mirada Theatre; Dillon Klena To Play Role Originated By Brother Derek Klena
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Dillon Klena, whose brother Derek originated the role on Broadway, will play Dmitry in La Mirada Theatre and McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of ANASTASIA, alongside Lena Ceja and Suzanna Guzmán.
Photos: Whitney Leavitt Throws First Pitch at Citi Field to Mark Record-Breaking CHICAGO Run
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
As she finishes up her final days as Roxy Hart in Chicago on Broadway, actress Whitney Leavitt traded center stage for the pitcher’s mound last night throwing out the ceremonial first pitch for the New York Mets. Check out photos from the game!
& JULIET To Host 'It's Gonna Be May' Events Including Lottery, Sing-Along Performance, And Fan Nights
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
& JULIET on Broadway has announced a series of special events, including a $20 lottery, fan nights, and a sing-along performance hosted by *NSYNC's Joey Fatone at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK To Be Presented By Avalon Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
Avalon Productions will present THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK at The Avalon Theatre in Marysville, Ohio, featuring a cast of nine regional actors led by Lucy Wilson in Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett's stage adaptation.
MA250 FESTIVAL: PEOPLE, POETRY, PERSPECTIVE Begins In June At The Adams Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
The Adams Theater will present the MA250 FESTIVAL: PEOPLE, POETRY, PERSPECTIVE, a state-validated celebration of Massachusetts' 250th anniversary featuring Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff, MA Poet Laureate Regie Gibson, and the Guy Mendilow Ensemble.
PICASSO: LE MONSTRE SACRÉ Will Make New York Premiere From London's Playground Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
London's Playground Theatre will present the New York premiere of PICASSO: LE MONSTRE SACRÉ at La MaMa, starring Peter Tate and directed by Olivier Award winner Guy Masterson.
Cast Set For SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD From Crossroads Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Crossroads Theatre Company will present SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD, directed by Ricardo Khan alongside Tony winner John Kani. Atandwa Kani and Kelcey Watson star in the apartheid-era classic at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center.
Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, and More Will Lead AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T. Lane, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, and Daniel Yearwood.
Steinway Society - The Bay Area Unveils 32nd Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Steinway Society - The Bay Area announced its upcoming 32nd concert season, featuring six internationally acclaimed pianists performing live at the Visual and Performing Arts Center in Cupertino, CA, with a home viewing option also available.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, WHAT BECAME OF US, And More Set for Human Race Theatre Company 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
The Human Race Theatre Company has announced its 2026–2027 Loft Season. The lineup includes SALEM: BLOOD TO DRINK, REINDEER SESSIONS, and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM. The season will run in Dayton with subscriptions now available.
MY ÁNTONIA World Premiere Cast Unveiled
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Theater Latté Da has announced casting and ticket on-sale for the world premiere of MY ÁNTONIA. The new musical is based on Willa Cather’s novel and will run in Minneapolis. Performances begin in June.
ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN Featuring Gary Mullen & The Works Comes to Moss Cultural Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Gary Mullen & The Works will bring ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN to the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center in Miami, performing Queen hits including 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'We Will Rock You.' Mullen won the UK talent show Stars in Their Eyes for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury.
EUGENE ONEGIN Chicago Premiere To Close Joffrey Ballet Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet will present the Chicago premiere of EUGENE ONEGIN at the Lyric Opera House, marking a significant addition to the company's upcoming season.
ASCAP Foundation 2026 Musical Theatre Workshop Returns to The Wallis
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
The ASCAP Foundation announced its annual Musical Theatre Workshop at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, featuring live readings and feedback panels for three new musicals by emerging writers.
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