The Prom - 2016 - Regional (US) Articles Page 2

This Pride Month, the Segal Centre for Performing Arts will present the world premiere of Max and Aaron Write a Musical, written and directed by Montreal theatre-maker Trevor Barrette. Learn more!

Bob Martin and Rick Elice, book writers for the new musical adaptation of NBC's Smash, have given an update on the long-awaited musical of The Princess Bride.

Get a first look at Theater Latté Da's hit production of FUN HOME, with music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel, which has been extended due to high demand and will now play through May 11, 2025  at the Ritz Theater, 345 13th Avenue NE in Minneapolis. 

Broadway In Chicago has announced the 24 student nominees for Best Performer in an Actor and Actress role, nominees for Best Ensemble, Best Direction, and Best Production, and this year's show sponsor for the 14th Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards.

Theater Latté Da has announced that its hit production of FUN HOME, with music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel, has been extended due to high demand and will now play through May 11, 2025  at the Ritz Theater, 345 13th Avenue NE in Minneapolis. 

This time, the reader question was: There are only three states in America without known Broadway musicals set within their borders. Can you guess which three? WE're breaking it down state by state.

Theater Latté Da has announced that performances are underway for the highly anticipated Twin Cities premiere of FUN HOME, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical based on the graphic memoir by former Minnesota resident Alison Bechdel, with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by Lisa Kron. See photos from the show.

Grab your bunny slippers and pop some popcorn. SLEEPOVA is a coming-of-age story about the strong ties of female friendship amid the stresses and trials encountered on the road to adulthood. Like the teens themselves, the production at Olney Theatre Center is earnest, frank, funny … and a bit clunky and awkward.

Tennessee Shakespeare Company (TSC) will bring G. Bernard Shaw’s masterwork of spiritual, political, and human inquiry, Saint Joan, to the Tabor Stage April 4-19.

The musical Smash, inspired by the hit NBC television series, will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and officially open Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Meet the cast here!

With the exciting news that The Greatest Showman is premiering in 2026, we are taking a look back at the blockbuster film that inspired the forthcoming stage production.

Theater Latté Da has revealed the complete cast for the Twin Cities premiere of FUN HOME, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical based on the graphic memoir by former Minnesota resident Alison Bechdel. Learn more!

Northern Stage's 2024/25 Season continues with the hit Broadway musical Waitress, running from March 12, 2025, through April 13, 2025, in the Byrne Theater at the Barrette Center for the Arts.

Theater Latté Da has announced that single tickets are now on sale for the highly anticipated Twin Cities premiere of FUN HOME, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical.

Theater Resources Unlimited is bringing back the TRU Voices New Musical Reading Series with a presentation of América Tropical produced by Prince fellowship recipient Jamila Ponton Bragg. Learn more about the cast here!

Producers Eric Krebs and Judith Manocherian have announced industry presentations of “London Swings,” a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Michael Roberts (Golf: The Musical, Goldstein) and co-book writer Shannon Hunt, directed by Christopher Scott.

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!

“Stars in the House” will return for its second Election Day Vote-A-Thon with a star-studded lineup joining hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson to talk about their voting experiences and deliver LIVE musical performances.

Death Becomes her is coming to Broadway! The new musical is now in performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Meet the cast of Death Becomes Her here!

The new revival of Sunset Blvd. is currently playing the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Get to know who's who in the cast of the show, led by Nicole Scherzinger.

Babes With Blades announced tickets for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, running from October 16 to November 23.

Tickets are now on sale for Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s production of one of William Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Learn more.

The Colony Theatre in association with producers Christine Russell (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Head Over Heels), Robert Ulrich and Jay Paul Deratany are presenting the Reel Red Entertainment production of The Civility of Albert Cashier, a new musical about notable queer history figure Albert Cashier, born Jennie Hodgers, who served alongside the men of the 95th Illinois Volunteer Infantry with distinction throughout some of the fiercest fighting of the Civil War. While not alone as a woman serving on the battlefield during the war, Cashier never revealed himself as anyone other than a man dedicated to serving his country on the battlefields during its greatest time of need. He was recognized as such by his comrades in arms and those surrounding him and retained his identity as a man throughout his later life. Transgender musician and actor Cidny Bullens (Pictured) portrays the older Cashier in the play with Dani Shay taking on the role of the younger Cashier. I decided to speak with Cid about his own road to self-discovery and what led him to the role of a transgender man.

The Edgerton Foundation has revealed the first round of recipients for the 2024-25 New Play Awards, supporting the development of new theatrical works across the country. Learn more about the recipients and the award.

Producers Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio have announced full casting for the multi-year North American Tour of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL.