The Seven - 2006 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 6

City Lit will celebrate the holidays with the world premiere production of John Weagly's SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE CHRISTMAS CLOWNS, a mystery adapted from the short story “The Flying Stars” by G.K. Chesterton and the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

Kelli O’Hara will star alongside Academy Award winner Tom Hanks in the world premiere of This World of Tomorrow, a new play by Hanks and James Glossman based on Hanks’ short stories, about a lonely scientist from the future who travels through time in search of true love.

While different tryout theaters have different relationships to the development of new shows, it’s worth looking at both which commercial rental theaters and which non-profit theaters have had the most Best Musical Tony Award winners come from their stages.

Lily Allen has announced her fifth studio album 'West End Girl,' to be released on October 24. The record, her first for seven years, features 14 brand new songs.

Costello came up with an intriguing mix of crowd favorites, snarling his way through his harder edged material like “The Beat,” “(I Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea,” and “High Fidelity” and displaying his softer side with ballads like “Almost Blue” and “Poisoned Rose.”

Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Learn more about the musical here and find out what the critics are saying!

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jasmine Cephas Jones and more. See the full lineup here!

Flux Theatre Ensemble has announced that Miranda Holliday, Julianna Kantor, Montserrat Mendez, Kristen Palmer, Chester Poon, Adam Szymkowicz, and Justin Woo have joined the ensemble as Creative Partners.

In October of 2025, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joy Woods, Adrienne Warren and more. Learn more!

Williamston Theatre will open its 2025–2026 season with Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, running October 2–26, 2025. Katherine Banks stars in this immersive and life-affirming play.

Regal Entertainments Ltd will present Dick Whittington - the first time in the company's 25-year history. The tale will run from Friday 28 November to Sunday 11 January 2026.

Scenic designer John Lee Beatty will be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards .

Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, are on sale now for its engagement at The Fabulous Fox. Learn more and see how to purchase tickeets.

The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has revealed the 2025 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 61st annual ceremony on October 20 in New York.

Playwright and performer Abigail Hood reprises her Offie-nominated role alongside Kevin Tomlinson, joined by four new cast members for the powerful drama exploring childhood violence, trauma and redemption.

MGM+ has greenlit Words + Music, a new music docuseries based on Audible’s audio series of the same name. The series will premiere on November 30th and feature Elvis Costello, Sheryl Crow, John Legend, and Alanis Morissette.

With The Muppets finally coming to Broadway, we are looking back at some of their most significant stage shows over the years, with appearances at venues like Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl.

Fans of The Four Season and those that have seen many productions of Jersey Boys are going to enjoy Maggie Burrow’s nostalgic and fresh take. Pablo David Laucerica’s star is on the rise. He’s terrific vocally and has outstanding stage presence. He will soon be making his Broadway debut in the new musical The Queen of Versailles. Cory Jeacoma continues a fantastic legacy with Jersey Boys after previously playing Bob Gaudio in other productions. His novel take on Nick Massi is one-of-a-kind and a favorite performance in this production. He, Laucerica, and Andrew Poston make memorable Muny debuts. Ryan Vasquez is charismatic in his return to the Muny stage as the greasy Tommy DeVito. The four actors’ genuine truthful portrayals enhance Burrow’s realistic storytelling.

Mamma Mia! is back on Broadway! As we celebrate the homecoming of this iconic Broadway staple, we're taking a look back on some of the notable stars who have appeared in various productions of Mamma Mia! around the world!

Viva Drag Brunch Vegas, Las Vegas’s boldest new brunch experience, will debut at Alebrijes by Chef Paco Aug. 9.

Seven Dials Playhouse's Origin Stories season is the first full season programmed under Seven Dials Playhouse's new artist-led model. See the full lineup here!

OPERA America has revealed the recipients of the 2025 National Opera Trustee Recognition Awards, which honor outstanding trustees of North American opera companies. Learn more!

For anyone who’s seen Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame, a lot of the familiar story beats remain here. However, this local production by Encore Performing Arts takes a unique approach to their mounting of this stage musical.

Tony Award winners Sutton Foster (“Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie”) and Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) – each acclaimed as a Broadway performer and song-and-dance artist of the first order – are also known for solo concert appearances.

Comedy Works will welcome back stand-up sensation Josh Blue for two performances on Saturday, July 5 at Comedy Works South at the Landmark. Josh Blue rose to national fame after winning Last Comic Standing in 2006 and has since become a touring powerhouse, performing over 200 shows each year across the globe.