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REEFER MADNESS Comes to Theatre Tulsa Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2024


Reefer Madness will be added to the 102nd season lineup at Theatre Tulsa. Performances run November 8-10.

Spokane Falls Community College's Spartan Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024


Spokane Falls Community College's Spartan Theatre revealed its 2024-2025 season, featuring dark comedies, family-friendly shows, and musicals, highlighting its commitment to nurturing emerging talent. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

REEFER MADNESS Comes to Theatre Tulsa
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024


Theatre Tulsa will present the high-flying musical comedy Reefer Madness as an add-on to its 102nd season. Inspired by the 1936 film of the same name, this satirical musical offers a tongue-in-cheek look at the hysteria surrounding marijuana in the 1930s, following clean-cut kids as they fall into a downward spiral filled with jazz music, sex, and violence.

Arthur Miller Short Story Adaptation Coming to U. S. Theaters
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024


The Performance, a gripping drama inspired by Arthur Miller's acclaimed short story first published in The New Yorker, will be coming to select U.S. theaters in late December 2024.

The Queen Mary Continues Frightfully Fun Lineup Of What's On Deck For October 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024


The Queen Mary has announced its October 2024 lineup, featuring Halloween-themed events and activities.

Jason Alexander To Play 'Jesus' In REEFER MADNESS for One Night Only
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024


Tony Award winner Jason Alexander will play Jesus in REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL on Saturday, October 5 at the Whitley Theatre in Hollywood.

Harry Shum Jr Joins REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL at The Whitley Theatre In Hollywood
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024


Harry Shum Jr. (Everything Everywhere All at Once, Crazy Rich Asians, “Glee,” “Grey's Anatomy”) will guest star in the role of “Jesus” for two performances only; Saturday, September 28 at 8pm & Sunday, September 29 at 2pm, in the production of REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL

August Wilson's THE PIANO LESSON to be Presented at A Noise Within
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024


A Noise Within will present August Wilson's THE PIANO LESSON, directed by Gregg T. Daniel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Rachel Bloom & Matthew Morrison to Join REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2024


Rachel Bloom and Matthew Morrison will join Reefer Madness the Musical. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

London Theatre Week Extends Due to Demand
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024


Due to demand, London Theatre Week is extending as it continues to celebrate the West End's theatrical scene. From Monday September 2nd theatre fans can continue to shop exclusively priced tickets starting at just £15.

Rory O'Malley to Play 'Jesus' In REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL for Two Weekends!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2024


Tony Nominee Rory O'Malley will play the role of “Jesus” for just two weekends only in Reefer Madness in LA. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Student Blog: From Page to Stage: Dramaturgy in Munich
by Student Blogger: Austin Watts - Aug 20, 2024


Prior to being cast as Hans, I had already been assigned to research him as part of my duties as a dramaturg. Naturally, as soon as I found out I would be playing the role, I consumed every piece of media related to him and his life that I could.

London Theatre Week Launches With Over 75 Shows
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2024


London Theatre Week is set to make a  return with its celebration of the West End's vibrant theatrical scene. From Monday 19th August, theatre fans can shop exclusively priced tickets starting at just £15 via TodayTix.

SWEETWATER: THE GOSPEL OF IMAN & More Set for National Black Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024


NATIONAL BLACK THEATRE revealed its 2024-2025 season titled THE PILGRIMAGE: A JOURNEY BACK HOME, featuring a lineup of thought-provoking productions celebrating Black culture and heritage. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Guest Blog: EDINBURGH 2024: Charlotte Walker on CHOPPED LIVER AND UNIONS
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 27, 2024


Charlotte Walker guest blogs for BroadwayWorld about bringing Chopped Liver and Unions to the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Milwaukee Theaters Stage Productions in Response to Republican National Convention
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2024


Two Milwaukee theater productions in July will offer pointed responses to the presence of the Republican National Convention in the city. One show has roots in pre-World War II America, while the other is ripped from recent headlines.

Review: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Lonny Chapman Theatre
by Amanda Callas - Jul 8, 2024


By the end, of the night, I was laughing, crying, and cheering for everyone on stage.  You Can’t Take It with You is a heartwarming, delightful gem, a sold-out smash hit for the Group Rep.

Cast Announced for New Musical CABLE STREET at Southwark Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2024


The cast of the critically acclaimed 5* new British musical CABLE STREET is announced as it prepares to open at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant this Autumn (Friday 6 September to Thursday 10 October 2024).

Interview: Larry Martinez Jr And Laura Garza of BERNARDA! at Teatro Audaz
by Jill Ripa - Jun 27, 2024


San Antonio’s Teatro Audaz will begin work on a new play, Bernarda!, this summer. This play written by Emilio Williams, is an adaptation of Federico Garcia Lorca’s play, The House of Bernarda Alba.

Review: REEFER MADNESS at The Reefer Den
by Harker Jones - Jun 18, 2024


Everyone is phenomenal, from the performers to the musicians to the set director. It’s manically goofy, laugh-out-loud funny, and sexy in its degradation.

Gatsby Foundation Makes Gift to Cambridge Arts Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2024


Cambridge Arts Theatre has announced a £16 million gift from Lord David and Dame Susie Sainsbury via the Gatsby Charitable Foundation.

Deertrees Theatre Launches 88th Summer Season of Events
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2024


Historic Deertrees Theatre launches its 88th season, providing theatrical highlights, local art, dance, trivia shows, and a wide range of live music. 

THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE & More Lead Los Angeles's June 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jun 3, 2024


Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for June 2024 include The Ballad of Johnny and June & more!

The Rehearsal for Truth International Theater Festival Reveals Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2024


Discover contemporary Central and Eastern European theater at the Rehearsal for Truth International Theater Festival, honoring Václav Havel. Learn more about the programming!

Rehearsal For Truth International Theater Festival Announces Programming
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024


The Rehearsal for Truth International Theater Festival, honoring Václav Havel, announces its 2024 programming.

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