Hong Kong Ballet's THE BUTTERFLY LOVERS Will Make New York Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025
Reimagined by an international team of creative minds together with Hong Kong Ballet's Choreographer-in-Residence HU Song Wei Ricky and MAI Jingwen, The Butterfly Lovers is a legendary Chinese folktale about humble scholar Liang Shanbo and aristocratic heiress Zhu Yingtai.
ANDY WARHOL IN IRAN Extended Through July At Mosaic Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025
Mosaic Theater Company is extending the DC premiere of Andy Warhol in Iran to July 6, 2025. Written by Brent Askari and directed by Serge Seiden, this provocative, humorous portrait is a fictionalized account of the artist's infamous visit to Iran in 1976.
Actor’s Express to Present DOUBT, A PARABLE in May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025
Actor’s Express will continue its 37th season with John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer and Tony-winning Doubt, A Parable, directed by Freddie Ashley. The production will have its previews on May 22nd and 23rd at 7:30 PM and opens May 24th at 8:00 PM.
How Often Do Broadway Musicals Tackle the Topic of War?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 30, 2025
This time, the reader question was: How Often Do Broadway Musicals Tackle the Topic of War? There are actually many musicals about war in the canon. The rare feat of Operation Mincemeat lies in its tone. The show is a fast-paced, zany, comedic take on a mission that used a dead body to mislead the Axis forces, leading to the successful Allied invasion of Sicily.
MAMMA MIA! Will Return to Broadway This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
A decade after closing, MAMMA MIA! Will Return to Broadway This Summer! Discover the return of MAMMA MIA! on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre. Join the excitement as this beloved musical begins its run on August 2, bringing ABBA's timeless hits back to the stage.
Interview: Theatre Life with Barry Edelstein
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 28, 2025
Today’s subject Barry Edelstein is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of San Diego’s renowned Old Globe. On January 30th he will be giving a special presentation on putting together his adaptation of Shakespeare’s Henry VI plays entitled Henry 6. at our very own Folger Theatre as part of their third annual Reding Room Series which runs from January 30th through February 2nd.
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre Reveal 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have announced their 2025 season – a programme that celebrates creativity, connection, and community. Audiences can look forward to a year of premieres, new creations, and returning favourites for all ages.
MAMMA MIA! Sets Cast For Second Year of North American tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024
The cast has been announced for the second year of the 25th Anniversary North American Tour of Mamma Mia! The musical is currently playing to sold out audiences in Toronto, ON before continuing its North American Tour through June 2025.
First Venues Revealed For New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024
MAMMA MIA! will launch a new UK tour in 2025: opening at the Mayflower Theatre, Southampton in October, before visiting Bristol, Oxford and Edinburgh, with further dates to be announced.
Review Roundup: MAMMA MIA! 25th Anniversary North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2023
The 25th Anniversary North American Tour of Mamma Mia!, the ultimate feel-good show based on the songs of ABBA, officially opened with The Denver Center for Performing Arts on November 2nd and is currently playing to audiences accross the country! Read the reviews for Mamma Mia! on tour here!