Final Curtain

Director Michael Michetti shares his vision for the production, what first drew him to it, and how elements of clowning are being used to highlight Ionesco’s surreal humor.

A full auditorium of just over a hundred patrons filed into the newly renovated Warwick Theater for a re-imagination of Stephen King’s “The Shawshank Redemption.” This theatrical adaptation is written by Irish playwrights Owen O’Neill and Dave Johns, an unlikely yet inspired pairing. Both men came to prominence as stand-up comedians before turning their attention to drama. Owen O’Neil is present for this Saturday evening performance.  

Robert Hawkins’s Quiet! Three Ladies Laughing! is here again! Three years ago, the play was produced as a rehearsed concert-reading at New Canaan Town Players Stage II and it’s back by popular demand as a full production in the 232-seat Crystal Theatre in Norwalk from April 30th to May 3rd.

The current BEAUTY AND THE BEAST tour is a celebration of the Broadway musical’s 30th anniversary, and a chance for director and choreographer Matt West and book writer Linda Woolverton to revisit a stage version they have been working on since it all began in Houston during 1993.

When Disney’s 'Beauty and the Beast' first transitioned from film to stage in 1994, it redefined what a Broadway spectacle could be. Now, the reimagined production—currently playing its final and only Asian engagement at the Sands Theatre through Jan. 25

What did our critic think of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT at Mānoa Valley Theatre?

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will be 'movin' out' the extremely popular Billy Joel, My Life: A Piano Man's Journey exhibit with a special event entitled: The Billy Joel Collectors Presentation. 

From September 2nd-14th, the national tour of Disney’s BEAUTY & THE BEAST will be gracing the stage of the Durham Performing Arts Center. Taking on the role of MRS. POTTS is actress Kathy Voytko. Read our interview with Kathy!

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here! 

Once again, Broadway's biggest night has come and gone! With the 78th Annual Tony Awards now behind us, we have compiled a list of some of the most memorable moments from the evening, including fun references and Easter eggs you may have missed, standout segments, performances, and more.

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paulo Szot and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.

BroadwayWorld spoke with Wicked author Gregory Maguire about the new film adaptation starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, his new book Elphie: A Wicked Childhood, and much more. Read the full interview here.

Renowned comedian and entertainment pioneer, Ellen Degeneres, has announced her highly-anticipated farewell tour, Ellen's Last Stand… Up, including a stop at DPAC in Durham, NC, on August 7, 2024.

New York City Ballet has revealed its 2024-25 season. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets!

The South Florida Theatre League announces the recipients of the 2023 Remy Awards, honoring those who provide outstanding service behind the scenes of the South Florida Theatre community. The awards will be presented at the recipients' theaters, allowing audiences to see the work done behind the scenes.

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 9, 2023.

The final stage production of acclaimed author Helen Forrester's captivating life story returns to three Merseyside venues this month as part of successful UK tour. Find out how and where to catch the show here!

We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's fall reading list.

HARRIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS will present two fabulous nights of music as the first two events of its 2023-2024 season: five-time Grammy Award winner Keb' Mo' and opening artist Scott Mulvahill on Thursday, September 14, and an unforgettable night of Mexican music and culture with Mariachi Herencia on Sunday, September 17. Both shows are at 7:30 pm.

Prepare to be amazed as 'Psychic Self Defense' by Normandy Sherwood takes the stage at HERE. Uncover the secrets of this mind-blowing theatrical performance and experience the power of psychic self-defense. Don't miss out on this unforgettable show running at HERE.

This coming weekend New Canaan Town Players Stage II will present Robert Hawkins's Quiet! Three Ladies Laughing!, a play that is as inimitable as the story behind it.

The Eisemann Center and the City of Richardson announced the 2023-2024 Season of Eisemann Center Presents (ECP) at a City Council meeting Mon, May 8, 2023.

Dancing on Ice finalist and Coronation Street star, Faye Brookes, joins the cast of Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom The Musical from 27 March, starring in the lead female role of Fran.