Review: HAMILTON National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
by Jeffrey Kare - May 22, 2026
Based on Ron Chernow's 2004 biographical book titled Alexander Hamilton, this musical tells the true story of America's $10 Founding Father. The story begins when he was an immigrant who came to New York from the West Indies. Eventually, he became George Washington's right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was later named the nation's first Treasury Secretary.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL at Dr. Phillips Center For The Performing Arts
by Albert Gutierrez - May 14, 2026
The stage production does make a lot of strides that strengthens the endurance and popularity of this love story. It repeats iconic moments from the popular 2004 film, but isn’t aping the original screenplay in any way. A new libretto offers a fresh take that borrows the basic structure of the novel and memorable film moments, whilst breathing in new voices and new scenes that add different layers to these familiar characters.
Comedian Russell Peters Is Back At NJPAC This Month
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
Russell Peters brings his Relax World Tour to NJPAC's Prudential Hall in Newark, offering commentary on cancel culture, aging, and the state of the world from one of Rolling Stone's 50 Best Comics of All Time.
Review: Make Farce Funny Again with POTUS at Theater West End
by Albert Gutierrez - May 3, 2026
There’s a strange dichotomy that exists in live theater. I may not like the material, but will still find reason to love its execution. And at Theater West End, they’ve culled together a company of players who help elevate the material of POTUS into a comedy that now exists thanks to their approach to the characters. They form a symbiotic relationship with the audience throughout the two acts to make us still care for them, for their arcs, and for their resolutions – no matter how far-fetched it may seem. This is where the production of POTUS shines.
Review: Dramatic Musical SWEPT AWAY Stays Afloat with Score by The Avett Brothers
by R. Scott Reedy - May 1, 2026
The musical “Swept Away” tells the story of four whalers shipwrecked off New Bedford in 1888, making it especially resonant for local audiences, who can experience the musical drama in a well crafted New England premiere at SpeakEasy Stage Company in the Virginia Wimberly Theatre at the Calderwood Pavilion, Boston Center for the Arts, through May 23.
Review: Updated FLOWER DRUM SONG Returns to Los Angeles by East West Players
by Shari Barrett - Apr 29, 2026
Astounding triple-threat talent is on display in big production numbers with attention-grabbing scenic elements by brilliant designers add to the artistic wonder of the entire production helmed by EWP Artistic Director Lily Tung Crystal, choreographed by Janelle Dote Portman, with music direction by Marc Macalintal.
Review: MARY POPPINS at Fargo Davies
by Brian Michaels - Apr 20, 2026
Director Rebecca Saari and the cast and crew from Fargo Davies bring one of the most beloved stories of all time to life in Mary Poppins. This theatrical adaptation of the classic stories by P. L. Travers and the beloved Mary Poppins produced by Walt Disney premiered in London’s West End in 2004 before moving to Broadway in 2006. The show features music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman, along with new songs by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe.
The Rise of SNL Stars on Broadway: A Comprehensive Guide
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 26, 2026
Since the start of television’s legendary Saturday Night Live in 1975, there has been cross-over between the show and Broadway. Actors who have started out on Broadway have ended up gracing our televisions on Saturday night as cast members in the sketch comedy program.
Billy Crystal Will Return to Broadway in New Solo Show, 860
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 15, 2026
Tony and Emmy Award-winner Billy Crystal will return to Broadway this fall in a new one-man show, 860, written and performed by Mr. Crystal and directed by Olivier Award-winner Scott Ellis. We have all of the details!
Marc Anthony Adds Fall 2026 Dates to Las Vegas Residency
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2026
Marc Anthony has added new fall 2026 performance dates to his BleauLive Theater residency, “VEGAS… MY WAY!, returning to the stage this September. Tickets for the new dates go on sale on Friday, April 10, at 10 a.m. PDT.
Celine Dion Adds Six Additional Dates to Paris Engagement
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2026
Due to overwhelming demand, six additional dates have been added to Celine Dion’s return to the stage in CELINE DION PARIS 2026, a five-week limited engagement at the renowned Paris La Défense Arena.
Full Lineup Set For BREAKIN' CONVENTION 2026 Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026
BREAKIN' CONVENTION announced its full 2026 line-up for the annual hip-hop theatre festival at Sadler's Wells, running May 1–3, featuring UK and international artists across breaking, popping, Krump, wacking, and contemporary dance.
As Female Playwrights Lose Ground, Female Critics Are Making History
by Cara Joy David - Mar 30, 2026
The biggest change from prior years is at The New York Times, where Helen Shaw became the first female chief theater critic at the paper of record earlier this year. Previously, The Times has had plenty of female second-string critics, but the top seat was always held by a man.
Party of One: Broadway’s Solo Show Takeover
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 12, 2026
Broadway has a long history of one-person shows, including many that have been added to the canon in this century. Seeing one actor powerfully create a whole world on stage can be an exceptional experience. Of course, one handers are hardly one-person projects; while there may only be one actor on stage, they are collaborating with an entire team of creatives, designers, and behind-the-scenes personnel to bring a show to life.
Review: ASSASSINS at Oakland Theatre Project
by Steve Murray - Mar 23, 2026
I admit I’ve never seen Stephen Sondhiem’s Assassins, nor ever heard the score or read the synopsis. A flop in 1990, the 2004 revival won five Tony awards, and it’s been in theatre rotations since, often causing controversy for its raw language and unsavory content. A play from the perspectives of infamous assassins?
Musician Steve Earle to Perform at Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre will present GRAMMY winning artist Steve Earle. Earle's songs have been recorded by Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, The Pretenders, and countless others.
HK Phil Hosts YOUR STAGE AWAITS Fundraising Concert
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) hosted two fundraising concerts at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall on 7 & 8 February 2026 (Saturday & Sunday) successfully.