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Interim Artistic Director Jonathan Norton discusses Dallas Theater Center’s 2025–26 season, including his world premiere play Malcolm X & Redd Foxx Washing Dishes, and how the lineup reflects the city’s diversity and artistic future.

Lexi and Andrew shared their thoughts on the show, including the surprising relevance of Shakespeare 500 years later, and why you should see the show.

Fat Ham is a dramatic play, and a modern adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. James IJames play received the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and was nominated for 5 Tony Awards, including Best Play.

Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Jon Clark took home a Tony Award for 'Best Lighting Design of a Play' for his outstanding work on Stranger Things: The First Shadow. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!

Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Jack Knowles took home a Tony Award for 'Best Lighting Design of a Musical' for his outstanding work on Sunset Blvd. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!

A bold, hilarious, and deeply moving reimagining of Hamlet. Austin Playhouse’s Fat Ham is a theatrical triumph—perfectly cast, brilliantly directed, and bursting with heart, humor, and power. Don’t miss this unforgettable ride.

Shakespeare Sports Theatre Company will open its SHAKESPEARE SUMMER TOUR with a new production of the Comedy of Errors. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Open Door Theatre Co. will Present space Hamlet. Set in a distant future, Space Hamlet follows the journey of the young Prince Hamlet of the Denmark System as he seeks revenge against his uncle Claudius for the murder of his father, King Ham.

During the Hollywood premiere of his new film The Life of Chuck, actor Tom Hiddleston shared his love for movie musicals, also revealing that he would be open to starring in one in the future.

Blippi: Join the Band Tour is back this Fall, continuing its action-packed, music-filled journey across North America. This lively stage show features Blippi and his best friend Meekah bringing even more dancing, singing, and fun to families in new cities across the US beginning this September.

Macbeth will return to the Royal Shakespeare Company this October. Daniel Raggett, whose Edward II played in the Swan Theatre earlier this year, directs Shakespeare’s story of love, power and ambition in the intimate setting of The Other Place.

Excavating the untold story of Yorick, the deceased court jester and famous skull in Hamlet, writer and performer George Rennie's soul-searching solo show flips Shakespeare's most performed play on its head.

“Liquid” is 60 minutes of nonstop punk, erotic, aerial fun—with whips and chains thrown in for good measure. The soundtrack accompanying the acts runs through a blistering mix of hit songs from Velvet Underground to My Chemical Romance, and beyond.  The variety and artistry on display are truly inspiring, and the gear, along with Raul Contreras’ smooth choreography—like Rocky Horror on steroids—provides a daring visual edge to the proceedings.

Often a modern take on a classic will go awry, but Michael Sexton’s brilliant vision creates a phenomenal retelling of Hamlet. His collaboration with his actors and designers gives this production it very cool retro and jazzy vibe. The show’s running time clocks in at just under three hours. It is well paced, moves along expediently, and is masterful storytelling. This is an excellent production that is entertaining for the masses, not just for the Bardolators.  

Due to popular demand, Main Street Theater has added a performance of Kim's Convenience on Sunday, June 8 at 7:00pm. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Canadian Stage has announced the details of this year's Dream in High Park production – the Bard's most touching and romantic  tragedy – ROMEO & JULIET, on stage in the High Park Amphitheatre.

From 2x JUNO nominated musician/writer JJ Tartaglia comes 'THUNDEROR' an epic rock opera musical (in the vein of Bat Out Of Hell, Rock Of Ages) but with a fresh soundtrack of original anthems.

Shakespeare in the Squares will celebrate its eighth summer tour with an all-new production of The Taming of the Shrew, Shakespeare’s comedy battle of wits, wills and wild romance featuring toe-tapping pop classics.

Vicksburg Theatre Guild has announced its 2025-2026 lineup, the company's 90th season! The season will start with two Summer Youth Production plays. Learn more here!

Though familiar with Shakespearean roles, the chance to play Ophelia was still a surprise for Peña. “I usually don’t play roles like this— I play clowns.”

Central City Productions has announced the world-premiere of Jacob Sidney's no better man at the 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival. no better man is a sharply amusing examination of Seattle's origins by one of its own.

Renaissance Now Theatre & Film, led by Kathy Curtiss, specializes in freely adapting Shakespearean plays with additions of dialogue in contemporary prose. The company returns this summer with its third season of 'now speak' productions in New York, performing 'The Tempest' and 'Measure For Measure' in repertory July 2 to 5 at The Chain Theatre, 312 West 36th Street, 4th floor.

The Old Globe has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Janeiad by returning playwright Anna Ziegler. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Swedish based Brain and Jangen Productions, will present Café! The Musical for a one night private, industry- only performed reading on May 29th, 2025 in London, England.

Don't miss these great theatre offerings this summer!