The Last Five Years 2016 West End

Photos: Sam Ryder and More in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

by Stephi Wild • Jun 26, 2026

All new photos have been released from Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder as Jesus. The production is now playing The London Palladium. Check out photos here!

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Starring Sam Ryder to Visit Birmingham Hippodrome

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Jun 24, 2026

The UK tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, starring Sam Ryder as Jesus, will visit Birmingham Hippodrome following West End runs at The London Palladium and Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Bob the Drag Queen, Matt Bomer, and More Will Share the Role of King Herod in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

by Stephi Wild • Jun 22, 2026

Matt Bomer, Michael Ball, Simon Russell Beale, Layton Williams, and others announced as rotating King Herods joining Sam Ryder in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Will Embark on UK Tour Starring Sam Ryder

by Stephi Wild • Jun 22, 2026

Jesus Christ Superstar will tour the UK starring Sam Ryder, following the conclusion of its West End engagements at The London Palladium and Theatre Royal Drury Lane, visiting over 20 cities.

BATSU! Chicago to Celebrate 10th Anniversary With Special Performance

by Chloe Rabinowitz • Jun 18, 2026

BATSU! Chicago will mark a decade of blending American improv with Japanese penalty-game comedy at Kamehachi in Old Town. The anniversary show features five original cast members who have remained with the production since its 2016 debut.

WILKO: LOVE AND DEATH AND ROCK AND ROLL Will Embark on UK Tour

by Stephi Wild • Jun 9, 2026

The biographical play with live music celebrating Dr Feelgood co-founder Wilko Johnson will tour 13 UK venues, with rock and roll guest performers joining the production that originated at Queen's Theatre Hornchurch.

COPLAND & TWAIN to Make NY Premiere at Chelsea Music Festival

by A.A. Cristi • Jun 3, 2026

Concert Theatre Works' theatrical concert COPLAND & TWAIN, directed by Bill Barclay, will blend Aaron Copland's incidental music with Mark Twain's writings at Open Jar Studios, conducted by Ken-David Masur.

Wilma Theater Names Lindsay Smiling as Sole Artistic Director

by A.A. Cristi • May 22, 2026

Philadelphia's Tony Award-winning Wilma Theater announced Lindsay Smiling as its sole Artistic Director, transitioning from his Co-Artistic Director role to lead the company alongside Managing Director Leigh Goldenberg.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Adds Performances at Theatre Royal Drury Lane; Sam Ryder's 'Gethsemane' To Be Released

by Stephi Wild • May 14, 2026

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR announced a 12-week extension at Theatre Royal Drury Lane following its London Palladium run, with Sam Ryder continuing as Jesus. Sam Ryder's recording of 'Gethsemane' will also be released as a single.

ArtsFairfax Unveils 2026 Awards Honorees for Fairfax County Arts Recognition

by Chloe Rabinowitz • May 8, 2026

ArtsFairfax, the nonprofit designated as Fairfax County's local arts agency, has revealed the 2026 ArtsFairfax Awards recipients, elebrated as the annual event to recognize visionary contributions to the arts countywide.

Summerhall Arts Reveals Final 30 Shows Of 2026 Festival Programme

by Stephi Wild • May 6, 2026

Summerhall Arts announced its final 30 shows for its 2026 festival, including an 80-seat Sauna Theatre, Shaparak Khorsandi's debut play KISMET, Hannah Maxwell's new show, and productions from Francesca Moody Productions and theatregoose.

DARIO FO: THE LAST MISTERO BUFFO To Have US Premiere At Scena! Italian Theater Festival

by A.A. Cristi • May 1, 2026

Kairos Italy Theater and Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò at NYU will present the U.S. premiere of a documentary capturing Nobel Prize winner Dario Fo's final stage performance of MISTERO BUFFO in Rome.

Prospect Musicals' 2026 Gala & Muse Awards Reveals Full Line-Up

by Stephi Wild • Apr 29, 2026

Prospect Musicals announced the full line-up for its 2026 Gala & Muse Awards at The Edison Ballroom, honoring LaChanze, Ken Davenport, Lindsay Mendez, Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.

Lisa Lampanelli Joins THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE as Associate Producer

by Stephi Wild • Apr 22, 2026

Lisa Lampanelli has joined Cause Célèbre Productions as associate producer for the world premiere of THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE, a play by Susan Charlotte directed by Antony Marsellis at Theatre Row in New York.

Soprano Erin Morley and Tenor Lawrence Brownlee Will Perform in GOLDEN AGE at 92NY

by Stephi Wild • Apr 21, 2026

Soprano Erin Morley and tenor Lawrence Brownlee join pianist Malcolm Martineau at 92NY's Kaufmann Concert Hall for GOLDEN AGE, a bel canto recital tied to their new duo album.

Joe Pasquale Will Lead CINDERELLA at Orchard Theatre in Dartford

by Stephi Wild • Apr 15, 2026

Joe Pasquale will return to Dartford's newly refurbished Orchard Theatre to star in CINDERELLA, produced by Imagine Theatre. The comedian last appeared at the venue in 2016.

Deep Purple With Special Guest KANSAS Will Perform at The BayCare Sound in August

by Stephi Wild • Mar 30, 2026

DEEP PURPLE will perform with special guest KANSAS at BayCare Sound on August 8. Tickets will go on sale Thursday. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Host 44th Spotlight Gala Featuring Rita Rudner

by Stephi Wild • Mar 23, 2026

North Coast Repertory Theatre announced its 44th Spotlight Gala, 'An Evening of Laughter with Rita Rudner', set to entertain attendees with a night of comedy.

Paul Jacobs to Perform POULENC’S ORGAN CONCERTO with Cleveland Orchestra

by A.A. Cristi • Mar 16, 2026

GRAMMY Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs will join the Cleveland Orchestra for a series of performances featuring POULENC’S ORGAN CONCERTO. Scheduled for April 2026, these concerts mark a notable return of Jacobs, who is renowned for his mastery in organ music. The event promises to showcase his exceptional skills alongside one of the most respected orchestras in the world, offering audiences a profound musical experience.

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