Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from May 2026
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South Carolina Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in South Carolina from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
BroadwayWorld Launches Producer Fantasy Game
BroadwayWorld's new Producer Fantasy Game lets fans draft six Broadway shows and earn points from real box office grosses, awards, and weekly predictions.
AN AFTERNOON WITH DARLEY NEWMAN to Come to Charleston Gaillard Center
Emmy-nominated PBS host Darley Newman will appear at the Charleston Gaillard Center for a conversation on Revolutionary-era history and storytelling, co-presented with SC250 Charleston.
DON BARNHART & FRIENDS is Coming to Comedy Cabana for a One-Week Engagement
Las Vegas headliner Don Barnhart will bring his comedy showcase Don Barnhart & Friends to Comedy Cabana in Myrtle Beach for a limited one-week run, featuring comedian David Ryan.
Review: SPOLETO USA'S CHAMBER MUSIC PROGRAM IV at Charleston's Dock Street Theatre
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A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.
BEEHIVE: THE 60'S MUSICAL to Open at Centre Stage
Centre Stage will present Beehive: The 60's Musical, Larry Gallagher's celebration of iconic women who defined 1960s music, featuring hits like 'Respect,' 'My Girl,' and 'Downtown.
Review: Circa's HUMANS 2.0, Presented By Spoleto USA
Contemporary circus company, Circa, has come to Charleston, South Carolina, as part of Spoleto USA’s 50th season, with their Humans 2.
VISTA QUEEN to Return to Trustus Theatre for 27th Annual Lip Sync Battle Fundraiser
Trustus Theatre will present the 27th Annual Vista Queen, a lip sync battle and fundraiser hosted by Patti O'Furniture, featuring three Columbia teams coached by local drag queens competing at 520 Lady Street.
FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL to Make World Premiere at The Warehouse Theatre
The Warehouse Theatre will present the world premiere of FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL (Or I Love Lave Dash), a new comedy by Kristoffer Diaz, on its Main Stage in Greenville, SC.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
Legends in Concert to Present BACK TO THE 80S in Myrtle Beach
Legends in Concert will present Back to the 80s in Myrtle Beach, featuring tribute artists portraying Freddie Mercury, Pat Benatar, Bob Marley, and Michael Jackson, backed by a live band and professional dancers.
FROZEN Set To Close Greenville Theatre's 100th Season
Greenville Theatre has announced the grand finale of its landmark 100th season with Disney’s Frozen: The Musical.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Will Launch North American Tour in Baltimore in May 2027
Heathers the Musical will launch its first-ever North American tour in May 2027 at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, MD, traveling the country to play more than 35 cities in multiple touring seasons.
StageMag Launches Programmable PDF Editor for Digital Theater Programs
StageMag, the digital show program platform from BroadwayWorld, launched its new PDF Editor to all producers and stage managers using the service.
North Charleston PAC to Host BEST OF BROADWAY Open House Party
North Charleston Performing Arts Center will host its annual 'Select Your Seat' Open House Party, featuring live performances from THE BODYGUARD and THE NOTEBOOK, complimentary food and wine, backstage tours, and giveaways.
THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour Adds 26 Cities to 2026-27 Route
The North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK announced 26 new cities for its upcoming season, including stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Houston, after welcoming over 500,000 patrons since its launch.
Tickets on Sale Now for Best of Broadway 2026-2027 Season at North Charleston PAC
The Best of Broadway series will present six productions at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center, including Hamilton, Hell's Kitchen, and more, with tickets to the season on sale now!
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Reveals 2026-27 Tour Dates and Cities
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning OPERATION MINCEMEAT announced a full North American tour route spanning over 25 cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, as the Broadway production hits 500 performances.
Kelsey Mesa Named New Executive Artistic Director at Trustus Theatre
Trustus Theatre announced Kelsey Mesa as its new Executive Artistic Director, marking a leadership transition at the Columbia, South Carolina theater company.
RAGTIME Will Launch National Tour in Fall 2027
Lincoln Center Theater’s Broadway revival of Ragtime, directed by Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, announced today that it will launch a North American Tour in the fall of 2027.
OH, MARY! Reveals Tour Dates and Cities For 2026-27
The North American Tour of Oh, Mary! has announced the dates and cities for its 2026-27 season.
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MEAN GIRLS Arts Center of Coastal Carolina (6/24-8/09) |
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CLUE! Dream House Theatre (8/14-8/14) |
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Red Shirts PURE Theatre (7/16-8/01) |
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CLUE! Dream House Theatre (8/15-8/15) |
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The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity) North Charleston Coliseum Performing Arts Center (1/22-1/24) |
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Pen Pals by Michael Griffo The Asher Theatre (8/01-8/01) |
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Dear Evan Hansen Centre Stage (8/06-8/23) |
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CLUE! Dream House Theatre (8/16-8/16) |
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Clue Dream House Theatre (8/13-8/13) |
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Goo Goo Dolls CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park (8/30-8/30) |