City Theatre

Review: RAT PACK RHAPSODY at Kulturhuset Stadsteatern
by Annette Stolt - Apr 25, 2026

A brand new musical about the Rat Pack icons Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis jr. A true feelgood musical!

Review: LOUISA MAY ALCOTT'S LITTLE WOMEN at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - Apr 24, 2026

Yet another adaptation of a literary classic has arrived on the Guthrie stage, this time in the form of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. A story known to so many whether it be from actually reading the original novel, seeing one of the many film and television adaptations, or even the highly successful Broadway musical adaptation starring the incomparable Sutton Foster. No matter where you have seen it, you most likely haven’t seen it in this form.

Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at Maxim Teatern
by Annette Stolt - Apr 24, 2026

Great vocal performances and high emotional intensity by the cast. Do not miss this short run of Next to normal

NEIGHBORLY by Chisa Hutchinson To Have Reading At City Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

City Theatre in Pittsburgh will present an in-process reading of NEIGHBORLY: A PLAY ON TWO STOOPS, a commissioned work by playwright Chisa Hutchinson, directed by Monteze Freeland with cast members Randy Kovitz and Bria Walker-Rhoze.

Photos: Studio For Performing Arts LA Hosts 4th Annual MENASA Showcase
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

The 4th Annual MENASA Diversity Actors Showcase returned this spring as a dynamic hybrid industry event, connecting actors and entertainment professionals through both a live Los Angeles showcase and a nationwide digital platform. Check out photos of the event.

THE HENRY CLYDE CANNING MURDER HOUSE, and More Set For New Art City Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026

New Art City Theatre will present a four-day festival of new plays in Ventura. The lineup includes THE HENRY CLYDE CANNING MURDER HOUSE, LAUGHING MATTER, JOHN DILLINGER GETS A MANICURE, and TESSERACT.

SAINT VEGAS, a New Play by Enid Graham Will Come to the Chance Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026

Chance Theater will present a staged reading of SAINT VEGAS, a memory play by 2026 Resident Playwright Enid Graham, directed by Jennifer Chang, at the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Will Come to City Theatre at Sacramento City College
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

City Theatre at Sacramento City College will present PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, Rick Elice's comedic Peter Pan prequel directed by Lori Ann DeLappe-Grondin, at the Art Court Theatre on the Sacramento City College campus.

TO THE UNKNOWN SOLDIERS World Premiere Set For BMCC At Tribeca Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2026

BMCC will present the world premiere of TO THE UNKNOWN SOLDIERS by Krystle N. Adams. The production will be directed by Lori Ann Kee and staged at Tribeca Performing Arts Center.

Review: MEN ON BOATS at City Theatre Austin
by Sabrina Wallace - Apr 11, 2026

City Theatre Austin’s Men on Boats is a sharp historical comedy where an all women and non-binary ensemble dismantles frontier myth making. Clever staging, precise physical comedy, and bold direction turn conquest into satire.

SHAKESPEARE'S R&J Will Present at City Theatre Mainstage in Pittsburgh
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2026

An adaptation of Romeo & Juliet is coming to the City Theatre Mainstage, blurring the boundary between dreams and reality. This production of Shakespeare's R&J is directed by J. Cody Spellman.

THE ODD COUPLE To Be Presented By City Theatre Austin
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026

City Theatre Austin will present THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon from May 1 through May 17 at Genesis Creative Collective. The production will be directed by Tracy Hurd and will feature Zachary Gamble as Oscar Madison and Darwin Ragsdale as Felix Ungar.

City Theatre Will Present HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH at Greer Cabaret This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026

City Theatre and Pittsburgh Cultural Trust will present HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH in Pittsburgh. The revival runs May 2 through June 7 at the Greer Cabaret Theater. Tickets are available now.

MALCOLM X AND REDD FOXX WASHING DISHES AT JIMMY'S CHICKEN SHACK IN HARLEM To Have World Premiere at Dallas Theater Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026

Dallas Theater Center will present the world premiere of MALCOLM X AND REDD FOXX WASHING DISHES AT JIMMY'S CHICKEN SHACK IN HARLEM by Jonathan Norton. The production will run at the Wyly Theatre in Dallas. The play imagines an early encounter between two cultural icons.

AIDA, THE (R)EVOLUTION OF STEVE JOBS, And HAMLET To Lead Finnish National Opera And Ballet 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026

The Finnish National Opera and Ballet has announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring a mix of new productions and returning repertoire across opera and ballet.

Studio For Performing Arts LA Will Host 4th Annual MENASA Diversity Actors Showcase at Culver City Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

The MENASA Diversity Actors Showcase will return for its fourth year this spring, culminating in a one-night-only live event on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Culver City Theatre in Los Angeles.

Review: AN AMBITIOUS STAGING OF DREAMWORKS PRINCE OF EGYPT ARRIVES at St Petersburg City Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - Mar 30, 2026

DreamWorks The Prince of Egypt is a stage musical with a book by Phillip LaZebnik and music/lyrics by the great Stephen Schwartz. A retelling of the Book of Exodus, based on the 1998 DreamWorks Animation film of the same name. The story follows Moses on his journey from being the Prince of Egypt, being cast out altogether, and then ultimately fulfilling his true destiny of leading the Children of Israel out of Egypt.

MALCOLM X AND REDD FOXX WASHING DISHES AT JIMMY'S CHICKEN SHACK IN HARLEM To Have Co-World Premiere At Virginia Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026

Virginia Stage Company will present the co-world premiere of Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem this spring. The play by Jonathan Norton explores the early lives of Malcolm X and Redd Foxx in Harlem.

A CHORUS LINE and More Set for Geva Theatre 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026

Geva Theatre in Rochester, NY, led by Artistic Director Elizabeth Williamson, will present a dynamic 2026/27 season featuring musicals, dramas, and new works, starting with A CHORUS LINE in September.

Review: ONCE at Helsingborgs Stadsteater
by Annette Stolt - Mar 24, 2026

This is my first visit to Helsingborg Stadsteater but probably not my last. Well-organized and good with lots of free lockers for your jacket and large items. Great  modern theatre auditorium with a excellent grading between the rows in the stalls.