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DATES PRODUCTION 1/1/1989 - 1/1/1989 Lyle The Crocodile (1989) 4/30/1980 - 5/25/1980 Mr. Cinders (1980) - Robert and Elizabeth (1974) - Booth is Back in Town (1968) - Boss (1973) - Four Saints in Three Acts (1973) - Calamity Jane (1979)
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First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Gary Morgenstein’s DANCING ON GLASS To Receive Two Staged Readings In Florida This January
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
DANCING ON GLASS, a new play by Gary Morgenstein, will receive two staged readings on January 14, 2026. The first reading at 1 p.m. will take place at the Soref Jewish Community Center in Plantation, followed by a 7 p.m. reading at the Dr. André Fladell Civic Center in Delray Beach.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
DANCING ON GLASS, a new play by Gary Morgenstein, will receive two staged readings on January 14, 2026. The first reading at 1 p.m. will take place at the Soref Jewish Community Center in Plantation, followed by a 7 p.m. reading at the Dr. André Fladell Civic Center in Delray Beach.
Michelle Heaton To Headline THE ULTIMATE GIRL BAND UK Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Michelle Heaton will lead The Ultimate Girl Band Tour, a new UK theatre tour running February–April 2026. The production will feature live vocals, a full band, and choreography built around hits made famous by groups such as the Spice Girls, All Saints, Destiny’s Child, TLC, and B*Witched.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Michelle Heaton will lead The Ultimate Girl Band Tour, a new UK theatre tour running February–April 2026. The production will feature live vocals, a full band, and choreography built around hits made famous by groups such as the Spice Girls, All Saints, Destiny’s Child, TLC, and B*Witched.
Wyatt Flores Details 'Drive All Night Tour' for Spring 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
Singer, songwriter, and musician Wyatt Flores will kick off his extensive “Drive All Night Tour” next spring, which includes newly confirmed stops at Fort Worth’s Billy Bob’s, St. Paul’s Palace Theatre, Grand Rapids’ GLC Live at 20 Monroe, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
Singer, songwriter, and musician Wyatt Flores will kick off his extensive “Drive All Night Tour” next spring, which includes newly confirmed stops at Fort Worth’s Billy Bob’s, St. Paul’s Palace Theatre, Grand Rapids’ GLC Live at 20 Monroe, and more.
THE WIZARD OF OZ and More Set for 5-Star Theatricals 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
5-STAR Theatricals has revealed its 2026 season of shows! All of 5-Star’s productions are locally produced, auditioned and rehearsed in Southern California, and include The Wizard of Oz and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
5-STAR Theatricals has revealed its 2026 season of shows! All of 5-Star’s productions are locally produced, auditioned and rehearsed in Southern California, and include The Wizard of Oz and more.
Nicole Parker Joins THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ in Thousand Oaks
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Nicole Parker will play the Wicked Witch of the West, and join the cast for the Lythgoe Family Panto’s magical holiday production of THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025
Nicole Parker will play the Wicked Witch of the West, and join the cast for the Lythgoe Family Panto’s magical holiday production of THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ.
Nicole Parker Joins Lythgoe Family Panto's THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
5-Star Theatricals, TOArts, and Lythgoe Family Productions has revealed that Nicole Parker will play the Wicked Witch of the West, and join the cast for the Lythgoe Family Panto's magical holiday production of THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
5-Star Theatricals, TOArts, and Lythgoe Family Productions has revealed that Nicole Parker will play the Wicked Witch of the West, and join the cast for the Lythgoe Family Panto's magical holiday production of THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ.
John O'Hurley, Tamyra Gray and Aubrey Anderson-Emmons to Star in THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
Lythgoe Family Panto will return for the holidays, featuring THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ. The production will star Panto veteran John O’Hurley and more. See how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
Lythgoe Family Panto will return for the holidays, featuring THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ. The production will star Panto veteran John O’Hurley and more. See how to purchase tickets!
RIVERDANCE Will Launch US Tour in 2026
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2025
RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, the international Irish dance phenomenon seen by over 30 million people worldwide, will return to the United States in 2026. Launching in Sarasota, Florida, the new show, RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, will play in 67 American cities from January to June 2026.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2025
RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, the international Irish dance phenomenon seen by over 30 million people worldwide, will return to the United States in 2026. Launching in Sarasota, Florida, the new show, RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, will play in 67 American cities from January to June 2026.
Review: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at The Forum Theater in Jonesboro
by Theresa Bertram - Oct 14, 2025
What did our critic think of THE ADDAMS FAMILY at The Forum? The production was a graveyard smash, the kind that makes you laugh, tap your toes, and maybe even snap your fingers twice.
by Theresa Bertram - Oct 14, 2025
What did our critic think of THE ADDAMS FAMILY at The Forum? The production was a graveyard smash, the kind that makes you laugh, tap your toes, and maybe even snap your fingers twice.
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Scherr Forum Theatre
by Cary Ginell - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Scherr Forum Theatre? 5-Star Theatricals' production of Hairspray, which opened October 10 at the Scherr Forum Theatre in Thousand Oaks, is the bubbly, effervescent morality tale about civil rights in Baltimore in the early ’60s that won Tony awards for best musical, book, and score.
by Cary Ginell - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Scherr Forum Theatre? 5-Star Theatricals' production of Hairspray, which opened October 10 at the Scherr Forum Theatre in Thousand Oaks, is the bubbly, effervescent morality tale about civil rights in Baltimore in the early ’60s that won Tony awards for best musical, book, and score.
Photos: Tony-Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur Directs HAIRSPRAY at 5-Star Theatricals
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025
5-Star Theatricals has released new production photos from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, directed by Marissa Jaret Winokur, Broadway’s original Tracy Turnblad and Tony Award winner for her performance in the 2002 musical phenomenon.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025
5-Star Theatricals has released new production photos from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, directed by Marissa Jaret Winokur, Broadway’s original Tracy Turnblad and Tony Award winner for her performance in the 2002 musical phenomenon.
Interview: Marissa Winokur And Garrett Clayton of HAIRSPRAY at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld talks with Tony Award-winning Marissa Winokur and former Disney heartthrob Garrett Clayton, the director and co-star of the 5-Star Theatricals production of Hairspray in Thousand Oaks.
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld talks with Tony Award-winning Marissa Winokur and former Disney heartthrob Garrett Clayton, the director and co-star of the 5-Star Theatricals production of Hairspray in Thousand Oaks.
Teatro Announces Cabaret Season, Including Ursula Yovich, Michael Cormick and More
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025
The inaugural season of Cabaret at TEATRO, Sydney’s newest theatre, is set to take over the Italian Forum theatre this November in one of the biggest star-studded line-ups across a limited three-week season.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025
The inaugural season of Cabaret at TEATRO, Sydney’s newest theatre, is set to take over the Italian Forum theatre this November in one of the biggest star-studded line-ups across a limited three-week season.
Ryan O’Connor, Lexie Martin, Garrett Clayton and More to Lead HAIRSPRAY at 5-Star Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025
5-STAR THEATRICALS has reveald the cast of its upcoming production of Hairspray! The cast will feature Ryan O’Connor as “Edna Turnblad' and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025
5-STAR THEATRICALS has reveald the cast of its upcoming production of Hairspray! The cast will feature Ryan O’Connor as “Edna Turnblad' and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Marissa Jaret Winokur Will Direct 5-Star Theatricals' HAIRSPRAY in Los Angeles
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2025
Broadway’s original “Tracy Turnblad,” Marissa Jaret Winokur will direct 5-Star Theatricals' upcoming production of the Tony Award winning musical, HAIRSPRAY, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan and based on the John Waters film.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2025
Broadway’s original “Tracy Turnblad,” Marissa Jaret Winokur will direct 5-Star Theatricals' upcoming production of the Tony Award winning musical, HAIRSPRAY, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan and based on the John Waters film.
Randy Travis to Release 'Now Playing' Vinyl Collection
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025
Warner Music Nashville and Rhino Records, along with Randy Travis, have announced the upcoming release of NOW PLAYING – Randy Travis, a new vinyl collection featuring 10 of the country icon’s most beloved songs.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025
Warner Music Nashville and Rhino Records, along with Randy Travis, have announced the upcoming release of NOW PLAYING – Randy Travis, a new vinyl collection featuring 10 of the country icon’s most beloved songs.
AN EVENING WITH DENISE VAN OUTEN to Have UK Tour in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
Join Denise Van Outen for an unforgettable night of music, laughter and stories from her dazzling career when she launches a UK Tour in 2026. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
Join Denise Van Outen for an unforgettable night of music, laughter and stories from her dazzling career when she launches a UK Tour in 2026. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
New Irish Fantasy Musical FOR THE LACK OF LAURA to Premiere In UK This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025
The UK premiere of a new Irish fantasy musical, For The Lack of Laura is a tale of magic and romance set to an original Celtic and musical theatre classics-inspired soundtrack. The production will play at two UK Venues this summer. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025
The UK premiere of a new Irish fantasy musical, For The Lack of Laura is a tale of magic and romance set to an original Celtic and musical theatre classics-inspired soundtrack. The production will play at two UK Venues this summer. Learn more!
Forum Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Forum Theatre?
Forum Theatre's current show is Lyle The Crocodile which began performances on 1/1/1989.
What were the longest running shows at Forum Theatre?
Robert and Elizabeth which ran from to ,
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