Intimate Theatre

Interview: Director Julia Rodriguez-Elliott of COME FROM AWAY at A Noise Within
by Edmund Whelan - Oct 9, 2026

A Noise Within, in Pasadena, puts on the hit Broadway musical Come From Away this October. With co-artistic director and theatre co-founder Julia Rodriguez-Elliott directing the show, the musical has become the centerpiece of the 2026-27 season.

MEN ON BOATS to Open at Blackfriars Theatre in Rochester
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026

Blackfriars Theatre will present Jaclyn Backhaus's historical comedy MEN ON BOATS, a non-gendered retelling of the 1869 Colorado River expedition led by John Wesley Powell.

Heather Matarazzo, Héctor Elizondo & Kathleen Marshall Set for Garry Marshall Theatre Fundraiser
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2026

Garry Marshall Theatre will celebrate the 25th anniversary of THE PRINCESS DIARIES and honor Barbara Marshall at its annual fundraiser, featuring film cast members and launching the Barbara Marshall Opportunity Initiative.

Review: THE GREAT GATSBY at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - Sep 29, 2026

There’s a reason The Great Gatsby keeps finding its way back onto American stages. The story may take place in the 1920s, but its characters are still dealing with things that haven't gone away: money, social status, jealousy and obsession.

A DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2 to Open at Little Fish Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026

Lucas Hnath's Tony-nominated play returns to Redondo Beach, exploring the aftermath of Nora's departure from Ibsen's original. The production stars Tara Donovan, Patrick Vest, Shirley Hatton, and Adrianne Gaor, directed by Stephanie A. Coltrin.

Photos: FRANKENSTEIN to Open Richmond Shakespeare Season 28
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026

Richmond Shakespeare will present David Catlin's adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, directed by Foster Solomon, at Virginia Rep's Theatre Gym in Richmond, Virginia.

Photos: Bryan Adams Announces Second Sydney Show and Gold Coast BARE BONES Concert
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026

Bryan Adams announced a second Sydney arena show following the first sold-out performance, plus an exclusive acoustic BARE BONES concert on the Gold Coast during his Roll With The Punches Tour.

Review: NEWSIES at Bastrop Opera House
by Victoria Schwarz - Sep 15, 2026

Bastrop Opera House’s NEWSIES shines with exceptional young talent, strong vocals, athletic choreography, and heartfelt performances, bringing humor, energy, and plenty of charm to this intimate stage.

TROUBLE WITH KIDS to Open at Hope Mill Theatre Manchester
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2026

Ben Nickless's new comedy-drama about fertility, fame and friendship will feature Lee Latchford-Evans, Janice Connolly, Steve Royle and other TV and theatre performers at Manchester's Hope Mill Theatre.

Review: FREDDIE: A GIRL at Taffety Punk Theatre Company
by David Friscic - Sep 1, 2026

Freddie: A Girl (now being presented by the Taffety Punk Theatre Company) is a triumph of theatrical form over content. The subject of resistance fighters against the Nazis in World War II is obviously a fraught and very serious business especially in these polarized times-- but Director Lise Bruneau and the Playwright Kelsey Mesa have subverted the material into a thrilling, pulpy, and brightly- colored panoply of moods and episodic high-adrenaline impressions. Each scene in this uniquely interesting play highlight the often-contradictory demands of standing up to do what is right no matter what the cost.  Bravery in the realm of doing what is right requires constant drive and dedication but this fact is not presented via linear stereotypical tropes but, rather, via constant almost-impressionistic episodic action.

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom to Return Flint Rep to Elgood Theatre
by Rachel Stone - Aug 31, 2026

Flint Repertory Theatre will present August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom at the Elgood Theatre, featuring live onstage music and Yewande Odetoyinbo as the legendary blues singer.

DRACULA to Return to Renaissance Theatre's Theatre 166
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2026

The Renaissance Theatre's horror adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula will return to the intimate Theatre 166 with returning cast members, new music, and additional scares following an earlier sold-out engagement.

EUREKA DAY to Open Blackfriars Theatre's 77th Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2026

Blackfriars Theatre will open its 77th season with EUREKA DAY, a comedy about a vaccine outbreak that fractures a progressive school community in Berkeley, California.

I PAGLIACCI to Open at Nebula Performances of Vancouver
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2026

Nebula Performances will stage Ruggero Leoncavallo's I PAGLIACCI at Nebula Performance Hall in Vancouver, featuring emerging Canadian singers alongside international opera performers.

AMADEUS, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH to Lead Rec Room Arts' Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026

Rec Room Arts in Houston will mark its 10th anniversary season with AMADEUS, ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, and the Houston premiere of THE LIGHT FANTASTIC.

LA TRAVIATA to Return to Canadian Opera Company This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026

Kathryn Lewek and Lucia Cesaroni will share the role of Violetta as the Canadian Opera Company brings Verdi's LA TRAVIATA back to the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.

WHO ASKED? Tour by DOMi & JD BECK to Hit Australia This November
by Joshua Wright - Aug 4, 2026

Grammy-nominated duo DOMi & JD BECK will bring the WHO ASKED? Tour to Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, following the release of their sophomore album.

SUNDAY SALON - LA DONNA IN MUSICA Will Come to The Drama Factory in August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026

Sunday Salon - La Donna in Musica will come to the Drama Factory in August. The performance will feature music by Helen Liu, Josie McClure and Coila-Leah Enderstein.

URINETOWN to Open at Blackfriars Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2026

Blackfriars Theatre in Rochester, NY will present URINETOWN through its Summer Intensive program, featuring a cast of performers aged 16-24 pursuing careers in theatre arts.

ESL ROCHESTER FRINGE FESTIVAL to Feature 297 Productions in 15th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026

The ESL Rochester Fringe Festival announced its full lineup for its 15th season, featuring 715 performances of 297 productions at 45 venues, including CIRCUS IN THE CITY and comedian Pete Davidson as headliner.