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Interview: Michael Van Duzer of INCITATION TO THE DANCE at Theatre West
by Gavin Glynn - Feb 26, 2026

Recently, Michael’s production of the new play, Incitation of the Dance, opened at Theatre West. Its title Inspired by Gene Kelly's 1956 film; Invitation to the Dance, this dark comedy explores the complexities of older gay relationships—described by one critic as a 'gay gray play.' The production runs from February 27 to March 15. $10 off for tix bought in advance online.   It will be followed by a two-night engagement of My Uterus: A Womb with a View, written and performed by DINA MORRONE.  On  Mother's Day there will be a Theatre West cabaret concert of 30 years of Broadway hit show tunes for moms, dads, sibs and caretakers.  

Review: HERE LIES LOVE at Mark Taper Forum
by Evan Henerson - Feb 22, 2026

With so many delights and leaning heavily into both the political moment that is recounts and what America is experiencing in the here and now, HERE LIES LOVE rocks as aggressively as it rallies.

Video: HERE LIES LOVE At Center Theater Group
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026

Center Theatre Group has released video highlights of its new production of the hit musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum has been extended for two additional weeks and must close on April 5, 2026.

Jamie Wax Named Inaugural Playwright-in-Residence at The Hanover Theatre Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

The Hanover Theatre Repertory (THT Rep) has named Jamie Wax its inaugural Playwright-in-Residence. Wax returns to THT Rep after his commanding performance in Doubt: A Parable and fresh off his first Broadway play, Call Me Izzy.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 18, 2026- STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Welcomes Teen Critics and More
by - Feb 18, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: HERE LIES LOVE at CTGLA's Mark Taper Forum
by Joshua Wright - Feb 17, 2026

Get a first look at Center Theatre Group's new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum. The press opening is set for tomorrow, February 18th, 2026.

THE MONKEY KING, FRANKENSTEIN & More Win 13th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 16, 2026

The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild has announced the winners of the 13th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards, which include San Francisco Opera's The Monkey King and Frankenstein at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Check out the full list of nominations and winners here.

HERE LIES LOVE Extends Run at Center Theatre Group
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Center Theatre Group has announced that its new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum has been extended for two additional weeks and must close on April 5, 2026.

SWEENEY TODD & More Lead Los Angeles's Winter 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by BWW Staff - Feb 5, 2026

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Winter 2026 include Sweeney Todd and more.

Center Theatre Group to Showcase Spring/Summer 2026 CTG:FWD Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026

Center Theatre Group announces CTG:FWD programming for the spring and summer of 2026, featuring a special return engagement of GUAC at the Kirk Douglas Theatre, the return of MUSE/IQUE with two new concerts at the Mark Taper Forum, and ¡SÍ SE PUEDE!, a world premiere play that will tour throughout Los Angeles. 

Joel Grey and Phylicia Rashad to be Honored at Center Theatre Group 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Center Theatre Group will present CTG: The Gala, the not-for-profit's annual event which will be held at The Music Center, featuring cocktails and dinner on the Jerry Moss Plaza and a one-night-only show at the Mark Taper Forum.

Interview: Theatre Life with Shannon Cochran
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 23, 2026

Today’s subject Shannon Cochran is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in the stage version of the horror movie franchise Paranormal Activity. The show runs from Jan 28th through February 7th at STC’s Harman Hall.

Award-Winning Show BLACK BASTARD Returns to LA LGBT Center for Exclusive Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026

Jon Joseph Gentry's acclaimed solo show BLACK BASTARD, celebrated for its dynamic storytelling and character portrayal, will be staged at the LA LGBT Center on January 23, 2026. The one-night-only event follows a successful run at the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival and includes a post-show discussion with Gentry.

Cast Set for MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026

Ma Rainey and her band return to The Goodman this spring in a major revival—and a reunion of two Chicago theater legends. Goodman Family Resident Director Chuck Smith directs August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom with Associate/Music Director Harry J. Lennix.

GOD OF CARNAGE and WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Come to South Coast Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026

South Coast Repertory will open 2026 with a rotating repertory of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run For a Second Time
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026

A second extension has been announced for the West End premiere of Paranormal Activity, which is now booking through to Saturday 25 April 2026. Learn more here!

DEATH BECOMES HER, WICKED: FOR GOOD & More Receive Nominations for 13th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 29, 2025

The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild has announced the nominations for the 13th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards, which include honors for Broadway's Death Becomes Her and Beetlejuice, along with Wicked: For Good.

Reanne Acasio, Joshua Dela Cruz and More to Star in HERE LIES LOVE at the Mark Taper Forum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025

Center Theatre Group has revealed the cast for a new production of the musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum featuring music by Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim.

Interview: Juliette Carrillo of GO, DOG, GO! at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - Dec 10, 2025

Children's Theatre Company is prepring to delight Twin Cities audiences once again with their new production, Go, Dog, Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve! P.D. Eastman’s classic book lands onstage with roller-skating, bike-riding, and scoot-scootering dogs!

Video: John McCook Looks Back at Broadway Start in WEST SIDE STORY Revival
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025

During an appearance on CBS's Soapy podcast, John McCook shared his short-lived Broadway experience in a 1964 City Center revival of West Side Story and how it led to his long career in Hollywood. Watch the clip now.