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The Phillips Center is a versatile venue that does it all. On any given night you can see a Broadway show, music ensembles, or a public figure telling their life’s story. With a 1700+ seat theater flanked by two reception foyers and ample refreshments available, this building houses everything you need for an entertaining and enlightening experience. Other event spaces within the Phillips Center include: the Fackler Foyers (East and West), UpStage at the Phillips Center and the Squitieri Studio Theatre.News
Opera Orlando Unveils 2026 OPERAZZI BASH: A Night Under a Thousand Blossoms
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026
Opera Orlando will host its 2026 OPERAZZI BASH at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The fundraiser will support the company’s education programs, including the Opera Orlando Youth Company.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026
Opera Orlando will host its 2026 OPERAZZI BASH at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The fundraiser will support the company’s education programs, including the Opera Orlando Youth Company.
58 Participating Regional Awards Programs Set for 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
DEATH BECOMES HER, THE GREAT GATSBY, and More Set For Dr. Phillips Center 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has announced the 26/27 AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Season, a lineup of 10 productions that reflects the continued growth of Orlando as one of the nation's leading Broadway touring markets.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has announced the 26/27 AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Season, a lineup of 10 productions that reflects the continued growth of Orlando as one of the nation's leading Broadway touring markets.
Chicago Philharmonic Joins SLEEPING AT LAST for Orlando Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
The Chicago Philharmonic will collaborate with artist Ryan O'Neal, known as Sleeping At Last, for a concert at the Dr. Phillips Center's Walt Disney Theater in Orlando on February 28, showcasing the impact of Chicago's artists on a national scale.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
The Chicago Philharmonic will collaborate with artist Ryan O'Neal, known as Sleeping At Last, for a concert at the Dr. Phillips Center's Walt Disney Theater in Orlando on February 28, showcasing the impact of Chicago's artists on a national scale.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from January 2026
by Team BWW - Feb 10, 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
by Team BWW - Feb 10, 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 9, 2026- MOULIN ROUGE! Sets Final Broadway Bow and More
by - Feb 9, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 9, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Feb 9, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 9, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Video: SILENT NIGHT at Opera Orlando
by Joshua Wright - Feb 6, 2026
Get a first look at Opera Orlando's production of SILENT NIGHT this weekend for two nights ONLY at the Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 6, 2026
Get a first look at Opera Orlando's production of SILENT NIGHT this weekend for two nights ONLY at the Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Orlando Sings to Present Spanish-Language Version of Handel's MESSIAH
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026
Orlando Sings will present El Mesías, a rarely performed Spanish-language performance of Handel’s beloved Messiah, on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 pm.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026
Orlando Sings will present El Mesías, a rarely performed Spanish-language performance of Handel’s beloved Messiah, on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 pm.
Video: First Orchestra Dress Highlights For SILENT NIGHT
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2026
Get in on the action with Opera Orlando's production of SILENT NIGHT this weekend for two nights ONLY at the Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Watch the video trailer1
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2026
Get in on the action with Opera Orlando's production of SILENT NIGHT this weekend for two nights ONLY at the Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Watch the video trailer1
Opera Orlando to Offer Student Rush Tickets for SILENT NIGHT Performances
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Opera Orlando is offering $15 STUDENT RUSH tickets for all performances of Silent Night this weekend in Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Opera Orlando is offering $15 STUDENT RUSH tickets for all performances of Silent Night this weekend in Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
THE MIRROR CRACK'D & More Lead Florida's February 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jan 29, 2026
Florida 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 February 2026 include The Mirror Crack'd and more!
by Team BWW - Jan 29, 2026
Florida 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 February 2026 include The Mirror Crack'd and more!
Tori Amos Sets Release of New Album 'In Times of Dragons' and Summer Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026
Singer-songwriter Tori Amos, composer of the stage musical The Light Princess, has set the release of her 18th studio album, In Times of Dragons, which will arrive alongside a summer tour.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026
Singer-songwriter Tori Amos, composer of the stage musical The Light Princess, has set the release of her 18th studio album, In Times of Dragons, which will arrive alongside a summer tour.
A TASTE OF IRELAND Adds Performances in Florida
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2026
The global smash hit and one of the world’s top Irish music and dance productions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, has added two additional performances to its tour in the Sunshine State.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2026
The global smash hit and one of the world’s top Irish music and dance productions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, has added two additional performances to its tour in the Sunshine State.
Video: *NSYNC's Joey Fatone Sings Backstreet Boys at & JULIET National Tour Soundcheck in Orlando
by Gillian Blum - Jan 10, 2026
*NSYNC's Joey Fatone, currently playing Lance in the & Juliet national tour's Orlando stop, sings a Backstreet Boys song at the show's soundcheck in a new video.
by Gillian Blum - Jan 10, 2026
*NSYNC's Joey Fatone, currently playing Lance in the & Juliet national tour's Orlando stop, sings a Backstreet Boys song at the show's soundcheck in a new video.
Video: Joey Fatone Earns 20-Second Ovation On First Entrance In & JULIET National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2026
Pop icon Joey Fatone received a 20-second ovation on his first entrance after joining the North American tour of & JULIET, reprising the role of Lance following his recent Broadway run. Watch the video of his first entrace below!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2026
Pop icon Joey Fatone received a 20-second ovation on his first entrance after joining the North American tour of & JULIET, reprising the role of Lance following his recent Broadway run. Watch the video of his first entrace below!
Opera Orlando Unveils Additional Events Ahead Of SILENT NIGHT Mainstage Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Opera Orlando will present the Pulitzer Prize–winning opera Silent Night at Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The production features music by Kevin Puts and a libretto by Mark Campbell and is based on the story of the 1914 Christmas Truce.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Opera Orlando will present the Pulitzer Prize–winning opera Silent Night at Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The production features music by Kevin Puts and a libretto by Mark Campbell and is based on the story of the 1914 Christmas Truce.
Joshua Henry & More Lead Florida's January 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jan 8, 2026
Florida 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 January 2026 include Joshua Henry in concert and more.
by Team BWW - Jan 8, 2026
Florida 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 January 2026 include Joshua Henry in concert and more.
Joey Fatone to Join & JULIET North American Tour for Limited Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
Joey Fatone will join the North American Tour company of & Juliet, reprising the role of ‘Lance’ following his recent Broadway run. Fatone will join the touring cast for an exclusive engagement in his hometown when the show plays Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando, FL.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
Joey Fatone will join the North American Tour company of & Juliet, reprising the role of ‘Lance’ following his recent Broadway run. Fatone will join the touring cast for an exclusive engagement in his hometown when the show plays Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando, FL.
World Irish Dance Champions to Bring A TASTE OF IRELAND to Florida
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2025
A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, is come to the Sunshine State at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando this winter.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2025
A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, is come to the Sunshine State at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando this winter.
Chase Padgett Will Return With 6 STRING CHRISTMAS At The Doctor Phillips Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Chase Padgett will return to the stage with 6 STRING CHRISTMAS, a holiday cabaret blending music, comedy, and storytelling.The production will feature live guitar performance, personal stories, and seasonal songs.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Chase Padgett will return to the stage with 6 STRING CHRISTMAS, a holiday cabaret blending music, comedy, and storytelling.The production will feature live guitar performance, personal stories, and seasonal songs.
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