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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
Video: First Look at THE MERRY WIDOW at Opera Orlando
by Joshua Wright - Apr 24, 2026
Opera Orlando has released first look footage of THE MERRY WIDOW, Franz Lehár's effervescent operetta playing two performances only at Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 24, 2026
Opera Orlando has released first look footage of THE MERRY WIDOW, Franz Lehár's effervescent operetta playing two performances only at Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
THE MERRY WIDOW at Opera Orlando Will Offer $15 Student Rush Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Opera Orlando is offering $15 student and faculty rush tickets for THE MERRY WIDOW, available up to two hours before each performance with valid ID at Steinmetz Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Opera Orlando is offering $15 student and faculty rush tickets for THE MERRY WIDOW, available up to two hours before each performance with valid ID at Steinmetz Hall.
Video: Inside Rehearsals for THE MERRY WIDOW at Opera Orlando
by Joshua Wright - Apr 21, 2026
Opera Orlando has released rehearsal footage of THE MERRY WIDOW, Franz Lehár's effervescent operetta now playing two performances only at Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 21, 2026
Opera Orlando has released rehearsal footage of THE MERRY WIDOW, Franz Lehár's effervescent operetta now playing two performances only at Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Photos: Theatre UCF's LEGALLY BLONDE Brought Robot Dogs to the Stage
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2026
Two robot dogs walked across the Walt Disney Theater stage during Theatre UCF's production of Legally Blonde - operated live, in real time, by theater students trained in the university's engineering labs.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2026
Two robot dogs walked across the Walt Disney Theater stage during Theatre UCF's production of Legally Blonde - operated live, in real time, by theater students trained in the university's engineering labs.
Sarah Joy Miller And Gabriel Preisser To Lead Opera Orlando’s THE MERRY WIDOW
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
Opera Orlando will present THE MERRY WIDOW on April 24 & 26 at Steinmetz Hall, featuring soprano Sarah Joy Miller, Grammy winner Gabriel Preisser, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, and dancers from Orlando Ballet.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
Opera Orlando will present THE MERRY WIDOW on April 24 & 26 at Steinmetz Hall, featuring soprano Sarah Joy Miller, Grammy winner Gabriel Preisser, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, and dancers from Orlando Ballet.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF & More Lead Florida's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Orlando 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. Check out our top picks in Florida for Spring 2026!
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Orlando 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. Check out our top picks in Florida for Spring 2026!
OUTLANDER IN CONCERT: ECHOES THROUGH THE HIGHLANDS World Tour Dates Unveiled
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026
The global tour dates for “Outlander in Concert: Echoes Through the Highlands” have been revealed. The tour will take place this fall, stopping in more than 75 cities across the United States and Europe.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026
The global tour dates for “Outlander in Concert: Echoes Through the Highlands” have been revealed. The tour will take place this fall, stopping in more than 75 cities across the United States and Europe.
Opera Orlando Reveals Lineup of THE MERRY WIDOW Events
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Opera Orlando has announced a series of engaging events leading up to their production of THE MERRY WIDOW, featuring Sarah Joy Miller, known from HBO's 'The Gilded Age'.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Opera Orlando has announced a series of engaging events leading up to their production of THE MERRY WIDOW, featuring Sarah Joy Miller, known from HBO's 'The Gilded Age'.
Orlando Family Stage Will Bring Centennial Celebration Concert to the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Orlando Family Stage will present a unique concert experience combining the worlds of Broadway, Star Wars, and Sesame Street on April 2 at Steinmetz Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Orlando Family Stage will present a unique concert experience combining the worlds of Broadway, Star Wars, and Sesame Street on April 2 at Steinmetz Hall.
Jodi Benson To Star In INTO THE WOODS At Dr. Phillips Center’s Steinmetz Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
Jodi Benson will star as The Witch in INTO THE WOODS at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts’ Steinmetz Hall in Orlando. The limited summer engagement marks Benson’s return to the venue.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
Jodi Benson will star as The Witch in INTO THE WOODS at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts’ Steinmetz Hall in Orlando. The limited summer engagement marks Benson’s return to the venue.
RENT: in Concert Coming to Dr. Phillips Center to Celebrate 30th Anniversary
by Joshua Wright - Feb 25, 2026
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking rock musical RENT, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts presents RENT in Concert-- a powerful performance that spotlights the score that transformed musical theater
by Joshua Wright - Feb 25, 2026
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking rock musical RENT, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts presents RENT in Concert-- a powerful performance that spotlights the score that transformed musical theater
Little Radical Theatrics to Present SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Doctor Phillips Center
by Gillian Blum - Feb 22, 2026
Little Radical Theatrics will present its Spring 2026 production, Something Rotten!, at the Doctor Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 22, 2026
Little Radical Theatrics will present its Spring 2026 production, Something Rotten!, at the Doctor Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando.
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.
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