Phoenix Theatre

Interview: Department Chair Robert Caisley On the University of Idaho's Distance-Based M.F.A. in Theatre Arts
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2026

Playwright and Department Chair Robert Caisley discusses the University of Idaho's distance-based M.F.A. in Theatre Arts, a flexible online program that lets working theatre professionals earn their degree without leaving their careers or communities.

Video: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Cast Films Video Screen Content At The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2026

The Phoenix Theatre Company shared behind-the-scenes footage of its DEAR EVAN HANSEN cast filming green screen clips for the show's digital set as the production nears the end of its run.

THE TRUTH to Add Extra Performance at Apollo Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026

An additional matinee has been added for THE TRUTH at the Apollo Theatre, starring Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee, due to popular demand.

STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Graphic Novel to Be Released by Dark Horse Books
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2026

Dark Horse Books announced an 80-page graphic novel adaptation of the Tony Award-winning play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, based on the production currently running in London and New York City, priced at $19.99.

ROPE DROP: THE UNOFFICIAL DISNEY PARKS COMEDY to Play The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026

Jordan Li-Smith and Ayesha Patel's comedy show celebrating Disney Parks fandom will run at The Other Palace, featuring a live band and rotating special guests across performances.

VIDEO: LES MISÉRABLES at Phoenix Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Jul 22, 2026

Get a first look at LES MISÉRABLES at The Phoenix Theatre Company, now extended to October 18, 2026 due to exceptional ticket demand. The company reports that tickets are selling faster than for any production in its history, prompting the addition of new performance dates to meet audience interest.

LES MISÉRABLES to Open at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026

The Phoenix Theatre Company will present LES MISÉRABLES, one of the first stagings in the country since the national tour's close, directed by Brendan Stackhouse, former Resident Director of the North American Tour.

Review: LES MISÉRABLES at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Jul 20, 2026

A monumental production, brilliantly directed and choreographed by Brendan Stackhouse and true to Victor Hugo's vision.

Summer Strallen Will Join BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL in London as 'Delia Deetz'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026

Four-time Olivier Award-nominee Summer Strallen, will take on the role of Delia Deetz in the London production of Beetlejuice The Musical for a strictly limited season. Learn more here!

Review: TREVOR: THE MUSICAL at Live Theatre Workshop
by Zach Wetzel - Jul 19, 2026

TREVOR: THE MUSICAL is an essential production that will move and inspire audiences.

Video: Watch a Preview of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Michael Major - Jul 16, 2026

Farmers Alley Theatre posted a promo video for its upcoming production of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical, opening July 9 in Kalamazoo.

Review: HOW TO DIE IN JAPAN at District Fringe
by Aidan O'Connor - Jul 14, 2026

If nothing else in this world, we all have one thing in common – everyone is born, and everyone will die. Regardless of the country or culture shaping us, every human encounters the daunting ambiguity and the rigid finality of the end of this life sentence equally. Contrastly, our experience with death while living is sculpted by our varying cultures. How to Die in Japan, an entertaining one-woman show at District Fringe, uses honest comedy to explore the convergence of Japanese and American cultures surrounding the end of life.

Review: PLEASE CLAP! at District Fringe
by Jake Bridges - Jul 12, 2026

What did our critic think of PLEASE CLAP! at District Fringe?

Review: WHO DID IT? AN IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY at Phoenix Theatre of the UDC Theatre Of The Arts
by Doug Poms - Jul 11, 2026

WHO DID IT? AN IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY is a hilarious improv comedy show in which the audience plays a key role in setting up the murder scene, making each performance different and new. Performances continue through July 25 as part of District Fringe.

Interview: Theatre Life with Peggy McKowen
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 10, 2026

Today’s subject Peggy McKowen is currently living her theatre life as the Artistic Director for one of the most important theatre festivals for new plays in the country Contemporary American Theatre Festival (CATF). Located at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia this year’s festival will present five new plays in repertory between July 10th and August 2nd. 2026 marks CATF’s 36th season.

BEYOND THE STARDUST to Open at The Flea With Full Cast Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026

The Flea announced the cast of BEYOND THE STARDUST, an immersive nightlife show conceived by Niegel Smith and The Illustrious Blacks, featuring aerialists, vocalists, and dancers in an Afro-disco-space-punk production.

ONCE to Open at Theatrikos Theatre Company in Flagstaff This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026

Theatrikos Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE, directed by Jan Rominger, at its Flagstaff, AZ venue. The cast doubles as the orchestra, performing live on stage.

Video: Sneak Peek of 'At the End of the Day' From LES MISERABLES at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026

Get a first look inside rehearsals for Les Misérables at The Phoenix Theatre Company with this sneak peek of 'At the End of the Day.' Les Misérables returns to the stage tells a timeless story of courage, love, and sacrifice.

Video: Watch 'Only Us' From DEAR EVAN HANSEN at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2026

The Phoenix Theatre Company has shared a sneak peek of 'Only Us' from its current production of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical, playing in the Hormel Theatre. Watch the video!

Syracuse Stage Artistic Director Bob Hupp to Retire in 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026

Syracuse Stage's current artistic director Robert Hupp will retire after a decade of leading the region’s premier professional theatre. He will step down at the completion of the 2026/2027 season after programming the 2027/2028 season.