Theatre West

Video: Isa Briones Says Starring on Broadway is 'Different Now' After THE PITT
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2026

Isa Briones has returned to her theater roots in Just in Time, though she admits her experience has changed since the last time she was onstage, now that she is known for her role in The Pitt. Watch her discuss her experience on Late Night with Seth Meyers.

Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST 10th Anniversary Tour From Shakespeare in the Squares
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

Shakespeare in the Squares announced the full cast for its tenth anniversary production of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, directed by Toby Gordon, touring London squares for one night each across multiple venues.

THE COTTAGE To Have Bay Area Premiere at Palo Alto Players
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026

Palo Alto Players will present the Bay Area Regional Premiere of THE COTTAGE, a romantic comedy about desire and infidelity, at the Lucie Stern Theater. Tickets start at $20.

Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden Will Lead UK Tour of CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden will play Chris' parents in a new UK tour of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, opening at Birmingham Rep before touring nationally.

Brian Justin Crum Will Lead MTW's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026

Musical Theatre West announced Brian Justin Crum, known for his viral America's Got Talent performance and Broadway credits including Wicked, will star as Joseph at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach.

ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE To Play This Summer At Gretna Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 10, 2026

This summer, Gretna Theatre opens its 2026 season with Always... Patsy Cline, bringing audiences a heartfelt, toe-tapping tribute to the legendary country singer. Inspired by the true story of Patsy Cline’s friendship with devoted fan Louise Seger.

CASPER, THE RESCUE DOG Storytelling Event Will Come to Theatre West
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026

Theatre West in Los Angeles will present a free children's storytelling hour featuring author Dr. Meg Palisoc reading CASPER, THE RESCUE DOG, with live actors, a musician, and each child receiving two copies of the book.

Mischief's THESPIANS Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

HOME Manchester, JPT Productions, and Mercury Theatre Colchester will present THESPIANS, a new production from Mischief, the company behind the hit comedy franchise.

EVERY BRILLIANT THING Will Come to the New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present EVERY BRILLIANT THING, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and directed by Jenny Sullivan, starring Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper at the New Vic Theatre.

Musical Theatre West Gets $65K Gift to Fund Broadway-Scale Orchestras for 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026

Musical Theatre West received a $65,000 gift from Joel and Karen Fierberg to fund expanded live orchestras across four productions in its 2026 Season of Dreams, including MAN OF LA MANCHA and IN THE HEIGHTS.

Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Reveals 2026/27 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra has announced the inaugural season of Music Director Tarmo Peltokoski. A total of 35 orchestral programmes have been unveiled for 2026/27.

Laura James, Tim Realbuto, and Nigel Lythgoe Will Lead MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN at Theatre West
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026

'Raging Bull' actress Laura James, 'Bobcat Moretti' star Tim Realbuto, and four-time Emmy winner Nigel Lythgoe will lead a staged reading of Brecht's MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN at Theatre West in Hollywood.

SUEÑOS: OUR AMERICAN MUSICAL to Receive Dance Workshop at PCPA & Cal Poly SLO
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026

Jesse J. Sanchez and choreographer Marissa Herrera will serve as artists-in-residence at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, workshopping movement for SUEÑOS: OUR AMERICAN MUSICAL in partnership with PCPA, culminating in an informal presentation.

MOTHER COURAGE at Theatre West To Star Laura James, Tim Realbuto & Nigel Lythgoe
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026

Laura James, Tim Realbuto, and four-time Emmy winner Nigel Lythgoe will lead a staged reading of Bertolt Brecht's MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN at Theatre West in Hollywood, directed by Louis Fantasia.

Video: Watch Isa Briones Sing Karaoke in THE PITT Season 2 Finale
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2026

In a mid-credits scene from The Pitt Season Two finale, Dr. Santos, played by Isa Briones, let loose alongside Dr. King to cover Alanis Morissette's You Oughta Know at a karaoke bar. Watch the duo rock out to the song in the clip.

THE PITT on Stage: A Guide to the Theater Stars in the Hit Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

With the Season 2 finale of The Pitt almost here, we have rounded up some of the stage stars who have made regular appearances on the hit series during its first two seasons.

Video: Isa Briones Reflects on Broadway Return in JUST IN TIME on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2026

During a recent visit to TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle, Isa Briones spoke about coming back to Broadway in Just in Time, and also confirmed her return as Dr. Santos for the third season of the hit series The Pitt. Watch the interview now.

TheatreWorks and Hershey Felder Will Screen THE ASSEMBLY Documentary in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley and Hershey Felder will screen the documentary THE ASSEMBLY on May 4 at Fox Theatre in Redwood City, followed by a live musical performance and Q&A with Felder and the film's stars.

Review: IN THE HEIGHTS Returns to Musical Theatre West
by Michael Quintos - Apr 13, 2026

Bursting with contagious rhythm, irrepressible heart, and an abiding sense of community pride, Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony Award-winning 2008 original Broadway musical IN THE HEIGHTS remains one of the most vibrant and emotionally resonant contemporary musicals to emerge from the early 21st century. For Musical Theatre West, this current 2026 production of the musical—which continues performances at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach through April 26, 2026—is an anticipated return of a musical that this company first staged back in the Fall of 2017. In essence, it's nice to come home to something comfortably familiar.

New Play CASSATT to Open May 29 at Theatre West
by Gillian Blum - Apr 13, 2026

The new play Cassatt, written and directed by Arden Teresa Lewis, will run May 29-June 28 at Theatre West in Los Angeles, with performances at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. on Sundays.