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Austin Playhouse announces the cast and creatives for the heartwarming musical The Spitfire Grill. Based on the 1996 film, this American musical received nominations for Best Musical.

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

What did our critic think of TROUBLE IN MIND at Seat Of Pants Productions? The late-Alice Childress, the author of TROUBLE IN MIND, now being staged by Seat of the Pants Productions, was an American novelist, playwright, and actress, who was acknowledged as the only African-American woman to have written, produced, and published plays for four decades.

The Ladies Man, a new musical with 24 original songs by Justin Mortelliti and Shannon Hunt, will have a private industry reading on November 3 in New York.  

Join us on a magical journey down the yellow brick road with 'THE WIZARD OF OZ' at Playhouse on the Square! Experience the beloved classic brought to life on stage. Don't miss this enchanting production!

State Theatre New Jersey presents Rock ‘N Roll Doo Wop Spectacular featuring Chubby Checker, The Doo Wop Project, The Duprees, and Vinnie Medugo. Learn more about the performance here!

The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced the release of their first album, Holidays at The Hanover Theatre Volume 1.

After a two-year hiatus due to the global pandemic, the Charm City Fringe Festival will return from September 29th to October 8th, 2023. This year's festival promises to be a reunion for the books.

Wilmington Concert Opera, the minority and women run opera company of Delaware, will present their proposed 2020 season, including Hansel und Gretel. Find out more about the show here!

Cobb PARKS and the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre are returning to live theatre with William Finn's A NEW BRAIN in September. This rarely-produced musical features ten actors and seven musicians. It runs for just two performances, September 16 & 17.

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed full cast and creative team for Swept Away. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

The Doo Wop Project pays homage to the roots of group singing and celebrates the legacy of African American harmonies that laid the foundation for American pop and rock. Tracing back to the early days of tight harmonies on inner-city street corners, this extraordinary show has been embraced by audiences worldwide for its authenticity and vocal excellence.

The National Center for Choreography - Akron (NCCAkron) has announced its next Creative Administration Research (CAR) open application period. Learn more about how to apply here!

Chicago 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. Out top picks in Chicago for September 2023 include MJ, The Color Purple, Rock of Ages and more!

The National Center for Choreography-Akron (NCCAkron) announces a $1 million multi-year award from the Mellon Foundation to continue and evolve its signature Creative Administration Research (CAR) program. Launched in 2020, the CAR program supports U.S. dance artists and challenges the field to think beyond the boundaries of known, traditional models and 'best practices.'

Fort Salem Theater has announced its highly anticipated 2024 season, offering an exceptional array of performances that promise to captivate audiences and bring unforgettable theatrical experiences to the community.