A Greatest Showman' Musical Is Coming to the Stage, in BritainDisney Theatrical Group is adapting The Greatest Showman for the stage, set to premiere in 2026.
Broadway stars make for funny allies in 'The Prom'The musical 'The Prom' highlights the importance of empathy and artistic expression in response to homophobia and social prejudice.
Play On! - Talawa Theatre, Lyric Hammersmith - ReviewPlay On! cleverly blends Shakespearean themes with jazz, showcasing the struggle for female musicians in a male-dominated era.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical: It's bonkers, and a bit bananas tooMoulin Rouge! transforms into a thrilling musical adaptation that promises excitement and engagement from start to finish.
Murder, He Wrote: Playwright Min Kahng on 'Happy Pleasant Valley'The world premiere of 'Happy Pleasant Valley' showcases collaboration between playwright, director, and actors, focusing on generational perspectives in a comedic murder mystery context.
Manchester theatre suspends Dolly Parton musical over homophobic abuseHomophobic abuse disrupted a Dolly Parton-themed musical in Manchester, highlighting ongoing intolerance towards LGBTQ+ representation in the arts.
A Greatest Showman' Musical Is Coming to the Stage, in BritainDisney Theatrical Group is adapting The Greatest Showman for the stage, set to premiere in 2026.
Broadway stars make for funny allies in 'The Prom'The musical 'The Prom' highlights the importance of empathy and artistic expression in response to homophobia and social prejudice.
Play On! - Talawa Theatre, Lyric Hammersmith - ReviewPlay On! cleverly blends Shakespearean themes with jazz, showcasing the struggle for female musicians in a male-dominated era.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical: It's bonkers, and a bit bananas tooMoulin Rouge! transforms into a thrilling musical adaptation that promises excitement and engagement from start to finish.
Murder, He Wrote: Playwright Min Kahng on 'Happy Pleasant Valley'The world premiere of 'Happy Pleasant Valley' showcases collaboration between playwright, director, and actors, focusing on generational perspectives in a comedic murder mystery context.
Manchester theatre suspends Dolly Parton musical over homophobic abuseHomophobic abuse disrupted a Dolly Parton-themed musical in Manchester, highlighting ongoing intolerance towards LGBTQ+ representation in the arts.
Mamma Mia!' Is Returning to Broadway This SummerMamma Mia! returns to Broadway this summer after a decade-long absence, aiming to deliver joy and excitement with its iconic Abba music.
Heathers the Musical is coming back to NYC this summerHeathers the Musical returns to New York in June 2025 with a revised version, including new songs and script lines.
Drawing From Bob Dylan's Songbook, Learning Lessons in MortalityTodd Almond's new book explores the journey of 'Girl From the North Country' on Broadway, reflecting both personal and collective experiences during that time.
Idina Menzel's New Broadway Show Has One Big Similarity To 'Wicked'Idina Menzel's new musical 'Redwood' explores themes of escapism, grief, and resilience through a unique narrative and physical performance.
Hear How a Smash' Song Got a Broadway MakeoverLet Me Be Your Star endures as an iconic song from 'Smash', now reimagined for the new Broadway musical inspired by the show.
How Broadway's 'Smash' gave birth to the most meta advertising campaign in theater historyBroadway's new musical 'Smash' satirizes the theater world while celebrating the chaos of opening night.
Mamma Mia!' Is Returning to Broadway This SummerMamma Mia! returns to Broadway this summer after a decade-long absence, aiming to deliver joy and excitement with its iconic Abba music.
Heathers the Musical is coming back to NYC this summerHeathers the Musical returns to New York in June 2025 with a revised version, including new songs and script lines.
Drawing From Bob Dylan's Songbook, Learning Lessons in MortalityTodd Almond's new book explores the journey of 'Girl From the North Country' on Broadway, reflecting both personal and collective experiences during that time.
Idina Menzel's New Broadway Show Has One Big Similarity To 'Wicked'Idina Menzel's new musical 'Redwood' explores themes of escapism, grief, and resilience through a unique narrative and physical performance.
Hear How a Smash' Song Got a Broadway MakeoverLet Me Be Your Star endures as an iconic song from 'Smash', now reimagined for the new Broadway musical inspired by the show.
How Broadway's 'Smash' gave birth to the most meta advertising campaign in theater historyBroadway's new musical 'Smash' satirizes the theater world while celebrating the chaos of opening night.
$49 Tix: "Back to The Future: The Musical" Live in SF (Final Week)Back to the Future: The Musical will debut in San Francisco in 2025 with exclusive ticket offers available for a limited time.
Review: Back to the Future' musical's re-entry is a little bumpyThe DeLorean production in San Francisco captivates with nostalgia, but lacks the emotional depth needed to sustain its lengthy runtime.
$49 Tix: "Back to The Future: The Musical" Live in SF (Final Week)Back to the Future: The Musical will debut in San Francisco in 2025 with exclusive ticket offers available for a limited time.
Review: Back to the Future' musical's re-entry is a little bumpyThe DeLorean production in San Francisco captivates with nostalgia, but lacks the emotional depth needed to sustain its lengthy runtime.
amBroadway | Heathers' coming to Off-Broadway, Cole Escola to return to Oh, Mary!' and more | amNewYorkHeathers: The Musical will return Off-Broadway at New World Stages on June 22 with the original cast.Oh, Mary! features a unique portrayal of Mary Todd Lincoln, garnering accolades and Tony Award buzz for Cole Escola.
TheatreWorks premieres Happy Pleasant' musical about senior sexThe world premiere of 'Happy Pleasant Valley' combines humor and heart in a unique musical experience.
A magical 'Sailor Moon' live show is coming to NYCSailor Moon live show returns to Times Square, celebrating themes of friendship and empowerment.
Berkeley Playhouse delivers passion and power with 'Jesus Christ Superstar'Berkeley Playhouse's Jesus Christ Superstar receives high praise for its exhilarating production and fresh interpretation of the classic rock opera.
Who Is a 'Back to the Future' Musical For?Back to the Future: The Musical lacks humor and fun, focusing too much on earnestness and character development instead of entertainment.Strong performances shine through, notably Lucas Hallauer as Marty and Cartreze Tucker as Goldie Wilson.
'Virtually Ours' and the power of AI have created a new, unique way of matchmaking'Virtually Ours' creatively blends dating apps with live theater to offer an engaging, interactive romantic experience for audiences.
amBroadway | Heathers' coming to Off-Broadway, Cole Escola to return to Oh, Mary!' and more | amNewYorkHeathers: The Musical will return Off-Broadway at New World Stages on June 22 with the original cast.Oh, Mary! features a unique portrayal of Mary Todd Lincoln, garnering accolades and Tony Award buzz for Cole Escola.
TheatreWorks premieres Happy Pleasant' musical about senior sexThe world premiere of 'Happy Pleasant Valley' combines humor and heart in a unique musical experience.
A magical 'Sailor Moon' live show is coming to NYCSailor Moon live show returns to Times Square, celebrating themes of friendship and empowerment.
Berkeley Playhouse delivers passion and power with 'Jesus Christ Superstar'Berkeley Playhouse's Jesus Christ Superstar receives high praise for its exhilarating production and fresh interpretation of the classic rock opera.
Who Is a 'Back to the Future' Musical For?Back to the Future: The Musical lacks humor and fun, focusing too much on earnestness and character development instead of entertainment.Strong performances shine through, notably Lucas Hallauer as Marty and Cartreze Tucker as Goldie Wilson.
'Virtually Ours' and the power of AI have created a new, unique way of matchmaking'Virtually Ours' creatively blends dating apps with live theater to offer an engaging, interactive romantic experience for audiences.
Brooklyn's Bridge: A new musical that traverses the story behind an American landmarkThe Brooklyn Bridge symbolizes the overlooked contributions of women like Emily Roebling in history and engineering.
'Brooklyn's Bridge' has strong foundation but could be sturdier | ReviewThe musical "Brooklyn's Bridge" highlights Emily Roebling's pivotal role in the bridge's creation but struggles with emotional depth.
Brooklyn's Bridge: A new musical that traverses the story behind an American landmarkThe Brooklyn Bridge symbolizes the overlooked contributions of women like Emily Roebling in history and engineering.
'Brooklyn's Bridge' has strong foundation but could be sturdier | ReviewThe musical "Brooklyn's Bridge" highlights Emily Roebling's pivotal role in the bridge's creation but struggles with emotional depth.
I Went to a Dolly Parton musical in Wimbledon - it was as random as it was brilliantDolly Parton inspires a disillusioned young man during the pandemic through hallucinations, blending humor, emotion, and nostalgia in a unique musical journey.
All Bark, No Bite: RedwoodRedwood is a poignant exploration of grief, showcasing a mother's emotional journey through loss and healing.
Idina Menzel Played Elphaba and Elsa. Now She's Back on Broadway.Idina Menzel discusses her musical 'Redwood', focusing on themes of grief and sanctuary amid nature.
All Bark, No Bite: RedwoodRedwood is a poignant exploration of grief, showcasing a mother's emotional journey through loss and healing.
Idina Menzel Played Elphaba and Elsa. Now She's Back on Broadway.Idina Menzel discusses her musical 'Redwood', focusing on themes of grief and sanctuary amid nature.
'Wicked' stars show up at movie theater in surprising Bay Area cityThe 'Wicked' film screening featured a surprise Q&A with stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, showcasing their insights into performance and vocal training.
How Cynthia Erivo Claimed Her Space in Hollywood, and Held itCynthia Erivo's role in 'Wicked' signifies a shift in narrative, portraying the witch as a figure of understanding and connection amidst adversity.
Wicked: Part 2 renamed to Wicked: For GoodUniversal Pictures has announced a sequel to Wicked titled Wicked: For Good, set to release on November 21, 2025.
The best thing you can do at a Wicked sing-along screening? Be the first one to singParticipating in a sing-along of a challenging musical like Wicked can be intimidating but ultimately rewarding, fostering a sense of community among fans.
Cynthia Erivo teases new song for Wicked sequelCynthia Erivo co-wrote a new song for Wicked: For Good, reflecting Elphaba's emotional journey and growth.
Cynthia Erivo Revealed She Wrote A Song For 'Wicked' Part TwoCynthia Erivo co-wrote a song for the Wicked film sequel, expressing a deep emotional connection to her character Elphaba.
'Wicked' stars show up at movie theater in surprising Bay Area cityThe 'Wicked' film screening featured a surprise Q&A with stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, showcasing their insights into performance and vocal training.
How Cynthia Erivo Claimed Her Space in Hollywood, and Held itCynthia Erivo's role in 'Wicked' signifies a shift in narrative, portraying the witch as a figure of understanding and connection amidst adversity.
Wicked: Part 2 renamed to Wicked: For GoodUniversal Pictures has announced a sequel to Wicked titled Wicked: For Good, set to release on November 21, 2025.
The best thing you can do at a Wicked sing-along screening? Be the first one to singParticipating in a sing-along of a challenging musical like Wicked can be intimidating but ultimately rewarding, fostering a sense of community among fans.
Cynthia Erivo teases new song for Wicked sequelCynthia Erivo co-wrote a new song for Wicked: For Good, reflecting Elphaba's emotional journey and growth.
Cynthia Erivo Revealed She Wrote A Song For 'Wicked' Part TwoCynthia Erivo co-wrote a song for the Wicked film sequel, expressing a deep emotional connection to her character Elphaba.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading WeeklyChildren's Musical Theater presents a lively adaptation of Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer with young performers and upbeat songs.
Urinetown' Review: More Than Toilet Humor'Follow Your Heart' evokes romantic classics while presenting a dystopian commentary on scarce resources and corporate greed in 'Urinetown'.
Jennifer Lopez appears in 'Spider Woman' dress at Sundance's biggest premiereBill Condon's latest film, 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' explores themes of gender and sexuality through a creative lens.
Jennifer Lopez's buzzy new movie musical will premiere at SundanceJennifer Lopez's new movie-musical "Kiss of the Spider Woman" will premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
'Kiss of the Spider Woman' review: Jennifer Lopez's movie-musical is another disappointmentThe film "Kiss of the Spider Woman" highlights Jennifer Lopez's talent but falters due to its narrative mess and discordant visual aesthetics.
Jennifer Lopez appears in 'Spider Woman' dress at Sundance's biggest premiereBill Condon's latest film, 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' explores themes of gender and sexuality through a creative lens.
Jennifer Lopez's buzzy new movie musical will premiere at SundanceJennifer Lopez's new movie-musical "Kiss of the Spider Woman" will premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
'Kiss of the Spider Woman' review: Jennifer Lopez's movie-musical is another disappointmentThe film "Kiss of the Spider Woman" highlights Jennifer Lopez's talent but falters due to its narrative mess and discordant visual aesthetics.
West End Theatre Preview 2025London's West End in 2025 showcases a vibrant mix of reimagined classics and innovative new works, catering to diverse audience preferences.
Little Shop of Horrors review classic rock musical gets exuberant modern-day treatmentThe adaptation of 'Little Shop of Horrors' modernizes its themes, yet struggles with tonal balance between comedy and serious subject matter.
'The Bride' is the movie to see in 2025Maggie Gyllenhaal's "The Bride" is set to redefine the classic Frankenstein narrative through a feminist lens and musical storytelling.
FilmWatch Weekly: Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon sing in 'The End,' Richard Gere regrets in 'Oh, Canada,' and much more * Oregon ArtsWatchOppenheimer's latest film merges musical storytelling with a dystopian narrative but struggles with execution and character depth.
'The End' is an Endless Slog Through the ApocalypseThe End is an intriguing but largely unsuccessful attempt at blending apocalyptic themes with musical elements.
'The Bride' is the movie to see in 2025Maggie Gyllenhaal's "The Bride" is set to redefine the classic Frankenstein narrative through a feminist lens and musical storytelling.
FilmWatch Weekly: Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon sing in 'The End,' Richard Gere regrets in 'Oh, Canada,' and much more * Oregon ArtsWatchOppenheimer's latest film merges musical storytelling with a dystopian narrative but struggles with execution and character depth.
'The End' is an Endless Slog Through the ApocalypseThe End is an intriguing but largely unsuccessful attempt at blending apocalyptic themes with musical elements.
Mufasa: The Lion King's 'Bye Bye' is a tragedy for Disney villain songsDisney has significantly reduced the number of animated villains, resulting in fewer memorable villain songs over the years.The release of 'This Is the Thanks I Get?!' in Disney's Wish marks an encouraging return of villain songs after a long hiatus.
The musical at the end of the worldThe End uses the musical genre to explore themes of false hope and existential despair in a post-apocalyptic setting.
Review | 'The End' is a musical family drama for the postapocalypse"The End" is a unique and ambitious post-apocalyptic musical that explores family dynamics and existential themes, albeit with mixed execution and engagement.
The musical at the end of the worldThe End uses the musical genre to explore themes of false hope and existential despair in a post-apocalyptic setting.
Review | 'The End' is a musical family drama for the postapocalypse"The End" is a unique and ambitious post-apocalyptic musical that explores family dynamics and existential themes, albeit with mixed execution and engagement.