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The latest news on live theatre in Boston.

Berklee College Of Music Alumni And Faculty Win At The 2024 Grammy Awards
by A.A. Cristi - February 05, 2024

Berklee College of Music alumni and faculty won gold-plated gramophones at the 66th annual Grammy Awards, held last night on Sunday, February 4, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

Review: SpeakEasy Stage Company presents compelling A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD
by R. Scott Reedy - February 05, 2024

What did our critic think of A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at SpeakEasy Stage Company?

Summer Stars Camp for the Performing Arts Opens Registration for Summer 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 05, 2024

Summer Stars Camp for the Performing Arts has officially opened registration for Summer 2024, marking its 25th year of teaching success through the performing arts.

See Jon Butcher Axis & More Upcoming at Spire Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 05, 2024

Three new shows will be presented at the Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth.

Tyler Hubbard Is Coming To Indian Ranch in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 05, 2024

Tyler Hubbard is set to perform at Indian Ranch in Webster, MA on August 18, 2024. Tickets go on sale this Saturday, February 10th at 10:00 AM.

BECOMING A MAN, PRETTY WOMAN & More Lead Boston's February 2024 Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - February 05, 2024

Boston 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 the top picks for February 2024!

Prince's Sound Engineer Susan Rogers to Present WHAT THE MUSIC YOU LOVE SAYS ABOUT YOU This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - February 03, 2024

Performing Arts Center will host an expert presentation on the discovery of the unique profile of each music lover by a brilliant and courageous trailblazer in the music industry. Learn more about the presentation here!

Video: Watch a Trailer for STAND UP IF YOU'RE HERE TONIGHT Starring Jim Ortlieb at Huntington Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - February 03, 2024

Watch a new trailer for Stand Up If You're Here Tonight, now running through March 23 at The Huntington Theatre here!

Interview: Stefanie Londino talks playing Miss Hannigan in ANNIE
by R. Scott Reedy - February 03, 2024

By telephone recently from a tour stop in her hometown of New Brunswick, N.J., Londino talked about Miss Hannigan and more.

Franklin Performing Arts Company To Present Re-imagined TARZAN Starring Broadway's Original Tarzan Josh Strickland
by A.A. Cristi - February 02, 2024

The Franklin Performing Arts Company will continue their 2023-24 season with a reimagined immersive production of Tarzan the Broadway musical starring Broadway's original Tarzan Josh Strickland March 8-17 at THE BLACK X in Franklin, MA.

Apollinaire Play Lab Spring Registration Is Now Open!
by A.A. Cristi - February 02, 2024

Apollinaire Play Lab spring registration is now open! Explore and expand creative skills through fun-filled classes for young performers. Ballet, Acting, Art, and more! Limited spots available.

CONTRA-TIEMPO Hosts Free Dance Events in Pittsfield This Month
by Stephi Wild - February 02, 2024

As part of this year’s 10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival in Pittsfield, Jacob’s Pillow has announced that CONTRA-TIEMPO will host a community dance party and workshop (“Sabor Session”) on the evening of Tuesday, February 20, followed by a performance of ¡azúcar! on Friday, February 23.

Berkshire Theatre Group Announces Auditions for Disney's FROZEN JR., February 13
by A.A. Cristi - February 01, 2024

Berkshire Theatre Group announces auditions for Disney's Frozen JR. Get all the details and audition information for this exciting production.

Review: STAND UP IF YOU'RE HERE TONIGHT Takes Humorous, Moving Look At the Need For Community
by R. Scott Reedy - February 01, 2024

What did our critic think of STAND UP IF YOU'RE HERE TONIGHT at The Huntington Theatre?

ANGELS IN AMERICA & More Set For Provincetown Theater 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 01, 2024

The Provincetown Theater has revealed its productions for its 2024 season in Provincetown, MA, the historic birthplace of Modern American Theater.

A.R.T. Reveals Act II and Associated Programming for BECOMING A MAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 01, 2024

American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University has REVEALED Act II guest speakers and associated programming for its upcoming production of Becoming a Man.

Boston Symphony Orchestra Unveils 2024 Tanglewood Season, Featuring More Than 100 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 01, 2024

Tanglewood has revealed details of its 2024 season, opening in late June through August 31.

Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN is Coming to Berkshire Theatre Group Summer 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 31, 2024

Berkshire Theatre group will present Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein at The Colonial Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Matt Pond PA and Alexa Rose Will Play Their New EP at Club Passim in February
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2024

Matt Pond PA and Alexa Rose will play their anticipated new EP, Call and Response, at Club Passim on February 23.

Peter H. Reynolds Partners with the Boch Center for World Read Aloud Day Event
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2024

New York Times #1 best-selling children’s book author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds is returning to the Boch Center with a reading of his book The Word Collector as well as an interactive workshop with the Boch Center Education team at the historic Shubert Theatre on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 10:00AM ET to celebrate World Read Aloud Day.

Cast Set For North American Tour of CLUE
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2024

Full casting has been announced for the North American tour of CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the board game and adapted from Paramount Pictures’ wildly popular film. The tour will launch in Minneapolis, MN, playing the Orpheum Theatre from February 27 to March 3, 2024.  

Boston Ballet Performs Sir Frederick Ashton's CINDERELLA
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2024

Boston Ballet and Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen present Sir Frederick Ashton's Cinderella, a glittering, full-length classical fairytale ballet with new-to-Boston sets and costumes. Set to the soaring, romantic score by Sergei Prokofiev, Cinderella runs March 14–24 at the Citizens Bank Opera House.

Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Comes to Berkshire Theatre Group in June
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2024

Berkshire Theatre Group has announced one of the exciting productions in the 2024 summer lineup. Brace yourselves for an exhilarating experience as the musical comedy masterpiece, Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, born from the comedic genius of Mel Brooks, graces the stage of the iconic Colonial Theatre from June 27 to July 21.

NEMPAC's Amore Valentine's Day Concert Returns to City Winery
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2024

The North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) has announced its annual Amore Valentine’s Day Concert, returning to City Winery’s Haymarket Lounge.

Great Barrington Public Theater Adds Serena Johnson As Development Director
by A.A. Cristi - January 30, 2024

Now entering its sixth season, GBPT has announced the inclusion of Serena Johnson as Development Director. She brings accomplished fundraising, community outreach, audience engagement and non-profit management skills to the company.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a Free Concert Featuring The Music Of Chris Connor and Mahalia Jackson
by A.A. Cristi - January 30, 2024

New England Conservatory's Contemporary Musical Arts Department pays tribute to two of the most iconic and creative American singers of the 20th century in Night and Day: The Music of Chris Connor and Mahalia Jackson on Wednesday, February 14, 7:30 p.m. at Jordan Hall, 290 Huntington Avenue, Boston.

Shakespeare & Company to Bring GOLDA'S BALCONY To Boston This February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 30, 2024

Shakespeare & Company brings Golda's Balcony to Boston, featuring Annette Miller in her acclaimed performance as Golda Meir.

The Annual Pike Hairfest Returns to Indian Ranch in July
by Stephi Wild - January 30, 2024

 The annual Pike Hairfest will return to Indian Ranch in Webster, MA on Saturday, July 20, 2024. The show will feature tributes to all of your favorite 80’s bands.

Winter Vacation Programs For the Whole Family Come to Cotuit Center for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - January 30, 2024

Cotuit Center for the Arts iwill infuse Winter vacation week with an array of dynamic family programs. Learn more about the lineup here!

Sullivan Rep To Perform Kander & Ebb's STEEL PIER in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 29, 2024

Sullivan Rep presents STEEL PIER, a captivating musical set in 1933. Follow Rita Racine's journey as she competes in a Dance Marathon on the Atlantic City boardwalk.

Spire Center For Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA Adds New Shows
by Stephi Wild - January 29, 2024

The Spire Center for Performing Arts announced four new shows including comedian Paul Gilligan on April 5, New Orleans Style R&B and Blues group Fat City Band on May 3, six-time Grammy-nominated band Roomful of Blues plays on June 7, and Jerry Garcia tribute string band Deadgrass on August 3.

South Asian Showdown Competition Returns to the Strand Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 29, 2024

The 15th annual South Asian Showdown Competition will take place on Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at the world renowned Strand Theatre. South Asian Showdown will host 10 of the best Bollywood/Fusion teams from North America who will compete to be crowned the South Asian Showdown Champions!


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