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The musical "Ragtime" is resonating more powerfully than ever in its third Broadway run, earning 11 Tony nominations and drawing audiences back multiple times. What was once seen as a historical period piece now feels like a mirror to our current moment.
Tony-winning designer Dane Laffrey has built a breathtaking three-dimensional world for Broadway's new vampire musical that transforms into everything from underground lairs to towering railroad trestles. His innovative design at the Palace Theatre proves that creative problem-solving can turn wild theatrical dreams into stunning reality.
London's beloved Paddington Bear musical is bringing marmalade and kindness to New York City this spring. The seven-time Olivier Award winner opens on Broadway March 30 after selling out shows in London's West End.
National Geographic's new documentary LION bridges the gap between real African lions and Broadway's beloved musical. Director Faith Musembi takes viewers backstage to see how the iconic show has honored these big cats for nearly three decades.
A century-old Orlando theater is throwing open its doors for a heartwarming reunion celebrating 100 years of bringing joy to young audiences. The free event invites generations of theater lovers to walk through history together.
One of America's largest children's theaters is throwing a birthday party a century in the making. Orlando Family Stage is inviting everyone who ever stepped on its stage or sat in its seats to come home on February 3.
South Korean theaters are using AI-powered glasses to translate live performances in real time, helping international audiences enjoy Korean plays and musicals without language barriers. The technology is part of a broader push to make Korean theater the next global cultural export alongside K-pop and Korean film.
After Hurricane Katrina destroyed their theater, volunteers in Bay St. Louis transformed one of the town's most destitute buildings into a thriving cultural landmark. Now they're maintaining their triumph with the same community spirit that saved it.
A powerful new play about alcohol recovery opens in Savannah this April, showing how one man's denial transforms into hope. The White Chip runs for two weekends at Savannah Repertory Theater.
For over 30 years, the Pete Schuster Memorial Broom Squad has gathered each spring to transform Peninsula Players Theatre from winter slumber into a welcoming home for performers. This May 9th, nearly 90 volunteers will sweep, dust, and spruce up the Fish Creek theater, proving that community spirit is alive and well in Door County.
A new stage adaptation of "Hamnet" explores William Shakespeare's marriage and heartbreak through the loss of his son. The Royal Shakespeare Company production showcases powerful performances and emotional depth at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Dozens of volunteers spent their Saturday scrubbing seats and sorting equipment at Minnesota's State Street Theater, bringing new life to a beloved community space. From retired teachers to high school students, people of all ages showed up to help keep the historic venue running.
Laurie Hernandez, who won two medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics, is making her Broadway debut in the hit musical & Juliet this March. The gymnast turned performer will dance in the show's ensemble through mid-June.
The monster movie that surprised Hollywood with an Oscar win is getting a sequel. "Godzilla Minus Zero" stomps into US theaters November 6, bringing Japan's legendary creature back to the big screen.
When a Japanese theater held auditions for a new project, 850 people applied. The director responded by creating Company Grande, a 100-member troupe spanning ages 17 to 85, with professionals and amateurs performing together.
For 33 years, 100 dedicated volunteers have transformed the Dayton Playhouse's FutureFest into a celebration of new plays, reading over 350 scripts and working year-round to showcase emerging playwrights. Their passion proves that community theater thrives when people give their time and heart.
A Tokyo restaurant is turning 600-year-old Japanese theater into a Friday night sensation by mixing traditional noh performances with techno beats and digital art. The new monthly series proves ancient art forms can thrive in unexpected places.
An Israeli company is using artificial intelligence to help movie theaters fill seats and boost profits by transforming cinemas into social hubs. Bigger Picture analyzes customer data and uses AI to schedule films for maximum attendance while creating seamless experiences from parking to post-movie hangouts.
Movie theaters are getting a major upgrade with ScreenX, an immersive format that wraps films around three walls for a 270-degree viewing experience. After success in Asia, American chains are bringing the technology to dozens of new locations across the U.S. and Europe.
Former Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez traded the balance beam for the Broadway stage, making her debut in "& Juliet" this March. The 25-year-old Rio 2016 gold medalist says performing eight shows a week feels like the perfect next chapter after gymnastics.
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