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- 1Trump's name linked to Ford's Theatre sparks criticism●Where is Trump trying to put his name next? Ford's Theatre– where Lincoln was shot
Donald Trump is facing backlash over reports that he is seeking to attach his name to Ford's Theatre, the Washington site where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. Critics are calling the move inappropriate, arguing it tarnishes one of the most historically significant locations in American history and continues a pattern of Trump placing his name on federal institutions.
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Otto Sirgo, the veteran actor known for telenovelas including 'Rosa Salvaje', 'Sortilegio' and 'Lazos de Amor', has died at 79. Born in Cuba, he lived in Mexico for 55 years and built a long career in theatre, film and television. Mexican media are recalling his most famous roles, his health problems, and the death of his wife, actress Maleni Morales, six years ago. The actors' association ANDA has expressed its condolences.
- 3Neil Patrick Harris to Star in Broadway 'Damn Yankees' Revival●Neil Patrick Harris to Star in 'Damn Yankees' Revival on Broadway https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/27/theater/damn-yankee
Neil Patrick Harris will return to Broadway to star in a revival of the classic musical 'Damn Yankees', the New York Times reports. The casting news has drawn attention from theatre fans, as the Tony-winning actor takes on a leading role in the beloved 1955 baseball-themed show in a new Broadway staging.
- 4AMC Entertainment Stock Hits New One-Year High▼AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) Reaches New 1-Year High - Here's Why
AMC Entertainment, the American cinema chain, has seen its shares on the New York Stock Exchange reach a fresh one-year high. The milestone is drawing attention from retail investors and market watchers who recall the stock's history as a popular meme-stock trade, with commentary focusing on what is driving the renewed momentum.
- 5ASU play on consumption and climate heads to UNESCO summit▼ASU play about consumption, climate change and progress heads to UNESCO climate summit
An Arizona State University theatre production exploring consumption, climate change and the idea of progress has been selected to appear at a UNESCO climate summit. The play brings an artistic perspective to climate debates, using performance to examine how everyday consumption habits connect to environmental crisis and what progress means in a warming world.
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Actors Masachika Ichimura and Takeshi Kaga, friends for around 50 years, will appear together as an 18-year couple in a new stage production. In comments reported by TV Asahi News, Ichimura joked that he might tease his longtime friend by being demanding during rehearsals. The pairing of two of Japan's best-known stage actors has drawn attention ahead of the run.
- 7Richmond Reviewers Hail 'Dog Mom' as Theatre at Its Best●Review | Dog Mom is Theatre at Its Best, Here or Anywhere Else
A new review of the play 'Dog Mom' gives the production a glowing assessment, calling it theatre at its best both locally and anywhere else. The critic's praise suggests the show is resonating strongly with audiences and could draw wider attention beyond its current run, with readers likely weighing whether to catch it before its engagement ends.
- 8UToledo Theatre Faculty Collaborate on Opera Montana Commission●UToledo Theatre Faculty Collaborate on High-Profile Commission for Opera Montana
Faculty members from the University of Toledo's theatre programme are working together on a newly announced, high-profile commission for Opera Montana. The collaboration links the Ohio university with the Montana opera company on a professional stage production. Details about the work itself have not yet been made public, and the announcement has so far drawn limited attention beyond the university's own news outlet.
- 9Richard Linklater Shares Update on Merrily We Roll Along Film▼Richard Linklater Gives Major ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ Update
Filmmaker Richard Linklater has offered a major update on his film adaptation of 'Merrily We Roll Along', the Stephen Sondheim musical he has been developing as a decades-spanning project. Details of the update were reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Fans of the musical and of Linklater's work are eager to learn more about casting, production timeline, and release plans for the long-awaited adaptation.
- 10Virtual public reading of Joanna Baillie's The Family Legend announced●Joanna Baillie’s 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘓𝘦𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘥 (1810): A Virtual Public Reading 21 November, online. Free The Baillie Working Group
The Baillie Working Group is hosting a free virtual public reading and discussion of Joanna Baillie's 1810 play The Family Legend on 21 November. The event highlights Baillie's 'Highland play', regarded as an early example of the Scottish National Drama, inviting participants online to read and discuss the work together.
- 11UND Theatre to open Starcher Stage with 'The Addams Family'●UND Theatre to open Starcher Stage with ‘The Addams Family’
University of North Dakota Theatre will inaugurate its new Starcher Stage venue with a production of the musical 'The Addams Family'. The show will serve as the opening production for the space, marking a milestone for the university's theatre programme. Local audiences can expect the kooky, spooky family comedy on stage as the venue's debut.
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Meta has refused to run advertisements for a Barcelona production of Virginia Woolf's 'A Room of One's Own' at the Teatre Raval, drawing criticism in Spain. The theatre says the ban targets a classic feminist text, and the case is fueling debate about how Meta's automated ad review systems handle cultural and literary content.
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Swedish Politics is focused on Magdalena Andersson and rising tensions between the Social Democrats and the Left Party ahead of the parliamentary session's opening. She says she is not afraid of a snap election, calling one 'very good', while commentators accuse her of dodging responsibility and experts dismiss the high-profile feuding as theatre. Reports also cover Nórén's million-kronor salary after unexpected support.
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Dutch comedian and cabaret performer Peter Pannekoek has announced a megatour with dozens of shows for his new theatre production 'Demonen'. The announcement, shared via Cabaretinfo, reveals an extensive schedule of performances across the Netherlands. Fans of Dutch cabaret are following the news as tickets and dates for the new show are rolled out.
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The Kieler Nachrichten has published a reader poll on cinemas in and around Kiel, listing the top ten venues chosen by its audience. The ranking gives local cinema-goers an overview of the most popular screens in the region, from smaller neighbourhood theatres to larger complexes, and is drawing attention among readers in the Schleswig-Holstein capital.
- 16Kennedy Theatre announces season of musicals and storytelling▼Kennedy Theatre’s upcoming season: Little Shop of Horrors, moʻolelo, belly dancing
The University of Hawaii's Kennedy Theatre has announced its upcoming season, featuring the musical Little Shop of Horrors alongside productions centered on moʻolelo, traditional Hawaiian storytelling, and belly dancing performances. The lineup highlights the theatre's mix of mainstream musical theatre and local cultural programming, offering audiences a range of performances at the Manoa campus venue in the coming season.
- 17Lawson Akhigbe Faults Justice at King's Square●The King’s Square Circus: When Justice Becomes a Stage Play by Lawson Akhigbe There is an old legal maxim that justice m
Nigerian writer Lawson Akhigbe has published a critical essay titled 'The King's Square Circus: When Justice Becomes a Stage Play', arguing that judicial proceedings connected to King's Square and Osadebe Avenue in Benin City fall short of the legal principle that justice must not only be done but be seen to be done. The piece frames the courts there as theatre rather than impartial justice, drawing attention to concerns about transparency and public confidence in the judiciary.
- 18Neil Patrick Harris to Lead Broadway Revival of Damn Yankees●Neil Patrick Harris, Julianne Hough and Austin Scott to Star in Broadway Revival of Damn Yankees
Neil Patrick Harris, Julianne Hough and Austin Scott will star in a Broadway revival of the classic musical Damn Yankees. The casting announcement pairs Harris, a past Tony winner, with dancer and actress Hough and stage performer Austin Scott in the beloved baseball-themed show. Theatre fans are watching for details on the production's opening dates and venue.
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is taking his book tour to the Capitol Theatre, with local coverage from WBKO noting the stop. The event gives residents a chance to hear from the governor directly as he promotes his book, and it adds the Bowing Green-area venue to his list of tour appearances.
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Otto Sirgo, the Cuban-born Mexican actor known for decades of work in film, theatre and television, has died. Spanish-language media are reporting his death and celebrating him as a reference point of Mexican entertainment, remembering a career that spanned telenovelas, cinema and stage productions.
- 21Out of Box Theatre stages dark take on 'The Pillowman'▼Review: Out of Box Theatre’s ‘The Pillowman’ is a wild ride into the dark
Out of Box Theatre has opened a production of Martin McDonagh's 'The Pillowman', and critics are weighing in. An ArtsATL review calls it a wild ride into the dark, praising the company for embracing the play's bleak themes and unsettling storytelling rather than softening them for audiences.
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Paddington The Musical, the stage adaptation of the beloved Peruvian bear's stories, has announced a new cast as the production marks its first anniversary in London's West End. The show, described as a multiple award-winning, critically acclaimed hit, is celebrating the milestone with fresh performers taking on the roles. It remains a popular draw for families and Paddington fans alike.
- 23Mare Winningham, Brandi Carlile Join Wild Rose Off-Broadway▼Mare Winningham, Joe Carroll, More Join Wild Rose at New York Theatre Workshop; Brandi Carlile Joins Producing Team
Mare Winningham and Joe Carroll are among the latest actors cast in Wild Rose at New York Theatre Workshop, with singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile joining the show's producing team. The musical, built around country and folk-influenced song, continues to build its cast and creative backing ahead of its New York run.
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Broadway musicals are facing a crisis, with ticket sales and audiences struggling to recover. IndieWire reports that Neil Patrick Harris and Major League Baseball are being positioned as potential lifelines for the ailing industry, pairing the beloved Tony Awards host with high-profile sports partnerships to draw new crowds back to live theatre.
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Dutch singer Roxeanne Hazes is going on a theatre tour, which she says will take her out of her comfort zone. The announcement by De Telegraaf is drawing attention in the Netherlands, with fans reacting to the news that the artist will take on a more intimate and demanding stage format than her usual performances.
- 26Comedy Skit Reimagines the Paradise Theatre Experience●Paradise Theatre Experience | Funny | Joshcreations
A comedic take on visiting a movie theatre is drawing large audiences online, earning well over 280,000 likes. The sketch plays on familiar theatre-going moments for laughs, with viewers sharing and responding to its relatable humor. Beyond its popularity as entertainment, no specific news event is attached to the piece.
- 27Local Horror Play Reading Planned in Lafayette, Indiana●Hey there, everyone, especially those around # LafayetteIN # Indiana . I wrote a 10-minute psychological & religious hor
A writer based in Lafayette, Indiana has announced a staged reading of a new 10-minute psychological and religious horror play. The reading is planned for either October 14 or 15 at Matchbox coworking studio on South 6th Street in Lafayette, with the final date not yet confirmed. The announcement targets local audiences interested in short-form theatre and genre work.
- 28Todrick Hall, Ariana DeBose Join Black Theatre United Gala▼Todrick Hall, Jasmine Amy Rogers, Ariana DeBose, More Join Black Theatre United Gala
Todrick Hall, Jasmine Amy Rogers and Ariana DeBose are among the performers announced for the Black Theatre United gala, with further names still to be revealed. The event supports Black Theatre United, the organization founded to advance equity and opportunity for Black artists across the American theatre industry. Theatre fans are sharing the lineup news as tickets and details circulate.
- 29Calls Mount for US to Curb UAE Use of American Tech in Sudan War●US Technologies Shouldn’t Be Used in Sudan War by the UAE
Commentary is arguing that American-made technologies should not be used by the United Arab Emirates in Sudan's war. The piece reflects growing scrutiny of the UAE's role in the Sudanese conflict and of how US-supplied equipment and technology may be ending up in that theatre. It adds to debate in Washington over whether US arms and technology transfers to Gulf partners should carry stricter end-use conditions.
- 30Rockville Little Theatre stages 'The Game's Afoot' comedy▼Theatre Review: ‘The Game’s Afoot’ presented by Rockville Little Theatre at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
Rockville Little Theatre is presenting the comedy-mystery 'The Game's Afoot' at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre in Rockville, Maryland. The production, Ken Ludwig's whodunit inspired by actor William Gillette, has drawn a review from Maryland Theatre Guide covering the local company's staging. The review gives area theatregoers an account of the show's cast and performances.
- 31Review: 'Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical' Opens at Imagination Stage▼Theatre Review: ‘Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical’ at Imagination Stage
A new stage adaptation of the beloved children's book 'Chicka Chicka Boom Boom' is running at Imagination Stage in Bethesda, Maryland. Maryland Theatre Guide has published a review of the musical, which brings the alphabet-climbing story to young audiences with songs and colorful staging. The production is aimed at families and school groups during its run at the children's theatre.
- 32Cabaret Voltaire plays Howard Theatre with I Speak Machine▼Live Review: Cabaret Voltaire w/ I Speak Machine @ Howard Theatre — 10/23/26
Cabaret Voltaire performed at the Howard Theatre in Washington, DC on October 23, joined by opening act I Speak Machine. The show was covered in a live review by local music outlet Parklife DC, which documented the pioneering electronic band's appearance on their current run. Attendees and readers of DC music coverage are discussing the performance and set.
- 33Demolition begins on historic California Theatre in San Diego▼Demolition begins on historic California Theatre in San Diego after safety concerns
Demolition work has started on the historic California Theatre in downtown San Diego after officials raised structural safety concerns. The building, a long-standing landmark in the city's theatre district, had stood vacant in recent years. The move marks the end of a local landmark that preservationists had long hoped to restore, and residents are reacting to the loss of a piece of the city's architectural history.
- 34Zacks Outlook Flags Life Time, Marriott Vacations, AMC and Marcus▼Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Life Time Group, Marriott Vacations, AMC Entertainment and Marcus
Zacks Investment Research published an industry outlook naming Life Time Group, Marriott Vacations, AMC Entertainment and Marcus Corporation as companies to watch. The report groups the leisure and entertainment operators together, offering investors a snapshot of trends across fitness resorts, vacation ownership and movie theatres. Coverage of the outlook is drawing attention from market watchers tracking consumer spending on leisure and entertainment.
- 35'Damn Yankees' musical returns to Broadway with MLB tie-in●'Damn Yankees' returns to Broadway with an MLB twist
The classic baseball musical 'Damn Yankees' is set to return to Broadway, this time in partnership with Major League Baseball. The revival will carry an MLB twist, connecting the 1950s show about a Washington Senators fan who sells his soul to beat the Yankees with the modern league. It marks a rare collaboration between Broadway and professional baseball.
- 36Israeli pardons for settlers accused of killing Palestinians draw criticism▼Israeli courts put on a show of indicting criminals who kill and maim Palestinians, but the final verdict — a presidenti
Israeli courts are indicting suspects in killings and assaults of Palestinians, but critics say the outcome is decided in advance: a presidential pardon and a public welcome home. Commentary argues the prosecutions function as theatre while perpetrators avoid real punishment. The claim is fuelling debate over whether Israel's legal system holds settlers accountable for violence against Palestinians in the occupied territories.
- 37NextStop Theatre stages provocative 'The Second Best School Shooting'▼Theatre Review: ‘The Second Best School Shooting’ at NextStop Theatre
NextStop Theatre is staging the play 'The Second Best School Shooting', and a review from Maryland Theatre Guide examines the production. The provocative title alone has drawn attention, as the show tackles the sensitive subject of school shootings through theatre. Early commentary centres on whether the production handles the topic with the seriousness or satire it deserves, and what it says about American gun violence.
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A local theatre company is holding a rehearsal as part of its production preparations, according to The Alpena News. The item offers few details about the production, cast, or opening date, but theatre rehearsals typically draw community interest as performances approach.
- 39Wicked stars reveal their favourite songs from the hit musical▼‘They’ll never bring us dowwwwwwwn!’ Wicked’s stars pick their favourite songs from the smash hit By Interviews by Miria
Stars of the hit musical Wicked have shared which songs from the show they most love to perform, in a series of interviews with theatre writer Miriam Gillinson. The feature, published by the Guardian, highlights favourites from the show's catalogue of smash hits, including the belted anthem 'Defying Gravity', and asks performers what keeps songs fresh even after 1,700 performances. The show remains a dominant force on stage and screen.
- 40Dover-Foxcroft theatre screens '9 to 5' for Imagination Library▼Dover-Foxcroft theatre screening ‘9 to 5’ for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
A theatre in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine, is holding a screening of the classic comedy '9 to 5' to raise support for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, the book-gifting programme that provides free books to young children. Local audiences are being invited to enjoy the film while backing a childhood literacy cause tied to Parton's signature charity effort.