News & Reviews

Broadway musicals are facing a financial crisis: none of the 18 commercial musicals that opened last season have recouped their investments, with several high-cost flops and expensive revivals losing millions. Producers blame skyrocketing production costs, relatively flat ticket prices and attendance still below prepandemic levels, leaving only about 10% of musicals profitable.

Pegasus Playhouse has shut down operations as a result of the ripple effects from Medicaid cuts, highlighting the broader impact on the local arts community and accessibility issues.

The article explores the mesmerizing performance of 'Séance Opera,' a contemporary piece that blends music, theater, and visual art to create an immersive experience for its audience.

A modern, folk-rock twist on a Shakespearean classic, "Midsummer, a Musical" at the Pegasus Playhouse is a quirky and charming production that shouldn't be missed. With a talented local cast, a live band, and a story full of tangled relationships and meddling fairies, this show is an endearing and fresh take on "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Click to read the full review.

The article from *Eugene Weekly* reviews The Non-Stop Players' musical "Once Upon a Mattress," which has its final performances this weekend. The review praises the cast's performance, highlighting Jillian Vogel as Princess Winnifred and Molly McCarthy as Queen Aggravain. The musical is a romantic comedy and tickets can be purchased online.

Cottage Theatre's production of "Nevermore" is lauded as bold and innovative, a departure from typical theatrical norms, showcasing impressive performances and creative staging.

Reviewer Run, Don't Walk to See Stage Kiss at the Very Little Theatre, a review of the play at the Very Little Theatre, praises the intimate setting and powerful performances, highlighting the actors' chemistry and the emotional depth of the production.

Eugene Scene's review praises Firebringer, a new musical described as a New Stone Age satire, for its humor and creativity, highlighting its successful run at the Very Little Theatre.

"Stage Kiss," explores the complexities of relationships and societal expectations through the lens of a woman questioning her path in life and her connection to her family.

Eugene's theater scene thrives due to collaborative partnerships between organizations like the Emerald Art Center, Very Merry Theatre, and the University of Oregon, ensuring diverse productions and community engagement.

Enough! a non-profit dedicated to uncovering winning plays in the fight for a livable planet, has announced its 2025 winning plays, focusing on climate solutions and emphasizing political action.