This dataset contains information about various theatrical productions performed by different theater companies across the United States. It includes details such as the title of the play, its playwright, the company producing it, the location, performance dates, genre, and a brief synopsis of the play's content.
| Title | Playwright | Theater Company | City | State | Opening Date | Closing Date | Genre | Synopsis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Phantom of the Opera | Andrew Lloyd Webber | Local Theatre Co. | Atlanta | GA | 2023-01-15 | 2023-02-15 | Musical | A young soprano becomes the obsession of a mysterious phantom who lives under the opera house. |
| A Midsummer Night's Dream | William Shakespeare | Shakespeare in the Park | New York | NY | 2023-05-01 | 2023-05-30 | Comedy | A romantic entanglement involving a group of lovers and mischievous fairies. |
| Death of a Salesman | Arthur Miller | Broadway Bound | Chicago | IL | 2023-03-10 | 2023-03-30 | Drama | The story of Willy Loman, a struggling salesman, and his pursuit of the American Dream. |
| Hair | Galt MacDermot | Rock Theater Company | Los Angeles | CA | 2023-04-05 | 2023-05-20 | Musical | A celebration of the hippie culture and anti-establishment sentiments of the 1960s. |
| Rent | Jonathan Larson | Community Players Theater | Seattle | WA | 2023-06-10 | 2023-07-01 | Musical | A story about love, loss, and the struggles of a group of friends living in New York City. |
| The Crucible | Arthur Miller | Historic Stage Productions | Boston | MA | 2023-08-01 | 2023-09-15 | Drama | A tale of hysteria, fear, and the consequences of accusation set during the Salem witch trials. |
| Little Shop of Horrors | Alan Menken | Garden State Theatre | Newark | NJ | 2023-09-10 | 2023-10-10 | Musical | A nerdy florist discovers a plant that feeds on human blood and grows into a monster. |
| King Lear | William Shakespeare | Classic Theatre NYC | New York | NY | 2023-02-20 | 2023-03-15 | Tragedy | An old king divides his kingdom between his daughters based on their flattery, leading to betrayal and madness. |
| West Side Story | Leonard Bernstein | Miami Musical Theater | Miami | FL | 2023-07-15 | 2023-08-30 | Musical | A reimagining of Romeo and Juliet set amidst the gang rivalry in New York. |
| Cats | Andrew Lloyd Webber | Broadway Dreams | San Francisco | CA | 2023-07-01 | 2023-07-30 | Musical | A group of cats gather for their annual Jellicle Ball to make the tough decision of who will ascend to the Heavyside Layer. |
| The Glass Menagerie | Tennessee Williams | Southern Select Theatre | New Orleans | LA | 2023-10-05 | 2023-10-30 | Drama | A memory play that tells the story of a struggling family dealing with their past and future. |
| Hamilton | Lin-Manuel Miranda | Broadway Bound | Austin | TX | 2023-05-10 | 2023-06-15 | Musical | The story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, featuring hip-hop and contemporary themes. |
| A Streetcar Named Desire | Tennessee Williams | Gulf Coast Theatre | Tampa | FL | 2023-04-20 | 2023-05-20 | Drama | A tragic story of desire, desperation and mental illness in post-war New Orleans. |
| Chicago | John Kander | Starstruck Theatricals | Phoenix | AZ | 2023-08-01 | 2023-09-10 | Musical | A satire on crime, corruption and celebrity in the Windy City. |
| Fiddler on the Roof | Jerry Bock | Broadway Classics | Philadelphia | PA | 2023-03-12 | 2023-04-25 | Musical | The trials and tribulations of Tevye, a Jewish milkman, and his five daughters. |
| Rent | "Jonathan Larson" | "Clocktower Theatre" | "Denver" | "CO" | "2023-01-01" | "2023-01-30" | "Musical" | "A group of impoverished young artists struggling to survive and create in the thriving days of New York City." |
| The Importance of Being Earnest | "Oscar Wilde" | "Classic Comedy Co." | "San Diego" | "CA" | "2023-03-01" | "2023-03-29" | "Comedy" | "A satire of Victorian society exploring the themes of identity and courtship." |
| Oklahoma! | "Rodgers and Hammerstein" | "Prairie Theatre" | "Nashville" | "TN" | "2023-06-05" | "2023-07-05" | "Musical" | "The love story set against the backdrop of the Oklahoma territory in the early 1900s." |
| Into the Woods | "Stephen Sondheim" | "Forest Grove Players" | "Portland" | "OR" | "2023-05-05" | "2023-06-10" | "Musical" | "A blend of various fairy tales brought together in a quest for wishes and desires." |
| Much Ado About Nothing | "William Shakespeare" | "Bard in the Park" | "Charleston" | "SC" | "2023-07-15" | "2023-08-15" | "Comedy" | "Two pairs of lovers overcome interference and misunderstandings to find happiness." |
| The Alchemist | "Ben Jonson" | "Historical Playhouse" | "St. Louis" | "MO" | "2023-02-01" | "2023-02-22" | "Comedy" | "A tale of deception and trickery surrounding a conman and his schemes." |
| Les Misérables | "Claude-Michel Schönberg" | "New World Theatre" | "Detroit" | "MI" | "2023-08-15" | "2023-09-30" | "Musical" | "The epic struggle of Valjean's redemption amidst the turmoil of 19th century France." |
| The Tempest | "William Shakespeare" | "Island Theatre Company" | "Santa Barbara" | "CA" | "2023-09-20" | "2023-10-25" | "Fantasy" | A magical tale of shipwreck, sorcery, and reconciliation. |
| Mamma Mia! | "Benny Andersson" | The ABBA Experience | Cincinnati | OH | 2023-01-10 | 2023-02-25 | Musical | A sunny, funny tale of love, friendship, and discovering the father of a young bride-to-be. |
| Waiting for Godot | "Samuel Beckett" | "The Minimalists" | Baltimore | MD | 2023-04-15 | 2023-05-10 | Absurdist | Two characters wait for a man named Godot; the nature of existence is explored. |
| Jesus Christ Superstar | "Andrew Lloyd Webber" | Rock and Roll Theatre | Las Vegas | NV | 2023-10-01 | 2023-10-30 | Musical | A modern rock opera that explores the last weeks of the life of Jesus Christ. |
| Romeo and Juliet | "William Shakespeare" | Shakespeare Under the Stars | Dallas | TX | 2023-06-01 | 2023-07-05 | Tragedy | The classic tale of two young lovers kept apart by their feuding families. |
| Bye Bye Birdie | "Charles Strouse" | High School Musical Company | Albany | NY | 2023-01-15 | 2023-02-10 | Musical | A rock and roll musical about a teen idol and his biggest fan. |
| Bat Boy: The Musical | "Keythe Farley" | Offbeat Theatre | Savannah | GA | 2023-11-01 | 2023-11-30 | Musical | A mix of horror and comedy about a half-boy, half-bat creature adjusting to life in a small town. |
| Avenue Q | "Robert Lopez" | Indie Stage | Salt Lake City | UT | 2023-09-05 | 2023-10-25 | Musical | A coming-of-age parable, with puppets and adult themes set on a New York City street. |
| Seussical | "Stephen Flaherty" | Children's Playhouse | Boston | MA | 2023-08-15 | 2023-09-10 | Children's | A musical adaptation of various Dr. Seuss stories, focusing on Horton the Elephant. |
| Wild Party | "Michael John LaChiusa" | Urban Arts Theatre | Milwaukee | WI | 2023-05-20 | 2023-06-20 | Musical | A roaring twenties tale of love and betrayal centered around a chaotic soirée. |
| Anything Goes | "Cole Porter" | Classic American Theatre | Boulder | CO | 2023-03-10 | 2023-04-10 | Musical | A hilarious tale of romance on a transatlantic cruise filled with witty banter and classic songs. |
| Godspell | "Stephen Schwartz" | Faith Productions | Evansville | IN | 2023-02-01 | 2023-03-01 | Musical | A joyful musical adaptation of the gospel, using parables and songs. |
| The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee | "William Finn" | Community Arts Center | Madison | WI | 2023-06-12 | 2023-07-22 | Musical | A charming and quirky musical about a spelling bee and the kids who participate. |
| The Mousetrap | "Agatha Christie" | Mystery Theatre | Atlanta | GA | 2023-09-10 | 2023-10-15 | Mystery | A murder mystery set in a guesthouse where everyone's a suspect. |
| Julius Caesar | "William Shakespeare" | Renaissance Theatre Co. | Philadelphia | PA | 2023-03-05 | 2023-03-25 | Tragedy | The political machinations and the downfall of Julius Caesar in ancient Rome. |
| Midsummer Night's Dream | "William Shakespeare" | Outdoor Shakespeare | Chicago | IL | 2023-07-20 | 2023-08-15 | Comedy | A whimsical tale of love, magic, and mistaken identities in a forest. |
| Hello, Dolly! | "Jerry Herman" | Bromfield Civic Theatre | Charleston | SC | 2023-03-25 | 2023-04-25 | Musical | A story about a matchmaker aiming to find love for herself and others in New York City. |
| Pippin | "Stephen Schwartz" | Broadway Revue | Sacramento | CA | 2023-06-15 | 2023-07-15 | Musical | A young prince's journey to find his life's meaning in a world of music and magic. |
| She Loves Me | "Jerry Bock" | Romantic Theatre Co. | New York | NY | 2023-05-01 | 2023-05-31 | Musical | A charming musical about two employees who are secret pen pals unaware of their identities. |
| Grease | "Jim Jacobs" | Teen Musical Theatre | Buffalo | NY | 2023-08-20 | 2023-09-30 | Musical | A nostalgic look at teenage love and high school life in the 1950s. |
| A Raisin in the Sun | "Lorraine Hansberry" | Diverse Voices Theatre | Houston | TX | 2023-10-01 | 2023-10-30 | Drama | A poignant story of a struggling African-American family in Chicago and their dreams. |
| West Side Story | "Leonard Bernstein" | Dance Theatre | San Francisco | CA | 2023-09-05 | 2023-10-10 | Musical | A retelling of Romeo and Juliet set in New York City, highlighting cultural tensions. |
| Les Misérables | "Claude-Michel Schönberg" | Arts & Culture Theatre | Washington | DC | 2023-06-06 | 2023-07-15 | Musical | An epic novel adapted into a musical about justice, sacrifice, and redemption. |
| Annie | "Charles Strouse" | Family Theatre | Louisville | KY | 2023-01-20 | 2023-03-15 | Musical | A young girl's adventures during the Great Depression in search of her parents. |
| To Kill a Mockingbird | "Harper Lee" | Courtroom Theatre | Orlando | FL | 2023-09-10 | 2023-10-10 | Drama | A powerful story about racial injustice and moral growth in the Deep South. |
| Boyhood | "Michelle Tea" | Alternative Theatre | Phoenix | AZ | 2023-08-10 | 2023-09-05 | Drama | An exploration of identity, family, and the transition from childhood to adulthood. |
| Our Town | "Thornton Wilder" | Community Stage | Grand Rapids | MI | 2023-04-01 | 2023-05-01 | Drama | A play about life in a small town and the importance of appreciating everyday moments. |
| As You Like It | "William Shakespeare" | Shakespeare Festival | Salt Lake City | UT | 2023-06-15 | 2023-07-20 | Comedy | A pastoral comedy with themes of love and the contrast between court life and rural life. |
| Evita | "Andrew Lloyd Webber" | Heritage Players | Kalamazoo | MI | 2023-02-15 | 2023-03-10 | Musical | The story of Eva Perón, her rise to power in Argentina, and her complex legacy. |
| Fences | "August Wilson" | Urban Arts Theatre | Cleveland | OH | 2023-10-05 | 2023-10-30 | Drama | A reflection on race relations and family in America during the 1950s. |
| Cabaret | "John Kander" | Nightlife Theatre | Baltimore | MD | 2023-01-15 | 2023-02-25 | Musical | Set in Berlin as the Nazis are rising to power, a young American writer finds love and ambition. |
| Fun Home | "Lisa Kron" | Intimate Theatre | Philadelphia | PA | 2023-07-15 | 2023-08-15 | Musical | A coming-of-age story that explores themes of identity and the relationship between a daughter and her father. |
| Doubt: A Parable | "John Patrick Shanley" | Faith Perspectives Theatre | El Paso | TX | 2023-05-02 | 2023-06-01 | Drama | A conflict between a Catholic school principal and a priest over suspicion and morality. |
| Chorus Line | "Marvin Hamlisch" | Dancer's Stage | Tucson | AZ | 2023-11-01 | 2023-12-15 | Musical | Broadway dancers auditioning for a part, each sharing their personal stories and struggles. |
| Bat Boy: The Musical | "Keythe Farley" | Campy Theatre | Buffalo | NY | 2023-09-01 | 2023-09-25 | Musical | A darkly comedic story about acceptance and the quest for belonging. |
| Bright Star | "Steve Martin" | Mountain Arts Centre | Boise | ID | 2023-06-10 | 2023-07-15 | Musical | A tale of love and redemption inspired by a true story in the Blue Ridge Mountains. |
| South Pacific | "Richard Rodgers" | Classic American Theatre | Detroit | MI | 2023-02-25 | 2023-03-25 | Musical | A romantic musical set during World War II addressing themes of love and racism. |
| The Laramie Project | "Moises Kaufman" | Diversity Theatre | Minneapolis | MN | 2023-08-05 | 2023-09-05 | Drama | The real-life impact of the murder of Matthew Shepard on the town of Laramie, Wyoming. |
| American Idiot | "Green Day" | Revolution Theatre | AUSTIN | TX | 2023-11-01 | 2023-11-30 | Musical | A punk-rock musical that captures the disillusionment of youth in the post-911 era. |
| 27,"The Addition" | "Local Theatre Group" | "Santa Fe" | "NM" | "2023-09-10" | "2023-09-24" | "Mystery" | "An exhilarating whodunit set in the 1920s with twists that'll keep audiences guessing." | NaN |