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Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel, a shining example of sophisticated dramatic storytelling through music and words, nearly flopped in tryouts. How did the Carousel we know come to be?

This Concord Theatricals list has something for every college or university’s 2025/26 theatre program, with titles ranging from classic mysteries and romances to contemporary dramas and comedies.

Here’s an exciting assortment of Concord Theatricals plays featuring mismatched characters who have formed an unexpected bond.

Based on Gypsy Rose Lee’s bestselling 1957 memoir, Gypsy paints a compelling portrait of a stage mother who both uplifts and cripples her daughters. But who were the real Mama Rose, Louise, June and Herbie?

Check out these dynamic Concord musicals (along with a few plays) that feature pop or rock music, ranging from early ’50s rock ’n’ roll to contemporary electropop.

Explore these dynamic plays – from family dramas to uproarious comedies – in which women lead the action.

Peruse an array of two-handers from Concord Theatricals that feature only women pairs.

Learn all about the musical’s historical characters, from long-reigning queen Catherine of Aragon to Henry VIII’s survivor, Catherine Parr.

Peruse three plays by the great dramatist Theresa Rebeck and consider telling her stories onstage.

Jake Brasch’s new play The Reservoir is thoughtful, hilarious, heartbreaking and fulfilling in every way. We sat down with Josh to discuss his silly and serious play about recovery, family, memory and Jazzercise.

Get to know a selection of those theater pieces whose inspiration came from comic strips and consider producing one of them with your troupe.

Beauty titans take the stage in this musical retelling of the rivalry between trailblazers Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein.

We in the theatre know that it takes a village to do something spectacular. Celebrate the spirit of community with these plays and musicals.

Planning your next community theatre season can be challenging, so Concord Theatricals is here to help! Here’s an exciting selection of celebrated and noteworthy titles – arranged by genre – that are sure to fit your needs and thrill your audience.

Awards and acquisitions and concerts, oh my! 2024 has been full of excitement for Concord Theatricals and our authors – check out these highlights of the year from our U.S. office.

As 2024 draws to a close, we take a look back at the latest exciting updates from the U.K. office, including multiple awards wins at the GRAMMY® and Olivier Awards, a new partnership and piping hot acquisition news.

With soul-stirring rhythms and unforgettable melodies, musicals with jazz-infused scores bring a vibrant energy perfect for audiences craving the bold and exciting. Check out these musicals set to jazzy tunes!

Explore the history behind J.M Barrie’s enchanting tale, including the play’s unique relationship with the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, UK.

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is a sparkling Broadway musical adapted from the beloved 1954 film. So how do the film and stage versions differ? Here’s a handy breakdown of the film and its stage adaptation.

Rachel Bonds’ brilliant plays – including Jonah, Anniversary, Five Mile Lake, Swimmers and Sundown, Yellow Moon – explore themes of growth, moving on, and a universality of space. In this exclusive interview, the playwright discusses her work and its inspiration.

A lion, a scarecrow, a tin man and a farm girl? A dog and a bird? A glamorous evangelist and a two-bit criminal? Somehow, these mismatched individuals find the joy of friendship in musicals from Concord Theatricals.

These dynamic plays and musicals feature older women and younger women interacting – as mothers and daughters, mentors and students, or friends and colleagues.

Need some fresh ideas for your next theatre show? Concord Theatricals has you covered! Here’s a dynamic selection of celebrated and noteworthy titles that would be perfect for you and your audience.

To honor the wonderful educators who motivate young theatre artists, Concord Theatricals authors thank their most inspiring teachers.

As the curtain rises on the fall season, the days grow darker – but the spotlight shines brighter! Stay up-to-date with the latest theatre news from Concord Theatricals US here.

The weather may be cooling down, but things are heating up at Concord Theatricals! Catch up on the latest news from our London office.

Concord playwright Rosary O’Neill and her daughter and collaborator, Rory O’Neill Schmitt, discuss their recent residency at the Tyrone Guthrie Center in Ireland, their new book, and several upcoming projects.

Here’s a look at each of the characters in Christie’s masterful suspense thriller, set on a remote island. All are potential victims, but which of them is the killer?

Need some fresh show ideas for your community theatre? Concord Theatricals is here to help! Find your next hit in this dynamic selection of celebrated and noteworthy titles for your next season.

Flying peaches! Witches! Dragons! Aesop’s Fables! Commedia dell’arte! We’re highlighting some TYA plays featuring wonderful characters, unique experiences and a variety of styles to delight your young audiences.

Playwright Peighton Robinson recounts her experience at LWNAPF, a weeklong event for college-aged writers, filled with workshops and seminars on playwriting and new play development.

These Concord Theatricals titles featuring the great detective offer suspense, chills and surprises – all the thrills associated with great mystery theatre.