The May 2016 episode of "On Stage Across America," hosted by TWC News' Frank DiLella and Playbill's Blake Ross, looks at the following topics:
- Opening night coverage of "Waitress: The Musical," including an interview with the show's composer/lyricist — singer/songwriter — Sara Bareilles.
- The big casting call for "Hairspray Live!" and the current trend of live/TV musicals.
- 2016 Tony winner for Lifetime Achievement, Sheldon Harnick from "Fiddler on the Roof" and "She Loves Me."
- "Deferred Action" — now playing at The Dallas Theater Center.
- "Prospect High: Brooklyn," a play that is connecting teens all across the country through theater.