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The pioneering Black theatre maker and producer died in January at the age of 88.

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Will Blum, John Treacy Egan, James Moye, Elena Shaddow, More Will Lead 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse

Mark S. Hoebee will direct the Tony-winning musical at the New Jersey venue.

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TLC Musical CrazySexyCool Finds Its Stars

Holli' Gabrielle Conway, Stoney B. Woods, and Jade Milan will play the iconic girl group at Arena Stage this summer.

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This Week on The Broadway Show: Matthew Morrison Teases Just In Time; Meet the Stars of Cats: The Jellicle Ball

by Jamie Kravitz

This week on The Broadway Show, excitement is building for the spring season. Get to know the stars of Cats: The Jellicle Ball, including André De Shields (Old Deuteronomy) and the original Macavity in Ca…

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2pm (Broadway Time)

Review: Katie Holmes Stars in Ibsen’s Comedy Hedda Gabler. Wait, Comedy?

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Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe join ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ as producers ahead of Broadway run

by Jonah De Forest For Broadway.com

“Cats: The Jellicle Ball” begins previews at Broadway’s Broadhurst Theatre on March 18, with opening night set for April 7.

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Holli' Gabrielle Conway, Jade Milan and Stoney B. Woods to Star in CRAZYSEXYCOOL – The TLC Musical

The principal cast has been revealed for CrazySexyCool – The TLC Musical at Arena Stage. The rise, resilience, and rhythm of the most successful female group of all time will take center stage in a summer 202…

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Woodie King Jr. to Be Honored With Special Tribute at The Barrymore Theatre

The life and legacy of Woodie King Jr. (1937–2026) will be honored at a special tribute at The Shubert Organization’s Barrymore Theatre on April 27. Additional details to come. Woodie King Jr., a visiona…

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Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for MARY POPPINS 2026 Japan Revival

An in-rehearsal video has been released for the 2026 Japan revival of Mary Poppins, which will play Tokyu Theatre Orb from March 28 through May 9, 2026. Preview performances begin March 21. The rehearsal foo…

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Photos: Betsy Wolfe Is the Newest Immortal Star of Broadway's Death Becomes Her

Adapted from the 1992 film, the hit musical follows two rivals who gain eternal youth via a magic potion with some dirty side effects.

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Cynthia Nixon Will Direct Last Summer at Bluefish Cove Reading for Classic Stage

The one-night-only performance of Jane Chambers' play is set for March.

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Ben Platt Is Gianmarco Soresi's Theater Adult Special Guest for March

The Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award winner will join the comic and theatre fan at Joe's Pub.

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New York Neo-Futurists Welcome New Ensemble Members

The group will begin five-week runs in The Infinite Wrench at The Second City New York later this year.

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When Curating the American Songbook Concert Series, Curator Clint Ramos Called on His Friends

by Kevin Filipski

This spring, Lincoln Center will hosts concerts from Ruthie Ann Miles, Ingrid Michaelson, Jeanine Tesori, more.

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 1pm (Broadway Time)

Watch: Robin de Jesús Sings 'Miracle Song' in Night Side Songs

The new musical from The Lazours is currently Off-Broadway via LCT3.

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Enrico Colantoni and Teri Hatcher to Star in Fault

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Fault

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Shoshana Bean, Auliʻi Cravalho, Judy Kuhn, Lindsay Mendez, and Ben Platt Join New York Pops Gala

Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Shoshana Bean (first Broadway replacement as Elphaba in Wicked), actress and producer Auliʻi Cravalho (Moana/Moana 2, Sally Bowles in Cabaret on Broadway), Tony Award…

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The Pelicot Trial Segal Talk

By . A discussion about the creation and development of The Pelicot Trial: Tribute to Gisèle Pelicot in collaboration with the Pelicot family’s lawyers, the court, psychological experts, legal

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Photos: First Look at Betsy Wolfe in DEATH BECOMES HER

You can now get a first look at production photos of Betsy Wolfe as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Madeline Ashton is the most beautiful actress (just ask her) ever to grace the stage a…

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at noon (Broadway Time)

Exclusive Photos: Fiasco Theater’s BARTLEBY at The Old Globe

Get a first look at The The Old Globe's commissioned world premiere of Fiasco Theater’s Bartleby, now running through March 22, 2026. Performances began February 20, with the official opening set for February…

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Actress Sondra Lee Dies at Age 97

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Watch: Drag Race Gets Ready for the Season 18 Rusical: Fanny

Get an exclusive first look at this week's musical episode.

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See Who's Starring in The Unpredictable Times in Georgia

Kevin Ray Johnson's drama will be directed by JP Haynie.

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Sally Ann Triplett, Lucy Thomas, Desmonda Cathabel, More Cast in Rosie West End Concert

A semi-staged concert of the new musical based on the life of Rosie Boote will play the Adelphi Theatre.

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Music Theatre International Adds Sister Act, The Drowsy Chaperone, How to Succeed... to Broadway Senior Collection

The new program adapts Broadway musicals for older performers.

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See Brooke Simpson Perform 'Last Drop' from Blood/Love Off-Broadway

The musical is the newest project by Hunter Bird, one of the creative minds behind Off-Broadway's immersive Masquerade.

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Memorial Planned for Drama League Associate Artistic Director Nilan

The entire arts community is invited to participate in the event.

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Alia Shawkat and Clare Barron on the Millennial Coming-of-Age Play You Got Older

by Diep Tran

The Arrested Development actor has teamed up with the Obie-winning playwright at A24's Cherry Lane Theatre.

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International Industry Titans Announce NYC Power-Seminar

by Jaymichaelsae

STOP “ACTING” AND START FIGHTING: International Industry Titans Announce NYC Power-Seminar Tired of the “starving artist” trope? Ready to actually get on a set with a call sheet that has your name on it…

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Sondra Lee, Star of ‘Peter Pan’ and ‘Hello, Dolly!’ on Broadway, Dies at 97

by Mike Barnes

The petite actress and dancer collaborated often with Jerome Robbins, coached Sally Field and John Malkovich and consulted on films including ‘The Last of the Mohicans.’

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Photos: The New Cast of SIX on Broadway Meets the Press

Six on Broadway has welcomed Dylan Mulvaney as Anne Boleyn and Grammy Award winner Abigail Barlow as Katherine Howard! Returning from the original Broadway cast of SIX are Grammy and Emmy winning Adrianna Hicks…

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Seven Decades Into Their Partnership, Maltby and Shire Are Still Going Strong

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IRREPLACEABLE: THE MUSIC OF BEYONCÉ

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Fun in the drawing room with ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’

by Alex Miller

In Fort Collins, Bas Bleu presents Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy.

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My Own Take: New Off-Broadway production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"

by Frank Rizzo

All photos by Joan Marcus The show: The off-Broadway production and welcome return of the delightful musical comedy “The 25th Annual Putnam Coun…

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Exclusive: What Is THE ADDING MACHINE All About?

The New Group will soon present The Adding Machine by Elmer L. Rice, with revisions by Thomas Bradshaw. Directed by Scott Elliott, this production features Sarita Choudhury, Michael Cyril Creighton, Daphne Rubi…

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11am (Broadway Time)

Sondra Lee Dies: Actor In Original Broadway Productions Of ‘Peter Pan’ And ‘Hello, Dolly!’ Was 97

by Greg Evans

Sondra Lee, a Broadway actor whose petit size allowed her, at 26, to convincingly play the Native American child princess Tiger Lily in Peter Pan opposite Mary Martin on Broadway and in the treasured 1955 TV pr…

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2nd-Year Cast Revealed for My Neighbour Totoro in London's West End

The stage show is based on Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved 1988 animated Studio Ghibli film.

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Original Hello, Dolly! Star Sondra Lee Dies at 97

Ms. Lee originated the role of Minnie Fay in the Jerry Herman musical.

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John Patrick Shanley's The Pushover Sets World Premiere Off-Broadway

Chain Theatre is bringing the new work to New York, with Kirk Gostkowski directing.

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Mass Shooting Drama You & Me Sets Off-Broadway World Premiere

Anthony M. Laura is writing and directing the new work, which follows the twin sister of a mass shooter.

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Theater Commentary: Theater for Young Audiences — What Role Can It Play In Saving Our Democracy?

by Joan Lancourt

Meeting today’s challenge—harnessing the performing arts to prepare the next generation to sustain democracy—requires broader collaboration not only with schools and community partners but among TYA compa…

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Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe Join Cats: The Jellicle Ball as Producers Ahead of Broadway Run

by Jonah De Forest

Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe are giving Cats: The Jellicle Ball its 10s. Deadline announced the news on February 25 that Erivo and Waithe are signing on to the production as producers. In a statement, Erivo…

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Watch Kuhoo Verma Sing 'I Say No' From Heathers The Musical

by Jonah De Forest

Kuhoo Verma goes toe-to-toe with scrunchie-sporting queen bees and nihilistic bad boys as Veronica Sawyer in Heathers The Musical off-Broadway. The rising star took a break from her tenure at Westerburg High to…

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Exclusive: Grey Henson Performs 'Day to Day' From Bigfoot!

The new musical from Amber Ruffin is at New York City Center.

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Bienvenue! Playbill Announces Broadway on the Seine Luxury Cruise

by Bryan Campione

Playbill Travel will host a river cruise September 2027, departing from Paris to explore the beauty of northern France.

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Louisa Jacobson, Amalia Yoo and More to Star in LAST SUMMER AT BLUEFISH COVE Benefit Reading

Classic Stage Company will present a one-night-only benefit reading of Last Summer at Bluefish Cove, by Jane Chambers and directed by Cynthia Nixon, on Monday, March 23 at 7pm at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theate…

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Watch the New Broadway Cast of Operation Mincemeat Take a Bow

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Broadway Performer Sondra Lee Passes Away at Age 97

Sondra Lee, who created the iconic roles of Tiger Lily opposite Mary Martin in Peter Man on Broadway and on television, and Minnie Fay in the original production of Hello, Dolly!, died of natural causes in her …

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The Brief on Brenda Joyce

by Trav S.D.

Well? Which is it? Brenda or Joyce? Actually, she is better known as Jane. Betty Graftina Leabo a.k.a. Brenda Joyce (1917-2009) is best known for being the seventh woman to portray the character of Jane in Tarz…

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Review Roundup: BEETELJUICE New North American Tour

Performances are underway for the new North American Tour of Beetlejuice. The tour played its first public performance on February 13 in Fresno, CA at the Saroyan Theatre and officially launched at the Safe Cre…

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Mysteries of Memory: Gulfshore’s Premiere of Deb Hiett’s ‘Circle Forward’

by Bill Hirschman

There are fond memories, distant memories, comforting memories, disturbing ones. In Deb Hiett’s Circle Forward, enjoying its world premiere at Gulfshore Playhouse, teenager Evan (Anthony Zambito) is dealing w…

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10am (Broadway Time)

This Fierce Cadre

by Patrick Denney

At a warm and well-trod Brooklyn coffee shop shortly before the end of 2025, I sat down with the actor, director, and beguiling mover Paul Lazar to discuss the process […]

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Matthew Morrison’s Broadway Comeback Is Just In Time—and on His Own Terms

by Jonah De Forest

Matthew Morrison made a name for himself on television as McKinley High’s glee club director Will Schuester (aka Mr. Schue) on the beloved musical series Glee. But his roots are on stage, having starred in th…

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Reviewers Sound Off on The Reservoir Off-Broadway

Noah Galvin, Caroline Aaron, Chip Zien, and more co-star in the Jake Brasch play at Atlantic Theater Company.

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Get a 1st Look at Pony Cam's Burnout Paradise Off-Broadway

by Meg Masseron, Margaret Hall

In a race against time, four performers on treadmills perform an escalating series of tasks as they try to get a long to-do list finished.

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Broadway's Chicago and Six Add March Matinees After Blizzard Cancellations

You have two extra shots to see these two fan favorite musicals.

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Photos: Operation Mincemeat Welcomes an All-New, All-American Cast