A Home for Jerry Hausner by Trav S.d.

A salute to one of the unsung this morning: character actor and voice-over artist Jerry Hausner (James Bernard Hausner, 1909-1993). Hausner supported numerous classic comedians on radio, tel…

Krysta Rodriguez to Star as Roxie Hart in Broadway’s Chicago by Sophia Rubino

Whoopee! Krysta Rodriguez, known for the television show Smash and its recent Broadway musical adaptation, will join the Broadway company of Chicago. She will star as Roxie Hart beginning on…

A Beloved Theater Festival Is Back. Let the Adventures Begin. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

With the new play “Titans,” Clubbed Thumb’s Summerworks series opens with a sharp ensemble work.

An Ideal Husband, Gate Theatre, Dublin review - focused energy keeps mannered dark comedy afloat by David Nice

An Ideal Husband, Gate Theatre, Dublin review - focused energy keeps mannered dark comedy afloat David Nice Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:50 Adrenalin-fuelled star t…

Zachary Stewart Discusses the Tony Race on Theater: All the Moving Parts by Zach

Editorial Staff| TheaterMania’s chief critic joined host Patrick Pacheco and a panel of theater journalists to survey this year’s nominations and offer predictions. ||Broadway|Adam Feldm…

Monologues and Mayday in Minneapolis by Gabriela

In defiance of early 2026's harrowing ICE/CBP occupation, Mixed Blood Theatre commissioned theatre artists to process and document the moment.

On the Playbill Podcast: Aaron Tveit on How Lea Michele Inspired Him to Join Chess by Playbill Staff

The Broadway favorite initially thought the score was too hard to sing.

Freud on cocaine? Psychoanalyze that! by Darleen Ortega

It's true – and Howard Skora's "Freud on Cocaine," the featured play in Fuse Theatre's OUTwright Theatre Festival, tells the tale with comic zest and a whiff of darkness.

Astell and Woolf review – feminist writers unite and share a sherry in the afterlife by Mark Fisher

Live theatre, NewcastleIn Shelagh Stephenson’s spiky comedy, Virginia Woolf and Mary Astell become celestial companions, discussing religion, science and independenceMary Astell is not kno…

Krysta Rodriguez to Play Roxie in Chicago on Broadway by Phempstead

Zachary Stewart| The Smash star will begin performances on June 15. ||Broadway|Chicago,Krysta Rodriguez [...] Read More... from Krysta Rodriguez to Play Roxie in Chicago on Broadway The post…

GABLESTAGE ANNOUNCES JUAN JOSÉ ESCALANTE AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR by Website Administrator

GableStage, one of South Florida’s longest-running and most acclaimed theatre companies, is proud to announce the appointment of Juan José Escalante as its new Executive Director. Escalan…

Portraits of Lin-Manuel Miranda, Quiara Alegría Hudes Currently on Display in New York's Madison Square Park by Diep Tran

Visual artist Roberto Lugo has painted a tribute to Puerto Rican culture.

Broadway Bets Raises Record-Breaking Sum for Broadway Cares at Edison Ballroom by Andrew Gans

The evening featured 55 Texas Hold ’em poker tables and 550 tournament players and onlookers.

Broadway Grosses w/e 5/17/2026 by Ken Davenport

Broadway held essentially flat this week, with total grosses slipping... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 5/17/2026 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Krysta Rodriguez Will Join Broadway Cast of Chicago by Andrew Gans

The record-breaking revival continues at the Ambassador Theatre.

What Are Reviews for Eliana Theologides Rodriguez's Indian Princesses Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

Set at a father-daughter crafting camp, the play wrestles with cultural appropriation and questions that we're unable or unwilling to answer.

20 Schools Inducted Into Disney on Broadway School of Excellence Program by Logan Culwell-block

The program recognizes outstanding student involvement in school theatre with free Disney licenses to Newsies, High School Musical, and more.

Interview: Annie Kershaw on Foal at Finborough Theatre by Greg Stewart

Interview: Director Annie Kershaw brings a bold new world premiere to the Finborough Theatre this spring with Foal, a gripping new play by Titas Halder The post Interview: Annie Kershaw on F…

Video: Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt Take First Bows in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING

Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt took their first bows in Maybe Happy Ending on May 19. The pair have taken on the roles of “Oliver” and “Claire”, respectively. Check out the vid…

ISLAND CITY STAGE CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON WITH 2026-27 SHOWS ANNOUNCEMENT by Website Administrator

New season features a signature camp revival, a nostalgic Broadway musical and an off-Broadway salacious satire plus a world premiere by a local artist.  Island City Stage, an award-winning…

Photos/Video: Broadway Bets Raises $989,528 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Broadway’s official game night, Broadway Bets, took place on May 18, 2026, for an evening of poker that raised $989,528 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. This year’s event welcomed…

First look production images released for Black Comedy at Orange Tree Theatre by Staff Writer

Orange Tree Theatre has released first look production images for its upcoming revival of Black Comedy by Peter Shaffer, directed by Caroline Steinbeis The post First look production images …

Jermyn Street Theatre reveals 2026 Autumn season with Simon Stephens UK premiere and Richard Eyre revival by Staff Writer

Jermyn Street Theatre has announced its 2026 Autumn season, featuring the UK premiere of Simon Stephens’ A Slow Fire The post Jermyn Street Theatre reveals 2026 Autumn season with Simon St…

“An Enemy of the People” Tells Inconvenient Truths by Mary Wisniewski

TimeLine Theatre christens its new Uptown building with the Henrik Ibsen work, adapted by Amy Herzog in 2024, about a doctor whose alarming discovery makes him a town pariah.

A Play is Better than a Skit by Mason Pilevsky

Indian Princesses – 09 May 2026 I grew up in San Diego, California, and had many friends who participated in Indian Princesses, though I did not. For those who are unaware, Indian Princess…

5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘Dog Day Afternoon’’s Brenda Abbandandolo and Isabella Byrd by Ruthie Fierberg

Costume designer Abbandandolo and lighting designer Byrd reflect on their concepts and collaboration.

5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘Liberation’’s Whitney White by Ruthie Fierberg

White is nominated for her second Tony Award.

Photos: CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Opens on Broadway

Celebrity Autobiography is now on Broadway! This marks the Broadway premiere of the long-running Off-Broadway production. Celebrity Autobiography is a Drama Desk Award-winning comedy created…

Churchill’s Urinal review – Rosie Holt’s pisstake chancellor turns it up to No 11 by Ryan Gilbey

King’s Head theatre, London An office toilet once used by the wartime PM sparks a culture war in this frenzied show about politics and patriarchyWhen Rachel Reeves became chancellor in 202…

Rosie Jones to appear on The Show People Podcast for special live recording in Clapham by Staff Writer

Award-winning British comedian Rosie Jones will be the special guest for an upcoming live recording of The Show People Podcast at The Two Brewers in Clapham The post Rosie Jones to appear on…

Two Sisters, One Legend: “WANTED” Brings an Outlaw Story to Broadway by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: A new musical rooted in history and defiance begins its Broadway run By Ross The image that stays with me is simple. Two sisters standing side by side, not yet lege…

Star-To-Be: Benjamin Pajak by JK

⭐⭐Star - To - Be⭐⭐Benjamin PajakAt the ripe old age of 15, one might say that Benjamin Pajak is already a star, not a "to be." But we are certain that he is on his way to a decades l…

Broadway Pipeline: May 20, 2026 by Theatrical Index

Full casting announced for Firebird revival at Southwark Playhouse Borough by Staff Writer

Full casting has been announced for the first revival of Firebird, Phil Davies’ powerful debut play, which opens at Southwark Playhouse Borough The post Full casting announced for Firebird…

Polka Theatre announces packed autumn and winter 2026–27 season by Staff Writer

Polka Theatre has unveiled its full autumn and winter 2026–27 season, featuring a wide-ranging programme of world premieres, returning favourites, and family productions The post Polka The…

Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella announces full 2026–27 UK tour dates by Staff Writer

New Adventures has announced full tour dates for Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella, which will return for a major 2026–27 UK tour The post Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella announces full 2026–2…

Between The Covers Live! – Celebrating Agatha Christie announces UK tour by Staff Writer

A brand-new live stage show celebrating Agatha Christie will tour the UK this October The post Between The Covers Live! – Celebrating Agatha Christie announces UK tour appeared first on Th…

National Youth Theatre reveals major new projects for 70th anniversary year by Staff Writer

National Youth Theatre (NYT) has unveiled a major new wave of projects as part of its 70th anniversary celebrations The post National Youth Theatre reveals major new projects for 70th annive…

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show to return to West End for festive season by Staff Writer

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is set to return to London’s West End this Christmas, playing at Theatre Royal Haymarket The post Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show to return to West End for fest…

Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA opens in Melbourne this week

The post Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA opens in Melbourne this week appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2026- EVERY BRILLIANT THING Tops the Grosses and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: NEW - BWW For You, Personalized …

With ‘1536,’ Ava Pickett Is ‘the Charli XCX of Young Playwrights’ by Andrew Dickson

Ava Pickett just opened her play “1536” in London. Next up: a TV adaptation, then a project with the filmmaker Baz Luhrmann.

Mother Courage and Her Children, Shakespeare's Globe review - a post-apocalyptic vision of a world corrupted by violence and greed by Rachel Halliburton

Mother Courage and Her Children, Shakespeare's Globe review - a post-apocalyptic vision of a world corrupted by violence and greed Rachel Halliburton Wed, 05/20/202…

Broadway Saying Goodbye to “Beaches,” “Death Becomes Her,” with “Six” Sure to Be Next, “Moulin Rouge” Already Announced After Tough Se by Roger Friedman

Broadway is contracting pretty fast. It had already been announced that “Moulin Rouge” would shut down at the end of August. Then “Death Becomes Her,” based on the movie, announced a…

An Ideal Husband, Lyric Hammersmith review - an oddly timely and amusingly repurposed classic by Helen Hawkins

An Ideal Husband, Lyric Hammersmith review - an oddly timely and amusingly repurposed classic Helen Hawkins Wed, 05/20/2026 - 09:00 Oscar Wilde's comedy wi…

LaChanze’s Guide to Free Shakespeare in the Park Tickets | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

This summer, Free Shakespeare in the Park returns to the Delacorte Theater in Central Park with two extraordinary productions: ROMEO & JULIET beginning May 22 and THE WINTER’S TALE later i…

NAATCO'S HENRY VI: A TRILOGY IN TWO PARTS In Rehearsals | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

HENRY VI: A TRILOGY IN TWO PARTS June 09, 2026 - July 19, 2026 Venue Newman Theater By William Shakespeare A Trilogy in Two Parts Adapted and Directed by Stephen Brown-Fried NAATCO retu…

NAATCO's Mia Katigbak receives 2026 Lucille Lortel Lifetime Achievement Award | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

We’re still not over the incredibly celebrated and legendary Mia Katigbak receiving the 2026 Lucille Lortel Lifetime Achievement Award! ✨ Don’t miss Mia when she returns to The Public …

On the Couch with Sonya Suares

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Drag star Jinkx Monsoon: ‘It makes sense for me to play Judy Garland. It just does’ by Louis Chilton

The Broadway star and two-time ‘Drag Race’ winner speaks to Louis Chilton about portraying a timeless queer icon on stage, her struggles with addiction, and ‘treating Doctor Who like S…