Odds and Ends: Ariana Grande Exits Sunday in the Park with George, Fallen Angels Heads to Movie Theaters & More by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. Sunday Departure Ariana Grande has withdrawn from the forthcoming London revival of Sunday in the Park with George. As previously re…

Long Island's Argyle Theatre Names New Leadership by Logan Culwell-Block

Founding Artistic Director Evan Pappas will be succeeded by Tommy Ranieri.

People to Watch: Phanésia Pharel by American Theatre Editors

The Haitian American playwright reflects on female empowerment and her wishes for change in the industry as her play ‘Dead Girl's Quinceañera’ makes the rounds this fall.

Runyonland Launches Spare Key Series Play Development Initiative by Logan Culwell-Block

Producers Thomas Laub and Alyah Chanelle Scott are looking for work from early-career playwrights.

Comedian Julian Sewell to Make Off-Broadway Debut in Spelling Bee by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| He will take over the role of William Barfée from Kevin McHale. ||Off-Broadway|Julian Sewell,Kevin McHale,The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee [...] Read More... from …

Meg Stalter Is the Sweetest Brat on Broadway in Oh, Mary! by Dylan Parent

The Hacks scene stealer on the "freedom in being bratty" and why her Christian faith isn't a bit.

Video: 98 Degrees' Drew Lachey and the Cast of the New Musical Label●less Perform Above Times Square by Playbill Staff

The performance took place at RiseNY's balcony overlooking Times Square, part of the Playbill Torch Song series.

Cynthia Nixon Will Hold a Public Forum for Off-Broadway's Public Theater in Central Park by Logan Culwell-Block

The two-time Tony winner will be joined by Harvard philosopher Michael Sandel to discuss our current ultra-polarized world.

Broadway Itinerary — Week of 8/3 by Broadway News

Broadway News has rounded up a few industry events for the week of August 3, so you never miss your cue.

Karen Ziemba and Marc Kudisch to Star in World Premiere of Safe House Off-Broadway by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The cast also includes Anna Roman, Grace Church, Justin Lee Miller, Glenn Seven Allen, and Julianna Layne. ||Off-Broadway|Anna Roman,Benjamin Viertel,Glenn Seven Allen,Grace …

Karen Ziemba, Marc Kudisch Will Lead Safe House Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

The new play from L.B. Browne follows a family obsessed with preparing for doomsday as a U.S. presidential election looms.

Ana Gasteyer’s September L. Davis to Perform Apology Tour Off-Broadway by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The show will run for nine performances only at Studio Seaview. ||Off-Broadway|Ana Gasteyer,September L. Davis,Studio Seaview [...] Read More... from Ana Gasteyer’s Septemb…

WARRIORS Holding Summer Workshop in NYC Before Broadway Premiere

Warriors is holding a workshop in New York City this summer, prior to its Broadway debut in 2027. Lin-Manuel Miranda, who co-wrote the musical with Eisa Davis, took to Instagram to share a p…

Cast Announced for the North American Premiere of The Osmonds: A New Musical by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The cast includes Noah Alexander Price, Anthony Lafornara, Daniel Levi Grest, Lane Adam Williamson, and Ben Orzell. ||Rochester|Anthony Lafornara,Ben Orzell,Brianna Ross,Dani…

‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ to release original Broadway cast recording this winter by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

“Tempress” Chasity Moore (Grizabella) announced the news from the stage of the Broadhurst Theatre following the evening performance on August 1.

Cameron Mackintosh Says 'Utterly Different' LES MISÉRABLES Coming to NYC

Sir Cameron Mackintosh has teased that something big is headed to New York - though he's not the producer behind it. Speaking with NY1's Frank DiLella, in regards to a potential return of Le…

Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical and will take a break from the public eye by Associated Press

A representative for Grande told People magazine that the 33-year-old singer “will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour.” The post Ariana G…

Review Roundup: Andrew Stein's DISRUPTION Opens Off-Broadway

Disruption, a new play by Andrew Stein, directed by Hersh Ellis, just opened at The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center. Does anyone know what would ma…

Video: Patti Murin & Colin Donnell Rehearse For The Muny's MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS

The Muny has released new rehearsal footage of their upcoming production of Meet Me In St. Louis. The new video, filmed at their designer run, gives audiences an early preview of the product…

September L. Davis Sets THE APOLOGY TOUR 'Theatrical Experience' Off-Broadway This Fall

September L. Davis will bring her Apology Tour to Studio Seaview Off-Broadway this fall, with nine dates set for September. Read September L. Davis' personal announcement about the show! …

Julian Sewell Joins Off-Broadway's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as Show Extends Through October 11 by Sophia Rubino

Julian Sewell will make his off-Broadway debut in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as William Barfée, beginning performances on August 18 at New World Stages. Sewell succeeds Kev…

Obie Winner David Greenspan to Star in Rare Revival Tom Stoppard’s The Invention of Love by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| Performances are September 17–October 3 at Theaterlab. ||Off-Broadway|David Greenspan,The Invention of Love,Tom Stoppard,Zachary Elkind [...] Read More... from Obie Winner …

Ana Gasteyer Will Be September L. Davis Live Off-Broadway for 9 Performances Only by Logan Culwell-Block

September L. Davis: The Apology Tour will play Studio Seaview this fall.

Jimmy Cricket, comedian known for his ‘And there’s more!’ catchphrase, dies aged 80 by Tim Jonze

His family friendly style made the comedian a household name in the 80s and he was awarded a papal knighthood in 2015 for services to charityJimmy Cricket, the northern Irish comic who becam…

Grey Henson and More to Lead PRINGLE & FINN Industry Presentation

Pringle & Finn, The Musical!, a new musical for young audiences based on the beloved children's books by Paul Castle, will receive an invitation-only industry presentation on Monday, Aug…

Review: Disruption Asks, Would AI Make Better Life Decisions Than You? by Zach

Zachary Stewart| Andrew Stein’s drama makes its New York debut at Pershing Square Signature Center. ||Off-Broadway|Andrew Stein,Conrad Ricamora,Elizabeth Stanley,Emma Kikue,Hersh Ellis,Ire…

Antonio Banderas Recalls Staging GODSPELL for Pope Leo XIV: 'I Felt the Spell of God'

Antonio Banderas has pulled back the curtain on one of the more improbable theatrical bookings of the year: a performance of GODSPELL for Pope Leo XIV. In a wide-ranging interview with He…

After the end of the end of the party by David Cote

A horseshoe path in media, surviving grief, and struggling up that hill

Julian Sewell to Join THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has extended performances for the third and final time, now running through Sunday, October 11 only. Beginning August 18, comedian and digital sati…

How To Do Trans, Aspec Shakespeare by Beks Roen

By Beks Roen. Beks Roen, a nonbinary, aromantic, asexual actor who often performs in Shakespearen plays, reflects on how they have made space for their identities in classical theatre and of…

David Greenspan Will Star in Tom Stoppard's The Invention of Love Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

Zachary Elkind will direct the rarely-staged play at Theaterlab.

Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater become one by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Spelling Bee Will Close Off-Broadway in October; Julian Sewell to Join for Final Weeks by Logan Culwell-Block

The internet comic will succeed Kevin McHale as William Barfée.

BILLY BRINGS BACK BENNETT by Ron Fassler

Review by Ron Fassler . . . With this being the centenary of Tony Bennett’s birth (in fact, he was born today, August 3, 1926), cabaret icon and pianist-singer Billy Stritch put together a…

Trainspotting the Musical UK tour cancelled over poor ticket sales by Jacob Stolworthy

The production, adapted by author Irvine Welsh, will come to an end months earlier than planned after West End run

Wicked by the Numbers: Broadway’s Emerald Empire of Bubbles, Haute Couture and Green Paint by Jonah De Forest

Wicked is the ultimate Broadway blockbuster: a behemoth feat of stagecraft that has kept audiences enrapt for over 22 years. In fact, Wicked is the fourth longest-running musical in Broadway…

Listen: Jordan Fisher, Norbert Leo Butz and Kate Baldwin Featured on THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN EP

The new musical The Real Kyle McCarren has released Songs from The Real Kyle McCarren: The Studio EP, featuring an all-star studio cast including Disney and Broadway star Jordan Fisher (Dear…

What Are the Reviews For Disruption Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

Hersh Ellis directs Andrew Stein's new thriller, starring Conrad Ricamora, Elizabeth Stanley, John David Washington, and more.

Video: Kerry Washington Takes Final Bow in THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES

See footage of Kerry Washington taking her final bow in Lincoln Center Theater's The Whoopi Monologues, a reimagining of Whoopi Goldberg’s iconic show. The production is now playing at the…

Video: Laura Benanti and Daughter Ella Demand Apology From September Davis

Laura Benanti and her daughter Ella took to Instagram to share a recent unpleasant encounter they shared with September Davis, in which Davis tried to get Ella thrown out of Sardi's! Afte…

Aliya Grace to Star as Betty Boop in BOOP! The Musical North American Tour by Sophia Rubino

Boop-Oop-a-Doop! Aliya Grace will star as Betty Boop in the North American tour of BOOP! The Musical. The 50-week tour will launch on October 3 at the West Herr Auditorium in Rochester, New…

Exclusive: Aliya Grace Will Lead the BOOP! National Tour- Meet the Rising Star

This fall, Aliya Grace will star as Betty Boop in the North American Tour of BOOP! The Musical, which will officially launch its 50-week tour at Rochester, NY’s West Herr Auditorium Theatr…

Ariana Grande Withdraws from Sunday in the Park with George by Zach

Alex Wood| The Wicked star had been announced to appear opposite Jonathan Bailey in a revival production at London’s Barbican Theatre. ||London|Ariana Grande,Barbican Theatre,Empire Street…

SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Still Scheduled for Summer 2027 Following Grande's Exit, Producers Confirm

Producers on Sunday In The Park With George have released a statement, following the exit of Ariana Grande from the production. The statement reads: “Following this evening’s announc…

Thomasina Gross Solo Show Eartha: I'm Still Here Will Play 54 Below by Meg Masseron

Nohely Quiroz will direct the work celebrating the life, artistry, and enduring legacy of Eartha Kitt.

Grey Henson Will Lead NYC Industry Presentation of Pringle & Finn, The Musical! by Meg Masseron

Based on the beloved children's books by Paul Castle, the 50-minute musical follows two penguins who embark on a cake delivery adventure.

GRACE NOTES: Monday, August 3, 2026 by Susan Grace

  Today’s Highlights:   Relax … let go … let fly…   **********************       South of the Border by Jim Bernhard   Match these shows with the Latin American country in wh…

Jordan Fisher, Kate Baldwin, Norbert Leo Butz, More Featured On The Real Kyle McCarren Studio EP by Meg Masseron

Songs from The Real Kyle McCarren offers eight tracks from the new musical.

The Show Will Go On Without Ariana Grande: ‘Sunday In The Park With George’ Producers Plan For Musical Without ‘Wicked’ Star by Jake Kanter

A London production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Sunday in the Park with George will continue without Ariana Grande, according to producers. The Wi…

Aliya Grace to Star in Tour of Boop! The Musical by Zach

Zachary Stewart| The tour kicks off this October at Rochester’s West Herr Auditorium Theatre. ||Rochester|Aliya Grace,Boop!,Jerry Mitchell [...] Read More... from Aliya Grace to Star in To…

Water Music, Don Quixotte, and More: What's Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Stay up to date with the best of dance, opera, concert music, and more in NYC.

Aliya Grace Will Lead Boop! The Musical North American Tour by Meg Masseron, Logan Culwell-Block

The former American Idol contestant is ready to give audiences across the nation something to shout about.

Little Angel Theatre unveils landmark marionette exhibition as part of 65th anniversary celebrations by Staff Writer

Little Angel Theatre will mark its 65th anniversary with a major new exhibition, Marionettes: An Exhibition Celebrating String Puppets The post Little Angel Theatre unveils landmark marionet…

Marlowe Theatre announces cast and UK tour dates for premiere of A Tale of Two Cities by Staff Writer

The Marlowe Theatre has announced the full cast and UK tour dates for the premiere production of Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities The post Marlowe Theatre announces cast and UK tour d…

Cinderella: An Immersive Pantomime Experience to transform East Riddlesden Hall this Christmas by Staff Writer

This Christmas, National Trust property East Riddlesden Hall will be transformed into a festive wonderland for the premiere of Cinderella: An Immersive Pantomime Experience The post Cinderel…

Further casting announced for New Vic Theatre and Not Too Tame’s Romeo & Juliet by Staff Writer

The New Vic Theatre and Not Too Tame have announced further casting for their upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet, a new adaptation that imagines Shakespeare’s iconic star-crossed lo…

The Old Fire Station announces world premiere of A Christmas Carol Continues by Jonny Donahoe by Staff Writer

The Old Fire Station in Oxford has announced A Christmas Carol Continues, a new festive comedy by Jonny Donahoe and Conor O’Toole, running from 9 to 29 December 2026 The post The Old Fire …

Shaggy joins Sting for two special London performances of The Last Ship at Theatre Royal Drury Lane by Staff Writer

Shaggy will co-star with Sting in The Last Ship at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 22 and 23 September, marking the only two performances in the limited London run in which he will appear The po…

Hades, King Herod and the Politics of Theater. A Starry August. Stageworthy News of the Week. by Jonathan Mandell

The producers of “Hadestown” on Broadway rescinded the casting of Geno Segers as Hades, after OnStageBlog reposted Segers’ (now deleted) videos on social media that belittled transgen…

Now You See Me Live review – magic so bombastic it may be visible from space by Brian Logan

London ColiseumA quartet of conjurors, calling themselves the Horsemen, perform fine feats of escapology and mentalism that are undermined by smoke, lasers and pomposityIs there an opposite …

Stand-Up Won’t Let Go of Dwayne Kennedy by Carl Kozlowski

The Chicago comedy legend on winning an Emmy and growing up in the city's stand-up scene.

Ariana Grande: London theatre sends message of support as singer pulls out of play by Laura Harding

Grande had been due to star in Sunday In The Park With George at the Barbican.

TIFF Chapter Six Begins as the First Tribute Honourees Are Revealed by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: Penélope Cruz, Lee Chang-dong, Isabelle Huppert, and more make TIFF 51 feel wonderfully close and celebratory By Ross The road to TIFF 51 suddenly feels a whole lo…

Mary Beth Barone on provocative jokes, Palestine and manosphere misogyny: ‘It’s hard to stomach that those are my co-workers’ by Owen Myers

The comedian and actor’s new Netflix special is a gleefully absurd take on politics and potty-mouthed humorMary Beth Barone knows exactly who will be offended by her new Netflix special. �…

‘Topless modelling never aligned with me’: inside Everyone’s Seen My Tits, the play by a former page 3 model by Anya Ryan

As she brings her memoir to the Edinburgh festival, Keeley Hazell talks about trauma, exploitation, the hollowness of the high life – and her new career as a writer on Ted LassoThere was a…

‘They played noughts and crosses on the PM’s huge forehead!’ An Indian standup picks his favourite gen Z protest memes by Anuvab Pal

They turned the news into a Funny or Die video. They cooked up a romcom between PM Modi and Giorgia Meloni. And they fought the police with Lana del Rey memes. Our writer observes the Cockro…

Boy George pulls out of Jesus Christ Superstar after releasing pro-Israel song by Ben Beaumont-Thomas

The 80s star will no longer appear in role of Herod in London Palladium run, with manager saying decision is ‘in the best interests of my artist’Boy George has pulled out of a forthcomin…

The best theatre to stream this month: Self Esteem dazzles with Teeth ’n’ Smiles by Chris Wiegand

Rebecca Lucy Taylor leads David Hare’s rock’n’roll drama, Michaela Coel tells us Chewing Gum Dreams and Stranger Things’ Gaten Matarazzo stars in a murder mysteryLike a time capsule …

Ariana Grande to take ‘a step back’ from public life due to ‘endless, ongoing scrutiny’ by Sian Cain and Agencies

Singer was due to reunite with Wicked co-star Jonathan Bailey in London production of Sunday in the Park With GeorgeAriana Grande has announced plans to take a break from public-facing work …

‘Never felt so scared’: the Cats obsessive who’s created a feral dance version of the purr-fect musical by Lyndsey Winship

Drew McOnie skipped school to audition for the original. It launched his astonishing career. Now he’s getting his claws into a no-pussyfooting version of the classic hitAt the age of 17, D…

Why AI isn’t killing Google Search by Arlene Espino

Misty Copeland on Her Joyce Theater Festival and Ballet Philosophy by Gia Kourlas

Copeland, the retired ballerina was the first Black female principal of American Ballet Theater, curates a two-week festival at the Joyce.

On the Couch with Eleanor Lyons

The post On the Couch with Eleanor Lyons appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Hadestown The Musical (pro-shot movie release) by Wendy Caster

What sheer joy! The people who put together the pro-shot of Hadestown got pretty much everything right. They captured the full experience of Hadestown, of course with the usual video vs li…

Final tickets to be released as Disney’s THE LION KING continues to captivate Sydney

The post Final tickets to be released as Disney’s THE LION KING continues to captivate Sydney appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Andrew Upton: Krank Fuss

The post Andrew Upton: Krank Fuss appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

The Sound Inside set for South Australian premiere at Holden Street Theatres

The post The Sound Inside set for South Australian premiere at Holden Street Theatres appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Darebin FUSE Festival returns for Spring 2026

The post Darebin FUSE Festival returns for Spring 2026 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

China Anne McClain Makes Her Broadway Debut in The Great Gatsby Tonight by Jonah De Forest

China Anne McClain makes her Broadway debut as Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby on August 3. She stars alongside Ryan McCartan, who returned to the role of Jay Gatsby on July 27.  M…

Ariana Grande Will Not Spend Sunday In The Park With George by Suzanna Bowling

n an era where artists are expected to be constantly visible, perpetually productive, and endlessly available, Ariana Grande has made a different choice. The Grammy-winning singer and Wicked…

China Anne McClain Makes Broadway Debut in The Great Gatsby Beginning August 3 by Andrew Gans

The hit musical based on the F. Scott Fitzgerald novel continues at the Broadway Theatre.