Broadway Itinerary — Week of 6/22 by Broadway News

Broadway News has rounded up a few industry events for the week of June 22, so you never miss your cue.

Samantha Pauly Sets Final Performance in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway

Samantha Pauly (Six) has set her final performance as Jordan Baker in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. The original cast member will depart the production on July 26, 2026, after over two years…

Influential Record Producer and Music Executive Clive Davis Passes Away at 94

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of longtime record producer and music executive Clive Davis. His family confirmed the news to The New York Times, sharing that he passed away …

Bowen Yang Hosts 2026 Jimmy Awards June 22; Watch Complete Ceremony Here by Andrew Gans, Meg Masseron

Celebrating high school musical theatre talent from around the country, the awards are being held at Broadway's Minskoff.

XTRAVAGANZA Brings Ballroom To Times Square with “Love Is Imagination” Pride Mini Ball

This Pride Month, The House of Xtravaganza is throwing the Love Is Imagination Pride Mini Ball in partnership with TSQ LIVE giving us a first look at Xtravaganza, a new original musical insp…

Watch Billy Porter Sing “I Am What I Am” From La Cage Aux Folles by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The Encores! production is running at New York City Center through June 28. ||New York City|Billy Porter,La Cage aux Folles,New York City Center,New York City Center Encores!…

GoFundMe Launched to Support Aaron Lazar in His Battle With ALS

A GoFundMe has been launched to support Broadway actor Aaron Lazar in his continued battle with ALS. Lazar publicly revealed his diagnosis in 2024, stating in an interview, "I was diagnosed …

QWEEN JEAN: SUMMER LEGACY BALL and More Set for Little Island 2026 Summer Programming

Little Island has unveiled programming details for its 2026 summer season, running from July 29 through September 6. This season includes concerts, world premieres, live radio shows, culinar…

Video: Watch Highlights from the 6th Annual Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth

Just last week, the Broadway League’s Black to Broadway initiative, in partnership with Black Theatre United and BTC: Building The Change, presented the 6th annual Broadway Celebrates June…

Photos: Beth Leavel, Matt Doyle, Ruthie Ann Miles and More in HELLO, DOLLY! at Ogunquit Playhouse

Ogunquit Playhouse is presenting Hello, Dolly!, featuring a book by Michael Stewart and music & lyrics by Jerry Herman, now running through July 18, 2026. Get a first look at production …

Get a 1st Look at The Zionists: A Family Storm at Barrington Stage Company by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

S. Asher Gelman's play is directed and choreographed by Chloe Treat.

THE SHEEP DETECTIVES Sets Streaming Release on Prime Video

The Sheep Detectives, the comedic mystery film starring Tony Award winner Hugh Jackman, has set its streaming debut. Following its theatrical release in May, the movie will be available to s…

Samantha Pauly Sets Final Performance in Broadway's The Great Gatsby by Andrew Gans

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

Little Island's 2026 Summer Season to Feature Free Shows by Laurie Anderson, Rufus Wainwright, Lillias White, Qween Jean, More by Margaret Hall

The riverside park will hosts 56 different events, including concerts, world premieres, and live radio shows.

Kennedy Center Will Not Close Completely in July, But Programming Not Expected to Resume by Diep Tran

Trump's name has also been removed, but the building continues to be covered by scaffolding.

Photos: Reese Witherspoon, Victor Garber & More LEGALLY BLONDE Stars Reunite for Anniversary Event

On June 20th, Amazon MGM Studios took over Manhattan’s Hall des Lumières for “Elle World.” The one-day-only immersive event celebrated the upcoming July 1 premiere of the Prime Video …

Video: Watch BROADWAY BARES Rehearse an Austin Powers Dance Number

Watch a video of cast members from Broadway Bares rehearsing an Austin Powers-inspired number! Matt Wiercinski and MiMi Scardulla lead the performance, which is choreographed by Billy Griffi…

MYSTIC PIZZA to Launch New National Tour in September 2026

A new production of Mystic Pizza: A New Musical will launch a national tour at the Clemens Center in Elmira, New York on September 26, 2026. Based on the beloved movie classic that launched …

BROTHERHOOD Movie Musical Sets Theatrical Release; Watch a Trailer

Principal photography has been completed for BROTHERHOOD: A Cinematic Musical, the new feature film written, composed, and directed by Ross Boothe for Craftsman Films. The movie is expected …

Mystic Pizza: A New Musical Will Launch National Tour This Fall by Andrew Gans

Jennifer Werner will direct and choreograph the musical based on the film of the same name.

Teaser Posters Revealed for Jesse Eisenberg Musical Comedy THE DEBUT; Trailer Coming This Week

The first teaser posters are here for the forthcoming musical comedy film from Jesse Eisenberg. Officially titled The Debut, Eisnberg directs the A24 feature, which will debut its first trai…

Video: Billy Porter Performs 'I Am What I Am' in Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES

New York City Center has released a video of Billy Porter performing the iconic Act 1 finale from La Cage Aux Folles, “I Am What I Am.” The Encores! production is currently running throu…

Check Out the Teaser Trailer for The Gilded Age Season 4 by Margaret Hall

The HBO series, starring Carrie Coon, Cynthia Nixon, Audra McDonald, Christine Baranski, and more, is now in production for its fourth season.

Tickets Now on Sale for Paddington The Musical on Broadway by Sophia Rubino

Tickets are now on sale for Paddington The Musical, with the beloved British bear bringing his big adventure to Broadway in spring of 2027. Based on the book A Bear Called Paddington by Mich…

Review: Olivia Washington Ignites Geffen Playhouse in Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous by Zach

Jonas Schwartz| Pearl Cleage’s comedy finds power when Washington seizes the stage. ||Los Angeles|Anna Campbell,August Wilson,Beowulf Boritt,Charlayne Woodard,Deborah Joy Winans,Denise Bur…

MYSTIC PIZZA To Launch National Tour This Fall

Pass the Pepperoni! Today, it was announced that Mystic Pizza: A New Musical will launch a national tour this September starting at the Clemens Center in Elmira, New York. Based on the belov…

Exclusive: Watch Elizabeth Stanley's Rendition of 'Sing Happy' for LIZA! AT 80

There's about to be a whole lotta Liza going on at Carnegie Hall! On Thursday, June 25, Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance will take the stage at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage,…

Lincoln Center Theater to Announce Their New Season on Tuesday

Lincoln Center Theater will announce their new season on Tuesday. In a new Instagram post, the organization has announced that they will debut their 2026–27 season tomorrow, June 23. L…

New Musical Film Brotherhood, Starring Mauricio Martínez, Sets Fall Release by Margaret Hall

The film centers on the relationship between an American citizen and a Mexican immigrant who has spent more than a decade under the threat of deportation.

Video: Billy Porter Belts Out 'I Am What I Am' in Encores! La Cage aux Folles by Andrew Gans

Robert O'Hara is directing the Tony-winning musical alongside guest music director Joseph Joubert.

Aniya Thompson and Daniel DiPinto Join Heathers the Musical Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron, Logan Culwell-Block

The cult-favorite musical revival continues its run at New World Stages.

Norbert Leo Butz, Molly Ringwald, Harry Lennix, More Will Be Guest Stars in Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

Anna D. Shapiro is directing the new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 play.

Louis C.K., Stephen A. Smith to Honor Bill Maher at Kennedy Center Event by Caitlin Huston

The Mark Twain prize ceremony is set to air on Netflix July 21.

Jesus Christ Superstar Will Tour U.K. Following West End by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Sam Ryder will star in the title role of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice rock musical.

Videos: Corbin Bleu Performs 'Magic to Do,' Debbie Allen Accepts Legacy Award, More at Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth Concert by Meg Masseron

The free outdoor Times Square concert honoring Black artistry occurred Friday.

Mary Foster Conklin by Alix Cohen

By Alix Cohen Mary Foster Conklin is a veteran jazz/cabaret vocalist. That she’s also a radio DJ (“A Broad Spectrum – The Ladies of Jazz” WFDU 89.1 FM, streaming live on their HD2 Ch…

James Phelan: Showman review – an amazing pick’n’mix of telepathy and magic by Brian Logan

Underbelly Boulevard, LondonAudience members become unsuspecting mind-readers, and numbers disappear from their memory, in this hugely entertaining showAn audience member is on stage, their …

Video: Get a Sneak Peek at Nik Walker Singing 'Who I'd Be' in Muny Shrek by Andrew Gans

John Tartaglia, who played Pinocchio in the original Broadway cast, is directing the summer production.

First look images released for Sting at the Young Vic by Staff Writer

Production images have been released for the world premiere of Sting at the Young Vic, written by Sophie Swithinbank and directed by Nancy Medina The post First look images released for Stin…

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre partners with Bristol Old Vic for 2027 Bill Cashmore Award by Staff Writer

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced a new partnership with Bristol Old Vic to present the winners of the 2027 Bill Cashmore Award: One Act Play Prize The post Lyric Hammersmith Theatre p…

Wildworks reveals full cast for The Kneebone Cadillac ahead of Cornwall run by Staff Writer

Wildworks has announced the full cast and creative team for its upcoming production of The Kneebone Cadillac, a new comedy-drama set against the backdrop of Cornwall’s last working stock c…

Birmingham Royal Ballet announces promotions for 2025/26 season by Staff Writer

Birmingham Royal Ballet has announced a series of promotions within the company for the 2025/26 season, as director Carlos Acosta reflects on a landmark year The post Birmingham Royal Ballet…

Tara Theatre announces new Chair and Trustees ahead of 50th anniversary by Staff Writer

Tara Theatre has announced a new Chair and five new Trustees as it approaches its 50th anniversary, marking what it describes as its most ambitious chapter yet The post Tara Theatre announce…

Dates Set For Bob Odenkirk, Molly Ringwald, and More in ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN

Dates have been set for the third cycle of guest stars joining the cast of Eric Bentley’s 1972 docudrama, ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN this summer at New York City Center Stage (i), …

The Kennedy Center Will Stay Open Beyond Planned Closure Date

The Kennedy Center is set to stay open for the time being, amidst the ongoing legal battles faced regarding its renaming and renovation project. According to the Washington Post, Kennedy Cen…

Broadway Crossword Puzzle: Tony Awards 2026 by Dgordon

David Gordon| See how well you remember this year’s nominees and winners. ||Broadway|crossword,Tony Awards 2026 [...] Read More... from Broadway Crossword Puzzle: Tony Awards 2026 The post…

GRACE NOTES: Monday, June 22, 2026 by Susan Grace

  Today’s Highlights:     Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts, a 12 hour reading festival of 5 of Letts’ works, from 11 AM – 11 PM at NYC’s Circle in the Square Theatre School. Click th…

Robe Helps Shows Go On at Lviv National Opera by Griffin Rodgers

One of Ukraine’s famous opera houses – Lviv National Opera – has been investing in Robe moving lights over the last five years and now has Robe Tarrantula large LED wash beams and T1 P…

Broadway's July 4th Week 2026 Performance Schedule Changes by James Miller

Several shows have canceled or added performances during the holiday week.

Obamas’ Higher Ground Adds ‘Expense Account’ Podcast to Slate (Exclusive) by Caitlin Huston

The show from Emily Sundberg's Feed Me is hosted by food critic Jason Lee.

Tennessee Williams, John Williams, and More: What's Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Find out what’s happening in the opera, concert, and dance scene in NYC.

The Invisible Costumes of “Catch as Catch Can” by Mary Wisniewski

In this production at Steppenwolf Theatre, three gifted ensemble members transition between genders and ages to tell a family story in a new way.

GoFundMe Launched to Support Broadway’s Aaron Lazar Amid ALS Battle by Dgordon

David Gordon| Lazar was diagnosed with the disease in 2022. ||Los Angeles|Aaron Lazar,ALS [...] Read More... from GoFundMe Launched to Support Broadway’s Aaron Lazar Amid ALS Battle The po…

Last Week on Broadway: Monday, June 22, 2026 by Matt Tamanini

‘Paddington’ officially coming to Broadway, CJack to return to ‘Hamilton,’ Sherie Rene Scott to join ‘Rocky Horror’ Every week, Matt Tamanini will bring you the biggest news from…

Photos: PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Perform at WEST END LIVE 2026

More than 70,000 people gathered around Trafalgar Square for the West End LIVE weekend as the UK's free musical festival entered its 21st year. Check out photos from the event below! The…

Paula Vogel and Michael Maso Launch New Playwrights Retreat in Wellfleet by Dgordon

David Gordon| Bards on the Bay will launch in 2028 on Cape Cod. ||Cape Cod|Bards on the Bay,Grace Nordhoff,Michael Maso,Paula Vogel,Rosey Strub [...] Read More... from Paula Vogel and Michae…

Video: CHESS Cast Takes Final Bows on Broadway

The revival of the musical Chess played its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre after over 250 performances starring Aaron Tveit, Lea Mich…

John Tartaglia Named Vice President of Development and Production at The Jim Henson Company

The Jim Henson Company has promoted John Tartaglia to Vice President of Development and Production. In this role, Tartaglia, the Tony-nominated and Emmy-winning creator, producer, writer, di…

West End LIVE celebrates 21st anniversary with record crowds in Trafalgar Square by Staff Writer

West End LIVE marked its 21st anniversary with huge crowds gathering in Trafalgar Square for a weekend of performances from some of the biggest shows in theatre The post West End LIVE celebr…

Café del Mar Classical to perform at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre as part of Live Music Week by Staff Writer

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has announced that Café del Mar Classical will perform as part of its Live Music Week The post Café del Mar Classical to perform at Regent’s Park Open Ai…

New cast announced for MAMMA MIA! UK tour as hit musical continues through 2027 by Staff Writer

The worldwide smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! has announced a new cast for its major UK tour The post New cast announced for MAMMA MIA! UK tour as hit musical continues through 2027 appeared fi…

Still Life to arrive in immersive West End production at Theatre Royal Drury Lane by Staff Writer

Noël Coward’s Still Life, the play that inspired the iconic film Brief Encounter, is set to come to life in a new immersive West End production at Theatre Royal Drury Lane’s Grand Saloo…

Sam Ryder to star in Jesus Christ Superstar UK tour launching in Manchester by Staff Writer

A major UK tour of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar has been announced, with Sam Ryder The post Sam Ryder to star in Jesus Christ Superstar UK tour launching in Ma…

How Reddit’s Full-Funnel Power Can Fill Broadway Seats by Arlene Espino

I Don’t Know How She Navigates the Long Haul of Freelancing, Caregiving, and Disability by Artist Caregiver

By Artist Caregiver. This diarist freelances out of state, but this week she is at home beginning her daughter’s transition from educational services to housing for disabled adults.

Bloomsday and before, Dublin review - first-rate 'Ulysses' adaptations and a new take on 'The Dead' by David Nice

Bloomsday and before, Dublin review - first-rate 'Ulysses' adaptations and a new take on 'The Dead' David Nice Mon, 06/22/2026 - 10:45 Fine theatre events e…

In the Choreographer Pioneer Winter’s World, Every Body Is a Dancing Body by Margaret Fuhrer and Scott McIntyre

Pioneer Winter’s works expand ideas about who gets to be a professional dancer. In “Apollo,” his muses are older dancers, who are like living archives.

Letter: David Burke obituary by Ian Brown

In the late 1960s, the actor David Burke was a member of the company at the Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh, under the formidable creative team of Richard Eyre and Clive Perry.There, he benefited fr…

‘How do I deal with my rage? I put it in everything I do’: Killing Eve’s Sandra Oh on fury, friendship and hitting her prime in midlife by Emma Brockes

It took a long time for the actor to find her groove – then the smash TV spy thriller changed everything. She talks about getting advice from A-listers, speaking her mind, and why she’s …

Late Windrush victim’s compensation to fund prize for British Caribbean playwrights by Aamna Mohdin

The Windrush Prize will award £10,000 to the writer of the winning play, which will receive a run at the Arcola theatre next yearThe first prize dedicated to discovering and developing Brit…

Sunburn: Gerwyn Davies reimagines the glitter and mythology of the Sunrise Strip

The post Sunburn: Gerwyn Davies reimagines the glitter and mythology of the Sunrise Strip appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Matteo Lane Makes His Broadway Debut in Chicago Tonight by Sophia Rubino

Matteo Lane begins performances as Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago on June 22, making his Broadway debut in the long-running musical revival at the Ambassador Theatre. Lane is in the mids…

Fabulous flirty and fun – The Merry Widow makes a spectacular return to Sydney

The post Fabulous flirty and fun – The Merry Widow makes a spectacular return to Sydney appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Matteo Lane Makes Broadway Debut in Chicago Starting June 22 by Andrew Gans

The record-breaking revival continues at the Ambassador Theatre.