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Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6am (Broadway Time)

Broadway 3-peats: The Longacre Theatre by JK

Last year, we started a series of Broadway 3-peats, celebrating artists who we think had three great successes in a row. We will be continuing that series, but today we are starting a simil…

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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 27, 2026- Inside CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Choreo and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 27, 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 …

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5am (Broadway Time)

How to Find Tickets to the 2026 Tony Award-Nominated Plays and Musicals by Laura Collins-hughes

Many of the top contenders are onstage right now. Here’s a guide to help you navigate the field and find tickets.

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Thornton Wilder’s Last Play Vanished Into Thin Air. Or Did It? by Jesse Green

Decades after “The Emporium” failed to open on Broadway in 1954, one man went on a quest to find it.

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The ‘Becky Shaw’ Star Who ‘Does Horrible Things’ Oh So Well by Melena Ryzik

The Tony nominee Alden Ehrenreich has been making audiences cry at this Broadway comedy in which he portrays a cynical money manager.

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Tiler Peck’s New Ballet Expands the Idea of What Female and Male Dancers Can Be by Gia Kourlas

The idea of sisterhood and brotherhood flows through “Symphonie Espagnole,” Peck’s new work for New York City Ballet. We dissect two sections.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4am (Broadway Time)

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience comes to Perth this June

The post Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience comes to Perth this June appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 4:37am☆⚑

Interview: Nia Sioux Is Tossing Out the Pyramid and Partying Like It’s 11 to Midnight by Dgordon

Hayley Levitt| The Dance Moms veteran talks about her teenage off-Broadway debut and joining the TikTok-fueled dance show. ||Off-Broadway|11 to Midnight,Nia Sioux [...] Read More... from Int…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 4:20am☆⚑

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3am (Broadway Time)

The Tempest review – Kenneth Branagh returns to the RSC in this enchanting production by Arifa Akbar

Royal Shakespeare theatre, Stratford-upon-AvonProspero is reimagined as a conductor in this superbly orchestrated version of Shakespeare’s tragicomedyKenneth Branagh is said to have played…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 3:05am☆⚑

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2am (Broadway Time)

Bess Wohl’s CONTINUITY comes to New Theatre

The post Bess Wohl’s CONTINUITY comes to New Theatre appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 2:50am☆⚑

Put Down The Phone, Pick Up Jenga by Joe Patti

Last week a colleague had posted on LinkedIn about a secret pop-up concert Phoebe Bridgers had conducted in one of her venues. She had mentioned that people’s phones were stored away in ma…

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at midnight (Broadway Time)

Albert Wolsky, Oscar-Winning Costume Designer for All That Jazz and Bugsy, Dies at 95 by Jonah De Forest

Costume designer Albert Wolsky died on May 23 at age 95. Known for his extensive research and attention to detail, Wolsky received seven Oscar nominations during the course of his decades-sp…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:50am☆⚑

The Book of Mormon Resumes Broadway Performances May 27 Following Eugene O’Neill Theatre Fire by Sophia Rubino

Following a fire at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre on May 4, The Book of Mormon resumes performances on May 27. Performances were halted for three weeks after the fire, which was isolated to …

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The Book of Mormon Reopens on Broadway May 27 by Andrew Gans

A recent fire canceled performances of the Tony-winning musical, the long-time tenant of the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00am☆⚑

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11pm (Broadway Time)

Review Roundup: HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Opens Off-Broadway

See what the critics are saying about Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody, written by Dylan MarcAurele and directed by Alan Kliffer. Inspired by the hit drama series about a lo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:59pm☆⚑

New show-stopping exhibition ENCORE! to shine a spotlight on Australia’s dazzling stage history

The post New show-stopping exhibition ENCORE! to shine a spotlight on Australia’s dazzling stage history appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 11:30pm☆⚑

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10pm (Broadway Time)

The Lion in Winter by Steven Morris

The post The Lion in Winter appeared first on Stage Raw - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

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Ain’t Misbehavin’ by Steven Morris

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Reviews: What Do the Critics Think of Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody? by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

Jay Armstrong Johnson and Jimin Moon star in Dylan MarcAurele's parody of the streaming series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:08pm☆⚑

Review: A Heated Rivalry Musical Parody Comes Hard for the World’s Wine Moms by Phempstead

Pete Hempstead| The hit streamer gets an unauthorized treatment to edge us until season 2. ||Off-Broadway| [...] Read More... from Review: A Heated Rivalry Musical Parody Comes Hard for the …

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 9pm (Broadway Time)

Heated Rivalry The Unauthorized Musical Parody Review by Jonathan Mandell

“Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody” is of course exploiting the popularity of the TV series about two rival hockey players who over six episodes late last year had hot, s…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 9:51pm☆⚑

“A Time to Kill” at The Group Rep: The Hornet’s Nest of Bigotry by Steven Morris

The post “A Time to Kill” at The Group Rep: The Hornet’s Nest of Bigotry appeared first on Stage Raw - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

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RISING 2026: Transforming Melbourne into a City of Music, Movement and After-Dark Culture

The post RISING 2026: Transforming Melbourne into a City of Music, Movement and After-Dark Culture appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 9:23pm☆⚑

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS to Cancel Performances at Westside Theatre Due to HVAC Repairs

It has been announced that LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS has canceled performances scheduled for June 9 through June 12, 2026 have been canceled due to repairs needed for the HVAC system at The Wes…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 9:10pm☆⚑

Review: The Maids, Class War in the Age of Social Media by Zach

Zachary Stewart| St. Ann’s Warehouse hosts a revival of Jean Genet’s play about domestics plotting to murder their boss. ||Off-Broadway|Dan Balfour,Donmar Warehouse,Jean Genet,Jon Clark,…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 9:00pm☆⚑

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 8pm (Broadway Time)

Chess, Starring Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher, Will Close Early on Broadway by Sophia Rubino

The Broadway revival of Chess will play its final performance at the Imperial Theatre on June 21. At the time of its closing, it will have played over 250 regular performances and 34 previe…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 8:25pm☆⚑

CHESS Will Close Early on Broadway

It's game over. BroadwayWorld has just learned that Chess will play its final performance on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre after over 250 performances starring Aaron…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 8:00pm☆⚑

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7pm (Broadway Time)

5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘The Rocky Horror Show’’s Rachel Dratch by Ruthie Fierberg

The “Saturday Night Live” alumn has earned her second Tony Award nomination.

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5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘Two Strangers’’ Jim Barne and Kit Buchan by Ruthie Fierberg

The pair have made their Broadway debuts with the musical and are nominated in two categories.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 7:19pm☆⚑

‘Chess’ Will Close With Lea Michele’s Departure, in a Change of Plans by Michael Paulson

The Broadway musical had planned to keep going, but box-office sales made clear Michele’s appeal was essential. It will now close June 21.

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Little Shop of Horrors Will Pause Week of Performances For Theatre Repairs by Meg Masseron

Off-Broadway's Westside Theatre will be closed to repair the building's HVAC system.

SOURCE: Playbill at 7:13pm☆⚑

‘Chess’ Sets Broadway Closing Date in June by Caitlin Huston

The musical revival will close earlier than expected amid declining ticket sales and Lea Michele's departure.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 7:00pm☆⚑

‘Chess’ to Close Early on Broadway, Timed to Lea Michele’s Exit in June by Rebecca Rubin

“Chess” will close early on Broadway, with the buzzy revival ending its run on June 21. Although Lea Michele was scheduled to depart the production in late June, the musical had intended…

SOURCE: Variety at 7:00pm☆⚑

‘Chess’ To Close Early On Broadway Next Month With Departure Of Lea Michele by Greg Evans

Chess, the Broadway musical revival, will close June 21, three months earlier than expected and the final performance of star Lea Michele. The show, which also stars Aaron Tveit and Nicholas…

SOURCE: Deadline at 7:00pm☆⚑

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6pm (Broadway Time)

Chess Sets Unexpected Broadway Closing for Next Month by Dgordon

David Gordon| The revival will play its final performance in June. ||Broadway|Chess [...] Read More... from Chess Sets Unexpected Broadway Closing for Next Month The post Chess Sets Unexpect…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 6:59pm☆⚑

Chess Will Close on Broadway in June by Logan Culwell-block

Nicholas Christopher, Aaron Tveit, and Lea Michele lead the cult-favorite musical at the Imperial.

SOURCE: Playbill at 6:59pm☆⚑

“The House of Bernarda Alba” Exposes the Tragedy of Absolute Power—at OTP by Jenyth Jo

Federico García Lorca’s Spanish Women Link 30s Fascism to US by Jenyth Jo After watching Stephen Colbert’s last show, I needed a good, old-fashioned Greek catharsis. CBS’s cancelled C…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 6:46pm☆⚑

First-Time Tony Nominee Stephanie Hsu Is Giving Janet Weiss a Queer Little Glow-Up in The Rocky Horror Show by Sophia Rubino

She might have an Academy Award nomination, but 2026 Tony nominee Stephanie Hsu has always been a thespian at heart. For her performance as Janet Weiss in Sam Pinkleton’s revival of The Ro…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 6:45pm☆⚑

The BSR Podcast: Talking with Philly playwright Chaz T. Martin by Darnelle Radford

Philly playwright Chaz T. Martin sits down with Darnelle Radford to talk about their writing process, finally being the "bride" at the table, and what's next after the closing of Class C fro…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 6:34pm☆⚑

Buntport’s ‘This Is The Day ’91’ can’t catch its premise by Toni Tresca

Despite a fantastic setup, this comedy's best ideas arrive too late to fully land.

SOURCE: OnStage Colorado at 6:33pm☆⚑

5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘Schmigadoon’’s Sara Chase by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor has earned her first Tony Award nomination for her leading role in the musical comedy.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5pm (Broadway Time)

PHILADANCO! and Martha Graham Dance Company present in case of fire, speak by Tommie-Waheed Evans by Melissa Strong

Martha Graham Dance Company and PHILADANCO! put Graham’s work in conversation with Philadelphia choreographer Tommie-Waheed Evans. Melissa Strong previews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 5:46pm☆⚑

Tom Francis Joins Cast of Apple Series THE OFF WEEKS

Tom Francis, who received a Tony nomination for his performance as Joe Gillis in the acclaimed Broadway revival of Sunset Boulevard, will appear in a recurring role in Apple T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 5:44pm☆⚑

Video: 'Dance at the Gym' in Rehearsals for WEST SIDE STORY at Paper Mill Playhouse

Watch the cast of Paper Mill Playhouse's West Side Story in rehearsals, performing the famous 'Dance at the Gym' here! With music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 5:40pm☆⚑

Theatre Review: ’44 The Musical’ by Eli Bauman at The Shakespeare Theatre Company by Teniola Ayoola

In 2019, former Washington Post chief theater critic Peter Marks wrote about the theater of politics while following the presidential campaign trail. “44 The Musical,” written, compo…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 5:24pm☆⚑

The League of Resident Theatres president reflects on the organization’s 2026 Special Tony Award by Lee D'amato

LORT is the recipient of a noncompetitive honor that recognizes contribution to the theater outside the awards’ regular categories.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 5:02pm☆⚑

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4pm (Broadway Time)

ROCKY HORROR Doc STRANGE JOURNEY Sets Digital Release Date

Linus O'Brien's documentary Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror will be making its way to digital platforms next month. Following festival and theatrical runs, Strange Journey debuts …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 4:55pm☆⚑

Photos: HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY First Look

You can now get a first look at production photos of Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody. Written by Dylan MarcAurele and directed by Alan Kliffer, the musical officially opens O…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 4:46pm☆⚑

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ed Harris and Allison Janney to star in Broadway’s ‘Other Desert Cities’ by Sophia Rubino For Broadway.com

The play will begin previews on September 29 at the Hudson Theatre and will officially open on October 18, directed by Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 4:44pm☆⚑

Video: Rising star Josué Martinez brings ASL to ‘Hadestown’ by Britt Stigler

The post Video: Rising star Josué Martinez brings ASL to ‘Hadestown’ appeared first on ALL ARTS.

SOURCE: www.allarts.org at 4:43pm☆⚑