A Reminder About The Necessity For Patience and Effort Sustained Long Term by Joe Patti

I wanted to call attention to the recent return of the Hokule‘a, a double hulled voyaging canoe, to Hawaii after a three year voyage around the world that saw the canoe travel 42,000 miles…

St. Louis PrideFest parade brings color, music, fun to downtown by Ashley Jost St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Some wore flags or held signs, but the shirt was Lacy Hudson's way to show she's an ally at the 38th annual PrideFest Parade, supporting and celebrating St. Louis' LGBT community.

Review: The Crusade of Connor Stephens

Guns, gays, and God collide in Dewey Moss's secular morality play.

COME FROM AWAY Names Outstanding New Musical at Toronto's Dora Awards by BroadwayWorld

Broadway's heartwarming new hit Come From Away received the Dora Award this evening forOutstanding New Musical. TheDoraMavor MooreAwards, recognize excellence in the performing arts in Toron…

Sofia Coppola, John Waters on 'Handsome Men & Repressed Sex' by Justin Moran

Michael MustoMichael MustoProvincetown, Massachusetts is an enchanting haven for drag shows, seafood, cruising and people watching, all conducted in an extremely LGBTQ friendly setting that …

Youssou N’dour performs at the Ford by Pauline Adamek

Senegalese singer, songwriter, composer, occasional actor, businessman, and politician, Youssou N’dour has been described as, “perhaps the most famous singer alive” in Sene…

REVIEW: The Quentin Dentin Show, Tristan Bates Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves The songs in The Quentin Dentin Show make up the best, and I mean the best new score that British musical theatre has produced in certainly the past few years. Yes, you heard…

Review: ‘The Crusade of Connor Stephens’ at the Jerry Orbach Theater by Deb Miller

Gun violence, socio-religious intolerance, same-sex marriage, and gay adoption are some of the current hot-button issues that tear apart a family, polarize a community, and create a media fr…

Watch LIVE: The 2017 Jimmy Awards Pre-Show Update at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre by BroadwayWorld

The ninth annual JIMMY AWARDS will be held on Monday, June 26th at 730PM at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway. 74 high school students from across America will compete for the Jimmy Award for…

Alan Cumming, Darren Criss and Rachel Bloom Share Their Favorite Tunes on NAKED AMERICAN SONGBOOK by BroadwayWorld

Julian Fleisher and The Naked American Songbook explore our love for the music of Disney with some of Julian's most colorful friends. Doesn't everyone have a favorite Disney song This half-h…

Tony award boosted Oslo ticket sales by more than usual

Best Play winner enjoyed a 40% uplift in Broadway takings after the ceremony

REVIEW: Blondel, Union Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves A thoroughly charming, and fun, experience in musical comedy lies in store for all those who tread the path of the wand’ring minstrel Blondel. This post REVIEW: Blondel, Un…

Review: A Father Consumed by Grief in ‘My Eyes Went Dark’ by Maya Phillips

A man who lost his family in a plane crash funnels his grief and despair into a quest for revenge.

Naughty Bits: ‘Bastard Jones’ at The Cell by Matthew Wexler

Based on Henry Fielding's bawdy 18th-century novel, Bastard Jones is a rollicking adventure of deception, misunderstanding and bed-hopping.

Photo Flash: Alan Cumming, Jane Lynch, Faith Prince and More Onstage in CONCERT FOR AMERICA at the Curran by BroadwayWorld

The sixth edition of Concert For America was held at The Curran in San Francisco on Saturday, June 24.The concert was 'an evening of entertainment with stars of film, television, music, come…

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Q. Smith of Come From Away by Broadway.com

Q. Smith stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Come From Away and more with Ryan Lee Gilbert.

Theater Jobs Skew White and Male, Study Finds by Michael Paulson

Women and minority actors and stage managers are getting fewer jobs and often wind up in lower-paying shows, according to a new study by Actors’ Equity.

Review: A Bawdy ‘Bastard Jones,’ Dancing With a Peg Leg by Elisabeth Vincentelli

This ragged but high-spirited musical adaptation of Henry Fielding’s “Tom Jones” stars Evan Ruggiero, who lost most of his right leg to cancer.

Review: Chasing ‘The Rivals’ on a Summer Evening by Laura Collins-Hughes

Mrs. Malaprop misspeaks outdoors when New York Classical Theater brings a lighthearted comedy of manners to Central Park.

Photo Flash: Alan Cumming, Jane Lynch, and More Perform at Concert for America

The traveling production stopped at San Francisco's Curran Theatre on June 24.

Crossing the Line Festival Includes a Dancer’s Mini-Residency by Joshua Barone

The French Institute Alliance Française has unveiled its lineup for the 11th edition of the festival, which returns Sept. 6 through Oct. 15.

Grosses Analysis: Indecent Sees a Bump; Great Comet and Hello, Dolly! Continue to Ride High by Olivia Clement

Take an in-depth look at how Broadway shows did in the week ending June 25.

Ingrid Michaelson Shares Video of First Lead Role Ahead of Her Broadway Debut by Ryan McPhee

The singer-songwriter steps into The Great Comet beginning July 3.

Watch Josh Groban, Ramin Karimloo, and Eva Noblezada Answer Questions from 2017 Jimmy Award Nominees by Adam Hetrick

Three Tony nominees personally respond to questions about their favorite roles, how they made characters their own, and what it takes to be a well-rounded artist on Broadway today.

The New Great Comet Is Lulu Fall’s “Pretty For A Dark Girl” by Andrew Shade

We often hear a great deal about the humanitarian efforts, music projects, and performances of the supposed “top tier” leading actors & actresses of Broadway, but the true wa…

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Photo Flash: DREAMGIRLS Brings Passion and Flair to WEST END LIVE 2017 by BroadwayWorld

The West End's free outdoor extravaganza West End Live 2017 took place over the weekend, and BroadwayWorld has more photos featuring the cast of DREAMGIRLSperforming as part of the thrilling…

Photo Flash: Flash Bang Wallop! HALF A SIXPENCE Plays WEST END LIVE 2017 by BroadwayWorld

The West End's free outdoor extravaganza West End Live 2017 took place over the weekend, and BroadwayWorld has more photos featuring the cast of HALF A SIXPENCE performing as part of the thr…

‘INDECENT’ & ‘SWEAT’ SURGE ON CLOSING NOTICES by Philip Boroff

There’s nothing like a closing notice to get playgoers’ attention. Sustaining that isn’t easy. Indecent grosses soared 60 percent to $606,000 last week, according to data f…

The Detective Was a Performance Artist. The Evidence Is Now a Show. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

A strangely entrancing new work explores a mysterious audio recording, and recreates a moment in the life of a 1950s Long Island family.

Film Review: ‘Abacus: Small Enough to Jail’ by Erin Teachman

The fallout of the financial crisis is still being thrashed out in full public view, which makes for a terribly difficult documentary subject; we are a long way from knowing where most of it…

Actors' Equity Ratifies LORT Agreement with Focus on Salary, Health by BroadwayWorld

Actors' Equity Association announced today that members have voted to ratify a new, historic five-year contract with the League of Resident Theaters LORT for actors and stage managers.

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Odds & Ends: Mandy Gonzalez to Bring Her Fierce Vocals to Cafe Carlyle, M. Butterfly Revival Releases Teaser Trailer & More by Broadway.com

Mandy Gonzalez & Duncan Sheik to Make Café Carlyle Debuts Hamilton star Mandy Gonzalez and Tony-winning composer Duncan Sheik will debut shows at Café Carlyle this fall. Sh…

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Dear Evan Hansen Filmed for Theatre on Film and Tape Archive by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical has been preserved with its original cast, including Tony winners Ben Platt and Rachel Bay Jones.

Look Inside the Dear Evan Hansen Special Actors Fund Performance by Hannah Vine

The critically acclaimed new musical plays the Music Box Theatre.

People You Should Know . . . Patrick Vermillion by Zack Calhoon

Patrick Vermillion is an NYC playwright and comedian. His plays have been seen at Ensemble Studio Theater, the Soho Playhouse, The Secret Theater, and the LSU New Works Reading Series. He is…

Take a Look at Kathleen Turner and Rosie O‘Donnell at the Hollywood Nurses Reading by Hannah Vine

The sold-out reading of the new pulp comedy benefited the Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative.

Reprieved ‘Indecent’ Jumps $228K; Setting ‘Sunset’ Also Rises At Broadway Box Office by Jeremy Gerard

Glenn Close finally did say goodbye as her Sunset Boulevard revival ended on a high note, while the formerly struggling Indecent jumped over a quarter-million dollars in the wake of a last-m…

'Lonesome Losers': From Jacques Brel, powerful songs that prefigure the likes of Bowie by Chris Jones

The Belgian singer-songwriter known as Jacques Brel does not get nearly enough credit for his influence on the popular music of the latter half of the 20th century and beyond. I'd argue that…

’round the bend: Amy Surratt’s FIRST AND LAST (show) by Maura Donohue

An effective seduction, there is enough truth in the tall tales to keep us believing and bound to the ride.

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 6/26

Welcome to this week's edition of BroadwayWorld's exclusive WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS - read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for th…

Love Over Reason: A Review of Emilie: La Marquise du Châtelet Defends her Life Tonight at Organic Theater Company by Irene Hsiao

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 6/26 by BroadwayWorld

Welcome to this week's edition of BroadwayWorld's exclusive WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the …

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 6/25/17 by BroadwayWorld

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 6252017.

BWW TV Exclusive: Broadway Sessions Gets Inappropriate for Ninth Anniversary! by Ben Cameron

Time really does fly, especially when you're having fun. And, let's be honest, we have a lot of fun at Broadway Sessions. So much so that nine years has flown by ever so quickly. And what be…

Should Netflix consider heading to Broadway for its next genre to tackle? - MarketWatch by Trey Williams

The streaming giant recently debuted a taped live version of popular Broadway show ‘Oh, Hello!’

August: Osage County Tony Winner Joins New Political Thriller by Olivia Clement

Deanna Dunagan will star alongside Jamie Lee Curtis and more in the Joe Chappelle-directed The Pages.

Playwrights Tony Kushner, Paula Vogel, Ayad Akhtar and More Featured in New Documentary PULITZER AT 100 by Movies News Desk

First Run Features hasannounced the theatrical premiere of The Pulitzer at 100, the latest documentary by Oscar and Emmy-winning director Kirk Simon. The film opens at the prestigious Lincol…

The Fans Have Spoken! Your Top 10 Broadway Pride Anthems by Lindsey Sullivan

Yasssss! We're still shaking the glitter out of our hair after Pride weekend, dreamcasting our fave LGBTQ-centric films as musicals and saaanging through our favorite Broadway pride anth…

Broadway Grosses: Audiences Pack the Cort Theatre as Indecent Sees Box Office Surge by Broadway.com

Not long after winning a pair of 2017 Tony Awards, audiences were disappointed to hear that Paula Vogel and Rebecca Taichman's beautiful collaboration Indecent would close on June 2…

Exclusive: Lesli Margherita, Elena Shaddow, Ruth Gottschall and More Set For Bucks County Playhouse GUYS AND DOLLS by Alan Henry

BroadwayWorld has exclusively learned thatElena Shaddow The Bridges of Madison County, Lesli Margherita Olivier Award Winner for Matilda, Lenny Wolpe The Drowsy Chaperone, Darius de Haas Shu…

VIDEO: Watch Rory O'Malley, Alan Cumming, Jane Lynch and More Celebrate Pride at Concert For America by Stage Tube

The sixth edition of Concert For America was heldat The Curran in San Francisco on Saturday, June 24 at 7pm. The concert was 'an evening of entertainment with stars of film, television, musi…

Did the Code Hurt the Marx Brothers? by Trav S.D.

The origin of this post: A few days ago someone on social media asserted with enormous confidence, that “the Code hurt the Marx Brothers” (meaning, if you’re new to such th…

Take a Look at Katrina Lenk and Adina Verson in Broadway’s Indecent by Olivia Clement

In celebration of the show’s extension on Broadway, we’re sharing another scene from the play.

Laura Michelle Kelly sings from 'The King and I' by Morgan Greene

This week's Showcase features a song from the touring production of Bartlett Sher's 2015 Lincoln Center revival of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II's "The King and I," now playing in…

WATCH: Why Miss Saigon’s Eva Noblezada Won’t Compare Herself to Any Other Kim

Some of Broadway's biggest stars answer questions from the 2017 Jimmy Award nominees.

People You Should Know . . . Elyzabeth Wilder by Zack Calhoon

Elyzabeth Wilder’s plays include Gee's Bend, Fresh Kills, The Flagmaker of Market Street, The Furniture of Home, White Lightning, and Provenance. Her plays have been produced at the Royal …

A “Spongebob SquarePants” Musical Is in Development by Rino16

Making Broadway musicals based around properties that are already very popular is nothing new. “Wicked” and “The Lion King” have become two of the highest grossing mu…

Photo Flash: LES MISERABLES Dreams a Dream at WEST END LIVE 2017 by BroadwayWorld

The West End's free outdoor extravaganza West End Live 2017 took place over the weekend, and BroadwayWorld has more photos featuring the cast of LES MISERABLESperforming as part of the thril…

Photo Flash: KINKY BOOTS Brings Red Hot Heels to WEST END LIVE 2017 by BroadwayWorld

The West End's free outdoor extravaganza West End Live 2017 took place over the weekend, and BroadwayWorld has more photos featuring the cast of KINKY BOOTS performing as part of thethrillin…

Mimi O’Donnell to Depart Labyrinth Theater Company by American Theatre Editors

The artistic director will leave her post in July.

Theater News: Chris Jackson, Gavin Creel, and More Join Broadway Stands Up for Freedom

Lindsay Mendez, Celia Keenan-Bolger, and Adrienne Warren have also been added to the lineup.

The Films of Dreamworks: “Antz” (1998) by Mo Reida

In which Jeffrey Katzenberg begins his feud with his former bosses by releasing a movie that's not as good as the one his former bosses distribute later that year.

Summer Essentials for Stage Actors by Jose Solis

Summer is here and as many people head to the beach or take a break from the city, stage actors are making sure those who remain, or those who come for a visit, have varied entertainment opt…

Chris Jackson, Gavin Creel, and More Announced for Broadway Stands Up for Freedom Concert by Robert Viagas

Broadway songwriting teams will debut original songs at the 15th annual ACLU fundraiser in New York.

Jimmy Awards Jump-Start Broadway Careers by Marc Hershberg

VIDEO: First Look - Megan Hilty Performs on Next Episode of SOFIA THE FIRST by TV News Desk

Broadway's Megan Hilty will perform 'My Power Will Be Crystal Clear' on the next episode of Disney Junior's SOFIA THE FIRST.

Social: Broadway Comes Out In Support for Lin-Manuel's #Ham4All Fundraising Contest by BroadwayWorld

Lin-Manuel Miranda is raising money for the Immigrants We Get The Job Done Coalition via Prizeo with this Ham4All social challenge. You can be entered to win two VIP tickets to the opening n…

Glenn Close Takes Final Bow on Sunset Boulevard by Jk Clarke

        Three-time Tony Award-winner Glenn Close takes her final bow as “Norma Desmond” in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award-winning masterpiece, Sunset Boulevard.�…

Exclusive Podcast: Joel B. New Welcomes Nadia Quinn to Chat and Perform 'I Play With Words, Not Guns' by Something New

In Episode 510 of the Something New podcast, award-winning songwriter Joel B. New sat down with Nadia Quinn, a performer, writer, producer, and photographer.Nadia's credits include Alex TImb…

Paula Vogel, Tony Kushner, Ayad Akhtar Featured in New Documentary The Pulitzer at 100 by Andrew Gans

The film will open in New York July 21 at Lincoln Plaza Cinema.

Matt Doyle and Beth Behrs Debut Season 2 of Digital Comic Series DENTS by BroadwayWorld

LINE Webtoon, the popular digital comics publisher pioneering the development and distribution of comics worldwide, today launched season 2 of the hit dystopian YA comic Dents, co-created an…

The Theater People Podcast Chats with ANASTASIA's Derek Klena by Theater People Podcast

On Monday, June 26th, the Theater People podcast welcome's ANASTASIA star Derek Klena. For the podcast, Klena tells all about creating the role of Dmitri in the new Broadway production along…

Get a First Look at Donmar Warehouse's Musical Account of the Kids Company Scandal by Ryan McPhee

Th musical with a lengthy title opens at the London venue June 24.

Review: Hedy! The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr by Mark Dundas Wood

Austrian-born screen star Hedy Lamarr (originally Hedwig Eva Maria Kiesler) was often touted as the world’s most beautiful woman. In the monodrama Hedy! The Life & Inventions of Hedy L…

Festival Theatre delivers a 'Macbeth' to the fates and the night sky by Kerry Reid

"If chance will have me king, why, chance may crown me, Without my stir." In that one line, William Shakespeare lays bare the central paradox of "Macbeth" — the play and the man. Arguably …

As Harry Potter Turns 20, The Franchise Still Has The Magic Touch by Lee Seymour

The boy who lived continues to thrive, two decades after he changed the entertainment world forever.

Mein Camp: A Review of Hitler on the Roof at Akvavit Theatre by Danielle Levsky

Hamilton Star and Spring Awakening Composer Announce Fall Gigs at Café Carlyle by Robert Viagas

Mandy Gonzalez, Duncan Sheik, Rita Wilson, and Jessica Molaskey among those announced for the nightclub.

Apply to Be BroadwayWorld's Junior Editor Intern This Summer by BroadwayWorld

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Should Sacramento have its own version of the St. Louis arch? City eyes grand monument

Is Sacramento’s version of the famed Gateway Arch coming to the riverfront? As the city embarks on a reinvention of Old Sacramento and the waterfront, the man leading the effort … Cl…

See What Julius Caesar Looks Like Set in an All-Girls High School by Hannah Vine

The all-female production from Pocket Universe debuted Off-Broadway June 23.

Look Back at Sean Hayes Starring Alongside Kristin Chenoweth in Promises, Promises on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The Emmy winner and Tony nominee celebrates his birthday June 26.

Gavin Creel, Lindsay Mendez & More Set for Broadway Stands Up for Freedom Concert by Broadway.com

Hello, Dolly! Tony winner Gavin Creel, Significant Other Broadway.com Audience Choice Award winner Lindsay Mendez and more stars will take part in the American Civil Liberties Union's an…

BWW Interview: Laura Osnes Joins A CAPITOL FOURTH Line-Up, Talks Why She's Proud to Be An American by Steve Schonberg

BroadwayWorld had a chance to catch up with Laura Osnes this past weekend to hear about heading to Washington, D.C. and other exciting news, including the recent release of the Bandstand ori…

BWW TV: It's a 'World of Pure Imagination' Inside Rehearsals for the 2017 Jimmy Awards! by BroadwayWorld TV

The ninth annual JIMMY AWARDS will be held tonight, June 26th at 730PM at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway. 74 high school students from across America will compete for the Jimmy Award for B…

TCG Publishes THE KILROYS LIST, Featuring 97 Monologues & Scenes by Female and Trans Playwrights by BroadwayWorld

Theatre Communications Group TCG has announced the publication of The Kilroys List 97 Monologues and Scenes by Female and Trans Playwrights, Volume One.

VIDEO: Corney Wolfson & Stephanie Wall Order Up the 'Business Woman Special' in 'ROMY AND MICHELE' at 5th Avenue Theatre by BroadwayWorld

ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION, starring Cortney Wolfson Romy and Stephanie Renee Wall Michele, is making its world premiere at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre. Watch Wolfson, Wall and …

Chris Jackson, Gavin Creel, Lindsay Mendez, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Andrea Burns and More to 'STAND UP FOR FREEDOM' This Year by BroadwayWorld

The New York Civil Liberties Union NYCLU and the American Civil Liberties Union ACLU announced today a star-studded lineup of performers for the annual benefit concert, Broadway Stands Up fo…

Lesli Margherita Signs on for 54 SINGS MAN OF LA MANCHA This Summer by BroadwayWorld

Lesli Margherita Matilda, Dames at Sea has joined the cast for 54 SINGS MAN OF LA MANCHA this July at Feinstein's54 Below. She will reprise her role as 'AldonzaDulcinea' after appearing in a…

Theater News: Irish Repertory Theatre Announces Extension of Woody Sez

Nick Corley directs the new musical based on the life of Woody Guthrie.

Cabaret News: Rita Wilson, Mandy Gonzalez, and More Set for Café Carlyle's Fall Season

The fall lineup for the venue has been announced.

For He Who Does Not Rock, We Salute You! by Mark Weston

Me The People: The Trump America Musical Triad Theater, NYC June 24th through.... If you hate Trump like I hate Trump and you have the urge to smash your TV to smithereens every time y…

'La Havana Madrid' will spend summer at Goodman by Morgan Greene

Teatro Vista's "La Havana Madrid" will come to life again this summer at the Goodman Theatre, the company announced Monday.  Following runs at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's 1700 Theatre an…

‘La Havana Madrid’ will enjoy a summer run at Goodman Theatre by Miriam Di Nunzio

The play arrives on the heels of sold-out runs at Steppenwolf and Logan Square's The Miracle Center.

WATCH: First Look at The Public Administration and Constitution Affairs Committee Take Oral Evidence on Whitehall’s Relationship with Kids Company

Who holds us accountable? On 15 October 2015, as part of an inquiry into ‘The collapse of Kids Company’, Camila Batmanghelidjh and Alan Yentob gave evidence to The Public Adminis…

Woody Guthrie Musical Extends at Irish Rep by Olivia Clement

Following positive reviews, Woody Sez: The Life & Music of Woody Guthrie will now play an additional four weeks Off-Broadway.

Fifth annual ‘Take a Stand’ Symposium – at the Disney Concert Hall by Pauline Adamek

  The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, in partnership with the Longy School of Music of Bard College and Bard College, announces details for the National

Capital Fringe Preview: ‘Boobs, Balloons, Babies, & Buffoons’: The Origin Story of ‘Tiresias’ Tits’ By Rebecca Rose Vassy, aka Diva Darl by Guest Author

The night I went to see the opera Les Mamelles de Tiresias, I was not expecting to hear a duet about bacon. I’d gone to the dress rehearsal of the Wolf Trap Opera Company’s production kn…

Behind the Scenes With Queer As Folk Stars at the San Francisco Concert for America by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, he and Faith Prince talk about meeting in group therapy, Armistead Maupin getting a standing ovation from the crowd at San Fran's Curran Theatre,…

Gina Gershon Among Readers for June 26 Celebrity Autobiography by Robert Viagas

The stars will read choice passages from books by Oprah Winfrey, Celine Dion, and Barry Manilow, among others.

VIDEO: Watch First Teaser Trailer for Broadway Return of M. BUTTERFLY! by BroadwayWorld

M. Butterfly comes to Broadway Below, check out the first teaser trailer for the revival of the Tony winning political drama M. BUTTERFLY, coming to Broadway on October 7th.

Lilli Cooper, D. C. Anderson Join Bryce Pinkham, Drew Gehling and More for DUST AND SHADOW in Concert by BroadwayWorld

Lilli Cooper Spring Awakening, Wicked, and D. C. Anderson Phantom of the Opera will take on the roles of Mary Ann Monk and George Lusk for the July 17th concert at the Highline Ballroom in N…

Downton Abbey star joins cast of Apologia in West End by Tim Bano

Downton Abbey star Laura Carmichael will join Stockard Channing and Freema Agyeman in Alexi Kaye Campbell’s Apologia at Trafalgar Studios. As previously

Lesli Margherita to Play Aldonza in Man of La Mancha Concert by Robert Viagas

William Michals will play the title role in the concert, directed by Scott Siegel.

Teenagers to shape creative manifesto at London’s Yard Theatre by Giverny Masso

London’s Yard Theatre has launched two new pilot projects to engage young people from its local area. The Hackney-based venue is looking

Controversial Edinburgh Fringe website puts pay-per-review plan on ice by Thom Dibdin

The website which proposed a controversial pay-for-review scheme for productions on the Edinburgh Festival Fringe has postponed its plans. The edfringereviews.com site

See Glenn Close Take Her Final Curtain Call in Sunset Boulevard by Lindsey Sullivan

Glenn Close's reprisal of her Tony-winning performance as Norma Desmond in the most recent revival of Sunset Boulevard gave Broadway lovers new ways to dream. The powerhouse performer to…

Laura Osnes, Corey Cott & the Cast of Bandstand Bring the Swing at Barnes & Noble by Lindsey Sullivan

Barnes & Noble stacks browsers were in for a treat on June 23. Laura Osnes, Corey Cott and the cast of Broadway's Bandstand celebrated the release of their cast recording with a perf…

Sweeps & Swag! Win VIP Tickets to Escape to Margaritaville's Broadway Premiere & More by Broadway.com

Get ready to raise a glass! As previously reported, the Jimmy Buffett musical Escape to Margaritaville is set to play Broadway's Marquis Theatre beginning on February 16, 2018, and we…

Review: "Children of A Lesser God" at Berkshire Theatre Group by Mark G Auerbach

A riveting revival of Children of a Lesser God, directed by Kenny Leon.

Review: "Ragtime" at Barrington Stage by Mark G Auerbach

A stunning revival of Ragtime at Barrington Stage with a powerful performance by Darnell Abraham as Coalhouse Walker.

HIR – Bush Theatre by Laura Kressly

Issac is returning home after a three-year stint as a US marine where his job was to pick up body parts after front line attacks. He longs for the peace and quiet of his nuclear family and t…

Theater News: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Los Angeles Hamilton Team Up for Prizeo Giveaway

Win tickets to the musical's opening night in Hollywood.

Fidelio review at Longborough Festival Opera – ‘imaginative and unsettling’ by Edward Bhesania

Beethoven’s message in his only opera, Fidelio, is that love and courage can counter oppression and leverage freedom. It’s a testament to

Mental Health Fringe Award launches for Edinburgh 2017 by Thom Dibdin

A new award recognising the show that most successfully explores the subject of mental health has been launched for the 2017 Edinburgh

Onstage This Week: June 26-July 2 by American Theatre Editors

From down the rabbit hole to the corner bodega, from Seattle to Philadelphia, it is another adventurous week for theatre.

The Broadway Cast Welcomes Jenn Colella, J. Harrison Ghee, and Andrew Keenan-Bolger by Olivia Clement

Playbill’s new podcast celebrates PRIDE with three Broadway favorites. Listen to the latest episode now.

My Fair Lady blooms with Olney Theatre Center’s new take (review) by Jill Kyle-Keith

My Fair Lady, now at Olney Theatre Center, is yet another classic brought to life by this versatile theatre company. As reimagined by director Alan Souza, the timeline has been moved a few y…

Tickets Now on Sale for Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville Musical on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The musical begins performances in February 2018 at the Marquis Theatre.

Review: ‘The Nerd’ at Bucks County Playhouse by Neal Newman

The summer stock experience has nearly passed away. Half a century ago it was a vacation custom to visit a picturesque village and, after a day of sightseeing complemented by great food, sto…

Raymond J Lee Brings Instagram Followers Along for all the Zaniness and Comedy of Groundhog Day

Raymond J. Lee brought our Instagram to Punxsutawney for a full-day of Groundhog Day.

Edward Albee’s Artwork Collection Will Be Auctioned to Benefit His Foundation by Andrew Gans

Sotheby’s will auction more than 100 pieces from the late playwright’s personal collection.

Elvis Presley Manager Col. Tom Parker Set For Screen Bio by Jeremy Gerard

Elvis Presley’s 1974 minor hit “My Boy” might serve as the alternative title for The Colonel, a film bio of the King’s Svengali-like manager, Colonel Tom Parker. The …

Watch the First Trailer for Pitch Perfect 3, Starring Anna Kendrick by Betsy Kaplan

The movie musical reunites the Barden Bellas for a farewell tour.

VIDEO: Watch Matt Cardle Performing at West End Live! by BroadwayWorld

This weekend's West End LIVE 2017 saw hundreds of thousands flock to Trafalgar Square, a testament to the enduring appeal and resilience of theatre. Now in its 13th year, the event has grown…

VIDEO: Watch A Wickedly Good Performance From Kerry Ellis At West End Live! by BroadwayWorld

This weekend's West End LIVE 2017saw hundreds of thousands flock to Trafalgar Square, a testament to the enduring appeal and resilience of theatre. Now in its 13th year, the event has grown …

VIDEO: It's S'Wonderful! AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Hits West End Live by BroadwayWorld

This weekend's West End LIVE 2017 saw hundreds of thousands flock to Trafalgar Square, a testament to the enduring appeal and resilience of theatre. Now in its 13th year, the event has grown…

VIDEO: Watch Current West End Elphaba Willemijn Verkaik Perform At West End Live! by BroadwayWorld

This weekend's West End LIVE 2017 saw hundreds of thousands flock to Trafalgar Square, a testament to the enduring appeal and resilience of theatre. Now in its 13th year, the event has grown…

VIDEO: Messing About In Boats With THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS At West End Live! by BroadwayWorld

See the WIND IN THE WILLOWS cast perform at West End Live

Photos: West End Live: The best pictures form the weekend

Re-live the event and get a peek at what went on backstage at the West End's stagiest weekend

Review: The Misanthrope, Drayton Arms by Amelia Curran

David Furlong directs The/Le Misanthrope, a modern re-imagining of the 1666 Molière classic that will be performed alternately in English and the original French over the coming four weeks.…

Review: Rose Matafeo is Finally Dead, Soho Theatre by Charlotte Irwin

Rose Matafeo is far from dead. Bursting out of a coffin singing “It’s my funereeaal”, Matafeo’s frenetic performance starts as it means to go on, without a corpse in sight. Auckland-…

Review: Groomed, Soho Theatre by Josephine Balfour-Oatts

After winning three awards at the Brighton Fringe Festival in 2016, Groomed takes to the stage of the Soho Theatre as part of their Spring/ Summer season. Written and performed by theatre di…

Review: The English Heart, Etcetera Theatre by Charlotte Irwin

Billed as a Brexit-inspired tale, The English Heart seems to focus more on the obsessive power of sex than the political chaos of the last year. Yes, the characters speak about Brexit and fr…

VIDEO: West End-bound EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Hits West End Live by BroadwayWorld

Watch a video of the EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE cast performing at West End Live

A Track-By-Track Look at the Bandstand Cast Album by Mark Peikert

Composers Richard Oberacker and Robert Taylor provide commentary on the Tony-winning musical's newly released original Broadway cast album, starring Laura Osnes and Corey Cott.

Theater Review: A Pretty Ragged “Ragtime” by Helen Epstein

Ragtime, Book by Terrence McNally, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and Music by Stephen Flaherty. Directed by Joe Calarco. Based on the novel Ragtime by E.L. Doctorow. Staged by the Barrington Stage a…

Cafe Carlyle Announces Fall Season Featuring Mandy Gonzalez, Duncan Sheik, and More by BroadwayWorld

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel is pleased to announce the Cafe Carlyle's fall 2017 season, which features the venue debuts of songwritercomposer Duncan Sheik, and actresssinger Mandy Gonzalez…

Neva Small Joins A BROADWAY MUSICAL at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Fiddler On The Roof's Neva Small will be joining Feinstein's54 Below's concert presentation of Charles Strouse and Lee Adams' A BROADWAY MUSICAL on Sunday July 16th, at 7pm and 930pm.

Tickets Now on Sale for Broadway's ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE by BroadwayWorld

Producers Frank Marshall, Mindy Rich, Anita Waxman, and Beth Williams announced that tickets for the Broadway premiere of Escape to Margaritaville, the new musical featuring the songs of ico…

Meeting your idols (confession: mine is Cheryl Baker) by Andrew Wright

Whilst sipping my free coffee (thank you Waitrose), I got to thinking about my idols and how they inspired and motivated me and just what it feels like to actually meet one of them – thoug…

Video Flash: A Mysterious First Trailer for Broadway's M. Butterfly

David Henry Hwang's drama returns to New York City, with Clive Owen heading the company.

A Collective Call Against Critical Bias by Adewunmi@howlround.com (adewunmi)

By HowlRound. A collectively authored essay by leading artists, academics, and theatre advocates about Paula Vogel’s Indecent and Lynn Nottage’s Sweat on Broadway amid a conversation abo…

Watch Highlights from London Productions of Wicked, Dreamgirls, and More at West End Live by Olivia Clement

The annual, free celebration of London theatre took place June 24–25.

Shonda Rhimes Makes L.A. Theater Crossover by Montez Jennings

Shonda Rhimes is crossing over to the theater. The queen of television dramas had decided to back the LA based IAMA Theatre. Rhimes has provided the theater with a grant that will not only …

Bandstand’s Laura Osnes Joins A Capitol Fourth, Hosted by John Stamos by Andrew Gans

The annual celebration will be broadcast on PBS July 4.

Joe Charnitski’s Funeral. A Fringe Peek by Guest Writer

I’m genetically predisposed to be a storyteller. No one in my family can respond to a simple question with a simple answer. A colorful narrative, complete with flourishing hand gestures, a…

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory's Michael Wartella Is Broadway.com's Next Vlogger by Broadway.com

Time to indulge in two addictive pastimes—television and chocolate—with Broadway's very own Mike Teavee, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory standout Michael Wartella! The…

NEWS: Capacity West End Live weekend kicks off summer theatre celebrations by Press Releases

London theatre is celebrating following the triumphant West End LIVE 2017, which saw hundreds of thousands flock to Trafalgar Square, a testament to the enduring appeal and resilience of the…

Top trending success: #WestEndLive 2017 by numbers

How do you measure success when it comes to one of Europe's largest free performing arts festivals? Check out these stats for West End Live, both in terms of what happened in Trafalgar Squar…

WICKED Flies Back to Ireland Next Year; Tickets On Sale Friday by BroadwayWorld

WICKED, the West End and Broadway musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will be flying back to Dublin for a limited 7 week run next year.

WEST END LIVE 2017 Kicks off Summer of Theatre Celebrations by BroadwayWorld

London theatre is celebrating following the triumphant West End LIVE 2017, which saw hundreds of thousands flock to Trafalgar Square, a testament to the enduring appeal and resilience of the…

‘Chalk Circles’ at REDCAT, Los Angeles by Blouin Artinfo

‘Chalk Circles’ is currently being held through August 20, 2017 at REDCAT, Los Angeles.  Chalk Circles is an exhibition and series of related performances that talk about the ways i…

Review: La Traviata, Royal Opera House by Jessica Handscomb

Based on Alexandre Dumas fils’ 19th Century novel La Dame aux caméllias, Verdi’s beloved opera has returned to the Royal Opera House once again. Richard Eyre’s revered production is b…

The Arts on the Stamps of the World — June 26 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

See Glenn Close Take Her Final Bow in Sunset Boulevard Closing Night by Hannah Vine

Tony winner Glenn Close returned to the role of Norma Desmond over 20 years since starring in the original Broadway production.

SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH – Chichester by Ian Foster

There's something a little depressingly predictable about my inability to resist a neat bit of star casting - Marcia Gay Harden's long-in-the-making UK theatrical debut being the guilty part…

Lin-Manuel Miranda Offers a Shot to Win Tickets to Los Angeles Opening of Hamilton by Andrew Gans

Fans who donate to Immigrants: We Get the Job Done Coalition will have a chance to win VIP tickets to the Pulitzer-winning musical.

Bryan Batt and Christine Pedi Will Help Michael Lavine Tell His Story July 13 by Robert Viagas

The one-night cabaret show will benefit The Actors Fund.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Offers A #Ham4All Shot at Attending Opening Night of Hamilton In Los Angeles by BroadwayWorld

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Prizeo, the online giving platform that democratizes giving for all income levels, announced today that they are offering the chance for one lucky fan to attend the ea…

Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine- featuring Kaskade by Little Known Facts W/ Ilana Levine

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, …

VIDEO: Michael Keaton Confirms Villainous Role in Disney's Live-Action DUMBO by BroadwayWorld

While promoting his new film SPIDER-MAN HOMECOMING, award-winning actor Micheal Keaton confirmed reports that he will lend his voice tothe role of the villain in Disney's upcoming live-actio…

GRACE NOTES: Monday, June 26, 2017 by Susan Grace

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Proper Care of the Peace Lily. A Fringe Peek by Guest Writer

Actor Alec Seymour responded to some our questions, and added a few of his own. What story are you telling? You know, just a good old fashioned bromance between a boy and a plant trapped in …

Poll: Would you trust a fringe website that charged theatre companies for reviews? by The Stage

Last week, The Stage reported that a website was planning to charge theatre companies £50 for their show to be reviewed at the Edinburgh

Theatre News: Top 5 theatre openings: 26 June - 2 July

Audra McDonald makes her London stage debut, Paddy Considine and Rufus Hound in West End transfers and a new play about The Sun make this week's top openings

Hello, Dolly! ensemble institutes a #NoTextTuesday by Serena

The ensemble men of Hello, Dolly! have started a #NoTextTuesday and we love this idea!

Careers Clinic: Should I go to an open audition? by John Byrne

Like all young actors, I have my wish list of people I’d like to work with and productions I’d like to be

Herstory Theatre Festival – TheatreN16 by Shanine Salmon

I am very late to Herstory party, now in its 4th incarnation, Nastazja Somers (soon to be appear in Hope Theatre’s revival of BJ McNeil’s Torn Apart) curated a thought provoking, emotion…

WATCH: 22 Perry O'Bree interviews from backstage at #WestEndLive

Who'd our vlogger Perry O'Bree catch up with at West End Live? Watch all his backstage video interviews from both days with West End stars including Ben Forster, Jade Ewen, Danny Mac, Cassid…

Julius Caesar review – Roman ruler morphs from Trump to Corbyn at Glasto by Michael Billington

Storyhouse, ChesterIn Loveday Ingram’s swaggering production, Caesar bids to ‘make Rome great again’ then poses for selfies at a rock festivalHedging his bets, Henry James described Ch…

BWW's On This Day - June 26, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on June 26 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

TERROR – Lyric Hammersmith by Ian Foster

Booking an interactive show in which we the audience get to play the role of the jury? Using a gimmick to cover the business of reviewing the play....?

Interviews: Omid Djalili: 'People asked for their money back after my first stand-up show'

As the actor and stand up comedian gears up to play Tevye in Daniel Evans' production of Fiddler on the Roof, Omid Djalili talks about his early days in experimental theatre and why the musi…

Video: Exclusive: Listen to Lin-Manuel Miranda's heartfelt response to the Grenfell Tower fire

The Hamilton creator was one of the contributors to the Songs and Solidarity benefit concert this weekend

Review: Review: Ariadne auf Naxos (Glyndebourne)

The return of Katharina Thoma's controversial staging of Strauss's opera

VIDEO: The First Official Trailer for PITCH PERFECT 3 Has Arrived! by Movies News Desk

The Bellas are BackUniversal Pictureshas released the first official trailer for PITCH PERFECT 3. The third installment of the musically-themed franchise, hitting theaters on December 22nd, …

Brexit Shorts: The End by Abi Morgan, starring Penelope Wilton – video by Jess Gormley, Noah Payne-Frank, Liese Spencer and Chris Wiegand

‘There’s no coming back from this’ … After 43 years together, Helen is shocked that her husband is leaving Continue reading...

Brexit Shorts: The Pines by Gary Owen, starring Steffan Rhodri – video by Jess Gormley, Noah Payne-Frank, Liese Spencer and Chris Wiegand

‘But if I don’t do this, what else can I do?’ … A Welsh dairy farmer reflects on the real cost of a flat white Continue reading...

Laura Osnes, Kellie Pickler, and Yolanda Adams Join The All-Star Cast Of PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH by BroadwayWorld

Joining the all-star line-up for the 37th annual edition of PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH, broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, are acclaimed country music singer and songwriter Ke…

BWW Morning Brief June 26th, 2017 - Jimmy Awards and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news Ben Platt hosts the 2017 Jimmy Awards, honoring the best in high school musical theatre tonight

Terror, Lyric Hammersmith, London, review: Often feels more akin to a moral philosophy seminar by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

The audience plays the jury in this courtroom drama by the lawyer and writer, Ferdinand von Schirach in which a fighter pilot is on trial for shooting down a hijacked aircraft

Adam Thomas Joins Denise Welch in JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at Times Square Panto by BroadwayWorld

Pantomime is coming to Times Square in Newcastle this Christmas and Adam Thomas Emmerdale, I'm a Celebrity runner up is joining the cast of Jack and the Beanstalk in the title role.

Blondel 
review at Union Theatre, London – ‘bouncy, buoyant and unbelievably silly’ by Mark Shenton

London’s Union Theatre continues its mission to revive neglected British musicals that emerged during the 1980s and 1990s mega-show bonanza years. Having

REVIEW: Instructions For Dancing, Zachary Morris and Ben van Tienen ✭✭✭✭ by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo It is to the credit and artistry of these two performers that Instructions for Dancing is a calling card that I am sure will have people asking for more. This post REVIEW: In…

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… Misprint Theatre by Helen McWilliams

'This is an incredibly important piece of theatre because it explores a very stigmatised issue: men’s mental health. There are already a lot of negative ideas and stereotypes surrounding m…

Drama GCSE uptake slumps by 9% – Ofqual by Tim Bano

The number of students taking drama GCSE has fallen sharply in 2017, dropping by 9% in a year. Figures released by Ofqual,

Galway theatre voted Ireland’s favourite building by Michael Quinn

Galway’s O’Donoghue Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance has been voted Ireland’s favourite building in a poll conducted by the Royal Institute

VIDEO: Glenn Close and Cast of SUNSET BOULEVARD Take Final Broadway Bows by BroadwayWorld

Three-time Tony Award-winnerGlenn Closetook her final bow today as 'Norma Desmond' inAndrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning masterpiece,Sunset Boulevard. Check out the video of the final c…

Theatre News: Lawyer Sophie Khan to speak at London Writers' Week Grenfell Tower benefit

The lawyer, who represented Lakanal House fire victims, will appear alongside writers including Kate Mosse and David Evan Giles

Video: Indhu Interviews: Noma Dumezweni and Lucian Msamati

As part of her guest editor week at WhatsOnStage, Indhu Rubasingham interviews two of the most exciting actors around on playing iconic roles, beginning life outside of the UK and what's…

Blogs: Boozy lunches and proofs: the role of the editor is not what it used to be

As Indhu Rubasingham steps up to take the reins of WOS, managing editor Daisy Bowie-Sell reflects on how the editorial team has worked closely with her to create some really exciting pieces

Book Now For EVITA In The West End by BroadwayWorld

The story of an ordinary woman's meteoric rise to power at a time of extraordinary political unrest, Evita is set to captivate West End audiences again as it makes a much anticipated return …

Casting Announced for THE DRAG at the National Theatre by BroadwayWorld

The National Theatre will mark the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales by staging its first Queer Theatre event series from 6 - 10 July 20…

Adelaide Cabaret Festival wraps for another year by Arts Review

With the Adelaide Cabaret Festival coming to an end for another year, Co-Artistic Directors, Ali McGregor and Eddie Perfect announced that Ali will take the reins as sole Artistic Director f…

Burn, a new play by James Graham – read the script by James Graham

Meet Mansfield mum and internet troll Carol. From her front room, she sets remainers against leavers on Twitter – then sits back and watches the sparks flyExt. Establishing shot of the str…

The Pines, a new play by Gary Owen – read the script by Gary Owen

A dairy farmer in Wales is sick of being ridiculed for voting leave when he is subsidising everyone, including the Londoner who has gentrified the local cafeBut if I don’t do this, what el…

The End, a new play by Abi Morgan – read the script by Abi Morgan

After 43 years of union, Helen’s husband is leaving. She’d always thought they were stronger together but forget regret – it’s payback timeInt. Sitting room. Evening. Helen [mid-60s]…

Shattered, a new play by Maxine Peake – read the script by Maxine Peake

Dalir has been an immigration lawyer in Manchester for 30 years and is working flat out to keep up with protecting people’s rights since the Brexit voteExt. Moss Side, Manchester – Day. …

Brexit Shorts: Shattered by Maxine Peake, starring Nasser Memarzia – video by Jess Gormley, Noah Payne-Frank, Liese Spencer and Chris Wiegand

‘People are petrified’ … An immigration lawyer in Manchester sees fear – and hope – in his community Continue reading...

Brexit Shorts: Burn by James Graham, starring Joanna Scanlan – video by Jess Gormley, Noah Payne-Frank, Liese Spencer and Chris Wiegand

‘I’m a warrior who’s been waiting for a war’ … Internet troll Carol whips up Brexit fury in Mansfield Continue reading...

Leading Writers Come Together To Help Grenfell Tower Fire Victims by BroadwayWorld

London Writers' Week has announced that leading writers, including novelist Kate Mosse, are coming together to help Grenfell Tower fire victims.

Julius Caesar review – ‘striking screen version of the Donmar’s all-female production’ by Rafaella Marcus

The Donmar Warehouse’s film of their all-female Julius Caesar is a labour of love. Directed by Phyllida Lloyd, it’s definitely a filmed

7 shows to see opening in July by Emma Clarendon

1.Apologia, Trafalgar Studios: opening for previews from the 29th July, Emmy Award winner Stockard Channing will star in this new production of Alexi Kaye Campbell’s play, directed by Jami…

Today on Broadway: Monday, June 26, 2017 by James Marino

Listen: Two Shows Close on Broadway, The Kilroys Release 2017 List, Equity Reaches Deal with LORT, and More! “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hittin…

Albert Herring review at the Grange, Hampshire – ‘reassuringly skilful stagecraft’ by Yehuda Shapiro

This summer, Albert Herring, Benjamin Britten’s comic opera of repression, rum-laced lemonade and rites of passage celebrates 70 years since its premiere

Food review at Finborough Theatre, London – ‘underseasoned brew’ by Julia Rank

Steve Rodgers’s 2012 play Food (receiving its first production outside Australia) is an abrasive affair, more of a haphazard buffet than a

On the Couch with Margi Brown Ash by Arts Review

Who is Margi Ash Brown? Performer and playwright, actor and director, therapist for artists, mother of four, mentor and friend. What would you do differently to what you do now? I would know…

Blogs: Indhu Rubasingham: The theatre world doesn't thrive on consensus but complexity

As she begins her week as guest editor of WhatsOnStage, Indhu Rubasingham explains why she agreed to step up to the job

The Green Room: What phrases annoy you most in theatre? by Jon Dryden Taylor

Meet our panel: We have given our panellists pen-names and used stock images but their biographies reflect their real career details… Albert

Designer Peter McKintosh: ‘Cameron Mackintosh gave me £1,000 and changed my life’ by Nick Smurthwaite

The Olivier-winning set and costume designer is no stranger to West End transfers, with recent hits including The 39 Steps and My

THE QUENTIN DENTIN SHOW – Tristan Bates Theatre by Ian Foster

I was rather seduced by The Quentin Dentin Show's charms when I saw it last year - riding post-Edinburgh enthusiasm, this sci-fi musical slotted into the late-night berth at the Above the Ar…

‘The Marriage of Figaro’ at English National Opera, London by Blouin Artinfo

“The Marriage of Figaro” will be staged from March 29 through April 14, 2018 at English National Opera, London. Mozart’s play is full of consummate wit, grace and joyous musical invent…

Review: Food at the Finborough Theatre by Hannah Greenstreet

Add a cupboardful of theatrical tropes: Hannah Greenstreet writes a recipe review of Steve Rogers' play, which is set in a takeaway. The post Review: Food at the Finborough Theatre appeared…

‘Yerma’ at Young Vic, London by Blouin Artinfo

“Yerma” will be staged from July 26, 2017 through August 30, 2017 at Young Vic, London. It is an adaptation of the original play written by Spanish dramatist Federico García Lorca. The …

Brun Fine Art at MasterPiece London 2017 by Blouin Artinfo

Brun Fine Art will soon be participating at MasterPiece London 2017 from June 29 through July 5, 2017.Brun Fine Art is a leading international gallery specialized in prestigious continental …

'TV Politics: Being Camelia and The Sky Is Not Always Above by Mohamed Soueid' at Documenta14, Kassel by Blouin Artinfo

Documenta14 will be screening "Being Camelia and The Sky Is Not Always Above by Mohamed Soueid" on June 29, 2017. "TV Politics" is a film program introduced  by Documenta14, t…

And Scene #13 - Auditioning w/ Peter Lockyer by Andscenepod, Michael Salerno

Welcome to this week’s episode of the And Scene Theater Podcast!  First, apologies for the audio issues with Mike’s track. Our online studio is still working to fix the problem! In Act …

Anya Anastasia: The Execution by Arts Review

Award winning cabaret chanteuse, Anya Anastasia is bringing a brand spanking new, fierce, and tightly choreographed new breed of contemporary cabaret, The Execution to the intentionally pet…

'I had nowhere to go by Douglas Gordon' at Documenta14, Athens by Blouin Artinfo

Documenta14, Athens will be screening "I had nowhere to go by Douglas Gordon" on July 15, 2017. Douglas Gordon’s "I had nowhere to go" (2016) draws from the diaries of Jonas Mekas. It…

‘Millennium Actress’ at Barbican Centre, London by Blouin Artinfo

“Millennium Actress” will be screened at Barbican Centre in London on July 3, 2017.  The film is written and directed by Satoshi Kon and stars Miyoko Shôji, Mami Koyama and Fu…

'Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets' at Cobble Hill Cinemas, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Cobble Hill Cinemas, New York will be screening the movie "Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets" from July 21, 2017. Set in the 28th century, the movie tells the story of Valeria…

‘Tramontane’ at Barbican Centre, London by Blouin Artinfo

“Tramontane” will be screened at Barbican Centre in London on July 9, 2017.   The film is written and directed by Vatche Boulghourjian and stars Michel Adabachi, Sajed Ame…

'Le Trou' at Film Forum, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Film Forum, New York will be screening the movie "Le Trou" from June 28 through July 4, 2017. Directed by Jacques Becker, "Le Trou" tells the story of five inmates, who use every ounce …

‘Wise Blood’ at BAM Peter Jay Sharp Building, New York by Blouin Artinfo

“Wise Blood” will be screened at BAM Peter Jay Sharp Building in New York on July 2, 2017.  The film is directed by John Huston and stars Brad Dourif, Dan Shor, Harry Dean Stan…

Review: Review: Blondel (Union Theatre)

Sasha Regan directs this revival of Tim Rice and Stephen Oliver's musical

London Theater's Summer of Love, Lust and Strife, Including Audra McDonald's Billie Holiday by David Finkle

London—Emma Rice, now ending her short stay as artistic director of Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, is celebrating the fiftieth

Episode 510 - Nadia Quinn (Performer/Writer/Producer/Photographer) by Joel B. New

JBN sat down with Nadia Quinn, who pretty much does all the things. She's been on Broadway, she's got a thriving photography business, and so much more. Halfway through the interview, we wer…

Mark Shenton’s week: The rise of Kenny Wax, the West End’s new president by Mark Shenton

The appointment of Kenny Wax this week to the top position of president of the Society of London Theatre caps a rise

Lyn Gardner: Should we really bemoan the death of old-style rep? by Lyn Gardner

What’s the best way to train actors to give them an opportunity to develop and still serve the needs of audiences in

Ben Lloyd-Hughes: ‘School funding cuts devalue arts. It’s arrogant to call theatre a hobby’ by Giverny Masso

Actor Ben Lloyd-Hughes is currently performing in Kiss Me at Trafalgar Studios, which tells an unorthodox love story set in post-First World

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 6/25-6/26/2017

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Monday, June 26, 2017 - Monday, June 26, 2017.

CLARENCE, IS THAT YOU? by Peter Filichia

  “People thought I was crazy to do this,” he told the audience after he took his final curtain call....Continue Reading The post CLARENCE, IS THAT YOU? appeared first on BroadwaySe…

Steven Wright, master of meh: 'This is just how I talk. It accidentally went well with the jokes' by Brian Logan

The big-haired, sleepy-eyed standup is an Oscar-winner, one of America’s best-loved comedians and ‘a car that has no gears’. Now, his deadpan style has won him a perfect role in The Em…

2017 Jimmy Awards, Honoring High School Musical Theatre Performers, Presented June 26 by Adam Hetrick

Dear Evan Hansen star Ben Platt hosts the ninth annual National High School Musical Theatre Awards, presented June 26 at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.

Miranda Cosgrove Reveals Her Spirit Minion by Young Hollywood

Miranda Cosgrove Reveals Her Spirit Minion YH sits down with the lovely and talented Miranda Cosgrove to get the scoop on her third foray into the 'Despicable Me' universe, 'Despicable Me 3'…

Director Kat Hidalgo and Actor Anna Martine Freeman on What It Means to Be Proactive Queer Artists by Playbill Staff

This week’s installment of the artists’ podcast The Compass explores how art and activism intersect for LGBTQ theatremakers.

Nederlands Dans Theater 1, Théâtre de Chaillot, Paris — stirring

Cristal Pite’s ‘In the Event’ is the highlight of the dance company’s triple bill

Kate Baldwin and Santino Fontana Co-Star in June 26 Goodbye Girl Concerts by Robert Viagas

The Marvin Hamlisch-David Zippel score will be sung at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

Victoria Clark and Billy Porter Sing Audience Choices in Special Lyrics & Lyricists June 26 by Robert Viagas

The long-running series at the 92nd Street Y is letting fans pick the songs for the latest edition.

Variety Is Good for the Soulpepper - The Canadian theatre company makes its U.S. debut with a month-long festival

The Canadian theatre company makes its U.S. debut with a jam-packed month-long festival---What award-winning stage comedy was turned into a primetime sitcom that was recently renewed for its…

IMPRESSIONS: American Ballet Theatre in Alexei Ratmansky's Whipped Cream by The Dance Enthusiast

"Mellifluous and lively, the dances unfurl as if frosting edging a cake. A coy hip twist or a saucy shoulder wiggle add sparkle to the traditional features of a full-length ballet." Erin Bom…

TDE Asks Moses Pendleton, Founder & Artistic Director of MOMIX, about the Return of "Opus Cactus" to The Joyce Theater After 12 Years by The Dance Enthusiast

"You may not have a 'modern dance' experience with MOMIX, but hopefully you will have an experience." — Moses Pendleton, Founder of MOMIX.

Bernadette Peters, Martin Short, and Neil Simon Reveal Behind-the-Scenes Challenges and Joys of The Goodbye Girl by Mervyn Rothstein

The stars and creators of the the tuneful but short-lived 1993 musical talk about the unexpected challenges of adapting the 1977 film for contemporary theatre audiences.

Bernadette Peters, Martin Short and Neil Simon Reveal Behind-the-Scenes Challenges and Joys of Making The Goodbye Girl by Mervyn Rothstein

The stars and creators of the the tuneful, but short-lived 1993 musical talk about the unexpected challenges of adapting the 1977 film for contemporary theatre audiences.

Inside Sutton Foster’s Crazy Year by Ruthie Fierberg

From her Drama Desk-nominated performance in Sweet Charity to season four of hit TV series Younger to new motherhood, Sutton Foster gets real about it all.

With Broadway’s Sweat Now Closed, What’s Next for Lynn Nottage? by Ruthie Fierberg

Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, Tony winner Duncan Sheik, and Tony nominee Susan Birkenhead talk about musicalizing The Secret Life of Bees.