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Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Rami Malek and Indira Varma-Led Oedipus Opens in London February 4 by Logan Culwell-Block

Matthew Warchus and Hofesh Shechter are co-directing the new take on the Sophocles tragedy for The Old Vic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48AM
Monday, February 3, 2025

Tara Rubin Casting Rechristened The TRC Company by Logan Culwell-Block

The new company will be led by Claire Burke, Kevin Metzger-Timson, Xavier Rubiano, and Peter Van Dam, with Rubin continuing to cast under the new banner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Maybe Happy Ending Sets Understudy Performances in February and March by Logan Culwell-Block

Find out when Hannah Kevitt, Steven Huynh, and Christopher James Tamayo will go on as Claire and Oliver in the new Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM

The Reviews Are in for the World Premiere Schmigadoon! Stage Musical by Logan Culwell-Block

Based on Cinco Paul's AppleTV+ series, the new Golden Age musical theatre parody is playing Washington, D.C.'s Kennedy Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM

Get a 1st Listen to 'Where I Wanna Be' From Broadway's Upcoming Boop! The Musical by Logan Culwell-Block

Jasmine Amy Rogers stars as Betty Boop in the new musical from Bob Martin, David Foster, and Susan Birkenhead beginning performances March 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

Get a 1st Look at Kara Young and the Cast of Broadway's Purpose by Logan Culwell-Block

The new play from Tony-winning Appropriate playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins begins performances February 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

London's The Devil Wears Prada Musical Extends Into 2026 by Logan Culwell-Block

Vanessa Williams stars as Miranda Priestly, with Jerry Mitchell at the helm of the musical that opened December 5, 2024.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Sean Hayes Will Reprise Tony-Winning Good Night, Oscar Performance in London's West End by Logan Culwell-Block

The Doug Wright play about actor, pianist, and personality Oscar Levant will play the Barbican Theatre this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Figaro: An Original Musical Makes London Concert Debut February 3 by Logan Culwell-Block

Written by Ashley Jana and Will Nunziata, the original musical is playing the London Palladium through February 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

Scott Davenport Richards-David Cote Opera Blind Injustice Makes NYC Premiere via MasterVoices February 3 by Logan Culwell-Block

Adapted from Mark Godsey's book exploring the U.S. criminal justice system's failing of the wrongfully accused, the work performs through February 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

Paul Mescal-Led A Streetcar Named Desire Begins West End Encore Run February 3 Ahead of Off-Broadway Transfer by Logan Culwell-Block

Directed by Rebecca Frecknall, this revival began at London's Almeida Theatre in 2022.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Sunday, February 2, 2025

Left on Tenth Leaves Broadway February 2 by Logan Culwell-Block

Directed by Susan Stroman, the Delia Ephron play stars Julianna Margulies and Peter Gallagher.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Saturday, February 1, 2025

Cole Escola, Cats: 'The Jellicle Ball,' More Win 2025 Obie Awards by Logan Culwell-Block

The American Theatre Wing presents the 68th annual Off-Broadway honors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:06PM

The Thing About Jellyfish Stage Play Begins World Premiere February 1 by Logan Culwell-Block

Berkeley Rep is presenting the new work, adapted from Ali Benjamin's best-selling novel by Keith Bunin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Friday, January 31, 2025

Photos: Rami Malek and Indira Varma Lead London Oedipus by Logan Culwell-Block

Matthew Warchus and Hofesh Shechter are co-directing the new take on the Sophocles tragedy for The Old Vic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM

This Time, It's Part of Her World: See Jodi Benson Star in Rochester Gypsy by Logan Culwell-Block

The Little Mermaid star is Mama Rose to daughter Delaney Benson's Louise for OFC Creations through February 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM

Watch All the Deleted Scenes From Wicked: Part 1 for Free by Logan Culwell-Block

Universal has put the fan-centric bonus features online in full.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

Broadway League Reveals More Leadership Awards by Logan Culwell-Block

Christina Selby and Tammie Ward received Special Service Awards, with Damian Bazadona receiving the Impact Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

Romantics Anonymous Releasing Live U.K. Cast Album by Logan Culwell-Block

With a score by Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond and a book by Emma Rice, the musical played Bristol Old Vic in 2020.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

World Premiere Schmigadoon! Stage Musical Begins at Kennedy Center January 31 by Logan Culwell-Block

Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, Kevin Del Aguila, and more are bringing the theatrical Apple TV+ series to the stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

The Thing About Jellyfish Stage Play Begins World Premiere January 31 by Logan Culwell-Block

Berkeley Rep is presenting the new work, adapted from Ali Benjamin's best-selling novel by Keith Bunin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Thursday, January 30, 2025

Junior Nyong'o Will Star Opposite Real-Life Sister Lupita Nyong'o in Free Shakespeare in the Park Twelfth Night by Logan Culwell-Block

The outdoor summer theatre institution returns this summer following a 2024 hiatus with a starry cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:48PM

Jenny Gersten Named VP & Artistic Director of Musical Theatre at New York City Center by Logan Culwell-Block

The role will see her leading the Manhattan venue's Encores! series along with the annual gala presentations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

London's Donmar Warehouse Plans Revival of Patrick Marber's Dealer's Choice by Logan Culwell-Block

Matthew Dunster will direct the 30th anniversary production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Get a 1st Listen to 'Have I Got a Story' From New Gracie Hyland-Gretchen Cryer Musical House on Fire by Logan Culwell-Block

The album is getting a digital release from Precious Days Records January 31.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Shucked U.K. Premiere, Revised Brigadoon, More in Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Season by Logan Culwell-Block

The upcoming season will be the first for Artistic Director Drew McOnie.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Ars Nova Names Andrew Neisler and Anna Morton Stacey New Co-Artistic Directors by Logan Culwell-Block

Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan will transition into an advisory role in July.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:06AM

Jerry Mitchell Joins Producing Team for U.K. Musical King of Pangea by Logan Culwell-Block

Making its world premiere at London's King's Head Theatre this summer, the project is Tony winner Mitchell's first foray into producing.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:54AM
Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Ariana DeBose Will Not Be Evita in London's West End After All by Logan Culwell-Block

The West Side Story Oscar winner had reportedly been in talks to lead an encore run of Jamie Lloyd's revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:48PM

Already Perfect Musical Will Get NYC Industry Presentation by Logan Culwell-Block

The new work from Tony winner Levi Kreis tracks a man's last shot at salvation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

Is Schmigadoon! Destined to Become a Stage Musical Trilogy? by Logan Culwell-Block

Creator Cinco Paul on bringing the Apple TV+ series to the stage, and what he had planned for season 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:32PM