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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Experience the World’s Best Rising Talent at Under the Radar 2022 by Matthew Wexler

The Public Theater's Under the Radar Festival returns to present new works by artists from across the country and around the world. The post Experience the World’s Best Rising Talent at Un…

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Monday, December 20, 2021

First Look at ‘The Music Man’ Starring Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster by Matthew Wexler

Preview performances begin tonight for the Broadway revival of 'The Music Man,' starring Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. The post First Look at ‘The Music Man’ Starring Hugh Jackman and …

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Friday, December 17, 2021

Salty Brine’s New Show at Joe’s Pub Will Reveal “Scenery-Chewing Monster That I Am” by Matthew Wexler

Salty Brine takes albums from any genre and performs them with a live band, weaving stories in and around the songs. See his new show at Under the Radar next month, and hear from the artist …

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Thursday, December 16, 2021

Culture Meets Camp: Les Ballets Trockadero De Monte Carlo at the Joyce by Matthew Wexler

Les Ballets Trockadero De Monte Carlo (Photo: Zoran Jelenic) By Winnie McCroy If you like your culture with a bit of camp, the world-famous, all-male ballet… The post Culture Meets Camp: …

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

A Letter to Bobbie: ‘Company’ Returns to Broadway by Matthew Wexler

A reimagined Bobbie makes Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's "Company" resonate even more for a 21st-century Broadway audience. The post A Letter to Bobbie: ‘Company’ Returns to Broadwa…

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Reviews: Flying, but Not Soaring, Over Sunset by Matthew Wexler

Reviews were mixed for Lincoln Center Theater's "Flying Over Sunset" despite a starry cast and creative team full of Broadway regulars. The post Reviews: Flying, but Not Soaring, Over Sunset…

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Friday, December 10, 2021

Phone Rings, Door Chimes, In Come Reviews for ‘Company’ by Matthew Wexler

Most critics are praising Marianne Elliott's production of "Company" along with Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone's performances. The post Phone Rings, Door Chimes, In Come Reviews for ‘Compan…

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

‘Freestyle Love Supreme’ Hits the Road After Broadway Run by Matthew Wexler

Following a successful limited Broadway engagement this fall that included a 2020 Special Tony Award, the critically-acclaimed improv sensation Freestyle Love Supreme, conceived by Anthony�…

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Off-Broadway Review: ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ by Matthew Wexler

Tony winner Victoria Clark stars in "Kimberly Akimbo," the new Off-Broadway musical by David Lindsay-Abaire and Jeanine Tesori. The post Off-Broadway Review: ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ appeared f…

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Don’t Miss: Todd Almond Holiday Album Release with Betty Buckley by Matthew Wexler

Broadway and TV star Todd Almond releases his new holiday album, "A Pony for Christmas," with special guest Betty Buckley. The post Don’t Miss: Todd Almond Holiday Album Release with Betty…

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Monday, December 6, 2021

Broadway Review Round-Up: ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ by Matthew Wexler

Rob McClure earned positive reviews in "Mrs. Doubtfire," a new musical of the popular film, but most critics weren't sold on the adaptation. The post Broadway Review Round-Up: ‘Mrs. Doubtf…

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Saturday, December 4, 2021

Feinstein’s/54 Below to Celebrate 10th Anniversary with Monthly Series by Matthew Wexler

'10 Years of 54 Below' will begin performances in January of 2022 with the club’s Creative and Programming Director, 'Be More Chill' producer Jennifer Ashley Tepper, overseeing the lineu…

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Friday, December 3, 2021

‘Slave Play’ Announces a New Digital Lottery by Matthew Wexler

A limited number of tickets will be available for every performance of 'Slave Play' for $25 per ticket. The post ‘Slave Play’ Announces a New Digital Lottery appeared first on The Bro…

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Thursday, December 2, 2021

Have Yourself a Very Mary Christmas With Kiki & Herb by Matthew Wexler

Kiki & Herb reunite for a holiday concert at BAM, singing classic rock and pop songs with their unique twist and comedic spin. The post Have Yourself a Very Mary Christmas With Kiki &…

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Broadway Review: ‘Clyde’s’ Starring Uzo Aduba by Matthew Wexler

Emmy winner Uzo Aduba stars in Lynn Nottage's new play, 'Clyde's,' about employees in a Pennsylvania truck stop sandwich shop. The post Broadway Review: ‘Clyde’s’ Starring Uzo Aduba a…

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Review: Goodman Theatre’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Matthew Wexler

The Goodman Theatre brings back its holiday classic, 'A Christmas Carol,' for a triumphant return to live theater, directed by Jessica Thebus. The post Review: Goodman Theatre’s ‘A Chris…

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Review: For Better or Worse, ‘Assassins’ Makes for a Timely Revival by Matthew Wexler

Classic Stage Company's "Assassins" acts as a reminder and cautionary tale of where our country has always been, and where we may always be going. The post Review: For Better or Worse, ‘As…

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Saturday, November 27, 2021

Remembering Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021) by Matthew Wexler

The world mourns the loss of one of the greatest musical theater composers and lyricists of all time: Stephen Sondheim. The post Remembering Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021) appeared first on Th…

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Thursday, November 25, 2021

Review: ‘Tick, Tick…Boom!’ is a Welcome Jolt and Love Letter to Jonathan Larson by Matthew Wexler

Andrew Garfield stars as Jonathan Larson in the astounding new film adaptation of "Tick, Tick... Boom!" directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda. The post Review: ‘Tick, Tick…Boom!’ is a Welcome…

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Broadway Review: ‘Diana: The Musical’ is a Royal Mess by Matthew Wexler

"Diana: The Musical" makes mincemeat out of the Royal Family in a stylistically absurd retelling of Diana Spencer and Prince Charles. The post Broadway Review: ‘Diana: The Musical’ is a…

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Monday, November 22, 2021

‘A Sherlock Carol’ Opens the Curtain on an Instant Holiday Classic by Matthew Wexler

Sherlock Holmes and "A Christmas Carol" converge for a new holiday classic, Off-Broadway at New York City's New World Stages. The post ‘A Sherlock Carol’ Opens the Curtain on an Instan…

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Friday, November 19, 2021

Winners of 17th Annual Fred Ebb Award Announced by Matthew Wexler

The Fred Ebb Award goes to aspiring musical theater writers, with this year's $60,000 prize given to the songwriting team of Isabella Dawis and Tidtaya Sinutoke. The post Winners of 17th…

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

‘Slave Play’ Announces Cast for Broadway Return by Matthew Wexler

Jeremy O. Harris's "Slave Play", the most Tony-nominated play in history, announces its new cast and also its Black Out performance date. The post ‘Slave Play’ Announces Cast for Broadwa…

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

‘Spring Awakening’ Reunion Documentary Coming to HBO by Matthew Wexler

The 'Spring Awakening' reunion concert featuring Jonathan Groff and Lea Michele was filmed for a documentary that will air on HBO in 2022. The post ‘Spring Awakening’ Reunion Documentary…

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

La MaMa and Stephen Petronio Company: ‘Punk Picks and Other Delights’ by Matthew Wexler

Legendary dancer and choreographer Stephen Petronio brings a compilation of his early successes to La Mama for a special limited run this week. The post La MaMa and Stephen Petronio Company:…

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Monday, November 15, 2021

Off-Broadway Review: ‘Morning’s at Seven’ by Matthew Wexler

The cast of ‘Morning’s at Seven.’ (Photo: Maria Baranova) By Samuel L. Leiter Among several factors putting speed bumps in the path of the new… The post Off-Broadway Review: ‘Morni…

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Friday, November 12, 2021

‘Chicago’ Celebrates 25 Years on Broadway with Special Performance by Matthew Wexler

To celebrate the revival's 25th anniversary, producers have announced a special performance of "Chicago" on Nov. 16 with appearances by original cast members. The post ‘Chicago’ Celeb…

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Thursday, November 11, 2021

Cindy Williams to Star in One-Woman Show: ‘Me, Myself & Shirley” by Matthew Wexler

Television and film star Cindy Williams recounts her career in the entertainment industry in a new show, 'Me, Myself & Shirley.' The post Cindy Williams to Star in One-Woman Show: ‘Me,…

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Off-Broadway Review: ‘Tammany Hall’ by Matthew Wexler

The seedy side of New York City politics is revealed in the immersive Off-Broadway production, "Tammany Hall," at SoHo Playhouse. The post Off-Broadway Review: ‘Tammany Hall’ appeared fi…

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Laura Benanti to Join the New York Pops for Holiday Concert by Matthew Wexler

The event, titled "Back Home For the Holidays," will feature Laura Benanti and mark the New York Pops’ first concert at Carnegie Hall since February 2020.  The post Laura Benanti to Joi…

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Monday, November 8, 2021

Joshua Henry to Join the Broadway Company of ‘Waitress’ by Matthew Wexler

Joshua Henry will join the Broadway cast of "Waitress" in the role of Dr. Pomatter. The limited engagement runs through January 9, 2022. The post Joshua Henry to Join the Broadway Company o…

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards