Inheriting Your Great-Great Grandparents’ Investment In Your Future by Joe Patti

Early in April you may have seen that Yellowstone National Park is celebrating its 150th Anniversary by offering an Inheritance Pass for $1500 with the catch that it can’t be used for anot…

John Pizzarelli at Café Carlyle by Sandi Durell

By Marilyn Lester . . . Guitarist-vocalist John Pizzarelli, like many performers who endured the drought of live engagements during the two-year pandemic lockdown, is finally back live in a …

New Book Reveals How Broadway Producers Greased The Way For ‘Grease’ To Become A Success by Marc Hershberg

In a forthcoming book, the original producer Ken Waissman reveals a ruse he came up with to save the show from shutting before ever making it to Broadway.

My Variety Review: Billy Crystal's "Mr. Saturday Night" on Broadway by Frank Rizzo

Sometimes being nice has its rewards. Take Buddy Young Jr., the bitter, self-centered, self-destructive comedian from the 1992 flop film “Mr. Saturday Night,” which Billy Crystal starred…

Review: Billy Crystal Carries the Tune in ‘Mr. Saturday Night’ by Laura Collins-Hughes

In a mishmash new musical based on his 1992 movie, he charms the audience as a has-been comic reconnecting with family.

Talkin' Broadway on Broadway Review: "Mr. Saturday Night" 4/27/22 by Howard Miller

The main plot may be melodramatic, even corny at times, but mostly Mr. Saturday Night is filled with joy: Crystal's joy of performing for us (the one-liners crackle and gleam), and our joy i…

Odds & Ends: My Neighbour Totoro to Have Stage Adaptation at the Royal Shakespeare Company by Caitlin Moynihan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. My Neighbour Totoro to Get Stage Treatment at Royal Shakespeare Company  The Royal Shakespeare Company will premiere a stage adap…

Mr. Saturday Night Broadway Review. Billy Crystal Recreates His Borscht Belt Comic by Jonathan Mandell

In “Mr. Saturday Night,” opening on Broadway tonight, Billy Crystal stars as a very funny comedian who decades ago self-sabotaged, and is now trying to make a comeback.  The show itsel…

‘Mr. Saturday Night’ Broadway Review: Genial Billy Crystal Musical Delivers Punchlines Without The Punches by Greg Evans

You might feel like you’ve already seen Mr. Saturday Night the musical even if you’ve never seen Mr. Saturday Night the movie, and whether you find that comforting – Billy Crystal cert…

‘Mr. Saturday Night’ Review: Billy Crystal Brings the Laughs in His New Broadway Musical by Gordon Cox

Sometimes being nice has its rewards. Take Buddy Young Jr., the bitter, self-centered, self-destructive comedian from the 1992 flop film “Mr. Saturday Night,” which Billy Crystal starred…

‘Mr. Saturday Night’ review: Billy Crystal brings yuks to Broadway by Johnny Oleksinski

The new musical has hearty laughs and glorious punchlines that are knocked outta the park by a master.   

Review: ‘Mr. Saturday Night’ gets swallowed in ego by Naveen Kumar

Billy Crystal is roving the stage, leading an “oy vey!” call-and-response. There is no exclamation more apt for “Mr. Saturday Night,” the moth-eaten cardigan of a new musical now in …

Review: Billy Crystal’s ‘Mr. Saturday Night’ on Broadway is a hilarious, retro good time by Chris Jones

Billy Crystal has aged into his role as Buddy Young Jr. perfectly for the Broadway version of "Mr. Saturday Night."

Review: Billy Crystal Deserves Better Than ‘Mr. Saturday Night’ by Rex Reed

Whatever charm exists in 'Mr. Saturday Night' is due to Mr. Crystal, but even he needs proper material. 

Mr. Saturday Night: Broadway Musical, Borscht Belt Style by Frank Scheck

★★★☆☆ Billy Crystal co-wrote and stars in the new musical adaptation of his 1992 film, featuring a score by Jason Robert Brown and Amanda Green The post Mr. Saturday Night: Broadwa…

Mr. Saturday Night: Billy Crystal Musicalized Vehicle Runs Smoothly Enough by David Finkle

★★★☆☆ The comedian adapts his flick hit with co-writers Ganz and Mandel, Brown and Green songs added, and Rando direction The post Mr. Saturday Night: Billy Crystal Musicalized Veh…

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Broadway's Mr. Saturday Night, Starring Billy Crystal? by Talaura Harms

The new musical adaptation, based on the 1992 film, opened April 27 at the Nederlander Theatre.

A Broadway run and 8 Tonys later, 'Hadestown' returns to where it first took off: L.A. by Ashley Lee

Anaïs Mitchell reflects on the "Hadestown" tour's Los Angeles opening and how the Tony-winning musical led to her new album.

This Multi-hyphenate Actress/Writer Not Only Has A Writing Deal For DC, She Also Has A New Off-Broadway Play by Jeryl Brunner

Meet actress and writer Ana Nogueira. Her smart new play, Which Way To The Stage, just premiered at MCC Theater.

Prima Facie review – Jodie Comer on formidable form in roaring drama by Arifa Akbar

Harold Pinter theatre, LondonThe Killing Eve star makes a masterful West End debut in Suzie Miller’s play about sexual assault and the legal system Jodie Comer’s West End stage debut is …

Openly Gay ‘Bridgerton’ Star Golda Rosheuvel Was Told by a Lesbian Director to Stay in the Closet by Marc Malkin

When openly gay “Bridgerton” star Golda Rosheuvel —who plays the wigtastic gossip-loving Queen Charlotte on the Netflix series — was starting her acting career, she was told by a les…

Review: Billy Crystal's Mr. Saturday Night Musical Is Matzo Ball Soup for the Jewish Soul

Crystal delivers the punchlines in a stage version of his 1992 movie.

Hershey Theatre Announces the 2022-2023 Broadway Season by Matthew Herzog

Kevyn Morrow, Kimberly Marable, Nicholas Barsch, Levi Kreis, and Morgan Siobhan Green in the Hadestown North American Tour. Photo by T. Charles Erickson Hershey Theatre (Hershey, PA) today a…

Broadway Booms: Brilliant Billy Crystal Tonight, Daniel Craig Bows in “Macbeth” Tomorrow, Bob Dylan Musical is Back! by Roger Friedman

It’s a booming week on Broadway. Sunday brought “Funny Girl” and last night “A Strange Loop” made for cutting edge material. Tonight,

Review: ‘POTUS’ aims for fresh satire and mostly succeeds by Brittani Samuel

There are an infinite number of ways a comedy can get its audience to laugh. Selina Fillinger’s Broadway-debut play, “POTUS,” successfully tries its hand at most. Raunchy language? Wel…

Broadway Review: ‘A Strange Loop’ by Matthew Wexler

Michael R. Jackson's 'A Strange Loop' bursts onto Broadway, and there's no looking back. The post Broadway Review: ‘A Strange Loop’ appeared first on The BroadwayBlog.

Celebrate 20 Years of The Lion King on Tour With Casts Past and Present by Talaura Harms

The original and current Mufasas, Simbas, and Nalas talk about the show and life on the road.

‘POTUS’ Broadway review: Amped-up White House farce is too wild by Johnny Oleksinski

The new play is a weird and wired comedy that imagines a White House fiasco.

POTUS: Foul-Mouthed Women on Comedy Rampage by David Finkle

★★★☆☆ Selina Fillinger writes a laugh-getter, Susan Stroman directs, Julie White, Lea DeLaria, Rachel Dratch et al amuse The post POTUS: Foul-Mouthed Women on Comedy Rampage appea…

Photos: Bob Fosse's Dancin' Gets a Revival at San Diego's Old Globe by Logan Culwell-Block

Director Wayne Cilento's new production re-creates Fosse's original, 1978 Tony-winning choreography.

Roundabout Underground's World Premiere of EXCEPTION TO THE RULE Begins Previews Tomorrow

Roundabout Theatre Company will present the Roundabout Underground world premiere of Exception to the Rule by Dave Harris (2022 Outer Critics Circle awards nominee, Tambo & Bones)…

Review Roundup: POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE- Updating Live!

Selina Fillinger's new Broadway comedy POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, directed by five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman, officially opens…

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for the World Premiere of ...WHAT THE END WILL BE at Roundabout

Roundabout Theatre Company will present the world premiere of …what the end will be by Mansa Ra, directed by Margot Bordelon.

Celebrate Opening Night of Funny Girl with Beanie Feldstein and More by Lindsey Sullivan

The first-ever revival of Funny Girl officially opened at the August Wilson Theatre on April 24, and The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal, airing nationwide this coming weekend, has your tick…

Lauren Ambrose Will Star in Reading of David Adjmi Comedy Marie Antoinette by Andrew Gans

Michael Kevin Baldwin will direct the evening at Connecticut's Sharon Playhouse.

Get a First Look at Lilli Cooper, Rachel Dratch, Vanessa Williams, More in POTUS On Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Susan Stroman directs the new play from Broadway debut playwright Selina Fillinger.

Here are the bands playing at this weekend’s returning Meriden Daffodil Festival by Christopher Arnott

The Meriden Daffodil Festival returns after a two-year pandemic hiatus. Among the attractions: dozens of live music acts.

Go Inside A Strange Loop's Opening Night on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

The Pulitzer-winning musical officially opened at the Lyceum Theatre April 26.

Review: In ‘POTUS,’ White House Enablers Gone Wild by Jesse Green

Seven female farceurs bring Selina Fillinger’s new Broadway comedy about the president’s protectors to life.

Meryl Streep, James Earl Jones, Mandy Patinkin, More Featured in PBS' Joe Papp in 5 Acts by Andrew Gans

The American Masters presentation will premiere in June.

Reviews: See What Critics Had to Say About POTUS by Logan Culwell-Block

Vanessa Williams, Rachel Dratch, Lilli Cooper, and more star in the new play directed by Tony winner Susan Stroman.

Bernadette Peters, Santino Fontana, More to Honor Carol Burnett at 2022 Signature Theatre's Stephen Sondheim Award Gala by Logan Culwell-Block

The event will be held at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia, May 16.

‘POTUS’ Broadway Review: Julie White, Rachel Dratch, Julianne Hough & All-Star Cast Corral Chaos In New Political Farce by Greg Evans

Like some strange brew blend of VEEP, Noises Off and one of the late Charles Ludlam’s outrageously vulgar (and still sorely missed) Ridiculous Theatrical Company follies, Selina Fillinger�…

Bernadette Peters & Santino Fontana to Headline Signature's 2022 Sondheim Gala Honoring Carol Burnett

 On May 16, 2022, Virginia’s Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre will honor Carol Burnett with the company’s eleventh Stephen Sondheim Award. Paying tribute to Ms. Burnett with l…

Photos: A STRANGE LOOP Company Hits the Purple Carpet on Opening Night

The Broadway production of A Strange Loop, Michael R. Jackson's Pulitzer-Prize winning musical, opened just last night at the Lyceum Theater (149 W 45th St). A Strange Loop is directed by St…

Photos: First Look at Broadway-Bound BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN'

The Broadway-bound musical Bob Fosse’s Dancin’ has released the first production images of the cast made up of 16 principals, featuring direction by Wayne Cilento.

Becky Gulsvig temporarily joins Broadway’s ‘Come From Away’ by Caitlin Hornik

Becky Gulsvig is temporarily taking over for Rachel Tucker in the Broadway production of “Come From Away.” It was confirmed to Broadway News that Tucker, currently playing Captain Beverl…

Jimmie Allen Heads ‘Down Home’ with Bandit Lites by Debi Moen

Country star Jimmie Allen kicked off his Down Home Tour 2022, his first headlining tour, with a lighting system provided by Bandit Lites. The multi-platinum recording artist and songwriter i…

Netflix's 13 Movie Musical Adaptation Sets August Premiere by Caitlin Moynihan

Netflix's 13: The Musical movie adaptation has set a release date. The movie, based on Jason Robert Brown's Broadway musical 13: The Musical, will air globally on August 12. Featuring a …

Show Talks with Albert Evans: Afterwords, A New Musical by The 5th Avenue Theatre

Albert Evans interviews the award winning composer and lyricist of Afterwords, Zoe Sarnak about the journey of the show and her musical background. See the world premiere of Afterwords at T…

Review: POTUS: Or, Behind This Bad Play Are Eight Women Trying to Keep It Alive — and They Do

Susan Stroman directs a cast of scene-stealers led by Julie White, Vanessa Williams, and Rachel Dratch in a new Broadway farce by Selina Fillinger.

FringeArts presents the fourth annual Blue Heaven Comedy Festival by Melissa Strong

FringeArts celebrates the best and most exciting alternative comedy, including headliner and Blue Heaven and SNL alum Sarah Squirm. Melissa Strong previews.

Broadway Veterans Samantha Williams, Paul Alexander Nolan, More to Star in Goodman Theatre's Life After by Leah Putnam

The Britta Johnson musical makes its Chicago premiere this summer.

Cast Announced for Untitled Zack Zadek-Penned Musical Concert, Directed by Sammi Cannold by Logan Culwell-Block

Discovering Broadway Inc. will host a writers retreat and the culminating concert of the in-development musical.

Photos: First Look at POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE on Broadway

Selina Fillinger's new Broadway comedy POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, directed by five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman, officially opens…

Jason Robert Brown's 13 Sets Release Date; Get a First Look at the Upcoming Netflix Movie Musical by Logan Culwell-Block

The 2008 Broadway musical about middle school teens will stream later this year.

Younger Than Springtime 🌺 by Rodgers & Hammerstein

VIDEO: Original Cast of SPRING AWAKENING Reunites for NYC Premiere of HBO's THOSE YOU'VE KNOWN Doc

There was a Spring Awakening reunion in NYC earlier this week! Stars of the beloved musical gathered for the premiere of HBO's upcoming Spring Awakening: Those You've Known documentary. Dire…

The Weekly Roundup, April 27-May 4 by Kyle V. Hiller

The week features traditions like West Craft Fest and This Is The Week That Is along with intriguing performances from Mural Arts and Philadelphia Ballet, Jody Sperling, and Theatre Exile. K…

Stephen Petronio Company | May 17-22, 2022 by Joycetheater

Stephen Petronio Company offers this season as a call for connection and hope. Initially conceived as a moving meditation filmed during the Covid-19 lockdown, New New Prayer For Now bursts o…

Spot the Difference: Amber Gray Talks Morality and Playing Macbeth’s Banquo by Leah Putnam

The actor takes on the Shakespeare classic after originating Hadestown’s Persephone.

Tickets On Sale For Beth Leavel, Taylor Iman Jones Led Pre-Broadway THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA In Chicago Tomorrow

The Pre-Broadway World Premiere will run for a limited five-week engagement, July 19 - August 21, 2022, at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre. 

Samantha Williams, Paul Alexander Nolan & More to Star in LIFE AFTER at Goodman Theatre

Goodman Theatre announced casting for Life After by rising star writer/lyricist/composer Britta Johnson, directed by Annie Tippe. Leading the cast of nine is Samantha Williams as teena…

Drama Desk Awards Postpone Announcement of 2022 Nominees | Playbill

FOLLOW PLAYBILL NOW. DON'T THROW AWAY YOUR SHOT. Sign up for reopening news, ...

Catch Up with Randy Rainbow, Denée Benton & More on The Broadway Show by Lindsey Sullivan

Awards season is in full swing, and The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal has your front seat! Before The Broadway Show airs nationwide this weekend, we're offering a first look at the episode…

The African American Museum in Philadelphia presents Derrick Adams: Sanctuary by Pamela J. Forsythe

Derrick Adams: Sanctuary, now on view at AAMP, is inspired by the “Green Book” travel guide that helped Black motorists plan their trips in the Jim Crow era. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.

‘Wicked’ announces new Broadway company members by Caitlin Hornik

“Wicked” will welcome a handful of new principal cast members this May. Beginning May 24, three members of the musical’s national tour will join the Broadway company. Talia Suskauer wi…

Katrina Lenk (‘Company’) on the ‘refined poetry’ of ‘Being Alive’ [Exclusive Video Interview] by Sam Eckmann

“It feels like a completely new production,” explains “Company” star Katrina Lenk. The Tony Award-winning actress (“The Band’s Visit”) plays Bobbie in director Marianne Elliott…

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For Jelani Remy Led CABARET at Goodspeed Musicals

Go inside rehearsals as Goodspeed Musicals kicks off its first full season of musicals since 2019 with the spring production of Kander and Ebb's dazzling and daring classic, Cabaret.

Drinking, insults and stunning poetry paint a portrait of two CanLit icons in ‘among men’ by Sue Carter - Special To The Star

Canadian poets take centre stage in David Yee’s play about Milton Acorn and Al Purdy at Factory Theatre and “The Shape of Home: Songs in Search of Al Purdy” from the Festival Players o…

Goodspeed Musicals' Cabaret: In Rehearsal by Goodspeed Musicals

Peek inside the rehearsal room for Goodspeed's CABARET. May 13 - July 3, 2022 Learn More: https://www.goodspeed.org/shows/cabaret Video features Matt Allen, Nicolas de la Vega, Shelby Fin…

Rob Ross Design & 4Wall Light Tesla’s Giga Texas ‘Cyber Rodeo’ Grand Opening Party by Michael Eddy

Earlier this month, 4Wall Entertainment provided Rob Ross Design with a lighting rental package for Tesla’s Giga Texas Cyber Rodeo grand opening event. The event, hosted by Tesla CEO Elon …

Everyone & Mice by NPR

Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka and Emma get overrun by mice, meet a fancy cat and finally untangle the mystery of the Rat King. With guests Dr. Bobby Corrigan, Cameron Jay, and Lynzie Rogers.

Ciara Renée, Lea Michele, Abby Mueller, More Set for Broadway and Vine’s Concert Series by Raven Brunner

The monthly concert series will pair each Broadway performance with wine and culinary experiences.

Watch Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends Rehearse for Upcoming London Concert Celebration by Andrew Gans

Cameron Mackintosh's tribute to the late composer-lyricist will feature Bernadette Peters, Judi Dench, Michael Ball, Clive Rowe, and more.

Anika Larsen and Jose Llana to Co-Host Prospect Theater Company's Spring 2022 Gala by Leah Putnam

The theatre company has announced four recipients for its first annual Muse Awards.

Inside Encores! INTO THE WOODS Rehearsal: "Ever After" by New York City Center

The ensemble of INTO THE WOODS performs the finale of Act One, "Ever After." INTO THE WOODS runs May 4 – 15, 2022 only at New York City Center. Learn more: https://bit.ly/intothewoods22 …

Inside Encores! INTO THE WOODS Rehearsal: "Stay With Me" by New York City Center

Heather Headley (Witch) and Shereen Pimentel (Rapunzel) perform "Stay With Me" in rehearsal for Encores! INTO THE WOODS. INTO THE WOODS runs May 4 – 15, 2022 only at New York City Center.…

Talia Suskauer, James D. Gish, Cleavant Derricks & More to Join Wicked on Broadway by Caitlin Moynihan

It's good to see them, isn't it? A slew of new cast members are set to join Broadway's Wicked on May 24. Talia Suskauer will assume the role of Elphaba along with Tony winner Cleavant D…

Get an Exclusive First Look at Bob Fosse’s Dancin’ at The Old Globe by Lindsey Sullivan

Five, six, seven, eight! The Broadway-bound revival of Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, directed by Tony winner Wayne Cilento, who was featured in the original company, is playing at the the Old Gl…

Conor Ryan & Courtney Reed on Bringing Moulin Rouge! The Musical Across the Country by Lindsey Sullivan

Moulin Rouge! The Musical is heading to a city near you, and it's bound to be spectacular! On the newest episode of The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal, national tour stars Courtney Reed an…

How to make the most out of your 2022–2023 BroadwaySF membership by Broadwaysf

Here's some helpful information on how to make the most out of your BroadwaySF 2022–20203 Season Membership. We’re thrilled you are joining us at the Orpheum and Golden Gate Theatres in …

Photos: A STRANGE LOOP Cast Takes Opening Night Bows

The Broadway production of A Strange Loop, Michael R. Jackson's Pulitzer-Prize winning musical, opened just last night at the Lyceum Theater (149 W 45th St). A Strange Loop is directed by St…

Watch Heather Headley Perform "Stay With Me" in Rehearsal for Encores! Into the Woods

Headley plays the witch opposite Shereen Pimentel's Rapunzel.

Laura Benanti, Mx Justin Vivian Bond & More to Join Rufus Wainwright for City Winery Shows

Today, Wainwright and his band announced that the performances will feature special guests including Laura Benanti (June 5), Mx Justin Vivian Bond (June 8), and Molly Ringwald (June 10…

U.K. EXAM BOARD ADDS NEW PLAYS BY WRITERS OF COLOUR TO DRAMA GCSE AND A-LEVEL by Robert Shuman

(Sally Weale’s article appeared in the UK Guardian, 4/27; The Empress by Tanika Gupta is one of four new plays added to AQA’s GCSE drama curriculum. Photograph: Tristram Kenton/The Guar…

Becky Gulsvig Returns to Broadway's Come From Away for Limited Engagement by Raven Brunner

Rachel Tucker will be stepping away from the role of Beverley to film BBC's Hope Street season 2.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Starring Michael Ball, Hannah Waddingham, Judi Dench & More

Cameron Mackintosh has invited Stephen Sondheim’s old friends to join him in celebrating his extraordinary talents and legacy at the Sondheim Theatre which was recently gloriously rebuil…

American Masters: Joe Papp in Five Acts to Air on PBS

The documentary will air ahead of the 60th Anniversary of the Public Theater's free Shakespeare in the Park at the Delacorte Theater.

Joe Papp in Five Acts documentary by Skinnerj

Joe Papp in Five Acts Pulls Back the Curtain on the Career, Social Vision and Impact of The Public Theater’s Joe Papp. Ahead of the 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in The Park …

Lea Michele to Headline Broadway and Vine's 2022 Concert Series Featuring Jelani Remy, Ciara Renée & More

Broadway and Vine, intersecting the best of Broadway with the best of Wine Country will open its second season with Lea Michele (GLEE, Spring Awakening).  The Golden Globe and Emmy Award …

Which Other Spring Awakening Role Would Original Stars Jonathan Groff, Lea Michele, John Gallagher Jr. Like to Play? by Raven Brunner

Emotions were high at the Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known premiere but that didn’t keep anybody from rocking out.

See Who's Performing in Clubbed Thumb's 25th Summerworks Festival by Leah Putnam

Trish Harnetiaux, Gab Reisman, and Angela Hanks will present three new plays.

See Jonathan Groff, Lea Michele, John Gallagher Jr., More at the Spring Awakening: Those You've Known Premiere by Raven Brunner

The documentary premiere was followed by a performance of songs from the Tony Award-winning musical sung by original cast members.

FIRST LOOK: Maggie May rehearsals at Leeds Playhouse by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Exclusive new images show the love, hope and laughter of the Maggie May rehearsal room at Leeds Playhouse. Book Maggie May tour tickets now. This post FIRST LOOK: Maggie May …

John Pizzarelli: Songs of Stage and Screen, at the Carlyle by Steven Suskin

The jazz great and his guitar make a most welcome return to New York's most celebrated nightclub The post John Pizzarelli: Songs of Stage and Screen, at the Carlyle appeared first on New Y…

Disney On Ice presents INTO THE MAGIC by Aussie Theatre

It’s the news families and Disney fans across the country have been wishing on a star for – the return

Opera / Theater Review: FIDELIO (LA Phil, Deaf West Theatre, and LA Master Chorale) by James Julien

FAIR FIDELIO Fidelio is the sole opera written by Ludwig Van Beethoven. Inspired by an apocryphal story from the French revolution, it concerns Leonore, whose husband Florestan has been secr…

Up on the Marquee: THE PIANO LESSON

The highly anticipated Broadway revival of August Wilson’s seminal, Pulitzer Prize®-winning drama The Piano Lesson, and the first in more than 30 years since the play’s Main Stem prem…

Becky Gulsvig Will Temporarily Replace Rachel Tucker as Captain Beverley Bass in COME FROM AWAY

Rachel Tucker, who is currently starring as Captain Beverley Bass in Come From Away on Broadway, will leave the production for two months to star in Season 2 of the TV show Hope Street. 

Michael R. Jackson to Perform From A STRANGE LOOP at the GLAAD Media Awards

Michael R. Jackson will appear in a special performance from his Pulitzer Prize-winning musical “A Strange Loop' during the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards. The awards will also feature Ar…

Take a Look at New Production Photos of Macbeth Starring Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga by Leah Putnam, Michael Wiltbank

The Broadway production officially opens at the Longacre Theatre April 28.

Gary Trainor and Comedian Charlie Baker to Lead Satirical Tony [The Tony Blair Rock Opera] World Premiere at London's Park Theatre by Leah Putnam

The cast has been announced for the new work about Labour leader Tony Blair from Harry Hill and Steve Brown.

Queenie Van De Zandt in BLUE: THE SONGS OF JONI MITCHELL touring nationally by Aussie Theatre

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Joni Mitchell’s landmark album BLUE, renowned cabaret chanteuse Queenie van de Zandt, brings the

Dancing in Pepperland: An interview with Nicole Sabella by Debra Danese

Dancer Nicole Sabella is returning to Philly this month with Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG), celebrating the Beatles’ album Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band with Morris’ Pepperl…

André De Shields, Ali Ewoldt & More to Take Part in Prospect Theater Company's Spring Gala

Prospect Theater Company announced today that its annual Spring Gala will feature performances and special appearances by Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winner André De Shields; Ali Ewold…

Here's a First Look at Daniel Craig & Ruth Negga in Macbeth by Lindsey Sullivan

Macbeth, starring Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga, officially opens at the Longacre Theatre on April 28, and now there's a first look at the production. A tale of malice, matrimony and murder, W…

Drama Desk Awards Postpones Nominations Announcement by Caitlin Moynihan

Nominations for the 66th Annual Drama Desk Awards have been postponed. Nominees for the awards that honor productions on Broadway, off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway will now be announced on…

Theater review: Staged in homes, Out of Hand’s “CALF” doesn’t fully hit home by Jim Farmer

When we first meet Eli “The Bull” Willis, the central figure in Out... The post Theater review: Staged in homes, Out of Hand’s “CALF” doesn’t fully hit home appeared first on AR…

‘Hangmen’ reviews: ‘Whirlwind’ dark comedy from Martin McDonagh boasts killer performances by David Buchanan

Two years after its premature pandemic closure, Martin McDonagh’s play “Hangmen” has slipped the proverbial noose and returned to Broadway in a plot twist you might think McDonagh wrot…

Mother’s Day Concert with Patti Newton & John Foreman – Melbourne by Aussie Theatre

Aussie Theatre has  5 x A Reserve double passes to giveaway to Mother’s Day Concert with Patti Newton & John

Hatching (Dir. Hanna Bergholm): Film review by Jeremy Kibler

A satire of suburban ennui melded with a girlhood drama has never morphed more seamlessly into a body-horror monster movie. The post Hatching (Dir. Hanna Bergholm): Film review appeared firs…

My Fair Lady | West End Rehearsals by Official London Theatre

Take a sneak peek into the rehearsal rooms of the first major West End revival of Lerner & Loewe’s much-loved musical for 21 years. Grab your My Fair Lady tickets here: https://officiallo…

Photos: Netflix Debuts First Look at 13: THE MUSICAL Film Adaption

Directed by Tamra Davis, and based on the hugely popular musical 13, which debuted on Broadway in 2008, 13: THE MUSICAL is a coming-of-age journey through the unforgettable ups and downs of …

Talia Suskauer, Cleavant Derricks, James D. Gish, More Will Fly Into Broadway's Wicked by Andrew Gans

The international hit musical continues at the Gershwin Theatre.

Athlete Ricky Rubio to Receive the 2022 Marin Mazzie Award for Empowerment by Margaret Hall

The award recognizes public figures who utilize their platform to advocate for and uplift those that are living with cancer.

Singin' In The Rain To Play Toronto by Margaret Hall

Jonathan Church's adaptation of the 1952 film has previously played the West End and Japan.

Sara Gettelfinger to Lead Ogunquit Playhouse's The Cher Show; See the Full Cast by Logan Culwell-Block

The Cher jukebox bio musical will play the Maine theatre with Bob Mackie's Tony-winning Broadway costume design.

Darlo brings fully accessible theatre to NSW with BENCHED by Aussie Theatre

Darlinghurst Theatre Company is proud to present the NSW premiere of Benched, written by and starring actor and award-winning playwright

Talia Suskauer, Cleavant Derricks, James D. Gish, and More Will Join the Broadway Cast of WICKED This Summer

Beginning Tuesday, May 24, Talia Suskauer will assume the role of Elphaba; Tony Award winner Cleavant Derricks will take over the role of The Wizard; James D. Gish will become the production…

The Little Prince to End Broadway Run

The stage adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's beloved novella will play its last performance on May 8.

A Strange Loop Celebrates a Triumphant Opening Night on Broadway

Michael R. Jackson and the cast of his Pulitzer Prize-winning musical enjoy an emotional curtain call at the Lyceum Theatre.

Sara Gettelfinger, Charissa Hogeland, and Madeline Hudelson, Will Lead Regional Premiere of THE CHER SHOW in Maine

The Cher Show will feature Sara Gettelfinger (Ogunquit Playhouse's The Witches of Eastwick, Broadway's Dirty Rotten Scoundrels) as Star, Charissa Hogeland (“Jesus Christ Superstar: Live in…

Jagged Little Pill | Preview by Broadwaysf

JAGGED LITTLE PILL is coming to the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco from October 11–November 6, 2022, as part of the BroadwaySF 2022–2023 Season. The 2022–2023 Season includes se…

Photos: Get a First Look at Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga in MACBETH

New production photos are now available for Tony Award winner Sam Gold's MACBETH on Broadway, starring Daniel Craig in his return to Broadway as Macbeth and Ruth Negga's Broadway debut…

VIDEO: Watch Neil Patrick Harris, Sara Bareilles & More in Rehearsals for INTO THE WOODS

Rehearsals are underway for New York City Center Encores! production of Into the Woods. Directed by Encores! Artistic Director Lear deBessonet with music direction by Encores! Music Director…

Drama Desk Awards Postpone Announcement of 2022 Nominees by Logan Culwell-Block

The awards honor Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway productions.

Olivier-Winning Constellations West End Revival Sets Streaming Revival by Leah Putnam

Four different casts are featured in Michael Longhurst's production.

Wilson Cruz Will Be Honored at 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York by Andrew Gans

The ceremony will also feature Pulitzer Prize-winning A Strange Loop creator Michael R. Jackson.

Go Inside Opening Night at Lincoln Center Theater's The Skin of Our Teeth by Michael Wiltbank

Obie winner Lileana Blain-Cruz makes her Broadway directorial debut helming the Thornton Wilder revival

Drama Desk Awards Postpone Nominations Until May 16

The 66th Annual Drama Desk Awards has announced that the nominations for this year’s awards will now take place on Monday, May 16, two weeks later than previously announced.

‘The story of the pioneering Jamaican nurse seems to get lost’: MARYS SEACOLE – Donmar Warehouse ★★ by Emma Clarendon

What I was expecting from Jackie Sibblies Drury’s play highlighting the story of pioneering Jamaican nurse Mary Seacole was a straightforward biopic with her story being recounted maybe fr…

Sara Gettelfinger, Angie Schworer, and More Join The Cher Show at Ogunquit Playhouse

The Broadway biomusical will make its regional premiere in Maine.

Talia Suskauer, Cleavant Derricks, Clifton Davis to Join Wicked on Broadway

Meet the new citizens of Oz!

Strand and Zero 88 Add Vision.Net, Color Kinetics KiNet, and Philips Hue Support in ZerOS Consoles by Michael Eddy

Signify entertainment lighting brands Strand and Zero 88 today announced that they are previewing a new version of the popular ZerOS console software at Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt. The up…

Alan Partridge: Stratagem review – two hours of tremendous silliness by Brian Logan

Edinburgh PlayhouseIn a joyful return to the stage, Steve Coogan’s deathless alter ego delivers a motivational lecture he keeps on derailing The last time Alan Partridge graced the nation�…

Brilliance by Sandi Durell

By Marcina Zaccaria . . . In the delicate art of musical theater development, Brilliance comes a long way in sharing the joys and sorrows of the fame game. With Book, Music & Lyrics by L…

My Neighbor Totoro Stage Adaptation Set For London's West End With Music by Joe Hisaishi by Raven Brunner

Based on the Studio Ghibli fantasy movie, the Royal Shakespeare Company production will run at The Barbican theatre for a 15-week engagement.

Female writers, directors take the spotlight at SATE's 6th Aphra Behn Festival by Calvin Wilson | Post-Dispatch Theater Critic

SATE's annual showcase for female writers and directors is named for trailblazing 17th-century English playwright.

Terrence J. Smith, Tiffany Elle Burgess, Aba Arthur Join Color Purple Movie Musical Cast by Logan Culwell-Block

They join a cast led by Broadway alums Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks.

ab [intra] Sydney Season by Aussie Theatre

Sydney Dance Company has returned to Australia from a critically acclaimed sell-out French tour, which included a 2-week residency at

for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf - Playbill

Join the circle as seven women share their stories and find strength in each other's humor and passion through a fusion of poetry, dance, music, ...

Off-Broadway Premiere of Charles Gluck's Our Brother's Son Begins April 24 | Playbill

David Alpert directs the limited engagement at the Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre.

Today in History: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 - Programming Insider

Today in History: Wednesday, April 27, 2022. by Marc Berman April 27, 2022, 2:01 am. © by https://playbill.com/.

[Broadway Grosses w/e 4/24/2022] Keep On Keepin’ On! by Ken Davenport

In what was supposed to be the final week of... The post [Broadway Grosses w/e 4/24/2022] Keep On Keepin’ On! first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Making Dance Out of Survival Skills and Reckoning With Grief by Gia Kourlas

Live audiences return for a new platform at Danspace Project featuring Mayfield Brooks, Rashaun Mitchell + Silas Riener, Iele Paloumpis and Ogemdi Ude.

Habibti Driver review – culture-clash comedy never revs up by Mark Fisher

Octagon theatre, BoltonShamia Chalabi and Sarah Henley’s ‘East meets Wigan’ drama is at its best on the subject of cars and women’s independence You would expect the most interesting…

Keli review – music, mining and a maelstrom of emotions in brass band drama by Arifa Akbar

Available onlineWorking-class history and a young woman’s story combine in this audio drama from the Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh Keli is a three-part audio drama about brass band contests and …

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 by Susan Grace

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Community Engagement through Art and Programs With Pirronne Yousefzadeh & Lia Fakhouri by Nabra Nelson, Marina J. Bergenstock, Pirronne Yousefzadeh , Lia Fakhouri

By Nabra Nelson, Marina J. Bergenstock, Pirronne Yousefzadeh , Lia Fakhouri. Community engagement is more than a post-show talk or touring production.

Mary Thurman: Started on a Beach; Ended in a Swamp by Trav S.D.

There is no reason to suspect that, had she lived until the age of sound, Mary Thurman (Mary Christiansen, 1895-1925) wouldn’t have continued to have been at the very least a well-known su…

20@20 Off Broadway by Sandi Durell

The Off Broadway Alliance will again sponsor 20at20, the bi-annual celebration of Off Broadway. The popular promotion, which begins May 9th and continues through May 29th, makes $20 tickets …

Broadway grosses dip slightly despite increased attendance by Caitlin Hornik

Broadway grosses dipped slightly despite fuller attendance last week. For the week ending April 24, there were 35 shows running on Broadway. While the total gross across all productions decr…

Review: ‘A Strange Loop’ Gracefully Explores Issues of Queer, Black Identity by David Cote

At Lyceum Theatre, a production of 'A Strange Loop' pulls audiences in as it tackles coming into your own as a Black gay man.

‘The Lion King’ celebrates 20 years on the road by Caitlin Hornik

The North American tour of “The Lion King” is celebrating its 20th anniversary in Wichita, Kansas. The production kicks off a two-week return engagement at The Century II Concert Hall to…

New York Pops 2022-2023 Season by Sandi Durell

 The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, announced its 2022-2023 season of performances in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. This season…

Break a Leg but Never Whistle: How Stage Superstitions Live On by Alexis Soloski

The return of the Scottish play (that’s “Macbeth” to the rest of you) is a reminder of the idiosyncratic rituals and routines that bring actors comfort.

My Fair Lady | 2022 West End Rehearsals by Official London Theatre

My Fair Lady tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lad…

ArKaos Launches New VS1 Media Server at Prolight + Sound 2022 by Michael Eddy

ArKaos – real-time live visual technology innovator – launched its new VS1 media server at the Prolight + Sound expo in Frankfurt Germany. The slickly designed, portable, and powerful VS…

‘Funny Girl’ reviews: Critics went ‘mild’ not wild over the musical’s long-awaited return to Broadway by David Buchanan

For all those people who have been dying to hear the music that makes me you dance once again on a Broadway stage, “Funny Girl” has finally returned after a 58-year absence. Beanie Felds…

Maureen Taylor – Cosmic Connections Lyrics of Michael Colby by Sandi Durell

By Andrew Poretz . . . Maureen Taylor is a classically trained performer who has successfully moved from the world of opera to that of cabaret, where she adapted a more intimate singing styl…

Lawrence Leritz Will Direct All New Edition Of BOOBS! The Musical in Vancouver by Stephi Wild For Broadwayworld.com

Direction and choreography by Broadway stalwart and original Boobs! producer/choreographer Lawrence Leritz, world-class musical direction and set design, Boobs! The Musical: The Saucy World …

Forgetting to Ask for Directions: A Review of Quamino’s Map at Chicago Opera Theater by Dennis Polkow

This one-act opera highlights a remarkable and largely-forgotten chapter of history: Blacks fighting in the Revolutionary War in exchange for their freedom.

Dance Top 5: May 2022 by Sharon Hoyer

May dance and performance highlights

The Subtext: In the Middle With Heather Raffo by American Theatre Editors

For this special reported episode, Brian goes deep on the actor-writer and her very personal new play, 'Tomorrow Will Be Sunday.'

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 by Matt Tamanini

“A Strange Loop” Reviews, “Wicked” to Be Two Movies, BREAKING “Little Prince” News, Encores’ “Into the woods” Rehearsal Highlights “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monda…

Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ Gets Stage Adaptation by Royal Shakespeare Company by Naman Ramachandran

Executive producer and composer Joe Hisaishi and the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) are readying a stage adaptation of Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved 1988 Studio Ghibli film “My Neighbor Toto…

Terrence J. Smith, Tiffany Elle Burgess, and Aba Arthur Join THE COLOR PURPLE Film

Three new faces have been added to the cast of the upcoming film adaptation of The Color Purple. Terrence J. Smith will take on the role of 'Adam', Tiffany Elle Burgess will play 'Olivia', a…

Wake Up With BWW 4/27: WICKED Movie Will Be in Two Parts, A STRANGE LOOP Reviews, and More!

Today's top stories: the Wicked movie will be split into two parts, read reviews for A Strange Loop, Outer Critics Circle Award nominations, and more!

Mills College theater students say goodbye to single-sex school with play about 1990 strike by Lily Janiak

Students created "Womyn" from interviews they conducted with participants in the successful protest against the administration's decision to go coed.

‘Has some interesting things to say about some of life’s struggles in an unfair society’: SAD – Omnibus Theatre ★★★ by Rev Stan

Gloria has taken refuge in her attic, distracting herself from the dark winter months and grief by playing punk and dictating entries for her memoir into her laptop.

World premiere puts a different spin on ‘Hamlet’ by Alan Smason

By ANNE SIEGEL MILWAUKEE, WI – Although it’s not “official,” playwright Bill Cain and Milwaukee’s Next Act Theatre seem to be having a love affair or, at least, a mutual admiration…

Rep Stage looks at ‘Glass Menagerie’ through a mixed-race lens by John Stoltenberg

Director Joseph Ritsch and Dramaturg Khalid Long on how race, queerness, gender, and ability intersect in Tennessee Williams's classic.

On the Couch with Ripley Kavara

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New Connecticut museum shines a light on the beauty, the struggles and the history of the Sikh community by Susan Dunne

A gallery in Norwich dedicated to Sikh art is having its ribbon cutting on April 29, as part of a townwide celebration of the Sikh community.

‘The Future Is Latinx’ photo show at Hartford’s Park Street library branch by Christopher Arnott

A photography exhibit, "The Future is Latinx," is at Park Street Library @ the Lyric through May 31. Work by two photographers is on view, Adrian Martinez Chavez and Rafael Concepcion.

Troup Bingo of Circus Vazquez hails from Ukraine — one woman walked (and took trains and a taxi) to Poland in order to perform by Lauren Warnecke

Troup Bingo’s mantra is to leave the worries of the war outside the circus tent, focusing first on what is often a very dangerous job.

My Neighbour Totoro on stage | World Premiere this Autumn by Official London Theatre

The RSC have announced a brand new stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli classic My Neighbour Totoro for the stage, coming to the Barbican this Autumn. Find out more here: https://officiallond…

The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny

The post The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

The RSC announces My Neighbour Totoro stage production to open in Autumn by Kitty Underwood

Japanese creative powerhouse Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro is going to be live on stage at London’s Barbican this autumn! The post The RSC announces My Neighbour Totoro stage produ…

Broadway's 'POTUS': Should these women save the president? by Jeff Lunden

Seven comic actresses star in a new play by a 28-year-old up-and-coming playwright.

Sarah Silverman’s on Her Family Show About Divorce and Depression by Melena Ryzik

“Everything’s couched with hard jokes, but it’s also vulnerable,” the comic said of “The Bedwetter,” her new musical comedy.

People Fund People Not Organizations, So Maybe Do That Even More? by Joe Patti

Last month Marginal Revolution blog posted an excerpt of a piece by Adam Mastroianni about how grant funding is broken.  I immediately hopped over to see what he had to say. While his post …

To Diversify, the National Portrait Gallery is Adding Performances by Laura Van Straaten

The National Portrait Gallery is embracing live performance to highlight American stories missing from its halls.

Sneak Peek at Rehearsals of Into the Woods Heather Headley, Neil Patrick Harris, Sara Bareilles

Playbill also spoke with some of the cast's stars, including Neil Patrick Harris, Sara Bareilles, Julia Lester, Gavin Creel, Heather Headley, ...

How I Learned to Drive by Jk Clarke

By JK Clarke . . .  Twenty five years ago (1997) Paula Vogel’s critically acclaimed and Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive took on the very complicated subject of intra-family …

‘A Strange Loop’ is Broadway’s best new musical by Peter Marks

Michael R. Jackson’s dazzlingly one-of-a-kind Pulitzer winner features the smashing debut of Jaquel Spivey.

Exam board adds new plays by writers of colour to drama GCSE and A-Level by Sally Weale Education Correspondent

The Empress by Tanika Gupta among new additions in attempt to diversify AQA’s offering for drama students in England Drama students will have the opportunity to study a more diverse curric…

ShentonSTAGE Daily for WEDNESDAY APRIL 27 by Mark Shenton

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Peta & The Wolf – a tap dancing adventure

The post Peta & The Wolf – a tap dancing adventure appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

A Hundred Words for Snow

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Photos: Lesley Nicol Opens HOW THE HELL DID I GET HERE? At The McKittrick Hotel

The McKittrick Hotel, home of Sleep No More, welcomes the New York premiere of How the Hell Did I Get Here?, starring “Downton Abbey’s” Mrs. Patmore, Lesley Nicol. Playing a strictly…

RSC to stage adaptation of animated fantasy film My Neighbour Totoro by Harriet Sherwood Arts and Culture Correspondent

Royal Shakespeare Company’s version of celebrated Studio Ghibli movie will be first opening ‘of this scale’ in nearly 40 years The Royal Shakespeare Company is to stage an adaptation o…

May 25, 2022: Linda Kahn @ Laurie Beechman by David Sabella

LINDA KAHN “SAY YES!” The Laurie Beechman Theatre Wednesday, May 25, 2022, 7pm DIRECTOR, CHRISTOPHER DENNY BASS, JAY LEONHART www.westbankcafe.com/laurie-beechman-theatre Linda Kahn retu…

PODCAST: Stages of Our City, Episode 10, Katie Buenneke and Joseph Klink by Steven Morris

The post PODCAST: Stages of Our City, Episode 10, Katie Buenneke and Joseph Klink appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

Selina Fillinger's POTUS Opens on Broadway April 27 by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Vanessa Williams, Rachel Dratch, Lilli Cooper, and more star in the new play directed by Tony winner Susan Stroman.

Reading of Murder in Studio One, Starring Today Show's Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, Presented April 27 by Leah Putnam

Audible Theater is donating proceeds to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.

Billy Crystal Is Mr. Saturday Night, Opening on Broadway April 27 by Talaura Harms

The musical adaptation, with a score by Jason Robert Brown and Amanda Green, also stars Randy Graff, David Paymer, Chasten Harmon, and Shoshana Bean.

The First Cabaret Theater in the Slavic World: An Interview with Lafayette by Nemanja Stanojevic

Belgrade and Serbia have a three-century-long history of theatre. Along with the development of theatrical forms in Western Europe, the theater was growing in, then small, Kingdom of Serbia.…