Flying Fruit Fly Circus return with brand new feminist show by Aussie Theatre

An all-female cast of young acrobats combined with visuals of political cartoons by renowned cartoonist and feminist Judy Horacek come

Interview: Building a Live and Virtual Orchard, With Mikhail Baryshnikov and Jessica Hecht

Hecht and Baryshnikov star in an in-person and streaming Chekhov production off-Broadway.

'Freedom Suits Memorial' statue takes its place at St. Louis Civil Courts building by Valerie Schremp Hahn St. Louis Post-Dispatch

The statue, which will be formally dedicated at 5 p.m. Monday, honors enslaved people who sought their freedom through the courts.

Yes! Reflections of Molly Bloom: James Joyce’s Complicated Heroine Takes a Bow by Elysa Gardner

★★★★☆ Actress Aedín Moloney and author Colum McCann's adaptation of "Ulysses"'s final chapter returns to the stage The post Yes! Reflections of Molly Bloom: James Joyce’s Compli…

Freedom Uncut by Catey Sullivan

Watching the 80s through the lenses of its superstars is its own glossy and compelling reward, but Freedom also depicts the carnage of the decade. The post Freedom Uncut appeared first on Ch…

Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch Set September Exit from Broadway's Funny Girl by Margaret Hall

The Fanny Brice biomusical revival continues its run at the August Wilson Theatre.

Beanie Feldstein, Jane Lynch to Depart Broadway’s ‘Funny Girl’ in September by Wilson Chapman

Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch will depart the current Broadway revival of “Funny Girl” this fall, the production announced Wednesday. The news was announced by the production, which co…

Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch to Exit Funny Girl September 25 by Margaret Hall

Tony nominees Ramin Karimloo and Jared Grimes are set to remain with the production.

Broadway Advocacy Coalition to hold virtual event on June 20 by Caitlin Hornik

Broadway Advocacy Coalition will hold its second fundraiser, Broadway VS, on June 20, coinciding with the observance of Juneteenth. The fundraiser will be live streamed from New World Stages…

2022 Tony Awards | THEATER: All the Moving Parts by CUNY TV

In this new episode of “THEATER: All the Moving Parts,” on CUNY TV, host Patrick Pacheco has a post-Tony Awards chat about the state of Broadway with: critics Helen Shaw of “New York M…

In ‘Downtown Stories,’ Theater That Uses New York as Its Stage by Rachel Sherman

Three productions — two fictional walking tours and one “docu-theater” play — weave New York City’s landmarks into interactive theatrical storytelling.

Brontez Purnell Brings His Disparate Parts Back to the Dance Stage by Juan A. Ramírez

“Dance is basically language, like another form of writing,” said Purnell, the author of “100 Boyfriends.” He is bringing a new solo piece to Performance Space New York.

Beanie Feldstein & Jane Lynch To Depart FUNNY GIRL This Fall

It was announced today that Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch will depart Funny Girl on September 25th.

92 High School Students Announced as Nominees for the 2022 Jimmy Awards

The Jimmy Awards have just announced this year’s 92 nominees, coming from 46 high school musical theatre awards competitions across the U.S. The show will feature dynamic ensemble and sol…

Take a Look Back at Emma Thompson's Musical History & Meet the Cast of MATILDA

The new film adaption of Matilda features a completely transformed Emma Thompson in the role of the evil headmistress, Miss Trunchbull. Check out Thompson's musical theatre history, which in…

Shauneille Perry Ryder, Pioneering Theater Director, Dies at 92 by Richard Sandomir

As a Black woman, she blazed a path Off Broadway with an intuitive grasp of “how a story should be told, particularly a Black story,” Giancarlo Esposito said.

Beanie Feldstein & Jane Lynch to Depart Funny Girl by Paul Art Smith For Broadway Direct

You only have 14 more weeks to catch this revival’s original stars! Golden Globe nominee Beanie Feldstein and Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch will play their final performances in Funny Girl�…

Beanie Feldstein & Jane Lynch To Depart Broadway’s ‘Funny Girl’ In September by Greg Evans

Funny Girl stars Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch will depart the productionl on September 25, producers announced today. In a tweet, the show addressed the return of Feldstein following a w…

ART, BYE BYE BIRDIE & More - Check Out This Week's Top Stage Mags

Each week, we'll be highlighting the top virtual show programs from BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag! Want to create a Stage Mag for you own show? To get started on your own program, visit https:…

See a Host of Broadway Favorites at the Cadillac Corner of The 75th Annual Tony Awards Silver Carpet by Logan Culwell-Block

Sutton Foster, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, and more stopped by Tony Awards automotive sponsor Cadillac for a special photo op.

People You Should Know . . . Nazlah Black by Zack Calhoon

Nazlah Black (they/them) is a physical theatre artist and intimacy professional whose most recent directing and devising credits include #Beavers (The Anthropologists, NYC) and Olive Struts …

People You Should Know . . . Samantha Elisofon by Zack Calhoon

Samantha Elisofon co-starred in the award-winning film, "Keep the Change," a romantic comedy that earned her a nomination for best actress at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival, where the movie…

People You Should Know . . . Summer Minerva by Zack Calhoon

Summer Minerva is a multilingual author, performer, and educator. They are most known for their work bringing awareness to the femminielli from southern Italy. Their upcoming book, Italian T…

Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch to Depart Broadway Funny Girl Revival

The pair will end their runs this fall.

VIDEO: Watch Joaquina Kalukango Make First Entrance Since Tony Win

On Sunday night, promptly after giving a dazzling performance onstage at Radio City Music Hall, Joaquina Kalukango took home the 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Lead…

Reliving Our BroadwayCon Panels of the Past by Broadwaycon

When you attend BroadwayCon, you get to hear directly from the people who make Broadway magic. We loved hearing from Moulin Rouge, Six the Musical, Hadestown, Donna McKechnie, and Jagged Lit…

Odds & Ends: Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear to Perform Songs from The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical at the Kennedy Center by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical Gets Kennedy Center Concert Grammy-winning duo Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear have announced a one-…

Broadway's Wicked Brings Back Live, In-Person Lottery for Summer 2022 by Andrew Gans

The international hit musical continues at the Gershwin Theatre.

Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear Set to Present The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical Concert at The Kennedy Center by Raven Brunner

The Grammy Award-winning duo will be accompanied by The National Symphony Orchestra and other special guests.

World Premiere of Unmarried Man to Play The Pit by Logan Culwell-Block

The quirky send-up of reality dating shows features an all-female and Non-binary–identifying creative team and crew.

17 Showstopping Looks From the 75th Annual Tony Awards by Leah Putnam

Broadway favorites brought the drama from the stage to the red carpet for the biggest celebration of the year.

The Weekly Roundup, June 15-22 by Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller rounds up Juneteenth events in Philadelphia, featuring offerings from Sistahs Laying Down Hands, Uhuru, the MoAR, AAMP, and many more.

‘The Devil Wears Prada’ announces cast for pre-Broadway run by Caitlin Hornik

The musical adaptation of the 2003 novel and 2006 film “The Devil Wears Prada” has announced the full cast for its pre-Broadway premiere in Chicago. Joining the previously announced Beth…

Theatre Review: ‘Mary-Kate Olsen is in Love’ at the Strand Theater Company by Emily Hofstaedter

Before I entered the theater, I could hear the unmistakable opening of MGMT’s “Electric Feel” as part of the pre-show music and knew for certain that I was this show’s target audienc…

Josh Andrés Rivera Joins WEST SIDE STORY Co-Star Rachel Zegler in HUNGER GAMES Prequel Film

Rivera will join his West Side Story co-star Rachel Zegler in the new film, based on Suzanne Collins' #1 New York Times bestseller. Zegler will star as the female lead in the film opposite T…

Bugs and Daffy Will Take Broadway Bows in Animated Film Bye Bye Bunny: A Looney Tunes Musical by Talaura Harms

Tony- and Pulitzer-winning composer Tom Kitt has signed on to the new feature from Warner Bros. Animation.

André De Shields, Christiane Noll, Maulik Pancholy, More to Help Come From Away Celebrate Breaking 105-Year-Old Record by Andrew Gans

The Tony-nominated musical plays a milestone performance June 15 at Broadway's Plymouth Theatre.

Watch: Cast and Creatives Share What to Expect From Broadway’s The Kite Runner by Roberto Araujo

The adaptation of the bestselling novel by Khaled Hosseini is set to begin previews July 6.

Charlotte d'Amboise and Bianca Marroquín to Host 2022 Chita Rivera Awards by Andrew Gans

Presenters will include Tony winners Rivera, Ben Vereen, Wayne Cilento, and more.

FIRST LOOK – The Southbury Child at The Bridge Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Production images have been released for the World Premiere of Stephen Beresford's The Southbury Child. Book The Southbury Child tickets now. This post FIRST LOOK – The Sou…

For ‘1776,’ the casting of Founding Fathers is kind of revolutionary by Peter Marks

History marches energetically onto Boston stages with a reimagining of the 1969 musical and a second play, ‘Common Ground Revisited,’ that examines the city’s past racial strife.

Review: In ‘Queen,’ the Numbers Don’t Always Add Up by Naveen Kumar

Two ambitious scientists are concerned with honey bees in this heady and data-heavy new play, a production of the National Asian American Theater Company.

THE SCOTTISH PLAY by Ron Fassler

On this day twenty-two years ago, a new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth opened at the Music Box Theatre. Directed by former director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Terry Hands, it w…

See Tony Winner Joaquina Kalukango's Standing Ovation For Her First Post-Tonys Paradise Square Entrance by Raven Brunner

Starring as Nelly Freeman, Kalukango won Best Leading Actress in a Musical at the 75th Annual Tony Awards June 12.=

Francesca Dominguez’s “Galvanizing Steel” is Capable by Thomas Ford

"...one dancer’s hands on the foreheads of the other two, leading the paths of their movement; a dancer leaning on another who was kneeling on the floor, using them as an anchor, stability…

Learn All About Karate Kid - The Musical From Stars Jovanni Sy, John Cardoza, Kate Baldwin & More by Caitlin Moynihan

It's been over 35 years since audiences first met Mr. Miyagi, Daniel LaRusso and more at the Cobra Kai Dojo in the 1984 movie The Karate Kid. The film was the fourth highest-grossing fi…

A staged concert of the award-winning ‘GRINDR The Opera’ coming to NYC’s The Green Room 42 for Pride month by Deb Miller

After winning London’s Off West End Award for Best New Musical in 2019, the highly anticipated pandemic-delayed staged concert version of GRINDR The Opera is coming to NYC for two nights t…

Hartford Symphony announces Gershwin, Rachmaninoff and breakdancing for 2022-23 Masterwork season by Christopher Arnott

Hartford Symphony Orchestra's 2022-23 season will feature Gershwin, Copland, Debussy, Ravel, Tchaikovsky and of course Beethoven, but also several great Black American composers, new works a…

Drama Desk 66 Awards Presented at Sardi’s by Sandi Durell

By Sandi Durell . . . On June 14, the Drama Desk Awards were hosted by Renee Elise Goldsberry at Sardi’s and a who’s who of presenters (Charles Busch, Kerry Butler, Liz Callaway, Lileana…

Review: Exploring Plato and Online Dating, Gibney Dancers Give Their All by Siobhan Burke

Gibney Company presents “Up Close, a program of boundary-teasing works by three choreographers.

THE KYIV CITY BALLET TO TOUR THE US IN AN AMERICAN PREMIERE…SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER 2022 by Robert Shuman

  (via Scott Klein, Ken Sherman & Associates; Photos: Kyiv City Ballet.)   www.KCBTheater.com The Kyiv City Ballet (www.kcbtheater.com), under the artistic direction of Ivan Kozlov, …

“Hadestown” Rips Apart Industrial Capitalism with Love—at BroadwaySF by Jordan Freed

Millennial Notes Anaïs Mitchell Touches Our Hearts, Updates Musical Myths by Jordan Freed A penetrating trombone rips into a brassy solo and Hermes (seductive Levi Kreis), our divine narrat…

Available Light Phoenix, The Western Expansion Continues by Michael Eddy

Available Light (AvLt) announces that its new Phoenix studio continues its western expansion beyond Los Angeles, first announced in April 2022. Available Light is an internationally recogni…

Iconic LGBTQ Moments in Theatre You Should Know Takes a Look at Tony-Winning Queer ...

For this year's Pride month, Playbill has teamed up with actor and writer Eric Ulloa (On Your Feet!) for Iconic LGBTQ Moments in Theatre You ...

Ex-Monk $259 Million Powerball Lottery Winner Makes Martha Clarke’s Stunning “God’s Fool” Come Alive at Famed La Mama Theater by Roger Friedman

Martha Clarke‘s stunning theater piece, “God’s Fool,” opens at the famed La Mama theater in the East Village this week. But the

Facebook rejects Toronto theatre company ads due to ‘political’ content by Aisling Murphy - Staff Reporter

Daresay Productions’ upcoming play, “Deputy Prime Minister Collimore,” makes no reference to real politicians or situations, says the play’s producer.

Through the Lens of Natasha: Becca Kidwell’s “Together Inside” at Don’t Tell Mama—A Sweet Hour of Music by Natasha Castillo

My latest post features photos of “Together Inside” with Becca Kidwell, directed by Jeff Harnar, and musical direction by Matt Baker. Playing at Don’t Tell Mama on June 9, Becca shared…

Standby Max Clayton Steps Into Hugh Jackman’s Shoes, Making Harold Hill Debut in ‘The Music Man’ by Billy McEntee

Standby Max Clayton made his debut as Professor Harold Hill last night in "The Music Man", stepping in for marquee star Hugh Jackman. The post Standby Max Clayton Steps Into Hugh Jackman’s…

Idina Menzel to Host Harmonious Live! Disney+ Stream From EPCOT by Raven Brunner

The special event will also feature Auli’i Cravalho from Disney's Moana.

Ballet Theater Returns to the Met With a Gimmicky ‘Don Quixote’ by Gia Kourlas

American Ballet Theater opens its summer season at the Metropolitan Opera House with a triple cast, comic production. Where will it go next?

Theatre Review: ‘Her, Across the River’ at Rapid Lemon Productions by Ben Fisler

Baltimore theatre is extremely fortunate that Rapid Lemon Productions, now in its 10th year, is providing a venue for original writing and nurturing diverse artistic expression. Their latest…

Pioneer Valley Radio: Review: Kiss My Aztec at Hartford Stage by Mark G. Auerbach

New on Pioneer Valley Radio. My review of Hartford Stage’s “Kiss My Aztec”. Simply put, “I laughed my Aztec off”. segment begins at: 6:20. .

Ghosts of Weimar Past Opens Pangea Pride Week by Sandi Durell

Pangea’s 2022 Pride Week opens with GHOSTS OF WEIMAR PAST on Friday, June 17th at 7pm. From the gritty 20s, tumultuous 30s, and uncertain 40s, cabaret existed as a way to criticize and de…

Get a First Look at Netflix's Upcoming Matilda The Musical Movie by Raven Brunner

The movie is based on Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin's musical adaptation of the popular children's novel by Roald Dahl.

TEDxBroadway Ten, Featuring Irene Gandy, Junior Mintt, Emanuel Azenberg, More, Now Available on Demand by Andrew Gans

The program celebrated its 10th anniversary May 17 with an event that asked, "What's the best Broadway can be?"

The New Group's 2022-2023 Season to Feature Plays by Will Arbery, Diane Exavier, and Thomas Bradshaw by Leah Putnam

The Off-Broadway company's season features one New York premiere and two world premieres.

Los Bitchos are cumbia’s dada rock stars by Micco Caporale

Los Bitchos are an LSD-laced sugar cube melting in your mouth. The London-based four-piece make tripped-out 70s-inspired cumbia that sounds like it belongs in the 1966 Czech film Daisies—V…

Not a dream by Ben Joravsky

As I lay in bed drenched in sweat, battling COVID, it came to me as in a fevered dream . . . The city council had overwhelmingly approved Mayor Lightfoot’s idea to spend untold millions on…

Charlotte d'Amboise and Bianca Marroquín to Host the 2022 Chita Rivera Awards

Charlotte d’Amboise (Chicago; A Chorus Line) and Bianca Marroquín (Chicago; Fosse/Verdon) will host the 2022 Chita Rivera Awards, it was announced today.

Tony Awards, Skylar Astin & More Take Center Stage in This Week's Episode of The Broadway Show by Lindsey Sullivan

Before The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal airs nationwide this weekend, we're offering a first look at the episode. Hosted by Emmy-winning anchor Fadal, the show will air in New York City o…

Beth Leavel, Taylor Iman Jones and Full Cast Set for World Premiere of The Devil Wears Prada Musical by Caitlin Moynihan

The full cast for the upcoming world premiere of The Devil Wears Prada is set. Tony winner Beth Leavel and Taylor Iman Jones are confirmed to take on the roles of Miranda Priestly and An…

He's Professor Harold Hill! See Max Clayton Make His Debut in The Music Man's Leading Role by Lindsey Sullivan

Strike up the band! Max Clayton stepped into the role of Harold Hill in The Music Man on June 14. As previously reported, he will go on for leading man Hugh Jackman through June 21.Star Sut…

Two World Premieres from Suzan-Lori Parks, A Raisin in the Sun & More Set for Public Theater Season by Lindsey Sullivan

The Public Theater has announced offerings for its 2022-2023 season, including several world premieres as well as a new staging of Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun. Baldwin and Buck…

Be a Little Bit Naughty! Catch the First Trailer for the Matilda Movie Musical by Caitlin Moynihan

It's the smell of rebellion! Netflix has released the first teaser trailer for Matilda the Musical, which will release on a December date to be announced. Based on the 2013 musical by Tim M…

Works from Will Arbery & More Slated for The New Group's 2022-2023 Season by Lindsey Sullivan

The New Group has announced its 2022-2023 season. These productions will take place at the Pershing Square Signature Center. Fall 2023 will see the reunion of Heroes of the Fourth Turning'…

The New Group Announces 2022-23 Season Featuring Two World Premieres, Work Directed by Chloë Sevigny & More

The New Group has announced the company’s 2022-23 Season, to include the following productions: Evanston Salt Costs Climbing, by Will Arbery, directed by Danya Taymor; The Seagull/Woodstoc…

Watch Former President Obama Discuss DREAMers on ¡Americano! Stage by Andrew Gans

Tony Valdovinos, whose life is explored in the new Off-Broadway musical, was also part of the discussion at New World Stages.

New Plays by Will Arbery and Thomas Bradshaw in New Group 2022-23 Season

The season will also feature the world premiere of Bernarda's Daughters by Diane Exavier.

Disney Plus to Stream Harmonious Live!, Hosted by Idina Menzel

The live event at EPCOT will celebrate World Music Day on June 21.

See the Trailer for Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical

The film is coming to Netflix in December.

Javier Muñoz and More Join Beth Leavel and Taylor Iman Jones in Devil Wears Prada Musical

The new musical is written by Elton John, Shaina Taub, and Kate Wetherhead.

Operetta Review: ‘El Capitán’ by the Victorian Lyric Opera Company at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre by Dr. Mark Dreisonstok

  The Victorian Lyric Opera Company (VLOC ) is famous for its productions of Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas and Viennese operettas. This time, the company changes things up with an opere…

Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth to Feature Frost, Grimes, Newell, & More by Paul Art Smith For Broadway Direct

Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth, part of The Broadway League’s Black to Broadway Initiative, returns to Times Square on Sunday, June 19, 2022, with Tony Award winner James Monroe Igleha…

BETWEEN THE LINES Begins Performances Tonight Off-Broadway

The new Off-Broadway musical BETWEEN THE LINES begins performances tonight at the Tony Kiser Theater (305 West 43rd Street). BETWEEN THE LINES stars Arielle Jacobs as Delilah, Jake David Smi…

VIDEO: President Obama Meets with Dreamers On the Stage of ¡AMERICANO! to Reflect on 10th Anniversary of DACA

President Barack Obama recently held a roundtable discussion hosted by the Obama Foundation with five recipients of DACA to mark the program’s 10th anniversary, highlight its participants'…

The political is personal by Kerry Reid

Like the rest of the world, Second City has been through its share of upheavals in the past two years. Longtime owner, CEO, and executive producer Andrew Alexander stepped down in June 2020 …

Idina Menzel to Host HARMONIOUS LIVE! on Disney+

Hosted by Tony Award-winning performer, actress, singer-songwriter, and philanthropist Idina Menzel (“Frozen,” “Frozen 2”) with special guest Auli‘i Cravalho (“Moana”), the liv…

Theatre Review: Rogers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’ at Silhouette Stages by Susan Brall

Rogers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is being presented by Silhouette Stages. While the original book was by Oscar Hammerstein II, this is an updated version written by Douglas Carter…

Caryl Churchill Play Has World Premiere at Burning Coal Theatre by Kim Jackson

Read what Kim Jackson has to say about Burning Coal Theatre's production of Caryl Churchill's play AIR and WHAT IF IF ONLY. The post Caryl Churchill Play Has World Premiere at Burning Coal T…

As “Fannie” for True Colors, actress found out about civil rights activist and herself by Howard Pousner

Embodying the civil rights activist in the one-woman show Fannie: The Music... The post As “Fannie” for True Colors, actress found out about civil rights activist and herself appeared fi…

Mary Poppins West End extends bookings to 18 December 2022 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Award-winning musical revival Mary Poppins has extended its current booking period until 18 December 2022. Book Mary Poppins tickets now. This post Mary Poppins West End exte…

Matilda The Musical coming to Netflix by Harriet Hughes

We're incredibly excited to have heard that the beloved Matilda The Musical is coming to Netflix. Due to be released on 2 December 2022! The post Matilda The Musical coming to Netflix appear…

Hell on wheels by Dmitry Samarov

Nealshow Productions premieres Pat Radke’s and Dave Satterwhite’s malaprop-fueled road-trip comedy. Candyce (Lee Satterwhite), in WWI helmet and goggles, is at the wheel of a middle-scho…

Photos: Emma Thompson, Alisha Weir & More in MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film

Netflix has shared photos of Academy Award® Winner Emma Thompson (Miss Trunchbull), Alisha Weir (Matilda); Lashana Lynch (Miss Honey), Stephen Graham (Mr. Wormwood), Andrea Riseborough (Mr…

A Conversation with Telly Leung by Lauren Van Hemert

Telly Leung is best known for his work on Broadway and television. These days he is in Raleigh directing the Theatre Raleigh production of Yellow Face. Hear what he has to say about working …

Tim Minchin talks about the music in Netflix's new Matilda musical movie | #Shorts by Official London Theatre

Composer and songwriter Tim Minchin, talks about how the music will develop in Netflix's new movie of Matilda, in comparison to the stage show. Get tickets to Matilda: https://officiallondo…

Why Jesse Tyler Ferguson was key for new movie about Broadway's comeback from COVID by Lisa Fung

The historic shutdown of New York theaters during the COVID pandemic is the focus of 'Broadway Rising,' premiering this week at the Tribeca Festival.

Photos: Go Inside the 66th Annual Drama Desk Awards

Just yesterday, Renée Elise Goldsberry hosted the 66th Annual Drama Desk Awards at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special day and we're taking you inside the ceremony!

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For the Pre-Broadway Run of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA; Plus Full Casting Announced!

All new rehearsal photos have been released for the pre-Broadway run of The Devil Wears Prada, the Musical, premiereing in Chicago in July. Plus, complete casting has been announced for the …

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Teaser Trailer

A brand new take on the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical. Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical tells the story of an extraordinary girl, with a vivid imagination, who dares to take a sta…

Watch Now: Matilda the Musical Netflix Film Teaser by Broadway Direct

Revolting children are heading to the screen! Matilda the Musical is heading to Netflix in a new film adaptation this holiday season and we've got your first look at the exciting movie bas…

London's Heathers the Musical Welcomes New Cast Members by Andrew Gans

Kevin Murphy and Laurence O’Keefe's musical continues through September at the Other Palace.

See Who's Joining Taylor Iman Jones and Beth Leavel in World Premiere of The Devil Wears Prada Musical by Logan Culwell-Block

Javier Muñoz, Tiffany Mann, and more have joined the musical's pre-Broadway run in Chicago.

May We All: A New Country Musical Opens at Tennessee Performing Arts Center June 15 by Raven Brunner

The new work stars Heidi Blickenstaff, Lauren Pritchard, Brandon Ellis, and more.

Theresa Rebeck's New Play Mad House Begins Previews June 15 by Raven Brunner

David Harbour and Bill Pullman lead this dark comedy.

Reviews: Here's What Critics Think of Off-Broadway's Hybrid Production of Circle Jerk by Leah Putnam

The show, simultaneously performed live and live-streamed, opened June 14.

Our favourite West End Dads by Kitty Underwood

From boy-band leaders to inspirational lawyers to literal kings, these dads of the West End prove there's no one way to be a good parent. The post Our favourite West End Dads appeared first …

Playbill on Twitter: "The cast is set for the world premiere of The Osmonds: A New Musical! https://t ...

playbill.com. Cast Complete for World Premiere of The Osmonds: A New Musical. The U.K. and Ireland tour is set to launch February 3 at Leicester's ...

Theatre director Gregory Doran: ‘In Richard III you see a whole society brutalised by war’

The RSC leader on staging the play with a disabled actor in the title role, the loss of his husband Antony Sher and stepping down after 10 years

‘The cast don’t have much to play with’: CLUEDO – Touring by Not Exactly Billington

Mark Bell’s production of Cluedo, adapted from Sandy Rustin’s US play which itself is based on Jonathan Lynn’s screenplay of the 1985 film Clue, has been transposed to 1940s England.

2019 Angela Lansbury Interview Will Stream Online Next Month

Theatre on Film and Tape Archive's 2019 interview with Angela Lansbury will stream next month! The Creative Process: Interview with Angela Lansbury will be streamed free of charge July 1…

Iconic LGBTQ Moments in Theatre You Should Know Takes a Look at Tony-Winning Queer Successes by Playbill

For this year's Pride month, Playbill has teamed up with actor and writer Eric Ulloa (On Your Feet!) for Iconic LGBTQ Moments in Theatre You Should Know, a series hosted by five LGBTQ+ Broad…

Vectorworks Seminars | What GDTF and MVR Can Do for You? by Michael Eddy

With GDTF and MVR, the promise of a simplified entertainment industry is no longer a dream — it’s a reality. Vectorworks, one of the companies behind General Device Type Format (GDTF), …

LOONEY TUNES to Honor Broadway in BYE, BYE BUNNY Musical Movie

From Warner Bros. Animation, the original animated family movie event will feature original dynamic song and dance numbers and new orchestrations from the Warner Bros. library of legendary m…

Milestones at SART by Whitley Albury

Gale Gooch Alexander’s marital dramedy ably mixes humor and heart.

Watch Highlights From Muny Chicago Starring J. Harrison Ghee, Sarah Bowden, Emily Skinner, James T. Lane by Andrew Gans, Leah Putnam

Denis Jones directs and co-choreographs the classic musical, which continues through June 19.

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Seattle Rep's Jaws Behind the Scenes Musical Bruce? by Raven Brunner, Andrew Gans

Tony nominee Jarrod Spector leads this new musical about the making of the blockbuster film.

Playbill's Iconic LGBTQ Moments in Theatre You Should Know Takes a Look at Tony-Winning Queer Successes by Roberto Araujo

Join Broadway’s Jose Llana—and a surprise guest—in the third episode of the weekly series.

Watch Hugh Jackman's Standby, Max Clayton, Take First Bows as Harold Hill in The Music Man by TheaterMania

With Hugh Jackman ill with Covid, standby Max Clayton saved the day on Tuesday, June 14 and played Harold Hill in The Music Man on Broadway for the first time. At curtain call, costar Sutton…

Everyone & Dolphins by NPR

Comedian Maeve Higgins and Emma learn why you never want to be recognized by a dolphin and find out where the magic happens.

[Broadway Grosses w/e 6/12/2022] A Round of Applause by Ken Davenport

Countdown to The Tony Awards: 362 days (estimated) For my... The post [Broadway Grosses w/e 6/12/2022] A Round of Applause first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Theater notes: Rough critical response to “Trading Places,” Express’ season, more by Howard Pousner

Will the Alliance Theatre’s current tryout run of Trading Places: The Musical... The post Theater notes: Rough critical response to “Trading Places,” Express’ season, more appeared f…

Meet the West End cast of Beauty and the Beast by Official London Theatre

Bonjour! Meet the cast of Disney's Beauty and the Beast as the most enchanted musical of all time returns to London for a strictly limited season. This beloved ‘tale as old as time’ has…

Austin Artists Project to Present Sing Out! A Broadway Musical Revue by Margaret Hall

The non-profit will celebrate Pride Month with the revue, staged at Lincoln Center.

A Conversation with Telly Leung by Lauren Van Hemert

About the Guest Telly Leung is an American actor, singer and songwriter. He is known for his work in musical theatre on Broadway and for his role as Wes, a member of the Dalton Academy…

Virtual Riot at Hollywood Palladium with Elation Lighting by Debi Moen

German dubstep artist Virtual Riot brought his Simulation Album Tour to the Hollywood Palladium April 22 and electrified the sold-out crowd with his edgy brand of EDM supported by lighting e…

See Standby Max Clayton Make His Debut in Broadway's The Music Man by Logan Culwell-Block

Clayton is filling in for Hugh Jackman, who is out with COVID through June 21.

Verge Aero Pulls Off Dynamic Drone Show at Experiential Marketing Summit by Michael Eddy

The Verge Aero drone team pulled off the seemingly impossible at this year’s Experiential Marketing Summit (EMS) at the MGM Grand Las Vegas – flying a drone show high above the ballroom …

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 by Susan Grace

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COME FROM AWAY Becomes Longest Running Show in Schoenfeld Theatre History Tonight

Come From Away officially becomes the longest running show in the 105-year history of the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre today with its 1,544th Broadway performance, surpassing the original produ…

Ayrton Dominos Don’t Give John Mayer Anything to Cry About on Sob Rock Tour 2022 by Debi Moen

Lighting Designer and Director Ethan Weber chose a large complement of versatile Ayrton Domino luminaires for Grammy Award-winner John Mayer’s Sob Rock Tour 2022 in support of his eighth s…

ASL-Infused Take on Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella to Play ZACH Theatre by Margaret Hall

The Texas venue has announced its complete 2022-2023 season.

Austin Arts Project to Present Sing Out! A Broadway Musical Revue by Margaret Hall

The non-profit will celebrate Pride Month with the revue, staged at Lincoln Center.

Reimagined Kinky Boots to Feature New Cyndi Lauper-Penned Song at Bucks County Playhouse by Margaret Hall

The Pennsylvania theatre will include a song cut from the Best Musical Tony-winning work's Broadway production.

Watch Hugh Jackman's Standby, Max Clayton, Take First Bows as Harold Hill in The Music Man

Co-star Sutton Foster pays tribute to Clayton and the show's understudies in an emotional speech.

NYC favorites Dan Domenech, Andy Peterson, and Luis Villabon bring their talents to the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival by Deb Miller

If you’re a theater-lover in search of a quick summer getaway, consider taking a trip out to the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival in Center Valley, PA, less than two hours west of NYC alo…

L’Hotel: The immersive world of French intrigue coming to Sydney by Aussie Theatre

L’Hôtel, the immersive theatrical experience featuring the crème de la crème of performers from cabaret, burlesque, aerial and circus, will

2 critics check out ‘Bruce,’ Seattle Rep’s new musical about the making of ‘Jaws’ by Jerald Pierce

Two critics discuss Seattle Rep's new musical about the behind-the-scenes struggles faced by Steven Spielberg and the team behind the 1975 movie "Jaws."

NIDA welcomes all to Open Day by Aussie Theatre

This weekend NIDA Open Day will welcome visitors who are curious or passionate about the arts and entertainment industries to

What is it like to watch the Tony Awards from inside Radio City Music Hall? Excitement, glamour and sweat by Sam Eckmann

I’ve been covering the Tony Awards for years but I had never stepped foot inside of Broadway’s biggest celebration until this year. When offered the last minute opportunity to attend the…

THE CARPENTERS FROM KEMPSEY by Aussie Theatre

Darren & Sharon Carpenter’s lives were magically transformed the day they discovered those other ‘Carpenters’. Not only did they share

The False Servant, Orange Tree Theatre review - Marivaux's cruel comedy gets a modern spin by Helen Hawkins

An entertaining but not quite convincing makeover for a tricky play There probably isn’t a more able translator of vintage drama than Martin Crimp, the playwright whose 2004 version of Pie…

EIREBORNE cast announced: featuring the best Irish dancers in the world! by Aussie Theatre

Mellen Events is thrilled to announce the extraordinary cast that features the absolute cream of Irish dancers in Australia for

New Cycles, New Solos: A Preview of “SOLUS” at Visceral Dance Center by Sharon Hoyer

Each year, Visceral Dance Chicago invites a group of Chicago-based choreographers to create a solo for each member of the company.

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 by Matt Tamanini

“Topdog/Underdog” Revival Coming this Fall, Public & Encores Announce Season, Lady Gaga is Doing What Now? “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting …

When City Streets Record Fading Performance Traditions by Aprameya Manthena

Attired in a crisp white dhoti with a red zari border, bleached white shirt and angavastram, one could mistake Krishna, a “Haridasu,” for a wandering pilgrim. He ambles along the silent …

Black Second-Act Problems: “Black No More” by The New Group by Jonathan Kalb

In my time as a critic I’ve noticed on numerous occasions that musicals rooted in political satire always have second-act problems. They come out of the gate identifying a specific breed o…

Albert Johan Kramer, the Dutch Giant by Trav S.D.

We have previously shared with you news of an Irish Giant, a French One, a Norwegian one, a Chinese One, and numerous others associated with U.S. States and regions of Great Britain, so it p…

VIDEO: German Cast of HAMILTON Performs 'Alexander Hamilton'

Hamilton is officially coming to Germany this year! The cast has been announced for the musical, which will be led by Benet Monteiro in the title role. Watch an all new video of the cast sin…

‘Plaza Suite’ breaks Broadway box office record as grosses increase by Caitlin Hornik

Broadway grosses increased and landed back above the $30 million mark last week. For the week ending June 12, Broadway grossed $31,588,947, up about 7% from the previous week. The 31 shows p…

Bay Area summer theater in 2022 shows an industry at a COVID turning point by Lily Janiak

Berkeley Rep, Teatro Visión, TheatreWorks and Cutting Ball Theater all have auspicious summer offerings.

‘A glorious romp’: TONY! [THE TONY BLAIR OPERA] – Park Theatre by John Chapman

Voted back into power three times, Tony Blair left office with the accusations of being a manipulative liar ringing in his ears – not that that has ever slowed down the current incumbent. …

S.F.’s Bindlestiff Studio explores Filipino American identity through food by Alex Ramos

The studio's new play, “Inay Dalisay’s World Famous Lechon,” follows a succession of get-togethers that feel cathartic in the wake of so much pandemic trauma.

Chicago R&B singer Ravyn Lenae makes a play for stardom on Hypnos by Leor Galil

In 2015, when Chicago R&B wunderkind Ravyn Lenae was just 16, she self-released a sophisticated, vigorous EP called Moon Shoes, singing about romance and longing with the grace and lucid…

MCC Theater Extends Run of Donja R. Love's Soft | Playbill

The world premiere play will now run through July 10 Off-Broadway. By Leah Putnam. June 14, 2022.

Playbill - The light-sound experience, one of the first... - Facebook

The light-sound experience, one of the first theatrical events to open in NYC, is set to close on July 25. playbill.com.

Wake Up With BWW 6/15: TOPDOG/UNDERDOG Casting, LEGALLY BLONDE Tour, and More!

Today's top stories include casting for the upcoming Broadway revival of Topdog/Underdog, coming to Broadway this season! The production will star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Corey Hawkins. P…

Sarah Bareilles Made Busy Philipps Second Guess Bringing Her Kids to See 'A Strange Loop' by Late Night With Seth Meyers

Busy Philipps talks about moving to New York City, what her kids think about her acting career and Sara Bareilles saving her from a potentially awkward night at the theatre. Late Night with…

ShentonSTAGE Daily for WEDNESDAY JUNE 15 by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post ShentonSTAGE Daily for WEDNESDAY JUNE 15 first appeared on Shenton Stage.

In ‘Corsicana,’ Will Arbery Puts Art, Family and Down Syndrome Onstage by Jennifer Schuessler

Arbery, a Pulitzer finalist in 2020, is back with a play inspired by his relationship with his sister. But don’t call it an “issue” play.

Miles Jupp to star in stage version of The Lavender Hill Mob by Chris Wiegand

Jupp will play opposite Justin Edwards in adaptation of the classic Ealing comedy set to tour the UK this autumn Graham Linehan revived The Ladykillers in 2011, Stephen Mangan became The Man…

Lie back and think of the apocalypse: climate crisis opera Sun & Sea by Stuart Jeffries

It scooped the Golden Lion at Venice and now the beach-set spectacular is bringing its burned-out workers and decadent globetrotters to the UK. But why does no one clap? Drizzle falls from p…

On the Couch with Johnny Allen

The post On the Couch with Johnny Allen appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Theater Review: DANA H. (Berkeley Repertory) by Harvey Perr

ONE OF THE MOST INVENTIVE NEW PLAYS OF THE DECADE I’ve been singing the praises of Lucas Hnath‘s Dana H. ever since I first saw it three years ago in Los Angeles. Time has not altered my…

Chris Bush: ‘If it feels more like sport than theatre, we’ve missed the point’ by Isobel Lewis

Chris Bush, aka Sheffield’s Shakespeare, will have opened eight shows by the end of the year. She tells Isobel Lewis about her audacious trilogy ‘Rock/Paper/Scissors’ and her musical a…

Robin Lyon – Been There, Done That, Now What? by Jk Clarke

By Andrew Poretz . . . Robin Lyon was a not-quite-major Broadway performer in the 1980s and early 1990s. A talented singer, dancer and actress, she had multiple credits in such shows as A Ch…

Can You Name The Songs From These Tony-Nominated Musicals? - Playbill

Ready for Their Close-up! Peek at Playbill's... The 2017 Tony Award nominees gathered at the Sofitel New... 48 PHOTOS.

Reimagined KINKY BOOTS to Feature New Cyndi Lauper Song at Buck's County Playhouse

Bucks County Playhouse continues its homecoming season with an all-new production of the high-energy, Tony-winning musical sensation, “Kinky Boots.”

An Evening With Anita Gillette and Lee Roy Reams by Jk Clarke

By Ron Fassler . . .  I’ve always imagined what it must have been like to attend a dinner party at Ira Gershwin’s house in Beverly Hills back in the day when, late in the evening, his f…

VIDEO: The Music of Celine Dion Comes to Life in TITANIQUE

Timed to the first performance tonight of TITANIQUE, the irresistibly funny and irreverent new musical send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic, featuring the songs of pop icon Céline Dion, …

So You Want To Name A Stadium… by Joe Patti

Via the Marginal Revolution blog I came across a piece analyzing the economics of stadium naming.   The basic conclusion was that if you see a corporation buying naming rights for a stadiu…

This Place Has Rats. But They Will Be Gone Soon! by Joe Patti

I know for a fact that for at least 30 years now, market textbooks and classes have made the distinction between marketing and advertising/promotion the first definition provided.  That has…

New Musical Between the Lines Begins Previews Off-Broadway June 15 by Leah Putnam

Based on the Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer novel, the show plays at Tony Kiser Theatre.

Yes! Reflections of Molly Bloom Opens June 15 at Irish Rep by Leah Putnam

Aedín Moloney and Colum McCann adapted James Joyce's Ulysses into a solo show, directed by John Keating.

VIDEO: 2022 Best Musical A STRANGE LOOP Celebrates Tonys Triumph At Curtain Call

Broadway's 2022 Best Musical, Michael R. Jackson's A Strange Loop, made its first return to the stage tonight following its Tony Awards triumph. At their first curtain call back, star Jaquel…

Huh? Burt Bacharach Just Announced That "Turkey Lurkey Time" is Actually a Fourth of July Song by Broadway Beat

by Anna Larranaga. @annalarranaga. LOS ANGELES - Well, this is a curveball. Composer Burt Bacharach, of the 1968 musical Promises,...

Playwright’s Muse Doesn’t Know He Exists by Broadway Beat

by Devin Wallace. @thedevinwallace. BOSTON - Following reports that local playwright Adam Ryland’s entire artistic oeuvre was inspired...

REPORT: Desperate Producers Will Do Anything to Attract Audiences Except Lower Ticket Prices by Broadway Beat

by Caitlin Bitzegaio. @caitorade. NEW YORK, NY - Despite enthusiasm for many new exciting shows like A Strange Loop and revivals of...

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