This Broadway Star Brings Iconic Mom Elaine Miller To Broadway In The New Musical ‘Almost Famous’ by Jeryl Brunner

Anika Larsen on working with Cameron Crowe and making a beloved character, played on screen by Frances McDormand, all her own.

Hugh Sheridan to star in tick, tick…BOOM!

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The Theater Is One of the Spookiest Places to Visit This Halloween Season. Here's Why

We take a look at stories and superstitions that make going to the theater a frightfully good time.

Review: Jim Parsons Stars in a Charming Revival of A Man of No Importance

The Ahrens-Flaherty-McNally musical gets a second hearing off-Broadway.

Lee Serle: Time Portrait

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Theater Review: ‘Matilda’ at the Children’s Theatre of Annapolis by Laura Tayman

A small bundle of tremendous energy, with a strong will to right wrongs and find love, burst on the scene at the Children’s Theatre of Annapolis’ (CTA) current fall musical production of…

Theatre Review: ‘Elegies: A Song Cycle’ at The Keegan Theatre by Kelsey Casselbury

Life, loss, legacy. These are just three, short words, but they’re certainly not small in concept. How, then, could composer and lyricist William Finn—best known for “Falsettos” and …

Theatre Review: ‘Legally Blonde’ presented by Rockville Musical Theatre at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre by Nancy Blum

“Legally Blonde,” with music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin and book by Heather Hach, is an energetic, feel-good story where the worst character is justly punished an…

Mary Poppins takes flight in Brisbane

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A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE Struggles to Find Some — Review

Theatrely's Off-Broadway review of A Man Of No Importance at Classic Stage Company in New York City. Directed by John Doyle, the musical written by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens stars Jim…

Katie Brayben is Divine in ‘Tammy Faye’ Musical at Almeida by Billy McEntee

'Tammy Faye' is now playing in London at Almeida Theatre Company with Katie Brayben taking on the titular role of a controversial TV star. The post Katie Brayben is Divine in ‘Tammy Faye�…

Theater Quiz for October 2022 by New York Theater

How well were you paying attention to New York theater in October — the shows (eight on Broadway alone!), the controversies (many)? Answer these ten questions to find out Loading…

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Classic Stage Company's A Man of No Importance? by Margaret Hall

Boys in the Band star Jim Parsons is joined by Mare Winningham, Nathaniel Stampley, Shereen Ahmed, and more in the Ahrens and Flaherty musical.

Review: Off Broadway, Jim Parsons Meets the Small Bang Theory by Jesse Green

In a revival of the 2002 musical “A Man of No Importance,” the star of “The Big Bang Theory” achieves something more delicate.

R.I.P. Naimah Hassan by Trav S.D.

We were so sorry to hear this morning that Naimah Hassan passed away on October 25, which just so happens to have been the anniversary of her first date with her husband and artistic partner…

Theater Review: Everything’s Better than Fine at One Man Show from Former “SNL” Writer Doug McGrath by Roger Friedman

I often feel when I read memoirs or see one-actor shows like “Everything’s Fine” that I’ve led a sheltered life. In 1971,

Talkin' Broadway Off-Broadway - "A Man of No Importance" - 10/30/22 by James Wilson

In the current Classic Stage Company revival of the 2002 musical A Man of No Importance, Doyle applies the tactic sparingly–there are on-stage musicians as well as a handful of ensemble me…

Off-Broadway Review: “A Man of No Importance” Disappoints at Classic Stage Company” (Extended through Sunday, December 18, 2022) by David Roberts

Currently running at Classic Stage Company, “A Man of No Importance” chronicles gay middle-aged bus conductor Alfie Byrnes’s (a gloomy and dispirited Jim Parsons) struggles to claim hi…

Review: A Man of No Importance at Classic Stage Company by Lane Williamson

John Doyle revives a lesser known Ahrens & Flaherty musical in his final act as Artistic Director at Classic Stage. Lane Williamson reviews. The post Review: A Man of No Importance at Cl…

A Man of No Importance: Jim Parsons in a Musical of Moderate Importance by David Finkle

★★★☆☆ Ragtime's Stephen Flaherty, Lynn Ahrens, and Terrence McNally's mild creation, with John Doyle directing The post A Man of No Importance: Jim Parsons in a Musical of Moderat…

A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE: THE TITLE IS PERHAPS ALL TOO APT by Sandy MacDonald

★★☆☆☆ Jim Parsons puts in minimal effort in portraying a driven, passionate "nobody." The post A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE: THE TITLE IS PERHAPS ALL TOO APT appeared first on New York S…

Theatre Review: ‘ Sanctuary City’ at Arena Stage by Charlotte Selton

In mid-2000s Newark, there were few good options for the young people we today know as “DREAMers.” DACA would not begin accepting applications for years, NYC was over a decade out from p…

The American Classical Orchestra Presents REMEMBER by Edward Kliszus

The performance of Mozart's Requiem, K526, was glorious and ecstatic. The sui generis admixture of rich sounds from soloists, chorus, and orchestra was superb. At the same time, the sumptuou…

Florence and Mojo by Victoria Weisfeld

Two short plays by pioneering Black author Alice Childress provide an especially nuanced look at the lives of Black women during and after the Jim Crow era.

Opera Review: EL ÚLTIMO SUEÑO DE FRIDA Y DIEGO (San Diego Opera at the Civic Theatre) by Jordon Julien

THE ULTIMATE DREAM The tumultuous relationship between legendary Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and muralist Diego Rivera has inspired many films, books, operas, and musicals.  El último sue�…

Our Voices, Our Time by David Walters

A good assembly of talent at one of New York's loveliest theaters.

Gabriel Byrne – Walking With Ghosts by Tulis McCall

"Walking With Ghosts" is a meandering piece that wanders about like a lost child at a carnival.  It samples food and rides and when the parents are not found it settles down and goes to sle…

Vineyard Theater by Barry Gordin

Proclamation from the Mayor’s office will celebrate November 3, 2022, as Vineyard Theater Day & on that same day the Vineyard Theater will launch their 40th Season with a new thriller …

Photos: Go Inside Annual HULAWEEN Benefit with Jane Krakowski, Alan Cumming, and More

New York Restoration Project (NYRP) celebrated over two and a half decades of championing urban green spaces and community gardens with its 26th annual Halloween Gala – Hulaween and the Se…

FUKT at The Tank by Edward A Kliszus

FUKT at The Tank OpeningNight.Online This cast deserves high praise for maintaining the challenging, complex characters and tensions while also charming and engaging viewers who could not re…

This Week on Broadway for October 30, 2022: Topdog / Underdog by James Marino

Jena Tesse Fox, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk about Topdog / Underdog, Walking with Ghosts, A Raisin in the Sun @ Public Theater, A Man of No Importance @ Classic Stage Company,…

10 Spooky Shows to Get You Ready for Halloween! by Alexandra Appleton

It's Halloween weekend! So, let's explore some of our favorite spooky, kooky, and downright dangerous plays and musicals to get us in the mood for a scare!

Brittney Johnson Sets Final Performance Date in Broadway's Wicked by Margaret Hall

Johnson made history as the first Black woman to play Glinda full-time on Broadway.

Review: ‘Measure for Measure’ at Chicago Shakespeare potently resets this ‘problem play’ amid Cuban turmoil by Chris Jones

Director Henry Godinez’ new production opens in a freewheeling 1950s Havana playground of Cuban artistes and the Hotel Nacional.

Walking With Ghosts ***** by Barry Gordin

By: Paulanne Simmons October 30, 2022: It may well be that the most revealing part of a memoir is what the writer chooses to leave in or leave out. Gabriel Byrne may be an international …

‘Lost in the Stars’ finds a stunning production at Annapolis Opera by Darby Dejarnette

The strong cast of singers and the relevance of this tale to modern audiences make this musical tragedy a must-see.

NEWS: Rorschach Theatre announces ‘Dissonant City,’ an immersive opus chronicling DC music history by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

A PSYCHOGEOGRAPHIES PROJECT Launching October 30, 2022 Beyond the bureaucracy and marble columns, there’s a steady beat that drives the Nation’s Capital. Dive into more than a century of…

NEWS: GALA presents ‘Fuego Flamenco XVIII,’ the International Fuego Flamenco Festival by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

  Honorary Producers Joseph and Lynne Horning An expanded three-week festival featuring local, regional, and international artists! Washington, D.C. – GALA continues a beloved staple of e…

In Conversation | Michael Arden, Micaela Diamond & Ben Platt on PARADE - New York City Center by New York City Center

Director Michael Arden, Micaela Diamond (Lucille Frank), and Ben Platt (Leo Frank) discuss our Annual Gala Presentation of PARADE. PARADE runs Nov 1 – 6, 2022 only at New York City Center…

Ep 153 Magic band+ 50 Gold statues challenge! At 4 Walt Disney World theme parks! Plus rides & food! by Framily Travel

Impressions of Kevin Pollak by Trav S.D.

Kevin Pollak (b. 1957) has been a valued Hollywood character actor for so long that I managed to forget something I knew well 30 years ago — that he’s a hilarious stand-up comedian and o…

After a Severe Injury, James Whiteside Is Dancing on a New Knee by Gia Kourlas

The American Ballet Theater principal ruptured a tendon in December. He recently took his first step back to the stage with “Whipped Cream.”

VIDEO: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda Direct Original RENT Stars in TICK, TICK... BOOM! Movie

Lin Manuel-Miranda has released video footage of himself working a 'La Vie Boheme' gesture into the 'Sunday' choreography in the TICK, TICK... BOOM! movie with Adam Pascal, Daphne Rubin-Vega…

Jeremy Jordan's Band Age of Madness Releases 'Hallowed' Single

According to his Twitter account, Jeremy Jordan's band Age of Madness has released a new single entitled 'Hallowed.' The single is now available on all streaming platforms.

Jasmin Vardimon: Alice review – a fairytale that never quite goes through the looking-glass by Lyndsey Winship

Sadler’s Wells, LondonA krumping Cheshire cat enlivens this well-danced adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s coming-of-age story, but Alice’s deeper life remains unexplored Lewis Carroll’s …

A Dead Body in Taos review – a spiritual exploration of what it means to be really free by Arifa Akbar

Wilton’s Music Hall, LondonSet in the New Mexico desert, David Farr’s unusual play dips into virtual reality in order to raise questions of love, life and what constitutes the human esse…

Julie Benko Joins The Seth Concert Series Streaming Live Tonight

SiriusXM Broadway host Seth Rudetsky will be joined tonight by Funny Girl's Julie Benko for The Seth Concert Series' streaming concert at 8 PM ET.

Theatre Openings: from w/c October 31 by Mark Shenton

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How Charles Atlas Held Up the World by Trav S.D.

If you’re my age or older you know this comic/advertisement well. It was published in comic books and similar publications for decades, as late as my childhood (the 1970s), advertising the…

Go Inside & Juliet's 1st Preview, With a Special Appearance by Max Martin by Margaret Hall

The jukebox musical irreverently reimagining the story of Shakespeare's heroine plays the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.

Get Wild by Listening to Elaine Paige on Sunday by Broadway.com

Olivier-winning actress Elaine Paige is giving Broadway.com listeners a chance to hear her BBC Radio 2 show Elaine Paige on Sunday. This week, Paige is highlighting all of the show tunes t…

UPDATE: We're Almost Back! by JK

Dear friends and JKTS fans,  Here's an update about our impending return! Already, our new Playbill sales page is up and ready for you to browse! (Click the tab above!) We have Playb…

Sha Creative Outlet: XS at The Center at West Park by Theo Armstrong

Like a giant notebook portfolio or a crumpled map in the glove box of a borrowed car, the paper endures, holds the changes, shows the history of Sha and Sarah’s togetherness— and our wit…

The National Gallery’s “Homecoming” and a Love Letter Between the Lines by Tyler Cunningham

Let us, then, be the dreamers of the empty space between repetitions that sows fertile soil for difference and kinship.

Walking With Ghosts *** by Barry Gordin

By: Samuel L. Leiter October 30, 2022: All of us walk with ghosts, our memories—sometimes blurred, sometimes burning bright—of the people and experiences that shaped us constantly int…

SENTIMENTAL MEN Join The Theatrely Family

The Broadway podcast from Quincy Brown and Kevin Bianchi is now streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts.

Ma-Yi Theater Company Announces New Commission and Anti-Asian Violence Event by Margaret Hall

Michi Barall is the inaugural recipient of the Generation Now commission.

See Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jimmy Fallon Perform an Encanto Medley On The Tonight Show by Margaret Hall

The medley marks the first time Miranda has publicly performed the music from his hit animated film.

Get A 1st Look at Solea Pfeiffer, Chris Wood, Anika Larsen, More in Almost Famous by Margaret Hall

Based on the 2000 film, the musical features a book by filmmaker Cameron Crowe and music by Tom Kitt.

Go Inside From & Juliet's 1st Preview, With a Special Appearance by Max Martin by Margaret Hall

The jukebox musical irreverently reimagining the story of Shakespeare's heroine plays the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.

Dink Stewart: A Hoofer of Haunted Harlem by Trav S.D.

I have no idea how or why Dink Stewart wound up on my to do list, but the facts are these: African American performer Benjamin “Dink” Stewart (1877-1951), was born in Greenup County, Ken…

Georgia Caine, Of Broadway and Bashful Bend by Trav S.D.

The best remembered work of Georgia Caine (1876-1964) came at the end of her career. Her turn as Barbara Stanwyck’s scheming mother in Remember the Night (1940) resulted in her becoming pa…

Disney 100 Concert Tour 2023 | Tickets and Venues by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Disney 100 will celebrate 100 years of Disney across the UK. Disney 100 Concert Tour tickets on sale now. This post Disney 100 Concert Tour 2023 | Tickets and Venues first ap…

Like the Jersey Boys Sang, ‘Oh, What A Night’ at the Maltz by Bill Hirschman

Much of the audience at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s opening night of Jersey Boys was its traditional well-heeled well-coiffed crowd. But their increasingly unfettered applause, then cheers…

Grease School Edition at Princeville High School - PLAYBILLder

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Puffs at Johnstown Jr. - Sr. High School - Performances November 18, 2022 to ... - PLAYBILLder

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Set of 4 Beauty and the Beast Stickers - bwayplaybill

Set of 4 Beauty and the Beast Stickers ✰This Beauty and the Beast Sticker Set comes as a pack of 4 stickers inspired from the Broadway musical.

The week in theatre: Tammy Faye; Hamlet; Marvellous – review by Susannah Clapp

Almeida, London; Bristol Old Vic; Soho Place, LondonKatie Brayben nails the title role as Tammy Faye in a musical otherwise lacking edge, Billy Howle makes a princely Hamlet and an all-new …

Let the Right One In review – bittersweet production brings out the terrors of adolescence by Catherine Love

Royal Exchange theatre, ManchesterThere are some scares, but Jack Thorne’s adaptation of the Swedish vampire novel focuses more on the compelling bond between two troubled teens Though it …

The Contingency Plan review – a double dose of climate crisis drama by Clare Brennan

Crucible, SheffieldSteve Waters’s newly revived and updated companion pieces about global heating have lost none of their urgency Steve Waters’s double bill about global heating, The Con…

A high-energy ‘Legally Blonde’ works it at Rockville Musical Theatre by Malcolm Lewis Barnes

Spot-on dance choreography and compelling vocals keep the musical moving at a breakneck pace.

‘Enchanting & quietly riveting’: THE BAND’S VISIT – Donmar Warehouse ★★★★ by Alun Hood

In Michael Longhurst’s dreamy new London production of The Band’s Visit at the Donmar Warehouse, where everyone is close to the stage, it’s enchanting and quietly riveting. It also fea…

Navy Blue review – Oona Doherty’s dark night of the soul by Sarah Crompton

Sadler’s Wells, LondonImbuing the balletic grace of her dancer’s movements with tension and anxiety, Doherty asks a refreshing yet unsettling question: what’s the point of dance? An a…

Theater Review: A FEW GOOD MEN (La Mirada Theatre) by William C.

YOU WANT THE TRUTH? SEE THIS ASTOUNDING PRODUCTION. Many are familiar with A Few Good Men, the 1992 courtroom drama film starring Jack Nicholson, Tom Cruise, and Demi Moore, which uses clash…

Hedda Gabler and The Winter’s Tale – Bedlam in Rep by Jk Clarke

By JK Clarke . . . Bedlam, one of New York’s most creative and innovative theater companies, has been at it for ten years now. Bursting out of the gate that first year (2012) with outstand…

HOUND DOG by Tony Marinelli

Director Machel Ross does little to guide this play to any semblance of cohesion.  Scenes 1 and 13, between Hound Dog and Ayse, her childhood best friend, begin with the exact same lines an…

Wicked Celebrates 19th Anniversary on Broadway October 30 With Expanded Lottery and More by Andrew Gans

The international hit musical continues at the Gershwin Theatre.

The Final Curtain Falls on Broadway's The Kite Runner October 30 by Leah Putnam

Adapted from Khaled Hosseini's novel, the stage play has already announced a North American tour.

Jay Armstrong Johnson's Hocus Pocus-Themed I Put a Spell on You Available for Streaming Starting October 30 by Margaret Hall

The annual show benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and stars a roster of Broadway favorites.

Classic Stage Company's A Man of No Importance Opens Off-Broadway October 30 by Logan Culwell-Block

Boys in the Band star Jim Parsons is joined by Mare Winningham, Nathaniel Stampley, Shereen Ahmed, and more in the Ahrens and Flaherty musical.