On the Couch with Philip Quast

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‘Chicago’ has record-breaking week as spring shows start to boost box office by Caitlin Hornik

Nearly 10 years after it last set this box office record, “Chicago” saw its highest-grossing non-holiday week in the revival’s 26-year history. The production — which currently featu…

Perth Comedy Festival reveals 2023 program

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Review Roundup: Nicholas Hytner's Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS, Opens At The Bridge Theatre

Guys and Dolls is now playing at the Bridge Theatre! The production runs from 3 March 2023 with opening night on 14 March 2023. Tickets are initially on sale through to 2 September 2023. Rea…

MEAN GIRLS Star Erika Henningsen Joins New ABC Pilot PUBLIC DEFENDERS

Broadway actor Erika Henningsen has joined the cast of the upcoming ABC comedy pilot, Public Defenders.

Baraboo High School brings ABBA to the Al. Ringling Theatre - WiscNews

According to Playbill.com, "Mamma Mia" is the No. 1 most-produced, full-length musical for high schools as of 2021-22. Director Tina Lang says her ...

Becoming Eliza heading to Melbourne

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Crumbs from the Table of Joy by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

While this first New York revival of the 1995 "Crumbs from the Table of Joy" does not reach the heights of Nottage’s later Pulitzer Prize-winning plays, "Ruined" and "Sweat," it proves to …

Mutant Olive 2.0 by Steven Morris

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Lynn Seymour, thrillingly expressive ballerina, dies at 83 by Harrison Smith

The Canadian-born dancer starred with the Royal Ballet in London, working with choreographers including Kenneth MacMillan and Frederick Ashton.

Muscle Memory In Dancing And Coding by Joe Patti

While it has only been about six months since I shared a story about the Philadelphia based project DanceLogic which teaches girls to code through choreography, I saw another piece recently …

Guys and Dolls review – Nicholas Hytner’s gamble pays off by Arifa Akbar

Bridge theatre, LondonThis immersive production of the New York musical has a bold design, superb singing and chemistry between its stars Frank Loesser’s 1950 musical comedy about sin and …

‘Guys and Dolls’ Review: An Explosively Thrilling Production of a Masterpiece in London by Gordon Cox

Since Nicholas Hytner, former artistic director of the National Theatre, is one of the finest, most detailed Shakespeare directors in the land, you could be forgiven for forgetting that he r…

Tony-Winner Daisy Eagan To Bring Live Podcast Tour To NYC And More In April

Extending its reach beyond your podcast players and headphones, the hit podcast 'Strange and Unexplained with Daisy Eagan' is launching a limited live show tour to play three cities in April…

In Memoriam: Steve Thomas, 67 by Michael Eddy

Steve Thomas, 67, died March 11, after a courageous battle with cancer. Thomas was a long-time live event professional whose career included worldwide tours as site coordinator/tour producti…

Elijah Rhea Johnson to star as Michael Jackson on Broadway by Tamima S

Broadway’s iconic MJ the Musical is set to welcome a new Michael Jackson to its stage, and fans are already

Disney's The Little Mermaid Live-Action Film Announces Soundtrack Release by Diep Tran

It will feature the classic songs from Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, and new lyrics from Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Video: Kelly Clarkson Has Something to Say About Billy Porter's Cover of 'Stronger'

As BroadwayWorld reported last week, on a recent episode of NBC's That's My Jam, Tony winner Billy Porter took the stage to perform a one-of-a-kind gospel version of Kelly Clarkson. Now, …

The Book of Mormon in San Francisco by Broadwaysf

THE BOOK OF MORMON returns to the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco from May 23–June 18, 2023. The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says,…

The Set List: See Who Sang What Songs at This Year's Broadway Backwards Concert by Talaura Harms

The fan-favorite annual fundraiser queers the musical theatre canon by gender-flipping Broadway show tunes.

In Memoriam: Bob Roach, Lighting Industry Veteran, 67 by Michael Eddy

Robert David Roach, 67 of Longwood, FL, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 7, 2023. Bob had recently been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and received a …

Meryl Streep in The Seagull, Raúl Esparza in Anyone Can Whistle: Inside the Extensive Theatre on Film and Tape Archives by Margaret Hall

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is currently celebrating TOFT's 50th anniversary—and it's open to everyone, not just New Yorkers.

It's Almost Time for (Another) Cookout: Go Inside Rehearsals of Fat Ham's Broadway Transfer by Leah Putnam

James Ijames' Pulitzer-winning play arrives on the Main Stem later this month from Off-Broadway's The Public.

Santino Fontana, Jason Gotay, Katie Thompson & More to Lead SPLIT Industry Reading

Transport Group will present an industry-only presentations of the new musical Split, conceived by Michele Lowe with book by Lowe and music and lyrics by Zoe Sarnak, starring Santino Fontan…

The Best We Could (a family tragedy) is "captivating and imaginative" by Manhattan Theatre Club

Critics are cheering about #TheBestWeCouldPlay, calling it "incredibly powerful, hilarious and gutting." Don't miss this "captivating and imaginative" new play, now through March 26 only! F…

Shayok Misha Chowdhury Took His Life in India and Turned It Into Public Obscenities by Leah Putnam

The queer Bengali-American playwright explains the personal stories that inspired his hit Off-Broadway Soho Rep play.

Kinetic Lighting Expands Rental Inventory with Ayrton’s Zonda 9 FX by Frank Hammel

Glendale, California-based Kinetic Lighting, Inc. has added 80 Ayrton Zonda 9 FX fixtures to its lighting rental inventory.  ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of Ayrton lightin…

Manhattan School of Music to Give World Premiere to New Musical Paperboy by Logan Culwell-Block

The work features a score by Pump Boys and Dinettes' Jim Wann and David Shenton, with a book by Emily Loesser and Don Stephenson.

Cast Complete for World Premiere of An American Tail Stage Musical at Children's Theatre Company by Andrew Gans

The musical based on the animated film features a book and lyrics by Band's Visit writer Itamar Moses and a score by Michael Mahler and Alan Schmuckler.

Winter Jam 2023 Takes Bandit Lites on Tour by Frank Hammel

Winter Jam, the sensational Christian music tour, has returned to cities across America with an incredible lighting system provided by Bandit Lites. This year’s lineup features Dove-award …

Video: See How the Puppeteers Bring the Tiger to Life in Broadway's Life of Pi by Leah Putnam

Plus, the company chats about the challenges of adapting the best-selling novel for the stage.

Taylor Mac on Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus with Laura Collins-Hughes by Ludlow Lad

Taylor Mac on Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus with Laura Collins-Hughes WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 2023 @ 7PM [EDT]  The Center for Fiction, a 200-year-old literary nonprofit, and TCG will…

Lea Michele Out Sick From Broadway's Funny Girl by Logan Culwell-Block

The Glee star will miss performances March 14 and 15, with her first chance of returning March 17.

Aya Cash on WNBC's New York Live | The Best We Could by Manhattan Theatre Club

Aya Cash appeared on WNBC's New York Live last week to discuss originating her character, her exceptional castmates, and all things #TheBestWeCouldPlay.

Interview: Ana Gasteyer Reveals What Her AMERICAN AUTO Character Would Have Thought of WICKED

From the creator of “Superstore” comes a new workplace comedy that takes the wheels off the automobile industry. BroadwayWorld sat down with Ana Gasteyer to discuss what to expect from…

Get a 1st Look at Life of Pi on Broadway by Margaret Hall

The Olivier winning play began previews at the Gerald Schoenfeld theatre March 9.

The Diane Arbus Centennial by Trav S.D.

Yow! I almost found out too late that today marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Diane Arbus (Diane Nemerov (1923-1971)! It’s pronounced “Dee-ann”, by the way. It’s rare for u…

Watch the Temptations of London's Ain’t Too Proud Perform 'My Girl' by Andrew Gans

The Tony-nominated musical will begin performances at the Prince Edward Theatre March 31.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for FAT HAM on Broadway

Get a first look inside rehearsals for Fat Ham on Broadway!

Meet the Crew | Wardrobe by The Book Of Mormon

“This show has a lot of surprising costumes in it…it is not just white shirts and black pants.” Meet Virginia Ohnesorge, The Book of Mormon's Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor, who has be…

Opera Review: ‘Blue’ presented by The Washington National Opera at the Kennedy Center by Jeannette Mulherin

“Blue,” in its D.C. premiere by The Washington National Opera, elegantly makes use of a centuries’ old art form to tell a 21st century story. It is one with national repercussions, but…

Baby Jessica’s Well-Made Play! by David Walters

Baby Jessica’s Well-Made Play! is individual personal theater allowing you, the sole audience member, the opportunity to make direct human connections

Exclusive Photos: First Look at PACIFIC OVERTURES at Signature Theatre

Get a first look at photos of Pacific Overtures at Signature Theatre!

The Conductor at the Theater for the New City by Edward Kliszus

The Conductor celebrated emotionally charged discourse governed by mutual respect, intellectual rigor, and passionate argument without the hostility, recriminations, and violence sometimes s…

Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show by Victoria Dammer

Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show is an Irish powerhouse of dance, music, and instrumentals in a celebration of life that is a pleasure to experience.

The Coast Starlight by David Walters

By David Walters It’s difficult for me to write a review of a play that I feel is superb in every way. I ask myself what more could I possibly add beyond the five stars and the 100% recomm…

UPenn’s Arthur Ross Gallery presents At the Source: A Courbet Landscape Rediscovered by Emily Schilling

A painting by Gustave Courbet, a fascinating 19th-century French artist, was lost in a Philly basement for decades. Now it gets its due at Arthur Ross Gallery. Emily B. Schilling reviews.

THE STRANGE UNDOING OF PRUDENCIA HART by Brittany Crowell

Prucencia Hart is a piece that charms in its simplicity, while packing a folky punch.  As Prudencia searches for beauty (and begins to let her hair down), the tale of her undoing is one tha…

Musica Viva NY presents The Sorrow and the Beauty by David Walters

Musica Viva NY is a treasured institution that makes living in New York a joy. 

Projected Back in Time as ‘Bob Fosse’s Dancin’ Returns by American Theatre Editors

A former projectionist recalls 3 memorable weeks in the mezzanine on the show's Boston tour stop back in 1979.

How To Defend Yourself by Tulis McCall

The production is directed by three people: Liliana Padilla, Rachel Chavkin and Steph Paul.  Their separate contributions are never made clear.  What was made clear in the program was th…

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Phantom Is the Main Stem's Hottest—and Most Expensive—Ticket by Logan Culwell-Block

The long-running Andrew Lloyd Webber musical will play its final performance next month.

CT theaters want tax credit to lure Broadway pre-tour production by Erica E. Phillips

Connecticut arts leaders are pushing lawmakers to approve a tax break for traveling theater productions that choose to “tech” their shows at one of Connecticut’s six large urban thea…

Immersive THE GREAT GATSBY Sets New Dates for NY Transfer

Immersive Everywhere’s critically immersive production of The Great Gatsby will now begin performances on May 23, and will open on June 15, 2023.

75 Powerful Female Creatives of the 2022-23 Broadway Season by Molly Higgins

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a complete list of women who created shows this season—including directors, composers, choreographers, writers, and designers.

76 Powerful Female Creatives of the 2022-23 Broadway Season by Molly Higgins

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a complete list of women who created shows this season—including directors, composers, choreographers, writers, and designers.

Theatre Review: ‘Sleeping Beauty” at The Puppet Co. at Glen Echo Park by Dr. Mark Dreisonstok

“The King’s daughter shall in her fifteenth year prick herself with a spindle and fall down dead.” Thus reads a frightening line in the Brothers Grimm fairy tale of “Little Briar Ros…

Little Shop of Horrors at Wheaton High School - PLAYBILLder

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BRILLIANT JERKS Southwark, SE1 by Libby Purves and Friends

RIDE A WILD APP    In  a week when tech firms shuddered at the shock demise of their favourite bank, how better to spend 90  minutes  withJoseph Charlton’s exhilarating, fast moving 3…

Broadway Newcomers Fill Seats: ‘A Doll’s House’, ‘Sweeney Todd’, ‘Parade’, ‘Life Of Pi’ & ‘Shucked’ Report Strong Attendance by Greg Evans

A raft of Broadway’s recent arrivals led by Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street helped push the industry’s total box office last week to $28,638,821, up 13.8% from the previou…

Photos: Get a First Look at LIFE OF PI on Broadway

Get a first look at photos of Life of Pi on Broadway!

How Cliff Cardinal’s annoyance with land acknowledgments became a provocative piece of theatre by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

His “sly, funny, charming” solo show about the practice is now playing as “The Land Acknowledgement, or As You Like It” — minus the Shakespeare bait and switch.

Radio 477! review. Ukraine then and now: jazz, destruction and defiance. by New York Theater

In 1929, a group of avant-garde artists in Kharkiv, the second largest city in Ukraine, put on a jazz musical revue called “Hello, This Is Radio 477!” celebrating the city’s lone radio…

Broadway San Diego Announces the 46th Season Lineup by Matthew Herzog

Myles Frost as Michael Jackson in MJ. Photo: Matthew Murphy. Broadway San Diego – a Nederlander presentation, has announced the brand new 46th Season coming to the San Diego Civic Theatre.…

Creative Conners Launches Spotline v2 Hoist by Michael Eddy

Increased capacity and more safety features enable bigger moves with confidence on stage. Creative Conners, Inc., creators of the popular Spikemark™️ stage automation software and Stageh…

Krysta Rodriguez, Alysha Umphress, Richard Kline to Lead Barrington Stage Company's Cabaret by Logan Culwell-Block

The Massachusetts theatre has also added Sanaz Toossi's English to its upcoming season.

Dates Revealed for Lucas Hnath's A Simulacrum at Atlantic Theatre Company by Margaret Hall

The new play from the Doll's House Part 2 playwright begins performances this month.

Broadway Advocacy Coalition and Level Forward Partnering on New Artists Workshop by Margaret Hall

The workshop is designed to provide narrative tools to artists that encourage responsible storytelling throughout entertainment media.

Lyric Opera 2023-24 season: Wagner, ‘Cinderella’ and an opera about a boxer by Chris Jones

Chicago’s Lyric Opera billed the season as a “global tour of opera featuring a richly curated slate of musical events in six different languages.”

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 3/12/23

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 3/12/2023.

Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond and More Talk Parade on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

Parade stars Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond and more discuss the exciting revival of Jason Robert Brown and Alfred Uhry's musical ahead of its Broadway opening on March 16. See the interview…

Euripides persuades us that love is what makes us human | Letter by Guardian Staff

We ruin, waste and trivialise human life by ignoring that, writes Michael Bulley Charlotte Higgins is right to see Medea, in Euripides’s tragedy, as heroic (Greek tragedies like Medea are…

Watch MJ the Musical's Jamaal Fields-Green 'Pull Off the Moonwalk' by Andrew Gans

Cast members from the hit musical celebrated the work of the late Michael Jackson with the students at the Michelle Obama Elementary School.

Tickets Now on Sale for Lucas Hnath's A SIMULACRUM; New Opening Date Announced

Tickets are now on sale for Atlantic Theater Company’s world premiere of A Simulacrum, written by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Dana H.) with Steve Cuiffo, directed by Lucas Hnath.

A Streetcar Named Desire extends West End run by one week by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The West End transfer of A Streetcar Named Desire at the Phoenix Theatre has announced an extra week of performances by popular demand. This post A Streetcar Named Desire ext…

‘A Nice Indian Boy’ is a meet-the-parents comedy that’s too familiar by Celia Wren

At Olney Theatre Center, Madhuri Shekar’s 2014 play benefits from Lynette Rathnam’s impeccable comic timing.

The cast of Ain't Too Proud – The Life And Times Of The Temptations perform 'My Girl' by Official London Theatre

First listen! Check out the cast of #AintTooProud performing the classic Temptations hit My Girl. Limited season begins 31 March. Book tickets: https://bit.ly/3kxeMBA Official London Theat…

Bryan Cranston and Geneva Carr to star as John and Abigail Adams in ‘Taking Liberty’ reading by Caitlin Hornik

“Taking Liberty,” a new play by Emmy Award nominee Georgette Reilly Timoney, will receive a developmental reading on March 17 in New York City. The reading will feature two-time Tony Awa…

The Human Comedy by Steven Morris

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Review: ‘Layalina’ at Goodman Theatre is about the strength of family bonds, from Baghdad to Skokie by Chris Jones

This first full production has vibrant characters, lots of funny family comedy, a delightful central performance from Becca Khalil.

New Dates Set for Immersive THE GREAT GATSBY in NYC

The Gatsby Mansion at the Park Central Hotel New York will become a roaring '20s venue later this spring.

Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen & Ann McNamee's OTHER WORLD To Have Staged Reading This Week

OTHER WORLD, a new musical with an original score and story by Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen and Ann McNamee will present invite-only staged readings on Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17.

9th Annual High School Theatre Festival to Showcase Public Schools by American Theatre Editors

In addition to performances from high schools in all 5 NYC boroughs, teens will back a senior citizen from Nevada who's getting his wish to perform on a Broadway stage.

Theatre Review, On the Road: ‘Sister Act’ at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre by Dr. Mark Dreisonstok

Fans of “Sister Act” will be delighted to know that Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre has brought the musical version of the film to stage in Lancaster, PA. It is based on the 1992 film of the …

Get a 1st Look at Signature's Pacific Overtures in New Trailer by Andrew Gans

The Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman musical plays the D.C.-area venue through April 9.

Gallery: See L Morgan Lee, Reneé Rapp, Celia Rose Gooding, and More Attend Dylan Mulvaney’s Day 365 Live! by Molly Higgins

The one-night-only live streamed event donated proceeds to The Trevor Project to benefit LGBTQ+ youth.

A sensational debut of ‘The Brat Pack’ at NYC’s Birdland by Deb Miller

On Monday evening, The Brat Pack – an all-new act starring top-notch Broadway talents Kathryn Allison (Aladdin; Wicked; Company), Sam Gravitte (Wicked), Luke Hawkins (Xanadu; Harry Connic…

Full Company Confirmed for Zadie Smith's THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN at BAM

BAM has announced the full company for The Wife of Willesden, directed by Indhu Rubasingham at the BAM Harvey Theater. See the full cast, and how to purchase tickets!

Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers presents KyLin’s Garden by Melissa Strong

Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers celebrated its 25th anniversary with two world premieres by company artists, and four reimagined works by the founder, linking past, present, and future. Melissa Strong …

Bryan Cranston and Geneva Carr to Star in Private Reading of Taking Liberty by Leah Putnam

The new play by Georgette Reilly Timoney adapts the letters exchanged by John and Abigail Adams.

Dance Review: ‘Kinetic Crossings’ at Baltimore Theater Project with Deep Vision Dance Company and Saiko Kino by Justin Rustle

This past weekend’s “Kinetic Crossings” at Baltimore Theater Project was a visual feast, featuring performances by Baltimore-based Deep Vision Dance Company and Japanese choreographer …

The Chaos Porn of Gelitin, Young Boy Dancing Group, and Alex Tatarsky by Sam Max

we come to performance to watch people get wrecked and wreck each other in a simulated way, while remaining in the comfort of our own private spectatorship

Wicked Movie Musical Will Hit Cinemas Early by Logan Culwell-Block

We've got an update on when Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande will make their debuts as the witches of Oz.

New musical ‘Other World’ from ‘[title of show]’ team to receive staged readings by Caitlin Hornik

“Other World,” an original musical from Tony Award nominee Hunter Bell and his “[title of show]” collaborator Jeff Bowen, will receive invite-only staged readings in New York City on…

New Post-Apocalyptic Musical From Urinetown's Greg Kotis to Receive NYC Staged Readings by Logan Culwell-Block

Directed by Nathaniel P. Claridad, The End of All Flesh's readings will be open to the public via Out of the Box Theatrics.

WICKED: PART ONE Film Shifts Release Date to Thanksgiving 2024

The first Wicked movie will be released earlier than expected! It stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Grammy Winner Ariana Grande as Glinda, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, alongside Ethan Sla…

Photos: Inside Opening Night of New York Theatre Workshop's HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF

Just last night, New York Theatre Workshop celebrated opening night of How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla. Check out photos from inside the big night!

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Video: Watch Lost Footage of Broadway Greats in ON THE STEPS OF THE SHUBERT

Broadway veteran Kurt Peterson appears in On the Steps of the Shubert, a video commemorating the 50th Anniversary of 'Sondheim: A Musical Tribute'. Narrated by Kurt from the steps inside Br…

NY Premiere of Zadie Smith's The Wife of Willesden Has Its Stars by Leah Putnam

Clare Perkins, currently leading the full returning company at ART, will continue as Alvita in the upcoming BAM run.

5 fun facts about The Sound of Music! Head to @hey_marianne’s TikTok to learn more. ✨ #soundofmusic by Rodgers & Hammerstein

Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen, and Ann McNamee's Other World to Receive NYC Staged Readings by Margaret Hall

The new musical follows two friends suddenly transported into a favorite video game.

Intermezzo: Chamber Music at the Fountain Theatre launches on March 16 by Fountaintheatre

This Thursday, March 16, the Fountain Theatre launches another new entry in its celebrated lineup of dance and music offerings. Intermezzo: Chamber Music at the Fountain is a bi-monthly seri…

Developmental Reading Of TAKING LIBERTY, With Bryan Cranston & Geneva Carr, Will Take Place This Week

Tony Award winner Bryan Cranston (Network, All The Way, AMC's “Breaking Bad”) and Tony nominee Geneva Carr (Hand To God, CBS' “Bull”) will play John and Abigail Adams, respectively, …

Krysta Rodriguez, Alysha Umphress, and Richard Kline Will Star in CABARET at Barrington Stage

Barrington Stage Company has announced that the 2023 season opener, Cabaret (June 18-July 8), will star Krysta Rodriguez, Alysha Umphress, and Richard Kline.

‘A Quick 5’ and More with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Critic and Former Washington Post Dance Writer, Sarah Kaufman by Justin Rustle

And then there was one. In 2015, The Atlantic published an article called “The Death Of The American Dance Critic.” It lamented the fact that, with Gia Kourlas’ departure from Time Out…

The Unanswered Questions: Liberation by New York Philharmonic

For more information visit https://nyphil.org Subscribe at https://www.youtube.com/user/NewYorkPhilharmonic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyphilharmonic Twitter: https://twitter.com/ny…

Why Aren't There More Digital Captures of Broadway Shows?

The recent release of digital captures like Mr. Saturday Night on BroadwayHD, Hamilton on Disney+, Come From Away on Apple Tv+, etc., has many theater fans asking, “Why aren’t there more…

Vari-Lite VL5LED Wash Delivers Vintage Looks and Miami Club-Style Effects for Miley Cyrus by Frank Hammel

Miley Cyrus returned to U.S. screens recently for a massive live-broadcast party with a host of star guests. Taking place at Miami’s Telemundo Studios, it featured classic rock ‘n’ rol…

Mary-Mitchell Campbell Reveals Plans for CITY OF ANGELS and LOVE LIFE at Encores!

Mary-Mitchell Campbell takes over as the  Music Director of Encores! this season. While her energies are currently focused on the first show of the new season (Dear World, led by Donna Mur…

Texts with Romeo… 💕 #andjulietbway by & Juliet Broadway

Come ROAR with us! ✨ #andjulietbway by & Juliet Broadway

Humor & Heart! Go behind the story of & Juliet with our book writer #SchittsCreek’s David West Read! by & Juliet Broadway

But is he a strong enough man to write a stronger woman? #andjulietbway by & Juliet Broadway

Emily Bergl, Alex Wyse, Marchánt Davis, More Join Good Night, Oscar by Margaret Hall

The full company has been announced for the Sean Hayes-led production, coming to Broadway next month.

Remembering the Times Square Two by Trav S.D.

I very much hope to get a chance at a second edition of No Applause at some point. In addition to correcting the spelling of Bud Abbott’s name, and a small handful of other imperfections, …

SDCF Receives $150K Grant; Applications for Theatres to Host Resident Artists Open by Leah Putnam

The Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation's grant will support Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's Lloyd Richards New Futures Residency Program.

Full Cast Announced For GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR as Rehearsals Begin

Broadway rehearsals began yesterday for the upcoming new Broadway play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. Full casting has also been revealed for the production. Learn more about the…

Thornton Wilder, Henrik Ibsen, Abram Hill to Receive Rare Play Readings at Classic Stage Company by Margaret Hall

This series marks the first programming selection from new producing artistic director Jill Rafson.

Riverdance may be coming to a city near you. We found tickets. by Matt Levy

The famed Irish dance show Riverdance is on tour all over North America up until June. Here's how you can get tickets today.

Reviews: Here's What Critics Think of How to Defend Yourself at New York Theatre Workshop by Leah Putnam

College students come together to talk about consent and how to protect themselves in a DIY self-defense class.

The Kite Runner to Embark on North American Tour by Margaret Hall

The stage adaptation of Khaled Hosseini's novel played Broadway in 2022.

Mark Rylance Will Return to the West End in Dr. Semmelweis by Andrew Gans

Tom Morris will direct the production at the Harold Pinter Theatre.

Wheat Ridge Theatre’s bold choice: ‘The Irish Curse’ by Alex Miller

In Martin Casella’s comedy, a group of men confront a tiny little problem

Good Night, Oscar Rounds Out Full Cast by Ruthie Fierberg

Complete casting is set for Good Night, Oscar, a new play by Doug Wright set to arrive on Broadway this spring. The previously announced production, directed by Lisa Peterson, is scheduled…

Jill Christine-Wiley to Star in Indian Premiere of The Sound of Music by Margaret Hall

Wiley is currently playing Maria in the Global Tour of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic.

The Jonas Brothers Begin Broadway Residency March 14 by Margaret Hall

The Grammy-nominated band are playing through their discography in a five-night Broadway residency.

The cast of Only Fools and Horses The Musical perform ‘Bonjour for Now’ by Official London Theatre

It’s not goodbye, it’s ‘Bonjour For Now’. In just six weeks, the Nag’s Head closes its doors for the last time in London’s West End. Book now to experience Theatre Royal Haymarke…

THE KITE RUNNER Will Launch a North American Tour in Spring 2024

The producers of THE KITE RUNNER, a play with music based on Khaled Hosseini's international best-selling novel, are pleased to announce that a North American tour of the acclaimed Broadway …

Photos: Laura Linney, Jessica Hecht and the Cast of SUMMER, 1976 Meet the Press

The cast and creative team of Summer, 1976 met the press yesterday ahead of its first preview set for next month! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out the photos here!

Lewberger Meets Fans Where They Are: Musical Theatre by American Theatre Editors

Though their Off-Broadway show is sold out, the musical trio is still trying new things onstage.

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, March 14, 2023 by Susan Grace

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Hamilton UK Tour | Tickets and Venues – Book Hamilton tour tickets now by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Having conquered Broadway and London's West End, the Hamilton UK Tour is announced starting in late 2023. Tickets are now on sale. This post Hamilton UK Tour | Tickets and Ve…

Broadway’s ‘The Kite Runner’ Announces North American Tour by Matthew Herzog

‘The Kite Runner’ (Broadway Production). The producers of The Kite Runner, a play with music based on Khaled Hosseini’s international best-selling novel, have announce that a North Ame…

For Pi Day: The Mathematicians of Travalanche by Trav S.D.

Today (3.14) is joshingly celebrated now as Pi Day (as distinct from Pie Day) and we thought we would take the opportunity to point out the tiny number (ha, I said “number”) of mathemati…

How Sean Daniels Stages Recovery, One Show at a Time by American Theatre Editors

The writer-director, who now helms Florida Studio Theatre's Recovery Project, is taking a multi-pronged approach to fighting the stigma of addiction with theatre.

‘Good Night, Oscar’ rounds out full cast by Ruthie Fierberg

Complete casting is set for “Good Night, Oscar,” a new play by Doug Wright set to arrive on Broadway this spring. The previously announced production, directed by Lisa Peterson, is sched…

Everything we know so far about the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard by Kitty Underwood

As the date is fast approaching, we've put together this handy article with all the information you could ever want to know about the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard. The post Everything…

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - BroadwayRadio

New York Theatre Workshop Will Host “Are We There Yet?” https://www.playbill.com/article/verbatim-theatre-work-documenting-teenage-ukrainian-refugee- ...

Chuck Dluhy is one DC actor to ‘WATCH’ this awards season by Kendall Mostafavi

A conversation spotlighting his years of work, past and present recognitions, and love and affection for community theater.

Snobbery about audience behaviour stifles theatre – it’s a collective experience | Arifa Akbar by Arifa Akbar

Distracting behaviour, from eating noisily to using mobile phones, is a vexed issue. But the chorus of disapproval often suggests elitism and overlooks theatre’s history The recent debate …

Survival and Spectacle: A Review of “Carmen” at Lyric Opera by Dennis Polkow

J'Nai Bridges is making a homecoming of sorts with an iconic role that is becoming signature for her, Carmen.

‘Clever, funny & frustratingly relevant’: BRILLIANT JERKS – Southwark Playhouse ★★★★ by Fairy Powered Productions

Joseph Charlton’s witty and incisive play Brilliant Jerks at the Southwark Playhouse portrays the evolution of a brilliant idea into a multi-billion-dollar ride-hailing app, laying bare th…

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, March 14, 2023 by Ashley Steves

Oscar Winners And Performances, Frost Out And Johnson In At “MJ,” Michele Joins “Ragtime” Concert “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top t…

Le Petit’s ‘Cat’ revives original Williams ending by Alan Smason

By ALAN SMASON, WYES-TV Theatre Critic (“Steppin’ Out“) There’s something to be said when a major New Orleans staple like Tennessee Williams’ Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is able to been …

Artists and footballers warm up for Manchester international festival by Shaad D'souza

A Janelle Monáe residency, work by Yayoi Kusama and Ryuichi Sakamoto and a collaboration between footballer Juan Mata and artist Tino Sehgal kick off at this summer’s event A group show …

Wake Up With BWW 3/14: Lea Michele Joins RAGTIME Benefit, MJ Finds a New Michael, and More!

Top stories: Lea Michele joins Ragtime benefit, MJ finds a new Michael Jackson, complete casting for The Cottage, and more!

11 fun things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend, March 16-19 by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Ahead of his Pittsburgh Symphony appearance, 'White Lotus' and 'Amadeus' actor F. Murray Abraham discusses musicality in acting by Jeremy Reynolds / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

This week, Murray appears with the Pittsburgh Symphony in Mozart’s “Requiem,” his final — unfinished — composition.

VINYL TAP By Peter Filichia

My turntable is spinning again. Recent vinyl reissues of some vintage cast albums and vinyl debuts of some new ones have me dropping a tone arm and stylus – the fancy term for needle – o…

Stage Version of Santiago Requejo’s Hit Short ‘All in Favor’ Bowing in Buenos Aires, Feature Film Version in Development (EXCLUSIVE) by Emeza805

Santiago Requejo has not only turned his hit short, “All in Favor,” into a theatrical play set to premiere in Buenos Aires in April, he’s also working on a feature film version. The aw…

Why Is Bronislava Nijinska Still Waiting in the Wings? by Marina Harss

With a new biography and a production of “Les Noces,” the time has come to reconsider the choreographer, whose work and reputation have languished since .

Victorian Opera and Opera Australia team up for historic collaboration by Aussie Theatre

A lavish premiere staging of Mozart’s epic Idomeneo will arrive on the shores of St Kilda this July in a

Sweeney Todd 2023 Revival Limited Edition Official Opening Night Playbill

Free Shipping on all Playbills within the United States via domestic ground. "Sweeney Todd" will open Sunday, March 26th, 2023 at the Lunt-Fontanne ...

Sydney Fringe is on the hunt for creatives with a story to tell! by Aussie Theatre

Sydney Fringe is on the hunt for creatives with a story to tell or a show that must go on.

“’Tasha” Tackles Raw Racism—at 3Girls by Patricia L. Morin

Cat Brooks Offers One Woman’s View of Horrifying Police Brutality by Patricia L. Morin and Karen Marguerite Caronna We are immediately greeted, entering Z Below’s intimate space, to a ph…

Becoming Eliza starring Anna O’Byrne heading to Melbourne by Aussie Theatre

Australian-grown international star soprano Anna O’Byrne brings her critically acclaimed one-woman show Becoming Eliza home to Melbourne for one performance

Baz Luhrmann’s plans for an Elvis stage musical by James Kennedy

Baz Luhrmann is an Australian film, television, and theater director, writer, and producer. He is best known for directing visually

Gold Coast gets set for an 8-night laugh fest by Aussie Theatre

The annual GC Laughs Festival returns to HOTA, Home of the Arts this Friday March 17, with two additional events

RISING ANNOUNCES 2023 PROGRAM: music, food, art and culture – under moonlight in the heart of Melbourne by Aussie Theatre

A festival that you do in the city that does it best—art, culture, food and music under moonlight: RISING today

On the Couch with Samantha Clarke

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‘I did standup with my baby strapped to me’ – the comics motherhood can’t stop by Rachael Healy

Some lied. Some hid it. And few even mined it for jokes. Becoming a mum used to be near-fatal to a comedian’s career. But now, in a Mother’s Day special, we meet the new wave taking on t…

La Cage Aux Folles returns to Sydney

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London's Immersive Guys and Dolls Opens March 14 by Andrew Gans

Nicholas Hytner directs the new production starring Daniel Mays, Andrew Richardson, Celinde Schoenmaker, and Marisha Wallace at The Bridge Theatre.

Drew Gehling is Dr. Orin Scrivello in Off-Broadway Little Shop of Horrors Beginning March 14 by Logan Culwell-Block, Andrew Gans

The Waitress and Almost Famous star joins the Howard Ashman-Alan Menken musical at the Westside Theatre.

The West Wing's Joshua Malina Stars in Broadway's Leopoldstadt Beginning March 14 by Leah Putnam

Malina takes over the role from original Broadway cast member David Krumholtz.

Paint the Town Rouge in PERTH/BOORLOO by Moulin Rouge! The Musical

We painted the town ROUGE in Perth/Boorloo for our Opening performance on 26 February 2023. Did you see a red venue? #MoulinRougeTheMusical #Perth #Boorloo #thebelltower #elizabethquay #yag…

Review Roundup: HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF at New York Theatre Workshop

New York Theatre Workshop presents How to Defend Yourself by Liliana Padilla (TWITCH), co-directed by Tony Award-winning NYTW Usual Suspect Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown), Susan Smith Blackburn…

Review Roundup: THE COAST STARLIGHT Opens At Lincoln Center Theater

Lincoln Center Theater presents THE COAST STARLIGHT. The new play is written by Keith Bunin, directed by Tyne Rafaeli and opens on Monday, March 13 at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater. Read re…

Animal Logic Entertainment supports NIDA Scholarship program

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THE DANCE ENTHUSIAST ASKS: Tiffany Rea-Fisher on the Adirondack Diversity Initiative, Her Purchase Conservatory Education, Emerge125, and Dancers' Tr by The Dance Enthusiast

In THE DANCE ENTHUSIAST ASKS: Tiffany Rea-Fisher on the Adirondack Diversity Initiative,  Her Purchase Conservatory Education, Emerge125, and Dancers' Transferable Skills:  "One of the man…