Kristin Chenoweth-led ‘Queen of Versailles’ musical will play Broadway-aimed run in Boston by Michael Abourizk

F. Murray Abraham will be featured alongside Chenoweth, who also serves as producer.

Alice Tovey: Not Like The Other Ghouls

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Review: Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy at Vineyard Theatre by Loren Noveck

A piece of digital theater from the depths of the pandemic feels different in three dimensions. Loren Noveck reviews. The post Review: Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy at Vineyard Thea…

How to Dance in Ohio curtain call by bwaySHO

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On the Couch with Emma Pearson

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The Good Soldier Švejk and His Fortunes in the First World War by Joel Benjamin

The Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre (CAMT) is presenting “an innovative re-interpretation of a classic, combining live performances with puppets” at the resourceful Theater for …

Legally Blonde The Musical is “Omigod You Guys” at the Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre by Bill Hirschman

 By Britin Haller Omigod you guys, Legally Blonde the Musical is so much fun! The original motion picture with Reese Witherspoon is cute with a laugh or three, but likely not for everyone. …

Cricket The Musical

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Review Roundup: RUSSIAN TROLL FARM Opens at At Vineyard Theatre

See what the critics are saying about Russian Troll Farm at Vineyard Theatre.

Jungle Book Reimagined

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Review Roundup: OH, MARY! Opens at the Lucille Lortel Theatre

See what the critics are saying about the world premiere of Oh, Mary! at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

Oh, Mary! by David Walters

Cole Escola is effulgence (a state of being bright and radiant; splendor, brilliance) in their writing, acting, singing, and dancing. If you know any of their other work, it's possible to se…

Russian Troll Farm by Tulis McCall

Gancher's writing is mesmerizing and brave.  This is gorgeous ensemble, directed with skill and grace.  The result? A production that says, " Put on your Big Person Pants and get over here…

OH, MARY! A First-Rate First Lady Campsterpiece — Review

Theatrely's Off-Broadway review of Oh, Mary! starring and written by Cole Escola and directed by Sam Pinkleton.

‘Russian Troll Farm’ Review: A Stream of Memes, Eroding Trust in Democracy by Jesse Green

An unlikely dark comedy imagines the people pushing #PizzaGate, Donald Trump and who knows what next.

‘Oh, Mary!’ review: Wild West Wing comedy is the funniest show in town by Johnny Oleksinski

Director Sam Pinkleton stages this fabulously overdramatic display with both scrappiness and sheen.

Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy ****, Our Class **** by Barry Gordin

By: David Sheward February 8, 2024: The line between the truth and fake news becomes a blurry limbo pole the characters dance around, above and below in Sarah Gancher’s brilliantly rele…

Russian Troll Farm Off-Broadway Review by New York Theater

Much has changed – and nowhere near enough has changed – since I first saw “Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy,” a play by Sarah Gancher based on a frightening true story: How th…

Fish Amethyst

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Oh, Mary!: Cole Escola As The Ludicrously Marvelous Mrs. Lincoln by Steven Suskin

★★★★☆ Uproarious farce sheds new light on the War Between the States, or at least the War Between the Lincolns The post Oh, Mary!: Cole Escola As The Ludicrously Marvelous Mrs. Lin…

Oh, Mary!: First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln on a Sometimes Funny Rampage by David Finkle

★★★☆☆ Cole Escola writes and stars, Sam Pinkleton directs, Conrad Ricamora is Mary's bamboozled husband The post Oh, Mary!: First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln on a Sometimes Funny Rampag…

Russian Troll Farm: The Hijinks Are Far from Hilarious by Sandy MacDonald

★★☆☆☆ Poke a troll and you might discover its soft underbelly. The post Russian Troll Farm: The Hijinks Are Far from Hilarious appeared first on New York Stage Review.

Sierra Boggess and Josh Grisetti to Star in INUNDATED Developmental Readings

The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of InunDATED, A New Musical. See who is starring, and learn more about the production here.

Special Episode: Julie Benko on the ‘Euphonic Gumbo’ of New Orleans Music by Matt Tamanini

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with the star of both “Funny Girl” and “Harmony” on Broadway Julie Benko. Just one week after closing “Harmony,” Julie is b…

Miriam Margolyes brings her new live stage show to Australia in 2024

The post Miriam Margolyes brings her new live stage show to Australia in 2024 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Meet Darren Criss, Rita Moreno, Jason Alexander & More Through ACLU Charitybuzz Auctions

The ACLU of Southern California is currently hosting a Charitybuzz auction featuring experiences with Meet Darren Criss, Rita Moreno, Jason Alexander and more.

Photos: See Josh Radnor & More in Rehearsals for THE ALLY at The Public Theater

Get a first look inside rehearsals for The Ally at The Public Theater starring Josh Radnor and more.

Creative Australia reveals first details of Archie Moore’s presentation at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia

The post Creative Australia reveals first details of Archie Moore’s presentation at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia appeared first on Australian Arts Revie…

Something's Afoot: Set Design With Carey Wong by The 5th Avenue Theatre

Learn about the intricacies of set design with Carey Wong as he spills the paint... we mean secrets! Something's Afoot play at The 5th Avenue Theatre March 1-24. https://www.5thavenue.org/s…

THE APIARY World Premiere Extends at Second Stage Theater

Second Stage Theater’s world premiere production of Kate Douglas’ THE APIARY, directed by Kate Whoriskey, has been extended one week. See who is starring and learn how to purchase ticket…

Jasmine Amy Rogers, Matt Bogart & More to Star in LADY ANNABELLA Industry Reading

Jasmine Amy Rogers & more will star in an industry reading of Lady Annabella. Learn more about the show.

Justin Bartha & Kelli Giddish to Star in MAYBE TOMORROW Benefit Performance

Kelli Giddish and Justin Bartha will star in Maybe Tomorrow by Max Mondi, as part of Abingdon Theatre Company's DMW Greer One Night Only Series.

SMASH: Let Me Be Your Star by bwaySHO

Let me be your STAR! SHO thrilled I got to attend the 1st open rehearsal for SMASH! I’ll leave the singing to this stunning cast ⭐️ #SMASH #letmebeyourstar #fadeinonagirl #openrehears…

SMASH Opening Rehearsal by bwaySHO

SMASH invited a select group of theatergoers with a lottery to see the open rehearsal. We were the first group to see SMASH performed on stage. Let me be your star! See you at the SHO! …

Bravo TV's RHONYC Dorinda Medley Sings 'Sweet Caroline' on Stage with Cast of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE

Dorinda Medley is best known as a cast member on the Bravo reality television series The Real Housewives of New York City, in which she starred from 2015 to 2020, but she's also a huge Neil …

Sierra Boggess and Josh Grisetti to Star in Free Readings of InunDATED, A New Musical by Andrew Gans

Christine Pedi will direct for the York Theatre Company's Developmental Reading Series.

Jasmine Amy Rogers to Lead Reading of New Musical Lady Annabella by Meg Masseron

The musical comedy comes from singer-songwriter sibling duo Peter Cincotti and Pia Cincotti.

WICKED Prequel Book by Gregory Maguire Set For October Release; Pre-Order 'Elphie: A Wicked Childhood' Now

Gregory Maguire – who wrote the 1995 novel that inspired the Broadway musical Wicked – is releasing a new prequel to the beloved story. While plot details for the upcoming 272-page insta…

Your First Look at DCPA's Cebollas by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

Get your tickets today: https://www.denvercenter.org/tickets-events/cebollas/ Yolie, Celia, and Tere are three sisters forced to take an unexpected road trip from Albuquerque to Denver. Sp…

COMING TO CINEMAS: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert by Rodgers & Hammerstein

See you at the cinema! 🍿 My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert premieres on the big screen in the UK & Ireland on 14 and 18 February. Buy your tickets now…

WHAT'S EATING GILBERT GRAPE Musical Will Get Developmental Workshop at MCC

MCC will hold a developmental workshop for a musical adaptation of Peter Hedges' 1991 novel What's Eating Gilbert Grape.

Scott Bakula Is Back Singing On Stage by Talaura Harms

After 35 years, the television star and Tony nominee returns to the New York stage in Jason Robert Brown’s The Connector.

Gregory Maguire Writing New Wicked Prequel Elphie by Margaret Hall

The novel is due to release shortly before the first part of the screen version of the Broadway favorite hits movie theatres.

Carol Channing Collection Acquired by the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts by Margaret Hall

The late actor's estate has given nearly 200 boxes of archival materials to the Billy Rose Theatre Division.

The Apiary, Featuring Taylor Schilling, Extends Off-Broadway by Darryn King

The world-premiere production of The Apiary, a new comedy written by Kate Douglas, has extended its off-Broadway run by one week. Currently in previews, the show has its official opening on …

ESTA Launches Revamped NATEAC Website by Michael Eddy

ESTA is excited to unveil the brand-new NATEAC website at NATEAC.org! There, you’ll find the latest conference information, including an explanation of this year’s theme, Access, and sch…

Space Explorers: THE INFINITE at the DCPA by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

GET TICKETS https://theinfiniteexperience.world/en/denver DCPA Off-Center presents: Space Explorers: THE INFINITE! Experience the immersive space sensation at Stanley Marketplace now - Ma…

Back to the Roots – Chris Glatthor with Cameo on Rea Garvey’s Club Tour by Michael Eddy

Rea Garvey is one of the best-known musicians in Germany and is a guest on the biggest stages and festivals year after year. An arena tour for his new album "Halo" has already been announced…

Harpa Invests in Robe FORTES by Michael Eddy

Harpa – Iceland’s premier concert hall and conference centre, located in capital city Reykjavik – has invested in 48 x new Robe FORTE moving lights which will be utilised in their 1600…

Theatre Review: ‘Anton in Show Business,’ presented by The Arlington Players at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre by Anne Valentino

  Jane Martin is the pseudonym for a playwright who, among other honors, has been a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. That very same anonymous “Jane Martin” is the author of “Anton in …

Dorinda Medley Sings "Sweet Caroline" w/ Broadway Cast | THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE by A Beautiful Noise Musical

When Dorinda Medley from Bravo TV's Real Housewives of New York City came to see A Beautiful Noise on Broadway, Amber Ardolino invited her onstage to sing "Sweet Caroline" with the cast. Th…

Fascinating Aida, London Palladium review - celebrating 40 glorious years of filth and defiance by Helen Hawkins

Age has not withered one jot the FAs' fury at the absurdities of modern life You don’t expect a couple of septuagenarian contraltos, aided by a spring chicken of a soprano in her fifties,…

THE NOTEBOOK Annouces Broadway Lottery And Rush Ticket Policies

The new Broadway musical The Notebook, based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film, begins preview performances this Saturday, February 10 at the Schoenfe…

THE NOTEBOOK Begins Broadway Previews This Saturday, February 10th - Lottery And Rush Ticket Policies Announced

A limited number of seats for The Notebook will be available via Digital Lottery and in person Rush.

 Mauricio Martínez: 5’11” by Holli Harms

Mauricio Martinez, Mexican actor and singer, winner of an International Emmy, is one brilliant artist/performer.

Rob Madge’s My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?) Cancels Spring Broadway Run by Hayley Levitt

My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?), Rob Madge’s comedic solo show, has canceled its upcoming Broadway performances. The play was originally scheduled to begin previews February 27 a…

Wilko review – the life and riffs of a pub rock pioneer, with a stonking star turn by David Jays

Queen’s theatre, HornchurchJonathan Maitland’s drama about the Dr Feelgood guitarist, played by Johnson Willis, is a nostalgic celebration of an Essex legend ‘It’s not a jukebox musi…

New York Theatre Barn Will Spotlight New Musicals A Whisper Called Freedom and Spectrum by Meg Masseron

The presentation of the new works will be followed by a conversation moderated by Artistic Director Joe Barros.

A Circus Robot’s Death-Defying Act  by Tjaša Ferme, Josh Corn

By Tjaša Ferme, Josh Corn. This week, Tjaša speaks with Josh Corn, a true renaissance man. He uses technology to tell absurd and subversive stories about humanity.

Why should audiences come see #TheApiaryPlay? by Second Stage Theater

SCARLETT DREAMS By S. Asher Gelman To Open At Greenwich House Theatre

Scarlett Dreams will have its world premiere at Greenwich House Theatre this April. The cast will include Brittany Bellizeare, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Caroline Lellouche, and Borris Anthony Yo…

Video: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Company Gets Ready for Broadway

In this video, watch as the company of Water for Elephants meets the press ahead of the start of previews on Broadway.

Sutton Stracke Travels to Spain With Merce Cunningham’s Ashes by Gia Kourlas

The current season of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” meets Merce Cunningham in an incongruous mash-up of reality TV and modern dance.

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Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for Tim Price's Nye at London's National, Starring Michael Sheen by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Charting the creation of Britain's National Health Service, the new work is directed by Rufus Norris.

Joe Tapper and Sean Daniels on Recovering From Alcoholism, And Doing a Play About It by Meg Masseron

Both the performer and the playwright of the Off-Broadway play The White Chip sees art as a tool for healing.

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2024 Season (Teaser) | Stratford Festival by Stratford Festival

Here's your first look at our #2024Season! We can't wait to share it with you 💫 Performances begin in April! Explore the season and plan your next theatre adventure now ⬇️ https://ww…

‘My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?)’ Postpones Broadway Debut by Rebecca Rubin

“My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?)” has postponed its Broadway debut. The comedic play, which premiered on London’s West End, will open next season instead of this spring. The …

Adrienne Warren, Max von Essen, and Jessica Vosk to Perform in THE NEW YORK POPS at Carnegie Hall

Adrienne Warren, Max von Essen, and Jessica Vosk will perform in The New York Pops 2024-2025 season at Carnegie Hall.

My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do) Postpones Broadway Debut by Margaret Hall

Rob Madge's solo show was scheduled for a 16-week Broadway run at the Lyceum.

Jonathan Norton Talks About Taking Audiences to Church in His Hilarious New Comedy I Am Delivered’T

Broadway Run Postponed for My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?)

MY SON'S A QUEER (BUT WHAT CAN YOU DO?) Reschedules Broadway Run

My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) will be calling off its Broadway Run at the Lyceum Theater. Performances were set to begin later this month on February 27th.

Video: ALADDIN's Michael James Scott Kicks Off Black History Month at Disney World

Earlier this week, Broadway star and Orlando native Michael James Scott kicked off Walt Disney World Resort’s Black History Month celebration as the grand marshal in a magical parade at Ma…

London Hit ‘My Son’s A Queer’ Cancels Imminent Broadway Run; Producers Aim For Next Season by Greg Evans

My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?), playwright/performer Rob Madge’s acclaimed West End play, has canceled its imminent Broadway run. Producers say that the production will open on …

Rooftop Moments with Merrily We Roll Along’s Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe and Lindsay Mendez by Darryn King

At the end of the Stephen Sondheim-Hugh Wheeler musical Merrily We Roll Along, three characters meet on a rooftop after nightfall. It’s the innocent, idealistic beginning of a friendship t…

Photos: See Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California in London's West End by Margaret Hall

The piece reunites Butterworth with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed The Ferryman.

Black History Month Spotlight: Two-Time Pulitzer Prize-Winning Playwright Lynn Nottage by Hayley Levitt

Throughout the month of February, The Broadway Show is celebrating some of the theater industry’s most influential Black artists. This week, the spotlight is on playwright Lynn Nottage. N…

Mint Theater's World Premiere Production of Becomes a Woman to Stream for Free by Margaret Hall

The previously unpublished and unproduced 1930 play by Betty Smith premiered Off-Broadway in 2023.

Photos: Take a Look at Evan Rachel Wood and Darren Criss in Off-Broadway's Little Shop of Horrors by Andrew Gans, Talaura Harms

The hit revival of the Alan Menken and Howard Ashman musical continues at the Westside Theatre.

MY SON'S A QUEER (BUT WHAT CAN YOU DO?) Postpones Broadway Run

BroadwayWorld has learned that My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) has been postponed to next Broadway season instead of this spring as previously announced.

Don’t Miss These New Broadway Shows for 2024

It’s a new year, and there is excitement in the air on Broadway as producers are ready to present a fresh crop of productions of groundbreaking new musicals, award-winning plays, and highl…

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Congo Square Exec Director Charlique C. Rolle to Step Down by American Theatre Editors

She'll leave in March after 4 four years in the role.

Manhattan Theatre Club Unveils 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup by Logan Culwell-Block

The NYC company will develop new works by a.k. payne, Aurora Real de Asua, and Dipika Guha.

Original Rent Stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp to Return to 54 Below This Summer by Andrew Gans

The duo will return to the intimate nightspot following sold-out shows in January.

Indigenous Musical Distant Thunder to Release Single 'Strong Enough' on Streaming Platforms by Meg Masseron

The song chronicles three kids running away from their reservation, only to realize their strength and identity lie within their community.

Edinburgh Lord Provost to Serve as Ambassador for Edinburgh Festival Fringe by Margaret Hall

The honorary position will expand the international scope of the Fringe.

Photos: First Look at Darren Criss & Evan Rachel Wood in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Check out new production images of Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe Award nominated star Evan Rachel Wood as Audrey, and Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe Award winner Darren Criss as Seymour in the…

Hennepin Theatre Trust Announces the 2024-2025 Season by Matthew Herzog

Shubshri Kandiah (Belle) & Brendan Xavier (Beast). Photo: Daniel Boud. Hennepin Theatre Trust unveiled its 2024-2025 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season, featuring 11 Broadway …

Sofia Coppola Loves STEREOPHONIC

Academy Award Nominees Celine Song and Sofia Coppola got to chatting about Stereophonic, coming to Broadway this season.

Ed Warren & CHAUVET Professional Bring Flower Power to The Lottery Winners by Michael Eddy

It is close to impossible to improve on the power a flower must give rise to warm feelings and good thoughts, but Ed Warren managed to do just that when he lit The Lottery Winners’ recent …

Jasmine Rice LaBeija to Play Hillary Clinton in Five: The Parody Musical

The 2024 Jimmy Awards to Showcase Students From 51 Regional Awards Programs by Hayley Levitt

The Broadway League Foundation has announced the 51 regional awards programs that will be participating in the 2024 Jimmy Awards, a showcase of high school musical theater talent. Now in its…

Orchestrator Joseph Joubert Is the Man Deciding What The Wiz Sounds Like in the 21st Century by Hayley Levitt

“I can do a little taste of something from the show,” Joseph Joubert tells Broadway.com Editor-in-Chief Paul Wontorek after chatting about The Wiz for The Broadway Show. Joubert, arrange…

Kristin Chenoweth and F. Murray Abraham Set for Pre-Broadway Premiere of Stephen Schwartz's The Queen of Versailles in Boston by Darryn King

The Queen of Versailles, a new musical reuniting Wicked composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz with Tony and Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, will have its world premiere at Boston's Emer…

Original Rent Stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp Will Return to 54 Below

Take Your Kids to See a Broadway Show for Free this February

It’s winter, and if you think you’re a little stir-crazy stuck inside avoiding the chill, can you imagine how your kids feel? But by the middle of February, you’ve taken them to all th…

Photos: First Look at Jonathan Bennett as 'Sir Robin' in SPAMALOT

Jonathan Bennett recently made his Broadway debut as the charmingly cowardly Sir Robin in SPAMALOT, succeeding Michael Urie. See photos of him in action here!

Meet Hillary Clinton... in Off-Broadway's Upcoming Parody Musical Five by Logan Culwell-Block

Ivana... Marla... Melania... Stormy... Ivanka... Can you guess the theme of this new political musical?

MCC Theater Developing What's Eating Gilbert Grape Musical Featuring Songs by Bandits on the Run, Christopher Sears by Logan Culwell-Block

The indie-folk-pop-Americana band is made up of Sydney Shepherd, Adrian Blake Enscoe, and Regina Strayhorn.

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Three Latina sisters take a wild road trip in new dramatic comedy at Denver Center by Lisa Kennedy

“Cebollas” --  Spanish for onion — stays true to its meaning.

Kwame Kwei-Armah Will Step Down as Artistic Director of London’s Young Vic

Girl From the North Country at the Peace Center by Edwin Arnaudin

The Bob Dylan jukebox musical is a treat for fans and the uninitiated alike.

Water for Elephants Author Sara Gruen Entrusts Broadway With Her Story of Chosen Family Under the Big Top by Hayley Levitt

Sara Gruen was halfway through writing a different book when Water for Elephants seized control of her imagination. On February 7, 2003, The Chicago Tribune published a piece about elusive c…

James Dean: Young Man in a Hurry by Trav S.D.

You see what I did there, right? It wasn’t easy. Just TRY to find an unglamorous photograph of James Dean (1931-1955). Naturally, to focus my search, I went to “as old man in Giant“, c…

Video: Boy George Sings Culture Club Songs as Part of MOULIN ROUGE! MegaMix

Boy George joined the cast of Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, beginning earlier this week. Some of the iconic songs of Culture Club were added to the show's curtain call MegaMix! Check out the vi…

Kristin Chenoweth to Star in Broadway-Bound Stephen Schwartz Musical, The Queen of Versailles

Scotland Musical Theatre Writing Residency to Launch in March by Margaret Hall

A program of Dundee Rep Theatre and Cove Park, the residency is a two-week program for book writers, composers, and lyricists from the U.K., India, and the US.

Up on the Marquee: THE WHO'S TOMMY

Check out new photos of the Broadway marquee for The Who's Tommy at the Nederlander Theatre.

THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Announces Pre-Broadway World Premiere Engagement At Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre

Performances for the strictly limited five-week engagement of The Queen of Versailles are set to begin at Boston’s historic Emerson Colonial Theatre this summer.

Broadway Lights Will Dim Honoring Chita Rivera by Sandi Durell

The Broadway League has announced that the committee of theater owners will dim Broadway marquee lights in honor of Chita Rivera, who passed away on Jan. 30 at the age of 91. The lights of …

Warner Music CEO Says Their Deal With TikTok Is “Fair,” Believes Universal Impasse Will Be Resolved by Caitlin Huston

Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl said his company remains happy with their deal with TikTok and he believes the social media platform and Universal Music Group will also come to an agreem…

Video: Get a Sneak Peek at the Acrobatics in Broadway's Water for Elephants by Molly Higgins

The high-flying musical adaptation begins previews February 24, 2024.

Laurie Kynaston Replaces Anthony Boyle in West End's Long Day's Journey Into Night by Andrew Gans

The cast of the upcoming production also features Brian Cox, Patricia Clarkson, and Daryl McCormack.

Kwame Kwei-Armah Stepping Away From Young Vic Theatre; Reveals His Final Season by Logan Culwell-Block

The London theatre will present a new musical from Elvis Costello and Sarah Ruhl, the U.K. debut of Passing Strange, and more in 2024.

Kristin Chenoweth, Melody Butiu, Nina White, More to Lead Boston Premiere of Stephen Schwartz Musical The Queen of Versailles by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

The new work is inspired by real-life beauty queen and socialite Jacqueline "Jackie" Siegel.

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New Kids on the Block’s Joey McIntyre Returns to ‘Drag: The Musical’ (EXCLUSIVE) by Marc Malkin

New Kids on the Block’s Joey McIntyre is returning to the award-winning “Drag: The Musical.” McIntyre reprises the role of Tom Hutchinson, which he originated in the 2022 launch of the…

From Sarah Snook to Suzie Miller: how a tiny Sydney stage launched Australian greats by Steve Dow

A crucible for playwrights and actors for more than 50 years, the Stables is closing for an $11m renovation. Some of the theatre’s many alumni reflect on its early days Get our weekend cul…

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’s Cara Ricketts Goes From Hedda and Hippolyta to Hermione by Darryn King

Cara Ricketts has performed countless juicy roles in some of the greatest works written in the English language: Portia in Julius Caesar, Hippolyta in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Celia in A…

THEATER COLUMN by Sandi Durell

Amy Ryan/DOUBT – Existentialism/LaMaMa – Threshold Al Fresco/Bryant Park – Scarlett Dreams/Greenwich House Theatre – Hell’s Kitchen Cast – Blackburn Prize Winners – Wayne Brady…

Kristin Chenoweth-Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Will Have Pre-Broadway Run in Boston This Summer

New Stephen Schwartz musical, The Queen of Versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth, will have its pre-Broadway run in Boston this summer! Learn more about this new musical and find out when y…

This Week's New Classifieds- Jobs in Stage Management, Finance, and More

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/8/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

CONSTANT STANISLAVSKI (159) by Robert Shuman

The words and wisdom of Constantin Stanislavski: The false acting of passions, or of types, or the mere use of conventional gestures,—these are frequent faults in our profession. But you m…

Cole Escola Is Oh, Mary!, Opening Off-Broadway February 8 by Logan Culwell-Block

Conrad Ricamora co-stars as President Abraham Lincoln in the new dark comedy.

Clé Holly's FOUR to Receive NYC Industry Presentation by Molly Higgins

KM Jones will direct the play with music, which follows an established string quartet with an uncertain future.

The 1/52 Project is working to diversify the pipeline of professional designers by Naveen Kumar

Founded by Tony Award winner Beowulf Boritt, the project links established designers with aspiring ones through grants and mentorship.

Playwright Kwame Kwei-Armah to step down as Young Vic artistic director by Naomi Clarke and Jabed Ahmed

Kwame Kwei-Armah became first African-Caribbean director to lead a major British theatre when he took over from David Lan in 2018

New York Pops 2024-2025 Season-Adrienne Warren, Max von Essen, Jessica Vosk, Tony DeSare by Sandi Durell

 The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, announced its 2024-2025 season of performances in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.  On Friday,…

Collective Empathy: A Preview of Alex Edelman’s “Just For Us” at Steppenwolf Theatre by Carl Kozlowski

Edelman is bringing the full ninety-minute show back to Chicago, making the leap from a comedy club to a ten-night run of shows from February 15-25 at the internationally renowned Steppenwol…

Today on Broadway: Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024 by Matt Tamanini

‘Hell’s Kitchen’ Announces Broadway Stars, Critics Review JRB’s ‘The Connector,’ ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ Performs on ‘Kelly Clarkson’ “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday…

Nanny review – light comedy about the dreams and day jobs of a double act by Gareth Llŷr Evans

Bristol Old VicThis play with songs has pleasing performances but needs a clearer idea of what it wants to satirise A comedy double act since their university days and now working as nannies…

Theatre needs risk-takers like Kwame Kwei-Armah whose Young Vic has been dynamite | Arifa Akbar by Arifa Akbar

The first African Caribbean figure to lead a major British theatre has announced his departure but his bold approach must remain Kwame Kwei-Armah’s decision to step down from the helm of t…

Kwame Kwei-Armah Will Step Down From the Young Vic; Final Season Lineup Revealed!

Kwame Kwei-Armah has announced his final season at the Young Vic Theatre. His final production as Young Vic Artistic Director will be the world premiere of A Face in the Crowd, a new product…

2023 - 2024 Musical Logos: How To Dance In Ohio by JK

Unfortunately, time was not on our side when it came to seeing How To Dance In Ohio, as the show will close before our next chance to get to New York. But that won't stop us from taking a cl…

Loyalty Report: February 8, 2024 by Audience Rewards

Bibbity Bobbity Boutique! Is it worth it? YES ! What a Magic Kingdom treat for kids! Ep. 203 by Framily Travel

Join The Broadway Bradshaws as they have a very special morning at the BIBBITY BOBBITY BOUTIQUE with the Fairy Godmother in training ASHLEY KAROLYS! Ashley is truly Disney Magic personifie…

Candace Bushnell: True Tales of Sex, Success and Sex and the City review – racy, raw and riotous by Hollie Richardson

London PalladiumThe fabulously gifted raconteur charts her stellar career with plenty of spit-out-your-wine moments and empowering life lessons ‘Do you want to hear the story of the real M…

A Mirror | Press Night Vox Pops by Official London Theatre

Award-winning actors Jonny Lee Miller (Trainspotting) and Tanya Reynolds (Sex Education) star in Sam Holcroft’s unmissable and darkly comic play A Mirror, now playing at London’s Trafalg…

How one small town will play stand-in for Stars Hollow as ‘Gilmore Girls’ convention returns to CT by Christopher Arnott

A three-day "Gilmore Girls" fan convention that has been happening for a decade returns to Connecticut this year, Oct. 18-20, in Guilford.

Beaver Falls' Amber Ardolino makes a beautiful noise in Broadway's Neil Diamond musical by Joshua Axelrod / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Ardolino plays Marcia Murphey, Neil Diamond’s second wife, in “A Beautiful Noise.”

Kwame Kwei-Armah steps down from Young Vic and calls for ‘government intervention’ for theatres by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

Artistic director will leave in the autumn after six years in the post, and says without further investment the stage sector’s ‘pipeline of talent’ could be lost Kwame Kwei-Armah is to…

Artistic Director Kwame Kwei-Armah introduces his final season at the Young Vic | New shows for 2024 by Young Vic

After six years as our Artistic Director, Kwame Kwei-Armah is sharing his final season of shows at the Young Vic As Artistic Director, Kwame has programmed forty shows, helped relaunch our…

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 8, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Creating Sundown Kiki Reloaded: the Documentary | Taking Part at the Young Vic by Young Vic

In 2021 Sundown Kiki was born: an explosive new show by young queer Black and Global Majority artists that brought the worlds of theatre and ballroom together. The conversations Sundown Kiki…

Hilary Hahn - Hilary is featured in Playbill around her... | Facebook

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r/Broadway - New Playbill design for Aaron & Sutton in 'Sweeney Todd'! (Source - Reddit

THAT is how you do a Sweeney Todd Playbill! Holy crap they look EVIL!!!

Rage and Fury: Calixto Bieito Stages Aribert Reimann’s “Lear” at the Teatro Real Madrid by Maria Delgado

Shakespeare’s King Lear has defied composers who refused invitations to render this bleakest of tragedies into opera: Berlioz, Britten, Verdi were all at some point approached about an ope…

Burlesque the Musical – Further cast announced by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Rodrick Hall is amongst further casting announced for Burlesque the musical in Manchester and Glasgow propr to West End. This post Burlesque the Musical – Further cast anno…

Othello, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse review - 21st century interpretation delivers food for thought by Gary Naylor

★★★★ OTHELLO, SAM WANAMAKER PLAYHOUSE Ola Ince makes compromises but gains much in return with her terrifyingly relevant production An Othello for our times, our city Detective Chie…

Tiny Little Town by Steven Morris

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Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California Opens in London's West End February 8 by Margaret Hall

The piece reunites Butterworth with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed The Ferryman.

Fiasco Theater's Pericles Begins Previews Off-Broadway February 8 by Andrew Gans

Ben Steinfeld directs the Shakespeare classic.

West End Transfer of Olivier-Winning Standing at the Sky's Edge Begins Performances February 8 by Meg Masseron

Robert Hastie directs the award-winning musical.

The Age of Innocence Begins Performances at San Diego's Old Globe February 8 by Meg Masseron

Edith Wharton’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel is newly adapted by Karen Zacarías.

New 1960s Pop Musical A Sign of the Times Premieres Off-Broadway February 8 by Meg Masseron

The York Theatre Company production features the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other hits.

Man Desperate to Beat the Rush to the Bathroom Accidentally Starts Standing Ovation by Broadway Beat

by Garrett Brown. @garrettbrownproductions. NEWARK, NJ – Local theatre enthusiast Jacob Appleton appeared to be in shock after realizing...