Lupita Nyong’o and Others to See in Off Broadway Plays This September by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The fall season kicks off with a jam-packed month of riches, including experiments in docu-theater and performances by Lupita Nyong’o and Victoria Clark.

J.T. Harding on Crafting the Hits of Broadway’s ‘Music City’ by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The Nashville songsmith J.T. Harding gives the lowdown on writing with Keith Urban, Uncle Kracker, Shane McAnally and more.

The Festival draws musical theater performers and fans to an outdoor celebration. by Jesse Green, Elisabeth Vincentelli and Marissa Alper

Among the stars and stans at a Hudson River retreat, two reporters beheld the big belters and niche merchandise at a new musical theater festival.

A ‘Schmigadoon!’ Cast Album and More Theater to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Other streaming picks include a deft “Winter’s Tale,” a reimagining of a solo show about sex work and a ’70s production of Chekhov by tweens.

This Playwright Says He’s Done With Maine. Let’s Hope Not. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

John Cariani remains drawn to the state, despite having moved away years ago. A new production of his “Darker the Night, Brighter the Stars” illustrates why.

The Never-Ending Life of ‘Les Misérables’ by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Concert versions and touring productions keep the spirit of 19th-century French revolutionaries alive.

‘Heated Rivalry,’ ‘Dukes,’ With Jane Wickline, and More Must-See Theater by Helen Shaw and Elisabeth Vincentelli

As the summer heats up, here’s seven not-to-miss Off Broadway shows.

‘Giulia’ Review: Jennifer Nettles Delivers Empowerment (and Poison) by Elisabeth Vincentelli

A stirring but tonally muddled new musical about the “poison queen of Palermo” gets an elegant Off Broadway production.

18 Off and Off Off Broadway Shows to See in July by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Kerry Washington and Kara Young pay tribute to Whoopi Goldberg, while Raúl Esparza takes on Shakespeare in the Park.

Plays, Musicals and Theater Festivals Across the U.S. Worth Traveling For by Laura Collins-hughes and Elisabeth Vincentelli

Across the country, audiences will find an abundance of Shakespeare, exciting new plays, and musicals and regional repertories in bucolic settings.

How These High Schoolers Are Preparing for the 2026 Jimmy Awards by Elisabeth Vincentelli and Dolly Faibyshev

Each June, students from around the country come to New York for the Jimmy Awards. We tagged along for a day of their intensive musical-theater residency.

Mariska Hargitay on ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ and Finding Inspiration From Jalen Brunson by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The “Law & Order: SVU” actress “was really scared” about starring in “Every Brilliant Thing.” Who does she look to for inspiration? The Knicks, of course.

Jessie Buckley in ‘Romeo and Juliet,’ and More Theater to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

If you can’t make it to Shakespeare in the Park, check out a version starring Josh O’Connor. Other picks include Matthew López’s “The Inheritance.”

On Broadway’s Biggest Night, ‘Saturday Night Live’ Shows Its Strength by Derrick Bryson Taylor and Elisabeth Vincentelli

The long-running sketch comedy show proved its power during the Tony Awards on Sunday, with Lorne Michaels and several former stars grabbing the spotlight.

Caissie Levy wins the Tony for best actress in a musical. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

American Players Theater is receiving the regional theater award. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

‘And Then the Rodeo Burned Down’ Review: Tenderness as Transgression by Elisabeth Vincentelli

In their Off Broadway debut at Ars Nova, Xhloe and Natasha play two rodeo clowns, until the lights go out and the show takes a turn.

‘Girl, Interrupted’ Continues, This Time Onstage at the Public Theater by Elisabeth Vincentelli

This 1993 memoir, which became a film with Winona Ryder and Angelina Jolie, is now a play with songs by Aimee Mann. Here’s how the latest iteration came to be.

A Beloved Theater Festival Is Back. Let the Adventures Begin. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

With the new play “Titans,” Clubbed Thumb’s Summerworks series opens with a sharp ensemble work.

Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara in ‘Fallen Angels,’ and More Theater to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The actresses both scored Tony nominations for their hilarious turns in Noël Coward’s 1925 farce. Also catch Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler in “The Last Five Years.”

Our Favorite Moments From This Year’s Tony-Nominated Broadway Shows by Helen Shaw, Jesse Green, Laura Collins-hughes, Elisabeth Vincentelli and Sara Krulwich

Here are some of the brilliant moments our writers can’t shake from this year’s batch of Tony-nominated productions.

Tony Nominations Snubs and Surprises: Lea Michele Left Out, ‘Titaníque’ Shines by Helen Shaw, Jesse Green, Alexis Soloski, Scott Heller, Elisabeth Vincentelli and Laura Collins-hughes

Lea Michele, Adrien Brody and other boldface names were left out, while June Squibb, André De Shields and Layton Williams as an iceberg were among the surprises.

18 Off Broadway Shows to Catch in May by Elisabeth Vincentelli

“Little Shop of Horrors” has some new stars. Romeo and Juliet bring their love to the Delacorte. And Hugh Jackman stars in “New Born” at the Minetta Lane Theater.

‘Kenrex’ Review: Plunging Into the Violent World of True Crime by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The play, by Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian at the Lucille Lortel Theater, tells the story of a brutal bully who was shot and killed in plain view.

‘Schmigadoon!’ Review: Oh, What a Beautiful Sendup by Elisabeth Vincentelli and Sara Krulwich

Cinco Paul’s loving spoof of Golden Age musicals, adapted from a TV series, comes to Broadway, where its charming musical numbers can really shine.

'Titaníque' on Broadway: Wild 'Titanic' Parody, With Celine Dion as Kooky Guide by Elisabeth Vincentelli

This "Titanic" parody fueled by Dion's hits, silly ad-libs and pop culture references had the humblest of beginnings. Now the show has docked on Broadway.

Don't Let the Name Harry Hole Fool You. The Important One Is Jo Nesbo. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

After a disappointing movie adaptation, the Norwegian author took the reins as showrunner in a new Netflix series based on his Detective Hole books.

'Monte Cristo' Review: A Tale of Betrayal, on Two Counts by Elisabeth Vincentelli

An adaptation has a twist that doesn't track, and songs that benefit from an excellent cast, including Norm Lewis, Sierra Boggess and Adam Jacobs.

'Ulster American' Review: Matthew Broderick as a Star Blinded by Privilege by Elisabeth Vincentelli

David Ireland's satire follows a Hollywood actor whose cluelessness leads to a combustible confrontation.

Jonathan Groff and Daniel Radcliffe in 'Merrily We Roll Along' and More Theater to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Joined by Daniel Radcliffe, Groff stars in the hit Broadway production of the Sondheim musical. And there are (count 'em) three productions of "The Importance of Being Earnest" this month.

Bughouse' Review: Inside Henry Darger's Unwieldy Mind by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Henry Darger, a recluse who left behind thousands of wild illustrations upon his death, is the subject of fascination in this one-man show.

Hugh Jackman in 'Sexual Misconduct' and 23 Other Off Broadway Shows to See in March by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Hugh Jackman returns in "Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes," Jesse Tyler Ferguson plays Truman Capote, and Celia Keenan-Bolger and Tony Shalhoub star in an "Antigone" riff.

For a Lesbian Twist on 'Cyrano,' They Enlisted an Indigo Girl by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Opening a decade after "Fun Home" debuted on Broadway, the new musical "Starstruck" has a lesbian protagonist and a female creative team. That still seems radical.

'Mother Russia' Review: A New Play That's as Funny as It's Smart by Elisabeth Vincentelli

A strong cast stars in Lauren Yee's new play, part of a cycle of works about the collisions between 20th-century communism and pop culture.

Ethan Slater Stars as the Mime Marcel Marceau in 'Marcel on the Train' by Elisabeth Vincentelli

This bio play about Marcel Marceau, which delves into his part in the French Resistance, stars Ethan Slater (yes, that's Boq from the "Wicked" movies).

Kathleen Chalfant and Elizabeth Marvel Are Sobriety Sisters in 'The Dinosaurs' by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Kathleen Chalfant, Elizabeth Marvel, April Matthis and other actors deliver top-notch performances in a play that leaves questions unanswered.

André De Shields and Junior LaBeija Team Up for 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' by Elisabeth Vincentelli and Marcus Maddox

Fifty years ago, Junior LaBeija couldn't afford to see André De Shields in "The Wiz." Now, they're starring together in a reimagining of "Cats."

'High Spirits' Review: A Ghostly Delight From Encores! by Elisabeth Vincentelli

A revival of a 1964 musical, which puts a supernatural spin on a Noël Coward play, features a starry cast: Andrea Martin, Phillipa Soo, Steven Pasquale and Katrina Lenk.

10 Composers, 2 Directors, 1 Opera: 'Complications in Sue' by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Opera Philadelphia's latest premiere is like an exquisite corpse, with a libretto by Michael R. Jackson and starring Justin Vivian Bond.

Peyton List Steps Into 'Heathers' for Her Off Broadway Debut by Elisabeth Vincentelli

She watched the movie as a teenager, now the star of "School Spirits" and "Cobra Kai" is playing the acid-tongued queen bee Heather Chandler onstage.

Tessa Thompson in 'Hedda,' and More Theater to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Other picks include "Bat Out of Hell: The Musical," a new season of Playing on Air podcasts and "Lazarus," featuring the music of David Bowie.

Applying Richard Foreman's Off-Kilter Aesthetic (and Ducks) to Opera by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The composer Michael Gordon collaborated with Foreman on "What to Wear" in 2006. The opera makes its belated New York premiere at BAM on Thursday.

For Theater in January, the Under the Radar Festival Reigns Supreme by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Several festivals run across New York this month, but none are as big and eclectic as Under the Radar, founded in 2005. Here are our picks for what to see.

'Tartuffe' Review: Matthew Broderick and David Cross Face Off by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Matthew Broderick plays Tartuffe and David Cross his naïve prey in this Lucas Hnath adaptation of a 17th-century French comedy classic.

16 Best Theater Moments of 2025 by Laura Collins-hughes, Alexis Soloski and Elisabeth Vincentelli

Lea Michele's star turn in "Chess." Kara Young as an 8-year-old. A 12-minute monologue delivered from a cloud. These are our favorite scenes from this year.

'Marjorie Prime' Review: A.I. Gave Her Back Her Husband. Was It Worth It? by Elisabeth Vincentelli

June Squibb stars in the Broadway premiere of Jordan Harrison's meditation on grief and the nature of human and artificial intelligence.

Movies Written by Tom Stoppard to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Spinning off Shakespeare, waltzing through Imperial Russia, bantering about literature or diving deeply into history, Stoppard shared his gifts on the screen.

Jason Schwartzman Finds Peace at the Library by Elisabeth Vincentelli

"It's almost like a movie set," said the actor, now in the Christmas film "Oh. What. Fun.," "and I have to pretend I'm working, too."

Living, Breathing, Seeing and Teaching Theater by Elisabeth Vincentelli

James Bundy leads the theater program at Yale while directing his own revival of "Hedda Gabler." He told us about a week in his cultural life.

'Initiative' Review: High School as an Epic Struggle by Elisabeth Vincentelli

A new production at the Public Theater takes up five hours of stage time to tell the story of a group of friends from their first day to graduation.