Broadway Grosses Fall, but Average Attendance Rises, as Shows Close by Michael Paulson

Theaters were a bit more crowded, but there were fewer shows running as several closed amid the spread of the Omicron variant.

The Black List, Founded in Hollywood, Expands Into Theater by Michael Paulson

The project seeks to connect undiscovered writers with industry gatekeepers.

Touring Through Omicron: Broadway Shows Hit Bumps on the Road by Michael Paulson

Audiences are enthusiastic, but casts are vulnerable, as companies travel from city to city, trying to revive a key part of the theater economy.

Stephen Sondheim Leaves Rights to His Works to a Trust by Michael Paulson

The trust will determine what happens to the intellectual property of the celebrated lyricist and composer, who died in November.

'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' Fires Its Harry Potter by Michael Paulson

The Broadway production dismissed the actor James Snyder, citing unspecified concerns about his conduct after an investigation of a complaint by a castmate.

As Broadway Struggles, Governor Hochul Proposes Expanded Tax Credit by Michael Paulson

With Omicron complicating Broadway's return, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed more assistance for commercial theater, which her budget director called "critical for the economy."

'The Kite Runner' Is Coming to Broadway by Michael Paulson

The 2007 play based on Khaled Hosseini's novel has been widely produced, including on the West End in London. It will come to Broadway in July.

Now Is the Winter of Broadway's Discontent by Michael Paulson

Curtains are rising again after the Omicron surge caused widespread cancellations, but attendance has fallen steeply. Nine shows are closing, at least temporarily.

'Mockingbird,' Once a Broadway Smash, to Pause Production Amid Omicron by Michael Paulson

"Girl From the North Country," a musical using the songs of Bob Dylan, also closed, with hopes of reopening in the spring, as the surge in virus cases continues to upend the theater industry.

'Girl From the North Country' to close on Broadway, hoping to return. by Michael Paulson

The musical, which uses the songs of Bob Dylan, is the latest show to close as the surge in cases caused by the Omicron variant disrupts New York theater. It hopes to come back in the spring.

'Mrs. Doubtfire' on Broadway Is Pausing to Avoid Closing by Michael Paulson

The musical's producer, eager to avoid a permanent shutdown amid the virus surge, is attempting a self-imposed nine-week hiatus.

'Ain't Too Proud' will close on Broadway as Covid takes its toll. by Michael Paulson

'Ain't Too Proud' to Close on Broadway as Covid-19 Takes Its Toll by Michael Paulson

The jukebox musical about the powerhouse Motown group will end its run on Jan. 16. It is now the fourth show to announce a closing in the last eight days.

Sardi's is back after 648 days, its fortunes tied to Broadway by Michael Paulson

It had been 648 days since Sardi's, a watering hole so closely entwined with Broadway that it was name-checked in the Rodgers and Hart song "The Lady Is a Tramp," last served its cannelloni …

Sardi's Is Back After 648 Days, Its Fortunes Tied to Broadway by Michael Paulson

The caricatures are back up. But many shows are canceling performances just as Sardi's reopens, a hurdle for a restaurant catering to the theater crowd.

Two More Broadway Shows Close as Omicron Takes a Toll on Theater by Michael Paulson

"Thoughts of a Colored Man" and "Waitress" became the latest productions to end their runs because of coronavirus cases among their cast or crew.

Broadway Grosses Drop 26 Percent as Many Shows Cancel Performances by Michael Paulson

The surge in coronavirus cases comes at a tough time for the theater industry, which traditionally relies on the holiday season box office.

Broadway Grosses Dip as Omicron Prompts Some Shows to Cancel by Michael Paulson

The surge in coronavirus cases comes at a tough time for the theater industry, which traditionally relies on the holiday season box office.

'Jagged Little Pill' to Close on Broadway, Citing Omicron by Michael Paulson

The Alanis Morissette musical becomes the first big show to be felled by the resurgent coronavirus pandemic.

'Jagged Little Pill' to Close on Broadway, Citing Omicron by Michael Paulson

The Alanis Morissette musical becomes the first big show felled by the resurgent coronavirus pandemic.

No 'Hamilton' Until After Christmas, as Virus Upends Performing Arts by Michael Paulson

Roughly a third of Broadway shows canceled performances over the weekend, and the surge in virus cases has halted a variety of performances around the nation.

'A Strange Loop' Won the Pulitzer. Now It's Coming to Broadway. by Michael Paulson

The playwright Michael R. Jackson describes his musical as "a big, Black and queer-ass American Broadway show."

Broadway Is Canceling Shows Due to Positive Covid Tests by Michael Paulson

Broadway, where cancellations were once vanishingly rare, has seen a raft of them as positive coronavirus tests among cast and crew members have upended productions.

'The Little Prince' to Land on Broadway With Dance and Acrobatics by Michael Paulson

This international production, an adaptation of the novella that is described as "a theatrical experience with musical elements," will run for five months.

Interest in Stephen Sondheim's Music, Books and Shows Soar After His Death by Michael Paulson

Fans have been streaming his music, buying his books, and trying to get in to see his shows, with a new revival of "Company" opening this week on Broadway.

Michael Jackson Musical Turns Down Volume on Abuse Allegations by Michael Paulson

The Broadway musical, "MJ," with a book by Lynn Nottage and directed by Christopher Wheeldon, began previews Monday.

Stephen Sondheim Discusses a Gender-Swapped 'Company' by Michael Paulson

Days before he died, Stephen Sondheim and the director Marianne Elliott chatted about a Broadway revival of his 1970 musical. With a gender swap, it has a "different flavor," he said.

Stephen Sondheim Reflected on 'Company' and 'West Side Story' in Final Interview by Michael Paulson

In an interview on Sunday, the revered composer and lyricist, 91, contentedly discussed his shows running on Broadway and off, as well as a new movie about to be released.

'Moulin Rouge!' Has a New Satine. She's Amazed She's Back on Broadway. by Michael Paulson

"I didn't think I'd ever perform on Broadway again," Natalie Mendoza said.

Broadway Play "Clyde's" Will Be Livestreamed by Michael Paulson

The digital experimentation born of the pandemic shutdown is continuing: the final 16 performances of Lynn Nottage's "Clyde's" will be streamed, for $59.

Billy Crystal to Return to Broadway in 'Mr. Saturday Night' by Michael Paulson

The musical, about a comedian's rise and fall, plans to open at the Nederlander Theater in the spring.