Andi Mack Introduces Disney Channel’s First Gay Storyline by Tolly Wright

During this week’s season two premiere of Disney Channel’s Andi Mack, one of the main characters will discover his sexual identity. In the episode, Andi Mack’s best friend, Cyrus, real…

Meat Loaf musical Bat Out of Hell: The musical engine is world class, the vehicle needs some work: review by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

The cast’s talent and enthusiasm is undeniable, but the story is so ridiculous — and so lacking acknowledgement of its own excess — that the show is perennially on the brink of implodi…

Common Anomalies by Arts Review

Capturing a unique snapshot of a world of diverse and interconnected people, multi-ethnic and globalised, FORM Dance Projects presents an exciting triple bill of contemporary dance performa…

Review: Giselle (Joffrey Ballet) by Lauren Whalen

The Joffrey Ballet’s premiere of a newly-staged Giselle doesn’t disappoint, wringing out every possible drop of excitement, in a production that’s equal parts breathtaking and horrifyi…

Review: ‘Wrestling Jerusalem’ at Philadelphia Theatre Company by Tim Dunleavy

It’s been said that one of the problems with politics these days is that people talk but don’t listen. Opposing political sides state their positions, but too many speak just to their su…

Slow Burn’s Immersive Tarzan Is High-Flying Welcome To Jungle by Bill Hirschman

Tarzan: The Stage Musical, by regional theater troupe Slow Burn Theatre plays just fine in the smaller, almost 600-seat Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, but, tr…

Review: The Horror Show of Rehab in ‘People, Places & Things’ by Jesse Green

Denise Gough is sensational as a strung-out actress facing a world of questions about addiction and responsibility in a play by Duncan Macmillan.

Theater Review: People, Places & Things Shatters and Soars by Sara Holdren

Duncan Macmillan’s merciless, electric People, Places & Things — now playing at St. Ann’s Warehouse in a production from London’s National Theatre — starts with a play and ends…

Review: People, Places & Things

Denise Gough brings her Olivier Award-winning performance to St. Ann's Warehouse.

The Clurman Theatre hosts 'Lonely Planet' by the Keen Company by Blouin Artinfo

Keen Company’s revival of Steven Dietz’s play ‘Lonely Planet’ will be running at the Clurman Theatre at Theatre Row through November 18, 2017. The play revolves around a couple of fr…

'People, Places & Things': Theater Review by David Rooney

Denise Gough reprises the role that won her an Olivier Award in London, that of a drug- and alcohol-addicted actress spinning out of control before seeking help in Duncan Macmillan's raw dra…

People, Places & Things Review: An Alcoholic Actress Steps Up in Rehab by New York Theater

“Drugs and alcohol have never let me down. They have always loved me,” Emma (Denise Gough) tells the doctor at the rehab clinic, not quite halfway through Duncan Macmillan’s play. Her …

Grace Under Pressure by Arts Review

Presented as part of The Big Anxiety Festival, the Seymour Centre presents the world premiere of Grace Under Pressure in the York Theatre for a limited season until 28 October 2017. Co-writt…

Considering The Essence Of Being Mainstream Or Culturally Specific by Joe Patti

Earlier this month Ian David Moss wrote a piece challenging the arts and culture community to evaluate the language and mindset in which we frame artistic and cultural expression and practic…

A Movie’s Popularity Will Determine How Expensive Tickets Are in Some Regal Cinemas Come 2018 by Tolly Wright

Regal Entertainment Group announced this week that it plans to follow the example set by concert and theatre industries and try out demand-based pricing in several of its markets. According …

Denise Gough burns bright in 'People, Places & Things' by Joe Dziemianowicz

A vivid star turn and striking staging distinguishes Duncan Macmillan's drama.

Ideation is an unsettling thriller by Cogency

Ideation, by Aaron Loeb, directed by Joe Canuso. Theatre Exile, Philadelphia PA.   Playwright Aaron Loeb pulls off a neat trick with his play Ideation, which premiered in San Francisco …

Sydney Festival announces 2018 Program by Arts Review

The annual cultural celebration, Sydney Festival returns to transform the city from 6-28 January 2018, delivering the highest quality art and big ideas. Festival Director Wesley Enoch follow…

Bat Out of Hell rolls out the red carpet in Toronto for North American premiere by Bruce Demara - Entertainment Reporter

Bat Out of Hell kicked off its official opening at the Ed Mirvish Theatre with a glitzy red carpet and after party.

Review: Zoe Kazan’s Post-Apocalypse ‘After The Blast’ And Faulty ‘Last Match’ by Jeremy Gerard

Is it odd that someone as prodigiously talented as Zoe Kazan has a thing for avatars of human consciousness? In 2012’s Ruby Sparks, the film she also wrote, she played a blocked noveli…

What’s an Artist to Do in These Troubled Times? Ask Corbett by Steven Morris

"Compound the understandable fear of the future with the incomprehensible uncertainty of the present brought about by a single unstable personality representing himself as the most powerful …

See Juan Castano & the Cast of Oedipus El Rey Celebrate Opening Night Off-Broadway by Lindsey Sullivan

Luis Alfaro's play Oedipus El Rey, a magnetic new take on the Greek tragedy Oedipus, opened at the Public Theater on October 24. Juan Castano, Sandra Delgado, Julio Monge, Brian Quijada,…

How “Child’s Play” Became The Funniest, Most Reliably Surprising, And Queerest Slasher Series

The Red Dress for BuzzFeed News When it comes to slasher villains of the ‘80s, Chucky stands alongside Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, and Michael Myers as the most iconic — …

Tony Award Winner Billy Porter Joins Cast of FX Series POSE by Alexa Criscitiello

Tony Award winner Billy Porter has joined the cast of the upcoming Ryan Murphy series, Pose.

Exclusive Podcast: 'Behind the Curtain' on Tim Curry, Christine Pedi, Charles Strouse, and More by Behind The Curtain

This Week Happy Halloween To celebrate the spookiness of the season, Rob and Kevin reveal their costumes, Mrs. Garrett pulls a Patty Duke, Tim Curry can't find his tambourine, Charles Strous…

Putting Detroit’s Finest in Detroit Public Theater by Michael T. Luongo

A young, ambitious theater aims to build bridges, and audience, by programming the work of Dominique Morisseau, the city’s biggest theater export.

Editor’s View: Could the Bridge broaden theatre’s horizons? by Alistair Smith

For good or ill, the West End is British theatre’s beating heart – its historic home and commercial centre since the early

Amber Massie-Blomfield: Not all small theatres are big theatres struggling to get out by Amber Massie-Blomfield

As the Bridge Theatre opens – the first new large commercial theatre since 1973 – I’ve been thinking about the unique role

Nicholas Hytner and Nick Starr: ‘It must be time to look beyond the commercial West End’ by Nick Clark

After their highly successful tenure at the National Theatre, the ‘two Nicks’ are opening the 900-seat Bridge Theatre, a purpose-built venue by

Social: Go Backstage At Arena Stage's THE PAJAMA GAME on BWW's Instagram! by BroadwayWorld

Go behind the scenes of the Arena Stage production of THE PAJAMA GAME with Blakely Slaybaugh in this roundup of our Instagram story takeover

It's Gonna Be A Happy New Year- Happy Birthday, Adam Pascal! by Alexa Criscitiello

Adam Pascal received Obie and Theatre World awards and a Tony nomination for best actor for his performance as Roger in the original cast of Rent.

A Christmas Story Live! – Ana Gasteyer Joins the Cast by Mark A. Robinson

The live-television musical A Christmas Story, slated to play on Fox this holiday season, continues to add members to its starry cast. Joining the already announced Maya Rudolph, Matthew Bro…

Ana Gasteyer Joins Cast of A Christmas Story Live! on Fox by Andy Lefkowitz

Ana Gasteyer has joined the starry cast of the upcoming live TV presentation of A Christmas Story! Gasteyer will play the role of Mrs. Schwartz, the mother of one of Ralphie’s friends,…

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Matt McGrath by Broadway.com

Matt McGrath stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Lonely Planet and more with Paul Wontorek.

Billy Porter & MJ Rodriguez Cast in Ryan Murphy's New TV Pilot Pose by Broadway.com

Billy Porter, who is currently reprising his Tony-winning turn in Kinky Boots, and off-Broadway alum MJ Rodriguez (Rent, Runaways) have been cast in the pilot Pose, a new TV drama …

Latin History for Morons Cancels October 25 Performance; John Leguizamo Recovering from Illness by Andy Lefkowitz

The October 25 performance of Latin History for Morons has been canceled due to an illness of the show's author and star, John Leguizamo. The show's October 24 performance had also b…

Review: After the Blast at Claire Tow Theater at Lincoln Center by Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall reviews Zoe Kazan's futuristic domestic drama. The post Review: After the Blast at Claire Tow Theater at Lincoln Center appeared first on Exeunt Magazine.

Review: Lonely Planet at Clurman Theatre (at Theatre Row) by Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall reviews Keen Company's revival of Steven Dietz's response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The post Review: Lonely Planet at Clurman Theatre (at Theatre Row) appeared first on Exeun…

Disney Channel’s ‘Andi Mack’ to Introduce Gay Storyline in Season 2 by Mattfernandezsite

Disney Channel series “Andi Mack” will reveal that one of the main characters is gay in the upcoming Season 2 premiere. The second season premiere depicts one of Andi’s two…

Theater News: Buddy the Elf Enshrined in Rice Krispies Treats

Elf the Musical begins performances December 13 at Madison Square Garden.

TV News: Ana Gasteyer to Join Fox's A Christmas Story Live!

The musical will air on December 17.

Theater News: Daphne Rubin-Vega and Tom Hewitt to Celebrate Halloween With Two Tales of Terror

The Tony Award nominees will perform two of the works of Aaron Mark.

Explore Broadway's Haunted Venues on Broadway Up Close's 'GHOSTLIGHT TOUR' by BroadwayWorld

Every night when the thousands of audience members leave the 41 Broadway theaters, a nightly ritual takes place unseen by most the setting of the ghostlight. Join the Broadway Up Close Green…

VIDEO: Look Back on Robin De Jesus Led IN THE HEIGHTS at Onley Theatre Centre by BroadwayWorld

The Olney Theatre Centre's production of IN THE HEIGHTS closed in early October, but they've just released a look-back video on the production. Check it out below

First Look: Big Apple Circus 40th Anniversary by Matthew Wexler

The legendary Big Top returns to New York City from October 28 through January 17 at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park.

Billy Porter enlists in latest Ryan Murphy series for FX, 'Pose' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Billy Porter has been cast in the new Ryan Murphy series “Pose” for FX Networks.

Broadway's THE LION KING to Treat Audience Like Royalty with Free 20th Anniversary Ticket Lottery by BroadwayWorld

In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of The Lion King on Broadway, and to thank the city of New York for being its home for the past 20 years, the show is giving away every ticket via a fr…

Broadway Producer Daryl Roth to Discuss Life and Work at NYPL for the Performing Arts by BroadwayWorld

On Monday, November 6, at 6 p.m., the League of Professional Theatre Women LPTW, dedicated to championing women in theatre since its inception and an authority at the forefront of the conver…

John Leguizamo Cancels Another Performance of LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS Due to Illness by BroadwayWorld

It has been announced that tonight's performance of Latin History for Morons has been canceled due to illness of the show's star, John Leguizamo. The production also had to cancel the Tuesda…

Photo Flash: Cast Complete for SPAMILTON in Los Angeles; Get a Sneak Peek Inside Rehearsals! by BroadwayWorld

Center Theatre Group has announced the casting for the West Coast premiere of the hit musical parody 'Spamilton,' created, written and directed by Gerard Alessandrini. Currently in rehearsal…

Actress Natassia Malthe Accuses Harvey Weinstein of Rape During NINE Film Casting by Alexa Criscitiello

This week, new allegations surrounding Hollywood producer, Harvey Weinstein, were unearthed as actressmodel Natassia Malthe alleges that Weinstein forcibly engaged in nonconsensual sex with …

Anthony Rapp Is Worried About a 'Watered Down' RENT Live by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the live presentaion of the groundbreaking, Tony Award-, Grammy Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical RENT will air Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019 700-1000 P…

Ana Gasteyer Joins A Christmas Story Live! on Fox by Adam Hetrick

She joins fellow SNL alum Maya Rudolph in the live broadcast of the Tony-nominated Pasek and Paul musical that airs December 17 on Fox.

BWW TV: Watch Highlights of Natalie Weiss & More in New Teaser for GHOST THE MUSICAL at WPPAC by BroadwayWorld TV

The White Plains Performing Arts Center WPPAC presents GHOST THE MUSICAL playing now through October 29. BroadwayWorld has an extended look at new footage from the show in the teaser below

Second edition of Canada All Star Ballet Gala a ‘great tasting menu’ of new work, crowd-pleasing favourites by Michael Crabb

Gala will make a deliberate nod to emerging local talents alongside international stars and fill a conspicuous gap in Toronto’s dance landscape.

FX’s Pose Makes History With Largest Number of Trans Actors Cast in Principal Roles by Olivia Clement

Tony winner Billy Porter and Dyllon Burnside are also among the cast of the pilot for the new drama series.

‘Thank You for Your Service’ Director Talks New Bruce Springsteen Song Featured in Film by Jem Aswad

A new song by Bruce Springsteen is featured during the end credits of the new Miles Teller film, “Thank You for Your Service.” The song, “Freedom Cadence,” was written specifically f…

Theater News: Theatre Puget Sound Announces 2017 Gregory Award Winners

The ninth annual awards ceremony celebrated Seattle theater last night.

Theater News: Ann Harada, Clyde Alves, and More Set for The New World

The musical comedy at Bucks County Playhouse reimagines the first meeting between the Pilgrims and Native Americans.

Video Flash: Watch Charlie and the Chocolate Factory's "Queen of Pop" Performed for Wendy Williams

Trista Dollison, Alan H. Green, and the Gum-Chomping Divas took their moves to Williams's show.

Theater News: Goodman Theatre's A Christmas Carol to Feature Larry Yando and More

This production marks the Goodman's 40th anniversary staging of the holiday favorite.

What do Chicago theater actors make? A new study looks at inequality in pay, race and gender by Morgan Greene

The majority of Equity acting jobs across Chicago theaters are going to men, white performers are often paid higher salaries than performers of color, and women are paid less than men on com…

The living dead: Revivals surge as theaters mine nostalgia to fill seats by John Wenzel, The Know

Big chains are increasingly playing the art-house game.

Broadway’s The Lion King Will Offer Free Performance to Celebrate 20th Anniversary by Andrew Gans

All tickets to the evening performance November 15 will be available via a free lottery.

Tony Nominee Loretta Ables Sayre to Bring Solo Show to Hawaii by Ryan McPhee

The South Pacific star returns to Waikiki to perform at Blue Note Hawaii.

Photo Flash: First Look - BIG APPLE CIRCUS Returns with Death-Defying Acrobatics, Clowns, Rollerskates and More! by BroadwayWorld

BIG APPLE CIRCUS returns to its home at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park this Friday, October 27. Opening night for the historic 40th Season is set for Sunday, October 29. BroadwayWorld has ph…

Catherine Zeta-Jones, Cynthia?Erivo & More Join THE CHILDREN'S MONOLOGUES at Carnegie Hall by BroadwayWorld

The African-based creative arts charity Dramatic Need and Carnegie Hall today announced that Academy Award winner Catherine Zeta-Jones and rising star Gugu Mbatha-Raw Beauty and the Beast, B…

Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Ship Uneaten Halloween Candy to Troops Overseas by BroadwayWorld

Calling all Trick-or-Treaters Broadway's Golden Ticket, Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, is launching a Halloween Candy Buy Back to ship uneaten Halloween candy to our troops …

BWW TV: Back on the High Wire! Watch Highlights from BIG APPLE CIRCUS's 40th Season by BroadwayWorld TV

BIG APPLE CIRCUS returns to its home at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park this Friday, October 27. Opening night for the historic 40th Season is set for Sunday, October 29. Click below to watch…

Chita Rivera to Headline Art Attack Foundation Benefit at Birdland by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway at Birdland concert series has announced that Broadway legend Chita Rivera will headline An Evening of Song, benefiting the Art Attack Foundation featuring the artists of Yellow…

Photo Coverage: Wait No More! Enter the Rehearsal Room for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND by Jennifer Broski

The revival of the Olivier Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated Best Musical Once On This Island, directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden and choreographed by the critically-acclaimed Camil…

Norm Lewis Remembers Fellow Phantom- the Late Robert Guillaume by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Robert Guillaume, the stage's first African American 'Phantom', passed away today, October 24, 2017, due to complications of prostate cancer. He was …

How to Stream Opera and Classical Music Performances by Frank Cadenhead

The sites where opera and classical musica fans can watch their favorites perform around the world.

Tony Nominee Colman Domingo Joins New Film From Moonlight Oscar Winner Barry Jenkins by Adam Hetrick

Oscar-winning Moonlight director Jenkins helms the upcoming film If Beale Street Could Talk, based on James Baldwin’s 1974 Harlem-set novel.

Celebrate Julia Murney Onstage as She Prepares to Sail on Playbill’s Broadway on the Danube With Michael Feinstein by Hannah Vine

The two-time Drama Desk nominee will perform aboard the cruise from Austria to Hungary with Playbill Travel beginning November 3.

Theater News: Billy Crudup-Led Harry Clarke Extends at the Vineyard Theatre

David Cale's world premiere is directed by Leigh Silverman.

Laura Benanti, Linda Eder, Bring Back Birdie, and More Coming to Feinstein’s/54 Below October 26–November 2 by Robert Viagas

See all the theatre-related events scheduled this week at the intimate New York cabaret.

Another Actress Says She Was Assaulted By Harvey Weinstein: “I Played Dead” by Jeremy Gerard

Attorney Gloria Allred today introduced a fourth actress she is representing in the unfolding saga of women who assert that they were assaulted or otherwise sexually abused by Harvey Weinste…

Watch Cast of Broadway’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Perform the High-Energy ‘Queen of Pop’ by Ruthie Fierberg

Trista Dollison and Alan H. Green lead the performance on The Wendy Williams Show.

Odds & Ends: Cynthia Erivo & Catherine Zeta-Jones Join Starry Children's Monologues at Carnegie Hall & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Cynthia Erivo & Catherine Zeta-Jones Join The Children's Monologues at Carnegie Hall Tony winners Catherine Ze…

Harry Clarke, Starring Billy Crudup, Extended at Off-Broadway's Vineyard Theatre by Andy Lefkowitz

David Cale's new off-Broadway play Harry Clarke has received a one-week extension at the Vineyard Theatre. The solo show starring Tony winner Billy Crudup and directed by Tony nominee Le…

Canadian K. Trevor Wilson is one sorry stand-up comedian by Brad Wheeler

The new album from the Canadian stand-up comedian K. Trevor Wilson is Sorry! (A Canadian Album), a collection of bits that reveal the road life of a funny travelling man

An ardent revival of 'Intimate Apparel' at Everyman Theatre by Tim Smith

Esther, the seamstress at the heart of Lynn Nottage’s richly embroidered drama “Intimate Apparel” enjoying an ardent revival at Everyman Theatre, felt “as though God kissed my hands�…

Larry Yando back as Scrooge in Goodman's 'Christmas Carol' by Morgan Greene

Larry Yando will take his tenth turn as Ebenezer Scrooge in the 40th year of “A Christmas Carol,” the Goodman Theatre announced Wednesday. Returning cast members in the Dickens’ holida…

Sip on Cocktails Past, Present & Future with THE IMBIBLE's Holiday Show by BroadwayWorld

THE IMBIBLE's holiday show is back for its third smash year. Scrooge learns about cocktails past, present, and future

Harry Clarke, With Billy Crudup, Extends Prior to First Preview by Olivia Clement

The new play by David Cale is set to begin performances October 26 at the Vineyard Theatre.

About Face Theatre Seeks Play Submissions for OUT FRONT Series 2018 by Bt

About Face Theatre is seeking play submissions for its OUT FRONT Series, an annual line-up of workshops and readings of new and developmental works exploring LGBTQIA themes. This season’s …

Space Availability with Rembrandt Chamber Musicians by Bt

Wondering where to hold your next event? Our studio space includes a piano and is available for hourly rentals. Our attractive ground-floor performance space in west Evanston has brick walls…

Ann Harada and More Set for World Premiere of The New World at Bucks County by Andrew Gans

Stafford Arima will direct the musical comedy in Pennsylvania.

Theater Time Review: "Torch Song" by Joseph Cervelli

Michael Urie is brilliant in a dazzling revival of this landmark play. Review will appear on north jersey.com and Community Newspapers next week.

TCG Announces 2nd Round of 2017 Edgerton New Play Awards by American Theatre Editors

The awards will fund extra time for the development of 27 new productions across the country.

Women are strong in ‘The Color Purple’ National Tour by Admin

Fox Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia.  October 24, 2017.  The Color Purple, a powerful Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on the novel by Alice Waters, is set in rural Georgia, 1910-1940, …

Ex-Theater Agent to Serve Six Months in Jail for Defrauding Play Investors by BroadwayWorld

Ex-theater agent Roland Scahill received a jail sentence of six months after pleading guilty to defrauding ten investors of 205,000 for a fake Broadway play.

VIDEO: Cast of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Perform on 'WENDY WILLIAMS' by BroadwayWorld

On today's WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW, the cast of Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY performs the high-energy number 'Queen of Pop,' featuring Trista Dollison as Violet Beauregarde, Ala…

Photo Flash: HAMILTON's Mandy Gonzalez Is FEARLESS! in Cafe Carlyle Debut by BroadwayWorld

The sensational Mandy Gonzalez Hamilton, Wicked, In the Heights, Madam Secretary is bringing her sultry sophistication to Caf Carlyle in her debut show, Mandy Gonzalez Fearless, running now…

HARRY CLARKE, Starring Billy Crudup, Extends at Vineyard Theatre by BroadwayWorld

Vineyard Theatre Artistic Directors Douglas Aibel and Sarah Stern announce that the world premiere production of Harry Clarke by Obie Award-winner David Cale LILLIAN, directed by Obie Award-…

BWW TV: Hailey Kilgore, Lea Salonga, Michael Arden and More Talk Broadway's ONCE ON THIS ISLAND; Plus 'Waiting for Life' Preview! by BroadwayWorld TV

The revival of the Olivier Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated Best Musical Once On This Island, directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden and choreographed by the critically-acclaimed Camil…

Master Your Domain With Google Search Console: Must-Have Settings by Drew McManus

Now that you have your Google Search Console (GSC) account created, you’re ready to get cracking on must-have settings and configurations. Immediately after your account is verified, you�…

Theater Review: In Oedipus El Rey, Fate Falls a Little Flat by Sara Holdren

When you enter the Public’s Shiva Theater for Oedipus El Rey, the setting of Luis Alfaro’s transposition of Sophocles’s tragedy becomes immediately and elegantly clear. The Shiva is a …

Watch Hailey Kilgore, Lea Salonga & the Cast of Broadway's Once on This Island Belt It Out in Rehearsal by Broadway.com

Your first taste of Once on This Island's powerhouse performers is here!

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory's 'Queen of Pop' Sings Out on The Wendy Williams Show by Andy Lefkowitz

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has been delighting Broadway audiences since kicking off performances in March. Surrounding the musical's beloved title character is an array of te…

See Hailey Kilgore & the Cast of Once on This Island Get Ready to Tell the Story on Broadway by Broadway.com

We dance because Once on This Island begins performances at the Circle in the Square Theatre on November 9! Hailey Kilgore, Isaac Powell, Lea Salonga, Alex Newell and the entire cast belted …

Chita Rivera to Headline Art Attack Foundation Benefit, Featuring Fellow Stage Stars and Rosie's Theater Kids by Ryan McPhee

The December 4 event at Birdland will include performances from Rivera, Christy Altomare, Chris McCarrell, and more.

Applications for the 2018 Advancing Leadership Institute Open Until 10/31 by Bt

Do you want to be an Advancing Leadership Fellow? Or do you know of someone who should be a Fellow? Complete the short application by the final deadline, October 31st! Go to bit.ly/Advancing…

Letters: Roy Dotrice obituary by Kevin Bannon, John Machin and Geoffrey Batten

Kevin Bannon writes: Roy Dotrice took a leading role in the BBC television comedy series AP Herbert’s Misleading Cases (1967-71). He played the litigious, self-representing Albert Haddock,…

Revival of Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train Extends Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The Signature Theatre staging, which opened to positive reviews this week, will play an additional two weeks.

No, @MarinTheatreCo – 14 year olds don’t enjoy being raped…. by Fairyprincessdiaries

The Fairy Princess has a lot on her plate – she is co-emceeing the Pan Asian Repertory Golden Unicorn Gala Dinner on November 9th in NYC, which honors Arts Advocate, Andrea Louie, Acto…

The Rockettes Own Christmas. But Spring Is a Tough Nut to Crack. by Michael Cooper and Gia Kourlas

They tried early spring, late spring and Harvey Weinstein. But the Rockettes have yet to create a warm-weather franchise to rival their Christmas show.

Ex-Theater Agent Sentenced to Six Months for Fake Play by Sopan Deb

Roland Scahill admitted to bilking investors of more than $205,000 to back a Broadway play that didn’t exist.

New film and live performance bring Pakistani jazz to Harris Center

Echoing the trajectory of many American jazz musicians who sought the respect and financial support in Europe that eluded them in their homeland, the Sachal Ensemble came to New York ……

Go-Go's Musical HEAD OVER HEELS Sets 2018 Spring Try-Out Before Broadway Run; Announces Auditions by BroadwayWorld

A developmental lab of Gwyneth Paltrow's new musical HEAD OVER HEELS, inspired by music from the '80s rock group The Go-Go's, will be held in New York City, according to an Equity audition n…

Opera Atelier's the Marriage of Figaro ‘couldn’t be more current’ by Trish Crawford -

The Marriage of Figaro’s plot is about Count Almaviva’s bid to exercise his “droit de seigneur,” the supposed right of a nobleman to have sex with the bride of an employee on her wed…

Photo Flash: Hailey Kilgore, Lea Salonga, and More Preview Broadway's Once on This Island

The Ahrens and Flaherty musical is directed by Michael Arden.

Photo Flash: Anna Ziegler's The Last Match Hits the Courts

Roundabout Theatre Company's New York premiere opens.

Video Flash: Watch Danny Gardner and Ashley Spencer in Rehearsal for Crazy for You

The Gershwin musical will run at Signature Theatre.

Photo Flash: Oedipus El Rey Opens at the Public

Juan Castano stars as Oedipus in Luis Alfaro's adaptation of Oedipus Rex.

Theater News: Jesus Hopped the 'A' Train Extends at Signature Theatre

Mark Brokaw directs Stephen Adly Guirgis's play.

Tina Fey has transformed her cult classic ‘Mean Girls’ into a pricey musical. Will it work? by Peter Marks

One of the Broadway season’s biggest events is trying out at the National Theatre. 

Tony Nominee Vanessa Williams Joins CBS Comedy ME, MYSELF & I by BroadwayWorld

Vanessa Williams will join the cast of the new CBS comedy ME, MYSELF amp I in a recurring role opposite fellow Broadway alum John Larroquette. The Emmy-nominated actress will portray Kelly F…

Go-Go's Musical HEAD OVER HEELS Sets NYC Lab, 2018 Spring Try-Out Before Broadway Run by BroadwayWorld

Another developmental lab of Gwyneth Paltrow's new musical HEAD OVER HEELS, inspired by music from the '80s rock group The Go-Go's, will be held in New York City, according to an Equity audi…

Caroline Bowman, Mamie Parris and More Set for This Week's 'Elpha-Ball' at BROADWAY SESSIONS by BroadwayWorld

This Thursday night, October 26th, BROADWAY SESSIONS offers its 3rd annual ELPHABALL, a night celebrating the ladies who have portrayed one of the most iconic roles in contemporary muscle th…

Watch LIVE: BroadwayWorld Chats with Laura Bell Bundy! by Steve Schonberg

Do you have a burning question for Laura Bell Bundy On Wednesday, October 25, 130pm EST BroadwayWorld's Steve Schonberg is getting up close and personal with Bundy- currently starring in …

Check Out the Opening Night for Oedipus El Rey at the Public Theater by Hannah Vine

The tragic hero, played by Juan Castano, is re-imagined as a troubled Latino in Luis Alfaro’s electric play.

In the Moment: ‘ReDiscovery Series’ at Shakespeare Theatre Company by David Siegel

It was a festive, most satisfying evening of high-end arts entertainment and education. And it was totally free. What was it? It was a recent Monday evening at The Landsburgh with the Shakes…

Ann Harada, Julius Thomas III, Ginna Le Vine, Jillian Gottlieb and More to Star in THE NEW WORLD Premiere at Bucks County Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

The Bucks County Playhouse presents THE NEW WORLD, with music by Gary Adler, lyrics by Phoebe Kreutz, and book by Regina Decicco amp L.F. Turner, directed by Stafford Arima, with choreograph…

Playwright Joshua Harmon and More to Help The MacDowell Colony Fund Young Artists by BroadwayWorld

MacDowell Colony Fellows Starlee Kine journalist in residence 2007, 2016, Anna Sperber DancerChroreographer - in residence 2017, Joshua Harmon Playwright in residence 2011, 2016, and Eli…

An Ace Opening! See the Cast of The Last Match Take Their Off-Broadway Bow by Broadway.com

Anna Ziegler’s new play The Last Match opened at off-Broadway's Laura Pels Theatre on October 24. Directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch, the show takes place during the semifinals of th…

Signature's Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train Revival Extended by Two Weeks by Andy Lefkowitz

The new off-Broadway revival of Stephen Adly Guirgis' Jesus Hopped the 'A' Train has been extended by two weeks at the Pershing Square Signature Center. Originally slated to run …

Take a Sneak Peek at Once on This Island With Lea Salonga, Hailey Kilgore, and Alex Newell by Marc J. Franklin

The Broadway revival, starring Hailey Kilgore as Ti Moune, is set to begin previews November 7 at the Circle in the Square.

Woody Allen Recreates the Coney Island of His Past With ‘Wonder Wheel’ Production Team by Terry Flores

Even for a filmmaker like Woody Allen, who has dabbled in his share of period pieces, from the Roaring Twenties atmosphere of “Bullets Over Broadway” and “Midnight in Paris” to the D…

George Takei Doesn’t Want Us to Ever Forget What Happened During WWII by Diane Garrett

George Takei might be better known for his political activism than his seminal turn on “Star Trek” these days, but the original small-screen Sulu considers “Allegiance” his true lega…

The Judas Tree/Song of the Earth review – from torrid violence to delicate majesty by Judith Mackrell

Royal Opera House, London A five-company tribute to Kenneth MacMillan continues with brave and brilliant stagings of two very different worksThis season’s Kenneth MacMillan celebration con…

Theater News: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Announces Halloween Candy Buy-Back Benefit

The show will ship Halloween candy to our troops overseas in conjunction with the Soldiers' Angels' Treats for Troops Program.

Video Flash: Watch the Wintery New Promo for Fox's A Christmas Story Live!

The Pasek and Paul musical is on its way to the small screen.

Theater News: Catherine Zeta-Jones, Cynthia Erivo, and More Join The Children's Monologues Lineup

Sienna Miller, Audra McDonald, Ewan McGregor, and others are also on board.

Theater News: Game of Thrones: The Rock Musical Extends and Changes Name

The parody will now be called Shame of Thrones.

ALL OR NOTHING – Tour & London by Olivia Mitchell

Named after the group’s biggest hit and only chart-topper (which knocked The Beatles off the chart’s top spot), All Or Nothing is a biographical piece of 60s nostalgia about a generation…

Review: Out Front Theatre hits a rocky road with uneven production of “Rocky Horror” by Andrew Alexander

The songs in any production of The Rocky Horror Show need to sound incredible or else all is lost. The story is certainly fun and weird, but no one’s coming for that plot. Unfortunately, a…

Cynthia Erivo, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and More Join Sienna Miller, Daveed Diggs for Carnegie Hall Children's Monologues Benefit by Andrew Gans

Oscar winner Danny Boyle will direct the evening, which also features Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz, Charlize Theron, and Susan Sarandon.

Review: A Timely Take on ‘Oedipus’ by Way of South Central Los Angeles by Alexis Soloski

Luis Alfaro’s “Oedipus El Rey” puts sex and violence front and center as it considers the fate of a young man shaped by the prison system.

Photos: First look at Freddie Flintoff and the cast of Fat Friends

Freddie Flintoff stars alongside Natasha Hamilton, Sam Bailey and Jodie Prenger in the touring musical

A member of Pussy Riot is in a new play that dramatizes the group’s courage by Peter Marks

Political troupe Belarus Free Theatre brings “Burning Doors” to the D.C. area.

David Henry Hwang & Julie Taymor to Chat M. BUTTERFLY at Asia Society Museum by BroadwayWorld

Asia Society has announced its upcoming discussions and events, including David Henry Hwang and Julie Taymor in conversation about M. BUTTERFLY's return to Broadway. Scroll down for details

VIDEO: WILL & GRACE's Sean Hayes Reveals Recent Health Scare on ELLEN by TV News Desk

On today's ELLEN, WILL amp GRACE star Sean Hayes explained to the host why he had to cancel a recently scheduled appearance on the talk show - he was in the hospital because his small intest…

George Salazar and Joe Iconis to Team Up for TWO-PLAYER GAME at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents George Salazar amp Joe Iconis in Two-Player Game on Saturday, March 24, Saturday, March 31, and Monday, April 2, 2018 at 930pm.

BWW TV: Cast of CRAZY FOR YOU Gets Tap-Happy in Rehearsal at D.C.'s Signature Theatre by BroadwayWorld TV

Signature Theatre will present the Gershwins' amp Ken Ludwig's musical comedy Crazy For You. This new production will be directed by Signature Theatre's Associate Artistic Director Matthew G…

From Music Man to She Loves Me: Look Back at Barbara Cook on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The late actor was born October 25, 1927.

Call Me by Your Name is a bewitching story of gay love

Set in Lombardy in a 1980s summer, Luca Guadagnino’s film is truthful and vivid

Thor: Ragnarok — cheerful derring-do

Chris Hemsworth swashbuckles and Jeff Goldblum is huge fun in this Marvel adventure

Breathe — awed by the tale of a life-changing invention

Andy Serkis’s film tells the true story of a polio-paralysed man

Robert Guillaume once starred in a musical with Nell Carter at Baltimore Center Stage by Tim Smith

The gifted actor Robert Guillaume, who died Tuesday at the age of 89, had a brief time in a Baltimore spotlight during the years when his career focused primarily on theater. Guillaume starr…

Told by an Idiot and John Godber works among Sky Arts’ first £1m Brexit commissions by Georgia Snow

Sky Arts has announced the first commissions of its £1 million project to make 50 artworks exploring post-Brexit Britain. Creations from John

INSIGNIFICANCE – Arcola Theatre by Shanine Salmon

Insignificance should be the perfect Terry Johnson play; characters based on real people based on a slightly surreal concept such as Hysteria, his play about Sigmund Freud and Salvador Dali …

Photo Flash: Jason Alexander-Led The Portuguese Kid Opens Off-Broadway

This world-premiere production, written and directed by John Patrick Shanley, plays through December 3.

Theater News: Michael Moore Plans to Take The Terms of My Surrender on Tour

The solo Broadway show recently ended its run.

'Mutual Philanthropy' is an ambitious, if uneven play worth a look: review by Patrick Maley | For Nj Advance Media

This new play by Karen Rizzo is cucrently having its East Coast premiere at Long Branch's New Jersey Repertory Company

Winner of Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation’s Breakout Award Named by Andrew Gans

Hosts have also been announced for the first annual SDC Foundation Awards.

Deb Sivigny’s Hello, My Name Is … (review) by Alan Katz

Memory is a home we can’t help but live in. Wandering from room to partitioned room, we reflexively replay the moments that define us in our search of what they mean for who we are. Deb Si…

Blake Lively tackles blindness in new complex film role by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- To play a blind woman for her latest film role, Blake Lively took no short cuts into the darkness....

Interviews: Rory Kinnear: 'Acting is frustrating and elusive but I love it'

As Nick Hytner and Nick Starr's new venue The Bridge Theatre opens in London, the inaugural show's star Rory Kinnear explains why Young Marx is going to be special

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Son Gave the Official Thumbs-Up on 'Almost Like Praying' by Andy Lefkowitz

When Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda heard of the damage inflicted by Hurricane Maria, he hit the ground running in the best way he knew he could. The celebrated composer wrote "Alm…

Jeremy Renner & Maximiliano Hernandez to Join Avengers Co-Stars in Our Town Benefit Reading at Atlanta's Fox Theatre by Broadway.com

The John Gore Organization is proud to announce that Jeremy Renner and Maximiliano Hernández have joined the lineup of Avengers stars set to lead a benefit reading of Thornton Wilder&…

See Jason Alexander & More Step Out for The Portuguese Kid's Off-Broadway Opening by Lindsey Sullivan

A John Patrick Shanley comedy starring Jason Alexander and Sherie Rene Scott? We're so there! The Portuguese Kid opened at off-Broadway's Manhattan Theatre Club on October 25. The pr…

Blake Allen, Alison Fraser, Teal Wicks, and More Shine A Light On LGBTQ Suicide With New Musical by BroadwayWorld

Blake Allen, known for his innovative bridging of contemporary music and theater through composition, performance, and advocacy, presents the world premiere of the autobiographical musical t…

Betsy Wolfe and Jeremy Jordan Bring Broadway to Houston POPS with 'Broadway Today' Next Month by BroadwayWorld

Houston Symphony Principal POPS Conductor Steven Reineke opens the 2017-18 BBVA Compass POPS Series with Broadway Today, at 800 p.m. Nov. 10-11 and 730 p.m. Nov. 12 at Jones Hall.

Erich Bergen, Jackie Burns, Constantine Maroulis and More Round Out This Year's ROCKERS ON BROADWAY Lineup by BroadwayWorld

The Path Fund Inc. has announced the final list of performers that will appear at the 24th Annual ROCKERS ON BROADWAY LEGENDS LIVE ON on Monday, November 13, 2017 at Le Poisson Rouge 158 Ble…

Why LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is Your Halloween Must-See by David Clarke

Cult classic movie musical LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is coming back to theaters this Halloween. We've got five reasons why the time has come for you too see this beloved masterpiece on somethin…

Jeremy Renner Joins Star-Studded OUR TOWN Benefit Reading to Aid in Puerto Rico's Recovery Efforts by BroadwayWorld

The John Gore Organization announced today that two-time Academy Award nominee Jeremy Renner and Maximiliano Hern ndez will join their Avengers Infinity War co-stars in the special benefit r…

Stars of Broadway’s Miss Saigon, Groundhog Day, and More Gather for Puerto Rico Benefit Concert by Ruthie Fierberg

How to get tickets to the night of music and comedy in November.

The Phantom Returns! Andrew Lloyd Webber's LOVE NEVER DIES Tour Opens Tonight in Detroit by BroadwayWorld

Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies, the spellbinding sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, makes its North American premiere TONIGHT - Wednesday, October 25 in Detroit, MI, following techni…

Mandy Gonzalez is “Fearless” at the Café Carlyle by Sandi Durell

  By Sandi Durell   On a two week hiatus from her starring role as Angelica Schuyler Church on Broadway in Hamilton, Mandy Gonzalez debuted her show Fearless at the Café Carlyle on Tu…

Five Burning Questions with Mary Jane Star Susan Pourfar

Susan Pourfar discusses the pain and humor in Mary Jane, how she chooses projects, and where she finds unlikely Scandal fans.

Slung Low’s Leeds home ’trashed’ in burglary by Giverny Masso

Leeds-based theatre company Slung Low’s premises have been vandalised and burgled. In a series of tweets, artistic director Alan Lane said the

Read What Critics Had to Say About John Patrick Shanley’s The Portuguese Kid, Starring Jason Alexander by Ryan McPhee

The comedy from the Pulitzer-winning playwright opened Off-Broadway October 24.

Read Reviews for Oedipus El Rey at the Public Theater by Olivia Clement

See what critics thought of Luis Alfaro’s electric new take on the Greek tragedy.

How to ditch those dragons & grow as an artist by Chris Grady

I was at a Shadows workshop at the weekend with the amazing and challenging Jamie Catto, who is Insanely Gifted. I had the privilege to work with 12 of the Authentic Artists who are on a two…

Why Canadian musicals are flying high by Paul Vale

Investment in workshops and development programmes is paying off as the North American nation looks to develop a production line of hit

Scandals and Secrets of the Supernatural: The Stories Behind Broadway's Haunted Theatres by Robert Viagas

Turn down the lights and move closer to the comforting glow of your computer screen. We’re going to tell you Broadway ghost stories: real ones.

Theater News: Jeremy Renner Joins Avengers Costars in Our Town Benefit Led by Scarlett Johansson

Maximiliano Hernández has also been announced, in addition to Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo, and Chris Evans.

Alison Fraser, Teal Wicks Set for New Musical That Shines Light on LGBTQ Suicide by Andrew Gans

The Shards of an Honor Code Junkie will be presented in December in Brooklyn.

See Mandy Gonzalez Make Her Café Carlyle Debut by Hannah Vine

The Hamilton star includes a new song by Lin-Manuel Miranda in her fall concert engagement.

North American Premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Love Never Dies Opens October 25 by Andrew Gans

The Phantom sequel is headed by Gardar Thor Cortes, Meghan Picerno, Karen Mason, and Sean Thompson.

Michael Moore Will Tour the Country With His Broadway Show by Ryan McPhee

The activist and filmmaker made his stage debut earlier this year with The Terms of My Surrender.

Eun-Me Ahn review – eye-scorchingly colourful dance goes K-pop by Sanjoy Roy

The Place, London From a snail’s-pace procession to techno-pogoing in hot pink light, the Korean choreographer’s relentless routines are hypnotic but emptyThe opening of Eun-Me Ahn’s L…

The Judas Tree/Song of the Earth, Royal Opera House, London — magnificent MacMillan

The choreographer’s celebratory season continued with two important, superbly danced works

Space Available at the Royal George Theatre Center by Bt

The Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted, has space available for performances, rehearsals, classes and more. The 50 seat Gallery Theatre space is available for prime time 3 – 6 week ren…

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami — mad hats and memories

Documentary about the singer and model is strong on reminiscences but short on archive footage

Lady Gaga, Kirsten Dunst, more celebrities turn out for World Series Game 1 by Usa Today, Usa Today

The Dodgers locked up the first game of the World Series against the Astros at Dodger Stadium Tuesday in front of an audience packed with star power.       
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Read Reviews for Anna Ziegler’s The Last Match Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

See what critics think of the new play about tennis, ambition, and sacrifice.

Ali Ewoldt and Matt Doyle to Celebrate Skitch Henderson With New York Pops October 27 by Robert Viagas

The stars of Phantom of the Opera and Book of Mormon will sing at Carnegie Hall.

Theatre News: Inua Ellams wins Liberty Human Rights Award

The playwright and poet was recognised for his one-man play An Evening With An Immigrant

Cheyenne Jackson Brings His Concert Tour to California by Robert Viagas

The star of Broadway’s Xanadu and Finian’s Rainbow has been singing around the U.S.

Poetry Review: “Noon until Night” — The Whole Struggle by Arts Fuse Editor

Comparisons and guesses about influence aside, poet Richard Hoffman's voice is individual, original, and strong.

Book Review: Patti Smith’s “Devotion” — Not Devoted Enough by Arts Fuse Editor

The short volume promises a glimpse into Patti Smith’s intuitive creative process -- but disappoints.

Photo Coverage: THE LAST MATCH Serves Opening Night Ball Off Broadway by Jessica Fallon Gordon

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the New York premiere of The Last Match by Anna Ziegler's, directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch. The cast includes Wilson Bethel as 'Tim,' Alex Mickiewic…

Photo Coverage: Public Theater Celebrates Opening Night of OEDIPUS EL REY by Jennifer Broski

The Public Theater's Oedipus El Rey, written by Luis Alfaro and directed by Chay Yew, is being presented in collaboration with The Sol Project, running through Sunday, December 3 with an off…

Review Roundup: John Patrick Shanley's THE PORTUGUESE KID by Review Roundups

The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, just opened last night at MTC at New York City Center- Stage I 131…

Marilyn Maye Will Help Jazz at Lincoln Center Notch Its 30th Anniversary October 27 and 28 by Robert Viagas

The cabaret singer who likes to “keep moving” at 89 will do four concerts at the Appel Room in New York City.

Levi!, Featuring a Score by Oscar-Winning Sherman Brothers, Will Premiere in Los Angeles by Andrew Gans

Bruce Kimmel will direct the limited engagement, which will feature choreography by Kay Cole.

Henry Moore’s ‘Old Flo’ returned to east London

Sculpture had been loaned out for 20 years and was almost sold by Tower Hamlets council

Amazing Grace to Tour the Country by Mark A. Robinson

Amazing Grace, the Broadway musical of 2015 that tells the inspiring tale of one of the world’s most-beloved hymns and of the man behind its creation, is now set to begin a national tour t…

Eugene Gordon “Porky” Lee: Retired at Age Five by Trav S.D.

While today he is one of the better known of the Our Gang kids, Eugene Gordon “Porky” Lee (1933-2005) had one of the least eventful careers of any of them. One encounters no tale…

Inside Rehearsals With Danny Burstein, Rebecca Naomi Jones, and More for Describe the Night by Hannah Vine

The new play by Rajiv Joseph makes its New York premiere at the Atlantic Theater Company this fall.

VENUS IN FUR – West End ★★★★★ by Anne Cox

Sizzling with eroticism, this provocative, highly seductive two-hander sees Natalie Dormer and David Oakes exquisitely deliver pleasure & pain.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Reveals His Son Doesn’t Like Hamilton by Ruthie Fierberg

The Hamilton creator talks “Almost Like Praying,” his son’s harsh criticisms, and freestyles with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

Linda and Laura Benanti Re-Team for Mother-Daughter Concert in NYC by Robert Viagas

The mother-daughter duo will bring The Story Goes On back to Feinstein’s/54 Below.

Jason Hope | Why He Believes the Internet of Things Will Signal a New Era in Business Development by Rino16

Jason Hope is undeniably a prominent entrepreneur in the U.S and beyond. As an advocate of everything tech, he has progressively established his reputation as a leading digital entrepreneur …

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, October 25, 2017 by Susan Grace

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Christine Andreas and Klea Blackhurst Headline NYC Gershwins and Friends Concert by Robert Viagas

The Schimmel Center will also host American Dance Spectacular!.

Take a Look at the Opening Night of The Portuguese Kid, Starring Jason Alexander and Sherie Rene Scott by Hannah Vine

John Patrick Shanley’s new romantic comedy gets a world premiere from Manhattan Theatre Club.

Review: Witness for the Prosecution at London’s County Hall by Sally Hales

Food for our fragile islander egoism? Sally Hales reviews the new staging of Agatha Christie's courtroom drama. The post Review: Witness for the Prosecution at London’s County Hall app…

Off-Broadway Review: "Oedipus el Rey" Creates Mythos at The Public's Shiva Theatre by David Roberts

Also compelling is one of Oedipus’s final questions, “Do we have to believe everything they tell us?” Equally compelling is the question of the Coro, “Do we lay down and take what th…

Luna Stage opens 25th season with "Paradise," a play about outsiders by Natalie Pompilio | For Nj Advance Media

The West Orange theater celebrates its silver anniversary by continuing its mission to "illuminate your world" with a play about outsiders and their complex relationship to each ot…

Review:Oedpius El Rey at curtainup.com/ by Deirdre Donovan

a soul-stretching experience, a fine opportunity to experience a great classic in a steamy Latin key

Diary: Upholding factual Standards by Tabard

London versus New York, Lloyd Webber versus Sondheim – the musical theatre rivalry between the UK and the US is well-trodden ground,

Diary: Greek myth goes Dutch by Tabard

We all know the ancient Greeks to be the pioneers of theatre as we know it today – not least because of

Review: The Weird Sisters bring out their ghoulish Halloween spook for “Dangerous Women” by Andrew Alexander

The Halloween season is as good a time as any to remind ourselves that women can be every bit as diabolical, bloody and violent as their male counterparts. Dangerous Women, a new show throug…

Hamlet: October 26 by Harry Venning

Chronic Theatremakers: The Importance of Social Goods and Sharing Your Story by [email protected] (jdstokely)

By Sara Brookner, Trip Venturella. Dramaturg Sara Brookner interviews playwright Trip Venturella about his experiences as a theatremaker with epilepsy.

SAINT GEORGE & THE DRAGON – National Theatre by Aleks Sierz

After DC Moore’s flawed Common comes Mullarkey’s similarly flawed Saint George and the Dragon. Taking the myth of George, the legendary dragon slayer and rescuer of damsels in distress, …

In pictures (October 26): Almeida Theatre, Tobacco Factory, Guildford Shakespeare, Tron, War Horse, Act for Change and more by The Stage

The latest press night parties, new shows in rehearsal, events and awards from the theatrical world in pictures. This week’s highlights include opening nights

Bring more women on to theatre boards (your views, October 26) by The Stage

Following Erica Whyman’s piece (‘In the wake of Weinstein, we must get our own house in order’, October 19), what about increasing

Review: i ride in colour and soft focus, no longer anywhere at Fierce Festival by Eve Allin

A subtle, gracefully outlined coping mechanism: Eve Allin reviews Jamila Johnson-Small’s solo project as part of Fierce Festival 2017. The post Review: i ride in colour and soft focus, no …

BWW's On This Day - October 25, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on October 25 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

Livestreaming Discussion Public Works Dallas: A Retrospective at Southern Methodist University on Thursday 26 October 2017 by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. SMU Meadows School of the Arts and the Dallas Theater Center in Texas present a review and panel discussion of research findings from the pilot year of Public Works Dallas l…

Nathan Caton review – a cosy cruise down the middle of the road by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, London The charmingly self-mocking standup is not short of decent gags but appears almost devoid of strong opinions. He may not offend but he certainly exasperatesWhat do you w…

Review: "School of Rock" at The Bushnell by Mark G Auerbach

School of Rock's national tour is at The Bushnell in Hartford this week.. An energetic stage adaptation of the movie with some Andrew Lloyd Webber rock and a great kids ensemble.

International news round-up: October 26 by The Stage

Chinese group ban kills Nanta appetite SOUTH KOREA/SEOUL A theatre running one of South Korea’s most successful shows will close by the end

Que Bueno! “Company Of Angels” World Premiere Drama “This Land”, Was Made For You And Me! by Leo Buck

Ms. Ordaz has constructed an intricate jigsaw puzzle of a plot with a copious array of layers—but it all becomes crystal clear by the closing scene which brings everything brilliantly full…

TRYST – Tabard Theatre ★★★★ by Jonathan Baz

The script is beautifully crafted, moving at a pace that flits between thundering forward to reflect the fast passage of time and pulling back to uncover a multitude of truths.

Theatre News: Rosalie Craig and Danielle Tarento to feature in next Tonic Celebrates event

The event provides a platform for inspirational women in theatre

Photo Coverage: Jason Alexander and Cast of THE PORTUGUESE KID Celebrate Opening Night by Walter McBride

The Portuguese Kid, a new play written and directed by Tony, Pulitzer Prize, and Academy Award winner John Patrick Shanley, opened last night, Tuesday, October 24, at MTC at New York City Ce…

BWW Morning Brief October 25th, 2017: LOVE NEVER DIES Tour Opens, HAIR Tribe Reunites, and More! by Danielle Ashley

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news LOVE NEVER DIES tour opens, HAIR tribe reunites, and more

HMLTD — a breathless treat at the Electric Ballroom, London

An uproarious show from the charismatic London band

The Judas Tree/Song of the Earth review at Royal Opera House, London – ‘superb’ by Anna Winter

Kenneth MacMillan’s final work The Judas Tree is an emotionally eviscerating ordeal of a one-act ballet. Performed by the Royal Ballet as

Vinette Robinson: ‘Playing Ophelia had an impact on me I can’t fully explain’ by Nick Clark

Vinette Robinson, one of the stars of Albion, which opened at the Almeida last week, tells Nick Clark about working with Rupert

In pictures: Network rehearsals starring Bryan Cranston and Michelle Dockery by Giverny Masso

The National Theatre has released photographs of Bryan Cranston and Michelle Dockery rehearsing for Network. Network, which is set in a “dystopian

Dystopian 'Beasts Made Of Night' By New Haven Author A Metaphor For Racial Injustice by Susan Dunne

"Beasts Made of Night" is set in a dystopian, sci-fi world where aristocrats hire poor youths to cleanse their souls by "eating" their sins. Those sins show up on the sin-eaters' skin in the…

CMU, Point Park drama schools respond to Hollywood sex scandals by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

During the dozen years Don Wadsworth has been teaching the Business of the Business class for Carnegie Mellon University senior actors, there have been occasional discussions about the casti…

15th Anniversary Premiere at Streetwise Opera by Blouin Artinfo

The premiere of “Tell Me The Truth About Love” will mark the 15th anniversary of Streetwise Opera. The immersive performance will be staged at Sage Gateshead on 14 and 15 April 2018, and…

York’s pop-up Shakespeare theatre gets green light by Giverny Masso

Plans have been approved for a pop-up Shakespearean theatre in York City Centre. Lunchbox Theatrical Productions submitted proposals for the 12-sided temporary

Peter Hall’s former school dedicates new performing arts centre to the theatre giant by Georgia Snow

A new performing arts centre at the school attended by Peter Hall is to be named after the late director. Designed by

Bell Shakespeare’s ‘The Merchant of Venice’ at Sydney Opera House by Blouin Artinfo

Sydney Opera House presents Bell Shakespeare’s new production of “The Merchant of Venice,” directed by Anne-Louise Sarks. Jessica Tovey confesses to being a theater nerd and a fan…

Chris Goode’s Jubilee and 4.48 Psychosis opera in new Lyric Hammersmith season by Roda Musa

The Lyric Hammersmith in London has announced its 2018 season, which will include Chris Goode’s stage adaptation of Jubilee, starring Toyah Willcox.

Review: Review: Hamlet (Glyndebourne and tour)

A strong second cast for Brett Dean's new opera as it goes on tour

Theatre News: Dates and venue announced for the WhatsOnStage Awards

Nominations for the awards open this week

Photos: First look at Bryan Cranston in rehearsals for Network

Lee Hall's adaptation of Paddy Chayefsky's film premieres at the National Theatre next month

Review: Review: The Lorax (The Old Vic)

David Greig and Charlie Fink's show returns to the Old Vic after an Olivier nominated run in 2015

John de Lancie takes on Trump-inspired satire at Mosaic Theater by Keith Loria

John de Lancie is set to star in Mosaic Theater Company’s production of Pulitzer Prize finalist Jon Robin Baitz’ Vicuña & The American Epilogue as Kurt Seaman, a Donald Trump-inspi…

An Interview With a Revolutionary: Natalia Kaliada of Belarus Free Theatre by Alan Katz

There is still dictatorship in Europe. Protestors are beaten in the streets. Artists and activists are tortured in prison. An iron-fisted strong man rigs elections and crushes all opposition…

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Freestyles a Woman's Life into HAMILTON-Style Musical by BroadwayWorld

Lin-Manuel Miranda stopped by last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON and joined The Roots for an improv HAMILTON-style freestyle about an audience member's life.

Stars Of HAMILTON Partner With Omaze To Support Opening Act by BroadwayWorld

Hamilton's biggest stars are excited to announce a partnership with Omaze to benefit Opening Act, a program that provides theater opportunities for New York City's most underserved public sc…

REVIEW: When Midnight Strikes, Drayton Arms Pub Theatre ✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves When Midnight Strikes The Drayton Arms Pub Theatre 24th October 2017 Book Tickets Charles Miller and Kevin Hammonds are one of this country's most prolific and inventive musi…

Review: Insignificance at the Arcola Theatre by Francesca Peschier

Who said what? Francesca Peschier reviews Terry Johnson's play featuring Albert Einstein and Marilyn Monroe. The post Review: Insignificance at the Arcola Theatre appeared first on Exeunt Ma…

Feature: We need to talk about women playwrights of colour in theatre by Afshan D'souza-Lodhi

Let’s talk about women playwrights of colour in theatre. Recently there was public outrage over the lack of female playwrights in leading London Theatres and, rightly so. The numbers are s…

Full casting announced for The York Realist by Georgia Snow

Jonathan Bailey and Lesley Nicol have been announced as part of the cast for the forthcoming revival of Peter Gill’s The York

Review:The Last Match at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

Anna Ziegler uses tennis as metaphor for the universal game of life. Anna Ziegler uses tennis as metaphor for the universal game of life. Though you don't have to be…

Review:The Portuguese Kid at curtainup.com by Elyse Sommer

John Patrick Shanley is back with another comedy about moonstruck losers. . .this one aiming for freshness with a running "how could you vote for Trump" joke

PHOTOS: First look at @SpanishTheatreC’s #TheHouseOfBernardaAlba > @CervantesTheatr by Press Releases

Lorca classic The House of Bernarda Alba (La Casa de Bernarda Alba) gets a major new production – with performances in both Spanish and English – at the custom-built Cervantes Theatre,…

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Son Hates Hamilton but Loves Puerto Rico by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, October 25, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Stage and Screen Star Robert Guillaume Passes Away, “The Human” Announce Touring Cast, and Michael Friedman’s Memorial “Today on Broadway” is a daily, M…

On the Couch with Rohan Browne by Arts Review

WHO IS ROHAN BROWNE? Over an extensive career, Rohan Browne has established himself as one of Australia’s most versatile performers that has encompassed roles on the stage film and tel…

Theatre News: Toyah Willcox to star in new season at Lyric Hammersmith

The actress and singer will star in a new stage adaptation of Derek Jarman's film Jubilee

Quizzes: Poll: What is the best theatre poster of all time?

You see them every day, now it's time to have your say on your favourite show artwork

The Portuguese Kid

The Portuguese Kid Off Broadway, MTC at City Center Reviewed by Shoshana Rubin BOTTOM LINE: A young lover, a hot wife, and a crotchety mother all take turns causing hilarious drama in John…

WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION – County Hall ★★★★★ by Johnny Fox

The first crime uncovered in Witness for the Prosecution is that this amazing space, the glorious council chamber of the LCC then GLC at County Hall has not been pressed into service for sit…

Two new #StageFaves join Ordinary Days as it returns to London

Great news for fans of ORDINARY DAYS - the show is returning to London with two new #StageFaves in the cast. After impressing audiences at London Theatre Workshop and taking Edinburgh by sto…

2018 Australian Performing Arts Market Announces Program as Registrations Open by Arts Review

From 19 – 23 February 2018 leading national and international performing arts industry will descend on Brisbane for the Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM), Australia’s largest …

FROM DOWN UNDER: A Chorus Line by Simon Parris

CLOC Musical Theatre revives seminal Broadway classic A Chorus Line in a production that neatly balances a fresh interpretation with respectfully traditional elements.

London’s last scene-painting workshop faces final curtain after luxury flats get go-ahead by Georgia Snow

A central London scene-painting workshop that has created sets for West End productions for more than a century is facing closure amid

Competition: Win tickets to The Diary of a Nobody at King’s Head Theatre by The Stage

Four men, 45 mixed-gender roles, a stage full of props, a party, a brawl, and lots of bad puns. The cult Victorian

CD Review: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS THE NEW MUSICAL (Original Cast Recording) by Tony Frankel

A SPLISH SPLASH MISHMASH After a successful out-of-town tryout in Chicago, SpongeBob SquarePants The New Musical is opening on Broadway this November. To whet the public’s appetite à …

Opera Australia’s ‘Madama Butterfly’ at Capitol Theatre, Sydney by Blouin Artinfo

Opera Australia’s production of Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” is set to start for a two-week-run at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney.  The production was first created in 1997 by…

‘The Exterminating Angel’ at Metropolitan Opera House, New York by Blouin Artinfo

The American premiere of the surrealist play by Thomas Adès “The Exterminating Angel” will be performed at Metropolitan Opera in New York.After a night at the opera, a few guests receiv…

Judy To Perform on 'A Love Letter to Stephen Sondheim' at The Public Theater, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Award-winning singer-songwriter Judy Collins will be performing songs from her album “A Love Letter to Stephen Sondheim” at The Public Theatre in New York.Known for her inventive interpr…

Mark Shenton: How should we address theatre’s sexual harassment problem? by Mark Shenton

In the immediate wake of the first round of revelations about Harvey Weinstein, I wrote a column in which I quoted Katherine

Maggie Brown: Sitcoms are damn hard, but Ofcom’s right: we need them by Maggie Brown

We all like a laugh from time to time, which is why one of British television’s great gifts has been the sitcom.

Tetsuya Umeda by Arts Review

Japan’s master artist of sonic visual sensations, Tetsuya Umeda is set to thrill with his site specific occupation of The Substation from 30 October to 4 November and a one off performance…

Tribe Reunited! Jonathan Groff, Caissie Levy, Will Swenson & More Alumni Perform HAIR Again for Tonight's Public Theater Benefit by BroadwayWorld

The Public Theater hosts a one-night-only 50th Anniversary benefit celebration of the legendary musical HAIR, which first premiered at The Public in 1967, tonight, October 25.

'BROADWAY BOUND' Part 2 Comes to Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Tony nominee Christiane Noll Ragtime, Ryan Vona Paramour, Caroline Bowman Wicked, Jim Brochu Zero Hour, and Bonnie Milligan Kinky Boots recently joined Feinstein's54 Below's second edition o…

Stars of COME FROM AWAY Set for 2017 StoryCorps Gala Tonight by BroadwayWorld

StoryCorps, the non-profit that collects, shares, and preserves the stories of people of all backgrounds, will celebrate the lives it has documented, and people and partners that have helped…

Laura Osnes, Robert Cuccioli & Josh Young Featured on New ANGELS Studio Cast Recording, Out Today! by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway-aimed new musical ANGELS, produced by Marcus Cheong amp Mark Kang, releases an original studio cast recording digitally today, October 25, 2017.

Autistic Actor Leads THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, Opening Tonight at Syracuse Stage by BroadwayWorld

The Indiana Repertory Theater IRT and Syracuse Stage welcome Seattle-based actor Mickey Rowe as Christopher John Francis Boone in 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' by Simon…

‘Curvy Widow’ at Westside Theatre, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Based on the book of the same name by Bobby Goldman, “Curvy Widow” will be performed at Westside Theatre in New York.This witty and sassy musical is based on a true story and follows the…

'Iron & Wine' at The Town Hall, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Singer-songwriter Samuel Beam, aka Iron & Wine, will be performing at The Town Hall in New York.For more than a decade, Samuel Beam has been creating music as Iron & Wine. Beam relea…

Danielle Darrieux by John Simon

A very smart ex-girlfriend of mine always began reading the Times with the obituaries. The obits, to give them their nickname, are the important epilogue to a life, a summing-up that may sli…

Final Bow: Final Bow: Emily Skinner Recalls Pigmy Hedgehogs and Sondheim in Prince of Broadway

Skinner is among the ensemble cast of this revue celebrating the career of Harold Prince.

Vanessa Morgan Reveals Who She'd Date on Riverdale by Young Hollywood

Vanessa Morgan Reveals Who She'd Date on RiverdaleThe lovely Vanessa Morgan stops by the YH Studio to tell us all about her intriguing new character on The CW's "Riverdale", Toni Topaz, and …

Vanessa Morgan Plays Riverdale Rapid Fire by Young Hollywood

Vanessa Morgan Plays Riverdale Rapid FireNew "Riverdale" resident and Southside Serpent Vanessa Morgan, AKA Toni Topaz, is in the YH Studio where we initiate her into our own little club by …

The Arts on Stamps of the World —October 25 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

'George Michael: Freedom’: Posthumous Documentary On The Famous Singer by Blouin Artinfo

Showtime’s documentary “George Michael: Freedom,” on the late superstar singer George Michael, highlights the perils of the music industry and its ensuing success. The documentary rede…

Telly Leung, Max Von Essen, and More Broadway Tenors Will Reach for the High Notes in October 26 Concert by Robert Viagas

They will showcase songs from their new self-titled album at Feinstein’s/54 Below in NYC.

John Leguizamo On Returning To Broadway by WNYC

Actor and comedian John Leguizamo has returned to Broadway with his new show “Latin History for Morons” at Studio 54. The 90-minute solo play explores how Latinos have been marginaliz…

A POSTCARD from Anna Becker, Executive Director of On Stage at Kingsborough by The Dance Enthusiast

In A Postcard from Anna Becker, Executive Director of On Stage at Kingsborough, "Dance from around the world will come to our Brooklyn stage, including brilliant ballerinas from Russia, fie…

The Story Behind Putin's Meddling In The Election, Exploring The Decades-Long Struggle Between DC & Marvel, John Leguizamo by WNYC

Michael Kirk explains why Russia interfered in the 2016 election. Reed Tucker explores the decades-long battle between Marvel and DC Comics. John Leguizamo on returning to Broadway. 

How Well Do You Know Main Stem Musicals That Started Off-Broadway? by Logan Culwell-Block

With The Band's Visit readying to make its Broadway premiere after a downtown run, we're quizzing you on musicals of the Great White Way that started Off-Broadway.

Hear Tony Nominees Laura Osnes and Josh Young on the New Album of Broadway-Aimed Angels Musical by Ruthie Fierberg

Listen to three EXCLUSIVE tracks before the show’s studio album drops October 27.

Watch: Take a Tour of Haunted Broadway On This Walking Tour by Ruthie Fierberg

From the lore behind the Belasco Theatre to ghost spottings at the New Amsterdam, Playbill reveals highlights from the new Ghostlight Tour: Haunted Broadway.

WATCH: The Anthropologists - a Meet the Theatre film

Meet The Anthropologists, a troupe that collaboratively creates investigative theatre pieces meant to inspire action. This video was directed by Andrew Block, and shot and edited by Scott Fe…

'Beauty and the Beast' kicks off Pittsburgh Musical Theater season by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The annual collaboration of Pittsburgh Musical Theater’s Richard E. Rauh Conservatory and the Pittsburgh CAPA Orchestra is “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast,” at the Byham Theater, Down…