Spamalot by Joseph Pisano

Still, whatever faint accommodations he grants it, for Idle, structure is the enemy of joy, which every aspect of "Spamalot" is relentlessly intent on delivering, not only from a few well-pe…

Review Roundup: THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater

The Lincoln Center Theater production of The Gardens of Anuncia opens tonight at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater.

‘Asi Wind’s Inner Circle’ is a Triumph of Sleight of Hand by Billy

This show will play its final performance on January 14, 2024 — catch the magic now before it is too late. The post ‘Asi Wind’s Inner Circle’ is a Triumph of Sleight of Hand appeared…

Vampire Lesbians of Sodom

The post Vampire Lesbians of Sodom appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Theatre Review: ‘Public Obscenities’ at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company by Anne Valentino

While technically there is no public obscenity in this play, the content offers a complex, edgy, and, at times, risqué look at modern Indian culture as framed through the literal and metaph…

Theatre Review: ‘Arms and the Man’ at Washington Stage Guild by Peter Orvetti

When “Arms and the Man” opened in the West End in April 1894, George Bernard Shaw found himself called onto the stage after the curtain to receive a cavalcade of applause. The response s…

Shucked goes WRONG at Macys Parade Rehearsal 🌽 by bwaySHO

‘Gardens of Anuncia’ Review: The Broadway Star and the Women Who Molded Her by Juan A. Ramírez

Michael John LaChiusa’s beautifully sung tribute to sisterly admiration, starring Priscilla Lopez, was inspired by the early life of the show’s director, Graciela Daniele.

Review: The Gardens of Anuncia at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater by Lane Williamson

Michael John LaChiusa brings his unique theatricality to a memory musical about director/choreographer Graciela Daniele's childhood in Perón's Argentina. Lane Williamson reviews. The post R…

The Gardens of Anuncia: LaChiusa- Daniele Memory Musical Memorable by David Finkle

★★★★☆ Composer Michael John LaChiusa, director-choreographer Graciela Daniele tell her affecting story The post The Gardens of Anuncia: LaChiusa- Daniele Memory Musical Memorable …

THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA, A True Pleasure — Review

Theatrely's Off-Broadway review of The Gardens of Anuncia at Lincoln Center Theatre by Michael John LaChiusa and Graciela Daniele in New York City.

Joss Ackland, stalwart of British stage and screen, dies at 95 by Harrison Smith / The Washington Post

Ackland, a self-described workaholic, brought a mellifluous voice and commanding presence to more than 200 movies and television shows, in addition to starring in musicals on London’s West…

Back to the Future rehearsing for Macy’s Parade by bwaySHO

Broadway Welcomes Tammy Faye Musical for 2024-25 Season by Belaid S

The Broadway stage is set to welcome the acclaimed musical ‘Tammy Faye’ in the 2024-25 season, marking another milestone in

Charles Busch, Actor/Playwright/Cabaret Performer/Drag Legend – 11-16-23 by Barry Gordin

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Musical Next to Normal Set for West End Debut by Belaid S

In a significant move for the theatre world, the critically acclaimed musical ‘Next to Normal’ is slated for a transfer

BTS Mac: Thanksgiving Day Parade by bwaySHO

Seymour Centre announces 2024 season

The post Seymour Centre announces 2024 season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Our favorite part of football season #halftimeshow 🏈👏 @unlvrgandco1045 by DanceOn

Watch the Cast of Spamalot Glory in ‘Taking the Pee Out of Broadway’ on Opening Night by Darryn King

Spamalot, the revival of the Broadway musical reimagining of Monty Python and the Holy Grail, opened on November 16 at the St. James Theatre. It’s an uproariously good time, said Ethan S…

Amid Falling Walls by Jk Clarke

Theater Review by Samuel L. Leiter . . . . It’s a pleasure to report that, with Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent), the venerable National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene yet again demo…

J’Nai Bridges to Sing Julia Perry’s Stabat mater With the New York Philharmonic. by Imani Danielle Mosley

'There are so many mothers who have lost their children, their Black children....'

Remarkable, immersive ‘Here Lies Love’ closing this Sunday by Alan Smason

By ALAN SMASON, WYES-TV Theatre Critic (“Steppin’ Out“) The history of Here Lies Love dates back almost two decades ago when David Byrne and Fatboy Slim came up with an improbable conc…

Broadway’s ‘& Juliet’ will make German bow by Michael Abourizk

Following the launch of its North American tour, the musical will open in Hamburg in October 2024.

Who Was György Ligeti? by New York Philharmonic

For the past several weeks, the NY Phil has celebrated the centennial of Hungarian-Austrian composer György Ligeti. But who was Ligeti? Learn more about his life, career, and long-lasting l…

Exclusive Clip: Joy Huerta sings "Flying Away" from Real Women Have Curves by American Repertory Theater

Grammy Award winner Joy Huerta of Jesse&Joy (vocals) and Benjamin Velez (piano) perform “Flying Away” from Real Women Have Curves: The Musical at The Drama League Gala. The world premier…

Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST | "Be Our Guest" Sunrise LIVE Performance! 🌹 by Disney On Broadway

Step into the enchanting world of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast with a short preview of the mesmerizing Be Our Guest number, performed by our talented cast in front of a live audience at S…

Chita Rivera, Barry Bostwick, More Will Join Debbie Wileman for Judy Garland Tribute by Andrew Gans

"Judy Garland" We Need a Little Christmas will play Carnegie Hall in December.

"Move" from Goodspeed's Dreamgirls by Goodspeed Musicals

Trejah Bostic (Effie), Ta-Tynisa Wilson (Deena) and Keirsten Hodgens (Lorrell) perform "Move" from Goodspeed's DREAMGIRLS. DREAMGIRLS Nov 10 - Dec 30, 2023 at The Goodspeed, East Haddam Lea…

‘United States v. Gupta’ Review: Father’s Trial, Daughter’s Song by Rhoda Feng

Deepali Gupta offers a meandering and muddled take on the trial of Rajat Gupta, a former head of McKinsey & Company.

Get tickets to see the Rockettes in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular by Matt Levy

Here's how to kick it with the high kicking Rockettes this Christmas season.

***** ‘HELL’S KITCHEN’ REVIEW – ALICIA KEYS JUKEBOX MUSICAL IS A MARVEL by Robert Shuman

(Lauren Mechling’s article appeared in the Guardian, 11/19; Photo: Maleah Joi Moon in Hell’s Kitchen. Photograph: Photo Credit: Joan Marcus.)   The Public Theater, New York The star he…

The Lantern Theater presents Lynn Nottage’s Crumbs from the Table of Joy by Krista Mar

Crumbs from the Table of Joy, a lesser-known early work by Lynn Nottage, one of America’s most popular playwrights, still feels relevant in this Lantern Theater production. Krista Mar revi…

James Monroe Iglehart & Nik Walker Choose Chaos in Spamalot by bwaySHO

James Monroe Iglehart & Nik Walker Choose Chaos in Spamalot on Broadway. Hear their conversation with @bwaySHO from the opening night red carpet. Filmed by Avery Ingvarson Edited & produced…

Black Friday on Broadway 2023 by Ken Davenport

Something is going on. I’ve never seen so many Black... The post Black Friday on Broadway 2023 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Emotional Support Matt Damon with Nik Walker by bwaySHO

Nik Walker brings his emotional support Matt Damon to the Spamalot Opening Night red carpet. Filmed by Avery Ingvarson Edited by @bwaySHO Subscribe to @bwaySHO for more of your favourite …

SPAMALOT 1st Look on Broadway by bwaySHO

Head inside The St. James Theatre for a 1st look at Spamalot on Broadway Video courtesy of SPAMALOT #Spamalot #jamesmonroe #Broadway

Photos and Video: Roberto Araujo Returns to The Green Room 42 With I Just Wanted You to Know by Logan Culwell-Block

The Mexican performer sang songs by Stephen Sondheim, David Yazbek, Steven Lutvak, and more.

Rachel Zegler & Andrew Burnap: Snow White Swap by bwaySHO

Rachel Zegler’s on the big screen now in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, so let’s throw it back to our chat from Miscast & Camelot Opening Night, where we spoke with …

Robyn Hurder will depart ‘A Beautiful Noise’ by Michael Abourizk

The Tony Award nominee will play her final performance on Dec. 17.

Robyn Hurder Sets Departure Date in Broadway's A Beautiful Noise by Talaura Harms

The Tony nominee currently plays Neil Diamond's former wife, Marcia Murphey.

Video: Joy Huerta And Benjamin Velez Perform 'Flying Away' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES

American Repertory Theater has released a video clip of Joy Huerta (vocals) and Benjamin Velez (piano) performing “Flying Away” from Real Women Have Curves at The Drama League Gala. Watc…

Robyn Hurder to Play Final Performance in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical

Robyn Hurder To Play Final Performance in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Next Month

Robyn Hurder will play her final performance as Marcia Murphey in A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical on December 17, 2023.

Review: ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ at the Paramount has lots of chocolate, now it just needs to warm up by Chris Jones

Granted, Roald Dahl’s dark and complex stories from the 1960s are not easy to adapt into family musicals.

40 Years Ago: The Day After by Trav S.D.

Oh, fiddlesticks, the most important movie ever made is The Wizard of Oz. Anyway, thanks, Kevin Maher, for reminding me that today marks the 40th anniversary of the original broadcast of the…

Christmas Eve in Dikanka to Hold NYC Industry Readings by Logan Culwell-Block

Based on the story by Ukrainian novelist Nikolai Gogol, the new musical features a book, music, and lyrics by Kit Goldstein Grant.

Robyn Hurder to Play Final Performance in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL in December

Robyn Hurder will play her final performance at the Broadhurst Theatre in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical on Sunday, December 17.

A New ARCADIA For Today — Review

Theatrely's Off-Broadway review of Arcadia by Tom Stoppard in a new production from Bedlam in New York City.

Review: Amid Falling Walls Revives the Holocaust-Era Music of Resistance

Musical A Sign of the Times Will Have Its New York Premiere at New World Stages

A Sign of the Times

Alex Wyse Will Perform His Solo Musical Picking Up Speed in NYC by Logan Culwell-Block

The Good Night, Oscar star is bringing his work to the Royal Family Performing Arts Space for a limited engagement.

In Snatch Adams at Soho Rep, Becca Blackwell Plays a 6-Foot-Tall Vagina by Talaura Harms

The trans performer uses humor to address gender, reproductive rights, and how much we actually don’t know about vaginas.

Anthony Rapp's Without You to Play Boston by Margaret Hall

Based on the Rent star's memoir, the solo musical previously played New World Stages.

Photos: Get a 1st Look at Jordan Fisher as Orpheus in Broadway's Hadestown by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

Review: Alfred Molina and John Douglas Thompson Square Off in Blustery Inherit the Wind

Photos: Get a First Look at Jordan Fisher as 'Orpheus' in HADESTOWN

Get a first look at Jordan Fisher as 'Orpheus' in Hadestown!

A SIGN OF THE TIMES Will Open At New World Stages This Winter

The York Theatre Company in association with Richard J.Robin will present A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring 1960s pop hits. Previews begin Wednesday, February 7th and an opening n…

Firehouse Theater faithfully reprises ‘The Odd Couple’ — with a few twists by Alex Miller

Production features a solid cast and exceptional detail with set, props and costumes The post Firehouse Theater faithfully reprises ‘The Odd Couple’ — with a few twists appeared first …

Dana Delany and Dot-Marie Jones to Star in Highway Patrol at the Goodman Theatre

Theatrical Mustang: Star Finch’s Place of Questions by American Theatre Editors

This month Woodzick talks to the Bay Area playwright about political disillusionment, the liberation of basic income, and the sacred space of theatre.

Highway Patrol

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Musical Next to Normal Is (Finally!) Heading to the West End by Darryn King

The Donmar Warehouse production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Next to Normal will transfer to Wyndham’s Theatre in 2024. Directed by Donmar Artistic Director Michael Longhurst, the…

Review: With Four Women and Two Deer, a Family Fantasy in The Gardens of Anuncia

Stage directors and choreographers union announces results of 2023 executive board elections by Michael Abourizk

In addition to new and re-elected appointments, Jonathan S. Cerullo and Nick Corley received the President’s Award for Extraordinary Service.

1st Look: Beauty and the Beast at Walnut Street Theatre by Logan Culwell-Block

Julia Udine and Daniel Wisniewski lead the cast of the Disney favorite at the Philadelphia theatre.

Original Jersey Boys Star Daniel Reichard Will Offer Holiday Concert in NYC by Andrew Gans

Reichard will bring Mr. Christmas! to the Cutting Room.

"Something Good" ft. Christopher Plummer's Original Vocals | The Sound of Music Super Deluxe Edition by Rodgers & Hammerstein

For the first time ever, hear Christopher Plummer’s original vocals (dubbed by Bill Lee in the 1965 film and original soundtrack), featured on The Sound of Music’s Super Deluxe Edition �…

Review: Hershey Felder Imagines Chopin’s Last Piano Lesson in Monsieur Chopin

One theater’s solution to pandemic doldrums: Go smaller by Lily Janiak

Theatre Rhinoceros is producing gay theater in the Castro for the first time in its 46-year history.

Photos: See the Cast of Broadway for Arts Education's The Normal Heart Reading by Logan Culwell-Block

The reading will commemorate World AIDS Day and benefit the LGBT Community Center.

Exclusive: Watch Kelli O'Hara and Sutton Foster Take the Stage at Carnegie Hall

On Friday night, the New York Pops—led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke—was joined by Tony Award winners Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara for a one-night-only concert. I…

'Feeling Afraid As If Something Terrible Is Going To Happen' review – Samuel Barnett lets rip in this moving comedy by Matt Wolf

Two-time Tony nominee Samuel Barnett in roaring form in Marcelo Dos Santos's clever monologue

Picking Up Speed

A Faery Hunt Magical Adventure

Turkeys! The Musical

Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash

Santa Claus Conquers the Martians: The Greatest Story Ever Told

Una Noche Buena

A Look Inside Our Education Open House by Lincoln Center

David Geffen Hall was full of creativity, community, and conversation at our Education Open House this October! 👩‍🏫 🎨 🏫 Thanks to everyone who joined us!

Miho Hazama and m_unit

Soho’s new home for cabaret is so slick it’s like countercultural cosplay | Brian Logan by Brian Logan

The opening shows at London’s Underbelly Boulevard – Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett and Batsu! – are less edgy than you might expect, and more pricey, but there are some impressive tu…

Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age

Jess Gillam, saxophone

Review: Monty Python’s Spamalot at St. James Theatre by Nicole Serratore

The Monty Python musical returns to Broadway and shows its age. Nicole Serratore reviews. The post Review: Monty Python’s Spamalot at St. James Theatre appeared first on Exeunt Magazine NY…

Sierra Hull

Arturo Sandoval and Pedrito Martinez

Time For Three

Hadestown West End - Launch Event by Hadestown

All aboard London, we are coming! Step inside the #HadestownUK cast launch event. #WaitForUs

'I've been trying to do this for over 30 years' — Billy Porter sings on his terms by Phil Harrell

Following star-making roles in Broadway's Kinky Boots and FX's Pose, Billy Porter has released an original album that plays out like mini-autobiographies: Black Mona Lisa.

Kids Review Little Red by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

See what our littlest patrons think about Little Red! With a wandering wolf, a gardening grandma, singing forest creatures, and characters from other tales joining in, Little Red discovers …

Spamalot and Harmony: A Jew’s View. Steve Carell, Jeremy Strong, Tammy Faye on Broadway. Anna Deavere Smith’s New Play. Stageworthy News of the We by Jonathan Mandell

Of the eight shows I reviewed this past week, I probably reacted to two of them differently than I would have without the rise in antisemitism over the last six weeks.About the Broadway revi…

Susan Stroman to Receive 2023 Louis Auchincloss Prize From Museum of the City of New York

Museum of the City of New York to present the 2023 Louis Auchincloss Prize to award-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman.

Go Inside the Unveiling of Arielle Jacobs' Portrait at Sardi's by Margaret Hall

The actor joined the New York restaurant’s famed wall of caricatures November 17

Harrington Introduces TCE-llB Series Spark Resistant Air Hoists   by Michael Eddy

Harrington has recently introduced their new TCE-llB Series spark-resistant air hoists. These hoists are built with components that will reduce or eliminate risk of spark produced by impact …

FOR-A’s Scalable, Live Video Production Workflow, Including LED Wall, on Display at LDI by Michael Eddy

FOR-A Corporation of America makes it third appearance at LDI® this year, showcasing its live production workflow with the new HVS-190 NDI®-compatible video switcher, FA-9600 and FA-1616 …

Angel of Many Signs by Edward Kliszus

The New York Choral Society presented Angel of Many Signs, a superb digital, instrumental, choral, and visual art synthesis. This production was billed as “a multi-media and multi-discipli…

Transcendent Triumph and Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 by Edward Kliszus

Tonight's concert, Transcendent Triumph and Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2 was suitably billed as the Full InsideOut Concerts™ Experience. This performance by David Bernard and Park Avenue …

Monsieur Chopin by David Walters

This is historical, musical storytelling that will leave you informed, more knowledgable, and completely entertained.

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott-Led Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Extends Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

The revival of John Patrick Shanley's play is running at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

Susan Stroman to Receive Louis Auchincloss Prize From Museum of the City of New York by Logan Culwell-Block

Vanessa Williams, Robyn Hurder, Karen Ziemba, and more will be on hand to perform at the awards ceremony.

Go Inside & Juliet's 1 Year Anniversary Celebration by Meg Masseron

The musical follows Shakespeare's titular heroine as she gets a rewrite on her story, infused with pop anthems from Grammy winner Max Martin.

Broadway's Moulin Rouge! The Musical to Offer More Sing-Along Performances in 2024 by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

Video: The Cast of BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL Takes Their First Bows

BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical officially began previews in Chicago last night, November 19.  The musical plays at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.) through December 24.…

Mind Mangler: A Night of Tragic Illusion by Stanford Friedman

Mind Mangler conjures up a sad loser who fails magnificently at his craft, cracking up the audience while gaining their sympathy along the way.

Hell’s Kitchen by Tulis McCall

Seems as though there are three sets of people in the world.  The first group knows all about Alicia Keys and has been following her for decades.  The second group wouldn't know her if the…

‘& Juliet’ Celebrates First Broadway Anniversary Announcing German Production by Billy

'& Juliet' has wowed audiences with its pop jukebox score for a full year and will also be heading to Hamburg. The post ‘& Juliet’ Celebrates First Broadway Anniversary Announcin…

Soho Rep, in association with the Bushwick Starr, extends ‘Snatch Adams & Tainty McCracken’ by Billy

Now running to December 10! The joyously vulgar queer spectacle is written and performed by Becca Blackwell and Amanda Duarte. The post Soho Rep, in association with the Bushwick Starr, ext…

“Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club” Announces Natascia Diaz and Henry Gottfried Joining the Cast by Billy

Natascia Diaz will play Fraulein Kost/Fritzie and Henry Gottfried will play Ernst Ludwig opposite Eddie Redmayne as The Emcee. The post “Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club” Announces Natas…

New 1960's Pop Musical A Sign of the Times Will Premiere Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

The new musical features the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other 1960s hits.

Watch Shucked's Tiny Desk Concert by Margaret Hall

Listen to renditions of “Independently Owned,” “Maybe Love,” “Somebody Will,” and more in the NPR series.

Aubrey Plaza & Christopher Abbott: Danny and the Deep Blue Sea by bwaySHO

GLP impression X5 IP Bars Have the Edge for Karol G’s Stadium Shows by Michael Eddy

LD Ignacio (Iggy) Rosenberg has become another early adopter of GLP’s new impression X5 IP Bars, having successfully commandeered 136 units from PRG for Karol G’s recent 13-date American…

Review: Spring Awakening Feels a Little Sleepy in New East West Players Production

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Will Host Sing-Along Performances in 2024

Returning by popular demand, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical will have two very special Spectacular Sing-Along Performances next year on Wednesday, February 2…

Video: Ariana DeBose Performs 'This Wish' In Disneyland Paris

As Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical “Wish” nears its Nov. 22 opening date, Academy Award®-winning actor Ariana DeBose appeared under the stars at Disneyland Pa…

Headed to Broadway – Theater Previews by Sandi Durell

On the heels of an Olivier Award-nominated run in London’s West End, “Tammy Faye,” a new musical based on the the lives of famous televangelists Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker, has set a Br…

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of the New Mischief Comedy Mind Mangler Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

The show previously enjoyed a run in the West End, a U.K. tour, and a successful bow at Edinburgh Fringe.

Photos: Check Out Lesli Margherita, Justin Huertas, Jason Veasey, More in Little Shop of Horrors Concerts by Andrew Gans

Flint Repertory Theatre presented staged concerts of the classic Howard Ashman-Alan Menken musical.

Broadway Buying Guide: November 20, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 20, 202…

Photos: & JULIET Celebrates First Anniversary on Broadway; Will Open in Germany in 2024

On the heels of the show’s first anniversary on Broadway, the producers of & Juliet announced that the hit musical will premiere a German production at Stage Operettenhaus in Hamburg…

John Stamos Was Turned Away at the Door of the Real Kit Kat Club, According to His Memoir by Molly Higgins

In Stamos' new memoir If You Would Have Told Me, the actor shares stories from his time on Broadway, including when he scandalized Full House fans.

Video: Tituss Burgess Performs 'Chandelier' From MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL

An all new video has been released featuring footage of Tituss Burgess as Harold Zigler in Moulin Rouge! The Musical, performing the song 'Chandelier'! Check out the video here!

Robe Lighting France to Distribute Avolites in France by Michael Eddy

As previously announced, Robe Lighting s.r.o. acquired lighting and digital media control brand Avolites. In line with other Robe subsidiaries, Robe Lighting France is now coordinating sale…

Photos: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN at the Public

Just last night, the best of the New York City Theatre community came out to celebrate the world premiere of HELL’S KITCHEN at The Public. Check out photos from inside the big night!

Dodd Technologies Adds Claypaky Skylos Fixtures To Its Inventory by Michael Eddy

Pendleton, IN’s Dodd Technologies, Inc., specializing in large special event and broadcast production and equipment rentals, has invested in 16 Claypaky Skylos versatile, laser-source sear…

Review Roundup: SCENE PARTNERS, Starring Dianne Wiest

Vineyard Theatre just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of Scene Partners by John J. Caswell, Jr., directed by Tony Award winner Rachel Chavkin. Let see what the critics had…

Frankie & Beausy by Sandi Durell

Review By Marilyn Lester . . . West End and Broadway actress-singer, the Tony® Award winning, Frances Ruffelle, is a fierce storyteller. In this show, Frankie & Beausy at 54 Below on No…

Dancefloor disaster: Ayelen Parolin masters the choreography of comedy by Chris Wiegand

The show must go on for the trio of hapless performers in Parolin’s new production Zonder, which finds the funny side in failure Contemporary dance and comedy don’t exactly go hand in ha…

‘I woke up in a cold sweat thinking: Gwyneth in a moustache’ – how we made Shakespeare in Love by Interviews By Chris Broughton

‘Judi Dench had to wear extra high heels to give her stature as Queen Elizabeth. I dubbed her Tudor Spice. She’s only on screen for a few minutes – but she still won an Oscar’ Shakes…

Mark Rylance & Damian Lewis to Lead WOLF HALL Sequel on PBS

Marl Rylance and Damian Lewis are starring in a sequel to PBS' Emmy-nominated miniseries adaptation of Wolf Hall. Rylance and Lewis will reprise their roles as Thomas Cromwell and English Ki…

NEXT TO NORMAL Will Transfer To London’s West End Next Year

The critically acclaimed Donmar Warehouse Production of Next To Normal will transfer to the West End next year. The limited run begins at London's Wyndham’s Theatre on Tuesday June 18, 202…

GRACE NOTES: Monday, November 20, 2023 by Susan Grace

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John Lloyd Young’s Broadway by Sandi Durell

Review by Marilyn Lester . . . In 2006 John Lloyd Young won the Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his role as Frankie Valli in Broadway’s Jersey Boys. It was a role that p…

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Scene Partners Off-Broadway? by Molly Higgins, Talaura Harms

Dianne Wiest and Josh Hamilton star in the production at Vineyard Theatre.

Donmar Warehouse's Next to Normal Will Transfer to London's West End by Andrew Gans

Michael Longhurst will again direct Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical.

Reviews: What Do Critics Have to Say About Disney's Wish? by Molly Higgins

The animated musical features the voice of Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose as Asha.

Episcopal Actors' Guild to Hold 100th Anniversary Gala December 4 by Molly Higgins

Tony winner Jim Dale will host the event.

Reviews: Read What Critics Are Saying About Alicia Keys Musical Hell's Kitchen by Logan Culwell-Block

Shoshana Bean and Maleah Joi Moon co-star in the world premiere based on the 15-time Grammy winner's own life.

Hear a Tituss Burgess' Hit the High Notes in 'Chandelier' from Moulin Rouge! The Musical by Molly Higgins

Burgess began performances as club owner Harold Zidler October 10.

Watch Reeve Carney Take Final Bow in Broadway's Hadestown by Andrew Gans

On hand to mark the occasion were director Rachel Chavkin plus fellow original cast members André De Shields, Amber Gray, Patrick Page, and Eva Noblezada.

Review Roundup: MIND MANGLER Opens Off-Broadway

Mind Mangler: A Night of Tragic Illusion officially opened on Sunday, November 19 at New World Stages. Let's see what the critics had to say!

Photos/Video: Reeve Carney Takes Final Bow in HADESTOWN

Grammy Award winner and original cast member Reeve Carney took his final bow in Hadestown last night. He completes his run after six years and over 1200 performances with the production. 

Find Out How Your High School Can Be Among the First to Produce HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

Broadway Licensing Global has launched a competition for high schools to be the first to produce Harry Potter and the Cursed Child! The Wands at the Ready competition is underway now! Find …

Con Edison Becomes Latest Philanthropic Contributor to Turn Away From the Arts

New York energy company Con Edison, a longtime local supporter of the arts, is the latest corporation to back away from funding them. Dwindling local corporate giving has been a problem acro…

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker and More: What’s Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Stay up to date with the best of dance, opera, concert music, and more in NYC.

Read Month 6's Winning Entries From Prudential's Marquee Moments Broadway Ticket Giveaway by Playbill Staff

The monthly drawing is presented by Playbill.

‘Little Women’ at Seattle Rep: A feast of feminist low-hanging fruit by Gemma Wilson

How does "Little Women," adapted by playwright Kate Hamill from Louisa May Alcott’s beloved 1860s novel, fare at Seattle Rep? Read on for our review.

Video: Andrew Barth Feldman Performs Funky Rendition of 'Popular' From WICKED

Andrew Barth Feldman recently performed a funky remix of the song 'Popular' from Wicked! The 'Yacht Rock' version was performed by the band Third Reprise, featuring Feldman performing main v…

CABARET PREVIEWS DECEMBER by Sandi Durell

The Quintin Harris Quintet – KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar & Todd Murray – James Monroe Iglehart – Michael Feinstein and Jean-Yves Thibaudet The Quintin Harris Quintet �…

Video: THE SIMPSONS Spoofs RAGTIME in 'Henry Ford' Parody Musical Number

A recent episode of The Simpsons featured a spoof of a song that Broadway fans may recognize! In a scene featuring Mr. Burns at a nuclear power plant, the cartoon program included a parody o…

Lemonade Island: Free Advice Trailer by Peter Michael Marino

Need free advice? Lemonade Island is the place to get it. More info at: https://www.petermmarino.com/lemonade

Finding Evelyn Keyes by Trav S.D.

Today, we shine a light on Evelyn Keyes (1916-2008), not to be confused with Evelyn Kaye, who played the violin, or Jerry’s Piano Girls, who played the keys. Keyes was a Hollywood chorus g…

Video: The Cast of SHUCKED Performs as Part of NPR's Tiny Desk Concert Series

The cast of Shucked recently performed as part of NPR's iconic Tiny Desk Concert series! Check out the full video here!

Witch Way: Chicagoan Melody Betts Eases Down the Roads of “The Wiz” by Dennis Polkow

“The training is what helps me to sustain and maintain the instrument,” says Betts, referring to her foundation as an operatic soprano. "…I will be maintaining what I’ve learned trai…

Today on Broadway: Monday, Nov. 20, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

‘Tammy Faye’ Musical Coming to Broadway, Sufjan Stevens’ ‘Illinois’ to Play Park Ave., EPCOT’s Disney on Broadway Concerts “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Frid…

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Actor Joss Ackland Has Died Aged 95

British actor Joss Ackland has died at the age of 95, his family said in a statement. 

Betye Saar Reassembles the Lives of Black Women by Hilton Als

The artist restores depth and interiority to the caricatures of racism.

Danielle Brooks and Sam Jay on Confidence and ‘The Color Purple’ by Juan A. Ramírez

Two creative people in two different fields in one wide-ranging conversation. This time: the actress and the comedian.

Review Roundup: Alicia Keys Musical HELL'S KITCHEN Opens Off-Broadway; What Did the Critics Think?

The world premiere of HELL’S KITCHEN is now playing at The Public. The musical features music & lyrics by 15-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys and a book by Pulitzer finalist Kristoffer D…

Donmar Warehouse Production of NEXT TO NORMAL Will Transfer to the West End in 2024

The critically acclaimed Donmar Warehouse production of the Broadway musical Next to Normal – which sold every seat at every performance across its season at Donmar Warehouse, where the pr…

Photos: Inside Opening Night of MIND MANGLER at New World Stages

Mind Mangler: A Night of Tragic Illusion officially opened on Sunday, November 19 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) for a limited 16-week engagement through March 3, 2024. Check o…

Andrew Scott, Nicole Scherzinger & Jack Thorne Land Top Prizes At Evening Standard Theatre Awards by Jesse Whittock

Andrew Scott, Nicole Scherzinger and writer Jack Thorne were among the winners at last night’s Evening Standard Theatre Awards in London. Scott’s performance in Vanya landed him a second…

Westfield News/MassLive ArtsBeat 11/20/23: Holiday Happenings by Mark G. Auerbach

Westfield News/MassLive ArtsBeat 11/20/23. Holiday happenings from Hartford Stage, TheaterWorks, Springfield Symphony, Harmonia V, The Majestic and more.

On the Couch with Andrew Coshan

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The Mongol Khan | 2023 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Mongolia’s leading theatre company comes to the UK for the very first time, with a lavish production which explores the evolution of ancient Mongolian culture and features an ensemble of o…

Christos Tsiolkas: The In-Between

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Agatha Christie masterpiece to tour Australia in 2024

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Iliza Shlesinger: ‘I’m thinking what many women are thinking – but saying it out loud’ by Interview By Liam Pape

The American comic on performing to a stripper party, the best heckle she’s had and why honest emotions are funny How did you get into comedy?I was always into watching funny shows – wha…

Talkin' Broadway Off-Broadway - "Hell's Kitchen" - 11/19/23 by Howard Miller

New York City in the 1990s was just beginning to emerge from a low point in its history, at least so far as the 20th century goes, a period marked by violent lawlessness, a rocketing plague …

World Premiere of Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent) Officially Opens at National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene November 20 by Meg Masseron

The new work, about Jewish perseverance during the Holocaust, is part of NYTF's 109th season.

The Gardens of Anuncia Opens Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center Theater November 20 by Logan Culwell-Block

Written by Michael John LaChiusa, the new musical is the final production of director-choreographer Graciela Daniele's illustrious career.

Karen Akers Brings Water Under the Bridge Back to Birdland November 20 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Nine original cast member has previously offered two sold-out performances of the concert at the NYC cabaret venue.

Jordan Fisher Is Orpheus in Broadway's Hadestown Beginning November 20 by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

Footscray Community Arts: BRIGHT

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Hell’s Kitchen review – Alicia Keys jukebox musical is a marvel by Lauren Mechling

The Public Theater, New York The star helps craft a show-stopping semi-autobiographical off-Broadway musical that brings the house down Ah yes, the jukebox musical. That darling of fat-cat B…

POSTCARDS: Lucy Stewart of Complexions Contemporary Ballet On Their Joyce Season by The Dance Enthusiast

POSTCARDS: Lucy Stewart of Complexions Contemporary Ballet On Their Joyce Season: "I was introduced to Complexions when I was nine years old, and it has been a dream of mine to join ever sin…

IMPRESSIONS: Stephen Petronio Company “Breath of the Beast” at NYU Skirball by The Dance Enthusiast

IMPRESSIONS: Stephen Petronio Company “Breath of the Beast” at NYU Skirball: "As a choreographer, Petronio clearly still has creative energy to spare—a fact that allows his own oeuvre …