Duality by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

If one did not read Laura’s extensive program notes in the Playbill given out at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at the A.R.T./New York Theatres, it would not be until three quarters o…

Caitlin Houlahan, Nik Walker And More To Lead ALICE IN NEVERLAND Industry Reading

The new musical Alice in Neverland will host an industry reading at New 42 Studios on  Thursday, December 12, 2024, in New York City.

Tony-Winner Shaina Taub Honored At The Workers Circle's Annual Benefit

The Workers Circle honored two-time Tony Award-winning songwriter and performer Shaina Taub with the Workers Circle Activism Award at the organization's Annual Benefit on December 9, 2024.

Show up for NYTW! by New York Theatre Workshop

At New York Theatre Workshop, we believe in showing up for what’s important: our community of artists, students and audiences. We know that artistic development, arts education and com…

Photos: TITANIQUE Celebrates 1000 Performances Off-Broadway

Last night, the smash hit Off-Broadway production of Titanique celebrated its 1000th performance at the Daryl Roth Theatre in NYC. A champagne toast celebration was held after the show. C…

the beautiful land i seek (la linda tierra que busco yo) at Pregones PRTT by Nicole Serratore

A funny and fascinating journey through a moment of Puerto Rican history. Nicole Serratore reviews. The post the beautiful land i seek (la linda tierra que busco yo) at Pregones PRTT appear…

Video: THE VOICE Finalists Perform A WICKED Anthem

In the video, watch as the singers from The Voice on NBC team up for a group rendition of the high-flying anthem, 'Defying Gravity'.

Review: The Beautiful Land I Seek, the Story of Harry Truman’s Would-Be Assassins

Ted Weiant, Director of A.R. Gurney Plays, Dies at 77 by Mike Barnes

He guided productions of ‘Love Letters’ and ‘Sylvia’ and ran the defunct Canon Theatre in Beverly Hills with his late wife, Tony winner Joan Stein. 

Martin Benson: Directing With Clarity, Traveling Light by American Theatre Editors

The co-founder of South Coast Rep won acclaim by staging what playwrights wrote, and helping to sustain a home for their work.

Photos: Dancers 0ver 40 Hosts 16th Annual Legacy Awards by A. A. Cristi

This celebration honored it's members Ann Johnson, Alan Onickel, Christine Reisner, Francine Storey and Kevin Winkler, which was held at LIPS Restaurant, 227 East 56th Street and hosted by c…

Photo: ALL IN Begins Previews On Broadway With John Mulaney, Richard Kind, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Fred Armisen and More

All In: Comedy About Love by Simon Rich has released a first-look photo portrait of the star-studded cast and creative team as the curtain will rise for tonight’s first performance.

Broadway Review: “Maybe Happy Ending” at the Belasco Theatre (Currently On) by David Roberts

The charming new musical, “Maybe Happy Ending,” now playing at the Belasco Theatre, with music composed by Will Aronson and the book and lyrics penned by Mr. Aronson and Hue Park, will c…

Casting is Complete for Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway by Darryn King

Casting is complete for the Broadway transfer of Buena Vista Social Club. The musical, telling the story behind the landmark Afro-Cuban jazz album of the same name, will begin performances …

Dancer and Social Media Star Charli D'Amelio Extends Run in & Juliet by Darryn King

Charli D'Amelio, a dancer and social media personality with over 155 million followers on TikTok, has extended her run as part of the cast of & Juliet. She joined the ensemble in the d…

Suzan-Lori Parks's Watch Me Work

By . Watch Me Work, facilitated by Suzan-Lori Parks, is a virtual communal work session for nurturing creativity.

Martin Benson, Regional Theater Impresario, Dies at 87 by Richard Sandomir

South Coast Repertory, which he founded with a partner, was a major force in Southern California theater. He directed more than 100 of its productions.

Elton John breaks silence on Broadway flop Tammy Faye after rapid cancellation by Meredith Clark

British pop veteran made the comments in an interview with ‘Time’ magazine after being named its ‘Icon of the Year’

Photos: Timothée Chalamet, Elle Fanning, & More at A COMPLETE UNKNOWN LA Premiere

On Tuesday, December 10, the Dolby Theatre hosted the Los Angeles premiere of A Complete Unknown at Dolby Theatre. In attendance was director James Mangold along with film stars Timothée C…

Elton John’s ‘Tammy Faye’ closed early on Broadway: Does religious musical have a prayer at the Tonys? by David Buchanan

This week, Elton John’s “Tammy Faye” musical closed on Broadway after only 24 previews and 29 regular performances. Although the show, about the rise and fall of televangelist Tammy Fa…

AMG International Lights Up Afterlife With Over 400 CHAUVET Professional Fixtures by Michael Eddy

Supporting the DJ performances at Afterlife, in Milan Italy, was an audio and visual production from AMG International that featured mesmerizing videos displayed on 28m high by 40m wide LED …

‘O Billy, Where Art Thou?’: Bandit Lights up Billy Strings Halloween Party with Roger Gant by Michael Eddy

Acclaimed bluegrass musician Billy Strings channeled the Coen Brothers cult classic 'O Brother Where Art Thou?' film for his epic Halloween show at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore. Entitled 'O B…

The Stage Managers’ Association Foundation Announces Its New Name by Michael Eddy

The Board of Directors of the Stage Managers’ Association Foundation (SMAF) voted, at its November 2024, meeting, to change its name. It is now DBA Foundation for Stage Managers (FSM). Th…

Influencer Trisha Paytas will offer benefit performance at Broadway’s St. James Theatre by Michael Abourizk

The one-night-only event will take place in February 2025.

Kadokawa Daiei Studio Enhances Virtual Production with Brompton Processing and Sony VERONA by Michael Eddy

Kadokawa Daiei Studio Co. Ltd., a video and film production studio based in Tokyo, Japan, has unveiled its cutting-edge facility, No.C Stage. This state-of-the-art virtual production studio …

Photos: THE EYES OF THE WORLD at The White House

American History Unbound’s production, The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day was performed at the White House, honoring the 83rd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. See photos.

Video: Emily Bear Discusses Broadway Ambitions on CBS Mornings

In a recent segment on CBS Mornings, Moana 2 songwriter Emily Bear revealed her dream to have one of her musical projects on Broadway before the age of 30. Watch the interview here!

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TANGLED Live-Action Remake in Development at Disney; Michael Gracey in Talks to Direct

Audiences will officially be getting a live-action Tangled movie. A remake of the 2010 animated film is moving forward at Disney with The Greatest Showman director Michael Gracey in negotiat…

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Broadway Closing of “Swept Away” Postponed for 2 Weeks Despite No Ticket Sales by Roger Friedman

Broadway’s “Swept Away,” musical that addresses cannibalism on the high seas, was supposed to close on Sunday. Instead, this indisgestive examination of life among stranded sailors on …

Anthony McGill Performs Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto (Excerpt) by New York Philharmonic

NY Phil Principal Clarinet performs Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto with the New York Philharmonic on October 23, 2024, conducted by Rafael Payare. For more information visit https://nyphil.or…

Charli D’Amelio Extends Broadway Debut in & JULIET Through Early April 2025

Dancer and Social Media superstar Charli D’Amelio will extend her limited engagement in the Broadway production of & Juliet. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

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A Destiny’s Child musical is still in the works by Ruthie Fierberg

Mathew Knowles, Beyoncé’s father and the former manager of the Grammy Award-nominated R&B group, talks about co-producing “A Wonderful World” and the lessons he’s learning for a…

The BSR Podcast, Season 9, Episode 7: The world premiere of The Complete Works of Christmas (Abridged) by Darnelle Radford

Podcast host Darnelle Radford sits down with Shakespeare in Clark Park artistic director Shamus to hear all about a new Christmas-themed show at the Drake starring Amanda Schoonover.

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"When You're A Wimp" from Goodspeed's A Christmas Story by Goodspeed Musicals

Ralphie and the gang reflect on life in "When You're A Wimp" from Goodspeed's A Christmas Story. A Christmas Story Goodspeed Musicals Nov 1 - Dec 29, 2025 LEARN MORE: http://www.goodspeed.…

"The Bunny Suit" from Goodspeed's A Christmas Story by Goodspeed Musicals

Watch the iconic "pink nightmare" scene from A Christmas Story! A Christmas Story Goodspeed Musicals Nov 1 - Dec 29, 2025 LEARN MORE: http://www.goodspeed.org/shows/a-christmas-story Good…

"Somewhere Hovering Over Indiana" from Goodspeed's A Christmas Story by Goodspeed Musicals

The kids of Goodspeed's A Christmas Story know that Santa is "Somewhere Hovering Over Indiana". A Christmas Story Goodspeed Musicals Nov 1 - Dec 29, 2025 LEARN MORE: http://www.goodspeed.o…

Video: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Releases Sneak Peek of 'Chan Chan'

The new Broadway musical BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB™ has released a behind-the-scenes look at the recording of the popular track “Chan Chan.” Watch here!

Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster

Video: John Mulaney Teases ALL IN: COMEDY ABOUT LOVE on THE TONIGHT SHOW

On a recent visit to The Tonight Show, John Mulaney told Jimmy Fallon about Richard Kind's sleeping habits during the rehearsal for All In: Comedy About Love, which begins previews tonight. …

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BroadwayCon Reveals First Slate of 2025 Panels and Programming

BroadwayCon has unveiled a first look at its programming schedule for BroadwayCon 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets and attend!

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Today on Broadway: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 - BroadwayRadio

https://playbill.com/article/upcoming-glengarry-glen-ross-finds-broadway-home. 2) 'Teeth' to Close Off-Broadway in January https://playbill.com ...

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Rebranding Is A Change Of Promise by Joe Patti

Seth Godin recently made a post using the recent Jaguar rebrand to illustrate the difference between rebranding and re-logoing They think a rebrand and a re-logo are the same thing, they’r…

Raising the Curtain and Lowering Barriers: Accessible Theatre by Stratford Festival

What are theatres doing to welcome audiences (and artists) who have barriers to participating in performance arts? Join Stratford Festival’s former Accessibility Coordinator Kayla Besse, D…

"Blue Skies" | Irving Berlin's White Christmas by Paper Mill Playhouse

Max Clayton and the cast of Irving Berlin's White Christmas perform "Blue Skies"! Based on the classic 1954 holiday film, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is a Technicolor Broadway musical…

Disney on Broadway Stars to Perform at Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade

“Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” returns Christmas morning with its annual parade, endearing stories, and magical performances. The performance lineup includes a medley from D…

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Revirew: MJ The Michael Jackson Musical in Hartford by Mark G. Auerbach

My Berkshire Onstage review of MJ The Michael Jackson Musical at The Bushnell.

Raygun Shuts Down Musical Inspired by Her Jeered Olympic Breaking by Derrick Bryson Taylor

The comedian behind the parody about the Australian breaker who became a summer celebrity said she was willing to make some changes to avoid legal drama.

Jamie Lloyd to Direct Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Evita in London by Darryn King

The director Jamie Lloyd, whose production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard is currently playing Broadway's St. James Theatre, will direct another musical by the composer in London…

Broadway League Honors Michael David, Lauren Reid and David Stone with 2024 Leadership Awards by Broadway.com

The Broadway League, the national trade association for the Broadway industry that represents theatre owners, producers, presenters and general managers, has announced three recipients of th…

Video: The Ladies of THE OUTSIDERS Show Off Their Broadway Crib

When Tilly Evans-Krueger, SarahGrace Mariani, and Melody Rose aren't going head to head onstage in Broadway's The Outsiders, you'll find them backstage at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre i…

Broadway Review: “Sunset Blvd.” at the St. James Theatre (Currently On) by David Roberts

Gone are the turban, the grand staircase, the jewels, the chandeliers, the drapes, and the viewing of Norma Desmond’s monkey in the reimagining of “Sunset Blvd.” currently running at t…

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Casting finalized for Broadway bow of ‘Buena Vista Social Club’; initial track released by Michael Abourizk

John Leguizamo and LaChanze are now producers of the new musical.

The Legends of Them review – reggae singer’s painful past and spiritual succour by Arifa Akbar

Royal Court, LondonSutara Gayle AKA Lorna Gee reflects on identity, family and tragedy in a production that is part monologue and part experimental gig Sutara Gayle, also known as Lorna Gee,…

Get a First Listen to a Song From the Broadway-Bound Buena Vista Social Club

BSR Holiday Classical Interludes, December 2024 by Gail Obenreder

Holiday music outside of the (beloved) carols and Mariah Carey stratosphere happening in the Philly area this December. Gail Obenreder previews.

Elton John Says Politics May Have Contributed to TAMMY FAYE's Closing

Sir Elton John opened up about his show Tammy Faye, which played its final Broadway performance on December 8, stating that politics may have contributed to the show's closing. Learn more.

People’s Light presents Peter Panto: A Musical Panto by Jill Brooke

Sail away for a mad-cap family-friendly adventure with a heart-warming message about family and self-acceptance in A People’s Light world premiere of Peter Panto: A Musical Panto. Jill Bro…

Hold On to Me Darling Starring Adam Driver Announces Full Recoupment

YouTube Star Trisha Paytas To Make Broadway Debut In One-Night-Only Benefit Show by Greg Evans

Just days after making a surprise cameo in a Saturday Night Live sketch alongside Paul Mescal, YouTube star Trisha Paytas announced that she’ll cross off another bucket-list item: Broadway…

How to have a Hallmark Holiday in Philly by An Nichols

Breaking the holiday formula with a curated selection of things to do in Philly this holiday season, with festivals, food, light shows, volunteering opportunities, and more. An Nichols round…

Swept Away Will Perform on Broadway for Two Additional Weeks in Response to Audience Demand by Hayley Levitt

The Avett Brothers-scored musical Swept Away has added two more weeks to its run at Broadway's Longacre Theatre. The musical previously announced that it would play its final performance o…

YouTube Star Trisha Paytas to Make Broadway Debut in Trisha Paytas’ Big Broadway Dream by Broadway.com

Media personality Trisha Paytas will make her Broadway debut in a one-night-only performance of Trisha Paytas’ Big Broadway Dream on February 3, 2025 at the St. James Theatre. The show wi…

All In Star Renée Elise Goldsberry, the Death Becomes Her Divas and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

This week, The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal gets acquainted with Broadway's newest arrivals and looks back at some old favorites. See what's on tap in the latest episode.  Catch up wi…

Broadway League Honors the Year's Most Distinguished Leaders by Broadway.com

The Broadway League, the national trade association for the Broadway industry that represents theatre owners, producers, presenters and general managers, has announced three recipients of th…

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, December 12-18, 2024 by Kyle V. Hiller

Team Sunshine continues its long-running show, Curio and Shakespeare in Clark Park open new shows, circus holiday shows from Circadium, and much more populate the week. Kyle V. Hiller rounds…

Rodrigo Aragon, Renee Kathleen Koher & More to Star in THE ADDAMS FAMILY 2025 National Tour

THE ADDAMS FAMILY will hit the road for its 2025 National Tour. THE ADDAMS FAMILY is a devilishly delightful musical comedy based on the creepy, iconic characters by legendary cartoonist Cha…

Lin-Manuel Miranda Reveals Why He Didn't Return for MOANA Sequel

In a new interview, Lin-Manuel Miranda shared why he didn't return for the sequel, despite writing award-winning songs for Disney's 2016 animated hit.

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KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie Sets World Premiere at 2025 Sundance Festival

Kiss of the Spider Woman has set its world premiere. The upcoming movie musical, based on the Broadway show of the same name, will make its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival…

All Nighter, With Kathryn Gallagher and Julia Lester, to Premiere Off-Broadway

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Photos: Marsha Mason Receives Sardi's Caricature

See photos of four-time Academy Award nominee Marsha Mason receiving her portrait at Sardi's! Learn more about the life and career of Marsha Mason here!

HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Starring Adam Driver Recoups Initial Investment

The current run of the play Hold on to Me Darling by Kenneth Lonergan and starring Adam Driver, has recouped its initial investment. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase t…

Kathryn Gallagher, Julia Lester, Alyah Chanelle Scott & More to Star in ALL NIGHTER Off-Broadway

The World Premiere of All Nighter, a new play by Natalie Margolin, directed by Jaki Bradley will be presented at MCC Theater Space, starring Kathryn Gallagher, Julia Lester and more. Learn h…

‘Hold On To Me Darling’ Starring Adam Driver Recoups Off Broadway Investment by Greg Evans

Hold On To Me Darling, the Kenneth Lonergan comedy-drama starring Adam Driver, has recouped its initial Off Broadway investment, producers announced today. The $1.8 million production opened…

Photos: Matthew Morrison Joins HAIRSPRAY Alums in MAMA, I'M A BIG GIRL NOW

See photos of Matthew Morrison on stage with his Hairspray alums in Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now Off-Broadway at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Elton John blames Trump’s election win for his huge Broadway flop, ‘Tammy Faye’ by Johnny Oleksinski

For Elton John, Trump’s victory did not make Broadway great again.

A Yiddish show, BASHEVIS'S DEMONS, opening off-Broadway. by Rukhl Schaechter

Shane Baker and Miryem-Khaye Seigel star in this new production based on three stories by Nobel prize-winning author Isaac Bashevis Singer (known in Yiddish as Yitskhok Bashevis). The play h…

Adam Driver Off-Broadway Play ‘Hold on to Me Darling’ Recoups $1.8 Million Investment (EXCLUSIVE) by Rebecca Rubin

“Hold on to Me Darling,” an Off Broadway revival of Kenneth Lonergan’s play starring Adam Driver, has recouped its initial investment. The show was capitalized at $1.8 million. During …

Michelle Kholos Brooks’ “Room 1214” Takes Aim at Epidemic of School Shootings by Kenneth Jones

When I saw Michelle Kholos Brooks’ new play Room 1214 in a staged reading at Florida Repertory Theatre in spring 2024, I called it “a conjuring.” After experiencing the world premiere …

Sex, Politics, Guarded Optimism: A Report From Kraków’s Divine Comedy by American Theatre Editors

Theatre in Poland inevitably intersects with politics, and not only because it relies on state support.

Bonnie and Clyde by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 2012 (Broadway Records) This musical based on the real-life story of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, those infamous outlaws of the 1930s, has a book by Ivan Menchell,…

Multi-Award Winning Irish Play HEAVEN Makes London Debut Following Critically Acclaimed Sellout Run At Edinburgh Fringe 2023 by Staff Writer

Olivier Award and quadruple Fringe First-winning Irish theatre company Fishamble bring HEAVEN to Southwark Playhouse Borough for its London premiere

Cast Announced for Alfred Hitchcock Presents at Theatre Royal Bath by Staff Writer

Casting is announced for the World Premiere of brand-new musical Alfred Hitchcock Presents – The Musical at Theatre Royal Bath

Clowning Around and Leaving an Impact at ha ha ha ha ha ha ha by Melissa Lin Sturges

By Melissa Lin Sturges. The premise of the immensely popular solo show ha ha ha ha ha ha ha is simple: Julia Masli will seriously solve the audience’s problems through comedy.

Video: STEREOPHONIC Tiny Desk Concert with Will Brill, Juliana Canfield, & More

Ahead of its Broadway run ending on January 12, the Tony-award-winning play Stereophonic took part in an NPR Tiny Desk Concert. The original Broadway cast members perform the music, includi…

U.S. Supreme Court Declines to Hear Garth Drabinsky’s Union Blacklist Case

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to review Broadway producer Garth Drabinsky’s lawsuit challenging the Actors’ Equity Association’s decision to include him on a do not work li…

Broadway Grosses w/e 12/8/2024 by Ken Davenport

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending on... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 12/8/2024 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

10 Most Watched Broadway Videos in 2024 by New York Theater

Watch the ten videos below that were the most viewed in 2024 of those that I’ve posted on my YouTube channel, arranged in order of popularity. Only two were created in 2024 — Sutton Fos…

The Housetrap review – Agatha Christie meets Lady Fanny Button in immersive mystery by Mark Lawson

West Horsley Place, SurreyStaged in Ghosts’ Button House, this interactive whodunnit has a lot of fun with detective-story tropes, quick-change characters and a clever solution The writer …

Jamie Lloyd-Directed ‘Evita’ Set For West End Revival This Summer At The London Palladium by Greg Evans

With his revival of Sunset Blvd. enjoying a buzzy run on Broadway, director Jamie Lloyd has set another Andrew Lloyd Webber classic as his next project: Evita will begin West End performance…

Bankruptcy Judge Rejects Sale of Infowars to The Onion by Caitlin Huston

The Onion says it will "continue to seek a path towards purchasing InfoWars in the coming weeks."

Lauren Reid, David Stone and Michael David named winners of Broadway League’s 2024 Leadership Awards by Andy Lefkowitz

The awards recognize the efforts of these League members and their commitment to producing and presenting on Broadway and on tour.

Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was ... review – a star is born again by Brian Logan

Reflecting on the stroke he had in 2023, the standup and actor delivers a mix of religion, repentance, wisecracks and tears in his Netflix special It’s quite the document, this new Jamie F…

On Some Notable Passings, and Some Resurrections by Trav S.D.

We got a triple whammy of death notices yesterday. Typically when we learn of a death and we’ve already written about the subject, rather than penning a new obit I’ll go ahead and share …

How the New Victory Theater’s building impacted the architecture of Broadway by Tim Dolan

Theater historian, tour guide and owner of Broadway Up Close Tim Dolan digs into the history of the bricks on Broadway.

Stark Sands & Adrian Blake Enscoe Perform 'Murder in the City' From Swept Away by ... - YouTube

... along a banjo and a guitar in tow to the Playbill Studio to perform a song from the show called "Murder in the City," a ballad between two brothers.

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It too was one of the first Broadway productions I saw . . . a small world. While you are @ the Playbill site, watch the Kenny Leon segment–he ...

Review: Racecar Racecar Racecar at A.R.T./NY Theater by Loren Noveck

A word game becomes a painfully effective metaphor in Kallan Dana's tart and tightly crafted new play. Loren Noveck reviews. The post Review: Racecar Racecar Racecar at A.R.T./NY Theater app…

Glittering Dreamworld: A Review of the Joffrey Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” at the Lyric Opera House by Hugh Iglarsh

The Joffrey Ballet’s annual holiday-time “Nutcracker” extravaganza, that revered tradition, offers so much—but it also raises the question, How much is too much?

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 by Matt Tamanini

‘Glengarry’ Finds a House, Andy Karl to Join ‘Moulin Rouge,’ ‘Teeth’ to Close Next Month Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and only daily podcast recapping t…

Evita to Return to the West End in 2025 with Jamie Lloyd at the Helm by Belaid S

A new revival of the iconic musical Evita is set to hit The London Palladium next summer, under the direction

A Midsummer Night's Dream, RSC, Barbican review - visually ravishing with an undercurrent of violence by Rachel Halliburton

This psychedelic mashup conveys a sci-fi-style alternate reality Hermia is a headbutting punk with a tartan fetish, Oberon looks like Adam Ant and Lysander appears to have stumbled out of a …

ATG Entertainment announces Lori Hotz as North American chief executive officer by Andy Lefkowitz

Kristin Caskey has been promoted to the role of chief content officer.

At This Theatre: The Al Hirschfeld by JK

At This Theatre: The Al Hirschfeld On November 11, the Al Hirschfeld Theatre turned 100 years old! Back then, it was known as the Martin Beck Theatre, and it stayed that way until June 21, …

Broadway Pipeline: December 11, 2024 by Theatrical Index

THE PRODUCERS Menier, SE1 by Libby Purves and Friends

SPRINGTIME FOR…EVERYONE        Joyful, headlong and full-hearted, here comes sacred outrage.  If director Patrick Marber and the Menier had been minded to issue wet ‘trigger warning…

Cast Announced for The Comedy About Spies  by Staff Writer

Full casting for Mischief’s brand new West End show The Comedy About Spies was announced today and includes members of the original Mischief Company

Jamie Lloyd to Direct Evita at the London Palladium by Staff Writer

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita, directed by Jamie Lloyd, will open at The London Palladium in June 2025 for 12 weeks only

Comfort and joy! Merry gentlemen Sheeps deliver the ultimate Christmas album by Brian Logan

With A Very Sheeps Christmas, featuring songs such as Hoo Hoo Daddy X, the comic trio and guests including Rose Matafeo pastiche all manner of festive tunes Are any two forms of artistic exp…

Original Mischief Company Members Will Lead World Premiere of THE COMEDY ABOUT SPIES

Full casting for Mischief's brand new West End show The Comedy About Spies has been announced.  The production stars members of the original Mischief Company.

Jamie Lloyd Will Direct EVITA at the London Palladium in 2025

 Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita, directed by Jamie Lloyd, is coming to The London Palladium next year. Performances begin in June 2025. Learn more here!

Theater review: Hartford Stage continues to find the magic with ‘A Christmas Story’ by Christopher Arnott

Hartford Stage, which debuted its adaptation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" in 1998, continues to keep the show fresh and magical.

Jamie Foxx, in Netflix special, explains how a stroke almost killed him by Tribune News Service

ATLANTA — Jamie Foxx, who nearly died last year at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, returned to the city in October to tape a Netflix comedy special to talk in-depth for the first time about …

What to know about the Texas lawyer representing the Diddy, Jay-Z accusers by Tribune News Service

Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee is at the center of a legal storm brewing around hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Combs is in custody at a New York City jail, awaiting trial on charges of se…

StarKid Returns to the London Palladium by Staff Writer

STARKID: I CAN’T BELIEVE IT’S BEEN LESS THAN A YEAR - The Musical Theatre Internet Sensation Return to the London Palladium for Two Performances

Adam Lambert Is Finding the Fun, and the Fear, in ‘Cabaret’ by Laura Collins-Hughes

Making his Broadway debut as the show’s Emcee, the singer is reveling in what he calls “a thinking piece of musical theater.”

In ‘Our Town,’ the Characters Are Fictional. The Smells Are Real. by Erik Piepenburg

Backstage at the Broadway play, they’re frying up the aroma of breakfast — part of a long tradition of adding scents to plays and movies.

Best Dance Performances of 2024 by Gia Kourlas, Brian Seibert and Roslyn Sulcas

Once-in-a-generation ballerinas, topical works that transcended politics and a voguing “Cats” were highlights of the year.

Full Cast Announced for Kyoto at @SohoPlace by Staff Writer

On the 27th anniversary of the landmark agreement, full casting is announced for the West End transfer Kyoto

The Producers review – daring delight is the sparkling standout of London’s festive theatre by Arifa Akbar

Menier Chocolate Factory, LondonDirector Patrick Marber and a multitasking ensemble put on an irresistible revival of Mel Brooks’ musical satire Who could have predicted that a musical tri…

The Producers, Menier Chocolate Factory review - liberating taboo-busting fun for grown-ups by Helen Hawkins

Director Patrick Marber does Mel Brooks's 1967 musical proud There is something deliciously perfect about the timing of The Producers’ arrival at the Menier Chocolate Factory. In these twi…

GOLDIE FROCKS AND THE BEAR MITZVAH         JW3 CENTRE, Finchley Rd by Libby Purves and Friends

MAZELTOV!  JEWISH PANTO STRIKES AGAIN       Goldie Frocks, rightful heiress to an East End schmutter workshop, has been enslaved by the evil Calvin Brine, whose  behemoth of too-small c…

A Unique Merchant of Venice at Classic Stage Company by Jk Clarke

This brilliant version of Shakespeare’s classic will shock and shake you to the core. The post A Unique Merchant of Venice at Classic Stage Company appeared first on Theater Pizzazz.

HTDE: The Perfect Christmas Present with James Patterson and Gillian Flynn by NPR

On today's episode, Charlie needs help writing a children's book for his wife. So, Mike and Ian call up some of the greatest minds in modern literature, Gillian Flynn and James Patterson. Pl…

Best Online Pokies Australia: Top Movie-Themed Games for Cinema Fans by Aussie Theatre

Australia’s online pokies scene offers a vast array of exciting games, catering to both beginners and experienced players. Among the

All In: Comedy About Love, Starring John Mulaney, Begins Its Broadway Romance Tonight by Broadway.com

All In: Comedy About Love, a staged version of Simon Rich's short stories published in The New Yorker, begins performances at the Hudson Theatre on December 11. Directed by Alex Timbers, …

OA celebrates 30th anniversary of Moshinsky’s beloved Barber of Seville with $30 ticket offer by Aussie Theatre

Elijah Moshinsky’s much loved and genuinely funny production of The Barber of Seville will return to the Sydney Opera House

Arts Centre Melbourne to open a pop-up nightclub as part of Asia TOPA’s new Nightlife program by Aussie Theatre

Asia TOPA (Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts) has announced the triennial’s Nightlife program. The brand-new programming stream includes Club 8,

IMPRESSIONS: Paul Taylor Dance Company's Fall Season at Lincoln Center by The Dance Enthusiast

"But what a “welcome back” it was!  From the moment the curtain went up on Taylor’s Aureole (1962) – kicking-off the first of four performances I attended -- the old sensations came…

IMPRESSIONS: Kyle Abraham “Dear Lord, Make Me Beautiful” at the Park Avenue Armory by The Dance Enthusiast

“Beautiful” is not a word I use..." Sarah Cecilia Bukowski, New York