Brynley Stent: Soft Carnage

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Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us

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SMASH by Jacob Malizio

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In a Musical Comedy Makeover, ‘Smash’ Lives Up to Its Name by Jacob Malizio

“Smash,” which opened on Thursday at the Imperial Theater, is more of a who’ll-do-it, and when the big song comes, it’s a killer. But the effect is the same: It’s the great musical…

A Ruthless, Sensational SMASH by Jacob Malizio

The sharpness of the production’s cynicism shines through, assisted by the strength of the musical numbers and the all-around stellar performances, which imbue a palpable love of the form …

Smash Is the Hottest Mess on Broadway by Jacob Malizio

Hurder shines as a triple-threat of perfect comic timing, stunning vocals, and athletic dance. She expertly maintains vocal stability whether giving high-kicks or being whisked off mid-air b…

TV-to-Stage Metamusical is a Fizzy, Fun Comedy With a Few Surprises for Fans by Jacob Malizio

For those fans dying for more “Smash” content, this musical will absolutely scratch that (more than seven-year) itch; for those uninitiated, this production offers a high-energy, fun mus…

Smash Is the Wrong Kind of Disaster by Jacob Malizio

I’m a sucker for a self-referential theatrical tale. Give me an All That Jazz or a 42ndStreet and I’m happy. But in the version of Smash that made it to the stage, the magic flickers out…

The infamous NBC drama is reborn as a riotous musical by Jacob Malizio

With its transition to the stage, Smash finally realizes its full potential as a hilarious, pointed satire that both skewers and celebrates the Great White Way. The post The infamous NBC dra…

Shocker — Broadway musical based on old flop TV show is terrible by Jacob Malizio

It’s hard to judge whose decisions are more misguided: those of the back-stabbing, wacky creators of “Bombshell,” the fictional musical comedy about Marilyn Monroe we see implode, or t…

Scratching A 13-Year Itch by Jacob Malizio

It’s not that the musical all goes wrong, exactly. With a cast as good as this one – Robyn Hurder, The Prom‘s Brooks Ashmanskas, Krysta Rodriguez, John Behlmann and the invaluable Kris…

‘Smash’ lacks much of what made TV show a cult favorite by Jacob Malizio

That quality of surprise, crucial to the best episodes of the TV show, is missing from the new live musical staging, which opened Thursday night at the Imperial Theatre. Especially given the…

Lynne Charnay’s Centennial Show A Sold-Out Smash by Andrew Poretz

By Andrew Poretz. . . . Making it to 100 years old is quite a milestone. On April 1st, chanteuse Lynne Charnay joined this exclusive club, celebrating with two sold-out nights at Don’t Tel…

Review: In a Musical Comedy Makeover, ‘Smash’ Lives Up to Its Name by Jesse Green

En route to Broadway, the TV series about backstage shenanigans and Marilyn Monroe has been rejiggered, with the same great songs but a whole new plot.

Cut, Print! Reviews Are Out for Smash on Broadway by Diep Tran, Logan Culwell-Block

The new musical comedy, based on the NBC series, opened April 10 at the Imperial Theatre.

Smash: Marilyn Musical Neither Smash Nor Bomb by Roma Torre

★★★☆☆ The popular TV series about the making of a Broadway musical finally makes it to the Great White Way. The post Smash: Marilyn Musical Neither Smash Nor Bomb appeared first on…

‘Smash’ Is Escapist Fluff and Exactly What We Need Right Now by David Cote

Loosely adapted from a short-lived television series, this musical comedy about the making of a musical is full of showstopping songs and powered by a phenomenal cast.

Smash: Marilyn, We Hardly Knew Ye by Michael Sommers

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A Ruthless, Sensational SMASH — Review

Theatrely's Broadway review of Smash starring Robyn Hurder at the Imperial Theatre in New York City.

‘Smash’ Review: TV-to-Stage Metamusical is a Fizzy, Fun Comedy With a Few Surprises for Fans by Gordon Cox

On the surface, “Smash” is a new backstage musical about the making of the fictional Broadway musical “Bombshell: The Marilyn Monroe Story,” but for diehard fans of the cult-classic …

‘Smash’ Broadway Review: Scratching A 13-Year Itch by Greg Evans

When the Broadway-themed drama Smash began its two-season run on NBC in 2012, the entire theater industry, it seemed then, was entranced. The lingo, the faces, the concerns – all seemed, i…

‘Smash’ review: Shocker — Broadway musical based on old flop TV show is terrible by Johnny Oleksinski

“Let’s Be Bad” is a song from the Broadway musical “Smash.” It is also the production's motto.

Review: Smash Is the Hottest Mess on Broadway

Smash Broadway Review by New York Theater

“Smash” offered viewers the rare thrill of original musical numbers written by a Tony-winning songwriting team expressly for network television, and simultaneously gave Tweeters a targe…

PURPOSE at the Helen Hayes Theatre on West 44th Street by Richard Seff

Out of a great mess of a family, playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has fashioned a new play dealing with a celebratory birthday dinner at the very conventional looking home of Claudine Jas…

Acting For Others Announces Winners of Golden Bucket Awards 2025

Theatrical charity, Acting for Others, has announced the winners of the Golden Bucket Awards 2025. The ceremony, held at the Prince of Wales Theatre and hosted by Carl Mullaney, concluded wi…

‘Smash’ is a bombshell misfire of a musical (Broadway review) by Thom Geier

The first episode of Smash — a backstage look at the making of a Broadway biomusical about Marilyn Monroe — was one of the most perfect TV pilots produced in the new millennium. Playwrig…

Review Roundup: SMASH Opens On Broadway Starring Robyn Hurder and More

Read reviews for Broadway’s SMASH, opening tonight at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. The new musical, inspired by the hit NBC television series, takes audiences inside the backstage pande…

Review: The Swamp Dwellers at Polonsky Shakespeare Center by Loren Noveck

A rarely seen early play by Nobel Prize winner Wole Soyinka feels resonant and relevant today. Loren Noveck reviews. The post Review: The Swamp Dwellers at Polonsky Shakespeare Center appear…

Midnight Cowboy: A New Musical review – gigolo and conman bromance builds to a shocking climax by Arifa Akbar

Southwark Playhouse Elephant, LondonWhile the story of broken dreams and desperation can’t make the leap to an all-singing all-dancing setting, there are great moments among the bleakness …

Review: The Swamp Dwellers Combines Myth and Modernity in a Taut Drama

Wole Soyinka’s ‘The Swamp Dwellers’ depicts a Nigerian family at a crossroads (Off Broadway review) by Thom Geier

Wole Soyinka is a seminal figure in world literature and drama, but the 90-year-old Nigerian Nobel Prize winner’s works are seldom performed in New York. That’s particularly true of his …

Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk, and Bill Burr to Be Considered in Featured Actor Category for 2025 Tony Awards by Molly Higgins, Andrew Gans

The committee met for the third time to determine eligibility for eight productions of the 2024–2025 season.

CONVERSATIONS WITH MOTHER To Play Final Performance In April; National Tour To Begin Later This Year

Conversations with Mother, the new comedy by Matthew Lombardo starring Caroline Aaron and Matt Doyle will play its final performance on Monday, April 21.

Off-Broadway Review: I’M ASSUMING YOU KNOW DAVID GREENSPAN (Atlantic Stage 2) by Rob Lester

MR. GREENSPAN, PARTY OF FOUR Here’s a one-of-a-kind, one-person, one-act play in which one man plays four women—simultaneously—without ever leaving the stage. Three (sometimes all four…

Bruce Springsteen BBC Documentary Marks 50 Years Since U.K. Debut – Global Bulletin by Naman Ramachandran

BRITISH BREAKTHROUGH BBC Two and iPlayer will air a night of Bruce Springsteen programming in May to commemorate the 50th anniversary of The Boss’s first U.K. concert. The centerpiece, “…

Lionel Richie Adds Dates to Las Vegas Residency: Here’s How to Snag Tickets Before They Sell Out   by Atingley4

Lionel Richie is once again lighting up the Las Vegas Strip.  After a sold-out April engagement, the Grammy-winning legend has extended his hit residency, “Lionel Richie: King of Hearts�…

50-acre Danbury property once owned by Broadway playwright listed for $5M - CT Insider

The property spanning 155, 153 and 151 Long Ridge Road, Danbury. Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty. Once owned by a prominent Broadway playwright, ...

Olivia Munn Reveals If She'd Do Broadway Like Husband John Mulaney (Exclusive)

Olivia Munn revealed if she would ever do Broadway like her husband John Mulaney while chatting exclusively with Parade.

Barbra Streisand, Liza Minnelli, Whoopi Goldberg, and More Legends of Broadway Revisit ...

For our annual #YesteryearIssue, we asked 29 Broadway legends to pose before Mark Seliger's camera and revisit their most memorable roles.

Theater Commentary: Star-Driven Plays Are Raking It in on Broadway -- "Glengarry Glen Ross ...

Prices for Broadway tickets are out of control. But that's not stopping people from buying them – provided they get to see the right Hollywood ...

Beloved classic musical 'The Last Five Years' makes the leap to Broadway

Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren star in the new Broadway show 'The Last Five Years,' about a five-year marriage. Jonas and Warren join Morning Joe ...

Audra McDonald-led 'Gypsy' to release Broadway cast album (exclusive) - Entertainment Weekly

The Broadway production of 'Gypsy' starring Audra McDonald as Mama Rose will release a cast album. EW has your first look with a video of ...

Watch a First Look at Smash on Broadway - YouTube

Smash, the new musical inspired by the 2012 TV series, opens on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre on April 10. See how the series has transformed ...

How 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' got jazz-ified for Broadway | New York Theatre Guide

Discover the New Orleans-inspired, reimagined Broadway revival of *The Pirates of Penzance* starring Ramin Karimloo, Jinkx Monsoon, and David Hyde ...

Interviews: Nick Jonas comes to Broadway in 'The Last Five Years' - News 12 - Westchester

Grammy and Golden Globe nominee Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren take Broadway stage in the first-ever production of Tony Award winner ...

Lindsay Mendez and Jessie Mueller to headline 2025 'Broadway in the Park'

Broadway stars join a cast of Signature Theatre favorites at beloved annual celebration at Wolf Trap.

Ashley Graham heads from the runway to Broadway in "Chicago" - YouTube

She's a supermodel, a television host, a women's health advocate and now Ashley Graham is adding Broadway actor to her resume.

Monmouth College to Host 'Broadway on Broadway' Concert on April 12

"Broadway on Broadway" is returning to campus on April 12, as the Monmouth College Chorale hosts one of its annual fundraising events.

Stranger Things Brings the Upside Down to Broadway

The spin-off prequel play, Stranger Things: The First Shadow comes to Broadway on April 22. Does it mean we're getting Demogorgon puppets on stage ...

Kristin Chenoweth has idea for Broadway reunion with 'Wicked' costar Idina Menzel

Kristin Chenoweth reveals she has an idea 'in mind' for a Broadway reunion with her original 'Wicked' costar Idina Menzel.

For His Broadway Debut in 'Cabaret,' Orville Peck Is Jumping in Face-First - Vogue

Later, upstairs at an after-party held at 1604 Broadway, John Waters held court. When a guest stopped by to pay their respects, telling him they'd ...

Glee's Lea Michele, Dianna Agron and Darren Criss Reunite on Broadway - People.com

Dianna Agron and Lea Michele recently visited their Glee costar Darren Criss at his new Broadway show Maybe Happy Ending.

Broadway show redefines historical women - YouTube

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Mike Shore, JTVs Broadway Correspondent meets with the cast of CHICAGO - JTV Jackson

Mike Shore, JTVs Broadway Correspondent meets with the cast of CHICAGO. Facebook X LinkedIn Threads Email Share. Tap to unmute.

Beaverton Broadway star, traditional dance group among acts coming to The Reser

From Broadway actress and Beaverton native Shoshana Bean to traditional dance group Danza Azteca, the performing arts center is ready to welcome a ...

'Titanique' sets Off-Broadway closing date | New York Theatre Guide

'Titanique' sets Off-Broadway closing date. The hit parody musical, inspired by James Cameron's Titanic film and set to the hit songs of Celine Dion, ...

Broadway Celebrates Earth Day Adds Star Power and a Show-Stopping Finale - TSQ

Kindergarten and 1st grade students from neighborhood P.S. 212 will take the stage with Broadway's Jenn Gambatese to perform “Do Re Mi.” New York, New ...

Kristin Chenoweth Is 'So Ready' for Broadway Return (Exclusive) - People.com

... Broadway Stage After 10 Years for Queen of Versailles (Exclusive). 'Queen of Versailles' is set start previews on Broadway in October. By. Hedy ...

Whoopi Goldberg To Join Joy Behar In Behar's 'My First Ex-Husband' - Deadline

The matinee performance is set for Wednesday, April 30, at 2 p.m./ET at the Off Broadway MMAC Theater on Manhattan's Upper West Side.

‘Sylvia’ is a Bad Dog From Curtain Call Playhouse at the Willow by Bill Hirschman

If all of us liked the same things, it would be a truly dull world, but occasionally, like in Sylvia produced by Curtain Call Playhouse playing at the Willow Theatre, you have to wonder what…

Hear From Jason Robert Brown and the Stars of The Last Five Years, Past and Present, on Opening Night by Broadway.com

The heartbreaking musical The Last Five Years, led by pop star Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren, opened at the Hudson Theatre on April 6. The Broadway Show was there to…

Ben Folds, Livingston Taylor part of Hartford Symphony’s 2025 Talcott Mountain Music Festival by Christopher Arnott

Hartford Symphony Orchestra's 2025 Talcott Mountain Music Festival in Simsbury this summer will also feature tributes to Queen, The Bee Gees and Tina Turner.

Tony Awards administration committee makes third round of rulings for eligibility during 2024-2025 season by Andy Lefkowitz

Tony nominations are scheduled to be announced on May 1.

The Tony's Confirm Eligibility Status of Eight Broadway Shows for 2024-2025

The Tony Awards Administration Committee met today to confirm the eligibility status of eight Broadway productions for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more here!

‘Maybe Happy Ending’ star Helen J Shen brings humanity to an android in her Broadway debut: ‘There’s a freedom to her realism’ by Sam Eckmann

Helen J Shen is having a whirlwind year on stage. The 25-year-old actress made her Broadway debut — and earned rave reviews — for the hit new musical Maybe Happy Ending, which opened in …

“Old Friends” Are Making New Friends On Broadway by Db Frick

“Old Friends,” the joyous Sondheim revue now gracing the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, is less a show and more a heartfelt celebration—a Broadway party where every guest is an absolute l…

See Who's Starring in World Premiere of Senior Class Musical at the Olney by Andrew Gans

Producer Kevin Duda and lyricist-librettist-composer Melvin Tunstall III conceived the show while performing together on Broadway.

A School Musical Foiled by L.A. Wildfires to Go Up on CTG’s Biggest Stage by American Theatre Editors

Altadena Arts and Eliot Arts Magnet School students will perform 'Shrek Jr.' at the Ahmanson next week.

Actors’ Equity releases new employment bias report by Michael Abourizk

The publication notes particular strides in race and age parity in industry hiring practices.

The Met Presents Le Nozze di Figaro and Il Barbiere di Siviglia Back-to-Back by Christopher Browner

The pair of masterpieces from Mozart and Rossini define the operatic comedy.

Violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja on Her New York Philharmonic Debut by New York Philharmonic Staff

She'll be performing Stravinsky’s Violin Concerto April 9–11.

Theater Commentary: Star-Driven Plays Are Raking It in on Broadway — “Glengarry Glen Ross”, “Good Night, and Good Luck” by Christopher Caggiano

Prices for Broadway tickets are out of control. But that’s not stopping people from buying them – provided they get to see the right Hollywood stars.

HTDE: Study Break with Jason Isaacs of "The White Lotus" by NPR

The White Lotus season finale dropped this weekend, and we have questions. And trauma. Maybe you do too? This week, How To Do Everything's "study break" is hosting acclaimed actor Jason Isaa…

Bonnie Langford and Gavin Lee of ‘Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends’ to host post-show conversation by Michael Abourizk

The musical, which celebrates the career of the late Tony Award-winning songwriter, opened on April 8.

‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ on Broadway: 5 things to know before journeying into the Upside Down by Sam Eckmann

Break out your Dungeons & Dragons dice and heat up those Eggo waffles! Broadway is about to be taken over by the Upside Down. After winning the U.K.'s Olivier Award for Best New Play, St…

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Emily Skinner Will Lead Boston Light in the Piazza by Logan Culwell-Block

The Adam Guettel-Craig Lucas musical will play The Huntington beginning next month.

Aneesa Folds, Roe Hartrampf Will Star in World Premiere Hip-Hop Musical Co-Founders by Logan Culwell-Block

The work by RyanNicole Austin, Beau Lewis, and Adesha Adefela will play San Francisco's American Conservatory Theater beginning in May.

Seldom-Seen Tennessee Williams One-Acts Interior: Panic, The Pretty Trap Will Get Off-Broadway Run by Logan Culwell-Block

The Fire Weeds is presenting the two works in association with Houghton Hall Arts Community at The Astaire Ballroom.

The Lubben Brothers: Roadtrip Tour

To Sarah Hyland, The Great Gatsby's Daisy Buchanan Is a Survivor by Margaret Hall

The actor read and re-read the Fitzgerald novel while she was on Modern Family. Now she is a bringing a compassionate lens to its flawed heroine.

Freaky Friday, Gentleman's Guide, and More Creative PLAYBILLDER Covers From Around the Country by Natan Zamansky

When you make a Playbill with PLAYBILLDER, you can also design your own covers.

Sisters: A Celebration of Motown and Soul

‘The Who’s Tommy’ National Tour Delayed A Year: Launch Now Set For Fall 2026 by Greg Evans

The national tour of The Who’s Tommy, the Des McAnuff-revival that played on Broadway last year, has been delayed by a year, with a new launch date of Fall 2026. Producers had previously a…

Equity Report: More Contracts for People of Color, Less for Women by American Theatre Editors

Equity’s Hiring Bias and Wage Gap Report shows gradual, positive steps towards a fairer industry.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARILYN MAYE at 54 Below by Tulis McCall

Marilyn Maye's  voice is like a caramel parfait with a touch of bourbon.  She stretches notes and swirls the story around the entire room.  No one is immune to her charm.  Not nobody not…

Brokeback Mountain Play Will Make North American Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live will play 20 cities. PLAYBILL SITES. Playbill Store ...

Photos: Get a 1st Look at Eric Bogosian's Humpty Dumpty Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The play, which explores themes of isolation, survival, and societal breakdown through the lens of a digital blackout, was first written in 2000.

Video: Inside THE GREAT GATSBY's London Sitzprobe With Corbin Bleu, Jamie Muscato, & Frances Mayli

Go inside the sitzprobe for the musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s landmark novel, The Great Gatsby, which make its West End debut at The London Coliseum this spring. Preview perf…

Audra McDonald-Led Gypsy Announces Cast Recording Release Date

Titanique to Close on June 15

Christine Dwyer and Matt DeAngelis to Star in NSMT Waitress

Off-Broadway Hit Titanique to Set Sail For the Last Time (But Our Hearts Will Go On) by Darryn King

The musical comedy Titanique will play its final performance off-Broadway on June 15. The splash-hit comedy, sending up the blockbuster film Titanic and driven by the songs of pop icon Cé…

STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Will Host Post-Show Conversation

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed additional programming in association with the New York premiere of Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. Learn more here!

Photos: Steppenwolf Theatre Company Celebrates Opening Night of THE BOOK OF GRACE

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 49th season with the Chicago premiere of The Book of Grace, an incendiary tug-of-war between family and freedom by Suzan-Lori Parks. Check out p…

Leslie Odom Jr. to Perform at The Public Theater's Annual Gala

The Public Theater will present its annual gala where guests will have an exclusive preview as The Public lights up the reimagined theater for the first time. Learn more!

Denzel Washington Will Fly to Cannes in Between $900 Ticket Broadway “Othello” Shows for Spike Lee Premiere by Roger Friedman

Denzel Washington is going to have an exhausting weekend come May 18th. After performing in “Othello” on Broadway at the Sunday matinee, he will leave the theater at 6pm and fly to the s…

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Season to Include Hamnet, Brokeback Mountain, and More

‘Amm(i)gone’ and ‘A Mother’: Sons Calling for Their Mothers by Laura Collins-Hughes

The maternal embrace of young men and their battles figures in two very different plays, one a solo work and the other a Brechtian riff starring Jessica Hecht.

EXES The Musical Offers Cathartic Musical Reckoning by Edward Kliszus

In the intimate confines of The Chain Theatre, EXES The Musical concluded its brief but incendiary New York City run with a performance that left audiences both stunned and exhilarated. This…

Photos: Go Underground With Jeremy Jordan as Floyd Collins on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

The Adam Guettel-Tina Landau musical is playing the Vivian Beaumont Theater via Lincoln Center Theater.

The Notebook of Trigorin by Yuval Jonas

Irondale’s presentation of Tennessee Williams’ “free adaptation” of The Seagull is too much of a “loose production.” The post The Notebook of Trigorin appeared first on The Front…

“Betty Boop” Returns in Living Color by Ron Fassler

Review by Ron Fassler . . . When a truly old-fashioned musical like Boop! The Musical opens, offering a beatific heroine, dazzling choreography, and hummable tunes that send you out into t…

Broadway cast recording for ‘Gypsy,’ starring Audra McDonald, to be released this month by Darryn King For Broadway.com

CD and vinyl editions will follow later in the year.

BOOP! A DELIGHTFUL STAR-MAKING PERK-ME-UP MUSICAL by Oscar E Moore

There’s a new girl in town.  A fascinating girl.  Talent oozing out of every single pore.  Sweetly singing or confidently belting with tip-top tapping and stealing our hearts along the …

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2025 IN SCENA! ITALIAN THEATER FESTIVAL NY by Robert Shuman

(via Emily Owens PR) New York City’s premiere festival of Italian theater is back–taking place in all five boroughs of NYC, May 5-19 at Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimo’ at NYU (24 W …

Photos: Jeremy Jordan, Lizzy McAlpine and More in FLOYD COLLINS at LCT

Lincoln Center Theater is presenting FLOYD COLLINS, starring Jeremy Jordan and more. Get a first look at photos of the production here and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Watch Reneé Rapp Reprise MEAN GIRLS Role in New GLADIATOR Crossover

Reneé Rapp is back as Regina George, but this time with a twist. In a new ad spot for Paramount+, the Mean Girls star reprises her role- now billed as 'Reginius Georgius'- in a crossover w…

Off-Broadway's Titanìque Sets Closing Date by Andrew Gans

The hit send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic will soon take its final voyage at the Daryl Roth Theatre.

On April 10, 2003: Maury Yeston's Nine Gets a Broadway Revival Starring Antonio Banderas by Logan Culwell-Block

Chita Rivera and Jane Krakowski were among the cast in this very starry production.

Sunset Boulevard Standout David Thaxton Cares for Norma Desmond Onstage. At Home, It’s Dinosaur Duty by Paul Wontorek

Age: 41 Hometown: Neath, South Wales David Thaxton (Photo: Andy Henderson) Current Role: David Thaxton makes his Broadway debut in Jamie Lloyd’s Olivier Award-winning revival of An…

Broadway Cast Recording for Gypsy, Starring Audra McDonald, to Be Released This Month by Darryn King

The cast recording for the current Broadway revival of Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald as Momma Rose, will be released on streaming and digital formats on April 25. CD and vinyl editions wil…

Review: Glengarry Glen Ross at the Palace Theatre by Carol Rocamora

The epiphany of this Mamet revival is how relevant its look at American business still is. Carol Rocamora reviews. The post Review: Glengarry Glen Ross at the Palace Theatre appeared first o…

TITANIQUE to Play Final Performance Off-Broadway Mid-June

After eight extensions, the Lortel Award-winning Best Musical Titanique – the irresistibly funny and irreverent send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic driven by the songs of pop icon Cél…

Photos: Inside MISCAST25 with Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Aaron Tveit & More

MCC Theater presented Miscast- one of the most anticipated theater events in New York each year, where the biggest stars of stage and screen take to the stage at Hammerstein Ballroom, to p…

Whoopi Goldberg To Join Joy Behar In Performance Of Behar’s Off Broadway Play ‘My First Ex-Husband’ by Greg Evans

The View costars Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar will soon share a stage of an entirely different sort: Goldberg will appear for one performance only with Behar in the latter’s Off Broadway …

Exclusive: Watch Liisi LaFontaine Give a Sneak Peek from BROADWAY SINGS ABBA

The Broadway Sings concert series will soon return with Broadway Sings ABBA. Watch in this video as Liisi LaFontaine (Moulin Rouge!, Drag: The Musical) performs 'The Winner Takes It All'.

Blog: From Summer Intensive to Evening Conservatory at Atlantic

The Summer Intensive at Atlantic was truly the spark that ignited my professional journey. I came in looking to sharpen my craft and left with a whole new perspective on what it means to be …

Video: Adrienne Warren Performs ‘I Can Do Better Than That’ From THE LAST FIVE YEARS

On Thursday morning, Adrienne Warren took the stage on the TODAY Show to perform 'I Can Do Better Than That,' from The Last Five Years. Watch her performance now!

THE PLAYS THE THING. wiltons music hall by Libby Purves and Friends

A HAMLET THAT STANDS ALONE “is it not monstrous that this player here,But in a fiction, in a dream of passion,Could force his soul so to his own conceitThat from her working all his visage…

Video: See Billy Porter Belt Out 'I Don't Care Much' From Cabaret by Margaret Hall, Andrew Gans

Porter currently stars as the Emcee in the West End production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club.

Two-Time Tony Winner Bryan Cranston to Star in All My Sons in London, Directed by Ivo van Hove by Darryn King

Two-time Tony winner, six-time Emmy winner and Olivier winner Bryan Cranston will reunite with director Ivo van Hove in a production of Arthur Miller’s All My Sons in London’s West End i…

Audra McDonald-Led Gypsy Revival Will Get Broadway Cast Recording by Logan Culwell-Block

The release will be available to stream later this month.

All the Happy Things review – an unbreakable sisterly bond in tender three-hander by Kate Wyver

Soho theatre, LondonWhile navigating the rocky aftermath of death, Naomi Denny’s Sienna sees her sibling everywhere in this simply told but warm reflection on grief Grief does not come wi…

Ariana DeBose, Lorna Luft, and More Join Laurie Beechman Theatre Reopening Event

Additional performers including Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose, Tony Award nominee Andrea McArdle, Lorna Luft, and Nina West, have been added to the lineup for Renaissance Gala.

Photos: Step Inside Classic Stage Company's 3rd Annual Classics Gone Mad! by Margaret Hall

Hosted by drag legend Nina West, this year's event was Kander and Ebb–themed.

5 Broadway Shows You Can See for Under $100 This Weekend by Molly Higgins

Did you know Playbill offers exclusive discount codes so you can enjoy a night at the theatre for less?

Photos: Get a 1st Look at London World Premiere of Midnight Cowboy Musical by Andrew Gans

Paul Jacob French and Max Bowden lead the new musical at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant.

Ryan J. Hadadd's Hold Me in the Water Begins Off-Broadway April 10 by Andrew Gans

Playwrights Horizons is presenting the world premiere of Haddad's solo show.

Conor McPherson's The Brightening Air Begins World Premiere April 10 by Margaret Hall

The tale of fate, family, and unseen forces in 1980s Ireland is McPherson's latest for The Old Vic.

THE WHO'S TOMMY National Tour Will Now Launch Fall 2026

The National Tour of The Who's TOMMY will now launch in Fall 2026. The touring production was previously set to launch in Fall 2025 at Providence Performing Arts Center in Providence, RI. T…

More Stars Join Broadway Celebrates Earth Day Concert by Logan Culwell-Block

Nikki M. James, Andrew Rannells, Khaila Wilcoxon, and more have been added to the lineup for the free April 26 Times Square concert.

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It’s Opening Night at ‘Smash’ on Broadway April 10 by Website Administrator

By Logan Culwell-Block Originally published on playbill.com. Tech is officially over! Cult favorite TV series Smash officially opens its long-awaited debut as a Broadway stage musical April…

Andrew Rannells, Anika Larsen and More Join Earth Day Concert in Times Square

The Broadway Green Alliance and Times Square Alliance have just announced updates for the Broadway Celebrates Earth Day concert. We have the full lineup here!

Video: Watch Nick Jonas Perform 'If I Didn't Believe in You' From THE LAST FIVE YEARS

Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren stopped by TODAY to discuss and perform from The Last Five Years. During their visit, Jonas took the stage to perform his rendition of 'If I Didn't Believe in …

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Hope Collides With Change in ‘Mother Russia’ by American Theatre Editors

As in 'Cambodian Rock Band' and 'The Great Leap,' Lauren Yee's new play at Seattle Rep mashes up communism and pop culture, in a mix that resonates beyond its historic setting.

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GYPSY Cast Recording Will Get April Release

The 2024 Broadway revival, led by six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald, has recorded a cast album which is set to be released digitally on April 25. The first single, 'Together, Wherever We …

Cynthia Erivo Sets Release Date for Second Studio Album 'I Forgive You'

Cynthia Erivo's new album has officially received a release date. After two single releases, Erivo's second album, I Forgive You, will be available on June 6th.

Abigail’s Party review – woozy, boozy Beverly throws her party from hell once again by Catherine Love

Royal Exchange theatre, ManchesterThis version of Mike Leigh’s classic brings out the boozy claustrophobia, while Kym Marsh as Beverly and Tupele Dorgu as Susan brilliantly draw out the sa…

Watch a First Look at Smash on Broadway

Musician Yasmin Williams Shares 'Unhinged' Email Exchange With Kennedy Center Interim Director Richard Grenell

Washington D.C.-based guitarist Yasmin Williams publicly shared contentious emails from Richard Grenell, the interim executive director of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts,…

A Streetcar Named Desire by Carey Purcell

Paul Mescal and Patsy Ferran If Blanche duBois were in the audience, she wouldn’t sit through this production.   Blanche, as played by some actresses, would refuse. She would demand, ind…

Photos: See Nicole Scherzinger, Drew Gehling, Jenna Bainbridge, More Attend TDF's Costumes and Cocktails Party by Molly Higgins

The disco-themed event celebrated 50 years of TDF's Costume Collection.

Bryan Cranston, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Paapa Essiedu Will Lead West End All My Sons by Logan Culwell-Block

Tony winner Ivo van Hove will direct the new revival of the Arthur Miller play.

Photos: Kate Burton, Saoirse-Monica Jackson, More Star in Irishtown at Irish Rep by Molly Higgins

Penned by Ciara Elizabeth Smyth, the work follows a celebrated Dublin-based theatre company which has just started rehearsals for a new play.

Joe Langworth and Steve Marzullo's Fixing Frankie Sets Industry Reading by Molly Higgins

The coming-of-age musical follows Frankie, who escapes to 1980s New York City in a search for self-acceptance.

EPIC Players Theatre Will Stage Neuroinclusive Seussical by Molly Higgins

To support its mission of inclusion in the arts, the theatre company features neurodiverse artists in productions, provides classes, and more.

Matt Doyle Will Say Bon Voyage at the Beechman by Andrew Gans

The Tony winner will offer three shows at the newly renovated cabaret venue.

Sunset Blvd. Will Auction Nicole Scherzinger's Black Slip Dress to Benefit Broadway Cares by Andrew Gans

Soutra Gilmour designed the dress worn by Olivier winner Scherzinger in the Jamie Lloyd revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.

SUNSET BOULEVARD Will Auction Dress For Broadway Cares

The Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Blvd., directed by Jamie Lloyd, is partnering with Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS to auction off costume designer Soutra Gilmour's c…

Video: Watch Billy Porter Perform 'I Don't Care Much' From CABARET

The West End production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club has shared a performance video of Billy Porter's rendition of 'I Don't Care Much.' The video was recorded in the Kit Kat Club London's …

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 4/10/2025; Jobs In Marketing, Development, and More

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/10/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

First Look: Midnight Cowboy The Musical at Southwark Playhouse by Staff Writer

First look images are released for Midnight Cowboy – A New Musical which opens tonight at Southwark Playhouse Elephant

Full Cast and Creatives Announced for Takeaway at Liverpool Everyman by Staff Writer

Full Cast and Creatives Announced for Takeaway at Liverpool Everyman

Rose Theatre Announces Its 2025/26 Season with Award-Winning Artists Including the World Premiere of a New Adaptation of Jane Austen’s Emma by Staff Writer

Rose Theatre announces its 2025/26 season, continuing its commitment to entertain audiences, elevate artists, and empower the community

First Look: Production Images for Shanghai Dolls at Kiln Theatre by Staff Writer

Kiln Theatre, in association with Paines Plough, has unveiled the first look production images for the world premiere of Shanghai Dolls by Amy Ng

Full Cast Announced For World Première Of Daisy Goodwin’s By Royal Appointment by Staff Writer

Daniel Schumann and Lee Dean have announced the full casting for the world première of Daisy Goodwin’s By Royal Appointment, directed by Dominic Dromgoole

Full Casting Announced For Dylan MarcAurele’s Pop Off, Michelangelo! At Underbelly Boulevard Soho by Staff Writer

Blair Russell Productions has announced the full casting for Dylan MarcAurele’s Pop Off, Michelangelo! at Underbelly Boulevard Soho

“Good Night, and Good Luck” & “Glengarry Glen Ross” Broadway Finely Smokes Solid Scenarios with Stars by Ross

The Broadway Theatre Review: Good Night, and Good Luck & Glengarry Glen Ross By Ross Smoke from so many cigarettes hangs in the air inside two large Broadway houses. Each drawing us into…

Rich People’s Problems: A Review of “No Such Thing” at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble by Hugh Iglarsh

With its total focus on the private and the domestic, “No Such Thing” never pulls us in.

Today on Broadway: Thursday, April 10, 2025 by Matt Tamanini

Critics Weigh in on ‘Old Friends,’ Stars Announced for ‘Two Strangers’ Premiere, Disney on Broadway Concert Now Streaming Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and o…

KC and the Sunshine Band Musical Get Down Tonight to Run in London

Bryan Cranston, Marianne Jean-Baptiste to Lead West End Revival of All My Sons

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Bryan Cranston, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, and Paapa Essiedu Will Lead ALL MY SONS Directed By Ivo Van Hove in the West End

Bryan Cranston will star as ‘Joe Keller', Marianne Jean-Baptiste as ‘Kate Keller' and Paapa Essiedu as ‘Chris Keller' in Arthur Miller's ALL MY SONS. Learn more about the show here!

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Family guide to new movie releases by Tribune News Service

'DROP' Rated PG-13 for strong violent content, suicide, some strong language and sexual references. What it’s about: A single mother on a first date is tormented by threatening cellphone m…

Sir Derek Jacobi Announced as Latest Honouree for West End Unscripted! at Gillian Lynne Theatre by Staff Writer

Producer and Director Tegan Summer announces that the latest West End Unscripted! honouree will be Sir Derek Jacobi

Cast Announced for Cul-de-Sac, the New Play from Multi Award-Nominated Playwright David Shopland by Staff Writer

The cast has been announced for Cul-de-Sac, the new play from esteemed playwright David Shopland presented by Fake Escape

MickeyJoTheatre Announces Lewis Cornay, Allie Daniel, and Fabian Aloise for MickeyJoTheatre: Live! by Staff Writer

Mickey-Jo Boucher, the face behind the popular YouTube theatre channel MickeyJoTheatre, has announced the guests for the return of his live chat show MickeyJoTheatre: Live! at London’s T…

Almeida Theatre Announces Full Cast for A Moon for the Misbegotten by Staff Writer

The Almeida Theatre has revealed the complete cast for Rebecca Frecknall’s production of A Moon for the Misbegotten

More Guest Artists Announced for Tim Crouch’s An Oak Tree at the Young Vic in the Play’s 20th Anniversary Year by Staff Writer

More guest artist names announced today for Tim Crouch’s An Oak Tree include Lorraine Ashbourne, Alfred Enoch, Eddie Marsan, Nina Sosanya, Meera Syal, and David Tennant.

Reading Rep Theatre and Watermill Theatre Announce Full Cast for World Premiere of Three Hens in a Boat by Staff Writer

Reading Rep Theatre and Watermill Theatre are thrilled to unveil the full cast for the highly anticipated world premiere of Camille Ucan’s debut play, Three Hens in a Boat

Movie review: Landon’s direction, Fahy’s performance elevate claustrophobic thriller ‘Drop’ by Tribune News Service

The poster for Christopher Landon’s “Drop” features star Meghann Fahy’s eyes peering over the top of a mobile phone. This image conveys everything you need to know about “Drop,” …

Review: Different songs, same exhilarating results from Jack White on Night 2 in Twin Cities by Tribune News Service

MINNEAPOLIS — At first, it looked like Jack White wasn’t going to pivot much on Night 2 at the Palace Theatre. Nor should he have felt obligated to. Returning for his second of two insta…

‘Warfare’ review: Intensely harrowing film will leave viewers shaking by Tribune News Service

You've never seen war on-screen quite like this, and you've never heard war on-screen quite like this. "Warfare" is an unnervingly intense combat film about a group of American soldiers unde…

‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ review: Series can’t keep up with strong start by Tribune News Service

Reasons for optimism? “You’re Friends & Neighbors” offers a few. First, the new drama series marks “Mad Men” star Jon Hamm’s return to a leading TV role, this time as a man w…

Prisoner swap between Moscow and Washington frees Ksenia Karelina, a U.S.-Russia dual national by The Associated Press

Dad’s Army Radio Show to Make West End Debut by Staff Writer

Dad's Army Radio Show will make its West End debut at the Duchess Theatre on 16 June, with more dates across the UK

Pitlochry Festival Theatre Announces Ensemble for 2025 Season by Staff Writer

Pitlochry Festival Theatre announces its Ensemble for the 2025 season, which will take place this summer between May and September

KC and the Sunshine Band Musical Get Down Tonight Announces London Premiere at Charing Cross Theatre by Staff Writer

The highly anticipated musical Get Down Tonight, inspired by the true story of Harry Wayne Casey (KC), is set to make its London premiere this autumn at Charing Cross Theatre

All My Sons Starring Bryan Cranston, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, and Paapa Essiedu to Open in West End by Staff Writer

Bryan Cranston will star as Joe Keller, Marianne Jean-Baptiste as Kate Keller, and Paapa Essiedu as Chris Keller in Arthur Miller’s All My Sons at Wyndhams Theatre

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 10, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 10, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Why Some Dance Companies Are Moving Away From Social Media by Margaret Fuhrer

Social media seemed to hold enormous promise for the dance field. So why are some dancers and companies choosing to disconnect?

Seinfeld stand-up, Kennywood, concerts and more to do in Pittsburgh this weekend by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

PIAF          Watermill, near Newbury by Libby Purves and Friends

RIEN TO REGRET!   This is a terrific, impassioned production: not only does Kimberley Sykes’ direction  and Michele Meazza’ s movement work keep it watchably, startlingly vigorous,   …

Florida Rep’s PlayLab Invites Kenneth Jones, Stacey Isom Campbell, Lindsay Joelle, Samara Siskind, Jesse Corbin by Kenneth Jones

Florida Repertory Theatre’s 2025 PlayLab Festival of New Works will feature readings of new scripts by Jesse Corbin, Stacey Isom Campbell, Lindsay Joelle, Kenneth Jones and Samara Siskind.…

SBS announces Courtney Act and Tony Armstrong as hosts for Eurovision

The post SBS announces Courtney Act and Tony Armstrong as hosts for Eurovision appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

The Stella Prize 2025 Shortlist Announced

The post The Stella Prize 2025 Shortlist Announced appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Why Are Kids Licking Nintendo Cartridges? by Joe Patti

Alright so today’s post is totally for amusement and entertainment purposes. Except for a pretty narrow use case, I don’t really see a connection with arts and cultural organizations. I …

Boston Pops Brings STAR WARS: The Story in Music to Pavilion by David Dow Bentley III

By DAVID DOW BENTLEY III    “The People’s Critic” After severe storms earlier in the day, the night of Saturday April 5th in The Woodlands, Texas, was to be a splendid one, full of m…

QUT revitalises performing arts with real-world future focus

The post QUT revitalises performing arts with real-world future focus appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Is TDF’s Costumes & Cocktails party the new ‘it’ event of the season? by Ruthie Fierberg

The celebration for TDF’s Costume Collection combined with the Irene Sharaff Awards for a night to remember.

It's Opening Night at Smash on Broadway April 10 by Logan Culwell-Block

Caroline Bowman and Robyn Hurder lead the TV series-turned-stage musical at the Imperial Theatre.

Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents: Women’s Month Continues With Klea Blackhurst by Suzanna Bowling

“Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents”, is filmed from the Hotel Edison. As we continue to celebrate Women’s Month T2C’s publisher and owner Suzanna Bowling ta…

Domino Effect at A.R.T. Theater Is a Show to See by Craig J Horsley

New York is a melting pot. As in all recipes, at first flavors seem to not belong together and may battle each other for dominance; but, surprisingly at the end they blend together to create…

IMPRESSIONS: Guillermina Quiroga Tango Company in "Tango Soirée" at Roulette by The Dance Enthusiast

"I applaud that each piece in the program so far has featured a different composer, often favoring another instrument. This thoughtfulness in programming elevates the musical accompanim…

IMPRESSIONS: Sally Silvers & Dancers “You Better” at Roulette by The Dance Enthusiast

"Across gulfs of time, space, and subjectivity, Silvers and her tribe find grounding in their divine feminines to echo through a world of their own making." Sarah Cecilia Bukowski, Brooklyn,…

IMPRESSIONS: Lisa Fagan & Lena Engelstein’s "Friday Night Rat Catchers" at New York Live Arts by The Dance Enthusiast

"Lisa Fagan and Lena Engelstein’s Friday Night Rat Catchers functions with a kindred spirit; its youthful irreverence and penchant for comedic chaos a pleasure to behold. The work interrog…

IMPRESSIONS: Bebe Miller Company “Vespers, Reimagined (2025)” at Danspace Project by The Dance Enthusiast

"...Vespers, Reimagined (2025)” Miller expands the original work into a 40-minute dance-essay for five sensitive, daring dancers: Bria Bacon, Jasmine Hearn, Shayla-Vie Jenkins, Chloe Londo…