June 2025 New York Theater Openings by Jonathan Mandell

Below is a calendar of theater opening* in June. Jean Smart is returning to Broadway. John Krasinski is launching a newly rechristened Off Broadway theater. Both “Heathers” and “Grease…

Special Episode: Kip Williams explains ‘Dorian Gray’s Cine-Theatre by Matt Tamanini

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with the adapter and Tony-nominated director of one of the most innovative and engaging productions on Broadway in years, “The Pictur…

Drag artists are getting attacked. This safety handbook aims to help by Chloe Veltman

A group of drag queens from across the country and their supporters are releasing a handbook to help performers navigate a landscape of increasing threats of harassment and violence.

Patti LuPone Apologizes for Interview Comments About Kecia Lewis, Audra McDonald: “I Am Devastated”  by Lexi Carson

'The Roommate' star said: "I hope to have the chance to speak to Audra and Kecia personally to offer my sincere apologies."

Patti LuPone Apologizes for Comments About Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis by Michael Paulson

LuPone said she was “deeply sorry for the words” she used in her criticism of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald when asked about a dispute over Broadway noise levels.

 Dying Gaul Explores Cost of Doing Battle at Island City Stage by Bill Hirschman

Like the ancient Roman statue upon which it is named, the ending of The Dying Gaul recognizes a hard-earned victory while exploring the cost of doing battle. The production at Island City St…

Ekman / León-Lightfoot / Dawson – a dance evening of excellence at Rome Opera House by Ariadne Mikou

Under the artistic direction of the étoile Eleonora Abbagnato, Rome Opera House (Teatro dell’Opera di Roma) continues its curatorial approach to dance by embracing contemporary creation i…

Patti LuPone is ‘deeply sorry’ for ‘demeaning and disrespectful’ language used to bash fellow Broadway stars by Caitlin Hornik

The apology comes after LuPone’s behavior was called out in a letter by more than 500 Broadway professionals

Patti LuPone Apologizes For Comments About Kecia Lewis And Audra McDonald by Greg Evans

Patti LuPone has publicly apologized to fellow Broadway actors Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald for comments she made in a recent New Yorker article, writing in an Instagram post, “For as lo…

Patti LuPone Apologizes to Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald by Diep Tran

"For as long as I have worked in the theatre, I have spoken my mind and never apologized. That is changing today."

Patti LuPone Issues Apology to Kecia Lewis & Audra McDonald

On Instagram, Patti LuPone has responded to those criticizing her after a recent interview with the New Yorker. LuPone writes "For as long as I have worked in the theatre, I have spoken my m…

Patti LuPone Apologizes for Controversial Comments About Kecia Lewis, Audra McDonald in New Yorker Interview: ‘I Am Devastated That My Behavior Has by Brent Lang

Patti LuPone has apologized for comments she made about Audra McDonald and “Hell’s Kitchen” star Kecia Lewis in a recent New Yorker interview. “For as long as I have worked in theat…

Natural Born: Circus, Sideshow, and The Art of Being Human by Trav S.D.

Tomorrow is the release date of Aaron Smith’s new book Natural Born: Circus, Sideshow, and The Art of Being Human (Outside Talker Press). But before I sing its praises, I only just realize…

MARRIAGE MATERIAL Lyric theatre, Hammersmith by Libby Purves and Friends

BROWN BRITISH LIVES, FROM ENOCH TO SUNAK  Sathnam Sanghera’s novel drew on his own life,  partly homage to Arnold Bennett and with some echoes of Priestley too, joined the fine chronicle…

Review: Joaquina Kalukango at 54 Below by Lane Williamson

The Tony-winning star of "Paradise Square" brings an eclectic mix of songs to the stage at 54 Below. Lane Williamson reviews. The post Review: Joaquina Kalukango at 54 Below appeared first o…

Review: In ‘Mountainhead,’ billionaire tech bros watch the world burn by Tribune News Service

At the beginning of "Mountainhead," written and directed by Jesse Armstrong of "Succession" fame and premiering Saturday on HBO, three multibillionaire tech bros make their way by private pl…

Mia Farrow on Her First Tony Nomination, Returning to Broadway in ‘The Roommate’ by Caitlin Huston

"I did discover that I love being on stage more than being in a movie or on TV," Farrow said.

Goddess by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

In the title role, Amber Iman makes a sensational return to Off Broadway after her Tony Award and Drama League-nominated performance in "Lempicka" last season. This beautiful statuesque actr…

5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘Purpose’’s Glenn Davis by Ruthie Fierberg

Davis not only stars in the Branden Jacobs-Jenkins play but also supervised the development of it.

Elephant, Menier Chocolate Factory review - subtle, humorous exploration of racial identity and music by Rachel Halliburton

Story of self-discovery through playing the piano resounds in Anoushka Lucas's solo show This charmingly eloquent semi-autobiographical show – which first played at the Bush Theatre in 20…

Review: A delightful capitalist in this economy? Only in Wes Anderson’s ‘The Phoenician Scheme’ by Tribune News Service

Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme" opens with a bang: a grisly explosion, a plane crash and a dramatic close-up of tycoon Zsa-zsa Korda (Benicio del Toro), his battered face so lumpen an…

5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘English’’s Marjan Neshat by Ruthie Fierberg

Neshat made history with her Tony Award nomination.

Special Episode: Glenn Davis on the purpose of ‘Purpose’ by Matt Tamanini

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with the Tony-nominated star and producer of “Purpose,” Glenn Davis. On stage, David plays Solomon “Junior” Jasper, a role for …

What to watch for at the Tony Awards, Broadway’s biggest night by The Associated Press

By MARK KENNEDY NEW YORK (AP) — Twenty-nine shows on Broadway got Tony Award nominations this season, but not all will walk away with a trophy — and the box office attention they usually…

What to Stream: Nintendo’s Switch 2, Addison Rae album, ‘Presence’ and Ariana Madix returns to Fiji by The Associated Press

By The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — A Shaquille O’Neal docuseries about his time at Reebok’s basketball division and Mario Kart World on Nintendo’s Switch 2 are some of the new t…

Former teen stars from Debbie Gibson to Ross Lynch take the stage this week in CT arts by Christopher Arnott

The Courant's arts picks for June 1-7 include a handful of former teen pop stars, a Unicorn World, the Hartford Symphony Orchestra and funny man Jim Gaffigan.

In ‘Dead Outlaw,’ Andrew Durand Has the Role of a Lifetime. And After. by Alexis Soloski

To climb, leap and play dead each night, the Tony nominee’s preshow workout not only tends to his body’s needs but also frees up his acting.

CT restaurant announces final celebration and closing date. Here’s how to attend. by Staff Report

The Triple Three 333 has announced their final celebration on Saturday, May 31, according to a Facebook post.

How Megan Hilty, a Tony Awards Best Actress Nominee, Spends Her Show Days by Talia Barrington

Ms. Hilty, who is nominated for her work in “Death Becomes Her,” runs from a breakfast date with her husband to red light therapy before a Friday night of singing and dancing on Broadway.

WWDTM: Jim Rice by NPR

This week, we're live in Boston with special guest Jim Rice and panelists Maz Jobrani, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Adam FelberLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adc…

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5 Broadway Shows to See With the Whole Family by Logan Culwell-Block

These plays and musicals are crowd pleasers for audiences of all ages.

Outer Critics Circle Celebrates 2025 Award Winners and 75 Years of Theater Excellence by Suzanna Bowling

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center.The Outer Critics Circle celebrated the 2025 Award Winners and 75 Years of Theater Excelle…

The Light in the Piazza by Jacqueline Parker

The Huntington in Boston is presenting a glorious production of Adam Guettel’s masterpiece The Light in the Piazza. Director Loretta Greco has been quoted as saying that this score is the …

“Jane Austen Wrecked My Life” But Made My Sunday Evening in Toronto by Ross

A Frontmezzjunkies Film Review: “Jane Austen Wrecked My Life“ By Ross On a quiet night in Toronto, this theatre junkie decided to take in a film before a week of theatre during the famed…