Tony Awards Nominations 2026: Updating List by Rachel Sherman

Nominations for the 79th Tony Awards will be announced on Tuesday. Here’s the updating list.

Bess Wohl’s Liberation Wins the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Drama by Sophia Rubino

The 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Drama has been awarded to Bess Wohl's Liberation, which made its world premiere off-Broadway at the Roundabout’s Laura Pels Theatre and later appeared on Broadw…

Electrical Fire at Broadway Theater Closes ‘Book of Mormon’ Indefinitely by Michael Paulson and Davaughnia Wilson

The New York Fire Department said there was “substantial damage” to a room containing lighting equipment at the Eugene O’Neill Theater in Manhattan.

5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Belting

Michele on Streisand. Hudson on Holliday. Chenoweth on Menzel. Ten insiders (and five Times writers) testify to the thrill of the big Broadway sound.

2026 Lucille Lortel Awards- Updating Live

The 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – will be presented at the annual ceremony tonight, May…

‘The Pitt’ Star Isa Briones Calls Out Fans For Screaming at Her During Broadway Show: ‘F—ing Disrespectful’ by Jack Dunn

“The Pitt” star Isa Briones took to social media on Saturday to call out fans who scream at her during her Broadway show. On “The Pitt,” Briones stars as second-year resident Dr. Tri…

2026 Drama Desk Awards: ‘The Balusters’ scores a pre-Tony bounce, ‘Chess’ and ‘Rocky Horror’ remain in musical revival stalemate by Sam Eckmann

The off-Broadway productions Beau the Musical and Mexodus led all contenders with 10 nominations apiece.

‘Evita,’ Starring Rachel Zegler, Is Heading to Broadway by Michael Paulson

A buzzy revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit 1970s musical will transfer to New York next spring, but without its signature outdoor scene.

‘Fallen Angels:’ Kelli O’Hara & Rose Byrne, A Fabulous, Hilarious Theatrical Dream Team by Frank J. Avella

Mad & Hell, Mame & Vera, Elphaba & Glinda–one can add to this short list of famous frenemies of stage, the names Julia and Jane, the delightful and dastardly dynamic diva duo i…

Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney Can't Resist a Doomed Love Story by Carey Purcell

Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney have gone through hell and back to be together. The Broadway power couple first met while surviving the horrors of the underworld in Hadestown before traveling…

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The Tony Awards Are Back at Radio City Music Hall in 2026 by Logan Culwell-Block

Broadway's biggest night has set dates for its upcoming 79th ceremony, plus when nominees will be announced.

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Performances Tony Awards 2025: Watch the Broadway Numbers Here by Andrew Gans

Watch casts of the Tony-nominated Broadway productions and more strut their stuff at the 78th Annual Tony Awards.

Tony Awards Winners 2025 (Updating Live) by Brent Lang

Broadway's brights stars came out in force on Sunday for the 78th Tony Awards. There was plenty to celebrate for the theater business, which seems to have recaptured its stride after a long …

Tony Award Winners 2025: Updating List by Rachel Sherman

The Tony Awards begin on Sunday at 8 p.m. E.T., live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

Bring a Towel: Jonathan Groff's Getting You Wet Again by Eugene Sun

If you're seated in the first three rows of Just In Time, bring a poncho or lean into your kink " because Jonathan Groff is doing what he does best: leaving the stage (and you) soaking wet.

Patti LuPone Is Done with Broadway - and Almost Everything Else by Michael Schulman

The seventy-six-year-old theatre diva, famed and feared for her salty bravado, dishes on Hal Prince, her non-friendship with Audra McDonald, and sexy but dumb New York Rangers.

Video: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda's Ham4Ham With Floyd Collins, Death Becomes Her, Dead Outlaw, More by Margaret Hall

The free "show before the show" series has returned to the steps of Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre to celebrate the 2025 Tony nominees.

SpotCo Founder Drew Hodges Returns to Agency as Executive Creative Consultant by Meg Masseron

In this new role, Hodges will help create foundational advertising campaign blueprints.

Disney Launches Online Program to Expand Musical Theatre Access in Schools Across U.S. by Meg Masseron

The online program"titled Stage Connect"is part of the company's initiative to create sustainable theatre programs in public elementary schools.

James Corden, Neil Patrick Harris and Bobby Cannavale Lead Broadway 'Art' by Michael Paulson

The three actors will star in a revival of Yasmina Reza's 1994 play, which begins performances at the end of August.

Tom Hanks Will Perform His Play 'This World of Tomorrow' Off Broadway by Michael Paulson

"This World of Tomorrow," based on the actor's 2017 short story collection, is scheduled to begin performances in October at the Shed.

Tonys 2025 Predictions: Who Will Win? And Who Should? by Jesse Green

Our chief theater critic looks at this year's nominees and weighs in on the plays, musicals and artists he thinks will " and should " take home trophies on June 8.

Darren Criss Does the Robot by Rachel Sherman and Vincent Tullo

He trained as a movement actor. Now he's leaning into physical theater as a Helperbot in the Tony-nominated "Maybe Happy Ending."

Charles Strouse, Composer of 'Annie' and 'Bye Bye Birdie,' Dies at 96 by Margalit Fox

He wrote some of the most enduring musical theater numbers of his era and earned three Tony Awards, a Grammy and an Emmy.

CNN to Livestream George Clooney's 'Good Night, and Good Luck' by Michael Paulson

In June, the news network is planning to broadcast one of the last performances of "Good Night, and Good Luck."

Backstage With 'Sunset Boulevard' and 3 Other Broadway Shows by The New York Times Staff

We go behind the curtain at "Buena Vista Social Club," "Sunset Boulevard," "John Proctor Is the Villain" and "Oh, Mary!"

With This 'Gypsy' Song, Audra McDonald Makes You Rethink the Broadway Show by Ben Brantley

Near the end of "Gypsy," the Tony-nominated actress sings a song that makes you rethink the show you've been watching. I talked to her about it.

To Play Betty Boop, Jasmine Amy Rogers Had to Transform by Elisabeth Vincentelli and Dana Golan

The Broadway rookie has a Tony nomination and star power, but inside she's still this "weird little girl."

'Dead Outlaw' Cancels Library of Congress Concert to Protest Firing by Derrick Bryson Taylor

The Broadway musical, which earned seven Tony nominations, scrapped a performance after the Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla D. Hayden, was fired by the Trump administration.

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins on Winning a Pulitzer for 'Purpose' by Michael Paulson

"It's the most surreal day ever," the playwright said as he learned the news while getting ready to attend his first Met Gala.

Kit Connor, Paul Mescal, Jasmine Amy Rogers, Helen J Shen, More Are 2025 Theatre World Award Winners by Andrew Gans

Shailene Woodley, Leslie Uggams, and George Clooney will also be celebrated at the June ceremony.

2025 Lucille Lortel Awards Winners- Updating Live

The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards " the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway " are being presented tonight, Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU S…

NYC puts forward bill to ban pedicabs near Broadway theaters - NBC New York

The New York City Council is considering banning pedicabs right around Broadway theater exits and entrances.

Trump Proposes Elimination of NEA and NEH by Rob Weinert-Kendt

The administration's 2026 budget comes at a time when the future of NEA staff and grant programs remains in doubt.

George Clooney, Sarah Snook and Sadie Sink Get Tony Nominations by Michael Paulson

They were among the screen stars who were recognized for their work on Broadway this season as the 2025 Tony Award nominations were announced.

Tony Awards Nominations 2025: Updating List by Rachel Sherman

Nominations for the 78th Tony Awards will be announced on Thursday morning. See below for a live list of nominees.

Who Should Be a Tony Awards Nominee in 2025? by Jesse Green

Our chief theater critic makes his picks.

Where Can I Find a Cheap Broadway Ticket? by Michael Paulson

If you are determined to see a celebrity in a popular show on a busy night, you may be out of luck, but with flexibility and persistence, you can cut some costs.

Broadway's Debacles Live On at Joe Allen's 'Flop Wall' by James Barron

The posters in the theater-district restaurant document the shows that went wrong.

Review Roundup: JUST IN TIME Opens on Broadway Starring Jonathan Groff by A. A. Cristi

Just in Time is running now at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theater.

'Real Women Have Curves' Is Now a Broadway Show. Here Are 5 Things to Know. by Sarah Bahr

The new musical is based on Josefina López's original play and the 2002 film adaptation that starred America Ferrera.

Tony Awards: David Hyde Pierce Tightens Up the Best Actor Race in Uneven Revival of "Pirates of Penzance" by Roger Friedman

David Hyde Pierce has really made Broadway his home post-"Frazier." He has one win for Best Actor in a Musical, two more nominations, and a Lifetime Achievement Award. His work in "Spamalot,…

Review Roundup: PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Opens On Broadway Starring Ramin Karimloo, Jinkx Monsoon and More

Pirates! The Penzance Musical, the swashbucking new take on a Gilbert and Sullivan classic, opens on Broadway tonight! The new adaptation delivers a fresh take on the tongue-twisting Major-G…

After 'Sunset Boulevard' Malfunction, Nicole Scherzinger Sings With Bullhorn by Michael Paulson

The "Sunset Boulevard" star briefly entertained the crowd when "a technical malfunction on the sound side" forced the cancellation of a matinee performance.

Review Roundup: STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Opens On Broadway

Broadway gets turned upside down in the new high-tech, supernatural thriller STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, opening tonight at Broadway's Marquis Theatre! What did the critics think o…

Review Roundup: FLOYD COLLINS Opens On Broadway Starring Jeremy Jordan, Lizzy McAlpine and More

A shocking and true tale of the American West comes to life on Broadway tonight as FLOYD COLLINS, opens at Lincoln Center Theater, in a new production starring Tony-nominee Jeremy Jordan. Re…

Michelle Williams Finally Meets Michelle Williams by Diep Tran

The two actors, who are frequently mixed up, finally met at Death Becomes Her.

There's No People Like Show People by Jennifer Harlan

In a new book, the Broadway photographer Jenny Anderson captures the craft and camaraderie of making theater.

Jinkx Monsoon Sails From 'Drag Race' to 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Jinkx Monsoon talks about feeling like a lifetime of hard work is finally paying off, and her return to Broadway as a zany maid in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical."

Onstage and Off, Whitney White Is Everywhere This Spring by Alexis Soloski

An actor, musician and writer, White is also now an in-demand stage director. "I am looking, I am hungry, I am searching," she said.

Review Roundup: JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Opens On Broadway

The moral dilemma at the center of one of the greatest dramas of all-time comes to life on Broadway in John Proctor is the Villain, opening tonight! The new play stars Stranger Things bre…

How 'Stranger Things' Scaled Up for Broadway by Erik Piepenburg and Graham Dickie

A big opening scene that took about two-and-a-half years to perfect plunges theatergoers into the sci-fi world of the hit Netflix series.

Bernadette Peters Loves a Day Out in New York by Sarah Bahr

Back on Broadway for "Old Friends," the actress reflects on the art she saw with Sondheim and the delights of the High Line and Central Park.

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 pandemo…

Review Roundup: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Opens On Broadway

It's a celebration of all things Steve as Cameron Mackintosh's production of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Le…

William Finn, Tony Winner for 'Falsettos,' Is Dead at 73 by Michael Paulson

An acclaimed musical theater writer, he won for both his score and his book and later had a huge hit with "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee."

Tony Winner William Finn Has Died at 73 by Margaret Hall

The composer/lyricist was responsible for some of the most popular cult musicals of all time, including Falsettos, A New Brain, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

At James Earl Jones Memorial, Denzel Washington and Whoopi Goldberg Share Stories by Derrick Bryson Taylor

At a gathering in the Broadway theater renamed to honor the star, speakers including Denzel Washington and Phylicia Rashad described Jones as an inspiration.

Review Roundup: BOOP! THE MUSICAL Opens on Broadway

Betty's on Broadway! Animation icon Betty Boop leaps off of the screen and takes the stage live in living color in BOOP! The Musical, opening tonight at the Broadhurst Theatre. Read revie…

6 Songs From 'Just in Time' That Capture Bobby Darin's Legacy by Alan Light

The show's star, Jonathan Groff, and members of the creative team on how songs like "Splish Splash" and "If I Were a Carpenter" illuminate Darin's life.

Review Roundup: THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren

The first ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS, starring Grammy and Golden Globe Award nominee Nick Jonas and Tony Award winn…

John Lithgow, Lesley Manville, Imelda Staunton Among 2025 Olivier Awards Winners by Natalie Oganesyan

The 2025 Olivier Awards, held Sunday at London's Royal Albert Hall and hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter, saw big wins for actors like John Lithgow, Lesley Manville and Imelda Staun…

Olivier Awards 2025: 'Giant,' 'Fiddler on the Roof' Win by Alex Marshall

The play, about Roald Dahl's antisemitism, took home three awards at Britain's equivalent of the Tonys. So did a "Fiddler on the Roof" revival and a folk rock "Benjamin Button."

Breaking Baz: Cate Blanchett, Tom Burke And Emma Corrin Hoping To Land Their Soaring 'Seagull' In New York by Baz Bamigboye

EXCLUSIVE: The London Barbican Theatre's scintillating production of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, boasting an all-star ensemble led by Cate Blanchett, Tom Burke and Emma Corrin and …

13 Off Broadway Shows to Tempt You in April by Laura Collins-Hughes

New short plays by Caryl Churchill, a comedy with one erstwhile Derry Girl and a musical starring Anika Noni Rose " here's what's on New York stages this month.

Review Roundup: GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK Brings George Clooney To Broadway

Good Night, and Good Luck opens on Broadway starring Hollywood icon, George Clooney in his long-awaited Broadway debut in a new production directed by David Cromer. Read the reviews!

In 'The Picture of Dorian Gray,' Sarah Snook Goes Digital by Alexis Soloski

Sarah Snook, camera operators and other crew members bring to life multitudes on Broadway via an elaborate synthesis of live action, live video and recorded video.

Review Roundup: Starry GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Revival Opens On Broadway

The Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Glengarry Glen Ross returns in a starry new Broadway revival, opening tonight at the Palace Theatre! David Mamet's timeless exploration of the inter…

12 Plays and Musicals Across the U.S. to Brighten the Spring by Laura Collins-Hughes

On stages across the country, there is no shortage of adventurous work, including plays by Lauren Yee, Larissa FastHorse and Zora Howard.

My Friend's Show Was Kind of Terrible. What Do I Say When I See Them? by Michael Paulson

You can always consider telling the truth, but it may not be advisable in this case.

Scott Rudin, Producer Exiled for Bad Behavior, Plans Return to Broadway by Michael Paulson

Rudin stepped away from show business four years ago amid reports that he had bullied assistants. He says he has "a lot more self-control" now.

12 Plays and Musicals to Brighten the Spring by Laura Collins-Hughes

On stages across the country, there is no shortage of adventurous work, including plays by Lauren Yee, Larissa FastHorse and Zora Howard.

Review Roundup: Sarah Snook Stars In THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY On Broadway

Oscar Wilde's tale of beauty, excess, and a deal with the devil comes to Broadway in The Picture of Dorian Gray, starring Emmy Award-winner Sarah Snook. Check out what the critics had to …

At 50, the Wooster Group Is Experimenting on Itself by Ben Brantley

Elizabeth LeCompte and Kate Valk reflect on their decades of making daring theater together. Just don't call it a nostalgic exercise.

Kennedy Center Postpones Legally Blonde"But Not Because of Trump, They Say by Logan Culwell-Block

The cancellation is the latest to befall the Washington, D.C. venue.

Shubert Organization Names Jeff T. Daniel as President by Logan Culwell-Block

Previously the theatrical group's chief strategy officer, Daniel will serve alongside Chairman and CEO Robert E. Wankel.

George Clooney's 'Good Night, and Good Luck' Sets Broadway Box Office Record by Michael Paulson

"Good Night, and Good Luck" grossed $3.3 million last week, breaking a record that was set earlier this month by Denzel Washington's "Othello."