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Thursday, May 14, 2026 at noon (Broadway Time)

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Your Travalanche Daily Digest for May 14, 2026 by Trav S.D.

Today’s new Travalanche posts for May 14, 2026 are about two recently passed individuals, both of whom will be mourned by subsets of the comedy community: Kitty Bruce and John Barbour. Ear…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:05PM[SHARE]

CHESS and RAGTIME Casts, and More Will Perform at Chita Rivera Awards

Presenters and performances have been announced for the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards, which will take place on May 18 at 7:30pm at the NYU Skirball Center. Stage and screen icon Leslie Uggam…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:03PM[SHARE]

‘Is God Is’ Review: The Fires This Time by Lisa Kennedy

Kara Young and Mallori Johnson play twins bent on revenge in the playwright Aleshea Harris’s powerhouse film debut.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:00PM[SHARE]

Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara in ‘Fallen Angels,’ and More Theater to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The actresses both scored Tony nominations for their hilarious turns in Noël Coward’s 1925 farce. Also catch Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler in “The Last Five Years.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:00PM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 11am (Broadway Time)

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Montego Glover, Robert Sean Leonard, and Jean Lichty Will Lead AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER Off-Broadway

La Femme Theatre Productions has announced the cast of its upcoming production of Wendy Wasserstein’s play An American Daughter, beginning July 23 in advance of its opening on August 11, 2…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:26AM[SHARE]

Why Are There Only 3 Tony Nominees for Best Revival of a Musical? by Margaret Hall

While Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, and Cats were nominated, Chess and Mamma Mia! were left out. Why?

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:21AM[SHARE]

Watch Phillip Attmore Perform 'Top Hat, White Tie and Tails' From Upcoming PBS Top Hat Broadcast by Andrew Gans

The Irving Berlin musical will premiere May 15 as part of Great Performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:20AM[SHARE]

Exclusive Video: Watch 'Cheek to Cheek' From IRVING BERLIN'S TOP HAT on GREAT PERFORMANCES

Jerry Travers is in heaven in a new clip from Irving Berlin’s Top Hat, which BroadwayWorld can exclusively share ahead of its PBS debut. Captured on the West End, the clip sees the perform…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:17AM[SHARE]

Leni’s Many Faces by Brendan McCall

Contributor Brendan McCall on James Clements' play BEAUTY FREAK.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 11:15AM[SHARE]

Grammy Winner Ledisi Joins the Cast of Wanted, Opening on Broadway in the Fall by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| Ledisi joins Solea Pfeiffer and Liisi LaFontaine in the cast. ||Broadway|Angelica Chéri,Broadway,Chelsey Arce,Ledisi,Liisi LaFontaine,Ross Baum,Solea Pfeiffer,Stevie Walker-…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:07AM[SHARE]

How a Call From Denzel Washington Brought Debbie Allen Back to Broadway With Joe Turner’s Come and Gone by Sophia Rubino

Debbie Allen was at the Broadway opening night of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone in 1988. In 2026, she is directing the play's second revival. Allen sat down with The Broadway Show host Tamsen…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:05AM[SHARE]

R.I.P. John Barbour by Trav S.D.

Thanks, Eve Golden, for the intel that Canadian-American comedian and journalist John Barbour (b. 1933) has passed. Barbour was a close associate of the legendary George Schlatter, working w…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 11:05AM[SHARE]

11 people injured in Wicked theater escalator accident after child’s shoelace got stuck by Caitlin Hornik

The Gershwin Theatre has been home to ‘Wicked’ since it opened on Broadway in 2003

SOURCE: www.the-independent.com at 11:00AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10am (Broadway Time)

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BroadwayWorld Classifieds 5/14/2026; Jobs In HR, Education & More

Looking for a job in the theater? BroadwayWorld is here to help! Check out new job listings from the past week, ending 5/14/2026. To catch up on anything that you might have missed, visit o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:40AM[SHARE]

Jerome Begins Off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons May 14 by Logan Culwell-Block

Tyrone Mitchell Henderson and Stephen Spinella lead the new play about the opening of a middle-aged gay relationship.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:31AM[SHARE]

From Aaron Tveit to the Cast of Hamilton, Law & Order Loves to Employ Theatre Actors by Jonathan Strauss

As the beloved procedural turns 25, casting director Jonathan Strauss reveals his favorite theatre guest stars (and the Tony nominee he wants to cast in the series).

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:21AM[SHARE]

Chicago Original Broadway Cast Album Inducted Into National Recording Registry by Logan Culwell-Block

The legendary 1975 release features performances from Gwen Verdon, Chita Rivera, Jerry Orbach, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:14AM[SHARE]

Cassidy Janson Will Star in West End Return of Burlesque the Musical by Andrew Gans

Steve Antin's musical, based on the 2010 film of the same name, features songs by Christina Aguilera and Sia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:11AM[SHARE]

CHICAGO Original Broadway Cast Recording Joins National Recording Registry

Broadway’s original cast album of “Chicago” is among the selections joining the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2026. Acting Librarian of Congress Robert R. N…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:09AM[SHARE]

R.I.P. Kitty Bruce by Trav S.D.

This morning, I’m hearing from several friends who knew her that Kitty Bruce (Brandy Kathleen Bruce, b. 1955) has passed away. Apparently she went in to the hospital for a knee replacement…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:05AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 9am (Broadway Time)

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Main Street Players’ ‘Kevin and the River Flan’ Engages Hope and Humor To Deal with Darkness by Bill Hirschman

The title character in Brandon Urrutia’s intriguing play, Kevin and the River Flan from Main Street Players question his worth and whether to carry on. Thankfully, This isn’t a play that…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 09:55AM[SHARE]

Return To Band Camp As An Adult by Joe Patti

The Associated Press had a story about adults returning to the band camps of their youths. This is both literally the case with places like Interlochen Center for the Arts where people who a…

SOURCE: insidethearts.com at 09:50AM[SHARE]

See Bernadette Peters, Annaleigh Ashford, Ben Platt, Christopher Jackson, Patrick Wilson Serenade Stephen Colbert With Sondheim by Andrew Gans

The Broadway favorites recently performed "Putting It Together" on The Late Show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:44AM[SHARE]

Music Theatre International Wants to Bring Mental Health Literacy to Theatre Education by Logan Culwell-Block

The theatrical licensor is working with the Mental Health Literacy Collaborative on a new, free digital resource guide.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM[SHARE]

Tony Nominee Ali Louis Bourzgui On ‘The Lost Boys,’ David’s Queerness [VIDEO] by Frank J. Avella

Anyone who saw The Who’s Tommy performance from the 2024 Tony Awards, experienced just how mesmerizing and magnetic a performer Ali Louis Bourzgui was in the titular role. After that elect…

SOURCE: The Contending at 09:30AM[SHARE]

Montego Glover, Robert Sean Leonard, Jean Lichty Will Lead An American Daughter Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Sarna Lapine is directing the Wendy Wasserstein play for La Femme Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:29AM[SHARE]

Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera dream together again at Met Opera by Jeff Lunden

Gabriela Lena Frank's first opera, in its Met debut, sees late Mexican painter Frida Kahlo leaving the underworld on the Day of the Dead to be reunited with her husband and fellow artist Die…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:25AM[SHARE]

Inside the program that is training the Broadway crew of tomorrow by Ruthie Fierberg

The Theatrical Workforce Development Program from Roundabout Theatre Company, the Mayor’s office and IATSE celebrates its 10th year.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:19AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 8am (Broadway Time)

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Schmigadoon! Will Host Live Times Square Picnic Basket Auction for Broadway Cares by Logan Culwell-Block

The Best Musical nominee is going full Oklahoma! with this upcoming fundraiser.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:59AM[SHARE]

Nicholas Christopher On His First-Ever Tony Nomination For ‘Chess’, Bonding with Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit & More – On The Go With Deadline by Scottshilstone

Nicholas Christopher is having a career-defining moment. Fresh off his first-ever Tony nomination for Chess, the Broadway standout reflected on the long road that led to this milestone and w…

SOURCE: Deadline at 08:52AM[SHARE]

‘There was a lot of addiction and trauma in my family’: why Drag Race winner Jinkx Monsoon plays a perfect Judy Garland by Emma Brockes

As she takes on the icon in musical drama End of the Rainbow, Monsoon recalls a childhood spent watching Wizard of Oz on repeat – and explains why audiences are ready for trans performers…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:50AM[SHARE]

Fit for a king: Ian McKellen to play Lear at newly rebuilt Yard theatre in east London by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

Role marks a major return for the actor after falling off the stage in 2024 and is a coup for the forward-thinking theatreIan McKellen is to play King Lear in his first major theatrical role…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:50AM[SHARE]

Sherlock Holmes review – the game is afoot, a stone’s throw from Baker Street by Mark Lawson

Regent’s Park Open Air theatre, LondonThe detective and his sidekick return for a new case by Joel Horwood in an alfresco setting that playfully refers to nearby attractionsOutdoor drama i…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:50AM[SHARE]

Poll: Favorite Broadway Showstopper of 2026? by Jonathan Mandell

Take the poll below to choose your favorite Broadway Showstopper of the Broadway 2025-2026 season. This is a category created for the Dorian Theater Awards, which just announced the nominati…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 08:24AM[SHARE]

MTI Launches Free Resource for Mental Health Literacy in Theater

Theatrical licensing company Music Theatre International (MTI) has just announced a collaboration with the Mental Health Literacy Collaborative (MHLC), an organization whose vision is for al…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:15AM[SHARE]

The Music Is Memorable in “Always … Patsy Cline,” the Framing Story Not So Much by Hugh Iglarsh

Liz Chidester gives a terrific star turn as the country music legend, but the American Blues Theater production of this warhorse jukebox musical keeps us at arm’s length from Patsy as a pe…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM[SHARE]

21 Practical Tips for New Artistic Directors by American Theatre Editors

Leadership advice from the producing artsitic director of Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:00AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7am (Broadway Time)

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Video: Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson, Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt and Patrick Wilson Perform 'Putting It Together'

Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson, Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt and Patrick Wilson gathered on a recent episode of The Late Show for a special performance, celebrating Stephen Sondheim.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:54AM[SHARE]

Escalator Malfunction at the Gershwin Theatre Leaves 12 People Injured

Eleven children and one adult were injured Wednesday evening following an escalator malfunction at the Gershwin Theatre, CBS News reports. The theatre, located at 222 West 51st St., has been…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:49AM[SHARE]

The Yard Theatre announces opening season in new Hackney Wick venue with Ian McKellen, Mrs Dalloway and more by Staff Writer

The Yard Theatre has announced its first full season in its newly rebuilt Hackney Wick venue The post The Yard Theatre announces opening season in new Hackney Wick venue with Ian McKellen, M…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:32AM[SHARE]

Production images released for CARE at the Young Vic by Staff Writer

Production images have been released for CARE, the new play written and directed by Alexander Zeldin, now in previews at the Young Vic Theatre The post Production images released for CARE at…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:15AM[SHARE]

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang casting announced as Watermill Theatre releases rehearsal images by Staff Writer

The Watermill Theatre has released rehearsal images and announced full casting for its summer production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang The post Chitty Chitty Bang Bang casting announced as Wate…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:13AM[SHARE]

Dance Umbrella announces opening show for 2026 festival with THE HERD/LESS by Staff Writer

Dance Umbrella has announced that Mamela Nyamza’s THE HERD/LESS will open the 2026 festival, with performances at Sadler’s Wells East The post Dance Umbrella announces opening show for 2…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:08AM[SHARE]

BalletBoyz: Six Lethargies to premiere at Sadler’s Wells in company’s 25th anniversary year by Staff Writer

BalletBoyz will return to Sadler’s Wells Theatre this autumn with the world premiere of Six Lethargies, a major new production marking the company’s 25th anniversary The post BalletBoyz:…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:07AM[SHARE]

Singin’ in the Rain to play Christmas season at Sheffield Theatres by Staff Writer

The Chichester Festival Theatre and Stage Entertainment production of Singin’ in the Rain will play a Christmas season at Sheffield Theatres’ Crucible The post Singin’ in the Rain to p…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:06AM[SHARE]

Jeeves Takes Charge returns to London for limited Charing Cross Theatre run by Staff Writer

The Olivier Award-winning Jeeves Takes Charge will return to London this summer for a strictly limited run at Charing Cross Theatre The post Jeeves Takes Charge returns to London for limited…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:04AM[SHARE]

Acosta Danza: Cuban Baroque to premiere in York ahead of UK tour by Staff Writer

Acosta Danza has announced a new UK tour of Cuban Baroque, a double bill blending Baroque influences with contemporary Cuban dance The post Acosta Danza: Cuban Baroque to premiere in York ah…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:03AM[SHARE]

Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden to star in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time UK tour by Staff Writer

Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden will lead the cast of a new UK tour of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, opening at Birmingham Rep The post Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden t…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:03AM[SHARE]

Jesus Christ Superstar extends West End run with Theatre Royal Drury Lane season announced by Staff Writer

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar will extend its West End run with a 12-week season at Theatre Royal Drury Lane The post Jesus Christ Superstar extends West End ru…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 07:03AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6am (Broadway Time)

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Photos: Mandy Gonzalez, Jaci Calderon, and More in BASURA at Alliance Theatre

Rehearsals are underway for the world premiere production of BASURA, a new musical with original music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, premiering at Alliance Theatre in Atlan…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:57AM[SHARE]

On the Couch with Martin Hansen

The post On the Couch with Martin Hansen appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 06:03AM[SHARE]

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 14, 2026- OH, MARY! To Welcome Meg Stalter and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 14, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: NEW - BWW For You, Personalized …

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Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5am (Broadway Time)

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How the Stars of 6 Tony-Nominated Broadway Shows Get Into Character by Michael Paulson, George Etheredge, Amir Hamja and Vincent Tullo

For Nathan Lane, Taraji P. Henson, Daniel Radcliffe and other actors, it can take wigs, group hugs or banishing ghosts to make the transformation.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:20AM[SHARE]

Beyoncé and Taylor Swift Join National Recording Registry by Derrick Bryson Taylor

The collection at the Library of Congress also added works by Weezer and Vince Gill, and a radio broadcast of a fight between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:20AM[SHARE]

Theatre Passe Muraille’s “Through the Eyes of God” and Crow’s Theatre win big at the 2026 Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: And the Winners of the Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards Are… By Ross One of the great pleasures of being part of Toronto’s theatre community is witnessing how …

SOURCE: front mezz junkies at 05:00AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4am (Broadway Time)

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Colin Ryan and Xander Pang Will Lead Death Note: The Musical at London's Barbican by Andrew Gans

Stephen Whitson will direct the Frank Wildhorn musical based on the Japanese manga series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:59AM[SHARE]

Sweet Charity comes to Chapel Off Chapel this June

The post Sweet Charity comes to Chapel Off Chapel this June appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 04:50AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2am (Broadway Time)

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Michael Paynter: Great Australian Songbook Tour 2026

The post Michael Paynter: Great Australian Songbook Tour 2026 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 02:39AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1am (Broadway Time)

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Gabrielle Cavassa’s Birdland Residency Was Quite the Eye and Ear Opener by Andrew Poretz

By Andrew Poretz . . . Gabrielle Cavassa is an intriguing young singer with a unique style and repertoire. Though formally trained, she is largely self-taught, and her blend of traditional j…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 01:40AM[SHARE]

The Happiest Man on Earth

The post The Happiest Man on Earth appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 01:29AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at midnight (Broadway Time)

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Theatre Review: ‘The Great Gatsby – A New Musical’ at The National Theatre by Jennifer Georgia

“The Great Gatsby – A New Musical,” now at The National Theatre on the DC leg of its tour, is as sumptuous, slick, and larger-than-life as the myth the title character builds about him…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:32AM[SHARE]

Off Broadway Theatre News: CSC, Girl Interrupted, Beau The Musical, Mint Theatre, Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody and Andromeda’s Si by Suzanna Bowling

Steven Pasquale, Conrad Ricamora, Tala Ashe, and so many more featured in Classic Stage Company’s 2026-27 season The Off-Broadway theatre company will present three productions between Oct…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:04AM[SHARE]

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