Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Concord Theatricals acquires licensing rights for ‘Liberation’ by Jim McDermott

Tony Award nominee Bess Wohl’s play finished its run on Broadway on Feb. 1.

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Madeline Brewer and Lauren Patten complete ‘Becky Shaw’ Broadway cast by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

The Second Stage Theater production will be directed by Trip Cullman.

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Noah Pacht, Caleb Mathura & more to star in ‘The Outsiders’ on Broadway by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

Original Broadway cast members Emma Pittman as Cherry Valance and Daryl Tofa as Two-Bit continue with the company.

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Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Ryan Gregory Thurman joins ‘Aladdin’ as Babkak by Jonah De Forest For Broadway.com

Michael Schimmele played his final performance as Babkak on February 1.

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Obie Award-winning 1/52 Project announces start of 2026 grant process by Jim McDermott

Applications are open for early-career designers.

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Olympic gold medalist Laurie Hernandez to make Broadway debut in ‘& Juliet’ by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

Hernandez will be part of the show’s ensemble, in the featured dance role of Charmion.

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Monday, February 2, 2026

Emmy Award winner Roberto Araujo tapped as senior producer of ‘THEATER: All the Moving Parts’ by Jim McDermott

Araujo will oversee the CUNY TV show starring fellow Emmy winner Patrick Pacheco.

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Michael Kostroff, Elizabeth Canavan & more complete ‘Dog Day Afternoon’ Broadway cast by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

Performances begin on March 10, with opening night set for March 30, 2026 at the August Wilson Theatre.

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Broadway Itinerary — Week of 2/2 by Broadway News

Broadway News has rounded up a few industry events for the week of February 2, so you never miss your cue.

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Multiple ‘Outsiders’ Broadway cast members set departure date by Ruthie Fierberg

Both original company members and replacements are set to leave the Tony Award-winning production in March.

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Sunday, February 1, 2026

‘Buena Vista Social Club’ album nabs 2026 Grammy Award by Ruthie Fierberg

Plus, more Broadway talent took home trophies in other Grammy Awards categories.

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Friday, January 30, 2026

Ellen Harvey, Blake Hammond, Carl Man & more to join Wicked on Broadway by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

Also joining the company, Oluchi Nwaokorie will make her Broadway debut as the new Elphaba standby.

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Eva Noblezada postpones return to ‘The Great Gatsby’ on Broadway by Broadway.com

Originally scheduled to step back into the role of Daisy Buchanan on February 5, Noblezada will now return on March 4, 2026. 

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How Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman got the gig to write ‘Hairspray’ by Ruthie Fierberg

In this exclusive excerpt from Shaiman’s 2026 memoir, “Never Mind the Happy,” the composer-lyricist reveals the songs that he and Wittman penned to get hired to write the musical’s T…

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Preparing your show to take on social trends in 2026 by Langley Hayman

Social trends are moving faster than ever — here’s how to make sure your show is ready to tackle them.

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Thursday, January 29, 2026

‘The Book of Mormon’ to celebrate 15 years of ringing doorbells on Broadway by Jim McDermott

The Tony Award-winning musical promises surprises and special events to recognize its milestone.

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‘Broadway Bets’ poker night will return in May by Jim McDermott

The HIV/AIDS fundraiser has also received a $1 million commitment from Tony Award-winning producer Thomas S. Perakos.

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‘Chicago’ to host post-show talkback with Whitney Leavitt by Jim McDermott

The event will be moderated by upcoming “SIX” cast member Dylan Mulvaney.

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Rachel Dratch, Juliette Lewis, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez & more to star in ‘The Rocky Horror Show’ on Broadway by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

The production, directed by Sam Pinkleton, begins previews at Studio 54 on March 26, 2026, and officially opens on April 23.

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Broadway Bridges program returns in New York City by Jim McDermott

Twenty Broadway shows will participate in the longstanding program that gives every 10th grader in the NYC public schools the chance to see a Broadway show.

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‘Broadway Backwards’ sets date for 20th anniversary benefit concert by Jim McDermott

The long-running fundraiser for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and the Center will take place in March.

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‘& Juliet’ and TDF partner to help New York City students and educators experience Broadway theater by Jim McDermott

The &Future education initiative will also offer free educational material for schools.

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‘Jersey Boys’ to kick off 20th anniversary tour by Jonah De Forest For Broadway.com

The tour will be staged by the original Broadway creative team, led by director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo.

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New Dramatists to honor Stephen Schwartz at 2026 luncheon by Jim McDermott

The organization’s annual spring luncheon will be held in May.

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​​Drama Desk Awards sets 2026 ceremony date by Jim McDermott

The awards ceremony has also announced its venue.

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Exclusive: New Broadway outdoor music festival announced for summer 2026 by Ruthie Fierberg

“The Festival” will feature the likes of performers Audra McDonald, Kelli O’Hara, Casey Likes and Joy Woods, as well as composers Jason Robert Brown, Tom Kitt and more.

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Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
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Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
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Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off