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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Grosses Analysis: Snow and cold slow Broadway’s steam by Jim McDermott

For the week ending Jan. 25, the 31 running productions grossed $29,950,531.

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Tuesday, January 27, 2026

‘Broadway Bares’ books 2026 return date at Hammerstein Ballroom by Jim McDermott

The annual benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is set to heat up New York during Pride Week.

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Broadway’s ‘The Outsiders’ recoups its investment by Jim McDermott

The production won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Musical.

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Little-known theater jobs: dance captain by Ruthie Fierberg

As “& Juliet”’s Romy Vuksan explains, being a dance captain is much more than just knowing choreography.

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Monday, January 26, 2026

‘Bug,’ starring Carrie Coon, extends on Broadway through March 8 by Jonah De Forest For Broadway.com

Written by Tracy Letts and directed by Tony David Cromer, “Bug” stars Carrie Coon as Agnes White, Namir Smallwood as Peter Evans, Randall Arney as Dr. Sweet, Jennifer Engstrom …

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‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ announces complete Broadway cast by Jonah De Forest For Broadway.com

Ken Ard, who was a member of the 1982 original Broadway cast of “Cats,” will be joining “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” as DJ Griddlebone.

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Ghost Light Global to lead industry trip to Edinburgh Fringe by Jim McDermott

Learn more about the event that aims to help theater professionals develop and support new work.

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Broadway Itinerary — Week of 1/26 by Broadway News

Broadway News has rounded up a few industry events for the week of January 26, so you never miss your cue.

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Tonys Awards announces 2026 ceremony date by Andy Lefkowitz

Venue, nominations date and broadcast details have also been revealed.

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6 incredible stories from the veteran workers of Broadway by Ruthie Fierberg

During Broadway Salutes 2026, Broadway News caught up with honorees who shared fascinating memories of dancing in “Cats,” designing “The Coast of Utopia,” fabricating prosthetics for…

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Sunday, January 25, 2026

Some Broadway shows cancel performances among New York City winter storm by Ruthie Fierberg

Most Broadway shows continued with performances on a snowy Jan. 25.

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Tony Award nominee Sky Lakota-Lynch to depart ‘The Outsiders’ by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor plays Johnny Cade in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical.

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Friday, January 23, 2026

‘The Lost Boys,’ a new musical announces full Broadway cast by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

“The Lost Boys” begins previews on March 27 ahead of opening night on April 26 at the Palace Theatre.

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 12, 2025: Call Me Izzy - Studio 54
Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
Nov 13, 2025: Oedipus - Studio 54
Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off