Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Mamma Mia!, The Lion King Set House Records, and More From Last Week's Broadway Grosses by Logan Culwell-Block

The Main Stem saw another banner winter holiday week at the box office.

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See Production Photos From Broadway's Bug, Starring Carrie Coon and Namir Smallwood by Logan Culwell-Block

David Cromer is at the helm of the Manhattan Theatre Club production.

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Sierra Boggess, Jason Gotay, Gizel Jiménez, More Will Lead Ink & Paint Musical Reading by Andrew Gans

Liz Carlson will direct the new musical spotlighting the untold story of the women behind Disney’s golden age of animation.

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Drama League Associate Artistic Director Nilan Has Died by Margaret Hall

Nilan was an award-winning writer, director, actor, producer, educator, and arts leader whose work centered on intersectionality, queer life, and the multiplicity of human experience.

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New Blake Allen-Will Nunziata Opera The Waves Sets NYC Presentation by Natan Zamansky

Selections from the opera based on Virginia Woolf's novel will be presented in February.

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Photos: Sheridan Smith, Romesh Ranganathan Star in Woman in Mind in London's West End by Logan Culwell-Block

The Alan Ayckbourn comedy is at Duke of York's Theatre through February 28.

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Go Inside Rehearsals for Mrs. President, Starring Keala Settle by Andrew Gans

The Broadway favorite will be seen as Mary Todd Lincoln at London's Charing Cross Theatre.

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Chez Joey Finds Full Casting at Arena Stage by Logan Culwell-Block

The D.C. company is putting a new spin on Rodgers and Hart's Pal Joey beginning January 30.

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How to Get $15 Tickets to The Book of Mormon on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical is currently celebrating its 15th anniversary at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.

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Angie Schworer, Marcus M. Martin, More Cast in Prairie Park Industry Reading by Andrew Gans

Stephen Santa will direct T.J. Pieffer's new play.

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Get a 1st Look at Hugh Jackman, Jodie Comer in The Death of Robin Hood Film by Margaret Hall

The Tony winners have teamed up with writer-director Michael Sarnoski bring a new, modern take on the classic legend to the screen.

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Watch Matthew Morrison Revisit Songs From Finding Neverland and Hairspray at 54 Below by Andrew Gans

The Glee star is currently offering Rhythms & Revelations through January 8.

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Julie Benko Joins Ragtime Broadway Revival January 6 by Margaret Hall

Benko will play the role of Emma Goldman for three months.

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5 Reasons to See The Book of Mormon on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

The creators of South Park have been keeping Broadway audiences in stitches for 15 years with this Tony-winning musical.

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Monday, January 5, 2026

Watch: Lawrence Performs 'Whatcha Want' in Broadway's All Out by Logan Culwell-Block

The starry new Simon Rich compendium is currently running at the Nederlander Theatre.

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Watch Complete Opening Number From 2025 Red Bucket Follies by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Chris Dimond and Michael Kooman penned the opening, featuring James T. Lane, Jenna Bainbridge, Antwayn Hopper, Jermaine Miles, and Rachelle Rak.

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Anthony Rapp and Adam Pascal Set Summer Return to 54 Below by Andrew Gans

The original Rent stars are also playing four sold-out shows at the Manhattan venue January 10-13.

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KPop Demon Hunters Songwriter Says the Film Would Be an ‘Amazing’ Stage Musical by Mark Sonnenblick, Diep Tran

Mark Sonnenblick breaks down every song he co-wrote for the Netflix movie musical, for the fans.

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The 'Punk Rock' Return of Carrie Coon by Dylan Parent

HBO’s fan favorite returns to the Broadway stage in Bug by her husband, playwright Tracy Letts.

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Actor Bret Hanna-Shuford Has Died at 46 by Margaret Hall

With half a dozen Broadway credits under his belt, Mr. Hanna-Shuford was one half of the social media duo Broadway Husbands.

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Derek Klena Trades Footlights for Stadium Lights With the Savannah Bananas by Logan Culwell-Block

The Broadway favorite has signed with the singing-and-dancing baseball team for all of their 2026 games.

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Watch Alex Newell and Rachel Webb Belt Out 'Everlasting Love' at 2025 Broadway Dreams Gala by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

The evening honored Tony-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell.

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See Who's Joining Nathan Lane, Laurie Metcalf in Broadway Death of a Salesman by Logan Culwell-Block

Joe Mantello will direct the Scott Rudin-produced revival.

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Porgy, Puritani, Pinafore, and More: What's Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Find out what’s happening in the opera, concert, and dance scene this week.

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Lucie Jones Sets Return to London Les Misérables by Andrew Gans

Cameron Mackintosh's hit production continues at the Sondheim Theatre.

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Sunday, January 4, 2026

Broadway Bids Adieu to Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter-Led Waiting for Godot January 4 by Logan Culwell-Block

Jamie Lloyd directed the Samuel Beckett classic, a reunion for the Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure stars.

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Broadway Bids Adieu to Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter-Led Waiting for Godot December 4 by Logan Culwell-Block

Jamie Lloyd directed the Samuel Beckett classic, a reunion for the Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure stars.

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Saturday, January 3, 2026

5 Broadway Shows to See in the New Year and Get Your 2026 Started Off Right by Logan Culwell-Block

Your first Broadway ticket-buying decision sets the tone for the year ahead, so we’re helping you choose wisely.

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Beetlejuice the Musical Completes Its Third Broadway Run January 3 by Margaret Hall

The production returned to the Main Stem via its first national tour, which is closing after a three-year, 88-city run.

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Friday, January 2, 2026

Watch: All the Laughs and Lewks on Playbill's Getting Ready! by Dylan Parent

These are the moments we can't stop thinking about from the fabulous first season of the interview series.

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Playbill's Favorite Red Carpet Looks From 2025 by Margaret Hall

The trend of the year was authenticity: artists dressed their best, rather than chasing the microtrends that otherwise dominated the fashion ecosystem offstage.

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