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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

André De Shields — CATS: The Jellicle Ball

by bwaySHO

See the New Broadway and Off-Broadway Playbill Covers for Spring 2026

by Meg Masseron

Check out new and official artwork for The Fear of 13, Fallen Angels, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, and more.

Monday, February 16, 2026

André De Shields and Junior LaBeija Team Up for ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’

by Elisabeth Vincentelli and Marcus Maddox

Fifty years ago, Junior LaBeija couldn’t afford to see André De Shields in “The Wiz.” Now, they’re starring together in a reimagining of “Cats.”

Friday, February 6, 2026

Celebrating Black History Month: André De Shields Honors W.E.B. Du Bois

by Broadway.com

In honor of Black History Month, André De Shields, who returns to Broadway this spring as Old Deuteronomy in CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL, speaks about the legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois as well as the symbolic importanc…

Celebrating Black History Month: André De Shields Honors W.E.B. Du Bois

by Jonah De Forest

In honor of Black History Month, Broadway.com is celebrating some of the theater industry’s most influential Black artists. We invited actors who are currently (or soon-to-be) on Broadway to tell us about th…

Director Bill Rauch Honored With Harvard Arts Medal

by Logan Culwell-Block

The Harvard alum is back on Broadway this season with Cats: The Jellicle Ball, co-directed with Zhailon Levingston.

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

This Week on The Broadway Show: The Stars of Chess, Stranger Things: The First Shadow's Alison Jaye & More

by Jamie Kravitz

Calling all theater kids! Consider this week's episode of The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal our Super Bowl. Read on for the starting lineup, including a halftime show-worthy live performance and plenty of sta…

Second Annual Love, NYC Dramaturgs Celebration

By . Featuring panels with Ira Weitzman (Lincoln Center Theater, Playwrights Horizons) as well as Cooper Howell (CATS: The Jellicle Ball) and Jonathan Kalb (Theatre for a New Audience) and performances

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Carrie Coon and June Squibb are formidable Tony contenders for ‘Bug’ and ‘Marjorie Prime’

by David Buchanan

Plus, we preview the spring season on Broadway including Death of a Salesman, CATS: The Jellicle Ball and The Rocky Horror Show.

Thursday, January 29, 2026

The Outer Critics Circle Announces Dates and Eligibility Deadlines for 2026 Awards Ceremony

by Jonah De Forest

The 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards, celebrating the 2025-26 Broadway and off-Broadway season of theater, will be held on May 21. Nominations will be announced during the afternoon of April 21. Winners will be…

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Broadway Bridges Back for 2026, Bringing $10 Broadway Tickets to NYC Sophomores

by Logan Culwell-Block

Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Maybe Happy Ending, Ragtime, and more are participating in the Broadway League program.

THE OUTSIDERS, CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL and More to Take Part in Broadway Bridges Spring 2026

Broadway Bridges is resuming with 20 shows participating in the 2026 spring cycle. Broadway Bridges is The Broadway League Foundation’s initiative that seeks to offer every New York City public high school st…

Monday, January 26, 2026

‘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.

10s Across the Board! Cats: The Jellicle Ball Announces Complete Broadway Cast

by Jonah De Forest

The Ballroom-inspired reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s feline fantasia has announced its complete Broadway cast. Ken Ard, who was a member of the 1982 original Broadway cast of Cats, will be joining Cats:…

Cats: The Jellicle Ball Finds Its Full Broadway Cast of Kittens

by Logan Culwell-Block

Leiomy Maldonado, Sherrod T. Brown, Bryson Battle, and more have joined the Ballroom-inspired reimagining of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.

Full Cast Set For Broadway Transfer of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL

Complete casting has been announced for CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) coming to Broadway this Spring. The newly announced “Jellicles” include Ken Ard (1982 CA…

Leiomy, Ken Ard and Bryson Battle Complete Broadway Cast of ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’

by Caitlin Huston

Leiomy, will take on the leading role of Macavity, while Ken Ard, who played the role in the 1982 production, will return to the show as a new character.

Last Week on Broadway: Monday, Jan. 26, 2026

by Matt Tamanini

Jeremy Jordan to replace Groff, ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ reveals seating, tons of star-studded show and casting news Every week, Matt Tamanini will bring you the biggest news from across the theatrical lan…

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Photos: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Arrives at the Broadhurst Theatre

The jellicles are coming! CATS: The Jellicle Ball will begin Broadway previews at the Broadhurst Theatre on Wednesday, March 18 ahead of a Tuesday, April 7 opening night. It is directed by OBIE Award winners Zh…

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Hot Tickets of the Week: CHICAGO, HELL'S KITCHEN & More

Ready to see your next Broadway show? Of course you are! Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week. Check out the shows we recommend that yo…

Odds and Ends: Cats: The Jellicle Ball Rolls Out Runway Seating, Magic Mike Live Heats up NYC & More

by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. Bring It to the Runway When Cats: The Jellicle Ball announced its Broadway transfer to the Broadhurst Theatre, many wondered how the immersive staging …

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Cats: The Jellicle Ball Unveils Broadway Theatre Configuration

by Logan Culwell-Block

Find out how these cats will strut their stuff on the Main Stem.

CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Releases 'Runway Seating'

Exclusive “Runway Seating” at the Broadhurst Theatre are on sale now for the new Broadway production of CATS: The Jellicle Ball. Runway Seating brings audiences onto the stage of the Broadhurst Theatre to b…

Monday, January 12, 2026

What’s behind this new kind of Broadway video advertising

by Ruthie Fierberg

From “Stereophonic” to “Cats: The Jellicle Ball,” video marketing has moved away from b-roll and towards the atmospheric. Marketer Steven Tartick, producer Greg Nobile and creative director Cameron Scze…

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

The rise of the Broadway curtain-call megamix

by Ashley Lee

From “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” to the upcoming “Cats: The Jellicle Ball,” directors, choreographers and marketers weigh in on the advent, evolution and usage of the musical megamix …

Friday, January 2, 2026

Broadway Games: On Broadway 2026 (So Far...)

by JK

Happy New Year, Broadway fans! As of January 1, 2026, there are 15 shows scheduled to open in the remainder of the 2025-2026 season. How much do you know about these shows? That's what today's game is all about…

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Full Cast Set for Joriah Kwamé's LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere

Olney Theatre Center will presentthe world premiere of Little Miss Perfect, a new musical, on the Roberts Mainstage February 8 - March 8, 2026, in association with Straighten Your Crown Productions. Leanne Anto…

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Hear From Louis McCartney, André De Shields and More on The Broadway Show

by Broadway.com

It’s The Broadway Show, the only nationally syndicated weekly theater television series. The program features Broadway’s biggest stars, exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes access both on and off the …

Thursday, November 20, 2025

TDF's Graduation Gift to Partner with CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL

TDF is offering free one-year TDF Memberships to all graduating seniors from NYC public and charter high schools for the third year in a row. A TDF Membership provides access to the performing arts in New York …

TDF’s ‘Graduation Gift’ program returns for third year, partnering with ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’

by Andy Lefkowitz

Each student who signs up can enter for the chance to see the upcoming Broadway production of “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” on Broadway.

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Photos: Biko Eisen-Martin, Gail Bean and More in TABLE 17 at Geffen Playhouse

Table 17, written by Douglas Lyons and directed Zhalion Levingston is now playing at Geffen Playhouse. Get a first look at production photos here! If your ex called, would you answer? Jada and Dallas were once …

Monday, November 3, 2025

Norm Lewis and Michael Urie to Reunite for CHICKEN & BISCUITS Benefit Reading

Queens Theatre (QT) will present a one-night-only staged reading of Douglas Lyons' Broadway comedy Chicken & Biscuits on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM, starring Tony Award nominee Norm Lewis (The Ph…

Broadway Pop Quiz: 2025 Debuts

by JK

Every Broadway season features exciting Broadway debuts - exciting for the actors who are reaching a pinnacle in their careers, and exciting for audiences who are getting to see history in the making! Today's p…

Friday, October 24, 2025

KO, Katerina McCrimmon and More to Star in AZUL The Musical - Work In Progress Presentation

A work in progress presentation of Azul The Musical will be produced by Prospect musicals, and be performed in residence at Baruch College. The cast features an acclaimed lineup of stage talent, including Tony …

Friday, October 17, 2025

Get Your Paws on Them! Tickets Now on Sale for Cats: The Jellicle Ball

by Beth Stevens

Tickets are now on sale for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, the drag and ball culture-inspired reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical. The show will play Broadway’s Broadhurst Theatre with previews b…

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

“Cats: The Jellicle Ball” Returns to Broadway — the Invitation You Can’t Refuse

by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: Cats: The Jellicle Ball Returns to Broadway Get ready, jaded theatre lovers — Cats: The Jellicle Ball is making its way to Broadway, and yes, I’m both excited, but a tad nervous ab…

Friday, October 10, 2025

Today on Broadway: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025

by Matt Tamanini

‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ announces Broadway plans, Jeremy Jordan to return to ‘Great Gatsby,’ Kandi Burress to join ‘& Juliet’ Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and only da…

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Cats: The Jellicle Ball Sets Broadway Run for 2026

by Ben Thomas

Cats: The Jellicle Ball is officially heading to Broadway in 2026. After a sold-out, critically acclaimed run Off-Broadway, the reimagined revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical will begin previews …

‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ to play the Broadhurst Theatre this spring

by Beth Stevens For Broadway.com

Previews will begin on March 18, 2026 with opening night set for April 7.

The Category Is Broadway for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Now Officially Coming to the Main Stem in 2026

by Logan Culwell-Block

The hit Off-Broadway reimagining of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical will come to the Broadhurst next year.

The Category Is Broadway: Cats: The Jellicle Ball to Play the Broadhurst Theatre This Spring

by Beth Stevens

Cats: The Jellicle Ball, the drag and ball culture-inspired take on the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, will play Broadway’s Broadhurst Theatre in the spring. Previews will begin on March 18, 2026. The productio…

‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ Will Come To Broadway In March 2026

by Greg Evans

Last season’s acclaimed Off Broadway hit Cats: The Jellicle Ball is coming to Broadway: The reimagined take on Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic Cats begins previews at the Broadhurst Theatre on Wednesday, Marc…

Cats: The Jellicle Ball Announces Broadway Transfer; André De Shields and More Returning

‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ Will Come to Broadway This Spring

by Caitlin Huston

The musical reimagines 'Cats' as a drag ballroom competition.

CATS: The Jellicle Ball 

CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Confirmed to Return to the Stage

In a recent Instagram post, The Shubert Organization confirmed the return of CATS: The Jellicle Ball! They wrote, "Get ready, kittens. We’ve got your invite to all things CATS: The Jellicle Ball. Andrew Lloyd…

Monday, October 6, 2025

CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Confirmed to Return to the Stage

The Shubert Organization took to Instagram today to confirm the return of CATS: The Jellicle Ball! The organization shared: "Get ready, kittens. We’ve got your invite to all things CATS: The Jellicle Ball. An…

Thursday, August 14, 2025

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s production company rebrands; “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” will open on Broadway

by Michael Abourizk

The company formerly known as the Really Useful Group is now called LW Entertainment.

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

are Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jamie Lloyd fighting?! | updates on Cats, Evita, The Illusionist & more

by MickeyJoTheatre

Join my channel to gain access to exclusive content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDQi6IkbVa2SJok8fUZOpKw/join • OHMYGOD HEY! In an interview with Variety, Andrew Lloyd Webber has shared insights into…

Cats: The Jellicle Ball Is Coming to Broadway in Spring 2026

by Darryn King

Cats: The Jellicle Ball, the drag and ball culture-inspired take on the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical that played downtown last year, is coming to Broadway in spring 2026. The venue and cast is yet to be announc…

CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Will Open on Broadway in 2026

Cats: The Jellicle Ball will open on Broadway in 2026. The exciting news was reported alongside details of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Really Useful Group's rebrand as LW Entertainment, and its reveal of the comp…

Andrew Lloyd Webber Teases Possible Arena Tour For Hollywood Bowl ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’; Confirms Broadway 2026 Transfer Of ‘Cats: The Jellic

by Greg Evans

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group today announced a name-change – as expected it’s now LW Entertainment – and a line-up of projects, confirming a Spring 2026 Broadway transfer of the Off Broadwa…

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN and CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Lead 2025 Dorian Theater Awards

John Proctor is the Villain and Cats: The Jellicle Ball received top honors in the group's third annual Dorian Theater Awards. Both productions won three awards each, making them the most awarded shows of the y…

‘John Proctor Is the Villain’ leads winners of Dorian Theater Awards

by Michael Abourizk

“Cats: The Jellicle Ball” was the most awarded in the Off-Broadway categories.

‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ & ‘John Proctor is the Villain’ Take Top Honors at GALECA’s Third Annual Dorian Theater Awards

by Joey Moser

New York, N.Y. (June 3, 2025): GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics’ kicked off Pride Month by giving John Proctor is the Villain and Cats: The Jellicle Ball top honors in the group’s thi…

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Photos: Inside the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Ceremony

Earlier this month, The Outer Critics Circle announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. The awards ceremony was held on Thursday, Ma…

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Andre De Shields Acceptance Speech and Song

by NewYorkTheater

André De Shields accepts his award from the Outer Critics Circle for Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical for Cats: The Jellicle Ball

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Smash Star Robyn Hurder, Gypsy's Kevin Csolak and Buena Vista Social Club Honored at the 2025 Chita Rivera Awards

by Darryn King

The Chita Rivera Awards, recognizing outstanding choreography and dance in theater and film, had its 2025 ceremony on May 19 at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. Buena Vista Social Club picked …

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

DEATH BECOMES HER & CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Lead Dorian Theater Award Nominations

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has revealed the nominations for its third annual Dorian Theater Awards, honoring outstanding achievements across Broadway and Off-Broadway during the 2024-202…

Monday, May 12, 2025

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, and More Take Home Outer Critics Circle Awards; Full List!

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. The big winners included Maybe Happy Ending, John Proctor is…

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Purpose Named Best Play, Maybe Happy Ending Named Best Musical by New York Drama Critics’ Circle

by Darryn King

The New York Drama Critics' Circle has named Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ family drama Purpose Best Play of the 2024-25 season. The announcement took place on May 5, the same day the play was awarded the Pulitzer…

The New York Drama Critics’ Awards Goes To…

by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: The 2025 NEW YORK DRAMA CRITICS’ CIRCLE names their recipients. PURPOSE – BEST PLAY 2024-25 MAYBE HAPPY ENDING – NAMED BEST MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AWARDS TO ANDREW SCOTT FOR VANYA…

Monday, May 5, 2025

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and PURPOSE Take Top Prizes At New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards

The New York Drama Critics' Circle has named Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’s Purpose Best Play of the 2024-25 season. The award for Best Musical went to Maybe Happy Ending, book by Will Aronson and Hue Park, music b…

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Wonderful Town (New York City Center Encores!)

by Tony Marinelli

Fast-forward to 2025, and City Center has once again turned to this dependable crowd-pleaser, reportedly as a last-minute substitute for Michael John LaChiusa’s "The Wild Party." The choice makes logistical s…

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Celebrating the OCC's 75th Anniversary— and Its Nominees for the 2024-2025 Season

by Jan Simpson

The 2024-2025 theater season ends on Sunday with the dual openings of the musicals Dead Outlaw and Real Women Have Curves. And I’m exhausted. But it’s the kind of good exhaustion that comes from doing some…

Friday, April 25, 2025

Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending and BOOP! Lead 2025 Outer Critics Circle Nominations

by Hayley Levitt

Nominations have been announced for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards. Death Becomes Her leads the pack with 12 nominations, followed by Maybe Happy Ending with nine, BOOP! The Musical with eight, and�…

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, April 1, 2025

by Matt Tamanini

‘Pirates’ Extends on Broadway, ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ Teases Return, See Hurder Sing ‘Let Me Be Your Star’ from ‘Smash’ Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and only daily p…

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Cats: The Jellicle Ball

by TotalTheater

off-Broadway – Perelman Performing Arts Center: 251 Fulton Street June 20-Aug. 11, 2024 Musical Book: Andrew Lloyd Webber and Trevor Nunn adapting T.S. Eliot. Music: Andrew Lloyd Webber Director: Zhailon Levi…

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