Critic's Notebook: Why 'Hamilton' Counts as a Legitimate Game Changer by David Rooney

Unlike other recent blockbusters that soared on laughs, spectacle or expert pastiche, Lin-Manuel Miranda's revolutionary bio-musical is both a cultural phenomenon and an instant milestone in…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 9:00am on August 31, 2015☆⚑

Kyle Jean-Baptiste, History-Making 'Les Miserables' Actor, Dies at 21 by Natalie Stone

The Broadway newcomer died from falling off his mother's fire escape.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 3:37pm on August 29, 2015☆⚑

'Amelie' Musical Star Previews Show's "Fantasy Feel" and "Vocal Fireworks" (Q&A) by Ashley Lee

"It seemed to me like something that would translate perfectly into a musical because of her moments of fantasy," Samantha Barks tells THR. "If you completely loved the film, you're going to…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 1:30pm on August 29, 2015☆⚑

'Whorl Inside a Loop': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Broadway actress Sherie Rene Scott stars in her play co-written with Dick Scanlan, based on her experience working with prison inmates on a theatrical project.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 8:00pm on August 27, 2015☆⚑

'Mrs. Henderson Presents': Theater Review by Stephen Dalton

A new stage musical based on the Judi Dench movie about an infamous London theater impresario who shocked the British establishment with full frontal nudity.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 6:59pm on August 26, 2015☆⚑

'On the Town': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Misty Copeland makes her Broadway debut in the Tony-nominated revival of the classic Leonard Bernstein, Betty Comden and Adolph Green musical. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 1:47pm on August 26, 2015☆⚑

Watch Jennifer Hudson Belt Out 'The Color Purple' Song Ahead of Broadway Debut by Ashley Lee

The singer-actress sings a new version of the title song alongside co-star Cynthia Erivo.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:31am on August 26, 2015☆⚑

Broadway Hit 'An Act of God' Commands L.A. Run With Sean Hayes by Ashley Lee

The irreverent comedy from former 'Daily Show' head writer David Javerbaum starred Jim Parsons during its Broadway summer premiere.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:01am on August 26, 2015☆⚑

'Hamlet': Theater Review by Leslie Felperin

Benedict Cumberbatch stars as the Danish prince in director Lyndsey Turner's modern-dress staging at London's Barbican Theatre.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 6:00pm on August 25, 2015☆⚑

Kevin Bacon to Star in Stage Version of 'Rear Window' by David Rooney

Playwright Keith Reddin has adapted the Alfred Hitchcock classic, which will be directed by Tony winner Darko Tresnjak.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:01am on August 25, 2015☆⚑

Hugh Jackman to Tour Australia with 'Back To Broadway' by Pip Bulbeck

'Broadway To Oz' will be based on Jackman's 2011 sellout show.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 1:05am on August 24, 2015☆⚑

Forest Whitaker Sets Broadway Debut in 'Hughie' by David Rooney

The Oscar-winning veteran will star in the spring in Michael Grandage's production of the Eugene O'Neill two-hander.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:01am on August 24, 2015☆⚑

'Mercury Fur': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Philip Ridley's controversial dystopian drama about a party in which a young boy is offered as a sacrifice is given its off-Broadway premiere by The New Group.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 9:00pm on August 19, 2015☆⚑

Cirque du Soleil to Debut Its First Broadway Show by Ashley Lee

'Paramour,' which will begin performances at the Lyric Theatre in April, follows a beautiful young poet forced to choose between love and art.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00am on August 19, 2015☆⚑

'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' Bids Farewell to Broadway by David Rooney

After hosting a string of star headliners in its year-and-a-half run, the Tony-winning musical revival will play its final performance on Sept. 13.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 8:51pm on August 18, 2015☆⚑

From 'James White' to 'John,' How Christopher Abbott Quietly Catches "Lightning In a Bottle" (Q&A) by Ashley Lee

Amidst two buzzy projects -- a hit Sundance drama and the latest Annie Baker-Sam Gold play -- the 'Girls' alum speaks with THR about staying hungry in Hollywood: "If you're in it for the rig…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 8:00am on August 14, 2015☆⚑

It's Official: 'Waitress' Musical to Serve Broadway in Spring 2016 by Ashley Lee

Sara Bareilles makes her musical-theater debut as composer on the project.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 2:46pm on August 13, 2015☆⚑

Radiohead's Thom Yorke to Compose for Broadway's 'Old Times' by Ashley Lee

Clive Owen will make his Broadway debut in the revival of Harold Pinter's unsettling stage drama.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 9:00am on August 12, 2015☆⚑

'John': Theater Review by Jesse Oxfeld

Christopher Abbott, Georgia Engel and Lois Smith star in this contemplative new work by Annie Baker, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright behind 'The Flick.'read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 9:00pm on August 11, 2015☆⚑

'Cymbeline': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Lily Rabe, Hamish Linklater, Raul Esparza and Kate Burton star in this free Central Park production of Shakespeare's dizzyingly convoluted late romance play.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 9:00pm on August 10, 2015☆⚑

Ivo van Hove to Direct 'The Crucible' on Broadway by Ashley Lee

The revival will star Ben Whishaw, Sophie Okonedo, Saoirse Ronan and Ciarán Hinds, and feature an original score by Philip Glass.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 4:23pm on August 10, 2015☆⚑

'Hamilton' Lauded by Stars at Opening for Changing the Face and Sound of Broadway by Ashley Lee

Sarah Jessica Parker, Samuel L. Jackson, Diane Sawyer, Charlie Rose, Busta Rhymes, Jason Bateman and Peter Dinklage gathered in NYC for the opening of Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 4:55pm on August 7, 2015☆⚑

Benedict Cumberbatch's First Night as Hamlet Sparks Media Outrage by Alex Ritman

British newspapers " including The Times " slammed for publishing early reviews of the performance ahead of its official press night. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 6:30am on August 7, 2015☆⚑

'Hamilton': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Lin-Manuel Miranda's landmark musical about the Founding Father transfers to Broadway with all its virtues intact and major hit status already assured. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 9:00pm on August 6, 2015☆⚑

'On the Town' to Bow Out on Broadway by David Rooney

The Tony-nominated musical will play its final performance at the Lyric Theatre on Sept. 6, wrapping its year-long run after Misty Copeland's special guest engagement.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 7:56pm on August 6, 2015☆⚑