Tony-Nominated Book Writer Jeffrey Lane Has Died at 71 by Margaret Hall

Mr. Lane was the scribe behind Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:51pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

New Independent Musical Theatre Record Label Busted Broadway Launched by Margaret Hall

The label will create and develop streaming albums and videos, with an eye toward live concert performances and physical media releases.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:37pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

5 Tony-Recognized Shows to See on Broadway Over Memorial Day Weekend by Bryan Campione

If you're wondering what to see, how about shows with some awards accolades behind them.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:07pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Cats Lighting Designer Adam Honoré Wants to Upend Expectations of What a Broadway Musical Looks Like by Andrew Gans

He is currently Tony-nominated for Best Lighting Design for Cats: The Jellicle Ball and Ragtime.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:52pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

See Victoria Clark Perform at the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players' Gala by Natan Zamansky

The two-time Tony winner was honored at the gala with the Albert Bergeret Living Legacy of Gilbert & Sullivan Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:05pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

It's Showtime on the NYC Subway With a Performance From Cats: The Jellicle Ball by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony-nominated revival joined MTA Sessions for a special performance of—what else?—"Skimbleshanks, the Railway Cat."

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:21pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Get a 1st Look at Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada, Corbin Bleu in The Great Gatsby on Broadway by Andrew Gans

Carney co-stars opposite his real-life wife, Noblezada, the musical's original Daisy Buchanan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:58pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Watch Layton Williams' Tony-Nominated 'River Deep, Mountain High' From Titaníque by Logan Culwell-Block

The campy Céline Dion jukebox musical got four nods May 5, including Best Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

George Cheeks, Delroy Lindo, Paul Tazewell Will Be Honored at Black Theatre United Gala by Andrew Gans

The October fundraiser will be held at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:04pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Kerry Butler, Kate Micucci, Kara Lindsay, More to Perform at We Got This Benefit Concert by Margaret Hall

WeGotThis.org empowers the cancer community to thrive by providing essential resources, including the first universal gift registry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02pm on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Why Michelle Obama Became a Producer on Proof by Diep Tran

The former First Lady interviewed stars Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle on the latest episode of her podcast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Ben Davis and Shereen Pimentel Will Lead Man of La Mancha Concerts by Andrew Gans

Four concerts of the Tony-winning musical will play New Hampshire's New London Barn Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:52am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Heathers Off-Broadway Revival Is Going on Tour by Logan Culwell-Block

Pack up your corn nuts, because this cult favorite will tour North America in 2027.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:59am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Schmigadoon!'s Live Times Square Picnic Basket Auction Gets a New Date by Logan Culwell-Block

Because of this weekend's rain forecast, the event is now set for May 30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:43am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Hudson Valley Shakespeare's Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center Celebrates Opening by Gabby Macogay

Performances for the 2026 season will begin June 10.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:38am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Christine Lahti Will Make London Stage Debut in Autobiographical Play by Andrew Gans

Mêlisa Annis will direct The Smile of Her.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:31am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

& Juliet, Just in Time, Death Becomes Her, SIX Delight Audiences at Rockefeller Center’s Road to Broadway Concert by Leonard Rodino

The rain didn't hamper this parade as hundreds of fans gathered to see their favorites perform.

SOURCE: Playbill at 9:11am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

An Evening With Nicole Scherzinger Premieres on PBS May 22 by Andrew Gans, Diep Tran

The concert with the Tony-winning Sunset Blvd. star was recorded at Royal Albert Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00am on May 22, 2026☆⚑

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) to Tour North America by Margaret Hall

The romantic comedy is hitting the road!

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:41pm on May 21, 2026☆⚑

Harlem Stage Expands Leadership Team With 2 New Associate Artistic Directors by Logan Culwell-Block

Calvin Royal III and Divinity Roxx will work alongside CEO and Artistic Director Indira Etwaroo leading the storied company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:15pm on May 21, 2026☆⚑

Looking Back on Stephen Colbert in Company, Opposite Neil Patrick Harris and Patti LuPone by Margaret Hall

Colbert has genuine stage bonafides, which we're looking back on in honor of the final episode of The Late Show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:01pm on May 21, 2026☆⚑

The Sound of Music, In the Heights, and More Creative PLAYBILLDER Covers From Around the Country by Natan Zamansky

When you make a Playbill with PLAYBILLDER, you can also design your own covers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:25pm on May 21, 2026☆⚑

Watch: Cats: The Jellicle Ball Brings the Runway to WNYC for a Special Concert Performance by Logan Culwell-Block

The cast—including 2026 Tony nominee André De Shields—plus the revival's creators were on hand for the event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:56pm on May 21, 2026☆⚑

Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Ragtime, Schmigadoon!, More Will Perform at the 2026 Tony Awards by Logan Culwell-Block

Broadway's biggest night has officially confirmed numbers from all musical production nominees.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:14pm on May 21, 2026☆⚑

Industrial Strength, About Industrial Musicals, Sets NYC Developmental Readings by Logan Culwell-Block

The project is written by Bathtubs Over Broadway creators Steve Young and Stuart Ross.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:08pm on May 21, 2026☆⚑