Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Photos: Taylor Iman Jones, Sky Lakota-Lynch and More From THE KING'S CRITIQUE Meet the Press

The world premiere of the new original musical comedy The King's Critique, will open in New York City for a limited engagement this fall. See photos of the company meeting the press! Perform…

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Lea Michele to Return to GLEE Reboot as Rachel Berry

Variety has reported that Lea Michele will be returning to her role as Rachel Berry in Disney+ and Hulu’s reboot of Glee, the Ryan Murphy-created musical dramedy. BroadwayWorld previously …

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BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Musical Acquired by MTI

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International has acquired Back to the Future: The Musical. Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage from the Universal/Amblin film by the m…

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Ato Blankson-Wood, Alison Pill and More Join TOO BAD FOR HER Off-Broadway

Atlantic Theater Company has revealed additional cast members for two of its world premiere plays of the 2026-2027 season, and the Atlantic for Kids New York premiere of Finn. Too Bad For…

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Abbott Elementary Star Chris Perfetti Teases Stage Return: 'Maybe Even This Season' by Caitlin Moynihan

School is in session for Chris Perfetti, who plays Jacob Hill in the hit ABC comedy series Abbott Elementary. When the last bell ring, though, he's ready to return to the stage. While on bre…

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Ato-Blankson Wood, Alison Pill, Deirdre O'Connell, More Will Be Part of Atlantic Theater Company Season by Margaret Hall

The 2026-2027 season will feature world premieres by Lucas Hnath and Clare Barron as well as the musical Finn.

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Experience as a Whole: Expanding the Boundaries of Cultural Strategy by Evan Bissell

By Evan Bissell. Evan Bissell explains why we must dissolve the boundaries between culture, politics, and economics if we are to achieve lasting social change.

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Broadway League releases new report on the economic impact of Broadway by Lee D'amato

Learn how Broadway's contributions to the New York City economy have changed since before the pandemic.

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Corbin Bleu, Megan Hilty, Colton Ryan and More to Star in ON THE TOWN at Carnegie Hall

Orchestra of St. Luke's is launching a five-year series in January 2027 celebrating classic American musicals with two performances of Leonard Bernstein's On the Town in Concert , a love let…

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Photos: First Look at WAITING FOR LEFTY at Classic Stage Company

You can now get a first look at production photos for Classic Stage Company's new revival of Clifford Odets' Waiting for Lefty, with original music and arrangements by Yeller Tooth, choreogr…

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Is John Travolta Writing a Memoir (Again)? by Andy Lewis

Rumor has it the 72-year-old star is contemplating an autobiography. But what happened to his never-published first one?

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Video: Sutton Foster & Hugh Jackman Duet on 'Million Dreams' From THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

Sutton Foster was joined by surprise guest Hugh Jackman at her recent concert with the Pacific Jazz Orchestra. The couple performed "Million Dreams" together, with Jackman reprising his role…

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New Musical Every Wednesday Night to Premiere Off-Broadway by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| Abingdon Theatre Company will produce Jon D’Agostino and Michael August’s musical at the Flea. ||Off-Broadway|Abingdon Theatre Company,Chad Austin,Every Wednesday Night,J…

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Sherri Shepherd, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and The Lost Boys Headline This Week’s The Broadway Show by Jamie Kravitz

This week on The Broadway Show, Other Desert Cities holds a starry opening night, Sherri Shepherd makes history and we see how Santa Carla comes to life onstage in The Lost Boys. Here's what…

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Corbin Bleu, Jin Ha, Colton Ryan, Megan Hilty, More Will Lead On the Town Concerts at Carnegie Hall by Andrew Gans

Rob Berman will conduct the Orchestra of St. Luke's, launching a five-year initiative of classic musicals in concert.

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See Who's Starring in Immersive Production of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean by Margaret Hall

The London production weaves together the film and theatrical scenes to sweep audiences into a world of pirates, rogues, and unlikely heroes.

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Voting Now Open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage: Season 7

The talent has shown up, and now it's your turn to have a say! Season 7 of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage kicked off with a record-breaking number of submissions from talented young performer…

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Exclusive: Signature Theatre's ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE Cast Sings 'The Show Must Go On'

Signature Theatre's cast of ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE sings "The Show Must Go On" from the upcoming regional premiere of Adam Gwon's latest musical. Watch the exclusive video now, featuring Er…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:25PM[SHARE]

Paul Mescal, Daisy Edgar-Jones Back ‘Normal People’ Author Sally Rooney After U.K. Book Ban Over Palestine Support by Lily Ford

"Sally Rooney is a writer, not a terrorist," said an open letter signed by the Hollywood stars, alongside Jessie Buckley, Susan Sarandon, Tilda Swinton, Alison Oliver, Jonathan Glazer and Ar…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:05PM[SHARE]
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY to Stream Final Week

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere production of School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play will be available to audiences everywhere during its final week of performances, stream…

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Our Friends in the North: The Thatcher Years review – old pals back on the toon as TV series gets squished by Mark Lawson

Theatre Royal, NewcastleThey have appeared in epic BBC dramas since their RSC debut but Peter Flannery’s immortal foursome now return in an 80s-focused playThe four thwarted, postwar north…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:40AM[SHARE]

OPERATION MINCEMEAT Will Host Halloween Costume Contest

v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} .shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} Operation Mincemeat has announce…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:23AM[SHARE]

Glee Reboot to Stream on Disney+ and Hulu by Zach

Zachary Stewart| Ryan Murphey’s popular show choir dramedy will have a second act. ||New York City|Glee [...] Read More... from Glee Reboot to Stream on Disney+ and Hulu The post Glee Rebo…

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School Girls to Live Stream Final Week of Performances on Broadway by Diep Tran

Plus, high schoolers across the country will be able to see the Jocelyn Bioh play for free.

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Watch Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Sing 'A Million Dreams' From Greatest Showman by Andrew Gans

Broadway couple Foster and Jackman recently joined forces for a few duets with the Pacific Jazz Orchestra.

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Grosses analysis: ‘A Few Good Men’ gains momentum as overall box office dips by Lee D'amato

For the week ending Oct. 18, the 30 running productions grossed $33,963,816.

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The Jimmy Awards Sets Date for 2027 Ceremony by Diep Tran

The 18th annual ceremony features high school musical theatre talent from around the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:01AM[SHARE]

NYC Ballet Fall Highlights: A Balanchine Revival, Adrian Danchig-Waring’s Farewell and More by Gia Kourlas

New York City Ballet’s fall highlights included the return of “Pithoprakta,” the magic of Mira Nadon and the farewell performance of Adrian Danchig-Waring.

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Watch Current Wicked Stars Emma Flynn and Keri René Fuller Perform 'For Good' by Andrew Gans

The Broadway artists recently appeared on The View.

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NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE to Celebrate Broadway Box Office Opening With Magic, Discount Tickets, and Giveaways

Now You See Me Live will celebrate its Broadway box office opening at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on Thursday, October 29 beginning at 10am. In the spirit of Halloween, and recognizing the 100…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:35AM[SHARE]

Robbie Fairchild Reveals He Was Drugged at a Club, Awoke With '2 Skull Fractures' 4 Years Ago

Robbie Fairchild is looking back on his road to recovery after he was hospitalized for several days following being roofied at a club in Brooklyn. Calling it an "eerie day" at the four year …

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The Falsettos Reunion Concert Had Sobs, Standing Ovations, and an Affecting Surprise by Margaret Hall

William Finn wrote the best musical to ever deal head-on with the AIDS crisis, and the 2016 cast were in top form revisiting it.

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ANON by Kendra Jones

A pride flag  is hung, in a Texas suburb, across the street from Jeanie (Crystal Finn). These new neighbors, Will (Jeremy Shamos) and Adam (Jeff Biehl), received a friendly-enough welcome t…

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School Pictures by Kendra Jones

Milo Cramer, writer and performer of School Pictures, artfully strikes a chord with his silliness and insight. Each tune (composition!) embodies a child amidst their New York City education,…

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Broadway Grosses w/e 10/18/2026 by Ken Davenport

Broadway eased 3.76% to $33.96M as attendance actually rose to... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 10/18/2026 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

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Kelli O’Hara reflects on ‘the gift’ of ‘Fallen Angels’ as the Broadway comedy arrives in cinemas by David Buchanan

The actress earned her ninth Tony Award nomination for the production, where she shared the stage with Rose Byrne.

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The Bengsons Will Bring Ohio to Off-Broadway This Winter by Dgordon

David Gordon| The musical ran previously at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. ||Off-Broadway|Ohio,The Bengsons [...] Read More... from The Bengsons Will Bring Ohio to Off-Broadway This Winter T…

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Ohio, New Musical From The Bengsons, Sets Off-Broadway Run by Andrew Gans

Caitlin Sullivan will direct the limited engagement at the Greenwich House Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM[SHARE]

Abingdon Theatre Company Will Stage New Musical Every Wednesday Night Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

Chad Austin will direct the production, set for next March at the Flea Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:51AM[SHARE]

Reflections On Running A Chamber Theatre (1) by Daniel Meyer-Dinkgräfe

In a number of contributions, I want to reflect on my seven years as owner / artistic manager of piccolo teatro Haventheater in Bremerhaven. In 2017 I ended my academic career, combining vol…

SOURCE: thetheatretimes.com at 09:50AM[SHARE]

Video: Gaten Matarazzo, Luke Sheppard, More Discuss Rent's Continued Resonance by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

CBS Saturday Morning hopped across the pond to interview the cast and director of the starry revival of Jonathan Larson's musical.

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James Hameed joins star-studded line-up for RepresentAsian: An Evening of Asian Talent by Staff Writer

Olivier Award-winning performer James Hameed has been announced as a special guest for RepresentAsian: An Evening of Asian Talent, which takes place at London's Lyric Theatre The post James …

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Sherman Theatre confirms cast for The Merry Adventures of Maid Marian by Staff Writer

Sherman Theatre has announced the full cast for its upcoming Christmas production, The Merry Adventures of Maid Marian, a brand new take on the Robin Hood legend set in south Wales The post …

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Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer return to Christmas Carol Goes Wrong for limited West End engagement by Staff Writer

Original Mischief company members Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer are set to rejoin the West End cast of Christmas Carol Goes Wrong The post Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer return to Christmas…

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Norfolk and Suffolk Culture Board launches The Land is All View environmental strategy by Staff Writer

The Norfolk and Suffolk Culture Board (NSCB) has launched The Land is All View, a new environmental strategy designed to help cultural organisations across Norfolk and Suffolk drive practica…

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Rona Munro and Rufus Norris unite for final chapter of The James Plays series by Staff Writer

Raw Material and Capital Theatres, in association with Aberdeen Performing Arts, have announced James VI: First and Last, the final instalment in Rona Munro’s acclaimed The James Plays ser…

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Don't Stop Believing: Glee Reboot Lands on Disney+ and Hulu by Margaret Hall

It is unclear if any previous cast members will return to the project.

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GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 by Susan Grace

  Today’s Highlights:     860, starring Billy Crystal, directed by Scott Ellis, opens at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre.     The The Curious Case of Benjamin Buttton, by Jethro Compton…

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GLEE Reboot Greenlit at Disney+ and Hulu

The previously teased Glee reboot is officially underway! According to Variety, Disney+ and Hulu have greenlit the remounting of Ryan Murphy‘s musical dramedy series. Further details ab…

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Exclusive: SPRING AWAKENING Will Incorporate Musical ‘Changes’ That Inform Revival’s ‘Vision’

When Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater’s Spring Awakening returns to New York City, it may feel different than the 2006 Tony Award-winning production fans know and love. “There’s such …

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Patina Miller, Erika Henningsen, Jordan Litz, More Running New York City Marathon 2026 by Diep Tran

These Broadway stars will be running 26.2 miles November 1.

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Marc delaCruz to Star in Magno Rubio Musical at Ma-Yi Theater Company Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

The Asian American theatre company will present the new musical and Leah Nanako Winkler’s You Seem Sad.

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Photos: Go Inside the Drama League's Drama at the Disco: Vol 3 Benefit by Meg Masseron

The annual fundraiser held on The Edison Rooftop honored producer Tom Kirdahy.

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Paranormal Activity on Broadway to Host Free Halloween Screening of Original Film by Meg Masseron

The horror play inspired by the film franchise continues at the August Wilson Theatre.

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Hear the Demo for 'Martin Luther King Jr. Day' From Zack Zadek's Deathless by Logan Culwell-Block

Warner Music released a studio album of the indie-rock musical last year.

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ABROAD/WAY BULLETPOINTS FOR OCT. 21, 2026 by Gordon Cox

An international musical theater collab in Saigon, a Korean megaproducer’s team-up with Taymor, an influential duo in the São Paulo market, and more

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A Country Twist for Another YTA Classic Event by David Dow Bentley III

By David Dow Bentley III “The People’s Critic” Longtime followers of the sensational Young Texas Artists organization are well aware that each spring they can expect the wonderful Bach…

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“Kramer/Fauci” Turns a 1993 AIDS Debate Into Electrifying Theatre by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: Daniel Fish turns a furious 1993 AIDS debate into an urgent theatrical confrontation at St. Ann’s Warehouse. The words HIV/AIDS crisis carry a weight for me that …

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Video: Teri Hatcher Takes First Bows in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA in London

Bond Girl, Desperate Housewife and TV icon, multi-award-winning Teri Hatcher has officially taken over as Editor-in-Chief 'Miranda Priestly' in the musical adaptation of The Devil Wears Prad…

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Games: 3 of a Kind by JK

Broadway Games: 3 of a KindDIRECTIONS: Name the thing that all 3 clues have in common. Good luck!1. Name the actor who played all of these...    Charity Hope Valentine    Lola    Roxi…

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High School Musical review – Disney fave is sweet, slick and as squeaky clean as ever by Holly O'Mahony

Troubadour Wembley Park theatre, LondonHarry Judd is the coach while KayCee Stroh from the original movies is back to play a teacher in the hoop-shooting, pompom-waving romanceSince soaring …

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Cast Announced for the Return of Shakespeare’s Globe’s Acclaimed Family Musical Pinocchio by Staff Writer

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast and creative team for the return of its critically acclaimed family musical Pinocchio The post Cast Announced for the Return of Shakespeare’s G…

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Ipswich Unveils 10-Year Culture and Heritage Strategy to Shape the Town’s Future by Staff Writer

A new ten-year strategy designed to transform Ipswich’s cultural future has been launched today The post Ipswich Unveils 10-Year Culture and Heritage Strategy to Shape the Town’s Future …

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ENO Announces New Production of Adriana Mater as Companion Piece to Tosca at the London Coliseum by Staff Writer

English National Opera has announced a new production of Kaija Saariaho’s Adriana Mater, which will run at the London Coliseum The post ENO Announces New Production of Adriana Mater as Com…

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Tom Chambers Joins Giovanna Fletcher in World Premiere Tour of Before I Go To Sleep by Staff Writer

Tom Chambers has been announced as the latest casting for the world premiere stage production of Before I Go To Sleep The post Tom Chambers Joins Giovanna Fletcher in World Premiere Tour of …

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Radical Rediscovery III Exhibition Marks 50 Years Since Naseem Khan’s Landmark Report on Black and Asian Arts by Staff Writer

A major new exhibition and series of events will commemorate the 50th anniversary of Naseem Khan’s groundbreaking report The Arts Britain Ignores The post Radical Rediscovery III Exhibitio…

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 21, 2026- First Look at Billy Crystal in 860 and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: NEW - BWW For You, Personali…

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John Turturro on ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York’ by Alexis Soloski

Though the actor has long been a welcome screen presence, this is his first starring role in years. “To carry the whole thing, that’s a big responsibility.”

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The Cherry Orchard, Harold Pinter Theatre review - Chekhov at his most choice by Matt Wolf

The Cherry Orchard, Harold Pinter Theatre review - Chekhov at his most choice Matt Wolf Wed, 10/21/2026 - 11:45 Ian Rickson and Kristin Scott Thomas once mo…

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Talking About Budgets Without Getting Stuck In The Weeds by Joe Patti

Caitlin Pontrella made a great post about the non-profit budgeting process about three weeks ago that I wanted to point out to readers. Though as I think about it, some of these suggestions …

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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“The Brothers Size” A Moving Meditation on Brotherly Love—at AASC by Corey Finnegan

Tarrell Alvin McCraney Pits Yoruba Gods vs. Louisiana Taboos by Corey Finnegan There’s no shortage of stories about dysfunctional couples and parent-child disasters, but not many stories�…

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The Shark is Broken

The post The Shark is Broken appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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4 Reasons to See Billy Crystal Bring the Laughs and the Love in Broadway’s 860 by Jamie Kravitz

Comedian and actor Billy Crystal is back on Broadway with his new one-man show, 860. Named for the street address of his home of 46 years that burned down in the Palisades fires, he uses hum…

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Standup Jon Richardson on turning his dark teenage diaries into a tearjerking memoir: ‘I couldn’t sugarcoat those years’ by Brian Logan

While facing grief, illness and a very public breakup, the comic reached for his diaries – and found a happy kid who spiralled into despair. Inspired by a Nobel laureate, he wrote a frank,…

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Interview: Justin Guarini on the Successes and Failures He’s Lived to Write About in Center Stage Confidence by Zach

Hayley Levitt| Guarini, an American Idol alum and Broadway performer, writes a guidebook on building confidence and learning from failure. ||Broadway|Amber Ruffin,American Idiot,American Ido…

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