Appeals court denies Trump's request to halt removal of his name from the Kennedy Center by Anastasia Tsioulcas

The D.C. circuit appeals court denied all of President Trump's arguments that sought to stop the removal of his name from the Washington, D.C., arts institution.

One of the country's oldest opera companies premieres its' Black Opera Project by Tana Weingartner

There have been Black composers and Black storylines in opera, but they've often failed to gain traction with performing companies and audiences. This summer, Cincinnati Opera seeks to chang…

Photos: Donna McKechnie and Malik Nabers Visit SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway

Two stars visited the cast of Schmigadoon! on Broadway: dance legend Donna McKechnie and New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers. See photos from their visit! The pair greeted the cast…

‘The Pitt’s’ Brittany Allen, Jeff Kober Earn Emmy Noms After Self-Submitting for Guest Star by Caitlin Huston

"'The Pitt' has hundreds of performers and we simply, just strategically, can’t submit everybody," said HBO chief Casey Bloys, adding that the studio encourages self-submission.

THE CHEETAH GIRLS: NEXT GEN Movie Gets Greenlight at Disney

“The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen," a new installment in the beloved franchise, has been greenlit for Disney Channel and Disney+. The music-driven film goes into production in South Africa this…

Emmy nominations 2026: ‘Wicked’ movie special, the 2025 Tony Awards broadcast, Daveed Diggs and more Broadway names rack up nods by Ruthie Fierberg

Among the other nominees are Colman Domingo, Laurie Metcalf, Michael Urie and more.

Video: Watch the Full Corn Puddin' Number From SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway

Watch Sara Chase, McKenzie Kurtz, Brad Oscar, Alex Brightman, and the ensemble of the Tony Award-winning Schmigadoon! perform the full corn puddin' number! Schmigadoon! stars Alex Brightm…

Video: 'There's History in the Outfit, and Newness in the Role'—Krysta Rodriguez Talks Playing Roxie in Broadway's Chicago by Andrew Gans, Jeffrey Vizcaíno

The Broadway favorite also chats about her work in Smash and designing Broadway dressing rooms.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Reveals OCTET Movie is Seeking Distribution

Vanity Fair has just released an in-depth piece spotlighting Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming Octet film adaptation. In the article, which includes an accompanying first-look photo of the cast,…

2026 Emmy Nominations Announced: Tony Awards, Wicked Special and Broadway Talent Score Major Nods by Sophia Rubino

The 2026 Emmy Award nominations were announced today, read by familiar Broadway faces and Emmy winners Jeff Hiller and Liza Colón-Zayas, with nods extended to many Broadway alums and the 20…

‘The Pitt’s’ Sepideh Moafi On Historic Emmy Nom: “Somebody Will See That the Door Is Open For Them” by Caitlin Huston

Moafi became the first Iranian woman and woman from the Middle East to be recognized in the supporting actress in a drama series category.

Exclusive: HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Debuts First Look at Aniya Thompson as 'Martha'

Heathers The Musical welcomes Aniya Thompson as 'Martha Dunnstock' tonight, July 8. Ahead of her first performance, BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at Thompson in the role. The new…

‘Beetlejuice’ on tour at the National Theatre is stuck in limbo by Geoffrey Melada

Part Gen X nostalgia trip, part angsty teen drama, this musical comedy can’t find its soul. By GEOFFREY MELADA

Interview: Montego Glover on Why AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER Is More Urgent Than Ever

Poster art for AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER. Nearly three decades after Wendy Wasserstein's AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER premiered in a Lincoln Center Theater production at Broadway’s Cort Theater (n…

***** “PHYSICAL EDUCATION” REVIEW – BOISTEROUS, CLICHE-BUSTING LESSON ON TEEN MASCULINITY by Robert Shuman

(Holly O’Mahony’s article appeared in the Guardian 7/8/20226’ Photo: Well-worn familiarity … Photo: The Edit Wales.) Swansea Grand theatre School locker room banter has a sinister ed…

BREAKING RECORDS ON BROADWAY by Ron Fassler

July 8, 2026: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron FasslerWith this week’s official passing of the torch from one to another, the Belasco Theatre can now boast Will Aronson and Hue Park’…

Andrew Lloyd Webber Ditches ‘The Illusionist’ for Mona Lisa Musical by Seth Abramovitch

Sources cite creative differences with star director Jamie Lloyd.

Justin Bieber Joins FIFA Halftime Show Alongside Madonna, Shakira and BTS by Caitlin Huston

Burna Boy, conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus, performing alongside Coldplay, will also be featured.

Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme Returning for 2026 Holiday Tour

Award-winning comedy icons, writers, actors, and drag queen powerhouses BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon are coming back to town for the ninth year of their internationally acclaimed, The Ji…

Video: Watch Matteo Lane 'Razzle Dazzle' in Broadway's Chicago by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning revival continues at the Ambassador Theatre.

Review Roundup: Does the Live-Action MOANA Offer Disney Magic?

The reviews for Moana have washed ashore. Disney's new live-action version of the animated film doesn't officially hit theaters until Friday, but critics are sharing their thoughts about the…

Appeals Court Keeps Trump's Name Off Kennedy Center Facade While Legal Battle Continues

A federal appeals court on Wednesday declined to let President Trump's name return to the facade of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, ruling it must stay down while the ins…

Video: Watch Matteo Lane Perform 'Razzle Dazzle' in CHICAGO on Broadway

Chicago the Musical has released first video footage of Matteo Lane performing "Razzle Dazzle" on Broadway. The stand-up comedian and singer takes on the classic Kander & Ebb showtune, c…

Lupita Nyong’o, Edie Falco, Phillipa Soo, More Part of Rotating Cast of Pre-Existing Condition Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Maria Dizzia will direct the return engagement of Marin Ireland's play.

The Gilded Age, The Tony Awards, More Nominated for 2026 Emmy Awards by Margaret Hall

This year's ceremony will be hosted by Mariska Hargitay, fresh off her Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing.

Pre-Existing Condition to Return With Lupita Nyong’o, Phillipa Soo, Edie Falco, and More by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| Hari Nef and Susannah Flood will also perform in the alternating role of A. ||Off-Broadway|Dael Orlandersmith,Edie Falco,Greg Keller,Hari Nef,Lupita Nyong’o,Maria Dizzia,Ma…

Video: Watch Tracee Ellis Ross Perform in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadway

Tracee Ellis Ross has officially made her Broadway debut, starring in Every Brilliant Thing on Broadway. After her first performance in the solo play on July 7, the production has released f…

Lupita Nyong'o, Edie Falco, Phillipa Soo and More to Star in PRE-EXISTING CONDITION Off-Broadway

Pre-Existing Condition written by Tony Award nominee Marin Ireland will return to the stage later this summer at the Greenwich House Theater. Directed by Tony Award nominee Maria Dizzia, per…

BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon Announce Full Holiday Show Tour Schedule by Zach

Zachary Stewart| The queens of Christmas will hit 30 cities across the U.S. and Canada this year. ||Charlotte|BenDeLaCreme,Jinkx Monsoon [...] Read More... from BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoo…

Federal Appeals Court Rejects Request to Add Trump's Name Back to the Kennedy Center by Logan Culwell-Block, Diep Tran

Government filings had argued that the move created "financial ruin" for the arts center, which the three-judge panel ruled without merit.

Catherine Tate suddenly pulls out of West End’s Oh, Mary! due to ‘personal reasons’ by Louis Chilton

Actor had been due to appear in the award-winning show until 18 July

Kathy Hochul Nabs Three Entertainment Union Endorsements In New York Governor’s Race (Exclusive) by Caitlin Huston

Actors’ Equity, IATSE and AFM Local 802 are backing the Democratic incumbent for reelection, citing her support for the industry.

Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis Announces New Core Company by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The Core Company consists of trusted artists who serve as regular collaborators. ||Minneapolis|Antonisia (Nisi) Collins,Autumn Ness,Chauncy Thomas,Children’s Theatre Compan…

Slings & Arrows Prequel Reading to Reunite Original Cast Members by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The Amateurs is a new TV comedy by the Slings & Arrows writing team. ||Canada|Bob Martin,Chris Abraham,Don McKellar,Mark McKinney,Martha Burns,Paul Gross,Slings & Arr…

The Public Theater to Present Reading of KNOCKOUTS by Bridget Everett, Marc Shaiman and More

The Public Theater is presenting concert reading of the new show Knockouts, written by Bridget Everett, Isaac Oliver, Marc Shaiman, Rachel Shukert, and Scott Wittman. Knockouts was create…

Photos: Josh Radnor. Noah Galvin and Khalil Madovi in HIT MACHINE Rehearsals

Josh Radnor and Noah Galvin are making their London stage debut in the world premiere of the play Hit Machine by Jonathan Caren at Soho Theatre. Performances will run Wednesday 8 July - Satu…

Exclusive: Watch Michael Iván Carrier's Powerful 'I'm Not a Girl...' from & JULIET

All you need is time to check out this powerful and poignant musical number from & Juliet. Watch in this exclusive video as the wonderful Michael Iván Carrier takes the stage at the Lau…

All Shall Know the Wonder Again: “Spring Awakening” Returns Off-Broadway This Fall by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: Tony Award winner Danya Taymor will direct a new Off-Broadway revival of Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater’s acclaimed musical at Studio Seaview By Ross Few musicals …

Catherine Tate Departs West End OH, MARY! Early; Mason Alexander Park Returns

Catherine Tate has departed from the West End production of Oh, Mary! due to "personal reasons," with original star Mason Alexander Park filling in before Cole Escola takes over. The product…

5 Secrets About Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway With Ashley De La Rosa by Sophia Rubino

Buena Vista Social Club brings the lively music of Havana, Cuba to Broadway's Schoenfeld Theatre, chronicling the story behind the Grammy-winning album of the same name. Ashley De La Rosa,…

Love You Long Time (Already) review – decades of dreams and a tour of the afterlife by Arifa Akbar

Theatre503, LondonMixing naturalism and fantasy, Katie Đỗ’s debut is conceptually inventive but flawed by over-short scenes and scant emotive appealThis debut by Vietnamese-American pla…

Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Celebrates Becoming the Longest-Running Show at the Belasco Theatre

Maybe Happy Ending has officially become the longest-running production at the Belasco Theatre on Broadway. On Tuesday night, the Tony-winning musical had its 688th performance, officially c…

‘Jagged Little Pill’ has big rock musical verve at Ovations Theatre by Debbie Minter Jackson

The bouncy songs are from Alanis Morissette’s 1995 album, and all the voices blend beautifully. By DEBBIE MINTER JACKSON

Sam Underwood Will Star in The Real Ivanov Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Laura Strausfeld will direct her 100-minute adaptation of the classic Chekhov play.

2026 Emmy Nominations - Updating Live

This morning, Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller will present the nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards from the Academy’s Wolf Theatre in Los Angeles, honoring excellence in national televi…

OPERATION MINCEMEAT Will Release Vocal Selections, With More Published Sheet Music to Come

Operation Mincemeat will release official sheet music and other published selections thanks to a new partnership between Hal Leonard, the world's largest printed music publisher, and Avalon.…

Only in NY: A Situation Project Auction Brought the City's Biggest Experiences Together for One Shared Purpose by Inspired Staff

Situation Project's inaugural Only in NY auction united cultural icons to expand access to the arts for the city's young people.

Matt Damon Reveals He ‘Definitely’ Wants to Make His Broadway Debut

Matt Damon is just about ready to add a Broadway credit to his résumé. The Academy Award winner, who plays Odysseus in the new Christopher Nolan film The Odyssey, revealed that he’s …

Mason Alexander Park Rejoins Oh, Mary! in London's West End; Catherine Tate Departs by Logan Culwell-Block

Tate's sudden departure due to "personal reasons" was revealed on social media.

West End ‘Rent’ Revival With Gaten Matarazzo Rounds Out Principal Cast by Greg Evans

The upcoming West End revival of Rent starring the previously announced Gaten Matarazzo has rounded out its principal cast, with Travis Ross (Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club), Bella Brown (Into …

Beat the Heat With Broadway's Newest Summer Playbill Covers by Logan Culwell-Block

See the freshest set of covers theatregoers will get this month.

Sam Underwood to Star in World Premiere of The Real Ivanov by Phempstead

Linda Buchwald| The Real Ivanov is a 100-minute adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s first staged play. ||New York City|Amelia Mason,Anton Chekhov,Hagan Oliveras,Ivanov,Ivory Aquino,Jordan Lage,K…

Broadway Grosses w/e 7/5/2026 by Ken Davenport

Broadway took its annual Independence Day hit, with total grosses... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 7/5/2026 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Operation Mincemeat Makes Global Sheet Music Print Partnership With Hal Leonard by Logan Culwell-Block

The agreement includes a Vocal Selections folio that will be available for pre-order later this year.

See Who's Joining Stranger Things Star Gaten Matarazzo in West End Rent Revival by Andrew Gans

Luke Sheppard will direct Jonathan Larson's Tony- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical.

Jeremy Jordan, Eva Noblezada, Jasmine Amy Rogers, More Join Starry Lineup for Broadway Barks by Andrew Gans

Bernadette Peters and Andrew Rannells will again host the annual pet adoption event in Shubert Alley.

Slam Frank Releases Off-Broadway Cast Album by Margaret Hall

The incendiary work reimagines Anne Frank's story through an "intersectional, multiethnic, genderqueer, Afro-Latin hip-hop lens."

The Public Theater Will Stage Concert Reading of Knockouts, by Bridget Everett, Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, More by Meg Masseron

Patti LuPone and Everett will star in the new show featuring music, which is keeping all plot descriptions mysteriously under wraps.

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 by Susan Grace

  Today’s Highlights:     Dukes, written & performed by Jane Wickline & Liva Pierce, directed by Henry Hornbuckle & Mabel Lewis, opens at Off Broadway’s at SoHo Playhouse.…

Prima Facie Film Starring Cynthia Erivo Will Premiere at TIFF 2026 by Meg Masseron

Erivo stars as a defense lawyer grappling with the real-world implications after becoming a victim of the very crimes she defends.

Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Will Receive Hammerstein Museum's Ockie Award by Meg Masseron

The Tony Award-winning songwriting duo will be honored at the museum's fourth annual Something Wonderful Gala this October.

Shaina Taub, Stephen Schwartz, Jason Robert Brown, More Set Performances at 92NY by Meg Masseron

The Manhattan venue has unveiled programming for its upcoming American Songbook and Lyrics & Lyricists concert series.

Jeremy Jordan, Eva Noblezada, and More Join BROADWAY BARKS Lineup

Broadway Barks has announced additional guests for their 28th annual dog and cat adoption event on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in Shubert Alley. The lineup will include Don Cheadle (Proof), Lea…

Chelsea Handler to Launch Podcast Network With New Show From Yamaneika Saunders (Exclusive) by Caitlin Huston

The podcast network will also include Handler's 'Dear Chelsea,' with more titles to come.

RENT West End Revival Adds Travis Ross, Bella Brown, & More to Principal Cast

Principal casting has been announced for the new production of Jonathan Larson's Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning musical RENT, directed by Olivier Award winner Luke Sheppard. Joinin…

Isn’t It Rich To Experience Sondheim in the Round? by Dennis Polkow

The Marriott Theatre's "A Little Night Music" is an optimistic operetta.

Physical Education review – boisterous, cliche-busting lesson on teen masculinity by Holly O'Mahony

Swansea Grand theatreSchool locker room banter has a sinister edge in Jonathan Houlston’s shrewd debut, which pairs the toxic tropes of Adolescence with the group dynamics of Laura Wade’…

Jamie Muscato, King of the West End by Lily Ford

The Brit has conquered London's never-healthier theater scene thanks to that viral 'Heathers' performance and is currently playing every thespian's dream role — the Emcee in 'Cabaret.' Wit…

Broadway Pipeline: July 8, 2026 by Theatrical Index

“My Own Private Shakespeare” Finds New Life in Familiar Words at the TO Fringe by Ross

Toronto Fringe Review: Justin Hay delivers a beautifully crafted solo performance where Shakespeare becomes the language of grief, memory, and survival By Ross Here is one of the unexpected …

Summer Bracket 2026: Where Do 21st Century Broadway Musicals Come From? Round 4 by JK

Each summer, we play a Broadway themed bracket game using your votes on a particular topic. This year, the topic is 21st Century Musicals and their sources. Inspired by the relative lack of …

Cynthia Erivo-Led PRIMA FACIE Film Will Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival

The film adaptation of Prima Facie, starring Cynthia Erivo, will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Variety reports. The film was originally announced in 202…

Photos: Meg Stalter, Barrett Foa, and Ryo Kamibayashi Take First Bows in OH, MARY!

Beginning on July 7, Meg Stalter, Barrett Foa, and Ryo Kamibayashi joined the company of Oh, Mary! on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check out photos of them taking their fir…

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 8, 2026- SIX To Welcome Two New Queens and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 8, 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, Personalized …

Lindsey Santoro: ‘The problems I have are my own – I’ve caused them, I’m the issue!’ by Interview By Liam Pape

The standup on bad gigs at motorway service station hotels, her nan’s reviews and the pressure to be ‘prize pig’ at the Edinburgh fringeWho did you admire when you were starting out?I …

Cast announced for Morgan Lloyd Malcolm’s new adaptation of The Turn of the Screw by Staff Writer

The cast has been announced for the world premiere of Morgan Lloyd Malcolm’s new stage adaptation of The Turn of the Screw, directed by Nicky Allpress and opening at Arcola Theatre The pos…

Cultural Mobility Forum 2026 in Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia

By . On the Move partners with one of its members, Kooperativa—Regional Platform for Culture, a network of organizations and national platforms dedicated to independent culture and contemp…

Jesus Christ Superstar, London Palladium review - febrile classic captures the burning energy of the original by Rachel Halliburton

Jesus Christ Superstar, London Palladium review - febrile classic captures the burning energy of the original Rachel Halliburton Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:53 Eur…

24 Emerging Theatre Companies Not to Miss at Edinburgh Fringe 2026 by Staff Writer

24 Emerging Theatre Companies Not to Miss at Edinburgh Fringe 2026 - a thrilling new generation of theatre-makers presenting work that is daring, distinctive and deeply personal The post 24 …

Jesus Christ Superstar returns to West End with Eurovision star Sam Ryder in lead role by Hanna Rantala

Iconic music returns to West End with cast of 30 including Sam Ryder, Boy George and Jesse Tyler Ferguson

Victorian Opera presents Melbourne debut of Reg Livermore’s Ned Kelly: The Musical

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Applications now open to audition for NICA’s 2027 Accredited Circus Courses

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Barbie takes centre stage with The Australian Ballet to celebrate 25 years of Barbie in the Nutcracker

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Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents: On Location For The Opening of Cagney by Suzanna Bowling

Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents, is normally filmed from the Hotel Edison, but today we went on location at The Bay Street Theatre for the opening of Cagney. Live…