Darren Criss & Helen J Shen Set Final Performances In Broadway Hit Musical ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ by Greg Evans

Broadway’s original Maybe Happy Ending stars Darren Criss and Helen J Shen will play their final performances in March and February, respectively, producers announced today. Shen will exi…

Kemi-Bo Jacobs and Rory Alexander Will Star in Hamnet U.S. Tour by Logan Culwell-Block

The stage version of Maggie O'Farrell's book is making its U.S. premiere in Chicago next month.

Judging Panel Revealed for 2026 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize by Margaret Hall

The award honors female and non-binary playwrights who have written English language plays.

Darren Criss, Helen J. Shen Announce Final Performances in Maybe Happy Ending by Margaret Hall

The next full-time Helperbots will be announced at a later date.

Packrat: The Quest por la Abundancia by Admin

Do we want to be led to a utopia full of shiny objects or can we find abundance at home, in friendship and family? Symbolically, and at times explicitly, Concrete Temple Theatre explores thi…

Rodney Hicks Play InhaleExhale Will Get a Reading at NYC's Beechman by Logan Culwell-Block

Christopher J. Hanke, Crystal Lucas Perry, Michael James Scott, and Elizabeth Stanley will star.

The Producers, Ain't Too Proud, City of Angels, and Hello, Dolly! Set for Ogunquit Playhouse by Andrew Gans

The 94th season at the Maine venue will also include the world premiere of a new musical.

Elevator Repair Service's Ulysses Begins Off-Broadway January 13, Extends Run by Logan Culwell-Block

The company is presenting a new take on the James Joyce work at the Public Theater.

Deborah Warner Named Artistic Director of Park Avenue Armory by Logan Culwell-Block

The appointment comes months after the sudden death of the group's last leader, Pierre Audi.

Video/Photos: Andrew Rannells Is Back in New Sports Episode of THE GREAT AMERICAN BAKING SHOW

The Great American Baking Show is back, and so is Tony Award nominee Andrew Rannells, who returns as a co-host for the upcoming sports-themed episode. The Great American Baking Show: Big Gam…

WAITRESS Teases Upcoming US Tour In Honor of 10th Anniversary

A new US tour of Waitress the Musical seems to be in the works. In a new social media post, the official Waitress account revealed that there will be an upcoming US tour, in honor of the bel…

Hildegard by Tony Marinelli

Sarah Kirkland Snider’s first opera arrives with a confidence that feels almost paradoxical: it is at once tightly focused and lavishly expansive, a work that fixes its gaze on a single hi…

Get a 1st Look at Joshua Bassett and Joy Woods in Little Shop of Horrors Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

The hit revival of the Howard Ashman-Alan Menken musical continues at the Westside.

TikTok Dancer Stage Show 11 to Midnight Extends Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Cost n' Mayor have assembled a cast of dancers all found from social media for their new show at the Orpheum.

Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations

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Jon M. Chu to Receive 2026 Cinematic Imagery Award From the Art Directors Guild

Wicked director Jon M. Chu is set to receive the 2026 Cinematic Imagery Award from The Art Directors Guild. The ceremony will take place on February 28, 2026, at the InterContinental Los Ang…

Photos: Joshua Bassett and Joy Woods in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

You can now get a first look at photos of Emmy Award-winning singer, television star and recording artist Joshua Bassett, making his New York stage debut as Seymour, and Tony Award-nominated…

Boots Riley to Bring Anne Washburn's MR. BURNS Play to the Screen

Boots Riley, filmmaker behind 2018's Sorry to Bother You and the upcoming I Love Boosters, is adapting Anne Washburn's Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play as a feature film. After Washburn fi…

Boots Riley Is Adapting Anne Washburn's Simpsons-Themed Mr. Burns for the Screen by Logan Culwell-Block

The Simpsons-inspired play debuted at Playwrights Horizons via The Civilians in 2012.

Cast Complete for Off-Broadway Return of You Got Older, Starring Alia Shawkat by Andrew Gans

Anne Kauffman will again direct Clare Barron's Obie-winning play.

Read the Reviews for Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

David Zippel directs the revue of the late Tony-nominated and Grammy-winning composer.

After Sudden Loss, Park Avenue Armory Hires New Artistic Leader by Joshua Barone

Deborah Warner, known for directing theater and opera, succeeds Pierre Audi, who died last year. Her own work is expected to be part of her programming.

See Who's Starring in John Doyle-Directed U.K. The Secret Garden Revival by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

The Lucy Simon-Marsha Norman musical version of Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic book is getting an actor-musician staging.

Adrien Brody, Tessa Thompson Set 2026 Broadway Debuts in Lindsey Ferrentino's The Fear of 13 by Logan Culwell-Block

David Cromer will direct the West End transfer at the James Earl Jones Theatre this season.

Review Roundup: GOING BACHARACH Opens Off-Broadway

Amas Musical Theatre officially opened the World Premiere of Going Bacharach: The Songs Of An Icon, a musical revue featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach, on January 12 at The Marjorie S. De…

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson to Make Their Broadway Debuts in The Fear of 13 by Jamie Kravitz

Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody will make his Broadway debut in The Fear of 13, a new play by Olivier Award nominee Lindsey Ferrentino and directed by Tony Award winner David Crom…

Anything for the Vlog! Betsy Wolfe to Take Viewers Behind the Violet Curtain of Death Becomes Her on Broadway by Jonah De Forest

Broadway powerhouse Betsy Wolfe is no stranger to the vlogging game, having previously hosted the series “Sugar, Butter, Betsy” for Broadway.com during her stint as Jenna in Waitress. On…

THE PRODUCERS, HELLO, DOLLY! and More Set for Ogunquit Playhouse 2026 Season

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed its 94th season. The 2026 season will begin with Ain’t Too Proud (May 14 – June 13), followed by Hello, Dolly! (June 18 – July 18), City of Angels (July…

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson to Star in ‘Fear of 13’ on Broadway by Michael Paulson

The play, about a man who spends decades on death row before being exonerated by DNA evidence, will have a 16-week run this spring.

Failing Bigger, Failing Faster in Devising by Martin Boross, Tara Khozein, Sandy Timmerman, Apollo Garcia Orellana

By Martin Boross, Tara Khozein, Sandy Timmerman, Apollo Garcia Orellana. What's the point of entering the rehearsal room without a plan?

This is Not a Drill!!!! by Sophie Frizzell

Contributor Sophie Frizzell on "The Wish," a collaborative play by Justice Hehir’s, Dena Igusti, Phanésia Pharel, Nia Akilah Robinson, and Julia Specht, about the state of abortion access…

The Fear of 13

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson Will Make Broadway Debuts in THE FEAR OF 13

Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody will make his Broadway debut in Olivier Award nominee Lindsey Ferrentino’s play, The Fear of 13. Based on the documentary directed by David Singt…

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson to make Broadway debuts in Lindsey Ferrentino’s drama ‘The Fear of 13’ by Jim McDermott

The play will open on April 15 at the James Earl Jones Theatre.

Adrien Brody, Tessa Thompson Set Broadway Debuts With Death Row Drama ‘The Fear of 13’ by Rebecca Rubin

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson will make their Broadway debuts in “The Fear of 13,” a searing play about a wrongly convinced death row prisoner. “The Fear of 13” tells the true stor…

Adrien Brody, Tessa Thompson to Make Broadway Debuts This Spring by Caitlin Huston

Brody will reprise his role as the wrongfully convicted Nick Yarris in 'The Fear of 13,' which debuted in London.

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson Set To Make Broadway Debuts In THE FEAR OF 13 This Spring

It was announced today that David Cromer will mount Lindsey Ferrentino’s visceral play The Fear of 13, based on the documentary directed by David Sington. This will mark two-time Oscar win…

Adrien Brody And Tessa Thompson To Make Broadway Debuts In Wrongful Conviction Drama ‘The Fear Of 13’ by Greg Evans

Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody (The Brutalist, The Pianist) will make his Broadway debut this March in Olivier Award nominee Lindsey Ferrentino’s play The Fear of 13. Based on …

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson to Make Broadway Debuts in The Fear of 13

Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Presents August Wilson’s Fences

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Broadway Review: “Bug” at Manhattan Theatre Club’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (Currently On) by Lars Koudal

Twenty-nine years after its London premiere, Tracy Letts’ “Bug” has finally crawled onto Broadway at Manhattan Theatre Club’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, and the question that matter…

James V. Monaco: The Other Ragtime Jimmy by Trav S.D.

January 13 was the birthday of Tin Pan Alley composer James V. Monaco (1885-1945). Monaco was an Italian immigrant who moved to the U.S. with his family when he was six years old. He was rai…

Eric Price, Phillip Christian Smith Named 2026 Kleban Prize Winners by Logan Culwell-Block

Named for the late Chorus Line lyricist, the honor recognizes exceptional early-career lyricists and librettists.

Podcast: New year, lots of new theatre by Osc Staff Report

In this episode of the OnStage Colorado Podcast, hosts Toni Tresca and Alex Miller take a look at some recent shows they’ve seen, look at a bit of theatre news and run down the  Top 10 Co…

Full Cast Announced for The Secret Garden – The Musical at York Theatre Royal by Staff Writer

York Theatre Royal has announced the full cast and creative team for its revival of The Secret Garden – The Musical, opening on 19 March 2026, with previews from 17 March The post Full Cas…

Full Cast Announced for 2026 Return of The Boy at the Back of the Class at Rose Theatre by Staff Writer

Rose Theatre and Children’s Theatre Partnership have revealed the full cast and creative team for the 2026 revival of The Boy at the Back of the Class The post Full Cast Announced for 2026…

Guildford Shakespeare Company Celebrates 20 Years with Bold 2026 Programme by Staff Writer

Guildford Shakespeare Company (GSC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026 with a programme that champions accessibility and artistic ambition The post Guildford Shakespeare Company Cel…

Jacksons Lane Appoints Angus MacKechnie as Creative Director and Joint CEO by Staff Writer

Jacksons Lane has announced the appointment of Angus MacKechnie as its new Creative Director and Joint CEO The post Jacksons Lane Appoints Angus MacKechnie as Creative Director and Joint CEO…

Watermill Theatre Announces World Premiere of Victoria: A Queen Unbound After Winning Theatre of the Year by Staff Writer

The Watermill Theatre announces the world premiere of Victoria: A Queen Unbound, a new play by Daisy Goodwin, creator of ITV’s Victoria The post Watermill Theatre Announces World Premiere …

Punchdrunk’s new mission: inside ‘live action video game’ Lander 23 – in pictures by All Photographs By Tristram Kenton

The celebrated immersive theatre company has launched a new multiplayer stealth game at its headquarters in Woolwich, south-east London. Photographer Tristram Kenton was granted special acce…

The Complexity of the Human Experience Expressed Through The Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival by Sharon Hoyer

The largest puppet theater festival in North America returns to warm up crowds with a vast array of artistry from around the globe, including an adaptation of Ursula K. LeGuin's "The Left Ha…

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First Look Production Images Released for Already Perfect at King’s Head Theatre by Staff Writer

First look production images have been released for Already Perfect, the world premiere of a searing and uplifting new musical by Tony Award winner Levi Kreis The post First Look Production …

First Look Rehearsal Images Released for I’m Sorry, Prime Minister Ahead of West End Opening by Staff Writer

Rehearsal images have been released for I’m Sorry, Prime Minister, the final chapter of the evergreen comedy series Yes, Minister, which opens at the Apollo Theatre The post First Look Reh…

Full Cast Announced for MTFestUK 2026 at The Other Palace Studio by Staff Writer

MTFestUK returns to The Other Palace Studio this month with a dazzling cast confirmed for its 2026 season The post Full Cast Announced for MTFestUK 2026 at The Other Palace Studio appeared f…

Sleeping Beauty Breaks Records in 10th Anniversary Season at The London Palladium by Staff Writer

The London Palladium Pantomime has marked its 10th anniversary season in spectacular style, smashing box office records with the enchanting production of Sleeping Beauty The post Sleeping Be…

ATG Entertainment Announced as Preferred Operator for £76 Million Milton Keynes Events Venue by Staff Writer

Milton Keynes Development Partnership (MKDP) has named ATG Entertainment as its preferred partner to operate a brand-new, multi-purpose events venue in the heart of Milton Keynes The post AT…

On The RISE: January Events by Rise Theatre Directory

Our network partners are hosting some great events this month. Check out what’s On the RISE in the RISE Theatre Network. If you want to stay in the know, check out risetheatre.org.  Happ…

UNITED WE STAND IN MUSICAL THEATER NATION By Peter Filichia

So, last week marked the 75th anniversary of the opening of the first United Nations building. And given that each member nation gets one vote, we’ll pick one song from a musical that’s …

Anchored in Joy: NYGASP’s “H.M.S. Pinafore” Sails with Love and Laughter by Ross

The Off-Broadway Theatre Review: NY Gilbert & Sullivan Players’ H.M.S. Pinafore By Ross H.M.S. Pinafore has endured for nearly a century and a half because it understands exactly what …

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 13, 2026- WICKED To Welcome New Witches and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 13, 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…

City Theatre checks in on two icons with ‘Malcolm X & Redd Foxx’ by Shaylah Brown / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Talkin' Broadway Off-Broadway - "Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon" - 1/12/26 by Marc Miller

Attention, baby boomers: Get out your miniskirts and bell bottoms! Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon, a musical retrospective of Burt Bacharach and (mostly) Hal David, summons up the mid…

Making Videos Illustrating Venue Accessibility by Joe Patti

Pretty much every public event space, including theaters, will receive questions about the accessibility of their spaces and programs. There are even more questions when the space is a histo…

Lovers and fighters: how Les Liaisons Dangereuses reveals the passions of Christopher Hampton by Michael Billington

As the writer turns 80, his masterful adaptation of the French novel is being revived at the National Theatre. It highlights his lifelong interest in political power play I once dubbed Chris…

A Woman of a Certain Rage

The Replacements

Improv Cabaret’s Grand Revue

SHOWGIRLS! All That Glitters

Just Like Us March 12-29, 2026

IN THE STUDIO at the Parsons Theatre

Z-2025 Tenia Nelson Trio in Concert

Z-2025 Lessons From Fairytale High

Z-2025 El Javi in Concert

Z-2025 DREAMCATCHERS The Untold Stories of the Americas…. (World Premiere 2011)

Z-2025 Artrageous

Z-2024 William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Z-2024 The Second City: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly Sweater

Z-2024 Sugar Skull! A Dia De Muertos Musical Adventure!

Z-2024 Sister Act – A Divine Musical Comedy

Z-2024 Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Bluegrass Band

Z-2024 Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach Jr.

Z-2024 Miss Holmes

Z-2024 Ken Burns’ Leonardo da Vinci Screening with PBS12

Z-2024 Hitmakers of the 60’s & 70’s featuring the Music of Carole King, James Taylor & Friends

Z-2024 FACE Vocal Band

Z-2024 Ella & Louis – Jazz Music’s Perfect Partnership with Mary Louise Lee & Robert Johnson

Z-2024 DreamWorks Shrek The Musical Jr.

Z-2024 Boulder Philharmonic’s BEWITCHING: Halloween Extravaganza

Z-2024 Abigail Osborn in Concert

The Studio @ Parsons Theatre

Z-2023 Su Teatro’s El Espiritu Natural | the Spirit of Nature

Z-2023 The Reminders in Concert

Z-2023 The Music of Nat King Cole with Robert Johnson

Z-2023 The Lure of Alaska

Z-2023 The Enchanted Bookshop

Z-2023 Spring Awakening

Z-2023 Santa and the Slay

Z-2023 Rogue Gestures/Foreign Bodies by Nava Dance Theatre

Z-2023 No Tengo Miedo! a Halloween party in Spanish & English, with 123 Andrés!

Z-2023 Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR.

Z-2023 Los Mocochetes in Concert

Z-2023 Journey Into the Great Unknown (Colorado River)

Z-2023 Jarabe Mexicano’s “A Bordeño Soul Christmas!”

Z-2023 Irish Christmas in America: The Show

Z-2023 Inspiring Movement

Z-2023 Germany & Switzerland

Z-2023 Game of Tiaras

Z-2023 FACE Vocal Band

Z-2023 EGYPT, A Cruise Down the Nile: Cairo, Luxor, Valley of the Kings & Other Ancient Temples

Z-2023 Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS

Z-2023 Disney’s Descendants: The Musical

Z-2023 CJRO: Songs of Brazil and the Music of the Bronx Horns

Remembering Gail Cooper-Hecht — Celebrated New York Costume Designer by Joel Vig

“Best Actress Academy Award winner Geraldine Page accepts her trophy wearing a Gail Cooper-Hecht dress.” Courtesy of the estate The world of show business is filled with unique and unfor…