The flop that finally flew: why did it take 40 years for Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along to soar? by Michael Billington

Its 1981 New York premiere was a disaster but this told-in-reverse musical became a Tony award-winning hit with Daniel Radcliffe. The film version is a tear-jerking joy I have made enough mi…

Tony Winner Elizabeth Franz Dies at 84 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Franz is perhaps best remembered for the 1999 Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman, in which she starred opposite Brian Dennehy.

1536 Will Transfer to London's West End by Andrew Gans

Lyndsey Turner will direct Ava Pickett's award-winning historical drama.

Off-Broadway Spelling Bee Revival Extends by Logan Culwell-Block

The Rachel Sheinkin-William Finn musical is led by Glee's Kevin McHale.

PLAYBILLDER Spotlight: Why These California Students Chose The Laramie Project As Their School Play by Dylan Parent

Dougherty Valley High School students are learning how theatre can powerfully impact a community.

Video: WICKED: FOR GOOD Cast Join THE TONIGHT SHOW for WICKED Beat Bit

To officially kick off "Wicked Week" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the cast from the movie joined Fallon for a new edition of Wicked Beat Bit. Watch as Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Gra…

Hot Tickets of the Week: CHESS, SPELLING BEE & More

Ready to see your next Broadway show? Of course you are! Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting November 10…

Hazbin Hotel: Live on Broadway Streams on Amazon Prime Beginning November 17 by Meg Masseron

The concert held at the Majestic Theatre celebrated the season two release of the hit animated musical series.

Lea Michele is ‘sublime,’ but critics call the ‘Chess’ revival ‘impenetrable’ and ‘dicey’ by Ethan Alter

The long-awaited revival of the cult musical took its opening night bow on Broadway.

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Extends Run at New World Stages

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will extend its run off-Broadway through April 12, 2026, due to popular demand. The production opens tonight, Monday, November 17, at New World Sta…

Chess review – messy Broadway revival wastes catchy Abba songs by Jesse Hassenger

Imperial Theatre, New York A 1980s concept album, from Tim Rice and Abba members Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, is brought back to the stage with uneven results According to plenty of c…

WICKED: FOR GOOD Drops Exclusive Sneak Peek Clip on Peacock

Thrillifying news! Ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good, Peacock is dropping a surprise sneak peek clip of the film on Monday, November 17. The clip, available to view only on Peacock, f…

Richard Armitage, Bel Powley, Henry Rowley Narrate Audiobook for Alice Feeney’s ‘My Husband’s Wife’ (Exclusive First Listen) by Lexy Perez

The thriller author's new book comes amid the anticipated Netflix series adaptation of her novel ‘His & Hers’ starring Tessa Thompson.

The Queen of Versailles ***, The Baker’s Wife **** by Barry Gordin

By David Sheward November 17, 2025: Stephen Schwartz has the distinction of having three shows running simultaneously on New York stages. In addition to the long-running Wicked, Schwartz’…

Sleigh My Name: A Miss Robusta Christmas

RITA HAYWORTH: “The Heat Is On” starring Quinn Lemley

Impro’s Dickens Unscripted at North Coast Repertory Theatre

CHARLES BUSCH STARRING IN “THE LADY IN QUESTION”~1 NIGHT ONLY ZOOM READING! ALSO STARRING JULIE HALSTON AND DOUG PLAUT!

How to Write a Holiday at North Coast Rep Reading Series

The Adventures of Robin Hood at Theatre School @ North Coast Rep

OFC Creations Presents “Home for the Holidays with the Calamari Sisters”

Get An Inside Look at Toshi Reagon's Community Singing Project For Soho Rep, Songs for the Living by Meg Masseron

The series brought 11 New York City communities together to learn and sing music.

The Other Turandot: What’s Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Find out what’s happening in the opera, concert, and dance scene this week.

Hazbin Hotel: Live on Broadway Streams on Amazon Prime Beginning August 17 by Meg Masseron

The concert held at the Majestic Theatre celebrated the season two release of the hit animated musical series.

Barrett Foa to Star in A Very Queer Christmas Carol Reading in Los Angeles by Margaret Hall

Directed by Ryan O’Connor, the one-night-only concert reading drenches Dickens' famous tale in camp musical sensibilities.

New Musical in Development Will Spotlight Ballroom Trailblazer José Xtravaganza by Meg Masseron

Xtravaganza will feature a book by R. Eric Thomas, music and lyrics by Khiyon Hursey, and direction by Stevie Walker-Webb.

New Musical XTRAVAGANZA To Bring True Story Of Vogue Trailblazer To The Stage

XTRAVAGANZA, a new musical in development, is moving forward with an invited workshop presentation in New York. The project features music and lyrics by Khiyon Hursey, a book by R. Eric Thom…

New musical in development inspired by the life of ballroom icon José Xtravaganza by Andy Lefkowitz

Tony Award-nominated director Stevie Walker-Webb is at the helm of the new musical.

Musicals ‘Reunions’ and ‘Beau’ run Off Broadway simultaneously with ‘Richard II’ by Alan Smason

By LOU HARRY Musicals tend not to be humble. With rare exceptions, they announce themselves whether with well-known performers, high-profile source material, energetic dance, or visual spect…

Sean Hayes Will Star in The Unknown Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

Leigh Silverman will direct David Cale's solo play at Studio Seaview.

Photos: Cast of CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Curtain Call

The first-ever Broadway revival of Chess officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out photos of the cast, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele …

Sean Hayes Will Lead THE UNKNOWN Off-Broadway

Tony, Emmy & SAG Award winning actor Sean Hayes will return to the New York stage in THE UNKNOWN, a new one-man play by playwright David Cale, directed by Tony Award nominee Leigh Silver…

Sean Hayes to Star in Off-Broadway Thriller ‘The Unknown’ by Caitlin Huston

The play is slated for a 10-week run at Studio Seaview starting Jan. 31, 2026.

Sean Hayes Set For New One-Man Play ‘The Unknown’ Off Broadway by Erik Pedersen

Sean Hayes will be going it alone when he returns to the New York stage next year. The Good Night, Oscar Tony winner and two-time Emmy winner is set to star in The Unknown, a new one-man thr…

Sean Hayes To Star in One-Man Play THE UNKNOWN Off-Broadway This Winter

Today on his podcast “Smartless,” it was announced that Tony and Emmy-winner Sean Hayes will return to the New York stage in The Unknown. This new one-man play by David Cale, will be dir…

Sean Hayes to Star in New David Cale Solo Play Off-Broadway

Today on Broadway: Monday, Nov. 17, 2025 by Matt Tamanini

Critics weigh in on ‘Chess’ revival, Sadie Sink joins Lorde on stage, Cynthia Erivo performs ‘Wicked’ with Misty Copeland Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and o…

Lake Worth’s “Our Town” Shows Your Town is My Town Too by Bridget Callinan

Lake Worth Playhouse’s production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town leans into the melancholy that makes the play endure. It is not sad in a showy or theatrical way. Instead, it captures the…

Interview: John Guare and Craig Carnelia Revisit Sweet Smell of Success, the Musical That Got Away

Review: Bat Boy: The Musical by JK

Review of the Sunday, November 9, 2025 matinee performance at New York City Center in New York City. Starring Taylor Trensch, Kerry Butler, Gabi Carrubba, Andrew Durand, Mary Faber, Alan H. …

Alternatives to Traditional Browsers by Situation

1536 Transfers to the West End Following Sold-Out Almeida Run by Staff Writer

The critically acclaimed and award-winning production of 1536 will transfer to the Ambassadors Theatre for a strictly limited season The post 1536 Transfers to the West End Following Sold-Ou…

Talkin' Broadway on Broadway Review: "Chess" 11/16/25 by Howard Miller

In the world of Broadway musicals, here's a question to ponder. When is a concept no longer just a concept but a full-out and successful marriage between book and music? Applied to the reviv…

What Should I Do With My Playbill? by Michael Paulson

Readers ask about the most environmentally friendly thing to do with an unwanted program. And by the way, why is it always yellow?

Broadway’s Radical ‘Oedipus,’ With Mark Strong and Lesley Manville by Joshua Barone

Icke dusts off the classics the way a restorer brightens an old master painting. His latest project stars Mark Strong and Lesley Manville.

A Fats Waller Musical All But Disappeared (Until Now) by Will Friedwald

The jazz pianist and composer wrote music for the World War II hit “Early to Bed,” which was running when he died at 39. Two concerts will bring its songs back to life.

Video: CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows

The first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out a video from curtain call, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea M…

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 17, 2025- AIDA Oral History Dives Deep On the Iconic Musical and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend: NEW - BWW For You, Personalized Sto…

Ballet Dancers Are Starting to Prioritize Their Mental Health by Gia Kourlas and Thea Traff

Dancers are famous for buckling down and getting through it. But a new openness about mental health has companies and schools focusing on their well-being, both physical and emotional.

‘He caught what I thought was impossible’: Danny Boyle, Hanif Kureishi and others on the genius of Akram Khan by Interviews By Lyndsey Winship

Thikra: Night of Remembering is Akram Khan Company’s last touring show. Here, the choreographer and dancer’s collaborators recall how he motivated them Nitin Sawhney, composer, collabora…

Russell Tovey on pride, sexual power and politics: ‘The Green party slogan – make hope normal again – is what we need’ by Michael Cragg

One of the most prolific and popular actors of his generation, he reflects on therapy, homophobia, why he suspects now is the worst time in history for trans people, and his secret life as a…

National Youth Theatre Announces Landmark 70th Anniversary Season and £2.36M Inclusion Grant by Staff Writer

The National Youth Theatre (NYT) has unveiled the first details of its landmark 70th anniversary season, set for 2026, alongside a major funding boost for its flagship inclusion programme, A…

‘We say yes to what she gives us’: Perfect Show for Rachel, the hit comedy in which its learning disabled star calls the shots by Kate Wyver

This madcap variety show sees its titular lead direct proceedings from her control desk. Rachel, her co-star sister and their mum explain what it reveals about disability in the UK Rachel O…

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical to close in January 2026

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On the Couch with Mark Vincent

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Tony Winner Alex Newell Joins Chicago on Broadway Tonight by Alexandra Pierson

Alex Newell is officially back on Broadway, now as Matron "Mama" Morton in Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre. Succeeding Angela Grovey, Newell takes on the role after finishing performances…

Bay Street Theater’s Fahrenheit 451 Burns Bright in a Chilling 2025 by Roger Sichel

Bay Street Theater’s Fahrenheit 451 reimagines Ray Bradbury’s dystopia for 2025, under the sharp direction of Stephen Hamilton. Scenic and projection design by Mike Billings expands the …

Contest: Win a Copy of Cynthia Erivo’s book, ‘Simply More’

Enter to win a copy of "Simply More" by Cynthia Erivo. BroadwayWorld is giving away 10 copies of the Wicked star's new book, Simply More: A Book for Anyone Who Has Been Told They're Too Much…