Glitta Supernova: Body Map by Arts Review

Guiding you on an intimate fleshy foray through the parallel universes of 90s club culture and performative theatre, Australia’s cult pioneer of queer performance art, Glitta Supernova bri…

Review: ‘You Don’t Know Jack’ at Charm City Fringe Festival by Patricia Mitchell

MAP Underground, the 14 Karat Cabaret performance space in the basement of the Bromo Arts District’s Maryland Art Place, was the perfect venue to meet “philosopher clown,” Jack Golden.…

Review: Latin History for Morons

John Leguizamo returns to Broadway to teach us a lesson.

The Past Is Prologue For Tommy Tune’s Fundraiser At the Maltz by Bill Hirschman

Tune will headline a one-night-only benefit concert Nov. 18 for the Maltz Jupiter Theatre and its education programs. The theater hired a ten-piece orchestra and re-orchestrated the more mod…

Review: John Leguizamo Goes for Easy Laughs in ‘Latin History’ by Jesse Green

Two millenniums of oppression may not seem very funny, but in his latest one-man show, Mr. Leguizamo hones the art of comic revisionism.

Someone Loses When Everybody Wins by Joe Patti

I would swear sometimes that Seth Godin is spying on me and then writing blog posts based on what I am thinking at the time. Or maybe he is just good at writing stuff that you can easily pro…

Theater review: In troubling times, rom-com “Beau Jest” is a simpatico distraction by Joanne Ostrow, The Know

This is a fine production, pleasing for audiences seeking ultra-light comedy that steers clear of anything challenging.

Theater review: On its 20th anniversary, “Rent” returns to Denver as relevant than ever by Joanne Ostrow, The Know

Not only does the epic rock musical hold up, it's also still surprisingly relevant.

Review: ‘Latin History for Morons’ gives us footnotes, not a lesson by Elizabeth Bradley

In spite of significant limitations, it would be churlish not to acknowledge the ambitious aims and wide-ranging scope of “A Latin History For Morons”, a solo show written and performed …

Theater Review: Smallpox Stories that Slay, in Latin History for Morons by Sara Holdren

John Leguizamo knows exactly how to respond to the inevitable applause that greets movie actors when they make a first entrance on stage. He tells us to shut up. “Okay, people, stop, stop!…

Black Day, Sun Rises, Blood Runs by Arts Review

Australia’s rarely acknowledged history of frontier violence and massacres of Aboriginal people has become part of the permanent First Peoples exhibition at Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural …

John Leguizamo teaches ‘Latin History for Morons’ on Broadway by Joe Dziemianowicz

Like his earlier solo works, John Leguizamo whirls together autobiography, comedy and commentary in his latest work.

Video: Stephen Mahy & Sarah Morrison from Mamma Mia! by Matt Edwards

The brand new, reimagined production of Mamma Mia! is just weeks away from it’s Canberra opening night and the beginning of a national tour. To celebrate we caught up with Sarah Morr…

Tony Winner Alice Ripley to Star in THE LEARNED LADIES Musical Workshop with Musical Direction by Kimberly Grigsby by Alexa Criscitiello

Composer Ray Leslee Standup Shakespeare, Avenue X and playwright, actor, HBO Def Poet, Brian Dykstra, have teamed up with Musical Director Kimberly Grigsby Amelie, Spiderman, Spring Awakenin…

The artful artiface of Oscar Wilde’s ‘Earnest’ delights at Writers by Hedy Weiss

A gifted cast, marvelous sets and witty repartee fuel a marvelous production.

An 'Importance of Being Earnest' both earnest and elegant by Chris Jones

Over the years, especially Stateside, Oscar Wilde’s fin de siecle satire “The Importance of Being Earnest” has been turned into more of a hootenanny, replete with Lady Bracknell played…

Da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi sells for $450m

The work, painted around 1500, is believed to be the most expensive piece of art ever sold

Broadway Review: John Leguizamo’s Scorching ‘Latin History For Morons’ by Jeremy Gerard

Beginning with Mambo Mouth, the 1990 solo show at The American Place Theatre that marked his debut with the quiet subtlety of a cherry bomb in a trash can, John Leguizamo has filled his down…

Putting Women in Power: A Report from the Berkshire Leadership Summit

by Lauren Spencer When Rachel Fink began to climb the career ladder her biggest challenge seemed to be learning to navigate the process. The current managing director of Theatre Bay Area re…

The Business of Show Biz: Burning A Bridge

by Velina Brown Q: I saw the letter you posted on Facebook regarding the show about Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings. After reading the letter I could see what you and the group women who…

Dates set for Chicago’s 2018 Taste, music fests, Creative Youth Fest by Miriam Di Nunzio

The City of Chicago has designated 2018 as the "Year of Creative Youth."

Review: Latin History for Morons on Broadway: John Leguizamo searches for heroes by Jonathan Mandell

The ushers are wearing “Ghetto Scholar” sweatshirts in Studio 54,  where for his sixth solo show John Leguizamo stands in front of a blackboard and lectures on the history, politics, cu…

VIDEO: See the Latest Promo for HADESTOWN at Citadel Theatre by Stage Tube

See footage from the pre-Broadway production of Ana s Mitchell's musical Hadestown at the Citadel Theatre with a brand-new trailer

FREEZE FRAME: Beth Leavel and Christopher Sieber Get Hairy as Miss Hannigan Gives Daddy Warbucks a Buzz Cut! by Walter McBride

It's the hard-knock life Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, presents the hit Broadway Tony Award-winning musical Annie, based on 'Little Orphan Annie,' …

How Did Critics Review John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons on Broadway? by Adam Hetrick

The stage and screen star’s latest solo play officially opens on Broadway November 15 at Studio 54.

Review Roundup: The Critics Weigh In on John Leguizamo's LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS by Review Roundups

LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS, written and performed by John Leguizamo, officially opens tonight, November 15, 2017 at Studio 54 254 West 54th Street. This show is a strictly a limited engagement…

Grace Smart: Set designers should remember that it’s good to talk by Grace Smart

I’ve been hanging out with a large ‘set’ of designers – the official term – this week, and it’s been a timely

Editor’s View: Arts boards must provide real oversight following harassment allegations by Alistair Smith

What do the Old Vic and Shakespeare’s Globe have in common? A year ago, the Globe was embroiled in controversy over its

Heavy Is The Hand: A Review of Fade at Victory Gardens Theater and Teatro Vista by Hugh Iglarsh

Based in Los Angeles and making its local debut at Victory Gardens, Tanya Saracho's behind-the-curtain entertainment industry drama doesn't travel well.

The Drama League Expands DirectorFest by Tnobil

The Drama League has announced the expansion of its annual DirectorFest into a multi-week New York City event centered around the art of contemporary stage directing. Scheduled to take place…

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Murray Bartlett of M. Butterfly by Broadway.com

Murray Bartlett stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about M. Butterfly and more with Paul Wontorek.

‘School of Rock,’ ‘Nicky, Ricky, Dicky and Dawn’ Canceled at Nickelodeon by Joseph Otterson

Nickelodeon has canceled both “Nicky Ricky, Dicky, and Dawn” and “School of Rock,” Variety has confirmed. “Nickelodeon is not moving forward with production on …

Photo Flash: Lin-Manuel Miranda Raises Funds for Puerto Rico at the Geffen by BroadwayWorld

Tony, Grammy, Emmy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning composerlyricistplaywrightactor Lin-Manuel Miranda, in partnership with the Geffen Playhouse and Hispanic Federation UNIDOS, appeared at t…

Suspicions raised as delayed art auction goes ahead by Arts Review

The widely anticipated auction of Aboriginal & Oceanic Works of Art that was set to take place on Tuesday 14 November at Sydney’s Chifley Tower, will now take place tonight (Thursday 1…

London's National Makes Eye-Popping Fanfare of the Prince-Sondheim-Goldman "Follies" by David Finkle

In 1960 director-producer Harold Prince, always struck by the visual (perhaps more than the auditory?), spotted a Life magazine

‘Titanic’ to Be Re-Released in Theaters for 20th Anniversary by Dave McNary

James Cameron’s “Titanic” has been set for a 20th anniversary re-release in the Dolby Vision technology in 87 AMC theaters for a week, starting on Dec. 1. Dolby Laboratorie…

Goodman Theatre Celebrates 40 Years of ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Matthew Wexler

Chicago's Goodman Theatre launches a multimedia showcase reflecting the impact the production has made over 40 years: the “Humans of A Christmas Carol” photo project.

John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons on Broadway: Review, Pics, Video by Jonathan Mandell

The ushers are wearing “Ghetto Scholar” sweatshirts in Studio 54, where for his sixth solo show John Leguizamo stands in front of a blackboard and lectures on the history, politics, cult…

Behind the Curtain: Indecent by Jacqueline Medina

Go behind the curtain of the Tony Award-winning play Indecent with Writer Paula Vogel, Director Rebecca Taichman, Producer Daryl Roth, and various cast members. Indecent comes to GREAT PERFO…

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society elects new board leadership by Caitlin Huston

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society has elected a new vice president and a new secretary. The union, which has an active membership of 3,000 stage directors and choreographers in …

Class Notes: From “Portuguese Kid,” Mary Testa by Lauren Class Schneider

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to cast member Mary Testa about “Portuguese Kid,” playing at Manhattan Theatre Club. Class Notes actively covers New York’s current the…

Video Flash: Max Crumm and Lucy DeVito Are a Hot Mess

Watch clips from Dan Rothenberg and Colleen Crabtree's new comedy.

Video Flash: John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons Opens on Broadway Tonight

The solo show previously played at Berkeley Repertory Theatre and the Public Theater.

Video Flash: Max Crumm and Lucy DeVito Are a Hot Mess

Watch clips from Jonathan Silverstein's new comedy.

Pittsburgh Improv signs new lease; expansion planned for 2018 by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Here’s some comedy news that’s no joke: the Pittsburgh Improv has signed a new long-term lease and will begin an expansion project next year with an eye on bringing top-level acts to tow…

Highland Park’s Lauren Tom watches opportunities grow for Asian talent by Bill Zwecker

The actress' character on 'Andi Mack' undergoes a change on this week's episode.

Broadway’s ‘Come From Away’ being made into feature film by Variety

The show was a sleeper hit, propelled by strong reviews and seven Tony nods.

MISS JULIE Jermyn St Theatre, SW1 by Libby Purves and Friends

SEX, SHAME , THE STROP OF THE RAZOR     I rashly confessed on Twitter that I spent the afternoon before this astringent production of a Strindberg play revelling in the happy furry…

Katharine McPhee Sells Out Cafe Carlyle Debut; Adds Late Show! by BroadwayWorld

Acclaimed actresssinger Katharine McPhee makes her Caf Carlyle debut with a show comprised of timeless jazz standards titled I Fall In Love Too Easily, November 21-25.

Odds & Ends: Steve Kazee's Inside Look at Pretty Woman: The Musical & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Steve Kazee's Inside Look at Pretty Woman: The Musical Steve Kazee is gearing up for the Chicago debut of the Broadway-…

Thirst Trap: 40 of Broadway's Sexiest Men RN

It's about to get thirsty up in here.

“Willy Wonka”—Eccentric as Ever, at BACT, Berkeley by Rosa Del Duca

Michael Mohammed Blends Old & New in Chocolate Factory by Rosa del Duca Willy Wonka is getting old and she needs an heir. That’s right. She. “Willy” (intense and mysterious Mary Gi…

5 Reasons We're Mourning "Difficult People"

The Hulu series was canceled after three seasons. Here’s why it’s hard to say goodbye. The lovable unlikeable characters. The title says it all: Julie Kessl…

THE BAND'S VISIT's David Yazbek to Return to 54 Below with Guest Katrina Lenk by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award nominee and composer of the critically-acclaimed Broadway musical, The Band's Visit, David Yazbek returns to Feinstein's54 Below on December 11 at 7pm for an encore show after fiv…

Disney-Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Breaks Box Office Record in Mexico by Dave McNary

Disney-Pixar’s animated family comedy “Coco” has set a box office record in Mexico, becoming the top film as measured in local currency. “Coco,” which premiered…

EXCLUSIVE: Take a Sneak Peek at Gabrielle Ruiz’s Solo In Tomorrow Night’s Crazy Ex-Girlfriend by Ruthie Fierberg

Watch the musical clip from the November 17 episode before it airs.

John Leguizamo’s Latino-History Lecture by Michael Schulman

Michael Schulman on John Leguizamo’s new one-man Broadway show, ”Latin History for Morons,” in which the actor tries to find a hero for his son’s history project.

Photo Flash: The Minutes Makes Its World Premiere at Steppenwolf Theatre

Anna D. Shapiro directs longtime collaborator Tracy Letts's play.

Theater News: Casting Set for Sovereignty at Arena Stage

Mary Kathryn Nagle's play is directed by Molly Smith.

Photo Flash: Beth Leavel, Christopher Sieber, and Stars of Annie Meet the Press

Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin, and Thomas Meehan's classic musical comes to Paper Mill Playhouse under the direction of Mark S. Hoebee.

Theater News: Drama League Expands Annual DirectorFest Event

The event will take place throughout Manhattan this January.

VIDEO: Patrick Page, Amber Gray, Reeve Carney and More in New Trailer for HADESTOWN at Citadel Theatre by BroadwayWorld

Get ready for the pre-Broadway production of Ana s Mitchell's musical Hadestown at the Citadel Theatre with a brand-new trailer

Modern Love: Modern Love Podcast: Andrew Rannells, Live From Toronto by The New York Times

On this week’s podcast, the “Girls” star tells the story of one of the most consequential evenings of his life.

Disney’s Prince Charming Movie Moves Forward With Stephen Chbosky by Dave McNary

“Wonder” writer-director Stephen Chbosky has signed on to pen and possibly helm Disney’s live-action movie “Charming,” a re-telling of the Prince Charming folk …

BWW TV: Christopher Sieber, Beth Leavel, the Orphans and More Preview ANNIE in Rehearsal at Paper Mill by BroadwayWorld TV

It's the hard-knock life Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, presents the hit Broadway Tony Award-winning musical Annie, based on 'Little Orphan Annie,' …

A Never-Before-Seen Inside Look at Alvin Ailey Dance’s Rehearsal for Victoria by Ruthie Fierberg

Watch as choreographer Gustavo Ramirez Sansano creates his latest work for Alvin Ailey’s City Center season.

Chita Rivera Will Present A Legendary Celebration of Her Career in January by Robert Viagas

She will perform the solo concert in Tucson, Arizona, January 23, 2018.

Photo Coverage: John Stamos, Rory O'Malley and More at Garry Marshall Theatre Founder's Gala by Lily Lim

The new nonprofit Garry Marshall Theatre's First Annual Founder's Gala will forever be held on November 13th - Garry's birthday and lucky number. John Stamos hosted the event earlier this we…

Westfield News Group ArtsBeat for 11/15/17 by Mark G Auerbach

Westfield News Group ArtsBeat for 11/15/17. "The Color Purple" is Bushnell-bound. User-friendly performances at Hartford Stage, Berkshire Theatre Group, Goodspeed, Springfield Symphony and m…

An Exclusive First Look at Donna: The Donna Summer Musical by Hannah Vine

The new musical charts the life of the Queen of Disco, told through the dramatic lens of her final concert.

Photo Flash: First Look at Danny Gardner, Ashley Spencer and More in CRAZY FOR YOU at D.C.'s Signature Theatre by BroadwayWorld

Signature Theatre presents The Gershwins' amp Ken Ludwig's musical comedy Crazy For You. This new production is directed by Signature Theatre's Associate Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner S…

Theater Review: Actually Is Theater for This Weinstein Moment by Sara Holdren

Leaving Anna Ziegler’s taut, devastating new play Actually — directed with a deft, unsparing sense of forward motion by Lileana Blain-Cruz at MTC — I was haunted by echoes of sound des…

VIDEO: Watch a Preview for Broadway's INDECENT, Airing This Friday on PBS by TV News Desk

The Broadway's Best lineup on PBS continues this week with the Great Performances presentation of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel's Tony Award-winning play Indecent, premiering…

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical World Premiere Extends Again at La Jolla by Adam Hetrick

LaChanze, Ariana DeBose, and Storm Lever portray the disco icon in the world-premiere musical that officially opens November 19.

Photo Flash: First Look - John Leguizamo Teaches LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS, written and performed by John Leguizamo, officially opens tonight, November 15, 2017 at Studio 54 254 West 54th Street. This show is a strictly a limited engagement…

50th Anniversary of Hair Will Be Celebrated With National Tour by Andrew Gans

Michael Arabian will direct the new production, which will open in Los Angeles in April 2018.

Look Sharp: A Review of Lizzie at Firebrand Theatre by Emma Couling

The inaugural production from Firebrand Theatre resonates boldly.

Theater News: Come From Away to Be Adapted Into a Feature Film

The Mark Gordon Company will produce and finance a screen adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical.

Hayley Mills Heads Off-Broadway; Encores! Off-Center Names New Artistic Directors: NY Briefs by Jeremy Gerard

What do Lee Marvin, James Franco, Patty Duke and Hayley Mills have in common? Too easy, I know. But only one of them is heading to New York’s City Center for a new play making the roun…

Billie Piper, Ivo van Hove’s The Damned, and More Tapped for Park Avenue Armory Season by Olivia Clement

The uptown venue reveals its 2018 programming spanning theatre, dance, and music.

Broadway Phantom Star James Barbour Will Help NYC Hoteliers Roll Out the ‘Red Carpet’ by Robert Viagas

He will sing a number from his show at the annual gala for the NYC hotel trade group.

Light Up Night greets the season with concerts, parties and pop-ups by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Comcast Light Up Night will come with a special Blast! rooftop party atop the U.S. Steel Tower, but you don’t have to spring for that $100 VIP ticket to see the pop star with the rooftop p…

Photo Exclusive: First Look at LaChanze, Ariana DeBose and Storm Lever in New Donna Summer Musical at La Jolla Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Due to popular demand, La Jolla Playhouse announces another week-long extension for its world premiere of SUMMER The Donna Summer Musical, featuring songs by Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder an…

Premiere Date Set for Kristen Bell's TV Series Encore!; First Episode to Feature Into the Woods by Broadway.com

The upcoming TV series Encore! has set a debut date. The show will make its first appearance on ABC on December 10. The previously announced show, produced by Kristen Bell, will allow v…

Come From Away to Be Adapted into a Feature Film by Andy Lefkowitz

The celebrated Broadway musical Come From Away is headed to the big screen. The Mark Gordon Company announced today that it will produce a screen-musical version of the show about the tight-…

Jeanine Tesori & Anne Kauffman Named Joint Artistic Directors of 2018 Encores! Off-Center by Andy Lefkowitz

New York City Center President and CEO Arlene Shuler has announced Jeanine Tesori and Anne Kauffman as co-artistic directors for the 2018 Encores! Off-Center season. They take over for Micha…

James Barbour, Christine Ebersole, Billy Stritch & More to Offer Holiday Concerts at Birdland This December by BroadwayWorld

Birdland Jazz Club has announced its December 2017 lineup, featuring Eliane Elias, Stacey Kent, Freddy Cole Quartet, The Birdland Big Band with Special Guest Vocalist Veronica Swift, 'A Swin…

“Long Day’s Journey Into Night” coming to the Wallis 2018 by Pauline Adamek

Eugene O’Neill’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Long Day’s Journey Into Night  comes to the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (The Wallis) for a limited

Review: Good Art, Bad Men and Samuel Pepys in ‘17c’ by Laura Collins-Hughes

Big Dance Theater’s animated investigation of Samuel Pepys reads like a refraction of our recent monster parade.

AlieNation: The Journey I Never Made & A Story of Love and Soccer by Joseph Pisano

Adhering admirably to its cultural mission, Kairos Italy Theater is treating downtown audiences to a double-bill of smartly written Italian one-acts, each exploring the contentious topic of …

'Titanic' celebrates 20th anniversary by sailing back into AMC theaters by Usa Today, Usa Today

Fans of Rose and Jack can book passage now for another trip on 'Titanic,' which will screen at AMC theaters starting Dec. 1.        

Original Broadway Producer Bringing 50th Anniversary Production of HAIR to L.A. Before National Tour by BroadwayWorld

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of HAIR - The American Tribal Love-rock Musical, Michael Butler, the Broadway producer who brought the musical to its greatest fame and popularity, an…

M. Butterfly by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Inspired by the true case of an affair between French diplomat Bernard Boursicot and Chinese opera singer Shi Pei Pu from 1960 – 1986 which led to a trial for espionage, Hwang’s problem …

Les Misérables Tony Winner Frances Ruffelle Adds December Date to Her Cabaret Show by Robert Viagas

Frances Ruffelle Live(S) in New York! continues on at The Green Room 42.

Anne Kauffman and Jeanine Tesori Named Co-Artistic Directors for Encores! Off-Center Season by Andrew Gans

The summer series has presented acclaimed engagements of Violet, Little Shop of Horrors, A New Brain, and more.

Tony-Winning Broadway Musical Come From Away Heading to the Silver Screen by Adam Hetrick

The show’s Tony-winning writers, Irene Sankoff and David Hein, will write the screenplay for The Mark Gordon Company.

Jason Robert Brown Adds a Second Show at SubCulture With Stephen Schwartz by Ruthie Fierberg

The two award-winning composers add a 10PM performance to their December concert date.

Theater News: Anne Kauffman, Jeanine Tesori to Be Co-Artistic Directors of 2018 Encores! Off-Center

They take over from the late Michael Friedman in presiding over the New York City Center summer concert series.

Special Reports: How Big of a Latin History Moron Are You? Find Out in 10 Questions

Take this diagnostic test before you embarrass yourself at John Leguizamo's Broadway show.

Get Social: 20 reasons why our #StageFaves love theatre! #LoveTheatreDay

To celebrate #LoveTheatreDay, we rounded up 20 top #StageFaves tweets that show what makes theatre so special. We’ve got lots of love, magic, inspiration, debuts, surprises and even chin-l…

‘Come From Away,’ ‘Falsettos,’ ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ Join Ahmanson’s Upcoming Season by Rebecca Rubin

Center Theatre Group announced Wednesday that three Broadway productions have been added to its 2018-19 season at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. Irene Sankoff and David Hein’s mu…

Five Reasons Indecent is a Must-See Play by Melissa Major

by Elisa Lichtenbaum When Indecent opened on Broadway earlier this year, it was hailed by critics as “captivating and gorgeous” (Time Out New York) and “a heart-stirring reminder of th…

VIDEO: Inside Rehearsal for Irving Berlin's HOLIDAY INN at The 5th Avenue Theatre by BroadwayWorld

The 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn kicked off rehearsals last week, and BroadwayWorld has footage of the talented cast performing in the recent readsing r…

Carey Mulligan cast in Dennis Kelly’s Girls and Boy at Royal Court by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The Royal Court has announced that Carey Mulligan has been cast in the world premiere of Dennis Kelly's play Girls and Boys. This post Carey Mulligan cast in Dennis KellyR…

Park Avenue Armory Unveils Its 2018 Season by Joshua Barone

Its vast drill hall will host productions by artists including Ivo van Hove, Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker and William Kentridge.

BWW TV: Learn from John Leguizamo in Highlights from LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS, Opening Tonight on Broadway by BroadwayWorld TV

LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS, written and performed by John Leguizamo, officially opens tonight, November 15, 2017 at Studio 54 254 West 54th Street. This show is a strictly a limited engagement…

‘Come From Away,’ Hit Broadway Musical, Being Made Into Feature Film by Brent Lang

“Come From Away,” the Tony Award-winning musical hit, will be made into a feature film. The Mark Gordon Company has picked up rights to the Broadway show and has enlisted Irene S…

‘Come From Away’ to be made into feature film by Caitlin Huston

“Come From Away” may be coming to a theater near you. The Mark Gordon Company announced Wednesday that it will produce and finance a film adaptation of the Broadway musical. The screenpl…

Tony-Winning Musical ‘Come From Away’ Being Made Into A Film by Anita Busch

Nominated for seven Tonys and winning for Best Direction, the Broadway musical Come From Away is being made into a movie, courtesy of the Mark Gordon Co. Two-time Tony nominees and Outer C…

VIDEO: Tim Rogan, Britney Coleman, Donna McKechnie and More in New Trailer for THE PAJAMA GAME at Arena Stage by BroadwayWorld

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presents The Pajama Game, directed by Alan Paul in his Arena Stage debut, with music and lyrics by Richard Adlerand Jerry Ross, and book b…

John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons Opens on Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The stage and screen star’s latest solo play officially opens on Broadway November 15 at Studio 54.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to Tour- Nine Weeks Left of Broadway by Mark A. Robinson

Broadway’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the musical confection that is based on the children’s book by Roald Dahl and the subsequent film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, wil…

Ben Platt to Appear in People’s Sexiest Man Alive Issue by Ruthie Fierberg

The 24-year-old Tony winner earns the title of Sexiest Broadway Performer.

Stop the World! Broadway's COME FROM AWAY Being Adapted for the Big Screen by BroadwayWorld

The Mark Gordon Company MGC today announced that it will produce and finance a feature film adaptation of the widely acclaimed Broadway musical Come From Away.

VIDEO: BC/EFA's Tom Viola Accepts Lifetime Achievement Award at 'ROCKERS ON BROADWAY' by BroadwayWorld

Broadway HERO Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway CaresEquity Fights AIDS received a Lifetime Acheivement Award at Rockers on Broadway, presented by Donnie Keih. Dozens of stars from B…

La Bayadre at 30- Classic Staged at ABT May 18-24 by Susan Reiter

Until 1980, La Bayadre, a ballet that was over a century old and had been continuously performed in Russia, had never been seen in the West. Now, 30 years later, Natalia Makarova's icon…

Tony Winner Ben Platt Named PEOPLE's 'Sexiest Broadway Performer' by TV News Desk

While Blake Shelton may have been named PEOPLE's 2017's 'Most Sexiest Man Alive,' Broadway has it's own hottie who earned a spot on the magazine's annual list

Greenhouse Studio Slots Now Available by Bt

Much-coveted studio theatre rental slots have opened for 2018 at the Greenhouse Theater Center. Our two 60 seat studios include a full array of lighting and audio equipment, and come with a …

The Greenhouse Theater Center Seeks Proposals for 2018 Solo Performance Lab by Bt

The Greenhouse Theater Center is currently seeking proposals for new solo pieces to be developed during its 2018 Solo Performance Lab. Teams of artists (writer, actor, director) are encourag…

Photo Flash: First Look at THE MINUTES by Tracy Letts at Steppenwolf by BroadwayWorld

Previews are underway for Steppenwolf Theatre Company's highly anticipated world premiere of The Minutes by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning ensemble member Tracy Letts. BroadwayWorld h…

Broadway Keeps the Lights on with Alternate Holiday Schedule by BroadwayWorld

The holidays are a perfect time to see a show. Broadway performs every day of the week at multiple curtain times to accommodate every schedule, including holidays. During Thanksgiving and Ch…

PANIC EVERYTHING’S FINE offers catastrophe and coping mechanisms by Audrey Moyce

You could call it an exploration of the butterfly effect on a schizophrenic scale.

Lili Taylor to Lead 'FARMHOUSE/WHOREHOUSE' Artist Lecture at BAM by BroadwayWorld

BAM presents 'FarmhouseWhorehouse an Artist Lecture' by Suzanne Bocanegra, starring Lili Taylor, December 12-16, 2017 at BAM Fisher Fishman Space, 321 Ashland Place.

FIRST-LOOK PHOTOS: John Owen-Jones, Noel Sullivan & the 39-strong Tiger Bay cast in action by Press Releases

Tiger Bay the Musical officially receives its world premiere tonight (15 November 2017) at Wales Millennium Centre, where its strictly limited season runs until 25 November 2017 at this icon…

On the Road Again by American Theatre Editors

Mainspring Arts Cooperative plays matchmaker for ambitious new theatre pieces and content-hungry venues around the U.S.

Anne Kauffman & Jeanine Tesori Named Co-Artistic Directors for 2018 Encores! Off-Center Season by BroadwayWorld

New York City Center President amp CEO Arlene Shuler today announced Anne Kauffman and Jeanine Tesori as Co-Artistic Directors for the 2018 Encores Off-Center season.

King Lear and the Old Vic’s Long Day’s Journey Tapped for BAM Season by Olivia Clement

The Brooklyn theatre reveals its 2018 winter-spring lineup.

KATE O’DONNELL: YOU’VE CHANGED – Touring ★★★★★ by Kristy Stott

Kate O’Donnell quite literally bares all in her new show, You’ve Changed, a hilarious and honest account of her transition in 2003. Using the backdrop of the 1930s to add a unique twist,…

Obituaries: Frank Corsaro, Broadway and Opera Director, Dies at 92

Corsaro directed the original production of The Night of the Iguana.

Theater News: Broadway League Sets Date for 2018 Jimmy Awards

The National High School Musical Theatre Awards prepares for its 10th year.

Theater News: Hayley Mills to Star in New York Premiere of Party Face

Amanda Bearse directs the new comedy from Isobel Mahon.

Theater News: EXCLUSIVE: A Letter to Harvey Milk Musical to Make Off-Broadway Debut

The new work is based on the short story by Lesléa Newman.

Livestreaming the IETM Brussels Plenary Pluralist Populist Poetics—Friday 24 November by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. IETM - International network for contemporary performing arts presents an opening plenary speech Pluralist Populist Poetics by Eleanor Bauer from the IETM Brussels Meeting 2…

Five Burning Questions with Kris Kringle The Musical Star Andrew Keenan-Bolger

Andrew Keenan-Bolger talks growing up obsessed with Sondheim, Christmas traditions, and the reality of being a young Broadway star.

Patrick Wilson and Kelli O’Hara Preview Their Highly-Anticipated Brigadoon by Ruthie Fierberg

The star performers both say they feel “home” in Christopher Wheeldon’s production for City Center Encores!, which opens November 15.

‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ to Close on Broadway by Andrew R. Chow

The show, starring Christian Borle as Willy Wonka, opened in April with high hopes after a London production was retooled.

10 gifts for the theater lover

Wondering what to get your favorite theater lover this holiday season? Read on for my 10 suggestions for 2017. (Chris Jones)

Simon Callow Will Star in New Version of Oscar Wilde’s De Profundis by Andrew Gans

Frank McGuinness penned the new stage adaptation.

What’s Going On In NYC This Week by Orli Santo

AWAKE AND SING! plays with ideas of realism and idealism, and it will likely strike a resonant chord in a 2017 America in which many families are struggling. The cast features Luzer Twersky,…

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Will Close on Broadway by Andy Lefkowitz

Broadway will bid farewell to a world of pure imagination when the new musical adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory plays its final performance on January 14, 2018. Char…

Livestreaming the IETM Brussels Opening Keynote Speech Art in the Age of Populism—Thursday 23 November by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. IETM - International network for contemporary performing arts presents the opening keynote speech Art in the Age of Populism by Eric Corijn from the IETM Brussels Plenary Me…

Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya, Royal Festival Hall, London — a magic moment reprised

The pianist and his band celebrated a groundbreaking South African jazz album

Ti vedo, ti sento, mi perdo at La Scala, Milan — meditations on a baroque composer

Salvatore Sciarrino’s new opera is both philosophical and hypnotic

Shostakovich/Messiaen, St John’s Smith Square, London — cataclysmic, transcendent

A programme that illuminated surprising connections between two works that emerged from the second world war

Broadway: Struggling “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” Will Close in January 2018 by Roger Friedman

It wasn’t meant to be. “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” will close its Broadway run on January 14, 2018. It’s been a Categories: Featured Theater(Read more...)

Fresh Rheingold, Nixon and Comte Ory Among 2010-11 Met Offerings by Playbillarts Staff

The Met has unveiled its 2010-11 season, which will boast seven new productions, including two company premieres and the first two parts of a new Ring cycle.

DOUBLE TROUBLE – Intermission Youth Theatre by Laura Kressly

It can be tough to get kids to engage with Shakespeare. Many of them see the foreign-sounding language and old-fashioned stories as irrelevant to the issues they battle as growing up today.

Cirque du Soleil finds the coolest setting for ‘Crystal’ by Tricia Despres - For The Sun-Times

While Cirque Du Soleil lays claim to more than 40 productions, adding the element of ice brought with it a slew of challenges.

Theater News: The Play That Goes Wrong Announces North American Tour in 2018-19 Season

The comedy recently welcomed a whole new cast on Broadway.

Theater News: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Will End Its Broadway Run

The new musical based on Roald Dahl's classic novel opened this spring.

Photo Flash: Spamilton Celebrates 500 Performances

Gerard Alessandrini's Hamilton send-up continues performances at the 47th Street Theatre.

Theater News: Judith Light, Lois Smith, and More Join Cast in Benefit of Right Before I Go

The one-night-only performance of Stan Zimmerman's play will be held at Town Hall on December 4.

Live from New York, it’s Atlanta’s Michael Stiggers; plus, what’s hot on Broadway by Jim Farmer

Michael Stiggers never saw himself pursuing a professional career in acting, much less living in the Big Apple with a Broadway stint under his belt. But now he’s doing just that. Performin…

Review: ‘Crazy for You’ at Signature Theater by Gina Dalfonzo

I have a perpetual soft spot for Crazy for You, which was the first show I ever saw on Broadway. What with George and Ira Gershwin songs, Tony-winning choreography by Susan Stroman, and the …

Disney stole “Pirates of the Caribbean” screenplay, Colorado writers claim in lawsuit by Kirk Mitchell

Colorado screenwriters sue Walt Disney company claiming theft of 1999 screenplay for "Pirates of the Caribbean."

‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ is launching a national tour by Caitlin Huston

“The Play That Goes Wrong” is hitting the road. The show, which is the longest-running play currently on Broadway, announced Wednesday that it will launch a North American tour i…

Broadway Hit 'The Band's Visit' Backed By CT Producers by Christopher Arnott

The new Broadway hit “The Band’s Visit” is the story of a snappily dressed Egyptian police band whose travel plans go awry. They find themselves in Bet Hatikva, a desolate Israeli town…

CADY DID Web Series, Starring Cady Huffman, Announces Production Team by TV News Desk

Amidst the Indiegogo campaign for its second original series, 'Cady Did,' Monday Morning Productions is announcing members of the production crew who will bring the online comedy, starring T…

Judith Light and Vanessa Williams Join Right Before I Go by Robert Viagas

Tony Award winners Ellen Burstyn and Elizabeth Ashley will also appear in the December 4 benefit at Town Hall.

Good Time — a lurid shot in the arm for cinema

Robert Pattinson stars as a vulpine fugitive in Josh and Benny Safdie’s restless shaggy dog story

Women Playwrights Lead 2018 Humana Festival World Premieres by Adam Hetrick

Five out of the six world-premiere plays selected are written or created by female theatre makers.

Features: Top ten alternative Christmas shows

Looking for something a little different over the festive period? We round up ten shows that will turn your Christmas on its head

10th Annual JIMMY AWARDS Set for Next June at the Minskoff by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway League announces that the 10th annual JIMMY AWARDS will take place on Monday, June 25, 2018 at 730pm at the Minskoff Theatre, 200 West 45th Street in Manhattan.

Warner Bros.’ ‘Charlie And The Chocolate Factory’ Sets Broadway Closing by Jeremy Gerard

The producers of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – chiefly Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures – said today that the musical will close January 14, 2018 at the Nederlander Organizati…

Breaking: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Will Close Up Shop; National Tour Will Launch in Fall 2018 by BroadwayWorld

There are nine remaining weeks to see the new musical Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The final performance will be on Sunday, January 14, 2018 after playing 27 previews and …

‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ to close up shop by Caitlin Huston

The chocolate factory is closing up its Broadway shop. “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” announced Wednesday that it will close on Jan. 14, 2018, at which point the show will have play…

West End Return of Emma Rice's Brief Encounter Announces Full Casting by Andy Lefkowitz

Isabel Pollen and Jim Sturgeon will star in the new West End mounting of Emma Rice's acclaimed take on Noël Coward's Brief Encounter. The previously announced production ha…

Hit Broadway Comedy The Play That Goes Wrong Will Launch a National Tour in 2018 by Ryan Gilbert

The Broadway smash hit comedy The Play That Goes Wrong, currently the longest-running play on the Great White Way, will launch a North American tour during the 2018-2019 season, including a …

Mercedes Ruehl on Torch Song, Why Michael Urie Gives Her Hope, Her Incredible Career & More by Broadway.com

Known for landmark performances on both the stage and screen, Mercedes Ruehl is currently breaking hearts alongside Michael Urie in Harvey Fierstein's Torch Song. The Oscar and Tony…

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Sets Closing Date on Broadway by Andrew Gans

A national tour has also been announced.

BroadwayWorld Seeking Editorial Interns for Winter 2018! by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has just opened up new opportunities for interns to join the team for WinterSpring 2018

Step Inside Broadway’s John Golden Theatre by Hannah Vine

Inside the Theatre, the photo feature series that documents Broadway’s historic playhouses, continues with the John Golden.

The hits keep on coming: 'Motown the Musical' returns to Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Motown the Musical” tells the story of founder Berry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to the music mogul who launched the Motown sound, along with the careers of Diana Ross, M…

A First Look at The Public’s Mobile Unit Run of The Winter’s Tale by Marc J. Franklin

The free production is currently touring New York City’s five boroughs before heading to the Public for a sit-down run.

THE PARENT TRAP's Hayley Mills to Star in PARTY FACE at City Center by BroadwayWorld

Producers Robert Driemeyer, Morgan Sills and Jan Warner have announced the New York Premiere of PARTY FACE, a new comedy by Isobel Mahon Glenroe, Fair City and directed by Amanda Bearse …

How theatre stalwart Celia Johnson nearly turned down Brief Encounter by Nick Smurthwaite

Wartime love letters reveal the 20-year veteran of the stage had a deep-seated suspicion of cinema and almost did not take the

Mike Poulton: ‘I don’t work to commission. I only write what I want to write’ by Nick Smurthwaite

Political intrigue from the past is meat and drink to the writer, who has followed up his adaptation of Wolf Hall with

War and Peace actor Tom Burke to set up new theatre company by Giverny Masso

Actor Tom Burke has set up a new theatre production company. The company, called Ara, has been formed in collaboration with Israeli

Kickstarter launches new platform to help theatremakers raise regular funding by Georgia Snow

Crowdfunding platform Kickstarter has introduced a new service designed to enable artists to raise recurring financial support. While Kickstarter enables one-time project

ITV sets up drama school bursary in memory of Coronation Street creator Tony Warren by Georgia Snow

ITV has established a bursary to fund a young actor from a disadvantaged background attend drama school. It has been created in

Photo Flash: A Toast! SPAMILTON Celebrates 500 Performances Off-Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Last night, Tuesday, November 14, the cast and crew of the hit off-Broadway show Spamilton celebrated an impressive 500 performances since opening in July of 2016. The critically acclaimed s…

Golden Globe predictions slugfest: ‘Lady Bird’ ahead for Best Film Comedy/Musical? [VIDEO AND PODCAST] by Daniel Montgomery

“I’ve got ‘Lady Bird’ winning,” says Paul Sheehan in a Golden Globe predictions slugfest with Chris Beachum and Daniel Montgomery to debate Best Film Comedy/Mus…

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Big Fish at The Other Palace by Emma Clarendon

Frasier's Kelsey Grammer stars in Nigel Harman’s UK premiere of Broadway musical Big Fish, based on the Tim Burton film. The production continues at The Other Palace in London until 30 Dec…

Theater News: Karen Olivo to Release Debut Solo Album

The album, Leave, will include an original song written by Olivo herself.

Theater News: Brooke Shields Joins Tonya Pinkins and More in The Happiest Millionaire Concert

The Disney film will celebrate its 50th anniversary at Joe's Pub.

Capital Fringe Festival moves to the waterfront next July; performer apps open today by Lorraine Treanor

Visitors to DC’s new waterfront area this July will find themselves amidst the 2018 Capital Fringe Festival crowd. Capital Fringe announced today that their upcoming festival (July 7 &…

Brooke Shields Will Help Lesley Ann Warren Bring Happiest Millionaire to Life Onstage by Robert Viagas

The actor-model will join the original star of the classic 1967 Disney film in a December 3 benefit concert at Joe’s Pub.

THIS ONE’S FOR THE GIRLS Opening by Barry Gordin

The amusing new musical THIS ONE'S FOR THE GIRLS by Dorothy Marcic and directed by Tamara Kangas Erickson is a series of witty snapshots chronicling celebrated archetypical women’s role mo…

Go Behind the Scenes of The National Theatre’s Follies by Hannah Vine

A backstage look at the London production, set to screen in movie theatres internationally beginning November 16.

Jenn Colella-Led GROUP, Plays by David Henry Hwang, Enda Walsh and More Set for Drama League's 'DirectorFest' by BroadwayWorld

The Drama League announced today the expansion of their annual event, DirectorFest, into a multi-week, city-wide festival focusing on the art of contemporary stage directing.

Actors Theatre of Louisville Announces 2018 Humana Festival by American Theatre Editors

The festival will feature 6 world premieres, including works by Leah Nanako Winkler, Susan Soon He Stanton, and Deborah Stein.

Folk-Punk Musical Hundred Days Begins Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The new show from The Bengsons kicks off at New York Theatre Workshop November 15.

Nancy Opel, Jen Cody, and More Join Villain: DeBlanks by Robert Viagas

The November 15 edition of Off-Broadway’s Villain: DeBlanks will also feature Tally Sessions and Jeff MCCarthy.

Review: ‘Hamlet’ at Aquila Theatre Company by Sophia Howes

Straight Outta Denmark Hamlet has a storied history, and the title role is one of the greatest in Shakespeare. It is also universally parodied:  the BBC’s 60 Second Shakespeare tabloid re…

UK doubles number of visas for international creative workers by Georgia Snow

The government has announced it will double the number of exceptional talent visas available for creative workers from around the world to

Lincoln Center to Discontinue Lincoln Center Festival by Olivia Clement

The 22nd annual summer event was the last.

‘A Quick 5’ with Celeste Jones by Mark Beachy

Celeste Jones is currently playing the role of Billie Holiday in Rep Stage’s production of “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.”  There’s not much time left to s…

Brooke Shields Signs on for THE HAPPIEST MILLIONAIRE Benefit at Joe's Pub by BroadwayWorld

TV and theater favorite Brooke Shields will join the cast of the one-night-only benefit performance of Disney's The Happiest Millionaire, it was announced today.

Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool — Annette Bening in a clash of cultures

Early ’80s England is lovingly recreated in this tale of Gloria Grahame’s unlikely later years

Mudbound — a devastating Deep South epic

A pin-sharp tale of racial division in Mississippi after the second world war

Justice League — steroidal superhero romp

Zack Snyder’s DC Comics adaptation is at times barely coherent

The Play That Goes Wrong Will Launch North American Tour by Andrew Gans

The 2018–2019 tour will include a five-week run in Los Angeles.

Ingrid Goes West — nippy black comedy for the Instagram age

Strong performances from Aubrey Plaza and Elizabeth Olsen in Matt Spicer’s social media satire

Breaking: COME FROM AWAY, FALSETTOS and THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Join the Ahmanson's 2018-19 Lineup by BroadwayWorld

Center Theatre Group announced three new productions fresh from Broadway that will join the 2017 Tony-winning Best Musical in the 2018-2019 season at the Ahmanson Theatre. Moving musicals 'C…

Congrats: METEOR SHOWER's Keegan-Michael Key Pops the Question! by BroadwayWorld

Keegan-Michael Key, who makes his Broadway debut in Steve Martin's METEOR SHOWER, took to Twitter today to share the news that he and director and producer Elisa Pugliese are engaged

Judith Light, Vanessa Williams and More Join RIGHT BEFORE I GO. Benefit for Suicide Awareness by BroadwayWorld

Producers announced today that two-time Emmy and Tony Award-winner Judith Light, multiple Grammy, Tony and Emmy Award nominee Vanessa Williams, stage and screen star Lois Smith, and Wilson B…

Meteor Shower Star Keegan-Michael Key Is Engaged by Andy Lefkowitz

Keegan-Michael Key, the Emmy winner who is currently making his Broadway debut in Steve Martin's comedy Meteor Shower, has another reason to celebrate! He popped the question to director…

Read Reviews for Anna Ziegler’s Actually by Playbill Staff

The new drama explores themes of race, truth, and sexual consent on a college campus.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG to Bring Laughs and Chaos Across America by BroadwayWorld

The producers of the Tony Award-winning Broadway hit The Play That Goes Wrong, currently the longest-running play on Broadway, will mount a North American tour for the 2018-2019 season, incl…

Review: ‘M. Butterfly’ at The Court Theatre by Richard Seff

The characters Song Lilig and her consort René Gallinard are back on Broadway. Their play is M.Butterfly and its tale of a romance between a French diplomat (Gallinard, played by Clive Owen…

MOTHER COURAGE & HER CHILDREN – Southwark Playhouse ★★★ by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

Josie Lawrence gives a great performance as Mother Courage despite the heartache she endured on a daily basis. Giving such a poignant performance you feel like her “On stage” children we…

Broadway Unplugged: The Mad Ones Stars Emma Hunton & Krystina Alabado Perform "Freedom"

Emma Hunton & Krystina Alabado belt their faces off singing Kerrigan-Lowdermilk's "Freedom" from off-Broadway's The Mad Ones.

Photo Flash: Anna Ziegler's Actually Opens at New York City Center

Alexandra Socha and Joshua Boone star in Manhattan Theatre Club's production.

Review: Thoughtful and moving, “Cardboard Piano” is a play worth remembering by Andrew Alexander

The dawning of the year 2000 — Y2K, as it was ominously called — was not the apocalyptic disaster that some would have led us to believe. A lot of things may have turned to crap …

VIDEO: Sneak Peek 'Therefore I Am' Episode of THE FLASH by Stage Tube

On the next episode of THE FLASH titled 'Therefore I Am' Barry Grant Gustin comes face to face with DeVoe guest star Neil Sandilands. Devoe's past is revealed through flashbacks. Meanwhile,…

Milwaukee Rep’s Raucous “Murder For Two” Brings Down The House by Matthew Perta

Reviewed By: Matthew Perta Highly Recommended Whoever would’ve thought murder mysteries – you know, those [...]

West End’s Young Frankenstein Will Welcome a New Monster by Andrew Gans

Tony winner Shuler Hensley created the role on Broadway and in the current production at London’s Garrick.

Schiller’s Don Carlos and David Walliams musical in Nuffield Southampton Theatres 2018 season by Roda Musa

Nuffield Southampton Theatres has announced its 2018 season, which includes Tom Burke starring in Don Carlos. The season is to be spread

Obituary: Trevor ‘Ziggy’ Byfield by Michael Quinn

Trevor Byfield’s career was unusual in its division between his Ziggy Byfield persona – in which he was prominent in the fashion

Plummer calls his replacement of Spacey in film 'ironic' by John Carucci

NEW YORK (AP) -- Christopher Plummer says he doesn't feel like he's replacing Kevin Spacey in the upcoming Ridley Scott film "All the Money in the World&…

30th Anniversary Phantom is Peter Jöback by Mark A. Robinson

The Broadway production of The Phantom of the Opera, the unstoppable megahit musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Richard Stilgoe and Charles Hart, is about to turn 30. Fo…

Features: Love Theatre Day: Around the UK in 14 amazing theatres

To celebrate Love Theatre Day, we round up all our tour videos from our Regional Theatre Focus

Photos: In pictures: Behind the scenes at Follies

New images have been released offering a peek at the backstage magic happening on the Olivier stage for Follies

Casting Complete for London Return of Brief Encounter by Andrew Gans

Performances will begin in March 2018 at the Empire Cinema Haymarket.

In the Moment: Arena Stage and USO “Annual Military Thanksgiving” by David Siegel

It is a season of thanksgiving and spending time with family and friends. But, untold numbers of D.C. and Baltimore area military families spend the Thanksgiving holiday away from loved one…

BWW TV: Head the the Highlands with Highlights of Kelli O'Hara, Patrick Wilson & More in BRIGADOON! by BroadwayWorld TV

New York City Center brings the Lerner and Loewe classic, Brigadoon, out of the Highlands mist for the musical's 70th anniversary in a star-studded concert production that unites celebrated …

Go Behind the Scenes of the Bryan Cranston-Led Network by Ruthie Fierberg

Tony-winning director Ivo van Hove takes us inside his London stage adaptation of the 1970s Oscar-winning film.

Why we should separate the art, the artist & the allegations by Susan Elkin

I continue to appreciate the work of theatre people like Max Stafford-Clark, Kevin Spacey – and no doubt others yet to come – too. We have to hold on to a balance.

Get Social: Go #Backstage on #LoveTheatreDay in 10 tweets!

It’s time to celebrate all things theatre on #LoveTheatreDay 2017 in association with The Stage! Ever wondered happens backstage at your favourite musicals? Now is your chance to find out …

A liberal hits the road to play heartlanders in ‘The Real Americans’ by Nelson Pressley

Dan Hoyle’s solo show, now in D.C., has channeled U.S. frictions since 2010.

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, November 15, 2017 by Susan Grace

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Melissa Errico Sings Her Favorite Stephen Sondheim Songs in NYC Cabaret Show, Starting November 17 by Robert Viagas

The sold-out November 17–18 Melissa Errico Sings Sondheim added an encore December 4.

Stephen Schwartz Will Join Jason Robert Brown for Two Shows at SubCulture! by BroadwayWorld

He wrote Wicked, he wrote Pippin, he wrote Godspell, he wrote Children of Eden, he wrote The Baker's Wife, he wrote Pocahontasand Enchanted and The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of …

Inside the Opening Night of Anna Ziegler’s Actually by Hannah Vine

The new Off-Broadway drama at Manhattan Theatre Club explores themes of race, truth, and sexual consent on a college campus.

Marie Christine Composer Plans November 17 Post-Show Talkback at Chicago Revival by Robert Viagas

Five-time Tony Award nominee Michael John LaChiusa will take questions after that day’s performance.

Simon Callow to star in Oscar Wilde’s De Profundis by Giverny Masso

Simon Callow is to perform in a new stage adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s De Profundis in the West End. The adaptation by

Tony-Winning Director Nicholas Hytner Releases His Memoir by Robert Viagas

The book by the original director of Miss Saigon and the 1994 revival of Carousel is now available.

Photo Coverage: MTC Celebrates Opening Night of Anna Ziegler's ACTUALLY by Jennifer Broski

Manhattan Theatre Club's New York premiere of Actually, the new play by Anna Ziegler The Last Match, Photograph 51, directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz Pipeline and presented in association with …

Photo Coverage: Maltby & Shire Celebrated at The Friars Club by Stephen Sorokoff

Friars have socialized and been entertained by every major Broadway and Great American Songbook composer starting with Friar George M. Cohan, who in addition to writing over 50 Broadway show…

Photo Coverage: Legends Live On at ROCKERS ON BROADWAY, with Michael Cerveris, Lesli Margherita & More! by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

ROCKERS ON BROADWAY, the original Broadway rock concert series, a fun unique charity event, featuring Broadway's best rockin' out with a live band. Proceeds to benefit Broadway CaresEquity F…

Julie Halston’s Birdland Show Will Be Packed With Life, Death & Filler by Robert Viagas

The Broadway and nightclub performer returns to NYC for a November 20 concert.

Diary: Bit nippy for nude hippies by Tabard

Anyone who has to perform in front of large numbers of people on a regular basis will know that it is very

NEWS: Jermyn Street presents premieres of Woman Before a Glass & Network-inspired Mad as Hell by Press Releases

Jermyn Street Theatre’s dynamic 2018 spring season 2018 focuses on scandal and its impact with four plays: Woman Before a Glass, Mad as Hell, Hilda & Virginia and The Dog Beneath the …

Diary: Royal Court is goat-to theatre for a night on the hoof by Tabard

Tabard has often thought that being a director must be a bit like being a shepherd – keeping the flock (or actors)

Casting announced for Jerome K Jerome rediscovery at Finborough Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo a unique rediscovery of The Passing Of The Third Floor Back by Jerome K Jerome, author of Three Men In A Boat is to open at the Finborough Theatre from 28 November 2017 This …

In pictures (November 16): Glengarry Glen Ross, New Diorama, Richmond Theatre, West Yorkshire Playhouse and more… by The Stage

The latest press night parties, new shows in rehearsal, events and awards from the theatrical world in pictures. This week’s highlights include opening nights

Video Archive: Marvin Carlson: 10,000 Nights at the Martin E. Segal Theatre Center in New York City—Wednesday 15 November 2017 by [email protected] (thea)

By HowlRound TV. The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center in New York City presented Marvin Carlson: 10,000 Nights livestreamed on the global, commons-based peer produced HowlRound TV network at h…

Hamlet: November 15 by Harry Venning

Drama schools support fight against harassment (your views, November 16) by The Stage

In light of reports and allegations across our industry on sexual harassment and unacceptable behaviour, we welcome the contents of the code

Will Future Storytelling Include Live Theatre? by [email protected] (jdstokely)

By Jonathan Mandell. Jonathan Mandell looks at the Future of Storytelling festival in Staten Island, which featured exhibits, productions, and performances using virtual reality, augmented r…

NEWS: Simon Callow performs De Profundis in West End’s Oscar Wilde season, TICKETS ONSALE by Press Releases

Simon Callow will perform Frank McGuinness’s new stage adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s De Profundis at the West End's Vaudeville Theatre for a limited run of just six performances from 3 to …

Watch: Off-Broadway’s New Jersey Boys Are Back in Action by Adam Hetrick

The Tony-winning hit about Franki Valli and the Four Seasons is gearing up for its Off-Broadway run at New World Stages.

SEE IT: Lady Gaga stops concert to help bleeding fan by Peter Sblendorio

Here's another reason to give Lady Gaga some "applause."

Watch Darren Criss Become a Murderer in Trailer for Versace: American Crime Story by Logan Culwell-Block

The series, which also stars Ricky Martin and Penélope Cruz, premieres January 17 on FX.

How many #StageFaves can you fit into the run of a Christmas cabaret? @BarricadeBoys announce a line-up of 20+ musical guest stars!

How many #StageFaves can you fit into the run of a Christmas cabaret? 21 and counting it turns out, as The Barricade Boys have announce the incredible line-up of guest stars for their festiv…

BWW's On This Day - November 15, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on November 15 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

'Titanic' sailing back into theaters for one week

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Twenty years after Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet fell in love on that doomed ship, "Titanic" is sailing back into theaters for one week....

NEWS: David Walliams’ Billionaire Boy, Isango Ensemble & Women in Power in Southampton 2018 launch season by Press Releases

Director of Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Samuel Hodges, today announces their new season for 2018. This announcement also marks the opening of the brand new NST City, NST’s newly built t…

Katherine Bourne thrives amid her family’s musical dynasty by Hedy Weiss

The Bourne family possesses glorious voices that, when joined in unison, create one of the most beautiful, multi-layered sounds imaginable.

Ben Platt Lands on Forbes 30 Under 30 List by Adam Hetrick

The 24-year-old Tony-winning Dear Evan Hansen star was named among the most influential of 2018.

Lincoln Center to End Its Namesake Summer Festival by Michael Cooper

Jane Moss, who revived the center’s Mostly Mozart festival, will take control of all summer programming with the demise of the Lincoln Center Festival.

Theatre News: David Walliams musical and new Howard Brenton play in Nuffield 2018 season

Samuel Hodges has announced the new season for the recently redeveloped Nuffield Southampton Theatres

Theatre News: Kneehigh's adaptation of Brief Encounter announces cast and West End run details

Emma Rice's production will open next spring

My first job: Joan Iyiola – ‘I learnt the value of asking for help when I need it’ by John Byrne

My first job was in the 2012/13 winter season at the Royal Shakespeare Company. The shows were Boris Godunov, The Orphan of

'Come From Away,' 'Falsettos' added to Center Theatre Group's next season by Jessica Gelt

Center Theatre Group will announce Wednesday the addition of three productions to its 2018-19 season, including the 9/11 musical “Come From Away.” Irene Sankoff and David Hein’s show, …

NEWS: Emma Rice’s Brief Encounter returns to West End, Full cast announced by Press Releases

Kneehigh’s production of Noël Coward’s Brief Encounter, adapted and directed by Emma Rice, will again be produced live on stage at a West End cinema after its 2008 success.

Obituary: James Sharkey by Michael Quinn

When The Stage published its first edition of The Stage 100 list in 1997, James Sharkey was one of only two agents

Vocal teacher Rosie Williamson: ‘My guru of musical theatre perfection is Julie Andrews’ by John Byrne

Rosie Williamson teaches at Arts Educational Schools London, the Sing Space and in her private vocal practice. She tells John Byrne about

Review: Romantics Anonymous at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse by Alice Saville

Self-awareness, irony and sweaty palms: Alice Saville reviews Emma Rice's joyful, chocolate-covered love story. The post Review: Romantics Anonymous at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse appeared …

Exclusive Podcast: 'Behind the Curtain' on CELEBRATION, MERMAN's APPRENTICE, and More by Behind The Curtain

Rob and Kevin sing from Sunset Boulevard, the insanity of recitative, Rob and Kevin try to speak with the young kids, Kevin advocates for Lil Abner, the brilliance of Jones amp Schmidt, how …

The Maxamoo Podcast Reviews JUNK, SOLSTICE PARTY! VEIL'D, and More by Maxamoo

On the latest episode of the Maxamoo podcast, Diep, PennyMaria, and Lindsay talk about what they've seen on the stage lately, including Solstice Party, The Elephant in Every Room I Enter, Ve…

Maxine Peake to star in Happy Days at Royal Exchange by Georgia Snow

Maxine Peake and Sarah Frankcom are to collaborate on a new production of Samuel Beckett’s Happy Days next year. It is the

Dreamgirls’ Marisha Wallace performs two intimate concerts in London by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo As she prepares to take over the role of Effie in Dreamgirls Marisha Wallace announced two concerts at the Charing Cross Theatre. Book Now! This post Dreamgirls’ Marish…

The Green Room: Do you think theatre is well represented on TV? by Jon Dryden Taylor

Meet our panel: We have given our panellists pen-names and used stock images but their biographies reflect their real career details…​​ Albert

Network, National Theatre, London, review: A magnetic yet weighty performance by Bryan Cranston by Holly Williams, Holly Williams

The 'Breaking Bad' star plays news anchorman Howard Beale in the stage adaptation of Paddy Chayefsky's 1976 film, walking the line between anger and madness perfectly

How to fill out your UCAS form when applying for drama school by Samantha Marsden

Not all drama schools accept applications through UCAS as some are run privately, but many of them do. Samantha Marsden talks to

Thanksgiving feast takes center stage in 'The Humans' by Arthi Subramaniam / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

It’s not just the six actors who take center stage in “The Humans.” There’s also the dinner — an elaborate Thanksgiving spread with a whole turkey and all the trimmings.

THE RETREAT – Park Theatre ★★★ by Carole Woddis

With Kathy Burke’s imprimatur attached as director, my expectations were high for Sam Bain’s The Retreat although everything else about the writer was unknown to me.

Feature: When Black Gold Blossoms and Lives Forever by Charlotte Maxwell

Stargazing is both an art and a science, a pursuit with a broad enough appeal for the dreamer and the realist. Accompany this with the pain of losing a sibling and the joy of reminiscing on …

The Hundred and One Dalmatians: Birmingham Rep’s dazzling feat of canine puppetry by Nick Smurthwaite

Birmingham Rep is adapting Dodie Smith’s much-loved book for its seasonal show. Its director and designers tell Nick Smurthwaite how a cast

Birmingham Dance Hub plans approved by council by Georgia Snow

Plans to build a new hub to support dance artists in Birmingham and the West Midlands have been given the go-ahead from

Darcey Bussell, Susan Calman and Jonnie Peacock join Strictly Come Dancing Tour by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo TV judge Darcey Bussell, comedian Susan Calman and Double Paralympic Champion Jonnie Peacock will all be joining the Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Tour. This post Darcey Buss…

NEWS: Time Productions presents Tiny Dynamite at The Old Red Lion by Press Releases

Tiny Dynamite, by award-winning playwright and screenwriter Abi Morgan, returns to London for its first professional revival in 15 years. This play, one of her early works, explores how tiny…

VIDEO: Darren Criss in Official Trailer for THE ASSASSINATION OF GIANNI VERSACE by TV News Desk

Below, watch the official trailer for THE ASSASSINATION OF GIANNI VERSACE AMERICAN CRIME STORY. The next installment of FX's award-winning original series premieres January 17th.

Phoenix Rising review at Smithfield Car Park, London – ‘powerful promenade piece’ by Tim Bano

Four years ago director Maggie Norris launched the Big House, a charity using drama to work with people who had left the

Theatre News: Tom Burke to star in Don Carlos

The Three Musketeers star will play Rodrigo, Marquis of Posa

Review: Review: The Dark Room (Theatre503)

Audrey Sheffield directs the UK premiere of Angela Betzien's play

Theatre News: Frankenstein and new Maxine Peake play in Royal Exchange 2018 season

Michael Boyd will also direct a production of The Cherry Orchard

Theatre News: Simon Callow to perform De Profundis in the West End

Frank McGuinness' adaptation of Oscar Wilde's final letter will open in January

BEGINNING – National Theatre & West End by Aleks Sierz

It’s about three in the morning on a Saturday night in the living room of a one-bedroom flat in Crouch End. Laura is a 38-year-old managing director, and it’s the tail end of her housewa…

14 Backstage Memes every theatre tech will relate to! #LoveTheatreDay

They're the unsung heroes of the theatre world and anyone who's ever won an award for acting on a stage knows they'd be lost without them! The tech team is the backbone of every theatre prod…

Shakespeare Festival St. Louis becomes a 'true festival' with 2 shows at one time by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

'Blow, Winds' premiers downtown during the run of 'Romeo and Juliet' in Forest Park

Women share stories in 'The STEM Monologues' by Aaron Brezel St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Misogyny in science technology, engineering and math (STEM) is well documented, but where enrollment and employment statistics lack, “The STEM Monologues” is there to provide a face and …

The ‘Lion King’ Effect: How a Broadway Smash Changed South African Lives by Michael Paulson

Over 20 years, hundreds of performers have joined the show in cities around the globe. These are some of their stories — laced with hope, tragedy, homesickness and triumph.

Long Day’s Journey Into Night Announces Casting and US dates by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Full casting and USA dates are announced for Richard Eyre's production of Long Day's Journey Into Night at Wyndham's Theatre. Book Now! This post Long Day’s Journey Int…

Take a look at the StageFaves who'll face the music and dance in Top Hat this Christmas @gatehouselondon

Highgate's Upstairs at the Gatehouse theatre is hosting the fringe premiere of TOP HAT and they've just announced the cast who'll be joining Joanne Clifton. So let's take a look at the Stage…

DAMES AT SEA – Edinburgh by Thom Dibdin

Leading lady Mona is driving director Hennessy mad with her diva ways. One of the chorus line has gone awol. And little Ruby from Utah has come to Broadway with big dreams.

BWW Morning Brief November 15th, 2017 - 'LATIN HISTORY', BRIGADOON and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news John Leguizamo's LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS opens on Broadway, and BRIGADOON bows this evening at New York City Center

Review: Lysistrata Jones (Refuge Theatre Project) by Scotty Zacher

Spike Lee’s recent film Chiraq adapted Lysistrata to Chicago's South Side, replacing an epic Greek war with equally epic gang violence. The stakes in Lysistrata Jones? Basketball. More spe…

NEWS: ‘Ella Fitzgerald’ joins for The Rat Pack’s West End return, Full cast announced by Press Releases

Final casting has been announced for the West End return of The Rat Pack - Live from Las Vegas, which starts performances on 13 December 2017 at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, home to its firs…

Three Journeys From South Africa to ‘The Lion King’

For 20 years, the hit Broadway musical has reserved places in its cast for South African performers. We followed three of them backstage before a show.

Review: The Illustrated ‘Farewell’ / The Wind / Untouchable at the ROH by Anna Winter

A finely-tuned marriage of musical understanding and feeling: Anna Winter reviews a triple bill of works performed by the Royal Ballet. The post Review: The Illustrated ‘Farewell’…

Review: Ugly Chief at Battersea Arts Centre by Lauren Mooney

A living funeral: Lauren Mooney on Victoria Melody's "staggeringly beautiful" show, made in collaboration with her Dad. The post Review: Ugly Chief at Battersea Arts Centre appeared first on…

NETWORK Lyttelton, SE1 by Libby Purves and Friends

PROFIT AND  A PROPHET: RANTINGS AND RATINGS     I came to  this a day late for tedious domestic reasons, but since the original film is about a news anchor , Howard Beale, going …

Review: Twelfth Night at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford Upon Avon by Geoff Mills

Wildean wantonness: Christopher Luscombe's resplendent revival is luscious but loud. The post Review: Twelfth Night at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford Upon Avon appeared first on Ex…

Competition: Win a family ticket to Once Upon A Snowflake at the Chelsea Theatre by The Stage

Liza has gone missing, and no one knows where she can be. One thing’s for certain, those mysterious Winter Sprites have something

Los Angeles Theater Review: KING CHARLES III (Pasadena Playhouse) by Samuel Garza Bernstein

WOMEN BEHAVING BADLY In Mike Bartlett’s play about the imagined aftermath of Queen Elizabeth II’s death, men hold inherited titles, but women, both living and dead, hold the keys to powe…

A chocolatier's view on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Interview By Laura Barnett

Chantal Coady of the Rococo chocolate company applauds a new stage production of Roald Dahl's book – and remembers her own real-life Willy WonkaI first read Roald Dahl's book when I was fi…

Maxine Peake’s play Queens of the Coal Age to get stage premiere by Mark Brown Arts Correspondent

True story of four women who occupied Lancashire colliery in 1993 set for run at Manchester’s Royal Exchange A play by the actor Maxine Peake that tells the true story of four women who we…

Mark Shenton: Can screen actors make the transition to theatre work? by Mark Shenton

Some performers are stage actors and others are film or television actors: better suited either for the larger gestures of filling a

Matt Trueman: Theatre could do with zooming out to give the bigger picture by Matt Trueman

The personal is political. Theatremakers have turned the maxim of 1960s activism into a mantra of their own. Individuals sit within political

Andrzej Lukowski: What is the most successful British drama this century? The answer may surprise you by Andrzej Lukowski

What’s the most successful original British stage drama of the 21st century? I should stress the ‘original’, which means I’m not having

Nancy Opel & Tally Sessions Set for Tonight's VILLAIN: DEBLANKS Benefit for Food Bank of NYC by BroadwayWorld

NYC's favorite fill-in-the-blanks comedy returns to The Green Room 42 tonight, November 15 - with proceeds to benefit The Food Bank of New York City.

Recycle Your Style! Broadway Green Alliance Hosts Fall Textile Drive Today by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway Green Alliance BGA is sponsoring a textile drive today, November 15th, from 1100 a.m. - 200 p.m. in Duffy Square 46th Street between 7th Avenue and Broadway in Times Square.

BRIGADOON Opens with Gala Performance This Evening at New York City Center by BroadwayWorld

Aasif Mandvi will join the star-studded cast of the New York City Center Gala production of Brigadoon this fall.

'CHASING MEM'RIES' World Premiere, Starring Tyne Daly, Opens Tonight at the Geffen by BroadwayWorld

The World Premiere of Chasing Mem'ries A Different Kind of Musical, starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Tyne Daly and featuring new and original songs by award-winning lyricists Alan amp Mar…

Arts therapy: listening helps children tune into their potential

From Kabul to Hackney, music lessons help the young through tough times

Breaking Down Bughead's Breakup in Riverdale Rapid Fire Recap by Young Hollywood

Breaking Down Bughead's Breakup in Riverdale Rapid Fire RecapTake a look back on some of our favorite moments with the cast of "Riverdale" in the YH Studio and the craziness that has ensued …

The Arts on Stamps of the World — November 15 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

John Leguizamo's Latest Solo Comedy Latin History for Morons Opens on Broadway by Broadway.com

Tony nominee John Leguizamo officially returns to Broadway on November 15 when his new solo play Latin History for Morons opens at Studio 54. Tony Taccone directs the show which began previe…

The Caretaker by Arts Review

Bringing a classic of absurdist theatre to the Sydney stage, Throwing Shade Theatre Company presents Harold Pinter’s The Caretaker at The Actor’s Pulse Studio, Redfern, from 22 Nove…

Africa’s growing art scene turns to private funding

Rising global interest in the continent’s artworks coincides with a surge of investment from homegrown wealth

Whistling Girl Turns Dorothy Parker’s Witty Words Into a Cabaret Act November 17–18 by Robert Viagas

Honor Heffernan will recreate her London performance for the Irish Arts Center in NYC.

Solstice Party!, The Elephant in Every Room I Enter, Veil’d, Junk by Maxamoo

Diep, PennyMaria, and Lindsay what we’ve seen on the stage lately: Solstice Party! by Susan Soon He Stanton from Live Source Theatre Group at A.R.T/New York Theatres (0:50) The Elephant in…

Smash Star Katharine McPhee’s 7 Favorite Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Favorites of the American Idol finalist, who makes her Café Carlyle debut this month, include Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt, and more.

Can You Sing The Lion King Tonight? by Logan Culwell-Block

In honor of this Disney musical’s 20th year on Broadway, we’re finding out how well you know the lyrics to the long-running hit!

Why I Love 'Small' Theatre - A tribute to those little shows far too few see

A tribute to those "little" shows far too few see---I've always had a fascination with small things. As a child, I briefly collected foreign stamps, clear marbles, shiny pennies, tiny seashe…