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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Exclusive: City Center announces full 2026-2027 season, including complete Encores! slate by Andy Lefkowitz

Andy Blankenbuehler and Sam Pinkleton will helm 2027 Encores! productions at New York City Center.

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Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS raises a record $7.1 million in spring red bucket fundraising competition by Andy Lefkowitz

Audiences across 54 productions helped surpass last year’s record by contributing to the iconic red buckets following performances on Broadway, Off-Broadway and on national tours.

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Monday, April 27, 2026

2026 Tony Honors will go to 1/52 Project, Jake Bell, Kenn Lubin and Loren Plotkin by Andy Lefkowitz

The Tony Awards administration committee has announced four recipients of the annual honors recognizing extraordinary industry achievement outside established competitive categories.

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Friday, April 17, 2026

Khaila Wilcoxon to join Broadway company of 'SIX' by Andy Lefkowitz

The former "SIX" star will succeed original cast member Adrianna Hicks at the Lena Horne Theatre for a limited engagement.

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Thursday, April 9, 2026

P!NK will host the 79th annual Tony Awards by Andy Lefkowitz

P!NK will make her hosting debut on Broadway's biggest night when the ceremony returns to Radio City Music Hall this June.

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Monday, April 6, 2026

Exclusive: PBS Great Performances broadcast of 'Suffs' to receive special advance screening in NYC by Andy Lefkowitz

Original cast members will reunite for a live performance and panel at the Town Hall.

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Friday, March 20, 2026

Lea Michele sets departure date from 'Chess' on Broadway as production extends by Andy Lefkowitz

The revival has announced the release of a new block of tickets.

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Sunday, March 15, 2026

Stage alums take home Oscars at 2026 Academy Awards by Andy Lefkowitz

The 98th annual Oscars celebrated several actors with roots in theater during a ceremony hosted by Conan O'Brien in Los Angeles.

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Friday, March 13, 2026

Broadway Cares launches 2026 edition of annual spring Red Bucket fundraising competition by Andy Lefkowitz

Cast members and volunteers at Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring productions will collect donations through April 26 to support essential social services.

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Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Exclusive: New technology, Impulse, allows creative teams to visualize choreography before rehearsals begin by Andy Lefkowitz

The digital tool uses motion capture and Unreal Engine to help choreographers, producers and designers collaborate on large-scale movement during pre-production.

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Friday, March 6, 2026

'Liberation' wins Outstanding Broadway Production at 37th GLAAD Media Awards by Andy Lefkowitz

Liza Minnelli received a special storytelling honor and the film adaptation of "Kiss of the Spider Woman" took home the top film award at the Jonathan Bennett-hosted ceremony.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 05:28PM
Thursday, March 5, 2026

Broadway stars and shows recognized among 50th anniversary Olivier Award nominations in London by Andy Lefkowitz

"Oh, Mary!," "Every Brilliant Thing" and "The Great Gatsby" are among the Broadway-connected nominated shows.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 08:58AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Broadway marquees to dim in memory of deceased industry veterans at upcoming quarterly ceremony in March by Andy Lefkowitz

The Broadway in Memoriam Committee has announced a group of actors, writers and journalists who will be honored.

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Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Cody Andrus joins Pekoe Group as director of integrated marketing by Andy Lefkowitz

The veteran theater marketer transitions to the Broadway advertising agency following a nearly two-decade career in the New York nonprofit sector.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 05:18PM

Ann-Margret to receive lifetime achievement honor at 2026 Chita Rivera Awards by Andy Lefkowitz

The stage-and-screen legend will be recognized for her contributions to dance during the May 18 ceremony at NYU's Skirball Center.

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Monday, March 2, 2026

Noah Weisberg to lead industry presentation of Lenny Bruce musical by Andy Lefkowitz

The tragicomic tuner by Walter Marks will receive a private industry presentation in New York.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 11:05PM
Friday, February 27, 2026

Casting directors of 'Buena Vista Social Club,' 'English' and 'Maybe Happy Ending' named winners at 41st annual Artios Awards by Andy Lefkowitz

The Casting Society honored several Broadway productions, as well as shows that were produced Off-Broadway and regionally.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 03:06PM
Thursday, February 26, 2026

Exclusive: TDF and 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' to partner on accessibility initiative by Andy Lefkowitz

The "Jellicle Ball for All" program will provide theater access to more than 3,000 individuals through expanded community and disability services.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:29AM
Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Broadway's 'MJ' to host Black History Month talkback moderated by Scottie Beam by Andy Lefkowitz

The special "Joy Through Legacy" event will explore the enduring impact of Black artists.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 05:33PM

Disney's 'Aladdin' debuts onstage proposal packages at New Amsterdam Theatre by Andy Lefkowitz

The new experience allows couples to propose on a Broadway stage and see their names in lights on 42nd Street.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 03:49PM
Monday, January 26, 2026

Tonys Awards announces 2026 ceremony date by Andy Lefkowitz

Venue, nominations date and broadcast details have also been revealed.

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Thursday, January 22, 2026

Kids' Night on Broadway sets 2026 return by Andy Lefkowitz

Theatergoers age 18 and under can see a show for free when joined by an adult paying full price.

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Erik Newson receives promotion at ATG Entertainment by Andy Lefkowitz

The industry longtimer is now ATGE's senior vice president of music, comedy and events programming in North America.

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Dan Point named president of local musicians union by Andy Lefkowitz

Point previously held roles as the union chapter's recording vice president and chief of staff.

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Broadway League announces 2025 League Leadership Awards by Andy Lefkowitz

The awards recognize the outstanding efforts of League members.

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Monday, December 15, 2025

Broadway revival of 'Art' recoups investment by Andy Lefkowitz

The production will wrap up its limited run on Dec. 21.

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Thursday, December 11, 2025

Actors Fund Home announces new board and honorary council by Andy Lefkowitz

An affiliate of the Entertainment Community Fund, the home offers senior care at its space in Englewood, New Jersey.

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Exclusive: Paul Tazewell and more to receive 2026 Irene Sharaff Awards from TDF by Andy Lefkowitz

John Macfarlane, Jennifer Moeller and Tom Watson will also be honored by TDF at its secon annual Costumes & Cocktails benefit.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 03:00PM

Red Bucket Follies raises record $7,344,304 for Broadway Cares by Andy Lefkowitz

The annual variety show celebrated the shows that participated in fall post-performance fundraising.

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'Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York' musical partners with Kixby Hotel for travel package by Andy Lefkowitz

The hotel will produce custom co-branded key cards for those purchasing the package.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 01:20AM

2026 Chita Rivera Awards announces spring ceremony date by Andy Lefkowitz

The awards body honors achievement in dance across Broadway, Off-Broadway and film.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 01:19AM

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 12, 2025: Call Me Izzy - Studio 54
Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
Nov 13, 2025: Oedipus - Studio 54
Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off