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Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Busy Philipps, Thomas Kail Join Producing Team of Parent Trap Parody Ginger Twinsies by Logan Culwell-Block

The new Off-Broadway work lampooning the 1998 Disney favorite is written and directed by Kevin Zak.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

Alex Newell, Denée Benton, More Will Star in Public Works Pericles Concert by Logan Culwell-Block

The annual program that invites various community groups to take the stage will perform at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Broadway Actor Michael James Leslie Dies by Logan Culwell-Block

The Broadway, Off-Broadway, and touring veteran acted in Hair, Little Shop of Horrors, The Wiz, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM

Lou Wall Solo Comedy Show Breaking the Fifth Wall Will Play SoHo Playhouse by Logan Culwell-Block

The Australian comedian's work explores the line between comic exaggeration and lying in stand-up.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Druid Revival of Beckett's Endgame Will Play Irish Arts Center by Logan Culwell-Block

Director Garry Hynes will bring her full cast from the Irish staging, including Tony winner Marie Mullen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Wicked: For Good Drops New Preview Photo by Logan Culwell-Block

Get a look at Jonathan Bailey, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum in costume for the upcoming Broadway film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Hip-Hop History Musical Mexodus Sets Off-Broadway Bow by Logan Culwell-Block

Written and performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, the live-looped musical is coming to the Minetta Lane via Audible Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Alicia Keys Launches Kaleidoscope Dreams Foundation, Creating Education and Community Initiatives Through Hell's Kitchen by Logan Culwell-Block

Asad Ali Jafri has been appointed executive director, creating enrichment programs around the Broadway and touring productions of the musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Kevin McHale to Lead the Cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee by Logan Culwell-Block

Initial casting has been announced for the Off-Broadway return of the William Finn-Rachel Sheinkin musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

See Who's Starring in Ren Faire-Themed Musical Huzzah! at The Old Globe by Logan Culwell-Block

Casting has been revealed for the new musical from the writers of Legally Blonde.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:54AM
Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Rachel Potter Will Celebrate New Album Stages at the Laurie Beechman by Logan Culwell-Block

Caroline Bowman, Marty Thomas, and Ali Stroker are among the special guests for the concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Sunset Blvd. Finishes Broadway Run on Top by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony-winning revival was the highest grosser on the Main Stem last week, setting a single-performance sales record at the St. James.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Manhattan Theatre Club Finds Its Queens by Logan Culwell-Block

Julia Lester, Anna Chlumsky, Marin Ireland, and more will star in the new iteration of Pulitzer winner Martyna Majok's play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:26PM

Emily Skinner, Paige Davis, Marcia Cross, More Join Encore Run of Pen Pals by Logan Culwell-Block

Michael Griffo's play is headed back Off-Broadway with a rotating cast of actors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Rodgers and Hammerstein Cinderella Series Headed to Disney+ by Logan Culwell-Block

Jennifer Lopez is executive producing the limited series, which will reportedly reimagine the classic story from the point of view of the fairy godparents.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM

See Who's Starring in The Notebook on Tour by Logan Culwell-Block

Sharon Catherine Brown, Beau Gravitte, and Alysha Deslorieux are among the artists taking the Ingrid Michaelson musical around the U.S.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

The Reviews Are In for Josh Sharp's Ta-da! by Logan Culwell-Block

2025 Tony winner Sam Pinkleton is at the helm of the new solo show Off-Broadway at Greenwich House Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Monday, July 21, 2025

Photos: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace Take Over Broadway's Cabaret by Logan Culwell-Block

The duo are the final stars of the Tony-nominated revival at the Kit Kat Club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:32PM

Photos: It's Time for Camp at Off-Broadway's Ginger Twinsies by Logan Culwell-Block

The new work lampooning the 1998 Disney favorite The Parent Trap is written and directed by Kevin Zak.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:32PM

Iconic Choreography From West Side Story, Pippin, and More Will Be Resurrected at York Theatre Company by Logan Culwell-Block

American Dance Machine is teaming with the Off-Broadway company on Gotta Dance, part of the latter's newly revealed 2025-2026 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM
Sunday, July 20, 2025

Orville Peck, Eva Noblezada Say 'Auf Wiedersehen' to Cabaret on Broadway July 20 by Logan Culwell-Block

Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace will join the Tony-nominated revival as its final stars July 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00AM
Friday, July 18, 2025

Broadway, Pop Lyricist Alan Bergman Dies at 99 by Logan Culwell-Block

Most frequently collaborating with his wife Marilyn, Mr. Bergman wrote lyrics for Broadway's Ballroom, Barbra Streisand's "The Way We Were," and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

Julie Benko, Christine Pedi, More Will Sing at Concert Fundraiser for Core Theatre Group at the Laurie Beechman by Logan Culwell-Block

Michael Kushner will host the evening benefiting the new New York regional company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:03PM

21 Schools Win Free Disney Show Licenses by Logan Culwell-Block

The Educational Theatre Foundation, Disney Theatrical Group, and Music Theatre International recognized exceptional student-led programs across the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Ariana DeBose, Mandy Gonzalez, Jennifer Simard, More Join 1-Night-Only A Chorus Line Anniversary Concert by Logan Culwell-Block

The long-running dance musical is coming back to Broadway to benefit the Entertainment Community Fund.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Broadway, Off-Broadway Tax Subsidy Dries Up Earlier Than Expected by Logan Culwell-Block

The pandemic relief program provided up to $3 million in tax credits to shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Audra McDonald Adds Dates at Broadway's Gypsy by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony-nominated revival moved up its final performance at the Majestic to August 17 earlier this week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Dolly: A True Original Musical World Premiere Launches July 18 in Nashville by Logan Culwell-Block

Katie Rose Clarke, Carrie St. Louis, and Quinn Titcomb lead the biomusical as Parton at different stages of her storied career.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48AM
Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Broadway Gypsy Revival Posts Early Closing Date by Logan Culwell-Block

Six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald leads the production, which will play its final performance in August.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24PM

Tracie Bennett Will Be Tallulah Bankhead in The Code at London's Southwark Playhouse by Logan Culwell-Block

John Partridge, Solomon Davy, and Nick Blakeley will co-star in the Michael McKeever play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

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