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Friday, October 11, 2024

‘Our Town,’ ‘McNeal’ and 4 More Shows Our Critics Are Talking About by The New York Times

The fall season is underway, and our reviewers think these productions are worth knowing about, even if you’re not planning to see them.

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Friday, September 27, 2024

Maggie Smith: A Life in Pictures by The New York Times

She had a long, award-winning career as a screen and stage actress, finally becoming a household name with her memorable turn in “Downton Abbey.”

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Thursday, September 26, 2024

How ‘Discoshow’ Spun Las Vegas Into Funkytown by The New York Times

Revisiting 1970s New York, a new theatrical experience is one history lesson that’s all about the good times.

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Monday, September 9, 2024

James Earl Jones: A Life in Pictures by The New York Times

Onstage and in movies and television, Jones delivered with a deep, authoritative, powerful and sometimes menacing voice.

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Monday, June 17, 2024

Best and Worst Moments From the 2024 Tony Awards by The New York Times

Alicia Keys and Jay-Z’s high-wattage performance was a highlight, as were first-time wins for Kecia Lewis, Jonathan Groff and David Adjmi.

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Maleah Joi Moon Wins a Tony for Her First Professional Role by The New York Times

Moon, 21, made her Broadway debut in the Alicia Keys musical “Hell’s Kitchen.”

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Sunday, June 16, 2024

Chita Rivera’s Life and Career Are Honored at the Tonys by The New York Times

Rivera, who dazzled Broadway audiences for nearly seven decades, died in January at the age of 91.

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Live Updates: Tony Awards to Honor the Best of Broadway by The New York Times

The red carpet is underway as stars arrive. The ceremony, which begins at 8 p.m. Eastern time, will feature performances by Jay-Z, Alicia Keys and many of the top nominees.

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Friday, June 14, 2024
Tuesday, June 11, 2024

How ‘The Outsiders’ Staged a Broadway Fight Club by The New York Times

To produce this Tony-nominated show’s climactic rumble, the creators, cast and crew gave it everything they've got.

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Friday, June 7, 2024

Watch a Sisterhood of Budding Ballerinas by The New York Times

Five students from the School of American Ballet perform an excerpt from George Balanchine’s classic “Serenade.”

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024

New York’s Palace Theater Gets an $80 Million Refresh (and 30 Feet Higher) by The New York Times

The Times Square landmark has been restored and refurbished. Take a look.

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Live Updates: Tony Award Nominations Being Announced by The New York Times

The race for best musical was wide open, with 15 shows eligible for nods.

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Friday, April 26, 2024

‘Mary Jane,’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ and More New Broadway Shows by The New York Times

This past week has been jam-packed with openings. Our reviewers think these new shows are worth knowing about even if you’re not planning to see them.

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Friday, March 15, 2024

Irish Dance for All Levels, All Bodies, All Genders by Siobhan Burke and Yael Malka For The New York Times

Gayli, a dance night at a Brooklyn bar, provides a welcoming atmosphere for Irish social dancing, an exacting art form known for high-pressure competition.

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Chita Rivera: A Life in Photos by The New York Times

A performer who never retired is remembered for her electric Broadway performances and daring cabaret work.

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Monday, December 4, 2023

Best Theater of 2023 by The New York Times

Many of the plays and musicals that resonated this year deftly married elements of drama and comedy.

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Monday, June 12, 2023

Tony Awards 2023: The Best and Worst Moments by The New York Times

With a clever opening number and repeated support for striking writers, the Tonys celebrated Broadway’s shows, performers and creative teams.

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Sunday, June 11, 2023

Tony Awards 2023 Live Updates: The Red Carpet Is Underway. by The New York Times

The 76th Tony Awards will celebrate the best of Broadway tonight in Upper Manhattan. We’ll be following the red carpet and the first awards before the telecast begins at 8 p.m. Eastern on …

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Monday, December 5, 2022

Best Theater of 2022 by The New York TImes

In a time of renewed awakening, a surprising number of shows smartly reflected those changes in song.

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

Trisha Brown on the Beach: Catch a Wave of Dancing Bliss by Gia Kourlas and Angelo Silvio Vasta For The New York Times

This year, the Beach Sessions at Rockaway Beach features the Trisha Brown Dance Company in a program of early works.

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Monday, June 13, 2022
Sunday, June 12, 2022

Tony Awards 2022 Live Updates: Red Carpet Gets Underway by The New York Times

The ceremony returns to Radio City Music Hall tonight with Ariana DeBose as host. Here’s how to watch.

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Billy Crystal, “A Strange Loop” and More to Perform in a Broadway Event by The New York Times

Billy Crystal, Shoshana Bean and performers from “Company,” “MJ,” “A Strange Loop,” “Six” and other Tony-nominated shows will share songs and stories.

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Monday, May 9, 2022

Tony Nominations 2022 Live Updates: How to Watch, as Broadway Honors Its Comeback Season by The New York Times

The nominations, honoring Broadway as the industry returned after the long coronavirus shutdown, will be announced at 9 a.m. Eastern. The virus posed a special challenge for nominators.

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

Fun Things to Do in N.Y.C. This May 2022 by The New York Times

Want to see a comedy show, or drop in on a film series? Do you need kid-friendly event? Our critics offer their favorite picks.

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Friday, February 25, 2022

What to See and Experience Live in New York This Spring by The New York Times

‘Funny Girl’ and ‘A Strangle Loop’ on Broadway, Ashwini Ramaswamy’s dances, Olivia Rodrigo’s pop takeover: what our critics and writers are looking forward to this season.

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Sunday, September 26, 2021

Tony Awards Live Updates: What to Watch For by The New York Times

Three jukebox shows are vying for best musical, while a daring drama called “Slave Play” could have a big night. The ceremony begins at 7 p.m. Eastern on Paramount+, followed by a 9 p.m.…

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Broadway Reopening Live Updates: Theater Comes Back From Long Pandemic Shutdown by The New York Times

With the return of “Hamilton,” “The Lion King,” “Wicked” and “Chicago,” and the opening of “Lackawanna Blues,” one of New York’s most important industries is trying to …

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

Inside Broadway’s Reopening: A Times Virtual Event by The New York Times

We visit the “Hadestown” company and a new playwright, share backstage performances, and answer your theater questions in the “Offstage” series finale.

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic