Dimensions by Mason Pilevsky

Stranger Things: The First Shadow – 06 May 2025 A high intensity ride through the life of possibly possessed Henry Creel (Louis McCartney), Stranger Things tells a story taking place in …

'Playbill' Names Jolie Schaffzin As Publisher 05/08/2025 - MediaPost

Schaffzin joined Playbill as director of fashion and beauty advertising 27 years ago, and was later promoted to associate publisher. Previously, she ...

Photos: IN THE HEIGHTS Broadway Cast Recording Certified Gold At United Palace Celebration

On Monday night Ghostlight Records and Warner Music Group celebrated the Original Broadway Cast Recording of In the Heights being certified Gold. Check out photos from the celebration. The r…

Kennedy Center Director Slams ‘Les Misérables’ Actors as ‘Vapid and Intolerant’ For Threatening Boycott of Trump Performance: ‘Will No Long by Jack Dunn

The Kennedy Center is fighting back against a group of actors who threaten to close the curtain on Donald Trump. On Wednesday, CNN reported that 10 out of the 12 actors in a “Les Misérabl…

We Do The Same Thing Every Week by Wendy Caster

From the press release for We Do The Same Thing Every Week: Dick and Jane are bored on a rainy Sunday afternoon. A six-foot tall cat shows up, and hijinks ensue. Later, elsewhere, Dick and J…

Christopher Briney, Ella Stiller, and Chiara Aurelia to Star in New Off-Broadway Play 'Dilaria'

Find out more about Dilaria, a new off-Broadway play coming this June starring Ella Stiller and Christopher Briney. Teen Vogue has the exclusive.

George Clooney Signs Autographs Outside of Broadway Show on His Birthday

George Clooney wore a smile on his face as he signed autographs for fans after his Tuesday, May 6 performance in Broadway's Good Night, ...

“John Proctor is the Villain”: Teens do the Teaching—at Saint Mary’s by Barry David Horwitz

Reflections Kimberly Belflower Asks, “Who’s the Witch in the Witchhunt?” by Jenyth Jo In “John Proctor is the Villain,” Carter Smith, a high school English teacher in Georgia, expl…

Some Les Misérables Cast Members Will Boycott Kennedy Center Performance With President Trump in Attendance by Molly Higgins

The June 11 performance is part of a fundraiser Trump will hold to benefit the D.C. theatre.

Hamlet Hail to the Thief review – study of righteous anger links Shakespeare to Radiohead by Mark Fisher

Collaboration with Thom Yorke is worth hype in tragedy played with clarity and verve In all the hype around the collaborators on this co-production between the Royal Shakespeare Company and …

Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan, Jack Thorne Will Write Sam Mendes' Beatles Biopics by Molly Higgins

Set to star in the four films are Harris Dickinson, Barry Keoghan, Paul Mescal, and Joseph Quinn.

Playbill - @nytw79 has announced details for its next three productions, including casting for ...

nytw79 has announced details for its next three productions, including casting for Saturday Church, the new musical with music and lyrics from ...

Step Inside Juilliard’s Costume Shop with the Conservatory's First Tuition-Free MFA Drama Students by Broadway.com

This academic year, the Juilliard School, one of the world’s leading conservatories, welcomed its first-ever tuition-free class of MFA Drama students, part of a wider push to make the scho…

Afterglow Lighting An Early Adopter of Elation’s PARAGON by Pr Agency

After Matt Stephens and Josh Watson of Afterglow Lighting were introduced to Elation’s new PARAGON LED profile fixture at LDI in December—courtesy of Chris Healy from the manufacturers r…

Review: Three Hens in a Boat at Reading Rep Theatre by Nick Wayne

Review: Three Hens in a Boat at Reading Rep Theatre “A warm, witty riverside romp that explores generational tensions with heart and humour.”

Does Philly’s proposed 2026 budget cut arts and culture? City arts leaders explain. by Alaina Johns

Recent reporting showed Philly’s arts and culture budget is getting yet another proposed cut from the mayor, but arts leaders say the truth is more complicated, and they urge public advoca…

Some LES MISÉRABLES Cast Members Plan Boycott of Trump Appearance at Kennedy Center

When former President Donald Trump attends the Kennedy Center next month for a high-profile fundraiser and performance of Les Misérables, he won’t be seeing the full cast on stage. Source…

Hilo native to make Broadway debut in Mamma Mia - Hawaii News Now

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Hilo native will soon make his Broadway debut as part of the hit musical Mamma Mia. Makoa Kalai is currently ...

Before Gotham took on the Stars, Midge Purce tackled Broadway's "Chicago" - NWSL

Gotham's Midge Purce made her Broadway debut last week.

Some ‘Les Misérables’ Cast Members To Boycott Trump’s Attendance At Kennedy Center – Report by Greg Evans

Some cast members of the Kennedy Center performance of Les Misérables plan to skip the show on June 11 when President Donald Trump is in attendance, according to an exclusive CNN report. Ac…

Broadway’s ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ to begin North American Tour in 2026 by Matthew Herzog

Darren Criss, Helen J Shen in Broadway’s ‘Maybe Happy Ending.’ Photo Credit: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman. The producers of the critically and widely acclaimed Tony Award-nominate…

Lorna Courtney, Telly Leung, More to Join Mark MacKillop for Broadway Cares Salon Benefit by Leonard Rodino

The invitation-only event will feature Billy Stritch on piano.

Broadway Bets Sets Return to Sardi's by Andrew Gans

The Broadway Cares fundraiser features a poker tournament for all levels and other casino games.

Playbill Names Jolie Schaffzin Publisher; First Woman To Hold Title - Yahoo News Canada

EXCLUSIVE: Playbill Inc. has named Jolie Schaffzin as Publisher of Playbill magazine, the theater magazine and guide. A veteran of the publication ...

5 Showstopping Performances by Caissie Levy | News - PBS

(Video: Courtesy of Playbill.com). An error occurred. Try watching this video on www.youtube.com, or enable JavaScript if it is disabled in your ...

‘Maybe Happy Ending’ will be hitting the road on a national tour, launching fall 2026 by Hayley Levitt For Broadway.com

The tour will kick off in Baltimore at the Hippodrome Theatre at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center.

Video: Mandy Gonzalez Reflects on Career in HOUSE SEATS Concert Interview

ALL ARTS recently debuted House Seats, Mandy Gonzalez's concert featuring a selection of Broadway hits, pop classics, and original songs. Alongside the concert, an interview with Gonzalez is…

Ella Stiller, Chiara Aurelia and Christopher Briney to Star in World Premiere of Dilaria by Broadway.com

The world-premiere production of Julia Randall’s Dilaria will open off-Broadway this summer. Directed by Alex Keegan, Dilaria will star Ella Stiller (Happy Gilmore 2), Chiara Aurelia (Cru…

Tony Honoree Celia Keenan-Bolger, the Women Behind John Proctor is the Villain and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

The countdown to the Tony Awards begins on The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal! Catch up with some of this year's renowned nominees on the latest episode.  Celia Keenan-Bolger is this ye…

“Vissi d’arte” from “Tosca” at the Met Opera by Julia Corbett

Lise Davidsen performs the title character’s Act II aria “Vissi d’arte” from "Tosca." The post “Vissi d’arte” from “Tosca” at the Met Opera appeared first on Great Performa…

Camille A. Brown: Giant Steps by Joe Skinner

Camille A. Brown: Giant Steps is part of In The Making, a documentary shorts series from American Masters and Firelight Media follows emerging cultural icons on their journeys to becoming ma…

Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence Try Not to Break While Singing into Each Other's Mouths by Late Night With Seth Meyers

Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence talk about receiving six Tony nominations for their Broadway show Just In Time, interacting with the audience while performing and singing a version of Bob…

'Heathers The Musical' Casts Lorna Courtney and Casey Likes (Exclusive) - People.com

'Heathers The Musical' is returning to New York City and PEOPLE can exclusively reveal that Broadway favorites Lorna Courtney ('& Juliet') and ...

How London, not Broadway, became a crucible of Black theatre

While non-white presence on Broadway has faltered, London’s stages are having a Black renaissance

A Wild West Romeo and Juliet kicks off the Globe’s summer season in style

A new setting for the star-crossed lovers smoulders with heat, dust and energy

Broadway advertising and marketing agency SpotCo announces staff promotions and new hires by Ruthie Fierberg

Managing directors Callie Goff and Stephen Sosnowski announce changes.

Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan and Jack Thorne to Write Sam Mendes’ Four Beatles Films by Katcy Stephan

Sam Mendes’ four Beatles biopics have found writers. Tony Award winner Jez Butterworth (“Ford v Ferrari,” “Spectre”), Academy Award winner Peter Straughan (“Conclave,” “Tinke…

Cynthia Erivo-Led ‘Prima Facie’ Film Adaptation Heading to Cannes Market, With Embankment Launching Sales by Alex Ritman

A film adaptation of “Prima Facie,” the smash-hit one-woman stage play starring Cynthia Erivo in the role that earned Jodie Comer both Tony and Olivier awards, will launch at the Cannes …

Disney Gains Surprise 1.4 Million Disney+ Subscribers as Streaming Profit Surges, CEO Iger Says ‘We Remain Optimistic’ About Fiscal 2025 Outlook by Todd Spangler

Operating profit in Disney’s streaming business jumped for the first three months of 2025, as Disney+ unexpectedly added 1.4 million subscribers in the quarter. Despite gathering economic …

Behind the Scenes of Being a Working Mom on Broadway Performing 8 Shows a Week

Five moms on Broadway share how they carve out special time with their children and their goodnight routines from the theater.

Performance of pop hit from Broadway musical | who13.com

Performance of pop hit from Broadway musical ... Lois Ellise of “& Juliet” performs “Since You've Been Gone.” You can catch “& Juliet” at the Des Moines ...

Bob Odenkirk talks 'Glengarry Glen Ross' on Broadway - Good Morning America

The Emmy-winning actor opens up about his new Broadway role in the acclaimed play that offers a sharp critique of American capitalism and the ...

Sia Musical On Tap For Fall 2025 At New York Theatre Workshop Off Broadway - Deadline

A musical with music and lyrics by "Chandelier" performer Sia is set for fall 2025 at the prestigious Off Broadway venue New York Theatre ...

The changing road from the regionals to Broadway

Producer John Johnson and Sue Wagner and playwright Jonathan Spector discuss the trend of long-produced regional staples making it to Broadway.

Broadway Pipeline: May 7, 2025

Caissie Levy, Joshua Henry and Brandon Uranowitz (Photo: Marc J. Franklin). This post is for subscribers on the Broadway News + and Broadway News ...

George Clooney's Broadway play earns historic $4M in a week - The Today Show

Good Night, and Good Luck,” the play starring George Clooney, made history as the first Broadway play to earn more than $4 million in a single ...

13 Off Broadway Shows to See in May - The New York Times

13 Off Broadway Shows to See in May. Hugh Jackman in “Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes” and Maya Hawke in the title role of “Eurydice” — here's ...

The Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center: 8 million and 8 reasons to be grateful. by Jonathan Mandell

On its sixtieth anniversary, the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center is being given a Tony Award.  In announcing the 2025 Tony Honors for Excellence in the …

Video: Watch Gavin Creel's Final Solo Performance With 'How Glory Goes,' HELLO, DOLLY! & More

On May 11, 2024, Gavin Creel performed what would be his final solo performance at The Cabaret in Indianapolis. Nearly one year later, the venue has shared videos from the final concert, fea…

‘Giant’ Review: John Lithgow Is Incendiary in an Arresting Debut Play About Roald Dahl and Antisemitism by Gordon Cox

The biggest, most trenchant laugh on the London stage is nightly cracking up the audience at the West End staging of “Giant” — and it’s a moment indicative of the blissful timing in …

Photos and Video: Entertainment Community Fund Gala Raises $1.6 Million

You can now get a look at photos and video from The Entertainment Community Fund's Annual Gala on Monday, April 21, 2025 in New York City, which raised $1.6 million to support their programs…

Jennifer Garner Joins 13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL as Executive Producer

Original Jenna Rink in the 2004 rom-com classic film from Revolution Studios, Jennifer Garner, will be an Executive Producer of 13 GOING ON 30 - THE MUSICAL, which will have its world premie…

Christopher Briney Will Star in World Premiere of Julia Randall's Dilaria Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Alex Keegan will direct the new work, co-starring Ella Stiller and Chiara Aurelia.

Watch Gavin Creel Perform 'As If We Never Said Goodbye,' 'How Glory Goes,' More From Final Solo Performance by Andrew Gans

The Cabaret in Indianapolis is honoring the memory of the beloved favorite via video from his 2024 concert engagement.

Video: Inside London's HERE WE ARE Sitzprobe With Jane Krakowski & More

The National Theatre has shared a look inside their recent sitzprobe for Here We Are, featuring Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jane Krakowski, Chumisa Dornford-May, Richard Fleeshman, Harry Hadden-Pa…

Broadway's Maybe Happy Ending Will Launch a National Tour in 2026 by Logan Culwell-Block

Starring Darren Criss and Helen J Shen, the Will Aronson-Hue Park musical is currently a Best Musical Tony nominee, with 10 total nods.

The Gang of Three, King's Head Theatre - three old Labour ghosts resurrected to entertain and educate by Gary Naylor

★★★★★ THE GANG OF THREE, KING'S HEAD THEATRE The big beasts banter 50 years ago Beautifully written and equally well acted play resonates down the decades There was a time when the…

‘Redwood’ to host post-show talkbacks ahead of final Broadway performance by Ruthie Fierberg

Dr. Chelsea Clinton and environmental activist julia butterfly hill are set to participate.

Maybe Happy Ending Will Be Hitting the Road on a National Tour, Launching Fall 2026 by Hayley Levitt

Maybe Happy Ending, the new Broadway musical by Will Aronson and Hue Park, will launch a multi-year North American tour beginning in fall 2026. The tour will kick off in Baltimore at the Hi…

The Muny named 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award recipient by Ruthie Fierberg

The St. Louis venue will be honored during the June 8 awards ceremony.

Magician Andi Gladwin – Shuffled

Popovich Comedy Pet Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino

The Ultimate 70s Show

The Australian Bee Gees Show: A Tribute to the Bee Gees at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino

Craft Comedy at Abita Taproom

Tony-Nominated Musicals ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ & ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ To Launch Tours In 2026 by Greg Evans

The producers of Broadway’s Maybe Happy Ending and Buena Vista Social Club have announced national tours for the shows to launch in 2026. Both shows were nominated for 10 Tony Awards last …

BROADWAY BETS to Take Place at Sardi’s in May

Companies from Broadway and beyond will ante up for an unforgettable night of cards at Broadway Bets, returning Monday, May 19, 2025, to the iconic Sardi’s restaurant in New York City. Sur…

Aaron Lazar Joins Substack to Discuss Show Business, Self Transformation & More

Broadway alum Aaron Lazar has joined Substack! The Grammy-nominee's new blog promises to share a look inside his experience with "show business and self transformation." His first post, titl…

Ticket to The Platters & Golden Sounds of the 50’s tribute show in Branson

WhoDunnit Hoedown: Murder Mystery Dinner Show

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING to Launch North American Tour Fall 2026

Maybe Happy Ending by Will Aronson and Hue Park will embark on a multi-year North American tour beginning in the Fall of 2026. Launching in Baltimore at the Hippodrome Theatre at The France-…

Saxe Theater Las Vegas: Vegas! The Show

Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show in Branson

Breaking Baz: Jennifer Garner Joins Producing Team Turning ‘13 Going On 30’ Into A Stage Musical by Baz Bamigboye

EXCLUSIVE: Jennifer Garner, star of the 2004 romantic comedy 13 Going on 30, will be executive producer of the stage musical based on the beloved movie. The show’s director Andy Fickman a…

The Haygoods: Branson’s Most Popular Show

The VIP Experience, Chuck Wagon Dinner and Show Tickets

V Theater Las Vegas: Las Vegas Live Comedy Club

Wednesday Night Open Mic at The Laff House

Live Stand-up Comedy at Atlantic City Comedy Club

Photos: Krysta Rodriguez, Jeremy Jordan, Ariana DeBose, More Come Out for Breast Cancer at the 2025 Janice Jam Concert by Logan Culwell-Block

Matt DeAngelis' third annual celebration of his late mother raised funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Post-Show Talkbacks With Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Activist Julia Butterfly Hill Set for Broadway's Redwood by Logan Culwell-Block

The talks will cover addiction and recovery, both themes from the plot of the musical, co-created by and starring Idina Menzel.

Supper Comedy Club

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

The Dolby Theatre Tour

Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show

See Clips From the 2025 Tony Award Nominees for Best Revival of a Musical by Margaret Hall

The 78th Annual Tony Awards ceremony will broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall June 8.

The Muny Will Receive the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award

SAW The Musical The Unauthorized Parody of Saw – LIVE

Melvin Gray Jr. to Share Title Role in MJ the Musical With Jordan Markus by Andrew Gans

The touring production of the Broadway hit is currently playing the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.

Creators Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli Will Return to Titanique for the End of Run

Ali Louis Bourzgui Reflects on Joining Hadestown, His Upcoming Album and Processing the Experience of Tommy by Darryn King

Last year, Ali Louis Bourzgui was launched like a pinball into the noisy, flashy, bewildering lunacy of the Broadway machine. When we last spoke to him, he was preparing to play the titular…

Titanique Co-Creators Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli to Lead the Show's Final Weeks in NYC by Hayley Levitt

Titanique co-creators Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli, who originated the roles of Céline Dion and Jack Dawson when the show premiered in 2022, will return to the cast for the final…

The Muny to Receive the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award by Broadway.com

The Municipal Theatre Association of St. Louis, more popularly known as The Muny, will receive the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor, recognizing a regional theater company that ha…

Melvin Gray Jr. to Alternate Title Role in MJ National Tour by Broadway.com

Melvin Gray Jr. will join the national tour company of MJ, alternating in the title role twice a week beginning May 19. Jordan Markus continues to lead the cast as MJ.  Also beginning May …

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'An Oak Tree' review — Jessie Buckley and Tim Crouch rip up the theatrical rule book in this transformational show by Matt Wolf

Tim Crouch's maverick two-hander returns, with Jessie Buckley kicking off the sequence of guests

Mozart’s Don Giovanni Is Reborn as a Rock Opera

Mozart’s Don Giovanni: A Rock Opera

Josh Sharp’s ta-da! Sets Summer Run Off-Broadway

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Photos: TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Rehearsals at A.R.T.

American Repertory Theater at Harvard University’s production of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) begins performances at the Loeb Drama Center in Harvard Square on Tuesday, May…

Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Julia Butterfly Hill to Join Idina Menzel for REDWOOD Talkbacks

Redwood will host two special post-show talkbacks ahead of the show’s final Broadway performance as follows: On Thursday, May 15 following the 7 pm show, Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Vice Chair of…

MY SON'S A QUEER (BUT WHAT CAN YOU DO?) Adds Performances at New York City Center

The West End hit My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) will add two new performances (Thursday, June 12 at 8:00 PM and Saturday, June 14 at 2:00 PM) to their run at New York City Center.…

Video: A Declassified Standby Survival Guide with REDWOOD's Jessica Phillips

How do Broadway understudies survive? The gig isn't easy! Understudies and swings are some of the hardest working performers on Broadway (and beyond), having to be ready to go on at a moment…

The Gang of Three review – inside an old boys’ club of Labour intrigue by Mark Lawson

King’s Head theatre, LondonRoy Jenkins, Denis Healey and Anthony Crosland debate among themselves in Robert Khan and Tom Salinsky’s look at the big beasts of 70s Westminster Denis Healey…

St. Louis' Muny Honored With 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award by Logan Culwell-Block

The century-old outdoor theatre will receive a $25,000 grant as part of the honor.

Photos: A Meet and Greet With the Cast, Creators, and Inspiration Behind Joy: A New True Musical by Logan Culwell-Block, Andrew Gans

Waitress and & Juliet star Betsy Wolfe is leading the Off-Broadway show about Miracle Mop inventor and businesswoman Joy Mangano.

Rob Madge's My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?) Extends New York Debut by Logan Culwell-Block

Two performances have been added to the upcoming New York City Center run.

Playbill Names Jolie Schaffzin Publisher; First Woman To Hold Title - Deadline

Following a career at advertising agencies, and sales roles at both Condé Nast and Hearst, Schaffzin joined Playbill as Director of Fashion & Beauty ...

Classic Mamma Mia! musical stops in the Bay Area - YouTube

... Rent's 29th Anniversary with Idina Menzel and Jeffrey Seller. Playbill New 791 views · 25:35 · Go to channel. Lawrence: Canada's PM humiliated Trump ...

Lorna Courtney and Casey Likes to Lead Summer Return of Heathers the Musical by Darryn King

Tony nominee Lorna Courtney and Casey Likes will lead Heathers the Musical off-Broadway this summer. The musical will make its New York City return in a limited engagement at New World Sta…

St. Louis’s Muny to Receive Regional Tony by American Theatre Editors

The St. Louis musical theatre mainstay, now in its 107th season, will receive the special award on June 8.

The Muny to Receive the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award

The Muny — the Municipal Theatre Association of St. Louis — will be the recipient of the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor, recognizing a regional theatre company that has disp…

Cynthia Erivo's PRIMA FACIE Film To Be Shopped at the Cannes Market

The film adaptation of Prima Facie, starring Cynthia Erivo, is headed to the Cannes Film Market, Deadline reports. Following its original announcement in 2023, the film was in development wi…

Take a Look at Current Cast of London's Matilda the Musical by Andrew Gans

Based on the Roald Dahl novel, Matilda features a score by Tim Minchin and a Tony Award-winning book by Dennis Kelly.

The Bowery Book Launch by Trav S.D.

Note to new readers: I have been producing this blog for over 17 years and only noticed yesterday that I could import my whole contact list into the subscriber base. As I used to blast out a…

Review: At Gibney, a New Lucinda Childs Stands Out (No Surprise) by Gia Kourlas

Gibney Company brings an uneven trio of new works to the Joyce: a deft premiere by Childs and dances by Roy Assaf and Peter Chu.

The Swashbuckling “Pirates!” of “The Penzance Musical” Give Broadway Some Spectacular Silliness in their Sword Playfulness by Ross

The Broadway Theatre Review: Pirates! By Ross Ushered in by two delightful charmers; Arthur Sullivan, portrayed lovingly by Preston Truman Boyd (Broadway’s She Loves Me), and William S. Gi…

Darren Criss, Megan Hilty, Nicole Scherzinger Will Perform at Family Equality Benefit by Andrew Gans

Night at the Pier will celebrate a decade of marriage equality with additional appearances by Demi Moore, Cole Escola, and Bill T. Jones.

Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli Will Return to Off-Broadway's Titanìque Prior to Closing by Andrew Gans

The hit send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic has also extended its run at the Daryl Roth Theatre by two weeks.

Jolie Schaffzin Named Publisher of Playbill Magazine by Andrew Gans

The first woman to hold the position, Schaffzin moves into the role after nearly 30 years with the company.

Sam Pinkleton Will Direct Off-Broadway Premiere of Josh Sharp's Ta-da! by Logan Culwell-Block

The 2025 Tony-nominated Oh, Mary! director is helming the new solo work written and performed by Dicks: The Musical comedian Sharp.

The Vampire Circus – The Scariest Side of Cirque

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, May 8-14, 2025 by Kyle V. Hiller

New performances at Hedgerow and Quintessence open this week, a multidisciplinary concert at Curtis, a legendary story of a Pennsylvania Quaker, and an experimental technology workshop at PM…

Penn & Teller

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Playbill Names Jolie Schaffzin Publisher; First Woman To Hold Title by Greg Evans

EXCLUSIVE: Playbill Inc. has named Jolie Schaffzin as Publisher of Playbill magazine, the theater magazine and guide. A veteran of the publication with 27 years of service, Schaffzin becomes…

Ukrainian-born Conductor Dalia Stasevska leads Philadelphia Orchestra performance with pianist Emanuel Ax by Lowry Yankwich

Pianist Emanuel Ax’s return to Philadelphia, paired with Dalia Stasevska, makes for a soul-searching performance in the midst of conflict. Lowry Yankwich previews.

Friday Night Live – Improv Comedy Miami Show

Interview: Rob Madge Brings Queerness and Joy to New York in MY SON'S A QUEER (BUT WHAT CAN YOU DO?)

Rob Madge will be bringing their West End Hit Show, My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do), to New York City Center, June 13, 14, and 15! My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) is the p…

Melvin Gray Jr. to Alternate in Title Role of MJ National Tour

Melvin Gray Jr. will join the National Tour Company of the four-time Tony Award-winning musical, MJ, alternating in the title role twice a week beginning May 19. Jordan Markus continues to l…

DeathMatch Apprentice – Improv Comedy Miami

Stephanie Hsu Joins Voice Cast for Animated Adaptation IN WAVES

Broadway alum Stephanie Hsu, along with Charles Melton, are set to lead the voice cast in the new animated film In Waves. Animation filmmaker Phuong Mai Nguyen will direct the surf-themed fe…

Axis Dance Explores New Frontiers With Mobility Technology by Margaret Fuhrer and Aaron Wojack

A new work by Axis Dance Company, “Kinematic/Kinesthetic,” uses mobility technologies to reshape ideas about moving and about the devices themselves.

STEVE MARTIN & MARTIN SHORT: “The Dukes of Funnytown!”

Welcome To Night Vale: Murder Night In Blood Forest

Illusionist Rick Thomas

The BIG Show Improv Comedy Miami – Miami

2025 Chita Rivera Awards Nominees Celebrate at Nominee Reception by Melissa Griegel

By Melissa Griegel…Photos by Melissa Griegel Photography The Chita Rivera Awards celebrate dance and choreographic excellence on Broadway and beyond. Producer Joe Lanteri, the Founder and …

Video: JUST IN TIME Stars Demonstrate Hilarious Close Contact Singing on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS

Following the 6 Tony nominations for Just in Time, stars Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the new hit musical. The musical, playing at the Ci…

Every Brilliant Thing Sets West End Premiere by Logan Culwell-Block

Written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, the solo play has given acclaimed runs Off-Broadway and at Edinburgh Fringe.

Lorna Courtney and Casey Likes Will Lead NYC Return of Heathers the Musical by Andrew Gans, Molly Higgins

The show will play a limited engagement at Off-Broadway's New World Stages.

Camille A. Brown's Black Girl, Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, More in 2025-2026 New Victory Theater Season by Molly Higgins

The company's parent organization, New 42, is the recipient of a 2025 Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theatre.

Check Out Photos of The Apple Boys Musical at Bucks County Playhouse by Andrew Gans

David Alpert directs Jonothon Lyons and Ben Bonnema's musical at the Pennsylvania venue.

The BIG Show Improv Comedy Miami

Josh Sharp's TA-DA! to Play The Greenwich House Theater This Summer

Josh Sharp's ta-da!, written by and starring Josh Sharp (Dicks: The Musical) and directed by 2025 Tony Award nominee Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!), is opening Off-Broadway this summer. Previews …

All The World's a Stage, Cats: 'The Jellicle Ball,' More Earn 2025 Off Broadway Alliance Nominations; Read the Full List by Logan Culwell-Block

The late William Finn, Morgan Jenness, and Linda Lavin are all being added to the Off Broadway Hall of Fame.

Still We Speak: A Night of Sonnets & Song to Benefit Eaton Fire Relief

Heathers Revival Casts Lorna Courtney and Casey Likes

Casey Likes

Lorna Courtney

HEATHERS THE MUSICAL to Star Casey Likes & Lorna Courtney

The Off-Broadway return of Heathers the Musical will be led by Lorna Courtney and Casey Likes. Courtney, known for her breakout performance in & Juliet, will play Veronica Sawyer, with L…

Marla Mindelle & Constantine Rousouli to Return to TITANIQUE For Final Weeks

Titanique co-creators Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli will return to the Off-Broadway musical for its final two weeks Off-Broadway. The newly-minted Olivier Award winners co-wrote th…

Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock Live Coming to New Victory in 2026

Broadway Grosses w/e 5/4/2025 by Ken Davenport

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending on... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 5/4/2025 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

2025 Off Broadway Alliance Awards Nominations

The Off Broadway Alliance, an organization of Off-Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing professionals, has announced the nominees for the 14th Annual Of…

New Musical From Rachel Chavkin & The Bengsons, and More Joins New York Theatre Workshop 2025/26 Season

New York Theatre Workshop has announced its 2025/26 Season featuring three world premiere productions and a fourth offering for Spring 2026 that has yet to be announced. The season will incl…

J. Harrison Ghee, Joaquina Kalukango, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, and Bryson Battle Will Star in Saturday Church Off-Broadway by Molly Higgins

New York Theatre Workshop has also announced the addition of two world premieres to its 2025-2026 season.

Meet the Recipients of the Drama League's 2025 Directors Project by Molly Higgins

The non-profit selected 30 directors to receive this year's fellowships, assistantships, residencies, and programs.

New Musical The Lap Dance Kid Sets Industry Presentations by Molly Higgins

The cast will feature Noah Marlowe, Ben Cherry, Dana Aber, and more.

Beth Watson Joins Broadway Advertising Firm AKA as Senior Vice President, Head of Theater by Molly Higgins

Watson has served as executive vice president of SINE Digital, in-house brand director for Josh Groban and TourDForce Productions, and more.

Get a 1st Look at the World Premiere Radiohead Hamlet in the U.K. by Logan Culwell-Block

Thom Yorke has joined forces with co-directors Steven Hoggett and Christine Jones on the new production for Royal Shakespeare Company and Factory International.

Mozart & Sibelius

Elgar’s Enigma

Review: Norm Lewis in Ceremonies in Dark Old Men, a Barbershop King Lear

Videos: Imelda Staunton, Christopher Wheeldon, and More Accept 2025 Olivier Awards

The Olivier Awards 2025 were held on Sunday, April 6 at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter. Watch videos of acceptance speeches from Imelda Staunton, Layto…

‘Utopian Hotline’ Calling: Do You Have an Answer? by American Theatre Editors

Theater Mitu's investigation into a better world proves an unexpectedly perfect fit beneath a Boston planetarium's dome.

The changing road from the regionals to Broadway by Joy Resmovits

Producer John Johnson and Sue Wagner and playwright Jonathan Spector discuss the trend of long-produced regional staples making it to Broadway.

Sia Musical On Tap For Fall 2025 At New York Theatre Workshop Off Broadway by Greg Evans

A new musical with music and lyrics by “Chandelier” performer Sia is planned for fall 2025 at the prestigious Off Broadway venue New York Theatre Workshop. The musical, titled Saturday C…

Norm Lewis in CEREMONIES IN DARK OLD MEN Extends Run

The new production of Lonne Elder III's play, Ceremonies in Dark Old Men, starring Tony, Emmy and SAG Award nominee Norm Lewis, has extended by six weeks. Directed by the legendary Clinton T…

Norm Lewis-Led Ceremonies in Dark Old Men Extends Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Lonne Elder III's play is back in New York via Peccadillo Theater Company, Negro Ensemble Company, and Eric Falkenstein.

An Oak Tree review – Tim Crouch’s tricksy two-hander is still a theatrical wonder by Kate Wyver

Young Vic, LondonA guest star – here, a delighted Jessie Buckley – is fed their script during the performance in this now two-decade-old revelation of theatre-making An Oak Tree unpicks …

Conversations After Sex, Park Theatre review - pillow talk proves a snooze by Gary Naylor

★★ CONVERSATIONS AFTER SEX, PARK THEATRE Nudity, but nothing new in UK debut Award-winning Irish play fails to reach a memorable climax In Dublin, a city that has changed more than most …

A Glass Girl, Gods, Ghosts And An Imp. Inside Caryl Churchill’s Universe by Jeryl Brunner

With a voice unlike any other, playwright Caryl Churchill creates wild, wondrous worlds with the plays Glass. Kill. What If If Only. IMP, performed together at the Public Theater. Actor Deir…

Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour – Miami

Cirque du Soleil: OVO – Miami

Emilio Lovera – Miami

Madres en Cuarentena – Miami

Theo Von: Return Of The Rat – Miami

Brotherly Love: A Review of “Hymn” at Chicago Shakespeare Theater by Tristan Bruns

Celebrated British writer Lolita Chakrabarti teams up with three-time Jeff Award-winning director Ron OJ Parson for an updated presentation of “Hymn” (2021), about two estranged brothers…

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Louis C.K.

Big Wig Mother’s Day Brunch: The Ultimate Drag Experience

Kyle Dunnigan

Yo Momma’s So Gay

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 by Matt Tamanini

Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and only daily podcast recapping the top theatre headlines every Monday through Friday. Any and all feedback is appreciated:Grace Aki:�…

New Production Images Released for Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre by Staff Writer

The Royal Shakespeare Company has released a fresh set of production images for its multi-award-winning West End hit, Matilda The Musical.

Beethoven’s Fifth with The Philadelphia Orchestra

New Book Tells the Story of Mrs. Lovett From SWEENEY TODD

A new book has been released that tells the story of Mrs. Lovett, the character from the musical Sweeney Todd. "The Butcher's Daughter: The Hitherto Untold Story of Mrs. Lovett" by David Dem…

“The Cherry Orchard” By Benedict Andrews: A Stark Mirror For A Collapsing Present by Victoria Zavyalova

Benedict Andrews’ reinvention of Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard at St. Ann’s Warehouse raises the devastating question of our era: When change comes, what becomes of the world we’re ab…

Movie review: Josh Hartnett saves ‘Fight or Flight’ from crash landing by Tribune News Service

Take note: if you have any anxiety about flying, James Madigan’s “Fight or Flight” will not be for you. But if a cheap and cheerful one-setting action thriller a la “Bullet Train” …

Paines Plough Announces Consumed and Ordinary Decent Criminal for Edinburgh Festival Fringe and UK Tour by Staff Writer

Paines Plough has unveiled its 2025 programme, featuring two brand new commissions set to premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before embarking on national tours

Sidonie Smith and Adam Garcia to Star in The Bodyguard UK and Europe Tour by Staff Writer

Producers Michael Harrison and David Ian have announced the return of the award-winning smash hit musical The Bodyguard, which will tour the UK and Europe from September 2025

Every Brilliant Thing to Make West End Premiere @sohoplace This August by Staff Writer

Second Half Productions, in association with Nica Burns and Paines Plough, has announced the West End premiere of Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe

The Maiden of Venice – Carlos Acosta’s Reimagining of La Bayadère to Premiere at Birmingham Hippodrome by Staff Writer

Birmingham Royal Ballet has announced the world premiere of The Maiden of Venice, a bold new reimagining of the 19th-century ballet La Bayadère, conceived and directed by Carlos Acosta

Wodehouse in Wonderland Starring Robert Daws Comes to London’s Tabard Theatre Ahead of Edinburgh Fringe by Staff Writer

Robert Daws will star in Wodehouse in Wonderland, a witty and poignant one-man play by the late William Humble, at London’s Tabard Theatre from 20 to 22 July 2025

The Lady from the Sea Starring Alicia Vikander and Andrew Lincoln to Premiere at The Bridge Theatre by Staff Writer

London Theatre Company has announced a major new production of The Lady from the Sea starring Alicia Vikander and Andrew Lincoln

Interview: How Marianna Gailus Became the One-Woman Understudy for Andrew Scott’s One-Man Vanya

Marianna Gailus

Broadway Pipeline: May 7, 2025 by Theatrical Index

In honor of Hamilton's 10th anniversary, Lin-Manuel Miranda posted a new video Gavin ... - Facebook

PLAYBILL.COM. Watch Gavin Creel Sing Hamilton's 'You'll Be Back' at Song's 1st Public Performance. Lin-Manuel Miranda posted the rare footage of the ...

Dogs on the Metro review – all stations to teenage angst by Mark Fisher

Live theatre, NewcastleThe Tyne and Wear Metro is the setting of Emilie Robson’s evocative new play about two teen friends but something darker rumbles beneath Emilie Robson’s insinuatin…

What to stream: Sit back, relax and enjoy these Josh Hartnett films by Tribune News Service

Things have been good for Josh Hartnett these past few years. The Y2K era teen star has established a fun new groove for himself, working in genre pictures like this week’s bonkers actione…

13 Off Broadway Shows to See in May by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Hugh Jackman in “Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes” and Maya Hawke in the title role of “Eurydice” — here’s what’s on New York stages this month.

CT theaters scrambling after NEA grants are rescinded as Trump looks to eliminate the agency by Christopher Arnott

Several major Connecticut theaters were abruptly informed on Friday night that National Endowment for the Arts grants, which had already been awarded, were rescinded.

David Henry Hwang Calls His Father in “Yellow Face” by Julia Corbett

David Henry Hwang (Daniel Dae Kim) shares a phone call with his father in the wake of the Miss Saigon casting controversy. The post David Henry Hwang Calls His Father in “Yellow Face” ap…

Amanda Reid to star in 'Hell's Kitchen' on Broadway | New York Theatre Guide

Amanda Reid to star in 'Hell's Kitchen' on Broadway. The actress, who is currently an understudy in Alicia Keys's Tony Award-winning musical, will ...

Gypsy review [Broadway 2025] - Man in Chair

The jewel in the crown of the musical theatre canon gleams all the more brightly in this immaculately staged revival, with the great Audra ...

Celebrity Doppelgängers Matthew Gray Gubler and Andrew Durand Meet - People.com

On Thursday, May 1, the Criminal Minds actor, 45, stopped by to see Broadway's Dead Outlaw, the darkly comedic and inventive new musical starring ...

An Actress of Many Passions, Now Making History in 'Wicked' - The New York Times

... is empathy and advocacy for justice,” said Lencia Kebede, who is the first Black actress to play the role full time on Broadway.

Michael Shannon Producing Brett Neveu's Revolution Off-Broadway - TheaterMania.com

The new play, from Chicago's A Red Orchid Theatre, stars Natalie West. David Gordon. | Off-Broadway |. May 6, 2025. thumbnail image001 (2) ...

BROADWAY EATS with Samantha Williams - StageBuddy.com

We continue now with burgeoning Broadway star Samantha Williams, who's currently featured as Mabel Stanley in the freshly Tony-nominated Roundabout re ...

Dolly Parton Just Announced Who Will Play Her in New Broadway Show

And, of course, you can't have a Broadway musical without music. From ... Quinn Titcomb, who made her professional acting debut at just five-years-old ...

'Ragtime' To Kick Off Fall 2025 Lincoln Center Theater Under Artistic Director Lear deBessonet

For the original Broadway production of Ragtime, they won the Tony Award, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards and received two Grammy ...

RAGTIME Will Return to Broadway This Fall

A strange, insistent music is coming back to Broadway. BroadwayWorld has just learned that Lincoln Center Theater will soon present Ragtime at the ...

Music from Broadway blooms in Steamboat as Yampa Valley Choral Society hosts spring concert

... Broadway to life during a performance at St. Paul's Episcopal ... Broadway to life during a performance at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. “I ...

'Ragtime' comes back to Broadway starring Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Brandon Uranowitz

Lear deBessonet's acclaimed New York City Center production of "Ragtime" is headed to Broadway with Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy and Brandon ...

Ashley Graham Wants to Rep 'Curvy Women' Everywhere in Broadway Debut - People.com

Ashley Graham knows her Broadway debut is bigger than her. The supermodel is currently reading the boards as Roxie Hart in the hit Broadway ...

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 7, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 7, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours. RAGTIME Will Return to Broadway This …

The 2025 Theatre World Award Winners Are… by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: The 2025 Theatre World Award Winners Announced The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has just announced the Honorees for the Theatre World Award for an Out…

Pierre Audi obituary by Barry Millington

Innovative founder of the Almeida theatre in London and director of the Dutch National Opera Based successively in London, the Netherlands and France, Pierre Audi, who has died suddenly age…

City of Gaithersburg/Arts Barn

THE CUBAN CLUB

The Theatre at St. Clements

Pictured Rocks Kayaking

The Boulton Center For The Performing Arts

Herzl-Ner Tamid Conservative Congregation

The Dairy Art Center

The Nomad Playhouse

MoJo’s Tavern

The Jungle Theater

OWA Theater

The Nash

The Frank Green Space at Maryland Ensemble Theatre

Rotary Train Station

Germantown Community Theatre

The Steve & Marie Sgouros Theatre (Players Theatre loft)

Athens Area Council for the Arts

Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center

The Provincetown Theater

Maltz Performing Arts Center

Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts

Lady Michigan

Shedinburgh festival returns with new 100-seat venue at Edinburgh fringe by Chris Wiegand

Francesca Moody and Gary McNair’s innovative DIY solution to Covid restrictions will be revamped for a series of in-person, one-off shows When the 2020 Edinburgh fringe was cancelled due t…

West End Transfer of Terence Rattigan's The Deep Blue Sea Begins May 7 by Andrew Gans

Lindsay Posner directs the revival at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.

Irishtown **** by Barry Gordin

By Paulanne Simmons May 6, 2025. If you thought all Irish plays are dark and depressing, think again. Irishtown, by Ciara Elizabeth Smyth may be one of the funniest plays of the season. It�…

Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents: Women’s Month Continues With Theatre Producer and Leading Innovator of American Theatre by Suzanna Bowling

Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents”, is filmed from the Hotel Edison. As we continue to celebrate Women’s Month T2C’s publisher and owner Suzanna Bowling talks…