John Patrick Collins to step in as Bob in Broadway’s ‘The Outsiders’ before Kevin William Paul returns by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

Paul is currently appearing in Classic Stage Company’s revival of “The Baker’s Wife.”

‘Operation Mincemeat’ extends Broadway run through July 2026 by Jonah De Forest For Broadway.com

Originally scheduled to run for 16 weeks, this marks the sixth extension for the uproarious historical comedy.

‘The Balusters,’ starring Renée Elise Goldsberry and Marylouise Burke, announces complete casting & dates by Jamie Kravitz For Broadway.com

Performances begin March 31, 2026, with opening night on April 21 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

Samuel D. Hunter’s ‘Little Bear Ridge Road,’ starring Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock, to close early on Broadway by Beth Stevens For Broadway.com

The play, which was originally scheduled to close on December 30, will now play its final performance at Broadway’s Booth Theatre on December 21.

Why early investment in ad creative matters more than ever by Chase Haylon

Building a creative ecosystem in the digital space 

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.

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.

John Cameron Mitchell to join ‘Oh, Mary!’ as Mary Todd Lincoln by Darryn King For Broadway.com

Mitchell’s 12-week engagement at Broadway’s Lyceum Theatre will run February 3 through April 26, 2026.

What you don’t realize about theatrical translators by Ruthie Fierberg

Christopher Hampton, veteran English-language translator, and Daniël Cohen, longtime Dutch-language translator, weigh in on the job that’s trickier than it seems, their specific works and…

Broadway League releases audience demographic report for 2024-2025 by Ruthie Fierberg

Select highlights from the latest report

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.

‘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.

2026 Chita Rivera Awards announces spring ceremony date by Andy Lefkowitz

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

Theater-focused coworking space opens in Times Square by Andy Lefkowitz

The office, called the Creative Collective @ 1441, is designed to be a home for the business of making theater.

Julie Benko will join ‘Ragtime’ on Broadway as Emma Goldman by Darryn King For Broadway.com

She is filling in for Shaina Taub, who is taking a previously announced leave of absence following the January 4, 2026 performance and returning on March 31.

Broadway Pipeline: December 10, 2025 by Theatrical Index

June Squibb, Cynthia Nixon and more say they were attracted to the big ideas in ‘Marjorie Prime’ by Ruthie Fierberg

The actors and their co-stars, Danny Burstein and Christopher Lowell, plus director Anne Kauffman and playwright Jordan Harrison discuss the questions at the play’s center — including th…

‘The Queen of Versailles,’ starring Kristin Chenoweth, will play its final performance on December 21 by Broadway.com

Directed by Michael Arden, the show features a book by Lindsey Ferrentino and choreography by Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant.

Watch the Broadway performances from the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade by Andy Lefkowitz

The 99th annual parade was held on Nov. 27 in New York City.

Little-known theater jobs: video content associate by Ruthie Fierberg

As video and projection design become more robust on Broadway, “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” animator Matt Taylor explains his role.

‘Operation Mincemeat’ announces partnership with Cradle of Aviation Museum by Andy Lefkowitz

The partnership will make way for a “Mincemeat”-themed scavenger hunt.

Ne-Yo to host special holiday-themed post-show performance at ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ by Andy Lefkowitz

The musical welcomes the return of its “Encore Sessions” series, previously hosted by its songwriter, Alicia Keys.

Broadway Itinerary — Week of 12/8 by Broadway News

Broadway News has rounded up a few industry events for the week of December 8, so you never miss your cue.

Shoshana Bean joins the cast of ‘The Lost Boys,’ a new musical on Broadway by Beth Stevens For Broadway.com

“The Lost Boys,” directed by Michael Arden, is set to begin previews on March 27, 2026 at Broadway’s Palace Theatre and officially open on April 26.

Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Stephen Schwartz earn 2026 Golden Globe nominations for ‘Wicked’ — full nominations announced by Ruthie Fierberg

See what other Broadway talent is up for an award for when the Golden Globes take place in January 2026.

Giving Traditional Media Some Theatrical Splash by Situation

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ now available for licensing by Ruthie Fierberg

Music Theatre International acquired the licensing writes to the Tony Award-winning musical in 2022.

Reinvigorating the ‘Sound of Music’ set for a new tour by Ruthie Fierberg

Scenic designer Doug Schmidt shares secrets behind new elements and the rationale that makes his whole concept sing.

Broadway’s ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ film fuses theater and cinema; how future pro-shots can do the same by Ashley Lee

The revival’s stage and screen director Maria Friedman and producers Jon Kamen and Dave Sirulnick on what factors to consider when filming a show and how they executed their vision with �…

A no-nonsense guide to holiday advertising strategies by Toby Richkind

How your advertising agency can set your Broadway show up for holiday success

Drama Club Camp application for 2026 retreats is now open by Andy Lefkowitz

Scott Ihrig and Shannon Morrison offer ways for emerging writers and established producers alike to develop new work.