Wednesday, April 22, 2026

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui review – Mark Gatiss terrifies as Brecht’s fascistic cauliflower racketeer by Arifa Akbar

Swan theatre, Stratford-Upon-AvonGatiss is part Hitler, part Scrooge, part Trump in Seán Linnen’s circus-like production for the RSCBertolt Brecht’s comic grotesque parable for Hitler�…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:25PM

Anthony Fauci makes acting debut in Oedipus the King play reading in DC by David Smith In Washington

Fauci was joined by actor Jesse Eisenberg and top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer in reading for DC Climate WeekWhen Anthony Fauci put on a pair of sunglasses, the hall erupted in cheers and a…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:28AM

To see or not to see? Every single Shakespeare play – ranked! by Michael Billington

Antony and Cleopatra? Exhausting. Lear? Magnificent but flawed. Hamlet? Limitless. For Shakespeare’s birthday, the Guardian’s former theatre critic ranks all the plays***35 Continue read…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:40AM
Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Smackdowns and showtunes: wrestling biopic Fighting With My Family inspires stage musical by Chris Wiegand

Adaptation of Stephen Merchant’s 2019 film about WWE champ Saraya-Jade Bevis ‘will be an absolute blast’, says one of the film’s stars, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ JohnsonStephen Merchant�…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:30PM

The Balusters review – a Pulitzer-winning playwright returns with mixed results by Jesse Hassenger

Samuel J Friedman Theatre, New YorkRabbit Hole writer David Lindsay-Abaire takes on a list of modern American conflicts in a fun, if ultimately underdeveloped, comedy dramaPlaywright David L…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:30PM

Between the River and the Sea review – an Israeli Palestinian feels the pressure to pick a side by Arifa Akbar

Royal Court theatre, London Yousef Sweid shows wit and charm as he tackles his divorce and custody battle, while the larger struggle closes in around himThis is not a political show, Yousef …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:00PM

Houdini’s reappearing act: David Haig’s new play lays bare the magician’s dispute with Conan Doyle by Brian Logan

An interest in spiritualism drew the escapologist and the Sherlock Holmes author together but, as actor-playwright Haig’s drama Magic shows, also threw them into conflictIt’s the questio…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:35PM

George Hall obituary by Sara Kestelman

George Hall, who has died aged 101, was an extraordinary life force – a composer, performer, teacher, director and raconteur, with an encyclopedic knowledge of cabaret and musical theatre.…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:35PM

Schmigadoon! review – cancelled TV show given hit-and-miss Broadway resurrection by Jesse Hassenger

Nederlander Theatre, New YorkApple’s spoofy musical comedy series makes a natural leap to the stage but often struggles to bring much that feels new to the materialThere are countless exam…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:35PM
Monday, April 20, 2026

Cassie Workman: You Are Here review – a remarkable standup on a crumbling world by Alexandra Neill

Melbourne international comedy festivalThis show is an extended metaphor about modern capitalism told through a young boy’s battle with a sentient shopping mall. If that sounds weird,…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM

‘Fisk really changed my life’: Aaron Chen on leaving Australia for the US and his meteoric rise by Dee Jefferson

The gently offbeat comedian is a beloved presence on Australian TV, but he’s now relocated to New York and made his first Hollywood film. He reflects on ‘a big time of growing u…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM

Wayne McGregor: Alchemies review – this spellbinding dancing will make you swoon by Lyndsey Winship

Royal Opera House, LondonIncredible physical facility is married to expressive lyricism in this triple bill by the Royal Ballet’s ever adventurous resident choreographer. You never kn…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM

‘She’d been drinking with Julie Walters. I heard a crash’: Victoria Wood’s genius – by her friends, fans and actors by Interviews By Emma John

Dazzling performer, brilliant writer, maddening perfectionist, Easter Egg hunt maestro … on the 10th anniversary of Wood’s death, those who knew her best celebrate the shy intro…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM

Do You Come from Gomorrah? review – Frank McGuinness’s blistering portrait of abuse and prejudice by Helen Meany

Abbey, DublinAn unnamed narrator recollects a 1970s childhood of institutional brutality and sectarianism in this allusive memory play Language is twisted and slippery in Frank McGuinness di…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM
Sunday, April 19, 2026

Fallen Angels review – Rose Byrne is utterly delightful in Noël Coward comedy revival by Juan A Ramírez

Todd Haimes Theatre, New YorkRose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara are comic gems in a pitch-perfect revival that sparkles like champagne Fallen Angels has appeared only twice on Broadway since…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:00PM

Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous review – a candid return to her most revealing celebrity interviews by Brian Logan

Richmond theatre, LondonArchive footage and fresh commentary shed light on the craft and chaos of interrogating big names such as OJ Simpson and Donald Trump What are these shows, in which v…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Gush review – Jessica Hardwick is superb as a mother-to-be surfing a maelstrom of emotions by Mark Fisher

Traverse theatre, EdinburghJess Brodie’s monologue about life on the brink of parenthood is both witty and gripping There are few transitions in life more profound than becoming a par…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Sexual harassment is rife on comedy circuit and women lack protections, MPs told by Amelia Hill

Women using informal warning systems to protect themselves and others, comedian tells equalities committee Sexual harassment and abuse on the comedy circuit is persistent and under-reported,…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Struggling theatres must ‘programme their way out’, says Young Vic director by Lanre Bakare Arts and Culture Correspondent

Nadia Fall calls for bold thinking as she announces new shows including anti-Trump version of Thelma & Louise Theatres facing financial difficulty can only prosper by “programming …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest review – Aaron Pierre makes a mesmerising McMurphy by David Jays

Old Vic theatre, LondonDirector Clint Dyer brings a fresh political focus to Ken Kesey’s story of disempowerment but the relentless misogyny of the text feels retrograde When Randle P…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Phil Ellis: Bath Mat review – Taskmaster goof celebrates his midlife failures by Brian Logan

The Stand Comedy Club, GlasgowThe northerner finds the funny in banalities with this raucous compendium of all-in-it-together bants Phil Ellis has been watching Netflix specials, and has not…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Avenue Q review – provocative puppets return for a feast of filth and fun by Arifa Akbar

Shaftesbury theatre, LondonTwenty years since its West End debut, the sweetly subversive musical returns with a few tweaks and a lot of heart The trigger warning “puppet nudity” …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Christine Baranski to make West End debut alongside Richard E Grant in Hay Fever by Chris Wiegand

Tony award-winning actor will play lead role of Judith Bliss in Noël Coward’s comedy at Wyndham’s theatre in London Christine Baranski is to make her West End debut alongsid…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Give theatre choreographers and movement directors their own awards, says union group by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

‘If we celebrate the impact of physical storytelling, we must acknowledge the artists behind it,’ says Equity body, calling out the lack of movement categories in major awards C…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Huw Fyw review – take a sentimental journey around a war veteran’s living room by Gareth Llŷr Evans

Dance House, CardiffTudur Owen’s Welsh-language play about a second world war veteran is unashamedly heartfelt and anchored by very fine performances This play by Tudur Owen tells the…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

‘Packaging evil into something funny’: is making fun of Trump now just ‘clownwashing’? by Matthew Cantor

As the president’s second term has wrought new horrors, comedians reflect on whether humor can still ‘deflate the strongman’s image’ During Donald Trump’s f…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Heart Wall review – grief knocks a family karaoke reunion off-key by Arifa Akbar

Bush theatre, LondonSecrets are exposed during a pub singalong as Franky returns home to find her parents divided in Kit Withington’s drama You can hear this play before you enter the…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

Ronin review – Yukiko Masui’s swordplay choreography is exhilarating in its cut and thrust by Sanjoy Roy

The Place, LondonThis audiovisually immersive, anime-inspired dance piece is full of stylishly fluid movement and thrilling fights and face-offs Some contemporary dance can make you feel l…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM

The Center Will Not Hold review – a compelling conversation between US dance styles by Lyndsey Winship

Sadler’s Wells, LondonTap, waacking, jookin’, footwork and jit are among the traditional, street and club styles that come together as Michelle Dorrance showcases a startling a…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:24PM
Thursday, April 16, 2026

Proof review – Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival by Richard Lawson

Booth Theatre, New York The Bear star and Don Cheadle are lost in a new take on David Auburn’s family drama but a standout performance from the two-time Tony winner does some heavy li…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:00PM
Wednesday, April 15, 2026

The Fear of 13 review – Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson lead sturdy, safe Broadway transfer by Richard Lawson

James Earl Jones theatre, New York There’s a strong emotional pull to this fact-based story of injustice, but on stage it’s all a little too polite to truly soar If the meat an…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:00PM

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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