West End Stars Kerry Ellis and Ben Forster Will Offer NYC Concert | Playbill

Presented by Westway on Broadway, the January 13, 2026, concert will begin at 8 PM. Attendees can expect musical theatre favorites, anthems, duets, ...

Lion King Actress Imani Dia Smith Dies - Metuchen - Daily Voice

The family of Imani Dia Smith, a Broadway child actress who played Young Nala in.

Broadway star Leslie Odom Jr. presents 'The Christmas Tour' at Vilar | VailDaily.com

Whether it's playing Aaron Burr in the Broadway musical "Hamilton," performing television and film roles or staging his Christmas Tour " as he ...

Jamie Campbell Bower Surprises Fans in 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' on Broadway

A visit from Vecna is a waking nightmare in Hawkins, but it's a dream come true on Broadway. "Stranger Things" actor Jamie Campbell Bower ...

Yolanda Adams on Realizing Her Broadway Dreams in Hell's Kitchen, Musical Mentors ...

The role of Hell's Kitchen's tough-minded piano teacher represents Adams' Broadway debut as an actress, but she is already a Tony nominee for ...

May Britt, 91, Dies; Her Marriage to Sammy Davis Jr. Sparked Outrage by Clay Risen

She was a white actress, he was a popular Black entertainer, and their relationship elicited racist reactions in 1960, including from John F. Kennedy's presidential campaign.

From 'Chicago' to 'Dead Outlaw': All the Broadway Shows Inspired by Real Crimes - A&E

In 2025 alone, New York's Broadway stages have seen a bank robber's corpse traverse the country (Dead Outlaw), a fight with deadly consequences (Punch) ...

Billy Porter Says He Is "On The Road To A Full Recovery" Following Battle With Sepsis: "It Was Not Easy" by Natalie Oganesyan

Tony, Grammy and Emmy winner Billy Porter is sharing a health update after his turn in Broadway's Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club ended prematurely following a sepsis diagnosis. In an Inst…

Playwrights Horizons Sued Over Discounts For BIPOC Audiences - Broadway World

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Playwrights Horizons, alleging that the Off-Broadway theater engaged in unlawful racial ...

Inside A24's Cherry Lane Theatre - Hypebeast

Inside A24's Cherry Lane Theatre: The indie titan is bringing avant-garde experiences back to New York's historic off-Broadway stage " and it's ...

Exclusive: Cast and Creators of DAVID on Why It's a Musical

When BroadwayWorld was invited to the red carpet premiere of DAVID, the lauded animated film from Angel Studios that chronicles the rise of the biblical David from boy shepherd to king, the …

Art Gallery of New South Wales unveils 2026 program full of energy, creativity and connection

The post Art Gallery of New South Wales unveils 2026 program full of energy, creativity and connection appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Kristin Chenoweth admits 'we took a big swing' as Broadway flop Queen of Versailles closes early

The Tony winner, 57, starred in the musical on Broadway at the St. James Theatre beginning Nov. 9 (with previews beginning Oct. 8), but the show was ...

Free Christmas meals for first responders - Nashville - WSMV

Two venues on Broadway are teaming up to offer on-duty first responders free meals this Christmas.

Broadway trailblazer needs medical, financial help to stay in NYC apartment he loves

CBS News New York's Dave Carlin explains how the man's neighbors and friends are an example of what community is really all about.

Inclusive of Everyone by Mason Pilevsky

It's a Wonderful Life! " 21 December 2025 Irish Repertory Theatre is a buzz with holiday light in its festive radio play presentation of It's a Wonderful Life!.  Featuring laughter, song,…

Homeless 'Ned's Declassified' Actor Tylor Chase Gets Help Offer From 'Mighty Ducks' Star: 'All We Need to Do Now Is Find Him' by Michaela Zee

"Mighty Ducks" star Shaun Weiss posted on social media Monday that he is offering help to Tylor Chase, a former child actor who appeared on the Nickelodeon series "Ned's Declassified School …

Michael Douglas and Rob Reiner Talked 'A Lot' About Their Sons' Struggles Before Director's Death: 'This Was a Man Who Always Gave It His Be by Jack Dunn

Michael Douglas says he and Rob Reiner often connected over their sons' troubles before the "Stand by Me" director was killed. As part of CBS' "Rob Reiner " Scenes from a Life" special, Doug…

Austin Zangi Reflects Span of Seether's Music on Tour with ChamSys by Griffin Rodgers

In November, Seether wrapped their 24-city co-headline tour with Daughtry in Fort Lauderdale. Moving with them note for fiery note throughout their shows is a no-holds-barred Austin Zangi li…

How to Make a Room Feel Finished Without Redecorating

The post How to Make a Room Feel Finished Without Redecorating appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

From Broadway understudy to star: John Skelley's magical journey with Harry Potter comes full circle

... Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." Then he led the cast in San Francisco before the pandemic hit. […]. Local Mississippi breaking ...

Dream Music Puppetry Program's 26th Annual Puppet Parlor by Barry Gordin

A VAUDEVILLE By Alix Cohen December 22, 2025: Imagination, theatrical skill and physical puppet craft has had a home at HERE Arts Center's Dream Music Puppetry program since 1999. Endowed …

'Christina Aguilera: Christmas in Paris': How to Stream the Holiday Special Live Online Tonight by Atingley4

Just in time for the peak of holiday programming, Christina Aguilera is set to spread holiday cheer across homes tonight. "Christina Aguilera: Christmas in Paris," a musical special that dou…

Theatre Review: 'Wicked' at The Hippodrome by Herb Merrick

"Wicked," subtitled "The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz," with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, is adapted from Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, "Wicked: The …

Reading 'A Christmas Carol' Aloud, and Leaning Into Its Dark Side by Jillian Rayfield and Alice Zoo

An actor at the Dickens Museum in London is delivering dramatic performances of the classic holiday tale, just like the writer himself once did for sold-out crowds.

Marjorie Prime by TotalTheater

Broadway " Second Stage's Hayes Theater. Dec. 8, 2025-Feb. 15, 2026. Drama. Author: Jordan Harrison. Director: Anne Kauffman. 90 min. Critic: David Sheward (Dec. 2025) **** When Jordan Harri…

Playwrights Horizons Sued Over Discounts For BIPOC Audiences

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Playwrights Horizons, alleging that the Off-Broadway theater engaged in unlawful racial discrimination by charging different ticket prices based…

'Chicago Fire' Production Assistants Vote to Unionize by Caitlin Huston

This was the first show shot in Chicago to win a National Labor Relations Board election for production assistants.

Kristin Chenoweth & Ethan Slater Join NBC New Year's Eve Special

TODAY's Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager will ring in the new year as hosts of the two-hour primetime special A Toast to 2025!, airing December 31 from 10:30 pm"12:30 am ET on NBC. Kotb and Bu…

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Playwrights Horizons Is Sued Over Discounts to People of Color - The New York Times

The lawsuit, against the prominent Off Broadway theater, is backed by Edward Blum, who has long challenged race-based policies.

Video: Watch a Clip From AMADEUS Featuring Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany

An official clip has been released from Amadeus, the new series adaptation of Peter Shaffer's award-winning stage play. In the sneak peek, Antonio Salieri wrestles with the concept of his le…

Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves Reunite at Broadway's Waiting for Godot (Exclusive Photos)

... costars turned longtime friends reunited backstage at Broadway's 'Waiting for Godot' on Saturday, Dec. 20 " and PEOPLE has the exclusive photos.

Shoshanna Bean Sings 'Fly, Fly Away' at 2025 Broadway Dreams Gala - YouTube

The annual event was held December 13 at Plaza New York, with the evening's entertainment co-directed by Alex Newell and Spencer Liff.

'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Varang Actor Oona Chaplin Is Charlie Chaplin's Granddaughter and Considered Changing Her Name: 'It's Tricky to Feel by Zack Sharf

Oona Chaplin is the actor behind "Avatar: Fire and Ash" villain Varang. She's also the granddaughter of film icon Charlie Chaplin. Oona, whose credits also include "Game of Thrones," recentl…

Twelve Days of Christmas: Miriam Silverman

The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. This year we are featuring…

Bandit Lites Helps Nesta Garrick Bring Jon Batiste's Electrifying Fall Tour to Life by Griffin Rodgers

Bandit Lites had the joy"and the jam-packed challenge"of supporting the brilliant, genre-bending Jon Batiste on his dynamic tour, designed by Lighting Designer Nesta Garrick. Bandit…

Tony Hawk skates his way into 'Nutcracker' for San Diego show: 'You just have to say yes' by Alexandra Del Rosario

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk over the weekend faced an experience 'WAY outside' his comfort zone: performing in the 'Nutcracker' ballet.

Theatre Review: 'In Clay' at Signature Theatre by Charlotte Selton

The pottery wheel spins like an acrobat. The clay ebbs and flows, hypnotic and sensual, alive with a hint of danger. Will the pot collapse? The sculptor must move sure and strong, yet with d…

How Netflix Leveraged 'Stranger Things' Buzz to Boost 'The First Shadow' Ticket Sales on Broadway

"That was one of the coolest reveals of all-time," one fan told his partner on the escalator after the performance at Broadway's Marquis Theater.

Jim Catapano and the Early Days of Eugene by Jaymichaelsae

O'Neill's Formative Years Are Explored at the American Theatre of Actors To see the very first writings of a legendary playwright performed is always a fascinating endeavor. The ATA's recent…

How Netflix Leveraged 'Stranger Things' Buzz to Boost 'The First Shadow' Ticket Sales on Broadway by Antonio Ferme

Fans left the Dec. 19 performance of "Stranger Things: The First Shadow" buzzing after a once-in-a-lifetime moment: Jamie Campbell Bower, who plays Henry Creel/Vecna on the hit Netflix serie…

Aisha Jackson Replaces Maleah Joi Moon for IF I AIN'T GOT YOU: THE BEST OF R&B

Due to a schedule conflict, Aisha Jackson (Broadway's The Great Gatsby, The Notebook, Waitress, Frozen) will replace previously announced guest artist Maleah Joi Moon in The New York Pops' u…

Jim Catapano attends A Powerful Double Bill for Dark Times by Jaymichaelsae

AnomalousCo's Stiffler and Bounds Resonate at the ATA In December of its 50th year, The American Theatre of Actors was host to two astonishing one-act plays that take on the oppression and a…

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid Pose for Rare Pic at Broadway's 'Waiting for Godot' (Exclusive)

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid stepped out for a day date at 'Waiting for Godot' on Broadway, starring Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter.

Opera Review: 'The Little Prince' by the Washington National Opera at The Kennedy Center by Jeanie Casison

Spreading happiness this holiday season, the Washington National Opera (WNO)presented "The Little Prince" in December at the Terrace Theater, a beloved story that continues to resonate acros…

Video: Jeremy Pope & Anthony Ramos Star in First Teaser for Ryan Murphy Series THE BEAUTY

FX has released the first official teaser for The Beauty, a new television series from Ryan Murphy and Matt Hodgson. The series, featuring Broadway alums like Jeremy Pope, Anthony Ramos, and…

Playwrights Horizons Is Sued Over Discounts to People of Color by Michael Paulson

The lawsuit, against the prominent Off Broadway theater, is backed by Edward Blum, who has long challenged race-based policies. Playwrights called it "meritless."

Kristin Chenoweth Says Goodbye to 'The Queen of Versailles' on Broadway - People.com

Kristin Chenoweth Admits It's 'Hard' to 'Say Goodbye' as The Queen of Versailles Closes on Broadway Early. The Tony Award winner held back tears as ...

The Real Housewives Of Atlanta Star Kandi Burruss Is Back On Broadway In '& Juliet'

I could not be more thrilled to return to the Broadway stage in this incredible musical… As a songwriter myself, I am such a fan of Max Martin's ...

ADJ Lighting Adds Festive Sparkle to Iconic 1 Bryant Park Holiday Installation by Griffin Rodgers

A carefully selected range of ADJ lighting fixtures brought festive sparkle to one of New York City's most prestigious commercial buildings. Canal Sound & Light has delivered a striking …

IHeartMedia Adds Video Podcasts to App by Caitlin Huston

The audio giant will allow creators to distribute full-length videos within the iHeartMedia ecosystem.

James Cameron Criticizes Amy Poehler's Golden Globes Joke About His Marriage to Kathryn Bigelow Being Torture: 'An Ignorant Dig' That 'Went To by Zack Sharf

James Cameron was the butt of one of Amy Poehler's most ruthless Golden Globes jokes, one he's now calling an "ignorant dig" at his expense. Speaking in a recent interview with The New York …

Video: Brian D'Arcy James Looks Back on Playing King George in HAMILTON

On Monday, five-time Tony nominee Brian D'Arcy James joined TODAY to discuss some of his current and past projects, including originating King George in Hamilton off- Broadway and the ongoin…

'There's still a little more road to hoe': 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' boss Jenny Han teases the film by Debra Birnbaum

The executive producer on why she's Team Belly, the show's most surprising fan, and what to expect from the movie version

Patricia Lockwood Reads Elizabeth Bishop

The poet joins Kevin Young to read and discuss "In the Waiting Room," by Elizabeth Bishop, and her own poem "Love Poem Like We Used to Write It."

American College Theatre Festival Severs Affiliation With Kennedy Center After 58 Years by Greg Evans

After an affiliation that's lasted nearly 60 years, the American College Theatre Festival is suspending its partnership with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington,…

LD Emanuele Agliati Chooses Claypaky for Il Furioso at Teatro Donizetti by Griffin Rodgers

Lighting Designer Emanuele Agliati selected a combination of Claypaky fixtures to play a key role in the lighting design of 'Il furioso nell'isola di S. Domingo' by Gaetano Donizetti. With t…

Emmy-Winning Producer Bill Bracken Joins Dick Clark Prods. as Exec VP of Production by Michael Schneider

Emmy-winning producer Bill Bracken, whose credits include "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade" and the Disney+ live concert special "Grace for the World: Live from St. Peters Square," has joined…

Video: Andrew Barth Feldman Joins Nick Jonas for 'Home Alone' Performance During Long Island Concert

During a concert performance at UBS Arena this past weekend, Andrew Barth Feldman joined Nick Jonas for a live performance of "Home Alone" from A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, which is now str…

Video: 'Luck Be a Lady' from GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

Take your first look at "Luck Be a Lady" performed by Jacob Dickey and the company of GUYS AND DOLLS at Sakespeare Theatre Company. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Fr…

Talkin' Broadway Sound Advice: Sondheim, Finke, the Gershwins, McHugh, Berlin - 12/22/25 by Rob Lester

Reviews of tribute albums for Sondheim, Finke, the Gershwins, McHugh, Berlin.

Your Travalanche Daily Digest for December 22, 2025 by Trav S.D.

Today's new Travalanche posts for December 22, 2025 are about Dame Peggy Ashcroft and a dame named Peggie Castle. Other earlier Travalanche posts for December 22 (in no particular order) inc…

Meet the real 'Marty Supreme': A look at the eccentric ping-pong star who inspired Timothée Chalamet movie by Mia McNiece

Josh Safdie's new film is inspired by table-tennis icon Marty Reisman.

New Musical 'Three Months Later' to Hold L.A. Presentation Starring Kristen Bell by Caitlin Huston

The production will hold three public performances at the Jim Henson Studios in February.

Ruthie Ann Miles, Conrad Ricamora & More Featured in CRAZY RICH ASIANS Musical Reading

A 29-hour reading for the musical adaptation of Crazy Rich Asians was held in New York City recently, with several members of the creative team sharing photos from inside. Maybe Happy Ending…

Crowd cheers for Bowen Yang outside 30 Rock after his last night on 'SNL' by USA Today

"SNL" cast member Bowen Yang announced he's leaving the show in the middle of the 51st season, a crowd gathered cheered his name after his last show outside of 30 Rockefeller Plaza.

Photo: Alex Timbers Makes History by Having Four Shows Running on Broadway

Tony Award winner Alex Timbers has made theater history by becoming only the fourth director ever to have four shows running simultaneously on Broadway. His newest production, All Out: Comed…

Diving Deeper Into American Theatre's Most Influential Titles

Amidst the welter of Best of and Most lists for 2025, American Theatre magazine took on a wider time horizon in its survey of the most influential theatre titles of the last 25 years, or qua…

Golden Gate Park's dazzling holiday light display brings joy to the season by The Associated Press

By JANIE HAR SAN FRANCISCO (AP) " A new night-time holiday display featuring music, colors and more than a million twinkling lights in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park is delighting children…

Clandestine Creative Casting by Mason Pilevsky

Tartuffe [New York Theatre Workshop] " 20 December 2025  Moliere would have been pleased with New York Theatre Workshop's Tartuffe. With a cast of NYC theatre royalty of every genre…

Composer Bryce Dessner to Present 'Train Dreams' Live-to-Screen Concert Performance at the Egyptian Theatre (EXCLUSIVE) by Jazz Tangcay

"Train Dreams" composer Bryce Dessner is set to present a special live-to-picture performance of the film on Jan. 8 at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood. Dessner's score will be performed by…

Barry Manilow Postpones 2026 Farewell Tour After Lung Cancer Diagnosis

Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning artist Barry Manilow is postponing his 2026 farewell tour following a lung cancer diagnosis. The singer shared the news on his Instagram, revealing that …

Adrienne O'Hara Hired to Head Communications at Discovery Global by Caitlin Huston

O'Hara will helm communications for the planned spinoff of Discovery from Warner Bros.

Lady Gaga to Premiere 'Harlequin Live' Christmas Eve on YouTube: 'By Harlequin Standards, Christmas Is the Perfect Time to Release Something Reb by Chris Willman

It will be A Very Harlequin Christmas for Lady Gaga fans. The singer is announcing today that her long-awaited concert film "Lady Gaga in Harlequin Live " One Night Only" will arrive down fa…

Zoey Deutch on playing Jean Seberg in 'Nouvelle Vague': 'I just wanted to give as much love and light and pay respect to this amazing woman' by Debra Birnbaum

Plus: What happened when she visited Jean Seberg's grave in Paris.

Allison Janney, Ava DuVernay, Billy Bob Thornton, and Colman Domingo to present at 2026 Critics Choice Awards: Everything to know about the show by Mia McNiece

Chelsea Handler will host the event, which airs live on E! and USA Network on Jan. 4.

Broadway and the Affordability Crisis. Stageworthy News of the Week. - New York Theater

The last Broadway show of 2025, "All Out," has provoked complaints anew about high ticket prices, at the same time that a new study concludes ...

Helen Siff, 'Hail, Caesar!' and 'You Don't Mess With the Zohan' Character Actor, Dies at 88 by Payton Turkeltaub

Helen Siff, a character actor known for roles in "Hail, Caesar," "You Don't Mess with the Zohan" and more, died Thursday in Los Angeles of complications following surgery for an illness, her…

American College Theatre Festival Suspends Affiliation With Kennedy Center

The American College Theatre Festival (ACTF) has announced that it is suspending its affiliation with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts after nearly six decades of partnersh…

From Broadway understudy to star: John Skelley's magical journey with Harry Potter comes full circle

The stage actor was first hired to be an understudy of the grown-up wizard in Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." Then he led the cast in ...

Watch: Shoshana Bean Sings 'Fly, Fly Away' From Catch Me If You Can by Logan Culwell-Block

Marc Shaiman accompanies the Broadway favorite at the keys in the performance from the 2025 Broadway Dreams gala.

Heartbeat Opera to Present New Musical Theatre-Infused Manon by Natan Zamansky

The 100-minute English adaptation is penned by Jacob Ashworth and Rory Pelsue.

See Ruthie Ann Miles, Helen J. Shen, Alyssa Joy Fox, More in Crazy Rich Asians Musical Workshop by Meg Masseron, Diep Tran

The film's original director Jon M. Chu is overseeing the staging.

West End Stars Kerry Ellis and Ben Forster Will Offer NYC Concert by Andrew Gans

The evening will be held at Sony Hall.

From Broadway understudy to star: John Skelley's magical journey with Harry Potter comes full circle

... them together. The stage actor was first hired to be an understudy of the grown-up wizard in Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

From Broadway understudy to star: John Skelley's magical journey with Harry Potter comes full circle

He returned to Potter on a yearlong national tour and now finds himself back on Broadway, with the role officially his. "It's like something that just ...

Dream Music Puppetry Program's 26th Annual Puppet Parlor by Alix Cohen

A Vaudeville By Alix Cohen Imagination, theatrical skill and physical puppet craft has had a home at HERE Arts Center's Dream Music Puppetry program since 1999. Endowed by his grandmother an…

From Broadway understudy to star: John Skelley's magical journey with Harry Potter comes full circle

John Skelley can't escape the pull of Harry Potter. The stage actor was first hired to be an understudy of the grown-up wizard in Broadway's ...

From Broadway understudy to star: John Skelley's magical journey with Harry Potter comes full circle

... of the grown-up wizard in Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." Then he led the cast in San Francisco before the pandemic hit. […]

From Broadway understudy to star: John Skelley's magical journey with Harry Potter comes full circle

John Skelley can't escape the pull of Harry Potter. The stage actor first joined Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" as an understudy.

Bowie: The Final Act is a sketchy and unfocused affair

Documentary gives inordinate attention to the late singer's Tin Machine project while neglecting his brilliant swansong

Barry Manilow to Undergo Surgery to Remove Cancerous Spot on Lung, Reschedules 2026 Concerts by Jordan Moreau

Singer Barry Manilow revealed on Monday that he will undergo surgery to remove a cancerous spot on his lung that was discovered after he finished a run of Christmas concerts. Manilow said th…

Step into world of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' fan experience by USA Today

USA TODAY's Trending Reporter Kate Perez takes you on an adventure through RuPaul's "Drag Race: The Experience" exhibition in Chicago. Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, …

Two Dames Named Peggy by Trav S.D.

Having done a single post on two Elaines just a couple of days ago, I promise this post on two Peggies represents a coincidence, not a trend. These otherwise completely unconnected women sha…

#LilyAllen teases a West End run for West End Girl 👀 #FallonTonight by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

'Song Sung Blue': Craig Brewer on Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson and the Neil Diamond moment that made him 'pinch myself' by Denton Davidson

The director of Hustle & Flow discusses casting his "perfect duet," the emotional resonance of Neil Diamond's music, and why this holiday story of dreamers on the margins is his most per…

Jack Wolfe On Playing Orpheus In 'Hadestown' On Broadway - BuzzFeed

Jack Wolfe On The Magic Of "Hadestown," His Broadway Debut, And Finding Himself In Orpheus. From London to New York City, Jack Wolfe opens up about ...

Review Roundup: PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK at Greenwich House Theatre

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, the new rock musical, is now in performances at Greenwich House Theatre. Adapted from Joan Lindsay's novel, with book and lyrics by Hilary Bell and music and arrangem…

Yolanda Adams on Realizing Her Broadway Dreams in Hell's Kitchen, Musical Mentors & Where She Keeps Her Grammys by Kathy Henderson

When Hell's Kitchen composer Alicia Keys stepped on stage at the curtain call of Yolanda Adams' first performance as Miss Liza Jane, the audience realized something special was happening. "H…

Timothée Chalamet Says Divisive 'Marty Supreme' Press Tour Behavior Is 'the Spirit of Marty': 'I'm Trying to Get This Out in the Biggest by Zack Sharf

Timothée Chalamet has some explaining to do. For the last several weeks, the Oscar nominee has been raising eyebrows in Hollywood with his unconventional press tour for "Marty Supreme." Whi…

See Who's Joining Downton Abbey's Hugh Bonneville in West End Shadowlands by Andrew Gans

Rachel Kavanaugh will direct the revival of the William Nicholson drama.

Melissa Errico to Lead The Story of a Rose: A Musical Reverie on the Great War by Meg Masseron

Errico has penned the lyrical theatrical experience that reflects on the human cost of WWI.

Daniel Breaker Will Join Cast of London's Hadestown by Andrew Gans

The West End return of the Tony-winning musical opened at the Lyric in February 2024.

American College Theatre Festival Suspends Affiliation With Kennedy Center; Festival Will Continue On Its Own by Meg Masseron, Diep Tran

The festival has partnered with the formerly bipartisan institution to put on the annual Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival.

Casting Revealed For Theatre For a New Audience's The Tragedy of Coriolanus by Meg Masseron

Ash K. Tata will direct Shakespeare's play, running at Brooklyn's Polonsky Shakespeare Center this spring.

What Do the Critics Think of Picnic at Hanging Rock Off-Broadway? by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

Portia Krieger is directing the new musical with choreography by Mayte Natalio.

Video: Watch Highlights From the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors

New sneak peeks have been released from the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony, held earlier this month in Washington, D.C. The annual tradition honors those in the performing arts for thei…

Magnolia Pictures Buys Willem Dafoe and Greta Lee Drama 'Late Fame' (EXCLUSIVE) by Brent Lang

Magnolia Pictures has acquired U.S. rights to "Late Fame," the acclaimed new film from "Diane" director Kent Jones. It world premiered at this year's Venice Film Festival and later played at…

Maya Rudolph Does Improv with a Basket of Wigs, Reveals a Cut SNL Sketch and Seth's Paris Hilton Bet by Late Night With Seth Meyers

In a series of interviews, Maya Rudolph talks about writing a note to former President Obama after he borrowed her dressing room, shows off her sexy Ivanka Trump impression and reveals the b…

Video: Zachary Quinto Talks Working with Janet McTeer and Mandy Patinkin in THE ARTIST

Zachary Quinto is putting on his attorney hat in The Artist, the new Gilded Age-era murder mystery on The Network streaming service. The performer, who was most recently seen on Broadway in …

Murder, they wrote: From 'Devil in Disguise' and 'Monster' to the Murdaughs, inside the making of the season's most notorious crime stories by Denton Davidson

Michael Chernus, Gabriel Luna, Charlie Hunnam, Laurie Metcalf, Patricia Arquette, and Jason Clarke break down how they approached some of the year's most challenging real-life characters.

Broadway and the Affordability Crisis. Stageworthy News of the Week. by Jonathan Mandell

The last Broadway show of 2025, "All Out," has provoked complaints anew about high ticket prices, at the same time that a new study concludes "affordability challenges for artists have…

Video: Kristin Chenoweth Speaks at QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Closing: 'We Took A Big Swing'

The Queen of Versailles played its final performance on Broadway yesterday. The Kristin Chenoweth-led musical took its final bows at the St. James Theatre, also starring F. Murray Abraham, M…

Photos: J.J. Abrams, Jimmy Fallon, and More Attend ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION Gala

Last week, All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich held its gala performance. VIP guests included P!nk, Jimmy Fallon, J.J. Abrams, Mike Birbiglia, Sara Chase, Jesse Eisenberg, Susie Ess…

The Best Broadway Showtunes of the Last 25 Years: Part One (2000 to 2005) by Playbill Staff

The 2000s has been a great time for musical theatre.

Jamie Campbell Bower Gives a Surprise Performance in Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway by Meg Masseron, Margaret Hall

The star from the hit Netflix series reprised his role as Henry Creel onstage.

Christmas Night Opera Gala and More: What's Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Find out what's happening in the opera, concert, and dance scene this week.

PLAYBILLDER Spotlight: This Production of The Little Mermaid Is These Teachers' Proudest Moment in Education by Dylan Parent

High schoolers in Indianapolis, Indiana, are bringing their community together.

'The Odyssey' Trailer: Matt Damon Gets Shipwrecked, Fights Monsters and Leads His Army Home in Christopher Nolan's Epic by Abigail Lee

Universal has released the first teaser for "The Odyssey," Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated adaptation of Homer's legendary saga. The film follows the Greek hero Odysseus, played by Ma…

The Best Broadway Showtunes of the Last 25 Years: Part One (2000 to 2005) | Playbill

The 2000s has been a great time for musical theatre. ... The 21st century on Broadway broke records straight from the jump. The biggest hit of the ...

PUBLIC THEATER ROCKED BY LAYOFFS - by Philip Boroff - Broadway Journal

A decade after Hamilton opened on Broadway and the Public Theater began reaping roughly $100 million for helping to develop the blockbuster ...

Duke Ellington's Shakespearean 'Such Sweet Thunder' by Alix Cohen

"If music be the food of love play on." Orsino, Twelfth Night By Alix Cohen In August 1956, Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn were performing in Canada when they crossed paths with the Stra…

James Ransone, 'The Wire' star, dies at 46 by USA Today

Actor James Ransone, known for roles in 'The Wire' and 'It: Chapter Two,' has died. The investigation found the suspected manner of death was suicide. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/st…

The Smell of Bread and the Cost of Desire: CSC's "The Baker's Wife" by Ross

The Off-Broadway Theatre Review: The Baker's Wife By Ross It all begins before the lights officially dim, with the theatre itself becoming a sun-drenched French serenade. The village plaza w…

Full Casting Announced for Shadowlands at the Aldwych Theatre by Staff Writer

Full casting has been revealed for the highly anticipated West End production of William Nicholson's Shadowlands The post Full Casting Announced for Shadowlands at the Aldwych Theatre appear…

Janie Dee and Stefan Bednarczyk to Perform Coward & Friends for One Night Only at the Menier Chocolate Factory by Staff Writer

Menier Chocolate Factory has announced a special one-night-only performance of Coward & Friends starring Janie Dee and Stefan Bednarczyk The post Janie Dee and Stefan Bednarczyk to Perfo…

Broadway and Television Star Daniel Breaker to Join West End Production of Hadestown as Hermes by Staff Writer

Broadway and television star Daniel Breaker will join the critically acclaimed West End production of Hadestown as Hermes The post Broadway and Television Star Daniel Breaker to Join West En…

Reggie D. White on Taking the Reins of Woolly Mammoth by American Theatre Editors

The D.C. theatre's incoming artistic director reflects on his path to leadership, the importance of risk-taking, and possibilities for brave new theatre. 

Teyana Taylor knew Perfidia in 'One Battle After Another' would 'shake the table' by Kevin P. Sullivan

The recent Golden Globe nominee speaks with Gold Derby about the audience's reaction to her revolutionary character.

Visual Noise, PRG, and Disguise Power Visual Experience at MDLBEAST Soundstorm by Griffin Rodgers

Visual Noise, Disguise and PRG recently completed their work on MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2025, combining creative, technical and production expertise to deliver a next-level fan experience at the…

"I Love the Vibe and Energy of Hell's Kitchen, It Just Feels Like Home" " Cody Renard ...

Broadway stage and production manager Cody Renard Richard grew up in Texas but has found his creative home in New York City.

NAMM Foundation Announces Long-term Endowment Initiative by Griffin Rodgers

NAMM  and the NAMM Foundation have announced the creation of an initial endowment of $10 million, made possible by NAMM's decade of contributions, investment growth, …

When We Are Married " JB Priestley's classic comedy gets an exemplary revival

An exceptional cast brings new life to the 1938 play at the Donmar Warehouse, London

Arena announces powerhouse principal cast for 'Chez Joey' - DC Theater Arts

... Broadway legends Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart, this legendary tale of ambition, seduction, and survival is hotter than ever. This new ...

2025 in Review: The Movers and Moments of the Year by JK

We were fortunate to have seen 17 different productions in 2025: 14 on Broadway and 3 off-Broadway. These are the shows we considered in all categories this year: Bat Boy: The Musical. Bu…

Review: A 'Picnic at Hanging Rock' Musical Is a Psychedelic Parable - The New York Times

More on N.Y.C. Theater, Music and Dance. Tom Hanks on Writing a Play: The actor also stars in the Off Broadway production of "This World ...

In the Off Broadway play "This World of Tomorrow," Tom Hanks plays a tech entrepreneur ...

In the Off Broadway play "This World of Tomorrow," Tom Hanks plays a tech entrepreneur from 2089 who travels back to the 1939 World's Fair.

James MacMillan's Christmas Oratorio " a spiritual journey filled with emotion

A highly persuasive performance at Barbican Hall showed the depth and range of the composer's sacred work

A Puppet Called Paddington by Anna Russell

Tahra Zafar has made creatures for "Harry Potter" and "Star Wars." Her latest project? Bringing the beloved bear to the stage.

"Father Mother Sister Brother" Explores the Mysteries of Family Life by Richard Brody

Jim Jarmusch's three-part drama, set in New Jersey, Dublin, and Paris, casts such notables as Adam Driver and Cate Blanchett in wry, ironic probes of grown children's relationships with thei…

Briefly Noted

"Daring to Be Free," "The Second Estate," "Best Offer Wins," and "A Love Story from the End of the World."

The Organists Improvising Soundtracks to Silent Films by Alex Ross

Early on, movies had no sound, but musicians provided live accompaniment. The tradition continues.

Letters from Our Readers

Readers respond to Antonia Hitchens's piece about Laura Loomer, Jill Lepore's article about the two-hundred-and-fiftieth anniversary of the American Revolution, and Amanda Petrusich's Profil…

And the Lifetime Achievement Award goes to … Liv Ullmann!

The post And the Lifetime Achievement Award goes to … Liv Ullmann! appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Award winning filmmaker developing play for CT theater. 'To bring bold new voices to our stage' by Sean Krofssik

"Support like this doesn't just fund a single work; it strengthens our future and allows us to grow with purpose and imagination."

'The Nutcracker' helps keep the lights on for American ballet companies by Anastasia Tsioulcas

About half of the revenue for American ballet companies each year comes from the cozy seasonal favorite "The Nutcracker." Since COVID, they have become even more dependent on those sugarplum…

Artists We Lost in 2025, in Their Words by Gabe Cohn

Robert Redford, Roberta Flack, Diane Keaton and Brian Wilson are among the cultural luminaries who died this year.

This CT inn opened the year the nation was born. Why that's 250 years of history still being made. by Pamela McLoughlin

No two of the rooms are decorated alike. Some have fireplaces and others glimpses of water or village life.

Christmas on Broadway with the Merry & Kind Desi Oakley | The Art of Kindness

Broadway's Desi Oakley joins The Art of Kindness podcast for our holiday extravaganza! The Wicked and Waitress star gets festive with host Robert ...

Oklahoma girl diagnosed with leukemia meets Stranger Things cast during world premiere

Jamie Campbell Bower Joins STRANGER THINGS on Broadway for Special Appearance " Broadway Direct. Broadway Direct New 48K views · 12:23.

A Christmas Fair review " site-specific heartwarmer is bathed in goodwill-to-all sentiment by Mark Fisher

Chadderton Town Hall, OldhamSet over the course of local village hall fundraiser, Jim Cartwright's play is charmingly performed and has a built-in sense of community Yesterday it was the sal…

Review: 'The Seasons' Jumbles Warnings About Climate Crisis by Brian Seibert

An operatic Vivaldi pastiche, with a new story by Sarah Ruhl, offers an ambivalent message about how art can make people pay attention.

The Rockettes, at 100, Need a Kick in the Right Direction by Gia Kourlas

This year, "Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes" pays homage to the legacy of the group, but its future seems to be more about sisterhood than dancing.

Meet Mia Carragher, London's Katniss Everdeen in the Viral, World-First 'The Hunger Games: On Stage' by Lily Ford

John Malkovich gives the theater adaptation of Suzanne Collins' wildly popular dystopian series some star power, playing President Snow in pre-recorded snippets at a 1,200-seater purpose-bui…

Nominations announced for the 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards

The post Nominations announced for the 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

2025: A Blockbuster Year in Pittsburgh Theater by Sharon Eberson

In the year that was, the future of three companies takes center stage, Saige Smith hits a series of high notes, "The Shark Is Broken" goes swimmingly for barebones, Pittsburgh Playwrights T…

Rachael & Vilray: 2025 - WFUV

Rachael & Vilray returned to Studio A with a new work in hand: their album, West of Broadway, and their patented retro-with-a-wink style of genial ...

Theater Review: BLACK NATIVITY (National Center of Afro-American Artists at Emerson Paramount) by Lynne Weiss

GO TELL IT! There are many ways to celebrate the holiday season on Boston-area stages, ranging from dance interpretations of The Nutcracker to performances and revisions of Dickens, to the e…

Darrell T. Joe Returns to Texas with the Broadway Show 'Beauty and the Beast' - YouTube

... Broadway Dallas and will be on the Music Hall at Fair Park stage from December 16 thru January 4. For ticket and showtimes, visit www ...

Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez returns to Naples - Florida Weekly

Vocal powerhouse Mandy Gonzalez returns to Naples to perform in January with Conductor Jack Everly and the Naples Philharmonic.