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Wednesday, May 13, 2026

World Tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Starlight Express Will Launch in 2027 by Andrew Gans

In addition to U.K. dates, the tour of the hit musical is also expected to play engagements in Canada and Australia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM[SHARE]

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Hamilton Will Get a Collector's 4K Blu-Ray This Summer; Find Out About the New Bonus Features by Andrew Gans

The release of the Emmy-winning filmed version of the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical will include a new documentary.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:07PM[SHARE]

Anna D. Shapiro Will Direct Are You Now or Have You Ever Been Off-Broadway, Featuring Rotating Cast by Andrew Gans

The new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 drama will play New York City Center Stage I.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM[SHARE]

In-Person Ticket Sales for Broadway's Book of Mormon Now Available at the August Wilson Theatre by Andrew Gans

A recent fire has temporarily canceled performances of the Tony-winning musical, the long-time tenant of the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:35AM[SHARE]

Watch 'Magic to Do' From Signature's In-the-Round Pippin, Beginning Performances May 12 by Andrew Gans

Matthew Gardiner directs the Stephen Schwartz-Roger O. Hirson musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:59AM[SHARE]

Casey Likes Will Be Jack Kelly in Muny Return of Disney's Newsies by Andrew Gans

Denis Jones will direct a cast that also includes Michael Park, Anastacia McCleskey, and Kayla Pecchioni.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:17AM[SHARE]

Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody Begins Simmering Off-Broadway May 12 by Andrew Gans

Jay Armstrong Johnson and Jimin Moon star in Dylan MarcAurele's parody of the streaming series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

West End Transfer of 1536 Opens May 12 by Andrew Gans

Lyndsey Turner directs Ava Pickett's award-winning historical drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Monday, May 11, 2026

Joel Blum, Jodi Bluestein, Elbi Cespedes, More Will Lead The Mystery of Edwin Drood Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Robert W. Schneider will direct the Tony-winning Rupert Holmes musical for The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM[SHARE]

The Lion King Broadway and Tour Stars Robb Sapp and Sam Linda Will Switch Productions by Andrew Gans

Sapp is heading to the musical's national tour, while Linda will make his Broadway debut at the Minskoff.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:20AM[SHARE]

See Who's Starring in Torched! In Concert by Andrew Gans

Performances of the Pregones/Puerto Rican Traveling Theater musical begin later this month in the Bronx.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:44AM[SHARE]

Male Fleischman Workshop Featured Eric William Morris, Jared Zirilli, Kristy Cates by Andrew Gans

Jeremy Dobrish directed the recent developmental workshop of the new musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM[SHARE]

Jesse Tyler Ferguson-Led Tru Recoups Off-Broadway Investment by Andrew Gans

Rob Ashford directed the immersive production of Jay Presson Allen's play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:16AM[SHARE]

Friday, May 8, 2026

Claybourne Elder Will Have a Gas in Little Shop of Horrors Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

The Company and Gilded Age actor will be the newest resident of Skid Row.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:15PM[SHARE]

Wicked National Tour Will Welcome 5 New Principals in June by Andrew Gans

The Stephen Schwartz-Winnie Holzman musical is currently playing Dallas' Music Hall at Fair Park.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:19AM[SHARE]

Audra McDonald Gave Nichelle Lewis Some Sage Advice About Playing Sarah in Ragtime by Andrew Gans

Lewis picked up her first Tony nomination earlier this week for playing Sarah, the role McDonald created.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM[SHARE]

New Duncan Sheik Musical Memoirs of Amorous Gentlemen Will Debut Off-Broadway This Fall by Andrew Gans

Rob Ashford will direct the musical based on Moyoco Anno's manga graphic novel of the same name.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:27AM[SHARE]

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Ann Harada, Tonya Pinkins, Howard McGillin, More Will Lead Getting Married Reading by Andrew Gans

David Staller will direct for Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:16PM[SHARE]

Ben Ahlers, Adrien Brody, Ayo Edebiri, Alden Ehrenreich, More Are 2026 Theatre World Award Winners by Andrew Gans

Winners will be celebrated at a June ceremony at Broadway's Longacre Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:47PM[SHARE]

Watch Alex Joseph Grayson, Jenn Colella, Broadway Inspirational Voices in Music Video for Shaina Taub's 'Huddled Masses' by Andrew Gans

The NYCLU, Taub, and more came together to honor immigrant communities and urge policymakers to act.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM[SHARE]

Video: Watch Kelsie Watts Perform 'Firework' in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:29AM[SHARE]

Jessica Vosk, Nicole Fosse Join Liza at 80! Carnegie Hall Concert by Andrew Gans

The Transport Group evening will celebrate the 80th birthday of stage and screen star Liza Minnelli.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:23AM[SHARE]

Matt Doyle, Bryonha Marie, Elizabeth Teeter, More Will Lead Muny Something Rotten! by Andrew Gans

Rob Ruggiero will direct the Tony-nominated 2015 Broadway musical comedy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:34AM[SHARE]

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

James Brown the Musical Is Aiming for Broadway by Andrew Gans

The late Brown's daughter, Deanna Brown-Thomas, is co-producing with Jeremy E. Cormier, who will also direct.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM[SHARE]

Jackie Burns and Matt Faucher Will Lead Hartford Sweeney Todd by Andrew Gans

Rob Ruggiero will direct the Stephen Sondheim-Hugh Wheeler masterpiece.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM[SHARE]

Andromeda's Sisters Will Feature Work of Jen Silverman, Linda Pallotta, Hansol Jung by Andrew Gans

Orange Is the New Black’s Catherine Curtin will be part of the one-night-only event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM[SHARE]

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Monday, May 4, 2026

Grammy Winner Zachary James Will Lead Carousel for REV Theatre Company by Andrew Gans

The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic will play the New York venue this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM[SHARE]

Drama League Reveals Directors Project Recipients for 2026 by Andrew Gans

The stage directors will receive fellowships, assistantships, residencies, and exchange opportunities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM[SHARE]