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Saturday, May 16, 2026

Celebrity Autobiography Begins Broadway Run Tonight With Star-Studded Cast by Jonah De Forest

Broadway dish-fest Celebrity Autobiography begins performances May 16 at the Shubert Theatre, with opening night set for May 18. The hit comedy features a rotating cast of celebrities fro…

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Friday, May 15, 2026

Odds and Ends: Giant Gets a Global Release, Mary-Louise Parker Joins The Oresteia & More by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. A Giant Release A pro-shot of Mark Rosenblatt’s Olivier-winning play Giant will be released in theaters on November 19. The drama…

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2026 Tony Awards Nominees Shine at Broadway’s Meet the Nominees Press Junket by Jonah De Forest, Jamie Kravitz and Sophia Rubino

Awards season is in full swing for New York’s theater community, with the hottest shows of the season competing for big accolades. May 14 marked the 2026 Tony Awards Meet the Nominees Pres…

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House of Tugger: Backstage at Cats: The Jellicle Ball With Sydney James Harcourt, Episode 3: Everybody Here Vogues by Jonah De Forest

Hello, kitty! Hamilton alum Sydney James Harcourt has been bringing the heat as Rum Tum Tugger in Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway, a Ballroom-inspired reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber'…

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Watch Wicked's Keri René Fuller Cast Her Spell With a Performance of 'No Good Deed' by Jonah De Forest

Keri René Fuller, who plays Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway, stopped by the Broadway.com studio to deliver her character’s anguished aria, “No Good Deed.” Fuller is accompanied by Chris…

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Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Odds and Ends: Rent 30th Anniversary Concert, Weird Al Musical in the Works, Hamilton Returns in 4K by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. No Day But Today Viva La Vie Bohème! A gala concert celebration of Jonathan Larson's rock musical Rent is set to take place on Oct…

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Go Behind the Seams of The Great Gatsby's Broadway Costumes With Dresser Kimberly Lennox by Jonah De Forest

One of the many dazzling components of The Great Gatsby on Broadway are the Tony-winning costumes. The Jazz Age musical does not skimp on spectacle and Linda Cho's creations are no exception…

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Monday, May 11, 2026

Sam Linda to Join Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway as Ed; Robb Sapp Heads on Tour by Jonah De Forest

Sam Linda, who has played Ed in the North American tour of Disney's The Lion King since 2024, will step into the role on Broadway from June 9 through September 6. Robb Sapp, who is current…

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Ann Harada on Why Schmigadoon! Feels Like Home for Musical Theater Fans by Jonah De Forest

Funny lady Ann Harada has been a Broadway staple since her breakout role in the original cast of Avenue Q. Portraying Christmas Eve, an irreverent therapist from Japan, Harada lent her well…

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Friday, May 8, 2026

Odds and Ends: Last Dance to Star Adrien Brody, Rachel Zegler & Ben Platt, James Brown Musical & More by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. Save the Last Dance Two-time Oscar winner Adrien Brody and Rachel Zegler have been tapped to star in Last Dance, a father-daughter…

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House of Tugger: Backstage at Cats: The Jellicle Ball With Sydney James Harcourt, Episode 2: The Ballroom Where It Happens by Jonah De Forest

Hello, kitty! Hamilton alum Sydney James Harcourt has been bringing the heat as Rum Tum Tugger in Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway, a Ballroom-inspired reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber'…

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

High Stakes: Backstage at The Lost Boys With Benjamin Pajak, Episode 5: Farewell Fangs by Jonah De Forest

At only 15 years old, Benjamin Pajak is performing in his second Broadway show, this time as Sam Emerson in The Lost Boys, A New Musical. The boy wonder plays the younger brother of Michael …

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The Book of Mormon Cancels Broadway Performances Through May 17 After Theater Fire by Jonah De Forest

A fire broke out at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre on the morning of May 4, resulting in the cancellation of the May 5–6 performances of The Book of Mormon. On May 6, the production released…

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Fire at Eugene O’Neill Theatre Cancels The Book of Mormon Performances Through May 17 by Jonah De Forest

A fire broke out at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre on the morning of May 4, resulting in the cancellation of the May 5–6 performances of The Book of Mormon. The team released a statement on…

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Odds and Ends: Beanie Feldstein Announces Pregnancy, Keira Knightley Heads to the West End & More by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. Beanie Baby Broadway alum Beanie Feldstein announced news of her pregnancy on Instagram in a joint post with her wife, producer Bon…

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2026 Tony Nominations: Surprises, Standouts and Broadway’s Buzziest Moments by Jonah De Forest and Sophia Rubino

Now that the 2026 Tony nominations are here, there is plenty to unpack beyond who did or did not make the cut. New musicals The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! tied for most nominations with…

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Tony Awards 2026 Nominations Breakdown: Who’s In, Who’s Out and Who Made History by Jonah De Forest and Sophia Rubino

The 2026 Tony nominations are hot off the press, and there is plenty to unpack beyond whose name did or did not make the cut. New musicals The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! tied for most no…

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Monday, May 4, 2026

The Book of Mormon Performances Canceled After Fire at Historic Eugene O’Neill Theatre by Jonah De Forest

A fire broke out at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre on the morning of May 4, resulting in the cancellation of the May 5–6 performances of The Book of Mormon. The production released the foll…

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Designing Broadway’s The Rocky Horror Show Revival, From Trash Bags to Tinsel by Jonah De Forest

Richard O’Brien’s cult musical The Rocky Horror Show has returned to Broadway, with Tony winner Sam Pinkleton directing a new spin on the beloved alien sex romp. Broadway.com Managing Ed…

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Friday, May 1, 2026

House of Tugger: Backstage at Cats: The Jellicle Ball With Sydney James Harcourt, Episode One: Deity In Training by Jonah De Forest

Hello, kitty! Hamilton alum Sydney James Harcourt has been bringing the heat as Rum Tum Tugger in Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway, a Ballroom-inspired reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber'…

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Tickets on Sale for The Whoopi Monologues with Kerry Washington and Kara Young by Jonah De Forest

Before The Color Purple, before her Oscar-winning turn in Ghost, before Sister Act and long before The View, Whoopi Goldberg was a comic monologist whose one-woman show rocked Broadway in 19…

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Thursday, April 30, 2026

André Bishop, Jules Fisher and James Lapine to Receive 2026 Special Tony Awards for Lifetime Achievement by Jonah De Forest

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced three recipients of 2026 Special Tony Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre. André Bishop, Jules Fisher and James Lapine will…

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Odds and Ends: Bryce Pinkham & Ephraim Sykes Star in Trading Places Musical Presentations, André De Shields Reunites With Hadestown Team by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. Show Me the Money Trading Places, a Broadway-bound musical based on the 1983 comedy of the same name by Timothy Harris and Herschel…

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Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Titanique's Marla Mindelle to Host 2026 Drama Desk Awards by Jonah De Forest

This is major, divas! Marla Mindelle is set to host the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which recognizes New York theater of the 2025–2026 season. Mindelle co-created and stars in Titaniqu…

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Megan Thee Stallion to Exit Moulin Rouge! on Broadway May 1 by Jonah De Forest

Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion will depart Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! on May 1, having previously been announced to perform in the production through May 17. Her early exit was i…

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Monday, April 27, 2026

The Lost Boys Brings Vampires and VIPs to Broadway Opening Night by Jonah De Forest

The Lost Boys has officially sunk its teeth into Broadway. Based on the 1987 cult classic film, the new musical offers a spectacle of the senses and an original rock-infused score composed b…

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1/52 Project, Jake Bell, Kenn Lubin and Loren Plotkin to Receive 2026 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre by Jonah De Forest

The recipients of the 2026 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre have been announced by The Tony Awards Administration Committee, with 1/52 Project, Jake Bell, Kenn Lubin and Loren Plotk…

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Inside the Opening of Beaches on Broadway: Cast and Creators Share Emotional Stories by Jonah De Forest

The musical adaptation of Beaches has officially opened on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre, telling Iris Rainer Dart’s beloved story of friendship in song-and-dance form. Broadway.com hit…

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Farmer's Daughter Diaries: Backstage at Schmigadoon! With McKenzie Kurtz, Episode 6: Opening Night Delight by Jonah De Forest

McKenzie Kurtz plays the flirtatious and fun-loving ingénue Betsy in Schmigadoon!, which began performances at the Nederlander Theatre on April 4. The Broadway favorite, who has starred i…

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Sydney James Harcourt to Launch 'House of Tugger' Vlog for Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway by Jonah De Forest

Hello, kitty! Hamilton alum Sydney James Harcourt has been bringing the heat as Rum Tum Tugger in Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway. The Ballroom-inspired reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webbe…

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Thursday, April 23, 2026

Odds and Ends: Paul Giamatti, Tatiana Maslany & John Turturro Lead Rhinoceros in Boston, Man of La Mancha Concert Cast Set & More by Jonah De Forest

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. A Trio of Stars Poach Rhinoceros As previously reported, American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is staging Eugène Ionesco's absurdist…

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
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Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
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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