‘Purple Rain,’ Packed With Prince Songs, Plans Broadway Opening by Michael Paulson

The musical, set to begin previews next March, is an adaptation of the 1984 film about a musician whose talent is threatened by tumult at home and at the club.

Oskar Eustis Is Stepping Down From the Public Theater by Michael Paulson

Eustis has been the Public Theater’s artistic director for 21 years, stewarding Free Shakespeare in the Park, nurturing “Hamilton” and navigating the coronavirus pandemic.

Dolly Parton to Celebrate Turning 81 With a Musical About Her Life by Michael Paulson

The show about the country music queen, “Dolly: A True Original Musical,” will begin performances on Broadway in December.

Washington Theater Leader Is Out on Opening Night of TLC Musical by Michael Paulson

The departing artistic director, Hana Sharif, made it clear in a resignation email that she was leaving Arena Stage under pressure.

‘Superman’ and ‘Heated Rivalry’ Alums to Broadway in ‘Three Days of Rain’ by Michael Paulson

A winter revival of the Richard Greenberg drama will star David Corenswet, Yvonne Strahovski and François Arnaud.

What’s Behind Broadway’s New Musical Drought? by Michael Paulson

Hollywood actors in starry plays, skittish investors and gate-keeping theater owners have all contributed to an unusually tough climate for song-and-dance shows.

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Warriors’ Musical to Hit Broadway Next Spring by Michael Paulson

Miranda is co-writing the musical — his first since “Hamilton” — with Eisa Davis. It’s based on “The Warriors” film and novel.

‘The Sound of Music’ and ‘A Few Good Men’ Are Coming to Broadway by Michael Paulson

Lincoln Center Theater, basking in the glow of its Tony-winning “Ragtime” run, plans revivals of two more well-known titles this season.

The ‘Paddington’ Musical Will Come to Broadway Next Spring by Michael Paulson

The show, which revisits the story of a marmalade-loving bear, plans to open next April at the Hirschfeld Theater in New York.

Was Scott Rudin the Biggest Winner at This Year’s Tony Awards? by Michael Paulson

Scott Rudin is a lead producer of “Death of a Salesman,” but he kept a low profile this awards season after a four-year hiatus prompted by bullying allegations.

Tonys 2026 Takeaways: ‘Schmigadoon!’ and ‘Death of a Salesman’ Are Big Winners by Michael Paulson

The Broadway revival of “Salesman” led with six Tony Awards. “Schmigadoon!” won best new musical, and “Ragtime” and “Liberation” also took home major prizes.

‘Schmigadoon!’ Wins Best Musical Tony Award by Michael Paulson

The knowing, and loving, musical theater satire won the coveted award of the night.

38 Tony nominees on the strangest skills they’ve picked up for a show. by Michael Paulson

Here’s what to expect at tonight’s ceremony. by Michael Paulson

Here’s the latest. by Michael Paulson

How to watch the Tony Awards. by Michael Paulson

How to Watch the 2026 Tony Awards by Michael Paulson

The ceremony, at Radio City Music Hall, will be broadcast on CBS starting at 8 p.m. Eastern, and livestreamed on Paramount+ for premium subscribers.

2026 Tony Awards: What to Expect by Michael Paulson

This year’s annual celebration of the best on Broadway is being hosted by Pink.

38 Tony Nominees Reveal the Strangest Skills They’ve Picked Up by Dana Scruggs, Michael Paulson, Alexis Soloski, Nicole Herrington, Jolie Ruben and Amanda Webster

The stars of “Giant,” “Fallen Angels,” “The Rocky Horror Show,” “Ragtime” and more prove they’ll go to great lengths to be believable in a role.

2026 Tony Awards Predictions: Who Will Win? by Michael Paulson

Expect wins for the musical “Schmigadoon!” and the play “Liberation,” and for the “Ragtime” stars Joshua Henry and Caissie Levy.

Caissie Levy, Tony Awards Contender and ‘Ragtime’ Star, Is Having a Moment by Michael Paulson and George Etheredge

Caissie Levy was Broadway’s first Elsa. She starred in “Hair” and “Ghost.” And now, for “Ragtime,” she is an odds-on favorite to win a Tony Award.

‘Awake and Sing!’ Heads to Broadway With Danny Burstein and Jessica Hecht by Michael Paulson

Danny Burstein, Jessica Hecht and Jeremy Shamos will star in the Manhattan Theater Club production of Clifford Odets’s 1935 play.

Mark and Joaquin Consuelos, Father and Son, Make Broadway Debuts Together by Michael Paulson and Ok McCausland

This spring the talk-show host and his youngest child made simultaneous debuts, three weeks and eight blocks apart.

3 Weeks After Fire, ‘The Book of Mormon’ Reopens on Broadway by Michael Paulson and Sarah Bahr

The satirical musical, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, missed 25 performances during the shutdown.

‘Chess’ Will Close With Lea Michele’s Departure, in a Change of Plans by Michael Paulson

The Broadway musical had planned to keep going, but box-office sales made clear Michele’s appeal was essential. It will now close June 21.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus to Star in ‘Other Desert Cities’ on Broadway by Michael Paulson

The revival, also featuring Ed Harris, Allison Janney, Lily Rabe and Joe Keery, will begin performances in September at the Hudson Theater.

Broadway’s ‘The Lost Boys’ and Its Flying Vampire Spectacle by Michael Paulson and Sara Krulwich

The Broadway production takes full advantage of the Palace Theater’s abundant height and depth, making the show feel like “a massive trust fall.”

‘Beaches’ to Close on Broadway Months Earlier Than Planned by Michael Paulson

A musical version of the 1980s tear-jerker will close months earlier than planned after opening in April to negative reviews and soft sales.

Broadway’s ‘Giant,’ With John Lithgow as Roald Dahl, Turns a Profit in 10 Weeks by Michael Paulson

The fast success of this play, about the children’s author Roald Dahl, is a rarity on Broadway, where most shows lose money.

Bobby Darin Musical Reaches a Rare Broadway Milestone: Profit by Michael Paulson

“Just in Time,” which for a year starred Jonathan Groff, is the first new musical from last season to make money for investors.

How the Stars of 6 Tony-Nominated Broadway Shows Get Into Character by Michael Paulson, George Etheredge, Amir Hamja and Vincent Tullo

For Nathan Lane, Taraji P. Henson, Daniel Radcliffe and other actors, it can take wigs, group hugs or banishing ghosts to make the transformation.