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Ben Brantley was formerly the co-chief theater critic for The New York Times. He has been a staff critic since 1996, filing reviews regularly from London as well as New York. Subjects of his profiles include the underground Belarus Free Theater in Minsk, and Barbra Streisand in Malibu.
Before joining the Times in 1993, Mr. Brantley was a staff writer for the New Yorker and Vanity Fair. He reviewed fashion for Women’s Wear Daily, where he was the Paris bureau chief and European editor, and movies for Elle magazine.
Mr. Brantley grew up in Winston-Salem, N.C., and graduated from Swarthmore College. He is the editor of two books of New York Times theater reviews and a recipient of the George Jean Nathan Award for theater criticism.

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ARC to Present Fundraiser Reading of THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT in May

The Actors' Reading Collective (ARC) will present a live reading of Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis' hilarious, poignant, thought-provoking work The Last Days Of Judas Iscariot, to raise funds for ARC's first fully-produced, in-person production of The Antipodes by Annie Baker.

New Musical TEETH Gets Second Extension At Playwrights Horizons

Due to popular demand, the new Off-Broadway musical TEETH has extended its run again. Get the latest updates on the show's schedule and more.

Mad Horse Theatre Company Presents TUMACHO, A COWBOY COMEDY This Spring

Catch the hilarious cowboy comedy TUMACHO by Ethan Lipton at Mad Horse Theatre Company from April 11 - May 5.

Review Roundup: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is now running at The Westside Theatre. See what the critics are saying!

Video: Matt Gould Teases Lempicka's Plot in 90 Seconds

Get ready to laugh! Matt Gould, the Book Writer & Lyricist for LEMPICKA, hilariously dissects the plot of the latest Broadway musical!

Judy Kuhn, Kerstin Anderson, Perry Sherman & More to Star in UNKNOWN SOLDIER D.C. Premiere

The cast and creative team has been revealed for Unknown Soldier at Arena Stage. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: TOPDOG/UNDERDOG at Invictus Theatre Company

Invictus Theatre Company's production of the Pulitzer Prize-winner TOPDOG/UNDERDOG has moments of comedic entertainment and dramatic import, but it struggles to live up to the play's substantial reputation. It runs through March 31.

London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35

London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

Interview: Luke Yankee's Being Me in MARILYN, MOM & ME

Luke Yankee’s Marilyn, Mom & Me world premieres February 16, 2024, at the International City Theatre. Written by Luke, he also directs the cast of Laura Gardner, Alisha Soper, Jacquelin Lorraine Schofield, Brian Rohan and Noah Wagner.

Complete Cast Set For LEMPICKA on Broadway, Starring Eden Espinosa

The complete cast has been revealed for Lempicka, the highly anticipated new musical celebrating the true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka. Learn who is joining the previously announced Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman, and more!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 26, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 26, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

The Contemporary Theatre Of Ohio to Present THE SKELETON CREW Next Month

The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio presents 'Skeleton Crew,' a play that explores the lives of four auto plant workers during the 2008 recession.

Caissie Levy to Reprise Role in NEXT TO NORMAL West End Transfer

The critically acclaimed cast of the smash hit Donmar Warehouse production of the Broadway musical Next to Normal – which sold every seat at every performance across its season at Donmar Warehouse, where the production made its long-awaited UK Premiere –are to return as the show prepares to transfer to London’s West End.

LEMPICKA On Broadway Adds Beth Leavel, Amber Iman And More To Principal Cast

At a special event at Sotheby's, the new principal cast of Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, was announced.

Video: The Cast of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Perform 'Our Time' in New Music Video

An all new music video has been released for the song 'Our Time' from Merrily We Roll Along, featuring Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez. Check out the video here!

LEMPICKA Announces Collaboration With Sotheby's Auction House

Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, is collaborating with Sotheby’s, the world’s premier destination for art and luxury, in celebration of the renowned artist and the Broadway-bound production.

Interview: A Voice for DC Theater and Beyond Says Goodbye.

If you have been around DC theatre for any length of time, you are very familiar with the writing of Chief Theater Critic for The Washington Post, Peter Marks. He has been the definitive voice of theater for the DMV and beyond for 21 years. On December 31st, Peter Marks’ stunning reign at The Washington Post will come to an end. After almost 30 years reviewing in DC and elsewhere, one of the most important voices in theatrical journalism will be absent from print. That is not a good thing!

Updated: Darren Criss and Evan Rachel Wood Will Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Beginning in January

According to Darren Criss, he and Evan Rachel Wood will be headed to Skid Row for a short run as Seymour and Audrey, beginning in late January through the end of March.

Steven Pasquale Joins the Cast of Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs's TEETH

Get the latest news on the cast of TEETH, the new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Broadway star Steven Pasquale joins the talented ensemble in this limited engagement at Playwrights Horizons.

Jason Gotay, Alyse Alan Louis & More to Star in Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs's TEETH

Playwrights Horizons has revealed the cast for the world premiere of TEETH, a new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Learn how to purchase tickets!

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