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Photos: Sarah Silverman, Heidi Gardner, and More Join ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION
by Bruce Glikas - January 21, 2026
The rotating cast of All Out: Comedy About Ambition is now starring Jason Mantzoukas, Craig Robinson, Heidi Gardner and Sarah Silverman. Check out photos of the new cast's first bows here!
Photos: Channing Tatum Introduces MAGIC MIKE LIVE in New York
by Bruce Glikas - January 21, 2026
MAGIC MIKE LIVE will bring an all-new flagship production to New York City this fall. The production was introduced in a special press event on January 20. Check out photos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 21, 2026- Go Inside the NEXT ON STAGE Finale and More
by - January 21, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Hochul Aims to Enhance NYC Musical & Theatrical Production Tax Credit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
New York Governor Kathy Hochul proposed allocating an additional $150 million to retroactively extend a New York State theater tax credit program.
Photos: Robin de Jesús, Mary Testa and More in Rehearsals for NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the complete cast and creative team for the new musical Night Side Songs, written by The Lazours. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Video: The Lazours Perform 'Into the Sky' From NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Nicole Rosky - January 20, 2026
NIGHT SIDE SONGS is about the small human connections that make up the vast tapestry of our lives. Inspired by Susan Sontag’s insight that “illness is the night side of life,” this transformative new musical brings us together to explore how song heals us and empowers our spirits.
MEXODUS to Return to NYC This Spring at the Daryl Roth Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
On the heels of a twice-extended run at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre in Fall 2025, Mexodus, the new musical written and performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, will return to New York City.
Debut of the Month: Sam Tutty in TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK)
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
Read BroadwayWorld's Debut of the Month interview with Sam Tutty, currently starring as Dougal in Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)! Read about the show's New York debut and more.
Video: Paulo Szot Performs 'His Kiss, the Riot' in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
Hadestown has released a new video of Tony Away winner Paulo Szot performing “His Kiss, the Riot” as Hades. Watch the video here!
Lily Rabe, Hamish Linklater, Katrina Lenk and More to Join Reading of Tracy Letts Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts, a marathon theater reading festival celebrating the works of Pulitzer Prize winner Letts, will take place at Circle in the Square Theatre.
Photos: Inside the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finale at 54 Below
by Jennifer Broski - January 20, 2026
After months of hard work, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage, sponsored by AMDA and Atlantic Acting School, hit the stage on Sunday for the live finale at 54 Below. The finalists included Lillian Duncan Bicheno, Ava Greenberg, and Keita Kawahara (High School Age Group) and Bo Bailey, Maria Elena, and Gabe Richardson (College Age Group). Check out photos here.
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Releases 'Runway Seating'
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Exclusive “Runway Seating” at the Broadhurst Theatre are on sale now for the new Broadway production of CATS: The Jellicle Ball. Learn more about the runway seats here.
CHESS on Broadway Releases New Block of Tickets
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
A new block of tickets is now on sale for the first-ever Broadway revival CHESS for performances through Sunday, June 14, 2026. Learn more about the show and get tickets here!
FDNY Called to New World Stages After Reports of Fumes
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
FDNY officials were reportedly called to New World Stages this past Sunday after reports of fumes. The theater complex houses five off-Broadway theaters in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - January 20, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! The 2025 Awards honor shows which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 19, 2026- SIX To Welcome New Queens and More
by - January 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend: 
Roger Allers, Co-Director of THE LION KING, Dies at 76
by Gillian Blum - January 18, 2026
Roger Allers, co-director of The Lion King, passed away at 76 years old, as confirmed by longtime collaborator and visual effects supervisor Dave Bossert.
A Complete History of RAGTIME
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - January 18, 2026
The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.
Playlist: Songs for a Broadway Snow Day
by Team BWW - January 17, 2026
2026 has begun and winter has officially arrived. As the temperatures drop and the winds of winter howl, have your very own Broadway snow day with these 25 songs that celebrate snow, ice, and all things winter!
Audition Differently In 2026
by Spencer Glass - January 17, 2026
Actor and Coach, Spencer Glass, walks us through ways to handle audition nerves, show up for ourselves, and enter auditions mindfully and with curiosity. No more negative energy. Check back monthly for more actor wisdom from Spencer. 
THE GREAT GATSBY's Drew Lake Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - January 17, 2026
The Great Gatsby's Drew Lake is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along as Lake takes our Instagram followers behind-the-scenes of the hit Broadway musical.
Video: Betsy Wolfe Takes Her First Bow In DEATH BECOMES HER On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2026
Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe began performances as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her tonight, Friday, January 16. Go inside the Lunt-Fontanne for tonight's curtain call as Betsy takes her first bow in a new social post! Watch the video below!
Video: Bernadette Peters Surprises Carol Burnett at PALM ROYALE Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Watch as Bernadette Peters surprises her friend and former Annie co-star Carol Burnett at the finale of Palm Royale, with a performance of 'I'm So Glad We Had This Time Together', the song that closed each episode of The Carol Burnett Show.
LIBERATION to Present Broadway Babysitter Matinee Offering Free in-Home Childcare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
A special Broadway Babysitter Matinee will take place at Liberation on Broadway.   Families can request up to 5 hours of free childcare for up to 3 children.
Photo: First Look at Betsy Wolfe as 'Madeline Ashton' in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe begins performances as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her. Get a first look at Wolfe as Madeline Ashton in the production here!

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