The latest news on live theater in Long Island from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Agatha Christie’s death, theaters across Long Island have been producing great works of the beloved mystery author true to the heritage of Christie and the spirit of her creativity.
Bay Street Theater will present Bee Gees Celebration bringing the unforgettable sound and dance-floor energy of the Bee Gees to the east end.
The Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center will present its First Annual PlazaMAC Comedy Short Film Contest, challenging filmmakers to create a family-friendly comedy short in three minutes or less.
The opening night production of “Annie” on Friday, March 6 at the Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts marked the fourth viewing of the scrappy, upstart orphan I’ve seen this winter alone (there was actually a fifth I could’ve reviewed if BroadwayWorld hired me two weeks earlier).
Bay Street Theater has announced that internationally acclaimed designer and philanthropist Donna Karan will serve as Executive Producer for its upcoming production of MISTER HALSTON.
The Gateway has announced its 77th Season, an electrifying lineup of Broadway favorites, iconic music, and powerful true stories that celebrate connection, resilience, and the transformative power of live theatre.
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts announces Sabbath: Long Live Ozzy, appearing on Saturday, August 22 at 8:00PM.
Bay Street Theater will present Any Way You Want It - A Live Journey Celebration, bringing the soaring sound and unforgettable anthems of one of rock’s most beloved bands to the Sag Harbor waterfront.
In honor of the official opening of the North American tour, producers have released production photos of BEETLEJUICE, the Broadway musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s film.
Voting is now open for the second round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate B
Bay Street Theater will present Joseph Vecsey’s All Star Comedy on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM, bringing a lineup of nationally recognized comedians to the Sag Harbor waterfront for one night only.
The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame will host the inaugural Billy Joel Symposium, featuring discussions on the artist's cultural impact and honoring Dennis Arfa.
A devastatingly timely production of “Fiddler on the Roof,” by Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset brings us to the small, earnest existence of Anatevka, a Jewish town in the Russian empire during the tumultuous turn of the century.
With theatre that touches upon the religious, it can be tricky to strike a balance between artistry and accuracy that carries the audience’s imagination instead of accidentally shunning creativity.
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Kiefer Sutherland: Love Will Bring You Home.
The Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, and The Daily Show rotating host and correspondent will be embarking on Josh Johnson'S COMEDY BAND CAMP as his next tour, a one-of-a-kind stand up and live music experience that brings together all the community of being in one big band and all the nosta
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The Gateway Playhouse will present THE FULL MONTY from March 13 through April 12, 2026.
Pleasantville theater company Arc Stages' Community Stage will present Sondheim's A Little Night Music.
All new video footage has been released from Newsies at The Argyle Theatre, directed by Tommy Ranieri, choreographed by Trent Soyster, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner.
BroadwayWorld has a first look at the North American Tour of The Outsiders.
Hofstra University's Department of Drama and Dance will present A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, exploring a complex web of romantic entanglements in 1900 Sweden.
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced SAMANTHA FISH: PAPER DOLL WORLD TOUR, appearing Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 8:00 p.
Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Best Movie Musical!
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Little Shop of Horrors: 40th Anniversary Screening Hosted By Ellen Greene Patchogue Theatre (8/30-8/30) |
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THE WEDDING SINGER The John W. Engeman Theater (7/09-8/23) |
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Megan Hilty Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center (8/22-8/22) |
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Jessica Vosk: Sleigh Staller Center for the Arts (12/11-12/11) |
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Annie Herricks Community Theater (10/16-10/25) |
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Jersey Boys Tilles Center for the Performing Arts Long Island University (7/06-7/06) |
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I Hate Hamlet by Paul Rudnick South Shore Theatre (8/22-8/22) |
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South Shore Theatre Experience present 15th Annual One Act Festival South Shore Theatre (9/05-9/05) |
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Yerma BACCA Arts Center (9/19-10/04) |
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A Swell-egant, Elegant Party: Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano, Hosted & Written By Laurence Maslon (WLIW-FM Radio) LTV Studios (8/01-8/01) |
