Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from January 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
New Orleans Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from New Orleans — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
LOVE LETTERS, PRIMARY TRUST, & More Among Crescent City Stage 2026 Programming
Crescent City Stage (‘CCS’) has announced the first half of its 2026 season.
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company To Present SMALL CRAFT WARNINGS
The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans will present SMALL CRAFT WARNINGS at Loyola University New Orleans.
CAMPARI SODA By Alex Anthony Vazquez to Premiere at Blue Theatre Co.
Seductive, stylish, and simmering with tension, Campari Soda, a sun-drenched drama, will open Blue Theatre Co.
Warren Haynes and Gov't Mule Set Two Special Concerts in New Orleans
GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter and his acclaimed GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule have announced two special nights at The Orpheum Theater in New Orleans.
Theaters Cancel Performances Due to Severe Weather - Updating Live
As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.
Interview: Nickolaus Colón of HADESTOWN at Saenger Theatre
When the Tony Award-winning musical HADESTOWN arrives at the Saenger Theatre this weekend, audiences will witness Nickolaus Colón embody one of Greek mythology’s most formidable figures.
Video: Watch the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finale
The big day is almost here! After months of hard work, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage: Season 6 will hit the stage in New York City for the our live finale at 54 Below.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
John Mulaney Brings MISTER WHATEVER to New Orleans
John Mulaney will bring Mister Whatever to the Mahalia Jackson Theater for Performing Arts next month.
THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Reveals Full Cast
Full casting has been announced for the North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, a new musical.
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Will Return in April
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell announced the music lineup for the 2025 event, scheduled for April 24 – May 4.
Contest: Win Opening Night Tickets to TITANIQUE on Broadway
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
Why Community Connection Matters More Than Ever for Regional Theater
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
ICYMI: Meet the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finalists
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 3 performers in both age groups.
Watch: Next On Stage Season 6 Finalists Revealed
Tonight's the night! Who will be the finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, December 19 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out! This season is presented by AMDA & Atlantic Acting School and sponsored by MTI, 54 Below, and Westin New York at Times Sq
Voting Open to Pick the Top 3 of Next On Stage: Season 6
Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 5
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 5 performers in both age groups.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 5 Revealed
Who’s ready to party? It’s The Great Gatsby week, so every song comes straight from the hit Broadway musical that has audiences cheering every night at the Broadway Theatre! Now starring Jeremy Jordan, it’s the biggest party on Broadway.
Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton to Perform at Whisky-a-Go-Go on Halloween 2026
Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton will be taking over LA's iconic Sunset Strip venue, the Whisky A-Go-Go, for a special Halloween performance of their GRAMMY-nominated album, Death Wish Blues.
Le Petit Theatre Will Present Noël Coward’s BLITHE SPIRIT Directed By Ricky Graham
Le Petit Theatre will present Noël Coward’s BLITHE SPIRIT, directed by Ricky Graham, who will also perform as Madame Arcati.
The Irene Collective Reveals Cast of A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
The Irene Collective has announced casting and creative team details for its upcoming production of A Streetcar Named Desire in New Orleans.
BroadwayWorld Introduces My Shows Curtain Call and New Merchandise Partnership
BroadwayWorld announced today that the My Shows platform has officially launched My Shows Curtain Call, a personalized year-end feature designed to celebrate each user's year in theatre.
Voting Open to Pick the Top 5 of Next On Stage: Season 6
Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 10
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 10 performers in both age groups.
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The Marvelous Wonderettes Westwego Perf Arts Theatre (1/08-1/24) |
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show (minors must be accompanied by a guardian) Mahalia Jackson Theater (10/29-10/29) |
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Barry Bostwick Mahalia Jackson Theatre (10/29-10/29) |
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The 39 Steps Westwego Perf Arts Theatre (3/05-3/21) |
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Million Dollar Quartet Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts (12/11-12/20) |
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Sweeney Todd Westwego Perf Arts Theatre (11/06-11/22) |
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Mahalia Jackson Theater (3/13-3/14) |
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Summer Surprise Show Westwego Perf Arts Theatre (7/09-7/18) |
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John Cameron Mitchell: Hedwig 25th Anniversary Movie Tour Fillmore New Orleans (11/11-11/11) |
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Blithe Spirit Sullivan Theater (9/25-10/04) |