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Wallace Shawn to Present THE FEVER at Greenwich House Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
Wallace Shawn will embark on a theatrical double venture this winter at the Greenwich House Theater: performing The Fever in repertory What We Did Before Our Moth Days.
ELSBETH Renewed for Season 4 at CBS
by Josh Sharpe - January 22, 2026
Everybody's favorite New York detective isn't going anywhere. CBS has given a Season 4 order for Elsbeth, the police procedural dramedy series led by Carrie Preston.
Video: Sean Hayes Explains What THE UNKNOWN Is All About
by Nicole Rosky - January 22, 2026
Sean Hayes is back onstage this season in The Unknown, presented by Studio Seaview. The new one-man play is written by acclaimed and award-winning playwright David Cale and directed by Tony Award nominee Leigh Silverman. Watch in this video as the whole team discusses what the new play is all about!
Mandy Patinkin Shares Advice for Jonathan Bailey Ahead of SUNDAY
by Josh Sharpe - January 22, 2026
Next year, Jonathan Bailey will pick up the paintbrush as he steps into the role of George Seurat in the highly anticipated West End production of Sunday in the Park with George. Mandy Patinkin, who originated the role on Broadway, recently shared his thoughts about the new production, even offering some advice to Bailey.
Washington National Opera Negotiates Kennedy Center Exit & Endowment Ownership
by Joshua Wright - January 22, 2026
Washington National Opera’s planned separation from the Kennedy Center is moving into a complex legal stage, with negotiations underway over assets, facilities, and the future of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra.
CHESS Revival Will Record a Cast Album
by Nicole Rosky - January 22, 2026
xProducers Tom Hulce, Robert Ahrens and The Shubert Organization along with Creative Partners Productions have just announced that Chess will record a Broadway cast album on Monday, January 26, 2026. A release date will be announced shortly.
Kelsie Watts Sets Final Performance in SIX; Jasmine Forsberg to Return
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
Kelsie Watts, who is currently starring as Jane Seymour in Six on Broadway, will play her final performance in the production. Six on Broadway recently unveiled new cast members set to join the show.
Video: Jessica Vosk & Kelli Barrett Sing From BEACHES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
Beaches, A New Musical has released a first look music video of stars Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett singing “Wish I Could Be Like You” from the original score.
Photos: EVERY BRILLIANT THING Arrives at the Hudson Theatre
by Jennifer Broski - January 22, 2026
Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe is coming back to Broadway in Every Brilliant Thing. The limited thirteen-week engagement through May 24, 2026 at the Hudson Theatre. The theatre was last home to Waiting For Godot which closed on January 4, 2026. Check out photos of the new marquee below!
Video: Louise Pitre Leads Canadian Premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO
by Joshua Wright - January 22, 2026
Get a first look at the Canadian premiere of Kimberly Akimbo, which stars Louise Pitre in the title role at Toronto's CAA Theatre through February 8, 2026. 
Jason Moore to Direct MURDER SHE WROTE Movie Starring Jamie Lee Curtis
by Josh Sharpe - January 22, 2026
The forthcoming film adaptation of the murder mystery series Murder She Wrote has recruited stage and screen director Jason Moore to helm the movie. Jamie Lee Curtis is set to star as detective Jessica Fletcher.
Photos: In Rehearsals with the Cast of BLOOD/LOVE
by Jennifer Broski - January 22, 2026
The new original musical BLOOD/LOVE will begin its off-Broadway run this spring at Theater 555, opening on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, for a limited engagement through Sunday, March 29, 2026. Rehearsals have officially begun and BroadwayWorld is bringing you first look photos here!
M. Kilgore, Greg Hildreth, and More Will Join CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2026
Beginning Monday, February 2nd, the Tony-winning, record-breaking Broadway hit Chicago will welcome M. Kilgore as “Mary Sunshine” along with new ensemble members Austin Dunn, Danielle Marie Gonzalez, Christopher Kelley and Jeff Sullivan.
Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Coming to Blu-ray and DVD
by Josh Sharpe - January 22, 2026
Sony Pictures Classics will release the live film version of the 2023 Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along on DVD and Blu-ray on March 3. The digital version is currently available to rent or buy.
Photos: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Arrives at the Broadhurst Theatre
by Jennifer Broski - January 22, 2026
The jellicles are coming! CATS: The Jellicle Ball will begin Broadway previews at the Broadhurst Theatre on Wednesday, March 18 ahead of a Tuesday, April 7 opening night. The theatre was most recently home to Rob Lake Magic with Special Guests The Muppets, which closed on November 16, 2025. Check out photos of the new marquee here!
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 1/22/2026; Jobs In Operations, Communications, and More
by - January 22, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 1/22/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Jeremy Jordan Will Take Over as 'Bobby Darin' in JUST IN TIME
by Nicole Rosky - January 22, 2026
Two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan will star as Bobby Darin in the record-breaking, award-winning and Grammy Award-nominated smash hit musical JUST IN TIME.
Photos: Randy Graff and Beth Leavel in PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2026
All new photos have been released of Randy Graff and Beth Leavel as Bernie and Mags in the off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. They will star in the show through Feb 1. Check out the photos below!
WICKED: FOR GOOD Snubbed by 2026 Oscars; Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, & More Receive Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - January 22, 2026
Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, Emma Stone, and more have received nominations for the 98th Academy Awards. Check out the full list of nominees now!
FINDING NEVERLAND Is Now Available for Licensing
by Nicole Rosky - January 22, 2026
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announces that the inspiring musical, Finding Neverland is now available for licensing.  We have all of the details!
Video: Sarah Silverman on Making Her Broadway Debut in ALL OUT
by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2026
Sarah Silverman officially made her Broadway debut this week in All Out: Comedy About Ambition. Moments after stepping offstage, she talked about how it felt to make her Broadway debut in a short video posted on social media.
Photos: Bob The Drag Queen Get Ready for Broadway Debut in MOULIN ROUGE!
by Bruce Glikas - January 22, 2026
Drag superstar, comedian, actor, and New York Times best-selling author Bob The Drag Queen will soon take over the role of “Harold Zidler” in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. He recently met the press ahead of his run in the show. Check out photos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 22, 2026- DOG DAY AFTERNOON Sets Full Broadway Cast and More
by - January 22, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  January 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Hot Tickets of the Week: CHICAGO, HELL'S KITCHEN & More
by Team BWW - January 21, 2026
Ready to see your next Broadway show? Of course you are! Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week. Check out the shows we recommend that you should snag tickets (and a great deal!) to right now.
DOG DAY AFTERNOON Adds John Ortiz, Jessica Hecht, and Spencer Garrett To Cast
by A.A. Cristi - January 21, 2026
Drama Desk Award nominee John Ortiz (Jesus Hopped the A Train), three-time Tony Award nominee Jessica Hecht (Eureka Day) and SAG Award nominee Spencer Garrett (Once Upon A Time in Hollywood) will join Emmy Award winner Jon Bernthal and two-time Emmy Award winner Ebon Moss-Bachrach in DOG DAY AFTERNOON.

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