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Darren Criss to Host and Perform at 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
Tony Award winner Darren Criss will help kick off Music’s Biggest Day as host of the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony, live from Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 1. He is also set to perform alongside his Maybe Happy Ending co-star, Helen J Shen.
Drama Desk Awards Set 2026 Date
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
The date has been set for the 70th Drama Desk Awards! The 2026 Drama Desk Awards will be held at The Town Hall on May 17, 2026. Learn more about the event here!
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Will Be Performed as the York Theatre's Spring Benefit
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
The York Theatre will present a concert version of Jason Robert Brown's Songs for a New World for one night only as its 2026 spring benefit. The event will take place on March 30 at Theatre at St. Jean's. 
New Dramatists Annual Spring Luncheon Will Honor Stephen Schwartz This May
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
New Dramatists will honor celebrated composer Stephen Schwartz at their Annual Spring Luncheon on May 26 at the New York Marriott Marquis. Learn more here!
Photos: Bob the Drag Queen Takes First Bows in MOULIN ROUGE!
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
Bob The Drag Queen has officially taken over the role of “Harold Zidler” in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway.  He made his Broadway debut on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Check out photos from his first curtain call here!
Video: Bob the Drag Queen Performs 'Purse First' in MOULIN ROUGE! Megamix
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
In a new video Bob the Drag Queen is seen performing his iconic original song 'Purse First' as part of Moulin Rouge!'s curtain call megamix. Check out the video here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 28, 2026- TWO STRANGERS Stops By Daytime TV and More
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 28, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Erich Bergen Joins Sarah Pidgeon in Ryan Murphy's LOVE STORY Series
by Josh Sharpe - January 27, 2026
Broadway performer Erich Bergen has joined Tony Award-nominated performer Sarah Pidgeon in Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, the new limited series from FX and Ryan Murphy.
Video: RAGTIME's Caissie Levy Performs ‘Back to Before’ on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - January 27, 2026
Caissie Levy, who is currently playing the role of 'Mother' in the Broadway revival of Ragtime, visited TODAY on Tuesday for a performance of 'Back to Before' as part of the Citi Concert Series. Check it out now!
Video: Peyton List & More Take First Bows in HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - January 27, 2026
Heathers the Musical Off-Broadway welcomed some new cast members to Westerberg High last night! Disney Channel alum Peyton List joined the cast as Heather Chandler, along with Kate Rockwell returning as Ms. Fleming/Veronica’s Mom. Watch the video!
CHICAGO to Host Post-Show Talkback with Whitney Leavitt and Dylan Mulvaney
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
CHICAGO will present a special post-show talkback featuring Whitney Leavitt and Dylan Mulvaney, offering audiences a unique opportunity to engage with the stars.
& JULIET and TDF to Launch &FUTURE Education Initiative
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
& JULIET has partnered with TDF (Theatre Development Fund) for a new education initiative, &Future. The program will connect New York City students and educators to the musical comedy through Broadway performances and classroom-ready resources.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 1/25/26 - 10 Shows Cancel Due to Snow Storm
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 1/25/2026.
Video: Marc Shaiman Looks Back on Hollywood Career on THE VIEW
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Tony Award‑winning composer and lyricist Marc Shaiman visited The View on Tuesday to preview his new memoir. Check out the segment, where he speaks about some of his projects, and plays tunes from Sister Act, The American President, and more.
BROADWAY BARES to Return to Hammerstein Ballroom in June
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Broadway Bares will return to kick off New York City Pride Week with two performances on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom.
N’Kenge, Grace Field and More to Star in THAT'S LOVE! THE DOROTHY DANDRIDGE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for the upcoming world premiere of That’s Love! The Dorothy Dandridge Musical, starring N’Kenge. N’Kenge, who conceived the musical, will direct alongside Broadway veteran Christina Sajous.
Ryan Stajmiger, Leianna Weaver and More to Lead BEETLEJUICE North American Tour
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Beetlejuice. The tour will play its first public performance in Fresno, CA at the Saroyan Theatre.
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Celebrate 4th Anniversary With Post-Show Performance
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
MJ the Musical will celebrate its 4th anniversary on Broadway with a special post-show performance of Michael Jackson’s hit song, 'Remember The Time.' Learn more about the performance here!
THE OUTSIDERS Recoups on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
The Outsiders, which won four Tony Awards in 2024 (including Best Musical), has offically recouped its Broadway investment, becoming the first new musical to do so since & Juliet, which opened in 2022. The Broadway production recouped its $22 million capitalization costs as of the week ending December 28, 2025.
'Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway' Will Host Launch Event at The Strand
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
In celebration of its release, Apollo Publishers will host a launch event for Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway, written by Rent’s original musical director, Tim Weil. 
True Crime Thriller KENREX Will Make its American Debut This Spring
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
The American premiere of KENREX, the critically acclaimed thriller by Olivier Award nominee Jack Holden and Ed Stambollouian, based on an astonishing true story, will take place this Spring at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 27, 2026- Tony Awards Sets Date and Theatre and More
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Renée Elise Goldsberry Joins CBS Legal Drama CUPERTINO
by Josh Sharpe - January 26, 2026
Tony Award winner Renée Elise Goldsberry will appear as a series regular in Cupertino, a new CBS legal drama from writing and producing team Robert and Michelle King.
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN to Make Hulu Streaming Debut in February
by Josh Sharpe - January 26, 2026
Kiss of the Spider Woman, the 2025 adaptation of the Broadway musical, will be available to stream on Hulu beginning February 27, 2026, in the United States.
Shereen Pimentel & More Join The Glimmerglass Festival's 2026 Season
by Joshua Wright - January 26, 2026
The Glimmerglass Festival has announced casting for its 2026 season, featuring Oklahoma!, Madame Butterfly, Così, Fellow Travelers, Happy End, and Robin Hood, running July 10–August 17 in Cooperstown, New York.

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