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Brightside Theatre To Present PHANTOM In Concert In January 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
BrightSide Theatre will open its 2026 season with Phantom in Concert, a concert staging of the musical by Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit. The production will run January 9–18 at North Central College’s Madden Theatre.
Equity Responds To Disney’s $1B OpenAI Deal, Calling For Stronger AI Protections
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Equity has issued a statement urging stronger AI protections following the news that Disney will invest $1 billion in video-generation platform OpenAI. Equity is currently balloting members on whether they would refuse on-set scanning without adequate contractual protections.
MASQUERADE To Host Bal Lumière New Year’s Eve Soirée
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Masquerade will present Bal Lumière, a late-night masked soirée following the December 31 performance, offering audiences extended access to its Paris Opera House world.
Photos: BROADWAY BENEFIT BASH Returns To Musical Mondays LA
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The Broadway Benefit Bash brought performers and community members together for an evening of music and charitable outreach at Musical Mondays LA. Check out photos of the event. 
The Paley Center For Media Announces First Programs And Dates For PaleyFest LA 2026
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The Paley Center for Media has announced the first selections for PaleyFest LA 2026, including Nobody Wants This, Shrinking, and The Pitt. The festival will bring television creators and casts together for public conversations, screenings, and special events at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Early Childhood Classes And Performances Return To Imagination Stage This Winter
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Imagination Stage will present a full winter lineup for children ages one to five, including two Theatre for the Very Young productions and a new session of early childhood arts classes.
Playground Will Present First Annual PLAYGROUND COMEDY FESTIVAL In San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
PlayGround will launch its first annual Comedy Festival in San Francisco, showcasing new stand-up, sketch, improv, and comedic theatre from artists across the Bay Area and beyond.
Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme to Livestream Holiday Show
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon will host a global livestream of this year’s all-new iteration of “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show” on December 23 at 7PM PST. Tickets to the livestream event are available now.
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company Will Present YEAR OF THE HORSE Lunar New Year Celebration At NJPAC
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company will return to NJPAC with Year of the Horse, a family-friendly Lunar New Year celebration featuring new and returning works. The annual event remains a cornerstone of NJPAC’s winter season and a celebration of renewal for the Newark community.
Two River Theater Appoints Dennis Chambers As Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The award-winning Two River Theater has announced the appointment of Dennis Chambers to the position of Associate Artistic Director. Chambers, a theater artist, administrator, and producer, began in his new role over the summer.
DC-Area Performing Arts Camps Gather at Arena Stage for Free Family Fair
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
SEO Blurb: Families across the region can explore dozens of performing arts summer camps at a free, interactive fair hosted by Arena Stage. The event brings leading DC-area theater, music, and performance programs together under one roof.
Photos: DANCERS OVER 40 Honors Five Longtime Members 17th Annual Legacy Awards
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Dancers Over 40 held its 17th Annual Legacy Awards and Holiday Dinner, honoring five members whose careers span decades of contribution to the dance and theatre community. Check out photos of the event.
IN SCENA! Italian Theater Festival NY Unveils International Artists for 2026 Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The New York City-based Kairos Italy Theater along with Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò at NYU and the Italy-based KIT Italia will present the 13th season of the In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY.
Exclusive: Hear 'My Sister, Naomi' from CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL Original Cast Recording
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Center Stage Records will release the original cast recording of Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical, the TheaterWorksUSA production based on Dav Pilkey’s book series. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen of the album with a new single, 'My Sister, Naomi,' Watch the video!
Neave Trio to Release New Album 'In Her Hands' in February
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
On Friday, February 6, 2026, the two-time GRAMMY Award-nominated Neave Trio will release its eighth commercial album, In Her Hands. The ensemble will present a program of piano trios celebrating three women composers in the early modern era: Clara Schumann, Dora Pejačević, and Cécile Chaminade. 
Broadway League Report Shows Second-Highest Attendance During 2024-25 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The Broadway League released its latest research analysis, “The Demographics of the Broadway Audience 2024-2025,' published on December 10. Learn more about the key findings here.
Photos: THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD is Now Playing at the National Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The National Theatre has released a first look at the cast of The Playboy of the Western World. The cast includes Nicola Coughlan,  Éanna Hardwicke, and Siobhán McSweeney. Check out the photos here!
ILP Theatrical Acquires Literary Interests of Playwright Marsha Norman
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The Theatrical division of International Literary Properties, the global company that invests in, acquires, and manages literary estates, has acquired the literary interests of Marsha Norman.
Juan Carlos Will Return to STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW After Suffering Onstage Injury
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Juan Carlos, one of the original cast members of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, is set to return to the show after recovering from an injury he suffered on stage in June.
DIRTY BOOKS Will Release $29 Rush Tickets
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Bated Breath Theatre Company has announced a new $29 TodayTix digital rush policy for Dirty Books, now running through Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Bated Breath Theater (39 W 14th Street, #301).
George Lopez Comes to NJPAC in February
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
New Jersey Performing Arts Center will welcome comedy icon George Lopez for a night of stand-up on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 8:00 P.M. Learn more here!
Robert Bannon Will Bring TWAS THE NIGHT AFTER CHRISTMAS to 54 Below
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, and daily talk-show host Robert Bannon returns to 54 Below this holiday season with Robert Bannon: Twas the Night After Christmas on Thursday, December 26 at 9:30 PM.
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
Photos: LL Cool J, Montell Jordan, Ben Vereen, and Wanda Sykes at 44 - THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The musical comedy, 44 – THE MUSICAL is now playing at The Daryl Roth Theatre. Check out photos of LL Cool J with the 44 Band and the Company; Montell Jordan with the Company; Ben Vereen; and Wanda Sykes taking a selfie with the cast here!
Cast Set For THE DINOSAURS at Playwrights Horizons
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Casting has been announced for The Dinosaurs at Playwrights Horizons. The production was written by Jacob Perkins and directed by Les Waters. Performances will run February 4 - March 1, 2026 at the The Judith O. Rubin Theater.

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