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DIVERSION By Scott Organ Extends for a Final Time at The Barrow Group
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
The Barrow Group will present a final extension of Diversion by Scott Organ. Directed by Seth Barrish, Diversion centers on a team of ICU nurses and is set against the backdrop of the opioid crisis.
Drew Droege's MESSY WHITE GAYS Enters Final Weeks of Performances Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Messy White Gays, the brutal new satire from the mind of Drew Droege, is entering the final weeks of its limited engagement at The Duke on 42nd Street.
Additional Cast Set for ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL) at The Public
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed additional cast members for the world premiere of ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL), a new play by 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize finalist Anna Ziegler.
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: 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!
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).
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.
Broadway Inspirational Voices Will Present SEASONS: A GOSPEL HOLIDAY CONCERT
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Broadway Inspirational Voices will present SEASONS: A GOSPEL HOLIDAY CONCERT at NYU Skirball Center. The event will feature members of the nonprofit choir performing a program of gospel, soul, and holiday music curated by Artistic Director Allen René Louis.
Qui Nguyen Will Be Honored At The 2026 William Inge Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Emmy Award-winning writer and playwright Qui Nguyen will be honored at the 2026 WILLIAM INGE THEATRE FESTIVAL in Independence, Kansas. Nguyen will receive the William Inge Distinguished Achievement in the American Theatre Award in recognition of his impact on contemporary storytelling.
BUGHOUSE World Premiere is Coming to the Vineyard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Vineyard Theatre will present the world premiere of Bughouse, conceived and directed by Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel, and Obie Award winner and MacArthur “Genius” fellow Martha Clarke.
Photos: Joyce DiDonato, Phillip Boykin and More in AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS Rehearsals
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Rehearsals have begun for Lincoln Center Theater's brand-new production of the beloved family opera Amahl and the Night Visitors, the first seasonal family offering in LCT history. See rehearsal photos!
Olivia Winn with For the Fun LLC & TheaterLab to Present (NO) REFUNDS This January
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Following a run at the Edinburgh Fringe and a sold out engagement in New York, Theaterlab and Producer Oliva Winn with For the Fun LLC will present the return engagement of (No) Refunds written by Katy Murphy.
RICHARD II Starring Michael Urie Enters Final Weeks of Performances at Red Bull Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
The limited Off-Broadway engagement of Richard II starring Michael Urie has entered its final weeks of performances. Richard II will be recorded by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive of The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
MAKING A SHOW OF MYSELF by Mary Kate O Flanagan to Have America Premiere at Irish Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Irish Repertory Theatre will present the American premiere of Making a Show of Myself, written and performed by Mary Kate O Flanagan and directed by Will O’Connell.
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Adds Performance HARLEM HOLIDAYS With Renée Elise Goldsberry
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
In response to high demand and a rapid sell-out of the originally scheduled performance, The Classical Theatre of Harlem has added a second show of Harlem Holidays Featuring Renée Elise Goldsberry.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, HEATHERS and More Join Off-Broadway Toy Drive
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
The Theater Center and The Off-Broadway League have revealed additional shows participating in this year's Off-Broadway Toy Drive! Participating Off-Broadway plays and musicals include Little Shop of Horrors, Heathers, and more.
Jordan Matthew Brown To Lead ZACK By Harold Brighouse at Mint Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Jordan Matthew Brown will play the title role of ZACK by Harold Brighouse at Mint Theater Company. Britt Berke returns to The Mint to direct.
Theater For The New City To Present Leonard J. Lehrman’s SIMA And E.G.: A MUSICAL PORTRAIT OF EMMA GOLDMAN
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Theater for the New City will present two operas by Leonard J. Lehrman, offering audiences parallel stories of Jewish survival and political activism. The productions include the New York City premiere of Sima and a revival of E.G.: A Musical Portrait of Emma Goldman. Both works will run in repertory and examine themes of trauma, identity, and resistance.
Epic Players Los Angeles To Present ONCE UPON A CABARET With Special Guests Kristen Bell And Josh Gad
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
EPIC Players Los Angeles will present Once Upon a Cabaret, a Disney-themed performance highlighting neurodivergent artists and guest appearances by Kristen Bell and Josh Gad.
METRA Audio Drama Series Releases Full Nine-Episode Season Led By Jeannette Bayardelle
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
A new audio drama adaptation of Metra is now available from creators Emily and Ned Hartford. The nine-episode limited series features a Broadway and NYC theatre cast led by Tony-nominee Jeannette Bayardelle.
KAWAii HOLiDAY MARKET to Present A NIGHT OF RAKUGO With Katsura Sunny, Moonlight and Sunflower
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
KAWAii HOLiDAY MARKET will present 'A Night of Rakugo' as part of its Entertainment Night program at Ideal Glass Studios. The event introduces New York audiences to Rakugo, Japan's 400-year-old tradition of comic storytelling.
Jeannette Bayardelle, Fred Inkley & More Star in METRA Audio Drama
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
New York theatremakers Ned and Emily Hartford have expanded their climate justice musical into an audio drama series, now live on all podcast platforms.

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