Off-Broadway Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Off-Broadway from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Ava DeMary and Jeanette Bayardelle Will Join the Cast of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
Ava DeMary and Tony Award nominee Jeanette Bayardelle will join the cast of Heathers The Musical next month.
Review Roundup: HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Opens Off-Broadway
See what the critics are saying about Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody, written by Dylan MarcAurele and directed by Alan Kliffer.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS to Cancel Performances at Westside Theatre Due to HVAC Repairs
Several performances of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Westside Theatre have been canceled due to necessary repairs to the venue's HVAC system, with the Off-Broadway production set to resume shortly after.
Broadway Bound Theatre Festival to Present 12 World Premieres in 10th Anniversary Season
The Broadway Bound Theatre Festival announced its 2026 season lineup, featuring world premieres of two musicals and ten new plays at AMT Theater in NYC's Theater District.
FURNITURE BOYS to Preview at SoHo Playhouse Before 2026 Edinburgh Fringe Return
Furniture Boys, written and performed by Emily Weitzman, will play at SoHo Playhouse ahead of its run at Edinburgh Fringe.
Photos: HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY First Look
You can now get a first look at production photos of Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody.
HARDLOVE to Close at SoHo Playhouse After Three Extensions
The American/Turkish dark comedy Hardlove, adapted by Esin İleri and Miray Beşli, added a final performance before closing at NYC's SoHo Playhouse after three extensions and 50-plus performances across Edinburgh and Los Angeles.
Cast Set for DREYFUS IN REHEARSAL - AGAIN at The Tank in NYC
Dreyfus in Rehearsal - Again, a meta play-within-a-play-within-a-play, is set to run at The Tank in New York City, featuring a cast of actor-writers performing original music by composer Neska Rose.
CRIMINAL QUEERNESS FESTIVAL 2026 to Showcase Palestinian, Egyptian, and Syrian-American Artists at HERE Arts Center
National Queer Theater and HERE Arts Center announced the cast for the 2026 CRIMINAL QUEERNESS FESTIVAL, the official theater event of NYC Pride, now in its eighth year, featuring works by Palestinian, Egyptian, and Syrian-American artists.
THE NAKED WOMAN World Premiere to Star Volok, Glenn, and Atlas at Theatre 154
PM Theater will present the world premiere of THE NAKED WOMAN, a darkly comic drama about love and morality set among Soviet immigrant families, written by Allie Avital and Alia Azamat Ashkenazi and starring Ilia Volok and MaryKate Glenn.
RENT from EPIC Players Extended at A.R.T./New York Theatres
EPIC Players' neurodiverse production of RENT, featuring a 99% neurodivergent and disabled cast, has been extended at A.
John-Andrew Morrison, Nadia Dandashi and More to Star in 2026 Criminal Queerness Festival
Cast members have been revealed for the 2026 Criminal Queerness Festival, NYC Pride's official theater event, featuring three works by Palestinian, Egyptian, and Syrian-American artists.
Photos: First Look at ||: GIRLS :||: CHANCE :||: MUSIC Off-Broadway
You can now get a first look at Vineyard Theatre's world premiere of ||: Girls :||: Chance :||: Music :||, written and composed by Pulitzer Prize finalist Eisa Davis and directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon.
Listen: PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK: THE MUSICAL Recording Out Now
Picnic at Hanging Rock: The Musical – Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording is now available in digital and streaming formats.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Will Launch North American Tour in Baltimore in May 2027
Heathers the Musical will launch its first-ever North American tour in May 2027 at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, MD, traveling the country to play more than 35 cities in multiple touring seasons.
Photos: THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE Hosts Post-Show Talkback
Following a recent performance of THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE there was a talkback about the play and its themes, including the attack on free speech.
Photos: André De Shields Receives 2026 Legend Award at Live Out Loud's 25th Anniversary Gala
André De Shields was honored recently with the 2026 Live Out Loud Legend Award at Live Out Loud’s 25th Anniversary Gala at The Lighthouse, Pier 61 Chelsea Piers.
BUILDING THE WALL to Open Off-Broadway with Ripple Effect Artists at Urban Stages
Ripple Effect Artists will present Robert Schenkkan's BUILDING THE WALL in a limited Off-Broadway run at Urban Stages, featuring post-show talkbacks with the Immigration Defense Project and New York Immigration Coalition.
Bob Brader's New Solo Show KITTY DADDY To Play Off-Broadway and Edinburgh Festival
Bob Brader's solo show Kitty Daddy will have its World Premiere at 59E59 Theaters as part of the East to Edinburgh Festival, followed by a UK Premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe.
THIS WAS A MAN to Make NYC Return for First Time Since 1926 with Project Shaw
Gingold Theatrical Group will present Noël Coward's This Was a Man as part of its Project Shaw series, marking the play's first known New York presentation since its original premiere nearly 100 years ago.
Photos: Inside Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala
You can now get a look inside Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala.
Tovah Feldshuh to Lend Her Voice to A WALK ON THE MOON Off-Broadway
Tovah Feldshuh, who appeared in the 1999 film, will voice 'Mrs.
New Light Theater Project Unveils Season 13 Featuring Two World Premieres
New Light Theater Project revealed its 13th season, featuring two world premiere productions and a developmental presentation at Off-Broadway venues, with co-productions alongside Pendragon Theatre, Signature Theatre, and 5th Wall Theatre.
Paul Tazewell and More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2026 Gala
Black Theatre United will present its fourth annual Gala.
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WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND | Stage & Film Summer Season at Bardavon Bardavon 1869 Opera House (7/31-7/31) |
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LA GRINGA Repertorio (2/08-12/31) |
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LA CASA DE BERNARDA ALBA Repertorio (11/15-12/31) |
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Butoh: Into the Depth New York Butoh Institute/Vangeline (7/08-7/31) |
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WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND | Stage & Film Summer Season at the Bardavon Bardavon 1869 Opera House (8/01-8/02) |
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Bailey Swilley's Gimme A Sign! Soho Playhouse (9/17-9/17) |
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13 The Musical Griffin Theatre (8/14-8/23) |
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Bailey Swilley's Gimme A Sign! Soho Playhouse (9/20-9/20) |
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THE DEATH CHRONICLES (portraits)|S&F Summer Season at Marist Marist University Symphonic Hall (8/01-8/01) |
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EN EL TIEMPO DE LAS MARIPOSAS Repertorio (1/07-12/31) |