Great Performances

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 3, 2026- Meet TITANIQUE Tony-Nominee Marla Mindelle and More
by - Jun 3, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 3, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch the Full West End Recording of NEXT TO NORMAL with Caissie Levy
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026

PBS Great Performances has made available the full filmed performance of the 2024 West End production of Next to Normal, starring Caissie Levy. Initially debuting on the TV program in 2025, the musical can now be watched in its entirety for free on YouTube.

A History of Broadway Proshots and Screen Adaptations
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 31, 2026

What is a pro-shot and how is it different than an adapted film? Pro-shot is an abbreviation for professionally shot, denoting a stage play that was captured in its native habitat: a theatre. In general, a pro-shot seeks to film the exact experience that audience members would have at a live performance of the show, in contrast with a feature film which actually adapts the piece into a new form, including different locations, the removal of theatrical aesthetic, and changes to make the script work as a film as opposed to as a live theatrical show.

Video: Follow Robert 'Silk' Mason's Path to CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL in STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026

A new episode of Stagebound has debuted, spotlighting Robert “Silk” Mason​​​​​​, who currently stars as Mr. Mistoffelees in Broadway's Cats: The Jellicle Ball. Watch the episode now, which takes the artist from rehearsals to previews to opening night.

Video: Watch AN EVENING WITH NICOLE SCHERZINGER from PBS
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 23, 2026

Recorded in October 2025, Nicole Scherzinger made her Royal Albert Hall debut in London in a special performance filmed for PBS. Backed by a full orchestra, she delivered a dynamic evening of vocals. Watch the video now!

Christine Lahti to Make London Stage Debut in Autobiographical Play THE SMILE OF HER
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026

Academy, Emmy, and Golden Globe winner Christine Lahti will make her London stage debut in her autobiographical solo play THE SMILE OF HER at Marylebone Theatre, directed by Mêlisa Annis.

Lea Salonga to Open BROADWAY AND VINE's 2026 Season in Napa Valley
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026

Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga will headline the opening night concert of Broadway and Vine's 2026 season at Carneros Resort's Vineyard Lawn in Napa Valley, with tickets starting at $95.

Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Hale Centre Theatre
by Cheyenne Lewis - May 20, 2026

Nearly 90 years after the film premiered and over 120 years since the novel was published, this great American fairytale is a story to love. This rendition of the musical is great for people both young and old. There’s no place to see THE WIZARD OF OZ like Hale Centre Theatre.

Video: Luke Evans Prepares for Opening Night of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026

A new episode of Stagebound has debuted, spotlighting Tony-nominated performer Luke Evans, who currently stars as Frank-N-Furter in Broadway's The Rocky Horror Show. Watch the episode, following Evans on his journey to opening night.

OCEAN STATE IMPROV FESTIVAL Returns With 37 Troupes From 13 States
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026

The Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, RI will present its 8th Annual OCEAN STATE IMPROV FESTIVAL, featuring 37 troupes from 13 states in five days of performances and workshops.

Princeton Festival Guild Artists' Roundtable to Feature MADAMA BUTTERFLY Cast & Creative Team
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026

The Princeton Festival Guild will present its annual Artists' Roundtable at Princeton Public Library, featuring conductor Rossen Milanov, Stage Director Eve Summer, and cast members discussing Puccini's MADAMA BUTTERFLY.

Videos: See Nicole Scherzinger Perform Broadway Songs in New Concert Clips
by Josh Sharpe - May 18, 2026

This Friday, PBS Great Performances will air a televised version of An Evening with Nicole Scherzinger, the 2025 solo concert at Royal Albert Hall from the Tony Award winner. Watch two clips from the special here.

Caissie Levy Will Not Reprise NEXT TO NORMAL Performance on Broadway
by Michael Major - May 18, 2026

Caissie Levy has stated that she will not be starring in Next to Normal on Broadway. The Ragtime Tony Award nominee took to Instagram to reveal to fans that she will not be reprising her role as 'Diana Goodman' in New York City.

How to Watch 2026 Tony Award Nominees at Home: THE LOST BOYS, SCHMIGADOON! & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2026

The nominations are here for the 2026 Tony Awards. This year, a high number of titles have onscreen counterparts, and we have rounded up how to watch these versions at home, from The Lost Boys to Schmigadoon!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Will Return to BAM
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 16, 2026

On the heels of a successful 20-city coast-to-coast tour, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, culminates its 2025-26 season with a BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) engagement.

Contemporary Theater Company Announces 8th Annual Ocean State Improv Festival
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 16, 2026

The Ocean State Improv Festival, now in its 8th year, returns to The Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, Rhode Island, bringing together some of the best improvisers in the country for five days of performances and workshops.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Will Perform HYMN & REVELATIONS at BAM
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will present a program at BAM featuring Judith Jamison's Emmy Award-winning HYMN, the company premiere of BLINK OF AN EYE, and Alvin Ailey's REVELATIONS, closing out the inaugural season under Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Present Season Finale at BAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will close its 2025-26 season at BAM with Judith Jamison's Emmy-winning Hymne and the company premiere of Medhi Walerski's Blink of an Eye, under Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack.

Photos: Inside the WNET Group 2026 Gala with Audra McDonald
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2026

On May 13, the WNET Group hosted its 2026 gala at The Edison Ballroom in New York City, honoring Neal Shapiro. Take a look at photos from the evening, which included a special performance from six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald.

Exclusive Video: Watch 'Cheek to Cheek' From IRVING BERLIN'S TOP HAT on GREAT PERFORMANCES
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2026

Jerry Travers is in heaven in a new clip from Irving Berlin’s Top Hat, which BroadwayWorld can exclusively share ahead of its PBS debut. Check out Phillip Attmore's performance of 'Cheek to Cheek' here.