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Industry Pro Newsletter: IATSE Takes on the Kennedy Center — and Touring Theatre's Crisis in the UK Deepens
by Alex Freeman - May 11, 2026

This week's theater news spans awards season milestones, legal disputes, labor tensions, and the business challenges facing the art form on both sides of the Atlantic. The 2026 Tony nominations are in — with Schmigadoon! and The Lost Boys leading the pack. Voting is also now open for BroadwayWorld's own Theater Fans' Choice Awards. On a more turbulent note, a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre has shuttered The Book of Mormon through at least May 17, a second lawsuit has been filed against the producers of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, and IATSE is accusing the Kennedy Center of using its upcoming temporary closure as cover to permanently eliminate union jobs. Regionally, The Naples Players have secured a multi-year grant to expand paid apprenticeships for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. And internationally, The Stage examines whether the UK touring sector — where the number of touring plays has fallen 64% since 2019 — can find a path forward through its mounting financial and structural pressures.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 6, 2026- 2026 Tony Awards Nomination Coverage and More
by - May 6, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 6, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Investor Files Second Lawsuit Against Producers
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

Atlanta-based entertainment lawyer James Walker, an investor in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, has filed a second lawsuit against several of the show’s producers. Learn more here!

Photos: In Rehearsal For One-Night-Only Performance of New Musical ROSIE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

All new photos have been released from rehearsal for ROSIE, a new musical premiering in the West End for a one-night-only, semi-staged, gala performance at the Adelphi Theatre on Tuesday 17 March 2026. Check out the photos here!

STUCK IN YOUR HEAD World Premiere Set at The Theater Bug
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026

The Theater Bug in Nashville, Tennessee, will present the world premiere of STUCK IN YOUR HEAD, a new play by young playwright James Walker, from April 16-19, 2026. The production, directed by Leslie Marberry with set design by Diana DeGarmo and costumes by Melodie Madden Adams, will take place at the 4th Story Theater at West End United Methodist Church. The play explores the inner conflict of a high schooler guided by metaphorical voices, offering a mix of humor and introspection. This initiat

HAY FEVER Will Come to The Human Race Theatre Company in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

The Human Race Theatre Company has announced the cast for this spring’s production of HAY FEVER. HAY FEVER will play in the Loft Theatre in downtown Dayton, April 8-19, 2026. 

New West End Musical ROSIE Initial Cast and Creative Team Announced for 1-Night Only Performance
by Gillian Blum - Feb 6, 2026

Cavendish Productions, Paul Morrissey Ltd and Darren Bell Productions announced the initial cast and creative team for the highly anticipated new musical Rosie.

The Theater Bug to Present THE TEN MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026

Theater Bug will present the fourth annual Theater Bug Ten-Minute Play Festival! The Festival offers audiences a chance to experience eight brand-new short plays and celebrate Nashville's newest voices

Joe Pomarico To Be Honored At Long Island Music And Entertainment Hall Of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will host a screening of a short comedy, drama, and thriller film block by West Babylon director Joe Pomarico. Learn more!

Kiln Theatre Announce World Premiere Musical COVEN And More In 2025 - 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2025

Kiln Theatre has announced its new 2025/26 season, Amit Sharma's second as Artistic Director. The programme features three world premieres and a new version of a much-loved hit.

Review: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at The Forum Theatre
by John Dalton-White - Feb 14, 2025

With its engaging and sentimental tale of “forbidden-love-that-could-of-been,” Robert James Walker’s 1992 best-selling novel, The Bridges of Madison County, was made into a 1995 successful movie of the same title starring Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep. After the success of that motion picture, book writer Marsha Norman teamed up with composer Jason Robert Brown to create the 2014 Broadway musical.  Wichita audiences now have the opportunity to hear that luscious score performed once more.

Solistas Y Concertistas De Bellas Artes Interpretarán Música De Alemania, Austria Y Francia
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2024

Música de Alemania, Austria y Francia se podrá disfrutar a través de la voz de la soprano Rosa María Díez, acompañada del flautista Rafael Urrusti y del pianista Naoya Seino, durante los conciertos que ofrecerán en el marco de los programas Música INBAL por la ciudad y Música INBAL en los museos, de la Coordinación Nacional de Música y Ópera del Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal).

Photos: First Look at Erin Davie & Mark Evans in Signature's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2023

Get a first look at Erin Davie and Mark Evans in Signature Theatre's production of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY. Check out these photos of the cast in action. Don't miss this limited engagement at Signature Theatre.

Video: 'Temporarily Lost' From THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Signature Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2023

Signature Theatre is presenting The Bridges of Madison County, with music & lyrics by Jason Robert Brown and book by Marsha Norman. Check out an all new video of 'Temporarily Lost' here!

Video: Watch the Trailer for THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2023

Watch the exclusive trailer of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Signature Theatre. Don't miss this highly anticipated production. Get a sneak peek of the show and discover why it's a must-see event for theater enthusiasts.

Exclusive: Erin Davie Sings 'To Build A Home' from Signature's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by Alan Henry - Aug 15, 2023

Get an exclusive look at Erin Davie performing 'To Build A Home' from Signature Theatre's production of The Bridges of Madison County, with music & lyrics by Jason Robert Brown and book by Marsha Norman.

Wake Up With BWW 8/2: Bradley Whitford and Daniel Dae Kim in PETER PAN GOES WRONG, and More!
by - Aug 2, 2023

Top stories: Bradley Whitford and Daniel Dae Kim will guest star in Peter Pan Goes Wrong in Los Angeles, watch Erin Davie and Mark Evans perform from Signature Theatre's The Bridges of Madison County, & more!

Video: Erin Davie and Mark Evans Perform 'One Second and a Million Miles' From THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Signature Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2023

Signature Theatre's production of The Bridges of Madison County, with music & lyrics by Jason Robert Brown and book by Marsha Norman, begins next week. The production will star Broadway’s Erin Davie and Mark Evans. Check out an all new video of the stars performing 'One Second and a Million Miles' here!

Erin Davie & Mark Evans to Star in THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2023

Get all the details on Erin Davie and Mark Evans' upcoming roles in Signature Theatre's production of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY. Find out how these talented actors bring the beloved musical to life and experience the heartwarming tale in a whole new way.

PRIVATE JONES World Premiere, THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY & More Set for Signature Theatre 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2023

Signature Theatre has announced its 34th season, featuring six musicals and one play in a season lineup that includes one world premiere and three DC premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets.